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My Brothers Beautiful Roses

My brothers beautiful roses in Texas.

By Peggy from Cortland, OH

My Brothers Beautiful Roses

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Altered Tin Made into a Recipe Box

I am a rubber stamper, scrapper, and paper crafter.
This is a scan of an altered tin that I made into a recipe box.

By Kathleen, aka StampinGran from Old Fort, NC

Altered Tin Made into a Recipe Box

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Craft Project: Ribbon Headbands

I have tried three different styles of ribbon head bands. You will have to decide which one works best for you.

Simple Strap Ribbon Headband

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Lola (Mini Schnauzer)

Lola is 7 months old and a mini Schnauzer. I got her about 3 months ago, through a breeder.

She likes to chase Scruffy (my other dog) around and steal things from him, like they are all hers, a true Leo. They are the love of my live and could not envision life without them.

By Louise

Editor's Note: Here is a previous entry about Lola and Scruffy.

Scruffy and Lola (Mini Schnauzer)

Lola (Mini Schnauzer)

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Link: Whoissick.org

Found a great new site where people can go to look for/and share symptoms of "What's Going Around." - the flu, the cold, the stomach thing. What a great idea. It's www.whoissick.org

Source:

http://whoissick.org/sickness/

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Make Your Own Picnic Blanket for Less

(Originally posted 6-30-06) I saw a picnic blanket at Walmart for $14.96. After carefully examining this blanket I have decided that it can be made for a lot less. Take a shower curtain liner (bought at DollarTree for $1) and an old but usable blanket and sew the liner to the blanket, add shoe string ties and a handle and WOW! a picnic blanket that has just cost maybe $3 total compared to the $15 at WalMart.

By Sandy Webber

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Preventing Rust Rings

To stop rust rings from metal containers in bath or kitchen like hair spray, cleansers, etc., coat the bottom with old nail polish.

By Fred from Lincoln Park, MI

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Spell Checking Your Tips

Sew tat ewe dont maek speling mistaiks ore tyypoz wen ewe pozt tipz, ewe can tipe your tip intwo an email and run a spellcheck. Kopypaste the Korekt vershion onto the tip spase and everywon wil think ewe did it perfecktlly the furst tyme "GiggleGiggleGiggle" U^u^U

Source: Learned lessons lolol

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Use Disagreeable Shampoo for Hand Wash

I recently purchased some hair shampoo which did not agree with my hair. I ended up putting it into a used hand wash dispenser bottle. Seems to be working very good as a hand wash soap.

By Jackie from Adelaide. S.A.

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Helping Little Ones Find Their Computer Games

My kids have lots of games on the computer, but my youngest has tendency to forget where the games are located, and which game is which. So, I came up with an easy solution. I made a folder on my desktop with a picture he would recognize right away, inside the folder I put in all his games and made picture icons for them with clips from the game itself. So, now he can get on the computer and load his own games because he now knows that the fish is for his fishing game, the truck for his construction game, etc.

By Shellebelle from Omaha, Nebraska

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Water Outdoor Plants While on Vacation

To water outside plants while on vacation, simply bury a piece of yarn beside of plant and run the other end of yarn into a bucket of water. Presto! The plants will absorb water as needed. Happy gardening!

By Debra from Hampton

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Keeping Your Just Picked Strawberries

Strawberry picking is arriving. To keep them fresh, store them in a cool dry place. Make sure you wash them in cold water. Then blot dry with paper towels. If you want to freeze them hull them, wash them and blot them dry. Put a single layer in a parchment lined pan. Freeze them for one hour then put them in ziploc bags.

By Gary from NJ

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Dear Webby's Joke of the Day

The young couple invited their elderly pastor for Sunday dinner. While they were in the kitchen preparing the meal, the minister asked their son what they were having.

'Goat,' the little boy replied.

'Goat?' replied the startled man of the cloth, 'Are you sure about that?'

'Yep,' said the youngster. 'I heard Dad say to Mom, 'Today is just as good as any to have the old goat for dinner.'

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Eyeglasses Anti-Fog Liquid Left Residue

I made the mistake of using an anti fog liquid on my new eyeglasses about 6 months ago. Ever since, they are constantly streaky and filmy. I've used almost everything to remove the film that the fog product put on the lenses but to no avail. Does anyone have a remedy for removing this type of product from plastic lenses?

