Recipes Using Frozen Roma Tomatoes?
Hi, I always pick my romas, wash them, toss into a zip bag in the freezer till I have a day to do all my tomatoes on. Then I thaw them in the bags, run them through the blender, dump in to the cooking pots on the stove, and then I can start making my different...
Check Online Banking Balance Frequently
Debit card protection is not protected the same as a credit card. 2 different actions from the bank. I dont use a debit card, my online banking is my own passwords from home. When paying online, I pop money into Paypal so I know the source of my purchases, have...
Keeping Dogs from Peeing in Flower Beds?
Hi, I am a dog owner who walks her dog and find Allie, as all dogs do, MARK their territory by doing this pee thing. So we walk on the street and when we get back to our yard, she stops to sniff, then pees to re-establish her yard. Other than this, she pees...
Keeping Dogs from Peeing in Flower Beds?
I neglected to say, when we walk in the street, my dog has no desire to pee anywhere. She does not try to get up on the yards, do sniffing, etc. When we walk, she is on her leash and right by my side. Wont even chase squirrels running in front. If we walked...
Shelf Life of Baking Chocolate?
One of the best ways to find out if your product is still good--does it retain the same color as fresh? Does it taste the same? Does it coat your mouth with a waxy feeling? As chocolate ages, it gets lighter in color. Some looses flavor as well. I keep mine...
Frugal Anti-Fugal Humidifier Solution?
You can add bleach drops to each fill. DO NOT SPILL ON FLOOR or allow dripping. My carpet is proof accidents happen. Right where the humidifier sat is a bleached spot-- Also, I use white vinegar in the ones near the bedrooms. Vinegar has a similar disinfecting...
Advice for Exercising and Dieting?
Todays DOCTORS show on NBC had this on. Pop your children into the stroller, walk fast with them to a jog or what is safe for you. Use the laundry basket of clothes to do weight lifting and stretches from the floor and side to side and above your head. Use...
Mop Recommendations for Polished Board Floors?
I dont like my laminated floor that we put down in an area of worn out carpet. Needs dusting daily (kids and dog) and so I find old wash cloths made into hand mitts work well on both hands and feet. Skate to buff. DONT make too slippery, you may be the first...
Foods That Increase Metabolism?
RE: Foods That Increase Metabolism Learn to read nutrition labels on the foods boughten. Then learn to tell portions when cooking from scratch. Many things we buy as a single serving just for US, can be 2-3 servings in that SINGLE unit. Make sure you know how...
Making Eggs in a Cup?
One thing is using the microwave you have to be careful as the egg will explode. Bring your water to boil in a micro safe container, if you are not doing this on the stove. Sometimes just the boiling water will be enough and let steam in the water the necessary...
Stretchy, Crinkly Fabric?
I like this fabric, I always call it crinkly gauze. At JoAnn Fabrics it said Classic Specialty Cotton-Plisse. I got some clearanced too and made beautiful curtains in the granddaughters bedroom. PRINCESS PINK is what they call it. Paid $1 per yard, needed 10...
Tax Deductions for Homeschooling?
Contact your state as well as the federal tax sites. Yes, there are so many things that can be used for public, private and home schooled children.
Oatmeal Rolls
Im going to give them the blue ribbon test--I take many at the fair with different recipes, this looks workable. Do you use rapid rise yeast? Dry yeast? Blocks of yeast? I use rapid rise in bulk. Have you tried to spin the oats in the blender a few seconds...
Hershey's Cocoa Expiration Date?
If you are referring to baking Hersheys cocoa, there should not be any problem with days IF you keep it dry and in a cupboard. Sunlight and heat will change the looks of the product, dont know if it will change the flavor.
"Stink Stack" Keeps Freezing Over?
The fastest thing to do (make sure you get someone to help or do this if you cannot climb ladders, roofs). Get a heat tape. One house we lived in/owned had one up year round. It makes so sense if you get it up there right to remove it. You need it when you...
Substitute for Olive Oil?
A few things, you must refrigerate the olive oil or the flavor changes. There are so many flavors and kinds of OO to choose from. I started using a margarine/butter spread that is part OO and canola. Does that taste like butter! As you gradually try new things...
Wax on a North Face Jacket?
The best I could help you with is suggesting to use the hair dryer on it first. Hold it and scrape with a non-sharp knife or finger nail. My daughter in law brought me the babys fleece blanket I had just made the baby and a candle had tipped over, splashing...
Chihuahua Yelping and Stiffening Its Neck?
Yes, this sounds like a seizure. If you do not know the history of the dog, it may have been in the genetic make up from the parents. Puppy Mills are well known for passing on defective dogs, where we fall in love with our pets and then something comes up for...
Changing the Color of a Fabric Chair?
