Fixing a Pneumatic Chair
It appears that some of the issues with these chairs deal with the screws that are holding the chair in place. One suggestion was to take all the screws off the seat, arms, and back of the chair. They said to use a screwdriver or even a socket wrench to do...
Threading a Janome Sewing Machine
On this site, you can download all the PDF manuals for this machine. https://www.manualslib.com/manual/804510/New-Home-535.html This machine is not so hard to thread. Newer machines are a bit simpler but still, this machine is not so hard to three. Once you...
Noritake China Value and/or Replacements
There are a few people who are trying to sell this off by pieces but the price seems very low. A set of 6 teacups and saucers is going for only $4. It appears that Noritake made several different bamboo designs and I have found 3 of them on eBay. The prices...
Value of Goldendale Indian Girl
The number you have indicated here is that the company mass-produced this doll and made 2000 of the same doll. The Indian style doll seems to do a bit better than most other dolls on the market today. All these types of dolls from companies that mass-produce...
Selling Dolls at a Yard Sale
I am so sorry but dolls are not selling for this high of a price right now. Most dolls are selling for $5-15 at tops. Maybe at a yard sale, you can start off a bit higher, and if someone offers you a decent price you can take this one. You will probably be...
Tiny Black Biting Mosquitoes with White Stripes
I am not really sure if this is an Asian Tiger mosquito but it sure is a mosquito for sure. They are horrible when they do bite and it looks like you might be a little allergic to these bits from the size of the bite on your arm. I would go to the store and...
Identifying Insects
There are some insects that resemble dust-like particles that are called no-see-ems. They are a bug that is similar to a sand flea or in the same family as a sand flea. They are horrible and you cant see these bugs. But when they do bite, the bites are very...
Information about Black and Gold Barware Set?
I believe these are from Federal Glassware. The theme on the glasses deals with old car parts and tools. There are a few of them listed for sale and they are selling for around 3-5 dollars for a glass. There are a few people listing a set for $28.
What is My Chihuahua Mixed With?
From the photo, I would say Rat Terrier or Dachshund mixed. No matter what your dog is a keeper and so cute.
Repairing a Steam Press?
What is really wrong with your machine. There are a lot of times that it will not steam any longer or has a few common issues that are simple for you to soon your own to repair the machine. Can you tell us a bit more about what is wrong with the machine? This...
What Breed Is My Dog?
The dog does look like it has some Lab in the dog. It could also be mixed with hound or a few other breeds. Right now it is hard to tell from the photo you have here because I am not seeing the feet of the dog or the full body. I know you need to get the puppy...
Value of Armani Figurines?
Actually, on eBay, there are quite a few of these that are listed for sale. The people price these in different price ranges and they can start as low as $20 and go up from there. There is a large number of pages on eBay and I looked through a few of the pages...
Shelf Life of Homemade Carrot Face Mask?
Most homemade products such as this will not last long after it has been made. I know you are storing yours in your refrigerator and this is normally good for 7 days only. I would not use it after this time. You will probably need to make smaller batches and...
Information about Sylvania Stereo Cabinet
Here is a radio forum that people are quite knowledgeable about these older console cabinets. A person on there was asking about one and there is a lot of response from the different members. I would actually go there and read what has been asked and said on...
Bland Food Recipes for Stomach Issues?
There are some foods that would be good for you to eat. Low-fat or fat-free milk, yogurt, and mildly flavored cheeses, such as cottage cheese, are all good options. You just need to be careful if you are Lactose intolerant. For vegetables, there are quite a...
Identifying A Chest?
This really looks like a stripper has been used to take the finish off the chest. Plus it also looks like this chest has been modified on the ends and I can see some extra wood there. Not sure what the purpose of the wood is all about unless there was some...
Substitute For Pork Chop Fat
I have noticed that here where I live when the meat comes in the butcher does trim off most of the fat and they prepare the cut pieces of fat to sell for the animals. If I need some extra cooking fat I normally will ask the butcher to put together a package...
Identifying a Porcelain Doll?
This is a Linda Mason doll which was mass-produced by the company who made these dolls. The number you are seeing on the doll should indicate the year the doll was manufactured and this looks like 2002. These were fairy dolls and people still own some of these...
Information on Leonardo Collection Doll?
