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10 Super-Cool Things You Never Knew Coffee Filters Could Do So Well

1.  Hot dog holder

What a great solution for birthday parties and barbecues! It’s a plate AND a napkin!

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2.  Create beautiful and ethereal hanging lanterns

Find out how to make these at Martha Stewart!

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3.  Facial blotting tissue papers

I have a little secret that I use toilet seat covers to blot my face when its oily.  It works like magic!  But you can also use ordinary coffee filters.  Cut them up to a nice size and store them in a small container.  They are so handy in a pinch when you want to freshen up but not reapply any makeup because they absorb any excess oil or moisture on your skin.

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4.  Make a gorgeous wreath!

Over at salvagedwhimsy she is cooking up amazing creations with coffee filters.  Incredible!

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5. Clean your windows and monitor screens

Over at answers.com they reassure us that wiping down your computer screen with a coffee filter is safe and effective!

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6.  A potty trainer’s best friend

Any mom that is potty training needs this hack.

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7.  Coffee filter dryer sheets

No harsh fragrances or chemicals, just fresh smelling laundry.

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8.  Coffee Filter Flower Crown

Who would ever guess this was made from coffee filters?

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9. All-purpose strainer

It seems obvious since their main purpose is to strain coffee but you can use them to strain just about everything.

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10.  Muffin liners

Save a few bucks on muffin liners and use the coffee filters you have on hand instead.

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Do you use coffee filters for anything unusual?  Tell us!

Thanks to diyready for this great post inspiration!   Please see their site for more great coffee filter projects and uses.


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