Keep Refilling Pump Lotions to Get Every Bit
I find that heating the empty bottle before inverting it into the funnel and new bottle helps the lotion flow faster. I usually just put it in a bowl of hot water but the micro would work, too.
Name Brand vs. Generic Brand?
Megan: I prefer Betty Crocker cake mix when I use a boxed mix (which isnt often) and WILL NOT buy Duncan Hines. Gereric cake mix is (in my opinion) not good at all.
Cleaning Grout?
Maybe your grout is dirtier than mine, but I just apply some Soft Scrub with a cloth making sure its covering all the grout. Then I have a glass of tea while it works. I go back after about a half hour and use a stiff brush to scrub. It doesnt take much scrubbing...
Nail Polish Remover on Leather?
I used paste shoe polish on my dark brown leather furniture and it covered a spot nicely. Also, they make leather dye for home use. Check with a good leather furniture store.
Decorative Cake Pan Stepping Stones
Thats a great idea! We have a new grassless spot between the back door and the wood shed and Ive wanted some stones forhis and just mighttry this idea. I dont have any pans but Ill bet I could find some at Godwill. I think Id like several designs but I could...
Should Parents Share Their Financial Circumstances with Adult Children?
My husband and I have a combined total of 8 children and we dont tell them anything about our finances. Its none of their business. Once in awhile one of them will approach us with an idea for making money (usually the younger ones!) and then we tell them we...
Protecting Family Finances After a Divorce?
You need to consult an attorney. This is too important to take advice from those of us here on TF. I suspect there arent many of us who are lawyers.
Feeding Multiple Cats Different Food?
Thats a toughie! About all you can do is feed then pick the food up and do this a few times a day. Cats prefer to graze but they cant with this problem going on.
Raising a Friendly Pit Bull?
Never heard that about losing smell, but I do know that the most important thing to help a dog be friendly is socialization. Introduce the dog to a variety of kind people and dont allow him to be mistreated by anyone. Its a theory that staying on a chain helps...
Birds Prefer Dry Cat Food to Seed?
As far as I know there is no way to stop birds from doing this. The jays have cleaned out a large bowl at my house in just a morning. I just feed my cat and bring the bowl in and out, in and out.
Painting Walls to Coordinate With Bedspread?
Ok, I cant see a picture (think The Emperors New Clothes) but I would go with an off white (egg shell) color.
Keeping Dog Off the Bed?
Two things come directly to mind. Shut the bedroom door and/or leave the dog outside. I dont know how you deal with a dog that large even in the rest of the house.
Getting Rid of Red Ants?
I read in an ad for a gardening mag. that you can put cucumber peelings on an ant hill and theyd either leave or die. Dont remember which.
Creative Ideas for Setting Up a Kindergarten Classroom?
I used stations all over the room. I had a regular play station with about 10 pounds of cheap rice in a tub that could be covered with a few measuring cups and spoons inside. I had a word station with a hanging pocket chart of words that we were working on...
Removing Odor from Vintage Clothing?
I agree with MCW. Vinegar will do the trick except that I would just use vinegar this next washing instead of adding detergent since you already did that.
Removing Pet Urine Stains from Carpets?
I read somewhere (cant remember where) to pour peroxide on the spot and dab it up with a cloth. I had a spot that I had tried everything else on and the dark ring just got bigger. I poured the peroxide on. dabbed the spot, then put the cloth down and pressed...
Catching Baby Geese to Take to Wildlife Rescue Organization?
I cant imagine why they would tell you to catch them! Most wildlife people say leave them and the parents will be back. Id go away and let the older parents come. They could be scared with you there. It would be unusual for something to happen to both parents...
Organization Ideas For Small Bedroom?
I would avoid lots of fluff: ruffles and lace and the like. Id use straight lines and simple fabrics. Id paint the walls a very light color (actually Id choose off white) to enlarge the space. I would try to keep pictures limited to the walls and then only...
Grinding Meat?
I use the leanest cut I can find and since almost all beef has some fat I find the natural marbeling to be enough. If Im browning the ground meat I have to add a bit of water to the skillet so it wont stick but I want the leanest possible meat. I season after...
Fabrics to Use for Making Rice Heat Therapy Bags?
I use flannel. I would think what your talking about might melt.
Growing and Storing Vegetables for a Family of Four?
It would be impossible for me to guess how much of each vegetable for you to plant because I have no idea how your family eats. One eggplant would be waaaay too much for us but we can easily use 12 tomato plants since I make lots of spaghetti sauce, chili, soup...
