Crochet Kitchen Towel
Thank you for the picture of how to start the base row on the towel. I too have always wanted to make these but couldnt find a pattern that explained as well as you have. Happy Crocheting!
Cleaning Plastic Containers Used For Powdered Drinks
Have you thought about trying denture cleaning tablets. I used to clean my husbands coffee thermos with them and hot water. Just drop 2-3 in container, fill with hot water, and let sit for 15-20 minutes. It would be much safer than mixing chemicals
Aloe-Based Hand Sanitizer
She doesnt say use 60% alcohol, she says rub your hands together for 60 srconds
Every Ounce Counts When Shipping Packages
My mom got a letter from her post office that said an additional 15cent stamp would have to be bought to go with the forever stamps. I dont remember the prices for sending pigs, but it was outrageous. New prices take effect Jan. 27
Choosing Great Watermelon
I was always told to check the stem end. If its rough the melon was picked too soon, or is that just for cantaloupe?
Easy and Safe Knife Storage
I do something similar, except I use the tube from inside aluminum foil, wax paper, or p!astic wrap. With the kind of knives I have one knife will fit in one tube, it is long enough to accommodate the entire blade, and they will lay flat in my drawer w/o taking...
Getting Rid of the Rust on Cut Lettuce?
I worked in the food industry for many years, and always used a product called Potato White on lettuce.
Using the Last of the Clorox 2
Why not just put the cap on the bottle, turn it upside down, leave it for awhile, and every last drop will drain into the lid, leaving the jug competely dry. This works with any plastic jug that has measuring lid. If it doesnt have that kind of lid, turn jug...
Switch Bottle Tops and Dispensers
I dont understand your post either. Are you saying that you use the bubble bath for hand soap?
Switch Bottle Tops and Dispensers
I dont understand your post either. Are you saying that you use the bubblebath for hand soap?
Oatmeal Rolls
So after the dough rises to double do you punch the dough down then form the rolls in muffin tins to let rise again?
Food for 70 at Birthday Party?
You should figure approx. 1/4 lb hamburger for each person because of the way it cooks down. I dont think that 2 boxes of pasta will be enough, I had to put a meal together for 20 people a few months ago and 2 boxes of the Suddenly Salad was barely enough, that...
Homemade "Memories" Gift for Sons Grieving Loss of Father?
We just did something like this for my 3 grandbabies. My husband passed away 2 years ago and they were very close to their Papa. So we put a collage of pictures together for each one of them of Papa and each one of them doing something together. When Pete died...
Adding More Color to Giani Coutertop Paint Kit?
Isnt there a 1-800 # on the packaging you could call and ask, or maybe go back to the store where you bought the product and ask a professional. I think I would do one of those things before you go any further.
Finding a Second Job?
Someplaces, especially food service, will work around 1st job and school schedules. So if you know where you would like to go to work as a 2nd job tell them up front that you work a primary job but are looking for extra income and what your availability is...
Reviews of Straight Talk Cell Phone Plan?
I have been told that Straight Talk is as good as AT&T. I have considered using them but decided for my finances and no more than I use a cell it was too expensive for me. Some of the comments on which tower each phone uses. There is a map on the packaging...
What Can I Make With These Ingredients?
Cook your spaghetti till done and drain. Fry your sausage and onions together till done, drain, add your sauce and stir. Cook together till sauce is heated. Spray 9x13 inch cake pan with pam and pour spaghetti in bottom of pan, pour meat mixture on top and...
Birthday Cake Recipe Ideas?
After you get the cake baked and your are ready to decorate it, get a pkg of Twizzlers Twists. They make all flavors and colors now. Cut them in half to make how ever many candles you will need for the b-day girl. Insert a candle in one end of each Twist and...
Making Curtains for an Open Bookcase?
Have you thought about instead of using 2 panels that open in the middle using one of the window treatments (not mini blinds). Sorry, I dont know what they called, but the one where you pull the cord and they accordion up toward the top toward the top kind...
Anniversary Ideas for Widowed Father?
Take him to a park or their favorite spot, maybe her grave side and let him release some balloons in her honor and remembrance. He could maybe attach a card or hand written note, possibly a rose or her favorite flower. It would kind of be like still giving...
