School Bus Safety
These are wonderful tips and things that every bus driver should certainly be doing. However, most drivers never see the cars that hit children crossing the roadway. As we all know a vehicle can be in the danger zone in a blink of an eye. Its so very important...
Cleaning Bathtub Rings?
Try The Works. It comes in tub and tile cleaner and toilet cleaner. You can get it in a spray bottle or squeeze bottle. It will clean it in a second. You can look at your local Everythings a Dollar type store. Thats where I get mine. The Dollar General carries...
Microfiber Cleaning System For Wood Floors?
I totally agree with the other postings but just wanted to add something. The pads on the Swifter wet jet is excellent for picking up pet hair. So I dont use the spray liquid with my swifter. I use a spray bottle with 1/8 lemon juice then equal parts of vinegar...
Painting My Daughter's Room?
I suggest just painting it white or egg shell. Then maybe adding a border. The thing about little girls is that in a few years when she starts school she maybe into something totally different than the decor she has now. Then you will have to repaint. Ive always...
Sore Cracked Nipples from Breastfeeding?
I wouldnt. I would double check that my baby was latching on to the breast correctly. Thats the number one cause of sore nipples. Dont be embarrassed to call the hospital back and request an appointment with the La Leche nurse. She will assist you on the proper...
I Have The Worst Luck Washing Walls!
I use a spray bottle. I use a solution of 2 tbs of alcohol(this helps the walls dry faster) then half water, half vinegar. I wipe the walls with a damp sponge, then mist the walls with the vinegar solution. Then wipe again with the sponge. I keep the sponge...
I Have The Worst Luck Washing Walls!
I use a spray bottle. I use a solution of 2 tbs of alcohol(this helps the walls dry faster) then half water, half vinegar. I wipe the walls with a damp sponge, then mist the walls with the vinegar solution. Then wipe again with the sponge. I keep the sponge...
Christmas Gifts Using White Chocolate?
You could always freeze it then break it up with a hammer and use the chunks in baking just like you would use the chips.
Decorating Red Satin Sheets?
How about painting the wall behind his head board black and the other walls white. He could use a wall paper border on the white walls with lots of reds and blacks to tie it all in. Or paint the walls white, roll on some red paint like a wall paper border would...
How to clean 30 years worth of dirt of a floor?
Try using liquid dishwasher detergent. The cheaper walmart brand is best. Just squeeze out a line of it and smear it with a damp sponge mop until the entire floor is covered. Try to keep it thick. Let it sit for a couple of hours then mop it up and rinse the...
Questions About Soapmaking?
Below you will find a link to a lye calculator. You just put in the amounts of oil that your are using and it will calculate the amount of lye you need and the amount of water. As far as temps go, it varies with each soapmaker but anywhere between 100 degrees...
Meat Grilling Tips?
One of my favorite rubs for grilling meats is prepared yellow or brown mustard. Just rub the meat with the mustard and let sit overnight (in the fridge). Throw on the grill with the mustard still on it. Your meat will have a nice flavor but not a mustard taste...
Painting a Porch Floor?
You can paint your porch floor with Kilz which will keep any other paints and dirt from seeping through the new paint. Then paint your floor with regular good quality paint then use polyurethane to seal it. Or something like Thompsons waterseal. It may be more...
Lousy Motel - Do I Have To Pay?
I agree that writing a letter to the main office of the motel chain would be your best bet. But sure to copy the letter to the BBB, the college, the health department and your credit card company. Make sure you put the CC: on the letter so the hotel can see...
Red Clay Stains on Alencon Lace?
I know that Zest bar soap gets red clay stains off white baseball pants. Might be worth a try.
Black Stain On Polyester Khakis?
If you know someone that makes homemade soap, buy a bar. It works wonders for removing stains. There is a Castile soap that is sold in stores but Im not sure of the brand name.
Cleaning Up After a Shedding Dog?
Dog hair can be aggravating but you can help control it. Be sure to brush your dog daily. Do it outside. If the dog mainly likes being on your bed, then spread an old sheet on it or better yet an old blanket. Blankets seem to attract dog hair. You might try...
