Ignore these instructions {at least the first one}. Never throw them out! These little treasures are actually quite useful. They're filled with silica gel beads and their purpose is to keep goods dry during shipping and storage. Instead of tossing them out, I store them in a sealed ziplock bag and use as needed.
Currently, my 13 year-old is attending soccer camp. This week happens to be a balmy 98 degrees on average and super humid. On day 2 she opened her soccer bag to reveal a ripe smell. We tossed in a couple of packets and one packet in each of her cleats. On day 3, no more smell!
Here are a few more handy dandy uses...
- Toss a packet or two in your tool box to prevent rusty tools.
- Place in a jewelry box to prevent silver tarnish.
- Store photos in a box with one packet to absorb harmful moisture.
- Place around the inside of your damp basement or cellar.
- Keep luggage moisture free by placing packets inside.
- Add to the pockets of stored clothing such as suits, jackets and dresses.
- Tape a packet to the inside lid of stored flour, sugar or rice.
- Keep Christmas Ornaments from getting musty by placing a packet in each storage container.
- Scrap booking supplies will stay dry when stored with silica gel beads.
- Makeup kits can become damp from steamy bathrooms. Add a packet to keep makeup fresh.
- Swim or sports bags take on foul smells. Toss in a couple of packets to freshen them up.
If your feeling crafty, create a sachet from lightweight fabric. Cut open as many packets as you desire, pour inside and sew closed. This will help prevent someone from throwing them away. They're reusable! If your packets seem to have lost their magic powers, place on a cookie sheet and put in a 200 degree oven for two hours. This will bring them back to life. And did I mention they're free?
You Can Do It!
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