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The Secret Yumiverse

Secret Tips from the Yumiverse offers hints and tricks from the comic world of Yumi. Also known as Urawaza or life hacks, Yumi's tips are for the thrifty DIY spirit.

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Feb 11, 2015

If you ever need extra storage space in your small living area, adhesive hooks are great for pretty much everything. Need more storage for kitchen equipment? Attach two adhesive hooks on the inside of ...

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Feb 9, 2015

You can certainly exercise at a fancy gym with a personal trainer and state-of-the-art equipment if you have the money and time to do so. However, if you are on a budget and don't want to waste extra ...

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Feb 7, 2015

Want to make your own doughnut? You just need a large skillet, some frying oil, and some basic cooking ingredients that can easily be obtained in your cupboard or the local supermarket. Simply mix all ...

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Feb 4, 2015

To add a splash of unexpected color to your living space, paint the side of your door a vibrant color, or repaint an old piece of furniture to a bright new hue. Sometimes interior decorating, especial ...

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Feb 2, 2015

Need a quick and dirt-cheap way to make your running shoes smell less? Fill old nylon tights with baking soda, enough so that they would fit inside the shoes. Then, tie the open ends and stuff them in ...

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Jan 31, 2015

If you ever want to make your own bouncy ball, all you need are basic white glue, borax, food coloring, cornstarch, and water. Simply combine warm water, cornstarch, and borax together in one bowl, an ...

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Jan 28, 2015

Was it your New Year's resolution to quit smoking this year? Whether you are a first-time quitter or a chronic relapser, this is the year to kick this unhealthy habit for good. Like with any bad habit ...

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Jan 26, 2015

If you ever need to carry multiple plastic bags of heavy groceries from your car to your home, but don't want to strain your fingers or take multiple trips, use a shower curtain ring to carry all of t ...

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Jan 24, 2015

Having trouble falling asleep? Using coconut oil, olive oil, beeswax, and essential oils, you can easily concoct your own DIY, nice-smelling sleep salve that will help you drift off to slumber with mi ...

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Jan 21, 2015

Want to prevent future wrinkles with minimal effort? Sleep on your back. Studies show that sleeping on your side increases wrinkles on your cheek and chin, and sleeping facedown gives you a furrowed b ...