May 12, 2020

How to Make a Chicken Go a Long WayOne roasted chicken can feed a family for many meals. You can make pot pie and chicken salad with the leftover meat after serving the roast chicken.

 

Making a Craft Stick BallerinaMake these cute ballerina puppets with supplies you may already have at home. Cupcake liners attached to craft sticks make perfect tutus for your dancers.

 

Easy Corned Beef and Cabbage DinnerUsing thick cut deli slices of corned beef is a good option if you are either making a small batch or have difficulty finding a corned beef brisket at the market.

 

Homemade Face Mask IdeasFace masks are very useful to prevent illnesses like the cold and flu. They are also helpful for breathing in toxic environments, such as smog from traffic or high pollen counts.

 

Turmeric Ginger Orange Carrot JuiceFresh juice is very nutritious and a perfect way to start the day. This version is made from orange and carrots, flavored with ginger and turmeric.

 

Reattaching the Arm on a Reclining Sofa?Sometimes, furniture can become disassembled during use. If an arm becomes detached, it can often be fixed although some damage may still show.

 

Crafts Using Paint CansPaint cans have a certain charm, whether using an old vintage one or a clean new one. Many craft ideas use a paint can as a base or a decorated container.

 

Beware of CocklebursCockleburs are a nuisance to remove from clothing and pet hair. It is exactly this trait, the hooked ends on their spines, that actually lead to the invention of VELCRO® hook and loop style fasteners. So as you are deburring your clothes and pet's fur, remember that they were inspirational to Swiss inventor George de Mestral, it may make the task a bit more fun.

 

Cleaning Acetone Residue Off Remote Control?Acetone or nail polish remover can be used to clean off many materials, but some plastics can be damaged when this chemical is applied. Depending on how badly the item is damaged, sometimes it can be removed.

 

Making Decorative Planter PotsTake any plastic planter pot and paint it to spice up your garden decor. This is a great project for kids and teens and could also be used to decorate a gift plant.

 

Using a Strawberry PotTerra cotta planters are designed with pockets on the sides to grow strawberries. Many other herbs and garden plants can also be planted in them, to decorate any deck or patio.

 

How to Make a Dr. Seuss Matching GameKids love Dr. Seuss' colorful illustrations and clever wordplay. Make this matching game using the classic characters from The Cat In The Hat and other stories.

 

Making a Meal Planning Pocket ChartPlanning meals is a great way to save money and time in the kitchen. This helpful pocket chart will keep all your favorite meals in rotation.

 

Purple Cookie BarsPurple yam paste made from the root crop known as ube, is the secret to these delicious, intensely colored cookies. Sneak some good healthy ingredients into your child's lunchtime snack.

 

Making a Self-Watering Milk CartonSave your cardboard milk cartons to water your garden slowly. It's great for self-watering for when you go out of town.

 

Making a Teacup PlanterBeautiful teacups can be upcycled into planters for small houseplants. These make a great gift for someone's office or kitchen windowsill.

 

Water Filter Reviews?Many people prefer to filter their tap water to improve the taste and remove any unwanted additives. Here are some reviews comparing different water filters.

 

Stir Fried Bean SproutsUse up a can of bean sprouts to make a simple stir fry side dish. You can add garlic, onion, celery, and any other veggies you have on hand. Soy and other sauces can also be added to spice up the flavor.

 

Spinach Herb and Bean SoupThis hearty soup contains carrots, barley, onions, green onions, and spices in a chicken broth. The cooked grains, spinach, and chickpeas are added to complete the dish.

 

Catching Fruit Flies In The KitchenI'm sorry people. Call me the oddball. I have tried the classic trap with no success. It consists of pouring an amount of vinegar and a bit of dish detergent in a container and covering the top with perforated cling wrap.

 

Home Shaped Money BankThis is a pretty complicated project. I have so much on my mind, like buying a car and building a tiny home. Saving is my one priority in reaching these goals. Then I came up with the idea of making a house shaped like a money bank which is divided into two compartments. One is for coins and the other side for the paper bills.

 

The Sweet Smell of Flowers (Bird of Paradise)This is a picture of my sweet little granddaughter Cambria taken about five years ago just before they moved from Arizona to Idaho. Her outfit and her hairbow match the beautiful colors of nature right in our own front yard's Bird of Paradise bush! This was a fun moment to capture.

 

Taking a BreakSomeone had the idea of putting this swing in the perfect spot for sitting and enjoying a beautiful view of nature. While hiking around the remote area of our bed and breakfast last summer, we came upon this serene and peaceful spot.

 

Strawberry Pot for HerbsI have had this terra cotta strawberry pot for years. I have often planted strawberries, although I can't keep the slugs from eating them. My friend had a similar pot with succulents. It looks more beautiful every year and I was tempted to do the same, but I decided I would rather have herbs.

 

Chinese Crispy Spicy PotatoesThese Chinese street food inspired potatoes are crispy with a wonderful kick. They're coated in ginger, garlic, and cumin, giving them a lovely flavour and aroma. You can use any type of diced potatoes or whole mini ones for this recipe. Parboil them first by adding them to a bowl of water and microwaving on high for 6 minutes.

 

Minimal Star Craft Stick WreathHere is a tutorial on how to make this simple and extremely inexpensive star wreath (you may even have the supplies already at home).

 

Identifying Flying Black Insects?I've had loads of these little black fly things. I've had people say they are Ensign wasps, Phorid flies, or fungus gnats.

 

Hydrangeas Leaves Turned Brown?I bought endless summer hydrangeas last week and the leaves turned brown. I'm not sure what happened. Is it because of the weather? The past days, it snowed and the temperature dropped to -2 degrees.

 

Age of Noritake Goldmount Set?Can anyone tell me when Noritake made these? It was my great grandmothers.

 

Repairing an IBM Selectric II Typewriter?I recently acquired an IBM Selectric II correcting typewriter. I plugged it in and it started up just fine. I type a few words and they were fine then it just began typing all 1s no matter which letter or number I typed. Any advice?

 

Decorated Travel Cup Business Name Ideas?I am starting a cup making business and am trying to come up with a catchy name; one that won't confine me to just cups. I don't know where to begin with a name. I don't know if I should use my name, my kids' names, or my love of animals. I would like something unique and catchy.

 

Finding a Replacement Handwheel for a Kenmore Machine?I am trying to locate a replacement handwheel for a Kenmore zig zag sewing machine 158.1803 or 158.1703.

 

Singer Sewing Machine Not Sewing?I have a Singer Fashion Mate Model 237. The presser foot will raise and lower. It will pick up the bobbin thread and bring it through to the top. It feeds the fabric properly. I have not moved the tension from number five. The problem is that it is not sewing ever since I broke a needle.

 

Kenmore Bobbin Winder Not Working?My Kenmore sewing machine is about 50 years old. It sews and works fine, however the bobbin winder does not wind. I am able to release the knob so needle does not work, but winder does not wind. Since we are quarantined, I am not able to go to repair shop.

 

Dividing a Christmas Cactus?Can I split a Christmas cactus if it's blooming?

 

Identifying a Saddle Shaped Chair?So I have this chair. The only thing that I have found similar to this saddle stool is Egyptian Revival, but it is the wrong shape. It has a chipped veneer top and a string of studs. I am not sure of the age or style. Any information would be greatly appreciated.