Trash Can for Laundry Detergent Storage
Box or large bag in garage not near indoor laundry room. I store a red plastic coffee can in laundry room, these cans have a nice tight lid, if needed as well as a handle shape to easily grab it. Scoop stored in red canister. I make a concentrate powder laundry...
Egg Shell Uses
I crush the shells kind of coarsely and sprinkle around plants that are having snail issues. If the nasty creatures try to cross over the eggshells the sharp edges slice up their evil little bodies.
Store Empty Containers in Freezer
Rather than storing empty plastic containers in freezer fill them w water and store full. It costs less to run a full freezer than empty one
Pay Cash for Everything
I have also found that if i carry larger bills like $20 or $50 bills i am more likely to think before i break these. I also throw all coins i get into the bottom of my purse. When my purse gets heavy i dump out loose change and stash it away,as loose change...
Making a Terra Cotta Lighthouse?
You can stick just about anything to anything with E6000 glue avail in craft and home improvement stores. It comes clear, black or white so be sure to get the color you prefer.
Dry-Erase Markers on Mirrors
I have been doing this for myself-notes from me to me whenever I need something in the AM that I think of at bedtime!
No-Sew Dog Throw Blanket
My dog chewed up fringe on one of these blankets. Not a good idea for a dog who chews
Floss Threader for Threading Sewing Needles
OMG!!! I currently hardly sew at all since I cant thread needles without going nuts. My pile of mending thanks you!
Treating a Dog With Parvo at Home?
I agree with other posters. You must take this dog to a vet. Parvo is fatal if not treated and since he has been sick so long he may not recover. Responsible dog owners, like parents, manage to care for their animals when they are sick. If you cant do this...
Gluing Marbles to a Window?
I would use E6000. U can find it almost anywhere, it is cheap and pretty much sticks anything to anything
What Kind of Snake is This?
When I found a snake I couldnt identify in my yard I called a local reptile store and they IDd it as a king snake-a good guy so I named him Elvis and he hung around for a couple of years.
Planting a Garden Path Border?
Tin cans will rust and disintegrate. They will leave debris in the garden and you can cut your hands on it. Plastic or aluminum wont rust and wont disintegrate. You could even cut the bottoms off and once the plants have a good root system pull the plastic...
Keeping Track of Business Cards
They make clear plastic inserts for binders/notebooks that have little slots that fit a card. You can put these business cards in back to back and each sheet holds 20 cards. U can see everything at once. These should be available at any stationery store
Comfortis For Fleas
I swear by comforted but it is expensive. I found a source in Canada to order from. Even w shipping it costs less than half what it costs here. Be sure to order for dog or cat and based on weight.
Organizing Information and Reminder Notes?
I use a regular spiral notebook like kids use in school. I jot everything in it that I need to do, remember, buy, etc. When done I either X it out or if it is a separate page and I never will need it again, i.e. a grocery list I tear and toss. Other memos, i...
Black Snake With Huge White Eyes?
One time I had a snake in my yard, I made a few phone calls and described the snake and was told he was a King Snake. I named him Elvis and he was seen in my yard now and then for a couple of years. Once I knew he was a helpful snake and not poisonous, we were...
Organizing for a Disability
A backpack hangs perfectly on a walker or wheelchair and has lots of pockets
Homemade Bubbles?
There are a lot of recipes for bubbles. Most are a combination of dish soap, water and glycerin(avail in drugstroe) to stabilize the bubbles. Mix and allow to age for a few days. recipes will tell you how long. I mix them in an old 2 liter soda bottle-clearly...
Dog Has Black Smelly Deposit in Ears?
You must take your dog to the vet. Sounds like an ear infection. My shelties used to get them all the time. If you have a pet you have to be a responsible pet owner and provide necessary veterinary care!
Keeping Dogs Off Furniture?
Try putting some aluminum foil loosely on the couch-the crinkly sound and texture may be enough to break them of the habit. Or just keep the couch covered with a sheet when the dogs are in. Or some small mousetraps set on the couch that will snap when the couch...
Dog Scared of Laminate Floor?
My sheltie is afraid of shny floors-I think it is the reflection. Can you coax her with treats-either fed to her with each step or a trail of treats.
