What is the Shelf Life of Free Range Farm Eggs?
I have organic, free-range eggs on my farm. I have kept eggs as long as four months in the refrigerator and they were still like fresh when I used them. The key to this is that the eggs can not have been washed. There is a natural waxy coating on an egg that...
Paint Color Advice for a Hunter Green and Oak Kitchen?
Something close to whitewashs colour would look pretty too, it would give it the look of a little Irish cottage, I think. The cream idea is also very nice, or a barely there buttery colour too. Whatever you choose, I hope youll share a photo!
Helping a Child Eat More Healthy Food?
You realize that you are the parent, right? Its not up to you to cajole a child into eating what you know is best for them, but it IS up to you to make that choice and STICK WITH IT. Offer two choices: Take it or Leave it. If said child leaves it, so be it...
Homemade Natural Hardwood Floor Cleaner?
My grandmother used to save all her weeks tea bags in a jar of water in the fridge, on Saturday afternoon, shed pour the tea into her mop bucket, add boiling water to make a gallon or so and mop away with the tea. It has to be plain old black tea though, but...
Homemade Natural Countertop Cleaners?
Try one cup washing soda and two cups baking soda and a few drops of tea tree oil. Use similarly to Comet, but no scratching! Tthe tee tree oil is a natural disinfectant and smells nice too. I use this myself. Itll take red Koolaid out of white counters, let...
Homemade Natural Tile Cleaner?
See my answer for your counter top cleaner. Use with an old tooth brush on grout.
Biting Insect Indoors?
I can pretty much guarantee you have dust mites. Everyone does, even if they dont think so. However, they dont bite people. They eat the bits of skin and such left in the carpets, upholstery and bedding etc. I would check more for fleas and bedbugs, or another...
Country Rabbit
Fantastic recipe! My husband and I raise rabbits for food and profit and Im always looking for rabbit recipes! Thank you!
Recipe for a Small One Layer Cake?
Id recommend using Jiffy Mix cake mixes. They make an 8x8 cake (or an 8 round) and they make frosting mixes too. very nice for one or two people. OR you could make the 9x13 and wrap the pieces and freeze them. Then just take a couple out when you want them...
Eating Healthy on a Budget
Actually, meat should only cover 1/4 of your plate. Veggies should cover 1/2 and the last quarter? Starchy veggies like corn or beans or potato or rice or pasta. With that info, it makes it easier to realize weve been paying way too much at the grocery store...
Removing Adhesive Residue from Transdermal Patch?
Baby oil and a cotton ball. Cheap and cheerful! You can get both at dollar stores. Just put a few drops of the baby oil on a cotton ball and rub the adhesive away. Ive used this myself when I tried the patch for smoking. Also works great for bandaids, gum in...
Cleaning Silver With Products at Home?
My two favourite methods: Make a paste of lemon juice and table salt. Use a soft cloth to dip into the paste and rub on the silver. this works best if youre maintaining the shine. If you have a lot of tarnish, I like Tarnex. It stinks like crazy when it contacts...
ChapStick Stains on Clothing?
ChapStik is essentially oil and wax. Put layers of newsprint or brown paper bags on the front and back of the stain and use a warm iron to heat this moving the top paper around a bit to soak up as much of the chapstik as you can. Then treat whats left of the...
Does Flarp Shrink?
Yes, obviously Flarp shrinks. Why? because it has water in it and appearantly youre lid isnt as tight fitting as it should be and the water is evaporating. My husband had a can of the stuff I got him a few birthdays ago, he keeps it in the can in a zipper bag...
Best Detergent for Washing Dishes by Hand in Hard Water?
I use the Members Mark brand from Sams club and put it in a pump bottle (like hand lotion) about 10-12 pumps are all thats needed to do a whole days dishes for all four of us. Our water here is like drinking rocks. I know of one woman who dissolves a little...
Images of Vintage Home Interiors?
Heres a start: http://images.google.com/images?hl=en&source=hp&q=Vintage+Home+Interiors+&btnG=Search+Images&gbv=2&aq=f&oq=&aqi= You could also change the word vintage into whatever year youre interested in.
Long Term Lampshade Storage Ideas?
If youre worried about moisture, you could get those containers of drying agent like you find in the broom section at the stores. You put them in your basement to help keep it dry.
Cleaning Stains on Window Glass?
Its possible that its just the colour of the glass. It may be permanently stained (but that would pretty much have to mean that no one ever washed them until you.) Have you tried a power washer?
