Make a Rag Holder out of an Old T-Shirt
This would also work for keeping your extra grocery bags in! Great idea.
Growing Balloon Flowers (Chinese...
This is a great flower for beginner gardeners or anyone. It is easy to grow and very sturdy to grow. The problem I had was that every year it reseeds in different spots and since I used it as a border to my patio, it didnt work well. It is very reproductive...
How Much Do You Spend On Eating Out?
When we eat out we use 2 for 1 coupons, eat from the dollar menu or we share meals. Instead or ordering $2+ drinks, we order ice water with lime or lemon which can save around $10 for a family of 4! If its carry out, instead of fries with our sandwiches we...
Clean Kitchen Tips
I am a fanatic about recycling, but my kitchen and garage are not very close together. I recently reorganized my pantry to allow my recycling bins underneath the shelving. This allows me to recycle without having to take bags out to the garage after every meal...
Organizing Tupperware in Your Cupboard
I have cleaned out literally every closet and cabinet in my home this summer--no kidding. The only way I can organize my plastic ware is to keep only a few sizes that will stack inside each other. By only keeping a few sizes, the ones I use the most, I can...
Tea Cup Bird Feeder
I would suggest building a platform with screen maybe where the water could drain but the seed would stay on top and dry. I didnt, then drill small holes near the bottom of the cup for drainage. I even glued a spoon to the side of the saucer like you sit it...
Keep Your Purse Safe When Dining Out
I have a purse hanger that I like to use, it can be placed onto the edge of the table and you can hang your purse from its hook just under the table next to you where no one can easily reach it. Works for me.
Keep Membership Cards On a Keyring
For those of you who leave your parent or child in the car while running into the store, you may want to put these cards on an extra keyring by themselves. This way if you need to leave the car running for heat or air, you will still be able to take the cards...
Plan Summer Activities With School Curriculum In Mind
This is a great idea! My sister was a history teacher by training and would plan educational historic trips about twice a year for her family. Be sure to take pics and label them which is really easy to do now with the digital pics and laptops etc. Do this...
Organize Notes Into Sections of a Spiral Notebook
The only thing I would add is that I try to back up my file before my pc might crash or lose data. Great idea until that happens with no back up. Ive learned MY lesson ;-)
Put Your Shredded Documents in a Paper Bag
As long as you are putting the shredded paper in paper bags why not put it in with your paper recycling?
Pay Off Your House
Very good stuff. I am having a garage sale now because I have accumulated way too much stuff. I am adding more shelves and storage space to my closets and pantry so I will have things more organized and stored properly. A tidy home means you lack nothing, a...
Frugal Tissue Dispenser
Great idea! I am making some of these for teachers in my family, they will love it!
Dorm Room Necessities
I have done mini versions of this for graduation parties Ive attended. I found out recently that a relative loved hers - twenty years ago - and has been doing similar ones for her graduates! Always good to know!
Cheap, Easy Bird Feeders
When I was young I was always cautioned about using anything strung together with string for bird feed since they can swallow the string and choke. Is this not a concern for bird lovers? Or is there a way to do this safely for the birds?
Living With Less
I too have downsized, not by traveling in a truck but by getting rid of unnecessary things in my home and life. I also organized my closets and am finishing up projects that Ive acquired over the last years. It really is freeing! Enjoy yourselves :)
Buy a Counterfeit Detection Pen for Garage Sales
I was speaking to a clerk at the grocery store the other day about these pens. She said the store advised them that it is not an accurate way of telling if the money is real or counterfeit. They were told to check by holding it up to the light and looking for...
Elastic Headbands for Notebook Storage
This is a great idea! I am going to do that. I was using my garage door remote to clip everything to the visor. This is a pain when I go somewhere with friends or walk thru the neighborhood, then I have to take down the papers when I grab the remote. This really...
Consumer Awareness When Choosing Doctor
I had a similar experience several years ago. It wasnt until I returned to a previous doctor and was sharing my experience that I realized each hospital has a Liaison person who takes complaints from patients and works to take care of problems. I spoke to the...
