January 30, 2014

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Brown Birch Leaves

Birch Leaves Turning Brown?This page is about birch leaves turning brown. When your tree shows signs of bad health you want to figure out what is causing it.

 

Woman Dealing with Broken Down Car

Buying an Extended Car Warranty?This page is about buying an extended car warranty. When you buy a new or used car there may be an extended warranty available. It is important to read this carefully before you make this purchase to make sure you will benefit from this.

 

Washing a Car Windshield

Cleaning a Car WindshieldThis page is about cleaning a car windshield. Keeping your vehicle's windshield free of road film or foreign substances will help improve your driving vision.

 

Japanese Matcha Tea

Health Benefits of Japanese Matcha TeaThis page is about health benefits of Japanese matcha tea. A powdered green tea that is delicious and beneficial for weight loss.

 

Man Having Stroke

Symptoms Of StrokeThis page is about symptoms of a stroke. Sometimes symptoms of a stroke are difficult to identify, and the lack of awareness can spell disaster.

 

Recycled Plastics

Using Plastics WiselyThis page is about using plastics wisely. It seems impossible to avoid plastics, but people do have choices of the kind and amount of it that they bring home.

 

Mt Rushmore

Mt. Rushmore National Memorial Photos and...This page contains Mt. Rushmore national memorial photos and information. Mt. Rushmore is a sculpted US national monument found in South Dakota, that is interesting to view in all kinds of weather.

 

Articles

German Potato Soup

German Potato SoupThis is a very hearty and healthy soup that is made almost completely of vegetables. It feels like a rich creamy winter soup, but only has about 250 calories a serving and tastes great!

 

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Freshen Clothing on ClotheslineThis is a tip if you have a garment which isn't soiled or sweaty but has been worn, and which you want to freshen. Just hang it on the clothes line in light rain, and simply leave it there until dry.

 

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Use WD-40 to Shred Label SheetsSpray the sheet of sticker labels with WD-40, then shred. The labels won't stick and your shredder gets lubricated at the same time.

 

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Using Empty Lighters for Starting FireYour old lighters can be used to strike up a fire. Hold the lighter upside down atop your bed of starter material. Roll the flint several times, without sparking it. Magnesium will flake off the mechanism.

 

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Taking Tarnish Off SilverI used Nair while wearing my brand new sterling silver engagement ring. It tarnished my ring and believe me, I was freaking out. I read tips on here and tried using cigarette ashes.

 

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Tooth Friendly Peanut BrittleWe received a gift of peanut brittle but were were concerned about biting into it because it was thick and very hard. Not wanting to waste it, I put it in the food processor and pulsed it until it was about cornmeal consistency.

 

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Stop Bra Straps from SlippingTry nipple pasties on your shoulders to stop a loose bra strap from slipping They are flesh coloured with a thin gel to give comfort and grip. They are cheap, reusable and self-adhesive.

 

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Floss Threader for Threading Sewing NeedlesI have struggled with using regular threaders and thin wire that I have bent in the middle to use as a threader, but I think I have found an ideal threader.

 

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Thumbprint Heart BookmarksThese bookmarks are the perfect alternative to a sweet treat on Valentine's day!

 

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Frontier Fire Starter KitThis tip came from a friend, a woodsman and war reenactor. Works amazingly well, but takes some prep. You should prepare this fire starter kit before you have to rely upon it off the beaten track.

 

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Alternatives for Thawing Frozen Water PipesAs already mentioned above home frozen pipes could be thawed with the help of a hair dryer. However below follow some useful alternatives:

 

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Relieving Denture PainHaving had dentures for over 40 years I've learned a few tricks. Such as using an emery board to file down a little nub. Be careful not to over do it. My dentist recently gave me a "slap on the head, why didn't I think of that".

 

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Composting Manure for FertilizerIf you live near a horse or cow pasture, you live near a fertilizer "factory." My husband and I have, in the past, gathered several piles of horse manure from a field behind our house.

 

Curtain Tie Backs

Curtain Tie BacksWhen you lose the little ring on your tie back that lets you pull the curtain to the side, use a curtain ring. It is easy and there is no sewing.

 

Decorated Storage Jar

Decorated Storage JarI keep all of the large size plastic jars that cheese balls come in. I like to keep little things in them. Here is a picture of one I put an old calendar picture in.

 

View of Airlie beach and marina

Airlie Beach (Queensland, Australia)Nothing like embarking a Cruise Liner and visiting a beautiful place like Airlie Beach. This place was made for postcards. Just view the sky the water, boats and plants; a photographers dream location.

 

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Reusing Bread Bags for Many PurposesI have come over time to use more and more the bread bags that come into my home. They are very versatile and very freezer friendly.

 

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Pattern for Yarn Dog Without Coat Hanger?I am looking for the pattern for the yarn puppy with no hanger. Could someone post it please? I have the one with the hanger, but would like the other one.

 

Closeup of dog.

What Breed Could She Be?I got her from some of my friend's neighbors and I have seen the dad and he looks like a Husky. He howls and barks a lot.

 

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Breakers Keeps Tripping?It is extremely cold here now and certain areas of the house keep going out. The kitchen stove and refrigerator stay on, but the microwave and other outlets go out.

 

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Name for a Nanny/Childcare Business?My name is Eve and I'm a nanny, but I want more people to know about me so I thought I would start advertising on Facebook. Then I realised I need a business name and I have no idea what to call my business, any ideas?

 

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Shrinking New Leather Boots?I just bought new leather boots online and the foot part is just slightly too roomy? Can I shrink just the foot and not the calf part?

 

Two dogs in a carrier.

House Trained Dog Peeing and Pooping Inside?We have 5 and 2 yr old Chihuahuas. The 5 yr old has been potty trained since he was a pup, same as the 2 yr old. We have had both since they were pups.

 

Dog sleeping.

Dog Started Peeing in House After a Move?My dog peeing inside in the carpet although I walk her 3 times still in this new place. She prefers carpet. She didn't use to do that in old place, but she does it in this place.

 

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Nuwave Cook Book?I need a cook book for my Nuwave cooker. Can someone tell me where to order one?

 

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Smoke Alarm Going Off?My hardwired smoke detector is going off at the interval of every few hours. When one started the other two followed. All three are over 10 years old?

 

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Instructions for Meyercord Yarn Puppies Decals?I am looking for the instructions for vintage Meyercord Decals yarn puppies. Could someone post it please?

 

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Getting Dental Work Done Without Insurance?I am in need of dental work. I have crappy credit and no insurance. I need to have all of my top teeth pulled and get dentures.

 

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Protecting Floor from Caster Marks?I use an office chair at desk in my kitchen. The wheels leave black marks on my vinyl tiles. Is there any spray or something I can coat them with to not leave marks?

 

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Problems Storing Bagged Salad?I've been buying bagged salad for years. I never really had problem for several + days. Just in the last few weeks, the salad is wet and soggy well before expire date? Is crisper tray too cold?

 

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