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Hello,
We received a note from Harlean that our link for The Family Homestead contained two periods in yesterdays newsletter. Here is the proper link:
http://www.thefamilyhomestead.com
Also thanks to Ann for her correction of our spelling error. We erroneously spelled Bristle, Brissle.
We always appreciate hearing from subscribers, whatever the reason. Please feel free to let us know when we goof up because probably someone else noticed it, too.
Thanks for reading,
Susan
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Vinyl spongy rolls of drawer liner are so much fun. I use them to keep anything and everything where it belongs, such as booster seat on dining chair, pics straight on wall when attached to back of frame, under my keyboard, knick/knacks, telephones, also to keep a mattress from sliding around. Nothing is safe with my scissors and drawer liner. I use it in the shower to keep the soap from falling and it doesn't mold. Use your imagination for travel, picnics, camping, decorating, my pets are next in line for a transformation of their lives but only under things, we wouldn't want the kitties to get their nails caught in it.
By Linda Talbott
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A lot of water that goes down the drain can be used to water plants. Water that you use to steam vegetables, cook potatoes or boil eggs can be reused to water your plants. Also, when you clean out your aquarium you can use that water to water your plants.
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I have a solution for refilling the Swiffer Wet Jet soap solution.
As the lid is sealed on, I used a large turkey basting syringe used to inject flavoring into turkeys.
Fill it with 2 "shots" of my favorite floor soap in the existing hole .. Then I filled the rest with water.
I have refilled it 4 times with the original bottle. Hope this helps!
By Kelly
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The following three tips are from our archive.
When washing your windows mix equal parts vinegar and water to use as a cleaner and then use newspaper to dry. Cuts dirty glass much easier and doesn`t leave streak marks. Works inside or outside. It's less expensive and using the paper is more ecological too.
By Jeanne
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Birch Shavings as Rabbit Litter
Our daughter is 10 and raises rabbits. We used to use kitty litter in their cages, but when our warren got to 16 rabbits, I was easily spending $30 a month on stuff for the rabbits to eliminate on. Another breeder introduced me to using birch shavings in the under-trays, instead. It smells nice and instead of claying up our compost bin, we now have something that breaks down easily. We even use it raw in our flower garden, and our flowers have never looked better!
By Kellie
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When sewing on buttons, especially on heavy jackets, use dental floss or 4 strands of thread that has been waxed with beeswax. This will make the button threads much stronger.
By Karole
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Brainstorm: Uses for Old Tires
I was surprised to find that we had not done this Brainstorm yet. What are your ideas for reusing old tires?
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Featured Feedback: RE: Blanching Peppers?
Hi!
I don't know what the book says about this, but I freeze bell peppers all the time with no blanching. I just remove the seeds and either freeze them whole for future use for stuffed peppers, or chop them and pack them into zip lock bags and freeze them. Then if I need a few for a stir fry or to add to any recipe, just flex the bag to loosen the chopped peppers and use what you need, and reseal the bag and return it to the freezer. I always grab up all the marked down peppers I can find at the supermarket.
Harlean from Arkansas.
P.S. I believe this method would work for any kind of peppers.
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Featured Feedback: RE: Removing Grease Stains from Clothing
If you get grease stains while cooking/eating, try sprinkling with cornstarch..let it absorb the stain, brush away, then add dishwashing liquid... BTW GREEN dishwashing liquid will remove black grease from clothes.
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Featured Feedback: RE: Uses for Rusty Muffin Pans
If they are just a little rusted, I would just use them with paper cupcake liners.
By Linda
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Today's Recipes: Blueberry Sherbet
Put all ingredients in a pot & simmer for 10 minutes. Chill then freeze.
To freeze:
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Remove from freezer 15 - 20 minutes before serving. Delicious served with a few fresh berries.
From http://www.CanadianCountryGifts.com .
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I am craving the ultimate chocolate frosting recipe. One that can withstand being out of the fridge, and has the most extreme chocolate flavor... Thank you, Mels from Canada =)
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Help Decorating Burgundy Dining Room
I have painted my dining room burgundy and feather dusted with a light pink in the same color family. I am having trouble accenting the walls. I am not sure what to put on the walls since they look so busy already. I am also thinking about new light switches in a wood... not sure if that would be took dark? Any suggestions? I need all the help I can get. Nancy
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Make Your Own Sanitizing Wipes?
Does anyone know how to make your own sanitizing or antibacterial wipes?? Thanks in Advance, Linda
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Help Organizing Tupperware in Cupboard
I need suggestions for organizing/keeping organized the cupbaord with the plastic storageware (i.e. Tupperware, Rubbermade). I have a lot of it and between round and square, lids and containers the cupboard resembles Fibber McGee's closet - Everytime I open it things fall out, can't find matching sets, etc. Linda
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Can You Refill Plug-in Air Fresheners?
My wife asked if I could find a way to refill plug-in air fresheners (Wallflower brand). The packaging indicates that they contain essential oils but I'm unwilling to simply experiment with a potential fire hazard. Does anyone have a "recipe" for the contents of these air fresheners?
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I have a red and white swim suit and went tubing in a river...the river was pretty gross, and it stained the white parts of my suit with a brown color. Does anyone have any suggestions? Thanks:) Amy From Wisconsin
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I have two nonstick muffin pans that have rusted. I hate to throw them away. Any ideas what i can do with them? Thanks.
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Hi, i will like to know if you can blanch peppers (all kinds). And if you can, how you do it? How many minutes? And how long do they last? Thank you . Lilly from the Bronx
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