An Easy Way To Separate Eggs
tnemusiclady-if you separate the yolk with the bottle, you will have the whites left in the dish, and still have the yolk to use in your puddings and pies.
Making a Yarn Keeper?
The soda botttles work great. Instead of cuttting a hole in the side for the yarn to go through, take the plastic cup off of the bottom of your bottle, put your yarn in the bottle running the end of your yarn through the neck of it then put the cup back on...
Getting Rid of Flies Outside?
I have heard the same thing that gardendreamer suggested. Only I heard that you put pennies in the bag of water. My neighbor has 5-6 small baggies with approx. 1 cup of water and 10 pennies in each baggie. She has them stapled going down the outside door frame...
Effects of Ex-husband Remarrying on Child Support?
I dont agree with you Deeli. Child support is based only on the biological parents income, so nothing a new spouse makes is figured into the amount of child support to be paid. If she does get state assistance the amount she receives is based on her income...
Social Security and Child Support?
You are right redhatterb. They can only take a certain percent of a persons income. I thnik its something like 75% but Im not sure. I had a friend that even had to pay that amount out of his unemployment when he was between jobs.
Ideas for a Simple Thrifty Memorial?
Have a get together with family and friends in celebration of your husbands life, not to grieve his passing. Share good times, memories, onery times. The passing of a loved one shouldnt always have to be tears. I am sorry for your loss, my husband died 1 1...
Christmas Gift Ideas for Boyfriend?
Go to MoMa.com, search sheet music paper weights. These are really neat paper weights made out of sheet music that are laminated or plasticized, (but they are not plastic) some how so that they last forever. Cost is $28. This store sells all kinds of neat unique...
Bedroom Decorating Ideas?
I am actually re-doing my bedroom right now. I have this beautiful blue and yellow comforter and sham set, so I am painting the accent wall at the head of my bed blue and the other three walls yellow. The doors will be yellow with the trim around the windows...
Braid Winter Scarves
I agree with lighthouselady. How do you braid 2 scarves, end up with 3 ends, and leave scarf braided to pull over your head? Pictures please, and maybe braiding directions.
Hot Chocolate Mix
This is so good and creamy tasting. I make it every winter, one batch usually gets my family through the season. I have never made it using the Nestle Quik though, I have always used a 16oz canister of Hot Cocoa Mix. Generics work great except for best results...
Using Manwich in a Recipe?
Omanana - This sounds good, but dont you put any kind of meat in it? Looks like you would want hamburger or shredded chicken in it. Just asking.
Shopping for Unfilled Individual Coffee Creamer Containers?
Are you talking about the small individual creamers like 1/2&1/2 or the international creamers restaurants serve? If you are friends with a wairtress or mgr. of a restaurant ask them to save them for you. You would probably be able to get 100s in one day. All...
Make Your Own Holiday Crackers
I am making these for my grandsons 3rd grade Christmas party this year. I plan on getting one of those bags of candy and novelties meant for pinatas to fill the rolls. Thought it would be something different for the kids rather than the normal cookies or cupcakes...
Makeshift Sink Stopper?
Put a plastic lid over the drain then fill a glass or cup with water to weigh it down and set on the lid. It should stay in place long enough for you to do dishes, and the water not leak out. I just did this yesterday and it worked fine.
My Frugal Life: A Predictable Mess!
That is so cute! I love it when kids help and learn from their mistakes instead of getting discouraged and giving up.
Getting Boyfriend to Get Rid of Old Clothes?
Go through them yourself. Put the ones away you know he wears and likes, set the rest out show him what you have, tell him that those are the ones you are giving away. Of course I have been married to my husband for 30 years and can get away with this. LOL...
Cocktail Sauce Recipes?
Cocktail sauce is ketchup, horseradish sauce, and worchestersire sauce. Mix it all together to your personal taste. Start with the ketchup and horseradish sauce till it is as spicy as your like, then add worchestersire till it tastes like you want it to. I...
Fingernail White Pencil?
If you cant find one at WalMart check like at Walgreens or any drug store that has a good line of cosmetics or like a Sally Beauty Supply. Hope this helps
Cleaning a Thermal Coffee Pot?
Thats what I was going to suggest sam58. I used to be a waitress in a truck stop and that is how we cleaned some of the truckers thermos jugs before we filled them with coffee. It was surprising how dirty they would start out and how clean they would end up...
