Cleaning Bathroom Grout?
Scrub as much as you can with a stiff brush and spray on KABOOM with BLEACH. Walk away and just let it dry. May have to repeat this a couple of times
Container for Liquid Coffee Creamer?
You could use a picnic style ketchup or mustard bottle(sold as a set in dollar stores) or place the bottle on a lid from a cottage cheese container.
Removing Permanent Marker from Backpack?
Usually, Permanent means permanent. Can you draw or paint or sew on a patch over it?
Button Hair Ties
It might be hard to find button w large enough shank. I think any button would work esp one with 4 holes would work if really strong thread was used and stitched over the elastic many times and tied off tightly
Is This an Abusive Relationship?
My biggest and most immediate concern here is what the second-hand pot smoke could do to your unborn child. Ask your doctor ASAP!
Bariatric Surgery for Weight Loss?
There is a website called ThinnerTimes.com which is a support group/info site for gastric /bariatric surgery patients. It was enormously helpful for me. Also ask your bariatric surgeons office for any groups tht might be around. Is there a way I can send you...
Marking the Dial on a Toaster
I also use nail polish to mark the top of plug on every electric thing. Not a critical need but makes it easier to grab a plug right-side-up.
Planning a 60th Birthday Party?
If your guests all will drink alcohol how about pouring margaritas from the teapot. No one will expect that!
What Is This Houseplant?
I dont know what this is but try watering with distilled water and only water when it is dry to touch about 1 inch into soil
Using Selective Weed Killers
We are in the midst of a severe drought and the really eco-conscious are taking out their grass longs and putting in drought resistent,low water plants.
Save $5 a Week for College
When your child is out of diapers, stash the money you would have spent on diapers every week or month into college fund!
Ideas for "Old Timey" Themed Birthday Party?
Patchwork type cake would be adorable, or maybe let the kids each decorate a sort of rectangle cupcake(or round would be OK) and place them all together on a platter for a patchwork effect for the pics-then eat either their own or maybe draw names and each...
Storing Hangers in the Laundry Room
I have a shower curtain rod stuck between the 2 doors leading into laundry room-I hang empty hangers or hang-dry wet things.
Dollar Store Placemats as Drawer Liners
I use these placemats on the shelves in the fridge. If there is a small spill or something sticky I just pull out the placemat, clean it and replace it. Saves having to pull out the shelf to clean/
Birthday Party Food for 100+ People?
Blow up balloons with just plain air, not helium. Tie with a curly ribbon like you would get if you bought helium balloons. Make a loop of tape or use 2-sided tape and tape these balloons onto the ceiling with ribbons hanging down.. Can do ahead and looks as...
Healthy Chicken Dinner Foil Packets
Sounds delicious but I dont think I want to keep raw chicken, cut up especially, in fridge for a week.
Braided Beauty Scarf
Whenever I am braiding a craft I use a clip board to hold the top. Makes it easier to have get a clean, even braid.
Cut Veggies to Prevent Double Dipping
I always do a vegie tray in a basket. I line the basket with a few lettuce leaves and arrange the vegies inside. It looks really stunning and I always get compliments on it.
Trash Can for Laundry Detergent Storage
Box or large bag in garage not near indoor laundry room. I store a red plastic coffee can in laundry room, these cans have a nice tight lid, if needed as well as a handle shape to easily grab it. Scoop stored in red canister. I make a concentrate powder laundry...
Egg Shell Uses
I crush the shells kind of coarsely and sprinkle around plants that are having snail issues. If the nasty creatures try to cross over the eggshells the sharp edges slice up their evil little bodies.
Store Empty Containers in Freezer
Rather than storing empty plastic containers in freezer fill them w water and store full. It costs less to run a full freezer than empty one
Pay Cash for Everything
I have also found that if i carry larger bills like $20 or $50 bills i am more likely to think before i break these. I also throw all coins i get into the bottom of my purse. When my purse gets heavy i dump out loose change and stash it away,as loose change...
Making a Terra Cotta Lighthouse?
You can stick just about anything to anything with E6000 glue avail in craft and home improvement stores. It comes clear, black or white so be sure to get the color you prefer.
Dry-Erase Markers on Mirrors
I have been doing this for myself-notes from me to me whenever I need something in the AM that I think of at bedtime!
No-Sew Dog Throw Blanket
My dog chewed up fringe on one of these blankets. Not a good idea for a dog who chews
Floss Threader for Threading Sewing Needles
OMG!!! I currently hardly sew at all since I cant thread needles without going nuts. My pile of mending thanks you!
