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Craft Project: Mitten Man Puppet

A fun little project to make and to play with.

Mitten Man Puppet

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Over Easy Eggs Without Flipping

If you like over easy eggs, but hate to flip them, here's a nice thing I learned while cooking for a living. Have a nice flat pan or a skillet that allows for a flat center. Get a squirt bottle with some water, and a good lid that covers the pan or at least the eggs.

Heat your oil or butter to warm, drop in the eggs and immediately make a circle of water around the edge of the egg(s). Cover and steam them till the yolks are white and not yellow. Voila! You have "Easy without the Over"! N-JOY

By Sandi from Salem OR

Over Easy Eggs Without Flipping

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Craft Tip: Quilt Binding Without Mitered Corners

How to sew binding on a baby quilt (it could be a big quilt also) without having to bother with doing mitered corners. Mitered corners are hard to get just exactly right and if you are a perfectionist and want it to look just so, then you should try this method.

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Gardening: Contain Your Mint

Many plants, especially herbs, are very invasive and will spread and quickly take over your garden. To prevent this, place the plant, like this spearmint, in a container. This mint is planted inside an old ice cream maker. I have a beautiful plant and don't have to worry about it taking over!

By Marilyn from Colfax, LA

Contain Your Mint

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In Memory of Kirsty (Lurcher)

Sadly we lost Kirsty to epilepsy when she was just short of her 3rd birthday. She was a lurcher we bought in 1996. She loved to run on the beach and over the dunes. This is her curled up on her own chair! Very relaxed. She was very special to us.

By Marion from Scotland

In Memory of Kirsty (Lurcher)

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"Spring Into Friendship" Dance Theme

A middle school dance idea I used in the spring was a "Spring Into Friendship" dance. It had a sixties appearance. We decorated a gym. Around the gym on the walls were collections of bright color flowers, 36 to 24 inches in diameter with a different color center. They looked like the no slip doilies we used to put in bathtubs, sixtyish. Each flower had a stem with leaves cut out of green paper that reached to the flower.

In between each of the large bouquets of flowers, we had very large silhouettes of young adults hanging out together: shopping, skateboarding, walking, having a picnic, graduates, playing basketball and playing chess. These silhouettes were located on the free clip art web site I found by googling free clip art. I then printed and transferred them onto overhead projector sheets of acetate and enlarged them to 8 feet in height on black roll paper, putting two pieces together for some of the large group silhouettes.

In the center of the long gym wall I placed a large sign with the Spring Into Friendship in black letters on yellow paper - it really popped. We usually set up a snack table and 4 to 5 round tables for kids to sit around. These were decorated in a variety of colors, plastic table cover. I cut out small flowers to sprinkle around the tops of the tables and placed a colored gift bag, different colors, with flowers glued to the outside in the center of the tables. The arrangement coming out of the bag was bright color flowers and rising up from the center. I placed a rectangle of floral green foam in the bag to hold them. Rising up from the flowers was the overhead acetate silhouette stuck on a plastic floral card holder. The only requirement for admission to the dance was they had to come with a friend or group of friends to get in.

By Holly from Battle Creek, MI

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Neat Chef Tools on the Cheap

I love to salivate over the goodies in the cooking catalog like Williams-Sonoma, but some of the things are just plain unnecessary, or you can make them yourself. I saw two such things in the latest one, and I've been doing both things for years.

The first one was these little metal rods that you run through the center of potatoes you're going to bake in the (regular) oven. I believe a set of about six was something like $35. I have a couple of really long nails that I bought just for this. I believe I paid about two dollars for them. The principle is right, it helps radiate heat through the spud and speeds up the cooking, but you don't need to buy something special for it. Or you can thread a few on skewers, too.

