STAR SAVER

Thread sausages onto a skewer before grilling. It makes them easier to turn and they'll cook right through.

Kathleen White, Cooks Avenue, Dresden

During winter nights, put a spare duvet on top of the mattress then cover as usual with bottom sheet or a duvet cover. You'll find it warm and cosy.

Joy Adams, Dale House Farm, Lask Edge Nr. Leek

Have you spilt something on your carpet? Why not try covering the stain with a little shaving foam for five minutes, then wipe away. It will be as good as new.

Rebecca Lynch, Brittain Avenue, Chesterton,

Use a wet knife to slice hard-boiled eggs and the yolk will not crumble.

Florrie Harvey, Cheadle

To make bedding for small pets, use the filling of an old polyester pillow.

Jo Sweinswood, Whieldon Crescent, Fenton

When replacing your pedal bin bag, tear off a piece of kitchen roll and spray with air freshener. Put it flat inside the bin and it will give a lovely smell and stop odours.

John Kelver, Newcastle under Lyme