Removing Rotten Smell?
Kids N Pets. This product works wonders! I have purchased it at Walmart but I am sure it can found in many other stores.
Removing Odor from Microwave?
Try the following: Cut up a lemon put it in a cup add water to at least halfway up. Set the microwave to run for at least 3 or 4 minutes. Then let it sit unopened for a good 10 minutes. Carefully take the cup out (it will be really hot still) then wipe out...
Training a Dog Not to Bark?
His girlfriend is misinformed. You train a dog while being calm, you dont shout at it. You dont scare it. I say the word Hey and walk towards them. When they stop barking I praise with a quiet Good Boy Must be consistent. Everyone has to do it the same way...
Home Repair Help for Senior Citizens?
http://www.assistutah.org/repair_home.html This may be a place you can start and ask questions. Call them and if it is not the right place they will give you another number to try. Good luck and God Bless you and your Dad.
14th Birthday Party Ideas?
How about checking into hiring a hot dog vendor, he could serve hot dogs and sauages and then he could do hot chocolates and hot cider for around the campfire. They have lots of good ideas. You would be the only kid who had your own Hot dog Cart for your party...
Getting Visa Debit Card in A Different Color or Design?
I had the same issue, just put a big star or letter on the front of the card you use for groceries, I put a $ symbol on the one I use for groceries, post office etc. Cant miss it when you pull it out. Hope it helps. Laura
Selling Great Books of the Western World?
Check Amazon . com for pricing info, call and ask info of used book sellers, they are listed in google. Good luck!
Making Green Smoothies?
I found this amazing blogspot on line it is called Barefeet in the Kitchen. Here is a link to it: http://barefeetinthekitchen.blogspot.com/p/recipe-index.html Scroll thru the index till you get to smoothies and she has a bunch of them. I tried her yogurt and...
Remedy for Maltese with Severe Skin Allergies?
1 tablespoon of plain yogurt, low fat is fine. The best brand is Stoneyfields or Stoneyfarms (has no additives) cannot recall the name of it. I make my own now. Also get some local raw honey, put 1/2 tsp in with the yogurt. Once a day on the honey 2x daily...
Advice for a Dog with Food Allergies?
Several answers come to mind. We had a lot of issues with our American bulldog. Skin rashes, diarrhea, bloody liquid stools, bloodshot eyes, the dog was miserable. We have him on Diamonds Natural Lamb Meal and Rice. How we got him stabilized is another story...
Preventing Love Bugs From Damaging Paint
Where do you buy this love bug solution? I am in North Port, FL. Thanks, Laura
Choosing Secondary Health Insurance for Seniors?
American Pioneer is one. I do not like the bundled packages (HMOs) they for the most part stink! You need to hook up with a knowledgeable agent and they can help you. It all depends on what her medical issues are? How many meds for each one, etc. Good luck...
Products to Help Lift a Dog?
Perhaps you can use a beach towel which is a longer towel. You would fold it long wise so it would fit under her front legs to under her back legs. (like a cradle. Pull the long ends up to you and you should be able to help her up the steps or to place her...
Reviews of Steam Mops?
I have a McCulloch MC-1275 Heavy-Duty Steam Cleaner. It is the best cleaning tool ever. It is light weight pull behind like a vacuum. I have had this machine for over 7 years and it is awesome. My friend had the shark. It broke so she got one of these and she...
Which Wine to Use for Cooking?
eg: Sauvignon Blanc (white wine) for chicken dishes, such as Chicken Piccata, white chicken caccitori, etc.. Merlot (red wine) is excellent in beef dishes, such as Beef Stew, Pot Roast. We also put some in the sauce we make for pasta. It is a basic Italian...
Removing Oil and Odors from Work Clothing?
I have heard lestoil is great. I personally use about 1 tablespoon of powder dishwashing soap along with tide to the wash cycle. I use a cup of white vinegar in the rinse water. They smell like vinegar when you take them out. But it is gone when they are dry...
Is AARP Membership Worth the Investment?
My husband and I joined when he turned 50 also, and I dont think we used it ever. Now on the other hand here is a tip on it. As a member of AARP you can get a lower quote on Auto and homeowners ins thru Hartford Ins. My mother did this over 30 years ago when...
