Dear Heloise: My first effective back scratcher was a brand-new round-head toilet bowl brush. The only problem with it was that the handle wasn’t long enough. Then, one day while at an appliance parts store, I waited in line. To my right was a display of brushes to clean the dryer. The one that caught my eye went from my fingertips to my elbow. The flexible wand allows me to use it straight, arched or bent. It feels good! — Anna L. Russell, in Tyler, Texas

PRESERVING CHEESE

Dear Heloise: Someone asked about keeping mold off their cheese. Soak a sturdy paper towel in white vinegar, then wrap the cheese in the paper towel and put it into a plastic bag. It will last for much longer. — Joyce Space, Hubbardton, Vermont

CLEANING GRAPES

Dear Heloise: This amazing hint needs to be repeated in your column: Cover a big bunch of grapes with water and let them sit for 30 minutes before storing them in the refrigerator. You will find black silt in the bottom of the bowl instead of your stomach. — J.J., in North Manchester, Indiana

REMOVING

CANDLE WAX

Dear Heloise: To remove candle wax from candle holders (or almost anything), put the item in the freezer for 5-10 minutes. The wax will chip off. If the item is too big, put a baggie of ice on it. — Linda Bucci, via email