Preventing a Pot from Boiling Over
Thanks for this tip; have a new stove and while becoming accustomed to it, have had trouble with the boiling over it. I will definitely try this. Any tips for keeping sauce from splattering out?
Attach Pull Tab To Driver's License
A sweet young gal at Sams did this for me some years ago. Such a simple fix and I didnt think of it before. LOL
Vegetables and Fruit for Dog Treats
Wow! What a pic. This lil guy/gal is in seventh heaven. You can tell by the smile.
Toothpicks for Corn on the Cob
What a great idea; I cant eat the corn like I did before because of caps on my teeth & bridges but others in the household will love the idea. I never seem to have enough holders. (I miss my corn on the cob, really loved it.) Thanks for the great idea.
Removing Mats From a Cat or Dog
Thats an excellent idea. Why didnt I think of that. Thanks for sharing.
Training an Aggressive Yorkie?
Thanks tx betty for your thoughts. I was always told not to hit or swat the dog but I think it is time. she is not possessive of her things; it is when she gets other peoples things that she gets nasty if we try to retrieve it. Socks, tissue, etc. As someone...
Reuse Ziploc Bags for Dog Waste
I had suggested earlier that the use of those newspaper bags was great for scooping up the poo. However, youve got me beat by reusing the ziplock bags. I like that idea even better. Thanks for sharing.
Louie (Yorkie)
How lucky you were to get Louie from a shelter. Wow. He is adorable and of course being a yorkie owner I am probably a bit prejudiced. I like all the animals.
Theo (Maine Coon Mix)
Theo is just beautiful His eyes are most captivating. I love both cats & dogs but can only have dogs as so many in family are allergic to cats. What a shame but I still can enjoy others little ones. Thanks for sharing
Hoku (Cat)
He is beautiful; I can no longer own cats because of so many children & grandchildren being allergic. I still love them though and yours is gorgeous.
Keeping a Dog from Chewing on Things?
We have a Yorkie who is now 18 mos. she is an avid chewer. just when we think it is over, she starts in again. the only advice we can offer is bitter apple sprayed on whatever she enjoys chewing. She hates it; I have tried others but she rather liked them. If...
Giving a Dog Medication?
Our vet used a piece of cheese; worked great and when we tried it. It worked again.
Fixing Loose Screws in Wood
What a great idea. I definitely will try it; along with the glue. Thanks so much for sharing.
Travel with Medications in Original Containers
Everyone on medication should carry a list on their person. My husband gets his meds in a 3 month supply; would hate to carry that on an airline. I understand you are not allowed to take all that much with you and each should be placed in a see through plastic...
Sort Mail in Front Entry
I have just the spot for those purses; always changing what is on my hooks w/bench in the entryway, I love this idea. Thanks a bunch.
Using a Glove on Either Your Right or Left Hand
Who knew? Kudos to you for thinking of this one. Great idea.
Removing Candle Wax from Jars?
I remove small amounts and clean candle all at once by using skin so soft from Avon. It works best for me and leaves your candle holder with a wonderful scent.
Crochet Wire Hanger Covers
I crochet wire hangers also. They made a unique gift for someone I hold dear in a dementia ward. They are fairly sturdy after crocheting them and I sewed a piece of material on each one with her name (as is required there). The name of course was put on with...
Craft Ideas Using Extra Large Coffee Filters?
I somehow ended up with huge coffee filters as well. I found out that by placing one that fit on top of the big one, I could cut them down to size. Works for me; just another use.
Poll: Do you hang dry your clothing?
I find that many things shrink in the dryer. So I fluff them first and then hang on the line. I have always done it this way. Sorry about the empty post previously
Garden Plants That Can Be Toxic to Pets
The mention of avocado really blows my mind. My Yorkie was quite ill last summer and we never did find out what caused all the problems including tremors; which by the way, are now gone. I tried a puppy food at Petsmart which contained avocado. I did end up...
Garden Plants That Can Be Toxic to Pets
I double checked on the food that has avocados and it is Avoderm. Thought pet owners would like to know.
Cleaning a Garbage Can Used for Pet Waste?
So thankful for the question and also more thankful for the answers. I thought that a plastic can held odors more now I find it is true. I use plastic bags for the poo and store them in the container until garbage day; then I place those into more plastic bags...
Cleaning a Garbage Can Used for Pet Waste?
Re: plastic pail for poo. Got rid of that little bugger. Now am using a metal pail w/lid. What a difference. I also put cat litter on the bottom of my pail. Cant hurt.
Recipe for Repelling Bugs on Outdoor Plants
Thanks for the tip about Dr Bronners liquid peppermint soap; I will give this a try. I usually use dawn dish soap but will try your suggestion to see if it works better. Thanks.
Making Second Hand Clothes Look New
I have the same question as sue; every time? I also did not realize that there was a wrinkle release spray; of course I am up in years and sometimes do not know these new ideas.
