Dealing With a Verbally Abusive Husband?
First thing I would do is get a new phone number. If he doesnt know your number he cant text you.
How To Appreciate Cobbler Crust
What wonderful memories your story evoked in many Im sure. Im a Baby Boomer but the story of that cobbler had my mouth watering. My mum made the best apple pies. She was one of those fortunate people who could make any pastry perfectly. Sadly I didnt inherit...
Help for Hair Damaged by Perm?
The first thing you should do is go back to the hairdresser. It sounds as if your hair has been burned by the perming solution. Is it falling out roots and all or is it just breaking off at the scalp? If the hairdresser is no help get a second opinion and also...
HP Ink Cartridges Have an Expiration Date
Thanks for this advice. I had it happen to me just last week, so I will be checking from now on.
Remedy for Greasy Hair?
First thing is to stop washing your hair every day. This stimulates the oil glands then when you brush it the oil is spread throughout the hair. The longer you can leave it the better it will get. Start by washing every second day then add an extra day as you...
Create a Work Club for Household Chores
What a stunningly brilliant idea. Sounds like it has many advantages for all concerned. Proves also how mega multi talented women are. You go girl!
Easy Way to Identify Different Size Bed Sheets?
Embroidery K in the corners of the King size sheets in Red thread. It doesnt have to be large and Red thread will stand out on white.
Sharing Expenses With Live-in Girlfriend?
If she was paying rent plus all the utilities before it can only be the fact that you are buying your house. May be she can pay all utilities if she wont pay towards the mortgage. If she wont do this I would suggest you re-think the decision to move in together...
Using E-Cigarettes to Quit Smoking?
I seriously tried 7 times to stop smoking. I could go 3 months but then everything would fall apart. It didnt matter if I went cold turkey or had tablets from the doctor. Even a second script of the tablets (which meant 6 months without cigarettes) made no...
Top Thread is Not Picking Up Bobbin Thread?
Try rethreading your machine. Some of todays machines are very finicky.
Top Thread Won's Stay Threaded Through Needle?
Take it back to the dealer. But before you do, read the manual. Are you leaving a long enough thread tail?
Quitting Smoking?
Yes it is normal. As Deeli says its like mourning the death of a best friend. If it keeps up though see your doctor. My doctor sent me to a psychiatrist and I found out I was also having a physical reaction. She put me on anti depressants and next month I will...
Cleaning Old Coins?
If you just want them to look shiny, soak in Coca Cola overnight. If you are collecting them I would suggest contacting an expert. Look in the yellow pages. There should be dealers but also clubs you can contact.
Rusty Cookie Cutters?
Ball up some Alfoil (Aluminum wrap) run under the tap then rub the cutter with it. I have removed rust of chrome lots of times but have to admit havent used it on cookie cutters. It may work and if not no harm done.
Removing Scented Oil Type Odor from House?
Washing walls, air filters, etc. all take time and if this is giving you headaches now, I guess you want a now solution. Leave small dishes of coffee beans around. These are used in perfume departments to remove the smell of one perfume before trying another...
Back Child Support?
Stand up and be a man. Accept your responsibilities now because you obviously didnt in the past if your daughter is 21 and you still owe.
Holes in Tee Shirts?
My daughter nearly tore her hair out with the same problem. Do you have Caesar Stone or marble benches. We even tried a stocking on the edge of the benches and it didnt snag. A friend of her had the same problem so they got the people out who made the bench...
Birthday Camping Trip
Sounds like a win /win situation and lots of good clean fun. Well done and I hope some other parents take note of your post. My son-in-law has been taking my grandson since he was about three and its always a special time for them because son-in-law works overseas...
Removing Multiple Layers of Paint from Wood Work?
If using paint stripper cover in cling wrap after applying. Leave for about 20 minutes then peel away. This helped me remove 12 layers of paint. Know this because each one was a different color.
How Do Remove Rust from Bike Wheels and Handlebars?
Wad up a ball of cooking foil run it under water and rub on the rust. May take longer than chemicals but is better for you and the environment. Also it wont scratch the surface youre working on.
Bleach to Clean Hard Surfaces
Vinegar & bicarb work just as well without the bleach smell and are much better for you and the environment & cost mere cents.
Cleaning Soap Scum on Shower Doors?
Best thing I know is vinegar and baking soda. I use this for most of my cleaning. No chemicals so is good for me and the environment.
Saving Money on Cereal
If you have too much oats, rice, bran in fact anything that may develop weevils, grubs or moths store it in the freezer. I also store flour, breadcrumbs and gravy mix in the freezer.
Removing Bleach Stain from a White Shirt?
The marks left by bleach are not stains. They are where the colour has been removed by the bleach. If they are only small a coloured sharpie might fix the problem. If its a large mark bleach the whole article then re dye.
Bypassing Automated Phone Systems
Thank you for this . I look forward to not hanging at the end of a phone for hours trying to get things done. One of the best hints ever.
Soft Fluffy Towels?
Try rinsing using washing soda. It removes any excess soap which is what makes your towels hard. Dissolve in hot water. Im never without washing soda. I have washed poly filled doonas and they came out looking like new. Because it gets very hot here in Queensland...
How Do I Get Rid of Blue Jays?
Try spraying WD40 around the area. It works for pigeons here in Australia.
Bar of Soap Clogging the Toilet?
Pour a can of Coke down the toilet.Coke can lift paint varnish from wood so should be able to take care of soap.
Growing Strawberries in a Wheelbarrow
For chipmunks, skunks, birds or whatever try covering with a dome of bird wire. May not look great but you would have your strawberries.
