Information on Basset Dresser/Hutch?
Looking at the drawers this is from the 1960s. It would sell in a thrift store for about $20. Hope this helps.
Survivor Benefits?
No, they will not go up. My sister and I used to receive survivor benefits, when I turned 18 mine stopped and hers stayed the same. Hope this helps.
Value of Michael Jackson Thriller Record?
Not much, I see these in the thrift stores selling for $1 each. They made so many thousands of them that there is no shortage of them.
Homemade Syrup
What is Mapeleine? Ive never heard of that before and where do you find it? (b)Editors Note: (/b)Mapleine is an imitation maple flavoring.
Recycling Shredded Paper?
Shredded paper can be put in with the regular paper, however just be sure not to put it in a plastic bag! A paper bag should be fine and a few staples will not hurt the recycling process.
What Are Hypertufa Planters?
Hi, Here is a good link on how to make them. http://makeprojects.com/Project/Hypertufa-Planter/1044/1 Have fun!
Dehydrate Potatoes for Hash Browns
Hi, When you say to hold them over boiling water in the steam until they turn opaque, what do you use to hold them? Havent figured out how to do it yet without burning myself. Thanks!
Best Dry Cat Food?
I have fed Friskies to my numerous cats for over 20 years and they are all happy and healthy and they all live to be very old. Every single one of them has loved the taste and Ive had several people over the years with finicky cats who have asked me for advice...
My Frugal Life: Penny Wise or Pound Foolish
The slogan is Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Recycling comes last for a reason. If you can reuse an item to make something else and help keep your costs down from buying another item then by all means do it. You are being smart with your money and creative at the...
Shopping for Small Plastic "Bulbs" for Ceramic...
I see several of these trees in thrift stores every year around the holidays. They are usually missing some of their lights but if you find one you can simply transfer some of its remaining lights to your tree.
Mayonnaise Soup Recipe?
Hi Jason, I looked it up and couldnt find anything either, however, I did notice that a lot of times when people tried to make their own mayonnaise it would come out very soupy. Its possible that this is what is was and whoever tried this originally found out...
Paint Color Advice for a Kitchen With Dark Cabinets and White Appliances?
My first thought since you said rich looking is a dark red. It depends on how dark you want your kitchen though. I would go for a more medium color myself. I would suggest going to a paint store and getting a whole bunch of paint color cards (theyre free!) and...
What Do I Do if the Canning Lids Did Not Seal?
Im new to canning but did you make sure to remove the air bubbles and wipe the rim and threads dry before you put the lid on? That might help on the next batch.
Number of Litter Boxes for Multiple Cats?
Hi, The general rule of thumb is to have a litterbox for every cat plus one extra. However, I have 5 cats and 4 litterboxes and it works out just fine. Right now being kittens their waste is small but youll probably find that as they grow (and so does the poop...
Gas Smell in Car's Trunk?
Hi, I saw this tip once for a lady who had spilled a gallon of milk in the trunk. She was told to buy a bag of charcoal briquettes for the grill (the kind without lighter fluid), lay the bag in the trunk and split it open on top side. She said that leaving...
