Knife Marks on Corelle Plates?
Ive had Corelle dinnerware for over 28 years now. Im now on my second pattern!! When that happened for the first time, I just tried baking soda on a damp washcoth and rub. It may take a couple applications but it always comes out fine.
Ice Maker Frosting Over Around Dispenser?
First thing you need to do, is check to see what temperature setting the freezer compartment is set to. Write it down if you need to, then you will need to experiment with turning its thermostat warmer a little at a time until it isnt frozen but things still...
Removing Tree Sap from a Trampoline Mat?
I posted this a while back and think it might work for this too. I read somewhere on the net that the new waterless hand sanitizers will remove sap from the skin, so why not on other things too? Then wash the trampoline with a regular cleaner. Rinse with water...
Buying Alba 77?
I dont remember hearing about it, is it a diet soft drink and what does it taste like?
Removing Red Soda Stain from Carpet?
I agree with deanj. Use vinegar. It took red kool aid stain out of my carpeting. Try pre spraying the spot first with some straight vinegar. Then mix vinegar with as warm a water as you can and clean it. I have a steam cleaner I use and the vinegar really does...
Craft: Crocheted Rag Rugs
To me, the rugs that Suzie has shown look as if they are made from regular yarn and not rug yarn or of material. I would just make sure you have some of the non slip material Underneath so they do not slip around as I know they do move from experience. Someone...
Removing Tree Sap from Silverware?
I read somewhere on the net that the new waterless hand sanitizers will remove sap from the skin, so why not try that on the sliverware and then just wash as normal.
Dog Keeps Stealing My Phone?
Dogs react much like a toddler or young child. They may feel you are spending too much time talking on the phone and not paying them enough attention and then act out. Have you tried petting or including your pet in your telephone conversations with friends...
Key Locks Differently
I think its a personal choice. It sure would be nice to not to have to look for a different key. Then again if someone got your keys, theyd be able to get in any entrance. I have different keys for different doors. I am confused, why would you give a key to...
Knobs for Kenmore Stove Top?
Home Depo has generic sets of stove top knobs. They have adapters to make them fit many different brands. Was about $25 the last I saw. Maybe Lowes would have them also.
Can a Peppermint Air Freshener Repel Mice?
The cleanest of houses can get mice inside, especially in very cold or inclement weather. A good strong peppermint gum chicklet would last longer than a spraying of air freshener. It will deteriorate some and that is when you would replace it with another one...
Buying Pop Up Camper Curtains?
Have you tried contacting the manufacturer of your pop up? Thatd be the first place Id try. If you can sew, it would be much cheaper to make them yourself.
What Breed is My Dog?
Looks like a Whippit blend with maybe Sheppard. Except for the face, she sounds like the dog our son and his wife adopted from a pet rescue a few Christmases back. Theirs is a male, with that same body and curly tail but his face is a bit thinner and more pointy...
Will Filing for Bankruptcy Affect a Judgment?
I agree with Larswife. We were told that once a judgement has been made it has to be paid. IMO also changing the laws is not for the better.
Save Those Used Tea Bags
I also like to feed my outdoor plants with coffee grounds from our morning coffee. Do let the grounds cool, then just sprinkle around the base of plants. You can also mix the grounds with potting soil when doing indoor plants. This seems to help make them bloom...
What Breed is My Dog?
Over the last 30 years, weve had a couple of dogs that looked like this little cutie. They were a labrador/shepherd mix. If I can find a puppy picture of either, I will try adding it so you can see...by the way, they were both male dogs.
Removing Diesel Smell on Dog's Paws?
Use original liquid Dawn dish detergent. Mix with water, then rinse. Repeat until removed. I place clothing items in the washer, usually with cold water and let it soak. Sometimes my husbands work clothes get any of the fuel, diesel, kerosene spilled on them...
Recipes Using Rutabagas?
Go to: http://www.recipecircus.com/recipes/carnation037/ look under vegetables and you will find the recipes below there using rutabagas: Rutabaga, baked, mashed #1 Rutabaga, baked, mashed #2 Rutabaga, baked chunks, w/honey + onion Rutabaga, creamed, baked...
Ideas for Making Your Own Game?
I found think link for you to check: http://familycrafts.about.com/od/homemadegames/Games_to_Make_and_Play.htm
Paint Peeling Off Microwave?
