Mixed Vegetable Recipes?
Have you tried doing a stir fry? The teriyaki or soy sauce gives the veggies a different taste. Fried rice is a good way to use veggies too. Chicken or turkey pot pie? Cottage pie? It isnt quite as diet concious, but I always add about 2 cups of mixed veggies...
Simple Halloween Costumes for an Office Group?
A few years ago, I was on staff at an elementary school. Teachers wore black, brown or white clothing. Someone brought in black, & brown face paint & we painted our noses black or brown. Ladies wore their hair in two pony tails to simulate dog ears. Others...
Planning an October Military Ball?
You could do a moonlight theme. OR, you could do Through the Years See if the wives or husbands can provide a picture from basic training & possibly a few more from the service time of the soldiers. Make several collages to be placed around the room. Tables...
Making a Water Bottle Cozy?
I crochet, so I took a pattern for a hat and only made the starting circle as big as the bottom of the water bottle, then stopped adding extra stitches so that as I crocheted, it went up instead of bigger around. I made it half as tall as the bottle then finished...
Shopping for Queen Size Pillow Cases?
I buy king pillow cases in a matching solid. They stay on the pillows much better than the other sizes.
Getting Rid of the Urine Smell from My Toilet?
I poured Pinesol on the floor all the way around the toilet and let it set. I wiped it up about 3 hours later. The bathroom smelled like Pinesol for the rest of the day, but the next day it was odor free.
Men's Crocheted Skull Cap Pattern?
Thank you to every one for responding. I was able to make a crocheted cap a bit too large, then lined it with a light weight cotton fabric and put some elastic thread on the edges. It stretches, it covers the wounds and it is very washable. Finding the right...
Discouraging Door to Door Solicitors
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I put a sign on my door that says Day Sleeper. I printed in in large letters on hot pink paper and taped it under the knocker. It worked like a charm. Even the UPS man hesitated to knock, but I heard him drive up & looked out the window. He was standing there...
Vanilla Extract Substitute?
I have used very strong tea with pretty good results. If you have the tea powder, about a teaspoon of powder for a teaspoon of vanilla. If you dont have the powder, put a tea bag in about a quarter cup of boiling water & let it steep for about 5 minutes. It...
Crafts for Mentally Challenged Individuals?
Im a mom of a son with Down syndrome and Ive worked in classrooms for mentally challenged children, a home for adults and am a special Olympics coach. Lots of experience here! A lot depends on the abilities of the people you are working with. Most of the people...
Painting Lower Kitchen Cabinets a Different Colour?
My solution was a little different. I used the light color on the top cabinets and used a picture frame effect on the bottom. First, I painted the entire door white. When it was fully dry, I used one inch masking tape on the sides, top & bottom edges creating...
Give a Mending Kit With Donated Clothing
Thank you all for responding. As I said, my hint came from experience, so I know this is a really usable item for needy families. Give a hungry man a fish and you feed him for a day, teach him to fish and feed him for a lifetime. We were very poor when I grew...
Preserving a Dead Starfish?
Thank you to everyone for their responses. I live in a tiny apartment, so I dont think using the oven would be a good thing (LOL)! However, next time we find a dead starfish, it will be properly preserved. Just a note--I would NEVER harm a living creature.
Using Frozen Meatballs?
Cut them in fourths, sprinkle a little Mexican spice on them & use them in taco salad, or you can add them to your favorite nacho recipe. You can probably use them in Tater Tot casserole too. Just Google recipes for Tater Tot casserole and make the one that...
Donating Yarn?
I worked at an elementary school for many years and I know the art lady appreciated donations of yarn. We also had a teacher who started a knitting/crochet club and she needed supplies. I know my local senior center also has a club that would take the donations...
Who Remembers Paper Dolls?
If you type paper dolls into your search engine, you will find LOTS of websites that have free printable paper dolls. Many of them even have printable clothes. I found one that had holiday & period costumes for things like Thanksgiving, pioneers, etc. I used...
My Frugal Life - A New Baby
Another thing that helps save for baby is to buy regular apple juice instead of costly baby juice. Mix the juice with an equal amount of water and it is the same thing you would buy for baby. This was doctor approved when I had my little ones.
