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What to Do with Queen Sized Comforters?
It is a little difficult to sew a comforter, but you could cut the comforter up and use to cover bed pillows on your new bed. Use one pc for each pillow top, and cheaper brown or tan fabric for the back, to make an envelop type back, the kind you slip the pillow...

 

No-Sew Bandana Skirt and Top

No-Sew Bandana Skirt and Top
Cute and original!

 

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How I Went Broke Saving Money
I have never had much luck either with coupons. I live in a rural area, where double coupon days are rare, and triple has never been heard of. There is also a limit of 50 cents value per coupon, one coupon per item, etc. I am glad that some can buy $200 of...

 

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Sew Two Twin Blankets To Make A Big King Sized One
I didnt sew our twin electric blankets together, for our king bed. My husband is such a covers hog, so I just left them separated. That way when he rolls up into a sausage, I am not left uncovered and cold.

 

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Is there a way to make homemade fabric softener?
I started using cheap hair conditioner, the kind you can get for $1 for a large bottle, and putting about 2 good squirts in the fabric softener dispenser. It works pretty good, if you like a little scent.

 

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Mending Sheets Before Washing
There is very thin iron on patch repair available at any sewing store or department. My top sheets seem to get an L shaped tear on the corners, and this has kept me from making rags out of them.

 

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Company That Collects China Pieces?
There is also another similar to Replacements, called tabletopsetc.com. I use both of them, for gifts, or for myself.

 

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Makeup That Adds Shine to Your Face?
Irene Gari Underglow Makeup is available at beautyboutique.com. You can use it under, over, or in place of foundation. It gives a nice glow---I have to cut the glow but putting a little loose powder on top, as my skin tends to get oily later in the day. It...

 

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Crystallized Cat Urine?
That sounds to me like plain old scent marking done by cats. You have only found it after it has dried.

 

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Save Money, Buy Men's Deodorant
Mens deodorant/antiperspirant works much better for me, the type of work I do, and smells better for much longer.

 

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Itchy Skin Years After Being Stung?
It most likely is just local nerve damage in that area, caused by the sting itself. I would imagine that if a stinger were left in there, it would have been absorbed by the body by now. Local nerve damage can happen around accidental cuts, surgical incisions...

 

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Stopping Scam Phone Calls?
You can either enter the number that called in Google, or go to a site called who called me---they have a nice listing of numbers of scams, and postings by victims. The people that run the auto warranty scams do not seem to be bound by the do not call list...

 

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Removing Something Stuck in the Dishwasher?
Since it is happening at a certain time in the cycle, are you sure it is not the sprayer nozzle coming up or down from the bottom? That is what my new one does. Sometimes it gets hung on the bottom rack.

 

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Reporting Fraudulent Emails?
When you open the email itself, that is not the problem, it is any attachments in the mail. You just forward it to your email providers Spam division.

 

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Toilet Keeps Clogging?
You could always use the TP of your choice, just dont flush it. Put it in a lined waste paper basket--use your grocery store bags for liners, and throw away every day or two to reduce odor. At least until you get it fixed.

 

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Heal-n-Soothe Reviews?
I use Formula 303 that I ordered from Amazon. I have a bad back due to a wreck many years ago, and it helps. It was recommended by my chiropractor.

 

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Health Insurance for College Student?
Some communities have outpatientclinics, that are for people without insurance, and the fees charged are based on income of the patient. I hope there is one locally for your daughter.

 

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Use a Toothpick to Unclog Soap Dispensers
That is really a problem for me with large bottles of body lotion and the pumps. The lotion in the end of the pump dries--my son calls those lotion bugers. I never thought of using a toothpick or paper clip.

 

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Buying Stop the Itch?
Is it the product for horses, or the head on company itch remedy?

 

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Get Zippers Repaired at the Cleaners
That is a great idea! I have a hunting jacket of my husbands, that he cant use, because I cant find just the size zip it needs. I will certainly take it in---all they can do is say no!

