Finding Combinations for Old Locks?
If all else fails, make chimes out of them! ;0) http://www.repair-home.com/how_to_windchimes.html
Trouble Changing Sleep Schedule?
Early to bed, early to rise! ;0) Is It Time to Reset Your Body Clock? http://www.doctoredlund.com/bcq.html Circadian rhythm http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Circadian_rhythm time zone shift (add 3-4 hrs to your 3am schedule) http://www.bodyclock.com/
Rotten Egg Smell in House?
Yes, they have been running a commercial around here saying that if you smell something that smells like rotten eggs to call the gas company immediately.
Recipes for WW2 Sweets?
Two-Egg Cake Mix together 1/2 cup soft shortening and 1 cup sugar Beat in thoroughly, one at a time 2 eggs Sift together 1 3/4 cups sifted All America Enriched Flour, 2 tsp. double-action baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt Stir into shortening-sugar mixture alternately...
Tutti Frutti Recipe?
Use a two gallon stone crock. Peaches, peeled plums, strawberries, raspberries, pineapple, and cherries may be used as they come into season. Start this March by placing one cup of brandy or rum (I prefer rum) in the crock, with one cup prepared fruit. Thereafter...
Growing Plants in Gravelly Soil?
I too live in AR where theres nothing but ROCKS! After 4 years of unsuccessfully getting something to grow in the earth here, Im using 5 gallon buckets and homemade kinda raised beds to grow a few things. Our county extension sells compost by the truckload...
Growing Plants in Gravelly Soil?
Two of my 6 tomato plants have flowers already and the little husky cherry has fruit. To prep the bucket, I made holes along the lower side and bottom for drainage, added a little of my own compost material thats mainly leaves and pebbles Ive raked up, topped...
Growing Plants in Gravelly Soil?
Ive never grown potatoes but thought this method was interesting and wanted to try it. We bought little red potato seed at Lowes and prepped the buckets. After adding about 4 soil, I added 2 little potatoes to each bucket. Now I think I should have stuck with...
What Does Salt Do to Cells?
How Salt Effects the Body Salt which is also known as sodium is in your blood naturally. When additional salt is consumed, it absorbs into your blood stream. When the salt gets absorbed into your blood it makes your blood saltier than it should be. When the...
Gift Ideas for an "Army" Guy?
Do you hzve z special memory or two of the two of you playing a game or something? Get him that game/thing and attach a note reminiscing about the time you remember playing... Also, a copy of the front page when he was born might be nice... Gas card or gift...
Buying "The Ice Princess" Book?
http://melbourne.gumtree.com.au/c-Stuff-for-Sale-books-games-The-Ice-Princess-by-Camilla-Lackberg-W0QQAdIdZ63409068
Recipe For Jello and Egg Dish?
maybe one of these? Banana - Pineapple Jello Salad 1 box lemon Jello (sm.) 1 box orange Jello (sm.) 1 (15 1/4 oz.) crushed pineapple (reserve juice) 2 bananas, chopped fine 1 egg 2 tbsp. flour 2 tbsp. butter 1/2 c. sugar 1 c. pineapple juice Add water to make...
"Restful" Paint Color?
Blue is considered a calming, relaxing color. It is a good choice to use in bedrooms or bathrooms.... Green is considered to be one of the most restful colors; combining the relaxation of blue with the cheerfulness of yellow. This color is ideal for any room...
Drying Banana Slices?
6 firm, fresh, ripe bananas 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/2 cup orange juice 1/2 cup wheat germ or coconut (optional) Peel and slice bananas. Dip in lemon juice. Arrange on greased cookie sheet in a single layer. Bake at 175 degrees F for 2-3 hours or until golden...
What Can You Plant by Zucchini?
Zucchini gets along with beans or radishes. (i)Zucchini Brownies(/i) 2 cups shredded zucchini 1 1/4 cup sugar 1 1/2 tsp. Baking soda 1 egg 1/2 cup chopped nuts 2 cups flour 1/2 tsp. Salt 1/2 cup cocoa 1/2 cup oil 2 tsp. Vanilla Mix all together and pour into...
Making Homemade Strawberry Pie Filling?
STRAWBERRY PIE FILLING 4 c. strawberries 3/4 c. sugar 3/4 c. water 3 tbsp. cornstarch 1/4 tsp. salt Crush 1 cup strawberries, add 3/4 cup water and bring to a boil. Simmer 3 minutes. Strain juice from cooked strawberries and add water to make a full cup. Combine...
Recipes For Fruit Slushes?
Frozen Fruit Slush Serves 12 2 1/2 c. water 1 c. sugar 1 (6oz.) can frozen lemonade 1 (6oz.) can frozen orange juice 1 (10oz.) bag frozen strawberries 1 large can crushed pineapple 3 bananas, sliced Cook water & sugar till dissolved. Add the rest of the ingredients...
"Cotton Ball" Seeds Or Starts?
Could it be hydrangea youre looking for? Check out these links: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydrangea http://www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com/ http://www.usna.usda.gov/Gardens/faqs/hydrangeafaq2.html You might be able to find one at a local nursery or garden center...
Red Velvet Cupcakes for Valentine's?
1/2 cup shortening 1 1/2 cups sugar 2 eggs 2 tablespoons cocoa 1 1/2 oz red food coloring 1 teaspoon salt 2 1/2 cups flour 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup buttermilk 1 teaspoon soda 1 tablespoons vinegar Cream shortening; beat in sugar gradually. Add eggs, one at...
Inexpensive Toys Made in the USA?
Heres a list for you to check out. I believe all of Melissa and Dougs products are safe and made in the US. Ive found some of their puzzles for about $5. You can search for Melissa and Doug if youd like to see more of their toys. You might consider clothing...
Ivy Bowl Centerpieces?
an assortment of candy kisses fresh cut flowers grapes rose petals or flower petals jelly beans a goldfish a floating candle lemon drop candies http://www.rachaelraymag.com/content/30638/ http://fransorin.com/gardening/azarticle.asp?Article=57 http://www.thriftyfun...
Using Sheets as Curtain Liners?
http://www.angelfire.com/ok3/katsfashion/curtains.html http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf197128.tip.html http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf24920784.tip.html
Is formica the same as laminate?
A laminate is a material constructed by uniting two or more layers of material together. Laminates can mean, and is used to talk about, a whole range of products, formica, plastic, wood, metal, etc. Formica is a heat resistant, wipe-clean, plastic laminate...
Sewing a Zipper in a Cushion?
HOW TO INSTALL A ZIPPER IN A PILLOW http://www.upholster.com/howto/pillzip.html
Buying Creeping Zinnia Seeds?
Try these: http://ebay.com Look for CREEPING-ZINNIA-SEEDS-GREAT-FOR-HANGING-BASKETS http://www.seedman.com/flowbul1.htm http://www.outsidepride.com/store/product.php?productid=16878&cat=0&page=1 http://www.parkseed.com (look at Zinnia Crystal White & Zinnia...
After Hurricane Katrina, My Whole Lawn is Weeds?
Have you considered making a cottage garden or one where you could use local mulch to make walkways or beds to plant flowers? Are there salvagable materials that you could get free... wood for beds or to edge walkways, or to make planter boxes, etc? You could...
Treating Poison Ivy?
Jewelweed is best known for its skin healing properties. The leaves and the juice from the stem of Jewelweed are used to cure poison ivy and other plant induced rashes.
Perennial For Around My Mailbox?
http://www.ext.vt.edu/departments/envirohort/articles2/perenvin.html http://www.beesonsnursery.com/PerennialVines.html
