Gazing Ball Yard Decorations
What a great inexpensive idea. Thanks for sharing. Id put mine in a metal plant holder, & hang a crystal teardrop from the bottom. Its the top hook where youd hang it from, turned upside down.
Homemade Exfoliating Products?
You can also go to Daily Worth.com. They have Lip balm Body scrub & Lotion recipes. Betty Crocker has Miracle Milk Bath, Total Beauty has 9 warm Weather DIY Hair and Skin Care Recipes, Good Housekeeping has Homemade Beauty Treatments, i.e.;Happy Hand Exfoliant...
Sock Can Pin Cushion
This is a great idea; and good for when you cant find a socks mate. I have just a sock in mind so I can make one of these. Thanks.
Uses for an Unneeded Bed Skirt
Great ideas - all! Its nice to repurpose things & get creative. Great job. I found a baby sheet on the side of the road with some other free things . The people had moved & thats what they left behind for trash. I was wondering what I could do with it. It has...
Refurbishing Gourds
Yeah, mine rot too. I planted mini pumpkins and got 3 small orange ones, and thats it. Better than nothing. They are sitting on my end tables in the living room and one on the kitchen table fitting in with the rest of my Autumn decor. Id love to be able to...
Gardening Co-op
I too love this idea & also lemon cukes! Do you have any tips for growing them? I only got 3 or 4 off my plants last year & only at the end of the summer - as they seemed to take so long to grow & then the Hurricane came right after. Thanks for any advice in...
Growing Morning Glory
To babz16 - I would love some morning glory seeds or some 4 oclocks. I will contact you at your email address. Thanks. Karen : )
Growing Okra
Thanks for printing an article on how to grow Okra. I live in New England, and would like to try it in a few large containers next year. If I use organic soil for potting early started plants, do I need to mix anything else into the soil 1st to ensure an abundant...
Window Coffee Table
Very nice job! I love the color & gatherings under the glass. I took an old door with the window on top & cut it in half. I striped,scraped & painted it cream white, & Im putting pictures behind the glass & hanging it up in my living room. The bottom half of...
Decorating With Tree Branches
I use tree branches for lots of decorating during different holidays. Christmas, Valentines, spring, Easter, summer, fall or autumn & Thanksgiving. Just put decorations on the branches. You can use anything. Birds, butterflies, hearts, chicks, bunnies, eggs...
Blue Wine Bottles?
Yes -those Bottle Trees are Great! I saw one either in Horticulture Magazine or Organic Gardening a while ago. Some one featured in the mag had one in their yard with All Blue Bottles! They really are pretty, & I really like the idea of putting mini-lights...
Uses for Frozen Juice Concentrate Lids
Great ideas all! I wouldnt have thought of some of these. Thanks for sharing! : D
Craft Swap Ideas
I just wanted to put this out there. I belong to SwapBot.com. It is a place where you can join swaps that are Regional-USA , & Somtimes Canada or International. There are Swaps of all kinds & something for everyone. And if you dont see one you like -You can...
Craft Birdhouses
These are so cute! I especially love the fact that you used seed packets. Makes a nice yard/garden ornament or gift for someone. Great idea & they came out wonderful! Thanks for sharing them.
Craft Birdhouses
P.S. If anyone is going to put outside; remember to put a water-proof clear coat on them 1st! Wouldnt want them to fall apart!
Bead My Valentine
These are pretty and so creative! They look easy to do as well. They are different from anything else Ive ever seen. You could probably sell them! Thanks for sharing them with us.: )
Website for Label Templates?
Wow! Thats a lot of sites to choose from. Thanks everyone. I needed some teabag wrappers too & found these yesterday.( SimpleCrafter.com ) There are a lot of websites out there. Im sure if you search - youll find tons more!
Beverages for the Christmas Cactus
Thanks for the tip. Im assuming you mean Black Coffee. If not, please let us all know. I have 2 Christmas Cactus that I also took clippings from & put in other pots. They are alive - but still small & outside for the Summer. In Sept. I put in a dark place for...
Coffee Can Angels?
