Keeping Grass Stains Off Wedding Dress?
If you havent bought a dress yet, consider a 50s style mid shin dress. If I had it to do all over again, I would have worn a dress that style (they are particularly flattering for smaller waisted/big hipped women like myself. If youve already purchased a long...
Trouble With A Sewing Machine?
Thanks for the feedback. I have tightened and loosened that smaller wheel and I still cant get the big wheel to engage the moving parts. When I rotate the smaller wheel counter clockwise it seems to have the force needed to make the parts move BUT when I turn...
Removing Paint Dust On Clothing?
Id try a stiff bruch first. If that doesnt work, you may be able to remove the paint with either rubbing alcohol if its latex, or mineral spirits if its oil-based. Use a clean cloth and work it in then blot it off. Test a less noticible area first...it may...
Help With Name For Home Based Decorating Business?
What do you want people to think when they see your work? I used to do interior deorative painting. I named my business KoolRooms Wall Design because when I was done with a room, customers would say Wow, cool room. (also, Kool was a play on my maiden name). I...
Removing Dried Paint From Roller Blinds?
If your paint is latex (water-wash-up) then rubbing alcohol should disolve it. If it is oil-base, then mineral spirits may work. Id try a small less noticable area to test out first...Either could react with whatever your blinds are made of. (If you use mineral...
Painting Metal Shelves In Refrigerator?
I would do the following: 1. Make sure your metal shelves are very clean, as paint will adhere poorly if they have residue on them. 2. Sand lightly to create a tooth for new paint to grip onto. (steel wool suggestion is good). Make sure you wipe off any shavings...
Looking For Information On Oshkosh, Wisconsin?
I am originally from Wisconsin and currently live in Minnesota. Although I have never lived in Oshkosh, I have been there a few times and think it is a beautiful little city. Population is about 45,000 and it is growing due to its proximity to Green Bay/Lake...
Hanging Cafe Curtains With Clip Rings?
When I did this with lace I put them about 3 inches apart...but as another response here said, it will depend on the weight of your fabric. Once you decide how many you need, get one package extra. (heck, they are on clearance, right?)
Wallpapering Panels of Old Wardrobe?
You should sand it slightly to create a tooth for the next application to adhere to. Make sure you remove all dirt and dust. Next, use an oil-based primer to seal in the varnish. (you dont want it leaching through). After the primer cures, put the wallpaper...
