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Uses for Flour: Surprising Benefits Around Your Home

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5.Clean Copper
Create a paste with equal parts flour and salt, then add enough white vinegar to form a thick mixture. Spread this paste over the copper surface, let it dry, and rinse with warm water for shiny, clean results.

6.Dry Shampoo
Out of dry shampoo? Sift some flour to remove clumps, then apply it to your roots using a fluffy makeup brush. Let it sit for 30 minutes before brushing or shaking out the excess flour. This will help absorb oil and refresh your hair.

7.Cloud Dough for Kids
Keep kids entertained by making cloud dough. Mix 8 cups of flour with 1 cup of baby oil. This moldable dough is fun to play with and can be shaped into various forms.

8.Ripen Avocados
Speed up the ripening of avocados by placing one in a paper bag and covering it with flour. Leave the bag on your countertop for about 24 hours, and you’ll have a ripe avocado ready to enjoy.

9.Craft Glue
Create a simple, non-toxic craft glue by combining equal parts flour and water. Mix until smooth, then heat the mixture on the stovetop, stirring constantly until it boils. Allow it to cool and store it in an airtight container for future crafting projects.

Flour is indeed a versatile ingredient, serving many purposes beyond the kitchen!