The other thing was pretty, and a nice thing to have, especially if you host big family meals and like fish, but you can make them yourself for nearly nothing. If you order fish in an upscale restaurant, they'll often give you half a lemon to squeeze over it, wrapped in green nylon net. It looks pretty and keeps the seeds from squeezing out onto your fish. This catalog was selling six or eight squares of green nylon net to wrap around your lemon halves for a hideous price like $20. But nylon net costs nearly nothing, and is 72 inches wide! You can make a ton of these for just pennies.

I once found myself stranded with corn-on-the-cob, but no holders, so I stabbed in some golf tees, and they worked great - cute, too.

And those stainless steel rods they sell for removing pungent smells from the hands, you don't need one. Just use a stainless steel spoon, it really does work!

Source: The Source was just little ol' brilliant me. :)

By Savannah from North Alabama

Neat Chef Tools You Don't Need To Buy

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Use Antbacterial Gel in Your Bathroom

Our house is 100 years old and any activity on the plumbing affects the water pressure. When someone is in the shower, it is a big problem. I have added anti-bacterial gel next to the sink so if you need to "wash" your hands, the person in the shower doesn't get scalded.

By Jo Anne from Louisville, KY

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Use Duvets to Pad Older Mattresses

My mum gave me this idea. I have 5 children and 4 of them were sleeping on hard mattresses where you could feel the springs. Over the years I have accumulated double duvets (not sure if you call them the same in the US, perhaps divans? Any way the things you put covers on to sleep under, you know what I mean!)

As I couldn't afford to replace the mattresses, my mum suggested I fold the double duvets in two and lay them over each mattress (in effect a nice thick mattress topper), then make the beds as usual. It has worked a treat, no expense, just used stuff I had stored in the roof . My kids all get a better night sleep now!

By Sarah from Somerset UK

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Wash New Clothes With Similar Colors

When you purchase new clothes in dark or bright colors, take advantage of the dye bleeding in the wash by adding faded clothes of the same color. The faded clothes will become brighter!

By Tammy from Udall, Kansas

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Product Review: Save-A-Blade

Product: Save a Blade Automatic Razor Sharpener

Manufacturer: Exceptional Products, Inc.

Cost: $20-$25

My husband uses the Mach III razor and razorblades. If you buy this product you know they are super expensive to replace. ($11.00) for 3 razorblades at Wal-Mart.

We watched the infomercial on TV that showed how you can re-sharpen your razor blades. What the heck; we bought the product, read the instructions and my husband set out to sharpen his blades. They suggest using the Save-A-Blade to keep new blades sharp but since we had a drawer full of used blades we decided to see if we could sharpen those too and if they would actually work and not nick dh's face.

4 stars for this product! It kept his new blades sharp and sharpened the old ones too. We've been using this for a month now and it's still worth the $25 we paid for it.

Note: You cannot use this for razorblades that have retention wires over the blades.

By Laurie from Nevada

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Use Lemon to Clean Electric Jugs

To clean inside your electric jug, put a whole lemon in and boil it once or twice. It will go back to looking really good again

By mrsburgo from Newcastle

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Cola as Cheap Steak Marinade

My husband is a retired butcher and I am certified in Culinary Arts. Marinades are expensive. Try soaking your beef steak or roast in Cola or Dr. Thunder from Walmart. Cover for 24 hrs. Then season and cook.

Unbelievably tender!

Source: My husband the butcher picked it up in the meat industry many years ago.

By Jeanne from Elysian Fields, TX

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Serving Liver To Kids

When my 3 daughters were small, they refused to eat liver until I found a way to please them. I cut the beef liver into serving pieces, dipped each piece into Bisquick, then milk and then Bisquick again. I then fried them in a small amount of oil. They loved liver after that.

By Lorrie from Lock Haven, PA

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Dear Webby's Joke of the Day

Following an especially angry argument, Mr. and Mrs. Smith went to bed not speaking to each other. Needing to arise early the following morning, Mr. Smith left a note on his wife's bedside table that said "Wake me at six."

An exasperated Mr. Smith awoke at ten the following morning and rolled stiffly out of bed to see a note on his bedside table:

"It's six, you lazy bum! Get out of bed!"