There are such things as COLD dyes that can be gotten at fabric shops. I know the Joann Fabric chain has them. Also, suggestions of using RIT is great. You USE the LIQUID form, not powdered. You can use a qtip to test an underside piece of fabric. The RIT website...
Use Cream of Chicken Soup to Thicken Broth
HI, considering my age and when my sisters and I began to cook, Id say at least the last 40 years we used canned creamed soups as a cheat base for a lot of things. Because of the calories, salt and cost, I have learned to adjust, so dont use the whole can. Also...
Snacks for Kids While Shopping?
Try to keep things non messy, for your sake and the stores. I find cheerios to be the universal anywhere snack for my own children as well as the grandchildren now. Church, store, movies, etc. At the grocery store I shop, a child of any age gets a cookie from...
Microwaving Plastic Honey Container?
If you have the plastic that is hard/brittle, misshapen, you have the kind of plastic advised NOT to do this with. If the plastic stays soft and pliable, it is safer. Again, to keep using the microwave, just jar it. Infact, find a bee keeper and get it FRESH...
Microwaving Plastic Honey Container?
One more info about plastic. There was the recall on certain plastics containing the chemicals that are harmful. As with anything, there are different kinds of plastic. Even baby bottle of certain kinds were found to contain the harmful chemicals.
Getting Rid of Static in Sheets?
I am willing to bet you see some other form of static going on in your life too. Humidity needs to be bumped up. Something to do with amount of moisture in the air, clothing, hair, etc Electrons, etc doing their thing. I can tell when shopping in stores, my...
What Breed is My Dog?
Large paws--could be some lab in the dog. Seems like alot dogs who have run tend to have some lab in them! This is Humane Society experience in deciding what kinds of dogs we have.
Dirt Stains on Coat?
I have alot of luck with generic brand of head and shoulders. I also use this on collars--greasy head to greasy collars to anything else greasy! This followed by a washer using OxyClean is good too.
Dachshund with Skin Problems?
Allergy? Yeast/other fungus? Wash the ears with a plain white vinegar. How often do you bathe the dog. I have used for the last 7 years of our German Shorthair AMWAY LOC. Can be bought world wide. No smell, no allergic reaction. SHE loves to be showered AND...
Parenting a Disabled Child?
PACER is a program that is used for challenged people in many aspects. Also your grandson must have had an ISP or IEP done somewhere along the line. Take this to a local tech college and there are stream lined areas for specialists in staff to deal with specialists...
Cut Roses Not Opening?
Contact the florist if they came from there. If they were in a vase, it is their problem. If you got them wrapped, it is yours. Always let them warm if out in the cold. Then follow instructions on the packet of floral life or what ever is packed in with the...
Deducting Your Cellphone Bill on Your Taxes?
Getting my sons parttime business stuff ready for the CPA. Take the totals for the whole amounts, you take the time to sort them out and list totals. The total bill (if you have no overage) will be divided out by percent used as a business expense. So you will...
Plant Veggies In Your Flower Bed
I am careful to group my vegies together so the treatment I give them or the flowers do not cross over. The ones getting the same treatments can be near each other. I find my cherry/grape tomatoes and peppers work very well with the lilies or other plants needing...
Inexpensive Wedding Reception Locations in Northern NJ?
WOW, I guess you need to come to MN! Are you talking reception? We did my sons 2001 and it was less than $10 per person. With a full sit down catered dinner--bride the last week switched from cold sandwiches, salads to roast beef, potatoes, gravy the whole...
Keeping a House With Pets Clean?
I have a german shorthair as an indoor dog. She loves to be vacuumed daily, loves her showers. She knows she is only allowed on furniture I place a cover on. So I use colorful bed sheets that can drape the rocker she chooses dibs on, as well as a 2nd couch...
Buying a Secondhand Laptop?
I for one have purchased many items on EBAY including laptops and desktops. You must know as much as going into Best Buy, etc for what you want. Ebay purchasing--check the feedback, if you dont know anything about EBAY, find an ebay store or someone in your...
Men's Swimwear with Suspenders?
I am a distance lap swimmer and see a variety of kinds of suits for all ages. Wearing plain elastic waist shorts (not undies) with a tank top shirt, full tshirt, depending on if you are indoors or outside. I myself wear a full tshirt in the summer outdoors...
Winter Tires for Chevy Cobalt?
Snow tires get switched out to regular driving tires for the rest of the year. Some states allow studded tires, most dont anymore. Go to a garage which fixes cars and ask. You dont have to buy. DO NOT GO TO A TIRE ONLY STORE, as they will sell you car parts...
Planning a Birthday on a Tight Budget?
My mom for my 18th birthday gave me a dinner party for my best friends and me. It was fantastic. My older sister (by 1 year) and I always had joint parties for our birthdays. They were 2 days apart. So we shared alot of the same friends and all through growing...
