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Hot Cross BunsHot Cross buns have long been a symbol of Good Friday. Today they are sold in bake shops and supermarket bakeries throughout the Easter season. Each bun has an icing cross on top to signify the crucifixion.
Caramel Sauce for Ice CreamMelt butter in big dish. Add remaining ingredients. Stir. Microwave 6 minutes on high. Delicious! Store in quart jar in refrigerator.
Saving Chicken Breast Bones for SoupWhen I fix chicken breasts and I do fix them often, I cut the meat off to use in boneless recipes. I leave a small amount of meat on the bones and freeze 6 or so of the boned out breasts in a freezer bag.
Making Your Own Party Favors Goodie Bags Out Juice BoxesHaving a party for your child or making goodies for child's classmates? Save your snack size juice boxes, cut off the top, cover them with construction paper, decorate however you like and add a pipe cleaner for the handle.
Keeping Air out of the Paint CansPutting a partially filled balloon into paint cans that have been partially used or emptied will keep the air out of the can and prevent the paint from forming a skin or harding in the can.
Stretching Fresh MilkTo make milk stretch further, I use both regular (refrigerated fresh) milk and powdered milk. My family did not like the taste of powdered milk alone, so I split a gallon of fresh milk in half...
Substitution for VanillaRecipe calls for vanilla and you don't have any? I use pancake syrup or Karo syrup in place of the vanilla. Works great, tastes great!
Before Leaning Ladder Against The HousePut old socks on the end top of your ladder before leaning it against the side of your house. This will help prevent scratches from the metal at top of the ladder. Some ladders have some type of built-in protection, but many older ladders don't.
Keep Receipts & Watch For Sale PricesIf you take your register receipt back to customer service, most times they will refund the difference. Check with the stores to find out what time frame that store allows, then make a note of it for future reference. Be as prompt as you can on requesting refunds.
Ice Tea for TravelingWhen we travel, we drink iced tea. Buying bottled tea is expensive. We save our empty soda bottles and fill them with tea we make at home. Then, we just throw them in the cooler and we're ready to go, at a fraction of the cost. We also, do this with water.
Make Your Own "No More Tangles" Leave in Conditioning SprayMake your own "No More Tangles" leave in conditioning spray: use a small spray bottle (old hair spray bottle is fine), and for normal hair use 1 part regular hair conditioner to 3 parts water, shake well and it is ready to use.
Cooking On a Model A Ford's Manifold?We hav a 1929 Model A Ford. Does anyone have recipes for cooking food on your manifold? We are aware of Manifold Destiny, but are looking for something a little more basic. Thanks,
Cleaning The Insides Of Leather Jackets?I bought some second-hand leather jackets and need an inexpensive way to clean the insides.
How to Remove Liquid Makeup from a Cotton Shirt?I spilt liquid makeup on my shirt which l do love so much and cannot get the stain out. l tried everything and even bleached the shirt and two little stains are still there.
Planting Trees In Clay Soil?We have a cabin in West Virginia and I want to plant some trees but have no clue what type are best. We have clay soil. Hope someone can help.
Alternative Uses for Hair Conditioner?Uses for hair conditioner, other than using in your hair. Post your ideas.
Spice Up a Bowling Birthday Party?My name is Caitlin and my birthday is on April 7. I have NO idea on what to do for my birthday, and I want to make it special. Last year I had my birthday at my house and it was okay, but all we did was have water fights and do arts and crafts. This year I am inviting guys and I need a GREAT party idea. I want to go canoeing but that is too expensive. I was then thinking bowling, but how can I spice up the bowling to make it a whole lot funner? I really don't want a party at home this year. HELP!
Red Cream Soda on Dry Clean Only Wool Coat?Four cans of red cream soda exploded on my brand new camel colored wool coat. I took it to the dry cleaners the following morning and it was returned with red stains all over.
Heating Advice For A Drafty Farm House?My elderly mother lives in the country in an old, drafty farm house and heats with a wood stove since she is on a fixed income. She is getting to the point of not being able to handle the wood.