Removing Odors from Sneakers?
Ive heard that you can stuff them with newpaper and set outside over night and that helps. Its not a permanent fix though you may have to do it once a week or so.
Eggs Goldenrod
This is one of the first things I learned to cook in Home Ec. when I was in high school. It is so good. Its good with shredded cheese sprinkled on top too. I havent made it in years, maybe for breakfast Sunday morning! yum-yum
Disguising WiFi Box and All Wires
I know what you mean about the blinking light. I got up in the middle of the night last night and when I walked into my living room it looked like I little UFOS everywhere. All these little lights were blinking everywhere. On the TV, DVD player, phone handsets...
Hair Too Puffy?
Try getting your hair cut in layers. I have long thick hair that I have to keep cut in layers to get the poof out. Layering takes the bulkiness out of your hair and helps it lay down better. I have long hair that I keep cut in layers, otherwise I have hair...
Best Heat Pack Filler?
I thought you were supposed to use like field corn, the kind you feed birds, in these, and you microwave it for 3 minutes, or the one made for me says that anyway. 30 seconds wont even get them warm.
Uses for a Vintage Purse?
Debbie 52 has a great idea. Sit it on your dresser to keep things in. Maybe combs and hair brushes, of bottles of fingernail polish. Maybe makeup, anyhting small that scatters in a drawer. Its such a cute purse, it could have many uses
Cut Down Straws For Children
I have been a waitress for many years and always do this for the little ones when I serve a table where there are kids. They think its neat that I have straws their size.
Hand Lotion Recipe?
I have made this lotion and it is nasty. Its beyond greasy, its heavy feeling on the skin. A complete waste of time and money. I threw the whole batch in the trash. As vague as this recipe is I dont think I would make it again w/o more exact amounts
Coexisting with Raccoons
I agree with everyone else, thank you for this article. When I was a little girl we had a pet raccoon that raised a litter of baby skunks my dad brought home one day, then again when I was a teenager I had another raccoon that that I had for about 2-3 years...
Shopping for Seat Savers for a Sagging Sofa?
Are you talking about the ones they advertise on TV? Wal-mart sells them in their As Seen on TV section, Wal-Greens probably sells them too. Any place that has that section in their store probably sells them or will be soon.
Reviews of Linda Allen's E-Book on Yeast Infection Cure?
I have never heard of the book, but why dont you just eat yogurt or take acidophilus. Also douche with a cap or two of baby shampoo in the water instead of vinegar.
Getting My TWIC Card?
Dont mean to be stupid but what is a TWIC card? (b)Editors Note:(/b) Transportation Worker Identification Credential
Planning a Large Sweet 16?
Have a happy and safe birthday, sweetie. In the little town where I live we have a community youth center or is there a banquet hall near you. I dont think the park would work because most towns arent going to let people be in their parks at that hour. Especially...
Homemade Playdough
This is great. I was just telling my 6 year old granddaughter the other day that we would make some playdough and that she could have any color she wanted. She was just amazed that she can make her own playdough. I found these Zip-Loc bowls that come 6 to a...
Back Child Support?
The problem with back child support is it gathers interest and it is owed no matter what the age of your child. My daughter works in an office where a man is paying back child support on a 32 year old son. My grandsons dad will probably die owing child support...
Cleaning Musty Smelling Dresser Drawers?
What if, weather permiting, you set the drawers outside to air out for the night when you first get there, then sprinkle them with your favorite powder, or use a dryer sheet like Pinska suggested.
Shopping for Reasonably Priced Men's Jeans?
Wal-mart does sell a few off brand name jeans. Like frugalsunnie said if you arent looking for anything to fancy. Also if you have a farm and ranch store in your area you can find jeans there on sale for around $10 pair. We have an Atwoods where I live ( OK...
Finding Financial Assistance for the Cost of Prescription Supplements?
Ask your pharmacy. Sometimes they will have business like card that is free to the customer, and no charge to use. It doesnt pay for the entire script but it does give you a discount. I know I saw these at Wal-mart once, sorry I dont know what it was called...
Getting Rid of Flies in the House Naturally?
My neighbor told me the other day to put water in a baggie, maybe 1/4 to 1/2 cup with a penny, seal them off so the water doesnt leak out tack them around the doorways, and that will get rid of and deter flies. It has something to do with the penny. She said...