Try FaveCrafts.com or other craft sites. Or you could go to Yahoo or Google & Search (angels or angel crafts.) Good Luck! You can never have enough angels! I collect them & make them. Have fun. : )
Chocolate Crescent Rolls
I have a recipe for Holiday Wreaths using Crescent rolls. 2 pkgs. crescent rolls 1- 4oz. pkg. cream cheese Any kind of Seedless Jam-(Apricot or Blackberry works well, thats what I use) 1 pizza pan or lg. cookie sheet Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Open 1 pkg...
Owl Painted Gourd
These painted gourds are just lovely. You are a talented painter and I hope you are selling your work! I envy you. I cant paint worth a darn and even have trouble with stencils! Put em out, people will buy. Go to a flea market or craft sales, and consignment...
Owl Painted Gourd
Oh, see! I just read the other people who wrote in. They want to buy them. Youve got your own business yet? If not, there you go! Again, good luck to you. : D
Homemade Facial Scrubs?
There are many great recipes to choose from here.And thanks for sharing Bath & Body recipes .com.You can also go to Tea web sites to get lots of recipes & TheHerbalQuarterly.com for recipes. Ive got a whole (Long List) of these recipes & have tried lots of...
Leaves on Tomatoes in Topsy Turvy Tree Turning Yellow?
My plants turn yellow on some of the stems too. I have 2 Topsy Turvys. I forgot about using vinegar. How often & how much? You can put sugar in the water as soon as they start changing color, about once a week. 1 -2 TBSP per gallon. Makes them sweet & juicy...
Leaves on Tomatoes in Topsy Turvy Tree Turning Yellow?
Thanks Kffrm88 for sharing Tomatocasual.com. Great stuff on That site as well. : )
Gift Ideas for a 13 Year Old Girl?
Yes I agree with the others. Gift cards are great. That way she can buy what she wants. If you have a Mall, a gift card will work in any store they have there. & she wont be limited by just one store. Or Cash.
Homemade Gifts for Mother's Day?
Figure out what she likes & go from there. Example: If she likes Tea make a basket for her with assorted teas, a nice cup or cup & saucer, tea cookies, or cakes, a tea book, teabag holders,& a bookmark. Or basket of lotion, cologne or body spray, shampoo & conditioner...
Create Stick Sculptures to Attract Birds
A very nice idea. How creative. Very nice pictures too. Thanks for sharing. : )
Tent Plants in Plastic Wrap When On Vacation
Thanks a lot.This is a great tip & timely. Im going to Vermont to visit my daughter who just moved up there from MA. about a month ago for Labor Day Weekend & wont return until Tuesday or Wednesday. I was wondering what to do about that; but didnt want to over...
Broken Wing Dragonfly
Beautiful! I have never seen one like this before! We used to have big chunky type ones here in New England that were Bright Blue & a Red one that pretty much looked the same. I havent seen those now for about 4-5 years.Come to think of it, I havent seen the...
Uses for Coffee Cans
These are all great ideas! I should definitely use the compost idea.Thanks for sharing! : )
Window Picture Frame
Hi there. Love your Frame. Id been wanting to do something with doors & windows for a while now,but needed to find one 1st. Well, I found a free Door (white), this weekend down the St. from my plot at the community garden on my way home! Free-the sign said...
Altered Dress Shirt Into a Summer Top
Really cute transformation.The possibilities are endless.Use you imagination crafters. : )
Lightening Blonde Hair With Peroxide?
Buy some Sun-In spray. Not expensive at Walmart & it Works! Good Luck. : )
Tea Stains on Stainless Steel Pots?
These suggestions sound good. Or you could Ask Hellowise At Good Housekeeping.com. Good Luck. : )
How Can I Get Coupons in Puerto Rico?
Join a coupon swap or start one.Put an add in your paper or make flyers & hang in stores, laundrymats, etc. Go on computer to look up swaps. Craigslist & other sites. Ask to swap in mail form.Good Luck. : )
Cleaning Copper?
Ketchup, spaghetti sauce,or lemon. Or ask Helowise at Good Housekeeping.com. Good Luck. : )
Smoke Detector Keeps Beeping?