Finding Secondhand Textbooks
I went to half.com, amazon (used), and ebay for my books. Sometimes you get foreign editions but the only difference Ive seen is the chapters are in different order and sometimes they are titled differently. Paying $20-$30 instead of $130 per book is great...
Reuse Chip Bags as Gift Bags
I have used chip bags for gift bags. This summer a friend of mine was having a birthday bash at a popular mexican restaurant. I had just finished with a bag or tortilla chips and noticed the bag was quite nice. It was the right size for her gift and seemed...
Cleaning Crayon Off Walls?
I use a hot iron and a paper towel, using the towel, iron over the mark until it is gone and there is no more wax on the wall.
Lilac Bushes Leaves Turning Brown?
Lilac bushes dont do well in acidic soil, if you have pine trees near them they will do poorly. Ask your county extension officer about it, he may have some thoughts. You could add lime to the spot if the soil is acidic to neutralize it, you may need to do...
Having Dental Work Done in Mexico?
I would only consider going to a Mexican Dentist or Dr. after getting recommendations from close friends. You would not be able to get amends easily if things went wrong. Friends recommendations can help you make wise decisions. Find out if there is a dentistry...
Choosing a Hair Color Brand?
Changing brands is not a good idea. I used to dye my hair and I went from Loreal to Revlon, my color was ash blonde light and it changed it to an orange. I went back to Loreal brand and was very happy with it.
Wardrobe Advice?
First off dont try to dress sexy. A real lady is sexy by how much integrity and style she has--and I dont mean clothing style. Find a friend who you know dresses well and have her go along on your shopping trips. Two sets of eyes are better than one for dressing...
Ear Aches After Having Mono?
DO NOT mess with this. Mono is a strep infection, it can recur and it can lead to deafness (my grandmother became deaf after this infection), it also can lead to liver damage if you dont take care of it. It could also be something else. Yes, go to the doctor...
How Easy is it to Install the MagicJack?
Buyer beware: Dont use a credit or debit card for this company. I had to change my credit card because their billing company was adding other charges on my account, about $1000 from other companies and other consumers. I had a huge mess. Neither magicJack nor...
How Do I Reduce Weight Around the Waist?
Stop drinking sodas, even diet sodas will keep your middle looking thick. Good luck.
Spam Emails Being Sent from My Account?
You might want to check for viruses. Many viruses are created to do this.
How Do I Have a Successful Yard Sale?
Skip the newspaper advertising, go to craigs list and other free places. I would place the ad with your baby clothes and other things that would be interesting to pull people into your sale. Place signs from the main road in, brightly colored cardboard is best...
Shopping for Reasonably Priced Baby Clothing in Tulsa?
When my son was young, I didnt have any friends with children around his age to trade clothes with, so I bought at thrift stores or consignment stores. I found the most wonderful clothes at garage sales for even less! He was the best dressed child in our neighborhood...
Store Super Glue In Your Refrigerator
This from Gorilla companys website: How can I prolong the useful shelf life? Moisture that gets into the bottle can cause the adhesive to set up and harden. The best practice is to immediately replace the cap and store in a cool, dry location. There is a metal...
Artsy Black and White Wedding Centerpieces?
How about spraying small grapevine wreaths silver and adding some white voile ribbons for decoration along with some plastic wedding rings. Adding a white candle to the center decorated with a wide band of torn paper pinned to the circumference along with a...
Finding an Inexpensive Source for Wedding Dinnerware?
If you are planning on doing a business I would take out a business loan, you dont want to skimp. Once you are known for your reputation youve either made or broke your business. I would suggest finding restaurant auctions or estate sales, these are older dishes...
Cleaning an Old Christening Gown?
Fill sink 3/4 full of water and add 14-18oz hydrogen peroxide, let it soak a few hours. Should not harm fabric.
Wall Color Advice to Coordinate With Drapes?
How about a pale lavendar with lime green accents? Maybe a vine around the window panes?
Centerpiece Ideas for an 85th Birthday?
You could buy some teal paper gift bags, put some gold tissue paper inside and add some large silk flowers in ivory. I would add weights of some kind to the bags so they dont easily tip over.
Dye from Jeans Transferred to Shirt?