Online right now there are thousands of dolls listed and searching for one doll out of all of them is almost impossible. I did narrow down the search and tried to look at all the Leonardo dolls that were being sold. This company mass-produced dolls so it has...
Value of a Lane Cedar Chest?
This is a very nice cedar chest and Lane is a great brand name. A lot of people are no longer buying these types of chests for their homes but there are still some people who still do. Most of the chest that I have seen sell online is only bringing in $135...
Rose Plant Wilting?
I grow a lot of rose plants here and start them by cutting most of the time. When I transplant one of the plants into a larger pot it can go into shock as your plant has done here. Overwatering the plant is not good. I would suggest that you do this right now...
Bump on Dog
I know a lot of bumps on dogs are not dangerous but it is always a good idea to have them looked at. This bump is rather large and does not look good at all. I would make an appointment and have this examined. It could be an infection or even a tumor. Only...
Value of PQ PT 1918 Lawn Edger?
Older reel mowers and edgers are a nice handy tool to have around your home if they are cleaned up and the blade sharpened. There are a lot of people these days that are starting to buy push mowers for their homes. Older push mowers and lawn edgers dont bring...
Identifying Carved Wooden Pieces?
Both of these pieces are from Africa and more than likely they were bought in a tourist show when someone visited there. The stick that you are showing is a bit short for a walking stick and normally these walking sticks are much larger that is why I am saying...
How to Make Rectangular Bed Risers
They actually sell bed risers on Amazon that you can pick and choose the ones that would best fit your bed frame. From what I am understanding your bed frame does not have feet so it sits on the floor. One thing I have found very useful was to add a set of...
Parvo Recovery?
After a parvo attack or illness, the dog takes quite a bit of time to recover. Following what the vet has prescribed is the best chance for the dog to get a full recovery. I would differentially call the bet today and speak with them immediately. They might...
Value of Smithsonian Series?
I see there are a few Smithsonian series 1930 and later that are posted for sale. I am not sure which one you have and it makes it even harder to find pricing for yours. it would be nice if you could post some pictures of your books and let us know the series...
Christmas Help
A lot of community centers, fire stations, police departments, churches, Salvation Army, and places like this offer Christmas help to needy families. I would start off searching for some of these in your local town and put in your application early for Christmas...
Value of Copper Platter
The price of copper platters that are selling online seems to vary so much. I did see a few of the larger ones that had some a design on them that people were asking 80-350 dollars for them. In your case, it might be necessary to seek the help of an expert...
Value of Britannica Encyclopedia
I did find a childrens set that is 20 volumes that they are trying to sell on eBay. It appears the set you have is incomplete according to the listing that I can find on eBay. You have 15 volumes and the other sets contain 20 volumes. The asking price for the...
Value of Royal Schwarzburg Vase
I did find some on eBay that the neck of the vase is different than yours. However, this can give you an idea about how much other people are asking for a similar vase to yours. Prices are starting right around 100 pounds and going up to 436 pounds. Most of...
Value of Guiseppe Armani Figurine
This is a nice figurine and there are many different Guiseppe Armani figurines for sale on eBay. Not the exact one you are asking about because the company makes so many of them. The asking price is low on these and they start selling them at 16 pounds all...
George Foreman Heating Element
In my opinion, the best place to buy your heating element is right from the Geroge Foreman website. They sell all types of replacement parts and can help you out if needed. I would rather get the right part the first time and the company is there to make sure...
Information on American of Martinsville Dresser and Nightstand
From what I can find out this would be considered mid-century furniture. I cant find the exact design of your dresser and nightstand table at all. I can see what you are saying that one of the items is quite a bit darker than the other one. There are some differences...
What Breed is My Dog? (Chiweenie)
The dog looks like it is a Chihuahua & Dachshund Mix or Chihuahua Doxie Mix. I can give you a site that you can read up on this mix and see if your dog falls into the exact characters of this mix. Normally there are 6 factors that make up this mix. https://animalso...
Value for Grandfather Clock
I am not finding any prices I can actually quote you on this because the few that I have found that were sold will not disclose the price they sold for. Many of these clocks are sold at auctions. I did however find one clock that was listed back in 2012 and...
