Keeping Baby's Legs in the Crib?
Try bumper pads. They have some very good and safe ones out there now.
Is AARP Membership Worth the Investment?
I highly recommend AAA. I have them and have gotten my money back that it cost to sign up in different ways. I had to have my car towed home and it was nice not having to pay anything. Also discount on hotels are nice.
Dealing With Someone Who is Trespassing?
TXBetty I would disconnect the door bell if I was you. Trudy you need to check with your local police dept. Each state has different laws concerning this. I am sorry you have so many people that you dont care for that you have to put up signs.
Avoid Grocery Store Splurges
I agree with this but maybe her picking up something to eat on the way home is her night out! I used to do that, we would go out or pick up something once a week. If I had to go to the grocery store near supper that week then that would be our eat out night...
Paint Top and Bottom Cabinets Different Colors
I am sorry but I dont care for it! Too much white everything on top blends in together! To me it looks like the walls, cabinets and appliances are all white. But each to his own thats what makes the world go around. :)
Christmas Gifts for Grandchildren?
I dont know how many grandchildren you have but how about buying one gift a month. Like a book, or a toy. I dont know how old they are either. Also do you cross stitch, knit, or crochet if you do make them something. A blanket or christmas ornaments for their...
Creative Uses for Postcards?
Make placemats with them! Lay them out the way you want and then laminate it. If they have messages on the back it will be nice to turn the place mat over and remember the good times. If you dont want the message to show or the blank back to show then just...
Store Extra Paper Towels in Glove Box
I dont think that is fair! Now I know when we go to get some and there is none I know why. Please leave them for people who need them for their window.
Easy Crochet Chain Stitch
Thank you! I am learning to crochet and I am having problems. My mom tried to help me but she is left handed and I am right handed. I think this will help me.
Setting Up a Household Budget?
I agree with KansasCindy you do not have to give up cable, cell phone, or other extras and be miserable. Get a composition book and write down all your bills and beside each one put how much you pay. Power bill you may have to estimate. Like KansasCindy see...
Shopping for Small Plastic "Bulbs" for Ceramic...
I have a tree like that and I bought it about 34 years ago at Kmart after Christmas. I still have it and I made a white one about 23 years ago and I also could use some lights. In my white tree I have red birds and lights in it.
Personalized Pillowcases
This is a neat idea! If you dont sew there is a glue that is washable that you can use. I think it is called No Sew. I am not 100% sure on that name but you can find it at a craft store.
Christmas Pillowcases
I like this but I missed something do they use the pillow case for something else other than sleeping on it? I would like to see a picture also.
Save Take Out Boxes for Guests to Use
I agree with Deeli. Also I have found that some restaurant silverware is cheap and is hard to cut food with or dont hold heavy food easy. Be careful with that you would not want a guest to spill their plate trying to cut their food with cheap silverware. I...
Let Kids Open Stockings Before Waking You Up
Sounds good, but I have to take pictures while they dig into their stocking!
Food Packaging Boxes as Gift Wrapping
Where do you store all those boxes and containers. To me all that would take up too much space. I have a wrapping paper bag that can hang or just put on a shelf or in a corner that does not take up much space. I dont like to keep boxes of any kind around the...
Correct Usage of "Regrets Only" on Party Invitation?
Deeli I see what you are saying but Cack said she tried to explain why she was there and her friend got annoyed. The friend should have said she was sorry and laughed about it. But to me Regrets only means if you are not able to come send the card back. I dont...
Using a Larger Count Aida for Design?
Lazza, I too use to cross stitch on aida 18 I now use aida 14 it makes you design bigger so use a bigger piece of material and center it like you always have.
Buy Thrift Store Gifts For Christmas
I dont shop at thrift stores and it is not because I am too good. I was always taught that if you can afford to shop at other stores, then shop there because the Goodwill store and thrift stores were for people who could not afford the other stores. When someone...
Encouraging Neighbors to Decorate for Christmas?
I think several of you all are making a mountain out of the question! How big are the lights ? Are they spot lights! I would not want 2 big spot lights in my neighborhood. I think it would not hurt anyone to buy a box of $2.00 lights and decorate a little. I...
Prepping Decorative Glass Blocks
I love those lights also. Around here thou our blocks dont have a wax like feel to it. We just wipe down with a mixture of water and vinegar to get hand prints off. They also come with the hole already drilled in them. I have one in my guest bathroom all the...
Reusable Gift Wrapping
I use pretty wrapping paper that goes with theme in my family room and loving room and wrap my pictures that are hanging on the wall with that paper. i then put a bow on it. It becomes a present. This way I have more decorations without it costing a lot.
