December 1, 2014

Cut Veggies to Prevent Double DippingYou see it at all parties. Those that think no one is looking and they double dip, Right? On Thanksgiving, I was preparing my vegetables for the platter, and as I was cutting everything up, I started cutting them very small. Dip once and it's gone!

 

Celebrate Winter Christmas CardThis Christmas, turn some of your never-been-used scrapbook paper into unique Christmas cards, and share some special memories with your loved ones. In this example, "Celebrate with Jack and Jill scrapbook paper" was used, but any other paper with a suitable theme will work. Be creative and have fun!

 

Using Muffin Pans Without Paper Liners?This recipe tells you to use paper liners in the muffin pan. Please explain what you would need to do if you did not have the paper liners in the pan.

 

Replacement H2O Mop Water Hose?Where can I get a new water hose (type with spring inside to prevent kinking) as the hose from the tank to pump has split?

 

Removing Mold from Couch?I stored an upholstered couch sectional in my damp basement for a year. Then I brought it upstairs and put it in my den. Now I have grandchildren who like to play in the den. They play with the couch pillows. After I play with them in the den I feel nasal congestion the next day and itchy eyes.

 

Donating Beads and Jewelry Making Supplies?I have tons of beads and jewelry making supplies to donate to some organization that would really enjoy them, but do not know who or how to go about doing this.

 

Finding Dolls for a Crochet Baby Cradle Purse?I have looked everywhere and can't find 3" dolls that would fit in the cradle. Where can I buy the dolls?

 

16th Birthday Gift Ideas?My aunt wants an idea for what she should get me for my 16th birthday. She wants an answer tomorrow! I've looked and looked but found nothing I like or want. She says she won't give me money or gift cards. What do I ask her to get me? P.S. I'm not too girly and I'm not into all that girly stuff too much.

 

Social Security Settlement?My son's father passed away when he was six. When my son was 19 he was deemed disabled and is getting Social Security benefit from his deceased father. Is there a reason why he wouldn't have gotten a settlement?

 

Decorating a Glass Plate with a Photo?I want to learn to place a real photo on the back of a clear glass plate. I would like for it to look artful, not smeared. What's the trick?

 

Getting Help to Repair Electrical Main Connection?The city of Los Angeles broke my main electric line. I have no power in some parts of the house. How can I get some help to fix it? I still do not have full power after a week and I have to install the connection on the roof. I can't afford the repairs. I am on disability.

 

Sewing Machine Not Feeding the Fabric?The needle goes up and down and the fabric does not feed so it stitches in the same spot. The feed dogs are sharp and they appear to be working properly. What could be the problem?

 

Pug Peeing and Pooping Inside?I have a one year old Pug. It was easy to train her, she is such a smart little girl. When she was about 6 months old she started to pee on the sofa and her bed, the rug, and the front door. She even pooped on the sofa :( so I took her to the vet. They fixed her lol, but it's been 4 months and she is still doing this from time to time. Any thoughts?

 

Dog Defecated on Owner's Bed?After letting my 1 year old dog out last night, he wouldn't have his usual last wee. He instead asked to go back indoors. He ran up to my bedroom and pooed on my bed. Help, I don't understand why he would do this.

 

Value of Antique Porcelain Doll?I have an antique porcelain doll with red ringlet long hair, green eyes, wearing a green ruffled dress, parasol and hat with bow and feathers. She is about 15-16 inches. How do I find her value?

 

Value of a Seymour Mann Doll?I have a Seymour Mann Limited Edition of 2500 pieces. The certificate that says Mann Certificate of Authenticity - January 16, 1988, Florence Doll. The certificate states she is an important issue in the Doll Collectors' Guild Collection chosen by distinguished panel of doll authorities. I can't find her on eBay.

 

Sewing Machine Needle Hitting the Plate?I have Singer 413; the needle is hitting the plate. What do I do? How can I stop the needle hitting the plate?

 

Maytag Washer Error Code?There is a code on my washer "LF" and it will not go through the wash cycle.

 

Value of MDI Porcelain Dolls from 1990?Can you tell me about how much the antique porcelain MDI dolls from 1990 are worth. I have several boy and girl dolls.

 

House Trained Dogs Peeing Inside?I have a 5 year old spayed Siberian Husky and a 10 year old spayed Chihuahua. They both are house broken and have been since they were both puppies. For the past few months I have been taking them with me on the weekends to my boyfriend's house trying to get them used to his house for when we move in together.

 

What Breed is My Dog?We never know what to say when people ask what kind of dog. He is sweet, smart, strong, active, but what breeds? Mom looks like chocolate lab, and the dad is unknown. Does anyone know what breeds could have made our pup?

 

Keeping Finch Eggs Warm?I have a pair that have had eggs and they are doing very well at keeping them warm, but I looked at them in the morning and I think the mother died. Will the father take care of them or will I have to as I have no way to keep them warm. Is there a way to keep them warm without having to buy stuff?

 

Changing a Power of Attorney?My mom is 89 and has dementia. Let me say there is a substantial amount of money and posessions at stake. She and my now deceased dad made a living will and trust in 2000. My dad passed away 7 years ago. I have 1 brother and he is a prescription drug addict and an alcoholic.

 

Husband's 50th Birthday Ideas?My husband is turning 50 on December 17. I don't have much money but I would like to do something special for him. We don't have many friends to invite to the party, but I would still like to make that day special for him. Any ideas?

 

Value of The Encyclopedia...I have a complete set of the 13th Edition of The Encyclopedia Britannica (1926) in its original bookcase. It is in excellent condition and has always been stored in the glass enclosed bookcase. Can you estimate its value and give some lead into the market for this collection? Also any info on who might I go to in this area to pursue this (besides eBay).

 

Fan and Heater Not Working on GMC Canyon 4X4?We have a 1994 GMC Canyon 4x4 truck. We are thinking the reason why our fan and heater, etc. suddenly stopped working may be due to a fuse. The owner's manual is not too helpful on where you would check for a fuse being burned out. Would anybody have information on this?

 

Value of Porcelain Doll?How much is Rhona, from the Leonardo Collectors collection worth?

 

What Breed is My Dog?I want to know the kind of my dog?

 

Room Addition Help for Low Income Family?It is no longer safe for my aged ill mother to live alone. I am going to bring her home with me, but I need extra space for her to live with me comfortably. She is on SSI and I receive disability. Would you please give me some info on how I can receive help?

 

Truck Only Blows Cold Air?My truck heater will only blow cold air. Why?

 

Growing a Weeping Willow from Seed or Cutting?Where can I get these stems or seeds?

 

Truck Heater Blowing Cold Air?I changed the thermostat. It was blowing a little warm air so I cleaned out the duct. Now it only blows cold air.

 

GFCI Circuit Breaker Plus GFCI Outlet?I maintain electrical issues in schools and came across a GFCI circuit in several classrooms that protect all wall outlets. There is a counter outlet next the sink, this has a GFCI outlet installed on a circuit that is properly protected by a circuit breaker. Is there a conflict?