July 9, 2008

Banana Crunch CakeCombine margarine, frosting mix and oats in bowl, stirring until crumbly; set aside. Mix next 3 ingredients in large bowl until smooth.

 

Hunky Greasy Bread or Hungarian TurkeyMy husband is 1/2 Hungarian. During holidays we try to have this several times in the summer. It's called Hunky greasy bread or Hungarian Turkey. Here's how it goes:

 

Deeli's Asparagus SaladSnap off and discard the tough ends of asparagus. Snap each spear into three or four pieces. Bring a medium pot of water to boil (salted if desired).

 

Burrito BakeA Mexican style casserole that is easy to prepare.

 

Chocolate Potato Bon BonsThis is a recipe from when I was a kid that I would sit and do with my grandmother. Very yummy! We would also make them up for my grandfather who was a diabetic. So he could have a treat.

 

Breakfast SandwichDissolve yeast in 1/4 cup lukewarm water. Sift dry ingredients together int bowl. Cut in shortening until crumbly. Stir in buttermilk and yeast.

 

Cherry CrunchMix pie filling and cherries. Spread in 8x8-inch baking pan. Mix Bisquick, nuts, sugar, cinnamon.

 

Mexican Onion DishCombine onion, soup, chili sauce and 2/3 cup water in bowl, mixing well.

 

Quick Emergency Relief for Bug BitesJune, July and August are warm days of summer for people and a smorgasbord of human legs and arms and bodies for bugs.

 

Watercolor NotecardsI create hand-cut and assembled watercolor notecards with matching envelopes. Each design is one of a kind and can be adapted to any color scheme or theme.

 

Ask Wal-Mart to Match the PriceI'm limited to where I can afford to shop. Since we get our prescriptions at Wal-mart I do most of my grocery shopping there. If a different store has item on sale that I need and Wal-mart is higher in price I have Wal-mart match the other store price. It really helps out a lot.

 

Refilling Dawn Direct FoamI was curious about Dawn Direct Foam so I bought a bottle with a coupon. The product is awesome, one foamy pump of soap goes on forever! Dawn has always been wonderful at cutting grease immediately.

 

Lady (Black Lab)Lady is our 2 year old Black Lab. A neighbor gave her to us.

 

Skateboard CakeThis is a skateboard cake for an 8th birthday party. My friend wanted a skateboard party for her son. We could not buy a cake that fit the theme. This is what we came up with.

 

Giving Your Kitchen Flair and CharmWith a little flair and imagination, you can create a kitchen of great charm and character, and for relatively little cost. Give your cabinets a face-lift with a new coat of paint or stain (don't forget to sand off the varnish first).

 

Dealing with the Challenges of Parental DementiaIt's trial and error with a parent living in a group homes' "memory care" for dementia. Remembering that entertainment is variable with each person's interest, ability, attention span, health, preferences, understanding/ comprehension, and memories. I have to be ever-observant while with my mother, making best use of every precious moment.

 

Fabuloso Multi Purpose Cleaner ReviewFabuloso All Purpose Cleaner is all you need to clean your tub when you get out, provided you wipe out the rubbery residue of dirt with your hands every time you bathe before you get out.

 

Mold Stains on Clothing?I can't get these mold spores out of my clothing. They were left wet. What can I use?

 

Why aren't my cakes flat?Does anyone know why cakes are not flat when baked?

 

Dyeing Part of My Jeans?How can I dye the knees and shins of my blue jeans different colors (like red, green, etc.)?

 

Potty Training Regression?I have a child (boy) who is potty trained but he has decided he does not want to be. It all started when he did number 2 and it touched his bottom. Any ideas out there? I have tried the rewards system and stars on a chart. He does not respond. Anymore ideas would be nice. Thanks

 

Biodegradable Laundry Soap Recipe?I would like a recipe for a biodegradable laundry soap. Thanks.

 

Clothes Hanging In Closet Are Stained?The clothes hanging in the closet have stains on the shoulders and down the sleeves. I need something to get the stains out without ruining the clothes.

 

Recycled Book Angel?I am hunting for a pattern for an angel made from hardback book that explains how the wings are made. I have a pattern, but it doesn't explain fully about the wings.

 

Glue Trap Stain on Carpet?I had a small mouse glue trap turn upside down on my Berber carpeting leaving a sticky spot. Any advise on how to get this out of the carpet?

 

Forest Theme Party?My four year old son has requested a "forest" theme for his next birthday party! I have a few ideas, such as a forest theme cake, a plant as a party favor, etc. I figured we could also have knapsacks or tote bags filled with "hiking" type goodies as a party favor: trail mix, a toy compass, etc.

 

Flat Tennis Ball?What can you for tennis ball that has gone flat?

 

Reducing Stickiness from Plastic Paint?I painted 2 vinyl chairs with the new Krylon Fusion for Plastic. They look amazing, but they feel sticky. Do you know of anything to remove the stickiness?

 

Cleaning Deerskin Moccassins?Does anyone know how to clean moccasins that are made of deerhide? I find my slippers so comfortable to wear but I'm not sure how to clean them up without damaging the surface.

 

Round Loom Tips?Does anyone know how to do a yo (yarn over) ssk (slip slip knit) stitch on the round looms? Also, a k2tog (knit 2 together on the same loom?).

 

Using Washcloths for Baby Wipes?How can I effectively use washcloths for baby wipes? Is there a system that I can set up ahead of time? How long will they keep if I mix them up with say, baby soap and baking soda, or what do I mix them with so that they will keep? Basically I am tired of buying disposables and am going green!

 

Pop Stain on Leather?How do I get a soda stain out of my green Hobo leather wallet?

 

Musty Smell on a Stuffed Toy?My daughter got an old poseable teddy bear from a friend of mine and it smells musty. Can I wash and dry this? And if I can, how? Thank you in advance for any/all help with this.

 

Making a Tin Recipe Box?Does anyone have instructions on how to do a tin recipe box? I just purchased a small one today.