Removing Odor from a Coffee Pot?
GOod old stand by for cleaning coffee pots, including the aluminim ones of yesteryear---KOOLAID. Bring to boil your favorite non staining color (lemonade, orange, limeade) and it cleans right up. Or the vinegar is the next one. Koolaid cleans up car parts too...
Gasoline Spilled on Gravel Driveway?
First, which may be too late, dump kitty litter on it. next. Scoop up with shovel, dispose of properly. FInd out from the city locals or garbage collectors how to do this Pick up a cheap gallon of laundry detergent at the dollar store. Using a broom, scrubit...
Recipes for a Mini Crockpot?
These should not be used for anything needing a controlled temperature. Keeping a vegie warm, cheese, etc but not meats, other products that bacteria or salmonella would have access to. The temp of these little ones do not get hot enough to use for basic food...
Filling Out a W-4?
A single person should not claim a deduction in order to over pay the tax taken from your check. You will get back. It is easier this way instead of trying to come up with unexpected tax to pay by April 15. Always under deduct by one person. This has been since...
Unclogging a Drain with Baking Soda?
VINEGAR and soda create and explosive cleaning product that is safe. Dump the soda in the drain first, followed by the vinegar.
Insects in House Plant Soil?
You can also give your plant out of the pot a bleach rinse, 1 TB to 1 gal of water. THEN get new soil. AND bleach your pots to kill any residue. Anytime you bring in plants in the fall from outside, seal them in a large plastic bag, spray some house/plant spray...
Cleaning a Sharp Carousel Convection Oven?
EASY--Fill a large microwaveable bowl, put 1-2 TB vinegar and fill with water. Microwave for 4-5 minutes. Let sit there till cool. If it does not come off with a swipe of a dishrag, do it again. For regular clean up, I use the Lysol Basin, Tub, Tile spray can...
Stacking a Four Tier Wedding Cake?
I agree on not using the spaghetti. The moisture from the cake will soften those quicker than you would want. You can get kabob skewers to use--both wood or metal, and I have used chopsticks too.
Dead Rat in a Car's AC System?
GET yourself a mechanic friend or body shop friend. You just need to find the skrews to remove the dash cover and the rest is good. We had a mouse take the kleenex box in with it too before dying. So turning the AC on blew out the pieces of tissue. Find a local...
Stopping Scam Phone Calls?
Do not do *69, you are giving the phone company money. I do not have caller ID, I answer the phone, if there is a space of silence before a noise/voice comes on, you know you are on auto dial for something. Just hang up. Dont say anything. https://www.donotcall...
Selling Sports Trophies?
I dont know about who buys them but girls and boys clubs, etc world wide will taken them FREE and then reuse them, get the names, off, etc This is always a high need. Check with your local community education through school.
Homemade Nedi Pot Mixture?
I dont even use a neti pot, I just use a cup from the cupboard, pour into my hand, much easier. Done this for several years. Can mix up 1/4 cup at time. It should not sit around, should be fresh each time you do it. Have taught my nieces, nephews, granchildren...
What Breed is My Dog?
Samoyed mix or wolf blend is my suggestion too. Husky has the pure blue eyes, cant tell by photo. The body shape is not the same either. Husky more muscular if pure bred.
Waste Nothing: Creative Recycled Crafting
We have had active recycling since 1991 in our county (Swift/MN). It it picked up weekly at our doors (town/rural). We dont have to sort it out, just one bin. Our compostible and and NON compost garbage has proper procedure as well. Non-compost must be tied...
Waste Nothing: Creative Recycled Crafting
Forgot one of the neatest things seen and have done. Taking old VHS or audio cassettes. Take screws out, unwind the tape. If you crochet, get to it. People also use plastic shopping bags and cut them into strips and crochet summer beach purses. They sell awesomely...
Crafts Using Old Wedding Dress?
Carefully open the dress at the seams and try to salvage as much yardage as you can. Dont cut anything else till you write down some of the ideas given, deciding how much of the dress could be made into what. You cant undo once you cut.
Turning Bar Soap Into Powder?
Does this suds up in the washer? Sudsing does not mean clean clothes. You can wash most clothes in just plain water, soda, etc. without any soap. Art projects using the soap powder--a box shredder works. Some soaps have a soft base. When I buy new bath soap...
Houseplants Dried Up After Getting Too Cold?
Peace (Lily) plants do not take stress well. Any changes can set them back. Call your local green house for some tips or look on your states extension webpage for an answer. Dont give it any food, just water it--a couple times a week. Too much water and it...
Making Rice Pudding with 1% Milk?