Painting Walls to Coordinate With Bedding?
It depends on the look you want. Dusty pink might work or even a very pale lilac. Ive always loved grey with pink.
Paint Color Ideas?
I would definately go with a green. If you want the room to stay neutral, sage or celadon, if you want to stay with a darker room, use kelly green, but if you want perky, get a brighter, lighter green, like green apples. With your cherry red bookcase, you can...
Holding On to Paid Bills?
My husband & I had 2 accounts with Montgery Wards. One was the charge card, the other was a time payment thing for our TV. I paid off the TV and continued to pay on the charge card. I started getting notices that I wasnt paying my bill. I took proof of payment...
Uses for Unmatched Socks?
You may think this is silly, but when I was a young teenager--before I learned to sew--I had several medium sized dolls, not Barbies. I didnt play with them any more, but I wanted to make clothes for them. The toe of a sock made great panties for my dolls. The...
Board Game Themed Table Decorations?
If you want place cards, use the cards from Candy Land or Monopoly and write the names on them. I almost always see small (12 or 18 inch) Christmas trees at the second hand store. If you put the Candy Land board in the middle of the table, you can put the tree...
Using Cooked Lima Beans?
Mash the whole mess then and add some to your meatloaf or meatballs. Put the rest in a freezer bag for the next meatloaf.
Shooting Pain in Neck?
GO TO A DOCTOR. Dont let this scare you, but there are lots of different things it could be and yes, a pinched nerve is possible. I had a pain like that for about 15 years. The doctor said the initial x-rays looked like the start of arthritis. Medicines didnt...
Christmas Theme Ideas for Motorcycle Riders?
How about an international Christmas, there are lots of websites that tell about Christmas celebrations in other countries. Dress in costume for whatever country, use lots of tinsel on the bikes. Toyland with pinatas, stuffed kangaroos, Dala horses, raggedy...
Wooden Trivets for Corks?
Try using embroidery hoops. They come in several sizes, so that gives you a lot of choice. Some are even small enough to use for coasters. Im guessing you intend to cut the cork down and then glue them into frame to make hot pads. A bonus is that you can usually...
Winter Birthday Party Ideas?
Cut a piece of brown for dirt or white for snow in a sort of circular pattern. Spray paint towel paper tubes and/or toilet paper tubes to look like logs. Stuff them with orange, yellow or red tissue paper to look like flames and you have a fire. While sitting...
Use for Leftover Mashed Potatoes?
Ive seen several recipes where you make meatloaf, scoop a trench down the middle and put your mashed potatoes in the trench. Im sure if you check the cooking sites, you can find several like that. I also remember having dinner at a friends house when I was...
Looking for Portland, Oregon Subscribers?
Im Dianne Jones & I live in Wilsonville. Ive been on this site about a year and Im an active poster. Ill try to call you tomorrow after I take my hubby to the VA hospital.
Baking Pan for Cooking a Turkey?
When I got married 37 yrs ago, I was given a medium sized baked enamel roasting pan. When my MIL died, I was given her large aluminum roasting pan. I dont see any difference in cooking with either one and I like both. Oh yes, there is one small difference, the...
Small Wooden Bases For Crafts?
Im not sure exactly what you want them to look like, but when I needed something similar, I went to a local thrift shop and found Jenga games for less than a dollar. I used Elmers glue-all to to glue enough of the blocks together, side by side, to make a base...
Keeping Food Budget Down for Large Family?
Social security doesnt go far, so I have found ways to stretch my budget. Im still in the red, but at least we are fed! Add a salad or some type of veggie to any of these things Im writing and you have nutrition at a lower grocery bill. Hash is a great way...
Making A Monkey Baby Quilt?
I cant send you one, but I can tell you what I do. I do a LOT of embroidery but dont want to pay the price for one or two patterns. I go to bookstores and discount stores and buy those giant coloring books that have lots of pages. You can find all kids of pictures...
Using Leftover Fried Rice?
Mix it into a salad. If you make a chicken or pork pot pie, toss it in with the other ingredients. Put cubed cooked chicken or pork on it for a main dish. You can also mix it in with your stuffing. Add it to meatloaf. Toss it into chicken soup. Try something...
