Old Door Knob Vase
I have a cut glass toothpick holder that I use for tiny flowers sometimes. Another idea is a teacup and saucer (small ones), a glass punch cup or an old set of glass creamer & sugar. For the big main attraction... just use a regular glass pitcher, fill it with...
Amazing Uses for Plastic Bags
When painting and you have paint in a roller tray with the roller and want to stop for a break. Wrap the entire thing in a plastic bag to keep everything from drying out. Then just remove it to resume painting. Also use the bags for emptying kitty litter and...
Smelly New Athletic Shoes?
amazon.com sells a product called Odorcide - this product is meant to eliminate tough, foul odors..not just cover them up. Good for urine, pet feces odors, mildew, smoking, smoke from fire damage, etc. Its highly recommended by hospitals and vets. Its concentrated...
Cleaning a Burned Stainless Steel Pan?
Another helpful tip is to let a pan sit with water and a fabric softener sheet in it for at least 10 minutes to soak (if I dont have a sheet, I just use a bit of liquid fabric softener), then wipe away and wash as usual, all burnt-on food residue will come...
Graduation Party Theme and Decorations: Master in Fine Arts?
It would help if you were more specific as to the kind of professional field the grad will be entering, (art? dance? etc), then I could get some ideas for you. ;D. So far... Food idea: mini cannolis wrapped with a skinny licorice tie make cute edible diplomas...
Moving Into a Much Smaller House?
All the others have given great advice and their heartfelt support-know that you are not alone. Many of us have downsized (I started out with 5 kids and now theyre all married), at first it was hard to part with stuff, but then I found the less there was around...
Makeup Stains on White Face Cloths?
I always wore make-up for years and still do: I always use bleach and detergent (preferable Gain because it removes odors, too!) and towels, washcloths, etc always come out good. Tide Detergent has a new one out now: Tide With Bleach. Its supposed to bring...
Girl's 10th Birthday Party Ideas?
How about a tie-dyed party? Ill give you links to show you how to do shirts, make magnets, tie-dye cake, and psychedelic ice cream. Invites: Heres a party youll be DYE-ING to go to!. Then give details. You can make the invite a shirt that they open for the...
Choosing the Right Bra?
I found this set of bras in cotton that are very comfortable and fit perfectly..no wires to poke, straps dont slip down, bra doesnt shift and ride up either. Im a larger size and finding a flattering bra is nearly impossible...but I feel like I won the jackpot...
11th Birthday Party Ideas?
A Hollywood Glam Party: everyone can dress nice...decorate with stars cut out (spray with craft glitter spray), have guests names on them...hang them up around the room or create a wall of fame where everyone gets to post something nice about each person (attach...
Urine Stains and Odors on Clothing?
Have you ever used Gain detergent? As well as adding Gain Fabric Softener and Gain dryer sheets. The fresh fragrance lingers for weeks even when the clothing is stored, wonderful! I use it because it does remove strong stinky funky odors. When washing white...
Medicaid Thinks My Case is Closed?
If youve reported your situation to the Medicaid office and are getting no response, do what we do, we contact our local Assemblyman in our area! They get immediate attention. (You will have to have ready all your information so they can follow up on it). Generally...
Mardi Gras Craft Ideas?
Make a glass candle holder, or even use it to hold treats (such as pretzel rods dipped in melted chocolate covered with sprinkles or colored sugars).Take any size clean jar (even empty pickle jars), the bigger the better, if possible. Youre going to be filling...
Use Rubber Bands to Keep Tools from Slipping
Thats a great idea because it just made me think thats what I can do to keep my hand-held shower from being so slippery! It doesnt have a rubber grip on the handle and I needed help to keep it in my soapy hand without having it keep twisting around! Thanks...
Carpet Shampooer Recommendations?
I just bought the Bissell ProHeat 2 brush upright model. Its better than the 1 brush model. The button for the heat keeps the water hot and carpets dry really fast...always best to vacuum about an hour after it dries to make carpets very fluffy. It has a pet...
Working With Creditors?
OK, a couple of things you should do: First, next time they call, tell them explicitly not to call you again. By law if you tell them that, they cannot call you any more, they can only deal with you through the mail. In writing there can be no he-said-she-said...
Teen Birthday Party Themes?
Glow in the Dark (or Neon) Party...have black lights and decorate with white streamers, lime green ones and balloons...also get some glow sticks, insert them into white or lime green balloons before blowing them up for awesome effect. Have guests wear white...
Inexpensive Gift Ideas for Fiance's Birthday?
The best gift is on its way, the new baby! No trinket how much it cost could compare to that! A kiss and a hug and sharing a nice meal together (whatever it is) is all thats required. Dont feel bad about it....a lot of us grown ups are not doing for each other...
Inexpensive Christmas Gifts?
This year many adults are taking a back seat to make sure the kids have something at least for Christmas. Your fiance should understand that. Check dollar stores, KMart for bargains, Walmart and even thrift stores for some really good finds. I dont know how...
Gluing a Car Handle Back On?
Im just taking a guess here, but I wonder if that product Mighty Putty (as seen on TV) would work?
Cleaning a Strong Odor Off the Outside of Shoes?
