May 28, 2020

How to Make a Folded Paper Photo FrameLearn how to make a folded decorative paper frame for a photo. This inexpensive craft is fun to make and you have a pretty frame for home or office display. The folds on the back help it stand without an added frame stand.

 

Loaded Chicken NachosThe recipe for these delicious chicken nachos also includes instructions for making the tortilla chips from flour tortillas. Add cooked onions and chicken to cheese covered chips and then add your favorite toppings.

 

Making Pumpkin WafflesMake delicious pumpkin waffles using canned puree, pie spices, and other additions such as chopped apples, or nuts. They are sure to be a hit, not only at breakfast.

 

Upcycle a Kraft Paper Store BagUsing magazine clippings, or other decorative, colorful paper pieces you can upcycle a plain kraft paper shopping bag into a pretty gift bag. Let us show you how.

 

Chewing Gum Name Suggestions?Launching a new product includes coming up with a great name that will help to sell it. This page offers some name suggestions for a new stick style chewing gum product.

 

Avocado and Sweet Potato BrowniesThese flourless brownies are made from cooked sweet potatoes, avocado, peanut butter, and cocoa. While the texture is more fudgelike, they are especially tasty if eaten when frozen. The recipe and a couple of ingredient variations can be found below.

 

Making Walnut Potato BreadThis delicious whole grain vegan bread uses mashed potatoes and oil to replace the dairy. Walnut pieces are added for additional flavor and a bit of nice nutty texture. The full recipe and easy to follow steps, with photos, follows.

 

Finding a Sorta-Neat Sorting Tray?The Sorta-Neat sorting tray was originally sold at Sears. It was designed to help sort nuts, bolts, etc. It appears to no longer be manufactured. Used ones are sometimes seen for sale on-line.

 

Cleaning Permanent Ink From Silk?Permanent ink stains on silk can sometimes be removed by using an alcohol based product, such as hairspray or rubbing alcohol itself. As with all stains and fabric types, test on a small spot first.

 

Value of a 1858 Webster's Dictionary?While older reference books and dictionaries do not necessarily hold their value, antique volumes are a different item. Books in excess of 100 years or so may be sought after by collectors. Their value is often determined by age, rarity, condition, and the market for the specific title. An antique bookseller is a good resource for helping to determine a book's value.

 

Lower Calorie Banana BreadThis moist banana bread is prepared with less oil and sugar. Applesauce adds some sweetness and the addition of a small amount of chocolate chips fulfills the snack food desire with a somewhat healthier option.

 

Making Tuna TartareFresh tuna is perfect for making this tasty dish. The addition of parsley and ginger add a nice flavor. The instructions for preparing this raw fish dish can be found below.

 

Crispy Lemon Rosemary ChickenChicken thighs marinated in lemon juice, garlic, and rosemary are baked and then cooked under the broiler for a few minutes to create a wonderful crispy finish. The recipe can be found below.

 

Getting a Copy of Divorce Papers?Legal documents, such as divorce papers, should be available from the records office in your city or municipality. Try that if you never received copies from the court or have misplaced the original copies.

 

Perfect CrepesKnowing how to make a good crepe comes in handy because you can fill them with whatever you like. They make a wonderful treat whether it's morning, noon, or night. I like to serve them with fresh fruit for breakfast, and tuck them with dark chocolate for dessert. They also make great wraps for things like smoked salmon and cream cheese. Enjoy!

 

Yellow Cake from ScratchWe picked strawberries and made jam. We can't have strawberries on hand and not have strawberry shortcake. I needed a cake so I pulled out my old recipe from the 1950's. Our neighbor, who would be over 110 years old, if she were living today, baked a lot of cakes for many occasions and this is her

 

Family Size Chicken Pot PieI am still doing my COVID meals for 4 families in my neighborhood. I am just loving it. I have also received some resource help through church funding which has been a great blessing, and very rewarding! I tried a new recipe of my own to make square foil pan Chicken Pot pies 'Family Size' and they came out great.

 

My First WreathThis is the first wreath I have ever made. I just had to post it. I know it's not the best, but hey! I am pretty proud! The supplies that I used were: a grape vine wreath, burlap ribbon, faux flowers, and a hot glue gun.

 

Value of a Craftsman Yard Man Reel Mower?I have an old Craftsman (Yard Man) reel mower, model # 123.81730. The tag says it was manufactured by Yard-Man, Inc. I cannot find any information on it online. Does anyone know where I can find any information on it, or what the value of it is?

 

Finding a Lady Figurine Dish?I have been looking everywhere for years for a figurine like the lady dish with the green dress on your site. Any idea where one could be found to purchase? I appreciate your help.

 

Value of a Classic Treasures Porcelain Doll?This is a a special edition, genuine bisque porcelain doll. Is it worth anything?

 

Identifying Insect Eggs on a Tomato Plant?I found these on my tomato plant, any idea what kind of eggs they are?

 

Making Corn Starch Stiffener for a Crocheted Doll's Skirt?How do I make a corn starch stiffener for a crocheted doll dress with a full skirt?

 

Value of a Collector's Choice Musical Porcelain Doll?This porcelain doll has wind-up music and dances. She is hand painted bisque. It is not a toy. Possible value?

 

Bugs Biting Me in My Sleep?It's been 2 weeks and these bites keep coming back. First there were 3 and now theres 2 more new fresh bites. It hurts when I touch around it and water-like fluid comes out every time to time. I can't sleep and now I'm 100% paranoid to sleep in my own bed. I have washed my sheets with hot water and bleach. I have even tried cleaning my mattress with Clorox hoping maybe itwill kill any bugs.