Organizing a Side-by-Side Freezer?I need ideas for organizing the narrow freezer space in a side-by-side fridge. Is there anywhere that I can get wire baskets or whatever to fit on my freezer shelves, to possibly create drawers or? My freezer shelves are 9 x 17. I have one pull-out shelf that sits 15 inches under a stationary shelf.
Mounting Photo Collages?I have ten 12x18 collages, one of each of my 10 grandchildren. I cannot afford to frame each one, so would like ideas on how I might be able to mount them as a group on a wall. It would be okay to tack them onto something, but would like ideas about what that something might be.
Comparing Cost of Drip Coffee to K-cups?How can I compare the cost per cup of coffee made in a pot vs K-cups?
Caramel Sauce for Monkey Bread Grainy and Hard?I'm finding that often times my caramel sauce in my monkey bread ends up granulated. The last time it was granulated and hard. I don't know how to fix that.
Williams Sonoma Monkey Bread Recipe?I'm looking for the recipe from the Williams-Sonoma monkey bread mold package that has cream cheese rolled into it. Does anyone have that?
Repairing Dearfoam Slipper Soles?I have a favorite pair of fuzzy Dearfoam slippers given to me several years ago that are made with a cloth sole. I have worn through the soles, but haven't figured out what to use to adhere to these cloth soles to allow for more wear. Surely there's some material that I can attach (glue?) as a sole. Any ideas?
Purse Organizer for Switching Purses?I have a tote handbag (large) which I like to use everyday. My children gave me a lovely Dooney Bourke handbag that I like to use when I dress up. The Donney Bourke bag has a zipper down the middle, and is very narrow, while the tote is one big space.
Thrifty Fixes for Kitchen In Mobile Home?I'm a social security senior and live in a mobile home in Central California because it's the best I can afford. It's nice, but 30 years old. Would appreciate any thrifty ideas.
Having Dental Work Done in Mexico?Has anyone from the U.S. had any experience with going to Tijuana for dental care? I am trying to figure out what's important here. I'm skeptical about going alone and also what I might encounter there that I haven't anticipated. Any recommendations?
Using a Microwave Safely?My husband is convinced that using a microwave to heat and/or cook food destroys the nutrition. He says that you might as well eat cardboard. He also contends that there is radiation contamination all around the microwave when it is in use. Does anyone have concrete proof of either of these contentions?
Corn Syrup Vs. Honey?I make a granola bar that's supposed to coat dry ingredients with a chewy, sticky sauce that's made with brown sugar, honey, and butter. We really don't like the honey flavor and it gets too sweet for our tastes. Can corn syrup be added to brown sugar and butter, and does this make it softer or harder?
Healthy Non-dairly Coffee Flavoring Recipe?I am looking for non-dairy coffee flavoring recipes and/or products. The ready-made flavorings create considerable gastric distress for me. I just found that an almond-coconut milk works well for me, so if I can figure out the caramel-like flavor to add, it'll probably work.
Keeping a Wedding Guest List Small?My grandson is marrying a sweet, shy young lady from another state who is planning a very small wedding; as a matter of fact her guest list adds up to 15 people. Economic issues and the fact that her family is uncomfortable with large gatherings underlie these plans.
Recipes Printed on 8-1/2 x 11 Paper?I print a lot of recipes from the internet on 8-1/2 x 11 paper. This is an odd size for any recipe box or book holder that I have found. I would like to just fold them in half, so that I then have an 8-1/2 x 6.5 sheet. Any ideas of how I might organize them?
Cooking and Baking with Stevia?I am extremely interested in any and all information on cooking and baking with stevia. I would love recipes.
Affordable Christmas Gifts for Large Family?Every year I struggle with how I can somehow give something affordable, but of value, to my growing family of 11 grands (+4 spouses) and 4 great-grands. It's gotten to the point recently that financially I'm stretched so thin and far that I'm exhausted and pained by the whole process.
Keeping Buns Warm in a Crockpot?How do you keep buns warm in a crockpot? Do you have to warm them first? Or do they warm well in the crockpot? And how long should you give them to heat up? Should you line the crockpot with a towel and dampen it? This is for a potluck where I need to heat them first at home and keep them warm, hopefully.
Knee Lift for Old Bernina 830 Sewing Machine?Anyone know where I can find a knee lift for an old Bernina 830?
Dyeing Stained Earth Spirit Suede Sandals?My very comfy, affordable Earth Spirit 60% suede sandals have become stained and ugly from wear, but are otherwise in very good shape. I can't get them clean. Any ideas?
Freezing Potato Water for Later Use?My favorite bread recipe calls for potato water. Has anyone tried to freeze potato water for a later use, such as an ingredient in homemade bread?
Recipe for Coconut Milk Ice Cream?Can anyone give me a recipe for homemade ice cream using coconut milk? Do you just substitute the coconut milk for the cream and the milk? We are dairy intolerant.
Personalized Photo Albums For Grandchildren?I am looking for a simple (quick and inexpensive) project to make as Christmas gifts for my 12 grandchildren, ages 5 to 23. I am wanting to do something with the digital pictures that I have of them from over the last few years.
Polyester Activewear Crinkled in Dryer?I must have left my activewear silky polyester pants in the dryer too long, as they now have a slightly crinkled appearance. Got ideas how to get that out?
Parenting a Disabled Child?I have a 21 year old grandson who has been diagnosed with high-functioning Asperger's. He is gifted in electronics, yet can't get through the interview process successfully. This is a source of frustration and depression for him. Can anyone give me a reference to parenting that I might refer to my daughter?
Organizing Medicare/Supplemental Insurance Paperwork?I am absolutely weighted down with keeping track of paperwork related to Medicare and supplemental insurance, also pharmacy receipts. Does anyone have a system that is easy to follow? There are two of us.
Stained Glass Window Film?How might I cover some clear glass in the doors of a hutch that I use for storage in my bedroom? I would like to find some con-tac-like see-through material that I can adhere to the backside, so it looks like stained or etched glass.
Monkey Bun Recipe?Does anyone have the recipe for monkey buns from the back of the monkey buns "kit" that I saw at Bed Bath and Beyond yesterday? The recipe calls for cream cheese wrapped in the biscuit before placing in the baking pan and adding the butter and brown sugar topping.
Affordable and Low-maintenance Landscape for Mobile Home in a Park?Any ideas for low-cost, low-maintenance yard treatment for senior mobile home park residence? Wood chips are old and ugly. It must be affordable. We are two seniors, neither good at yard work.
