One of the many ways we save money is by repurposing things we already have laying around the house. Whether it has outlived its intended purpose or might normally be considered trash, you can squeeze more value out of things you already have — and avoid spending more of your hard-earned money — with a little creative thinking. A few of our favorites follow.
1. Glass candle containers: Once the last of the wax has been removed — I save these small bits to create other candles — and the jar is cleaned, I use them to store q-tips, cotton balls, and other small, hard to organize items on my bathroom counter.
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