Thoroughly Cleaning A Cast Iron Fry Pan
Thank goodness, a voice of reason!! I have always washed my pans in soapy water & agree its just not clean otherwise. I dont oil or grease the pan afterward unless for some reason Ive had to really scrub with something abrasive such as steel wool. Thats when...
Olive Oil for Cradle Cap
I always washed my babies heads with Johnsons Baby Shampoo and never had the problem of Cradle cap, ever. It could be that oils naturally occur on their heads & needs to be gently cleaned off.
Displaying an Old Camera
Hi Laurel, Love your idea but at what kind of a store did you buy the cloche? I have a couple things I would like to do this with but dont have a clue where to look for this. Mary Zeeland, MI
Dry Laundry Soap for Twenty Dollars a Year
Again, what size container of Oxyclean? Would love to try this but want to make it right.
Working with an Aggressive Pit Bull?
You need to get this dog away from the children now! This doesnt mean you have to put him down immediately. First, is there any way possible to find another home for him that has adults only? If you cant then you need to consider the consequences of keeping...
Chain Clothes Drying Line
Beth, this sounds like a great idea but where would you find painted rust proof chain? Thanks
Soup in a Jar Gift
As a retired RN, I know for a fact that people with cancer who often cant eat much can eat soup in small amounts. Its much lighter than solid food & many times can hit the spot. This is a great idea for anyone who doesnt feel well for any reason. Thanks for...
My Frugal Life: What My Mother and Grandmother Taught Me
The good thing is you listened. Bad thing is I didnt always. Good for you! And although I didnt always listen to my mom, I do remember some things she said & still use the ideas. Her motto: The money I save is just as good in my pocket as someone elses.
No Effort Fundraisers
I know for a fact that both Avon and Tupperware conduct group Fundraisers. And there may well be others. They have flyers for you to hand out for people to order from. You collect the orders with payment to give the representative. [Payment is usually up front...
Sunscreen Reapplication at Day Camps
I am so glad that never happened to my children as I most likely would have ended up in jail for assault. I would have happily gone but your way is much better. I hope this gets the attention of everyone in whom the trust of parents is placed so it never happens...
Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs
Oh my, you really dont have to leave the eggs as long as 30 minutes. 10 - 12 is quite sufficient. Another hint is to remove one egg from the pan with a teaspoon & then with your fingers attempt to spin it. If it spins readily & well, its done. If it flops about...
Watch For Conflicting Medical Information
Cricketnc, as a former RN, I can tell you this should not have happened to you. But, when your Dr. came into the exam room you should have told him immediately what happened. Its obvious this woman could be dangerous. What if you had listened to her? As we...
Computer Shortcuts Using the Control Key
Bless you Elaine! For those of us who didnt grow up with computers & never had time to take classes due to families, etc, this was such a welcome tip and I sincerely thank-you!
Cleaning Lovebugs Off a Car and Windshield?
I really dont have a clue about getting them off the windshield, but when we lived in FL, we got a bottle of Avons Skin-So-Soft and wiped a very light coat of it on our car hood and bumper. Cleaning them off those two places afterwards was an absolute breeze...
Line Kitchen Cabinets with Vinyl Floor Tiles
Oh my gosh! We did this about 15 years ago when we built new kitchen cabinets and it is wonderful. Makes cupboard cleaning so much easier. So glad you thought to post this on TF, Allison!!
Tips When Your Dog is Vomiting
This is really good advice, but may not always work. My son & his wife have a dog who vomited constantly, went into seizures & looked so very emaciated he could have been thought to be abused & neglected. (You could count his ribs from several feet away.) They...
Bathe Pets With Dawn to Kill Fleas
I sent this to my daughter-in-law who rescues lots of animals. She said Dawn dish soap is ok, but she finds Johnson Baby Shampoo works just as well, rinses out much easier and is nicer to their eyes than Dawn.
Make Your Own Jerky for Dogs
Hey vicki57, one question. Low heat setting on what? Do you put this in the oven or what? Thanks so much!
Contact City, Not State For Birth Certificate
In Michigan as well, you would contact the County of birth, not the city.
Scenery: Playing in the Snow
Thank you, we think we are, too.
Uses for Overripe Bananas?
Banana Bread! You can even mash them, then freeze in a ziplock bag to make banana bread another day. Huggybear Zeeland, MI
Finding Secondhand Textbooks
In one semester in college years ago, the cost for my books was over $200 and half of those books were used. I found the used ones not only to be way less expensive but more helpful as students before me had put notes from teacher lectures in the spaces on...
Consumer Awareness When Choosing Doctor
Wow, is this ever consumer garbage! Leslie, you need to complain to whoever runs this Drs service. If you were not informed ahead of any appointments how you were going to be charged it seems you have a right to ask the Dr. to adjust the bill. There has to...
Buy a Counterfeit Detection Pen for Garage Sales
Yes, please! If not the exact name of the store, at least the type of store you found it. Walmart type, office supply type, what? Thanks ever so much!
Keep Dogs Calm During Thunderstorms
This is an interesting solution but it really depends on how severely your dog fears thunderstorms. Our German Shepard was SO terrified our Vet prescribed tranquilizers for her. It helped a lot. She was aware of the storm but no longer paced about rapidly & howled...
Ask Butcher To Make Sale Roasts Into Ground Beef
Perhaps in NY beef roasts are on sale for $1.79 - $1.99 per pound but here in Michigan in the past 8-10 months were lucky if its under $3 a pound on sale. I used to do this often as our butcher in our local grocery thought it was a good idea as well & he would...
Stay in Bed Stew
This is a good idea, but I think Id be more apt to use a slow cooker for more energy efficiency. Huggybear 2
Recycled Can for Filling Freezer Bags
Well, if this isnt a real DUH moment for me! Betty, thank you so much for the smack upside my head. Evidently I needed it. What a great idea!
Reuse Bags For Thrifty Litter Box Clean-Up
Marie, you posted what Ive been doing for years and didnt think to post it. We will use any bag thats headed for the trash such as the ones you use as well as Walmart and other such bags. I just dont understand Buying bags when we get them for free. Thanks...
Shredded Wheat as a Dog Treat
This is a great idea! Another treat Ive used is Cheerios. They are quite small, yet our Jack Russell thought she was in doggy heaven when we would treat her for her tricks or good behavior.
Take Your Own Professional Portrait...
This is strange but try as I might, I cannot see the black & white photo of the baby. The only picture I see by that post is a Google ad for Professional Portraits. (b)Editors Note:(/b) The photo is now visible.
Opening a Can of Soup
This is a great idea except for many of the newer cans that have rounded bottoms. Those are kind of a good/bad thing. Otherwise, will try this, thanks!
Removing Bugs From Your Car?
For years, we have used Avon Skin-so-soft oil to both remove bugs & as a bug preventative. (Used to live in FL during Love bug season). Remove: Wet a rag with SSS and wipe off bugs. To prevent: Wash your car as usual, then dampen clean rag with SSS & wipe the...
No Stick Kitty Litter
Another good idea for this is Avons Skin-So-Soft oil. You do need to clean & dry the box well then either spritz the oil on or spray it on a paper towel, then wipe the towel around the litter box. Of course I have a couple SSS spray bottles on hand then buy...