Pico is correct. I have personally seen this many times and it will extend the life of your microwave. It does need to be cleaned first for the paint to adhere correctly.
Cleaning a Borden's Milk Bottle?
I agree with Post By Linda, using the vinegar. Is this a glass bottle? If so, have you tried washing it in the dishwasher? You might need a couple of washes. Sometimes that works on glass sometimes it doesnt. If its plastic, then definitely use vinegar and...
Dark Circle on Light Colored Table?
Id try a baking soda/water paste and rub it around some. Let it set a little while, then wash off. If its wooden then wax and buff, it should look fine. Let us know if it works for you.
Prepare Mashed Potatoes The Day Before
This sounds time saving but it just would not work in my family. The men are mashed potato connoisseurs. They say there is a definte difference in the taste of instant and fresh and also if they are leftover or refrigerated. For myself, I eat them either way...
Peroxide Mixture to Remove Urine Stains?
The only thing I use any more is white vinegar with hot water. I found this works best for me. Not only does it remove stains, it also helps to neutrilize the odor. Everything else seems to leave that behind, no matter what I used. We have a very old dog that...
Repairing Scratched Sunglass Frames?
I would try an emory board/file. Use the coase side first, then the finer side. Ive used it before on other plastics and it has worked.
Using Pre-Made Pie Crust For Dumplings?
I would think that the pie crust would not work as the dumpling, when done, should be a bit more puffy. Maybe the biscuits, cut smaller would work.
Stainless Steel Sink Stained By Lime Away?
Is it the real shiny type or the brushed look? I had a similar problem when I used something else on my brushed type finish. This made it look almost like new for me. Use a pumice stone and scrub the sink with that. Do not rinse out but then use steel wool...
Recipe For Streusel Apple Cake?
I found this at foodnetwork.com Apple Streusel Coffee Cake For the cake: 1 1/2 cups flour 2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 egg 1/2 cup milk 1/4 cup vegetable shortening, melted 1 1/2 cups chopped Granny Smith...
Butterfly Bush Not Blooming?
Dont know if this will help you but I give my butterfly bush used coffee dreggs and water it well, that includes misting all the branches. Mine has given off so many blooms this year. Ive had it about 5 years and each year it gets fuller and fuller.
Butterfly Bush Not Blooming?
I live in western NJ. My bush has been blooming for about a month now, while my girlfriends just started, she lives in western PA, and her mothers has the little cone shaped buds but has not bloomed yet either and she lives by NY city. Sometimes I think when...
Using Rhubarb?
Here is a link to a bunch of rhubarb recipes. http://www.recipecircus.com/cgi-bin/recipes/category.cgi?category=RHUBARB&login=carnation037
Nicotrol Quit Smoking Inhalers?
I dont know that you can get them at a local store without a drs prescription. Heres a link: http://www.nicotrol.com/
My Pool Turned Green?
I was told by a man with his own pool business to pour plain baking soda in and let it mix. Just keep adding it until it clears up. You can use as much as you need without it being harmful to the pool or you.
Looking for Vanilla Cake Recipe?
I was going to just give you the link, but here is the link and the recipe from there: http://www.marthastewart.com/recipe/billys-vanilla-vanilla-cupcakes Billys Vanilla, Vanilla Cupcakes Makes about 30 cupcakes 1 3/4 cups cake flour, not self-rising 1 1/4...
Fels Naptha for Poison Ivy?
I got poison on my arms almost 2 weeks ago. It just seemed to be spreading and spreading. Then I remembered reading on here about the Fels Naptha and decided it couldnt hurt to try it. Well, it has helped tremendously!! and my poison has started drying up. The...
Preparing Rhubarb for a Recipe?
The first thing you need to do is to thoroughly wash the rhubarb. Then you can use it an any recipe. The one that is listed about cooking is for what we always called Stewed Rhubarb. Loved it still warm! Other recipes will tell you what to do to the rhubarb...
Whoopie Cookie Recipes?
Here are pumpkin, banana, chocolate, chocolate peanut butter and vanilla whoopie pie recipes. Whoopie Pie - Pumpkin 2 cups packed brown sugar 1 cup vegetable oil 1 1/2 cups solid pack pumpkin puree 2 eggs 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon...
Rhubarb Jam Made With Jello?