Call the manufacturer-if all else fails-you may need to get it fixed or buy a new one Good Luck. : )
Preventing Mildew Smell on Clothes Left in Washer?
I agree with Barb-Baking soda usually does the trick-& vinegar.White-distilled.Good luck. : )
Using Soap to Get Rid of Ants?
Probably at any hardware store, Ace or Home Depot, Lowes. Good luck. : )
Sticky Tape Removal from Clothes?
Mayonnaise, ice & a scraper (paint). Or Ask Helowise, Good Housekeeping.com Good Luck. : )
How Do I Sell Collectible Dolls?
Ebay, Craigslist,Antique collectors/dealers in town or your local paper. Good Luck. : )
Ideas for Wedding Theme?
Nature & Victorian sound wonderful-but Victorian can get expensive.Jungle theme? Autumn?With Gourds Scarecrows,leaves etc.Whatever you decide,Im sure it will be terrific! Dont forget to send Pictures for all of us to see!Have Fun. : )
Hair Dye Stains on Cabinets?
You could try Magic Eraser by Mr.Clean-it worked for me.Can buy off brands at dollar stores too,like I do & they also worked for me. Good luck. : )
Fixative to Prevent Glitter from Coming Off Dress?
How about spraying a little unscented hairspray on it? You can always spray a light cologne to get rid of the alcohol smell in it. And it Is sticky & cheap! Good Luck. : )
Dye Transferred in the Wash?
Try hot water & a little bleach in a white (hot) wash, alone.That just might do the trick.Ive washed items this way in the past, & it worked. Also,sometimes certain fabrics dont bleach out like you think they would-& things come out clean & not even faded,let...
Painting Over Dark Paint?
Some companies I think Glidden,Behr & Benjamin Moore plus others have the primer & paint mixed right in. I would suggest going to the different paint sites & asking there 1st. If you might find a safer stripper; so youll have a smooth painted surface on what...
Kitchen Backsplash Ideas?
What is your favorite color? What can you live with? Are you afraid of Bright colors or dislike certain colors? Grey sounds Drab to me. But I also havent seen your place either. Red or Orange or Teal blue or Spring Green or another color may Brighten it up...
Sealing Plaster Stepping Stones?
Go To Michaels Crafts or AC Moore Crafts stores & ask them.Or even Home Depot or Lowes-They all should know,if you tell them what you want to seal. Good Luck! : )
Inexpensive 15th Birthday Ideas?
How about a pampering pj party, with pizzas, iced tea or lemonade, chips & dip/ salsa, brownies or smores & cake & ice cream? You can go to lots of magazine & tea sites for homemade recipes for really cheap diy body gels & scrubs, facials, body lotions, masks...
Looking for a Free Pattern for a Puff Quilt?
Go to Favecrafts.com or Allfreequilting.com or Allfreesewing.com They usually have Free Patterns to download. Good Luck! : )
Tomatoes Turning Black on the Bottom?
Ive had those nasty spots on All my larger tomatoes in the past;last year & the year before-but not on my cherries! And they were in the same plot! I will definitely put eggshells in from now on. Ive been putting them into most of my garden beds for my other...
Growing Truffles?
Dont these come from England or France? I know they are Very Expensive & are Imported from somewhere. But if you find out, please let me know too ok? Lover of All Mushrooms! Thanks & good luck! : )
Planting Seeds in August?
There are Websites you can go to for that info. Burpee.com is a good one. Also Better Homes & Gardens.com Go to gardening section.Good Luck! : )
Harvesting Sunflower Seeds?
I have grown some sunflowers for the 1st time this year. They are taking a long time-but are 6 ft or so tall & have many green heads on each plant. Tops are medium sized and are just getting golden in the centers, but petals are still green. Id appreciate knowing...
Growing Thick Walled Sweet Peppers
Before or after theyre burnt & how many per hole? Is it too late to put them in now? Theyre only just starting to grow & are only about 1-2 inches big? Thanks.
Spring is in the Air (Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa)
What a lovely flower. Thanks for sharing it. : )
Buying Kettlebells Cheaply?
