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Blogger Ann Arbor, MI on Aug 01, 2012

The Most Awesome Leftover Labeling Tip

I love keeping my fridge organized and hate when food spoils. With a busy household, it can be hard to keep track of dates when food was prepared. One day, I had a thought, and it has turned out to be one of the best ideas ever! I use dry erase CRAYONS to label my leftover containers. They easily write on anything plastic without smudging and can be completely wiped off with a little water and a sponge. There isn't even a trace that anything was written once it's wiped off. Couldn't be simpler! Check it out here ----> http://bit.ly/RabYUV

13 Comments

Carroll A Coos Bay, OR

Great Idea! Thanks for the tip.

on Aug 01, 2012 · Like 0
Ellen H Cullman, AL

Thanks for the tip. I didn't know there was such a thing as dry erase crayons. I'll get some.

on Aug 01, 2012 · Like 0
Redheadcandecorate.com Lake Orion, MI

OMG...great idea...I keep a Sharpie in my fridge...it get's cold, but still works :) I use it to initial water bottles, lunches etc. :) Your idea is even better so I don't have to ask my hubby when we had "?'...!

on Aug 08, 2012 · Like 0
Miriam I New York, NY

What a great idea, Ginny!

on Nov 06, 2012 · Like 0
Tamara Goldstein

I've used these but if they get wet or someone smears the label it is a problem. And you can't use the tops in the microwave or the color becomes impregnated into the plastic.
I prefer a piece of masking tape and a Sharpie marker. I fold the end of the masking tape under so that I can pull it off before putting in the microwave or oven or when the container is empty and it's time to wash it. I buy wide masking tape so that I can write on it either width wise or length wise depending upon the size of the container.

on Nov 06, 2012 · Like 0
Sherri B Fayetteville, GA

What a cool idea! Just remember to wipe it off before nuking!

on Nov 06, 2012 · Like 1
Florence L Albrightsville, PA

I use a strip of blue tape on the lid and write the info on it and it is easy to remove but I would like to try this idea.

on Nov 06, 2012 · Like 0
M Paula Barber Melbourne, FL

Great idea. I'll have to try this!

on Nov 06, 2012 · Like 0
Kelly S Bremerton, WA

What a great idea. If I can't remember when we ate it the first time I pitch it, but then that cThank you so much for posting this.

on Nov 06, 2012 · Like 0
Terri J York, PA

I have needed this for years - thanks for posting. Maybe now, I won't have so many projects growing in the fridge!

on Mar 04, 2013 · Like 0
Elaine Simmons Florence, AZ

Wonderful idea!

on Mar 05, 2013 · Like 0
Brenda Moncelli Wallen Clinton Township, MI

Great Idea!!

on Mar 09, 2013 · Like 0
Kathleen New Lebanon, OH

Great ideal. Thank you, Kath.

on Apr 24, 2013 · Like 0