Use a Spatula For Leftover Oil
A rubber spatula is a $1,000,000 tool in the kitchen. You can use them to scrape the last little bit of anything out of bowls or pots. Youd be surprised how much you can get out of the bottom of a bowl or pot, not to mention how almost clean it leaves your...
Getting Kids to Keep Their Rooms Clean
Wow, bryguyf69, $1,000 a month. When I first read it I thought it was a typo. guess my parents were more realistic. It was my room in their home. Keep it clean or Mom would keep it clean for me and I wouldnt like the way she did it. Sorry, but I think my parents...
Getting Kids to Keep Their Rooms Clean
Well said Pookarina. sounds like you not only learned the value of a dollar but also many worthwhile things to get you through life. When I said I wouldnt like the way Mom cleaned my room I only meant that the things i didnt have put away I didnt get to have...
Deeli's Homemade Guacamole
The seed does work. Another addition to guacamole is finely shredded or chopped lettuce and season with chili powder.
Sort Music Alphabetical By Categories
My daughter does this with everything she owns. Movies, books ( author and title alphebetically). It keeps things nice and organized for her and she always knows exactly where what she wants is.
Potty Training a Four Year Old?
I dont think you should punish him either. Remember he is a little boy. Sometimes kids get to playing and wait too long or just forget. My grandaughter is 3 and has been potty trained for 8-9 months now and she still forgets. Be patient hell learn.
Folded Paper Flower Box
If you needed or wanted a bigger flower box couldnt you use a bigger piece of paper as long as it was equal on all four sides to make it square?
Helping Hair Grow Faster and Healthier?
Try prenatal vitamins, I dont know if they will make it grow any faster but they will help to make your hair healthier. Follow Deelis advice too, sounds like she knows what she is talking about.
Thrifty Entertainment
My grandson and I have started renting from Red-Box. $1 a night. The same movie rents for $2-$3 across the street. Red-Box sends you special codes for free rentals. They have also started renting games.
Caring for Acrylic Nails?
Ask your nail tech about Solar Nails or Gel Nails, I think they are made more to be in water.
Treating a Child's Cough and Congestion?
I dont mean to be rude, but why would you ask on a web site what to do about a medical condition? Especially for your child ! Take him to the doctor!
Request Take Out Drinks Without Ice
Another trick for take out even if you dine in is to ask for your fries without salt. That way they have to fix you fresh fries and they will be fresh and hot. For me there is nothing worse than luke warm fries or some that have sat under the heat lamp for...
Product Review: Awesome Cleaner
This stuff is amazing! I dont think there is anything you cant use it on.
Being Denied Visits with Grandchildren?
For all you grandparents that are being kept from your precious grandchildren, there are grandparents rights in almost every state. Depending on your state and its statutes your children may not be able to keep you from them. Look into it, it will be worth...
Washing Machine Backing Up into Sink and Dishwasher?
My did the same thing and after having the sewer lines snaked and that didnt help the plumber had to go down through the vent on the roof. The drain trap that he had to snake has a funny name, it was the one in the washer drain itself, and took him about 30...
Egg-free 4th of July Recipes?
Make her her own side dish of pot salad w/o the eggs. Since there is eggs in mayo sub that with half-n-half or plain yougurt.
Keeping Field Mice Out of a Camper?
Peppermint is supposed to work, I have always had good luck with the de-con pellet trays, and stuffing holes with steel wool, sos pads, or aluminum foil. Just know that those radar things you plug in dont work. I have actually seen a mouse sit right next to...
Ideas for a Dollar Yard Sale?
I think that is a great idea. If I saw an ad saying nothng over $1, that would be the first one I would go to.
Stain Removal Took Color Out of Skirt?
I think you can buy permanent fabric markers at Wal-Mart. Im sure I have seen them in the fabric department there. They are kind of expensive though if you only need 1 color. Maybe your dry cleaners could give you suggestions that would work.
Ideas for Getting Heavy Grocery Items into the House?
I dont believe it this lady asks for help on how to get her groceries in the house and she gets advice on how to spend her money and what to buy or not buy. Sweetie maybe you could use a kids wagon if thats in your budget. Maybe there is a pre-teen close that...
