Homemade Upside Down Tomato Planter
Great Idea! Just curious tho - what does the reflective cloth and the sun have to do with anything?
Homemade Hummingbird Nectar?
I have used this mixture for years - 4 cups water to 1 cup sugar.I microwave to dissolve the sugar - stir well - cool and fill my feeders! I do not add red food coloring and it hasnt deterred the hummers. Why would that be harmful? Just curious as to your reasoning...
Homemade Hummingbird Nectar?
I have used this mixture for years - 4 cups water to 1 cup sugar. I microwave to dissolve the sugar -stir well - cool and fill my feeders! I do not add red food coloring and it hasnt deterred the hummers. Why would that be harmful? Just curious as to your reasoning...
Pet Safe Snake Deterrent?
Ive always heard old car batteries keep snakes away (a fence of them, like). Dont know that for a face though. And the mothballs are probably NOT a good idea for animals and children alike (also the environment). Good luck!
Christmas Gift Ideas for Children With Everything?
You could go to the nursing homes/shelter(s) in you area and help serve food. Many folk enjoy seeing the little ones and the older can be a big help. Have them chose from their already gifts or use the amount of money you would have spent and buy for the Toys...
Making Flower Pot People?
Most adobe color type flower pots already have bottom holes. You are just threading the twine/rope through those holes. In fact even the fancy patterned pots already have holes.
Pigeons Building Nest on Apartment Balcony?
I would let them nest. Your son could enjoy the nature process and see baby birds. Otherwise, hang some ribbons or something that will flutter.
Uses for Small Bits of Hand Soap?
I smush all the little pieces into a pump bottle - add lots of water and use in the shower/bath or to wash hands. Keep adding water if it thickens too much and shake when using!
Pinecone Crafts for Kids?
One year I made Christmas wreaths - Take each pine cone and put glitter on - I used spray glue and then green or red glitter in a bag and shook each pine cone. I then screwed little closed hook pins in the bottom of each pine cone and tied Christmas ribbon...
Pay Bills Online Immediately
You can go even further with the green thing and have your bills submitted on-line. You can then have your bank draft payment and you dont have to do a thing but record that the payment has been made. I do this will all my bills - electric, water, mortgage...
Name Ideas for a Neighborhood Fundraising Group?
What Could Be Better Than Heather Bless your hearts for your endeavor. If you need a non-profit suggestion, please check out your local American Cancer Society Relay for Life (not associated in any way with Susan G. Komen). It benefits your own county as well...
Kindle Fire or Nook Color?
I got my Kindle Fire the day they came out. I was advised to get it over the Kindle or the Nook. The cheapest Kindle has ads that run constantly...so beware. The Fire is just like a computer or an I-pad (a lot less expensive) and you can do everything on it...
Cleaning Rust Off Fridge Door?
I would try one of the erasing sponges...should work. Then apply a bit of white out or an auto paint pen paint! Good luck
What's the Cheapest Paper Product?
I use inexpensive finger towels for napkins and they last a long time; then I use them in the kitchen as rags, then to the bathroom to clean the toilet and then I toss em. I hardly use paper towels (use rags, etc) but I do use them to wipe my greasy pots and...
Clean Teak Wood With Ammonia
Sounds great...but can amonia be used on teak furniture - dining table for example? Thanks!
Refilled Printer Ink Volume?
The thing I do is date the cartridge when I insert it and then when it runs out I see how long it has lasted. Most refills last a good while and are a good deal compared to the price of them!
Identifying Recycle Items?
To tell tin from aluminum, just use a magnet. If a magnet sticks, its not aluminum! Stuck-chuck!
Insulating Sliding Glass Doors Inexpensively?
One entry mentioned bubble wrap. It is very inexpensive and all you have to do is spray a little water on the glass and stick the bubble wrap up. It will stay for a very long time and if it does come down, just re-wet and re-stick! It makes a good insulator...
Keeping a Play Table from Moving on Carpet?