Making Removable Gold Hair Coloring?
I think I would check with my local party supply store. They usually sell costumes and accessories for costumes. You may find the colored spray for hair.
Fun, Frugal Mother's Day Ideas For Mom and Teens?
I love the picnic basket idea! Take along some games, maybe horseshoes or a boardgame. Dont forget some flowers. Wild flowers in a mason jar would be fitting.
High School Senior Dinner Centerpieces and Favors?
We attended a banquet last week that had very interesting center peices. They filled mason jars with liquid tempra paint in the school colors. It looked just like candles. More water was added than when the paint is mixed for painting. Balloons were tied to...
How to Make Mother's Day Special?
I really like the idea of breakfast in bed. It could be just something really simple like toast and juice. Look around your neighborhood and ask a neighbor if you can pick a flower from their garden and just put it in a juice glass on her breakfast tray. Maybe...
An Indoor Wedding For Less Than $1,500?
First off, where are you getting married? If youre marrying in a church, most churches have fellowship halls where your reception can be held at no cost. You can also ask your local American Legion or any civic organization to allow you to use their facilities...
Italian Coconut Cream Cake
Robin, Thanks for the smile. That was my Dads favorite cake. His been gone for 3 years now but everytime I hear this cake mentioned, I have to smile in reminder of him and his sweet tooth. Karen
Gift Ideas for a Blind Woman?
My grandmother is blind. She always appreciates home baked goodies. I try to bake something for her atleast once a week. The audio book is a good idea but to make it more thrify you could read the book and tape the audio yourself. You could offer to write letters...
Newpaper Ads on Leather Car Seats?
Try using hairspray the cheaper the better, spray on heavily and wipe it off with a hot damp cloth. If that doesnt work try leather shoe cleaner and if that doesnt work try using Dawn dishwashing liquid. If nothing works take it to the car dealer where you...
Ground Cover for Moist Ground?
Depending on where you live, Moss Rose is great ground cover. Plus it blooms and is very pretty.
Blistex Stains On Clothing?
Put some Dawn dishwashing liquid on the stains. Squirt it on, rub it in, let it soak for a little while then wash as usual.
Pit Bull Eating Grass?
Check her gums to see if they are white instead of pink, if so thats a sure sign that she has internal worms. Shell need a worm treatment if thats the case. Cows milk is not good for puppies. If you cant find dogs milk try using canned goats milk. Its much...
Cleaning an Antique Crystal Decanter?
Try putting some rice or a good amount of salt with a little bit of water. Shake it really good. That should give you a good scrubbing action.
Ink Stain On White Mattress?
The hairspray is the best idea but if that dont work use Dawn dishwashing liquid. Put on dot of Dawn on the stain and rub it with a damp wash cloth. After the stain is gone blow dry the spots with your hair dryer.
Academic Recognition Dinner Centerpieces?
You can always use floating candles. Walmart has a small ivy bowl for around $.77. You can fill it with uncolored water and purchase green floating candles. The flame of the candle will give you the gold reflection in the water and your candle can be green...
Baby Shower Games, Decorating and Food Ideas?
For food I would just keep it simple. The cake with maybe some chips and nuts. Generally showers are given after meals so you dont have to actually feed people a meal. If you want to go with something more, make some finger sandwiches using egg salad or tuna...
Preserving Homemade Masks and Creams?
Puncture a vitamin E gel pill with a straight pin and add to your product. Depending on the amount of product you may need two or three. You usually can find vitamin E lots cheaper at places like the Dollar Zone or Everythings a Dollar. You can also check with...
Cleaning Smelly, Musty Suits?
Trying placing them in a large garbage bag,(on the hanger, overlapping the open part of the bag on the neck of the clothes hanger) with baking soda sprinkled in the bottom of the bag. Thats how I store my winter coats and sweaters. They always smell fresh even...
Cooking for One?
May I first suggest that you ask him if he wants help with his meal planning. Hes in his twenties, lived away from you for a few years and is a grown man. He may not need help planning his menu. It would be horrible for you guys to start off on the wrong foot...
