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Looking for a Bread Maker Motor?
Try eBay , as they have PAGES of bread machine replacement parts. Here is the link : https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_dmd=2&iconV2Request=true&_ssn=breadmachinepartfinder&store_cat=0&store_name=breadmachinepartsfinder&_oac=1 Good lick.

 

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Looking For My Half Sisters?
Try Zaba Search or AnyWho. Enter your sisters first and last names, city (if Known), and state. You might find them, and its free.

 

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Business Slogan?
I/We leave it spotless So clean itll shine A clean that leaves no dirt left behind Not a dirt speck left

 

A brown and white dog on a red blanket.

Should I Neuter My Pitbull?
A vet visit is in order ASAP !!! Neutering will usually tame the aggressive tendencies in males, but him biting you may be caused by something else. He needs to have a thorough health check.

 

My Bratz and Barbies Keep Getting Darker?

My Bratz and Barbies Keep Getting Darker?
Try contacting the doll manufacturers, tell them what youve said here, and see if they have any answers as to why they are changing color, and if there is a way to safely get them back to normal.

 

An example of the sewing machine's malfunction.

Sewing Machine Sews Incorrectly, Then Stops?
Many sewing problems can be fixed by: re-threading the machine, checking to see if the needle is inserted correctly and not damaged, checking the bobbin to see if wound and inserted correctly, machine and bobbin tension is adjusted correctly, inside of machine...

 

An old wooden trunk.

Need Help Identifying This Trunk?
If you want some help here, you need to post clearer photos. Take pics of the inside, especially any labels or other markings. Post a close-up of the lock, some nice clear photos of all the outsides (front, back, ends). You also need to give dimensions of the...

 

A small bug on a white surface.

What Type of Bug Is This?
This is NOT a bedbug, so relax. It appears to be a Sawtoothed Grain Beetle. They do not fly or bite, but they can create a problem in a kitchen or other areas of a house where a source of food is available. The sawtoothed grain beetle is not attracted to light...

 

An old piece of farming equipment.

What Is This Piece of Farming Equipment?
What you have there is called a Spike Tooth Drag Harrow. The first ones were made to be pulled by horse, mule, or oxen. The later ones were pulled by tractors. That 1/4 circle with all the notches, and the handle, were to adjust the depth that the spike teeth...

 

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Threading Elastic Through Casing?
I always used a diaper pin or safety pin....depending on size of casing. You pin through one end of elastic, close the pin, then work the pin through the casing, dragging the elastic behind until you reach the other end of the casing. Take out the pin and sew...

 

A Kenmore sewing machine.

Repair Reverse on Kenmore Sewing Machine?
If you can, flip the machine backwards in the cabinet so you can see up inside the sewing machine. On the inside, locate the reverse mechanism, and give it a couple drops of sewing machine oil. Let it sit for 1/2 hour or so. Then tip machine back flat into...

 

A bug on a piece of paper.

What Is This Bug?
This looks like a Larder Beetle. They are not dangerous to humans or pets. They eat grain products, leather, feathers, dead skin, etc. They usually get into your house from dry pet food. In the hotel room, they did not infest your clothes like bed bugs might...

 

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A small bug on a towel.

What Is This Bug?
This appears to be a weevil. They can be devastating in the pantry/kitchen, as they can infest all grain products, making them unfit for consumption. Check all cabinets VERY thoroughly, for any signs of these insects, and toss if you find any in food products...

 

A dog looking up at the camera.

Is My Dog a Pitbull?
My brother had a dog that had the same shaped head, that was pitbull and boxer mix.

 

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Cats Pooping Under Deck?
Thanks for feeding stray cats and helping them survive. As far as them using your under deck area as their litter box, the only way to stop them is to close it off. Staple chicken wire to the perimeter, and use those long u-shaped wires to anchor it into the...

 

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Cleaning a No Bleach PVC Bathmat?
I would fill the tub just enough to cover the mat, then add about 4 cups of white distilled vinegar. Let soak for an hour, then sprinkle baking soda over the mat. It will foam and bubble for awhile. When it stops, scrub well with a scrub brush. Then rinse, and...

