Making a Water Bottle Cozy?
I use one of the many orphan socks I seem to collect in my laundry. Cut off the foot part and just gather the cut edge with strong sewing thread. U can add a felt circle to the bottom, stitching it on with blanket stitch if u want more stability for the bottle...
Brewing Coffee Without a Coffee Maker?
If you have a metal funnel like a canning funnel, you should be able to line it with a paper filter, place it in your coffee carafe from the old coffeemaker(without the lid), fill with grounds and pour boiling water through the coffee until you have a pot. MCW...
Overalls Are Damaging Dryer?
Take the clasp and flip it to the inside of the overalls. With large pins, pin the clasp inside the overalls then pin the back to front on the sides. This still may do a little damage, but not nearly as much as the clasp itself.
Dyeing a Mohawk with Koolaid?
You know what might be easier? I understand you can dye a mohawk with bingo dabbers. Never heard of using Koolaid. You might try making a thick paste with the Koolaid and water and brushing it on with a stiffish brush like a pastry brush. leave it on for awhile...
Shopping for Lester Oil?
I never heard of it either, but my first thought was that you might mean Lestoil, the cleaner. I have not seen it anywhere lately and think it may be discontinued.
Coconut Baby
If the parents are sports fans, I bet a dollar store soccer or baseballs would work too. But I do like the coconut best!
Fabric Material for Rice Bags?
If these are the type of bags you heat up to use as pain relief, I would be leery of the rayon content. it may melt or catch fire. I would stick to all cotton or all linen just to be safe.
Accent Wall Paint Color Advice?
I agree with aloham58 picking an accent color, perhaps one that is common to all the art work would be the best idea. It is an accent wall, so really make it one
Remedy for Stinky Feet?
Soak your feet in a strong solution of black tea and the hottest water you can stand for 20-30 minutes. Use inexpensive teabags (cheaper the better) to make the tea solution and leave them in while u soak. Every once in a while, rub your soles over the bags...
Decoupage Surface Coating?
You may be thinking of a product called Decal-It I believe it was made by Plaid (makers of ModgePodge) but have not seen it in awhile. Not sure they still make it any more.
Battery Operated Pepper Grinder Does Not Work Properly?
Did they not even come with a bit of instruction about choice of pepper and salt to use? I would try pre-cracked pepper if you can find it.
Sealing Home-printed Photo Magnets?
You could try clear nail polish to seal the photos and edges too.
Ideas for Wedding Theme?
Autumn Love; lots of fall leaves, gourds (the cream ones) and maybe scents of autumn like cinnamon, cloves etc(a potpourri, frost some leaves (silk) and gourds with spray snow if you can get it. Candles scented in pumpkin, vanilla and spice would be nice too...
How Do I Remove a Chemical Odour in the Freezer?
How old is your freezer? The chemical odor just may be leaking freon! I would be very careful! If possible get a refrigeration expert to look at it!
Inexpensive Storage Bins?
Check your local dollar store. Mine has cloth ones in various colors that are packaged collapsed down and you insert a heavy cardboard bottom (included) into if after you open it up.
Treating Restless Leg Syndrome?
Thanks rc53 I printed out the fact sheet and hope my doctor isnt like redhatterbs and dismiss the problem like it was nothing. Of course, it is to him as he doesnt suffer from them it seems.
Treating Restless Leg Syndrome?
Wow, NatashaLee that Mayo clinic article is great! Thanks for the link. EGGZ I will certainly give tonic water a try as well. Thanks everyone who responded. Hoping will not have to cut out caffeine or chocolate. :[
Treating Restless Leg Syndrome?
I went off Lipitor for 48 hours at my doctors suggestion and it made no difference, ilmarlai, so still taking it although I will discuss changing to Ezetrol with my doctor and thanks for the suggestion.
Removing Breath Right Adhesive Residue from Nose?
I use breathe right and I find it washes off with soap and water and slightly rough washcloth or facial scrub sponge.