Eating Stew Left in Crockpot Over Night?
Next time put it right into the fridge, doesnt matter that its hot. If the crock is removable, just put a folded towel under if if your fridge shelves are glass. Uncover it to facilitate cooling. The reason people used to cool things before putting them in...
Breeding a Miniature Poodle?
I totally agree. Please do not breed your dog. All sorts of dogs are put down every day because they lack homes. Dont breed or buy while shelter pets die!
Packing and Storing Books
Why don't u ask her to mail it using MEDIA RATE on the postage. It is cheapest way to do so. Not sure what 'conservative Christian ' has to do with it
Glue for Gluing Items to Glass?
E6000- available in craft stores as well as home improvement stores, Walmart, etc.
Painting Hard Cover Books for a Decoration?
How about drilling a hole through each and stacking them with a long screw or metal rod with end caps? Even a wood dowel might work.
Getting Rid of Fleas?
I swear by Comfortis. It is expensive, however, and you have to get it from a vet or online from Canada, Australia or Mexico.
Getting Rid of Fleas on My Cat?
I am loving Comfortis for my dogs-not sure if there is a cat version. It is expensive though, and you have to get it from a vet or order from Canada or Australia online.
Making My Own Compost in a Bucket?
Drill holes in your composting bucket to let air in and excess water out.
Are Peanuts Good for Dogs?
Peanuts might be a choking hazard. Most dogs like peanut butter and a little is OK for them.
Using Rit Dye on Polyester Fabric?
Polyester will not take Rit dye. There may be other dyes available through specialty shops online but Rit works best on natural fibers like cotton or silk.
Emergency Vet Services on a Payment Plan?
Please use common sense-when something appears as serious as this is, dont write to a website. Get your pet to the vet!
Grey Hair Doesn't Hold Color?
If you are dissatisfied with the job they do or their attitude, go elsewhere. Find someone whose hair you do like and ask where they have it done. Flattery will get you the info/referral you want!
Donating Ball Point Pens?
Schools will love these, or I donate often to an organization that assists foster parents.
Decoupage Scrabble Tile Earrings
I would love to attach earring back to back side of tile and use them as initial earrings. If u want just square tile shapes use a piece of cardboard chip or foam core board. Use letter tiles to create name or word art . Little squares are easy to come by but...
Cleaning Rate for a One Bedroom Apartment?
I pay $40 for having my 1 bedroom cleaned and its 3-4 hours work.
Inexpensive Combined Birthday Party Ideas?
Use lots of generic Yellow stuff. A package of S-bob stickers can decorate these if you want. Use just a few S-bob accessories, or if your kids have S-bob toys, use them as centerpieces, etc. Dollar stores have underwater/sea theme accessories at this time...
Organizing Toiletries When Traveling
Try inflating some zip top baggies into sort of balloons and wedge between bottles and tubes to hold upright andin place. Who cant use a few baggies for odds and ends at ur destination
Upcycled Plastic Bag Saver
Tissue box works great. I keep it on top of fridge so when I have a grocery sack I stuff it in there. I try to use my recyclable bags when I remember so have less and less of the single use plastic bags these days.
Ants in the Kitchen?
Sprinkle baby powder where you see them. Kills them on contact. Also cinnamon along any cracks or gaps is a deterrent, but a bit messier. I wonder if cinnamon oil would work?
Canned Food "Pill Pocket"
Our vet advised to roll meatball of canned food and tuck pill into it. Most recently I had liquid amoxicillin to give and just rolled it into wet food. Gracie gobbled it right down and the taste of medicine didn't slow her down
Homemade Tanning Recipe
Iodine will dye the skin but this provides no sunbrun/SPT protection. Baby oil invistes a burn and is dangerous. Use this after sun exposure, if you like.
First Aid Basket
Peroxide shouldnt be in your first aid kit. Current best practices are soap and water, and if needed an antibiotic ointment and bandage. Peroxide is too strong and can destroy healthy tissue making healing more difficult.
Copying and Pasting Text on the Computer?
I am currently taking a computer class-the prof recommended OpenOffice as well.