Treating a Dog With Parvo at Home?
I agree with other posters. You must take this dog to a vet. Parvo is fatal if not treated and since he has been sick so long he may not recover. Responsible dog owners, like parents, manage to care for their animals when they are sick. If you cant do this...
Gluing Marbles to a Window?
I would use E6000. U can find it almost anywhere, it is cheap and pretty much sticks anything to anything
What Kind of Snake is This?
When I found a snake I couldnt identify in my yard I called a local reptile store and they IDd it as a king snake-a good guy so I named him Elvis and he hung around for a couple of years.
Planting a Garden Path Border?
Tin cans will rust and disintegrate. They will leave debris in the garden and you can cut your hands on it. Plastic or aluminum wont rust and wont disintegrate. You could even cut the bottoms off and once the plants have a good root system pull the plastic...
Keeping Track of Business Cards
They make clear plastic inserts for binders/notebooks that have little slots that fit a card. You can put these business cards in back to back and each sheet holds 20 cards. U can see everything at once. These should be available at any stationery store
Comfortis For Fleas
I swear by comforted but it is expensive. I found a source in Canada to order from. Even w shipping it costs less than half what it costs here. Be sure to order for dog or cat and based on weight.
Organizing Information and Reminder Notes?
I use a regular spiral notebook like kids use in school. I jot everything in it that I need to do, remember, buy, etc. When done I either X it out or if it is a separate page and I never will need it again, i.e. a grocery list I tear and toss. Other memos, i...
Black Snake With Huge White Eyes?
One time I had a snake in my yard, I made a few phone calls and described the snake and was told he was a King Snake. I named him Elvis and he was seen in my yard now and then for a couple of years. Once I knew he was a helpful snake and not poisonous, we were...
Organizing for a Disability
A backpack hangs perfectly on a walker or wheelchair and has lots of pockets
Homemade Bubbles?
There are a lot of recipes for bubbles. Most are a combination of dish soap, water and glycerin(avail in drugstroe) to stabilize the bubbles. Mix and allow to age for a few days. recipes will tell you how long. I mix them in an old 2 liter soda bottle-clearly...
Dog Has Black Smelly Deposit in Ears?
You must take your dog to the vet. Sounds like an ear infection. My shelties used to get them all the time. If you have a pet you have to be a responsible pet owner and provide necessary veterinary care!
Keeping Dogs Off Furniture?
Try putting some aluminum foil loosely on the couch-the crinkly sound and texture may be enough to break them of the habit. Or just keep the couch covered with a sheet when the dogs are in. Or some small mousetraps set on the couch that will snap when the couch...
Dog Scared of Laminate Floor?
My sheltie is afraid of shny floors-I think it is the reflection. Can you coax her with treats-either fed to her with each step or a trail of treats.
Eating Stew Left in Crockpot Over Night?
Next time put it right into the fridge, doesnt matter that its hot. If the crock is removable, just put a folded towel under if if your fridge shelves are glass. Uncover it to facilitate cooling. The reason people used to cool things before putting them in...
Breeding a Miniature Poodle?
I totally agree. Please do not breed your dog. All sorts of dogs are put down every day because they lack homes. Dont breed or buy while shelter pets die!
Packing and Storing Books
Why don't u ask her to mail it using MEDIA RATE on the postage. It is cheapest way to do so. Not sure what 'conservative Christian ' has to do with it
Glue for Gluing Items to Glass?
E6000- available in craft stores as well as home improvement stores, Walmart, etc.
Painting Hard Cover Books for a Decoration?
How about drilling a hole through each and stacking them with a long screw or metal rod with end caps? Even a wood dowel might work.
Getting Rid of Fleas?
I swear by Comfortis. It is expensive, however, and you have to get it from a vet or online from Canada, Australia or Mexico.
Getting Rid of Fleas on My Cat?
I am loving Comfortis for my dogs-not sure if there is a cat version. It is expensive though, and you have to get it from a vet or order from Canada or Australia online.
Making My Own Compost in a Bucket?
Drill holes in your composting bucket to let air in and excess water out.
Are Peanuts Good for Dogs?
Peanuts might be a choking hazard. Most dogs like peanut butter and a little is OK for them.
Using Rit Dye on Polyester Fabric?
Polyester will not take Rit dye. There may be other dyes available through specialty shops online but Rit works best on natural fibers like cotton or silk.