Add To Gift Box All Year Long
I love the idea of doing this adding to the gift box all year long. It is almost like a Christmas club account in actual items!! I believe the Walgreen rewards program is through the pharmacy, it is $20 a year and if you and your hubby need scripts for an additional...
Use Potholder to Store Rasp Grater
Good idea. I do something similar with my cleaver. I have a folded in half dishcloth (the soft velor kind) then I place the cleaver with the whole blade & a portion of the handle on the edge of the cloth and then I roll it. I put a nice thick rubber band at...
Craft: Watercolor (BooBoo on My Lap)
I love Boo Boo! He is a sweetie and you captured him beautifully! Best of luck in your Art future!
Store Tissues In Baby Wipe Container
I love it! I am going to share this with my sister who suffers greatly with allergies and always has her crushed box of tissues in the car. LOL. Thanks for an awesome tip.
My Frugal Life: Me And The Bee
This is an excellent story on being frugal. My mother could never afford to go out every week like clock work and get her haird done at the beauty parlor. My mom was a widow with 5 kids in the late 60s. She did her own hair and that bottle of hair spray lasted...
Sig (American Bulldog)
Suzanne, He is just the sweetest. We, too, have an American Bulldog. Is he socialized with other dogs? My hubby takes our Duval to the dog park 1 or 2 times a week. I cant wait for the Dog Park here in North Port, FL to open. I believe the Grand opening is...
Removing Fish Odor from Couch Cushions?
Kids N Pets http://cheapandcreative.blogspot.com/2010/04/review-kidsnpets-cleaner.html This is reivew of kids n pets on line. I am sure if you went to Amazon they would have tons of great reviews. This product is great. I love it and I have been on here at...
Controlling Seafood Smells In Garbage
I live in Florida and Garbage just plain old stinks with this heat, I keep a 5 qt lined icecream container in my freezer and all foods that wil make smellies before our one day a week pick up goes in there. Meats, fish and anything aromatic gets put in a bag...
Product to Conceal Uneven Skin Tones?
My sister swears by Avons mineral face -base make up, she has been using it for several years and she loves it. She has some blotchy skin and she is very fair skinned. She always looks great and like she is wearing no face make up at all. Keep in mind she has...
Red Carpet Birthday Party
In somewhat of agreement on not going with the paparazzi theme and the glamor of it all, but this theme could still be excellent with a twist, you could do the Cruise Party. Every one who enters is coming up the gang plank and as they enter they get their picture...
Finding Comfortable Shoes?
zappos.com They have a lot of info on their web site, like how to measure each foot, etc. They also have hard to fit sizes. They also offer free shipping when purchasing and if they dont fit and or you dont like them free shipping going back. I am a hard to...
Frigidaire Dishwasher is Flashing HO While Washing?
I goggled your question and found this for an answer. I hope it helps. The service sheet found inside behind the door cover. The only codes it listed was the following: LO - Low Liquid, etc. PF - A power failure occured HO - Water heating delay 01 - 24 hours...
Film Reel Frame for Old Photos
Ingenuis! I love it! Now I am going to go dig out Mas old Reel to Reels. LOL...
Cleaning Dingy Towels?
Oxyclean is all I use on my dish towels and they are bright white all the time. Even the blue and green ones are bright. Just make sure you use really good hot water and then I let them soak for a while then through in the detergent and the rest of the towels...
Diabetic Cookie Recipes?
http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/ They have fab recipes and complete breakdown of diabetic exchanges.
Recipes Using Lettuce?
Iceberg lettuce can be used for Stuffed Cabbage. Mom used to do this when we were kids and it was great. If it is the leafy green lettuce you can always cook it: 1 head of lettuce washed and cut up 1 tsp of extra virgin olive oil 1 or 2 cloves of garlic sliced...
Preparing Artichokes
Artichokes Sicilina Style Here is how my Grandmother taught me: (now keep in mind this is not for a delicate serving, this is home cooking with the family and you are going to eat this one leaf at a time and you are going to scrape each leaf between your top...
Cleaning and Waxing Business Name Ideas?
Sunshine Cleaning & Gleaming Clean and Bright Busy Bees Cleaning Home Sparkle Cleaners Clean & Classy First Class Cleaning Classic Cleaning Dust Busters Use the BB as your motto Best Cleaning - Brilliant Shine
Trouble Sleeping Since Quitting Smoking?