There is a new milk product on the market, Land O Lakes has it. It is a creamier version of the 1% and 2%. I dont care for the creamy texture but in cooking it might be great. It is almost 2x the price of regular milk. I use 1% for everything. Just use a longer...
Weaning a Child Off a Pacifier?
At that age, they understand alot more than you give credit. Besides the obvious of wearing braces down the road, just say you are 2 1/2, some things are for babies, this is one. You are a big girl/boy and we want to be able to do big B/G things. We cant with...
Weaning a Child Off a Pacifier?
At that age, they understand alot more than you give credit. Besides the obvious of wearing braces down the road, just say you are 2 1/2, some things are for babies, this is one. You are a big girl/boy and we want to be able to do big B/G things. We cant with...
Cats Attitudes Have Changed?
I have a friend with about 4 cats. Her husband does not like cats. He went on a business trip and the whole time he was gone, her cats would bite, nip and scratch her. When he came back home, they quit doing it. He just leaves the cats alone all the time. She...
Terra Cotta Floor with Dark Green Countertop?
As long as the colors make you happy when you are the one to see them all the time. Pleasant is another feeling I go by when choosing colors. Nothing with conflict.
Feeding Cat People Foods?
Run the list by your vet--my dog will eat anything anyone else has at the time. She stole a vegetarian garlic pizza off the counter one day, left the all meat tomato pizza. Allie also would ravage the garden if her leash reached that far. She loves all the...
Homemade Products for People With Allergies?
Besides the Shaklee products I have had success with Amway products too (deordorants). My severe allergies make laundry to personal hygiene difficult. My sons all loved the Amway roll on deor. and they had no allergies. I would buy by the case. My grandchildren...
Cooking Oil on Leather Boot?
Take the boots to a shoe shop, leather shop, etc. and have them rubbed in with saddle soap and then a sealing oil. This will help eliminate spots and make them uniform.
Flower Arrangement in a Sundae Glass?
You could make the candy ones, have seen them done at the floral shop, etc for all occ. Suckers, mini candy bar,s packs, etc. Get a foam floral frog in the any shape from Walmart, etc.
Hand Lotion for Hair Static
Rather than using lotion, fill a small tube/bottle with a thinned out with water amount of clarifying condition. Then you know it will come out of her hair easily. I know it USED to be the think back about 30-50 years ago to spuff up babies hair with lotion...
Puppy Wants to Sleep in Our Bed?
Belzin has the answer right there. Our little pup, now 8 years later would go into her travel carrier at night, or even when no one was able to hold her in the house. MY RULE. Allie would cry. The boys put on Country music for her. She would cry. I put the...
Vinegar to Control Dust and Mold Allergens
Not only the vinegar for that, did they teach you to clean the equipment for nebs and allergy things with the vinegar? I also do occ floor washes on the basement cement floor with vinegar. You can put vinegar into the wash water of your carpet cleaner to help...
Vinegar to Control Dust and Mold Allergens
Not only the vinegar for that, did they teach you to clean the equipment for nebs and allergy things with the vinegar? I also do occ floor washes on the basement cement floor with vinegar. You can put vinegar into the wash water of your carpet cleaner to help...
Thawing Shrimp?
Within 15 minutes of taking out of the freezer, they should be well on their way of thawing. I buy only GREEN shrimp (raw) and by the time I rinse them quickly, set a kettle of water to bring to a boil, toss them into it and boil for 30 seconds, the process...
Recycled Lid Bugs and Bug Houses
My granddaughter and I are saving the lids from the milk jugs to decide what craft we can do for the fair. We already decided she could paint or use marker and we would have a checker board game. This is a cute idea for sending to her class!
My Frugal Life: Freezing Meat
ONE THING ABOUT ASKING THE BUTCHER TO DO THIS: They already have done this and sell the portion as a chop rather than the roast. That is about $.10 per pound difference. My son is a manager of a medium sized grocery, also does meat cutting. He does not mind...
Selling Digital Photos?
I have used Broderbunds Print shop since version 3. (New one is version is #23. So you know how long I have been doing this on many computers in the last 20 years!) There is nothing I cant or have not done with this program. You can find special price codes...
Chocolate Cake Recipe Using Cocoa?
NO all purpose flour does NOT have anything in it. It is not the same as self rising NOR bread flour, which has more gluten in it and sometimes made from certain wheat grains. There is hard wheat, light wheat, etc Pastas have a different wheat grain used than...
Recipe Ideas for Potato Crisps?
Anything with a crunch I crush and jar it to top any hot dish, do some magic flavor in meatballs, etc. Left over in the box cereal crumbs--crispix to shredded wheat/corn flakes, raisin bran, etc are fantastic. Crumbles from chips, pretzels, fit the bill too...
Selling Digital Photos?
