Centerpiece for July 4th 2011
Wanda Jo , Looks like you have fun decorating for holidays too. Good job on this table. Love the car. LOL GG Vi
Spring Flowers
If you ever have one of the double lily to share I would love to trade you something from The Path Garden . Id love to have it as an addtion to the garden. GG Vi
Cucumber and Watermelon Salad
Guess this is one Ill have to try Deeli. DH is so picky, but he is finally coming around to the idea of eating healthy. Wish we could still get real watermelons with seeds. LOL More fun for kids in summer. GG Vi
Line Baking Pans With Aluminum Foil
Isnt it remarkable that we tend to believe everything we hear without doing our own fact finding research ( Alzheimers scare Etc. ) It is also amazing that although we THINK we are smart at 20-40 yrs old, We are much smarter at 50-60 -90. Little did we know...
Housewarming vs. Open House?
Please be kind people! This young lady is just that, young. She is asking for advice, not a talking down to. Judy, stop and think what you would do if you were invited to an Open House or a Housewarming party. Times change and what was polite some years ago...
Brewing Coffee Without a Coffee Maker?
Making coffee on the stove is as pamphyila said. My folks made it that way for years. Add a dash of salt to the coffee to cut down the bitter taste. I still add that pinch of salt and most of the time just a dash of cinnamon. My father -in -law and I built...
Freezing Coleslaw?
http://ezinearticles.com/?Freezing-Excess-Cabbage-the-Right-Way&id=1058587. This link still works. GG Vi
Product Review: Awesome Cleaner
I should have told everyone that this is to be diluted with water for different jobs. Please read the lable for instructions. GG Vi
Product Review: Awesome Cleaner
For texnicoi, the bottle has in red, LAs Totally Awesome All purpose concentrated cleaner. Degreaser, spot remover. Farther down it says Cleans Everything Washable. Spray On - Wipe Off. Oops, it also said dilute before using. Which I didnt do. Live and learn...
Replacing Canopy for a Swing/Glider?
We had one of these swings also. And the top rotted off by the end of that first summer. I used an old twin size sheet to just pin it over the top frame. You can pick up good sheets at a thrift store. Maybe you could find just the right thing there also. GG...
Pineapple Sherbet
Chic, Since the recipe didnt say I would guess un-drained. Maryeileen, You make it with watermelon and let us know.;-) Oh ,look to the right at the related pages There is watermelon Sherbet. Keeper, I have a lovely pineapple fudge recipe if you want it. And...
Kitchen Flooring Advice?
My kitchen is tiny, but we have laminate from Home depot a few years ago. It is a dream to clean with a spray of Windex and a dry mop Or just a terry towel.I sometimes just spray the Windex and throw a couple of paper towels on it and drag my foot across it...
Feta Avocado Spread
yes, it is Avocado time at the Farmers market. Going Friday to get some Deeli....yummm GG Vi
Still Trying To Be Frugal
We are all the same, only different. Thanks for sharing your talent. This was a very enjoyable read. GG Vi
Vanilla Extract for Fish Odor
Just reminded me that you can add clear vanilla to white paint to help with new painted room smell. And if the paint color is in the beige/brown tones you can use regular vanilla. GG Vi
Garden: Camellia
My great Granddaughter would love this color. Do you happen to know the name? Would like to get one for her. GG Vi
Peanut Butter Chip and Marshmallow Chocolate Crispies
Love no bake stuff. I hear that box of crispies calling me now. LOL GG Vi
Putting a Photo on a Plate?
Check out www.webshots.com They offer photos on cups etc. Im not sure about plates. Good luck. GG Vi
Garden: Secret Friends
How wonderful. Wish our great granddaughter could have that experience. Because she adores butterflies so much, a couple of years ago her grandma got a butterfly kit for her (She is now seven). And when the painted lady butterflies emerged and ready to be released...
Sunset (San Diego, CA)
Love it. The clouds are the perfect backdrop for the trees. Our son lives in San Marcos, close to San Diego. So. Ca. sunsets are as beautiful as Hawaiis some nights. Here is a view from our driveway. GG Vi
Freeze Garlic and Peppers
I freeze chopped onions and peppers when they are on sale. Never thought about freezing garlic. But I have some ,so will try this. Ill save what I have now and not have to run to the store next time. Thanks! GG Vi
Squeeze Bottle for Watering Plants
Now why didnt I think of that? LOL I use the spay bottles, and they are getting to hard on my trigger finger hands. Thanks Pal. GG Vi
Using Soap to Get Rid of Ants?
