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Using Morel MushroomsThis is a page about using morel mushrooms. A wild mushroom that you can find for free. They are delicious in a variety of recipes.
Removing a Smoke Stain on a Enamel...This is a page about smoke stain on enamel stovetop. A baked on stain on a stovetop can be difficult to remove.
Easy Chicken and Noodles For OneA lot of people write in and ask how to cook for one or two. I cook for just myself. Here is a very quick, easy chicken and noodles using my herb and garlic marinade before I freeze my chicken thighs. I breakdown my chicken into freezer bags for one.
Banana Oatmeal Breakfast CupsThese delicious and healthy breakfast cups are perfect for someone who needs to eat breakfast on the run. They are moist in the middle with a crunchy white chocolate topping. Somewhere in between a bowl of oatmeal and a muffin.
Skillet Chicken with Barbecue OnionExcellent flavor and moist chicken. Recipe easily can be doubled. I just made a big batch for my daughter, who just had a baby.
Zara (Pit Bull)We got her 3 months ago. She likes to play in the yard, swim, and run.
Meat Tenderizer for Old StainsNon-seasoned meat tenderizer works fabulous on old, stuck-on stains, especially blood and sweat. The bromelain in it breaks down the proteins in blood and sweat without ruining your fabric.
Find the Biggest Savings on AmazonWhen you're doing some online shopping on Amazon, this tip can help you find the biggest savings on whatever you're searching for. In this example, I'm looking for paint brushes. When the search results come up, go to the url and add the argument "&pct-off=90-99" (without the quotes) to the end and hit enter. This will bring up the most discounted items in your search. (I marked the url change and discount shown in red.) If you change the argument at the end of the url to "&pct-off=50-99" it will find you items discounted from 50 to 99 percent. Adjust accordingly. :)
Rubber Band to Hold Ball of TwineTo hold string in place on a ball of twine, put a wide rubber band on over the end of the string. When you need some string, just give it a pull and it will unwind under the rubber band.
Tester Pot (Paint Sample) Wall ArtDon't throw your tester pots of paint away after you finish decorating. They can be used to make your own unique piece of wall art.
Monitor Tip For the Vision ImpairedMy mother-in-law is legally blind and has very limited vision. She has been using the magnifier program on her computer with Windows 7 and is able to read her e-mail. It's one line at a time across the top of her monitor. It takes a little of getting use to, but it's do able.
Keeping Cross Stitch Fabric Clean?I wash my hands several times a day, but I still end up with dirty cross stitch fabric. It is mostly on the back because I fold the Aida over the hoop, but I still end up with dirty looking areas on the front. Any tips for keeping it clean while I'm working?
Dog Marking in the House?I have a one-and-a-half-year-old Pit Bull that I found in my yard last Thanksgiving. Nobody wanted him so I kept him. I love him very much, but do not love how he keeps marking in my house. I thought everything was fine until I used a blacklight and it is everywhere. My house is now starting to smell.
Making a Purse From a Linen Napkin?Where can I find directions for making a purse out of a linen napkin?
Cleaning Painted Light Bulbs?I need to paint some light bulbs, but I don't know how to clean them, without the paint either peeling or bubbling up. Can you please tell me how to clean the light bulbs? Do you just use soap and water, or do you wipe them down with rubbing alcohol? Any tips would be greatly appreciated.
Removing Ink Pen Marks on Leather Chairs?How can I remove old blue pen marks on my light gray leather chairs? I have tried acetone, hair spray, Chapstick, alcohol swabs, just about everything I can think of and nothing worked. Is there anyone who actually had a product that really worked?
Not Taking Roaches Along When Moving?So the apartment I have been staying for the past year has had roaches and they've recently gotten worse. I can't seem to figure out how not to take them with me. They are popping up now more frequently in things like the bathroom and the kitchen.
Discontinued Seabrook Wallpaper?I am looking for some Seabrook wallpaper that has been discontinued. The book was called Cottage English. The paper was referenced as No. SBK17580 or SS20001. Does anyone have this wallpaper anymore?
Spaghetti Supper for 300 to 400 People?How do I calculate the amount of ingredients I will need to accommodate 400 meals of spaghetti sauce, meatballs, and pasta?
Cleaning Very Dirty Windows?My business is on a busy main road were anything from farm vehicles, semis, cars, and so on are passing. There is lots of wind blowing dirt, chemicals, and more. I've cleaned the outside with Windex, ammonia, vinegar, and tried the toothpaste. I still have these dirty not appealing spots on the window.