Emergency Vet Services on a Payment Plan?
Please use common sense-when something appears as serious as this is, dont write to a website. Get your pet to the vet!
Grey Hair Doesn't Hold Color?
If you are dissatisfied with the job they do or their attitude, go elsewhere. Find someone whose hair you do like and ask where they have it done. Flattery will get you the info/referral you want!
Donating Ball Point Pens?
Schools will love these, or I donate often to an organization that assists foster parents.
Decoupage Scrabble Tile Earrings
I would love to attach earring back to back side of tile and use them as initial earrings. If u want just square tile shapes use a piece of cardboard chip or foam core board. Use letter tiles to create name or word art . Little squares are easy to come by but...
Cleaning Rate for a One Bedroom Apartment?
I pay $40 for having my 1 bedroom cleaned and its 3-4 hours work.
Inexpensive Combined Birthday Party Ideas?
Use lots of generic Yellow stuff. A package of S-bob stickers can decorate these if you want. Use just a few S-bob accessories, or if your kids have S-bob toys, use them as centerpieces, etc. Dollar stores have underwater/sea theme accessories at this time...
Organizing Toiletries When Traveling
Try inflating some zip top baggies into sort of balloons and wedge between bottles and tubes to hold upright andin place. Who cant use a few baggies for odds and ends at ur destination
Upcycled Plastic Bag Saver
Tissue box works great. I keep it on top of fridge so when I have a grocery sack I stuff it in there. I try to use my recyclable bags when I remember so have less and less of the single use plastic bags these days.
Ants in the Kitchen?
Sprinkle baby powder where you see them. Kills them on contact. Also cinnamon along any cracks or gaps is a deterrent, but a bit messier. I wonder if cinnamon oil would work?
Canned Food "Pill Pocket"
Our vet advised to roll meatball of canned food and tuck pill into it. Most recently I had liquid amoxicillin to give and just rolled it into wet food. Gracie gobbled it right down and the taste of medicine didn't slow her down
Homemade Tanning Recipe
Iodine will dye the skin but this provides no sunbrun/SPT protection. Baby oil invistes a burn and is dangerous. Use this after sun exposure, if you like.
First Aid Basket
Peroxide shouldnt be in your first aid kit. Current best practices are soap and water, and if needed an antibiotic ointment and bandage. Peroxide is too strong and can destroy healthy tissue making healing more difficult.
Copying and Pasting Text on the Computer?
I am currently taking a computer class-the prof recommended OpenOffice as well.
Put Eyeshadow in the Freezer
I totally agree with the comment on freezing kills nothing. It might preserve the product pigments and stuff, but dont expect it to kill bacteria.If you have had any kind of eye infection like pink eye , also called conjunctivitis throw away ANY products you...
Supplements for Weight Loss?
I lost 100 lb and have kept it off after GBP surgery a number of years ago. No supplement will make you loose weight-eat what you were told to and if needed there are bariatric nutritionists/dieticians who can help you get an appropriate meal plan together...
Child Support Calculations and Stepparent's Income?
Ask your attorney. Also,most states have a division of the DAs office that deals with child support.
Insurance Coverage for Plastic Surgery?
Some do, some dont. Depends on if you can make a case for medical necessity. I did and the appropriate surgery. Always refer to it as reconstructive surgery. I had an abdominoplasty and a mastopexy.
6th Birthday Party?
I dont see any problem, but do let everyone know the agenda. There might be safety issues if the kids get wild or it is totally dark-perhaps some dim lighting would be well-advised.
Melt Down Big Chocolate Bunnies Into Smaller...
Dont put water into real chocolate when melting it-chocolate will seize-get heard and grainy and not melt. Maybe the writer here used imitation-type chocolate.
Cooking Dried Beans in a Crockpot?
I do this all the time. To my crockpot I add a bag of dry beans,an onion peeled but not cut up, and a large sprig or 2 of rosemary, because I have a large bush of it. Certainly this is not necesssary, tho. No SALT! Salt toughens the outside of the beans. Cover...
Coping with Adult Child's Divorce?
Please dont own this. Your daughter and husband are adults. If they ask for your help-offer what you can but dont blame yourself. I assume the older mentally ill child is receiving some sort of therapy, special ed or out-patient care-your daughter should seek...
Zip Pencil Bags for Storing Puzzles
Ziploc bags work fine as well. If you want to keep all of them together reinforce the end, with scotch or packing tape and punch holes. Then they can go in a binder. Or toss all the bags into a shoebox.