 

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Inexpensive Gifts for Cheerleaders?
My friend did something similar for her sons baseball team. She did one scrapbook page for each young man, with pictures of each boy, and the decoration on the page in the school colors, various prints. She couldnt afford some of the scrapbook papers, so she...

 

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Stretch Liquid Makeup With Mineral Oil
If you have oily skin, you can try a little water, or witch hazel. But it wont keep that way for long term use, as it will separate.

 

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Ask for Makeup Samples
The best place I have found to get free samples, and the best return policy is from your local Avon rep. They may not have the sample on hand that you need, but they can get it, and you can return or exchange any item that has been opened and tried if it isnt...

 

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Rug Edge Turns Up?
You can also try moistening it with warm water, and weighing it down with a brick or iron placed on top of a folded up towel, at least overnite.

 

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Are Hardwood Floors Sealed?
You can also use a microfiber cloth-usually available at Walmart for $2,in place of Swiffer cloths. Secure it to the pad with rubber bands, or ponytail bands on each end. Then you can use whichever floor cleaner you like. If you use the microfiber cloth. Do...

 

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Use PediPaws on Your Nails
It is also good to pull off fuzzies from sweaters. Try it on an inside spot first though. I hold mine just close enough to grab the fuzzy and pull it off.

 

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Recycle Soap With Cookie Cutters
You can also get a new sponge, cut a slit into it to make a pocket through the center, and slip the pieces in there. Then bathe with the sponge. Just be sure to get a different one for each family member. And if the soap stays moist and mushy, it was just going...

 

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Hair Removal Tips?
I like the brand Surgi Cream for my face---it works very well, and doesnt sting as much as others I have tried. I also like the brand Nads that used to be advertised on TV. I get both of them from Sally Beauty Supply stores, although I am sure they are available...

 

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When Will My Crepe Myrtle Bud?
I live in NW Louisiana, and mine bloom mid-late summer. I have dark pink here.

 

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Chocolate Cheesecake Using Nutella?
There is a recipe on All Recipes website, similar to what you describe.

 

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Cleaning Carpet Cleaner Brushes?
An old crochet hook, or latch hook rug hook, with the closure on the hook removed, works for me.

 

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Complaint About Sam's Club Customer Service
I am not sure of all of the details, did your grandmother pay her annual fee? If it wasnt paid and they dont send notices out about those (not all of the time anyway), then they would have removed her account. Maybe she didnt pay enough to include your card...

 

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Mildew on Needlepoint Canvases?
You could try dabbing with peroxide, rinsing by dabbing with a clean damp cloth, and air drying. It may help a little.

 

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Sink Smells Bad?
If it smells sour, then it is probably just the water that hangs in the S trap. I would use fresh squeezed lemon juice, one a day, every day. I did that for a smelly dishwasher---it had the type of drain filter that was not removable, and always smelled, but...

 

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Pimples After Facial Waxing?
I always had acne that left either brown or reddish colored scars. It took years, but they gradually faded away. I am 45 now, and hardly have any signs of that. I am hoping that it gets better for you. It is sad when the things we try to make ourselves look...

 

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Manual for Kenmore Sewing Machine Model #158.3011?
Did you check to see if there was a way to move the needle on the holder itself? I had an old machine once and you could unscrew the needle, pull it out, and reinsert it in one of 2 openings, then reclamp, and start sewing.

 

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Product Review: Cover Tox Ten
I had tried the liquid foundation in that--it was the only product at my store in that formulation. I loved it---the color was even perfect! It is very hard to find locally, so every time I go out of town, I look for it. Glad to know that it helped someone...

 

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Blackheads in Ears?
Any of these can work, but it can also be painful, and can cause an infection under the skin. If you are going to try any of them, be sure to do it after a good warm shower, when the skin will be softer, and the opening over the blackhead will be bigger. I...

 

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Waxing While Using Acne Medication?
It depends on which medication you were taking for acne. It may take a long time to get out of your system, and even longer for that to lose effect on your skin. I do know that Accutane and some other acne treatments can cause problems like this, with greater...