Bedroom Paint Color Advice to Coordinate With Purple Curtains?
They have white paints (I think it may be CIL) that have just a tinge of color in them, you could use pink tinged white (if you like pink).
Gift of Grandchild's Rice Giving Ceremony?
How about a really nice feeding bowl and utensils, something solid that he can use himself when he gets old enough.
Kids Not Wearing Underwear?
In my opinion, ten is too old to go without underwear particularly if her jeans and shorts are tight or too small. As mrs.story said, she is close if not in puberty and should not take chances with her personal space that way. One question, why has she been...
Cleaning an Old Typewriter?
Be sure it is dirt that is making the keys stick, sometimes they become bent and stick because of that.
Website for Determining Your Best Career Choice?
Try your local unemployment office, they often offer aptitude testing free for job seekers.
How Long Does It Take a Detergent Bottle to Decompose?
Check with EarthWatch or some other organization that encourages recycling and saving the earth most have websites.
Talent Show Themes?
Girls got talent, boyz got talent, seniors got talent, etc. Talent Galore for mixed groups, Does your family have talent? to encourage family participation.
Refurbishing the Outside of a Metal Bread Box?
Scuff up the metal thoroughly with sandpaper made for metal(have a dust mask and goggles on to prevent inhaling any metal dust etc) The sand paper for metal is black and is usually used wet. Paint with paints for metal. I would be tempted to stencil on the...
Ideas for Inexpensive Crafts and Hobbies?
Re-purpose re-purpose re-purpose! At places like Value Village and other discount used goods stores they often have necklaces, earrings etc that can be taken apart and combined into new necklaces etc. Ive even used old watches which I took apart and made new...
Living Room Set Color for a Burgundy and Off White Room?
My first thought was a light to medium grey.
Painting the Inside of Kitchen Cupboards?
If the cabinets and their insides are Melamine painted now, I would think it would be best to redo with the same paint. You may have to do two or more coats to cover can marks though. One way I use to prevent some of the marking that u are trying to cover is...
Is There a Book of Quick Make It Yourself Convenience Mixes?
Most of those food gifts in a jar recipes are mixes you can premix for your own use. I have seen these at my grocery checkout published by Favorite Brands. My personal fave book about this is for chemical free called Make Your Own Convenience Foods by Don and...
Ideas for Chicago Themed Birthday Party?
I would do a Chicago skyline on one wall in silhouette. Get photos of famous Chicago landmarks but make them from weird angles etc. Then have a contest to see who can identify the landmarks. The one who guesses right the most wins a small prize perhaps. Or...
How Do I Make a Poodle Skirt?
If it is not necessary to be strictly true to the authentic poodle skirt, then do what I did. I went to a thrift store and bought a plain cotton elastic waist skirt in red. Using assorted sized pompoms and felt I made a black poodle and glued it with fabric...
How Can I Make a Quilt From Old Sweaters?
Are the sweaters all made of the same material? ie wool, cotton etc. If not, would not put them all together as they would wash differently and possible warp the blanket. Sort by what the sweater is made of and put same fabric together. Im with latrtatr look...
What Can I Make Out of Speaker Cabinets?
Boxes open on back and front are quite in as wall art, but I would put a picture or poster on the wall after you mounted the box like a giant shadow box. Paint them to cordinated with the room you put them in. Lay the speakers horizontally and add long boards...
What Can I Do With an Old Family Quilt?
I would take some of the doilies and cover the worn spots on the quilt, perhaps then it could be hung in your home. Also you could use the pillowcases and other linens to make like a duvet cover for the quilt perhaps one that would fit with your decor. Personally...
Other Uses for Window Sheers?
Cut them into rectangles, fold in half and sew up two sides and tie with ribbon or cord to make simple sheer gift bags, Other squares will hold herbal bath tea mixtures or just soap slivers. Set a small amount of herbs or soap slivers in the center of a square...