The product you want is Color Out and it is sold in the area with fabric dyes. Works great.
Need 40th Birthday Party Centerpiece Ideas?
You could make a ball diamond from green plastic tablecloths. Add all the markings and fill paper bags with popcorn, with some peanuts in the shells scattered around for decoration. Guests could munch on these while visiting. A few party horns would also look...
How Do I Remove Stains from Dried Laundry?
Rit dye company makes a product called Color Out which works great. Good luck.
One-Seam Bath Towel Turban Craft
What a wonderful idea for gifts. Really, really great. Thanks for sharing.
Using Bubble Bath as Soap?
After having been in the field of nursing for over 15 years I have become irritated with people constantly believing the advertising world. First of all, all soap is antibacterial or surgeons would not use it to scrub up with. However the so called antibacterial...
My Lavender is Not Leafing Out?
This is the first year I cut mine back and it has been all brown and icky, just this week it has started to look better. I dont think I will cut it back again. zone 5a
Will Vinegar Neutralize Urine Odor in Laundry?
What about Dreft baby detergent, I used that for my sons diapers.
Trouble Getting Motivated to Clean Room?
Maybe rearranging the furniture would motivate you or replacing some things, even painting the walls. There are some wonderful organizing magazines online they have great ideas that can motivate a person to get things cleaned up and keep them that way. If you...
Birthday Party Invitation Wording?
When my father died we had a celebration service for the family. Friends and relatives talked about the influence and mentoring hed done, told cute stories etc. I often thought it would have been nicer to have done a celebration for his life while he was with...
Refurbishing a Fiberglass Tub?
This website offers cheaper and less extensive solutions to cleaning the fiberglass surfaces: http://www.ehow.com/how_4828934_stains-fiberglass-bathtubs-shower-stalls.html
Organization Ideas For Small Bedroom?
Use light colored paint on the walls, limiting a darker color for the wall the bed is on. Use a large mirror to reflect the light from the doors around the room. I would stay away from any tall furnishings, this will make the room look more cluttered. Use floating...
Recipe for Healthy Hair?
A vinegar rinse will make it shine and feel silky, it does not smell of vinegar--equal parts water and vinegar. I also use a pea size of wash out conditioner AFTER my hair is rinsed, leave it on and dry; your hair will not be frizzy. Good luck:)
Color Advice for Kitchen Countertops?
You will want something that contrasts with the cabinets, go a few shades lighter or darker.
Removing Candle Wax from Cement Floor?
Try using an ice cube, once the wax is cold you should be able to easily scrape it off.
Uses for Candle Jars
An even easier way to remove the leftover wax or candle is to place the candle and jar in the freezer for an hour or so. Remove the jar from the freezer and break up the wax with a knife, the wax or candle will come out easily.
Frugal Bridal Shower Ideas?
Have everyone bring their favorite dessert and a handwritten recipe for the bride. I did a shower for a relative several years ago, we divided the group into twos or threes, gave each duo a roll of toilet paper and a roll of scotch tape. They were to design...
Ideas for a Unique Feminine Style Bed?
You could make a crown for the bed or make a fabric headboard. You can use some silky and sheer fabric for a dust ruffle and some pillows. I found an old carved foot board from a bed at a garage sale, painted it white and hung it above my bed, looks really...
Kitchen Counters to Go With Beige Stone Floor and Medium Wood Cabinets?
I would stick with a neutral color such as black or a mottled black, gray or brown. Good luck:)
Buying Shrubs at Bulk Prices?
http://davesgarden.com/guides/pf/go/69535/ states: On Jul 9, 2008, dp72 from Woodway, TX (Zone 8a) wrote: Entomosporium leaf spot is killing these by the hundreds of thousands in Texas and other states! This plant should never be offered for sale~ Because of...
Buying Inexpensive Wedding Candelabras?
Try this website: http://www.kochoriginals.com They seem reasonably priced and they offer a free listing for rental after you purchase.
How Do Infants Develop a Fever After Receiving Polio Vaccine?
The doctors office or health dept usually gives you papers letting you know this is a common reaction after any vaccine. I sometimes get one from my flu vaccine, Tylenol or Motrin will help with swelling at the site and also with any fever afterward. Fever...
