Breathe new life into otherwise worthless household items. Don't spend money on toxic dryer sheets: instead, make your own with stale herbs. Dump a mixture of your favorite herbs in a stray sock (no holes please), and tie off. The heat activates the oils in the spices, releasing those delicious smells (and you'll cut down on static electricity). Don't hesitate to mix and match, and adjust sizes for different loads. What a great gift idea, too.