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shape of my container on parchment paper using the lid as a template. It’s pretty easy, and it fits exactly.
■ Keep a small wastepaper basket or shredder near your entrance if possible.
You can get rid of paper items you don’t need (think, junk mail) before it even makes it into the house. This is especially important if you tend to let things pile up,
like I do! -- R.F. in Louisiana
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