6/13/11

The six-pack carrying cases many carbonated beverages and beer come in can be upcycled into a handy carrying case for summer entertaining. Cover the cardboard with shelf liner contact paper -- available at the hardware store -- to make it more decorative and to reinforce it. Then fill it with condiments like ketchup and mustard bottles, extra napkins, utensils and whatever else you need for your barbecue bash.

6/12/11

Maximum gas-saving tip: A sunroof on your car may be a nice feature for a car, but it can also be a real drag. In the summer months, avoid the temptation to open the sunroof when driving at maximum speeds. It can lessen the aerodynamic flow of your car, causing drag and lowering your average miles per gallon.

6/11/11

Maximum gas-saving tip: Take the time to really go through your car and take out anything that isn't useful or is outright junk. Go through all the back pockets, the trunk, the glove compartment and anywhere else junk might pile up. The lighter your car, the more fuel-efficient it will be.