Here are jam and jelly recipes I have, hope one of them helps you. Rhubarb Jam 5 cups finely chopped rhubarb 5 cups granulated white sugar 1, 20 ounce can crushed pineapple, undrained 1, 6 ounce package strawberry gelatin In a large saucepan mix together rhubarb...
Making Paper Bags From Newspaper?
Heres a link for making gift bags. I would imagine you could just leave the handle part off. There is a video here: http://www.uniqueholidaygiftideas.com/gift-bag-making.html
What Is This Plant? (Mint And Tomatoes)
I am in total agreement with Liz that other than the tomato plant(s), they are all weeds. That stuff grows in the cracks of my sidewalks and I pull it out from time to time. Oh, I was wondering if you washed out the pot you used from last year before planting...
Getting Rid Of Gnats Outside?
Take B-100 time released supplement. It omits an odor most bugs do not like. You can take the regular one if you want to take it about 3 times a day, with the time released, you only need to take it once and when you are taking it every day. Your body will...
Using Vick's In Steam Inhaler?
Its not a good idea to put anything in any of the cool/warm air inhalers. There is not a place to put anything like that. Vaporizers, however, do have a little well that will hold a dab of Vicks or similar.
Can I Cook Rice In A Crockpot?
Here are two recipes for making rice in a crockpot: Crockpot - Rice rice salt water butter or margarine Follow directions on rice package for proportion of rice to water. (Up to 4 cups raw rice may be prepared in crockpot/slow cooker. Makes 10 cups cooked). Rub...
Recipes for Potato Fudge?
Here are 2 recipes using real potatoes. Potato Fudge 3 squares (3 oz) unsweetened chocolate 3 tablespoons butter 1/2 cup unseasoned, mashed potatoes (at room temp) 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/4 teaspoon salt 3-3/4 cups (1 pound) powdered sugar 2 teaspoons milk or...
Making Rock Crafts?
try this...just scroll down a little http://www.thriftyfun.com/search.ldml?q=rock+crafts
Does Borax Make A Spray?
Spray the stain/odor area from the inside, with straight white vinegar, before washing. Then wash as normal. Works for me.
Dealing With A Picky Eater?
I read about having the picky eater help make the meals...pick what he/she wants, help make it, and they HAVE to eat what they pick and fix. Heard it works if you stick with it.
Help Getting Batter to Stick?
I, too, heard that cornstarch mixed in with the flour helps, along with refrigerating it for at least 30 minutes before frying. It worked pretty good the last time I made the southern fried chicken recipe I had and somehow cannot find any more!
Looking For Information On Convection Ovens?
Ive found one Id like to get to replace my microwave and toaster oven, which would save me space in my kitchen too. It does individual or multi functions and is the stainless steel inside and out. I am saving up to get it... Here is a link from WalMarts...so...
Removing Paint Dust On Clothing?
When Ive had problem spots in the past Ive rubbed Fels Naptha bar soap into it and just washed as usual. Has worked for me for many different things....even works on rubbings from the old aluminum siding powder.
Instructions For Beaded Plant Hanger?
Here is a link for you. There are links to the illustrations in the steps. http://www.bjcraftsupplies.com/pattern/beaded-plant-hanger.asp
Ginger (Miniature Rat Terrier)
She looks like my toy fox terriers with all that white and black markings on the body. The breeder told me it is called ticking...they are soooo cute and loving. Only have the one left and she is not in the best of health now that she is old...enjoy your Ginger...
Sun Dried Tomato Recipe?
refrigerator - Sun Dried Tomatoes w/Olive Oil 6 pounds ripe Roma Italian plum tomatoes Olive oil as needed Line baking sheets with racks used for cooling baked goods. Cut tomatoes in half lengthwise almost all way down, leaving 2 halves attached at very end...
Ingredients To Make Homemade Laundry Detergent?
In our grocery stores around here, the Fels Naptha soap is stocked where all the bar soaps are.
Instructions for a Beaded Angel?
I had this link that I found back in 2003. I hope its what you were looking for. http://www.make-stuff.com/projects/bead_angels.html
Anti-Static Washing Machine Balls?
I did an online search and didnt find anything that said anti static for washing machines...just the balls for the dryer. Here are a couple of links for you to check out. washing machine balls: Keep every load free of even the tiniest speck of lint! Nylon microbrushes...
Do Old Kenmore Dryers Have a Circuit Breaker?
