Preventing a Top Bed Sheet or Blanket from Riding Up?
Ive heard of people sewing the top sheet to the fitted sheet somehow. Dont know the durability for restless sleepers. Some people do this to ease making the bed.
Leave Medication in Original Packaging
Mom-from-Missouri is right about the daily pill containers in the event of a medical emergency. But this situation need not be complicated. Be sure to keep a list of your medications, legible, accurate, and up-to-date and marked with the date it was created...
Leave Medication in Original Packaging
Im adding to my other comment stressing the importance of keeping an accurate & up to date medication list. The daily pill containers are of great benefit for those living alone, elderly, or with memory impairments where moving pharmacy bottles from one box...
Shopping for Peppermint Oil?
Peppermint oil, not to be confused with peppermint extract, can be purchased at specialty cake & candy stores, maybe craft stores that sell cake & candy items, or online.
Dog Keeps Jumping the Fence?
Please be sure to watch the dogs while leashed together, our two got the leash tangled around ones neck, we saved him just in time.
Ideas for a Construction Themed Party?
Why not use real dirt (garden soil) for the dirt for your construction themed party? You could glue it to cut pieces of paper if you dont want to sprinkle it around.
Homemade Oxiclean Portable Stain Remover?
The recipe we have used for stain removal is an 8-ounce bottle of hydrogen peroxide, 1/4-cup baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) & a drop of hand dishwashing liquid (just a drop or two no more). Mix & dissolve all well, put in spray bottle & use immediately, storage...
Removing Dust from Suede Shoes?
Vacuuming the suede shoes w/the brush attachment of the vacuum should remove loose dust from storage.
Red Drink Stain on Carpet?
CLUB SODA? They use it in bars, country clubs, etc. Dont know if it will work for RED, and for a stain that is not fresh. Good Luck!
Removing Candle Wax from Plastic Cups in Microwave?
Do not put used candle jars, cups, holders in the microwave to remove the wax unless you are sure the wick was not held in by a metal base. From experience, the microwave might spark, become damaged, or worse.
Getting a Kitten to Sleep at Night?
This tip is often used for puppies & might work for kittens too. Kittens seem to have more of a mind of their own! If the animal is still very young perhaps a hot water bottle (filled with hot water of course) covered with a light weight blanket (a baby receiving...
Window Treatment for Sliding Doors?
Ive heard that shower curtains (nice fabric kind) will fit a sliding glass door. You should be able to hang a tubular curtain rod above the doors to hang the shower curtain from.
Teaching a Dog Not to Chase Cats?
Our dogs have responded fairly well to the Leave It command when they begin to bother the cats. That only works when we are present to give the command. After a while they might cease in their attempts to bother cats. Our cats mainly live in the large finished...
Pop Stain on Carpet?
You might be able to get red pop stains out of the carpet by using club soda (fizzy clear stuff sold in the soda pop or beverage aisle). You dampen the spot & blot it out onto a clean preferrably white rag (to avoid transferring color from the towel into your...
String Bean Salad
We make this recipe but call it Three Bean Salad. A good variation is to add an additional or different variety of beans or chick-peas (garbanzo). We also do not drain the liquid. It keeps till its gone & gets better each day. Great picnic side dish that is...
Inexpensive Silicone Oven Mitts?
Kmart in Eastern Pennsylvania has all-silicone oven mitts. Around $3.50 each. I found them to be somewhat uncomfortable. They make the hands sweat & that was just from trying them on.
Dog is Acting Strange Since Taking Rimadyl?
You can always google (or other search) Rimadyl. That will allow you to read about the drug, usages & side effects, including warnings. You will also see other users comments about their pets experiences on it.
Clear Red Paint?
Are you sure it is the actual red cannister that contains the lead & not the silver colored roosters on top? (Just a thought as they look like some type of metal or metallic plastic, which often does contain lead). Even if the set was recently purchased, there...
Food Ideas for 16th Birthday Party?
A quick, easy, portable food that will feed many is Hamburger Bar-B-Que. (For those that dont know, it is cooked hamburger in a sauce of tomato sauce, brown sugar, spices, served on hamburger rolls, a sandwich). You can make it a day or so ahead. Heat it before...
Dog Ate Couch Arm?
The other posters have some good ideas on how to attempt repairing the couch arm. After that is done you could sew some arm covers so no one can see the repairs.
Christmas Craft Ideas for Kindergartners?
Very Cute, a real keeper. Reindeer banners made from the childs foot print & hand prints !! Materials: White fabric for a small banner, about the size of a garden flag, a cotton sheet, heavy cotton, muslin(?), maybe felt(?). Ask at a fabric store which is best...
