Life Hacks That Actually Work

STRAWberry

Are you cutting the tops of strawberries off just to get rid of the green stem! Stop doing that! Instead, use a straw to completely get rid of the stem. You preserve way more of the strawberries and it creates less waste. Using a metal straw is ideal.

The More You Know

Pump up the volume at any impromptu party by putting your smartphone in a bowl: The concave shape will amplify the music from its speaker.
Once you use a clothespin to hold a nail while hammering, you'll wonder why you ever risked hitting your fingers before.
Hollow out a watermelon, slice off the top, and pierce the side with a spigot. Then, fill the "keg" with your favorite punch and replace the lid to keep the drinks—and the conversation—flowing.
Before going on your next shopping spree, do your research. You might find most products to be relatively inexpensive online when compared to retail.

Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.