11 things that may change your life

Marshmallows are pretty useful little items. Did you know that eating them can soothe a sore throat?

Or that you can squish them between your toes and use them as separators when you’re painting your toe nails?

We don’t recommend eating them afterwards… unless you are desperate in which case, knock yourself out.

To find out how all sorts of everyday household objects can CHANGE YOUR LIFE* click through this Buzzfeed gallery of fantastic ideas.

It will show you why you should have nail polish handy when the mosquitoes are biting, how to use jelly crystals can make a great lip tint and that vodka can extend the life of cut flowers. For the record, vodka is also delicious in its own right and is the perfect addition to cranberry juice. See? USEFUL.

Eat marshmallows to soothe a sore throat. (You can also use marshmallows to separate your toes during a home pedicure.)

Add a few drops of vodka and a teaspoon of sugar to make cut flowers last longer.

Add saline solution to refresh dried-out mascara.

Amplify the volume of your iPhone or iPod by placing it in a bowl.

Hang a picture using the tab from a can of drink.

Pack your shoes in a shower cap to keep the soles from touching your clothes.

Rub the cut edge of cheese with some butter to keep it from getting moldy.

Throw baking soda on a burgeoning grease fire. It works much like a powder fire extinguisher. But don't use water, baking powder or flour, as it's likely to make the fire even bigger.

Use (unscented) dental floss to cut soft cheeses and cakes.

Use Earl Grey teabags to get rid of a sunburn.

Use jelly as a lipstain. (Dissolve in water and then use a Q-tip to apply.)

*NB: Objects may not, in fact, change your life, but click here to see more just in case.

Your turn. What tricks do you use around the house to make life just a little bit easier? Do you use everyday items in an unusual way to save money?

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