Sammy Jo (Mixed Breed)
She resembles a Cairn Terrier I knew. There could be many other possible mixes. Im not an expert. Shes cute!
Handling An Out Of Control Child With New Baby?
Sounds like the child might possibly have a medical or mental health issue. Both are usually quite treatable. See a pediatrician & also get a referral to a child psychiatrist for an evaluation. Do not be embarrassed or ashamed. Do it NOW. She is young enough...
Remove Wax with Plastic Outlet Cover
You can scrape things w/ one of the small rectangular plastic tabs that are used to close bags of bread or other foods. Theyre small & have some flexibility which is often useful. Theyre disposable b/c you always seem to get more. We store some in a kitchen...
Decorating Ideas for Brown Shag Carpet?
If the carpet is DARK brown / chocolate brown then very light tan walls (beige?) with earth-toned wall & room decor should look nicely pulled together w/out darkening the room.
Repelling Spiders Naturally?
You could have *bedbugs*. They are on the rise again. It is a myth that they only live in dirty homes. Research them on the internet. You will see photos of them & their bites. From articles it seems they may bite one area in a cluster, single bite, or in a...
Removing Endust Residue From Pergo Floors?
Manufacturers of laminate flooring each recommend a particular cleaning product or method for their brand & type of flooring. You can call Pergo, they will tell you what product & method to use for your floor. They sell a cleaner & also recommend using plain...
Warts on My Face?
Plantar warts on feet: (unsure if it works for all warts, would guess so?) Cut a regular white potato, not sweet potato or yam, into a small piece or slice & tape over the wart, leave on overnight. It is normal for the wart to turn black during this treatment...
Coke Stain on Satin Shoes?
I dont know but maybe you could re-dye them. Hopefully someone knows a good solution.
Dog Loves Cat Food?
We read that if a dog is lost & you must bait him back with food, you should use the stinkiest type of cat food you can get. Often this would be canned cat food. In comparison to dog food, dogs might like the more pungent smell of even the dry cat food, in...
Microwave Soups With A Plate Underneath
Youre probably not the last person that just thought of using a plate under a bowl of food being heated in the microwave. In addition to easier handling the plate also helps if the soup or liquid bubbles over. The mess is caught on the plate.
Transport Salad Dressing In Recycled Water Bottle
If you transport vinegar/oil (italian) salad dressing in a re-used water bottle you can make it even easier to use by putting on a sports type lid. Some bottled water has this type of lid. The kind that you pull up to drink from, like the lid to hand dishwashing...
Transport Salad Dressing In Recycled Water Bottle
We keep liquid mouthwash in a re-used water bottle w/ a sports top. Much easier for kids to pour into their cups, less mess & waste.
Mall Scavenger Hunt and Other Party Ideas
Suggestion for the mall scavenger hunt... adults should definitely accompany each team for safety, proper supervision & to be sure the kids dont make a mess in the stores or get accused of things they didnt do. If they do make a mess the kids & adult must fix...
Sweet 16 Party for a Boy?
Our young teens & their friends, a mix of boys & girls, enjoyed being taken out to dinner at a nicer (not extravagant) restaurant of the birthday kids choosing. The teens sat at their own table & had a really nice time. The idea came from the birthday girl...
Recycled Barnyard Animals
Some uses for these: Treat Holders w/ some candy in them Valentines, write message on heart & glue on Party Favors filled w/ candy, pencil, eraser, little items
Creative Crafting with Cookie Cutters
Cookie cutters can be used to trace shapes onto colored or neutral cardstock or oaktag, then cut out for simple country style gift tags. Punch a hole & use ribbon to attach it if you wish.
Homemade Gift Bath Scrubby
To make them more decorative you could add a thin satin ribbon bow sewn onto the mitten(s), or tie / sew them together as a pair with satin ribbon. When used this way even cheap dollar store soap would work nicely. I like the sachet idea too. Perhaps even a...
Five $5 Gifts
For the kids a gift of your time is valuable to them & their parents. You can give a home-made coupon for a special activity with you. Take the kids either together or separately on a special picnic (low cost way to feed everyone) when the weather is nicer...
Crafts Using Old Crayons?
You can shave the crayons w/ a peeler into small flakes. Then place the different colored shavings between to sheets of waxed paper & run a warm iron over it to create a suncatcher. These can be cut into shapes, sealed at the edges w/ a glue stick. Add a hole...
How Many Flowers Grow From a Hyacinth Bulb?
