Ginger for the Holidays
I have a child thats allergic to artificial fragrances. Using fresh ginger sounds like a nice alternative. Thanks for the suggestion.
Cat Litter For Traction On Ice
Make sure its not a litter with ammonia as the freshness ingredient. Thats harmful to a lot of things.
Seashell Rose
These are amazingly beautiful. After 25 years of collecting shells from around the world this is the first time Im seen a shell craft that didnt make me think of cheap tourist attractions. Great work.
Making Throw Rugs from Potholders?
What a great idea! Id check the local thrift stores for potholders. I think youre right, it should be as simple as sewing the squares together. The only problem I could foresee is that the seams could be really thick and Im not sure trimming the excess would...
Trouble With 4H Projects?
The very reason we left 4H, nobody expected kids to really know anything. My daughter was in cooking, scary that people didnt think it was important to know the right way to clean a counter before you cook on it. Actually I agree on this point, make the pillows...
Preparing For A Winter Power Outage
When we were on Guam (typhon area, not ice) we learned to fill milk jugs with water and put them in the freezer to act like an old fashion ice box. Your milk did the same thing. Then we could keep the freezer cold longer and have extra drinking water as it...
Transport Salad Dressing In Recycled Water Bottle
This is a great idea. I know a few friends that can really use this one.
Looking for Fast Diet Pill?
Im with MCW. Your sister needs to decide if she wants to enjoy the next two months of preparing for her wedding, or ruin it by changing who she is. He loved her enough to propose to her, she shouldnt need to worry about it. If she wants to lose more then 10lbs...
Homemade Gift Ideas For Teenagers or Young Children?
Another really good (and easy) quilt idea is a t-shirt quilt. There are instructions all over the web. Pay attention to what they and their friends are wearing. My daughter and her friends are into the retro hippy look. They made blue jeans into bags, so Im...
Sunday School Craft?
You didnt mention the age of the class. But if they can answer questions on their own, they should be able to handle this. If you have the budget to buy picture frames, go for it. But if not, cut frames from cereal boxes. One piece for the front, one for a...
Locksmith Themed Christmas Parade Float Ideas?
...or unlocking the door to the toy room at the North Pole. Even the elves lose their keys How about Unlock the (spirit, joy, thrills) of Christmas or Family is the Key to a Happy Christmas (particularly good if its a family owned business). A tree decorated...
Suggestions For 4-H Craft Project?
We have been a part of 4H for 5 years. My husband was the arts and crafts fair superintendent. So this advise comes from knowledge and experience. Do what makes your daughters eyes light up. If you have to make her push through it and she hates it, its going...
Underwater Picture Scene Ideas?
On the fantasy underwater side, you could try an Atlantis theme. The lost underwater world. With crumbling columns (papermache). How about a seachest for the lady to sit on or the young man to rest his leg on? A fun thing to do with the rolls of blue craft...
Babysitting for Grieving Friends
Also housesitting during the funeral is a very good idea. There are tuely horrible people out there who read the obits and break into homes while families are at the funeral.
Table Centerpiece Suggestions For Navy Graduation Party?
Check out www.navy.com and www.goatlocker.org The second site is a Navy chief site and has lots of Navy history and information. Dont mix chief petty officer up with a Naval Officer. A chief is not an officer, he/she is enlisted. But the site has lots of cool...
How Old Should a Girl Be To Go Places On Her Own?
Heres a test. Ask your friends parents how they decide to give their kids freedoms. Maybe youll find out they dont have as much freedom as you think. Or maybe youll find out what your parents are looking for to give you more freedom. You dont tell us what your...
Pumpkins Turning Orange Early?
google growing giant pumpkins. See how they keep the pumpkins from rotting. Then scale it to your needs. Good luck
Reusing Wornout Capri Pants?
Let your imagination go wild. What do you need? How can this work towards filling that need? Christmas is coming. Who do you need a gift for? Pillows are a great idea for black linen. If you sew, you could use them to create a pattern to make another pair. Small...
Cheap Long Distance Calls From Mexico?
I have two suggestions. First: if who ever youre needing to be in contact with has a computer, make sure you both have instant messenger set up. Then you can talk over a computer. Youd be amazed where computers are popping up. Second: call your phone company...
Removing Crisco From Fabric?
And if all that doesnt work :), someone just recommend Tide w/bleach for colors. NOT BLEACH. I work in a hospital kitchen so my uniform can get pretty gross. She said it even got old stains out. Good luck
Dealing With a Nasty Boss?
Keep a record. Good days, bad days. Mark the calander. Is it daily? When she quips, politely say,I dont know how to take your comments? I want to do a good job, so please let me know if Im doing something wrong. Some people have weird humor or bad past employees...
Quick Weight Loss Tips?
Emily, the problem with blanket advise is we dont know what were covering. You mentioned school, high school or college? Ask your doctor or school nurse if there is a registered dietician you can talk to. Someone who can give you a plan thats about you and...
Hiding a House Key Outside?
I know this sounds silly, but carry it with you. I know a man that keeps a spare key in his wallet. Hide it in your car. Put it in a pill box in your purse. Make sure anyone who would need one has thier own key. If you hide a key then have to keep using it...
What is this plant? (Dieffenbachia)
This one seems to be identified, but for furture reference, you can call or visit your local cooperative extension office. Its listed in the phone book under the government pages. Mine is in the local government, but my Dads is in the state. So you may have...
Waterless Stacked Cooking?
Yes. Depends on the stove. If you do it all the time, but most people wont. We bought our set in the late 80s. The biggest money saver is that youre not buying piece after cheap piece. One pot may be $50 there but $10 at the cheepo store, but if you have to...
Buying and Preparing Exotic Fruit?
Ask the produce manager (the person doing the stocking may not know any more than you do, ask for the produce manager) Often when I ask about the taste and how to use it they will cut one open and let me try it. Ive even had them come out with information pamplets...
Organizing Sewing Projects
Good idea. Put the date you hang it up on the bag. How long are you willing to hang on to it?
Homemade Gift Ideas for Boys?
7 year old boy...yup...three words Bug collection kit: Fish tank net (you may be able to get something bigger at a dollar store, but I usually see these at garage sales for a dime) Clean, plastic jar with small holes in the top magnifing glass bug book (buy...
Moving a Washing Machine Down Stairs?
There are probably a lot of clever ideas out there, but Im with Dean, get a dolly. Go slow The frugal thing here is to protect your investment. Both in your machine and in your back.
Moving a Washing Machine Down Stairs?
There are probably a lot of clever ideas out there, but Im with Dean, get a dolly. Go slow The frugal thing here is to protect your investment. Both in your machine and in your back.
Saving Lemons Before They Go Bad
You can also freeze the zest of the lemons (or limes or oranges) for flavoring drinks or cooking.
