Window Shopping
Going to thrift stores and garage sales, etc. is a good way to get bargains IF you know what you are buying, can evaluate it properly, etc. However... many thrift stores, church rummage sale coordinators, etc. also have access to the Internet, and/or professional...
Beaded Purse Has Yellowed?
What kind of fabric/fiber is it, and what kind of beading? Is the purse in good condition, other than the yellowing? If cotton, soaking in a solution of hot Oxyclean may get rid of the stain-- I was able to treat vintage crocheted doilies sucessfully, but it...
Knitting with Fabric
You also can crochet with fabric strips. To cut a long strip from fabric, fold in half with selvedges together, then fold in almost in half again, but leave about 2 from the selvedges. Cut fabric desired width up to that 2 point, unfold, then cut through one...
Little Soap Bars
I save the unopened ones to donate to a local womens shelter. Also the shampoos, lotions, etc. Used soaps, I wrap with tissue, and stick in the bag of dirty clothes-- keeps the smell down! When unpacking, those soaps go into the bathrooms to use just like any...
Save Money With Meatless Meals
$1000/month??! How many kids do you have? I have two teen boys, and we have meat/dairy daily, but I average $500/month. That includes non-food items, like soaps and toiletries. And I dont coupon, except for CostCos (which usually are either significant $ off...
Strong Necklace Thread
(b)Dont use monofilament fishing line!!(/b)(Thats the cheap stuff). It stretches, and degrades. The GSP lines (Fireline, Power Pro, Spiderline Fusion) are good for bead stringing, but not cheap. And dont use dental floss except as an emergency repair (and flossing...
Caring for a Bougainvillea?
It may be an area specific thing, but... My experience is the same as Lindas. Im in San Diego (USDA Zone 10+, Sunset Zone 23)-- leave them alone except for pruning, and they do fine... drought conditions suit them. However, they must do OK with plenty of rain...
Recipe Ideas for Canned Ravioli?
For any of the canned pasta with a tomato based sauce: add per can 1-2 T extra virgin olive oil a few shakes of garlic powder 1 T Italian seasoning mix (basil, oregano,etc) or pesto Mix well, and heat (stovetop or microwave). Serve with Parmesan cheese on top...
