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18 Cool Things You Can Do With Old Stuff


18 Cool Things You Can Do With Your Old Stuff | EyesPopping.com

 

[Raji Ram]

Felt really bad to see recycled Piano, P J Sir! :tsk:

 

[P.J.]

Felt really bad to see recycled Piano, P J Sir! :tsk:

I understand your feeling being a Music Teacher; leave that and appreciate other things which are useful to us.

 

[P.J.]

வியக்கவைக்கும் வைக்கோல் குக்கர்!

வைக்கோல் மூலம் வீட்டில் சமையல் எரிபொருளை மிச்சப்படுத்தலாம்'' என்கிறார் கோபிச்செட்டிபாளையம், ஸ்ரீ நேஷனல் பள்ளியின் எட்டாம் வகுப்பு மாணவர் ரிஷி சித்து. ''எனக்கு அறிவியல் மீது ஆர்வம் அதிகம். அறிவியல் சம்பந்தமான புத்தகங்களை நிறையப் படிப்பேன். 'அடிக்கடி பெட்ரோல், சிலிண்டர் விலையை ஏத்திடுறாங்க. குடும்பத்தை நடத்துறது பெரிய சவாலா இருக்கு’னு அப்பாவும் அம்மாவும் பேசிக்குவாங்க. இதுக்கு நாம் ஏதாவது செய்யலாமேனு நினைச்சேன். அப்போ உருவானதுதான் இந்த வைக்கோல் குக்கர்'' என்ற ரிஷி சித்து, அதன் செய்முறையை விளக்கினார். ''சாதம் சமைக்க, பாத்திரத்தில் தண்ணியைக் கொதிக்கவெச்சு, அதில் அரிசியைப் போடுவோம். அது முழுமையா வேகும் வரை காஸ் அடுப்பு எரியும். அப்படி இல்லாமல், ஒரு கொதிவந்ததும் அந்தப் பாத்திரத்தை எடுத்து, வைக்கோல் நிரப்பப்பட்ட அட்டைப் பெட்டியில நடுவில் வைக்கணும். பிறகு, வைக்கோலை அடைச்சு செய்த ஒரு தலையணையால் மூடிடணும். வைக்கோல் என்பது திறன் குறைந்த ஒரு வெப்பக் கடத்தி. அதனால், அது வெப்பம் வெளியே போகாமல் பாதுகாக்கும். அந்த வெப்பத்தில் உள்ளே இருக்கும் அரிசி, நாம குக்கரில் சமைக்கும் நேரத்தில் வெந்துவிடும். இதனால், எரிபொருள் மிச்சம்' என்றார் ரிஷி. சாதம் மட்டுமல்ல; பருப்பு, சுண்டல் மற்றும் அனைத்து விதமான காய்கறிகளையும் இப்படி வைக்கோல் குக்கர் மூலம் வேகவைக்கலாம். ''இதனால், நேரம் மற்றும் எரிபொருள் மிச்சப்படும்; ஆரோக்கியமானதும்கூட. முழுக்க முழுக்க இயற்கை சார்ந்தது. குக்கரில் சமைக்கிறப்போ, கஞ்சி வெளியே போக வாய்ப்பு இல்லாததால் அரிசியோட கலந்துடுது... இது சர்க்கரை நோய்க்குக் காரணமாயிடுது. ஆனா, இந்த முறையில் நாம் கஞ்சியைத் தனியே வடிச்சுக்கலாம். சுற்றுச்சூழல் மாசுபாட்டையும் கட்டுப்படுத்தும்'' என்கிறார். ரிஷி சித்துவின் இந்தக் கண்டுபிடிப்பு, டெல்லியில் நடைபெறும் பாலஸ்ரீ விருதுக்கு தமிழ்நாட்டில் இருந்து அனுப்பப்பட்ட 15 சிறந்த கண்டுபிடிப்புகளில் ஒன்றாகத் தேர்வுசெய்யப்பட்டுள்ளது. ''விருது கிடைப்பதைவிட, இதைப் பார்த்து நூறு பேர் பயன்படுத்தினாலும் கணிசமான அளவு எரிபொருள் மிச்சப்படுமே. நாட்டுக்கு செய்யும் நல்ல விஷயமா அதை நினைக்கிறேன்'' என்று 'பெரிய மனுஷ’த் தோரணையில் பொதுநல அக்கறையுடன் சொல்கிறார் ரிஷி சித்து. வாழ்த்துகள் சித்து! -சுட்டி விகடனிலிருந்து...