Black Residue in Appliance Water Reservoirs?
What does the residue smell like? if it is coffee, then there is a build up of the oils from all the coffee you have made. Run a pot of water with about 1/4-1/2 a cup plain white vinegar in it through the coffee maker, following with 2-4 pots of plain water...
Crafts Using Plastic Coffee Creamer Bottles?
Remove any labelling if possible. If not, sand and paint white. Add colorful stripes with tape or paint and number them from 1-10 with craft paint or self adhesive colorful numbers. Weight the bottoms with sand or small stones. Glue the lids on and any pour...
Pattern for Knitted Dog Sweater?
Try a baby or childs sweater cardigan or pullover with a rolled neck.
Ideas for Reusing Mylar Balloons?
Sandwich between two piece of clear adhesive backed vinyl like Mactac Seal firmly and squeeze our bubbles. Cut in the shape that fits best, leaving a small margin around the outside. Voila, place mats!
Installing Peel and Stick Tiles?
Clean the laminate thoroughly with something like STP. Rinse and dry well as well. Sand the laminate lightly in all directions with a fine grit sandpaper to make a tooth for the adhesive tiles. I agree that you should use another thin layer of adhesive on the...
Inexpensive Repair for a Sweatshirt with a Shrunken Neck Opening?
I would cut off the neck opening binding and add ribbon or trim to hide the cut fabric edge or leave it as is if you like the look.
Adding Clear Sachet Pellets from Walmart to Heat Therapy Rice Bags?
I am almost certain the kind of pellets you are talking about are petroleum based wax and therefore would melt and perhaps cause fire.
Cross Stitch Pattern "Cleaning and Scrubbing Can Wait Til Tomorrow"?
Liesure Arts leaflet 350. This is a sampler of the poem Babies Dont Keep that has a moon, clouds and a cradle hanging from either a blue or white bow. It was published in 1985 The address I have is Leisure Arts P.O. Box 5595, Little Rock, AR 72215. They may...
Preparing Styrofoam for Painting?
Why do you want to cover it before painting? is it the rough kind or smooth kind? If it is the first, craft glue might certainly smooth it out, but since school glue is usually water soluble, it might not work. I would try craft glue or artists gesso (a canvas...
Best Paint for Using on Styrofoam?
I agree with latrtatr you could use the paint especially for styrofoam. I have had very good success with craft paint especially on smooth styrofoam balls. I find it takes more than one coat though.
Snacks for a "Sweet" Themed Birthday Party?
Depending on your daughters age, make plain cookies and let the party goers decorate them with icing, sprinkles, small candies etc. Just cover the table with plastic, set out tubes or bowls of different icings and decorating candy, bib up everyone and let them...
Painting Glass Lamp Shades?
If you use a faux glass paint like Gallery Glass by Decoart, please follow the prep instructions that come with the paint. It does not come in spray that I know of, you may have to paint it on by hand. Or you could try spattering it on with an old toothbrush...
Paint Color Ideas for Kitchen with Black Cabinets and Stainless Appliances?
Do you like monochrome or an eye popping color? For monochrome, try a light to medium shade of grey and to eye pop it, any bright color like red, orange or yellow would be good.
Preparing for a Move?
First question: Has he applied and been accepted to the Art Institute? If not, do that first before you take such a big step as moving to another province only on hopes. I am assuming you dont know anyone there. Get in touch with the Burnaby Chamber of Commerce...
Smoke Odors in My Apartment from Neighbors?
You can also get seals for light fixtures, plugs and switches that insulate against air leakage around those areas. I would also check to see if your doors and windows have a tight seal. Have you tried getting an portable air purifier cleaner the kind that...
Splenda Recipe Book?
I got a digest size paperback one at my grocery check out, put out by Favourite Brand Name Recipes Volume 8 #14(part of pil Publications International Ltd. The title is Sweet Possibilities But I agree with Cricketnc the best source is the Splenda Recipe Club...