I need to add some things. If the photo contains children/faces, there is something of a law, etc to keep their faces from being transposed to (heaven forbid) any porn. Also, if you use people in the photos, do not use face shots or anything that can be reconized...
Say "No" to Pizza Delivery
papa murphys also has $5 specials once a week, not sure if Tuesday in all areas.
Say "No" to Pizza Delivery
I have always made our own crust, can do by hand or with bread machine on dough...make 1 to 3 16 inch crusts...Anyway, now with food allergies it is a must. #1 for me is ADDED SALT, meaning if it is commercial in any fashion, it is NO. Yellow dye in cheese...
Cleaning an Old Metal Meat Grinder?
It may have a little rust on, use an old tooth brush to clean in the little places. Dont let it soak in water long. Rub a little cooking oil, shortening on them, then wipe it off. Seasoning the metal. Old kettles, appliances, tools always did best when cared...
My Husband Doesn't Like Vegetables?
I did daycare for many years as well as having vegie haters in my family. RULES state, no picking apart the food served. If they did not like it on their plate, they did not get larger food serving to pick apart the hot dish I would use. Be surprised of how...
Manual for Regal Kitchen Pro Bread Maker #K6743?
You can google for many bread recipes if you know your size limit of your machine. Mine is a 2 lb loaf. Lots of recipes I have broken down to use in 1 lb 1 1/2 lb and 2 lb.
Clean Dishwasher With Oxy Clean
A regular maintenence use of white vinegar will do the same thing. You can put that in your regular load of dishes.
Health Insurance for College Student?
Check with local insurance companies, get bids, sometimes the town where the college is might be the place to start.
Applesauce Vs. Apple Butter?
Butters are not much different than making a jam of the fruit. It all depends on how much of the fiber you want to include. You can use a thickening agent such as a pectin product or spend some time cooking it down to very think substance. I dont add spices...
Older Dog is Having Health Problems?
I believe it is time to say your good byes to your friend. I often think of when that day will come for our family pet and it is difficult to do. I have been here for friends who have been in the same situation. It is difficult. But it would be more difficult...
Flat Top Stove Cleaner Recommendations
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My favorite all time cleaner for everything is BASIN TUB & TILE CLEANER by LYSOL. High chairs, table, stove, sink, baby stroller, etc. Spray it on, let it bubble and wipe it off. I did daycare for many years and this was the only thing I used.
BBQ Stain on White Cotton Shirt?
You should have water washed it at the very least when it happened. Got the recipe for you this should help you clean it. http://recipes.calputer.com/heinz-57-steak-sauce-recipe.html ____________________________ In the late 1800s Henry John Heinz established...
Using a Dish to Get Internet in Rural Areas?
HI, I am western MN and live in a smaller town, where you can get cable internet, dialup, phone company high speed and I went with a company from a nearby town who has been trying to get rural internet up and going. They have a signal radio just 5 blocks down...
Can Your Water Make You Itch?
Your rusty well water. That is the clue. Have it tested. You could have organisms swimming in it as well. Water can make you itch ( it does me) by the sensitivity and health condition does it for me. My family is fine. And our water is pure. Test your water...
Inexpensive Church Mother's Day Project Ideas?
I taught preschool SS 16 years, my class was 4 yr olds. We always got seeds donated to us and we planted flowers early enough to have them coming up by mothers day. The kids got to care for them on Sunday, we left them at church and someone checked during the...
Check and Replace Washing Machine Hoses
Many insurance companies send out reminders on maintenance of household items. BUT dont replace the hose with rubber again, get the flex hose suggested for water lines and washers. Thing is, the cost is very minimal and compare the damage cost if you DONT, just...
Do Without Garbage Pick Up
We are mandated by COUNTY ordinance to separate our trash to compost able, landfill and recyclable. Lists are provided, your trash will not be picked up unless rules are followed. You are billed on your utility bill. If they come to get trash that is NOT SORTED...
What Breed is My Dog?
Take it to your local vet to ask the question. Many people think by inter-breeding the Pits, etc with other acceptable family dogs that will get them by. Genetic traits are strong and cant be helped by the animal when it is stupid humans who do this. Not that...
Take Vitamins Right Before Bed
It is critical to know what your vitamins are, where they come from (Brand/Country) and what you can take with them. Many scripted drugs should not be taken at the same time and then again certain ones at certain times of the day. Make your list, take it to...
Softer Homemade Bread?
I have a few suggestions, tried and true--I get blue ribbons on my breads every year at the county fair. I could not make decent bread until my grandmother passed, something she left to me which is priceless is the abilty to bake bread her way. I use FRESH...
Do Speed Bumps and Steel Plates Damage Cars?
Set a glass of water on your dash, go over the bump at the speed it will not knock this over. Yes, there are conditions which can knock something loose in your car. And occupants inside the car can suffer injury as well. Till you suffer back injuries that can...