Need Centerpiece Ideas?
I like the oparigami idea, and youre talking about Pinwheels! You could try a set of three or so (pick an odd number or match the number to the number of guests at each table) pinwheels in a small bucket of sand. Use crepe streamers along or around the tables...
Turnover Style Spinach Pie?
Is this it? Cheesy Spinach Turnovers 1 lb. phyllo dough 3/4 c. sweet butter Cheese Filing: 3/4 c. Monterrey Jack or feta cheese 1/2 c. cottage or ricotta cheese 1 egg, beaten 2 tbsp. chopped parsley 1/2 tsp. black pepper Spinach Filling: 1/2 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen...
Cutting Up a Grapefruit?
My Mom used to make smiles out of them..like oranges, then drizzel them with honey. I also like them broiled, cut in half, sprinkle with brown sugar and broil a minute or two until the sugar melts... My daughter cuts them in half, sprinkles with sugar and digs...
How Do I Prevent Cake Frosting From Melting?
Firstly, try chilling your cake. After it cools, put it in the frige for about an hour. Next use 4 ounces cream cheese, 1/2 t lemon juice, 1/2 t vanilla, and as much powdered sugar as needed to make a god stiff frosting. Bring the cream cheese to room temperature...
Treating a Dog With Ringworm?
Tea Tree Oil works wonders on ringworm. Its also very very safe for kids, pets, living things in general. Rub gently with a cotton swab dipped in tea tree oil two or three times a day until the spots are healed (you should be able to get this at rite aid, walgreens...
Cooking With Fresh Pumpkins?
Cut the pumpkins in half and scoop out all the stuff. Lay them cut side down on a baking sheet and bake at 350 F. until you can stick a fork into them easily. Let them cool enough to handle then turn them cut side up and scrape out the flesh with a spoon. To...
What is This Song? (Winkin, Blinkin, and Nod)
Tahlula, Thank you so much! I dont know where I got that line from, but I was looking around and listened to the Mammas and the Pappas version and ping! That was it! The very song my sister used to sing to me. I dont know how to thank you enough! Thank you...
Homemade Solution for Removing Hair Products from Hair?
I like a little baking soda mixed into a bit of clarifying shampoo (suave is good) then finish with a 1/4 cup vinegar in a quart jar of wamr water as the final rinse. (the vinegar smell vanishes as your hair dries.) Use a tiny tiny bit of leave in conditioner...
Paint Advice with Maple Cabinets, Light Hardwood, and Black Granite Counters?
Match the green or tan (with a tiny touch of yellow for brightening)! Youll be thrilled with the finished look.
Removing Floor Wax?
My grandmothers housekeeper used LAs Awesome (dollar a bottle, the yellow stuff) and just sprayed it on straight, no diluting. She waited about 15 minutes and mopped it up. In a few places she has to scrape a little with a plastic spatula like what you smear...
Dog Won't Eat Normally?
Sounds like you have a female in heat, and that your boy isnt neutered. Males have three things on their minds; food, sleeping, and girls. Unless the girl is in heat, then only one thing exists: the girl. I know of many males who have lost interest in everything...
Recipes on a Budget?
Try going to www.5dollardinners.com the who site is devoted to making dinner (and other meals) for at least four for five dollars and under for the whole meal (not just per person!) you could halve the recipes or freeze half once its made. Also, if you have...
Repairing A Cracked Plastic Tub?
Theres not a place to edit the original post, so here I am with further explanation: The crack is in the inner curve of the built in seat/step of a plastic garden tub. At this point its only a crack about 7 or 8 inches long. Ive tried caulking the crack and...
Cut Mr. Clean Magic Erasers In Half
Fantastic! Ive been doing this for a while, too. Also, if you have a dollar tree near you you can get their brand for only $1 for two. I still cut them in half!
Removing Facial Hair Naturally?
I know that drinking a cup or two of spearmint tea every day helps lessen facial hair in women.
Ear Cropping and Tail Docking?
Um...why would you breed a min-pin to a chihuahua anyway? Also, docking and cropping is not a decorative surgery. Its done on certain breeds only for work and show purposes. Its also painful, remember, the tail is an extension of the animals spine! Chopped...
Perspiration Stains on White T-shirts?
Firstly, try using Oxy-Clean in a sink of warm water and soaking the stained clothes for about 20 minutes. That should help. Secondly, deodorants do not prevent perspiration. Your partner needs to use a good Anti-Perspirant, try Gillette Clear Gel.
