Wearing PJs In Public?
floppy4me: I agree with you totaly! We were raised to act and dress appropriatly at all times. We didnt have much in life, but my mom made sure we were fed and had clean clothes. If my mom hadnt passed away she surly would have another heart attack at the sight...
Making a Wasp Trap?
I would like to know the *concoction* also, due to my husband being alergic to wasps/bees and most any other insect stings or bites. The more often he gets stung the lower his own body defence is. We will build a deck soon, we battle the little stingers daily...
Comodes With Artificial Flowers?
Well, I do have a scence of humor. I just think they look idiotic (sorry) When I see the one a couple houses down from us I keep thinking one of these days when we pass by there will be a teenager there using it, and I dont mean adding flowers! lol
Old Chair for Container Gardening
I have heard these called Fairy Chairs. I did a google search, there were many results.
Cleaning Burner Chrome Rings
I found it to be effective soaking them overnite in a sink full of water with spic and span, and a squirt of dawn dish soap, for extra measure I added some dishwasher soap. Next morning they were easily cleaned.
Cleaning Textured Appliances?
On mine I use a small brush; swish it around in hot soapy sink water (using dawn dish soap) lightly brush around on the fridge. VIOLA! Clean as a whistle. Wipe dry.
Making Valances?
Im glad you asked this Im sure alot of us would like to know this... Im not a sewer at all, I have a sewing machine for rips and tears.. in fact I forgot I had it. In my house if a shirt loses a button the shirt is no good. :) So I would need a super easy pattern...
Fake Paypal Emails
This also happens to me each week.. fake emails from Paypal and Ebay. They usualy say somthing like.. hey whats wrong with your Paypal account? I tried to pay you but the message says that your account is out of service etc etc..... What I do is right click...
Soft Oatmeal Cookies
Thanks for posting this! My hubby only likes soft cookies so I know he will love these!
Cleaning an Oven Window?
Do you have one of those handheld steam cleaners like they sell on QVC or HSN? They show how they use them to clean oven windows among many other things. I have wanted one for so long.. but then too I am a sucker for all those gagets.. I have way too many things...
Silly Wonderful Memories?
Thank You all for the responces. You brought a smile to my face :) Its the little things in life that count. Sandy: You made me smile.. my husband and I still buy a Pepsi and share it on the way to town. We can afford 2, but mostly it doesnt dawn on us to get...
Silly Wonderful Memories?
After all these years I found my way back here, thanks again. All these posts made me smile... I uploaded a recipe annd clicked then this came up :)
Textured Painting?
Thanks, Tina and Christi. We will surely try Home Depot for help on this.We are living in a Modular home that was previously wall papered, it seems it was mudded over then painted.. alot of the imperfections show. It has flat paint but was very easy to wash...
The Wicky Wacky Cloud Club?
I did a search on the internet and this is what came up...... http://www.octanecreative.com/boomerbaby/tvradio.html when you get to the site scroll down to where it says.. Norelco, Ready Kilowatt and Nanny Or go to www.google.com and search for The Wicky Wacky...
Crocheting Warm Blankets
I learned to crochet when my kids were small, I mainly did it for somthing to do in winter. I couldnt (and still cant) read a pattern and have it make sence to me. My friend showed me how to do chain stitch. Then I watched her do single stitches, then man I...
Crocheting Warm Blankets
I found these on Utube.. click to view. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1txJLRPfuE http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqhaQQajt0U http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i4xplEBGowg
Refrigerator Door Left Open?
last year my grandson left our freezer door open and EVERYTHING thawed!!! Im telling you we had 3 crock pots going.. the oven, the stove top. And gave lotsa things to the neighbors. lol We werent mad at him, how do you get mad at your adorable grandson? We...
Fondue Instructions?
if by instructions you mean a cookbook there are alot on ebay... heres one: http://cgi.ebay.com/Vintage-1969-Fondue-Chafing-Casserole-Cookbook_W0QQitemZ250067195079QQihZ015QQcategoryZ29223QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item250067195079 But there are a lot more. Just...
Fifty Famous Fairy Tales?
There are a few of these books on EBAY... click on the link below then scroll down . http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?from=R40&_trksid=m37&satitle=Fifty+Famous+Fairy+Tales+&category0=
A Fix for Loose Dresser Knobs
You can also wedge a toothpick in there beside the scew then break it off, thats what my husband does. Its an instant fix.
