Saving Money on Tools
I use a lot of tools being a househandy female and some of the cheaper ones such as drill bits break. Breaking a saw blade can be very dangerous. Some of my tools I try to get the best, but like you I have found a lot of good tools cheap. Big Lots is a good...
Recycle Cans and Packaging Into Storage Containers
I have been doing this for many years. Have buttons, stight pins and about everything in cans. I paint a lot of my cans with acrylic paints. For the fourth of July party I painted them red and blue with white stars on them. Made silverware holders, used tuna...
Decorated Gift Container
This a great way to wrap odd shapped items. Also can be a great way to get the kids involved in helping with gifts.
Cheap Christmas Gifts
I have used lunch bags (I like the white best but they are now hard to find around here, brown looks just as nice) paint, stencil or the best one let kids make Christmas designs on it. You roll 2 rolls down at the top, punch 2 holes to run curly ribbon and...
Installing Hardwood Floor Over Vinyl Tile?
Hi Terry, I am not a floor or carpet person, just a housewife/handywoman that has tried this. DONT do it!! You should pull up all old vinyl flooring before replacing. Takes longer, makes a bigger mess and your back will ache. But when it is done you will feel...
Plastic Cutting Boards for Meat
Hello, just wanted to say you also have to be careful with plastic as it is very porous and will leech stuff into it. Even after a good cleaning there will be stuff left in all the tiny little holes leaving room for bacteria growth.
Dry Skin Moisturizer Recipe?
I use the shea butter mixed with a small amount of natural coconut oil. For aroma I will add a few drops of almond oil or some other essential oil. This truely will moisture and not leave an oily film.
Removing Chewing Gum From Shoes
I have used peanut butter for years. My daughter had very long hair and went to sleep with chewing gum in her mouth Well you know where the gum went. Though I was going to have cut her, my grandmother told me rub peanutbutter in it good then shampoo. I though...
Vintage Wedding Decoration Ideas?
Well Monica seems we are in the same little part of the world. Every where I go I met or see someone from my town. I found a couple of links on the net for you. If my sister (lives in another state) was a member here I am sure she could help That is what she...
My Yorkie Has An Odor When He Comes Inside?
Most dogs will get an odor when outside more so when very hot out. They do sell products for this and I have in the past used it. Now I keep baby powder handy and sprinkle my dogs (2) when they come in. If it is not just the normal doggie odor it might be the...
Can I use Advantage and a flea collar on a 7 week old kitten?
No, these products would make your kitty very ill by poisoning it. I have always used a mix of baby powder and flea powder for kittens. You could also try a small amount of Skin So Soft from Avon, this helps with fleas and other insects. A very fine toothed...
Flies and Mosquitoes Have Taken Over Our Yard?
I had a fly problem and someone told me to plant Rue. A very ugly herb, however it works. I planted several plants around door and sidewalk and no more flies. I also have a couple of Mosquitoe Plants in front yard. Seems to help keep them down some.
Can you add fragrance oils to used candle wax?
I have added oil to my candles right after burning them for a while. That way the oil goes into the cooling wax. Seemed to work fine. You can purchase candles from Partylite that keeps their smell right up until the last drop of oil. Pricey but well worth the...
Can I Use Baby Food Jars For Candles?
Yes, I have made candles using baby food jars. They make great little candles. Have also decorated the smaller jars and used for votive candles, this one is a great craft for children.
Uses for Plastic Bowls from Frozen Meals?
I have kids around all the time and they like to eat in the screen house. I make up lunches that can be eatten outside and off they go. Keeps my dishes in the house and no worry if they dont come back. The plates not the kids, some of them are not mine so could...
Tips for Using a Candle Warmer?
Find someone that sells Partylite candles. They are pricey but maybe no more than yankee candles. They have great soft scents and last a long time.
Cleaning Soot From Gas Stove Off Dishes?
If your pans are aluminum the bleach will turn them black. I turned a cookie sheet black with bleach. If they are stainless steal the dish soap works or spray with a little oven cleaner and rinse in the sink, will bring off all black stuff.