Replacing the Insulation in an RV Refrigerator/Freezer?
Do you live near a RV plant? Know anyone that works there? Employees can purchase any items that they put into their RVs for a drastically reduced price. You might also advertise on Craigs list or freecycle.org. Seems like you could cut the cost of a purchase...
Washing a Down Comforter?
Wash your down comforter like any other comforter except I do mine on the gentle setting. Remember to add a package of clean tennis balls to the dryer when drying--this will beat the clumps up and give you a nice loft after your comforter is done. It works...
Painting a Dining Set?
If you plan on keeping your sofa I would paint it white or off white. There are websites that show you how to make it look antiqued. If you are going to change your sofa etc. to a darker color I would use black for the paint, its awesome. Good luck:)
Advice for Potty Training a Toddler?
I would put diapers on your son, duck tape them if you need to so that you control where he takes them off to go. You need to control the situation. I would not bribe him with food or toys but with wearing big boys pants. He needs to be rewarded with something...
Bathroom Paint Color Advice to Tone Down Pink Countertop?
I agree with EGGZ, a lighter version of that color will take the harsh effect of the salmon color away. Also she could find some colorful prints to hang on the walls with other colors to distract from the salmon. Once she does this she may even like the salmon...
How Do I Keep Mosquitoes from Biting?
Place a dryer sheet in your belt loop. Its supposed to stop mosquitoes from bothering you.
Bleach Stains on Upholstered Couch?
I learned something very useful a while back. I am an artist and there are permanent artist pens, markers, that come in hundreds of colors. Go to your local art supply store and take a cloth sample with you; match the colors and go to it!
What Could Cause a Phone to Ring Once Every Night?
Change the channel if its cordless, if this does not help change phones. Years ago I had the same problem, the phone company told me that they needed to readjust something on their lines and it never happened again. I think it was connected to my answering...
Keeping a Trailer Cool in Summer?
There is a roofing cover you can get that keeps the trailer cooler in the heat. You may need to call a roofing company.
Painting Kitchen with Light Blue Countertops?
I would suggest papering the walls, I always paper and I have never regretted it; removal of paper is easy. I suggest finding a paper that has the light blue in as an accent along with maybe a chocolate color. Good luck:)
Installing Wallpaper Without Adhesive?
If the wall paper is pre-pasted you do not need to add paste. If you are hanging it on wall board that is not primed it should be primed first or you will not get it off later. To hang paper on paneling you should use a liner paper under it. Good luck.
Exercise Ball As Desk Chair
My son is special needs and I found that it works great for strengthening his back muscles and it also keeps him more focused at tasks. It has been used for desk chairs in some class rooms just for keeping kids on task. Great tip.
Remedy for Hysterectomy Induced Sweats and Weight Gain?
Have your thyroid function tested this can be the cause of your problems.
Paint Color Advice to Coordinate with Turquoise Carpet?
I would go with a taupe and maybe one wall deep chocolate. Throw pillows with turquoise as an accent but with brown and other colors being the main color would look good too. Good luck.
Birthday Gift Ideas for Artistic Boyfriend?
I would get his favorite snack, popcorn, Hersheys kisses, M&Ms--fill a clear jar and put a gift card inside to Michaels or Hobby Lobby, yes real artists do shop there. I am an artist and I never like to receive art materials from well meaning friends, they...
Humorous Ideas for a High School Survival Kit Gift?
Go to Goodwill find an old mp3 player and ear buds, for boring classes. Sun glasses, for napping in study hall. Add a disappearing ink pen (found in the Fabrics dept) for writing statements you may soon regret. Put them in a box designed to look like the Dummies...
Inexpensive 80th Birthday Party Ideas?
Get a folding foam core screen and cover with decorative paper, wrapping or wall paper. Find about 20-25 photos of the birthday person with family over the years, baby to adult if possible. Enlarge and crop them for 4x 6 photos and mount with captions. Print...
Plants Look Bad After Transplanting?