Get some skid proof carpet backing or some rubber-like shelf liner and put a square piece under each table leg. Should do the trick!
Crafts Using Styrofoam Trays?
I use the trays to hold all the elements of whatever project I am working on at the time - papers, glue, scissors, embellishments, etc. I can stack the trays for the different projects (never able to do just one thing at a time) and have everything on hand...
Branches Falling Off Sweet Gum Tree?
We finally got rid of the sweet gum tree in our yard. I think it was about 30 years old and such a pain in the. My husband hated it from day one (weve been in the house 2 years now) and finally paid to have it cut down. It was a beautiful shade tree but the...
Concerns With Sweet Gum Tree?
We finally got rid of the sweet gum tree in our yard. I think it was about 30 years old and such a pain in the. My husband hated it from day one (weve been in the house 2 years now) and finally paid to have it cut down. It was a beautiful shade tree but the...
Songbird Feeder
I like this... (No LIKE button to press - LOL) (b)Editors Note:(/b)There is a thumbs up.
Removing Sticky Price Label Residue on Boxes?
You can also sprinkle a bit of talc or baby powder on it.
Take Picture of List with Cell Phone
Great idea. I found a free app that I can make my grocery list with. I can keep always items and check them off and I can add to my list the once items and not have to worry about them again. I love apps!
Adult Child in a Toxic Relationship is Very Demanding of Time?
You cannot change her, she will have to realize it on her own (just like an alcoholic or drug dependent person). Tough love is the only way you will survive. It is not easy, but you cannot continue to support her by being there every minute she wants to talk...
How Do I Neutralize Juglone Before Planting Vegetables?
What is juglone? Cant find in any dictionary.
Washer Leaves Lint on My Clothes?
I read a hint here on Thirfty Fun, buy a yard of nylon netting (cheap) unfold it and put in your dryer with linted clothing. It works!
Where Can I Buy a Frame for a Bathroom Mirror?
You can just buy some molding at any hardware type store. Ask them to miter it and use that. Or if not able to get straight molding mitered, buy those little caps to fit in the corners that make it look like fancy molding. Good luck.
Black Spots in Sink?
Looks like something is crawling down into the sink. If it was clean that morning and not used - how did it get from the edge of the sink to the drain? That wouldnt be dripping water I would think.
Uses For Shoe Boxes?
We used shoe boxes to send Christmas boxes to children overseas through BMMI (Baptists). Franklin Grahams organization also sends Christmas shoe boxes to children. So Id check with a local church to see if they need them. The organizations are getting pretty...
Why is My Cactus Turning Yellow?
My dad always said dont water cacti unless it is raining in the Arizona desert.
Craft Ideas for Ivory Piano Keys?
Just a note on book marks. These keys would be pretty thick and most book marks are detrimental to our books! Even the paper ones are not all that good to use. Just saying.
Utilizing the Wasted Space in Corner Kitchen Cabinets?
I have lazy susans in my corner cabinets and I hate them. My house is about 30 years old and I guess these cabinets are too. The two tiered top, susan is coming down and the bottom tier is almost laying on the floor of the cabinet. There is no way to get the...
Make Your Own Postcards?
I use my word processing program...under labels. But you can just take a sheet of 8.5 x 11 cardstock and cut it fourths. Each piece is a post card legal size. I put the entire sheet (page 1) in my printer and use my computer graphics to print something cute...
How Can I Remove a Tree Stump?
We had one stump and was able to have it ground. If you have several it gets costly. A friend puts a barrel (not wood or plastic) over his stump and keeps a constant fire going - mostly coals. It takes a bit of time but it works!
Drilling Glass?
You need a diamond drill bit. There are several sizes, just depends on what you are going to put through the hole. I make night lights with very small wine bottles, drill a hold about 1/2 inch from the bottom of the glass on one side and then stuff a 25 light...
Replacing a Woodburning Fireplace Insert with a Gas Insert?
