Singer 221 Featherweight Won't Stitch?
When threading go from LEFT to RIGHT, also check bobbin area, If you took the face plate off to clean the dust and lint out of the space, then make sure the little arm that sticks out of the bobbin holder is in the grove of the face plate {you have to look...
Uses for Plastic Tablecloths
Use the flannel back tablecloths for sewing new outdoor cushions for your furniture. cant beat the savings.
Finding Free Tires?
Try calling tire companies and/or put an add in craigslist in your surrounding towns, we actually have to pay to have them disposed of here.
Dyeing Hair Dark Naturally?
You can use the herbs rosemary and sage to darken hair. Make a strong tea, strain. either pour onto hair after washing, or put strained tea into a spray bottle and spray hair, lavender buds added to tea makes it smell real nice.
E-books for Inexpensive Reading
This is a great way to go, however, just like a book they do expire, so try not to download so many at one time that you wont be able to finish reading them. Some libraries also have a limit on how many you can check out at one time. Amazon does not have as...
Finding a Replacement Music Box for Stuffed Animal?
I have seen them at A.C. Moore. I have even seen them at our Super Walmart.
Make A Gnat Trap
You can just add a few drops of dish soap to the apple cider vinegar and you do not need a funnel. I use glass baby food jars.
Collar Points on Dress Shirts Come Out of Washer Black?
Could it be lint collected at the points from inside? Dee
Natural or Less Toxic Deodorants?
The health food stores, maybe some department stores sell a salt crystal, all natural deodorant it does not stop you from sweating. but keeps the bacteria down so you do not smell. Some are sold as sticks and use them the same way as deodorant sticks.
Pesticide Treatment Left Strong Odor in House?
If you get yourself a black light (bulb) and shine it in the room you suspect has urine, it should show up. Cat urine glows under a black light. then you can treat it with a cleaner with enzimes made for urine.
Replacement Parts for Tupperware Shape O Ball Toy?
Look in the yellow pages or online and get the number to tupperware, or a consultant to get the parts your loooking for, or, wait until yardsale time and scout out the toys at yardsales.
Uses for Clothing Rags?
If there is a school that teaches auto mechanics or body work, they just may want some of those rags. Offer them up on freecycle, (freecycle.org) There are a lot of teachers and crafty people out there that would like to get there hands on free cloth of any...
Crochet Coffee Can Bank Pattern?
I googled coffee can banks and came up with just these on the first page. http://www.ehow.com/how_6573889_instructions-bank-using-coffee-can.html http://www.knitting-crochet.com/crochet/sanban.html http://www.craftfreely.com/free-crochet-patterns/preview-pattern...
Craft: Sling For Carrying Fire Wood
I made one of these from fabric samples, they work great, next one will be with jeans material, Thanks!
Making Poinsettia Bows?
http://www.containerstore.com/experthelp/tips/gorgeousGiftPresentation-PomPomBow.html
Front Loader Won't Spin?
Not sure about yours, but my front loader had a built in filter and it got clogged and wouldnt spin, opened the a little door on the front cleaned it out and works like new. I hope this helps, try calling the company and asking them what the problem could be...
Looking for Quilt Pattern: Blooming Nine Patch?
Take a look at these pictures and you can most likely figure this out yourself. It looks to be a 9 patch in between two solid squares using the two colors from the solid squares in the 9 patch. the color on the left gets the 5/9 squares the right gets 4/9 or...
Minimizing Germs in a Public Restroom
Do not set your purse or anything else on the floor, thats where gross stuff gets on the bottom of the purse, (just think about where your purse has been in your household i.e. dining room table). if there isnt a hook, I hold my purse under my arm, if the handles...
Making Your Own Powder Puff?
Have you thought about putting it in a shaker of some sort, old spice jar, baby powder jar, just about anything with holes on the top (or make your own) then you can shake out just what you need.
Hoop Earring Holder
I like this but I have one suggestion, being that I am always in a hurry, I would put a rubber band wrapped around the inside of the rod ends so if the earrings start to slide, the rubber band stops them from falling off the rod, but it would be easy enough...
Crochet Netting for Christmas Ball Ornaments?
There are several choices to choose from, very nice idea. http://hubpages.com/hub/Crochet-Ornament-Covers-for-Christmas
Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas for a Doctor's Office?
This seems cute www.tamponcrafts.com/angel.html
Make Your Own Mailbox?
The coolest mailbox I have seen was in the country, and they had a mailbox about 6 feet higher than the regular mailbox with an eagle on it, said Air Mail! LOL really cute!
Fused Reusable Plastic Bags
Are there any fumes we should be concerned with once the heat warms up the plastic? Theres been a lot of talk lately about plastics and the gases etc. I just want to make sure this is safe, sounds like a GREAT idea!
