August 27, 2015

Kung Pao ChickpeasThese kung pao chickpeas are a great vegetarian alternative to the classic chicken dish. Check out this video for the step by step recipe.

 

15 Minute Crochet BanglesThese crocheted bangles are quick and easy. Learn how to make them in this short video.

 

Upcycled Soda Bottle as Hanging PlanterThis eco-friendly soda bottle hanging planter is simple to make and is a cute way to hang plants from your front porch. Check out this video for the step by step instructions.

 

Beer Battered Onion RingsThese beer battered onion rings are light, crispy and crunchy. Check out this step by step recipe video and make these tasty treats tonight.

 

Ombre M & Ms Candy JarThis is a simple gift to make for someone special. See how we made this ombre m&m's candy jar in this short video.

 

Skillet BreadThis is a simple and delicious bread that you bake in a skillet. The rosemary on top makes this skillet bread fragrant and extra tasty.

 

Paper DahliaThis paper dahlia makes a great wall decoration. It will brighten up any room. Check out this video for step by step instructions.

 

Crescent Roll Pigs in a BlanketThis pig in a blanket recipe is super simple to throw together. Check out this video and learn how to make these cute appetizers.

 

Easy Cookie Sheet SlidersSliders are a great party food. This video shows you a quick and easy way to make them.

 

Gnome GardenThis little garden built for a gnome is a fun garden accent, perfect for the front porch. Lean how we made ours in this short video.

 

Felt Veggie GardenThis fun felt veggie garden is the perfect gift to make for a toddler. Check out this video for step by step instructions

 

Artsy Crochet FlowerThis fun artsy crocheted flower looks great attached to a headband or pin. Check out this video to follow the step by step instructions.

 

Watermelon-Strawberry PopsiclesI just saw this in an old magazine and had to make it right away. I love that I had all the ingredients. These popsicles are so refreshing and delicious on a hot summer day. My kids really love them.

 

Strawberry Cream Pie with Chocolate CrustThis recipe takes a little from here and there, and makes one good pie! It's a great combination, that tastes like a chocolate-covered strawberry. There are quite a few steps, but they were worth it. I made this for a family barbecue and it was gone in a flash.

 

Stuffed Mushroom CapsThese are the best appetizers and even a main course. They can be vegetarian if you leave out the bacon. Easy to make, and on the table in just 35 minutes.

 

Scrapbook Pockets for Filing RecipesI have so many great recipes and have wanted to get them into some kind of fashionable order. I used scrapbooking paper to start my selected folders.

 

Sock Drawer OrganizersOne of the best ways I've found to organize my socks is using these sock drawer organizer boxes from HomePro Goods. You can use them in several ways depending on the thickness of your socks and season.

 

Tie Back Box Flaps to Return Soda CansThis might be one of those times when this only bugs me. But if not you are one of those who hates when box flaps get in the way.

 

Twice a Year ChangesEveryone knows that you should change the batteries in your smoke detectors twice a year, at the Daylight Saving time change. It's also good to look for other changes to do as well, those that can "add change" to your bank account.

 

Using Measuring Cups SensiblyAll the cups I use to measure dry ingredients are not organized neatly on a cabinet shelf, where they take up room until they're used, washed and returned to the shelf. When I open the sugar container, there's a 1/2 measuring cup inside.

 

Reinforced Shopping BagEnjoy this easy project and be ready for lots of compliments!

 

Reuse Coffee Creamer Containers for StorageI dislike grocery shopping, particularly in the wintertime. I get a head start during the summer. I watch for sales on staples. The more I buy now, the less I'll have to lug home in the sleet and snow.

 

Sewing Machine Not Stitching?I have an old Singer Featherweight, and it has been a trusty machine. It was sewing fine, but all of a sudden it decided not to sew. The needle remains threaded and enters and exits the material, but no stitch is left behind. Sometimes it will start to stitch, but then nothing.

 

Troubleshooting Electrical Circuit?While vacuuming last weekend, I knocked the vacuum cleaner into something and the cord sparked at the base; it's old. We got rid of it. However, at the same time it sparked, my husband heard crackling noises from our plasma TV, also kind of old.

 

Age and Value of Reel Mower?I believe this mower was my grandfather's. I would guess the 40s or 50s? The handle says "New Favorite" -- American Lawn Mower Co. Can anyone hazzard a guess? Of course I could never sell it, because I can't keep the carb clean on my Toro!

 

What Breed Are My Puppies?What breed are my puppies? They are small. The female has a white spot on her neck and the male has one on his nose.

 

What Is This Invasive Plant?This has taken over my flower garden. The blooms are tiny white flowers and the coverage is invasive. I don't know if it's a weed or if I should leave it alone?

 

Feeding a Pet Ladybug?I really want to give Bonnie my ladybug homemade food, but I don't know what to make.

 

Planting Shrubs Where Pines Grew?We had a bunch of pine trees cut and the stumps ground up. Now we have a lot of saw dust and shavings on the area where we want to plant some shrubbery. What will grow well in this area?

 

Repairing a Vintage Couch and Chair?I have a vintage couch and chair that I would love to pass on to someone who will restore them. They have excellent lines and bones, they do, however, need to be recovered and the springs repaired. Any suggestions? I have tried calling upholstery places to no avail and the same with restoration places.

 

What Breed Is My Dog?He is 9 weeks old and 5 pounds. I've ordered a dog DNA test and am waiting to receive it, but I'm just curious if anyone has any idea what he might be. The person we got him from advertised him as a Chihuahua mix.

 

No Ground Wire on Nightlight?I bought a photocell nightlight that you install into a junction box. It was from a thrift store but new in the packaging. The instructions say it should have 3 wires, but it only has 2. The white and the black. There is no ground wire. Can I still use this night light without a ground wire?

 

What Breed Is My Dog?I'm trying to figure out what breed my dog is. He is now 4 months old. I think he is a mixed breed, but I'm not sure.

 

Recoloring Hair?I colored my hair with a 28 shampoo color and the color turned out lighter then I expected. How long do I have to wait to recolor it darker?