Alexusf from Kansas City

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Making Curtains Using Towels And Clothespins

We are moving from a trailer to a house and I need help! I want to make curtains. I am very crafty, but the last time I used a sewing machine I attached 2 of my fingernails to the shirt I was sewing. I am not needle friendly. I saw a picture a while back of towels clothespins for the curtain hooks. I love it for my laundry room. But how do I do them so they don't fall every time you brush passed them. I would really appreciate the advice. THANKS!

CJ from Liverpool, OH

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Getting Back Into Nursing Job After a Long Absence

I am an RN in Illinois with a current license. My problem is that I have not worked in the past 9 years. I did speak with 3 nurse recruiters at local hospitals and they all recommended I take a refresher course. None of them could tell me of any so I had to research myself. I found 2 online but you have to arrange your clinical rotation yourself. The other one isn't exactly local and these cost between $1000-2000! I don't have that kind of money.

There have to be nurses out there who have also been out for a number of years and didn't take refresher courses. I just need someone to be willing to train me. What am I doing wrong? The underlying message I'm getting is that even though there is a shortage of nurses, a new graduate is more valuable than I am. Help!

Pamela from IL

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Training Puppy Not To Jump On People

I have a 6 month old boxer. She is very hyper and she likes to jump on people. I want to know what I can do to keep her from doing that?

James from Sherman, Texas

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Prolonging Life Of Cut Hydrangea Blooms

Is there a special process needed to prolong the life of a hydrangea bloom as a cut flower? I cannot get them to stay attractive overnight?

Dianne from Augusta, GA

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Looking For Crock Pot Pasta Recipes

I am looking for recipes for using pasta, lasagna noodles or spaghetti that you can do in the crock pot.

Theresa from Mount Olive, NC

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Keeping Berries From Settling At Top Of Jam

I just made a couple of batches of Strawberry Jam, and I always have a problem of the berries settling at the top of the jar. Any suggestions?

PICO from ST PAUL, ALBERTA

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When Should I Plant Garlic?

Last fall I planted some fall garlic and it just about all rotted in the ground. Is it too cold here, or is there something I didn't do? Is spring planting better for here?

Hardiness Zone: 2b

nbwilson from Hudson Hope, British Columbia

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Buying A House With One Income

I'm 32 years old, recently divorced and have moved back in with my parents. I currently make close to $41,000 a year. I can't seem to buy a house with only one income. I'm not looking for an expensive house, $79,000. I was wondering does anyone know how I could reach my goal. I have also saved money but if you make $2000 a month, pay school loan, car loan and insurance (close to $800 a month) the house mortgage (close to $900) that leave only $240 left at the end of month. Please help me.

Kristy from Pittsburgh, PA

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Plastic Toys Smell Like Smoke

I purchased some plastic figurines on Ebay, they all smell like smoke. Even the small accessories they came with smell like smoke. How can I get rid of the smell?

Jason from Los Angeles, CA

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Cleaning Microfiber Furniture

How should I clean a red microfiber couch?

Shannon from Tulsa, OK

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Advice For Organizing The Refrigerator

When you have too many things to fit into the fridge and then need to place a large casserole dish on a shelf, how do you arrange stacking? Any special gizmos?

Holly from Richardson, TX

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Where Can I Find Building Supplies Donations?

Where can I find donations of usable building materials and scrap? I take care of unwanted animals and find them homes and am in need of materials for houses and pens. Any usable scrap lumber, unused landscaping timbers or railroad ties, fencing scraps. Anything will be appreciated!

Paris from Coatesville

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Looking For A Laminate Alternative

I am appalled at the price of laminate. The piece I want and only need 4 feet of, I have to pay the 8 foot price! I bought a beautiful china hutch, I am taking the top off for the bathroom vanity. Now my question is, since the prices are so high, what about just polyresining the heck out of the top of the vanity? Would this work and last? Thanks in advance for any help.

Lori from Marion

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Making A Chess Set Out Of Recyclables

I'm trying to do a Chess Set out of recyclables for a 4-H project. Does anyone have any ideas on good things to use. I don't want it to be a huge set, so any ideas that are small would be GREAT. I'm also trying to figure out some other crafty ideas, so any input would be greatly appreciated.