 

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Cats Pooping Under Deck?
MLynneGo7 - Just make sure no cats are under there as you close off access with the chicken wire.

 

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Removing Brown Stains in Toilet?
Try about 2 cups of white distilled vinegar. Pour into bowl and let sit for an hour. Then sprinkle in about 1/2 cup of baking soda. It should start to bubble and foam. Let that sit for about 10 minutes, brush the bowl, then flush. If the stains are really bad...

 

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Cleaning Rubber From Fabric?
Try a waterless hand cleaner like mechanics use: D&L Hand cleaner, Fast Orange, GOJO, Goop, etc. They can be found in the auto department of Walmart, or at Autozone or another automotive supply store. You can scrub in the hand cleaner, then spot clean the couch...

 

Some black farm equipment on white stairs.

Ideas on This Equipment's Use?
This is a screw style haymow fork. It was used to lift LOOSE hay from a wagon into the haymow in the upper deck of a barn. The info below is from this website: https://www.farmcollector.com/equipment/putting-hay-away-the-old-fashioned-way/ This screw-style...

 

A living room with sofa an dtwo chairs.

Modern Midcentury Tropical Living Room Advice?
If it was my room, with the dark furniture, dark frames, dark firebox, and dark mantle, I would change the curtains to a pretty aqua or teal color, but not TOO dark a shade. And maybe not solid. If you could find white with some swirls, or other splashes of...

 

An old steamer trunk.

Steamer Trunk
This dome top steamer trunk is real. Someone covered the inside with carpet, and most likely has hidden any label that might indicate a maker and date of production, on the inside of the lid. This trunk would have had leather strap handles on the ends. It looks...

 

A small bug on a wooden floor.

What Are These Bugs?
These are NOT Bedbugs. They ARE some type of Beetle, but your photos are too blurry to distinguish what variety. Also, when taking a photo of any kind of insect, you should always put a ruler or a coin, etc., near the insect for size comparison. From your photo...

 

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Repairing A Cub Cadet Mower?
Ive had the same problem twice with my rider. Is there a drive belt for the blades? My Craftsman riding mower has a long belt that has to engage the blades when you move the blade engage handle. One time the belt broke and I needed a new one. The other time...

 

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Repairing A Cub Cadet Mower?
Okay, I didnt know that they work differently, as Ive never owned a Cub Cadet. Sorry I didnt help. Good luck

 

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Repairing A Cub Cadet Mower?
jxknight, you can download owners manual for free here...if interested: https://www.cubcadet.com/en_US/operatorsmanuals or call 1-877-428-2349 for assistance.

 

A collection of recycled plastic beads.

Beads from Plastic Bottle
The plastic doesnt melt on the iron? A good way to reuse a plastic bottle. I could see cutting the bottle at an angle, and spiral cutting the whole bottle, then coil, twist, bend the strip into all kinds of shapes. Then do the iron to fix the plastic shape...

 

Bug Found in Bedroom

Bug Found in Bedroom
It appears to be a (very small) hard-shelled beetle. They may just be coming into your house for water, or it may have been too wet outside and it was looking for someplace dry. Same for heat... looking FOR warmth, or TOO hot outside for it. Just vacuum them...

 

A bug and spider found under a bed.

Bug Found In My Bedroom?
It looks like a beetle. I would guess its nothing to worry about. Unless youre the beetle and theres a spider around....LOL !!!

 

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17th Birthday Ideas?
If you will have snow, and enough of it, gather friends to have a snow fort or snowman-making contest. You can even color the snow quite cheaply, using water and either food coloring or drink mix (like Kool-Aid), mixed up in some squirt bottles such as ketchup...

 

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Will Trumpet Vine Grow In A Planter Forever?
Trumpet Vine (and other climbers) need something rough they can cling to. Wrapping the aluminum legs with chicken wire, as Iceskater said, would work fine.....IF the legs are not in direct sun all day to get overly hot. That could scorch the delicate tendrils...

 

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Will Trumpet Vine Grow In A Planter Forever?
Seeing that the legs are roundish, using wood strips wont work. So another idea is to put a trellis anchored in the pots and attached at the top of each corner column. That should work fine for your climbers. Good luck.

