What Can I Use to Weight a Doll?
Try going to your local farm store and buying buckwheat. Usually sells from a bin and you buy what you need. I use this for all of my therapy heating bags. Never use marbles and such, if the doll ever splits open it is a choking danger.
Make Doll House from Old Bookcase
I dont think any submission should be considered as a contender without pictures!
Set-In Stains on Table Linens?
I wash with a cup of white vinegar in the water and then lay the item in the sunshine. Works great on perspiration stains, too.
Odor Coming from Newly Painted Wall?
If the smell is really disagreeable you may have to remove the wall entirely and sheet rock a new one. Maybe an animal like a squirrel or mouse died in between the walls. I sure wouldnt work hard to try to remove it or cover it up. Id make a clean sweep. It...
Clear VHS Cases For Seedlings
Awesome, youre a genius! Can you give us instructions on how you built this from the ground up? Thanks a million!
Hair Irons Stopped Heating Up?
I have the same problem with a relatively new iron. I think it may be caused by hair spray build-up. Sometimes I use hairspray to set a curl while I am doing my whole head. Before I throw mine out I think I will try to remove the hairspray from all those nooks...
Treating an Allergy in a Dog's Ear?
I dont think it is an allergy at all. Sounds like ear mites which all my pets get from time to time. Take a cotton ball or two and swipe the inside of the dogs ear. If it comes out with some gross brown stuff on it...and it smells, its ear mites. I have a homemade...
What Kind of Doll is This?
Hello PupperMom, I didnt know what you meant by poster. Can you detail your answer a bit more? Thanks so much! Pattie
Garden Craft: Bentwood Arbor
Count me in! More detailed info! Ive never made one and could sure use a step by step instruction. Nice work, Cathy!!
Setting Color in Cloth
Im afraid of the turpentine staining the fabrics. I think I have heard of salt used in holding color. Any comments on the turpentine? Thanks!
Substitutes for Cafeteria Food While Visiting the Hospital?
I think it would be a good idea as previously mentioned to shop at some point in the week for cereal, muffins, fruits, bottled drinks etc for his breakfasts. Same for lunch, sandwich fixings, condiments, snacks he enjoys, pickles, olives and a half gallon of...
Summer's Bounty
Lucky you! Here in our small town in Maine we have noticed the huge increase in Farmers Market produce. My husband came home with a dozen small corn that he paid $6 for! We paid $3 for them last summer!!
Upside-Down Tomato Buckets
Hi, Can you give a bit more info on setting up the buckets to hold the tomato plants? How big a hole is in the bottom where the tomato plant is threaded through? What keeps soil from seeping through, especially when you water the tomatos? Thanks.
Purple Clematis
Sally, I bought a stick also, came in a box at the supermarket but I waited to long to plant it. Can you share your tips on growing this beautiful vine??? Thank you!
Maintenance Free Ground Cover?
I have areas that just wont grow grass! I have been thinking about adding some hostas along the foundation on that troubled side of the house and adding groundcover. I really love the periwinkle! Where does one get it....a nursery or is it wild? Thanks!
Rose Petal Beads
I would love to see a picture of your rose beads, especially a finished rosary!!! Thank you.
Craft: Turning Your Squares When Quilting
Add me to the list of How to turn Squares in Quilting for idiots!!!! I have no idea without step by step instructions.
Styling A "Bob" Haircut?
I had my hair bobbed recently and I agree, if its all one length you can sometimes look blah. I clip the hair into large sections and blow dry with a large round brush. When it is sufficiently dry I give a hit of hairspray underneath, at the roots. This gives...
Making Mossy Terra Cotta Pots For Wedding?
I watched a garden show and they said to jump start a mossy pot to take grass or any green leaves and rub them well over the pots. They will start growing moss from rubbing the liguid in the greenery on them.
Tazor (Pug)
Oh, you are practically a neighbor! I share your love of Pugs. I have had two and absolutely adore them. They are just so darn full of personality and they sure know how to get into things! I just loved my Scarlet who has since passed but I am always on the...
Deep in Debt and No Way to Pay?
Living within your means is just good common sense. Cut up those cards and find new ways to pay your bills! I think your hubby needs to come out of retirement, even part time work will help pay monthly bills. Are you disabled to the point where you cant also...
Twig Art Chair
Ok, Carol! Such a great project! Could you repost the pictures without the funky enhancements? Also...your directions for making the chairs. Share! We love them!
Re-Dye Lint Covered Black Clothes
Another good idea that may eliminate the need to dye your pants is to buy a battery operated lint remover. What a god-send!! I bought mine at JC Penny and it has seen more use than any other gadget in my home. It works so wonderful and keeps all my knits looking...
Herb and Spice Charts for Your Refrigerator
Does anyone have a picture of this finished project? Thanks!
Craft: Romantic Stationery
We have a small printery in town that sells office supplies and I found tons of their surplus stationary from orders selling cheap. I bought quite a bit of pastels like pink and green! Envelopes were there also to match!
Use Clear Two Liter Bottles as Gift Wrap
Could you be more descriptive on cutting the H out? Im a bit confused, especially as to why it would be an H and how far you need to cut it etc... Any instructional pictures would help!!! Thanks!
Daisy Kingdom Doll Armoire Pattern?
Let me look through my stash, I have over 170 doll clothes and accessory patterns. Maybe I have it and can send!
