April 15, 2020

Fried Sweet Potato Shrimp CakesWith a few ingredients you can make these tasty fried sweet potato shrimp cakes! You can serve this with fresh vegetables and your choice of sauce: chili sauce, hot sauce, mixed fish sauce, etc. Or you can eat alone as an appetizer, snack or pair with rice of course too!

 

Alligator ClothespinsHere is a way to turn wooden clothes pins into little alligators.

 

Echinacea and Bee"Hands down, hold still, it's a bee!" The petals of the flowers, for some reason, were all in a "down" position while the bee was pollinating. Was it out of fear for the bee? Of course not, but it was kind of interesting to see the unusual position of the flower petals.

 

Value of a Prototype Doll?This is a prototype doll that was developed by a company that ceased operating in 2019, so it remains a one-of. It is the main character from the childrens' television show "True and the Rainbow Kingdom"

 

Removing Sharpie from Hair?How do I get blue Sharpie out of light brown hair?

 

Understanding the Markings on the Back of Noritake China?What is the difference on Noritake china on the back between N and M? Also US design pat with a number verses none? The number 4001 and the word Acton under the M and the word Japan?

 

Adjusting New Home Needle Position?I have recently acquired a 535 New Home Janome sewing machine. How do I adjust the needle position so that it is in the centre? It is sewing fine, but the needle is to the left as shown in the picture.

 

Value of a Mersman Lyre Table?How should I repair the chips and the leg? It only has one remaining claw left, but I have found replacements online. Also, considering its current condition what is the value of it and what would be the value if fixed? Numbered 6651.

 

Problems with Singer Sewing Machine Auto tension?I am always having problems with my Singer sewing machine's tension. I have checked everything, needles, etc. But even after many services it still drags the the fabric down and makes loose bottom stitches. It's a Singer heavy duty 1980s Pattern 17-24 machine with an auto tension. Does anyone have any ideas before I dump it and buy a new one?

 

Finding a Replacement Light Bulb for a Nelco Sewing Machine?I have a Nelco Sierra model# 234 and serial #3956 and need a replacement light bulb - it is missing. What kind of light bulb is compatible with this sewing machine?

 

Nelco 7400 Manual?I have a Nelco 7400 sewing machine. For some reason the bobbin is not sewing, it threaded thru, but is not sewing at all. And I can't seem to be able to find a manual for my specific machine. If anyone is able to help troubleshoot or if they have a spare manual they are willing to share, it would be greatly appreciated!

 

Repairing a Kenmore Sewing Machine?I have an old Kenmore sewing machine and it runs smoothly until I put the bobbin cover on it and then it freezes up. It is in a bind when it freezes up. What do I do for it?

 

Singer Bobbin Winder Is Not Working?I have a Singer 7470 and the bobbin starts to wind, but then immediately shuts off with a beeping sound. I have to turn the machine off and then on to clear the display. Any thoughts?

 

Identifying a Household Bug?What is this bug and how do I get rid of it? Find attached image, there are usually many in the bathroom sink and on the floor and walls.

 

Finding Replacement Wheels for a Fiskars Reel mower?We are looking for wheels for a Fiskars reel mower. Where do we look?

 

Identifying a Porcelain Doll?I bought this at a thrift shop and have no idea how to identify it or know it's true value. Can you help?

 

Value of an Old Trunk?Can you tell me anything about this truck? It has American Window Glass Company Pittsburgh Pa. stamped on the wood inside.