Best Protective Finish for Outdoor Wood Furniture?
You might consider marine varnish as it is made for boats and can take alot of wet and weather. Be sure your log is good and cured before doing anything with a preservative for the wood.
Craft Ideas for Ivory Piano Keys?
I like the wind chime concept. Use small eye screws to hang them at different lengths. How about a tie bar that is truly unique? Paint or marker musical notes etc. on them. You could also glue them to wooden boxes with or without lids. You could even try slicing...
Removing Stains from a Vintage Hockey Jersey?
If it is vintage and you have it as a collecible rather than a wearable, I would not remove the stains. If you decide to sell to a collector in the future, they would not be happy and it is worth less if cleaned repaired etc. On the other, hand if is to be...
Protecting a Countertop From Candle Wax?
You can make some cute candle stands with a cup and saucer from the thrift store (they dont even have to match!) Turn the cup over, glue the saucer bottom to bottom of the cup with a good glue for glass or ceramics or the glue that I believe is called E6000...
Dye Ribbon With Food Color
Great idea, may try a strong Koolaid and hot water mixture to see if it works as well.
Type of Staples Needed for Recovering Chairs?
If its in your budget, I would rent a pneumatic power stapler. Otherwise, upholstery tacks or longer staples may work better. If you recover them frequently, I would glue (no more nails, industrial adhesive) thin slats of softer wood to the underside of the...
Organizing Business Name Ideas?
How about something short and too the point like Get Organized with JG or Organization Ink?
Cleaning the Inside of Clear Glass Christmas Ornaments?
Since they are glass ornaments, remove the top caps and use whatever mixture or liquid spray you use to clean your windows. Perhaps if you cannot remove the staining or etching or whatever it is, you might try pouring craft paint inside the balls, swirling...
Christmas Gift Ideas for Elderly Dad?
Who cuts his hair? if he goes to a particular barber, go and get some free hair cuts for him; cab companies have gift certificates too. Does he play any kind of cards, a couple of new novelty decks (I saw one that has 100 dollar bill printed on the back of...
Keeping Buttons from Falling Off Leather Coat?
I highly recommend button hole twist heavy thread for buttons. You can also try painting the threads on the inside of the coat after youve sewn the button(s) on with clear nail polish( it hardens the thread so less likely to fall off so often. There is also...
Buying Concentrated Juice Lids in Bulk?
Perhaps try contacting your favorite concentrated juice manufacturer and ask, they may have reject lids they could sell u at a reduced cost.
Christmas Thank You Note Ideas for My Mailman and Trashmen?
Be sure to check with both the post office and sanitation department before gifting to these two hard working groups. Sometimes they are not allowed to accept gifts. You could try quotegarden.com for some poetry etc if that would help. but I agree with KansasCindy...
Disposable Versus Cloth Towel Adult Bibs?
Have you considered making a simple bib with bias binding around the neck with lengths at each end for ties using layers of the heavy duty paper towels used in shops(Home Depot carries them by the roll). Layer several towels on on top of the other, cutting...
12 Days of Christmas Piper Costume?
I agree with Omanana, a bagpiper wears a kilt, knee socks, white shirt, tam with a feather and the pipes of course. You could always use a cardboard cut out of a bagpipe instead of the real thing if u cant get a real bagpipe.
Making the Bride a Memento from Her Father's Dress Shirt?
Make her a bridal garter perhaps using a cuff and/or fabric bands from the shirt along with lace etc. But get her an inexpernsive one to throw at the reception so she can keep the one made from her fathers shirt, perhaps the name plate could be sewn on it in...
Homemade Toilet Bowl Cleaner?
Believe it or not, one of the best cleaners Ive found for a truly grubby, stained toilet bowl is between 4 and 8 Polident denture tablets(or any discount brant that has the same foaming action). Drop them in one at a time, let them do their foaming thing for...
Easy Homemade Christmas Tree Decorations?
