Making a Microwave Heating Rice Pad
If you want a really simple and quick microwave heating pad, this is a frugal way to throw one together.
Installing a Self-Closing Gate
The gate to our front yard had a decent latch on it, but it was easy to not close properly. The gate kept getting left open and the dog would get out and run around the neighborhood.
Did you know that bobby pins now come in many colors? On one of my visits to the local discount store I found a huge selection of colored bobby pins along with the normal colored ones. I decided to see what a necklace would look like with these dangling.
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I put a bar of soap in the toe of a cut off leg of pantyhose and tie it onto my out side water faucets. It is handy for clean up after working in the yard and saves bringing the grime into the house. I have also taken these to picnics, family gatherings, etc. and slip knotted them onto a faucet for hand washing.
By plwp12 from Odessa, TX
I make lemon curd for tea parties and wanted to have a pretty serving piece to serve my guests. It can be placed on a buffet or used by a server at the event.
This is a guide about crafts using bowling balls. You can create some decorative, unique crafts by working with an old bowling ball.
This is a frugal way to make barbie items for your girls.
This is a guide about making a duct tape backpack. Duct tape is currently a popular crafting medium.
This is a guide about embroidery hoop wall hangings. An embroidery hoop makes a quick and simple frame for, or can be an integral part of, your craft project.
This is a guide about building a garden arbor. An arbor is a beautiful and useful addition to your garden.
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Getting Rid of Odors in the Fridge
My refrigerator has a strong smell, something like rotting oranges. I've cleaned it with baking soda and placed two boxes of baking soda inside the fridge and freezer compartments. I'm a renter and the landlord refuses to even come by and check it out. Any suggestions?
Attaching Pictures and Photos to Plaster of Paris Slab
There was a fad about 30 yrs. ago where people made small plaster of Paris slabs and transferred pictures from magazine pages or snapshots to the slab. I would like to know how to do this.
Steam Mop Left White Ring on Vinyl Floor
I set a hot steam mop on my vinyl floor, I know better, it left a white mark (like a ring on furniture). I need help to get rid of it. It's in a very noticeable place. Any help would be appreciated.
Can Only Some Puppies in a Litter Have Parvo?
My sister got a puppy and within 36hrs they had to sadly put the puppy down because it had parvo. All they are asking for is the money they purchased the puppy for and not the vet bill to put him down.
Homemade Parsley Honey Crystallized
Has anyone any idea why every time I make parsley honey, once the jar has been opened it has started to crystallize and doesn't stop til fully crystallised in the jar. Each batch made turns out the same. Yes, everything is sterilised before hand.
The International Cyclopedia - New York. Dodd, Mead and Company 1887
I have a set of leather covered International Cyclopedias. They read: Brazen Circulating, entered according to act of Congress, in the year 1885, by Dodd, Mead, and Company.
Can I grow a single red bell pepper in a pot, or do I need to have twp plants for pollination?
Previously House Broken Dogs Peeing in the House
I have a Llapso Poo and a Tibetan Terrier both of whom I have had for four years. About 6 months ago both dogs started peeing in the house when we aren't home. It doesn't happen all the time, but has become quite annoying. Note: they have a doggie door that they use some of the time.
Do frozen peppers always go soft after thawing no matter how you froze them?
Repairing Water Damage to Wood Table
I have a wood coffee table that has an area 10 x 39 x 12 inches where the finish has been removed/damaged. I'm looking for an easy way to repair this area to blend in with the original finish.