 

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Reviews of Moisturizers for Dry Skin?
If you want to go purely natural, then try olive oil, sweet almond oil, or grapeseed oil. Olive and grapeseed are avaialable in the cooking aisle of most grocery stores. Sweet Almond oil is avaialble at some nationwide pharmacies, like CVS, Walgreens, etc.

 

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Reviews of Generic Wrinkle Creams?
Sally Beauty Supply sells a line of products called Beyond Belief. Some have antioxidants, and some have alpha and beta hydroxy. Look on the web site to compare products, to see which is right for you. They arent true generics, but the most expensive one it...

 

Looking At Everyday Household Energy Usage
My husband got a large timer for the electric water heater to plug into---it has made a good bit of difference. The good thing is that the heater keeps the hot wate warm enough, so if I need hot water during the off times, it is there.

 

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5th Wheel Grease on Clothing?
You can try making a paste out of dishwasher machine powder and water, or use the gel straight on the stain. Allow it to sit overnight, then scrub with a brush, rinse well, and wash in washing machine. Dry outside on the clothes line, as using the dryer will...

 

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Removing Grease Smell from Clothing?
I always had to soak my husbands worst clothes in a 5 gallon bucket full of water, with Simple Green into it. I would soak them for 3 days, then pour off the solution, and wash in the washer.

 

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Loreal Duo Eyeshadow?
There should be a 3digit number on the package. You can try searching for that number. You can also just take the old package to the store, and see if you can match them to a current any brand duo, or get individual colors to match. Good luck! It is hard when...

 

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Natural Remedies for Dyspepsia?
You can always try plain baking soda. The directions for use are on the label. Of course, also read all of the warnings as well! Ginger capsules are supposed to work also. They are usually found at a health food store, or some mom and pop pharmacies. I would...

 

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Homemade Potty Pad for House Training
You are doing a great job! I tried something similar with my puppy, and at first was not having much luck. Then our neighbor said to leave ONE of the soiled pads out when you replace the new ones. It sounds gross, but she said when you clean it up really good...

 

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Holding On to Paid Bills?
They may be necessary for proof when it comes times to pay taxes, if you have certain deductions. If you are buying a house, they are proof that you actually paid for it, when you decide to sell it. They need to be saved to compare to debits if you use a debit...

 

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Pick Pests Off Your Garden for Insect Spray
I think I would get a second blender at a yard sale for that! LOL

 

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Paint Color Ideas?
You could try some color boards of a sage green, medium strength. A color board should be painted on a piece about 4x4 feet, and taped up where you want it, just to help give you better idea than holding the color chip up. You could also consider picking only...

 

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Dog is Hiding and Won't Eat?
These little animals can really get to us! They are so loving and sweet, and then when something is wrong with them, and they cant tell us what, it is heartbreaking! There is a plug in product from some of the online animal supply places, that is supposed to...

 

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Repairing Dents in Lampshades?
You could try holding the iron close to the dented area, and pressing the shot of steam button, to try to soften it up, but then you will have to find a way to wedge something inside to hold it out while it dries. A rolled up towel will probably work.

 

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Recipe for "Finger Jello"?
Cooks.com says: Finger Jello 2 6 ounce packs of jello 4 small packs plain Knox gelatin 5 cups cool water mix together in sauce pan and boil for 5 minutes over medium heat. pour into shallow pan and let set in fridge. Cut and eat with fingers.

 

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Getting Rid of Robins?
She could try to hang a rubber or plastic jointed snake in that area. Although that may present a whole other problem, if she is easily frightened by snakes, or likely to forget it is there.

 

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Color Suggestions for Coffee and End Tables?
It sort of depends on the color of walls and flooring as well, so take that into consideration, unless you are just going to change everything.

 

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Making a Clothesline from a Patio Umbrella?
Drilling holes in the spokes may be difficult---try tying the rope around the outside edges, like making a spider web. Then try to tie another row in closer toward the center, just making sure that there is something to catch the rope, so that it doesnt slide...

