Mesh Bags for Dishwashing Small Items
Ive used the mesh bags for laundry in the dishwasher for small items. If the zipper rusts, just pull it out and tie the bag stuff with string.
Kindle and iPad For Reading Books
I got a kindle fire for Christmas and I love it! Its small enough to fit in my purse, connects to wi-fi and is bright enough that I dont need another light source. The best part...found a website that has free books to download. You dont have to be an Amazon...
Yahoo's Online Calendar
I started using my yahoo calendar a while back as well. I like the feature that allows you to set up a text message as a reminder. Its been a life saver on more than one occasion. I even set up some reminders to go to my DH cell phone. No more saying I forgot...
How to Make Your Own Easter Egg Dye
Ive been doing this for several years now. I think it makes richer colors and my kids love mixing to see what combinations they can make.
Cross Stitch Pattern for the Breast Cancer Ribbon?
There is a great website that has a pattern for the pink ribbon and its free. Go tohttp://www.cyberstitchers.com and search for ribbon under the free patterns tab.
Keep Baby Socks Together in the Wash
I use the lingerie wash bags to keep baby socks together. I keep it near the wash machine and when I sort socks, just stuff the little ones in there. It goes from wash to dryer in one step and they stay together. Best thing, you can buy those bags at the dollar...
Re-read The Books You Have
I have been doing that for years. The experiences I have had, the places Ive gone, the people Ive met; these all color how I read the book. I may have sympathized with a character years ago but change that upon re-reading.
Share Your Customer Service Experiences
I used to be a travel agent and had to deal with airline customer service. Those people can be pretty rude and unapologetic. One of the first things I was taught was to always get their name and where they are located. Most of the CS agents say their name right...
Bailey's Irish Cream (Copycat)
Do you make up the coffee so its liquid or just use the instant coffee crystals?
Keeping Track When Flipping Your Mattress
I use the old saying spin in the spring, flip in the fall. I do it on the equinox so its marked on the calendar. Or you could do it on the daylight savings days. Either way, its a reminder.
Getting Onion Smell Off Hands?
I found that cutting celery after the onion removes the smell completely. You can add the celery to whatever dish you are making or just eat it.
Selling Empty Prescription Bottles?
You can recycle them. Take them to your pharmacy and drop them off. Or you can recycle them for your own purposes, like buttons or bead.
DVD Clubs That Don't Require Credit Card?
Instead of joining a club why not check out your public library? Many libraries now have a DVD section and youd be surprised at the selection. You dont have to buy anything and no money is involved unless you are late returning the movie.
Suggestions for Camping With a Dog?
All ideas are awesome here. One other thing is to mamke sure that your dog is current on all their vaccinations and bring along a flea & tick collar. You dont want you sweetie coming home with anything.
Teach Young Children to Use the Computer
I totally agree. My daughter started on the computer at 2 and is now one of the top readers in her first grade class. She has basic understanding of how to get onto the Internet as well and I monitor the sites she visits. This in no way substitutes for spending...
Getting Rid of Roaches Without Harming Pets?
Fill a jar with a some old coffee grounds and then fill about a third of the way with water. Tilt the jar so it can be easily accessed by the roaches. They will crawl in to get to the sweet coffee grounds but they cannot get out. You may have to refill the...
Removing Sharpie from Vinyl Moonwalk?
Try plain old acetone, aka nail polish remover. Put some on a cottonball and wipe it up. Then use some soap and water to clean the acetone off the surface of the vinyl.
Ice Cream Recipe Without Eggs?
My daughter had this recipe in one of her little cook books. Its an easy ice cream recipe that is actually pretty good. 1 can sweetened condensed milk 2 cups heavy whipping cream 2/3 cup chocolate syrup. Mix the sweet milk and chocolate syrup together (great...
