July 12, 2007

Scoops of Ice Cream PieSoften 1 pint of ice cream.combine the cookie crumbs, nuts and butter. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of a 9 inch pie plate. Spread with the softened ice cream.

 

Turkey Stuffing Roll-UpsEnjoy turkey and stuffing anytime in this easy baked dish!

 

Barbecued Country RibsIn a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Add rib pieces; shake to coat. In a pressure cooker, brown meat on all sides in oil; drain. Combine the water, ketchup, chili powder and hot pepper sauce; pour over ribs.

 

Peanut Butter PancakesIn a bowl, combine pancake mix and sugar. In a small bowl, beat egg and peanut butter; add milk and water. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened.

 

No-Bake Cheesecake PieIn a heavy saucepan, melt chips over medium-low heat; stir until smooth. Remove from heat; stir in cream cheese until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Pour into the crust.

 

Grilled Seasoned ShrimpPeel and devein shrimp leaving tails intact, if desired. Coat a grill rack with nonstick cooking spray before starting grill. Grill shrimp, covered, over indirect medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until shrimp turns pink.

 

Malted Milk CookiesIn a mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugars. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, drink mix, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture.

 

Waffles for Grilled SandwichesI planned to have sandwiches and soup for dinner last night. We were in the midst of another downpour so I did not want to head out to the store. I decided to use some waffles that were in the freezer for our bread.

 

Birdhouse and Tea RoseThis birdhouse was constructed from an old barn that was torn down, the metal roof of the birdhouse is from the old barn also. This birdhouse sits on the deck ledge next to my beautiful tearose.

 

Mix Wall Repair Filler With Paint For Hiding PatchesWhen filling holes before painting, mix the filler with the paint instead of water. It will be easy to match the colour afterwards and the patch won't be so noticeable.

 

Use Vinegar And Apple Cider For Pet OdorsWhen animals soil the carpet, all you have to do from keeping them from soiling it again is use vinegar mixed with a bit of apple cider. Together, it eliminates the smell.

 

In Memory of DieselThis is a photo of a portrait in charcoal done by my son Nick of his pug Diesel. Unfortunately Diesel passed away suddenly at the age of 5 on June 17th.

 

Zhen's Rattle CubeI made this for my daughter when she was a few months old, and started to hold things and begin listening to sounds.

 

Hanging Pictures On DrywallWhat is the easiest way to hang and center a 8x10 inch picture on a dry wall? I am trying to hang a picture but the nail keeps sliding out.

 

Toddler Art GalleryWith a 2 year old son who is a prolific "colorer" and a fridge that is non-magnetic stainless, I had a dilemma on how to display my little artist's work.

 

Baby Shower Buggy FavorThis baby buggy is made from styrofoam egg cartons and only costs pennies to make. You can sit them on the tables at your baby shower and fill them with mints or little candy.

 

Ethan at His First Soccer GameThis is my grandson Ethan at his first soccer game. He is 4 yrs old and I think a little confused about what to do.

 

Managing Insect Pests in Vegetable GardensWhat are your tips for managing insect pests in your vegetable garden?

 

Use Small Portions On A Large Plate For Picky EatersIf your child is a poor eater, put their child size portion on a big dinner plate. That way it looks like you're only asking them to eat a little bit.

 

Bread Pudding Recipe With Cinnamon And Apples?I am looking for a recipe for bread pudding that uses cinnamon and apples. I had one once years ago and it was the BEST!

 

Cleaning A Dried Pet Stain?My puppy left an awful stain on my carpet! I've cleaned it up and even shampooed the spot but there is still a dark stain. Any ideas how to remove it?

 

Craft Ideas For Plaster Of Paris?Any ideas for crafts using Plaster of Paris? I have a container left over from a sculpture mold project. I am doing a slumber party this fall for my 7 year old daughter.

 

Mixing Sand Into Floor Paint For Better Traction?I've heard that you can either buy paint with sand mixed in or mix it yourself to keep it from being slick. I need instruction on how much and what kind of sand to mix with the paint because I've tried to find some in stores and have found none.

 

Preventing English Ivy From Climbing On Trees?I have read all the info on getting rid of English ivy and the salt, vinegar and soap sound good. My problem is, is that I can get rid of the ivy surrounding my fence but beyond my fence is what is called "common ground" between my house and the house below me and there is a lot of common ground that is completely full of the ivy.

 

Recipes For Rice Cookers Other Than Rice?I am looking for recipes for my new rice cooker. Does anyone have any recipes besides rices?

 

Cutting Mirrors At Home?I've been able to collect several unframed mirrors with a few chips and several wrong sizes. Before I spend time searching the Internet, has anyone had success in cutting mirror?

 

Bird Feed Mix With Seeds, Nuts And Fruit?I have 3 bird feeders in my garden, the birds go through the seed very quickly. Does anyone have a mix of seed that they make from bulk seeds and nut and dried fruit.

 

Teflon Pans In Oven Drawer?There is a fairly large drawer underneath the oven that can store pots and pans, are there certain pots, pans, racks or trays that I should or should not store underneath the oven?

 

Sewing Machine Patterns For Baby Moccasins?Does anyone have patterns for baby moccasins that are sewn on a sewing machine? I have the normal moccasin patterns that you sew by hand.

 

How To Make A Child's Play Crown?Does anyone have a pattern or set of instructions to make a child's crown (for dressing up, etc.)?

 

Static Shock From Shoes?I recently bought a pair of shoes that I thought had rubber soles. I keep getting shocked on the doorknobs at work so they must not be rubber.

 

Which Towel Dries Faster?Which one would dry faster? Take 2 flat towels, both washed and identical, hung to dry on a wire rack. Hang one from one end, lay the other flat. Both are in the same room.

 

Birthday Package Ideas for Navy Husband Overseas?My Husband is in the US Navy, and his birthday is August 13th. He is overseas and will be back in November. I need some good gift ideas. I want to send him a package, I just don't know what to send him.