Fixing A Sewing Machine's Stitch Selector Dial
If the stitch selector is frozen this could be because you havent used the machine in a very long time. In some cases, the oil inside the machine will freeze up because of the lint or dirt that has accumulated there for long periods of not using the machine...
Information on Porcelain Doll?
I have to lean towards the fact that this doll was made from a kit. The reason I am saying this one is because of the hand-painted features on the face of the doll. The person who made this doll took every long time to detail the outfit they dressed the doll...
Cats Pooping on the Deck?
Considering the cats have been pooping and spraying on your deck for some time now it is necessary to really clean the deck to get rid of the order first. Vinegar and citrus are two orders a cat hates and will not go near at all. Once you have your deck cleaned...
Encyclopedia Britannica 1768?
On Amazon, they have a hardcover in brown or red which is used and has 24 volumes in the set they are asking $1249.97 for the set of books. I have found another set that is the same as yours and the asking price for this set is 550 euros. They do have a few...
Removing Pen Marks on Pine Furniture
Ive had really good luck removing ink from wood using a mixture of baking soda and water to make a paste. Use a clean cloth to take a small amount of the paste and rub it into the wood. Use your fingers to rub the paste into the wood and allow this to set and...
Value of a Grandfather Clock?
In a lot of the auction sites, they give an estimate of how much the clock is worth. They have auctioned off most of the clocks but wont tell you how much they are sold for. On one site I found they estimate the clock at $800-1200 and another site says they...
Finding Jobs for a 12 Year Old
Age is a difficult factor when finding a job especially if you live in the US there are some laws that need to be followed. At 12 years old I would do odd jobs in my neighborhood to earn a few dollars here and there. These jobs included cleaning yards, pulling...
Is my 15 Week Chihuahua a Pure Breed?
Your dog is adorable and she does look like a pure breed chihuahua to me. I am not sure if you have adopted the dog from a shelter or animal rescue or you have purchased the dog. From what you have said it looks like you have adopted the dog and given the sweet...
Vintage Victorian Writing Desk?
This is a very beautiful table and very unique. I have to agree with some of the other comments on here that this table was handmade or custom made for the previous owner. I feel that the table was designed to fit into a specific place in a home and it was...
Value of an Antique Pie Cupboard?
First off there are some people who love the older look and are buying up this type of furniture to put in their homes. I knew some people in the US when I was there working that had an old farm-style home and in their home, they had a lot of this type of furniture...
Tongue Piercing Sore on Top?
I would continue to use the mouthwash or product the store gave you when your tongue was pierced. This could just be a small infection from the piercing that you have not cleaned good enough. Try this for one or two days to see if it will clear up your problem...
Repairing a Smith Corona Typewriter?
Normally when you hear this bumping sound it means that the carriage return is not moving and is stuck. It appears that the belt on the typewriter is stuck or you are having a problem with the carriage return on the machine. I have found a repair video that...
Value of a Mersman End Table?
A lot of times it is not possible to find the exact table that you have. Mersman made so many different style tables and sold so many of them over the years. I do notice on one of your photos there is some damage on the table and looks like it is banged up...
Value of a Pewter Thimble?
I am a bit surprised to find out how little people are asking for these thimbles. For most of them the asking price range between $4-8 only. I did not find the exact thimble that you are showing us here but there are a few that are roughly the same size as...
Planting a Crown of Thorns in the Ground?
The best time to do this is in the spring and not in the fall when winter is approaching. These types of trees need a lot of sunlight and a warm place to grow. If you are set on planting this in the ground now you will need to dig a rather large hole and get...
Identifying a Tiny Plush Kitty?
Back in the 80s, they use to make these types of small animals to sell with baby blankets as a set. I remember they came in a complete set that had a baby blanket, some booties, some mittens and I do believe a small hat that went with the set. There were sold...
Fixing a Worn Kid's Blanket?
This question has been asked on several sites now and it seems that the majority of the people say to cut up the blanket and make a rag purse out of it. While others suggest that you purchase a fleece backing and use an infusion product to infuse the two pieces...
Removing a Hand Sanitizer Stain on a Comforter?
Hair spray is an excellent way to break down the hand sanitizer that has hardened on the comforter. Try spraying the hair spray on the blanket and allow it to sit. If this is not removing the hardened sanitizer from the blanket you can use rubbing alcohol. These...
