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Jar Ring OrnamentsAnother quick ornament that you can change between a snowman and a Santa.
Jack O' Lantern BasketReady to fill with candy treats, this simple basket is made in orange cardstock with an applied handle.
Beef Nacho CasseroleThis is a simple casserole that can be thrown together and baked in about 35 minutes. Even with only a few ingredients, this casserole has a lot of flavor.
Homemade Dishwasher Soap?I use the 1 cup borax, 1 cup baking soda, 1/4 cup salt, and I have purchased citric acid in bulk instead of Kool-aid. How much citric acid should I use?One of my relatives says the soap leaves spots and a milky film. Any ideas what to add to the soap?
Branch Die-off and Thinner Leaves on Sweet Gum Tree?I have two sweet gum trees in my yard about 75 feet apart. This past year, the leaves have not been as dense, and one of the trees had 4-5 large branches die off. I had them removed, and some of the inner wood was blackened. No insect tunnels were noted.
60th Birthday Party Centerpiece?I am planning a fabulous 60th birthday party. I need some suggestions on an elegant, tall center piece using fresh red and white roses. The vase is tall.
Buying Burgundy Carpet?I saw many questions on this site about burgundy carpet. I have a contractor waiting for me to give him a brand so he can order it and I can't find any. Could someone give me the name of a good brand and quality that carries burgundy? Please help me.
Overwintering Cat Palms and Oriental Lilies?I currently have cat palms outdoors; can I winter them in garage? The garage is heated and stays in the 60s, which is also the same for lilies. I have big bird and oriental lilies in a flower pot, can I cut them back and leave on the deck during winter? When do I cut back?
Getting Rid of Black Flying Biting Insects in Drains?I have black flying insects that bite in my house and they are driving me crazy. We were told by personnel at the hardware store to pour bleach down all of the drains, starting at the top of the house. I first saw them in my shower, coming from the drain.
Coupons for Troops?How do I send expired coupons to troops overseas for their use?
Making Your Own Ankle Weights?I am looking for ideas to make ankle weights from anything around the house.
Downloading a Free 2012 Monthly Calendar with Holidays?I'm wanting to download a calendar with holidays and would like the previous and next month on each page. I come from a very large family and have 70 relatives. I want to do a personalized calendar for the family members.
Cooking Chicken in a Crockpot?I have just bought my first crockpot and have read the basic instructions that came with the product. The impression I'm getting is that you always need to cook with a fair amount of liquid. Is this the case?
Freezing Bell Peppers?I need to freeze some bell peppers so they don't go bad. Can I cook them after cutting them julienne style or do they need to be cooked first? I like to use them for fajitas and soups. Thanks.
Making Fabric Glue Window Clings?I would like to know how to make the paint that you made out of fabric glue and food coloring. I can't remember the third ingredient. I would like to do this project with my granddaughter. You put is on a page protector and then peeled it off when it dried. They stick to the window. Thank you.
Light Fixture Keeps Blowing Out Incandescent Bulbs?I have one light that keeps blowing out incandescent bulbs. If I replace it with a CFL what will happen? I know the light probably needs a little attention from an electrician or to be completely replaced. The line it's on is maybe a little overloaded.
