Keeping Track of Screws When Assembling a Treadmill
i had to assemble a sewing cabinet. i used a cupcake baking pan for all the different screws and parts
Freezing Guacamole for Breakfast Wraps
avocado freezes well. we used to have relatives send them from California in 50 lb or so and work them up with a bit of lime juice or tajin and freeze the whole batch in individual packets. I knew this because in the 70s i worked in a Mexican restaurant where...
The Nitty Gritty On Peeling Boiled Eggs
I put a bit of baking soda in when boiling and cool them with cold tap water. then when they are cool enough to handle i really crush the shell starting at the small end. when a little bit pops off i squeese the whole thing out. I often boil eggs the same day...
Shrimp Ceviche
real ceviche is made using raw seafood. you dont cook it first the lime juice does the job
Finding the On/Off Switch on Elgin Sewing Machine?
where you find two plugs, one is for the light and the other is for the motor. unplug them and switch where they are plugged in. then plug the main plug in to your outlet and it should only run when you press the footfeed
Coconut Custard Pie
sorry. that recipe is for coconut pudding pie. custard is cooked in the pie shell like pumpkin pie
Getting Rid of Ants in the Kitchen?
when apple cider or any other vinegar with color dries it leaves a stain and is almost impossible to clean for repelling insects and ants etc use pure white vinegar
Necchi Sewing Machine Stuck in Reverse?
Its a common problem and you should try working the control back and forth and check under to see if thread or lint is stuck in any of the gears. put oil in where recommended. If all else fails take it out to a well ventilated area and soak it down with Tri...
Peeling Egg Shells
add a little baking soda to the cooking water and they will almost peel themselves!
Bedroom Feels Damp?
I think the calcium chloride in damp rid just melts and turns to liquiud when exposed to air. I have accidentally spilled it before and that stuff is not water, but a sticky syrupy feeling compound that no amount of wiping will get up. I finally had to resort...
Saving Money on Canning Supplies
only use jars that have mason molded into the glass. If they have that they are safe to use for canning as long as they are in perfect shape. sometimes I clean out the little candle jars from dollar tree after I have enjoyed the candle and use them to can in...