Put Eyeshadow in the Freezer
I totally agree with the comment on freezing kills nothing. It might preserve the product pigments and stuff, but dont expect it to kill bacteria.If you have had any kind of eye infection like pink eye , also called conjunctivitis throw away ANY products you...
Supplements for Weight Loss?
I lost 100 lb and have kept it off after GBP surgery a number of years ago. No supplement will make you loose weight-eat what you were told to and if needed there are bariatric nutritionists/dieticians who can help you get an appropriate meal plan together...
Child Support Calculations and Stepparent's Income?
Ask your attorney. Also,most states have a division of the DAs office that deals with child support.
Insurance Coverage for Plastic Surgery?
Some do, some dont. Depends on if you can make a case for medical necessity. I did and the appropriate surgery. Always refer to it as reconstructive surgery. I had an abdominoplasty and a mastopexy.
6th Birthday Party?
I dont see any problem, but do let everyone know the agenda. There might be safety issues if the kids get wild or it is totally dark-perhaps some dim lighting would be well-advised.
Melt Down Big Chocolate Bunnies Into Smaller...
Dont put water into real chocolate when melting it-chocolate will seize-get heard and grainy and not melt. Maybe the writer here used imitation-type chocolate.
Cooking Dried Beans in a Crockpot?
I do this all the time. To my crockpot I add a bag of dry beans,an onion peeled but not cut up, and a large sprig or 2 of rosemary, because I have a large bush of it. Certainly this is not necesssary, tho. No SALT! Salt toughens the outside of the beans. Cover...
Coping with Adult Child's Divorce?
Please dont own this. Your daughter and husband are adults. If they ask for your help-offer what you can but dont blame yourself. I assume the older mentally ill child is receiving some sort of therapy, special ed or out-patient care-your daughter should seek...
Zip Pencil Bags for Storing Puzzles
Ziploc bags work fine as well. If you want to keep all of them together reinforce the end, with scotch or packing tape and punch holes. Then they can go in a binder. Or toss all the bags into a shoebox.
Laundry Detergent Cap Cupcake Pincushion
I did this years ago with a tuna can and stuffed it w steel wool which sharpens pins a bit too
Finding Free Mattress Sets?
Do not bring used mattresses/box springs into your home. There is a major bedbug epidemic going on and once they get into your home it is almost impossible to eradicate them.
Ask For Household Items On Craigslist
When it was time to move my mom from her own place to an Alzheimers facility we contacted a local womens shelter. They gave the info to a woman who was transitioning into her own place and she then contacted us, and made all the arrangements to get the things...
Getting Rid of Fruit Flies?
The above works fine but cover the jar with plastic wrap and poke a small hole. I just stuck it with my fingernail or a pencil. Bugs go in and are too stupid to get out.
Making Things Easier for the Disabled
Grab bars are your friend. I have 1 installed just outside the tub/shower enclosure and 1 beside the toilet. Be sure they are in stalled into a beam or joist with 3 screws. Sometimes they come with shorter screws, it is worth the few extra dollars to get longer...
Finding Inexpensive Furniture?
You need to buy a new mattresss. Costco sells one of memory foam that is relatively inexpensive and very comfortable. There is an ongoing epidemic of bedbugs so it is not wise to bring in a used mattress.
Use Toothbrush To Clean Keyboard
Alcohol would be better than vinegar. It evaporates more quickly and sanitizes better.
Saving Money on Medical Alert Jewelry
Most of these tags can be engraved on both side, include a contact /next of kin number as well. A great cost-conscious idea!
75th Birthday Party Centerpiece Ideas?
I like using green plants, 6 potted plants can be had for about $6 in places like Home Depot. Use fabric or tissue paper to cove the ugly pots or buy some pot-covers from a floral supply. To add some color snip a few silk flowers and tuck them along side the...
Cleaning an Antique Christening Dress?
Since this is delicate and sentimental please dont try to clean it yourself. Find a good dry cleaner that clean with archival quality products. If you have a local art museum the curator might be able to suggest one.
Decorations for a Daddy-Daughter Dance?
How about having the kids trace and then color or otherwise embellish the figures to look like themselves. Cut out and mount around the walls. It might be fun for each dad to find the cut-out he thinks is his daughter!
