Making Your Own Skin Care Products?
You can use glycerin and Vitamin E as a moisturizer, whipped egg white with oatmeal and any great herbs like lavender, lemon balm or mint for a mask, and sugar and Vitamin E as a scrub once to twice a week. And yes, witch hazel is really good as a toner, and...
Can Apartment Tenants Feed Wildlife on the Premises in Washington?
First, you dont own that apartment-you have to follow the rules. And if you are feeding them or taking turns, you are domesticating them. Not good. If you want to take the chance that the fleas they carry dont have plague and the whole pack is rabies and orinthosis...
Wildlife: Snapping Turtle
Is it me or is that poor turtle being tormented? He didnt ask to be aggravated. Lets hope your kid learns to leave nature where he found it, and not screw up the balance that nature sets!
Uses for Little Pieces of Soap?
If you use a double boiler, you can melt it down and form it into little ice or cookie molds. Then you can dress then up with nylon net or other stuff and make your presents like we used to!
Caring for a Young Puppy?
Pet stores have puppy formula, just like for babies. That works. My Pug?Boston (Bug) was sold at 5 weeks. She needed food often, and softened. But the formula is good too. That dog will want to be warm, and near your heart, so get ready! The bond never breaks...
Cleaning Dull Laminate Floors Without Vinegar?
Well, Orange Glo works and smells great, but I dont know about laminate-mine are real wood. I think they make a cleaner, but its pricey. You might add some essential oils to scent-maybe something from the dollar store-or even liquid potpourri. I use vinegar...
Lightening Hair with Hydrogen Peroxide?
My God-dont do it! Your next hairdresser (or your regular one) will freak out. We dont know what kind of perms/color you can use without being bald. Its not a beauty industry ploy, we really mean it. Most horror stories start with lemon juice, peroxide or sun...
Ants in Dishwasher?
If you see them there, there are a lot you dont see-you gotta find the source,and then your dishwasher will instantly come up ant free. It has nothing to do with clean-you have a way for them to get in! Its getting colder here-they want in.
Removing Pet Odor from Furniture?
Try vinegar water. My vet tech/trainer says its the same principle as the expensive stuff. It neutralizes the ammonia and prevents further territory marking.
Could This Be a Piano Stool?
It could be-my roommate was classically trained in Italy, and he says that most piano benches open up for sheet music. But I think youll have more luck with goolging piano benches. Rarely are the two sold separate. But, who knows?
Removing Odors from Linens?
Add about a half of baking soda. Use the hottest temperature and let it soak at least an hour, maybe overnight. Color safe bleach might help to, but I know baking soda will help.
Using an Aluminum Espresso Maker on a Ceramic Stovetop?
Glass breaks at a certain temp. If they tell you not to, you really shouldnt. Youll void both warranties if you do.
Hair Products Have Faded My Leather Furniture?
Its leather right? Why not polish it like you would shoes? Just make sure you buff it off so your clothes dont get stained. It is probably oil, not hair products. I never saw one in the salon discolor and I worked in alot of them.
Sleeping Problems Caused By Menopause?
It may not be menopause-the body starts to cycle in the 30s and sleep less. No one knows why, but by the time you reach 80 you only get about 10 minutes of REM sleep a night. The best thing without using RXs is Benadryl.
Remembering 9-11-01
I think we remember, because we are losing people to Iraq every day. We need to move on, and stop being afraid of speaking out and getting out of there. Iraq had nothing to do with this and my generation is being ripped up over it. Enough with perversion about...
Cleaning Plastic Outdoor Furniture?
You can use the erasers, or scrub with sudsy pine sol water, but if you paint them, you must get paint just for plastic.
Use Less Shampoo By Avoiding "Repeat"
I think youre the victim of an urban legend. While short hair or hair shampooed daily is fine with one shampoo, even hairdressers (like me) shampoo twice. The first time is to remove soil and whatnot like product and oil. The second is to really cleanse the...
Reusing Wine Boxes
Well, try a wine store. they are always looking to get rid of wine boxes. Also, if toy have a Trader Joes. They have tons.
Soil Seems to Be Falling Out of Potted Plant?
Being root-bound is probably the case. The plant needs to be split. Also consider that water may be soaking in and then overflowing.
Removing Ink from Old Paper?
Use lighter fluid. My friend owns a bookstore, and another a antique store. Use it sparingly, and try it on the most inconspicuous spot.
Does Dog Urine Stain Hardwood?
Every time that your dog goes into the yard and does the deed, immediately hand her/him a treat. This only takes four or five times. I broke two in a week with this. You can pick up underpads in the incontinence section of discount stores and place them by...
Vitamin E for Skin Conditions
Thats different, because the AMA found recently that Vitamin E can prevent lung cancer in smokers. Perhaps this has some thing to do with chemo, or a specific condition. Just because it is on the shelf doesnt mean everyone can take it!
Tide-To-Go Pen Left Yellow Stain On Clothing?
I think that your best bet (if Tide cant tell you) is to get RIT color remover-about $3 in discount stores. I do my white shirts every so often (my red hair color makes a ring around the collar). Its not whitener, it is color remover. Cant hurt, right?
Repairing Scratches on Mirrors?
No, it does not. The scratch is probably in the amalgam, the coating on the back of the mirror. There is a spray made to fix it, or at at least there was, and it is available in craft stores.
Selling Vintage Comic Books?
Go to BONNETTS.com-They are local, but will price you over the phone or internet. Its a great family business that has been in one spot for three generations! The guys are so helpful, and their site and in-store toy collection is amazing
Bringing a Puppy on an Airplane?
I would ask the vet what to do-i dont always trust online stuff. Usually a regular vet that vaccinated the pup will give you a pretty cheap prescription over the phone!