Dealing with Adult Children at Home?
If you have a son in law and his girlfriend and their baby, where is it you are required to take care of them? This relationship is NOT related, give them the want ads and a deadline. If this fails, set up a meeting with rules of the house going to be enforced...
Floor Covering Ideas for a Barn Wedding Reception?
WEll, speaking as someone with severe allergies, sawdust is not a good choice. Even for those who do woodworking, they are advised NOT to freely have the sawdust around, to have it vacuumed into a bag and NOT BREATH any of it. CHEMICALS are in the wood, also...
Toilet Clogged With Disposable Towels?
Well, get yourself a snake from the local hardware store or farm store. You will use this enough to pay for it many times before hiring a plumber. If this is a severe problem, get the plumber. Sometimes you might find a handy neighbor or someone from church...
Gift Ideas for Children's Choir Members?
Gift certificates for local eating places. The bakery, pizza shop, etc are great. I buy these all the time and use as gifts for all ages. Older teens--a free car wash!
Get Zippers Repaired at the Cleaners
To date I have taken in about 10 coats, all only needing the change out of the zipper pull. The childrens jackets were only $4! Joyce N, MN
Rehearsal Dinner Invitations?
It depends on whether you are BBQing, doing a special meal where head count is a must. Informal you can tell everyone it will be after practice and then remind them again at practice. More controlled numbers, give them a call. If you are being limited to who...
How Do You Keep Hair Out of The Shower Drain?
Go to the local Walmart or even the dollar store. They have these little strainers that are mess and can be used--this is what I have used for years. Pick it up, wipe it clean, replace when needed. $1.
Tomato Blossom End Rot?
Blossom end rot can happen also when there is not enough air moving around the plant. I pinch off anything 10 inches from the ground and down. Also, you need to pick up a bag/box of epsom salts. Cheapest in the drug store section of Walmart, etc. Maby $2 for...
Faded Leather Couch?
Hi, buy the solid shoe paste in the color you need. I do this with my leather jacket as well. Clean the leather well, dry. Do not use conditioner on leather. Rub in small circle pattern. Let dry, then using an old washcloth, dishtowel, buff the couch/coat, etc...
Sibling Bubble Birth Announcement
Thanks, rather I am the GRANDMA with the great ideas that gives me opportunity to share with the granddaughters, and do fun things ALL THE TIME! We enter things into the county fair with all the things we do, take home lots of ribbons and they get premium checks...
Choosing a Weeping Willow Tree?
http://www.ces.purdue.edu/index.shtml is the website you should go to. It is the Purdue Indiana University which is your state extension service. Click on the ag and natural resource link at the top. This will tell you about the trees that grow in your area...
Dog Hair as a Deer Repellent?
I take cds, dvds, run twine through a hole made in them (soldering gun) or through the middle, can hang them anywhere. Hang some bells on this too, so when the breeze, winds or any action will make them move and scares off alot of things I dont want in my garden...
Keeping Bananas from Turning Black?
Let them ripen to the desired sweetness, then stick them in the fridge. My husband likes a slightly green banana, as they ripen HANGING ON A BANANA hook on the counter, they get ready for the grandchildren to eat. Then the really ripe ones get peeled and put...
Building a Raised Vegetable Garden?
If you are using tires, plant flowers only. The contamination from the tires is horrific. All I have is raised beds all over my yard. I can mix vegies and flowers or leave each to themselves. I use the ends of my metal clothes lines as who uses to the ends...
Peanut Butter Cravings?
My peanut butter craves were coupled with the crave for Orange juice at the same time. This was the precursor to my migraines. So, the missing link there was Vitamin B 2, which is very abundant in both. O.k. So maybe that is not the issue--BUT our craves tell...
Removing Tuna Can Bottoms?
Check out a different brand of tuna, they are not all the same. Or walk the isle at the grocer and see what other can might fit your need.
Gift Ideas for a 30 Year Old Woman?
A phone card for her home area or your area--if she is not in need of money, donate in her name to something near and dear to her.
Removing the Inside of an Egg?
Use a big darning needle. This is something we used to do FOR FUN growing up. Yikes! Now the kids have other toys! Many girl scout projects were done this way. Then you would accidentally crush it and have to start all over!
How Much Sleep Should a 2-Week Old Puppy Get?
If you are sure it is getting enough nursing time in, ask your vet the question. If it is Too much, animals get diabetes, but this would be unusual. Maybe some other health issue? Did someone drop the pup? Bump its head? Does the pup respond to stimuli? Noise...
Keeping Peanut Butter Smelling Fresh?
