Homemade Chili Seasoning Recipe?I would like a recipe that I can prep in a large batch to use when making chili, similar to the packets of chili seasoning I buy at the store.
Camouflaging Ugly Dog Crates?I have 2 very ugly rather large dog crates residing in my family room. Any ideas to camouflage these would be great.
Using Other Soaps in Place of Dawn?There are lots of hints referencing Blue Dawn. Will other liquid dish soap work just as well? Why or why not?
Geranium Not Flowering?I have a gigantic geranium, but it isn't flowering. The foliage is huge and healthy, but no flowers. What kind of fertilizer? or does it need it?
Getting Rid of Fleas in Outdoor Dog Run?I need help dealing with fleas in the outdoor dog run. It is covered with wood mulch. The dogs also have access to a limited part of the garage which will be easier to deal with. Is diatomaceous earth of any use? Flea baths and topical flea meds are scheduled.
Recipes Using Jellied Cranberry Sauce?I have a couple of cans of jellied cranberry sauce in pantry. What can I make with them?
Zebra Pattern Frosted Brownies?I volunteer at a zoo and would like to bring "zebra brownies" to our next volunteer meeting. I am trying to figure out to to put a zebra pattern (edible) on top of a pan of brownies. Any suggestions on what to use to do this? The easier the better, please.
Using Unsalted Butter?Why do so many recipes call for unsalted butter then add butter into the recipe or batter. I can usually find salted butter much cheaper than unsalted?
Pirate Theme Attire for Wedding?I received a wedding invite stating "Pirate attire will be required".
Rusty Cast Iron Pans?How do I remove rust from a cast iron Dutch oven?
Zucchini Not Setting Fruit?My zucchini is growing lots of big bushy leaves and lots of blossoms, but none of those blossoms are growing into veggies. Why? I would welcome any advice.
Is Homemade Flavored Olive Oil Safe?Homemade Flavored Olive Oil. I was given a bottle of homemade flavored (herbs and garlic) olive oil for Christmas. The friend who made it states it has not been refrigerated. Is this safe to consume?
Insulating Sliding Glass Doors Inexpensively?One wall of my bedroom has sliding glass doors and it gets really cold at nite. I cannot afford to replace them. What can I use to sort of insulate the doors so as not to freeze at nite?
Keeping Bedsheets in Place?I am a very restless sleeper and every morning I have to remake the bed completely, i.e. rearrange all the sheets. I tried the sheet strap things from a store and they are not any help.
Recipes for an All Women Super Bowl Party?I am going to a Super Bowl Party with all women. I am looking for an easy recipe that looks impressive that will appeal to gals. I really can't see us eating brats and beer!
Shopping for Inexpensive Engraved Pet ID Tags?Does anyone have a source for free/cheap engraved pet ID tags?
Giving Cookies as Gifts?Giving Cookies as Gifts. I have done a lot of cookie baking. I would like suggestions on how to present these gifts.
Homemade Jet Dry Recipe?I just got a new dishwasher and it recommends using a Jet Dry type of solution for best results. Is there a way to make a homemade or very inexpensive solution?
Rate to Charge for Overnite Childcare?As a nanny my rate is $15/hr. Occasionally clients want me to sleep over. What is an appropriate rate for sleeping over?
Bar Mitzvah and Graduation Gift Ideas?My niece is graduating high school and my nephew will be Bar Mitzvah this June. Both occasions call for gifts, but being on disability, my funds are very, very tight. Any suggestions?
Unique 50th Birthday Gift Ideas?A favorite relative will be celebrating a 50th birthday this spring. She adores hummingbirds and has all sorts of hummingbird "stuff" in her house. I need a suggestion for an inexpensive gift that will be unique and awesome! It doesn't have to be hummingbird theme.
Homemade Chili Seasoning Mix?I make a lot of chili and often use the little packets of chili seasoning for a quick seasoning. I would like a recipe to make up a large batch to have at hand to quickly season a pot of chili. When I have to pull out a dozen ingredients to season something I tend to just go with a mix.
Using Rotary Brand Sewing Machine?I was given a very heavy Rotary sewing machine. It is vintage, I think. It seems to be able to embroider with 2 spools of thread. I have no manual and I can't figure how to use it. Any suggestion?
Growing Zucchini in a Pot?How can I grow zucchini in a pot? Won't the fruit fall off the vine from its own weight? Do I need to grow 2 plants together?
Sugar-free Easter Dinner Dessert?I need a great sugar-free dessert to take to Easter dinner!
Help Doing Things Opposite Handed?I just broke my right arm and of course, am right handed. I am typing with my left. Everything is so hard to do. Any suggestions on ways to do more things with my non-dominant hand only, will be appreciated.