HELOISE The wallpaper is gone, but the glue remains

Dear Heloise: I have already removed my wallpaper, but I can't get off the glue that was used for the border. Even sanding it doesn't really help. Do you have any suggestions? Lori Crawshaw, Via E-mail
Believe it or not, the solution to your problem is something you more than likely already have on hand. Can you guess? You're right if you guessed vinegar. Just mix vinegar and warm water in a spray bottle and spray the glue residue, let it sit for a while, then wipe with a clean cloth or sponge. It should come off in no time.
It's amazing what vinegar can do for you around the house. It's cheap and easy to use and can replace a lot of expensive, store-bought cleaners. I have put together a pamphlet with a ton of vinegar hints that every household should have. To receive one, send $4 and a long, self-addressed, stamped (83 cents) envelope to: Heloise/Vinegar, P.O. Box 795001, San Antonio, Texas 78279. For a limited time, anyone ordering a pamphlet will receive an additional Heloise pamphlet free! FYI: When you've finished a painting project, soak the paintbrushes in a solution of vinegar and water. It will keep them clean, soft and ready for the next time. Heloise
Dear Heloise: My small children enjoy noodle cups, but eating them is very messy, even for adults, because of the long noodles.
I solved this problem by preparing the noodles according to directions and then using a pair of clean kitchen shears to cut the noodles once they have softened. Several chops with the shears result in short noodles that stay neatly on your spoon and are easier to enjoy! Diane Sulpizio, Friendswood, Texas
Dear Heloise: Here's one of my favorite travel hints: I use the larger plastic bags that my newspaper comes in to put shoes into, or for a wet bathing suit if it does not get dry before returning home. They can be used for a number of things in your suitcase. Norma C., Via E-mail
I do exactly the same thing! I roll my clothes and then put them in the bags. They are easy to pack this way. Heloise
Dear Heloise: I am a fossil who does not cook in a microwave. Therefore, I still fry my bacon in the skillet and drain it really well between paper towels. I just want to tell those who like evenly cooked thick-sliced bacon to take your kitchen shears and cut each slice into about four or five pieces. It fries evenly; there are no half-raw parts or other burned edges! Rosalie Willard, Houston
Dear Heloise: A friend just told me about a hint to clean an old porcelain tub. I tried it, and it was almost miraculous. It cleaned the streaks that no amount of scrubbing would take off. Here it is: Clean the tub with automatic dishwashing gel. Rub on, let sit a few minutes, then rinse. It sparkles. Sue Wilson from Texas
XSend a great hint to: Heloise, P.O. Box 795000, San Antonio, Texas 78279-5000, Fax: (210) HELOISE or E-mail: Heloise@Heloise.com.
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