October 16, 2018

Indian Ground Beef with Potatoes (Keema Aloo)This is a delicious ground beef stew dish from India. I've had some versions of it that don't include tomatoes, but I think adding them rounds the dish off very nicely. This is terrific alongside warm pieces of naan bread or a bed of long grain rice.

 

Avocado Quick BreadI had a couple avocados that had been in the fridge for a few extra days. I thought they might be a bit too old, they weren't, but I was committed to trying to make quick bread. I found this recipe on the tablespoon.com site and then changed it up a tiny bit. If I make it again I will definitely add chopped walnuts. The batter had a delightful flowery aroma and the bread itself is delicious.

 

Spiderweb NecklaceI've always been intrigued by the beauty of spiderwebs. I don't find them creepy or gross, but if you do, Halloween is a good time to have them around! This necklace is super easy to make. I made mine cover my entire neck to wear with a long black dress. You can adjust the vertical measurements to make yours shorter.

 

Paper Kids' CrownThis is an inexpensive and easy way to make a custom kid's crown with a paper plate. It is ideal for playing dress up at home, as a party hat, or to complete a Halloween costume! This concept would be fun for a kids' party for them to decorate their own hats, too!

 

Cans Can Do So Many ThingsI eat a lot of the larger Campbell's chicken noodle soup (in the 25% more cans) and mandarin oranges from The Dollar Tree. While prepping them for recycling today, it hit me. The bigger one could be a lid for the smaller one.

 

Identifying Insect Eggs on Wool Fabric?I found tiny black eggs inside an eaten woolen fabric. Some larvae are in there which are white with dark reddish heads. I have been unable to find out what they could be from.

 

Repairing the Finish on a Wood Piano Leg?I had a plastic yoga ball leaning against the leg of my piano and it created a reaction with the wood finish. The finish on that spot is now tacky instead of smooth like the rest of the piano. Is there a way to fix this?

 

Value of a 1940 RockOla de20?I would like help finding the value for this jukebox. It does work, but isn't perfect.

 

Buying a Porcelain Doll?Where can I buy the PLC (Presbyterian Ladies College) porcelain doll?

 

Rooting Rose Cuttings?Can I keep rose cuttings in water all winter or should I plant them now? They have started rooting already. Should I bring them inside or plant them?

 

Frying Fish?Why do you have to pour hot oil on the fish before you deep fry it? What is the benefit of that? (The fish already has a coating.)

 

Value of an Ashton Drake Matthew Doll?I purchased Ashton Drake's Matthew baby doll in 1989. He is in the original packing and is in great condition. I also have the original box with a few scratches as well as the shipping box. I also have the original merchandise purchase receipt. Can anyone tell me if he is valuable at this time or should I hold on to him?

 

Puppy Recovering from Parvo Not Eating?My 5 month old Pit Bull puppy has been sick for a week. He had very bloody loose stools and vomiting so we rushed him to the vet. After 4 nights the vet says he's not puking and is eating cat food. He no longer has bloody stools, but it's still loose and he isn't interested in eating since we brought him home tonight.

 

Value of Mersman Tables?I am looking to sell these tables, but I have no idea what I should ask for them.

 

Value of a Vintage Cub Cadet Lawn Tractor?I have a 1964 Cub Cadet 100 lawn tractor with the owner's manual with the date of purchase. The tractor is equipped with original tires and motor. I have the original mower deck and two snowblower attachments. What is this worth?

 

Using Paper as Refrigerator Mats?Can I use paper instead of fridge mats in my fridge?

 

Apartment Building Turns Off Hot Water at Night?Lately the building l live in has been turning off the hot water at night. Although on Sunday at 2pm there still was no hot water. The poor doggy had a cold bath. What are they doing?

 

Treating a 2 Month Old Puppy for Worms?My puppy is 8 weeks old and is really small. What home remedies can I give him for worms?

 

14th Birthday Ideas?I have to choose between Dollywood or walking downtown in South Carolina which should I choose?

 

Identifying a Thriftstore Purchase?Can anyone please tell me what this is? I bought it at a thrift shop and they had no idea what it is either.