The first year you might only get one flower of a small size. In following years you should get more & larger flowers. Maybe two or three the second year & there-after. The bulb will grow bigger &/or make more bulbs in following years, thus the plant will be...
Crafts Using Baby's Handprints?
You can make a cute reindeer by using one footprint & two hand prints. You use a cut sheet or muslin fabric, or felt w/ a stick from a tree at the top to make it like a banner. The material is folded down & hemmed toward the back over the stick. (You might...
Cleaning Fake Plants?
Ive hosed fake plants outside & allowed them to dry in the sun, and rinsed large fake potted trees in the walk-in shower or bath-tub shower. Wipe the leaves w/ a washcloth & shampoo if rinsing isnt enough, then give it a final rinse. For a nice shine on the...
Mexican Souvenirs For Coworkers?
Gifts for friends & family can be saved for giving at the holidays or other gift giving occasions like birthdays or Mothers / Fathers Day. What a unique surprise for them & a nice reminder of your trip for you. My parents have been giving souvenirs with their...
Printable Version Of O Holy Night In Sign Language?
Make an original of what you want using a copier & the sign language images from your book, if you cannot find the sign language images online to insert into your text or a translator program to print the sign words for you. Then scan the original into your...
Does Watermelon Have To Be Kept Cold?
Watermelon is often displayed in stores at room temperature. Its a matter of personal preference to eat the melon cold or room temperature. If eaten on a hot day many people find it more refreshing if chilled. Once cut it should be kept chilled or put into...
Futuristic Decorating Ideas?
We once bought a used fish tank & it was installed into an old console television cabinet, fit in there perfectly when viewed from the front. Very unique, especially in a room w/ no television. The top of the console was made into a hinged lid over the tank...
Dog Pee Stain on Carpet?
Mix (any brands) 8 ounces hydrogen peroxide (brown bottle in 1st aid aisle), 1/4 cup baking soda (orange box baking aisle), and just two drops ONLY of hand dishwashing liquid. Mix this well in a bucket & put into a spray bottle or sprinkle can. Use liberally...
Dress Well For Less Money
Once you bring new clothes home from the store, wash & wear them, theyre not really new anymore, after a few wearings theyre equivalent to items at the thrift store, which can be obtained for far less cost. Many very nice, even new, items are available at thrift...
Listerine For Pet Odors
Wondering if anyone has used the generic Listerine for pet odors & the other stated uses. Does it also work? Do the pets resoil the same areas or is the smell gone for them also? Are we discussing the original amber colored Listerine or any variety? Does one...
Bringing Down My Blood Sugar?
Using regular cinnamon instead of the pills sold in health food stores does work, at least for some people. I cant remember the recommended daily amounts, about 1/4 or 1/2 teaspoon twice a day, could be added to foods or tea. Worked for an elderly relative...
Use Cheese Slicer For Cutting Eggs
Deviled eggs can be prepared then placed into washed & dried styrofoam egg cartons for easy storage & transportation to a picnic. They can be served from the egg cartons, simply remove the lid, it tears off easily leaving a serving tray. A plastic spoon aids...
Floral Window Pane?
Cheap solution that might work is to tape waxed paper (kitchen stuff on a roll) to the back of the window to cover the glass. This will make it somewhat opaque that the log wall might not show thru, but it still would resemble the glass pane window.
Milk Crate Furniture
By using crates for all your furniture, you might have a truckload of crates when moving, but can PACK ITEMS INSIDE the crates!
The Left Side of My Face Hurts?
Sounds like a sinus infection, a severe one or total upper respiratory infection with the mouth, throat being sore also. The doctor should have made some sort of diagnosis. Antibiotics often are not necessary & are ineffective if it is a viral condition. Often...
Support Green Living Everyday
Green living is good for our environment & health. With allergies, consider the toxins contained in wood gasses, released as the wood combusts when creating that nice fire. Enjoyable as it is, allergies are aggravated as that toxic dust gets into the air & the...
Can you put wool blankets in the dryer?
IF you launder it in the machine, use gentle cycle & cold water w/ little detergent as blankets tend to over-suds. IF you put it in a dryer use NO HEAT what-so-ever, none, use the air fluff setting only. It will take a long time to air-fluff dry but it wont...
Buying a "Mitten Tree"?
WHAT is a MITTEN TREE? A place to hang mittens to dry? Or a decoration? Maybe you could use a mug tree w/ multiple arms to dry mittens. Or one of those plastic circular things to hang in the bathroom, has clothes pins (clips) attached to it for hanging articles...