How about a massager that you put on a chair and it massages your back. This is relaxing and it will help with your back hurting. I found I had to change my routines for a bit so I wouldnt have that anxious feeling all the time. I was a die hard smoker and...
Buying a Stand Electric Mixer?
I bought an older model KitchenAid by Hobart. These machines are incredible. From mixing box cake to pizza dough, to bread dough and no more breaking your spoons to make cookie dough. I use mine to mix meat for meatballs, meatloaf, Stuffed cabbage mix, cheese...
Tissue Boxes for Plastic Bags
I have been doing the same thing for years. Now I keep one in the lanai filled with bags. This is for DH to take with him to the dog park for scooping! When his is empty in the truck he swaps them and then I refill it.
Dog is Licking Itself Raw?
My dog has many allergies airborne and food wise. We have switched him to Diamonds all natural lamb and rice. Made a huge difference. We also add 1 TBSP of plain yogurt with live cultures to his food. (He is 82 lbs) so adjust accordingly. Though yogurt will...
Barbecue Fork Converted to Back Scratcher
I have had my three bamboo back scratcher for about 20 years now and they are great. Very strong and inexpensive, I think I paid about $1.00 each. Psoriasis (sp?) is a an annoying thing. Unfortunate for me my back is covered with it.
Removing Burnt Spaghetti Sauce From Pan?
Use hot water and dry dishwasher soap, about a teaspoonful. Bring up to simmer for a minute or so let it sit for a few minutes and it comes right out. This solution cleans like a dream. I cleaned my stainless steel electric Farbarware skillet this way just...
Removing Petroleum Based Solvent Odor from Clothing?
My DH works in a commercial kitchen and his clothes reek of cooking oil. I found a tip (I believe on Thriftyfun.com) to wash the clothes using a tablespoon or two of powder dishwashing soap. He puts in the following: Oxy Clean 1 scoop Tide 1 scoop Dry cascade...
Cat with Urinary Tract Infection?
Hello, Just a little about hyperthyroidism in cats. My cat was dx about 3 years ago and what it does is make every thing race inside the body and damages the organs, the heart works 3x as hard and they tend to lose weight and it also is severely damaging to...
Attach Child's Picture to Gift
What a lovely idea. I will share it with my sisters who will hopefully soon be Grandmas. LOL.
Washing Machine Isn't Filling With Water?
If the water is running into the machine but is just not filling, then the hose in the back to pump the water out is pushed to far into the pipe, see if you can pull it up a bit. This happened to me and I was flipping out. Source: hours of searching the internet...
Low Cost Veterinary Practice Near Pacoima, California?
Holiday Humane Society Clinic Inc Address: 7301 Fulton Avenue North Hollywood, CA 91605-4114 (818) 765-8196 I just googled it. It seems to be about 10 to 15 minutes from where you are. Call right away for an appointment.
Ziggy (Abyssinian)
He is beautiful. I dont want to be the voice of doom, but perhaps the voice of precaution. We had an Abby and he developed renal failure when he was 15 yrs old. We found out at that time that this is common for Abbys. So I would suggest blood work at least...
Iron Waxed Paper Together for Wider Sheets
Wow, I forgot all about the waxpaper fall leaves placemats, thanks for the memory.
Buying a Round Fitted Christmas Tablecloth?
Try Walter Dake catalog or carol wright catalog. I know they have several selections of everyday ones. They may have a Christmas one. Good luck.
Use Plastic Bag to Help Put Lace Curtain on Rod
This is a great idea, I wish I had known it when Grandma had us change the curtains in every room fall and spring. What a lot of work. Thanks for the tip!
Rainy Day Gift
What a cute idea. You could also do it with homemade coupons for the money challenged ;) Or it would be cute as a Bridal shower gift and you could collect favorite recipes ahead of time from the guests and and attach them the same way. For a baby shower you...
Clover-Shaped Casserole Cozy?
I found this here on Thrifyfun.com is this what you are looking for? http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf12182982.tip.html This link gives a link to get the pattern or so it says. Good luck!
Clover-Shaped Casserole Cozy?
I found it! It is on a 16 year olds blog. http://elisabeth-dixiedoodles.blogspot.com/2008/04/cozy-toter-casserole-dish-carrier.html Here are some other things from where I initially found her site: http://tipnut.com/category/crafts/sewing/page/5/
What Breed is My Dog?
