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Ikea Swedish Meatball Recipe?I am looking for a copycat recipe for making the Ikea style Swedish meatballs.Can anyone help me?

 

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Joining Yo Yos to Make a Tablecloth?I have made dozens of yo yos and am thinking of sewing them together to make a tablecloth. What is the best type of stitch to use for this project? Or should I attach them to a foundation fabric?

 

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Traditional German Sauerbraten?Does anyone have a recipe for traditional German sauerbraten? I am hoping for one that you have personally tried and would recommend to others. Thank you.

 

Grey kitty sitting on lap.

Trimming a Cat's Claws?I have a kitty, he is approximately two, that hates having his claws trimmed. You would think someone was inflicting great pain on him to listen to the howling that accompanies this task. It takes at least two people to do the job and even then he puts up a good fight.

 

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Prepping Older Kitchen Cabinets for Painting?I need to paint some 60s vintage kitchen cabinets. They are "custom" oak veneer plywood. There has been some delamination on some of the doors and drawer fronts. What would be the best way to fill these damaged areas prior to priming and painting?

 

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Inexpensive Genealogy Website?Does anyone know of an inexpensive genealogy website? Preferably one that you have tried and found useful.

 

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Free Vintage Red Work Designs?Does anyone know of a good source for free, vintage, red work designs? I am thinking of using them to make quilt squares. Thanks.

 

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Using a Steam Mop on Laminate Flooring?We just bought an older, refurbished home. The contractor/flipper put dark laminate flooring in the livingroom and bedrooms. I have always had reservations about this type of flooring, because of the water spotting, etc. Has anyone successfully used a steam mop on laminate?

 

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When Can I Transplant Bulbs?When can I transplant bulbs. Is it OK to move them once they have bloomed or should I wait until fall?

 

Identifying a Shallow Cast Iron Dish? - inside

Identifying a Shallow Cast Iron Dish?A friend gave my husband this container that she had been using as a kitty food bowl. We have been unable to determine its original purpose. Can anyone help?

 

plastic peanut butter pretzels and cashew containers

Uses for Plastic Peanut Butter Pretzel Containers?We love these peanut butter filled pretzels and bulk cashews. The plastic bottles are sturdy, and while we do a lot of curbside recycling, these seem like they could be reused rather than recycled. Does anyone have a suggestion for using them? It can be for a craft, storage, etc.

 

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Growing Camellias from Cuttings?Is it possible to start a camellia from a cutting? And if so, how do I proceed? Do I use new growth? Please share your advice. It will be most appreciated.

 

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What Breed is My Dog?What breed do you think my dog is? We have been told, Pit or Dingo mix, among other things. She weights about 38 pounds and is medium in size. She is very bright and has been know to open doors and let herself out of the house on occasion. Thanks in advance.

 

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Cleaning Matte Finish Vinyl Flooring?In my new home, the vinyl flooring has a matte finish (slip resistant?). When I try to use a dust mop there is a definite dragging feel to the movement of the mop on the flooring. Is there any special product that I should use with this type of vinyl?

 

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Can I Spray Dry Wall Type Texture on Plaster Walls?Can regular drywall texture be sprayed onto painted plaster walls? If so, is there any special preparation necessary prior to texturing? The walls were papered, but that has been removed and the paste washed off. Thanks in advance.

 

Karma resting between flower meals.

Kitty Eating African Violet Flowers?My kitty, Karma, has decided that African violet flowers are cat candy. He has eaten all of them and nibbles off the buds when they appear. I know that they are not toxic, so that is not a concern.

 

What Breed is My Dog?What breed do you think my dog is? We have been told Pit or Dingo mix, among other things. She weighs about 38 pounds and is medium in size.

 

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Joining Crochet Afghan Blocks?When joining the blocks to make a crochet afghan, which method is better? Is there a notable difference between crocheting them together or sewing them together using a large eye needle and yarn? Is one method stronger than the other? Thanks.

 

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Pruning Camellias?When should I prune my spring flowering camellias? Thanks.

 

Numi and Karma in the dog's bed.

Bulk Honeysuckle for Refilling Cat Toys?Does anyone know of a place where I can purchase bulk honeysuckle to use for refilling cat toys? It is my understanding from the rescue where I got my second kitty that some cats that don't like catnip do enjoy a toy filled with honeysuckle shavings.

 

Identifying Wild Flowers  - closeup of the flowers on clumping plant

Identifying Wild Flowers?These are some of the flowers I see on my social distancing walks in the neighborhood. Some of them I recognize more or less, but am hoping for more specific information.

 

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Remedy for Powdery Mildew on Succulents?I recently noticed that one of my succulent houseplants, a kalanchoe, has powdery mildew on the leaves. I just moved and it is in a new location, but nothing else has changed. How to I treat the leaves? They now have brown spots where I have wiped it off. Thank you for your suggestions.

 

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Prune Kolache Recipe?When I was in college my roommate's grandmother send her a care package of homemade prune kolaches. They were absolutely delicious. Does anyone have a favorite recipe for them? Thank you.

 

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