Clues you can use

“”I stuff empty tissue boxes with plastic bags from the grocery store. It makes a great storage for them, and I throw a box in the car. The bags are so handy, and the box makes them even handier.” — U.L. in Texas

“”Since having a hip replacement, I need to keep one hand on the rail when going up or down stairs. I no longer can carry a laundry basket. So I put the dirty or clean clothes in a large shopping bag. Then I can carry the bag in one hand and support myself on the rail with the other one.” — J.P. in Massachusetts

“S.W. in Arkansas writes: “When your baby goes from the bottle to a sippy cup, don’t throw away your bottle brush. It works great for the sippy cup as well.”

“Use full-strength vinegar to clean and shine chrome fixtures. Use a non-abrasive cloth to wipe them down, and rinse with another non-abrasive cloth.

“”My little girl always used to fuss in the morning when I tried to take care of her hair, so I gave her a little doll with a brush and some clips. She does the doll’s hair while I put her hair up. It has worked out great — she sits still and is learning how to take care of the doll’s hair. Hopefully, she will be doing her own soon!” — A.P. in Washington