Cook With Coconut Oil
I too must agree with previous posters. My neighbor is singing the praises of coconut oil lately so I did some research. Im sticking with my canola.
How Do I Make a Time Capsule?
I think a metal tool box inside a large plastic leaf bag should do it. Were always hearing about how long it takes plastic to break down.
Use Cloth Napkins Instead Of Paper
I buy small towels from places like Walmart and if theyre long enough I cut them in half and make 2 napkins. They are great for messy finger foods (bbq chicken for one) and can be tossed in with the other linens. When its just the 2 of us we can use 1 napkin...
Trouble Getting Motivated to Clean Room?
I agree with OliveOyl: JUST DO IT! Do you think we (or your mother) WANT to do it either? Even if its not yours its where YOU live so it should matter. Ok, lecture over. Start with one area or place or thing. Clean off the dresser and dust it. OR pick up all...
Using a Glove on Either Your Right or Left Hand
Well, thats such a simple idea it makes me wonder why we all havent been doing this instead of saving all those lefties for who-knew-what reason! I bet Ive got a 5 year supply. My husband says Im a pack rat but now the rats on him because I CAN use them. Thanks
Blue Heron is Eating My Koi?
Maybe you could cover the pond with some kind of netting. Fish hatcheries do that.
Can Only One Vaccinated Puppy in a Litter Get Parvo?
She sounds like a trouble maker to me. If you know anything about vaccinating puppies you know that only 1 vaccination is not considered full coverage. Even with the full series there are break throughs and vaccinations may not protect a dog against parvo. I...
Should I Deadhead My Iris?
I always do just because it makes the blooming ones look bad. I dont think it matters to the plant.
Best Carpet Choice for a Sewing Room?
If I had a choice I wouldnt have carpet at all. My last house had hardwood in the sewing room and it was great. This house has Berber carpet and I really dont like it. Stuff (pins, needles) gets lost in it and I cant find it. I have to drag out the vacuum to...
Can I Use Meat That Was Left to Defrost on Counter?
Yes, theyre fine. Obviously if youre not going to cook them now put them in the fridge.
Climbing Rose
Oh, I am SOOOO jealous! I used to have roses until my huband moved us to the frozen tundra of Eastern Oregon high in the hills. NOTHING grows here except snow! Your roses are beautiful.
Add Coffee Creamer for Tastier Pasta Dishes
Well, Ill declare! I never would have thought of that. When my mother visited last year, she left a huge container of creamer here and since we dont use it, Ill try your hint. Thanks for sharing.
What is Cutting Off the Blooms of My Iris?
I dont know about iris blooms but I do know that baby deer used to bite off the blooms of my vegetable plants. They didnt eat them, just bit the blooms off and dropped them. Little rascals!!!
Is a Staffordshire Bull Terrier the Same as a Pitbull?
The short answer is in the veterinary world, they are one and the same.
Why Have the Goldfinches Left My Yard?
Well, I know they migrate. We have them for a couple of days about twice a year and they move on.
Why is My Cat Itching?
Ear mites can only live in a warm moist place so they dont spread to other parts of the body. You vet should have a diagnisis for you as to the cause of the itching. I know youve already sunk quite a bit into this problem with this vet but it may be time to...
Removing Musty Odor from an Antique Trunk?
Id wash it inside and out with a barely damp cloth saturated in vinegar. Then Id leave it open out in the sun for a week. Next, Id set a bowl of either baking soda or charcoal in it and bring it inside to see how it does. Charcoal removes the smell from old...
Transplanting a Bleeding Heart Plant?
You should be able to. Just be sure you dig deep and wide so as not to disturb the roots any more than necessary.
Dog Getting Parvo Shot After Having Parvo?
You should take these questions to your veterinarian. Hes the one who will know whats best.
How Can I Resolve a Repair Dispute With Condo Manager?
I agree with Ann Parker. You need to go to court over this.
Moving Duck Eggs?
Its not likely that you can move wild duck nests and have the mother stay with them.
Cat With Eye Discharge?
Go to your vet and ask for a tube of Terramycin ointment. Dont ask what to do for gunky eyes because they will tell you to bring them in. They cant diagnosis without seeing and charging. Wash the eyes from the inside corner to the outside and use a clean cloth...
How Often Should Sheets and Mattress Pads Be Washed?
Ive always changed my sheets weekly, no matter what. I change the mattress pad about every 3 months except in the summer when I do it about every other month.