There shouldnt be any problem. The insert fits inside the fireplace opening and is sealed off with insulation on the outside frame. You could also check with a/the place that sells the inserts. They do a great job of keeping the home warm! Enjoy! Only drawback...
Store Garbage and Shredder Under Desk
Why not use your shredder as your trash can also. No need for two cans, thats what I do, there is room around the shredder attachment to put other papers, etc. Just a thought! Merry Christmas
Cleaning the Inside of Clear Glass Christmas Ornaments?
Use a paint brush to get down into the ornament. I just did that. Also used paint brushes to spread the paint inside that just wouldnt move around. Good luck and they make wonderful gifts. I also used tiny thin two sided tape and then glittered (on the outside...
How Do I Remove Hair Dye and Go Naturally Grey?
I just decided to to do this also. My hairdresser bleached my hair (had to do it 2 times). It left a lot of the color I had been dyeing my hair with, but it was lots lighter. The gray was even lighter, but as it is growing back it looks like I just have highlighted...
Removing Dried Urine Around the Toilet Bowl?
I would use rags or even paper towels soaked in vinegar. Keep spraying the cloth to keep it wet and wait a bit -- all should just wipe up then. Good luck!
Ideas for Decorating Office Doors for Christmas?
I would take wide ribbon, use a tack to attach to the top of the door, string 2 strips down the door and tack at the bottom (if you can get to the bottom (use double stick tape if not). Then two strips across the door, tacks again out of sight. Make it look...
LED Tree Lights Are Intermittent?
Most of these type lights have 2 different fuses...one for intermittent and one for constant. See if you can check that out...otherwise - I dunno!
Strep Throat?
Strep is nothing to mess with, I often start getting a sore throat because my sinuses are draining. I take an antihistamine of some sort, a cold pill that will dry me up. Almost always that takes care of it immediately. Just dont mess with is if it doesnt go...
How Do I Keep the Shower Curtain From Blowing in and Sticking to Me?
Put a few magnets or just heavy items in the bottom hem.
Dental Care on a Limited Budget?
We have the same situation and found that going to Mexico, you now need a passport, but we got the card one (about $100), not a passport book. It is well worth it to even fly down and get a motel room for major work, a $2000 crown in the US is about $300 in...
Spoon Marks Inside Coffee Mugs?
Try the new fangled sponges that clean just about anything. I use em on my floors (scuffs), on my dry erase board, on my refrigerator that had the plastic wrap marks on it from delivery, those things clean just about anything. Good luck!
Teacher Appreciation Gift Ideas?
I make greeting cards and its so easy to make some note cards for a teacher. Just cut some card stock or construction paper in half, fold the two pieces, stamp, glue, paste, type or even hand write (my hand writing is bad so I always type something (Thanks...
Homemade Gift Ideas for Under $10?
If for Christmas, you can buy the clear ornament balls, pour different color paints into them, roll them around in your hands, let each color dry; start with lightest color to end with white. They are really beautiful and very cheap, especially if you get the...
Remedy for Dry Cough?
Could be fluid buildup (congestive heart failure), could be sinus infection. My mother-in-law just had surgery where the infection had eaten through her bones over her eyes. Had no clue! Check it out first! God Bless.
Locating a Christmas Charity to Support?
I would check with local schools. There are always children who are lacking and you would be keeping it local.
Cleaning an Iron Skillet?
The archives tell you this. Put it in a self cleaning oven for the duration of the clean cycle. Or in the olden days it was put in a campfire cover with coals and hot ashes and left to bake quite a while. I always scrub mine with salt and a paper towel or rag...
Use RainX On Shower Doors?
Its probably etched. Mine is, just clean it best I can usually with a magic scrub sponge.
Ideas for Themed Gift Baskets for School Auction?
A Movie Basket, made with popcorn bags, soft drinks, candy bars/boxes (I love to mix milk duds with my popped corn). A video or two, endless.
Poems Marking the Passing of an Infant?