Sanitizing a Wood Knife Handle?
The cooking oil can become rancid in time or perhaps harbor bacteria after a while. ? Id be concerned about that. Always concerns me when it is recommended to oil a cutting board. Does it seal the wood thus preventing such contamination? Anybody know? Chefs...
Gingerbread Men Recipe
From Thrifty-Fun, could be used for Gingerbread Men ornaments (not to eat). I loved making cinnamon ornaments with my kids. After Christmas, I put them in a plastic baggie to keep the smell in and they smelled wonderful for years. Recipe for Cinnamon Ornaments...
Sugar, Booger, and Patches (Kittens)
They are sooo cute! Its wonderful that you are caring so well for them. Please keep in mind that if you put them outside without them being spayed / neutered they will create more stray cats. The same for the mommy cat. They can procreate at around 4 months...
Easy Yule Logs
Do you have a photo of the logs? I think possibly if you bake the log in a 200-degree oven for about an hour or two it might take care of the bugs that may be present but not seen.... anyone know for sure? The same goes for pinecones & nuts used for crafting...
Preserving Permanent Marker On Clothing?
If the designs begin to fade too much.... trace over them again w/ the permanent markers, or maybe you will enjoyu the faded look also, for a while.
Storing Bread?
Have used the microwave, the regular oven, the special metal bread-box drawer (metal liner & lid inside regular deep drawer). Favorites are the microwave & bread-box drawer. Dont really like bread from the freezer, sometimes its ok. Frozen bread can be used...
Reviving Dry Erase Markers?
Perhaps (NOT SURE), allowing the tip to sit a few hours in a small amount of rubbing alcohol? It should wick up into the marker barrel, reconstituting the dried ink. Gently turn in upside down & back a few times during the soaking. Keep watch to be sure it...
Reviving Dry Erase Markers?
This is NUTS... works for just about anything else... how about soaking the tip in a shallow amount of plain white vinegar? anyone?
Cleaning Wool Pants?
If youre going to try it, I would hand wash them & allow them to dry flat or hang over a shower rod & re-position them frequently. Good Luck. Maybe try just one before you chance ruining them all?
Store Cans In Fridge For Hot Weather Meals
Recipe for home made 3-bean salad, easy & much cheaper than buying it ready made. You can also make a chow-chow or mixed veggie salad w/ this dressing using canned mixed veggies instead of just beans. All cans are 14-16ounce. 1 can cut green beans, one yellow...
Spray Paint on Jeans?
A product available in the U.S. called Goof-Off. Typically sold in a round metal can, yellow & red. It is made to remove painting mistakes on fabrics & maybe other surfaces. If you use any type of chemical, work from the outside toward the center to avoid spreading...
Mosquitos and Flies in My Apartment?
The coils & other mosquito/bug repellants that you burn are toxic to humans & domesticated animals. As are citronella candles. These items were made for outdoor use only, for this reason. Indoor use would allow the toxins to build up, causing possible adverse...
Jett (Gerpeibulchoweiler)
Beautiful markings on him! And a beautiful personality to match! What a sweetie!
Wearing PJs In Public?
The microfleece / polar fleece lounge pants are extremely comfortable, soft & warm. They look like an upgrade of the common sweat pants. In solid colors they are more stylish than pj pants w/ cutesy patterns. Paired w/a polar fleece top they can be pjs or a...
Coffee Filter Flowers
A cute twist on this flower craft is to omit the cardboard ring & cotton ball in the center. Put the childs photo, cut into a circle, in the center of that pretty flower for a great Mothers Day, or any day, gift. Put magnetic strips on the back to hang it on...
Wedding Favor Ideas?
A spoonful of kisses from the new Mr. & Mrs. What you need: Hershey Kisses, they make many varieties & color wrappers at the holidays; Plastic spoon, the kind for picnics, any color; Bridal tulle (fine netting), any color; Thin ribbon, fabric or curly ribbon...
Freezing a Crab Spread?
Sounds like we have mixed opinions & reviews on freezing products, try it & let us know how it works out!
Breed Information: Chow Chow
In reading about the Chows temperament & the post by nana6x it would appear that this cuddly looking breed is not really suitable for households with children. Some animals are just naturally more suitable for adults only households. You just cant be too safe...
Candle Wax On Mercerized Cotton T-Shirt?
I dont know about that fabric, but you could try transferring the wax from your good shirt to a piece of scrap fabric or paper towel. Cover the wax spot with the scrap or paper towel. Use a warm iron, just enough to melt the wax a little & make it transfer...