 

[Raji Ram]

This hay box cooker is a nice invention. :thumb:

One of my relatives used to remove the 'vengalap pAnai' from the stove, as soon as the rice + water touch the boiling point,

cover it with a jute cloth, keep it on a small wooden plate and close the entire set with one 'adukku'. Within 20 minutes the

rice will be well cooked and there will be no need to drain extra 'kanji' because the proportion of rice : water = 1 : 3.

 

[L. Ramakrishnan]

I have realized long ago that these birds are smarter than we think they are. You have a point....they may come out with their "Plan B", "Plan C" etc. I am keeping a watch. So far I have been successful in keeping them away from my balcony. (I have posted the information here as I heard from my friends in Chennai that this is a problem in some areas of Chennai too)

 

[P.J.]

Cif Cream - Multipurpose Tough Stain Remover
When stains get tough, Cif shines!

Even the Stains on cloths are removed by this.

I don't know whether this is available in India

Cif Cream Mandarin TVC - YouTube

 

[Raji Ram]

Does she speak Chinese language in the above ad?

BTW, I got a mail giving many uses of lemon peel and shall post one by one, here.

 

[Raji Ram]

Use of lemon peel.

1. Make an All-Purpose Cleaner

You can use lemon peels and vinegar to make a great and all-natural all-purpose cleaner. Do this by filling a container of your choice with lemon peels.

Add in vinegar to cover the peels and seal with a tight-fitting lid. Put the container away and forget about it for two weeks. After two weeks, strain the

lemon peels from the vinegar and add water to the lemon vinegar. This mixture will clean the greasiest and dirtiest spots around the house and you'll

never have to buy and all-purpose cleaner again!

 

[Raji Ram]

Use of lemon peel.

2. Skin Lightener or Brightener

Lemon is a natural skin lightener because it contains citric acid which is actually a bleaching agent. Apply the leftover lemon peels to your hands,

face or wherever else you would like to lighten the skin and tighten the pores.

 

[P.J.]

28 Creative uses for Orange Peel


1. Orange Zest

This is probably the most self-explanatory of all the uses for orange peels. Zesting an orange peel with a shredder is a great way to add a sweet and tangy taste to your meat marinades or favorite baked goods. Orange zest can even taste great in your morning cup of coffee or afternoon cup of tea!

2. Preserve Brown Sugar

Add your orange peels to brown sugar to help draw the moisture away from the sugar and keep it from solidifying.

3. Start a Fire

This fire-colored fruit can also be used to start a fire! Use a dried orange peel as kindling the next time you are on a camping trip, or make your hearth fires fragrant and bright.

4. Make Orange Peels Dipped in Chocolate

A wonderful delicacy, candied orange peels are a popular after-meal snack in a number of European cultures, and they are quite easy to make! Just melt some chocolate and cover one or all sides of a sugared orange peel.

5. Make Orange Peel Candy

Candied orange peels are made by boiling a dried orange peel in sugar for about an hour. You can then cover them in chocolate as mentioned above, or roll them around in sugar for an even sweeter taste!

6. Orange-Peel Infused Olive Oil

If you want to give your salads a kick, place one dried orange peel in your olive oil and your greens will be much more exciting.

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7. Make Orange Tea

No need for tea bags here! Dry out a few orange peels and place them in hot water next time you are craving a warm orangey beverage. Orange tea is also great for when you are feeling congested - the citrus will open up your sinuses.

8. Create a Natural Sponge

Orange peels can be used as a sponge too! Before the peel completely dries out, it contains a number of essential oils that are helpful in degreasing surfaces as well as pots and pans. If your sink or counter is full of grease, use an orange peel to scrub it down.

