Crafts Using Unmarked Paint Cans?
Ive seen some adorable cans altered to hold baby or bridal shower gifts. Add some paper and ribbon, and youre all set. Heres one simple example: http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/831268?cat=13130 Theyre also fun to use to hold survival kits - this...
Craft Ideas for Assisted Living Home?
Going along with the wreath idea already suggested, how about making one out of foam leaf stickers? You can find a tub of them very inexpensively at chain craft stores (or could also be ordered from Oriental Trading). You could either use paper plates for the...
Food Christmas Gift Ideas?
There are a ton of ideas here: http://budget101.com/gifts.htm I personally would recommend stuff like soup mixes (if theyd actually be used) I would think that both boys would really appreciate food boxes, though, as long as the stuff is easy to prepare (translation...
Where to Find Iron Shut Tea Bags?
Not sure what youre planning to do with them, but how about making your own out of coffee filters and some stitch witchery (iron-on fusible webbing that can be found in the fabric dept at Wal-Mart). I know Ive seen these supplies suggested for making bath tea...
Bag Take Home Leftovers After A Holiday Dinner
I also save food tubs throughout the year (whipped topping, margarine, etc) for occasions such as this.
Good Quality Fabric Scissors?
I swear by my Ginghers. Ive had them for about twenty years now, and theyre still going strong. They cost a bit more, but they truly will last a lifetime.
Reselling Glass Bowls Leftover From Wedding?
The other poster had some great suggestions. My only other thought would be to possibly donate them to a church (be sure to get a receipt for tax purposes)
Homemade Kool-Aid Playdough?
Heres the recipe I use. I dont think its the one you had in mind, but its highly recommended. Combine 1 1/2 c. flour, 3/4 c. salt, 1 1/2 c water, 1 Tb cream of tartar, 2 tsp vegetable oil, and 1 packet unsweeted kool-aid powder. Stir together and cook over...
Where Can I Get A Miss Elizabeth Scrapbook?
The Miss Elizabeth line is exclusive to Dollar Tree. Mine occasionally has scrapbooks, but quite frankly the quality is pretty lousy (although their stickers and papers are quite nice!). Id recommend going to a chain craft store and purchasing a simple solid...
Keep Your Home Phone For Emergencies
Were actually planning to give up our home phone next month, but will have 1 extra cell phone (on the family plan) that will strictly be for the house, specifically to address this type of scenario. Its cheaper to pay the $10/mo for the cell as opposed to phone...
Removing Ink Jet Imprint On Wood?
Try a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser - that saved us when our son drew on our coffee table with a permanent marker. Be sure to test it on the underside of the table first, though, to make sure it wont damage the finish