Black Clothing Dulled my Pinks?
There is an oxygen bleach that you can buy in stores that would do the trick. You will need to dissolve the oxygen bleach in hot water and then add cold water to cool it down. You will need to soak each garment in the water solution for 15-20 minutes. If you...
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Need Help Identifying Antique Farm Equipment
I see the chain, pullies, and cutting blades from the pictures you have supplied for us. There is also a seat where the person sat to run the machine. These types of old machines were used to turn the soil and cultivate the land before planting. The chain that...
Stray Cat Help
From what you are saying the cat does not like to be inside and prefers to live under parked cars during the winter months. if this is the case you may need to make a small home out of plastic for the cat to live in during the winter months. I know a lot of...
Is This a Flea or Phorid Fly?
That is not a flea for sure. This is a fly and it could be a Phorid fly. it is very hard to tell one way or the other because the fly was killed and there is some damage to the fly which makes identifying the exact family the fly belongs to.
Value of Knightsbridge Doll
Too bad she was taken out of the box but she is still in good condition. Today the markets are flooded with dolls just like this that can sit online for years without selling. The value of these dolls has declined so greatly that people are lucky to receive...
Circuit for Lighted Ceiling Fan Stopped Working?
Is this the only light in your home that isnt working? The reason I am asking is that a circuit breaker will normally supply electricity to other parts of your home. Have you tried to teat the outlets in the room and see if you have electricity that is running...
Getting Cats Out from Under My Mobile Home?
In cases like this, you may need to get a cat trap and use the tuna in the trap. I would talk with animal rescue and see if they are willing to loan you a trap so that you can trap the cats that are under your home without harming them at all. I am not sure...
Value of Glasses?
I have found your glasses listed on eBay as Trio of Vintage NAPOLEON Brandy Snifters Gold Logo N Crown Balloon Cranberry 70s. The glasses were listed for 7 Pounds and not sold. The listing has ended. You can find your listing here: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm...
Identifying Wooden Masks?
The shape and carvings on the masks are very similar to masks made or carved in Africa. At first, because of the long beards on the masks, I thought they were from China. But the carving on the face is not from this region. I have checked out other cultures...
What is this Tiny Brown Bug?
No this is not a bed bug for sure it is a beetle and they come into your home during this time of the year. They love to eat fiber and can eat the fiber on your carpet or even your bedding. They can be hard to get rid of if you allow them to breed and multiply...
Repairing a Spot on a Black Dining Table?
There are a few things that you can try. This looks like water damage or some sort of a product was dropped on the top of the table that caused this damage. Did you happen to use a hand sanitizer and set the bottle on the tabletop? Could this be fingernail...
Information About Porcelain Doll
If there are no markings on the doll-like you say it will be harder to identify the doll. This doll from what you are saying is kept in your family and passed down from one member to another. It seems like it is your turn to get the doll passed down to you...
Identifying a Sofa?
I would actually choose a nice natural color for your cushions because I think the ones that my grandmother had been some brown color cushions with some flowers on them. This was a 6 cushion couch and had 3 bottom cushions and 3 on the back. I think you will...
Sewing Machine Won't Turn Off Bobbin Winding
I clearly understand what you have said and that your sewing machine is no longer running normally but instead is only allowing you to wind a bobbin. My question to you is what or how does your machine wind the bobbin. There are 3 ways to do this. I also do...
Identifying Small Brown Bugs
These are beetles that are harmless but a major problem. You can easily get rid of them by cleaning the home and vacuuming daily. When down throw the contents of the cleaner out in the trash. Also, you can lay down some sticky fly tape to trap them and get...
Value of Porcelain Doll
The doll is still in the box and appears to not have a brand name on the outside of the box. Today the market value for dolls like this that are not branded dolls is 1 to 15 dollars. The value of the doll that you have purchased is considered the true value...
Convert King Sized Sheets to Split King?
I spoke with my sister in law who does a lot of sewing. She suggested that if you wanted to do this you would need to cut the sheet in half and add the elastic band to the sheet. You will need to cut and make the corner of the sheet in order to fit the bed...
Value of Porcelain Doll
Maybe a few years ago you could have sold this doll for around $25-50. However, today the market for these dolls has been flooded and people are just not buying them at all anymore. There are some people who are desperate to get rid of their dolls and I have...
