Preserving Old Prints?We have two printed pictures that are about 50 years old. They were my husband's grandfather's. I don't care for them, however, I'll never get rid of them : ) My husband loves them and we are trying to find a place to hang them. Is there a way to preserve them so we can hang them in the garage?
Pizza Dough Freezer Recipe?I am looking for a pizza dough recipe. We like thin pizza and would like to make pizzas up in advance and freeze them. Any recipes that you'd like to share?
Playdough Recipe?I am looking for a playdough recipe that I can bake. I've tried the salt dough before and it never works out. Any ideas? Thanks.
Protecting Old Art Prints?We have some large old prints that I want to be able to preserve but also put them in our garage. I don't want them in my home. LOL! They are my husband's grandfather's. Any ideas of what I can do?
Inexpensive Decor Items For New Home?We are building a new home and I would like to start with some new decor. Does anyone know of places where I can get relatively inexpensive items that have a quality look? I don't have a lot of time to go window shopping and thought I could get some ideas here. I am also interested in online stores. Thank you!
Shopping for an iPod?I would like to get an iPod but I have no idea where to look. The different types are very confusing. Does anyone have suggestions for a site that can explain the various models? Thanks!
Bible Based Preschool Mom's Message Board?Does anyone know of a message board/site that is for preschool moms, that is Biblical based? Thanks.
Keeping Embroidery Threads In Place?I have a bag that is embroidered and the thread is getting caught on items and it is also starting to get fuzzy. Is there anything I can spray on it to hold the thread in place. I thought about hairspray? Would that work? Any suggestions? Thanks!
Fertilizing Transplanted Plants?I have a ton of transplanted plants and I am wondering what do I do to fertilize them. When? How often? What brand? I dug them up Saturday and planted most of them Sunday and will finish the rest by Wednesday.
How Do you Calculate Nutritional Information?Does anyone know if there is a website that I can enter in food ingredients and it will calculate the nutritional value?
Buying an iPod?I want to buy an iPod but I have no idea where to begin looking. I just need something basic. Any suggestions? Thanks.
Homemade Spray On Conditioner?I want to make my own spray on, leave in hair conditioner with sunscreen. I would like to know if anyone has a recipe to make this?
Can I Substitute Tomato Juice for Tomato Sauce in Recipes?I need a lot of tomato sauce for my OAMC (once a month cooking) sessions and I have tons of tomato juice and V8. Can I use this instead of tomato sauce (which I'd have to buy)? I know the V8 has more flavor and it's fine with me. I am thinking about the consistency.
Recipe for Pancake Batter with Maple Syrup Flavor?I use to buy Jiffy pancake mix in the small boxes and loved it because they added maple syrup (or flavoring) to it. I can no longer find them in the stores here. I've tried adding syrup to the batter and it does not work out. Does anyone have a recipe for these?
Becoming a Medical Transcriptionist?I am thinking of getting into medical transcription. Any suggestions or advice? I would like to take classes online so I can still work while I am in school.
Best Waterproof Mascara?My daughter is getting married next weekend and I can not find a waterprrof mascara that will stay on and not smudge! I have tried so many kinds and am willing to pay whatever I need to to find one that will work. Please tell me your best choice for a waterproof mascara is,as there has to be some I have't tried.
Kitchen Appliance Advice?I'd like to get some small kitchen appliances and change the way we've been cooking. I'd love your suggestions and other ideas. Here is what I am thinking about...
Freezing Meals Containing Cream Soups?I am expanding what I cook to put in the freezer and have a few questions.
Cooking Dry Beans?I've been using them for years, but it seems lately, I can't get the beans to the right texture. I've been doing the quick soak method. Should I try the overnight method? Any other suggestions?
Gift Note Ideas?I need a note or words for a note to write on a gift. I am giving an anonymous gift (a shirt, wal-mart gift card and a few small items) to a student who is a foster child and is having some tough issues to deal with right now.
Can I Save Money Making My Own Baby Food?I am thinking about making baby food for our second child so at the store today I checked out the frozen fruit choices. I was amazed that 2 pounds of peaches were $4. Am I missing something?
Reviews of The Ultimate Sweater Machine?Does anyone own one of these? Does it produce a quality, hand made product? I've been debating about getting one of these for years and I can't decide.
Preventing Staining on a Bib?Is there anything I can put on a cross stitched bib to prevent some of the staining?
Debbi Meyer's Green Bags?Has anyone purchased Debbi Meyer's Green Bags? I've read mixed reviews.
What Kind of Paper Can I Use in a Lite Brite?What can I use for paper in a Lite Brite? I am looking for something I don't have to spend a lot of money on. Thanks!