Light Bulb Christmas Ornaments?
That sounds dangerous to me. Everyone I know just takes ribbon or thread to match the tree and ties it at the base of the bulb just above the part that screws into a lamp.
Craft Ideas for Instant Tea Jars?
You can use one or two for change jars. We all have change jars sitting in our bedrooms and we put our loose change in it. You could put one where you do your laundry and put all change you find in it. Donate them to daycares also would be helpful. Children...
Can I Safely Put Tulle Inside Lighted Glass Blocks?
I agree with tricots as long as it is Flame Retardant tulle I think it would be fine. Make sure it is made in the USA! Sometimes it is better to be safe than sorry and pay a little more if you have too.
Use Styrofoam to Transport Hot Items
You better be careful about putting food on reused styrofoam trays even if you wash it good. Raw meat can soak into the tray and even if you wash it it can still carry some of that meat. My son works as a meat cutter and he said he would not recommend using...
Needles as Alternative to Nails
Will that really hold a picture? I would think the needle would need a head at the end. I do use straight pins with a head for my things and I use 2 just in case. The sewing needles sound like they would hold heavy items though.
Prizes for Games at Family Holiday Gatherings?
I dont understand why you dont want someone you dont know to get the $10.00 gift card? Does this mean you never give to a charity? Who knows, that person who wins it could possible need that money. Some people dont tell everyone they are in need of money or...
Strep Throat?
If you have strep then you need to go to the doctor and get an antibiotic. Please go soon. Everyone you are around is being exposed to it. Where I work the kids and adults can not come back until we have been on an antibiotic for 24 hours.
Shopping for Shout Stain Stick?
I buy mine at Food Lion grocery store. I dont know if they have stores where you are at.
No Toys As Gifts For The Holidays
I completely disagree with your friend. There is a completely different way to go if you really want to teach your children to share and teach them something. Instead of telling people what they can and cannot buy is rude. What she should do is, her and each...
No Toys As Gifts For The Holidays
Sooz you are listening to other peoples conversations and judging them. You dont know what those kids need. This is Christmas let children enjoy it because as they get older life is harder.
Planning a Thanksgiving Without Family?
Please dont be shelfish. This could be her last thanksgiving! I cant believe you and your boyfriend would even consider not spending the holidays with her including Christmas. This is my first Thanksgiving and Christmas without my dad and it hurts so much. I...
Purchase Generic Over the Counter Medications
Well I disagree because there has to be something different or the brand names could sue for copying them. It made not be much, but something is different and what the off brand doesnt have could be what you need. My sister in law found that out the hard way...
Give Each Child Their Own Color
Sounds good but why do you not know who ate and who did not? Dont you sit down and eat with them?
Get Medication Information from Your Pharmacist
I also take synthroid and have for many years but my bottle came with instructions to take on an empty stomach. I always talk with my pharmacist when I get new medicine. Also some foods do not mix with certain medicines. Deeli you are right, pharmacists do...
Grouping Silverware in the Dishwasher
My dishwasher company said not to do this. The reason is because if you have all spoons in one holder they could nestle together and not get as clean as they should. I separate all my silverware. When my dishwasher has finished then I take all my silverware...
Home Safety Tips
There is 2 views on leaving porch lights on but I leave mine on because it helps my neighbors to be able to see my front door during the night. They can just look out their window and check on things. Also I was told this many years ago, if you have a answering...
Reusing Paper Towel Tubes
Think about where those rolls sit by, the toilet. They carry lots of germs from the flushing toilet. Use the paper towel ones and cut them down if you need to.
Alternate Uses for Dental Floss
Those are good ideas but I would never use dental floss that has been in your mouth or any one elses mouth. Buy new and use it, you can buy it at the dollar store.
Cancer Risk With Non-Stick Cookware
I have stainless steel pots and pans and I hate them. Everything sticks to them and I can not get them clean without a lot of work. I just dont have the time to spend half the evening cleaning pots. Is there some other kind of pots and pans to use. Spraying...
Securing Your Home from Burglars Without an Alarm System?
Someone told me many years ago when answering machines were getting popular to always leave your answering machine on do not cut it off anytime. This is because if you cut it on only when you leave your house it will not take long before a crook will realize...
Save Paper Scraps For Crafts
I save all my scraps from cardmaking and scrapbooking and use them later on cards. I made a collage card one time. My next one is going to be a quilt like card just pick out several papers that go together.
Resolving a Dispute With a Family Member?
This is hard because it is your sister and not just a family member. Maybe give her sometime to get over it! If you dont hear anything from her in maybe 3 weeks then I would give up. You and your children know what happened and it sounds like you did try to...