 

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Keeping Grilled Hamburgers Fresh?
My friend Carol taught me how; use a large crock pot, or several if you need them, and put the patties, along with the beef cubes as described above, or just with some canned beef broth. Keeps the patties moist and hot!

 

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Backsplash Ideas for Granite Countertops?
I guess it depends on what you like. The coolest one I saw was last year on a redecorating program on HGTV. The backsplash was made out of aluminum or tin flashing, which is used on roofs to prevent leaks under shingles. I dont recall the exact metal, but it...

 

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Temporary Coverings for Mobile Home Paneling?
The best way would be to buy or find some inexpensive fabric in a color you like. Walmart has plenty of fabrics at $1 per yard. You will need to measure the walls, figure out how much you need. Then just hang it on the wall with thumb tacks at the very top...

 

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Installing Pergo Over Tile?
The main problem in putting tile over tile is after a time of foot traffic. The impressed pattern of the tile from the bottom shows through the top. We had covered a brick pattern vinyl, with one that looked like wood planks. Now the wood planks have depressions...

 

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American Staffordshire Terrier Keeps Biting People?
It could be that he is just being protective of you, as he sleeps and stays with you all day. Try to record all the past incidents, what happened around the dog at the time of the bite. I am hoping that you can find a solution.

 

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Making No-Wax Tile Floors Shine?
A friend of my mons long time ago used to use an old fluffy dist mop head that she used only for shining her floors---she would spray plain store brand Windex on the floor, and buff it with the mop head, using her feet. It always made her floors shine. I live...

 

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Advice for Changing Careers?
Have you tried your local Council on Aging? I know that a lot of communities have needs, some may just be for volunteers, but that could give you an idea. There are also positions here called ombudsmen---they are people that advocate for the elderly in the...

 

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Advice for Making Trellises?
We have made frames of wood, with just 2 sides, thin pcs of 1x4 stripped down, and tied old fishing nets, volleyball nets, even filled the center in with a web of yarn I got at a yard sale. This makes a tall panel--however tall you want it---with 2 wooden stake...

 

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Buying Silver Plastic Utensils in Bulk?
Start at a local janitorial supply store---many of those also sell some type of office snack supplies, and may have some to sell you at a good price, or can help you find somewhere.

 

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Looking for Coupons Online?
You could try to go to the product-specific site, and sign up there. They usually have an option of checking if you want to receive further offers, but if you dont check yes, you probably wont get any. And you could always participate, then when you get the...

 

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White Film on Glass Bowl?
I do know that the denture tablets trick will work--it may not get all off, but will make a big difference. Just dont try anything that will ruin it---better to have a stained family item, than none!

 

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Getting Rid of Roaches Without Harming Pets?
They call those water bugs here, and usually come into the house if it is wet under my house or porch, as in after several days of rain. They dont actually infest your house like small roaches do, but they are nasty looking!

 

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Keeping Soaked Beans Handy
I never have soaked beans. When we want beans, I just cook them in the crock pot, season with whatever I want in it, and just watch to see if I need to add water. Takes about 6-8 hours on low.

 

Disinfecting a Doll?
Just mix a dilute bleach mixture, read on the label how much bleach to how much water, and rub doll down with a moist cloth.

 

What Are These Glasses?
They are very nice and unusual. I hope you can find something about them.

 

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How to Buy Meat in Bulk?
You need to check with local meat processors, such as those that make fresh smoked sausage. Start in the yellow pages under meat processing. You can also find out if there are any local livestock auction barns--they could tell you where to go for bulk meats...

 

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Unpasted Wallpaper?
You could always use the contact paper without removing the backing---that is usually what I do, as it is difficult to find wallpaper that isnt expensive in a rural area. There is cheap contact type paper at all of our dollar stores. I keep it down in the drawers...

 

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Children's Gift Ideas for Mother's Day?
They could make a photo album for mother, out of pictures that have duplicates, extra school pictures, etc. Put into a binder that they made from construction paper. Everyone always ends up with lots of extra copies of pics. While looking thru the family photo...

