input question: To keep garden soil from growing weeds.

output answer: Mulch it.vMulch is a weed inhibitor (often its wood chips). This stops weeds growing as it stops light getting to any weeds. Mulch also has other uses as it helps retain moisture in the soil.

input question: To clean a mirror without producing streaks, and without newspaper, paper towels or cloths on hand,

output answer: use a few layers of coffee filters as a wipe instead.

input question: How do you make cinnamon simple syrup?

output answer:
Combine cup of water and cup of sugar into a saucepan and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat. Be sure to stir it occasionally. Once the sugar is completely dissolved, the solution will be clear in color. It should take about 3-4 minutes once it begins to boil. Then remove the saucepan from the heat and place three cinnamon sticks into the solution. Allow this to steep until the solution reaches room temperature. Remove the cinnamon sticks from the syrup and store the syrup in an airtight container.