When making popcorn strings it is best to let the popcorn get a little stale first(less breakable) use waxed dental floss and a fine long needle to string. I also had better success with packing peanuts instead of popcorn and red beads in place of cranberries...
12 Days of Christmas Float Ideas?
If you can fit 12 people on your float, dress each as the characters ie partridge, lord, lady etc and include a number on the costume to correspond to their part in the song, OR have each person hold the appropriate number as a large sign that has been decorated...
Making A Quilt Out Of Clothing?
If some of the clothes have fancy areas, I would try to make my squares in such a way as to incorporate them. Example, if something had a lace collar, I would cut a square that included the collar. If you wanted, you could sew it flat first. Dont forget to...
How Do I Paint on Wine Glasses?
Be sure to paint only the outside, not the inside or the rim as most paints for glass are toxic. One brand is called Gallery Glass by Plaid. I agree with dedeswrkshop that an everyday design would probably get more use. You could always add a Xmas theme wine...
Painting Cupboards to Coordinate With Mint Walls?
Have you considered chocolate brown and white? What color are your floors? Perhaps you could do the cupboards the floor color or if the floor has a fleck or pattern in it, perhaps pick a color from there for the cupboards.
How Do I Tie a Knot When Using the Handy Stitch Sewing Machine?
Since many hand held sewing machines use what is called a lock stitch and do not reverse, I would say your best bet would be to hand-tie a double knot at each end of your seam. Not an overhand knot but one where you tie a knot with both threads separately. Leave...
"Go Green" Cub Scout Christmas Float Ideas?
Make a Christmas tree by stacking recycling boxes of different sizes. If you have green ones, all the better. Turn them upside down and stack in descending rows ie six or eight bottom, next row two less, etc. use recyclables to make ornaments, the scouts may...
Ideas for Breakfast at Tiffany's Bridal Shower Party?
If youve never seen the movie, Google the title and watch it! As I recall, Audrey Hepburn wore a classic black dress, big black and white picture-style hat and sunglasses, but give the movie a view.
"An All American Christmas" Themed Parade Float Ideas?
Try re-enacting a Norman Rockwell Christmas themed painting. Google him for examples. He is such a famous painter of everyday American life. His Saturday Evening Post covers are familiar to many.
Can I Use Cardboard or Newspaper for Wall Insulation?
I am a firefighters wife and I was horrified to find out you want to use paper products of any kind to insulate INSIDE your walls. That is a fire waiting to happen! Unless you plan to treat it with a fire retardant solution I would say a resounding NO! And...
Craft Ideas Using Broken Mirror Fragments?
You could also make disco balls with them. Use ceramic or industrial adhesive to glue the mirror to a styrofoam ball leaving a small gap to insert a string or cord, then fill in with mirror after hanging cord is added. Embed the mirror fragments in a stepping...
Decorating a Cake Shaped Like a Building?
Try getting fruit by the foot and cutting small squares or rectangles from it, it would be great if you could get yellow or orange as it is more like lighted windows.
Uses for Nutella?
Make filling for pairs of plain cookies or crackers,sandwiching the Nutella between them. Fill cake layers, make cupcakes, hollow out a center hole 1/2 way in center of cake, fill with Nutella, put the reserved cake bit back on top and ice the cupcake. I would...
Wildlife: Pelicans (Kure Beach, NC)
This guy certainly is a very fine bird like in the nonsense poem.
Can You Buy the Powdered Cheese as Sold in Boxed Mac and Cheese?
Kraft makes a powdered orange cheese. I found it in the same aisle as the powdered parm cheese by the same maker, near dried pasta and tinned tomato sauce.
Responding to a Dance Invitation?
Since he made you work for your question, Id take a heavy weight paper plate of the disposable kind and write your answer in a colorful way (think markers or colored pencils and tattoo or graffiti style), cut it up into as many pieces as possible, all different...
Paint Color Ideas to Brighten Kitchen?
