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March 19, 2021

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Two cat doors at the bottom of bedroom doors.

Allowing Cats to Access RoomsMy adult children each have a cat that is their responsibility, including the litter boxes which are kept in their bedrooms. I got these cute cutout cat doors for each of their bedroom doors for easy access.

 

A garden path with flowers next to it.

Creating Your Own Botanical Garden During Shut DownThe year of 2020 will never be forgotten, with virtually no travel, separation from family, and many tourist attractions closed. It was time to focus more on what I have. I decided to make my garden more of a relaxation, tranquil, and fragrant place to hang out, during a time where going away wasn't really possible. I went with some upgrades to my garden, all the while this work was giving me a purpose, therapy of plantings and the great outdoors, that is free to enjoy.

 

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Removing Labels from PlasticWhen I need to get labels off of plastic bottles, I put them in the microwave for 5-10 seconds. The labels come right off.

 

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Contact Your Internet Provider About OutagesThis morning, my internet suddenly stopped working. I restarted my router and nothing was working. I searched online "Is Cox down in my area" and there were many reports. I decided to log onto my Cox Internet account and it said there are outages in your neighborhood and to text a number to stay informed when it'll be back up. My internet ended up being down for 5 hours.

 

The completed wire heart pendant.

Knitted Wire Heart PendantFrom a damaged radio, I had a piece of ruby-colored copper wire. I thought that I could make a cute heart pendant out of the wire of this color. This time I decided to knit this pendant. The usual knitting practically does not work with the copper transformer wire. So I had to figure out how to solve this problem. And, as you may have guessed, I did it.

 

Two cat doors at the bottom of bedroom doors.

Allowing Cats to Access RoomsMy adult children each have a cat that is their responsibility, including the litter boxes which are kept in their bedrooms. I got these cute cutout cat doors for each of their bedroom doors for easy access.

 

Questions

A small brown bug on a wooden surface.

What Is This Bug?This bug was found in a drawer next to my bed where I have some candy.

 

A porcelain doll in a box.

Value of Goldenvale Doll?The doll's name is Dama. She is from Goldenvale collection, but I can't find her. Can you help me determine her value?

 

A collection of white dishware.

Information About Dishware?I am having trouble identifying this mark for Johnson Brothers dishware. What is it worth, and what period is it from?

 

A small bug on a carpeted surface.

Help Identify This Bug!I just moved into an apartment and have been super worried about bed bugs. I have found two of these guys so far and I don't know what they are. If you could give me your perspective, I would appreciate it!

 

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Repairing an Elna Supermatic?We had to remove the bobbin spindle from the winder because a bobbin got stuck. When we put it back in, the winder won't turn. The plastic disc is in place. The spring is working, but there's nothing to turn the spindle. What needs to be attached there for it to work?

 

Power cord for electric blanket.

Help Finding the Manufacturer and Replacement Cord?I have an electric blanket that's kinda old and am needing a replacement cord. I don't know the manufacturer or anything. On the label all it says is Automatic Electric Blanket RN 172(8orS)0 style 13 - 180. Watts 110 - 120 Volts A.C. Only. Says for service or repair return to Waynesboro, Mississippi 39367. Please any help will be appreciated.

 

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Kenmore Not Stitching?My Kenmore 1941 is not stitching. Any advice?

 

A cedar chest by Lane.

Lane Hope Chest?I have a Lane Hope Chest - SN 358240. It's in good condition, minus missing the inside ledge/shelf. Could you tell me how much this would be worth?

 

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Old 1908 Webster Morris Dictionary?I have a Universal Webster Morris Self Pronouncing dictionary. Only Copyright 1908, The John C. Winston CO. It has a preface by Charles Morris. Leatherbound, very good condition. Is this valuable? Thank you for your time.

 

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