Useful Ways To Put Your Spare Change To Good Use

An all-natural moth deterrent, the most flattering eyeshadows for mature skin, and more. June 23, 2021 [View Online]( Good morning! While the pandemic certainly put a dent in cash-based spending, that doesn’t mean your jar of loose change is worthless. There are still plenty of ways you can use those coins, including the ones in today’s newsletter. I also have another book recommendation to share that’s just begging to be read at the pool or beach this summer, and don’t forget to weigh in on the latest Poll of the Week. Jillee TODAY'S GOOD THING Smart Uses For Spare Change [Top left: Rolls of coins. Top right: A jar of coins in a laundry basket. Bottom left: Coins in a tip jar. Bottom right: Jillee using self checkout.]( Break open your piggy bank and check under the cushions—it’s time to put those coins to work. 1. Take It To A Coin Machine. Coin counting machines like Coinstar can be found in many grocery stores, or some smaller banks and credit unions have them and will let you use them for free. Coinstar charges an 11% commission fee if you want cash, but there’s no fee to put it on a gift card. 2. Use It While You’re Out. Between parking meters, toll booths, laundromats, and public transportation, there are plenty of places that still accept coins and even encourage you to use them. Keep a bag of change handy to use when these opportunities present themselves. 3. Tip With It. The next time you stop in somewhere to grab a coffee or a bite to eat, toss some of your spare change into the tip jar. Ideally there would be at least a few quarters in the mix, but any amount will show your appreciation (and it still spends the same). 4. Go Through Self Checkout. Use your change at the store without monopolizing a cashier’s time by choosing the self checkout lane. The machine doesn’t care how many coins you use, so you won’t be inconveniencing anyone unless there’s a line behind you (in which case, save it for next time). [3 More Ways To Use Spare Change]( [3 More Ways To Use Spare Change]( Related • [25 Brilliantly Simple Ways To Save $5 Every Day]( • [11 Little Habits That Can Cost You Big Money]( ⚡️QUICK TIPS⚡️ • Even if you don’t drink it, these [10 uses for Kool-Aid]( are so practical that you’ll want keep it on hand anyway. • If you’re tired of seeing eyesores like power cords, panels, and kitty litter around the house, use [these 13 ideas]( to hide them. • A rotisserie chicken makes a great dinnertime shortcut, especially when you have [20 quick and easy recipes]( you can make with it. WASH IT WEDNESDAY Keep Moths Out Of Your Closet [Eucalyptus essential oil being added to a cotton ball.]( These easy-to-make moth balls will keep your clothes intact and your closet smelling fresh. Did you know that moths are only partially to blame for the holes that often appear in sweaters and other clothing items in storage? It’s moth larvae that are doing the actual damage, because the larval stage is the only time moths even have a mouth they can eat with. But where there’s smoke, there’s fire, and where there’s moth larvae, there’s moths. Luckily for us, moths don’t seem to like eucalyptus, and you can use that to your advantage by whipping up your own “moth balls” using [eucalyptus essential oil](. Just add a couple drops of eucalyptus oil to several cotton balls, then tuck them away in various areas of your closet (like in the pockets of jackets, in the back corner of shelves, etc.) Not only will the eucalyptus oil help keep moths and other critters at bay, but it will keep your closet smelling fresh rather than stale or musty. Replace your homemade moth balls with fresh ones as needed as the scent fades. BEAUTY The Best Eyeshadows For Mature Skin [Left: A brush being swirled into an eyeshadow palette. Right: Jillee applying eyeshadow while looking in a small vanity mirror.]( Choose an eyeshadow that enhances your beauty, not the appearance of wrinkles. When you’re shopping for interior paint, you learn that there are some finishes that can draw attention to imperfections while other finishes camouflage them or make them less apparent. Interestingly enough, the same phenomenon occurs with different types of eyeshadow too. Matte and glittery eyeshadows can both draw attention to fine lines, less-than-firm skin, and other features you may not want to highlight. Instead, look for eyeshadows with a satin finish, which are easy to blend and look great on every type of skin. JILLEE'S PICK Books We Read On Vacation [An image of the front cover of the book ]( To me, the word “vacation” implies that the main purpose of the trip is relaxation. That’s why my ideal vacation involves a limited number of planned activities, a lounge chair by the pool or at the beach, and most importantly, a whole lot of reading. There’s a whole subset of books that are perfect for such occasions: beach reads. A great beach read should be light (or at least not depressing), provide an escape (you’re on vacation after all), and have a story that keeps you hooked until the last page. [People We Meet On Vacation by Emily Henry]( checks all of those boxes. One review I read likened it to a mashup of When Harry Met Sally and One Day, and now that I’ve read it myself I couldn’t agree more! It’s very much the book version of a romantic comedy, and who could ask for a better type of book to read on summer vacation? It will make you laugh, cry, then laugh again while you’re still crying a little. All in all, it’s the most enjoyable feel-good romance I’ve read in a long time. (And speaking of beach reads, Emily Henry’s previous book Beach Read lives up to its moniker too!) [See this and my other recommended reads on Amazon](. POLL OF THE WEEK Pay Your Dues Q: What payment method do you typically use when you shop in person? (Click one of the options below to submit your response.) 1. [Cash]( 2. [Credit card]( 3. [Debit card]( 4. [Check]( Results from last week's poll: When it comes to laundry, most of you believe in moderation. Over 2,400 of you weighed in on the question “How many loads of laundry do you wash in an average week?” Here's how you responded: • 36.8% said 3-4 loads • 25.3% said 5-6 loads • 23.5% said 1-2 loads • 14.4% said 7+ loads 🎉 GIVEAWAY You & A Friend Could Win an Instant Pot Duo Crisp This week's giveaway has double the fun, because I’m giving away not one, but two [8 Qt. Instant Pot Duo Crisps]( (one for you and one for a friend!) 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It’s National Hydration Day, which is a nice reminder for us all to make sure we’re drinking enough water throughout the day, especially as the heat sets in! If staying hydrated is something you struggle with, [these products]( may be just what you need. What I’m Watching: Wednesdays have gotten more exciting since the new Marvel series Loki debuted on Disney+. While it's only a few episodes in so far, the show is already a treat not only for Marvel fans, but also those who appreciate the looks and talent of the God of Mischief himself, Tom Hiddleston. (As both, I feel a bit spoiled!) What did you think of today's email? [Not good]( | [Just okay]( | [Loved it!]( 🏠[Visit the By Jillee Shop]( 🤗 [Join OGT Free]( Let's connect! [facebook]( [instagram]( [pinterest]( [youtube]( If you have thoughts, comments, questions or a tip or trick you'd like to share, I'd love to hear from you! My inbox is always open, so just hit "reply" and let me know what's on your mind. See you tomorrow! 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