To Disinfect - These two recipes work well on bathroom and kitchen surfaces
1/2cup Borax dissolved in one gallon of hot water
2 cups of boiling water poured over 2 cups of fresh thyme;steep for ten minutes, strain and cool
All Purpose Scouring Powder-
Grind dried petals or fragrant herbs and mix with baking soda
Metal Cleaners-
Silver : Use toothpaste
Brass: Use equal parts salt and flour,add a touch of vinegar to make paste.Let sit before wiping dry.
Copper: Use a paste of lemon juice and salt
Floor Cleaning Recipes -
All purpose floor cleaner- 1 cup vinegar in pail of water
Greasy floors: 1/4 cup washing soda and TBS vegetable oil based soap to every two gallons of hot water
Polish linoleum floors with club soda
Clean and Deodorize carpets: Mix two parts cornmeal with one part borax. Sprinkle generously over carpet,allow to sit for one hour then vacuum
Windows and Mirrors-
One part vinegar added to four parts water
One cup strong black tea with 3 TBS vinegar
Oven Cleaner -
A paste of baking soda and hot water or sprinkle the soda on a damp sponge and wipe.
Water Spots on Furniture -
Massage white toothpaste on the spot, let dry and buff with a clean cloth
Scratch or Stains: Rub the meat of a walnut into the scratch
Who Knew !!!
Thursday, March 24, 2011
1 Million Pillowcase Challenge
I was just browsing around and found this amazing group of people that are making pillow cases for a cause. Foster children,cancer patients and victims domestic violence. They are trying to reach a goal of 1 Million pillowcases.
You can help by connecting to www.allpeoplequilt.com They have all the information there. They have patterns and tutorials on finishing pillowcases also.
The sponsor of this project is American Patchwork Quilting. So for all you out there that enjoy sewing this might be a lovely thing to do to help people in need .
You can help by connecting to www.allpeoplequilt.com They have all the information there. They have patterns and tutorials on finishing pillowcases also.
The sponsor of this project is American Patchwork Quilting. So for all you out there that enjoy sewing this might be a lovely thing to do to help people in need .
Projects Using a Roll of Wallpaper
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Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Ribbon Wrapped Easter Egg Craft
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You need
White wooden eggs,ribbon, ric rac,tacky glue
Cut ribbon so it fits securely around egg in the desired pattern. Dot back of ribbon with glue and carefully wrap around egg.
Chocolate Cookie Shake
Oh my this looks yummy !! I need to try this one
You need
1 cup chocolate ice cream
1/2 cup milk
1 chocolate sandwich cookie
In a blender container, blend together ice cream and milk. Add sandwich cookie and blend until coarsely crushed
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1 cup chocolate ice cream
1/2 cup milk
1 chocolate sandwich cookie
In a blender container, blend together ice cream and milk. Add sandwich cookie and blend until coarsely crushed
Cleaning with Lemons "Did you know"?
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Rock Solid Doorstop
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You need Gray or brown felt/stone at least 5 lbs/craft glue
Housewarming Bucket
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Sunday, March 20, 2011
Life with William
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Simple Spring Centerpieces
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Just Ducky Tennis Ball Chick
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You need: glue/orange craft foam/1 tennis ball/2 eyes/1- 2 inch yellow pom pom /yellow and orange craft feathers/marker
How to
Glue together two 4 inch squares of orange craft foam.
When the glue dries, cut out a 1 piece of webbed feet, then glue the tennis ball to the feet
Glue 2 eyes and 2 dick bill shapes cut from more orange craft foam to a 2 inch yellow pom pom, then glue the pom pom to the tennis ball
For wings and a tail, glue yellow and orange craft feathers to the sides and back of the duck
Finally, dot nostrils on the top of the bill with a marker
Beady Babies
Cute craft for the younger children to make for Easter. These baby chicks are so easy to make, you can have an entire clutch ready in time for Easter
You need: 2 round wooden beads with holes large enough for a doubled pipe cleaner to fit through /6- inch pipe cleaners/paint/craft feather/marker
How to
Paint the beads. When they dry bend a 6 inch pipe cleaner in half, sandwiching the end of a tiny craft feather in the fold
Thread the smaller bead onto the opposite end of the pipe cleaner and slide the bead up to hide the bottom of the feather
Thread the larger bead onto the pipe cleaner,then bend the ends of the pipe cleaner into feet
Finally, use a marker to give your little chick eyes and a tiny beak
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How to
Paint the beads. When they dry bend a 6 inch pipe cleaner in half, sandwiching the end of a tiny craft feather in the fold
Thread the smaller bead onto the opposite end of the pipe cleaner and slide the bead up to hide the bottom of the feather
Thread the larger bead onto the pipe cleaner,then bend the ends of the pipe cleaner into feet
Finally, use a marker to give your little chick eyes and a tiny beak
Budget Friendly DIY Artwork
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Thursday, March 17, 2011
Our Little Firefighter
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Monday, March 14, 2011
Almost Lasagna
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1 pound elbow macaroni cooked
1 pound ground beef
1 jar pasta sauce
Parmesan cheese
2 eggs
1 pound Ricotta cheese
2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
2 cups Veggies( zucchini,carrots etc )
Brown meat and .
Mix cooked meat macaroni, sauce, and veggies. Add ricotta mixture and blend well .
Coat a baking pan, and spread half of the macaroni mixture evenly over the bottom. Top with a cup of mozzarella and a healthy sprinkle of grated Parmesan. Add the remaining macaroni mixture and top with another cup of mozzarella cheese and another sprinkle of Parmesan cover with foil.
Heat your oven to 350 and bake for 20 minutes .Uncover and bake for another 10 or so until the cheese on top is lightly browned and bubbly.
Easy Spaghetti Bolognese
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You need
1/2 pound ground beef
1 jar pasta sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups water
1/2 pound Angel hair pasta broken into pieces
2 cups baby spinach chopped
Parmesan cheese
How to
Saute beef until is it browned, add the sauce and cook for a minute or two then stir in the salt ,sugar olive oil water pasta and greens .
Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a boil, then turn the heat down to low,cover the pot and simmer. Cook for 10 minutes until pasta is tender
Favorite New Uses for Old Things
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Simple Spring Centerpieces
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Sunday, March 13, 2011
Clip Artistry
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Use decorative paper or wallpaper leftovers or samples to brighten basic clipboards. Start by making a template; Trace the shape of the board onto card stock,making a notch for the clamp. Place template on the back of the paper;cut out with a craft knife.
Brush a thin ,even layer of decoupage glue onto clipboard with a craft brush. Affix paper,and smooth out air bubbles with a craft scraper. Brush with decoupage glue. Hang several in place of a bulletin board.
Friday, March 11, 2011
Quick and Easy Headboard Updates
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Thursday, March 10, 2011
William in Trouble
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Ways to Upgrade your Bathroom
Monday, March 7, 2011
William and Scooter
Easter and Spring Centerpieces
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Tuesday, March 1, 2011
JSJ Studio
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Her commission prices are very reasonable and I am sure that you will be pleased with her work. Check out the link in the sidebar, you will be amazed at her talent.
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