The Can Opener
I used to have a Pampered Chef can opener. Even though it was just a black plastic and metal thing-a-ma-bob, it gave me a warm fuzzy feeling every time I used it. But its been MIA for several years now. I bought a cheap off-brand to replace it, but its just...
Budget Kitchen Remodel
Thank you for all the positive feedback. Notice I didnt include a picture of the fridge. That side of the room had some major issues. There was a floor to ceiling shelf next to the fridge, which Ive hated it since the day I moved here. I tore that down and...
Juice Can Lid Wind Chimes
Oh my gosh, that is SO cute! The beads really add style to the whole thing. Now I have to buy some frozen juice to get started.
Color Advice for a Tile Backsplash?
Its hard to tell without a picture. If the room is small, go with whatever matches your upper cabinet color (you cant go wrong with a traditional white). It will open up the room and give it a simple, clean look, if you stick with shades of white. You have...
Moving Handles on Cabinets?
You can buy wood filler or caulk to fill the hole. Some of the bigger hardware stores, like a Menards or Lowes, sell the stuff in different colors and wood tones. You might discover what matches best through trial and error. Try filling the hole on one cabinet...
What are These Bugs?
They just look like specs in the photos. Any chance you can get a close-up of one?
Tomato Not Ripening?
What a coincidence, I just watched a local news program on this very subject. People have been complaining about how their tomatoes arent ripening. They interviewed a farmer who said the delay is due to the cool weather weve been having. A heat wave is on its...
Teenage Girl Cries A Lot?
It could just be hormones, but if this a relatively new development, maybe not. Sometimes, when a person cries over a lot of little things, its because theres a much bigger thing shes trying to deal with right now. She might feel like theres an issue out of...
Cleaning Formica Countertop Before Painting?
Hi Maryanne: I just created a blog through this website all about my experiences remodeling my kitchen. I painted my counter tops to look like galaxy granite and talk about some of the troubles I ran into while doing it, which might be of benefit to you. Im...
Choosing Kitchen Cabinet Colors?
The color is determined more by the stain than the type of wood. Both oak and maple can be painted or stained similar colors. Both woods are beautiful and strong, so it really depends more on the look you want--grainy with pronounced lines running through the...
In Need of a Snappy Business Name?
Chores & More Home Services: House cleaning, yard work, snow removal, babysitting, errands--you name it, because almost anything Moms do, we can do too!
Swivel Sweeper G2?
Im not sure if my Swivel Sweeper is a G2 or not, but I love it. Ive had for about three years and it still works great. I use it almost every day in the kitchen, so I wouldnt consider it junk. Think of it more as a broom than a vacuum. I use it mostly for my...
Gooey Stickers off Glass?
Ive had good luck with a product called Goo Gone. It sells in a small bottle, maybe 8 ounces, and can be purchased at places like WalMart and Lowes.
Places of Interest Near Lake Michigan?
Holland, MI is really cool during tulip season. Thats over for the year, but Holland also has beaches and some nice little shops. Cant say its a MUST SEE, but it is very nice. Maybe you can google the name and see if they have visitor info.
Peonies Not Flowering?
If the buds are about the size of a pea, this sounds like a case of bud blast. This can be caused by poor soil, frost, planting them too deeply or inadequate lighting. If all the planting conditions are right, keep in mind peonies take a long time to establish...
Envirotex Countertops and Food Safety?
Thanks for looking that up for me, Amuck. I went to the site you provided and found their customer service number. I talked to Hilary at ETI and she said the Envirotex Lite has a similar bacteria resistance and food safety as laminate, but if its scratched...
Beware Using Glitter When Refinishing Counter Tops
Becky, I just did my counters and ran into the same thing. I had square-shaped black glitter and a separate container of glitter that looked more like gold flecks/slivers. The smaller glitter worked fine, and if I had to do over, Id use just that. In places...
