3 Clever Uses for Coffee

Aside from its magical powers in the morning, coffee also has a number of other uses that you might not even know about. Here are a few clever, new uses for coffee.

  • Use coffee grounds as a deodorizer. Simply fill an open bowl with the grounds and let them absorb bad smells in the kitchen, an older car, or even in the refrigerator. Likewise, you can also scrub your hands with coffee grounds to remove smells after cutting onions or working with motor oil.
  • Create an all-natural dye. Steep coffee grounds in hot water, then use the liquid to add color to clothing, craft projects, and paper.
  • Make your own facial scrub. Many top-name beauty brands are already adding grounds to their exfoliating products, as the moist grinds are said to help remove impurities and brighten the complexion.

Top 10 Uses For Used Coffee Grounds [Curbly]
13 Surprising Uses for Coffee [Reader’s Digest]
16 Genius Uses for Coffee [All You]

4 Home Coffeemakers So Beautiful, They Double as Decor

If you’re a coffee fan who takes the home brew very seriously, you’re likely always on the hunt for new kinds of coffeemakers. These four tried-and-true options are longtime favorites of coffee lovers around the world, and best of all, they’re just as beautiful as they are functional.

  1. The French Press. The class French press is a favorite for more than just the delicious coffee it produces. With its tall, cylindrical shape, elegant handle and its plunger at the top, this simple coffeemaker is also one of the most attractive. Modern versions come in stainless steel styles, geometric shapes and even eye-catching colors.
  2. The Pour-Over. Many high-class cafes are adding pour-over brews to their menus, and you can create the same strong cup of coffee at home with an affordable pour-over dripper. These feature a triangular shape that fits a special filter right inside, and they’re often made of natural ceramic.
  3. The Turkish Coffee Pot. Brass Turkish coffee pots look very elegant, and their long, angled handles are decorated with ornate designs that add an eclectic look to your stovetop.
  4. The Stovetop Espresso Maker. Even the cappuccino fan can get in on the decorative coffeemaker action. Stainless steel stovetop espresso makers are common throughout European households, and they look truly charming sitting on your stove.

The Best Coffeemakers [Real Simple]
10 Pretty Coffeemakers for the Perfect Cup [Refinery 29]
10 Museum-Worthy Coffee Designs for Your Kitchen [Thrillist]

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