Do the New 1.3GPF Water Saving Toilets Really Work?
There was one in a hotel we stayed at on vacation and I hated it. Told my husband we would never have one in our house. It was too low and I didnt like the way it flushed. I thought it was broke but my husband said that is the way it does.
Uses for Jigsaw Puzzle Pieces?
You can make pins to wear, picture frames, use them to decorate cards. Just let your mind wonder on all the ideas!
Maintaining a Friendship With an Overly Dependent Friend?
This woman could be lonely. I would tell her the next time she says her husband is lazy that maybe he needs to see a doctor. He may have a hidden problem that gives him no energy. Also unplug the phone and lock your doors or keep your answering machine on all...
Reviews of the iRenew Energy Balancing Bracelet?
There was something on TV about them and they said they are not what they claim to be. Waste of money! Dont buy!
Alternative to Paper Napkins?
When we are traveling and we stop at fast food places to eat we usually get too many napkins so I save them. Also around town if I go through the drive up window at a fast food place they usually give me too many napkins. I save them all and my children save...
Pull Primary Crayons for School from Large Set
Does he not have to take the 4 boxes of primary colors to school? Most teachers want it all at school in case a crayon gets lost or finally breaks into very small pieces then they can just get them another one out of their supply.
My Frugal Life: ThriftyFun Family
I am so sorry Grace but your mom is at fault that she got pregnant. I bet she was not forced to have sex! (I would tell her that if it was me). But I want you to remember you are not alone God is with you all the time. We are here for you also. There is also...
Showing Support for Adult Child's Career Making Decisions?
Onesummer I have been there and I advice you to do what I did. Just give up and let her decide. Thats all you can do and really it will make her a better person. That way if she makes a mistake it was her chosen and she cant blame anyone but herself and if...
Uses for Cloth Diapers Other Than as Cleaning Cloths?
I dont know how old your children are now but you could cut them in squares and have the children put their hand prints or draw pictures on the squares with paint and then sew the squares together to make a memory blanket for you.You could take some of their...
Finding a Fun Less Stressful Job While Pregnant?
Amanda, I am telling you from experience I also work in daycare. I am going back to school and getting my degree in Early Childhood. I dont know what your state laws are concerning working in a daycare but here you need some kind of education. I have been in...
Travel with Medications in Original Containers
I always carry my medicine in their original bottles because I figure if something happens they have my doctors name, and the drug store where I get my medicine. All this is on the label of each medicine. I also carry a paper in my wallet with all my medicines...
Share a Newspaper Subscription
You two should share on paying for the newspaper, one year she pays for it the next year you pay for it.To me that would be fair.
Should Parents Share Their Financial Circumstances with Adult Children?
The one thing bad about not telling your children anything is if you get in a wreck and are unable to talk or even die the children will not know what or how to contact your bank or insurance companies. Why not tell them all at one time what your plans are...
80th Birthday Gift Ideas?
Fix a basket of things he likes to eat for example candy, crackers, chips,cookies or if he likes to go out to eat give him a gift certificate to his favorite restaurant. They live on a budget so these things would be good for him. Just find out what he likes...
Getting Personal Information from an Email Address?
If she wants to find you she can. All she has to do is google your name and there is another site that will give her a map to your house. Maybe she just wants to talk! Is there a reason you dont want her to find you I mean if she was an old friend what is the...
Is It Safe to Use Expired Toothpaste?
As I learned on a TV program Expiration dates are put on items for a reason. Do not use the product pass the expiration date! You can find many uses for the toothpaste. One way is to use some to clean your headlights on your car. Put some on a rag and rub the...
Hang Dry Your Clothes
This sounds good but I dont have the time to make sure I catch my clothes just as they finish drying. People say drying clothes uses more electricity but I have tried it and I dont find there is enough difference to give up my time to do something else and...
Do Foods Need to Be Heated to Boiling Before Placing on a Steam Table?
Boil the food first. The steam table is just a steam table.
Preventing and Eliminating Kidney Stones?
I was told to drink lots of water. This helps flush the kidneys.
Using Meat That Was in a Broken Freezer?
I would not take the chance, it is not worth it. Throw all of it out!!
Remedy for Hysterectomy Induced Sweats and Weight Gain?
I had a hysterectomy about 10 years ago also. The hot flashes were a lot at first but have now decreased. I still have some but I try to stay as cool as possible. AT night I wear a gown with spaghetti straps and during the day I wear light clothes, no long...
Keeping a Trailer Cool in Summer?
You may need bigger air conditioners. The space they are trying to cool is too big for the acs. So they are running all the time.