Thank you all for your input...I knew you guys would come up with some great ideas/words. Just keep praying for this baby and the family. We are counting on God for a miracle!
Fall Decoration Ideas for a Church Homecoming?
You can buy those tiny pumpkins (usually 3 for $1) trying to get several sizes, and spray paint them or just leave them as they are. Add fall foilage and make center pieces or just lay them down the center of the tables. You can buy orange nylon netting (very...
Uses for Salt and Pepper Shakers?
I have several shakers and I put flour in one -- to use when I need just a dusting of flour; I mix salt AND pepper in one for ease in cooking; and I use one for baking soda to clean all sorts of stuff and things.
Keeping Cat Hair Off the Bed?
One way to train the cats to stay off is to put tin foil on the bed, they wont jump on it after they see how uncomfortable and noisy it is! Try it!
Do Thermal Insulated Curtains Really Help?
I found insulated drapes in our new home and yes, they do keep some of the heat out. I also put up bubble wrap in the window, west facing and that helped even more. I have not washed them yet!
Ideas for Making a Composter?
I just made a place against a brick wall. Put stakes to make a small square and then put chicken wire around three sides to leave an opening. I just began putting my scraps (no meats or fats) and dirt from used pots, newspaper, etc. It began to compost almost...
Scrubbing Sponge Left Scratches on Car Windshield?
Probably can be buffed out, may take a professional.
Adjust My Computer's Screen Size?
You can hold down your control key and and use your scroll on the mouse and it will grow or shrink the size.
Keeping a Toilet Seat from Banging When Closed?
Dont you love the lectures? Just by some clear bumper type dots and stick them on the underside of the lid. They are self stick. Oughta do it! Cheap enuf if they dont stay long. Hot glue might do it too, just make dots as you glue.
House Windows Fog Up on the Outside Daily?
I have heard shaving cream (a little on a rag) will keep the fog off your bathroom mirrors. Why not try that?
Uses for Empty Tennis Ball Cans
As Ann Parker stated, those were my first thoughts too! The smell when opening a can of tennis balls should be clue enough to not use for a any food stuff. Just saying.
Can I Use Olive Oil as a Furniture Polish?
I use olive oil and lemon juice...it cleans very well and doesnt linger. Check MCWs link and use that recipe. I like it.
Saving Money on a Trip to the Great Wolf Lodge in Dallas?
Thanks for the great suggestions and advice. Plan to make this an unforgettable stay for our grandkids. I just LOVE this site and all who are so willing to share experiences, etc. Appreciate you!
Finding Someone to Make a Memorial Quilt?
I would check with your local nursing or retirement homes. There are probably many well qualified people there! Good luck!
Fabric Ceiling Has Water Stains?
I would try a little bit of bleach water, lots of water and a tiny bit of bleach. Put it on a q-tip or cotton ball and dab to see if it will work. If you feel lucky you can spray this mixture on the cloth. Should work! Good luck.
Designing Wedding Invitations?
My exact color theme 44 years ago. Today I would use the ink method on a sponge. Someone at a scrapbooking shop cold direct you if you dont have a clue about this type thing. You put the colors you chose on the end of a hard type sponge and then drag it across...
Looking for ESRD Support Groups?
I have no advice, but I am on a prayer chain with an individual who is on his second transplant. If you want to send your e-addy I will pass it on to them. Please know you and your daughter (and your deployed husband) are on my prayer list. I hope you can respond...
Removing Tarnish from Stainless Steel Cutlery?
I put vinegar in my stainless steel cook ware. It takes that color away. Test a small spot first!
Removing Lint and Washing Powder Residue on Laundry?
Another hint is to buy about a yard of nylon netting. I put that in my washer with the clothes as they wash. Somehow it helps reduce the lint. Im pretty sure I found this on TF! I have also put it in the dryer. I just use it over and over till it gets so limp...
Ink from Plastic Bag Transferred onto Washer Top?