Can I Make Bread Without the Paddle Hole from the Machine?
Ive used bread machines since 1992 and I dont believe there is any way to cook a loaf in a machine without the holes. I dont like them either so I finish the loaf in a regular loaf pan. Perfect bread, no holes and it rises more for me.
Why is My Dishwasher Leaving a Dirty Gritty Residue?
Some dishwashers have a filter that needs to be cleaned out. One of mine had a filter on the sink that had to be unscrewed and cleaned. My newest dishwasher says I dont have to rinse dishes first but if I dont I get that dirty grit also. Maybe try rinsing like...
How Long Can a Spider Plant Live?
Ive had them live for years...until I got too busy and didnt care for them properly.
Create A Coupon Book For Shopping
Wow! Youre a serious couponer! We dont have access to many coupons and have even fewer stores that advertise and have coupons. Lucky you!
Feeding an Adult Basset Hound?
Monthly schedule? I dont know about a month but can give advice about daily feeding. When I was working as my veterinarian husbands office manager we would advise people to put down an amount of food that the dog would readily consume in about 10-15 minutes...
Mud Stains on Clothing?
I had a bad episode this weekend where every item of clothing on my body ended up soaked in very wet cow manure and mud...dont ask, its not a nice story. Just picture this slightly plump old woman sprawled out about 20 feet from a fairly busy road yelling her...
Dogs Wet Their Bed?
How long is she staying in there? Does she go potty right before bed time? Maybe you could take her water away abput 3-4 hours before bed. However, if shes been doing this every night for 2 years youre going to have a really hard time stopping it.
Pamper the Mom, Too?
I agree with everybody else. I think that would be more than appropriate, it would be special and most welcome. Shell always remember when she got the gift from her sister.
Recipe for a Small One Layer Cake?
I dont have a recipe for a 1 layer but what I do is make a regular cake and freeze half. Since there are now just 2 of us our cakes have grown furr before we could get them eaten! Freezing half solved that problem.
Keep Chocolate From Dogs?
The smaller the dog the greater the risk with chocolate. A lab can eat a Hershey bar and have loose stools while a chihuahua can get very sick with the same Hershey bar. The doctor wasnt terribly concerned because he knew your dog wasnt going to die or even...
Glenn (Welch Corgi)
Some of the nicest and most handsome guys are named Glenn! Thats our youngest sons name...hence GlennsMom.
Indoor Cat Got Out for the Night?
Kittens in 63 days maybe.... Also check her for fleas. You dont want those in your house!
Can Dogs Get Parvo Again?
These are questions best brought to your veterinarian. However, just diarrhea with no vomiting is usually NOT a sign of parvo. I wouldnt push food. He knows how is stomach feels. Id at least call the vet in the morning and get professional advice. Ive never...
Saving for Emergencies on a Tight Budget?
Without knowing any of your expenses its impossible to know whats happening to your money. You need to go for an entire month and write down every penny you spend. Then at the end of a day or week or month look to see what youre doing that you could stop doing...
Can You Reuse Potting Soil?
I use mine every year. I usually add some new stuff (soil) and it works fine.
Crocheted Slippers
What a great gift idea! Around here lots of people want you to remove your shoes when you come inside, and some people make lots of crocheted slippers but Ive never seen any this cute. Ill bet you wouldnt have trouble getting people to wear these, but you may...
Clean Clothes Smell Bad?
You must be new to TF or youd know this is a problem many, many people have. I used to have this with my towels which smelled clean after washing and drying, but smelled like mildew when they got damp again. Now I use vinegar in my wash instead of fabric softener...
Clean Kitchen After Cooking
Gee whiz! My mother right here on ThriftyFun! This was her mantra all my at home years. I REALLY hate to admit that she was right, but she was!
Dog Keeps Eating Grass?
Its an old wives tale that dogs eat grass when theyre sick. Dogs just DO that. I think all my dogs have eaten grass at some time or other. The two that I have now LOVE fresh spring grass and eat their fill. Then theyll run and play and roll in it. I guess thats...
Berkley (Minature Dapple Dachshund)
He gets his own pancake, place-mat and cup? Wow, what a pampered pooch! Hes a cutie and I can see why you wont part with him.
Birds Eating Our Dog's Food?
My veterinarian husband tells people to only put out as much food as the dog will eat in about 15 minutes. Any more is not wanted by the dog right then. He/she may come around and snack all day but that isnt good for the dog and allows others to eat your dogs...