If it smells funny IT IS FUNNY, Toss IT! With the contaminated peanut butter issues, if you have not bought a name brand, toss it and call the company. If it is a name brand, check with their website and click the CONTACT US button for questions. The price...
VCR Showing a Distorted Picture?
Hi, you probably had something on the tape you put in that should not have, a piece of cellophane? Static electricity takes lots into the machine. Do you have pets? Their hair is DRAWN to the inside, even if you cant figure out how it happened. Our latest? 2...
Growing Grass in a Yard with Dogs?
Well, choose between which is more important to see outside, the grass or the dogs. The peeing on the ground is going to burn the soil. I just buy lots of grass seed when on sale, sprinkle it out regularly, rake it in, water. Watch the birds take some and the...
Using Tree Bark as Mulch?
Was your tree taken down due to disease? If yes, then NO. In some states it is illegal to keep the bark from a diseased tree or any part of it for landscaping purposes. Minnesota is one of them. Infact, you cannot buy fire wood or bring in to a state park firewood...
Outdoor Herb Garden?
To NEATLY grow herbs, I use 3# margarine tubs, cut out the bottom and that is the perimeter of what ever herb goes inside. I leave about 1 inch above the soil, stick the plant/seed inside. They get trained to stay in their own pots where without the tub, they...
Cleaning Carpet Cleaner Brushes?
I use my seam ripper, kelly clamps (electronic shop) for so many things and this is just one of them.
Icing for Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes?
First, my thought is TOO MUCH frosting if you want to pile it like an ice cream cone. You can poof your cake into the cones with the flick of the wrist so a lot will stay up like ice cream. The fastest is to take your cake mix, mixed up and put into actual...
Raw Honey as a Laxative?
A tidbit to offer, I reduced some honey - got straight from the bee keeper, and as I was doing the royal honey, every time I went through the kitchen, I was finger dipping. I even walked a mile in 5 minutes. Talked to my pharmacist who said it was like taking...
What color kitchen appliances should I get?
The fridge will become the elephant in the room. The kitchens I have seen with the black fridges DO look like they are enormous. Center of attention. My other appliances (stove, dishwasher) are the black fronts but I want the biggest one in the room to be the...
Starting a Safe House?
Check with your local county human services. Lots of laws to follow. Your law enforcment, county, public safety and public health will be part of licenses and decisions.
Cat is Throwing Up Food?
The food could be an issue, with all the pet food recalled, I would use a good name brand only (that never hit the recall list). Limit amount of food given. As also listed CLEAN water and food dishes daily. I use regular dishes from the cupboard that go through...
Questions About Stimulus Tax Cuts?
Wait to see what the stimulus package ends up being you can change your status any time. You want to SEE as proof what things are or not before changing. Another thing, if you dont get a yearly update what your SS benefits will be at age such and such, check...
Food Stains on Microfiber?
DOnt use chemicals on the fabric unless you know approved. Use a wet wash cloth and scrub it like it was your leg, etc. Erasers they talked about are the ARTIST WHITE ones, not the pink. Go to an office supply store for those, some Walmart type stores MAY have...
Giving Dogs Tomato Juice?
Give the dogs more FRESH water to drink. They can pee clear like humans too. My dog likes roma tomatoes, cut into little pieces, toss in a salad of raw vegies. Mine loves her green beans, peas, zucchini, cukes, oh, lettuce and spinach are the plus. Mix and...
Sink Smells Bad?
You can purchase the stuff for bacteria in the pipes. Certain times of the year I find this issue. Maybe we dont use one bathroom more than the kitchen, etc. Running daily water is important. Under your kitchen sink, replace the pipes. And note, the poly plastic...
What is TSP?
Maybe not every grocery store carries this in the cleaning isle, but any hardware store does. It can be in the paint or the cleaning supplies section. Usually not a very big box. Mine I always get are white boxes, about 4 x 6 x 2. Goes along way.
Pear and Nut Bread
Instead of the oil, you could use pureed pears, baby sauce (Gerber) pears. I eliminate all I can when baking and this was one way to move out oil. I do this with carrot bread too.
Uses for Unmatched Socks?
In addition to some of these ideas I have used I cut the foot off and slid the rest of the sock over the crawling babys legs, up and over the knees. Extra padding for the wee one learning to get into things, also warmer for the legs.
Deodorizing a Cooler or Ice Chest
Funky smell means bacteria. If you are going to use this for food again, you need to disinfect it, not just clean it. I put the coolers outside, dump a cup or so of bleach into them, add some hot soapy water. I use new toilet brushes for scrubbing things like...
Making a Ribbon Watch Strap?
You can take the hot glue gun minus the glue sticks, and press on the spots you want to melt a hole.
Making a Garden Journal
A friend of mine is a master gardener with the state and she also writes down the high and low temps of the day, also noting when each flower opens, etc. Planned her daughters wedding around the gardens fullest potential.
