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Friendship Soup Mix in a JarI made "gifts in a jar" for family and friends for Christmas and for Birthdays. I have 4 children and each one of them do something to help. It's a family kinda thing for us.
Egg Plant CasserolePare eggplant, cube it and cook in salted water until just tender - 8 minutes. Drain well. Add egg, milk, butter, onion and 1 c. bread crumbs.
Oven PotatoesPeel and cut in half as many potatoes as needed. Dip in melted margarine or butter...
Free Power WheelchairsThese are for those who cannot walk. No out of pocket expenses for those who qualify...
Asking Parents for Money JokeA young man was having some money problems, and needed $200 to get his car fixed and road-worthy again. But had run out of people to borrow from. So, he calls his parents via the operator, and reverses the charge and says to his dad, "I need to borrow two hundred dollars."
Tongue Depressor SanderCut a piece of sandpaper to fit on the end of a tongue depressor or Popsicle stick and glue it on. Then trim off any excess sandpaper. Let the glue dry and you have a handy little sander for sanding hard-to-reach places.
Using Leftover DipsLeftovers need never go to waste. Cheddar and salsa dip goes well in macaroni and cheese, and on broccoli. Salsa alone is good in spaghetti sauce and over chicken breast...
Chopsticks as Knitting NeedlesIn a pinch, you can use chopsticks as knitting needles. Just sharpen the tips of the chopsticks in a pencil sharpener then dull them a little so they aren't too sharp.
Vic, Midge, Jose, Addy, Minnie (Chihuahua)The "Brats", are left to right, Vic, Midge, Jose, Addy, and Minnie. They are 3 1/2 + year old Chihuahuas.
Trash Can Lid Bird BathYou can make a bird bath with a trash can lid by turning it upside down and attaching it to the top of a pedestal. A short fence post works well for the pedestal and metal trash can lids seem to work the best for the bath. It's easier to attach the lid if you hacksaw off the handle. Decorate the lid with paint.
KitkatKitkat is our 2 year old domestic short haired cat. We got our cat when she was 4 weeks old.
Several Uses for NylonsNeed a (rubber) band, a head band, gift wrap or small tourniquet in a hurry? Use an old nylon stocking that has been cut in strips to securely tie, organize or wrap small things together.
Removing a Broken WindowApply pieces of masking tape to the window in a crisscross pattern on both sides of the window. Then gently tap around the outer edge of the window with a hammer until the glass breaks out. The tape should help keep the window from shattering but be sure to wear protective gloves.
Chopping Vegetables and MeatsI chop vegetables and meat on paper plates. It's cleaner than a chopping board, and I can throw away the used plate...
The Price of Food JokeHas anyone ever noticed that the only food that never goes up in price is...
Rust Stain on Laminate Surface?I just noticed a large rust stain from a paint can stored in the bottom of our bathroom cabinet. The cabinet bottom is a laminate type material. Any suggestions on how to remove the rust without destorying the laminate?
Graduation Party Centerpiece Ideas?I need ideas for cheap but elegant centerpieces. I am graduating from college after 20 years. I plan to have a luncheon and my colors are purple and maroon.
Book About Kids Taking Over The World?I can't find title of children's book. I am looking for a 6th grade book about all adults over 12 dying and children having to take over the world and fend for themselves. It was based on a girls view.
Doubling a Baking Recipe?I have a recipe for a loaf cake, using raisins, brown sugar, etc. It gives the ingredients for 1 loaf, I want to make 2 loaves but I am not sure if it would come out right if I doubled everything in the recipe.
When Should I Get My Dog Fixed?I have a 7 month old female mix, we think she's mostly Brussles Griffon. When do I get her fixed? I hate the thought of her little tummy being cut. Do they do laparoscopic spaying?
Tile Cleaner Stained My Tiles?How do I get stains off of tile. I had what looked to be grease stains in front of my dishwasher in my kitchen, nothing I used would get rid of them so I bought "Tile'n'All" which contains hydrofluoric acid and followed directions, now there are greyish white spots where the liquid was applied. Do I need to replace these?
Pink Countertops?I just bought a house and will need to paint and replace all the floor coverings. My problem is that the kitchen has pink countertops which are in good condition.
Other Uses for Pot Holder Loom?I just bought my daughter one of those looms you can make pot holders with. Is there anything else that can be made with this loom besides pot holders? I've heard of purses, rugs, etc. but I can't find anything on the internet.
A Rice Cooker That Doesn't Have a Liner Made of Teflon or Aluminum?I'd like to know if anyone can recommend a rice cooker that has a liner which is not aluminum nor coated with nonstick.
Cheap Glitter Gel Pens?Anyone know where to buy cheap Glitter Gel Pens? Online or not online?
Uses for Newspaper?If you have home delivery, papers can really pile up fast. What are your tips for recycling unwanted newspapers?
Textured Painting?I want to paint my walls with textured paint, but I have no idea how to. I did a search here once, but didn't bookmark it and I can't find it again!
Making a Footbag or Hacky Sack?My little man would like for me to make him a "Hackysack". Does any one know how this is done? This is a small crochet ball, filled with rice, I think. Would anyone happen to know just how these are constructed?
Do You Receive Home Newspaper Delivery?Do you still receive home newspaper delivery?
Uses for Dry Cleaner Bags?I have accumulated a lot of dry cleaner plastic bags. I hate to just throw them away as I know there must be something I can do with them.
Update: Duck Themed Bathroom?About a month ago I posted a request for help with a bathroom remodel project. Mocha/Tan tiles in a toddler bathrom with Ducky accessories. I hope all of the wonderful people that gave me suggestions see this. I took the idea from camo_angels to use a beach theme. I stenciled shells in the same color as the floor tiles and it looks great.