Value of Brandt Table
The region and condition of the table play a very important role in the value of the table. In some regions, this type of table can sell for around $300-450 if it is in prime condition. Your table is not in the best of conditions and I do see a bit of damage...
Letters Stamped on Locket?
The 925 is a silver marking that is stamped on silver. The letter M9 I believe is the region or person who has made this item. I have looked at different silver markings and I am normally really good at finding the mark but I cant find this one. I am not sure...
Identifying a Sofa?
The sofas that I have found that were made by JCPenny were all private branded sofas. My grandmother owned a few of these sofas over the years and they were nice and sturdy sofas bu there was not a unique brand name. Large department stores like this would...
What Bug is This?
This bug is in the roach family and can be horrible to get rid of in your home. You can bring these into your home when you carry in packages or boxes. This is not a bed bug so dont worry about this. You will need to set out some roach traps and some roach...
Sewing Machine Won't Turn Off Bobbin Winding
On older sewing machines there are normally 2 ways to wind a bobbin. The first way is to disengage the wheel by turning the inside knob. This will allow the machine to wind the bobbin. When you have wound the bobbin then you tighten the inside knob back up...
Value of Noritake China?
Currently, China is not such a big seller online and people are finding it harder and harder to sell a complete set of china. Most people have resorted to selling their sets of china off in pieces because it seems to do a bit better. This takes a very long...
Antique Hope Chest
First off who made the hope chest? Normally there is some sort of label on the hope chest that will give you the manufacture and also the style number of the hope chest. If you look online hope chests are listed for $150-250. This is the normal asking price...
Repairing a Sewing Machine
I am afraid they are not selling the motor brushes that you are looking for. I have checked on several sites that sell parts and accessories for this sewing machine and not one of them offers brushes for a motor. They are all the basic parts of the sewing machine...
Identifying a Ceramic Figurine?
When I see figurines like this I know they come from a ceramic store that people go to. Around 25-30 years ago this was a very popular hobby and they held classes at some shops. People could buy these figurines to paint and then fire. Most of the figurines...
White Biting and Crawling Specks?
These white bugs look very similar to body lice. Body lice are a bit different than head lice but they can also live in your hair. They can bit you and dig into your skin and cause you to itch all over the place. There are special treatments for this and it...
Value of a Vintage Collectible Memories Doll?
It is such a shame that the market right now is flooded with dolls like this. Many of these dolls have been sitting on these sites like eBay and Esty for so long and they are not selling at all. People are trying to sell the dolls for around $25-35 but they...
Repairing an Oster Bread Maker
In these types of machines, there can be an issue with the base of the bread maker and the shaft. It can break and the teeth can no longer snap into place like they should. You can not just replace one or the other you need to replace the complete unit. That...
What Breed and Age is My Dog?
Your dog looks very young for sure. No matter what the age of the dog is around 5-6 weeks that one is sure. You need to get the dog to the vet right away and start a series of puppy shots for the dog. At this point, the vet can verify the exact age of your...
Fixing My New Home Memory Craft Sewing Machine
This is not too hard to repair. You just have an issue of threading the machine incorrectly and not installing the bobbin in the right way. it would also help if you took apart the bobbin canister and the holder to do a good cleaning of this area before you...
Feeding a Pet Ladybug?
I am not sure if you found this ladybug or you bought it. I would not suggest that you keep a wild ladybug for a pet. But if you want to try and do this there is plenty of information online on how to feed them. Cucumbers are not one of the foods that you should...
Model Number on Grandfather Clock
The clock can have a model number located in several places. Here are the places that the model number is listed on grandfather clocks. Check to see if there is a label on the back of your clock. I see you have found one label that only has the serial number...
Encyclopedia Americana 1970
Here are some listings that you can check out on eBay. As you see from the listings the books are not selling for too much at all. There are some people who are trying to make a few extra dollars by selling books one at a time. https://www.ebay.com/b/encyclopedia...
Hair Stuck in Eye?
If washing out your eye with a good eyewash has not helped to remove the hair in your eye it is time to go and see an eye doctor. Dont mess around with your eyes and take precautions at all times. The hair can go to the back of the eye which will make it extremely...
