Getting All the Lipstick From the Tube
For the woman who cant find Cody products, you can go to Vermont Country Store (no, I dont work there or have any affiliation with them) to find many of the old brands. I have found shampoo, perfumes....even food items. Also, I get all the lipstick out of the...
Removing Sticker Residue from Glass
Those are really great suggestions. I am definitely going to be trying them. Also, I have used the same fluid you use for a cigarette lighter and that works really great, too. Just squirt some on a cotton ball and it takes the sticky goo right off! Thanks for...
Use CD Packaging For Bagel Container
That is a really creative idea. Hurry and patent it before Tupperware or Rubbermaid steal it from you. Good Luck!
Reviving Dried Pencil Erasers
Thanks for that great tip! Just the other day, I was wondering what to do with a dry eraser myself. Now, I know. Waste not...want not. Right?
Deciding to Drive or Fly?
Clarence. Make it real easy on yourself. Fly! Enjoy yourself, have fun and be safe.
Treating an Infant's Cold?
You can use childrens Vicks Vapo Rub. Put some on the childs chest and then put pajamas on the child. Then put some Vapo Rub on the soles of the childs feet and put socks on the child. This is one of the things that really works when the child is congested...
Removing Labels from Plastic Containers
I have had very good success with lighter fluid. Just peal the label off and the part under it that is still sticky, simply put a little lighter fluid on a cotton ball and clean off the sticky. Then wipe off with a clean rag that has a little soapy water on...
How We Keep the Santa Magic Alive
Merry Christmas. Jesus is the reason for the season. Thank you for sharing those precious Christmas spirit tips. Expand these ideas in a book The Twelve Days of Christmas. Step-by-step ideas to make Christmas even more meaningful! I would buy it! Delightful...
Kitchen Paint Color Advice?
I would go with a light pewter color. I dont know what color your appliances are and this will make a difference. Are they stainless steel? If so, pewter would be nice. If your appliances are white, I would go with a light blue/grey color in the same hue as...
Living Room Wall Paint Color Advice?
Yes, Sage will definitely work. This is a lovely color combination/ compliment to what you already have going on in your living room. I might even be tempted to bring in some yellow(s), buttery yellow would be nice, for my accent pieces i.e. throw pillows, flowers...
Cleaning Iron Skillets?
I have cast iron skillets from my mother and mother-in-law. I love them! They are family treasures. If your cast iron has been sitting for a long time and not being used, treat it like you would a new one. Completely season it again. To season it: 1) Wash with...
Scenery: Maple Creek (Orange County, CA)
Thanks so much for the photo! Glorious! I call just feel that cold refreshing water! I love it. Thanks for sharing!
Scenery: Wildflowers (Texas)
My favorite, too. Wildflowers! Like me (and probably you, too! A wildflower! :) Thanks for sharing!
European Equivalent of and Stick of Butter?
A stick of butter is 4 ounces. This is equal to 1/2 cup. A 1/2 cup is equal to 8 Tablespoons. A 1/2 cup is also equal to 24 teaspoons. About the flour, in most recipes, unless otherwise specified, this means All-Purpose Flour. Usually you can tell if the recipe...
Freezing Mint?
When I freeze my fresh mint, I use ice trays. I put a few leaves of the mint into each ice tray compartment and then add water. These mint ice cubes can be used in drinks calling for mint such as ice tea or lemonade. Or you can also thaw the cubes and then...
Depression Era Cookbook?
You can go to www.amazon.com and click on Books, then type in Depression Era Cookbooks. There is a book by Patricia R. Wagner that you may be interested in. Also, Claras Kitchen which looks adorable because Clara actually experienced the Great Depression. You...
Painted Terra Cotta Pots
I love it!! Novel and classic! Thank you so much for sharing! AND keep creating!
Keeping a White Rock Garden Clean?
You could put up a section of gutter on that part of the roof and this would protect the area below it from anything that drips or falls from the roof.
Garden: Butterfly
Beautiful. Some good titles would be: 1) I see you or 2) The eyes have it! I love these beautiful gifts! Thank you for sharing!
A Snake In My Garden!
Hola, from the tropical beaches of Costa Rica... where we have lots of snakes! Loved your snake story... so cute! Glad he/she is still among the living. Also, to me that looks like a garter (harmless) snake. Thanks for sharing. You definitely have a way with...
Refrigerate Facial Moisturizer In The Summer
Thanks for the cool (literally) moisturizing tips. ;D Great ideas! I also put my body spritzer sprays in the refrigerator. These are light...mostly water with great scents like coconut, vanilla, verbena, etc. Then spray myself when I come in from gardening...
Garden: Carrots
This to me is art. Enter this photo in a contest. I am certain you will win big! Good Luck! Sharon Stone Gibson, Costa Rica
Removing Grout from Tile?
My husband is a builder so I have cleaned my share of grout off tiles. If it is only the filmy substance left on top of the tiles, use a solution of white vinegar and water with a Scotch Brite pad. If the grout is heavier, use very, very light fine grade wet...
Li'l AJ (Maltese/Chihuahua)
How absolutely adorable! I want one! Looks like a beautiful accident of genetics!
Halloween: Mermaid Costume
This is absolutely adorable and what a perfect little diva of the sea! Love it! Have fun on Halloween and be safe!
Dog's Urine Smells Bad?
Is your dog getting enough water? Sometimes dark, smelly urine is because they are dehydrated and not getting enough fresh water. Their urine concentrates and appears to be very dark yellow and even thick looking. Take him to your vet. You might try changing...
"Toad in the Hole" French Toast
I love this recipe! We have made it in our southern family for years. We call it Bird Nests because the hole in the toast that you put the egg into looks like a little nest. To make it look even more like a real birds nest, we surround the egg with some homemade...
Screen Printing at Home
I have always wanted to learn fabric screening. This was helpful, but would be much more effective with photos. I am a visual learner. Kind regards.
