It’s as beautiful as it is functional. It cools, it soothes, it sparkles. No self-respecting hostess would ever be caught without it. For this weeks’ new-use highlight, I’m turning the spotlight on ice, ice, baby! Whether you buy it in bulk or make it yourself (perhaps in a fun shape, like one of these?), it’s an undeniable must-have and it’s got more uses than you might think. Check out a few of them below.
Plastis ice cube trays, $2 each, IKEA.
1. Dent eraser: Sometimes, all a drab space requires is a little furniture rearranging, and voila: A whole new look. But the transformation falters if your rug or carpet shows the markings of the old layout where the heavy furnishings had stood. Just pop a cube of ice over a dent and let it melt before fluffing up the fibres to spring them back to life.
2. Ouchie ouster: If you have little ones, keep an ice tray of aloe vera in the freezer. It’s a great soother for bumps and bruises. If the ailment is a splinter, use frozen water to numb the area before picking the assailer out with a needle.
3. Dressing darling: Make a super-creamy salad dressing at home. Simply place all your ingredients in a lidded jar and add an ice cube. Shut the jar and shake it vigorously. Remove the ice before serving. Your guests will be begging for your recipe!
Do you know any unexpected uses for ice cubes. Leave a comment below.