 

A hole in a crocheted tablecloth.

Repairing Holes In Crocheted Tablecloth?
Here is a YouTube video from an expert Fiber Arts restorer. Im betting its costly, but if you really want it fixed, you will need to find someone like this. You should do a search for restorers in your area, as I have no idea where youre located. http://heirloomtreasuresfiberarts...

 

An old fashioned green and yellow grader.

Information About Old Fashioned Grader?
Unless you already have done so, you need to look the whole thing over very carefully for any numbers, etc. With the green and yellow paint, it is obviously a John Deere implement. Model number would help in finding your answers. Post back if you find anything...

 

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Crochet Ideas for Beginners?
There are sooooo many crochet ideas on line, it will make a person dizzy. Here are some ideas: Xmas ornaments, stockings, mantle banners, tree skirts, coasters and candle mats, winter scarves and mittens, hats, slippers, afghans, table runners, door wreath...

 

The canned beets and a bowl full of the pickled beets.

E-Z Refrigerator Beets
Once the beets from my garden have been used up, I buy canned beets -whole or sliced, and add them to bread & butter pickle juice Ive saved. I love making use of something that normally gets dumped down the drain. I find I can add a new can of beets to the...

 

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Finding a Switch for Pfaff Sewing Machine?
Heres a site that says they have the switch for your Pfaff 1222E: https://a1sewingmachine.com/70-112000-02~Switch+Pfaff+1222+70-112000-02.htm for $18.95 Hope its the right one. Good luck and post back if you get one.

 

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Finding a Switch for Pfaff Sewing Machine?
The a1sewing site I gave you has them in stock. Take a look for yourself.

 

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Finding a Switch for Pfaff Sewing Machine?
The a1sewing machine website I listed up top here, does have the part listed for your machine. Check it out yourself. I tried a fake order for one and it never said out of stock. Good luck.

 

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Finding a Switch for Pfaff Sewing Machine?
See my other answer for the a1sewing site. They have them in stock.

 

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Finding a Switch for Pfaff Sewing Machine?
a1sewing has them in stock. Check my first answer.

 

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Finding a Switch for Pfaff Sewing Machine?
They DID have them when I first gave the website address, so they must have sold out. Sorry.

 

Eggs on a rope outside.

What Kind of Eggs Are These?
If these are orange-ish round eggs with tan fuzz over the top of the cluster, then they are most likely Gypsy Moth Eggs. Areas of the northeast US had a terrible Gypsy Moth season earlier this summer. The larva stage -caterpillars, which hatch from these eggs...

 

A collection of Funk and Wagnalls encyclopedias.

Value of Funk and Wagnalls Encyclopedia?
No encyclopedias less than 100 years old are worth much if anything. Libraries wont even take them for their used book sales anymore. Everyone uses on-line sites now. The best you can do with them is to recycle them with other paper products, or use them for...

 

A cat with a wound under his ear.

My Cat Scratching Under His Ear?
Possible problems: tick, fleas, insect bite or sting, ringworm, a thorn or pricker in/under the skin, poison ivy or other itchy plant, a fly larva under the skin, heat rash. It really should be diagnosed by the vet, as continued scratching can cause a wound...

 

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Repairing A Sewing Machine?
OMG, your foot and shank came off? That must be painful !!!! LOL, just kidding. Like Judy said, find the brand and model number plate on the machine, and then look it up online. There are sites that allow you to either download or order and manual for your...

 

The painted pieces of "sea glass".

DIY Sea Glass
Have you ever SEEN sea glass? From the sea glass Ive found, these painted glass discs or pebbles look nothing like real sea glass. Sorry, I wont be trying this.

 

The painted pieces of "sea glass".

DIY Sea Glass
Its funny...the matte finish ones remind me of Easter M&Ms !!! Hey, if you like the results, thats all that matters. Have loads of fun making your terrariums.

 

A bug on a white surface.

Getting Rid of Household Bugs?
This looks like a Brown Click Beetle. Repeated spraying for a few days in a row should get rid of them. You can also put powdered borax around the perimeter of your home outside. If all else fails, time to call a Pest Control Company. Good luck.

