Removing Stains from Polyester Clothing?
Try Dawn dish soap with bleach alternative or Oxy, full strength, too cover & go slightly beyond the perimeter of the stain. Let sit a day then wash again. May take a second application, but I find a simple bottle of Dawn has been getting out multiple stains...
Scenery: John Deere Farm (Owosso, Michigan)
I would love more information about this John Deere farm, location, etc. I have a Deere fanatic husband, whod love to go there.
Can You Reuse Potting Soil?
I keep a 5 gallon pail with a cover to dump used soil in. I put in cut up chunks of fruit and veggie peels, egg shells, etc. Each time stuff is added, either stir or shake up the whole pail. When 1 pail is 3/4 full, start another. Just keep adding used soil...
Wildlife: Starfish in Alaska
Thank you for sharing. They are beautiful. Im jealous. You got to see them in real life.
Frugal Flea Treatment for Dogs?
Ive also heard that Dawn dish soap is wonderful. Try the lemon scented for a fresher dog smell. Just be sure to rinse very, very well.
Product Review: Riddex Plug-in Repeller
Me too, only I bought 4 of them because we keep doors closed in each room. What a farce/scam. I caught 6 mice in the old fashioned traps, 4 of which were within 2 feet of the Riddex thing! And they did nothing for bugs either. I still had flies, a wasp, and...
Weight Gain After a Hysterectomy?
I had the Big H a year and a half ago, because they found a fibroid about the size of a newborns head. Well, 1) It was the best thing I ever did, no more periods, no more odors or yeast infections. 2) I lost 4 pounds in the hospital then I felt so much better...
What Are These Glasses?
I would say that your glasses are whats been called swanky swig.....definately try ebay for antique glasses, swanky swig, or you could search by glasses + what ever the picture is....remember to check completed listings. I just did this with a few of my collections...
Training a Dog To Not Dig?
My shih tzu started digging like crazy every time he was outside. I did ALL of the tricks others have listed, absolutely no success. Thats because there were moles/voles in the ground! Once I trapped the critters (6 in one day), no more digging. At one time...
Sticking to a Weight Loss Program?
You mention about heel spurs, and not sticking with exercise. I too have been dieting & trying to get some exercise. First thing, if you can get to a pool and or hot tub (we have a local motel that sells monthly passes). It is so much easier to exercise in...
Satisfy Sweet Cravings With Dried Fruit
I was recently put on a food plan/diet. I found that regardless of what Im craving, or if Im not sure what I want, I can stick to my diet and kill the craving by eating 2 large pimento stuffed green olives! Sometimes I will put just one in my mouth, and just...
Moldy Smell in Tupperware?
Dont remember where I heard of it, but have been sticking any of my smelly plastic containers in the freezer (after washing & letting air dry fully). Usually 1-2 days and the smell is gone.
Health and Beauty for Less
I and other family members have worked in several canning, bottling, food industries, and in general, theres no difference in brands vs. generic! One factory I worked in bottled shampoos, conditioners, lotions, etc. All the ingredients were mixed in one huge...
Hanging Curtains Over Wooden Blinds?
How about getting a another curtain rod at a thrift shop, using a tin snippers, you can cut whatever length you actually need + an inch or so extra? Insert the cut ends into your rod, and hang as usual.
Floor Covering Ideas for a Barn Wedding Reception?
To stick with the theme of the surroundings, why not just sprinkle the ground under the tables with straw. 1 bale should go a long way. You dont have to make it thick.
Dark Cabinets With White Countertops?
If you have any dark sheets, towels, tablecloth, or anything like that, you could drape them from drawers or cabinet doors. This would give you many ideas as far as darkness or colors to choose from. If you have nothing available that you like, try a thrift...
Using Embroidery Thread for Crocheting?
You can successfully use almost anything to crochet with. Just have to experiment with the size of hook that gives you results you like.
Red Shirt Leaving Pink Stains on Everything?
After soaking the shirt in cold, heavily salted water, hang it on a hanger in the shower and rinse well with cold water. Youll be able to see if dye comes out or not. It may be the only way youll ever be able to wash it...by hand & alone. By putting it on the...
Do Speed Bumps and Steel Plates Damage Cars?
Your speed over the bumps, should be minimal, not idling, but each car is different too. I had a 96 grand prix that rode low to the ground because it also had low profile tires. Any speed bump I came to, I had to crawl over it, and also try to approach at an...
Buying Bulk Paraffin Wax?
I was thinking the same thing; get old, used candles at any nearby thrift shop because I know from trying to find paraffin, its not worth the cost. Another suggestion I have is to skip the parafin altogether. If you have access to lots of sawdust, pack it in...
Having a Septic Tank Pumped?
It really depends where you live. Try the phone book and ask the service people listed.
Uses For Broken Christmas Light Strands?
My first idea;a clear glass light bulb cover, or one of those ball shaped vases, and one of those shop lights with the cage removed (or any plug-in cord with only a light bulb receiver on the end). Remove just the bulb portions from the string of lights, and...
Old Clothes Crafts
Just an additional idea, for turning old clothes into pillows---especially when the grand kids dont fit their most favorite t-shirt, DONT BOTHER CUTTING! Turn it inside out, and machine sew arm holes and bottom closed, then turn back to right side out, fill...
Coping with Fibromyalgia: One Woman's Story
Im going to be in Colorado later this year---I would love to meet you Debra and give you the worlds biggest bear hug, only to the point it didnt hurt either of us :). You have written like you are inside my mind and body. I FINALLY found a great/honest doctor...
Recycling vs Too Much Stuff?
If youre talking about having too much recyclables to use up, try calling your local senior center, preschools and schools, scout troops, etc. We have a center for mentally challenged people that can always use free stuff. If you can supply the instructions...