Laundry Detergent Cap Cupcake Pincushion
I did this years ago with a tuna can and stuffed it w steel wool which sharpens pins a bit too
Finding Free Mattress Sets?
Do not bring used mattresses/box springs into your home. There is a major bedbug epidemic going on and once they get into your home it is almost impossible to eradicate them.
Ask For Household Items On Craigslist
When it was time to move my mom from her own place to an Alzheimers facility we contacted a local womens shelter. They gave the info to a woman who was transitioning into her own place and she then contacted us, and made all the arrangements to get the things...
Getting Rid of Fruit Flies?
The above works fine but cover the jar with plastic wrap and poke a small hole. I just stuck it with my fingernail or a pencil. Bugs go in and are too stupid to get out.
Making Things Easier for the Disabled
Grab bars are your friend. I have 1 installed just outside the tub/shower enclosure and 1 beside the toilet. Be sure they are in stalled into a beam or joist with 3 screws. Sometimes they come with shorter screws, it is worth the few extra dollars to get longer...
Finding Inexpensive Furniture?
You need to buy a new mattresss. Costco sells one of memory foam that is relatively inexpensive and very comfortable. There is an ongoing epidemic of bedbugs so it is not wise to bring in a used mattress.
Use Toothbrush To Clean Keyboard
Alcohol would be better than vinegar. It evaporates more quickly and sanitizes better.
Saving Money on Medical Alert Jewelry
Most of these tags can be engraved on both side, include a contact /next of kin number as well. A great cost-conscious idea!
75th Birthday Party Centerpiece Ideas?
I like using green plants, 6 potted plants can be had for about $6 in places like Home Depot. Use fabric or tissue paper to cove the ugly pots or buy some pot-covers from a floral supply. To add some color snip a few silk flowers and tuck them along side the...
Cleaning an Antique Christening Dress?
Since this is delicate and sentimental please dont try to clean it yourself. Find a good dry cleaner that clean with archival quality products. If you have a local art museum the curator might be able to suggest one.
Decorations for a Daddy-Daughter Dance?
How about having the kids trace and then color or otherwise embellish the figures to look like themselves. Cut out and mount around the walls. It might be fun for each dad to find the cut-out he thinks is his daughter!
Prevent Forgetting Items With Car Keys
Ive been doing this for years. Even when I am dining at a friends or family members home and they offer me some leftovers I place my keys in the fridge. Cant go anywhere without them!
Cleaning a Saucer Chair?
Depends on what fabric it is. Is the cushion or cover removable? I made a new cover for one when the color it was didnt go with my decor. I used a sheet sized fabric, cutting a circle the size I needed, ran a casing all around the edge and then ran elastic...
12th Birthday Party Game Ideas?
Mani and pedis, crafts like making hair ornaments or beaded jewelry, make your wolw pizza for food and an engaging activity. 12 year olds usually have a pretty good idea of what they do and do not want-ask her what she enjoyed at other kids parties, and what...
Removing Permanent Marker from a Whiteboard?
WD-40, nail polish remover, Mr Clean eraser-pretty easy to do but also hide the Sharpies!
Sleep Over Ideas for Girls?
Is there a 24 hr Walmart? Make a Walmart Scavenger Hunt-either stuff to buy or even better-take pictures of the items!
Clearing a Clogged Toilet?
There are at least 2 kinds of plungers-the red ones with a bowl shaped head, and black ones with a sort of bowl and rounded nub on it-the latter work best. Use it and if the bowl contues to drain and then fill turn off the water (handle/know should be just...
Child Support Payment and Taxes?
Best advice-tell your son to talk to his tax preparer. Different states/different laws . and a little OT, why are you asking-seems like your son needs to be responsible for this and for getting his own answers. If you have a relationship with your grandchildren...
Ecofriendly Dishwasher Cleaner?
Dump 1 packet lemon Kool-Aid (no sugar needed) into the detergent cups and run the washer empty thru a cycle.
Shopping for Comfortable Clothes for Female Nursing Home Patient?
Everyone has already posted lots of sources for the kind of clothes you grandma will like. Nursing homes are notorious for losing things. Be sure everything, every garment, picture frame, door decoration, any medical equipment or device that you or she or her...
Cleaning an Older Wedding Dress at Home?
Please dont try to do this at home. Likely this dress is sentimentally valuable to you-invest in having it professionally cleaned. Go to a cleaner that specializes in cleaning antiques and can then package it in a box and tissue that is archival quality.