9. Deodorizer

It's no secret that the smell of a freshly peeled orange can clear out a room. Instead of shocking people with the strong smell of orange, place the peels at the bottom of your garbage bin, or hang the peels from a string in your bathroom for fresh scents all the time.

10. Garbage Disposal Cleaner

A great way to clean out your garbage disposal is by putting orange peels down the disposal. Place them in the disposal and run it until clear, then run some water down after it. The citrus will get rid of any yucky scents coming from the disposal.

11. Air Freshener

Boil orange peels in hot water to help fresh the air in the kitchen. You can also add a cinnamon stick or mint into the mix if you want to recreate the smell of air fresheners. If you have a fire going at home, place a paper bag filled with dried orange peels into the fire and your house will smell wonderful.

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12. Refrigerator Deodorizer

Orange is also an excellent deodorizer for your refrigerator. Cut an orange in half and remove the fruit from inside (eat it!). Then, fill up the half orange with salt and put it in a small bowl in your refrigerator for up two a week or two.

13. Citrus Cleaner

You can make your own citrus cleaner by infusing vinegar with orange peels with a bit of boiling water.

14. Orange Peel Candle

Make a candle at home with orange peels infused inside.

15. Topiary Tree

Make your own topiary tree with orange peels for a great smelling piece of home decor.

16. Body Scrub

Wrap up the orange peels in gauze pads and rub them on your skin while you are in the shower. The scrub will brighten your skin and give it a great smell.

17. Bath Oil

Extract the oil from the orange peels by grinding up the peels and fermenting them with vodka or alcohol for about 3 days. Strain the oil and add a few drops to your bath. Orange oil is known for its anti-inflammatory properties as well as for improving the skin tone and texture.

18. Bath Powder

Dry out the orange peels completely and then grind them down to paste in the food processor. Do this until the rinds become a fine powder and then sprinkle only a bit in your bath.

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19. Lowers Blood Pressure

Orange rinds can be used to lower blood pressure. They have been a part of Chinese herbal medicines for thousands of years for this purpose.

20. Suppresses Depression and Anxiety

Orange oil can be used to naturally relieve anxiety and depression by taking a bath or rubbing just a bit on the temple and forehead area.

21. Make a Bird Feeder

To make a natural bird feeder that the birds will just love, cut an orange in half and remove the fruit. Take the orange-half and poke 3 evenly spaced holes near the cut section of peel. There, attach a sturdy piece of string and hang it from a tree. Fill the empty orange peel with bird seed and wait for your flying visitors to pile in!

22. Mosquito Repellant

If you are looking for a natural way to repel mosquitos, take fresh orange peels and rub them all over your skin. The citrusy smell will repel the mosquitos.

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23. Slug Repellant

If you have a slug problem in your garden, try spreading some orange peels on top of the soil to shoo them away.
24. Ant Repellant

Place orange peels in problem areas of your house where you usually experience an ant problem. Orange oil can also be used instead of peels if you are worried about them rotting.

25. Keep Stray Cats Away

If you want to keep stray cats away from your home, place orange peels outside because they don't like the smell. If you have a cat at home that tends to get into things it shouldn't, you can rub the peels or place them (or rub orange oil) near the dear things in your home (like your sofa).

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26. Make Silly Teeth

Orange peels can be used to make funny teeth with kids that they put in their mouth. Just cut off a slice of an orange, eat the fruit, and then carve out fun designs from the peel. Have the children walk around with the peel covering their teeth and they are sure to have a great time.

27. Orange Peel Boats

Cut an orange in half, remove the fruit and use the halves as little boats in the bathtub or out on the lake!

28. Orange Peel Jewelry

Make fragrant and fun jewelry with the little princesses you know entirely out of orange peels!
Don't throw away those orange peels!

BabaMail -Dont' Throw Away Those Orange Peels! - 28 DIY Uses

 

[vsubbu48]

ADJUSTING THE MIRRORS IN THE CAR

Here is an interesting video on how to adjust the side mirrors and the rear view mirror of the car.