Personally I am a big fan of yellow, not orange yellow like school buses but a clear, bright yellow like summer sun. depending how much wall space you have to cover, you could do a couple of shades, one lighter than the other, on opposite walls and if you like...
Scar Remedies?
Bio Oil will lessen the look of the scar with regular use. You can also get coverup made especially for scars.
Make Patterns Out of Shower Curtains
What a great idea! Just hope it would not prove too slippery when working with the pattern pieces.
Removing a Dried Blood Stain on a Bed Quilt?
I have used ammonia, sudsing ammonia works best, for dried blood stains. It is usually sold for cleaning floors. I put it in a spray bottle for this use. Wet the stain. Spray the stain heavily with the ammonia. Let sit for 5-10 minutes. You may have to repeat...
Ideas for a Slogan and Website to Advertise a Beauty Salon?
You could try adding an Ask a Stylist Q and A to your site or do a monthly description of one of the services your salon offers in detail. Riddles and jokes are fun too. Just Google hair jokes etc. Add a guest book so you can see who visits and use any comments...
Incorporating Owner and Children's Names into Name for Cleaning Business?
Shelleys Cleaning Services:Wade and Jordan Recommended
Buying Vintage Travel Stickers?
Dover Books has literally books of reproduction vintage travel stickers and u can buy on line www.doverbooks.com
Using a Vinyl Record for a Wedding Guest Book?
A white or bright colored fine tip paint marker would work best. I would also give the record a light couple of sprays with clear plastic spray paint to preserve the signatures when the wedding is over.
Car Sickness Remedies?
Do you do things where you lower your head while you travel, i.e. read, do crafts etc.? Much of motion sickness can have to do with your inner ear. Ride in the front seat if possible, look at the horizon as much as possible and relax. If you are reluctant to...
Projects from Old Craft Supplies
Good ideas and you can tell Tiger has a paw in every one of them. lol
Choosing a Countertop Color?
What color is the main part of the tile? I am thinking teal, either a shade lighter or darker than the floor tile accent.
Packaging Ideas for Cookie Exchange?
Copy some of your favourite xmas sheet music using a photocopier or your printer/copier or better yet, go to a used book store and get some inexpensive sheet music in a Xmas theme. Roll large cone shapes from the music, taping them together if needed and to...
Message to Accompany Gift of Pen to New Writer?
Cervantes said: The pen is the tongue of the mind. May this pen bring your thoughts to life.
Birthday Gift Ideas for Artistic Boyfriend?
How about an iTunes gift card or perhaps some basic art supplies in an artists portfolio. Does he have one of those drawing pads to use with his computer? You can get a fairly reasonable one at a computer store or online. One brand is Bamboo
Finding Plastic Coffee Can Lids?
I would also try local restaurants or coffee shops. Also see if your local paper will run a free ad for you requesting the lids. Anywhere where they have a break room(offices etc.) probably could collect them. Get the students to collect them in a drive that...
Congratulations Paul and Harlean (50th Wedding...
Happy anniversary you two. I thought I was doing well to have a thirtieth wedding anniversary. Your example is inspiring!
Ten More Commandments Of Dealing With The Blind
As a long time sighted guide for The Canadian National Institute For the Blind, these commandments are right on. I also found that if you notice someone is abut to pass close the blind person youre guiding, let them know by saying something like Someone is...
Can I Use Citronella Candles in Food Warmers?
I would be afraid it would flavour or perhaps taint the food with fumes going into the air and landing in the pan that is being warmed.
Organizing Your Photos?
I found photo boxes at my local dollar store. They come with dividers and you could sort by person in photos, by location, by year, by occasion, whatever you want. Or get a couple of multi-pocket expandable file folders with write-able tabs in the same place...
Planning a Cupcake Themed 1st Birthday Party?
