February 16, 2005

Easy Chicken and NoodlesEasy to reheat and to freeze in zip-lock bag for later.

 

Luncheon Chicken CasseroleSimmer chicken with onion, celery, and garlic until tender. Cut meat from bones and cube. Combine soup, milk, Miracle Whip, for a sauce and mix in bowl with other ingredients. When ingredients are moist, put in a 9x13 inch sprayed pan and bake at 325 degrees for 45 minutes.

 

Nacho ChickenCombine flour and taco seasoning. Dip chicken breasts into flour mixture. Dip chicken breasts into melted butter or margarine until covered.

 

Seasoned Bread CrumbsDon't throw away stale bread! I freeze mine in resealable freezer bags until I have enough to make a batch of "SEASONED BREAD CRUMBS".

 

How To Make Your Workspace More Ergonomic

To prevent Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (or to lessen its effects if you are already suffering), try these simple things to make your workstation more ergonomic:

 

Preparing Your Home for DisastersThis is for all my Caribbean friends or anyone who is everyone living on this earth to at least prepare your home family in case stuff happens or an event of a hurricane or disaster.

 

Removing Permanent (Sharpie) Marker With GOO-GONEUse "Goo-Gone" to remove stubborn permanent marker from fabrics! I was amazed how well this product worked. Just dab on, let sit for a minute or two and dab off! The stains were completely gone! I wrote to them thanking them for saving my rocker set and they sent me a complimentary gift! It works great on all sticky surfaces and floors, too (scuffs, etc.) By Shannon

 

Pre-Pay For Veterinarian Service For Your PetsI have always struggled to come up with the money for my dogs' annual visit to the vet. I decided that I would pre-pay every month and create a credit balance with the vet. This seems to be working out. I have now paid off last year's services and have a credit balance towards this year's visit.

 

Drying Bath TowelsMy bath towels never completely dry out after use and soon develop that "dirty smell" after just one use. Problem solved! Hang them from a skirt hanger and place on the shower curtain rod to dry!

 

Free Copper WireI just found a way to get free copper wire. I went to a construction dumpster. The contractor has to pay by the pound to have it hauled awayl

 

Taking Great PhotosIngredients: One Willing Subject, One Camera, One Special Moment.

 

Front Closet Shoe OrganizerI built and installed a cheap cube style shoe shelf unit. I placed it into my front closet on the floor and designated everyone in the house a row for their own shoes.

 

Serena T. Dog (Black Labrador Retriever)This is Serena T. Dog (T. is for "The"). She's a one year old black lab that we rescued from the pound about six months ago. Serena likes to chase her ball and dig for moles. She came equipped with mange! If your dog has mange, don't go in for those special baths or dips that go for $40, they're smelly, messy and you have to repeat them 7 days later! We were able to get a special "flea" collar from the local vet that was treated for mange for about $17. No mess, no fussing, no bath! She just wore the collar for a couple months and bye-bye mange! By Tammy

 

Keeping Your Car CleanKeeping your car in tip top condition adds to its value in the long run. Here are some simple tips for keeping your car in tip top shape.

 

Plastic Wrap Bags for Kids PartyWhen you can't seem to find little bags to fix for a kids party, buy some colored saran wrap and put your candies in it and tie with a pretty ribbon. Works really well. By Sue

 

Customizing a Sweatshirt Collar?My mom is wanting to make a sweatshirt similar to some she has seen at craft shows. It's done with a regular sweatshirt, crew neck collar, but the collar is cut and sewn to make a two or three button placket opening. NOTE: Not the cut thru the front total cardigan effect, just a two or three button opening at the top. Any tips or how-tos? Thanks! Lauri from IL.

 

Removing Pee Smell From Fleece Fabric?Does anyone know how to get urine smells out of fleece? My son isn't night-time potty trained yet, and sometimes his diaper leaks. His fleece sleepwear and fleece blanket are both stinky even after having been washed twice.

 

Covering Pen Mark On Jeans? have a pen mark on my jeans which simply refuses to go away and I don't want to dispose off my jeans. Please give me few ideas to cover the mark. It's located just above the knee. Maybe a design or something with beads? Ellie from Colombo

 

Compact Carpet Scrubber Reviews?Just curious if anyone has used any of those small compact carpet spot scrubbers. Our 10 week old puppy is a mess and he has made everyone else in the house forget where their bathroom is (outside). I know housebreaking is a process but I don't have the energy or the time to drag the big carpet scleaner out every day. If anyone has had any experience with one of these please share any positive, negative and brand info. Thanks!! Rachlls in TX

 

2 Quart Crock Pot Recipes?Does anyone have any main dish recipes for a 2 quart crock pot? I have choir practice Wednesday nights and would love to leave him with a hot meal. danig1000