Prevent Forgetting Items With Car Keys
Ive been doing this for years. Even when I am dining at a friends or family members home and they offer me some leftovers I place my keys in the fridge. Cant go anywhere without them!
Cleaning a Saucer Chair?
Depends on what fabric it is. Is the cushion or cover removable? I made a new cover for one when the color it was didnt go with my decor. I used a sheet sized fabric, cutting a circle the size I needed, ran a casing all around the edge and then ran elastic...
12th Birthday Party Game Ideas?
Mani and pedis, crafts like making hair ornaments or beaded jewelry, make your wolw pizza for food and an engaging activity. 12 year olds usually have a pretty good idea of what they do and do not want-ask her what she enjoyed at other kids parties, and what...
Removing Permanent Marker from a Whiteboard?
WD-40, nail polish remover, Mr Clean eraser-pretty easy to do but also hide the Sharpies!
Sleep Over Ideas for Girls?
Is there a 24 hr Walmart? Make a Walmart Scavenger Hunt-either stuff to buy or even better-take pictures of the items!
Clearing a Clogged Toilet?
There are at least 2 kinds of plungers-the red ones with a bowl shaped head, and black ones with a sort of bowl and rounded nub on it-the latter work best. Use it and if the bowl contues to drain and then fill turn off the water (handle/know should be just...
Child Support Payment and Taxes?
Best advice-tell your son to talk to his tax preparer. Different states/different laws . and a little OT, why are you asking-seems like your son needs to be responsible for this and for getting his own answers. If you have a relationship with your grandchildren...
Ecofriendly Dishwasher Cleaner?
Dump 1 packet lemon Kool-Aid (no sugar needed) into the detergent cups and run the washer empty thru a cycle.
Shopping for Comfortable Clothes for Female Nursing Home Patient?
Everyone has already posted lots of sources for the kind of clothes you grandma will like. Nursing homes are notorious for losing things. Be sure everything, every garment, picture frame, door decoration, any medical equipment or device that you or she or her...
Cleaning an Older Wedding Dress at Home?
Please dont try to do this at home. Likely this dress is sentimentally valuable to you-invest in having it professionally cleaned. Go to a cleaner that specializes in cleaning antiques and can then package it in a box and tissue that is archival quality.
Can a Ceramic Knife Cause a Plate to Crack?
Contact the makers of Corelle. Corelle is supposed to be break-resistant. Were you cutting a very hot food on a cold plate? Anyway, the above answer is right; use a cutting board to protect yourself and your knives!
Organizing Keys
I had a lot of small padlocks on cabinets and drawers when was a foster mom. I labeled not only keys but with small dots of craft paint I labeled locks to match the keys.
Treating Dog's Ear Problems
When I had dogs with chronic ear infections the meds from the vet were very expensive. I found a local compounding pharmacy where the pharmacist was able to compound the same ear drops using the same antibiotic and a base solution (inert ingredient) and make...
Killing Vines Without Damaging Soil
Please avoid using ROUNDUP for any purpose. It is responsible for the die-off of bees worldwide and we need bees as pollinators!
Using Paypal for Non eBay Purchases
Good to know about PP. I always charge online purchases thru my credit card with my credit union. They are very responsive and my refunds are done within 2-3 days. All CC offer this but with a big bank or whatever it might take longer. Just 1 of the many reasons...
Accent Ideas for a White, Peach, and Teal Kitchen?
How about making curtains? You should be able to find a fabric to go with your kitchen. Easy straight stitching is all you need.
Removing Liquid Paper from Fabric?
Unlikely that this can be removed. I use Whiteout to mark names inside dark hoodies and it never washes out!
Dyeing a Polyester Wedding Dress?
There is a product called PolyDye near the Rit at Joannes-specifically for dying polyester.
Christmas Gifts Ideas for Convalescent Home Residents?
Avoid food such as cookies since often many residents are on special diets. People with dementia often like stuffed animals, fleece laprobes/throws are inexpensive and appreciated, toiletries and lip gloss for the ladies. We hava local agency here that gets...
Repairing or Replacing a One Touch Jar Opener?
Google handicapped aides and there are many companies that have adaptive items for daily chores, dressing, etc. I too have arthritis in my hands and the jar opener I have from one of those places is awesome!