Caring for Stray Cats?
About the kitten with pus in the eyes. This is a little time consuming because you have to do it three or four times a day, but Ive cured many many kitty eyes in my day with this: pour boiling water into a cup that has in it a Chamomile teabag in it. (just...
Use Baking Soda to Remove Hairspray from Your Hair?
Ive never heard of this, but it makes me really glad that I dont use that stuff!
Improving Second Language Pronunciation?
You could listen carefully to the native speakers around you and try to copy how they sound. Another way might be to check into your local high school or community collage and see if they have a English as a second language class or look for diction lessons...
Young Girl's Hair Styles?
Remember: Its her hair. If she already hates having it brushed and doesnt like doing her hair with barrettes and things Do not push for long hair. Long hair on a kid is a pain the the wahzoo anyway. When, and if shes ready for longer hair, shell let you know...
Painting the Inside of a Lampshade?
If its just too shiny and the colour is ok... Id just sand it lightly to dull the shine.
Covering Up Skin Blemishes Under Arms?
I agree, too, with the zinc remedy. You could also use a foundation and powder under your arms. Or better, find a cropped jacket (you know the kind, the ones that come just below your bust) or sweater asap that goes well with the dress, then sew on beads and...
Musty Smelling Canvas Tent ?
We used FeBreeze. Well, we went to a dollar store and used their brand of Fabric refresher. We set up the tent, sprayed it down heavily and did this for three days in a row. But it worked! Ive also used a scented disinfectant (the kind in an aerosol can) before...
Finding Zymox Otic?
1800PetMeds offers Zymox Otic. (1800petmeds.com) You might also findit at Petsmart. Id call ahead and find out for sure though. If not, try Walgreens or RiteAid.
Cleaning Red Stain on Linoleum Floor?
The summer that I replaced all the linoleum in my kitchen I also attempted my first batch of Grape Jelly. The jelly turned out fantastic, but the juicer had leaked all over my new white and blue floor. I had just discovered a new (at the time) product: LAS...
Suggestions for Camping With a Dog?
Hi, my husband and I camp with our dogs all the time. We have a beagle/basset mix and an English Pointer. When you camp with your dog just like camping with anyone with special needs, you have to make your trip around him. If your dog doesnt ride in a canoe...
Removing Bathmat Adhesive from Tub?
Goof-Off is an inexpensive solvent that wont etch your fiberglass tub and is totally safe on most surfaces. We use it all the time (my husband uses it to remose the stickers from sheets of glass and other items he uses in his artwork) Its fantastic.
Joke: To Be 6 Again
He went to all that trouble for her and she still found a reason to complain. sheesh.
Making Pizza Dough?
I use a basic white bread recipe and double the oil. I also use olive oil instead of whatever shortening or oil is called for. You can also brush the outer crust with a little butter or egg wash and sprinkle with a little garlic powder and Parmesan cheese. Excellent...
What Breed is My Dog?
What a little honey! Id be tempted to say thats a Great Dane. Only the ears and tail havent been cropped. I like un-cropped better anyway. My auntie-in-law has Danes, and I was raised in the Dog Show circuits. Hes gotta be a dane.
Discouraging Door to Door Solicitors
?
I wish I had my mothers talent for irish diplomacy. She was able to tell a person where to go that they looked forward to the trip. Once, I came home from work to find two young men vacuuming the living room and doing the dishes while my Mom sat at the kitchen...
Making Leather Car Seats Feel Cooler?
In the mini van we used to have, my husband would start the vehicle about 5 minutes or so ahead of time, or start it then load in groceries or what have you, and turn on the AC and aim the vents at the seats...that cooled them enough in the summer to not fry...
Dollar Store Freezer Bags vs the Name Brand?
I use dollar store freezer bags for the same purpose all the time. They work just fine. I agree that theyre not as thick as name brand, but if youre only freezing stuff for a short period (such as later in the week) theyre great. I also use them for storage...
Reviews of Calorad Weight Loss Supplement?
Dont bother with pills and quickie fixes. Go to SparkPeople.com Fantastic! Im Sparking Right now!
Using Leftover Leek Leaves?
I chop the dark green leaves and pop them into a freezer bag. Then, when I make soup, I boil a handful with the bones to make the stock. Strain these out when you take out the bones, then proceed as usual. Theyre fantastic too to add flavour when boiling chicken...