What a pretty dog you do have!!! She looks like a corgi mix. I just did a google image search on corgi mix and your doggie looks like a corgi lab mix.
Recommendations for Mattresses?
We got an SAT bed about 3 years ago. We both love it. They are expensive, but they are great. Better than temperpedic and serta and number beds. You get a 90 day in home trial. I am going to miss my bed when I have to go take care of my sister for several months...
Finding a Reasonably Priced Wedding Venue and Caterer?
Try local Golf or Country Clubs. Here is one I found in your area on google maps: http://www.mountainbranch.com/homepage/start_page.php Mountain Branch * 1827 Mountain Road * Joppa, MD 21085 * (877) 588-1492 Plan a party! Whether youre having a wedding, milestone...
Peeling Fingernails?
I have always had strong hard nails, well lately they are just snapping and peeling and breaking off in chunks or layers. I have been dx with osteoporosis and several other arthitis issues. The specialist told me about a product called appearex for nails (has...
Product Review: PediPaws?
My husband has been using a dremel for years and years. Dogs dont care for it but thats okay he is the boss and they just do it. Much nicer than the clipping.
Does My Dog Sleep Too Much?
I dont want to be an alarmist but, I looked this information up a few months back as it was happening to my dog. http://www.ehow.com/facts_5505632_side-effects-advantage-flea-medication.html I chose to put a collar on the dog called preventic from the vet. Within...
Barkley (Pointer, Lab) and Petey (Boxer Mix)
Barkley cant get past the retriever in him? LOL How adorable they are. Petey is a sweety. I love them both. Take good care of them. I love how they bring us countless hours of joy just by being themselves.
Making Vintage Dolls (Southern Belles)?
Michaels Craft store had them a few years back. I had to pick them up for Mom, she made one of these dolls for each of her 5 granddaughters. She picked out ones that matched each childs hair color. Good luck.
Corn Maze Birthday Party
This sounds like a blast! I would have loved to see pictures of this. Is it just for adults or kids too?
Making Underwear Out of Recycled Clothing?
Now first let me say, I have no clue how to sew. This is second hand from my mother. She tells me the best way it to take an old piece of clothing that fits you and you love, take it apart and lay it out on a paper bag to make pattern pieces cut it out and...
Keep Old Vacuum Tools
I do this too. We like the electolux power head better than the rainbow. So we had the vacuum guy convert it over for us on the plug in portion. It is great. Then I kept the old rainbow head to do the beds only. I have all the poles and hoses. It is great to...
Dog Has Soft Stool With Mucus?
I agree with all the others, you do need to take a sample to the vet to rule out parasites. My dog has been doing this for more than a year. We have discovered that he has allergies and they seem to cause him irritable bowl, a red sore anus to be exact. This...
Give Savings Bonds for Christmas
Years ago bonds continued to earn interest even after their mature date. I am not sure I believe these were EE Bonds. The bonds they have now Mature at the face value of the bond and earn nothing more after that. So please ask at the bank about that first. Now...
Steam Cleaning Floors?
I love my steam cleaner. It is one of the best purchases I made. I recommended the same one to a coworker and she loves it too. She has two little ones and they are always on the floor. It is the McCulloch Steam cleaner, it is yellow canister holds plenty of...
Listing a Vacation Rental?
Try listing with VRBO http://www.vrbo.com/ Vacation Rentals by Owner Great website. Good luck.
Dogs and Lawn Pesticides?
Some bug products get stronger with water. I would call the 800 number on the package or look them up on internet and get information from them. I would also call my vet and see what they say. On an aside, I looked up this further info for my sister as her...
Dog Scratching, Food Allergy?
Yes! I have been doing research on this same type of thing and I found a lovely woman to help me at place called Paws something or other. She is here in Venice FL She has a little store and what she does is talk to you and find out what is going on with the...
Thinning Hair from Pulling it Back?
I am experiencing hair loss myself. The Arthritis doctor went over all of my blood work and she told me to take appearax for nails only double the dose for hair loss. If you look it up on line you will find info regarding this. I am going tomorrow to get some...
Cleaning Red Stain on Linoleum Floor?
This is weeks late in coming. But it maybe a form of mold growing up from under the flooring. It has happened in my Moms bathroom after a minor flood. We got up all the water and dried everything and then a while later this spot appears it is a mishappen crecsent...