Gift Wrapping Ideas
For kids birthday parties I always use a non-traditional bow made from good imagination. Sometimes it accompanies a real stick on bow. I do like to use thin curling ribbon, which is cheap if bought in a big spool. I buy a bag of bows during after holiday discount...
Preserving Fresh Cut Roses?
I know you can preserve things like leaves & flowers by soaking them in glycerin (?) from a drugstore... do not know if this works w/ open roses. Something to investigate. If so, you might try soaking the rose in a vase filled w/ glycerin... by hanging the...
Milk Spilled on Sofa?
You didnt say what the covering fabric of the sofa is, but you could try a soft bristle hairbrush, like a baby hairbrush, or a soft-med bristle toothbrush. Use these dry to gently brush the area to remove the stiffness. Rate of success probably depends upon...
Orange Leaves for Phlegm
Do you mean orange leaves from a tree that grows the fruit, oranges? Were in the US & I want to be sure were talking about the same thing. Excellent tip, wish I lived near an orange grove! Be cautious of using leaves that have been treated w/ pesticides. At...
Preheating Bowls and Plates
All dishes will get hot in the microwave eventually. There is some truth to the idea that if a dish gets hot in the microwave it is not really microwave safe, but there is a time limit. Ex: if it gets hot in 30 seconds at full power at 1000 watts. I believe...
Refrigerator Door Left Open?
Buy an inexpensive refrigerator / freezer thermometer & use them. It is worth the peace of mind. Also will alert you if there is a problem w/ your appliances not maintaining the proper temperatures. Good location for them is somewhere in the middle of the fridge...
Keeping Kids Warm in the Snow
Our kids have worn their footie & other pajamas under sweatpants/sweatshirt to play in the snow. We usually put snow pants over the clothes also. Cozy warm & mostly dry. Kids can also put socks on then slip their feet into plastic bread bags then into boots...
Centerpieces from Blue and Gold Dinner Banquet?
Our pack always has a theme & then the centerpieces & any activities & decorations & favors focus on that theme. It is usually tied in w/ the theme of resident camp to get the boys in the spirit for both the blue-gold & resident camp. Sort of carry the theme...
Birthday Party Ideas That Won't Embarrass?
A video game / Arcade playing party! Something most of them enjoy anyway. Have done this w/ boys age 7 years to 13! More exciting w/ a group & surprisingly there was little to no arguing over whos turn it was! We tried to have enough activity to keep everyone...
Paying for a Surprise Birthday Party Without My Husband Noticing?
If you work & buy lunch every day, you could pack cheaper lunches or leftovers from home & save the money. If you buy special take-out coffee style drinks buy less of them & save the money. Maybe you could bring coffee from home in a cup or thermos and save...
Oatmeal Instead of Cold Cereal
If you like the instant oatmeal packets but want to save some $, You can buy the canister of quick oats, any brand. Just pour it into a bowl, add water or milk & microwave for 1 minute. Usually add a little more water than you think you need so the oatmeal...
Well Grease Stain on Sweatshirt?
Many fast food restaurant managers/employees & mechanics use Simple Green on their laundry. For stains, pour it on the stain directly. Launder a load w/ Simple Green in addition to or instead of detergent. Do not put any stained item into the dryer until the...
Consider the Return on Your Investment (Home Improvement)
Sound advice, however, for those of us who have waited a long time & saved for what we want, we should have & enjoy it regardless of what future buyers would think. The possible future loss will be made up by the years of enjoyment from having what we want...
Hanging Light Things on the Wall?
If you have an oil stain, theres always Kilz or another brand of primer-sealer which is always a good idea for any painting project. It prepares the surface to be painted to cover any flaws & gives better coverage & color. You can have your primer tinted to...
Makeup Stains on a Countertop?
The gel all purpose cleaner containing bleach, we use the generic. If allowed to sit on a stain will often remove it or might take just a little rubbing. Thats really the only purpose I buy this particular cleaner for. It is sold in the cleaning aisle in a...
Hawaiian Party Food?
Cubed or sliced ham (boneless ham, not deli lunch meat) and pineapple chunks baked in the oven...serve in a big foil pan. Instead of bottled sauce, use this easy mix of the canned pineapples juice, brown sugar, honey, guess on the amounts. Can add a bit of...
Hawaiian Party Food?
An entree similar to the baked ham/pineapple can be made with purchased precooked frozen meatballs, you might want to omit the pineapple chunks, or maybe not, good either way. Do omit the ground clove spices though & the sauce should be a bit thicker. You can...