How To Adjust Car Mirrors

 

[Raji Ram]

Dear P J Sir and Subbu Sir,

Thanks for the nice ideas. Keep them coming.

 

[Raji Ram]

'kOla mAvu' made with rice does not stick well on to the virtrified tiled floor and chaps off easily. My friend suggested to add a teaspoon of

'maida', but it makes the bright colour dull. This time (for Pongal kOlam) this idea worked out very well. Take one tablespoon of 'idli mAvu'

and mix 100 ml water. Then strain through a tea filter. Use this strained liquid (instead of water) to grind the soaked rice to make 'kOla mAvu'.

Today, I needed a plastic spoon and then a scrubber to remove it fully! :thumb:

 

[P.J.]

25 Amazing uses for Lemon Peels

Skin Lightener/Brightener

Lemon is a natural skin lightener because of the citric acid in them which is a bleaching agent. Apply leftover lemon peels to your hands, elbows and heels to refresh and lighten the skin and tighten pores.



Garbage Disposal Deodorizer
Lemon (or orange) peels tossed regularly into the garbage disposal will keep the garbage disposal smelling fresh.


Simmering Stove Top Scents
Add lemon rinds to simmering water along with cloves, cinnamon sticks, and orange peels to make a delightful aroma AND humidify the air.



Ant-Proof Your Kitchen

Scatter small slices of lemon peel along thresholds, windowsills, around door entrances, and near any cracks or holes where ants or pests may be entering. Ants do not like lemon and will not enter your home. Lemons are also effective against roaches and fleas.



Coffee Cup Stain Remover

Put a section of lemon peel into a stained coffee mug and add water. Let it sit for several hours, then wipe with a cloth. Stains should disappear.


Refrigerator Freshness

Cut lemon in half and let it absorb fridge smells.


Tea Kettle/Coffee Pot Cleaner

For mineral deposit build up in your tea kettle, fill the kettle with water, add a handful of thin slices of lemon peel and bring to a boil. Turn off heat and let sit for an hour, drain, and rinse well. For coffee pots, add ice, salt and lemon rinds to the empty pot; swish and swirl for a minute or two, dump, and rinse.



Microwave Cleaner

Add lemon rinds to a microwave-safe bowl filled halfway with water. Cook on high for 5 minutes, allowing the water to boil and the steam to condense inside. Carefully remove the hot bowl and wipe away the mess with a damp towel.


Chrome Polish
Cut through mineral deposits on chrome faucets and other tarnished chrome by rubbing with a squeezed lemon half, rinsing, and lightly buffing with a soft cloth.


Copper, Brass, & Stainless Steel Polish

Brighten copper, brass, or stainless steel by dipping a juiced lemon half in salt (you also use baking soda or cream of tartar for the salt) and rubbing on the affected area. Leave on for 5 minutes. Then rinse in warm water and polish dry.



Stove Top Humidifier

If your home suffers from dry heat in the winter, put lemon peels in a pot of water and simmer on the lowest stove-top setting to humidify and scent the air.


Cutting Board Refesher

The antibacterial properties of lemons make them a good choice for refreshing cutting boards. After disinfecting give the surface a rub with a halved lemon, let sit for a few minutes, and rinse.


Brown Sugar Keeper

Add lemon peel (with pulp removed) to brown sugar to help keep it moist and easy to use.




Lemon Zest

Zest is simply grated peel, and it can be used fresh, dried, or frozen. If you don’t have a zester, use the smallest size of a box grater. To dry zest, spread it on a towel and leave out until dried, then store in a jar. To freeze, use a freezer-safe container. Use zest in salads, marinades, baked goods, grain dishes, etc.



Lemon Twists

Use a vegetable peeler or a knife to cut the peel into long strips, cutting away the white pith which is bitter. These can also be frozen in a freezer-safe container or bag. Great in cocktails, sparkling water, and tap water.

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Lemon Extract Powder

Using the zest or twists from above, dry the strips skin-side down on a plate about 3 or 4 days. Put in a blender (or spice grinder) and pulverize into a powder. Use the powdered peel in place of extract or zest in recipes.