You could try Ocean State Job Lot if you have one in your area,or Best Buy.Ive seen them at these stores including Walmart-but Job lot is cheapest!
Theme Ideas for a Combined Birthday Party?
What are the 2 of you each interested in? Gardening, Crafts, Collecting Angels? Find a common interest-or 2 & go with that. A few Streamers & Balloons never hurt either (Garden Tea Party/Angel craft or other Party)-get it? Have fun & good Luck! : )
Repairing Cloudy Headlight Lens?
Perhaps its on the inside? Could be.You wouldnt want to scruff it up, especially if you can remove it & check to clean the inside. I cant see why else it wouldnt come clean if you did all that to the outside. And try vinegar! Hope this helps. Good Luck. : )
Repurposing New Fabric Bed Sheet Container?
Clothes-pin bag-(add button hook closure), or pajama bag. You didnt say whether it had a Zip, drawstring or other closure or not. Use to keep shoes separate from clothes in suitcase; or for sm. laundry bag while traveling. I hope this was helpful. : )
Shopping for Terra Cotta Flower Pots?
Ocean State Job Lot, Christmas Tree Shop, Michaels Crafts, Home Depot, Lowes, Target, Walmart Garden Center. Ann & Hope, Dollar Stores for Sm. size. Good Luck. I hope this helps. : )
Using a Handy Stitch?
Great idea Frugalsunnie! Great for kids going to college or back to college. : )
Eye Catching Name Ideas for a New Discount Food Store?
Bent & Dent Food Shack-Discount Store. People are gonna see the dents anyway, why not include it in the name? Good Luck! Hope this helps. : )
Painted Glass Wine Bottles
This is a great idea. Thanks for sharing it. I hope you win. I voted for you. Good Luck! : )
Scenery: Sunrise (Manchester, WA)
Wow! These pictures are so clear & beautiful. You could enlarge them & hang them up on your wall. I would. Thanks for sharing them. I gave you a Thumbs Up. : )
Reviews of DVD/VCR Combos?
I have a Phillips DVD/VCR & its about 3+ years old & works fine,w/reg. cleanings.Came w/a remote too. I dont record anything though.It plays CDs too,but sounds tinny because of the TVs speakers.But its great for reg. use.I hope this helps.
Growing Vegetables in Plastic Containers?
I agree with all the others. Ive been growing more plants in containers as well- due to lack of room & just wanting to grow more varieties of herbs & vegetables. Im not sick or dead yet either. I think its just fine. Heres a tip; Give your plants some Fish...
Lilac Bush Barely Flowers?
I would suggest giving it some fertilizer & checking with a person in a nursery or the plant people at the Home Depot or other nursery for the right kind & how much to give it & when, & whether or not to cut it back to make it bush out, etc. Ive never seen...
Homemade Hummingbird Food?
Thanks for the homemade Humming Bird Recipe. It sure beats buying it. Can you put red food coloring in it to make it look like the store bought kind? : )
Homemade Hummingbird Food?
Correction: Humming Bird Nectar Recipe. Boy,I got a Good Laugh at myself when I realized what I wrote & posted the 1st time. No I dont eat humming birds! LOL.
Slip Covers for Recliners?
Try SureFit Slipcovers. You can check them online or order a catalog. Hope this helps. : )
10th Birthday Party Ideas?
How about a Bowling Party, Tea Party or Tie Dye Party. You can purchase bags of white socks inexpensively at Walmart, and boys or girls white T-shirts -Reg. kind or tank types too. And plain white headbands at the Dollar Tree or other Dollar store, and dye...
Repairing a Scorched Shirt?
Well depending where it is and/or how big it is-you could embellish it with a pin or button design or patchwork & embroidery with lace, buttons, sequins,etc. Or store bought patches: flowers, butterflys, birds, etc. I dont know how to get rid of it or even...
Arabian Themed Children's Party Favors?
Flutes & head turbans -(Ladies Hair Dept.) from Dollar store. Buy feathers & gems to hot glue onto the front of turbans. Sorry-this is all I could think of- but its a start. Good luck. : )
Selling Old Tires?