 

A wooden grandfather clock.

Value of Grandfather Clock?
Did you look for the serial number label? It should be located on the back or the inside of the case, and it should be a foil-like label. The serial number might also have been recorded in the owners booklet. The serial number will give the year of manufacture...

 

The book "Fairy Tales" by Hans Anderson.

Information About Hans Anderson Book?
You couldnt find a copyright page that tells publisher, date, etc? That is strange. I agree with Judy that these advertisements look much older than 1950s. For instance, Symingtons Pea Flour company was started in 1827. Steedmans Soothing Powders was first...

 

A porcelain doll with dark hair and a fancy lavender outfit.

Researching Porcelain Dolls?
These sites have good overviews of how to rate your dolls condition, type, age, etc, and value: http://www.historyofdolls.com/doll-facts/porcelain-dolls/ https://blog.pawnguru.com/value-antique-porcelain-dolls/ https://www.thesprucecrafts.com/determine-porcelain...

 

A small bug on a floor.

What Kind of Bug Is This?
Yes, this could be a termite. Take one youve found to a hardware store and see if they can confirm it. They will also have the knowledge of what kind of treatment to rid your place of them. Better safe than sorry.

 

Very small bugs on a tile floor.

What's This Bug?
If this hall tree is something you really want to keep, then disassemble to as small as it will go, then place in a large tote or garbage bag. Spray heavily into the tote/bag with a good bug spray and tie it shut tightly. Leave it outside for a week without...

 

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What Should I Do For My 17th Birthday?
Take a few good girl friends to a local thrift store to look for really cool accessories or jewelry. You never know what you might find, and they are usually cheap to shop at. Ask your friends for their opinions if any of them have similar taste as you. You...

 

Very small bugs on a tile floor.

What's This Bug?
You really need to spray with bug spray, seal it up and leave it at least a week. You need to basically fumigate it before anything else. If that step is successful, then I would think any bugs left sealed inside wood by several coats of clear poly would NOT...

 

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Seymour Mann Doll?
These dolls can be found in all styles on Ebay. The most expensive bride doll I found was the ALICIA model for $125.00. Their value depends heavily on condition. You should take a look on Ebay for the bride dolls to see if they have one like yours. Good luck...

 

The desk from a top view.

Information About Desk?
I think your best bet on wood type, age, maker, etc., is to consult an antiques appraiser that specializes in furniture. They will be able to look it over thoroughly, determine condition, and answer all your questions. Good Luck !!!

 

A decorative china plate.

Ridgeway China?
I did a Google search and found several listings on Ebay including this one for one 5 7/8 saucer for $10.99 : https://www.ebay.com/itm/141926088816?hash=item210b744070:g:Gv4AAOSwr7ZW4eM9 Just do a search on Google for Ridgway China in Windsor pattern. It appears...

 

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Keto Recipes?
There is a guy named Arman Liew in Australia, that has an EXCELLENT website with all kinds of recipes such as: gluten-free, low carb, low sugar, and Keto friendly. Ive been following and using his recipes for a couple years now, and I havent found even one...

 

An antique piece of farm equipment.

Antique Farm Equipment?
It looks like a two-wheeled cultivator. It would have been used after plowing an area, to further break apart clods of soil to make ready for planting. It would also be used to knock down weeds and aerate the soil surface around a planted crop. In essence...an...

 

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Parade Entry Ideas?
Make costumes of common instruments found at health care places: Stethoscope, old style thermometer, sphygmomanometer, syringe, urine cup, medicine capsule, etc. Would be very cute to wear in a parade.

 

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Poulan Riding Mower Won't Shift Gears?
Talk to the mechanic that worked on it. Its possible that he didnt get the drive belt on properly, and it is somehow causing the brake problem.

 

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Beagle Puppy Excessive Itching?
First off, once your pup is 12 weeks old, decrease your worming to once every three months, unless you see symptoms of worms. As far as the recurring lice, read below..... Why does my dog keep getting lice? Transmission is usually through direct contact with...