Link: Make Your Own Finger Puppets
Love these sites!! Great idea for teachers who teach children of all ages and for kids!! Thanks!!
Craft: Portable Yard Sink
Great idea if it works then it is really great. You could use it to get water for flowers planted outside or if you have a garden you could wash your vegetables off before going into the house.
4 Year Old That Cries a Lot?
Sounds like he is testing you all if he is crying because he can not have what he wants. Do not give in. If he is not to have it then stick to your guns. It does not take children, but one time to learn how they can get by with things and get what they want...
Morning or Afternoon Kindergarten?
I have learned a lot from the answers here. Where I live kindergarten is in our schools and the children go when they have turned 5 by the end of August. They go all day and go to the school they will be attending through the 5th grade.
Recycled Potpourri Jar
What is a dip container lid? Love the idea! (b)Editors Note:(/b) A dip container lid probably is referring to a plastic dairy lid. You could get one from any creamy dairy product such as sour cream, yogurt, margarine or dips like French Onion. Any flexible...
Buying Small Craft Tiles?
Go to Lowes Home Improvement. That is where I bought the ones we used in our VBS at church. Also if you are buying a lot, talk with the manager and see if you can get a discount!
Pamper the Mom, Too?
I say go for it! Back in the late 70s my mother in law gave me a very pretty lacy gown with matching robe and slippers to wear after I had the baby. It was so pretty it was a mint green. I had never had any thing so lacy and pretty! I wore it out! LOL
Using File Cards For Organizing Addresses
I like this! By doing this if for any reason someone else needs a number all they have to do is look in your box. if it is in your cell phone then only you will be able to pull it up. The good old fashion way is better in lots of ways!!
Having Dental Work Done in Mexico?
I cant understand why anyone would want to go to Mexico period but especially to have dental work done. There are plenty of places that you can go that does not charge to much. These people dont know anything about you and if you have problems then you will...
Child Visitation Advice?
Do not send your child to that man. You really dont know anything about him. He could be wanting her to sell her for money or drugs. Get a lawyer fast! Your child is worth what ever it cost! He does not send you money so that should tell you how much he really...
Use Paper Plates for Packing Plates
I guess if you are moving a short distance that may be okay,but if the dishes have to stay in boxes more than a day I would wash them. Boxes draw bugs and you never know what has crawled in side them. You could also use coffee filters between the dishes. I...
Food for a Daytime Wedding?
If cost is a factor I would suggest changing the time to 2or 3 oclock then just serve light finger foods. Peanuts, mints, finger sandwiches, different types of fruit. 12:00 is lunch and with everyone getting there by 11:30 they are going to be hungry.
Online Courses Save Money
I am taking courses online and I love it! I am going for a degree in Early Childhood. I have been a daycare teacher for 20 years but the state wants more so I have gone back. I have been lucky so far and the classes I need are offered online. I pray that the...
Freeze Makeup to Prevent Bacteria
Cosmetics dont have much bacteria but your fingers do. If you use your fingers then you are leaving behind germs. Also brushes that you use that touch your face picks up bacteria off your face and then you put it in the make up. You know it does not matter...
Determining if Milk is Safe to Drink?
Being pregnant I would not take the chance! Better to be safe than sorry. You may be able to handle it but it may not agree with baby!=
Uses for Small Liquid Soap Containers
Those containers are not made for food! Please get containers that are made for food! The plastic is not food safe!!
Address Book for Internet Information
I use a composition notebook for this. I have a lot of sites like for recipes, crafts, chit chat and so forth. Even if I go to it a lot I still have it just in case, because computers are not perfect and I want to make sure I keep the sites
Craft: Baby Shower Diaper Cake
The ones we have around here have baby items on them like a teething ring,baby safety pins, wash clothes, toys and they sell for around $50.00. They must use more diapers because they dont have a roll down the middle.
Student With Sports Scholarship Doesn't Want to Play?
Sit down with him and have a good talk about what is going on. It could be he is tired of football and if that is what it is dont push him to play. It is not fair to him or the other players to have a player on the team who does not want to be there. Plus it...
Methods for Cutting Baking Time?
As the chefs say on tv there is a reason for temperatures and times on recipes. Dont raise the temperature because the food may not get completely done! You could think it is and it isnt and you could get sick. It is not worth taking that chance. Just cook...
Reviews of AAA Auto Club?
I have AAA and have had to use it 2 times to toll my car home. I have the package lower than onesummer does and all it cost to have it tolled was $3.00. The guy told me it would have cost me $65.00 if I had not had AAA. Chretienne, When we call they call us...
