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September 25, 2016

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Guides

Cleaning and Preventing Streaks on Hardwood FloorsThis is a guide about cleaning and preventing streaks on hardwood floors. Many cleaners and methods of cleaning can leave streaks on your hardwood floors.

 

Moving a Large Couch Into Your HouseThis is a guide about moving a large couch into your house. Moving large, often heavy pieces of furniture can present you with a variety of challenges.

 

Mosquitoes Biting My DogThis is a guide about mosquitoes biting my dog. Mosquitoes can aggravate your outdoor pets. Deterring them can make your dog more comfortable.

 

Moving Heavy FurnitureThis is a guide about moving heavy furniture. Moving heavy furniture can be a challenge and can cause damage to you or your home if not done wisely.

 

Can I Give Milk of Magnesia to My Dog?Some over the counter medications can be administered to pets. Check with your vet. This is a guide about, "Can I give milk of magnesia to my dog?".

 

June Wedding Centerpieces IdeasThis is a guide about June wedding centerpiece ideas. June is a traditional month for weddings. There are many lovely ways to create centerpieces for you early summer wedding celebration.

 

Growing Pineapples in PotsThis is a guide about growing pineapples in pots. The top of a pineapple can become a potted plant, and if you have two you may grow your own pineapple.

 

Black Spots on Tomato Plant LeavesThis is a guide about black spots on tomato plant leaves. Several plant diseases can cause spots on your tomato plant's leaves. Determining the cause can help you begin treatment.

 

Substitutes for Dental FlossThis is a guide about substitutes for dental floss. When food is stuck between your teeth, you want a handy solution.

 

Making a Birthday Candy PosterThis is a guide about making a birthday candy poster. A fun birthday present can be personalize poster using packages of candy to help you express your good wishes.

 

Dog's Hair Isn't Growing BackThis is a guide about dog's hair isn't growing back. Some pet owners shave their pets either for health reasons or during hot weather. Fur growth following its removal may be unpredictable and slow.

 

Removing Drink Rings from FurnitureThis is a guide about removing drink rings from furniture. Drink glasses or cups can leave marks on your furniture.

 

4th of July Party Food IdeasThis is a guide about 4th of July party food ideas. The 4th is a great holiday to make some fun and colorful food items in addition to the typical summer fare.

 

Checking Shopping ReceiptsThis is a guide about checking shopping receipts. It is important to make sure you were charged correctly for your purchases before you leave the store. Mistakes can happen.

 

Cleaning Microsuede FurnitureThis is a guide about cleaning microsuede furniture. While possibly easier to clean than its leather inspiration, the nap on micro suede does require some care when cleaning.

 

Frigidaire Dishwasher ReviewsThis is a guide about Frigidaire dishwasher reviews. Choosing your next dishwasher can be confusing. Deciding on the best brand is a good first step.

 

Growing Tomatoes from CuttingsThis is a guide about growing tomatoes from cuttings. An inexpensive way to multiply your tomato plants can be by rooting tomato plant cuttings.

 

Remedies for Yellow Finger NailsThis is a guide about nails yellowing on tips. Frequent nail coloring and sometimes health issues can make your nails look yellow.

 

Something is Burrowing Holes in My DeckThis is a guide about something is burrowing holes in my deck. Out door building wood can be exposed to all kinds of pests. It can be a challenge to determine who is causing the damage.

 

Plum Pudding RecipesThis page contains plum pudding recipes. Whether using fresh, frozen or canned plums, you can make a delicious, holiday plum pudding.

 

White Frosting RecipesThis page contains white frosting recipes. There are a variety of ways to make a white topping for your cake or cupcakes.

 

Prevent Apples Slices from Turning BrownThis is a guide about prevent apples slices from turning brown. When you need to store cut apples for later use, there are a few ways to keep them looking fresh.

 

Making Melted Bead SuncatchersThis is a guide about melted bead suncatchers. A creative project you can especially enjoy when the sun shines, is a glass or plastic bead suncatcher.

 

Treating an Infant's ColdThis is a guide about treating an infant's cold. Treating your infant's cold is quite different than caring for yourself or an older child. Many medications can not be given to infants.

 

Articles

Giving Plastic Pumpkins A Stone LookI wanted Halloween planters. My budget was small, but I had an idea to create this look with paints. I found these very inexpensive pumpkin buckets at Walmart for $1. I also had a large pumpkin bucket that was purchased at a thrift store, also for $1.

 

Catfish (Hound Mix)Catfish was rescued at 6 weeks from the road. All of my dogs are adopted; I live in the country and many cruel and/or ignorant people dump unwanted dogs here. We fatten them up because they're usually starved, take them to our vet for wellness exams and shots, and then foster them until we can find them good homes.

 

Lucy (Poodle)I purchased her in February 2013 in Georgia. She likes to play, "I'll show you my toy, but you can't play with it".

 

Minimizing Damage from Hot Glue Burns While CraftingIf you craft a lot, then you most likely own a hot-glue gun. If so, you are surely familiar with the nasty burns that inevitably come with using one! Hot glue is very painful and continues to burn your skin for several minutes after contact. I always keep a bowl of ice-water within easy reach on my work surface.

 

Questions

Value of Encyclopedia of GamesI have the encyclopedia World Book of games. It is a first edition, May 1945, limited edition c643. I has never been used.

 

Reusing Coffee Grounds for GardeningCan you use flavored coffee grounds on plants? Is there some way to treat them so they can be used? I have a lot of flavored coffee from my daughter, and want to use it on my herbs.

 

Birds Nesting in Fireplace VentBirds are picking away at a outside metal cage for an inside gas fireplace. Last year a fire started when we started to use the fireplace and now they are picking away the cage my husband put there. What to do?

 

Identifying a HouseplantWhat kind of houseplant is this?

 

Riding Lawn Mower Won't StartI have a Yardman YTD and it had been running then died. My uncle cleaned the carburetor, it worked again then died about 15 minutes later. Any ideas?

 

Home Organizing Business Name IdeasI am in need of a name for my professional organization business. My specialty is in the home. I have a long name (it has four syllables) and don't know if I should include it.

 

Ice Maker Won't Fill With WaterMy ice maker, model 106.9738612, will not fill with water. I have replaced both ice maker and valve, but it still will not fill up with water. I used a jumper on the ice maker and the water filled up. There is good water pressure and the rest of the ice maker works.

 

Printer Carriage StickingMy printer carriage gets stuck.