Have you thought of a giant cupcake as the birthday cake? Use a deep round bowl or pan for this. Cut a frilly circle from waxed or parchment paper to line the pan. Ice and decorate as desired, perhaps putting the candle in a small cup cake in center of cake...
Keeping Deep Fry Oil From Becoming Rancid?
Try putting a paper coffee filter in a wire mesh strainer and straining the oil that way. I agree is should be stored in the fridge if you will be reusing it frequently, otherwise the idea of using a freezer for storage seems better. Also agree that to many...
Trouble Getting Motivated to Clean Room?
I like the idea mentioned about starting in a back corner and working your way to the door. Another thing that works best for me is putting things in their place daily instead of waiting until it becomes overwhelming. When done with something, put it away wherever...
Is it Safe to Use an Aspirin Face Mask?
What is an aspirin facial supposed to do for u? I agree with most of the previous posters, care must be taken that you arent allergic(skin reaction) or taking medications that counterindicate aspirin use.
Honoring Deceased Classmates at 30th Reunion?
I agree with Ann Parker, but I would add yearbook pictures with the names, if you want, add when the passed away as well.
Finding an Inexpensive Source for Wedding Dinnerware?
Try a restaurant supply store for best bulk prices
Moon Star and Sleepy Time Theme Baby Shower Ideas?
Think about going to the local dollar store and getting a couple of small toy cribs or cradles and putting in a small amount of oasis and some silk flowers to make small arrangement to scatter around the refreshment table or hang them with fishing line from...
How Often Should Sheets and Mattress Pads Be Washed?
It depends on if you suffer from dust allergies. If you do, a minimum of once a week for both is recommended. Otherwise, 1x a month for the mattress pad and every two weeks for the sheets will probably do.
Pamper the Mom, Too?
I always include something for the mom herself along with a shower gift. Usually homemade relaxation things like bath salts or a covered china mug to help keep her beverage of choice warm while she tends to the baby.
Homemade Chalk Recipe?
For sidewalk chalk, try about.com, for kids chalk just google, homemade chalk recipe
Tying a Sash in a Square Knot?
Left over right and under, right over left and under, just like doing a square knot in macrame or Girl Scouts. You may have to spread the knot pieces, sort of fluff them out so it looks neat and stylish.
Improving Relationship with Estranged Relatives?
Its important to remember that unless they have specifically asked for the advice, recommendations and point of view you offer, judging from past reaction, it would be best not to offer them. Also sometimes people ask for all of those things just so you will...
Making Concrete Stepping Stones?
Not sure why you thought u needed glue as previous posters have said it is mostly cement and water according to the instructions on your bag of cement. If it was to use as a sealer, unless it is NOT water soluble (eg. Elmers school glue IS water soluble.) I...
Checking for Damage from a Nearby WildFire?
My husband, a retired firefighter says a fire that distance away should not do damage, except soot which should only be on the outside unless you had your windows or door open. If you think it was hot enough, check you roof shingles and any air filters of air...
Shortening a Too Long Sectional Sofa?
If it is a sectional, it can be split into two wherever it naturally fits together. As Becca25 and Kffrmw88 said. If there is room put each section in different places in the room or put a section elsewhere in the house.
Gritty Substance Coming from Morphy Richards Aquamax Steam Iron?
Sounds like mineral deposits to me. Better get that new cartridge or perhaps use distilled water in the iron.
Finding Comfortable Shoes?
Maybe a visit to a foot specialist or chiropodist is in order. They may have things affecting their gait etc that could be corrected. I am a big fan of orthotics for foot comfort.
Cleaning a Cymbals on a Drum Set?
Just found an excellent site instructables.com/id/Cleaning-Drum-Cymbals/ According to them, lemon juice will do it, but for the exact technique, go to the site.
Carpet Advice for Room with Gold Walls and Navy Trim?
I am a big fan of carpet tiles in basements. Has the concrete been sealed with either paint or sealer made for concrete? If not, do that before putting down a rug with backing. If you use carpet tiles, you can do a pattern with brown and gold(maybe a shade...