Video Game Review: Oregon Trail 5
My family moved to Portland, OR about a year ago and my sons gave me Oregon Trail version 2 when we got here. We now live in a small town on the Willamette about 10 miles from Oregon City. Its been especially fun for me to play the game because we drove up...
Covering Ikea Round Wicker Hassock?
My cats love our footstool. #1. YES. USE A HEAVY MATERIAL! #2 I flipped the footstool over and used my staple gun to keep the material in place. Its easy to remove when I decide to change it again. Good luck.
Naturally Refurbishing Wood
Robbynb Paint only covers the surface. A stain actually absorbs into the wood. Stripping wont really remove stain. You either have to sand it off or use a bleach. Ive never bleached wood, but I think there are some bleaches made specifically for wood that you...
Craft Use for Grocery Bags?
I recently posted that I lay them flat and stack them on top of each other until they are the thickness I want. I then baste them together and use them for quilt batting. NOT FOR BED QUILTS OR ANY THING USED FOR CHILDREN. I used material I had at home and used...
Suggestions For Cheap, Frozen Fish?
Yes! Tilapia! My husband has never liked fish, but I recently started buying frozen tilapia filets. I either wrap them in foil & bake them with Chef Prudhommes Salmon seasoning or I use olive oil & Chef Prudhommes salmon seasoning in the frying pan. Hubby actually...
Craft: Turning Your Squares When Quilting
OK, the picture is so small, I had to save it in my pictures & blow it up to see what you were talking about. When you make the squares, the long strips are at the top & bottom. So, the long strips are N & S and the short strips are E & W. When you join them...
Looking for Recipes for Baked Chicken?
One suggestion is to cut it in pieces, place fresh chopped basil leaves and chopped fresh tomatoes on top then sprinkle with some garlic salt or use fresh garlic and sprinkle salt on. Cover with foil & bake You can sprinkle parmesan cheese on this too. Another...
Scenery: Rustic Outhouse
My Grandma didnt get indoor plumbing until the early 60s. Yes, I remember the smell, the snakes, the spiders, the skunks, the sound of flies while youre trying to perform your duty, mosquitoes in the summer and cold butts in the winter. Aw well, those were...
Making A Cactus Out Of Chicken Wire?
Im guessing you want a saguaro cactus. Stack oatmeal cartons or even metal cans and tape them at the seams to make a tower as tall as you want it. Place your tower so that there is an open end at the top. Blow up a balloon so that it will fit snugly in the...
Special Craft Ideas For Baby Gift?
If you have a camcorder, have each member of your family record a lullaby or childs song, or read a book for bedtime use. Whether they can sing or not, it will be used and treasured for a long time. Another thing is to buy some paint pens at the hobby shop...
Blocking a Doorway for a Dog?
I have a son with Down syndrome. We wanted to allow him to play in his bedroom without worrying about his safety. He quickly learned how to open a baby gate, so we bought a dutch door and installed it. The bottom half could be closed, but with the top open...
What's your favorite crockpot recipe?
My family loves roast beef, but Ive done this with chicken & pork. Put the meat in the crock pot. Pour 1/2 can of beer & 1 cup or so of water over it. Sprinkle a whole package of powdered onion soup mix over that. Dont add any salt! Theres plenty in the soup...
Looking For "Baked Tomatoes" Recipe?
I think she cut the tomatoes in half or quarters and then layered the cheeses on top and added salt, pepper and whatever else on top of that. It was baked and the juice from the tomatoes mixed with the cheeses so it was very moist. She may have mixed an egg...
Looking For "Baked Tomatoes" Recipe?
Thank you for all the recipes and tips. I plan on trying all of them and I know Ill get some recipes here that will get my family to eat more tomatoes. Dianne
Looking For Ham, Cheese and Potato Casserole Recipe?
Thank you ladies. I appreciate your help and will try both of your suggestions. Dianne
Name for My Decorating and Renovation Business?
I have 4 suggestions The Makeover Place, Time for a Change, Redo & Renew, or Whats Old is New Again
