I read the tip about using a paper towel cardboard roll for plastic bags. This still involves pulling bags out of it and getting more than one at a time. Rather putting individual bags inside of one bag and pulling them out, start off by putting in inside another and then those inside the next […]
Get the last drop out of tubes of anything by cutting them in half when you have finished squeezing out as much as you can. You will be surprised how many more portions you will get out of the tube. Slip one cut end inside the other until finished. This works really well for cosmetics […]
Hi Oily Raggers, this is a bit more of an expensive question, but all the more reason to be an oily ragger. Firstly, we wish to build on a site with great views, but little privacy at this point. What can we grow that will add privacy quickly and wont cost too much? Secondly, checking […]
Transporting pets. Put in a pet cage and cover with a towel to keep pet calm. Securing cage with a seat belt gives extra protection in case of accident.
Rodders from Rotorua asks, “I am a bachelor and find that my clothes always smell musty when I take them out of the drawers after a while. What do I use to keep them smelling nice?”
Warren asks, “Our mailbox has been invaded by snails and ants eating our mail – fine for the bills, but not so good for the cheques! Does anyone have a non-toxic solution as grandchildren clear our mail.”
With all the earthquakes happening in Chch, I have rethought my emergency supplies. I buy each week dried veges, peas, corn, onion etc and store them away. Also UHT milk is a little more expensive, but can be stored in a cupboard. Only need to refrigerate when opened. Candles stored in a freezer for a […]
PB from Christchurch asks, “How do you control fleas on pets without spending a fortune? Will diluted tea tree oil used as a spray work?”
Young Mum has a conundrum – one many families will relate to. “We have silver beat growing all year round. It’s easy to grow, and free which is even better, but unfortunately it’s not a favourite with our young children. Can anyone help me with ways to introduce silver beat into our meals in a […]
I taught children to play the recorder for 25 years. The last 10 years were the most enjoyable because small groups of children came to my home for lessons. There were no distractions or pressures, no parents hovering nearby. There was time for fun as well as tuition. Home tutoring is nothing new – but […]