 

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Beagle Puppy Excessive Itching?
Yes, for several days in a row. Use a mild shampoo, like baby shampoo, to avoid further irritation to the skin. Also, ANY time you bath a dog (or a cat), make SURE you rinse all the shampoo out of their fur, as that can be the basis of many skin dryness problems...

 

A shirt that has the blue color bled into the white.

How Can I Restore the Colour On My Shirt?
How do you get color run out of clothes? Take a white cloth and dampen it with a commercial stain remover, rubbing alcohol, hairspray, or any clear solvent that is 90% alcohol. Dab the stain with the white cloth repeatedly, and the dye should keep transferring...

 

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Repairing A Stain From Wood Floor Cleaner?
Judy is right, it WILL need at least one new coat of polyurethane...probably more. To blend into the old poly finish, take some 180 grit or finer sandpaper and lightly sand around the edge of the stripped area to feather out the old finish. Also lightly sand...

 

A bedroom dresser set.

Nicotine Stained Wood Furniture?
I did some searching and found these solutions to your yellowed furniture finish fix: https://homeguides.sfgate.com/safely-remove-cigarette-smoke-buildup-furniture-99883.html and: https://homeguides.sfgate.com/clean-nicotine-out-wood-furniture-101767.html I...

 

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Spilt Fuel in Car?
First off, using clean rags or lots of paper towels, blot up as much fuel as you can. Also, if you can access under the carpeting, check if the padding underneath has diesel soaked in too, and if so, your problem just got bigger. Here is some info I found that...

 

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Spilt Fuel in Car?
First off, using clean rags or lots of paper towels, blot up as much fuel as you can. Also, if you can access under the carpeting, check if the padding underneath has diesel soaked in too, and if so, your problem just got bigger. Here is some info I found that...

 

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How to Make a Squirting Aerosol Spray Again?
Try poking a very small diameter needle or pin into the hole of the spray tip. Or you can also pull the tip off the can and soak it in hot water and dish soap for a while. Remember to really shake those spray cans to distribute the propellant with the product...

 

A black bug on a white surface.

Could Someone Identify Unknown Bug?
From your photo, this looks like a Brown Click Beetle. They are not harmful to people or pets, but they can be a problem for garden plants. Their larva are known as wireworms, and eat the roots of plants. They can also ruin a potato crop by burrowing into the...

 

Swollen fingers from an insect bite.

What's Biting Me?
Do you sleep with a window open at night? The bites might be from a gnat called a no-seeum. If that is the trouble, the best thing to do is either keep windows closed after dark, or take the window screens outside and spray both sides well with a bug spray...

 

An old plow.

Technical Name For This Plow?
Its called a Single Wheel Hand Cultivator. Good luck on your Eagle Scout !!! I was a Girl Scout leader for 13 years, and my husband was a Scout Leader and Scout Master for 10 years, so scouting is in our blood.

 

Small black bugs.

Identifying Bugs On a Dog?
Sorry I cant help as your photos are completely useless. Post some better ones and I bet youll see a lot more answers.. The best advice I can offer is to take your dog to the vet.

 

A woman fanning herself inside a house.

Brainstorm: Frugal Ways To Keep Cool
For the house: After the day cools off into night and its cooler outside than indoors, open two bigger windows. If you have two box fans or good size floor or table fans, place one in a window blowing outside and one in a window blowing inside. This will help...

 

An old farm implement.

Identifying Old Farm Equipment?
Its an Adjustable Double Wheel Hand Cultivator. The mechanism between the handles allowed the user to adjust the spacing between the wheels, as well as the depth of digging down into the soil. Hope this helps.

 

An old farm implement.

Identifying Old Farm Equipment?
I couldnt find anything with # X106. There were several makers of items like this cultivator, but Planet Jr. and Missouri Mule by Central Quality Industries came up the most, of named cultivators. These type of walk-behind cultivators were made in at least...

 

An old farm implement.

Identifying Old Farm Equipment?
I found nothing about diamond or no. 9 pertaining to cultivators. I DID find an interesting youtube video about the history of Planet Jr. cultivators/wheeled hoes. If interested, here is the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4W5SKWfxEw Its a 34:03 minute...