Try one of the magic eraser products. Just rub gently and it should come off!
Donating Furniture to Charity in Georgia?
A Domestic Violence organization; churches that help those in need?
Gnats on Plants
Kinda scary that the bugs die instantly after bombing the room. What does that mean for you and your family...ick! I wash my plants down really good before bringing them into the house. If the soil is infected, I would discard and repot immediately. Good luck...
Removing Musty Odor from an Antique Trunk?
They say a bag of charcoal (not saturated with lighting fluid) will remove any smell. Just rip open the bag and leave in the trunk a few days!
Ideas for Thoughtful Inclusions in Get Well Cards?
I have used business cards that I typed my self that say -- HUGS or some such. This is a hug from me, now you pass on the card to another who needs a hug...something like that.
Reviews of Ice Crushers?
I have an ice crusher that I have had for years, an Oster Snowflake; about the size of a iron. BUT when we were kids we used the paper milk cartons (quart), cleaned them thoroughly and filled them with water then froze them. We then took a hammer and beat the...
Having Dental Work Done in Mexico?
One other thought, you have to have a passport. We got the little one. Can only cross American borders or go on cruises -- no flying. Costs a lot less than a full fledged passport. Also we are very happy with our dentist in Mexico (we live in Arkansas). Our...
Solar Panels On Our House
How does one go about getting solar panels? Is it expensive to begin? Id love to research that and be a real green family. Sounds wonderful for you and yours.
Becoming a Medical Transcriptionist?
My daughter took the courses at our local community college - with promises of job placement. Of course, there were no jobs when she completed the course. It is highly competitive I guess and no one was hiring. This did encourage her to go on and take courses...
Preventing Customers from Changing Prices at a Garage Sale?
It is a garage sale -- you cant expect people to pay huge prices for your old stuff so Id treat each category of items - like all kitchen items one price (red sticker), all bath items one price (blue stickers), all clothing one price (green stickers)etc. Using...
Wax Inside Hurricane Glass Candle Holder?
Put em in the freezer and after an hour or so the wax should just pop out!
Nursing Home Gift Basket Ideas?
We do Christmas baskets every year for our nursing homes. We put lotions, combs, socks, toothbrushes/paste, fruit, etc.
Advice for Buying Wind Chimes?
We have quite a few chimes of all types in our yard. some have been up 10 years or more; metal, bamboo, copper, pipe. They all look very weathered (some are not so pretty looking now) but they all still make beautiful music! So I believe any type you get you...
Cleaning Seashells?
We were always told to leave them outside and let the critters clean them. Takes a few weeks. Then wash them by soaking in a weak bleach solution.
Kitchen With Oak Cabinets?
If you must have a rug under your table it should be a bit larger. At least where the legs of the chairs sit on it. All the wood seems to match. I wouldnt change that. The black top table sounds nice too, but it will show all the stains and food drippings! from...
Cleaning and Sanitizing Towels Supplied at School Pool?
I wouldnt even use the dryer sheets. They only coat the towels and make then less absorbent.
Freezing Pampered Chef Casserole Dishes?
One good way to keep your cookware free is to line it with a good heavy foil and wrap the casserole in it, freeze, and then remove from the cookware. It will store as it in the container and you still have your cookware to use again.
Easy Candle Making Instructions?
Did this for vacation Bible School - buy the block wax. Chip it up a bit and then put in an old camping coffee pot. Put that pot in a larger pot of hot water. We used an electric skillet with about 1 inch of water in it. We used pint milk cartons, made intentions...
Finding Free Fill Dirt for the Garden?
Our town has good compost and dirt for about $10 a pickup load -- not sure what the real measurement is, but it is good stuff! Call your water plant or waste management company.
Defrosting and Cleaning a Freezer?
I use a large ice chest. Unplug the appliance and put all the items you can in the chest. By then the ice is slipping a bit and you can use your hair dryer to hurry it up. quick as a wink it is cleaned and you just put the stuff back in. Be sure to discard...
