Keep a large safety pin near the kitchen sink . . .

I read a great hint in a very old housekeeping book. It said to keep a large safety pin near the kitchen sink so you can pin your rings to your clothing while doing the dishes. I photographed several items that live on my window sill that would be great places to keep the pin.


I use this miniature funnel all the time.

This pottery flower frog would work well too.

How about through the tail of this redware dog?

This small yellowware plate would be perfect.

The squirrel could keep an eye on the pin.

The tea strainer would be a handy place too.

I love this reindeer bottle opener made from an old antler.

A friend recently had an episode with her diamond ring that was placed on a ledge above the sink. When she reached for it to put it back on after removing her rubber gloves she dropped it and it bounced on the floor. Luckily she saw it bounce and go up under and behind the kickplate under the sink. A workman came with a fiber optic camera and finally found the ring way back in the corner. He said this was the second time this had happened. Most people think the baseboard goes all the way up but it doesn't. Remember that the next time you drop something down there and it disappears.

Thanks for stopping by the cottage today for a helpful household hint. ♥Rosemary