 

A tiny bug on a computer screen.

Help Identify This Bug?
If you generally see these after dark, they are probably a gnat or midgie commonly called a no-seeum. They are attracted to lights, and thats why you see them on your laptop screen. They can fit right through window screens, even without any holes. The best...

 

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Food-Porn Page Name?
How about: Food Porn Kitchen Artistry by Mahroo

 

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Yarn Poodle Patterns?
There are lots of directions and youtube videos on line. Here are a couple of the cutest and easiest looking ones I found: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59IODjlw8zM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8WjNSOZ9R40 and heres one from this site: https://www.thriftyfun...

 

The completed pendant on a ribbon.

Interlaced Wire Pendant with Goldstone Chips
It isnt Goldtone, its Goldstone, and its a manmade stone. First made in Italy, goldstone is glass that contains a myriad of tiny, angular, copper crystals. It forms by the reduction of particles of copper oxide within the glass during a process called annealing...

 

The completed pendant on a ribbon.

Interlaced Wire Pendant with Goldstone Chips
My reply was to Daanr.Brown. She asked what is Goldtone? I hope this clears up who the comment was for. Sorry for the mixup DianaHM.

 

Photos showing progressive changes to a stomach.

Body Contouring/Sculpting Business Name?
Sculpting a New You or Sculpting a Natural-Looking New You

 

A small brown bug on a plastic surface.

Identifying a Bug?
When I enlarge your photo, its too blurry to see any details, but your description makes me think...Click Beetle. Here is a link to identification: https://www.britannica.com/animal/click-beetle See if this is your bug and let us know.

 

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Canvas on Pop-up Camper?
If you are up to a DIY, there are a few ways to patch your canvas and screens. It wont look perfect, but it will keep bugs and weather out. Get some fiberglass screen from a hardware store or Walmart. You can cut pieces a little bigger than the areas to patch...

 

A blanket that has been left outside in the weather.

Repairing Childhood Blanket?
You could try soaking it in a large bucket, tote, kiddie pool, or even your bathtub, in a water and oxi-clean solution. If that doesnt take out all the mold, next try a water and bleach mix. While it soaks, slosh it around every so often. Once the mold is gone...

 

A dog's ears turned inside out.

What Is Wrong With My Dog's Ears?
It could be several things such as Scabies, severe ear mite problem, a skin problem, allergies...and more. BUT a vet is the only one who can look at the problem and come up with a solution. Call the vet beforehand to see if the vet will come out to your vehicle...

 

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Reclining Glider Rubbing On One Side?
In addition to soap, you could try paraffin wax or beeswax rubbed on the squeaking and rubbing areas. If the rubbing is at a point of a hardware connection, you might need to put a plastic/silicone washer between the rub together pieces, to space them just...

 

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Finding a Book About Cooking Steak?
I have a few meat cookbooks, and the best one I have for Steak is: The perfect Steak Cookbook by Will Budiaman. It came out Oct 2020 and is about the most complete cookbook about only steak. The author is a French Culinary School grad and a personal chef to...

 

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Bleach On Leather Purse?
Since the purse is black, youre in luck. You can use one of two things to cover this oops. A black Sharpie or black cream shoe polish. Either one might take a few coats to really blend out the bleach spot. I fI were you, if you use the Sharpie, I would also...

 

Small bugs on a brick surface.

What Are These Bugs?
The ones on the bricks (lower photo) look like a type of thrip. There are quite a few varieties, so youll have to read up on them. Here is a good site to start with, to help identify them and how to get rid of these plant pests: https://www.almanac.com/pest...

 

A small dark bug on a white surface.

What Type of Bug is This?
This looks like a larder beetle, which like to infest grain foods, like rice, dried beans, pasta, cereal, crackers, etc. Check all of your cabinets to see if you see any there. Also check to see if there are any small black specks in any foods, indicating the...

 

A small bug with long wings.

Identifying A Bug?
Do you live where they get termites? That is what they look like to me, and when termites outgrow their nest, they swarm like bees do, looking for a new site to built. If a suitable site is found, the termites shed their wings as they move in. Check the outside...

