Is This Mold?
I too am from Ontario. Please find a copy of Ontarios Landlord and Tenant Act, you probably get it on the Ontario Government website or an Service Ontario center. There should a Housing Authority near or where you live. Find out your rights fast. Your local...
The Frugal Organizer
Actually, I did what you did, but I used color themes and sealed the caps with glue, added a hanger and gave them as gifts last Christmas. I am trying to use and purge in my craft area, so this was a step in right direction. I made two and still have clear...
The Frugal Organizer
Actually, I did what you did, but I used color themes and sealed the caps with glue, added a hanger and gave them as gifts last Christmas. I am trying to use and purge in my craft area, so this was a step in right direction. I made two and still have clear...
What Is This Houseplant? (Amaryllis)
This flower is called an amaryllis. It can be purchased in most gardening sections, especially this time of year. It is a large bulb that comes in a kit box, bulb, soil and pot.
Herbs and Supplements to Heal a Wound?
Please do not fool around with something like a leg ulcer! Get professional wound care at a hospital if you can. A doctor will refer you. This could be very serious!
Christmas Gift for 16 Year Old Hunter Boyfriend?
How much do you have to spend? Hunters always need pocket packs for keeping hands warm.
Dyeing Black Clothes Yellow?
I assume the word you meant to use was striped stockings. Are they white and black stripes? Im not sure you can dye them yellow because stockings are often synthetic and will dissolve in the bleach you would need to make them white first before dyeing them...
Removing Adhesive from Stick-On Velcro?
Sometimes the adhesive is there to keep the Velcro in place while you sew it. Check and see if it is permanent or not. It should say on the package. I agree that a product that removes stickiness like UnGu would work to remove the adhesive if it is permanent...
Buying Brewer's Yeast?
If there is a place near you where you can brew your own beer or wine, they will carry it. Failing that, try a bulk food store or a health food store. Most likely there are places online as well, google brewers yeast.
Identifying a Bug?
Looks like an earwig. The pic is a little unclear, but if it has pincers on each side of its head, it is. They favor damp and dark places and in my area sometimes come in on mail.
Dyeing Valances?
What kind of fabric are the valances made of? If they are synthetic, they will not take dye that is made for cotton. Perhaps a dye for silk might work, otherwise it may not be feasible.
Repairing Kenmore Sewing Machine?
If there is a belt driving the hand wheel it may be worn, loose or too tight. Perhaps it needs replacing.
Fire Alarm Keeps Beeping?
As a retired firefighters wife, I always suggested calling your local fire department (the non-emergency number). They will answer most questions and may even come over to help you solve the problem. Sometimes they will supply a new alarm at a discount and...
Light Not Working After a Small Popping Sound?
chances are the socket where the light bulb screws into has probably had the little brass piece inside the socket at the bottom burn out. Replace the socket and while youre at it check the wiring.
Craftsman Lawn Tractor Won't Start?
Have the checked the spark plug? If it sparks it should run, unless the gas is bad. Check to see if its getting fuel and the fuel is clean. If not getting fuel, may need to check the fuel filter, which may need replacing. Check float in carb, if stuck, clean...
Craftsman Riding Mower Stalls?
The kill switch may be faulty or completely dead. There is one under the seat and one on the brake pedal. Replacing both switches is best.
Craftsman Riding Lawn Tractor Won"t Start?
Check under the seat for a safety switch, it may be stuck open or closed.
Repurposing or Reusing Socks?
They make terrific dusting cloths. Put them on one or both hands and go for it. Cut off the foot and use the top of the sock to keep wrist and arms warmer. This is especially great if you have arthritis in those areas. If you are crafty, make sock toys like...
50th Birthday Gift Ideas for Mom?
You can find tutorials on making roses out of paper money, just google it. Make her a bouquet of paper money roses. You could also do a scrapbook with pictures featuring her and you sisters and present it. You can also make a DVD or CD of the video you originally...
Sewing Machine Not Feeding Fabric?
time for some professional help or you can try and find a manual for your machine online(especially if it is not new). If it is, I would try to contact the manufacturer concerning the spring(chances are the missing spring may have something to do with your...
Hallway Paint Color Advice?
Because it is a hallway and I assume has only the one curtained window, use a light color like cream or celery green(this would be the lightest tone you can find)
Fantasy Christmas Parade Van/Float Idea?
I would make it like a royal coach, with gold cardboard trim and a lot of satiny ribbon lengths. Put some recycled spring horses on the front and add ribbon reins. If possible, someone could walk beside holding reins, with fancy dressed people walking behind...
Dyeing Clothing?
The problem may be that you tried to dye nylon. Dyes are often made for non-synthetic fabrics.
Thrifty Christmas Tree Theme Ideas?
Gingham fabric torn in strips and tied in bows, pine cones tipped with white craft paint, cinnamon stick log houses would all make nice ornaments for a country tree. String popcorn and cranberries for garland. I actually used packing peanuts in lieu of popcorn...
Ideas for Rain Scarf Container?
Depending on how handy you are, and if you have one of those two piece plastic eggs (the kind that snap together), that would work. But to make it even handier, drill a hole in one half and thread both ends of a piece of ribbon or string through the hole, knotting...
Trim Color Advice to Coordinate with Coral Walls?
I think a nice turquoise in the same color intensity as the coral might look nice.
Home Remedy for Dandruff?
Use a high alcohol mouthwash, think original Listerine. After washing, pour a generous capful or more (depending on the length of your hair) onto your scalp and hair massaging it in well; leave it on for 2-4 minutes then rinse thoroughly. You may notice it...
Repairing a Nylon Zipper That Separated?
This may be a problem for a shoemaker. Separating zippers especially the nylon kind with small fine teeth are nearly impossible to fix.
Remedy for Twitchy Legs?
If you can manage to tolerate it, try drinking tonic water before bed. It contains quinine which is used for people who have malaria. It may help and at least cant hurt.
Organizing Craft Ideas in Hanging File Folders?
I have done what you want to do in hanging folders which I keep in plastic file boxes on wheels. I organized mine by theme. Starting with CRAFT TECHNIQUES, I did as follows: Angels, Babies and Children, Cats etc. Some folders are also color coded, red for Christmas...