Storing Homemade Soy Milk
If you are making homemade soy milk it will only last a few days stored in your refrigerator because there are no preservatives added to the milk. Storing soy milk is like any other milk that is stored. You need to take precautions when the milk is opened and...
Value of Webster Dictionary
I have found one for sale on Amazon. The asking price is $75 and it has a hardcover on it. https://www.amazon.com/Websters-New-International-Dictionary-1948/dp/B000YEIAXG?tag=thriftyfun0b-20 Here is yet another link that the person is selling the same book on but the price they...
Preventing Sugar From Hardening
Considering you are buying sugar in bulk and storing it, each time you open the container to use the sugar it allows air inside. The moisture of the air will cause your sugar to harden over time. Here are a few ways that you can store your sugar to keep it...
Do These GE Console Stereos Have Tubes?
Here is a link to the inside of the stereo unit. Here you can see that the stereo has different tubes that make the stereo work. https://picclick.com/PARTS-Vintage-Stereo-Console-Turntable-GE-GENERAL-ELECTRIC-173333919616.html#&gid=1&pid=1. it is easy to see...
Cooked Weight of Elbow Macaroni?
This one should not be that hard to figure out. If you have 75g of dried pasta when it is cooked it will equal around 170g. So now you have 455g of dry pasta which is 6x75 which equals your 455g. Now just take 170x6 and you have 1020g of cooked pasta.
Value of Covered Casserole Dish
Normally these covered casseroled dishes are selling for around $30-40 online. This is the normal asking price for a dish like this. Unfortunately, there are not a lot of people who are buying this type of dishes right now and I do believe this is part of a...
Identity and Value of Table
This table is in horrible condition and the underside of the table has a piece on it that has been added. I do believe the top of this table could be from Brandt but the legs of the table are not. I have seen this piece here on the site before when a person...
Information on Vintage Chair
Before anyone can actually tell you more about this piece we will need a bit more information to help us out. Take a look on the rocker and see if you can find any type of identifying marks such as a name, company, or signature and post that here. If you are...
Value of Murphy's Wooden Bed?
I am seeing a bit of damage on the wood frame of the bed which will decrease the value of the set. I read that you had this at a yard sale but were unable to sell this. Your region plays an important role in determining the price of wood furniture. I am not...
Cleaning Burned Grease Off of Stove Elements?
One way I have found to remove the baked-on grease on my stove burners is to use Scrubbing bubbles. You can normally find this in all stores and basically, it is used in the bathroom. My second choice is to use powdered dishwashing detergent to clean the baked...
Why Does My 5 Month Old Kitty Nurse on My Lip?
Normally this will happen if the kitten is taken from the mother too soon or was abandoned and a person had to hand feed the kitten. The sucking is like a safety for the kitten because she was weaned too early from the mother. Normally by the time she is 5...
Smith Corona Sterling 12 Return Key Not Working?
The carriage return on the typewriter is a bit complicated. I think that you just have a sticky part on the carriage return that is not disengaging the level to allow the carriage to return. This can be the issue or the second issue is a wheel that moves the...
Identifying a Kitchen Tool?
This is not to open up like a set of tongs. It is actually a vintage 1950 metal butter cutter. It is used to cut small slices of butter. You would set this on top of the butter and pull the handle together in order to get a slice of butter. it will cut as large...
Copycat Beef Stroganoff and Fajita Mixes?
I have tried this recipe in the past and it comes the closest to the Beef Stroganoff seasoning from McCormick. it is a great recipe and simple to make. This one might work for you if you want to make it and try it. https://m.cookeatshare.com/recipes/homemade...
Help with Lane Cedar Chest
I am seeing some scratches on the front of the chest which will decrease the value of the chest when sold. I am not sure where you are living or if you want to try and sell this online. If you check the asking price and the actual sales price youll see they...
Information About Bisque Doll
After reading your second description of the doll and how it is made this doll is made by a kit. I fear that the person had the kit stored for several years and that is why the body looks older than the stuffing. the stuffing in the kit could have gone bad...
Identify Antique Paris Dining Set
This is really a beautiful set and it should actually be looked at by a professional. I tried to find the company that has made this but the marking on the hinge is not helping me to identify this table at all. This could have been made in Paris by a furniture...
