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Banana SmoothieDon't pitch those over ripe bananas. Freeze them in slices. They are good to munch on, put in oatmeal, bake with or even make a smoothie.
All-in-one Breakfast ToastToday I got up to leftover country gravy and no biscuits. What to do? I put together everything that would be on a breakfast plate in just one simple toast boat.
Five Minute Emergency Gift WrapMy mom got a last minute invite to an event and she needed to take a gift along. As a crafter, I always have gifts that could be given, but what to do to wrap the gift? There was no time for water colors or food colors, as I needed to make gift wrap that would dry almost instantly and would still look presentable.
Keep Celery and Carrots Fresh for WeeksCarrots and celery wilt away in the veggie drawer if not eaten in a few days, how sad! I tend to go through 'phases' where I want veggies for awhile, and then they get shoved behind a delicious PIE, where they die a quiet death. With this tip they get a second chance, and so do I!
Celery Rose Shaped Stencil StampI love craft painting with stencils and stamps. And not all stamps have to be expensive. I have seen them carved out of erasers, foam rubber, even potatoes. How about celery? If cut near the root end and used as a stamp, celery leaves a surprisingly lovely "rose" imprint- let me show you how!
Use Matching Storage Containers In KitchenThe sugar came in a 5 lb. paper bag. The cocoa came in a round tin. The dark brown sugar came in a plastic bag. The light brown sugar came in a paper box. Imagine storing these conveniently, side by side.
Pink DahliaThis is a beautiful red-pink dahlia growing at my grandparents' house! Their garden is full of flowers and I absolutely love the colours of this one and the way each petal unfolds.
Baking Pan ChalkboardI took an old baking pan and painted it with chalkboard paint. Then I painted the handles that have holes and around the edge with a nice red color. I tied a pretty ribbon out through the holes and used whimsical tape to make a border at the top and bottom.
My Adorable KittensMy cat gave birth to these three kitties about 2 months ago. They are extremely tiny and love to cuddle and sleep. They like to hide inside boxes and cupboards for fun!
Re-Use Dryer Sheets for DustingI'm always looking for ways to stretch a dollar, and if I have something that can be used more than once, or for more than one job, I'm sold. I use dryer sheets, but it seems like such a waste to use them once and then throw them away. I discovered that they are great for dusting.
Make Your Fruit Crumble PerfectThe crumb mix on a fruit crumble can so easily turn soggy where it touches the fruit. To prevent this, cook the crumb mixture separately by spreading it out on a baking tray. When it has started to brown, sprinkle it on top of the stewed fruit then return the two together to the oven to keep hot until you are ready to eat it.
Mini Adult Coloring Christmas Gift TagsAdult coloring has taken the world by storm, and it has become one of the best ways to relieve stress. Here is a mini coloring project just in time for Christmas. Print and color these gift tags, and add a special touch to your gifting.
Thumbprint TurkeyTurkeys play a huge role during Thanksgiving. Children enjoy activities and crafts surrounding this large bird. I found a super easy to make craft, appropriate for all ages, and allowing for some individualism. Each child gets to use their own thumbprints to create their turkeys, so every craft is unique!
Seasonal Bird Bath DecorationI decorated a bird bath with small pumpkins, gourds, dried leaves, twigs, and a pot of winter flowers. Other holiday decor can be used. A festive ribbon and bow could be tied at the base of the birdbath to add more color.
Home Remedies for Itchy Skin?The nape of my neck is itchy and red. I have tried all sorts of prescription drugs, but nothing seems to work. I need help as I am fed up with scratching my neck. The doctor says it is eczema and gave me a shampoo with no luck. It appears to be associated with stress.
Handheld Sewing Machine Not Stitching?I have a handheld sewing machine. The first time I used it, it worked perfectly. Then I used it on a cotton material, at first, it was skipping (jumping stitches) then it stopped stitching. Now the machine is working as if there is no thread in it when sewing.
Red Dye on Santa Suit Ran Onto White?I made a Santa suit and had to wash it. The red dye has run into the white and made it pink how do I get the white fluff white without making it worse?
Intermittent Power Outages When Using Space Heater?I used a plug in heater. The power went out in my baby's room and the adjacent bathroom. I flicked all the circuit breakers, but still no power. I plugged in an extension cord from another bedroom to bring in to the baby's room and the power went on. Later, i unplugged the cord and the power went off.