I divide my hostas, day lilies, geraniums, and daisies every spring. It seems like if you water really well they tend to recover by the drought season otherwise they tend to droop and turn yellow, but then by the next season they come up well.
Fruit Slice Placemats
Cute idea! I need some washable place mats for my family, I think I will cut out the shapes with fabric and use the lamination sheets for iron-on washable place mats. Great idea, thanks!
Free Home Renovation?
See if there is a Council for Aging in your area, they will do repairs sometimes for elderly homeowners. Also your local church might want to take on the project to help out the neighborhood. Good luck.
Free Home Renovation?
Another thought I had is the reverse mortgage programs banks give to the elderly. You can receive money each month like you paid out for your mortgage, only you receive it. If you die before the balance is paid out then your family will receive it upon the...
Wedding Reception Decoration Ideas?
If perfect pair is the theme I would use prints of other perfect pairs such as dance partners like fred astair and ginger rogers. You could tape cut outs of shoe prints leading to each perfect pair photos, you could follow this around the room and finish it...
Growing Morning Glories?
According to Daves Garden no. http://davesgarden.com/guides/pf/go/107577/ sorry.
Wedge Sandals Squeak?
Are they wood? I know that you can sprinkle talc between wood planks on floors to prevent squeaking. Good luck.
Starting a Research Business?
Charge per hour or per task. Your field is too broad to charge a flat fee. A perfect recipe is easily done, five minutes or $10, but a dead beat dad or finding a replacement for a damaged antique could take months and hundreds of hours or $500. Good luck. :)
Updating My Kitchen Cabinets?
Youve gotten great ideas all ready. I would add that it is popular to use open shelving, leaving off the doors or even adding glass panels instead of the oak panels would give them a more undated look. Also painting an island a different color is popular or...
Toilet Backs Up Into Shower?
Call your city water and sewage to see if you have sewage insurance, they will tell you who to call that will not void your insurance. Good luck. Its about $100 to fix.
4 Year Old Won't Behave?
If you have tried to take away any incentives for behavior as a punishment and you have been diligent with discipline he should be better controlled. If not check with your Dr. for a referral to a psychologist for testing. Is the school having similar problems...
How Do I Remove Urine Smell From My Bathroom?
Walmart sells a product in the baby section, I dont remember the name, but it is called Toddler_____ and has a pink label with stick figures on it, they also sell this in the pet section Pet_________. It works great on mattresses, carpets, etc.
Recycled Jeans Crafts?
You can cut them off at the crotch and sew across the bottom and top, leave an opening for stuffing and use as a pillow for a teens bed. You can take some fun appliques and paints etc and jazz it up too! Kids love to do this, just make sure you have a denim...
Home Remedies for Psoriasis?
My son has this on his scalp. We keep his hair buzzed and I spray Listerine on the affected areas, it keeps the scales off and lightens it up quite a lot. I do this every week or so. It seems to keep it under control. My hair stylist told me about it.
Hand Wash Dry Clean Only Clothing
You do not want to do this with any pleated clothing, the pleats will not stay fresh looking, they will look frumpy. Anything else should work.
Transplanting a Butterfly Weed Plant?
If you are talking about butterfly weed and not butterfly bushes then this plant produces a very deep taproot making transplanting difficult once established. Try some cuttings that should do it. Good luck:)
Making a Robe From Towels?
I believe my Grandma made some of these. She took two bath towels and folded the first length-wise, cut a slit for the head in the middle and faced it. She then took the second one and cut it in half width-wise to sew onto the middle of the top towel for the...
Freezer Meals - Tips and Recipes?
Most foods can be frozen, even whole ears of corn! If you intend to cook the veggies, they can be frozen. Most veggies will become limp so they do not do well for like pizza toppings etc.
Caring for Day Lilies?
You may need to plant them with some shade since the hardiness zone ends at 9. Plenty of water also would be good. Good luck.
Bobbin Isn't Picking Up Top Thread?
The timing gear is out of whack, take it to a repair shop, there is no quick fix I can think of. Good luck.
Late Night Light Dinner Ideas?