Shalom from Charels City, IA

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Removing Lime Deposits from Your Shower

Does anyone know of a way to clean lime from clear shower doors?

JoAnn from Knoxville

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Paint Not Sticking To Particle Board Cabinets

I painted the sides of our island, over the laminate/particle board that is made to look like the cabinets. First I tried sanding it and painting and it would not work, the paint wasn't holding in some places. Then I tried liquid sander. That seemed to work, but some spots of paint are still wiping right off. Is there any hope to fix this? I put more liquid sander on and painted over it again but I don't know what else to do. I looks great, but I'm afraid one scuff of a shoe is going to take the paint right off. Thanks!

S from Indiana

Paint Not Sticking To Particle Board Cabinets

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How Do I Return A Magicjack?

Does anyone have an address to send back a Magicjack? Help!

hodo from San Diego, CA

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Can I Give My Dog Canned Soup?

Can I give my dog canned soup? For example Habitant beef, chicken, or vegetable soup. Maybe giving 5 or 6 tablespoons and mix with the 2 cups of dry food I give her.

Crystal from Toronto, Canada

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Where Can I Find An Inexpensive Couch Slipcover?

We have a red sectional sofa. I need a slipcover that is relatively inexpensive, washable and as form fitting as possible. Any direction would be appreciated. Thanks.

jhechlik from Plymouth, Michigan

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Removing Urine Smell From Ocedar Mops

I adopted 2 Shih Tzus [ages 11 yrs and 12 yrs] a few months ago and they lived in a kennel - never housebroken! I use Ocedar mops and they retain the urine odor and stain. Like most things, they are getting more expensive and I would like to be able to remove the stain and especially the odor from them. Bleach is too strong and ruins the mop. Thanks for any advice.

Joandogs

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Making White Cake Mix Into Chocolate Cake

How can I make a white cake mix into a chocolate cake?

Trish from CT

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Red Rainbow Tea Ideas

I have a table at a Rainbow Tea Party and my color is red. I have no idea what a Rainbow Tea is or how to decorate my table, can you help?

Betty from Cuthbert, GA

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What breed is my dog?

I adopted my dog Dixie from the pound a few months ago and I am just curious what she is. What do you think? A lot of people have told me many different things, but I want to know what most people think.

Jennifer from Pensacola, FL

What breed is my dog?

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What breed is my dog?

I know that my dog Zoey is mostly a lab, but as she gets older she looks like she is mixed with something else, maybe a pit bull? She is 14 months and about 65lbs, so smaller than a normal lab.

Jennifer from Pensacola, FL

What breed is my dog?

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Advice For Making Cabinet Doors

I am planning making mdf cabinet doors. I want to know if anyone has done this before and/or if anyone has tried routing out a square in the center?

1. What thickness would you suggest for the raised/routed part?
2. Can I get a smooth enough surface with a router?

(I've worked with mdf before but not a router)

PainterJayne from Minneapolis, MN

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Bathtub Leaking Through Kitchen Ceiling

Our upstairs bathtub leaks below through the ceiling onto our kitchen floor. We have replaced the shower pipe, faucets, hardware, tiles, caulked plus replaced the kitchen ceiling a couple of times. Nothing we have done has solved this problem. Help!

Chyrll from Memphis, TN

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Getting Gum Out Of Jeans

How do you get gum out of jeans?

E

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Crafting for Fun and Money!

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Root Beer Popsicles

(Originally published 5-23-2003)The unofficial kick off of summer - Memorial Day - will be here soon. Besides taking some time to remember all those who gave their lives in the cause of keeping our country free - which we all should do - Memorial Day calls for a picnic or backyard barbeque. In addition to the tasty line-up you'd normally provide, how about adding some extra taste excitement in the form of - root beer? Besides providing frosty mugs of this good stuff you can treat the kids (and maybe some adults, too) to one (or both) of these goodies:

Plant A Row For The Hungry
By Ellen Brown

In 1995, the Garden Writers Association started a public service campaign called Plant a Row for the Hungry. The program's goal was to help stamp out hunger by establishing networks of gardeners in communities across the U.S. and Canada that were willing to grow a row for the hungry to donate to local food programs. Here is how you can be among the thousands of gardeners who are helping to feed the hungry each year by giving away a row of what you grow.

Plant A Row For The Hungry

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