Inexpensive Reception Locations in Pittsburgh, PA?
Olympia Hall in East Pittsburgh, PA. My daughters wedding was there 3 years ago. They have the most gorgeous painted restroom, too! They have their own linens, lighting and decorations, nice dance floor.
Stinky Towels?
I had a similar problem and discovered that I wasnt getting my towels dry enough before taking them out of the dryer. They were getting a musty/mildewy sort of smell folded in the cupboard. Now, I leave them in the dryer (I use the highest heat setting) an...
Reuse Hand Pumps
I have baby oil in one. Are they food grade containers? Be careful to check this before putting food in them. I do have mouthwash/peroxide mix in one also. It takes 8 squirts to fill the little cup!
Uses for Back to School Items for Adults?
I use clear sided pencil cases to store power supply, cords, floppy drive etc for my laptop computer. Keeps them neat. Rigid plastic cases store extra batteries in a drawer, rolls of tape (I have different colors) etc. Crayons can be used to color wax when...
Free Attractions When Driving from Texas to California?
As soon as you cross a state line on an Interstate highway, stop at the first rest stop. It is usually a Welcome Center. There you can get free state roadmaps, booklets and brochures of attractions. The maps often have parks listed. Have a great trip!
Product Review: Riddex Plug-in Repeller
If the device is attracting bugs, then theyre not in the rest of the house.
Graduation Thank You Note Ideas?
What about making a card in the design of a dust jacket with an appropriate title etc. Maybe you could scan one, shrink it and print it out and put your thanks inside. Or you could incorporate the computer reference side of libraries somehow - maybe like a...
Finding a Job That Will Pay for School?
The military is an excellent way to get a paid for education. Check out the recruiters in all the branches for the best route for you.
Copier Ink on 3-Ring Binders?
A spritz of WD-40 has worked for me on occasion to get inks off binders.
Restoring a Clarinet's Finish?
I am a clarinet player and have 2 lamps that I made from old clarinets. One is bright and shiny black with shiny keys and the other is dulled as you describe and the keys appear tarnished. Neither is made of real wood. It sounds as if the clarinet you have...
Preventing Tears in a Screen Door?
My cat was ripping the screen and we tried many things. Finally, I was at Busy Beaver one day and saw a storm door with the screen on the top and glass on the bottom. Bought one for the front door and one for the back door and never looked back! Ive had them...
Making a 3-D Whale?
Google origami whale and use a large sheet of paper (maybe posterboard could be made to work?), or make small ones for each child or have the older kids make them themselves
Carry an Empty Water Bottle Through Airport Security
Do not use a bottled water bottle. Instead, use a reusable plastic bottle sold specifically for beverages (they sometimes have advertising on them). Some have straw tops, others have a pull out cap. Put it in your carry on without the lid screwed on. It should...
Moldy Smell in Tupperware?
You could try washing it out with peroxide. It got rid of the mold/mildew on some clarinet reeds I have. Polly from Turtle Creek
Car Flag Holders?
I suggest you could contact a funeral home. They have car flags for their processions and would know where to get them. They might even help out with paying for them!
Making Children's Dress-Up Costumes?
Last week I saw fairy wings at our Just a Buck store. I would start there (your local dollar stores). Look for nightgowns and slips at Goodwill etc. Ive found lingerie to be great for fairy and princess costumes. Sometimes they can be gathered and pinned into...
Dyeing Sheer Curtains a Different Color?
I dyed a lace curtain with water based paint. I wanted a creamy/tan color to blend with my walls so I took a white lace curtain (dont know the fabric content - it was an old curtain) and dipped it in some watered down paint leftover from the walls. The I wrung...
Use Fingerless Gloves for Winter Driving
I have the same problem when I drive of my fingers getting cold. One day I was fiddling around with the vanes in my heater vents and found a setting that blows directly onto my hands on the steering wheel as I drive. Better than any gloves Ive ever tried!
Making Spirit Gifts for High School Dance Team?
Inexpensive hoop earrings, add beads in school colors, stringing them directly on the hoop.
Craft Ideas for Church Yard Sale?
Make stationery using your computer and printer. You can make quarter fold note cards with pictures you have taken (of local landmarks etc. not people!) on the front and Hello from Yourtown inside. Package in a ziplock with 8 folded cards (from regular copier...
Making Towels Soft?
Go to Walmart and buy a sleeve of tennis balls (3 to a pack) Put them in your dryer and tumble them with your towels (I use them in all my loads). Also make sure you shake out your wet laundry before you put it in the dryer (make it crack! in the air). You...
Use Needle Nosed Pliers when Hammering Nails
Two other ways to hold nails, tacks, brads etc 1. Push the nail through a piece of scrap paper or light cardboard, hold the edge of the paper with the brad/tack upright until youve pounded it in. Rip the paper to remove. This is great for starting something...