Pears Falling Off Tree Before They Ripen?
Our pear tree was so abundant every year but then we would find a pear here and a pear there with one bite out of it. Then one day we found the entire tree bare. never saw the culprit (even thought it might be a neighbor - but they would have had to have a...
Caring for a Pothos Vine?
I love pothos because it is very easy to propagate. I took cuttings and put them in nice size pots every spring and we were able to use the new plants for hospital and nursing home visits. It grows nicely. I always kept the long runners trimmed to bulk up the...
Squirrels Eating Plants?
We have used cayenne pepper for most of the critters who visit us. It keeps the critters away and doesnt hurt the plants. Just sprinkle a generous amount around and see if that does it. Also works for deer.
Ceramic Cooktop Scraper?
I use an old credit card, and I used vinegar and baking soda to clean. I had a bottle of the real cleaner and only used it if nothing else cleaned the top. Good luck!
Unable to Print From Print House 4?
I dont know Print House, but my Print Shop 22 has done the same thing. I have removed it and for some reason cannot get it back on - some file is missing. I have had this problem with Print Shop since I started using it - Print Shop 10 or so - every few years...
Cleaning the Bathtub with Baking Soda?
I keep a container of baking soda in my bathroom (in a cheese shaker) and I use the cheapest shampoo I can find (usually a gallon jug from Sallys Beauty Supply). I just sprinkle the soda (doesnt take much - your judgement) in the bottom of the tub and pour...
Cleaning a Textured Tub?
I used regular gel type toilet bowl cleaner. I poured in into the tub, used a broom to spread and scrub, let it sit for quite a while (overnight actually) and the next day when I rinsed...it was clean!
Is it OK to Put a Refrigerator in the Garage?
We have always kept a fridge in our garage. It has worked well. The only problem is the older appliance will suck the electricity. So is that is a concern, dont do it. Otherwise, it will keep doing well. We mostly keep sodas and extra condiments in it. I also...
Removing a Fold Line from a Plastic Stencil?
The iron is a good idea. Might try blow dryer while smoothing with a bone tool or big spoon.
Attaching Grapes to Wine Bottles?
I just use my glue gun to attach flowers, bows, etc. to wine bottles (glass). I guess you could also use rubber cement. Seems to work fine!
Customer Reviews of DirectBuy Warehouse?
Thanks for your input. Had no idea the $ involved, and as stated I can do pretty good just researching prices. Appreciate you guys! What a site, huh?
Uses for Used Paper?
Depends on type of paper If letter type paper not printed on both sides, reuse in your printer for at home items you print off. Let children draw/color on; Use to make more paper - for crafting, etc. Look up making paper, fun and exciting craft! If newspaper...
Recycling Poinsettias
We take our weekly bouquet of flowers from the altar each week and make individual bud vases out of the presentable flowers and then take them to our shut-ins or those in the hospitals. If the bouquet is not suitable for individual bud vases we then take the...
Decor for Easter Day Church Event?
I used the plastic eggs - separate the pieces and use the larger bottom. I used a small ring of pretty paper glued to the bottom to make them stand or you can put a bit of putty or a circle of glue on the bottom to make it sit straight. Put a tiny bit of floral...
Using a Steam Cleaner on Microfiber?
I just use a windex type cleaner and a coarse wash cloth. Just scrub em clean. No rinsing or other needed.
Bleach Stains in Whirlpool Bathtub?
Ive used the liquid toilet bowl cleaner on a badly stained bath tub. I scrubbed it in with a broom and then left overnight. It came out good as new when nothing else would help.
Cleaning Micro Suede Couch?
I use a windex type cleaner and a coarse wash cloth. I have used one of those eraser sponges to get nail polish off my leather couch -- may work on micro.
Polishing Wood Furniture
?
I make my own and I like this one -- the dirt that the cloth picks up is awesome. Furniture cleaner 1 C olive oil AND &frac; C lemon juice OR &frac; C White vinegar put in a spray bottle - spray on cloth
Letting Gray Hair Color Grow Out?