Taking Down Blinds?
when the string breaks on mini blinds can the blind be re strung instead of just tossing it out?? Sorry this is the only thread I could find on blinds. And how?? Any instructions??
Selling Books at Your Yard Sale
Used books can also be donated to nursing homes or Assisted living centers. They may have librarys, if so the residents participate in the sorting and placement of books. It helps occupy their time. Something to think about. :)
Large Parrot Tips
I used to have an African Grey Timney and its cousin an African Grey Congo.. and an Unbrella Cocatoo. As I grew older it became difficult to care for them so I gave them to somone who I trusted to care for them. I used to put their cage one at a time in the...
Other Uses for an Old Sewing Machine?
A friend built a frame and stained it, then put in the drawers from his moms old singer sewing machine! Its beautiful and so handy in the kitchen. You could even hang it on a wall . I have been looking for one ever since I saw his. Now that I want one I never...
Other Uses for an Old Sewing Machine?
You could remove the drawers and sell them on Ebay. Or.. use the drawers as a cabinet. There are some for sale on ebay. http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?from=R40&satitle=sewing+machine+drawer look here to see some that were already sold on Ebay, you...
Cleaning With Micro Fiber Cloth
These things may work but I hate the way they feel in my hands... they make my skin feel rough and snag my nails. I do professional cleaning and never use Microfiber rags.
Keeping Extra in the Checking Account
Im a fanatic about balancing my checkbook!!!! Iv if off by one cent I will spend hours finding it.. if all else fails I give it my hubby to find it! Somtimes he just waits and grins and says.. *want me to find it?? When Im worn to a frazzle I let him :) I have...
Creamed Tuna on Toast
I never had this before untill I was married. (My mother in law made it. (40 yrs ago)I still make it often. Its good on toast or bisquits I just make white sauce (alot lol) its so good and hearty I just figure on a can of drained tuna per person.. trust me...
Looking For Free Junk Website?
Im leary of craigslist.org. Be sure of who you are dealing before you go. I heard of somthing bad that happened to a person after dealing with somone on there. Think twice before you deal with sites like that. Just saying what CNN/FOX reported. Be careful!! BTW...
Programming Your Mobile or Cell Phone
I think my husband and I are the last people on the face of the earth to get Cell phones.. and will never figure out how to program them. I swear theres so many bells and whistles, by the time I find what I am looking for I forget how I got there. The back...
Better Tasting Instant Mashed Potatoes
I make instant potatoes often. I have used evaporated milk. It gives them a richer flavor. Also you can add sour creme, or miracle whip or ranch dressing.. use your imagination. I found that over stirring is one thing that reduces the flavor,and makes them...
Migraine Headaches?
My daughter has had migraines for over 15 years. In recent months, she was hospitalized twice. Both times being admistered pain killers (shots) which made her high and called for 10 days off work each time. The last time we took her by ambulance because the...
Salvaging Paint Brushes
Have you ever heard that soaking paint brushes in liquid fabric softener will soften paint brushes? My friend is a painter and he heard this. Im loaning him some Downey and I was just curious if anyone here has heard of this? Thanks.
Salvaging Paint Brushes
I am answering my own post to let you know the fabric Softener DOES work!! He tried it tonight and VIOLA clean brushes!! Hes very frugal in his business, these days we all have to be right?! He was standing there with a big grin as the brush was completely...
Pans for My Daughter?
Ok is www.saladmaster.com selling aluminum pan or what? I ave Stainless Steel (Wolfgang Pucks) and they stick like mad. Yes, they say use oil let it get hot etc, but to me this isnt healthy cooking! In this hurry up world I need good no stick pans. Any help...
Removing Candle Wax from Silk?
A friend asked me to search the internet for how to get candle wax out of her granddaughters dress pants. She needed to wear them to a function. I said well she can wear them, this site I go to posts help for everything! I searched and VIOLA! I told her to...
Need Help Paying for Prescription Drugs?
Im just writing to wish you luck with getting help with the Topamax. My daughter takes it for Migraines also. She stopped taking it at one time because the side effects are horrific. After trying something else that didnt work she went back on Topmax. She rode...