Keeping a Fitted Sheet on a Hospital Bed?
The straps that rmagee29 isnt talking about work great. the sheets wont go anywhere with those on. You can also find them at Wal-Mart.
My Frugal Life: Disguising Generic Items
I remember the day my daughter told me that my grandbabies wouldnt eat generic food. They are 3,6,& 9!! They live with me now and eat anything you put in front of them regardless of the label. The main thing I have found that I dont like generic is creamed...
Salvage Grocery Wholesalers In or Near Oklahoma?
I dont want to buy by the truck load but I would like to buy damaged groceries. They used to have a damaged goods store in Chandler, OK, and a damaged goods auction on hwy. 177 outside of Stillwater. I dont know if these places still exist or not.
Refurbishing the Black Finish on a Vintage...
I agree with what everyone else is saying. It would ruin the integrity of your machine if you do anything to it. My mom learned how to sew on a machine just like this, she sewed me a 6 gore skirt with matching vest for her first project. Please leave your machine...
Potty Training a Three Year Old?
Everyone is right shell go when shes ready. I have 2 girls and when they were learning I would turn the water on in the sink and pour a little water down the front ot them to help coax them a little. My oldest one caught on real quick, my youngest one thought...
Name Ideas for a Cleaning, Yard Maintenance and Personal Services Business?
How about Handyman Garys or simply Garys . Your motto might be No job to small.
Inexpensive Storage Bins?
Check at your thrift stores. They usually have baskets of every shape ane size you might be able to use. And they arent very expensive either.
Recipe for International House of Pancakes Spanish Burger Salsa?
I have worked for IHOP for a long time and the sauce you are asking about probably came to them already made in a can or a bag. As much prep work as they do there, they dont have time for make each and every sauce. Even if they did make it themselves, it would...
Keep Baking Soda in Spice Container
I use an empty baking powder can. It has the half lid under the plastic lid. It makes it easier to scoop your measuring spoon in and then scrap off the excess for a perfect level measure.
How Can I Remove Scuffs on Patent Leather Shoes?
I agree with redhatterb. When I was little I had a pair of white patent leather shoes. My mom always had me treat the scuffs with vaseline then keep them in a plastic bag.
Wearing Toning Sneakers?
Im a waitress and on my feet 10-12 hours a day,and love these shoes. I dont know if they toned anything or not, but they sure help my feet, legs and lower back feel better. They do take some time to learn how to walk in them though
Shopping for Electronic Pest Repellents
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I personally think these are a waste of money. Last summer I had mice really bad, so I bought enough of these to go in practically every outlet in my house. I even got the ones that are supposed to send signals through the wiring in the walls. The mice would...
Getting Rid of Rodents in a House?
I had the same problem last summer, they came into my house through my garage. I finally got rid of them by putting out D-Con. Its trays of little green pellets. If you have pets make sure you put the trays where they cant get to them. I havent noticed any...
Colorful Deviled Eggs For Easter
What a neat idea, I bet it would make the kids want to eat them more too.
Reusing Paper Towels
I guess I dont understand, some of you say you dont like using cloth towels because of spreading germs, but you will reuse paper towels. Besides being gross, whats the difference, either way arent you spreading germs.
Place Ice Cube Trays on Cookie Sheet
I put my empty trays on freezer shelf then use a pitcher to fill them. Makes for a lot less mess on the floor and my feet. Not to mention as short as I am its easier than trying to lift the trays filled with water up into the freezer.
Make Your Own Liquid Fabric Softener?
I always do the opposite. Hang clothes on the line till dry, then fluff in the dryer before you fold and put away.
Make Envelopes From Magazines
You could always just open an envelope you already have draw around it and make your own template.
Organizing Coupons
I agree with TXBETTY. I dont understand or believe how you buy $3700 in groceries for $160. Save money with coupons, yes, but that much?!. In the little town where I live we have a locally owned store and a Wal-Mart. Neither of them double, the local guy would...
Make Your Own Fabric Softener Squares
That does seem like a lot of work for fabric softner. I agree with the other posts, Ill keep buying the store brand sheets. I have enough to do without making my own softner sheets too.
Heluva Good Onion Dip?
Just use the envelope of dry onion soup mix to a 16oz container of sour cream. Stir to combine, put in fridge to set for at least an hour.
