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December 7, 2016

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Guides

Making a Little Sweetheart Pen Caddy GiftThis Valentine's Day gift is attractive and great for use in your office or home. This is a guide about making a little sweetheart pen caddy gift.

 

Using an Old Can of Baked BeansThis is a guide about using an old can of baked beans. If you have ever found an expired can of food at the back of the cupboard, you have probably wondered about the safety of eating the contents.

 

Tap Water Smells Like EggsThis is a guide about tap water smells like eggs. Household water that has a sulfur or egg smell is very unpleasant. Determining the cause and rectifying it quickly becomes your goal.

 

Removing Transmission Fluid from ClothesThis is a guide about removing transmission fluid from clothes. When working on your car or adding more fluids sometimes you can get stains on your clothing.

 

Making an "I Woof You" Valentine's Day CardShowing your love for people of all ages can be done with a personalized homemade Valentine card. This is a guide about making an "I woof you" Valentine's day card.

 

Washing JeansThis is a guide about washing jeans. There are a few useful laundering tricks that can help you extend the life of you jeans and keep them comfortable to wear.

 

Tips for Good Smelling ClothingThere is nothing nicer than the smell of freshly laundered clothing. This is a guide about tips for good smelling clothing.

 

Italian Escarole Soup RecipeA delicious soup full of vegetables, tortellini and meatballs, also called Italian Wedding soup. This page contains an Italian escarole soup recipe.

 

Making Photo ValentinesA fun project to share a moment in history with someone you love for Valentine's day. This is a guide about making photo Valentines.

 

Quinoa and Black Beans RecipeAn easy and hearty vegetarian side dish that is also nutritious. This page contains quinoa and black beans recipe.

 

Making Your Own Facial WipesThis is a guide about making your own facial wipes. Many people buy and use commercial facial wipes daily. Save money and make your own.

 

Making Paper Pinecone OrnamentsThis is a guide about making paper pinecone ornaments. Try these cute folded paper ornaments on your Christmas tree.

 

Crocheted Valentine PurseThis is a guide about crocheted Valentine purse. This cute little purse, with its red trim and heart shaped detail, is easy to make up for yourself or as a gift for someone on Valentine's Day.

 

Making an Exploding Box Valentine CardShow your love inexpensively by making a box that explodes into beautiful vintage wrapping paper. This is a guide about making an exploding box Valentine card.

 

Dealing With Knots or Frays on Crochet ProjectsThis is a guide about dealing with knots or frays on crochet projects. After spending hours on a crochet project, the last thing you want is for it to become undone.

 

Preparing Clothing for WashingThis is a guide about preparing clothing for washing. Taking the time to prepare your clothing prior to adding it to the washer can help prevent snags or tearing.

 

Making Decorated Christmas Tea Light JarsThis is a guide about making decorated Christmas tea light jars.Tea lights in these recycled jars are the perfect way to light up even the smallest space at Christmas.

 

Making Lavender Salt ScrubThis is a guide about making lavender salt scrub. The scent of lavender permeates this scrub that is good from head to toe.

 

Making a Plastic Coffee Can Easter BasketA coffee can makes a perfect last minute Easter Basket for children. This is a guide about making a plastic coffee can Easter basket.

 

Organizing With Plastic Coffee ContainersThis is a guide about organizing with plastic coffee containers. If you purchase coffee in large plastic containers, be sure to reuse them for your clutter.

 

Making an Origami Garbage BinUsing the art of Japanese paper folding, you can make an attractive refuse container from recycled paper. This is a guide about making an origami garbage bin.

 

Paint Color to Coordinate with Red FurnitureThis is a guide about paint color to coordinate with red furniture. Choosing a paint color that coordinates with your red furnishings can be a challenge.

 

Making a Valentine Goody SnakeAn old men's tie and a few other supplies are all you need to make this cute treat filled snake for Valentine's Day. This is a guide about making a Valentine goody snake.

 

Serving Ice at PartiesThis is a guide about ice tricks for parties.It is nice to offer your guests ice for their drinks when you are hosting a party.

 

Masquerade Party Games and ActivitiesThis is a guide about masquerade games and activities. Planning games and activities that complement your masquerade themed party just adds to the fun.

 

Healthy Coconut Cream Pie RecipeThis is a guide about healthy coconut cream pie. Try this diet conscious version of a classic dessert.

 

Making Deep Fried Pot StickersThis is a guide about making deep fried pot stickers. These tasty Asian treats can be customized to please any palate.

 

Making a Photo Frame from Old JewelryThis is a guide about making a photo frame from old jewelry. Make a special frame from sentimental or broken costume jewelry.

 

Recipes

Cranberry Orange KaleThis warm kale dish is so easy to make with just a handful of ingredients. The colours of the red berries and bright green kale make a perfect dish for the holidays.

 

Rosemary Roasted Chicken with PotatoesI took advantage of the great sales on chicken and potatoes this week. I made this recipe for the first time, and will definitely be again. The spices really give the meat and potatoes a delicious flavor. I doubled the recipe so that I could have leftovers for my busy workweek.

 

Articles

Santa's Spring FlingI found the perfect package for some gladiolus bulbs I had left over. I put them in a large Easter Egg, and wrote "Santa's Spring Fling" on them. The bulbs will keep in the egg and be ready for spring when is warm enough to plant bulbs in the garden.

 

Coffee Cup as a Spoon RestWhen using a long spoon for stirring soup, etc., I rest the spoon in a coffee cup. It takes up less space and makes less mess on the stove.

 

Your Kitchen: A Treasure Trove for Small GiftsI like sharing the joy of Christmas with my family, friends, and neighbors. For me, it is not about the size of the gift, but rather it is the thought that counts.

 

Store Potatoes with ThymeSprinkle some dried thyme into the bag, and store in a cool dry place. I just got this bag for 99 cents, and want to use every single potato!

 

Creating Aged or Distressed Scrapbook PagesWhen making a scrapbook, the first thing that comes to mind is memories. Most are memories from the past that are hard to forget. In a scrapbook, it's always fun to put all the things that you want to remember in the future. It is also nice to have a concept based on a topic that you write on each page.

 

Growing Up with a Work EthicMy parents taught me to work and find enjoyment in doing so. As a teen, we had a Christmas tree farm. This was such a wonderful addition to the Christmas season for me as I often waited on the customers and learned a lot about being a "people person."

 

Questions

Pre Lit Christmas Tree Partially BlinkingI have a Holiday Living pre lit Christmas tree #0013693 that is a year old. It worked fine last year. It was stored standing up, covered, and out of harms way. When we set it up today, the top of the tree lights started blinking. That was the only place they are blinking.

 

Curtain Color AdviceI have a beige carpet with white walls and there is a beige and black border along the vaulted ceiling. My furniture is black leather. I have a large picture window with 4 crank out windows. I'm looking to add a pop of color to the room, but I am not very good at going outside of the box.

 

Making Chicken and Noodles for 20 PeopleHow many lbs. of chicken and cans of broth will I need for 20 people?

 

Riding Mower Won't StartI bought a Craftsman 46" Auto 22 HP V-Twin Kohler riding mower. I had it stored away for about 5 months. The gas was left in the tank and now it won't start. It will turn on for a bit then turn off.

 

Amana Washer Leaking from UnderneathI checked the hoses and they are fine. It is coming from underneath. A lot of water is coming out.

 

Receiving Social Security Survivor BenefitsIs there any way to get my Social Security survivor benefits sent to me since I am only seventeen, but I have a dependent?

 

What Is This Houseplant?I bought this at Walmart and over the last few months I have nursed it back. Now it has flowered. It is beautiful! What is it? Lol