Just sprinkle dry cornmeal where you see them. They will go away. GG Vi
Garden: My Back Yard
Boy, Elaine, I hope you gave them some lemonade after all that work. It looks a lot safer for you now. GG hugs, Vi
Basic Olive Tapenade
Dont like capers in any size Deeli, so I wont call this tapenade LOL And will sub. rice wine vinegar for the red wine vinegar, Ill like it that way. ;-) Hugs, GG Vi
Best Way to Get Rid of Fruit Flies?
I just saw on The DRS. TV show that a dab of vanilla on your neck makes them leave you alone. Might try putting some on a few cotton balls and place around where they are the most bothersome to see if that helps. Let us know if that works too. Good luck. GG...
Stir Fried Cabbage
Sounds yummy! A Change from my favorite fried with bacon grease, but with bacon prices these days, the olive and sesame oils will work. Thanks Deeli, GG Vi
Treating Restless Leg Syndrome?
I know, leg cramps and restless leg syndrome are NOT the same, However I do know some people (myself included) are helped by placing a small piece of bar soap (I cut a bar of Ivory soap in to 4ths) under the bottom sheet. Give it a try for a week or two. Cheap...
Old-Fashioned Stove Top Popcorn
Yes indeed, popping corn on the stove is so much better. And the theaters used to use coconut oil until someone decided it wasnt good for us. (Remember that smell drawing you to the snack bar? ) Honestly people, when are we going to say ENOUGH already? Just...
Make Your Own Bath Salts
Deeli, you are just a fountain of information..Thanks again for a great idea. Great Gift too. GG Vi
Using Perfume For Scented Tealight Candles
Thanks for this hint. Ill try it. I have several bottles of perfume I cant wear anymore. Good thinking. GG Vi
Healthiest Produce for the Money
Thanks Deeli for this info. Also thanks to the Swan for the kidney and heart alert. The more we know the better off we are food/healthwise. GG Vi
Craft: Tulip Afghan
Just lovely. I hope your daughter takes care of it so she can hand it down to her children someday. GG Vi
Preventing Static Cling
I use Flex cream rinse after handwashing my nylons. I also use it on our dog,Buddy. It helps keep him smelling pretty and keeps his hair from getting static after a bath. Also I use a dryer sheet on him after hes been out in the wind. GG, Vi
Jon's S'mores
Bless his heart. Good for him. Tell Jon that if he adds a little peanut butter to his recipe it will be what I made for my kids at his age. In fact our youngest got a kick out of peanut butter and marshmallow cream sandwiches when he told his friends that the...
Double Check Measurements When Submitting Recipes
Deeli, you did it again.... Now explain Garlic. Clove, Bulb, Head etc. for all the young people just starting out in the world of cooking. Thanks.GG Vi
Pioneer Bonnet Pattern?
I have a bonnet, I could take a picture and email it to you if you want. Maybe I can trace a pattern from it for you. Send me an email if you want to try this. GG Vi
What Can I Do With an Old Family Quilt?
I have seen Teddy bears made of patchwork quilts. But I agree, Just protect them for now and in a few more years maybe things will change. Some people dont grew to appreciate lifes treasures until they are much older. GG VI
Garden: "Coppertina" Diablo Ninebark
These are new to me, do you know if they will grow in zone 9 ? Looks like something Id like to have in The Path Garden. GG Vi
Scenery: Winter Wonderland
Great shot for your next Christmas card. Would make great computer wallpaper too. Good Job. GG Vi
Wildlife: Dolphin (Monterey, CA)
Hope you were able to take pictures at the Aquarium in Monterey. It is world class. GG Vi
Sanitizing Wipes for Cleaning Books
With all the new hardy germs/diseases from who know s where, Im not taking chances with MY great grands. Thanks for posting this idea. I have used peroxide or alcohol dampened paper towels long before wipes came along to wipe down anything that might cause...
Keychain for Store Cards and Important Addresses
I had to laugh when I saw this. Hubby made a simular one only he put it them together with something other than a key ring. He put a magnet on them and put then in the trunk lid of the car,so when we got out the cloth shopping bags we could just grab the cards...
Exploding Box Valentine Card
I would love to get one of these. Im sure many other people would too. Good job. Love it. GG Vi
One Birthday Cake for Two Birthdays
Great Idea! My daughter and Great Granddaughters birthdays are just 6 days a part. Im sending your hint to my Granddaughter. Maybe shell do this for them this year. Great granny Hugs for this hint. Vi
Warm Butter On Coffeemaker
Our coffee pot doesnt have a flat top so I use the microwave. Ill remember this when/if we have to buy a new coffee pot.Thanks for the tip. GG Vi
Somasin For Toenail Fungus?