Store Cookie Sheets Lined With Foil
Intexas it does not matter how much time it saves it just saves some. This gives you time to do something else in kitchen or something with the children to keep them from feeling like they are waiting a long time for the cookies. When you have an active life...
Cooking Loose Popcorn in the Microwave
Sounds good but a lot of trouble and dishes to mess up. There is a lot of healthy microwave popcorn out there and all you have to do is pop it in the microwave. I guess it just depends on how much time you have and how often you eat popcorn.Thinks for the idea...
Plan Now for Next Year's Tax Time
Please dont take the envelopes from the post office unless you are mailing something! There is to many free envelopes coming through the mail if you cant afford to catch envelopes on sale at Wal Mart 2 for $1.00. If everyone starts taking the ones at the post...
Use Body Splash as Air Fresheners
I also do that! I do keep a can of Lysol spray handy in the winter in case someone gets sick then I keep everything sprayed down. Other than that I use body sprays! They are cheaper also.
Gift Idea: Fill a Tote With Useful Items
Thanks for reminded me about this idea! My mother in law took a clothes basket and every time she went to the grocery store she bought 1 or 2 things and put in basket. For example- salt, tin foil, baggies, pepper and so forth. She filled that basket up and...
Unable to Work Due to a Car Accident?
Keep trying to get disability! It took several times for my sister in law before she finally got it! See if you can get the doctor to help you! Dont give up and keep trying! Good luck!
Recycle Candy Canes for Valentine's Day
Candy Canes that you have left over from Christmas u recycle them for Valentines Day! Some people dont eat all their candy canes or some people like them on their tree but not to eat so dont throw them away u can recycle them!
Don't Leave Measuring Scoop in Food
More people have gotten sick from their own home kitchens than at restaurants. How do you know that you have not gotten sick from leaving your scoop in your food? You could have gotten sick and figured it came from something else. Unless you have never been...
Reusing Every Bit Of Jar Candles
It must be the brand of candle because I dont have a problem with left over wax. My candles burn all the way down. I love candles even thou tarts are becoming very popular in my area. With tarts you have a cord and I like being able to put my candle where there...
Product Review: NutriSystem
I have a friend who did Nutri-System It cost her over $1000.00 several years ago and as soon as she stopped she started gaining her weight back. I think WW is better. I did that until I had to cut back on my budget when hours at work got cut. I did super with...
Packing Meals for a Trip?
Personally if it was me and all I was going to be gone is two days I would not worry about taking enough food. You can find restaurants that have specials that dont cost much. Most motels/hotels serve breakfast. Call and see if the hotel you will be staying...
Giraffe Treat Cup
This is cute! I have 23 kids in my Pre-K class and I think we will do this but to save time we will cover the cup in yellow tissue paper and each child will make brown dots all over the cup and then we will paint the stick and finish it. But this is a great...
Our New Years Day Dinner
I would be angry but I would have told her that is fine, but next time you would like to have more notice because you spent a lot of time cooking for several people. If I was you if she did this again then I would not make any more plans that included her. She...
Use Battery Lights Instead of Candles For Power Outages
I love my candles. They give off heat and in my area rechargeable batteries cost a lot. I have a oil lamp and candles. I have a small radio that runs on a battery. We use this time to talk, read or play games. I love it when we lose power for a short time because...
Removing Air from Ziplock Bags
The only thing about this is you have to run a sink full of water every time you want to seal something. If you have a water bill that is going to cost and if you dont that is wasting water unless you can think of another way to use the water. Reusing the water...
Freezing Meat Safely?
I usually take and leave as is and put in freezer if I know I will be using it in a day or two. If it will be longer then I leave as is and wrap it in heavy duty tin foil. But as I have gotten older I like my meat straight from the store and fix it then. It...
Saying "No" to Someone Who Asked You Out?
Tell him yes but lets go with a group of friends if you are 16 or older.If younger say parents want let you go out yet. If you go out as a group maybe the others will get to know him and that will help him you will be helping him to get to know more people...
Teaching Children to Manage Money?
I think the $5.00 is perfect for teaching him, just make sure you use 5 ones so he can see each dollar and where it is going. As he gets older you can explain the 10% to the church. He is only 5 and you dont want to put so much on him to try to remember all...
Pack Up Christmas For New Years
I got to thinking about why and how we celebrate Christmas and decided we do it wrong. I mean we dont celebrate the birth of a baby before it is born so I think Christmas should be celebrated from the week before Christmas till the end of January. So all my...
Bleeding Sores from Incontinence?
Geri, I feel for you my father in law is taken care of my mother in law and she has to wear depends and be changed also. She lets him do that but will not allow him to bath her she screams and says he is trying to kill her. My sister in law has to go over and...