 

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Is Dog Breeding Cruel?
It is cruel if the dog is being bred only to make money, without regard for where the pups will go, who will take care of them, etc. It is cruel if dogs are allowed to breed indiscriminately, having pups all the time that the owners dont want, and dumping them...

 

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Efficient Placement of Small Kitchen Appliances?
Our coffee pot is on the counter near the sink, and the coffee supplies are kept in the cabinet above. The toaster and microwave are between the fridge and stove. I guess there could be a perfect placement for time efficiency, but I have never needed to be...

 

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Pitbull Protection Training?
I agree with Robyn--pitbulls can be wonderful dogs, but in just the genetics, their jaws are much stronger than the run of the mill dog, and could end up being a liability for you if trained certain ways.

 

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Using Wallpaper to Line Drawers?
It is really not a good idea to paste wallpaper into wooden drawers. You can cut the paper to size, and tack it in with thumb tacks,or the removable adhesive that is used to hang paper posters on the wall. I always used the cheap contact paper, and did not...

 

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Making Crunchy Canned Pickles?
I never had a problem, as long as I used a recipe that called for soaking them in alum; a lot of old recipes for pickles have this step. Good luck!

 

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Decorating the Deck for My Wedding?
Net by the yard is really cheap at Walmart, and avail in a color I am sure will match your colors. Buy yardage of that, and twist with twinkle lights, then hang on the railing, or if there isnt one, on the edge of the roof. Nice candle holders can be made from...

 

Door hanging between trees in the garden.

Garden Door Decor
That is so pretty, and the cords dont damage the trees as wire or nails would. I can see a lot of ides. Spray painting the door for certain areas to match flowers. Thanks for the pic!

 

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Puppy Won't Stop Barking?
Probably the very fact that the pup is a rescue one is exactly why it barks - it is lonely. I hope some of the above tips help you!

 

Low Cost Insulin for Cats?
Have you checked with his vet to see if there is any assistance? You can also check at any local animal rescues, or shelters, to see if they have any assistance.

 

Plastic Outdoor Chairs Feel Gritty?
No offense intended, but they were probably low quality to begin with. This happens on cheaper auto interiors, mostly on the inside door arm rests, and center consoles. I have had an old Olds do that. I dont know of anything that will change it---I tried the...

 

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Home Remedy For Foot Calluses?
The only thing I really know for you to try, is to soak in the tub or shower with your regular bath. Dry feet off well. You will have to buy one of those ped egg type things---Walmart has several from other companies that work the same. One layer has a metal...

 

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Cleaning With Lemon Juice?
I would think that of anything to clean with, lemon juice and baking soda would not harm the surface. You could try a tiny dab on a spot, then wipe off to see what happens, before going all out with major cleaning.

 

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Decorating a T-Shirt ?
Fabric paint works well, along with iron on letters. It just depends on what you like, and what the purpose is for.

 

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Recipes Using Eggplants?
Some friends of ours in south Lousiana used to peel them, cut them into cubes, season with a little salt, and boil until done. Then they would let it cool, and freeze in zip bags. I asked them why---they use it for stuffing in place of bread or crumbs. You...

 

What Breed is My Dog?
She looks like a German Shepherd mix. How old was she when you got her? We have had a problem like that with 2 dogs we got when they were about 4months old---had very little human contact. They seemed happy to be around us, but would never come when called...

 

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Maintaining Your Air Conditioner?
Most filters can be cleaned in the tub or shower, or outside with the hose, and reused. You can also buy replacement filters. An airconditioner annual service though is much more than just cleaning filters, or at least it should be. The person should inspect...

 

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Looking for a Safe Internal Flea Treatment?
I have read that garlic and brewers yeast are good for that. I have never tried them, but a few minutes of research on the Net should give you all you need to know. Good luck!

