December 8 , 2004

Tennessean.com

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JAR OPENER

With a simple turn of the handle, the new Gripper Jar Opener from Kuhn Rikon adjusts to the jar's lid, securely gripping it to allow for smooth removal. It can be used with any size threaded lid ranging from 1 inch to 4 inches, and also is effective with smooth-sided or grooved caps.

[The Gripper; $16; order from Chef's Catalog at 1-800-338-3232, Cooking. com at 1-800-663-8810, Betty Crocker Catalog at 1-800-446-1898 or www.kuhnrikon.com.]

SOAPY SPONGE

Spongeables are hypo-allergenic sponges with natural glycerin and olive oil-based soap in them that releases when you shower for up to 30 days. They come in nine fragrances — including Spicy Mango, Lemon Berry and Peony Passion — and fun shapes.

[Spongeables; $5-$15; Trace Retreat Store and Spa, Woo Skincare and Cosmetics or order at www.spongeables.com.]

CLEAN AIR

A house closed up for the winter can harbor unpleasant odors, but the Petrotech Odor Eliminator aims to change that. Petrotech used a patented encapsulation process to biodegrade odors, is safe around children and pets, is100% organic and does not leave behind any scent.

[Petrotech; $12.95 for a 16-ounce can; available at PetsMart or order at www.sea-yu.com.

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