Coloring Silk Flowers
This sounds like a cool idea. You can also take liquid Rit and use a childs water color paint brush, do your thing anyway you want!
Making Wooden Toys to Sell?
You can archive all the well known woodworking magazines for Easy Toy Making. Youd be surprised what you find!
Recommendations for Dog Grooming Clippers?
You are looking in the pet department, go look at human clippers. My sister grooms dogs and only used the kind you use on humans. Walmart, maybe less than $20.
Keeping Dogs from Peeing in My Yard?
I would put up a wire wicket fencing. Cheap to buy, easy to put in, comes in lengths that unfold. Then tie some red fabric strips to it, you can make a sign to put in the yard, Yard chemically treated, do not walk on, dangerous for pets.
Can a Dog Get Parvo from a Shot?
The parvo means walking on soil, flooring, etc where a dog which was infected it, peed, etc. It is simple to get and easy to contaminate. My vet wipes up floor puddles with bleach in the bottle. PUPS in particular can get this and it can be deadly.
Drying Rose Petals?
You could buy silks (cheap dollar stores, etc) and take apart the roses. I have done this and it is nice. OR you could gather roses, I take and hang them upside down, then pluck the petals off when dry. Also have taken a cooling rack from baking and laid on...
Flavoring Sun Tea?
I also would like to caution error on the side of safety. With salmonella and bacterias running through our food chain, BE CAREFUL.
Recipes Using Pancake Mix?
I use apple juice, grape juice, orange juice as the liquid it calls for and make delicious pancakes.
No-Carb Flour Alternative?
You have to have the carb, the flour, the gluten. Or you dont have bread, you would have, at best, a cracker. Do not BAKE in a bread machine. My 2 pound recipe in the bread machine makes 3 loaves when turned out and put into pans.
Uses for Fireplace Ashes?
CAll your local extension service, they may ask what you plant in the garden or tell you what kinds of areas in the yard you can dispose of this at.
Natural Remedies for Dyspepsia?
I also have this, did look something up quickly tho. I use Walmart generic Zantac in the 150 mg strength. Have for years--at bedtime and then again if I need it during the day. I also have FMS and use ibuprofen multi times during the day, if I am having a BIG...
What do Ladybugs Eat?
The ladybug is different than the chinese beetle which looks very similar, a slight more orange to the LB. The CB bites and stinks when you pick it up, crush it, etc. I try to capture both in the vacuum and move them outdoors to the gardens. The CB was brought...
Second Hand Smoke Hurts Pets
Good for you! 2ndly, there is something called 3rd hand smoke. Was on Dr OZ. The smell, residue on your body, clothing after smoking and then coming back into the house/office, etc was what they referred to. Similar amounts of toxins.
Don't Overfeed Your Pet
Find out from your vet how much of your product (each brand is different) your pet should have, how many times a day. My German Short-hair gets Science Diet for dogs over 6 years of age. She will leave her bowl alone if it is not time to eat. But we offer lots...
Have a Laundry Basket for Each Person
My granddaughter loves to help fold towels and washclothes. I started to roll them for the drawer, which then she (3) could do, too. For my own kids, we figured weekly chores and they rotated weeks. They could trade items on their own, collect fees from their...
Super Soaker for Cat Fights
I always kept the garden hose with the squirt stream on for invasive cats who thought my house was theirs. My daycare sand boxes never got entered when they were met with a cold stream. I also found when cats tried to enter my house via my screens, that I kept...
Find Craft Supplies at Garage Sales
I love finding a garage sale where the family has had a recent wedding, all the goodies left over, etc. I have even found Fiskar tooling items, paper curlers, cutters, etc costing a lot new, for pennies on the dollar. I collect ribbon, lace, paper, etc for...
Freeze Cut Lemon for Drinks
I have done this for years, buy my lemons and limes, fresh strawberries or raspberries, etc that I may want a bit of but expensive as it is. Dont pick up when not on sale.
Don't Let Your Dog Chew on Corn Cobs
Rice is the simplest foods for the digestive system, from Feeding Children International, the nutritionists that deal with dying children, adding the rest of the mix of vitamins in their food kit has saved the lives of many. I have the reports from some Zambia...
Preventing Jeans from Stretching?
No, wash in the hot water to shrink them so when you put them on, they take the shape of your hips and butt. To keep from fading when you do this, wash with a cup of salt (can use canning salt, cheaper). This sets dyes. In fact the first time you wash your...
Carry Wipes in Your Pocketbook
FYI: To add to this, many towns are now making their toilets a No Wipe Zone. The wipes do not disintegrate and have been finding them jamming the sewers. The plug the filters of the septic and municipal systems, sometimes costing thousands of $$ to maintain...