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Chap Stick Stains on Clothing

I accidentally washed and dried a chap stick tube with my colored clothes. Now my really nice shirts have spots everywhere. How can I get rid off these grease stains?

Yasra

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Housebreaking Older Dogs

I have three dogs. The one that is just over two years is a male. The one that is just under two years is a female. I also have a another male who is just 8 months, their puppy. The oldest male is completely house broken, the other two are not at all.

They get three walks a day each between 30 minutes and a hour long at the same time every day, and they always go while they are out. They never go in the house while I'm there. But every day while I am at work and every night while I sleep they go in the house.

I understand that the puppy might still be too young to wait that long but, my female is too old to not be house broken. My floor is being destroyed and I am losing my mind. I can not punish them because I never catch them in the act and even if I do they just start going some where else. People tell me what am I doing wrong?

AB from Toronto, Ontario

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Cleaning Dry Erase Boards

How do I restore my dry erase board to it's original surface? I can no longer erase any markers easily.

Jeff from Chicago, IL

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Knifty Knitter Golf Club Cover Pattern

I'm looking for a pattern for a golf club head cover that can be made on the Knifty Knitter.

Faye Lynn

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Putting Hair in a Ponytail

Would someone please give me instructions on how to make an ordinary ponytail? I have shoulder-length fine hair. When I make a ponytail to keep it out of my face it looks like I've had an eyebrow lift! Nothing but the aging hipster look, instead of something softer looking for my hair above the ponytail. Instead of a flat, pulled-back cap, I'd like to have a bit more of a softer look framing my face. Thank you all.

Jane from Baltimore, MD

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Cleaning a Glass Table Top

How do I get my glass table top to sparkle?

Barbara from Philadelphia, PA

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Dryer Leaving Rust Stains on Clothes

I have noticed several items that have come out of the dryer have a brown rust stain. Any ideas what could be causing this, how I can stop it from happening again, and how to get the stains out of the clothes so they can be salvaged? Thank you very much for your input.

Mom23boys from Queens, NY

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Cleaning Hardwood Floors

I am looking for tips for cleaning hardwood floors.

Tom from Whitewater

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Homemade Hypoallergenic Laundry Detergents

I have a 6 month old. Are homemade laundry detergents hypoallergenic? If so what are good and cheap recipes for it?

Jessica

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Finding Moles

How do I go about finding moles?

Stevie from Georgia

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Adjusting Microwave Door Hinges

Does anyone know how to adjust the door hinges on a Frigidaire Microwave oven Mod# FMV156DB,DS,DQ,Em. The oven doesn't work unless I raise the door manually once its closed.

bufcopper from Buffalo, NY

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What Breed is My Dog?

I'm desperately trying to find out what breed my puppy is. It is 10 weeks old. Please help me! Thank you.

Nicole from Tampa, FL

What Breed is My Dog?

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Aggressive German Shepherd Behavior

I bought a German Shepherd puppy 2 years ago for my daughter's 8th grade graduation present. Just yesterday, Rocky, started to growl at her. I quickly made attempts to correct the dog saying, " no, no growling". I returned him to his crate for time outs. He continues to do it and the last time he showed his teeth. I have had shepherds for years and never seen this happen. If anyone has ideas on how to correct this please let me know. Thank you and have a wonderful day.

Thomas from Chicago

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Mold on a Shower Curtain

Black moldy stains are appearing near the bottom of my vinyl shower curtain. I tried to wash it off in the laundry machine once with bleach, but the stains were only pale, not gone. Any suggestions, like soaking it in bathtub water with bleach, etc.?

George from Milwaukee, WI

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Popping Microwave Popcorn Without a Microwave

I hope that someone can help me. I was given some Microwave popcorn. The only problem is I don't have a microwave to pop it in. Can I pop it on an electric stove and how do I go about doing this? Thank you for any help.

