Picking a Baby's Name?
I know a family that have children named Willow and Ivy, I tell them that I want a little brother named Aspen. That is my suggestion although Forest is nice too.
Softer Homemade Bread?
I buy bread mixes from www.preparedpantry.com they have lots of recipes and tips about cooking and baking and they sell ingredients as well. I bet there will be an article there to help you.
Tips for Starting an In-Home Daycare?
One thing that I did not think of was how my own kids would feel about sharing me, their home, and all the stuff that goes along with it. My DD, 12, always loved having the other kids around and didnt really mind. My son, 11 really did not like to share me...
Helping Child Get Ready in the Morning?
Get the stuff ready the night before! Make a checklist of things that she needs to do starting a half hour before bedtime. That way the list is the bad guy and you only have to nag to check the list instead of multiple things. Have a before bed routine and...
Wood Stain on Jeans?
You dont, these are now your painting clothes.
Weaning a Child Off a Pacifier?
I recently read a story about a family that tied it to a balloon and sent it off to the pacifier fairy. The fairy, in turn, brought a new fancy toothbrush and kid paste. telling a child that in 5 days, they will be gone and reminding daily then STICKING to...
Uses for Leftover Sugar Cookies?
You could send them to me! Just joking but it sounds like a great problem to have!
Is My Son a Vegetarian?
Thats funny, I think your son lives with me! But he just turned 11 here. I am happy to say that he seems to be getting better with age. For many years at holiday meals he would have rolls with peanut butter. We made an only one substitute meal(usually PB and...
Cooking While Your Kitchen is Being Built
My first thought was that you need a crockpot!!!
Sheets Smell After Washing?
Make sure that you remove them from the washer ASAP after they are done. The sour smell comes from letting them sit too long in the washer.
Christian Name Ideas for Home Childcare?
My business is Ladybug Family Childcare (I dont care for days, I care for children), How about Angel doves family childcare, or Angel toes Christian childcare. Jesus loves me childcare, Deborahs Christian childcare with a rainbow/dove logo? Lovey Dovey childcare...
The Bikes From Misfit Island
I LOVE it!!!!
Making a Big Litterbox from a Storage Container
Yes, we leave the lid on all the time, unless its being cleaned, the cats generally stick their noses out while in there! The kids take turns scooping the litter in the morning and evening. We use pefect litter. It comes in the mail monthly and the two bags...
Clearing Out Computer's Memory?
My computer recommends C Cleaner.
Storing Comforters?
Zip loc has Huge bags that work similar to space bags and they often have coupons to buy them!
Locations For A Sleepover Birthday Party?
The Boston Museum of Science has a great sleep over program maybe your local museum does too! Imagine sleeping next to a T-rex!
Quick Meals To Take To Work?
I takes just 20 minutes to boil up a dozen eggs. Put the eggs in a pan with cold water, bring to a boil and let sit covered 15 minutes off the heat, cool under running water. I make hard boiled egg sandwiches with english mufins, mayo, salt pepper and onion...
Getting Rid of Old Tires?
Try freecycle or craigslist.
Name Ideas For Cocker Spaniel?
How about Buffy Fabulous (Worthington) your street name here?
Blinds/Shade For A Skylight?
Velcro on 3 sides, fixed on the 4th? Sticky velcro is awesomely easy.
Ideas For A New Hair Style?
I think that you are pretty enough to cut it real short and enjoy some hair freedom!
Hiring Entertainment For Two Year Olds' Birthday Party?
Entertain the girls, the party is for them. rent a pony? hire a musical person? Call a local pre-school and ask a teacher to bring an activity and sing and play?
Finding Playground Equipment?
Ebay is where I found my replacement swings.
Getting Ducks To Go Away?
I have read that urine from predators will repel birds
Spring Bulbs
If only you could smell them!
Spring Bulbs
I have to say that it was a definate mood lifter!
Looking for a Potato Soup Recipe?
POTATO SOUP FOR CROCKPOT 8 Lg Potatoes, cubed 2 Med Onions, chopped 2 Tbsp Margarine 2 Chicken boullion cubes 2 Tbsp Parsley, dry 6 cup Water 2 cup Milk 1/2 cup Flour, mixed with water Place ingredients 1 through 6 in the crockpot and cook all day on low to...
Rock and Roll Birthday Party Ideas?
Borrow a karaoke machine, play guitar hero, play find the guitar picks.
Ways to Ask for Money Instead of Gifts?
There is no way to ask for money that is not tacky but you can have friends pass the word for you.
Covering a Glassed Paned Door?
Use Velcro to attach an opaque curtain over it.