Good Gift for a Departing Soldier?
The best thing to get them no kidding is a black permanent marker to label all the new clothes he will get. Dont get him anything BEFORE he goes in. Anything he takes with him will be confiscated. The Army will give them the stuff they want them to have. Wait...
Natural Remedies for Tinnitus?
This site had a lot of info on it. maybe it will help. http://www.home-remedies-for-you.com/remedy/Tinnitus.html copy whole address.
Displaying Clothes at Yard Sale?
I just saw a clothes rack made from PVC pipe. http://www.ehow.com/how_4965746_build-clothes-rack-pipe.html?ref=fuel&utm_source=yahoo&utm_medium=ssp&utm_campaign=yssp_art or: www.pvcplans.com
Telling Your Family About a Marriage Engagement?
I have to agree with the others. Parents are the ones looking out for the children, once grown it isnt easy to stop. BUT, they have experience. I would suggest asking your parents why they dislike your boyfriend. the answer may surprise you. Just dont be so...
Repairing a Hole in Levi's?
If it is in the seem, you can call levis and they will send you another pair. Youll have to google the phone #
Checking Dishwashing Soap Phosphorous Content?
We have hard water as well and the ONLY dishwasher detergent that was high enough was cascade, no store brand came close, we checked.
Using "Spools" From Old Video Cassettes
I think the tape itself could be used as ribbon for gifts like movie night where you wrap up a dvd and micro pop-corn packs etc.
Removing Sticky Glue From Doll's Hair?
My daughter just called and asked about this very thing with human hair. Use mayonaise, then wash with shampoo.
Recycled Book Angel?
They are called hymn book angels, I dont know if this will help you, the back and front part of the book make up the wings. http://www.craftbits.com/viewProject.do?projectID=1078
Ribbon Headbands
To keep it from slipping off your head, just sew/glue a small peice of cut rubber (band) to the underside of the ribbon. the bands that come with brocolli would work pretty good I would think.
Do Oriental Detoxing Foot Pads Work?
If you want to detox your body, take a hot bath with epsoms salts and sweat for about 20 minutes. you will see a difference. I would do that about once a week. Dee
Swiffer Cleaning Cloths Are Good For Bathtubs
(b)(/b)Good tip, but I use microfiber cloths for all my cleaning and I use it dry or with water, if I want to disinfect anything I use it with white vinegar. They are fantastic and you can find some that work decent enough at the dollar stores. Dee
Using Corn in a Homemade Heat Pack?
You want to use a feed corn, whole, not cracked corn. They make great bedwarmers in the winter for people that always have cold feet.
Warts on My Face?
I was reading the womans herbal book and I am pretty sure they said to use castor oil on it 3 Xs a day for two weeks. It might have been for moles. might want to check on it.
Using Listerine For Toe Fungus?
Tea tree oil works good! google info on tea tree oil. readily available in OZ
Lace Wreaths
These look great! what a wonderful idea. I have done something similar with wired ribbon.
Silverfish Hate Cinnamon
Ants do NOT like cinnamon, in fact... it is in the herbal version of pest repelant
Crazy Easter Chickens
Is there a website or directions somewhere? these look really great for a rainy day project. :)
Using Restaurant Size Dry Mixes In Smaller Batches?
Go to your local library and get the book....make a mix that not only gives you a lot of recipes but it also has the quanities I think your looking for, If they dont have Im sure they could order it for you. Make a mix By Karine Eliason, Nevada Harward & Madeline...
Caring for an Old Spinning Wheel?
Is there a museum or antique shop that you can call? you really dont want to do the wrong thing and ruin the value.
Wax Poured Down the Drain?
I personally wouldnt pour Boiling water down the drain, try a few ice cubes and ice cold water. that will make the wax hard. chances are it is sitting in the P trap (bent pipe under the sink) undo the P shaped pipe and take out the cold wax. chances are there...
Buying Christmas Light Bulbs Offseason?
check out the night lights also, so are just the right wattage
Looking for Seeds on Coral Bells?
Calibrachoa (million bells) I believe you have to root cuttings..i have never seen any seeds on mine..I take cuttings and over winter inside.
What kind of chocolate do you use in the giant kisses?
Regular cho-chips. you can also add nuts, rice crispies, coconut, etc. put a mini marshmellow in the funnel first, keeps the chocolate from dripping out.
Transfer Pens?
Did you check under DIY.NET? I saw something under copy pen, not sure if its what you are looking for. Good Luck!
Removing Heavy Plastic Packaging From Products?