Crafts Using Old Wedding Dress?
I suggest making a doll gown out of it to display. It would be great to make it in the original style. I had a mink coat left to me by my grandmother but it wasnt really wearable. I had it made into teddy bears and gave one to each of my 3 children. Maybe something...
Reusing Ceramic Soap Dispensers?
I bought two ceramic elephants that had a cap in the middle of the back. I have no idea what was in them originally but I took a pump from an empty lotion bottle, cut the tube to fit in my elephant and set the pump cap on the threaded part. (pump does not have...
Lid Covers Prevent the Toilet Seat from Staying Up?
Those are good ideas for the lid to stay up. I need to know how to keep the seat up (for the men). The lid stays up okay. Polly G
Reusing Plastic Pens?
You could try making pan flutes. Ive never done this but its a thought. Finger over the top will let you transport small amounts of liquid. Cut them up and make beads for kids to use crafting. Pea shooter? Stockade fence in a Lego village. Easy carry handle...
Keeping Slipcovers on Sofa?
Twist pins - available at fabric stores and elsewhere. Im sitting on a chair that has them now - theyve been there to hold on the slip cover for over a year and I sit on this chair every day!
Storing Large Toys?
Hang them from the garage ceiling. Or, you can get a shelf system that attaches to the ceiling, install it, then store them there. Or how about letting another child use them for a while until you need them again? Polly G
Hanging Holly Under Windows?
Try tying your holly spray with a couple of long strings, open the window, put the spray outside, close the window on the strings (maybe you could tie another decoration on the inside to weight it...Hmmm I think Ill try it next year myself! Polly G
Craft Ideas for School Sock Hop?
Sockman! Stuff a small white tube sock with fiberfill (or old panty hose or whatever.) tie off a neck about 1/4 of the way from the toe and a midriff 2/3 of the way down. Before you close off the bottom, add a small bag of sand (for ballast). Running stitch...
Advice for Exercising and Dieting?
Take a look at the No S Diet. Takes no extra time and there are 14 minute recommendations for exercise. www.nosdiet.com I lost 16 pounds in 4 1/2 months without extra exercise.
Advice for Exercising and Dieting?
No S Diet = No Sweets, No Snacks, No Seconds on days that DONT start with S (Saturday, Sunday, Special Days)
Organizing With Thrift Store Binders
I think you clip the clear sheets (page protectors) inside the binder as you normally would, slit open the side of the sheet and tape the top shut on each one. When you hang the binder in the drawer as shown, the page protectors take the place of folders in...
Six Uses for Nail Polish Besides Your Nails
I use nail polish to paint features on rag dolls. I bought black and blue on purpose and had some dark pink. It hasnt washed out yet.
Help Filling Lotion Pump Bottle?
Put your lotion into a plastic storage bag. Cut off a corner and squeeze the lotion into your dispenser. Wipe your hands with the bag to moisturize them for days afterward. I just did this a few weeks ago. Worked great and easy clean up.
Homemade Musical Stands And Containers
For a music stand: open your case on a tabletop. Place your music where the instrument normally is, propped up by the top of the case. Also, you can use a large tabletop picture frame the same way.
Downloading Instrumental Music?
If you google the name of your song and MIDI you may find an instrumental arrangement. Midi files must be played on your computer (or a keyboard with a way to input ie floppy drive etc) but can be recorded from the computer. If you are looking for something...
Jello Bubbles
For the quarter cup of jello, is that the powder or prepared jello with water in it, etc?
Refurbished Computers
I used a refurbished monitor for 6-8 years (it still works but my kids bought me a new one. I am also using a refurbished printer/scanner/copier (4-5 yrs) and a refurbished copier (1.5 years). I wouldnt hesitate to buy refurbished - it saves a lot!
Removing Pepsi from Our School
There is a drawback to removing something someone wants - it creates an opportunity for questionable enterprise. At the high school where I teach, carbonated beverages were removed for all the right reasons. However, now students are dealing pop and candy to...
Sweating Feet?
Ditch the cotton socks and get some that wick moisture away. Cotton absorbs the moisture and holds it on your feet. Nylon socks (I prefer pantyhose) draw the moisture away from your feet. I have had sweaty feet all my life (Mom says even as a baby!). I wear...
Uses For Belts?
I have all my colorful cloth scrunchies threaded on a belt. Then the belt is coiled and placed in a basket. Looks quite decorative and I can find that orange and brown scrunchie when I need it for school spirit day. Sew a towel to a washable belt and instant...
Keeping Bowls Upside Down in Dishwasher
I use one of my dollar store cooling racks laid flat over the bowls.
Cardboard Box for Trunk Items
I use a dollar store dishpan in my trunk. That way if something leaks (washer fluid etc) it is contained. I also keep a roll of paper towels and a old pair of boots in mine - never know when youll get stuck in the snow all dressed up to go to work.