Wont turn, it wont heat, nothing happens! Is there a circuit breaker? Cyinda from Seattle I use to work at a repair center and there is what is called a thermal fuse. It would make your machine act that way. It usually only costs about $14 and it plugs in with...
Make Your Own Automatic Shower Cleaner
Over time, if you have tiles or any sealant, the vinegar would dry that out, so I wouldnt use it. This I have found from personal experience.
Sites Similar to Thriftyfun?
Oh my gosh...I just spent over an hour in that http://www.mamasource.com site that Esther Jimenez suggested and it is soo nice. Thanks for the link.
Avoiding Dishwasher Detergent Stains on Pots and Pans?
I found that my stainless steel pots did not get any stains but anything aluminum did. Mostly I hand wash my pots and pans but from time to time do put the stainless steel in the dishwasher.
What is This Flower? (Lantana)
It kind of looks like a Kalanchoe plant. Here are a couple links to what I found: this link shows the plant in white, http://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheets/hgic1563.htm this link shows many different colors, http://highaltitudegardening.blogspot.com/2008/03/indoor...
Navy Retirement Party Refreshments for 50?
Do you have others to help with this party? That would be great and there are many recipes you and your helpers or friends can make ahead and then just heat, and then there are the served cold things too. Here is a link you can copy and paste that has many...
Skunk Living in Backyard?
I thought it had been in a corner of our backyard, but its got to be in the yard right next to ours. It has a lot of downed tree limbs and lots of weeds....lots! Even though there is a fence between the yards...I dont want to be out there when its smell is...
Scrapple Tip
The scrapple recipes I grew up with had oatmeal and not cornmeal. Cornmeal changes the texture and flavor of scrapple. Here are 2 Pennsylvania Dutch recipes from you could make yourself. The second one is probably a bit easier to make. Scrapple is definitely...
Looking for Pine Jelly Soap?
Have you tried your local agricultural store? We have them around this area called Agway. When I cant find things at the regular places, I go there and if they dont have it, they usually know where I can find it. I did find this site, but it says sold in a...
Inexpensive Dog Coat
I think its a great idea, but dont the zippered ones come with hoods? What do you do with that part?
Cleaning an Artificial Christmas Tree?
I was thinking that you could use the same principle in cleaning your tree as Ive seen listed many places for cleaning artificial flowers. Place the tree in a large bag, sprinkle with salt, tie closed and shake. Untie, shake off excess salt and remove the bag...
Removing Dye from a Fiberglass Tub?
I agree with the baking soda and liquid dish detergent. It may take a couple of scrubs but it worked for me.
When will 'It's a Wonderful Life' be on TV This Year?
I missed it on the 14th and since its my favorite Christmas movie, I checked to see if it would be on again...it IS. On WNBC Monday, December 24the at 8:00 pm
Pattern for Old Fashioned Sunbonnet?
I found these links http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/trailofthe49ers/bonnet.htm http://www.mormontrek.net/Pack/PDF/Slats.pdf http://www.motherearthnews.com/DIY/1978-07-01/Make-Your-Own-Sunbonnet-in-Less-Than-Two-Hours.aspx http://www.ozcrafts.com/country16...
Kenmore Oven Beeps "F2"?
I found this list. It might be helpful.... Most Kenmore products are made by Whirlpool.... chart 1: Whirlpool - Range/Stove/Oven Fault Codes Non Y-Line NOTE: Not valid for Y line. If there is a Y near the end of your model number, do not use this chart. Failure...
Dryer Leaving Oily Spots on Clothing?
A couple of my friends and I, too, had this problem at one time. We all found that by either changing liquid fabric softener or diluting it, or adding it by hand when the rinse cycle was swishing around, and not in the dispenser helped. Rewashing the items...
Tax Software Reviews?
Weve used tax act online for the last few years. It gives great step by step instructions and will retain information from your federal return so you may file the state return faster. You do not even have to do it all at once, you can go back in another day...
Beaded Flowers?
Try these links: http://beadedflowers.tripod.com/international/patterns/index.htm http://beadwork.about.com/od/beadpatternsbyitem1/tp/Top_Flowers.htm
Crocheted Flower Purse Pattern?
I clicked the yahoo link and it did not work for me. Here is the message I got when I tried it: Group Not Found There is no group called palopintocrochetersandmore. Please make sure you typed the web address correctly. If you have done so, the group may no...