Sandra from Pennsylvania

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Planting a Garden in Old Tires

How safe is it to use old tires as a raised garden? I have tried for many years in my back yard with no success. I have many old tires and was wondering about that. I know I can do flowers but just wondered about a small garden. Thanks for your help.

Patsy from Salem, MO

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Saving an Uprooted Cactus

Can an uprooted cactus be saved?

Mary from Absecon, NJ

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Grocery Bag Dog Leash

I'm making a leash from grocery bags. After you get the bags all cut down the sides and glued to each other, you then loop the bag-cords together by laying them out next to each other, grabbing them in the middle (now making 4 bag-lengths), and then looping them around a swivel hook. Then you make square knots.

My problem is that 2 of the lengths come out lots longer than the other 2. The middle lengths are much longer than the 2 outside lengths. Is this right? I think I'm making the knots correctly, they look great, but I was told to start with 2 cords the same length. What am I doing wrong, or is this correct?

Jacquelyn

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Bleach Stains on Jeans

The bottle of bleach fell off the washer during the spin cycle and landed on top of a new pair of True Religion jeans. What can I do to make the jeans look OK? I'm considering washing them in 1:3 bleach wash to lighten the entire thing. The spots are large circles on each leg at the bottom, near hems. Help! They cost too much to lose them!

Kim from Tampa, FL

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What Breed is My Dog?

Does anyone know what kind dog I have? Thanks.

Brian from Centerville

What Breed is My Dog?

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Shaving Sensitive Skin

I have extremely sensitive skin. Whenever I shave my legs never get smooth and they break out. I've tried all different kinds of lotions and baby oil to keep my legs moisturized but nothing works. My legs always burn and itch after shaving. Help! I want smooth legs that don't hurt!

Meghan from Jacksonville, FL

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Favorite Potato Recipes

I am looking for your ideas to use potatoes. Besides mashed, french fries, and oven-baked. What are your favorite ideas in using potatoes? Thanks in advance.

Karyn from Ottawa, Canada

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Keeping a Tan from Fading

I've got my tan where I like it but want to know what I can do to prevent it from fading. I'll still probably tan once a week to help but is there something more I can do?

RJW

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Bleach Stains on Clothing

I have a pretty maroon blouse and I got a couple of bleach drops on the cuff. Is there anyway to repair or fix this?

Nicole

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Sticker Residue on Clothing

I left a sticker on my son's shirt and washed it. How do I get the residue off?

Nicole from Memphis, TN

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Name Ideas for Body Products Business

I'm starting a new business selling body oils, lotions and sprays but I'm having trouble coming up with a catchy alluring name. I want a name that when people hear it they will say "I like your business name, where did you come up with that name?". Please help me. I'm open to all suggestions.

butterflyy

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Turkey Tetrazzini Recipe

Does anyone have a good turkey or chicken tetrazzini recipe? I would prefer a quick, easy recipe, with few ingredients. Thanks!

Susan from CA

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Campral Reviews

Has anyone used Campral?

Billybird from Rochester

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Recipes Using Rolled Oats

I just bought 25 pounds of thick-cut rolled oats because I found it at a very good price. I have transferred the oats from the bag they came in to 1/2 gallon canning jars (it took 14 jars!). Is that a good way to store them, or do you have any other suggestions?

Also, aside from making oatmeal for my family, adding oatmeal to meatloaf, and making oatmeal cookies, do you have any other suggestions for using it? Thanks for any suggestions you have.

Tina from Ashland, OR

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Crafting for Fun and Money!

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Will A Hybrid Save You Money?
By Kelly Ann Butterbaugh

"Will a hybrid save me money?" Wouldn't it be great if there was a definitive answer to that question? Unfortunately, and despite what a showroom salesman will tell you, there is no clear answer. Instead, each consumer must weigh the costs and benefits associated with the hybrid. No salesman can do that for you.

Will A Hybrid Save You Money?

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