Birthday Gift Ideas for an 11 Year Old Boy?
I have an active 11 year old boy. He would love a new set of Under Armour brand sports attire, sweatpants, shirt and hoodie. He is gadget crazy so another idea would be an iTunes card so he can buy apps or games for his tech toys. A super nice gift would be...
11th Birthday Party Ideas?
If she is still into this, maybe rent a place like the y gym and have a dodgeball party? That was her friends can run around and be silly and you dont have to pay by the kid like lots of party rental places.
16th B-day Party Ideas?
How about a spa pampering party? You can assemble the materials ahead of time. Google for DIY facial recipes, etc. Then do each others makeup and hair and pose for your own Glamour Shots!
14th Birthday Ideas?
Do you have (or a friend) a Wii? You can set it up with a dance program and get everyone dancing! Or karaoke machine?
10th Birthday Ideas?
Her request doesnt sound out of line. Why not give her a budget and let her price the treats? Itll be a good learning time and if she sees its too much, maybe she would be happy cutting back but still have her friends come over. You know the friends are the...
Using Quickbooks Computer Software?
I opened a separate quickbooks company as my personal register. It is completely separate from my business register. I love it! Only downside: I have to keep it upgraded to be able to download my checks into the register. Once you learn the program, it rocks...
Stopping the Itch from Chigger Bites
At summer camp in Texas we always used Sevin dust each morning on our ankles and it prevented chigger bites. I learned the hard way one day when I forgot! We used an old sock and poured the seven inside then just swung it to tap against our ankles to apply...
Why Are My Bell Peppers So Small?
Pinch off your suckers inside established branches. Give your peppers full sun with no shade. Water only the root area not the leaves. Check your soil. You may need to amend it: sand and topsoil And perlite if clay. Potting mix if sandy or loamy. Maintain 70...
Ideas for "Cute Country" Themed Out Door Wedding?
22 years ago we had our own small country Texas wedding on a tight budget. I wore my moms dress after a few alterations, had my relatives bring cookies and punch for us, and made our own bouquets. In the spring we found wild growing grapevine, cut long lengths...
Working With Creditors?
I listen to Dave Ramsey on am radio. You can call him and he will get all your details then advise you on how to deal with this. He will even tell you exactly what to say to each person you deal with. He really gives you confidence and a good plan on how to...
Make a Keepsake of Old T-Shirts?
You might select to frame the design of a shirt and give it as a framed piece along with a photo of your mom wearing that item. You could also use the design to make one side of a pillow them print the moms photo on fabric for the other side. Regardless of...
Baby Won't Drink Formula?
Please contact your closest La Leche League group. They will help you find a solution and will work with you as closely and as long as you need help. Good luck!
Thrifty Moving Ideas?
Id suggest a huge moving sale and have 25 cent, 50 cent, $1 tables etc. to make it easy on yourself. Have plastic shopping bags available to use for each shopper for each table. You will blow out your extra stuff plus make money. Have a few friends lined up...
Cleaning Business Price List?
I own a duplex that I rent and I use prices from my states Apartment Owners Association. I give the list to my tenants when they move out so thay know what each uncleaned item will cost them in unreturned deposit dollars. For example, to clean a self-cleaning...
Inexpensive Christmas Gift Ideas For Children?
These are all great ideas, esp. the ones involving spending more time with him. My 5 year old son loves all the same stuff plus he enjoys when I let him snap the photo. There are kid-tough digital cameras now. I know you are thinking what? But it could give...
Solutions for Dry Hands?
Cetaphil lotion is the best. I find it at walmart and there is a generic of it right next to it. :-) Sometimes I also warm equal parts petroleum jelly and parafin in a double boiler (only) then pour into small jars. Once it cools, I use it nightly and it is...
Dog is Tearing Up the Carpet?
We had the same problem with a cat. We finally had to pull up the carpet around the entrance of the door and put down ceramic tile in about a 12 sq foot area. Turned out to be the best thing for all of us - no more carpet to pull at and saved me from cleaning...
Surviving Family Thanksgiving?
Been there, done that, got the tshirt! Your house, your rules (smoke outside only) but keep cats put away in guest room, enlist mil to help with predetermined chores (preparing salad, etc), limit time you entertain to 3 hours if possible. My mil responds to...
How to Make a Beer Cap Table?
I saw this episode on Oct 20 for a torched resin table on DIYs Craft Lab. You could use the finishing ideas for your table. Good Luck!
Helping Care for Grandchildren?
Wow! What a devoted grandma and mother you are! I would give anything if my own mother fretted over me and my kids like you do! However, I must agree that your marriage is number one and you should honor your husbands wishes to be with him. Unless your grandchildren...
Cheap Quilting Materials?
You can always call 1-800-wal-mart and leave a comment regarding your dissatisfaction with dropping their fabric. I have heard that for 2 years now and call ever so often to praise the staff in that department. So far, no changes at our stores!
What Color Should I Paint My Kitchen?
Love your kitchen! I am going to rock the boat with my suggestion: Id look at some samples of a medium sage green. It is a modern neutral these days and still warm enough to pull out the flooring and cabinet colors. And you know, you can buy small amounts of...
Stretch Liquid Fabric Softener
I do the same! Then I realized I can stretch that even farther by wetting a washcloth in it, squeeze it out well, then throw in the dryer instead. elle
Gift Ideas for School Staff?
Last year for Christmas gifts to teachers and staff, I collected inexpensive cute coffee mugs and made individual batches of cake in a mug to go with each. Essentially you mix it with water then cook in the mug for an individual treat. You can google for recipes...