My beautician suggested I go to a lighter color each time I DO color my hair. Non-permanent works best, until I get to the lightest I can go and the gray blends in. Not there yet!
Hair Dye Turns Scalp Pink?
I have very thin hair on top and my hair dresser has a product that you sprinkle on your scalp that blends in with the color of your hair. It works wonders and makes me look like I have a fuller head of hair -- its called XFusion. It has little hair fibers...
Keepsake Teddy Bear from Loved One's Clothing
This is great. We had our fathers bath robe made into 3 Teddy Bears. They were our Hershey Bears. Hershey Bear made it to my daughters weddings and our family reunions. It was just as if Daddy was with us. Hes in all the photos.
Heartburn Remedies?
I drink buttermilk, yup. Just plain milk causes heartburn or reflux, but a small buttermilk just before bed helps me.
Micro Fiber Furniture and Pets?
I have a microfiber recliner and I find it cleans very easily with just a damp rag. I have used window cleaner sprayed on a cloth and wipe/scrub. It does very nicely. Put on a pair of rubber gloves and just rub the shedding hair off. Good luck!
Is There a Difference Between the Rehearsal and Groom's Dinner?
Never heard of a grooms dinner either. The rehearsal dinner could/should be a fun affair before all the seriousness of the actual wedding occurs! Keep it simple and fun.
Alternative to Print Shop Software?
I have done the un- and re- installing, but not the older version thing. will try that. Have even done system restore back to a week. I HATE Broderbund! Always have this problem after a few years of use! THANKS!
Cheering Up a Friend with Cancer?
My husband got cheery and meaningful cards from friends and family ...some weekly! Nice to know they were thinking of us!
Inexpensive Christmas Gift Ideas For Children?
Why not do a little photo album of you, his dad and all the things you do together? Including other family members in the photos would be great too. It would be just his little album.
Problems Starting 2000 Tundra?
Thanks for the feedback. Will keep this in mind. It was the computer (duh) and costs about $500 to fix! But we have had the truck for 9 years and this is the first expense! So we are praising the Lord it wasnt worse!
New Children's Furniture Smells Bad?
I would insist they take it back. Doesnt matter if no one else complained - you are! It could be toxic, especially if made in China! As the other posts indicated they had reactions to some type of toxic element. I would not take chances and insist on them taking...
Pergo Floor Squeaks?
Try sprinkling some baby powder (talc) on the squeaky spots and see what happens. Just sweep into the cracks and then sweep up excess. May have to reapply every once in a while.
Could This Be a Piano Stool?
Yes, it IS a piano stool. It adjusts for height by spinning the seat of the stool around.
Gift Ideas for Operation Christmas Child?
As mentioned you cannot send any liquids, but you can send talc powders, solid perfumes, dry potpourri, Gel pens, small puzzles, stuffed animals, sticky note pads. It is hard to think of items for a teen that would fit in a shoe box! and of course a Bible. The...
Recommendations for Wireless Driveway Alarm?
I used one when we lived quite a ways from anyone else and I could never tell who was coming up to the door. I put the detector up on the carport awning and the ringer inside the washroom. The think went off just about every 20 minutes or so - wild animals...
Inexpensive Christmas Gift Ideas for Nurses?
We are 30 in our Sunday School class and every year it gets more expensive. I have done clear glass ball ornaments with paint poured inside and swished and then written on the outside the year and class name. This year I am quilling angel (just paper and time...
Growing a Tree from a Willow Cutting?
I dont know how to start one but I DO know the one we had (weeping willow) in our yard in Louisiana interfered with the plumbing! they are very invasive and not good near any plumbing lines. Put it far, far away from the house! It was beautiful and I enjoyed...
Electronic Cigarette Reviews?