Lemon Sugar

Add lemon extract powder (see above) to sugar, or use fresh twists, put them in a jar with sugar and let them infuse the sugar.

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Lemon Pepper

Mix lemon extract powder (see above) with freshly cracked pepper.


Candied lemon peel

Candied peels can be eaten plain, or dipped in melted chocolate, used in cake, cookie, candy, or bread recipes.

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Lemon Sugar Scrub

Mix 1/2 cup sugar with finely chopped lemon peel and enough olive oil to make a paste. Wet your body in the shower, turn off the water and massage sugar mix all over your skin, rinse. Feel the softness!

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Nail Whitener

Whiten fingernails by rubbing with a lemon wedge.


Travel Sickness Cure

Suck on a slice of lemon to help you stop feeling nauseous.

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Grater Cleaner

Remove dried food from your grater by rubbing with the pulp side of a cut lemon.


Firelighters

Bake discarded orange or lemon peels until they darken. These create natural, fragrant firelighters.


Trash Can Deodorizer

Throw a few lemon peels in the bottom of the can from time to time to keep it smelling fresh.

Remember…..When Life Gives You Lemons…..Don’t Throw Away The Peels!

25 Uses For Lemon Peels?Including Lemon Vinegar! | One Good Thing by Jillee
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[Raji Ram]

​Thanks for the above post P J Sir!

I wanted to post two or three ideas per day!!

 

[rnarayan]

Ideas to make useful things out of old things........"What an idea Sir Jee"

 

[P.J.]

அருமையான வழி

இங்கல்ல, இந்தோனேசியாவில் செய்கிறார்கள் இப்படி...

காய்த்தபின் வெட்டிப்போட்ட வாழைமரம் காய்வதற்கு வெகு நாட்களாகிவிடும்.

அதனுள் இருக்கும் நீரோ அளப்பரியது.

ஆதலால், இப்படி அதனைப பயன்படுத்திக் கொண்டால், நீரும் மிச்சம், இடமும் மிச்சம், நல்ல இயற்கை சத்தும் வளர்க்கப்படும் செடிகளுக்குக் கிடைத்துவிடுகின்றன.

அத்தோடு, பயிர்செய்கை முடிந்து வாழைமரம் காய்ந்தவுடன் அப்படியே அதனைப் பிளந்து உடன் எருவாகவும் பயன்படுத்தி விடலாம்.

இதற்குத் தண்டினைச் சமைத்து உண்ணலாமே என்கிறீர்கள்.

ஆனால் மொந்தன், இரசதாளி போன்ற ஒருசில வாழை மரத்தண்டுகளைத் தவிர மற்றெல்லாவற்றையும் (செவ்வாழை, மலைவாழை போன்ற இன்ன பிறவும்) சமைக்கவியலாது.

அவ்வகைகளை இவ்வாறு பயன்படுத்தலாமே!






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[Raji Ram]

Are the plants what is called 'pAlakeerai' in Sing. Chennai?

 

[DR.C.NARAYANI]

Good morning RR Mam, Yes ,for sure this is called palakeerai -- in tamil we call it as pasalay keerai. Actually in Hindi Palak means keerai ,This variety is tasty ,easy to clean as leaves are crunchy very little time taken ,too easy to cook also,goes well as keerai maciyal ,keerai molagoutal, palak panner. My kids like it with panner.

 

[Raji Ram]

Tiny bit of bath soap can not be used easily and because of the high price, we won't like to throw them away!

Take an old sock and collect the pieces. It can be used to hand wash blouses because the detergents might

make the color fade! After use, squeeze and hang the sock using a cloth clip.

P.S: My friend calls it 'kozhukkattai soap'!

 

[sadasivam.sridharan]

Nice idea!

 

[Raji Ram]

Thank you Sir! Is it not true that money saved is money earned? opcorn:

 

[sadasivam.sridharan]

Definitely ! But this should catchup the attention of youngsters.

 

[Raji Ram]

Definitely ! But this should catchup the attention of youngsters.

They are likely to brand us as 'kanjoos', if we give such ideas!