 

A Kenmore sewing machine.

Repairing a Kenmore Sewing Machine?
Try putting a few drops of sewing machine oil between the inner and outer wheels and let sit for an hour, then try turning it free. Anyone fortunate enough to have an old, working sewing machine like the Kenmore, should count themselves very lucky. These old...

 

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Need Help Finding Free Tires?
Try junkyards. Usually you go into their yard to look for what you need, pull it yourself, then they charge you a few bucks (more, depending on what parts youve pulled). They are usually well organized and can point you in the right place for what youre looking...

 

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Riding Mower Yard Machine Stalled and Won't Restart?
Did you hold in the clutch AND also set the engine speed back to start position? It probably wont start with the speed set on rabbit. If you need to, read through your owners manual for a little refresher on your mower operations. Also, did your fluid check...

 

A small sticker or a bug.

Is This Some Type of Sticker?
Your photo is rather blurry when I blow it up for a closer look. Also, you have nothing along side the object for a size reference. More info would help.

 

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Lilac Tree Leaves?
Lilacs produce new leaves and the clusters of flowers on the newest wood...the outer ends of the branches. Unless you are planning on collecting seeds to try to grow new lilac bushes, you can cut off the spent flower clusters after they are done blooming. It...

 

A small red brown bug on a fabric surface.

Tiny Reddish Brownish Bug?
If the head board is wooden, it could be powder post beetles. Can you find any tiny pin-size holes or very fine sawdust in the wood? Powder Post Beetles drill very small diameter holes into wooden things and then lay their eggs inside. You will need to use...

 

A small red brown bug on a fabric surface.

Tiny Reddish Brownish Bug?
Ryan, I dont think Powder Post Beetles would stay on/in the carpeting, as they are only looking for something wooden to lay their eggs in --- that is IF they ARE Powder Post Beetles. The Best thing to do is take some of the bugs to an Ace hardware store and...

 

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Where Is the Most Beautiful Place in the World?
After a month-long trip west, Bryce Canyon National park in southern Utah was at the top of my list. For some spectacular world-wide beautiful spots, take a look at these: https://www.purewow.com/travel/most-beautiful-places-in-the-world Just breath-taking...

 

Microwave Corn on the Cob for One

Microwave Corn on the Cob for One
Ive been widowed for 17 years, and Ive cooked my corn on the cob in the microwave for more than 12 years. Instead of wrapping in a wet paper towel, I put my corn in a covered casserole dish with just a bit of water, and nuke it for 2 1/2 minutes, then let it...

 

A red spot around a tongue piercing.

Normal for New Tongue Piercing?
I would certainly think that two days after a tongue piercing, that there would be redness, swelling and some pain. Using a salt water rinse for disinfecting, and eating popsicles, holding cold water in your mouth or using a cold compress for the pain, would...

 

A dog with lumps on the nose and muzzle.

My Dog Grows Bumps That Disappear Within An Hour?
Can you see or feel something moving under the dogs skin? If so, it could be a worm. The best choice is going to the vet.

 

Instructions for making a crochet pattern.

Converting Skeins from Balls of Wool?
Well, from your photo, the King Cole comfort Chunky yarn is listed as 100 grams per skein. So if you are going to use 100 gram balls, it would be the same amount as the King Cole skeins....7.9, or round up to 8 balls.... as long as the balls are also size 5...

 

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Will Diesel Fumes Evaporate From Wood Furniture?
Fumes might go away with exposure to fresh air, but if any diesel fuel got on it....probably not without serious cleaning.

 

A pod on the side of a tree.

Identifying An Insect?
I dont think thats an insect pod, I think its some kind of fungus growing on the tree. The way to check, is to cut or break it loose and cut it open. It may be very firm, as the fungi Ive seen like this become quite hard....almost like the wood itself. If hesitant...

 

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Odor in Mobile Home?
My guess is that there is no drain system air pipe to let out smells from all the drains in the mobile home. Do you find that at least some of your drains run slow sometimes? Without the air pipe, a vacuum can sometimes form in the drain system, causing slowed...

