Dear Heloise: When stacking dishes in the sink, I accidentally had a small plate become stuck in a bowl. Do you have any advice to free the plate from the bowl?—Ellen, via e-mail

Ellen, give this a try: Place the bowl in some very hot water (use care) and put plenty of ice cubes on the plate. Let it sit until the plate is cold, and then carefully attempt to remove it. Or dribble lightweight oil around the plate, let sit overnight, then use a putty knife or metal spatula to see if you can budge the plate. Good luck!—Heloise



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