Thread Not Catching When Sewing Lightweight Fabric?
Try reading this: http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/4302/understanding-thread-tension/page/all This article seems to know what its talking about and mentions needing to change tension for different threads and fabrics. Since your machine works fine on one...
Paint Color Advice for Black and White Kitchen?
Id go with something light since the black cabinets are on the top. Personally, I think soft green, blue, or purple would look great!
What Can I Feed a Goldfish Other Than Fish Food?
I agree. Feed it regular fish food, not Oreos! And you should probably wait to feed it until tomorrow, then pick a time of day that youll be able to remember every day so that the goldfish always eats at the same time. And dont feed it too much! Follow the...
Birthday Gift Ideas for 18 Year Old Brother?
Wishful keychains are fun; get him a Porsche or Jaguar one (or whatever dream car he fancies).
Cleaning a Wedding Dress?
Thank so so much to everyone for your good wishes, compliments, and ideas! I feel like Ive got a whole bunch of encouraging and wonderful bridesmaids! Im sure Ill be able to get the dress nicely cleaned now. Thanks again, so much, for your help and comments...
My Frugal Life: A Winter Miracle
This is the best Christmas story ever. It made me cry and made me so thankful for Gods ability to love us through other people. Your ladies group is what its all about.
Bathroom Paint Color Advice to Tone Down Pink Countertop?
Brown or green (not pastels!) should help tone it down. Another great place to get some ideas is the paint counter at your hardware store; grab samples! Good luck, salmon pink is a challenge!
Pamper the Mom, Too?
Thanks for all the detailed and encouraging feedback! Im happy to say that my sister was thrilled with the necklace and the gifts for the babies. And everything looks great for their delivery next month! Thanks again for all the good wishes!
Decorating Ideas That are Gender Neutral?
Red and tan with black framed art on the walls. Smashing color combo and easy to clean. Throw in a few potted cacti if youre good with plants!
Easter Gift Basket for Husband Who Loves Books, Video Games, and Cooking?
Hit a used bookstore too--you can pick up lots of titles (especially cookbooks) quite cheaply. If youre set on new books and your husband is an adventurous reader, try doverpublications.com. They have paperback editions of classic books, many for a dollar! The...
Sunken Top on Quick Bread?
Heres a good link: http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2009/aug/05/fine-cooking-offers-tips-to-avoid-sunken-quick/?print-friendly Sounds like overfilling pans and too high an oven temperature are common culprits, but lots more info is provided.
Decorating A Pink Bathroom?
Use black as an accent color. A black bathmat and black and white patterned shower curtain would look cool with some wrought-iron looking candle sconces or decorations on the wall. Good luck!
City Bear, Country Bear Book Title?
Thank you, Jenny1970, but it wasnt a Berenstein Bears book. I remember those clearly! I think the husbands name was Stan (or maybe Dan. I remember that it rhymed with Jan).
In Memory Of Diana (Striped Tabby)
I so appreciate your kind words about my lovely angel-cat! I do miss her, but I have so many good memories (and now good comments) regarding her that I feel my life is still enriched by her furry little self. Theres a new kitty at my house now, and were getting...
Buy Teachers' Gifts Now
I am a teacher and would absolutely appreciate the gifts mentioned in this article, but please dont forget that teachers love sincere notes of appreciation. Its even better if you provide a copy of the note to my principal.
Making a Room More Colorful Without Paint?
Fold paper cranes or stars from colorful origami paper (available at Michaels craft store, sometimes at Walmart, and at Asian grocery markets). There are often directions included with origami paper, or you can get books from the library, or look here: http...
Jam Cake
Hi Frazzled Leslie! Im sure your berries in syrup would work. The recipe is incredibly forgiving; you might just need to bake it a little longer. The crushed pineapple would probably work too, but Id drain the juice on that one (and drink it)! Have fun!
Consequences For Lying and Back Talking?
I teach middle school, so I know all about this stuff. You need to act quickly. She is forming habits that will last a lifetime. First, you and her mother and any other involved adults need to agree to form a united front. Kids will find the weakest authority...
Consequences For Lying and Back Talking?
Oh yeah, and, dont get into yelling fights with them. Let them have it out. This is hard because your emotions are involved too. But, yelling back creates more yelling. After they have their say, speak as calmly as you can (but dont smile because then they...
Cleaning a Film on Pyrex?
Have you tried soaking them in straight white vinegar? If the film is hard water, the vinegar will take it off if soaked overnight. Learned this from my grandma--a total vinegar cheerleader!
Food Ideas?
Make a comfort-food casserole/one pot meal sort of dish. Chicken broccoli rice casserole is a good one--check recipezaar.com for recipes. Add a salad if you wish. Deliver the casserole in a disposable pan so that the grieving family has no cleanup and no pan...
Sherbet-Orange Colored Walls?
Thank you everyone! I think I am going to combine several of your ideas! I will paint the floor soft yellow, then make a white floorcloth with stenciled ferns in a few different shades of dark green. Thanks again for all your help!