 

Stain that has been dumped on a truck hood.

Stain on a Truck Hood?
Take your truck, along with the can of stain if you can, to a body shop, so they know what the stain product is and the best way to remove it. Good luck.

 

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Fleas in Human Hair?
You will continue to have fleas on you, until the whole house is completely rid of fleas. As long as there are any fleas in the house, and you are the only living thing for the fleas to draw blood from, they will keep finding you for a meal. When we had a severe...

 

A very small bug in a hand.

What is This Bug?
I agree with Ana that it is most likely a gnat, or many folks call them No-Seeums. They bite and leave you itching. Some folks even get swollen spots at the bites. Ive found the best thing to use on the bites is ammonia. There is a product out there called...

 

Two eggs left in a duck's nest.

Mallard Duck Left Nest?
Nature has given critters a sixth sense so to speak. Whether bird eggs not going to hatch, a deformed or sickly kitten or puppy, or any other species young, the mother seems to know when her young are not going to make it. In the case of the duck walking away...

 

A small dark bug on a white background.

What Kind of Bug is This?
It is a type of beetle, maybe a Click Beetle or Larder Beetle. If its only these two, a good vacuuming of the whole house should be all you need to do. Just be sure to remove your vacuum bag or dirt cup outside the home so nothing climbs back out of the vacuum...

 

What Insect Egg is This?

What Insect Egg is This?
If these are not possibly apple seeds (anyone eating apples in the closet?), then they might be the eggs of a STICK INSECT. There are many varieties of stick insects, and most of their eggs look like seeds. Walking sticks, as in the bug that looks like a twig...

 

A small bug on a white surface.

Identify this Bug?
It sure looks like a bedbug to me. Take it to an Ace or True Value store and ask them, as they are pretty good at identifying pests.

 

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Recipe For Cherry Pudding?
This is from Taste of Home and is 7 ingredients and all mixed into one: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/baked-cherry-pudding/ Our mothers recipes pleased all six of her children. One of my brothers was especially fond of her cherry pudding. Every time he...

 

An ornately carved wooden desk.

Information About Wooden Desk?
In addition to what Judy said, also check the undersides of the drawers. Also, if you remove the top drawer/s, if you can see the underside of the top of the desk, check there for any identifying info or markings too. Good luck.

 

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Recipe For Cherry Pudding?
Joan, I hope this version is close enough to what you were looking for. Let us all know how it turns out. Enjoy.!!!!!

 

An ornately carved wooden desk.

Information About Wooden Desk?
Take these (or new) photos along with all dimensions (length, width, height) of the desk, to an antique furniture shop to see if they can help. OR, post the same photos and measurements on an antiques website for help there. Here are some to start with: https...

 

A small brown/black bug.

Identifying A Bug?
Im fairly certain this is a six-spot spider beetle: https://bugguide.net/node/view/1223766 Here is some quick info on them: Are spider beetles harmful? Yes, spider beetles bite, but no, spider beetles are not dangerous. A spider beetle bite is not known to...

 

A vintage sewing machine.

Value of 1969 Sears Sewing Machine?
You have a very nice Sears Kenmore model 1754 from 1969. From your photos, it has many extras indeed. I only saw 1 of the green cams that goes in the top for different stitches. Are there more? I have a 1969 Kenmore also. It is a model 158.960 (booklet calls...

 

A three prong power cord.

Overheating Power Issue?
This happens when the extension cord isnt heavy duty enough for the power the tool requires. You need a heavier duty extension cord and a three-prong adapter plug. That should solve the problem. Good luck.

 

An old wall clock with a pendulum.

Antique Wall Clock Identification?
Without a label or other markings visible, if you can take the back off the top part, there might be info inside where the workings are that might help identify it. I looked at several sites and didnt find any clocks really close in design, but a few were a...

 

A tall grandfather clock.

Moving A Grandfather Clock?
Removing the weights and pendulum are very important. After that, I would bubble-wrap the whole clock -especially the glass doors areas, then wrap the clock in a couple heavy quilts, blankets, comforters, or similar, and then tie the whole mess fairly tight...

 

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