5 Home Hacks to Try This Long Weekend

Got some spare time this long weekend? Make life a little easier with these quick and simple ideas!

1. Create a stylish shopping list.
Hang up greaseproof paper with rope for a vintage-style grocery list. Plus, you can use it to wrap lunches!

2. Declutter your linen closet.
Neatly fold your sets of sheets and quilts and insert them into one of the matching pillow cases.

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3. Organise your drawers.
Use shoe boxes as dividers to neatly separate your clothing inside drawers. Cut the boxes to make the perfect fit.

4. Personalise your keys.
Make each key unique with a few licks of nail polish. Add some sparkle with a finishing coat of glittery polish!

5. Tidy up with toilet rolls.
Keep spare cords and rope organised by inserting them into toilet rolls. Pretty them up with colourful washi tape or duct tape.

Rachael Ridley

Rachael Ridley is Homes Editor at New Idea. Rachael is obsessed with arts and culture, and is happiest listening to live music with a beer in hand. When she’s not stalking the latest museum or gallery opening, you’ll find her getting crafty at home or tending to her ever-growing garden.