London Local Services » creative ideas https://www.londonlocalservices.co.uk Tue, 10 Dec 2013 13:14:12 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.7.1 5 Creative Doorstops https://www.londonlocalservices.co.uk/5-creative-doorstops/ https://www.londonlocalservices.co.uk/5-creative-doorstops/#comments Fri, 05 Apr 2013 06:58:24 +0000 https://www.londonlocalservices.co.uk/?p=2567 Continue reading ]]> Have you ever tried to open your door and let some fresh air in, but then get annoyed because the door keeps closing? This can be a very frustrating situation, especially if repeats itself over and over again. But it doesn’t have to be this way. You can end it by using a doorstop. And to make it more fun, you can choose an unusual doorstop, which will make you laugh every time you pass by it.

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Below you can find 5 creative doorstops for your home:

The Wizard of Oz Red Ruby Slippers

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Ice Cream Cone

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Gold Bar

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Golf Doorstop

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Tentacle Doorstop

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You can find more information about these creative doorstops and their price here.

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7 New Purposes for the Lonely Old Socks https://www.londonlocalservices.co.uk/7-new-purposes-for-the-lonely-old-socks/ https://www.londonlocalservices.co.uk/7-new-purposes-for-the-lonely-old-socks/#comments Wed, 06 Mar 2013 12:40:25 +0000 https://www.londonlocalservices.co.uk/?p=2515 Continue reading ]]> I’m sure that every housewife has lost at least one sock in the washing machine. And no matter how much I want to help you find it, I can’t. Scientists still don’t know how socks magically disappear and where they go. However, if you want to give the lonely sock a second chance, here are several creative ideas, which will bring it back to use.sock-toys

Rag or Duster

Kids often make messes and if you wonder with what to clean them, the old sock can serve as a rag or a duster. In this way you will save money from buying microfibre cloths.

Sock Toy

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Surprise your child with a cute sock toy. You will need a needle, thread, yarn and several buttons or beads. Put your imagination to work and create a unique toy. If you lack inspiration, check out these great DIY tutorials.

Feet Warmer

I know that usually this is the main purpose of socks, but here I have something else in mind. Fill the sock with rice, tie it well and put it in the microwave for 2-3 minutes. After that your feet can enjoy the warmth for a long time.

Hair Band

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Socks are usually very elastic, so if you cut one in circles you’ll have lots of hair bands to use at home. Or you can cut the tip of the sock, roll it and then use it for making the perfect hair bun.

Skin Softener

If the skin of your feet or hands is too rough, you can soften it very easily. Before you go to bed, rub them thoroughly with cream and after that put two old cotton socks on them. You will be amazed by the great result in the morning.

Air Freshener

Another great idea for reusing old and lonely socks is to turn them into air fresheners. Fill a sock with sprigs of dried lavender and put it in the wardrobe against moths. If you want to refresh your living room, fill the sock with cinnamon sticks and dried flowers.

Creative Insulation

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A perfect way to reuse an old sock is to make a huge stuffed snake from it. This snake can be put in front of doors or windows to prevent the cold air from getting inside your home. Such a fun and creative way to insulate a room, don’t you think? If you want to make this sock snake, follow the tutorial here.

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The Best Playground for Cats https://www.londonlocalservices.co.uk/the-best-playground-for-cats/ https://www.londonlocalservices.co.uk/the-best-playground-for-cats/#comments Wed, 02 Jan 2013 13:58:09 +0000 https://www.londonlocalservices.co.uk/?p=1967 Continue reading ]]> I wanted to start the new year with something interesting and funny. Therefore, I started my search and came upon these photos of a very unusual cat transit system. I was astonished by it. cat-tube-1My first thought was that my cat would love to play in this awkward tube and my sofas will finally take a rest from its claws.

The creative people responsible for this awesome project are Jillian Northrup and Jeffrey McGrew from the architecture firm Because We Can, who wanted to create an inspirational office both for them and their cat.

So, take a look at the Cat Tube:cat-tube-2

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