 

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Printer Message: Not Communicating With Computer?
If you still have problems with it after all of the other suggestions, consider the age of your current printer, then check out the prices of some new ones. The last one that I had trouble with was out of warranty, nothing we did fixed it, and repair would...

 

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Grass Growing in Cracks in Concrete?
You may need to try several things to get the job done. Spray or pour on straight vinegar, let that do its job. Then use something pointy, like a small hand garden trowel, to dig into the cracks and pull out that dirt and dried grasses. Then fill in with sand...

 

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How Do You Clean Baked On Food on a Pyrex Casserole Dish?
If the stain is in instead of on the glass, then you may be stuck with it.

 

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Buying The Works Cleaners?
I have seen that at some of our local dollar stores, like Family dollar, Freds and Dollar General. It can be found where there is Greased Lightning cleaner as well.

 

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Crochet Giant Football Bed Cover?
If you could figure out how to crochet just the brown football oval, it would be easy to go back over that with white yarn in a large eyed needle to sew over the brown to make the design for the football. My mother in law crochets dolls, and she cant put the...

 

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Surprising My Boyfriend With a Vacation?
You could tell him that you won some tickets to Sea World (or whatever attraction/park/etc is there) from an online contest. Completely forget about the fact that his friend lives there. If he says, oh we could go see my buddy Dave, say yeah, that would be...

 

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Squirrels Eating Flowers?
Cedar squares like you hang in closets will help as well. Put them on top of your planters. And rubber snakes, as long as you remember they are there! And fake owls work for a while.

 

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Shaving a Dog?
Be careful cutting your dogs hair with people clippers. It really depends on the type of coat he has. I tried it years ago on my Australian Shepherd dog, but didnt think twice about his coat--they have a double coat with fine downy hairs near the skin, and...

 

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Shaving a Dog?
Be careful cutting your dogs hair with people clippers. It really depends on the type of coat he has. I tried it years ago on my Australian Shepherd dog, but didnt think twice abouthis coat--they have a double coat with fine downy hairs near the skin, and long...

 

Drought Tolerant Vegetables

Drought Tolerant Vegetables
The best thing, not just vegetable, but your ornamentals, bushes, trees, etc, to conserve water, is to use mostly or exclusively the plants that are native to your area. They may not be as attractive as others, but they will do best in the long run.

 

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Window Won't Open?
If it is painted wood, you could spray some WD40 down the channels on each side, let it slide down the sides of the window, and it may open, but I wouldnt do that on unpainted or unsealed wood, as it will stain.

 

Pig and ducks on fence.

Fun Decorations for Your Fence
That is such a great idea! My sister in law used an old bike with the wire basket on front, and did something similar to your wagon; all wonderful and easy for anyone!

 

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Coordinating Two Different Couches?
I like the pillow idea. Buy or make pillows of black suede type fabric, and beige leather type fabric, and line the back or arms of each sofa with alternating colors---this way the textures and colors will not be matchy, but similar.

 

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Diet Advice for a Puppy Recovering from Parvo?
I am sure that the vet that treated your dog would be happy to give suggestions. I had one that would get sick often, but not with Parvo, and our vet always said to feed mild foods, like soft boiled chicken, unseasoned, use the thigh meat, and yogurt. He just...

 

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Hemming the Neck of a T-shirt ?
I am not sure what you mean? Are you wanting to make a neck with the ribbing like a store bought tee, or cut the neckline where it is not so high? Tee shirt fabric is so thin, that to just make a seam, you need to either fold or roll it with a small seam, and...

 

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Keeping Your House Smelling Nice With Smokers?
I mean no offense, but I grew up with 2 heavy smokers, and we lost our sense of smell. I never noticed until I got married and moved out! I dont think you keep a house smelling clean, as long as people smoke indoors daily. When I have visitors that insist on...

 

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Housewarming Gift Ideas?
What about something that really does warm a house? An inexpensive large plastic bowl filled with different flavors of microwave popcorn, a nicely scented larger candle and some kitchen matches, and a TV guide type book, or local newspaper, college paper, etc...

