17th Birthday Party Ideas?
A Scavenger hunt is always fun. Have someone else (so it is a surprise to all participants) make a list of oddball, unrelated items that must be gathered, within a specific time, say a couple hours. At the end of the time, a rendezvous point is arranged (usually...
Electric Mattress Pad Controls?
I have had the best luck re-furbishing old mechanical items by contacting the manufacturer and asking about parts. Sometimes you get lucky sometimes they dont make them anymore. The only other way is to purchase another one, but that kinda contradicts the whole...
Is My Puppy a German Shepherd?
He has a lot of GS characteristics. Some white spots are OK, many have them here and there. the ears take a while to perk up, as they do so naturally there is no need to dock them. when you notice they are starting to perk up a little, stop manipulating and...
Identifying a Household Bug in Kitchen?
I dont know the proper name, these bugs like starchy foods and will infest flour and other foods not kept securely wrapped. You may want to freeze your flour and pastas to kill any larvae, just in case. In my days of more extreme poverty I just sifted my pasta...
Homemade Stove Degreaser Recipe?
I have had good luck using straight white vinegar in a spray bottle. Spray on, wait a few seconds, then wipe off. Cleans down to a squeaky shine.
Cooking a Turkey Breast in a Combination Microwave?
I cook turkey in the micro all the time it gives a very moist flavorful result. I have my frozen turkey quartered (cut in 1/4ths) by the butcher at the grocery store so it will fit in the microwave. (I also get the biggest one I can find, the higher the poundage...
Homemade Thermos?
i agree, most of those answers were NOT helpful. I assume you do not mean a thermos per se, but an insulated container to carry something hot or cold in....that is easy to do. First, get a liquid container with a tight lid (wont leak). Take some insulating...
Cooking Canned Biscuits in the Microwave?
I have cooked EVERYTHING in the microwave over the years, including baked biscuits, breads, and cakes. You will not get a brown crust; they will be very moist, like a steamed bread. Just keep the temp setting low (around 30 watts that would be 50% in a small...