Puppy is Chewing on the Carpet?
Our guy Ralphie actually chewed a hole in a wall. Ok.. the wall was thin and under the snack bar, but still. He also began chewing EVERYTHING in sight. We started letting him have paper plates, small boxes, and lots of toys... particularly one called a Kong...
Coconut Oil Diet?
http://coconut-oil-diet.com/ http://www.coconutdiet.com/ http://www.buzzle.com/articles/what-is-a-coconut-oil-diet.html http://www.coconutoildiet.com/ Hope these help!
Use Old Socks for Thumbless Mittens
I remember as a kid that was pretty much all we had for mittens. Until my Mom was given a few old sweaters. She used those and made us custom-sized mittens. We thought we were rich! I still use socks when its really cold and I have to feed and water livestock...
Storing Homemade Bread?
What about a reused bread bag? Or a paper bag? Or try a thrift store for an old time bread box? If its really some kind of issue with your friend, perhaps he has a suggestion.
Tips for Frying Chicken?
Lightly brown your chicken then either A) cover the pan and cook until nearly done. Uncover the pan and allow the chicken to crisp up turning it over at least once to be sure it was crispy all over or B) Brown your chicken in the frying pan then place on a...
Games and Activities for "Rock Fantasy" Themed Party?
Im guessing Air guitar contests are out then? We used to do that all the time.
Recommendations for Vacuums?
Definitely a Dyson Monster... its the purple one. Its designed especially for pet owners. Ive had mine for about three years and the only thing Ive had to do is cut a bit of string from the brush a couple times. WOW do they pick up the stuff! Pet hair, glitter...
Cooking Venison Without the Gamey Taste?
Here in Michigan, the deer sometimes eat a LOT of acorns that will give the meat a strong flavour. My Gran uses an old Swedish way of cooking it... she soaks the meat in Milk over night. You can mix up powdered milk for this or use it from the container. When...
Frugal Anti-Fugal Humidifier Solution?
I agree.. you could use bleach... if youre worried about smell or if you need a non-chemical alternative, try Tea Tree oil. Use 6 - 9 drops per gallon. good luck!
Shelf Life of Baking Chocolate?
While chocolate CAN go stale, it does NOT spoil. The best place to store chocolate is the freezer...in a double freezer bag. A good way to freshen chocolate for dipping or coatings is to add a small bit of shortening and a few fresh chocolate chips to the bowl...
Does Fixing a Cat Help With Behavior?
Our Pwyll was an Exteremly Active cat at around the same age. We had him fixed and now hes a nice, big, fat, cuddly lump on my telephone table. The lack of testosterone did wonders to calm him down.
Fake Pie Crust Recipe?
Here you go: Traditional Play Dough 1 cup flour 1 cup warm water 2 teaspoons cream of tartar 1 teaspoon oil 1/4 cup salt food coloring Mix all ingredients, adding food coloring last. Stir over medium heat until smooth. Remove from pan and knead until blended...
Safe Powder That Dries Up Fleas?
The plain ol Dial Soap kills fleas instantly on dogs and cats. Be sure to follow this with a dilute of fabric softener... regular strength mixed 1/8C in a quart of warm water... this helps stop the dry skin that dial can cause. Be sure to also wash all the...
Winterizing Windows?
I bought rolls of clear heavy plastic like you can use for drop cloths or covers at Big Lots and some white Duct Tape... It actually works Better than that shrink wrap stuff.
Decorate With Pinecones
I love to decorate with pinecones. I start picking them up in October. A couple years ago, I saw a five foot length of rope with alternating pinecones and bundles of sticks wired to it for...get this... $10! Forget that! I made my own... and for my mother-in...
Homemade Heat Packs for Children?
Flannel is great for making heatpacks and yes, theyre safe for kids! Dont worry too much about them chewing on them. The worst that might happen is theyll swallow a few grains of rice, or get some of the rice wet... then all you have to do is replace the rice...
Getting Auto Grease off Hands?
Theres a tub of stuff called Goop. Its fantastic... we use that a lot or we mix some baking soda and dishwashing liquid and use that with NO WATER... then rinse with warm water. a nail brush can help too. I just worked on my car today, as a matter of fact, and...
Removable Glue?
I agree. Its probably rubber cement. Yes, it stinks until it dries. However, its great. Let it dry most of the way before you use it and youll be able to remove it again. Practice with scraps until you get the hang of it.
Removing Leg Wax From Couch?