Making "Jesus" Sandals?
How about cheapo flip flops from the dollar store in black or brown and then get some brown ribbon and staple to the sides of the flip flops (no pain for the wearer that way) and make the criss crossing come up through the existing top part of the flip flop...
Home Remedies for Stomach Aches?
Please list more symptoms. Such as bloating, burning how soon after you eat and what type of foods are you consuming? I am having trouble digesting fiber. Raw veggies are horrible for me at this time. Doc also believes I may have an ulcer. I am following a...
Shower Smells Like Rotten Eggs?
We were getting that on and off for about a month and then 2 days ago the lines backed up and nasty crappola was in the shower. Oh boy was it a mess. Had to call the plumber we had a clog between the house and the sewer. Our master bath was the lowest point...
Dog is Lethargic After Using Frontline?
I would call the vet and find out what to wash her with to get this poisin off her body. My dog almost died last Friday. We put a product bought at the vets office, called preventic on him. It is a tick collar. My husband wanted to do the frontline and I said...
Inexpensive Birthday Ideas?
At my nieces 14th birthday we had a Water balloon tossl, which is fun especially in the summer. You would have to make a variation of the game as there are only 3 playing but have extra balloons filled for the fun of just throwing them at each other. Or you...
Removing Cat Spray Odor from Sneakers?
Product called Kids N Pets sold at WalMart (at least this is where I buy it.) It works, I got cat urine out of my leather sofa, my beautiful mauve carpet and it works great on a mattress. This stuff is always in my house between two geriatric pets I have. That...
My Frugal Life: Recession? What Recession?
I agree that people are whining about it and yet still not paying attention to what they are spending. I have always watched how I spend and how to save and to keep costs down. I have never lived High on the Hog (my Moms expression). Yet this recession is hitting...
Cat Urine Odor on Wood Cabinets?
KidsNPets works. I have only found it at Walmart in the laundry soap dish soap aisle. It will remove the smell completely. I cannot live without it. I have 2 elderly cats and they have mistakes. It is also endorsed by Animal Planet. Try it you will love it...
Washing With a Broken Arm
What a brilliant idea. Most people dont realize how difficult something like this is. Good for you and thanks for sharing!
Housewarming Gift Ideas?
A different tactic to take and its fun! The Italian and a lot of the old countries had customs like these. We always gave bread, salt, and a broom. Mom would make a little gift basket and put in a loaf of Italian bread (readily available in NY), a box of salt...
Facial Redness?
This is copied directly from a web site: Rosacea (pronounced roh-ZAY-sha) is a chronic and potentially life-disruptive disorder primarily of the facial skin, often characterized by flare-ups and remissions. Rosacea affects mostly adults, usually people with...
Clean Refrigerator Drawers and Shelves in Dishwasher
My husband and I have been doing this for years. We had a side by side and a regular fridge that has the split shelves. If you are worried about it being dishwasher safe just dont set the drying on the machine. Makes cleaing the fridge a breeze.
Clean Refrigerator Drawers and Shelves in Dishwasher
My husband and I have been doing this for years. We had a side by side and a regular fridge that has the split shelves. If you are worried about it being dishwasher safe just dontt set the drying on the machine. Makes cleaing the fridge a breeze.
GT Xpress 101 Reviews?
My Mom ordered it, they charged her some absurd amount for shipping. The item was flimsy and not worth the money. I called the company and guess what... to order it you are calling within our country, to return you are calling the Phillipines. Customer service...
Getting Rid of a Boil?
This works with most boils. Make a cup of tea. regular tea like lipton. NOT an herbal tea. Now after the tea steeps remove the bag squeeze it out so it is not dripping and place over the boil. Take it on and off as it maybe be a little too hot at first. When...
Use Plastic Tablecloth Under a Decorative Tablecloth
I have a glass top table and here is what I did to protect it. I bought off white acrylic fleece, doubled it and placed this on top of the table, then placed a piece of clear plastic tablecloth to fit right over it with about 4 inch hang on all sides (my husband...
Vacation Ideas in the US for Under $4000
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I suggest the seacoast of Maine, it is beautiful. I also recommend the disney packages. There are island trips as well. Canada and Nova Scotia is supposed to be beautiful as well as the thousand Islands in Canada. How about the Grand canyon? Send this week...