Cleaning Gunk Around Faucets?I am trying to clean the "gunk" that settles around the base of the faucets and I can't get it off. Anyone know how to do this effectively?
Selling Gift Cards on eBay?I have about 10 gift cards that I am going to be selling on eBay. I have the value of each card and I will list that in the auction. How do I know that the person who buys it from me wouldn't come back and say that the amount stated in the auction is different on the card.
Shelf Life of Cosmetics?I have a bunch of new Physicians Formula makeup and I really love this brand. How long does sealed powder (loose foundation powder and bronzers) makeup last? Thanks!
Grade School Science Project Website?I am looking for a website that has quality, low cost (or free using stuff at home) easy science projects and/or experiments for a first or second grader. Any recommendations? Thanks.
Work from Home: "Disciples Cross" Reviews?Does anyone work at home with Disciples Cross? Is there any other work at home that does not including enrolling or selling anything? Ebay is ok! Thanks.
Cheap or Homemade Anti-aging Products?I am looking for a great anti aging product and one that is preferably inexpensive.
Does the Neckline Slimmer Really Work?Has anyone bought the Neckline Slimmer, as seen on TV? I'm thinking about buying it and wondered what people thought who have already bought it. Thanks.
Downloading Free Historical Maps?I am looking for an internet site that I can download free historical maps. I am not having any luck finding one. Can anyone help? Thanks.
Growing Sweet William?I planted some Sweet William from seeds and love it! Do these plants reseed themselves but the plant dies (like a marigold) or does the plant survive and you just cut it back (like a daisy). Thanks so much!
Does making your own laundry soap save you money?I am looking into making my own laundry soap to save some money, but will I really save money? I get my detergent on sale at the discount store and I figure that it costs about 12 cents a load. To me, that is very good.
Morning or Afternoon Kindergarten?This isn't a thrifty questions but I could use some insight. My son will be in Kindergarten this fall and I can't decide between morning and afternoon class. I would love your thoughts and reasons behind your advice.
Vegetables that Freeze Well?I am looking to plant my garden very soon and would like to grow veggies that I can freeze for the winter. What vegetables freeze well?
Healthy Snacks Ideas?I am looking for ideas for very inexpensive, low fat, healthy snacks. I do have access to a microwave at work and not always a fridge. I eat apples and pretzels every day and need something else.
Plants Look Bad After Transplanting?I have transplanted a bunch of plants and they look terrible. How long does it take to know if the they are going to live? It's mostly ground cover and daisies.
Buying Food at Yard Sales?Would you buy food -- new boxes of cereal, cake mixes, canned goods etc -- from a yard sale?
Freezer Recipes for Golden Potatoes?I have a five pound bag of golden potatoes that I need to use. I would love some freezer, tried recipes.
Light Summer Meals?Light Summer Meals. I am looking for some quick and easy, low cost, light summer meals. My husband works nights and needs something easy to eat. I hate cooking and since I am home in the summers, it falls to me to put dinners together.
Buying a Bread Machine New vs. Used?I would like to buy a bread machine and see many at the thrift store. Should I try one of those first or get a new one? Any recommendations on the brand? I don't want to spend a lot of money on it. Thanks!
Substitute Teacher Business Cards?I need a catchy phrase. I am a substitute teacher and have business cards to leave with teachers. I need some word or short phrase, space is limited and the format of the card is weird. The last phrase I used was "Ready to Be Here For You" and I am sick of it. Any suggestions?
Craft Uses for Unflavored Gelatin?I have a ton of Knox unflavored gelatine and wonder what should I do with it? I know I am not going to make jello. Is there a craft my kids can make with it? Any other use?
Toning the Back of My Thighs?I am looking for at home exercises to tone the back of my thighs. Any suggestions?
Making Freezer Jam from Jarred Fruit?I have a bunch of jarred Del Monte fruit and was thinking about making some of it into freezer jam with my daycare kids. Would I simply follow the directions for freezer jam or change it some? Has anyone made this before using jarred fruit? Thank you!
Long Lasting and Moisturizing Lipstick?I am in need of new lipstick and would like to try something new. I am looking for long lasting and moisturizing. I buy lipstick at Rite Aid so I can return it if I need to but it's so confusing with all the brands. Any suggestions?
Recipe for a Dessert Exchange?I am going to a desert exchange for my mom's group and I need the best desert I can make. I have no clue what to make. I never make deserts and am brain dead thinking about this. I don't have any treasured recipes. It needs to serve 14.
Repairing Jeans Pockets?I have some jeans that are well worn and the back pockets are starting to loosen from the jean or starting to make a hole. How can I fix this?