These are Great for Childrens Playgrounds.They build Dragons & swing sets-Round tire swings-& Climbing paths with tires.They look really cool,last a long time & put mulch or sand on the playground 1st. You could ask someone at the Town Hall or Elemmentry Schools...
Clothing Dye Transferred in the Wash?
OOOHHH-Girl. Hot water is a No-No! You probably set the stain in now. Never put things in hot water unless its white, and w/bleach and a fabric safe for bleach.You didnt say what material the dress was made of either. You could try a cold wash alone w/color...
Inexpensive Fall Centerpiece
Thanks for sharing All those tips. It pays to be frugal. I also use pine cones & acorns in my decor with candles. Hollowed out gourds & pumpkins make great vases & filled w/Zinnias or other flowers from your own garden makes a nice centerpiece or decoration...
Christmas Cactus Not Blooming?
These are all very helpful articles/answers to the problems of growing Christmas cactus. I bought 2 small ones at Christmas from Home Depot. A white one & a fuschia one. They had buds; but a few days later they all fell off! Well, I was very disappointed & I...
Milk Jug Ghost
Very cute & inexpensive. I added a battery-operated string of white lights to mine. Just cut out a big enough square in the bottom back side to fit it in. Great for inside or on the front porch or steps. Just remember to shut off! Batteries wont last long.
Making Photo Puzzle Blocks?
Go to MarthaStewart.com & push crafts at the top band. Or Search in search box. She usually has everything there. If you know the Show-Date it aired you could make the search a little easier.Also try (Themarthastewartshow.com) Good Luck & Happy Crafting! : )
Safety Pin and Bead Box Pattern?
Try FaveCrafts . com They have quite an assortment for every level of experience. Good Luck! Happy crafting. : )
Free Online Craft Ideas for the Elderly?
Try FaveCrafts.com They have easy crafts & recycled crafts & everything for all ages & experience levels. Good Luck & have Fun! : )
Shopping for Unfilled Individual Coffee Creamer Containers?
Why not put up a signs at the grocery store,elderly housing Apts., Laundromats, etc. & ask friends & family who use this item to wash & save them for you? I dont think you can buy empty ones- but I could be mistaken. Good Luck. Hope you find some. Happy crafting...
Ideas for 4H Sewing Project?
How about Fleece Blankets or Throws? Or Fleece Hats with Tassles on top with matching scarves? You didnt say how hard or easy-but these are pretty easy to make. Good Luck with whatever you decide; and remember to have fun! : )
Making a Magnolia Leaf Wreath?
Go To MarthaStewart.com or FaveCrafts.com They Both Have Everything you need to know! Have Fun Crafting & Happy Holidays! : )
Painting Decorative Gourds?
Have you considered hollowing at least 1 out of the bottleneck ones and putting flowers in them and hanging on a railing, fence or low tree branch? You have to put water in it just like a regular vase. These are very nice and I saw it in one of the magazines...
Memory Foam Bath Mats for Leather Car Seats
This is a great idea. I love Walmart & Im going there the 1st of the month to do my regular grocery & personal toiletry shopping. So Ill pick 2 up for my front seats. Thanks for sharing. : D
Use Coffee Filters When Potting Plants
This is a great idea. I use this idea all of the time now. Its a lot less messy. : D
Furniture Repurposing Ideas?
Draws make great shadow boxes or shelves. 2 small end tables or night stands (the same sizes) & a long piece of plywood can make a great buffet or dining table (just cover with a sheet or some fabric). Or even a work area table, for office, crafts, & other...
Monkey Sock Pattern?
Try Favecrafts.com Or AllFreeKnitting.com OR AllFreeSewing .com. They have everything & something for everyone! And they are all connected. They have crochet too. Good Luck. : D
Making a Recycled Glass Bottle Mosaic Table Top?
Well, 1st youll need to get some old heavy rags or towels to wrap the bottles in before you break them. Use a large rock (probably better than a hammer - unless you want lots of really small shards). Then put on some good work gloves (the swede or swede & canvas...
Free Crochet Pattern for Lady's Cardigan?