Fill a sealable relish tray with chopped lettuce, shredded cheese, chopped tomatoes etc. Then fry up an omelet, a pita pizza, a salad or even a taco--use grilled chicken strips like for salad or make ahead taco meat and freeze in small muffin tins then place...
Homemade Cleaner for Dishwasher?
My mother had the same problem with a new dishwasher in her apt. I asked the maintenance man to turn up the water heater for her. This took care of the problem, theyd turned it down after they changed out her water heater. Good luck.
Kitchen Sink Color Advice?
Stainless steel would add some neutral color without being out of place or pricey, but black would keep it classy while camouflaging it from the island top. Good luck.
Color Ideas for a July 4th Wedding?
Look for the colors of flowers that will be in bloom at that time and use those for some of the colors. This will also save some money especially if you can use flowers from friends gardens or your own. Good luck:)
Can Scraping Ice on a Windshield Do Damage?
After I picked myself up off the floor and stopped laughing I decided to reply: If scraping ice did damage I would be wealthy from replacing windshields! No if you use a regular ice scraper it will not damage your car.
Smoke Alarms Have Gone Off Intermittently For Seven Years?
Smoke alarms that are ionic in nature should not be used in humid areas. I live in northern Indiana and had turn off my breaker that is attached to my alarms because of this. It happened mostly in the summer when the humidity is high, or in the winter when...
Differentiating Between Hardwood and Wood Laminate Flooring?
Wood floors have imperfections, such as knotholes, divots etc. some laminate can look like wood, but it is normally very very high end. Also, no two pieces of wood are alike, laminate is. Look for repeat patterns. wood has a thudding sound because the sound...
Using Painter's Wax to Refinish Furniture?
from: http://www.hofcraft.com/paintingaccessories-wax.htm Clear combination of natural waxes to enhance, enrich, restore and protect. Wont fade or yellow as it protects your painted surface. Smoothes and toughens the varnish. Keeps painted pieces from sticking...
Painting a Linoleum Floor?
How large is your kitchen? I see Big Lots has $15 pieces that my friends put in their rental bathroom and front porch. You could also go to your local furniture store if they sell flooring, sometimes they had remnants or rolls they got on discount that they...
Don't Leave Clothes Outside Overnight
Makes sense since the air is heavier at night the pollutants, smells etc. probably do settle on the clothes.
Organizing a Living Room?
Try simplifying. Do you use your china? If not decide to use it everyday and place them in your kitchen or give away to a deserving relative. That frees up some floor space. I would take everything else out of the room except what you can justify keeping. I...
Looking for a High SPF Sunblock With Insect Repellent?
http://skinhealth.com.au/info/insect-repellent-sunscreen this is Australian made or there is Bull Frog Mosquito Coast, Sunblock with Insect Repellent, SPF 30, SmartShield SPF30 Sunscreen PLUS Bug Repellent, Rocky Mountain Faces Sunscreen - SPF 50 High Exposure...
Reviews of Netbooks?
Ive noticed ebay has the small laptops for $35 plus $35 shipping--you have to search on ebay for specifically $35 mini laptops or you wont find them easily. Good luck.
Paint Color and Flooring for Bath With Vintage Green and Black Wall Tile?
Black and white is in this year, or black and green. I would look for shower curtains in a toile pattern with those colors and use the white or green in the fabric to paint the walls. Or you could paper using those colors. Good luck. (In case youre wondering...
Paint Color Advice to Coordinate With Dark Salmon Accent Wall Color?
Go to a wallpaper store or fabric store and look for combinations with dark salmon, you might even be able to incorporate that color into your room with fabric or paper instead of a whole wall. Good luck.
Paint Color Advice for a Bathroom With Beige Fixtures?
Ocean blue colors are in right now for rooms using a sand color for accents. A beach theme would work great! You could get a grass rug and beach pails for decor, you could even do a few blue colors in waves around the room. Good luck.
Spray Paint Plastic Mats
I love all the options we have now that you can get paint for plastics. :) Cool idea.
Recycled Garden Totem
LinnieB: The head planter is a lola planter she was popular a few years back but terribly expensive online. I found her last year at Meijers for a much more reasonable price, but you could probably make her too fairly easily. I had so much fun making her, just...