So your shoes are able to go into the washer okay? Then try adding some vinegar (like 1/4 cup) in with the wash cycle--vinegar removes odors and also acts as a disinfectant. The vinegar smell will dissipate when dried. (Vinegar is used to rid washing machines...
New Year's Eve Party Ideas for a Small Bar?
Set a theme of some king, maybe like a hat theme. Where everyone has to come with a hat on of any kind, prizes for craziest, most elegant, most original, etc. Give away some promotions to increase your business, too: 1. Bounceback Gift This is a good idea when...
Left-Right Christmas Gift Exchange
Merry Christmas to all of you! Thanks to your kind responses, this suggestion won the contest to my surprise! :D.What a great Christmas surprise for me! Love it! I took the chance to submit it figuring someone might be looking for a different way to do a gift...
Wacky Fun Christmas Morning Traditions With Older Teens?
How about doing a Christmas obstacle course with tasks they have to do before opening a gift. Some ideas: sing a Christmas carol, Take a straw and suck up a marshmallow and go to other side of room and drop it in a bowl. Toss wrapped candies into a bucket from...
Free Storage Ideas Using Common Household Items?
Dollar Tree has craft caddy for $1, handle in middle and opening around it: great for cleaning products all together to do a room (wipes, microfiber cloth, polish, window cleaner, Magic Eraser, etc. just grab and go! Used plastic laundry detergent bottles: cut...
Inexpensive Meal Ideas?
Individual lasagna noodle rolls>>>you need: 2 cups marinara sauce (from a jar) 1 cup or so of shredded parmesan cheese 1 15 oz container low-fat ricotta cheese 1 lb mushrooms (cooked in bit of olive oil, sliced yellow onion & garlic) 1 egg slightly beaten 1...
How Do I Get Rid of Coffee Stains on My Teeth?
The Crest 3D Products are the best. They have the toothpaste and mouthwash in addition to their Crest 3D whitening strips (also remember to keep regular cleanings with your dentist). My dentist recommends these products and I use them faithfully, coffee drinker...
Cleaning Advice for a Self Avowed Pack Rat?
All previous posts are excellent ideas! Like suggested, start out with 1 room at a time and make those piles. If too much to donate and cant get it there yourself, the Salvation Army (in phone book) will come pick it up! If you need help getting trash out, have...
Storing Clothing in a Small Apartment?
Those wooden racks that expand (like to hold coffee mugs) are great to hang on a wall for purses, scarves, necklaces or other dangling things, or even a light robe, hats, etc. Whatever furniture pieces you have make sure they do double-duty. Everything should...
Christmas Help for Low Income Families?
People have given excellent suggestions. I just thought Id mention a food service thats available to anyone to save on groceries, its called: Angel Food Ministries (any income can use this service and its very helpful to make food dollars stretch!)...heres...
Frugal Costume Ideas?
I made my g-daughter into a Bag of Groceries I used a stores brown bag, cut out the bottom and slit the bag up the back to wrap around her. I didnt do arm holes as the bag hung below the arms and stayed on by hot gluing an old fabric belt cut to size for shoulder...
When to Help Adult Children Financially?
Time to quit giving in to their whims, Grandma. Been there myself. If they want to ignore you=they lose out. Lets see how long their hissy-fit lasts. You keep busy living your own life and surround yourself with people who truly appreciate you. Time for the...
Ideas to Using Fabric Samples?
Make a beautiful tablecloth! Just attach them using no-sew tape and iron together. Then attach pretty ribbon down the seams. If there are some fabrics that are longer than others...it doesnt matter as youre going for a random look anyway. Just lay it out to...
Kids Have Too Many Toys?
In addition to the hiding toys, rotating, donating, ideas (all good)...keep a rule of whenever a new something comes in--an old something must go! You might want to check with your local bus company to see if they have a program where childrens books can be...
14th Birthday Party Ideas?
It would helpful to know if hes into sports (does he have a favorite one?) or likes video games or is an avid book reader or likes music, plays an instrument? Then it would be easier to plan something around that;with food ideas, games, decorations. Indoor...
Graduation Party Ideas?
A great idea to have at a graduation party is to present the book (by Dr. Seuss) titled Oh, the Places Youll Go!...(this is actually the #1 recommended book gift to give). The idea is to have all the guests attending sign the pages as a keepsake for the graduate...
Managing Arthritis Pain In Knee?
I have arthritis in knees, hips and lower back and since Im allergic to cortisone and cant take shots, do not want surgeries. TENS device was ok but not perfect. I discovered something that is a tremendous help! Gentle compression garments infused with copper...
For Softer Feet
A treatment that really works is to rub coconut oil all over your feet, then slather the vaseline on and then put on clean white cotton socks. You do this for 3 days. I saw this as a beauty tip on TV. I tried it and voila! Soft feet!
Cabbage Rolls in the Crock Pot
Someone had asked about chili pepper but there is no chili pepper in recipe. It says Chili Powder (which is a spice found in spice aisle. Sometimes even stores like Rite-Aid or other places where spices are sold have it, its common). I havent tried this recipe...
Use a Dresser as a Planter
Heres some ideas for an old dresser>make a bench, bookcase, storage unit for baskets, vanity, desk, kitchen island, tv stand, garden station for your projects..and the planter box: see this site for all photos and info on how to make.... http://www.addicted2decorating...