Try FaveCrafts.com or AllfreeCrochet.com. They have AllFreeKnitting.com too. Good Luck! : D
Making a Bread Machine Cover?
You may want to go to AllFreeSewing.com or Favecrafts.com to look for your pattern. These 2 sites have everything & something for everyone. Good luck.
Finding Vintage Sewing Patterns?
I dont have any but try AllFreeSewing.com & Yard & Garage sales, Consignment & Thrift shops. You never know what youll find! Ive found many things. Old & new in these places & at church sales too! Good luck.
Crafts Made with Glass Coke Bottles?
Go to Favecrafts.com I seem to remember seeing an article of what to do with wine bottles. You could get ideas from that or check out if they have anything with Coke bottles. Its a Great site & they have something for everyone. Good Luck.
Crafts Made with Glass Coke Bottles?
Also look below these posts. Things to do with glass bottles - see it?
Plant Labels for Vertical Shoe Holder Planter
Actually you could use paper or cardboard & cover with Clear Contact paper & it would be a lot less expensive.
Making a King Size Headboard?
Check out Better Homes & Gardens.com & Other Magazine websites. They have lots of homemade ideas for Headboards. Traditional Home.com Country living.com Etc. And DIY.com Good Luck
Good Housekeeper Sewing Machine User Manual?
Why not contact the Co. itself? Just give the model no. & they should send you one. Good Luck.
Testing Soil?
You can go to any Garden center, Home Depot, Lowes or even Walmart or Kmart in the garden center & get a soil test kit. Very simple to do. There are several kits. Some more extensive than others. I just used a basic kit with 1 tube & capsule in it. It lets...
15th Birthday Ideas?
How about an Amusment Park or Water Park? Or Paint Ball? Or Mini-Golf? Or a Spa Day? with a BBQ or Pizzas & Ice Cream Sundaes to Follow? Whatever you decide-Have a Fun Birthday! : D
Cheap Enjoyable Kid Crafts?
Go to FaveCrafts.com or Parents.com They have lots of various kids crafts. Good Luck : D
Craft Uses for Old Jelly Jars?
You could put some homemade bath salts, milk bath or bath fizzies or bath bombs in them & give as a gift. Or make a piggy bank out of it & put the name of whatever you are saving for on it. Example: expensive dinner out or craft fund or new shoes & just drop...
Vinyl Record Craft Ideas?
I see above a link for a bowl. I made one! Its really cool with colored candies like those bright licorice ones w/the pink, blue & yellow with black in it or for nuts & stuff for a party. You could also follow that (bowl) for the heating instructions & fold...
Crafts Using Prescription Bottles?
Yes. These are great fo many uses. Sequins, safety pins, straight pins, tacks, Few dollars or change for vending machines, toll booths, car wash, Etc. beads, jewelry, bit of Epson salts or bath salts or bubble bath, shampoo & conditioner, facial wash-when traveling...
Craft Ideas for Frozen Juice Lids?
Great Idea, Rustycrystal! I was thinking Magnets. The possibilities are endless! Beads, stamps, stickers, ribbons, lace, buttons, photos, pictures, sequins, anything! : D
Creative Use for Large Plastic Container?
A catch-all! Or a sand garden with shells, coral, mini starfish, & sand dollar! And maybe even a mini palm tree... whatever you decide. Im sure it will be great! Have fun! : D
Recycling Broken Jewelry into New Earrings
These are pretty. Good job! I do this all the time. It saves money & I only make what I like. I had bought a pair of gaudy earrings that were long gold swirls on top & an ugly fat deep purple hoop hanging on the bottom! I took them home & got rid of the hoops...
Choosing Curtains to Go with Mexican Tile Floor?
Go bold to complete your look. Bright golden yellow or orange. Or depending on the size of the windows you could put a sheer one in the middle-white or yellow & orange on each side & tie back with silk braided rope or fringed braided rope. This will brighten...
Game Ideas for Red Hat Luau Birthday Party?
How about toss the coconut into a bucket or pail. Underhand is OK! How about musical chairs instead-to Hawaiian music or island music? Thats walking instead of dancing & fun for everyone- unless they are real party-poopers! You could have little or big prizes...