I got heavy duty scissors at the dollar store, all metal. they work well
Body Odor Smell on a Mattress?
baking soda and borax should do the trick, but as others have said, best to get a mattress cover.
Cookie Exchange Recipes?
Bar cookies are the easiest. Just use your favorite search site for recipes.
Solution for Ice on a Deck?
cracked corn works good, and the birds love it after the snow melts off. You can get it at feed stores.
Bugs Eating My Roses?
The brown bugs you are describing may be earwigs or pincher bugs, roll up a newspaper get it damp and leave near the rose bush base, in the morning, throw the damp paper roll in a baggie and tie off, the earwigs love damp/moist places and will crawl into the...
Science Experiment for Kids to Watch
these were called depression roses, back in the old days, you can use a regular rock too instead of coal but it doesnt look nearly as good
Adding Tea Tree Oil to Hand Soap?
I wouldnt see a reason why you couldnt use tea tree oil in liquid hand soap. I use 10 drops in baby shampoo for washing the dogs with, thats about 20 ounce bottle. so one drop for every two ounces of fluid would work.
How Often Should You Change Your Furnace Filter?
We change our filters every month, we have two dogs and this seems to work best for us and it also keeps down the amount of dust I see on the furniture.
Hand Soap Container for Soap Pieces?
You can also use a regular liquid soap dispenser and add glass marbles regular of decorative to the dispenser. add a little water and soap slivers. shake aafter soap gets soft to mix.
Homemade Carpet Refresher?
Just sprinkle on some baking soda. wait 15 minutes and vacuum up or sprinkle baking soda before bedtime and vacuum up in the morning. easier if you use a leftover spice jar to put baking soda in.
Waxing a Fiberglass Bathtub?
Good thing is chocolate brown is coming back in style. and regular car wax is good to shine up the tub. put on just like you would on a car.... try using a squeegy after using the tub/shower to get all the water spots.
Removing Weeds From Lawn
Cut your lawn at 3 inches and you will not get so many weeds and wont have to water as often. I hate to see people use chemicals just so it can run off into the drain systems. Try non-chemical solutions first. Thanks
Finding a Dentist for a Coward?
she may very well be having a reaction to the lidocaine (novecain) it has a bit of epinephrin in it that can sometimes make your heart race. there are alternatives. most dentist now are more gentle in their practices.
Natural Indigestion Remedies?
I was just told that taking two tablespoons of Apple cider vinegar daily helps with the acid in the stomach, if there is acid present. your stomach doesnt need to make more. And.... Vinegar is good for you! Dee
Snakes In Bedroom?
snake away is a sulfur based product, I dont know about moth balls but sulfur keeps them away. sprinkle outside the home ...and under if you can. I wonder if they are after food of some sort. usually thats the only way you will have snakes.. you may have another...
Making a Door Squeak?
When trying to keep track of an elderly person from walking out the door, we put a rubberised mat in front of the door, (with the rubber studs poking up) It slowed down the door by rubbing along the bottom of the door when the door was being opened, and also...
Keep Gloves Handy in the Garden
its great to have an old mailbox POSTED there to keep gloves and garden tools handy and dry.
Something is Eating My Roses?
I found little green worms curled up sleeping on the leaves of my roses, I just plucked them off. good thing is... no beetles this year as last year we put them in a can of soapy water. good luck with the roses.
Iced Tea - Tips and Recipes?
Add a pinch of baking soda to the tea to take out the bitterness..while brewing.
Looking for a Queen or King of Cheap?
I am Frugal, not CHEAP Living with /making do with what you have. You have to have a great imagination sometimes. Spending money can also be frugal if the purchase is going to save more in the long run. SO to say your looking for CHEAP....thats what youll get...
Uses for Sawdust and Wood Chips?
for areas that get snow..use untreated wood shavings for traction on sidewalks etc. better for the plants than using salt products.
Fungal Diseases on Rose Bushes
Listerine works great for this...buy the generic for more frugal solution..get original flavor.
Waxing Hardwood Floors?
Ive always had good luck with Johnsons floor wax. It comes in a yellow can, looks like car wax can. You can find it at almost any store in the cleaners aisle. I would not suggest using any type of liquid wax base, such as mop and glo or future. You will get...
Homemade Birthday Hat Ideas?
why not just have him where his favorite teams baseball hat. then he can where it all summer.
Oak Hardwood Floor Quick Fix?
rent a sander with a vacuum attached, our friends did this,,,,the floors are great now..you will not regret it. took a weekend to do 4 large rooms.
Keeping Cats Off My Fence?
the water gun approach is good and I would suggest you try to put tin/aluminum foil crinkled up on the part where they jump, they do not like the sound or the feel.