 

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Lamp Shade Ideas?
I think some burlap would like nice, it would look rustic with the glass and wrought iron, and then you could trim it out with some ribbon to match or coordinate with the color of the glass or the decor. You could whip stitch the burlap onto the existing shade...

 

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Paying for a Tummy Tuck?
I will be praying for you. I know a lot of people will read and think. There isnt a need for that! It may not be life saving, but it would help your pain, and self esteem. I am hoping someone will be able to help you out. You could also try asking at your doctors...

 

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Reuse Sheer Curtains for Garden Shade
They would also be good to do something similar on a porch. Just sew them up with fishing line, top and bottom, to make a simple shade so it isnt so bad with the sun angles.

 

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Keep a Greeting Card File
You can also buy the little boxes of general grettings, some stores have them at 20 for $1. I remove these from the boxes, and turn them sideways in a shoe box, using the cut up boxes to make dividers, then label them sympathy, female birthday, boy birthday...

 

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Birds Eating Tomato Plants?
You could try hanging toy rubber snakes on your plants. They help, but then you or someone else may forget they are there, and have a whole different set of problems!

 

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Saving Money When Shopping?
I started out using coupons, but after losing 2 days per month, I started using store brands almost exclusively. There are a few things that taste different, or perform different, such as cleaning products. I can easily tell the difference in a $1 bottle of...

 

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Saving Money When Shopping?
Couponing works for some yes, if you live in an area that makes it easy. I live in a rural area, and our stores limit coupon doubling, do not offer it regularly, and are generally priced higher in the first place. It would make sense yes, to coupon regularly...

 

My Frugal Life: Starting With Sewing
It sounds like you and your husband have a wonderful plan, taking care of yourselves, each other, and your kids---not just having kids and expecting the government to provide for you! The best memories your kids will have, are of the things they did with you...

 

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Repurposing an Old Basketball Goal Post With No Backboard?
I like the flagpole idea, but my favorite one is actually with the photo of the moblie home paradise! Kidding aside, I know that neighborhoods that have homeowners assoc are supposed to be nicer, better, safer, etc, but all they do is cost you money. That is...

 

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Advice on Buying a New Washer?
I prefer Kenmore, have had other brands in the past, but prefer Kenmore. I also prefer the type with just plain twisting knobs, that have been around for years. I feel for a nice looking Kenmore, only to have the electronic panel fry out and need replacing...

 

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Split Pea Soup on a Liquid Diet?
It depends on if you were ordered a clear liquid, which is anything that you can read through, or full liquid, which is anything that is liquid when it is at room temperature. This includes ice cream and sherbert.

 

Brindle colored dog.

What Breed is My Puppy?
Alot of people say that the brindling (striping) means they are a mixed breed dog. Look inside her mouth---is it all or partially black? She could be either a full or part black mouth cur, which is a good hunting dog, but they are also wonderful plain old pets...

 

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Weight Loss Advice for a Teen ?
I used to use the soup diet. It doesnt have long lasting results, but the soup is actually very good! I used a large can of V8 type spicy juice, large can of chopped tomatoes, 2 large chopped onions, 2 large chopped bell peppers, 9 large celery stalks sliced...

 

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Stay Thin Spaghetti
This sounds delicious! I am thankful that you had an inspiration.I love all of those, but had never ever dreamed of using in place of noodles.

 

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Preventing a Knife from Getting Rusty?
I have a set of knives like that. I clean them with steel wool and cold water, dry well, then rub a little bit of olive oil on the blades, and wipe off with a paper towel. Then I wrap them in a microfiber cleaning cloth, and store in my knife drawer till time...

 

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"Thrifty Delights"
I am so glad to see this! They taste so great, but are just a bit too expensive. Reminded me of making Easy Bake Oven cakes as a child, and not cooking them all the way! Thanks to you so much for your effort. I will have to give these a try!

 

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Getting Rid of Odor in Bathroom?
It could be the wax ring under the toilet that is loose or needs replacing. It can leak liquid and smell if it is.

 

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