Best Blender for Making Smoothies?I need a new blender. Does anyone have some suggestions on one that is inexpensive. The one I have does not crush ice to make smoothies and that is really the only item we make in the blender. I thought about a smoothie machine, but I want a blender to have if we ever make something else.
Chai Spiced Coffee Creamer Recipe?Chai Spiced coffee creamer Does anyone know how to make this so I could keep it all week?
Shelf Life of Disposable Diapers?I found a few bags of diapers that we never used. They are about 2-3 years old. I am thinking about selling them on Craigslist or to some friends, but are they still good? Thanks.
Teaching Children to Manage Money?We would like to teach our child money management at a young age. I never had any training and have made some really stupid mistakes. He is only five, but he knows a bit about money, coupons, saving, and tithing.
Choosing a Hair Color Brand?My hairstylist told me I should always use the same type or brand of hair color on my hair. I've been doing my own hair for years and always got whatever the best deal. Cost isn't that much of any issue as I am sure I can find whatever brand for a great price.Thanks.
Using Leftover Brewed Coffee on Plants?I have read about using coffee grounds and eggshells for plants, but can I use cooled coffee? I heard someone mention it at a greenhouse, but I don't know how much to use. I usually make 1 TB for 1 cup. Any recommendations?
Trouble Finding Correct Web Page?I am looking for help for my computer. I am the only one who uses it. Two things are happening: when I do either a search engine search or an address bar entry, the resulting page is a porn site. I tried to type in my state official license site for my teaching degree and I get porn. When I try and close it, more pages come up. My security and filtering is set on high. I have no idea how to fix this. Help! I'm sick of porn! My computer also is running so slow and it's less than a year old. Any suggestions? Thanks!
Alternative to Mary Kay Timewise Targeted Action Line Reducer?I have been using Mary Kay Timewise line reducer and it's OK. Is there another product that works better? I really dislike trying things based on the advertisement and then have to return it, buy something else, etc., etc. Thanks.
Printable Games for 4 Year Olds?I am looking to print pre-made file folder games for my four year old. I've found tons of sites that have ideas or games you can purchase, but I am looking for something pre-made that's free. Any suggestions?
Preventing Dry Chicken?I cook and freeze chicken and poultry to use for meals later. I'm finding that the meat is very dry. Any suggestions on how to prevent this from occurring?
What is the best dough for hand ornaments? have a bunch of different recipes to make hand ornaments with my two year old. Rather than trying all these out and seeing which one works the best, I would like to know what ones you try and would recommend.
Teaching a Preschooler Piano?I want to teach my preschooler piano. He's three - should I wait until a bit older to have lessons? I've seen the program you can buy that puts numbers on the keys and the music notes are the numbers - has anyone tried this? He knows his numbers so that would work. Thanks!
Why Do We Keep Our Wedding Dresses?I have a question. Why do you keep your wedding dress? What is the purpose? because we are supposed to? I have mine, will never wear it again and I know no one else will. Why do I have it? Why do you still have yours? Thanks>
Homemade Play-Doh Recipe?I am looking for a tried and true recipe for clay/Play-Doh. I would like to make Christmas ornaments and also press the impression of my kids' hands. I am looking for something that will last as long as possible.
Downloading Free Christian Songs?I am looking for a free legal site where I can download Christian songs.
Growing Lilacs from Clippings?A friend was trimming her lilacs and gave me the trimmings. She told me that I might be able to grow a plant from the clippings. The clippings are fairly large. Can I grow a plant? Is so, how? Thanks!
Companion Flowers for Tulips and Daffodils?I am going to be planting a lot of bulbs, both tulips and daffodils (separately). I am going to be planting these in a few different areas and I am looking for idea of wildflowers/perennial flowers that would look nice with these two different bulb flowers.
Growing Plants on Rock Walls?I have some rock walls that I would like to have sedum and vinca grow in the wall. I've tried adding some dirt and in some places that was easy. But the vinca died, which I thought was supposed to be a hardy plant.
Natural Under Eye Cream?I am looking for a natural, inexpensive under eye cream. I've started using olive oil and other common household items for facial care and love it! Now if I can find under eye care, I'll be so happy! Thanks!
Marigolds Not Blooming?I put out a ton of seed this year which included marigolds. I now have the tallest and healthiest marigolds I have ever seen, but there are no flowers. None at all. I have a least 100 seedlings, healthy and all, and no flowers. what is happening?
Agency Recommendations for Adopting Overseas?We are looking to adopt overseas and we are looking for information on agencies people have used. It's overwhelming and any help would be so greatly appreciated.
Selling Clothing at a Garage Sale?I bought a ton of baby clothes at a bag sale and plan on having a garage sale this summer. Each item of clothing would be a $1. My question is should I leave the tags on... most things are priced between $2.50-$4.