Moving to Vancouver, B.C.
I have lived in Victoria and found it very damp, in fact, had to move as I have a mold and mildew allergy that was made worse by the climate. But Victoria is on an island and so more damp. The winters are milder, but that means more snow. If you have other...
Latch Hook Patterns?
Also try Shillcraft, they are mostly latch hook rugs. Not sure if they are still in business, but you could try googling them.
Color Scheme for Master Bedroom and Bath?
Maybe it is the shade of green in the bathroom, perhaps it is too light.Maybe a shade darker would look better with the brown tile.
Funny Awards for Office Cube Cleaning Day?
Biggest dust bunny sounds fun. You could also try most unusual piece of clutter found, largest paper ball, fastest wastebasket emptier
Cleaning a Dusty Coat?
I agree that vacuuming first then putting in dryer on fluff or air would be good, but before you do, spray all over with Febreeze Allergen Reducer fabric spray. That includes under any loose lining, down the inside of the sleeves etc. Perhaps a garment bag...
Craft Ideas for Bible Study Class?
I recommend either Pack-o-fun magazines (Im sure you could get them used or the Pack-O-Fun website. They feature bible study crafts all the time, both in the magazines and on the website.
Reusing the Cardboard Backs from Children's Puzzles?
If you got some peel and stick cork and cut to fit, you could make a small bulletin board. I would even try painting the center with blackboard paint(a couple of coats, letting dry in in between) to make a slate size chalkboard.
Printing a Degrees Symbol?
I solve the problem by using the asterix sign (over the 8) instead of the degree symbol. I dont enter recipe contests so I guess it doesnt matter as much. Although I share recipes with friends and family and no one has asked about using the asterisk.
Christmas Gift for Boyfriend Who Likes to Draw?
Kat Von Dee is an author and I hear her book has a lot of illustrations of her tats. Also any artist can always use drawing pads, sketch books, water color pencils etc. Pull it all together in a cool portfolio style (messager) bag with some paint markers so...
Paint Color for Child's Room with Black and White Floor?
Are they into auto racing, then do the color scheme of their favorite drivers car or cars over plain white walls,like racing stripes. You could even use the stick on striping they sell for cars in auto departments of stores
Making Cardboard Box Dollhouses?
Many dollar stores have inexpensive peel and stick tiles. How about those in different patterns for roof and sides, doors and window frames could be yet another pattern.
Recurling Hair on Vintage Doll?
First, I would try to determine for sure if the hair is human as some dolls have mohair and other fibers for hair. Check out eHow.com for an article entitled Caring for Doll Hair by Jonae Fredricks. It has related articles listed on the right sidebar one of...
Removing Fabric Paint on Dining Table?
If it is the puffy kind of fabric paint it should pull off easily by lifting a corner gently with a nail file tip or something similar. If it is the paint on kind, look online for a manufactueres website and ask them.
Uses for Stale Beer?
Make beer batter for fish by mixing either pancake mix or all purpose baking mix (Bisquick) thinly by directions except replace any liquids with the beer.
Updating Master Bedroom with Built In Cabinet?
I would keep it, for sweater storage, books, even a tv if you want one in the bedroom. If I opted to store clothes etc. on some of the shelves, it might be best to add doors to the shelf areas to keep dust and dirt off the clothes.
Crafty Uses for Game Pieces?
1. Glue assorted pieces to the edges of a wide wooden frame which u have painted to make a one of a kind frame for someones favourite board game. 2. Put three pieces together eg chessmen etc. and make a unique ornament for the tree by adding festive touches...
Homemade Baby Products?
Baby Powder 1/2 lb base powder mixture(100% corn starch, rice flour, corn flour) 1/2 lb powdered comomile, calendula(pot marigold) or elderflowers Combine thoroughly in large bowl with spoon. Store sealed in ziplock, box, tin, plastic tub or shaker container...