Vicks vapor rub works. It takes time, but apply twice a day and it will clear up. Rub it under the nails as far as you can,with out damage and on top also. Dr. recommended it after prescriptions didnt work. Could have saved a lot of money had he told me this...
Make Circle Template
I did that when I was making the clear Christmas ornaments with Photos. I have all the sizes marked like you did. Sure is a time saver. GG Vi
Can I Refresh the Color on Faded Silk Plants?
Hi Deeli, The spray paint tint by Design Master will work and not look painted ( use a couple of shades of green ) if it is still available. I cant find the tints here anymore.Faded flowers and greenery will fade in a short time again. So If it is in your buget...
Is AARP Membership Worth the Investment?
No! After paying for their ins. for several years. I had to go into the hospital. They paid $50. After I turned 65 they cut down the amount to $30 a day for hospital stay. You better have great eyesight and be sure to read the fine print, because they never...
Stabilized Whipped Cream
This is going in my saved recipes for Great Granddaughter. Thanks Deeli. Hugs,Vi
Removing Dust and Lint from Velvet?
Use wide packing tape or narrow scotch tape. Just press it on and ripe it off, dust, hair, lint is traped on the tape. Change it often. And this also works on furniture where animals have shed hair. GG Vi
Photo: Tattered Flag
I beg to differ with merry50 . They are following orders from the President of the United States of America. They are defending our freedom as well as helping other countrys to gain theirs. If it were not for our troops in every war, we would not be free to...
Wildlife: Ponies (Asseteague Island, MD)
Made me smile. Looks like the horse is saying Fall In. GG Vi
Use Arches in Gardening
Arches for gardening is the greatest. Thanks for telling it better than I could. GG Vi
Shopping for Small Plastic "Bulbs" for Ceramic...
If there is a plaster shop or ceramic store near you that gives classes, they will have these plastic lights in several different sizes. Let me know if you find them or not, I may be able to send you some. ThriftyFun knows where I am. GG Vi
Shelf Life of Wilton's Candy Melts?
Youll know if the candy melts are bad if they started to develop a dullness and are no longer shiny. Quote taken from Wiltons Website . They also say even if they are melted during shipping and lose their shape, they are still O.K. to use. GG Vi
Holiday: A Very Hairy Christmas
I hope he donated all that lovely hair to Locks of Luv, (? hope that is the name ) to make wigs for kids with cancer. Only has to be 12 inches long I think. Sure would make some child happy. (Me even ) LOL GG Vi
Planning a Child's Spa Birthday Party?
Before there were SPAs, real everyday women used Ponds cold cream for their faces. You could get scarves at the dollar stores for the girls to tie up their hair like in the 40s. Walgreens have fingernail polish for a couple of dollars. Cotton balls and nail...
Christmas Cactus In Bloom
Love this color. My neighbor and I swapped, she gave me a start of this color and I gave her white and red. Both over 10 and 20 years old. Im still waiting for a yellow one. LOL GG Vi
Scenery: Somewhere Over the Rainbow
Aawwww sweet, dont you just wonder what these little ones are thinking? Reminds me of the song, God put a Rainbow in the sky. That may not be the title, maybe part of the chorus. GG Vi
Scenery: Wyandotte, Oklahoma
The sky is beautiful. Looks like clean, pure air. Thanks for sharing. GG Vi
Use Parchment Paper For Baking Cookies?
Yes, sure helps with clean up. Love it. And also I use heavy duty foil and wipe it off between each pan full. GG Vi
Turn Microwave Plate and Turntable Into A Lazy Susan
Arent you the clever one? Well be watching for more ideas. LOL hugs Vi
Photo: For Your Sweet Tooth
Barb, Looks like you have a great camera, the colors and focus are great. GG Vi
Scenery: Snow Covered Trees
We are now having a cold spell after several days of 80º in So. Ca. It was down to 57º today. BRRR. I cant even imagine living in such gray weather. But it looks pretty from here. ;-) GG Vi
Patriotic Cow
Hahaha, I love this cow decked out in red white and blue. She can come stand in my yard any day! What is her name? Martha Moo Washington? GG VI
Wildlife: Red Cardinals in the Snow
See, I told you Barb, Everyone loves the red birds of winter. Hugs, Vi
Scenery: Snowy Branches and Icicles
Reminds me of that movie Christmas Story. And the BB gun kid. LOL GG Vi... Did I tell you it was near 80º here today?
Refresh Old Holiday Decorations
Wonderful to know there are others saving and renewing old Christmas decor. I love the old ornaments and try to refresh as many as possible. Good for you,reminding us all to recycle. GG Vi
