Before you store your winter boots grab some pool noodles. Cut to fit, insert into the boots. That way, next fall you wont have those creases from when the boots folded over. One noodle should be enough for 2 or 3 regular sized boot pairs. via
Sewing a Zipper Tips
Here’s an article that has great info and instructional pics that make it very clear. Check it out HERE
Recycled Sled to Pot Rack
I love this idea.. This person used a retired sled as a pot rack. Attach strong rope, chain or cables to hang it from secure bolts in ceiling. I would totally use the sled seat for all those cookie sheets and baking pans that take up so much room in my kitchen cabinets. via
Make Your Own Scratch Offs
PRINT: Print card design on cardstock
WRITE MESSAGE: In the hearts that will be scratched off, write sweet things for your Valentine with a pen. In my case I offered small acts of service, but it can be anything…be creative. Warning: Before you move onto the next step make sure the ink is COMPLETELY dry. A thin Sharpie may work best, but not necessary.
CRAYON: Cover message, and where ever the scratch-off area will be, completely with a white crayon.
MIX PAINT: Mix two parts acrylic paint with one part liquid dish-washing soap. You don’t need a lot a little bit goes a long way.
PAINT: Paint mixture over the area that you covered with the crayon. You will need to be very liberal with your your application, as the wax from the crayon will act as a repellent. I applied very thick amounts of paint on in a dapping motion. You can also repeat this process once it has dried. If the paint appears bumpy or uneven don’t worry because when it dries it will be perfectly smooth.
DRY: Due to the thickness of the paint and the fact that the paint can’t be absorbed in the paper, the valentine will need to dry for about 1 hour before it is completely dry.
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Cream of Something Soup Mix
Here’s a ‘wet’ ready to go version and a ‘dry’ version to keep in your pantry! Use either in place of those recipes that call for Cream of.. Soups.
Ready to go Cream of Something Soup
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 small onion, diced
- 1/2 cup main ingredient, diced
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 cup milk
- 3/4 cup broth
Saute garlic, onion and main ingredient (mushrooms, chicken, celery, etc.) and set aside. Melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour. Cook for about 2 minutes. Add “milk” and broth. Add sauteed garlic, onion and main ingredient. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, stirring regularly, until it reaches desired consistency (about 10-15 minutes). Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Pantry Cream of Something Soup Mix
- 1 cup non-fat dried milk
- 3/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup bouillon
- 4 Tablespoons dried minced onions
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon parsley
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic
Stir to combine and put into a sealed container in your pantry. When needed: Mix 1/3 cup dry mix with 1 1/4 cup water. Cook over medium heat until it thickens.