I heard a report on these cigarettes I think on NPR. I think they are made in China. I would not put anything in my body or on my body made in China. There seems to be too many recalls of dangerous results of their products. Also, I think the nicotine is still...
Looking for 3-D Quilling Designs?
I got quite a few patterns (snowmen, butterfly, etc.) by googling quilling. Quite a few free things out there. Have fun!
Clearing Land and Selling the Trees?
My cousin has a logging man come look at their trees and they decided to wait a bit before selling to them. A few weeks when they returned the gate had been broken down and all their trees were gone. They stole them right out from under their noses so to speak...
Ideas for Raising Money?
I have had pretty good success in asking all my e-mail contacts to mail me $1. I have used this for Cancer Awareness events. A lot of the contacts have no idea who I am (because people DO NOT delete their addresees when forwarding stuff) and said so. But a...
Remember To RSVP To Invitations
It is amazing isnt it? I read in Readers Digest once that the hosts changed the venue after sending out invites. Those who didnt respond and showed up were at the wrong place. I love that and hope to try it one day! I also like leaving the destination off the...
Removing Watermark on an Oak Table?
I just had the same problem on my teak dining table. I put olive oil on a paper towel and rubbed it in then left the towel on the spot for quite a while. It disappeared!
Alternative to Swiffer Duster?
I use the microfiber cloths. You can get them in all sizes; just dampen and wipe away. Then you just throw in the wash!
Good Gift for a Departing Soldier?
The Bible is a good idea, but the Gideons give a Bible to every recruit...also there is a military organization that takes donations and they distribute Bibles also. The phone cards are the best I think, even if stateside. When they get deployed overseas to...
Using Banana Peels?
FIRE ANTS! Rub the inside of a banana peel on the bites -- stops the burning, stops the itching, and the little blisters will not form. You will not know you got into those sorry suckers!
Climbing Rose Advice?
You may have planted it too deep. There is a nodule where the rose was most likely grafted. This graft must be there and able to breathe, if not there your plant will never bloom. If you dont see this knot at ground level you may have cut it off. Im no expert...
Getting Rid of Flies and Ants in Compost Bin?
Dont put anything harmful like poison sprays or dusts, etc. Then it will be in your soil for whatever use you use the compost. Like the previous poster says, be sure you have no meat products, dairy products or oily things. Just vegetable, fruits and yard clippings...
Planning A Low Waste Wedding?
Any left-over food could be donated to a battered womens shelter or Ronald Mcdonald House. The flowers could be donated to a nursing home. Instead of paper napkins use cute finger towels (on the cheap at $$ stores); real dishes could be used. Mismatched is...
Paper Or Plastic Bags?
If you check out this video you will never use a plastic bag for ANYTHING again. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6FcqI_ByY8) I used to use them for my trash cans,dirty diapers, doggie poop, kitchen waste, etc. But now I DO NOT take plastic bags from any store...
Expiration Dates on Canned Goods?
I dont know about the laws, but I too would NOT shop there if they didnt take the bad stuff back. I also make it a habit, if I cant figure out the date that IS on a can (some sort of code), I call the manufacturer right then and there and query the item. Most...
Natural Alternative For Treatment Of Acid Reflux?
I drink a small glass of buttermilk every night before going to bed (usually when it hits me the worst). At least 6 ounces. But then I love buttermilk.
Soda Pop Rings for Cash?
I collect all the rings I can, our local school gets them and with the amount they do collect, they turn in for money! This year ONE class received over $400. So find out if your local schools collect them.
Shower Smells Like Rotten Eggs?
Are you on well water? The well itself needs cleaning. Call a plumber or check on line how to do that. My bro-in-law had this problem for years and when replacing the pump found that the pump and line down into the well was full of moldy, stinky stuff. They...
Saving on Car Washing?
I read about this tip; use a tank sprayer (like for bug spraying). The fellow said he filled it with water, wet down the car, I dont think he even used soap. Used a brush or cloth that would not scratch the auto and then sprayed it clean. Very little waste...