Cutting Fabric Strips?
I would love it if you could post your directions for making the crochet fabric rugs! And maybe a couple of pictures to help us see what they look like and how it is done? Thanks!
Young Child Has Started Hitting Parents and Pets?
I wanted to tell all of you that I called and talked to my grandsons doctor. She didnt feel there were any worries at this time. The baby was tested for various things such as autism at 15 months and everything was normal. Im going to take the advice of Malinda...
Young Child Has Started Hitting Parents and Pets?
Me again! Wanted to let you know that my pets are very important to me, they are members of the family. All of us guard the pets when Jack is around them and let him see that we shower them with love and gentleness. We hope he will go back to his old self of...
Smelly Black Tar Stuff in Dogs Ear?
Ear Wash This recipe was given to me by Affordable Neutering and Spaying Clinic in my town. It works perfect and it saved me an expensive vet office visit and the cost of the solution they usually sell me at $12 + tax. 1/4 cup warm water 1/4 cup white vinegar...
Craft Fake Snow Paste?
I would try the big craft stores. They are usually well stocked. In the east we have Michaels and JoAnns.
Raised Stenciling With Spackle
Really beautiful....love it!! Could you possible take another picture so I can get a better look at the stenciling, its a bit dark and hard to see. Thanks!
Old Hem Line Showing on Altered Drapes?
I was looking at BHG.com and they have drapes that are quite popular now with a band of a colored or patterned fabric added to the bottom. They are so attractive and add a little pick-me-up to drapes you already own or make new. Might be worth the thought!
Cleaning a House with a Long Haired Cat?
I have a long haired cat, part Maine Coon, and the hair is terrible. I have to vake and dust every single day. It was so bad I take her every three months to get a nice short shave so she ends up looking like a regular cat. I also now brush her daily. Wouldnt...
Black Things in Cat's Ears?
Both my dog and cat get ear mites. This recipe was given to me by our vet. Works awesome! Mite Ear Wash 1/4 cup warm water 1/2 tsp. boric acid...Available from the pharmacist, just ask, very cheap and lasts forever. 2 drops tea tree oil 1/4 cup white vinegar...
How To Prevent Lettuce Rotting In The Fridge?
Put a piece of burnt toast in the plastic bag with the lettuce. I saw this idea on a talk show.
Suggestions For 4-H Craft Project?
How about making beverage coasters out of fabric and putting in some potpourri that that you have crushed with a rolling pin. Add a couple of drops of essential oil. Hot beverages would release the scent. The fabrics could be anything and only limited to your...
Transplanting a Butterfly Bush?
If you would like more info HomeDepot.com has a gardening link. In it you will find in the left hand column an Ask the Experts. Click into it and join. It allows you to ask any gardening questions and a panel of experts will answer you within about one to two...
Mold on Vinyl Flooring?
I agree with the vinegar. It has helped me a great deal. I would also try sprinkling baking soda on top of the vinegar and laying the vinyl out in the sun for an hour or so. You can chemically treat this kind of mold by visiting Lowes or Home Depot. My husband...
Garden Arbor
Love it! Any instructions?? I can just imagine climbing roses in my yard along such a beautiful arbor!
How to Make Seed Tape
Awesome! What a great post! I struggle every year with certain small seeds. Most years I get almost nothing because I never get them thinned enough! I have heard of seed tape you can buy but I just couldnt see another hefty expense. Thanks again for the wonderful...
Homemade Wet Tissues?
I dont know about anyone else but continuing to wipe your nose with a wet tissue will only cause it to get chapped and sore. It will take the natural oils out of your skin and leave it so dry. Id keep dabbing any kind of oil/lotion, even a cream meant for healing...
Homemade Dishwasher Powder?
I also buy the cheapest dishwashing detergent and fill one of the cups, in the other I fill with baking soda for spotting and rinsing. So far, so good. Another idea is to buy any dishwasher detergent on sale and use coupons with it. I do this with many products...
Room With Fireplace Smells Damp?
In the warm weather there is more moisture in the air so a lot of smells are magnified. You should do the opposite........use a dehumidifier to draw as much moisture out of the air. The dryer the room is the less odor you will have. Give it a try as Im sure...
My Laundry Always Stinks!
Id get my water tested. It sounds like you have something not right with it. I would tell whomever analyzes the water why you are doing it so they can adjust the tests to find the source of the smell.
Dryness Around My Eyes?
Sounds like your eyes are leaking a bit, at night especially. The natural salt in the tears is what is irritating your eye area. Try putting drops for allergy eyes in before you go to bed, this will help. Also seek out the source of the allergy. Change bedding...
Repel or Prevent Pest Infestations Without Killing
For cryin out loud people. We are talking about bugs in the house here! Bugs cause millions upon millions of dollars a year in damages to homes in the US each year. Taking a chance on your health is beyond anything. The emergency room deals with home bug bites...
Natural Homemade Tooth Powder?
I have been using baking soda for awhile, twice a day concentrating on stained areas with my electric toothbrush. It starts whitening and removing touch stains in a few days. I finish by mixing some hydrogen peroxide in with the baking soda and brushing with...
Teepees for Sugar Pea Vines
I go to our transfer station in town and search for thrown away baby cribs. I use the head and foot boards for one teepee and the sides for another. I sink the ends into the ground and use wire or jute to tie the tops into a teepee. I use metal or wood cribs...
