Reseal your 'un-resealable' bags with a water/soda bottle

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I know it's been a while, but here's a tip I thought was absolutely clever. I remember reading about it in the past, but it was brought to my attention again, and figured I should start actually doing it. Basically, you cut the top 1/3 of a bottle with a screw top lid (probably can't use the latest and greatest water bottles that are using those ultra thin lids), feed the top of the bag that you want resealed through the bottle (pushing it up through the 'bottom'), open up the bag and drop the sides down over the top of the bottle. Then put the cap on. Poof, your bag has been resealed for freshness!

That may sound a little confusing, but hit one of the links below for a better picture of what I'm actually talking about.

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Ultimate Home Theater Setup

Lifehacker has published an excellent article on how to set up a kick ass home theater setup using an awesome streaming software called XMBC (which can actually be ran directly from an old school Xbox gaming console!)

Take a look at the link below for the full article and walk-through for the set up.

http://lifehacker.com/5900626/create-a-kickass-seamless-play+everything-media-center-the-complete-guide

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Most Popular Repurposing Tricks of 2011

Below is a link to an great article on how to use a multitude of things for a different purpose, giving it new life! Like how to make a lunch box from a gallon milk jug, or how to convert a chest freezer to a kegerator for under $20

Definitely worth the read, I'm sure you'll find something useful!

Most Popular Repurposing Tricks of 2011:

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Are you a Weakling? READ THIS!

If you are reading this, then you are weak (or just bored :P)

Below is a link to various methods of opening things that can be a little difficult for the muscly inept.

Yes, you too can open that jar sir/ma'am! Show that your brains are more important than your bronze and read the article below!

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How To Open Everything When You're Weak:

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Hang pictures (and other decorations) quickly, easily, and LEVEL

Just read about this nifty little product on Lifehacker and I have to say, for only being $13.87 on amazon, it seems like a good buy. Not only will it save you time trying to figure out where to mark the holes for nails/screws/etc, but it helps ensure that every picture you hang is level!

Normally it requires measurements, 'eyeing' it, and/or using a level, all of which together takes up too much tedious time, especially when you're wanting to do a lot of decorating (if you recently moved for example).

Take a look at the link below!

Amazon.com: Under the Roof Decorating 5-100117 Hang & Level Picture Hanging Tool, Yellow: Home Improvement:

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Save up to 70% on water when using the toilet!

Below I have linked to an excellent product I highly recommend for anyone interested in saving money. The HydroRight Dual Flush Converter is an easy to install mechanism that can be used on any size toilet to save you thousands of gallons of water per year.

Here's what the manufacturer has to say about it:

Most toilets use the same amount of water for every flush. But a bowl filled with just liquid and paper, which is the case 4 out 5 times, doesn’t need a full tank of water to flush effectively. Using the HydroRight in any size toilet will save thousands of gallons of water per year.

Don't feel you have what it takes to install it yourself? Let this eight year-old kid show you just how easy it is.

Amazon.com: BlueSource HYR270 HydroRight Drop-in Dual Flush Converter by MJSI: Home Improvement:

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DIY Flaming Rock Bowls

Say Wha???

These little bowls look pretty badass! And IMO they'd be an excellent decoration for any party/event you may have at home. Impress your friends!

These DIY Flaming Rock Bowls Light Up Any Backyard or Patio Party:

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