Making A Fabric Purse
Here are directions for making a tote bag style purse out of cordoroy: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/159520/how_to_make_a_tote_bag.html?cat=46
Paper Or Plastic Bags?
Here are directions for making your own reusable shopping bag: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/800597/making_your_own_reusable_shopping_bag.html?cat=6
Creamy Peanut Butter Pie?
I use 8 ounces of cream cheese, 8 ounces of whipped topping, about a half a cup of peanut butter, and about 1/3 cup granulated sugar. Whip it all up and pour it into a graham cracker crust (I like the chocolate ones too.)
Cat is Urinating in the Bathtub?
I just love the balloon idea! I have a female cat who likes to poop in the bathtub. If we close the door, shell just go on the throw rug in the guest room. We have 2 litter boxes for one cat, but she still likes to use the tub once in a while. We close her...
Gift Ideas for Children in Another Country?
I looked high and low for gifts to take to a friend in Singapore. Its hard to find small toys made in the USA. I ended up with Wooly Willy that I found in a small specialty toy store. Here is a link to see what it is: http://www.amazon.com/Original-Wooly-Willy...?tag=thrif06-20
Waterfall Cat Waterer
My old cat drank out of a fountain for years. She died at age 19. My new kitty (now 2 1/2) loves to drink from the same fountain. I add a few ounces of water every day to keep it full and I clean it out once in a blue moon. Also, the kitty water fountains come...
Growing: Rosemary?
I dug mine up and potted it last fall. Its looking good and blooming. Ill plant it back outside soon.
Butter Pecan Popcorn
I just made this (using butterscotch pudding) and it is good. However, there are preservatives in the pudding mix.
Sunken Spots in Pillow-Top Mattress?
We have a Sealy mattress like the one you described ~ pillow top and cannot be turned over. It has a 10 year warranty. After 3 years, we had to have it replaced. After another 2 years, its due to be replaced again. Switching end to end doesnt help...it just...
Very Few Iris Blooms?
As Joyce said, the rhizomes need to be close to the surface...even showing a little. Most people have a tendency to plant too deep.
Soy Milk Vs. 1% Milk?
Soy milk does have a substantial amount of calcium. These links have the specific information youre looking for. Basically, 1% milk and light soy milk have the same amount of calcium, and light soy milk has less calories. 1% milk info: http://www.thedailyplate...
What Is This Kitchen Tool Used For?
Yep. I agree with Sara. I think its a bakers roller. I have one made out of wood. I use it to help stretch pizza dough and to even out pie crust right in the pie plate. Its small enough to get into the corners. HTH
Looking For 20 Mule Team Borax?
I have found it at several grocerie stores. Its in the laundry aisle on the top shelf.
Frugal Wedding Gift Ideas?
I buy a nice picture frame and frame the invitation. Another idea is to buy a nice American flag.
Traveling to Yellowstone and Mt. Rushmore?
Add my 2¢ worth for Devils Tower, the bad lands, and Wall Drug. Also, take drive around the Wild Life Loop, and sign up for the Chuck Wagon Dinner. Its a little pricey, but well worth it!
Weaning a Breast Fed Baby Who Refuses Formula?
May I ask if there is a specific reason why you need to wean the baby? If there is nothing pressing...like you starting back to work or a medical problem...I would say to just continue breastfeeding for a couple more months, or until the baby is ready.
Recipes for Peanut Butter and Coconut Cream Eggs?
These are more like mounds: 1 # coconut some marshmallow fluff some light corn syrup Add equal amounts of fluff and corn syrup until the mixture can be formed into balls. Coat wih chocolate.
Good Dog For Apartment Living?
I have a Cardigan Welsh Corgi. Although a corgi is a little over your weight requirements, they are the BEST dogs! I agree with Casey...Ive never met a bad corgi.
Keep Your Purse Safe When Dining Out
Another place to be careful is at the store. I frequently see opened purses sitting in the child seats of carts. The shopper is often several feet away, with her back to the cart. It would be SO easy to lift something from the purse and keep right on walking...
Saving Prepackaged Salad Mix
I cut a little slit in one end of the strip I cut off (kind of like a button hole). Then, I thread the other end through the slit and pull. It seals the bag tight, and is easy to reopen. I also do that with frozen vegetable bags when I dont use the whole bag...
Wintering Annuals?
I just leave my geraniums in pots and bring them in. I put them in a sunny window and water them all winter. They stay nice and green all winter, and are happy to be planted in the spring. Ive tried over-wintering by the other methods suggested, but have never...
Gift Ideas for a Child Undergoing Chemotherapy?
Do you remember Woolie Willie? Its an inexpensive, small, quiet toy that will help pass time. Its made in the USA. Heres a link: http://www.smethporttoy.com/
Rural Work at Home Ideas?
There are many sites on the Internet that publish articles you write. Even if you have no desire to write, give this a chance. A friend suggested it to me, and I gave it a whirl. Its up to you how much you write and how much you make. Honestly, as long as you...
Grass Stains on Denim?
Spray a little window cleaner on the spot and rub. (I use a toothbrush and scrub.) Wash as usual. hard to believe, but it really works.
Who Makes Store Brands?
Several years ago, I went on a tour at Andersons Pretzel factory in Pennsylvania. They make pretzels for many different companys, including Slim Fast. The only difference was that the Slim Fast pretzels were in teeny tiny packages. I buy Andersons pretzels...
Dual Flush Toilets
eliphaz...I sent a message to you.. The brand I have (which is the only one I am familiar with) is Toto. Very sleek looking, and efficient.
Mattress Reviews and Advice?
We have a Sealy Postropedic with a 10 year warrently. We had it replaced after 2.5 years.... and it needs to be replaced again after another 1.5 years.
Making a Footbag or Hacky Sack?
Heres a really good pattern for making a hacky sack. This one is sewn out of fabric. http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/159352/how_to_make_a_hacky_sack.html?image=59332&cat=24
Candles With Strong Fragrances?
Try this: http://northlandcandlecompany.com/products.htm Ive only tried the chocolate one, but every time I burn it, it smells like Im baking brownies! They are a soy blend.