Repairing or Replacing a One Touch Jar Opener?
Google handicapped aides and there are many companies that have adaptive items for daily chores, dressing, etc. I too have arthritis in my hands and the jar opener I have from one of those places is awesome!
Caring for a Cat With Jaw Cancer?
When my dog was diagnosed wih melanoma I put her on prednisone. It slowed down the progress of the disease-she was expect to live only about 6 mo after the diagnosis and she lived 18 mo. Pred is very cheap, it is probably on the Walmart $4 formulary. You need...
Prevent Muffins And Cupcakes Sticking To Liners
Why bother with paper liners if you have to spray them? Why wouldnt you just spray the tins?
Saving Money on Bras
Close hooks and put bras in a net bag in the washer. I do almost all of my wash with cold water anyhow and the cold water helps to preserve the elastic. Never put bras in the dryer. I have a little $1/store rack on the laundry room door and hang bras on the...
Lavender Bath for Sunburns
Acetominaphen is NOT anti-imflammatory. It may ease the pain if you cant take aspirin but is not anti-inflammatory.
Keep Thread From Tangling
Another thing that works is to run the thread tightly over a candle stub. Easy to keep one in your sewing kit.
Shopping for Comfortable Scrubs?
A not-too-light knit should work if you take care not to stretch it while sewing it.
Think About Where You Store Valuables
My aunt stashed cash wrapped in foil in the freezer. Gives a new meaning to cold cash.
Library For Blind and Print-Challenged Bookworms
I live in CA and there is a progam called CTAP-Calif Telephone Access Program that provides whatever equipment a person might need to be able to utilize the phone. This can range from a phone with large buttons, a phone on which you can adjust the volume or...
Back to School Clothes?
Very nice things can often be had in thrift stores for very little money. Also, garage sales, especially those in nicer neighborhoods are a good way to score bargains. You daughter is old enough to get a part-time job, too. Many employers will hire a teen PT...
Displaying Horse Competition Ribbons?
Take pics, send them to her on a disc. Or, ,box them up an send them to her and she can decide what to do with them.
Remedy for Smelly Front Load Washer?
I have heard this before about front load machines. Contact the manufacturer.
Removing Greasy Buildup on Kitchen Cabinets?
Oven cleaner-like EZ Off. Wear gloves and have plenty of ventilation. Do a small section at a time. This will take a lot of elbow grease.
Determining House Cleaning Rates?
About $12-$15/hr and she pays for all supplies. Gas/travel time is usually not compensated separately. No matter what kind of work we do we are usually not on the clock until we get there. If you are driving her kids places or running errrands, charge whatever...
Use Shampoo As Body Wash
When I taught at a special Ed school one of the parents told me that how child used up the entire bottle of shampoo or body wash. I gave her 2 suggestions. Pour the product into a Hotel size bottle and remove the big bottles from the bathroom. Or empty big...
Remembering Cell Phone
I let my phone sit inside my purse while on the charger-purse on counter where charger is plugged in. Since I need to grab my purse and keys, everything is in 1 place.
Acne Remedies?
Dab on some tea tree oil . Get it a a pharmac or store like Trader Joes or health fod stores-very inexpensive. Just use a dab 2 X a day and the blemished should be gone in a few days.
Potty Training a Three Year Old?
Back off the training for a couple of months as the previous poster said. I am a teacher and have never seen a child in diapers in kindergarten unless he or she is special needs!
Attach Store Discount Cards to Shopping Bag
I attach my kids library card (after drilling a small hole or punching a hole) to the handle of a reusable shopping bag with a carabiner, and the library books stay inside the bag. On library days, everything is grab n go! Make sure the hole doesnt destroy...
Recycling Used Tea Bags and Loose Tea?
All acid-lovng plants like this-roses, hydrangeas, camellias...
Recycling and Disposing of Electronic Waste?
Local areas have e-waste collection days and sites. Goodwill accepts these, too, for recycling
Make Your Own Recycled Knitting Bag
I would think punching a hole in a coffee can would make a jagged hole. Perhaps drilling a hole in a PLASTIC coffee container would work.
Teach a Child To Sew
Remember that sewing thru paper will full the needle so be sure to change it before U sew for real
Boy's 13th Birthday Party Ideas?