Retaining Independence and Self Confidence in a Relationship?
I cant imagine whats going on so this may not fit. I dont work well with hints and dont like them so I go direct. When Im feeling pushed out of shape I give myself a couple of days to see if how I feel is REALLY whats happening. If I still feel the same way...
Reducing the Cost of Feeding a Family
A town near me had classes once that were designed to teach those on food stamps how to stretch their money and I was surprised at the basic common sense things people had to be taught. Everybody could use some tips, not just food stamp users. I was taught...
Show Up REALLY Early at Garage Sales
I know this was a joke (I finally figured it out!) but I also know for a fact there are people who actually do this! My friend (I use the term loosely!) used to do this all the time and then wanted me to go the next morning with her to the same sales. Not my...
Share Your Family Memories
My favorite funny memory isnt mine at all. It happened to my aunt from PA. when her children were all small. She was tending her 3 babies (4,3, 18 months) on Sunday and one of them was too sick with a cold to get out for Sunday School so she decided to have...
Paint Color Ideas for Room with Light Carpet?
What other colors will be in the room? Is it a bedroom or living room or something else? I think that makes a difference. When I first read oyster colored carpet I pictured a light cocoa colored wall but that might change if there was a dark brown couch and...
How Often Do You Feed a Two Month Old Puppy?
Puppies that age should be fed 3 times a day and just the amount they will readily consume. This means they should have food put down and given 10-15 minutes to eat and then pick it up. If food is left down all the time they tend to overeat. Just like I do...
Dog Urinates Inside When Left Alone?
Neutering him wont stop him from urinating where you dont want him to. It only stops him from breeding. If you dont want to crate him youve got to either put him outside or in a room that you dont mind being wet. Hes punishing you for leaving him...most likely...
Buddy (Miniature Dachshund)
He looks just like my little Penny Louise! We absolutly adore this dog. Maybe were so close to her because the children are gone from home. We have group hugs with Dad, Penny, and me because she wont allow a hug without her being included. Doxies are the best...
Joint Birthday Parties?
A giant bar-b-que sounds great! The little guy isnt going to know much so you wont have to do too much that way and can focus on dads friends. Probably dad has some friends who have children close in age so there should be plenty to play with. Im all in favor...
Improving Relationship with Estranged Relatives?
Did they ask for this advice, recommendations, and points of view?
Including Meat or Animal Products in Compost?
I dont put any meat products in my compost AT ALL and still have a very fat mouse living there! I guess he/she likes lettuce and carrots!
When Do Puppies Open Their Eyes?
They usually open their eyes on about the 10th day; some a bit earlier and some a bit later.
What is This Fruit and How Do I Prepare It?
Id look at the sticker and call (or visit) the store and ask what they are. How odd!
Defrosting and Cleaning a Freezer?
Round up a few large boxes, the heavier the better. Unplug the freezer. Unload the items quickly trying to place like items together without taking too much time to sort. Cover each box as its filled completely with a large blanket folded as small as the box...
Maytag Front Load Washer Error Codes?
My front load Kenmore did that a couple of times and I had to flip the breaker (couldnt reach the plug) to get it to stop. It hasnt done it in a couple of years,,,never did discover the problem but it stopped. Maybe yours will too.
Remembering Things Without a Note
My poor husband has left the cattle water running sooo many times and its such a waste and such a mess that he had to think of something to remind himself. Now he turns his hat backwards when he turns the water on. This may not seem like much but as far as...
Yellow Stains on Bathroom Walls and Floor?
How old is the little boy who uses that toilet? Maybe dad needs to retrain him!
Cleaning Antique Oak Furniture?
I wouldnt use soap and water on wood. I always use Murphys on my wood. Recently I found a product called Feed-N-Wax. Its by Howard (never heard of it.) and the instructions are to apply with a cloth, wait 20 minutes, then buff off. I garnered quite a bit of...
What is This Plant?
I agree with DeBushe. You have a Pothos, probably 2 kinds. Take it from this brown thumb: you cant kill them!
Old Microwave for Bread Box
How fortunate to have enough counter space for 2 microwaves! I can barely fit 1 on mine.
Sewing Without a Pattern?
Somebody is probably going to prove me wrong but I dont think youll be able to do it. Youre new to sewing and you want to make professional clothing without a pattern? I dont think you can. Sorry, I might be wrong, but I dont think so.
Two Sets of Measuring Utensils
I taught my grandaughters that and they looked at me like they thought I was a genius!