Husband Has Smelly Feet?
Black tea
Unsubscribing from Freecycle?
Go to the Yahoo groups page and unsubscribe there.
Cleaning White Film Off Fish Tank Hood?
I just read to use not iodized salt and rinse well to get rid of lime in a fish tank.
Fixing Gravy that Curdled?
Ive never heard of gravy with milk, try a new recipe.
Treat Yourself When Trying to Eat Less
This is a good trick, I just had Lap band surgery and have found a beautiful Japanese tiny plate for my new smaller meals, Thanks!
Inexpensive Window Covering?
Just buy a swatch of fabric, and velcro it on!
Gift for Patients at Nursing Home?
How about an X-box or playstation?
Gifts Made With a Bread Maker?
I buy bread mixes from www.preparedpantry.com I especially like the monkey bread! Also the Sally Lunn bread is a soft egg dough that my family loves.
Trouble Finding Correct Web Page?
It sounds like a virus or maybe spyware try PCpitstop?
Looking For New Thankgiving Recipes?
Our family enjoys a wilted lettuce salad. It is a head of lettuce shredded cabbage style. Then you take a half cup of mayonnaise and thin it with milk until it is runny. Add onion powder, salt, pepper, and whatever spices you enjoy then, pour it over the lettuce...
Looking For New Thankgiving Recipes?
Our family enjoys a wilted lettuce salad. It is a head of lettuce shredded cabbage style. Then you take a half cup of mayonnaise and thin it with milk until it is runny. Add onion powder, salt, pepper, and whatever spices you enjoy then, pour it over the lettuce...
Biting Insects in Carpet?
Id say fleas too we havent had a frost yet, besides indoor fleas can live and breed forever. Try frontline on the pets.
Gift Ideas for Widowed Grandpa?
Make a binder with take out menus and include a few gift certificates for him to order in.
Cleaning Outdoor Chair Pads?
Im using a mildew remover on mine and hanging them in the sun and its working great. Ive treated them on each side and let them dry in the sun.
Cleaning Vinyl Floor Tiles?
I have a H2O mop that uses water and does a fast and thorough job it is from a company called Thane I would buy it again in a heartbeat!
Reusable Baggies
Good idea!
Reusable Baggies
Good idea!
Recipe for Sticky Buns Using Rich's Roll Dough?
Ooey-Gooey Cinnamon Buns Nothing beats sticky buns hot out of the oven! You could probably use your dough with this recipes sauce. Prep Time: 2 Hours 30 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes Ready In: 3 Hours Yields: 15 servings INGREDIENTS 1 teaspoon white sugar 1...
Removing Carrot Stain From Microwavable Bowl?
Put it in the sun, the sun will take some stains off of plastic. Bleach is my 2nd thought, Karen
How Old Should a Girl Be To Go Places On Her Own?
My friend says to her kids, your body is mine until you turn 18. consider that your parents want to do the responsible thing for you. They are not trying to stop your fun but keep you safe.
Mexican Cookie Recipe?
I ended up making Sugar cookies with added Lime zest and juice and I mixed some lime juice with the sugar crystals that I coat the cookies in before baking. I called them Margarita sugar cookies and they were a hit! Also, they were much better than the Mexican...
Keeping Cat Hair Off Black Clothing?
I just read a tip to prevent static cling, it said to hide a small safety pin in the seam of the clothing.
Buying A Futon For Under $200.00?
Try freecycle, I see them there all the time. Go to www.freecycle.org read the rules then sign up for your local group and ask and you may recieve! Another place to check is www.graigslist.org. they have a wanted and a free section.
Boiling a Perfect Egg?
Start with cold water put burner on high and pull off heat as soon as it reaches a rolling boil. Let sit for 10 minutes then cool in cold water. If you use week old eggs, they peel easier because the shells are permeable and they dry out a little in the fridge...
Pink Spreading Plant?
Send some to me! Seriously though, offer it on freecycle.
Lunar Eclipse (March 2007)
Cool! Thanks!
Storing Pancake Mix?
I have a better safe than sorry theory about food, I recommend you do the unthrifty thing and pitch it.
Cocker Spaniel With Elephant Skin?
We use vaseline for most skin problems here. Ask your vet though because it might not be good for the dog to lick it.
Lotion Stains on Carpet?
I wonder if using an iron and a paper bag like you would with wax would work? Its worth a try!
Knitted Fingerless Gloves Pattern
Thanks Beth, this will be right up my 10 year olds alley!
Eucalyptus Oil For Wallpaper?
I use fabric softener, i just water it down and spray it on, cheap and it smells good too!