Most 13 y.o.kids I know are a bit to old or big for a bounce house, but maybe your son and his peers still enjoy it. I have done pinatas with multiple classrooms full of kids with no problems but to control the chaos and increase safety I give instructions...
Wedding Gift Ideas for the Couple Who Has Everything?
Donation to a charity might be best. Perhaps you can choose something for which the couple has an affinity or interest like a nature or eco group, zoo, medical or special needs organization, etc. Charity will send the couple a card stating that a donation has...
How Do I Know if a Tray is Sterling Silver?
Magnets will not stick to sterling, but they also do not stick to aluminum, pewter, tungsten, platinum, brass or copper as well as alloys of these.
Homemade Notepads
I stack blank scratch paper into thicker pads than a stapler can handle then use a binder clip to hold them all together.
Birthday Gift Ideas for 19 Year Old Boyfriend?
Is he an animal lover? Adopt a zoo animal or shelter donation in his name.
Feeding a Neapolitan Mastiff?
For heaven's sake consult your vet. If u don't have one , get one. Your dog needs a 'primary care' doc just as much as u do. You need to have basic care in place now, before your dog needs urgent care . She is the one to consult about your dogs diet.
Plastic Bins to Update Old Shelves
I wouldnt be too hard to mak a fitted covor to go ove the unit, or simply to drape it with perhap a repurposed sheet like a tablecloth style.
Gift Ideas for Mother's Birthday?
You sure know what your mom doesnt like-what does she like? Everyone likes something! How about a set of homemade coupons, 1 per month with things like a movie or play or concert, a trip to a botanical garden or zoo, a favorite dish she likes home-cooked by...
What Are Some Uses for Talc?
Sprinkle it where you see ants parading in. The powder dessicates their little obnoxious bodies and they wont crawl over it.
Where Can I Buy Tinkerbell and Peter Pan Banks for Party Favors?
Get some clip art and make the banks out of coffee cans, chip cyclinders, etc. Be sure to put a coin in the bank as a superstitious wish that the bank shall never be empty.
11th Birthday Party Ideas?
Ask her what she has done at othe parties that she really liked. Pick and choose the most popular things. A movie party with popcorn, candy in boxes like the ones that sell for $4 at the movies (Dollar Store item). Maybe a craft based on the theme of the movie...
Keeping Flies Away at a Picnic
Whenever I host a picnic or other outdoor event that involves food I cover the table with the food with a piece of nylon net that is bought at a fabric store for very cheap. You can see all the food right thru it and easily flip if up to serve yourself and...
Alternative Easter Baskets for Boys?
If you can sew, make a simple drawstring tote bag out of Easter or boy print fbric and put everything in there. They can reuse the bag over and over to stash stuff-think Legos, toy cars, marble, crayons, etc.
Making Fresh Flower Wedding Arrangements?
Huge difference! Fresh is much harder! It is hot in August and fresh flowers are very perishable. Roses that are buds when you start are opening and dying within hours so unless you have a cooler to store them in you have to get and arrange flowers the day...
Where Can I Buy Washing Soda?
Go to the Arm and Hammer website. They make this product but not all the stores carry it. You can find out what stores near you carry it.
Sticker on a Sweater?
I would return it to the store. Adhesive is hard to remove and you may damage the fabric trying to do so. Do NOT run it through the washer and esp. the dryer which will set a stain.
Where Can I Find Inexpensive Plastic Cylinder Vases?
Google to see if there is a floral supply wholesaler in your area or actually anywhere that can ship to you. Or ask your local florists where they buy supplies.
Watch For Conflicting Medical Information
I hope you told the doctor about this nurse. At the least she needs re-training, at most, she needs another career.
Using Paint To Make A Room Appear Larger?
Surely the girls have favorite colors. Take them to the paint store with you or bring home paint chips for them to chose from. Since kids change their minds frequently dont use very dark colors that will be hard to paint over in a few years.
Removing Oil and Odors from Work Clothing?
Have him ask his co workers what they or their wives use on ther clothes.
Preparing for My First Trip Out of the Country?
If yo are taking small appliances like hair dryers make sure they run on the same current we use. You may need a converter. Also may need this for phone charger.