Smaller Tiles on Wall to Match Floor?
Yeah-this is really a neat way to make it look like a decorator did it for you! Do what you want-the easiest stuff is often what looks best and unique.
Keeping Hair from Getting Tangled in a Necklace?
You can even try putting on a bit of tape-it wont hurt real gold!
Removing Hair Dye from Countertop?
As a blonde that is dyeing for intelligence, I feel your pain. I have struggled for a long time with this. My bathtub looks like we filmed a horror movie. What I found worked for me and 3 other false redheads was a bleach gel pen.
Help For Seniors Who Need Eyeglasses?
Start Google searches, because I know that many organizations do this. I want to say Lens Crafters collects glasses as well. The only thing is that blindness may not be stopped or reversed with glasses. I would say that the Aging committees offer some info...
Getting Rid of Cigarette Odors Outside?
If you really want it to leave, fill your ashtrays with Glade or Arm and Hammer powder carpet refresher. Baking soda extinguishes smoke, and the smell with it. When not smoking, the ashtrays of fresh powder should soak up the air. Oust works for air and fabrics
Shop Once a Week
Good thought-you also tend to eat more nutritiously if you arent picking up food from the gas station because you have nothing in the house!
Random Drug Testing for Teens
I hope you arent wrong, but you all seem to be on one side of this issue, and the truth is usually in the middle. Im not saying that you dont have the right or the responsibility to care for your children. That is a parents job. But if you have to randomly...
Training a Wolf Hybrid?
Ive heard of it being done, and of it failing. My vet trainer says it can be done, but is better with no children around. Also, your renters/homeowners insurance may not cover you.
Waterproof Mascara Recommendations?
This is another one that I say stop-dont do it! Waterproof mascara is bad for your eyes. If you get it in your eyes, your tears wont break it down and you get pink eye. Plus, it breaks your eyelashes off--they are very fine hair. Go middle of the road and use...
Brown Dots on My Car?
I think you might have luck with Mr. Clean bricks-they even have one for cars that are heavy duty. I know that lots of trees weep or drop sap. Pick a leaf and take it to a nursery-maybe if you know what it is, you can find out what to do about it.
Email Yourself Important Notes
Thats great until it crashes. I tape cards to a paper calender and add them to my cell phone as well. If three methods fail, it wasnt meant to be!
What Breed is My Dog?
I dont see Pit or Rottie; I see maybe German Shepard with some Labrador in him. Either way, he is a cutie.
What Breed is My Puppy?
I see Boxer and something I cant put my finger on. Maybe not a Pit (which arent the beasts Americans make them out to be). Maybe some type pf bull-like a French or a boston?
Crazy Glue on a Suede Sofa?
Nail glue and crazy glue are much the same. I know that acetone breaks down nail glue. Maybe try some with cotton swabs on a hidden spot and proceed cautiously. The fumes are STRONG!
Crayon on a Chalkboard?
The answer is actually probably Mr. Clean bricks. So far I have never come up against something they wouldnt handle. I would steer clear of acetone or polish remover; it eats about anything. You can still get Jubilee-it now comes in a spray form.
Getting Rid of Clogged Pores?
Beware acid on the skin! I was a skin care specialist before I got meningitis and ended up crippled. There are a lot of things that temporsrily shrink pores, but eat your skin in the long run. First, do not use soap, as it is the wrong PH for your skin. Choose...
Making Glasses Less Shiny?
If you take them back, you may void your warranty, so be sure that you take them to the person you bought them from and ask. High indexes are very fragile, so dont even think of taking anything to them. Time alone will wear them down, and youll wish before...
Cleaning Thermal Blackout Curtains?
An old collection of recipes I have says that to remove mildew from black fabric, hang it on a fence, turning it every hour or two on a sunny, dry day. You might use Febreeze or Lysol Spray after
Buying Directly from China?
I wont chastise you, but I will warn you that lead is totally fine in China, and a lot of people are shopping in Dollar Stores that get serviced by China, and lead poisoning causes (among other fun things) mental illness. Think about it. I lived in Asia for...
Manual for Prima Home Bakery Bread Machine #ABM6?
I bought a second hand bread maker with no manual and was able to find a recipe book that didnt specify by brand. Most are standard-just make sure your loaf size matches the recipe.
Dishwasher Leaves Food Particles on Top Rack?
You might have hard water. Rinse aid is the key, and the other option might be a water softener. Most companies test water for free.
Removing Nail Glue From Natural Nails?
DO NOT file it off! You are likely to go through your nail, and then they will be shot for months. I did skin, hair and nails for a living, and I will tell you the safest way. Get a tin of acetone at the hardware or beauty store ($5). Use a non-plastic bowl...
Carry an Empty Water Bottle Through Airport Security
That worked for me in Columbus, but on LuGardia said NO I think we still need some more practical flight security!
Take Seasonal Photos Of Your Home
My father is a builder and my mother is a veteran Realtor that quit the job because my father travels. This is so going to help with the houses they buy, remodel and re-sell. They do such a great job, prospective buyers should see it all the time!
Pay Off Your House
This is a thoughtful point, but if you have already been slammed by the economy, how do you do it? I dont have the money, and neither do my parents, who are financially stable. I will say that its a good plan, but not a very approachable one right now. Im still...
Install a Programmable Thermostat
You can have mine. The cost of batteries is annoying, and it keeps thinking we leave at 4am no matter how well I follow the instructions. Waking up to a 60 degree house is no fun. The delay is still there, you may just be more conscious of it. I hate it, and...
Saving On Electricity In The Summer
All these ideas are good, but my all black wardrobe gets ruined in the sun!
