Litter Box Training a Bunny?
I have not housebroken a rabbit myself, but I read about it a long time ago in a library book when I was considering adopting a rabbit. Unfortunately I dont remember the name of the book. But this is simple and harmless and definitely worth a try. While holding...
Shop Once a Week
I agree (regardless what Bella Swans identity might be)--good tip. One more thing to consider. In addition to YOUR schedule, consider the stores sale schedule when you pick your day of the week. For example, two of my local groceries run sales from Wednesday...
Making Roses Big and Healthy?
Ditto the coffee grounds, egg shells, and banana peel. Beautiful results! Also, you can sprinkle a half cup or so of epsom salts around the plant a couple times a year. You dont even have to dissolve it first - just let rains slowly water it in.
Red Marks from a Tick Bite?
Take a look at this slide show (http://www.medicinenet.com/lyme_disease_pictures_slideshow/article.htm), and be sure to read the text that goes with slide #6 re/ secondary lesions. The med that youre taking along with the itch cream--is it an antibiotic? If...
Making Elmo Birthday Invitations?
Hee hee hee...how about an invitation from Dorothy the Goldfish to a party for Elmo and [birthday persons name]? Go here (http://www.sesamestreet.org/games/art) for coloring book pages--you might be able to print an Elmo you can then transfer/trace/copy onto...
Getting Rid of Waterbugs?
Try a product that contains boric acid. Borax--yes, the stuff you find with laundry detergent in the grocery store--is one thats easy to find and safer to have around the house than bug spray. Harris Famous Roach Tablets are also good, and theyre less messy...
Becoming a Helpful Hints Columnist?
Research your communitys newspapers. Dont look just at the big major news dailies; look at weeklies, glossies, freebies, mailers, etc. Query each papers editor with your idea. Be prepared to state how often you propose running a column and how long each would...
Recycling Items for Drainage Fill in Plant Containers
I love this idea! In several of his books, Jerry Baker suggests using the plastic caps (from milk, bleach, vinegar, and condiment bottles) that you are not supposed to recycle this way, too. Those caps are great for smaller pots, but your idea would work even...
Starting A Self-Sowing Garden
Great list! I have a bunch of those in my own cottage garden. Here are a couple others Ive had a delightful time watching self-seed year after year: English wallflower, gaillardia, and ordinary marigolds. (Im in Zone 7--that may make some difference.) An added...