The hardest part is not destroying the colour of your couch! Firstly, Id harden the wax and scrape off as much as possible. Next, place a brown paper bag over the stain and using a hot iron and changing position of the bag a LOT, Iron the bag over the spot...
Paperwork Drying Out Hands?
Apply hand lotion, then slip on those thin latex gloves. YOu can get packets of them at dollar tree for a dollar and theres like 6 pairs in the packet.
"Shining the Light on Christmas" Parade Float Ideas?
hey! What about making a dog and a kitty with santa or elf hats on, holding Lanterns in their mouths? You can put signs saying merry christmas and please adopt us if you want. Maybe a Please donate someplace. Best christmas gift I ever got lasted me 22 years...
Bar of Soap Down the Toilet?
Turn off the water to the toilet. Flush and plunge. Pour boiling water down. Let sit. four or five minutes. Plunge again. Do this maybe four or five times.. or until the boiling water goes down on its own. Turn the water back on and, once the tank is full, Flush...
Mozzarella Cheese Stick Recipe?
Use string cheese and a simple batter recipe. FREEZE the cheese sticks. Heat the oil and get the batter ready BEFORE you take the cheese from the freezer. Only take out as many as you can fry at a time. When the oil is hot, fry them. Same with fried cheese...
Keeping Collar Up on Faux Fur Jacket?
You could open the collar and slip a piece of thin plastic inside to firm up the collar or maybe a little starch? Id cut a piece of plastic from a milk jug or a bleach jug to fit inside the collar.
Homemade Skin Moisturizer Recipe?
Im thinking of making some too! A wonderful (but maybe too strange) lotion my Mom used to make is this: Shed save up the oil left from boiling chickens in a container in the freezer. When she had enough shes heat it and add in several handfuls of dried chamomile...
Cabinet Color for Terra Cotta Tiled Floors?
Ecrue or a Soft yellow-ish white. If shed prefer it to be a little darker, maybe go with a natural wood.
"Holly Jolly Christmas" Parade Float Ideas?
First thing I thought of was the elves from Rudolph singing that song while they wrapped presents. holly jolly christmas really doesnt conjur up images of the nativity to me.
Helpful Hints to Avoid an Upset Stomach
Witht he tomatoes... my husbands a diabetc as was my mother... In order to help cut out any un necessary sugar, we use 1/4 tsp per can (reg size) of baking soda... It also gives it a lighter texture and you dont use as much salt. You could also cut the salt...
Using Black Tights for Tying Plants?
I wouldnt think the colour has anything to do with it. As long as its a soft, flexable fabric that will stretch when the plants needs it to.
Growing a Plant in Water?
Change your water every week. Use running water to do this; letting it sit under a gently running tap for a few minutes.
Repairing Massaging Sectional Chairs?
First things first... can you contact the person who sold it to you? If you can, find out why the cord is missing. (ie, pet chewed it, no place to plug it in, shorted out, chairs stopped working etc) If its something simple as it was pet chewed, you can open...
Preserving Natural Items for Crafts?
Sweet gum pods and pine cones dont need ot be preserved, but you can spreay them if you like. Gourds usually dry on their own, but the only way ive ever seen mini pumpkins preserved was that they were dipped in some kind of clear silicon. I would think to try...
Safeway Signature Brand Tomato Basil Bisque Recipe?
Bisque... well... it has cream in it or milk. a nice tomato bisque can be made simply by adding a can of milk or fat free half and half in place of the water when you make a can of tomato soup. Add a little fresh minced basil if you like... sometimes I also...
Using Up Potato Chip Crumbs?
Save them up and use then to coat fried chicken or fish or Use then to sprinkle on salad. Even the BBQ chips and other flavours work great!
My Family Doesn't Clean?
With my girls, The rule was you live here you help. They each had a daily chore and a weekly chore an each chore had a deadline. For this there was pay a dollar a day for the daily chore and three dollars for the weekly chore. If a day was missed, nothing was...
What Breed Is My Dog?
I dont know how big your dog is? Maybe pit bull... Staffordshire is more likely. Perhaps bull terrier (one of the ancestors of the Pit bull) or maybe even a combination of two or more. Looks to be a cutie no matter what!
Sugar Free Pancake Syrup?
My husband is diabetic too, and were all trying to cut back on the sugar anyway. Im always surprised at how many people dont realize that honey IS sugar. I have made a Maple flavoured sauce using splenda brown sugar Blend in some water, bring to a boil and...
