We make a lot of spritz cookies for holidays and other family events. So much that we have 3 cookie presses. One is a Wilton Cookie Pro Ultra (model 2104-4010) and two of the older, white Wilton all-plastic cookie presses. The plastic ones work great, especially when the cookie dough is at room temperature. But … Continue Reading
If you’ve reached this page, you are likely locked out of your phone and have realized that trying to do a factory reset doesn’t work because the phone keeps asking you for the Google email account that is locked to the phone (and you obviously don’t have access to that information). This is because the … Continue Reading
Don’t let something like the weather, or a quarantine, prevent you from exploring a new hobby, helping others in a small way, or just taking care of a few small tasks. If you find yourself stuck at home and are looking for something interesting or productive to do, here are a few suggestions to get … Continue Reading
You’ve ordered something online from a retailer, or maybe off of eBay, and in checking the USPS shipping status you see a delivery message stating “Arrived Shipping Partner Facility, USPS Awaiting Item”. What This Means This means that your item was initially taken to or picked up by a third party shipping carrier, who will … Continue Reading
UVC, germicidal ultraviolet (UV) light, reduces the person to person transmission of viruses through the air, by killing the viruses while they are in the air as well as on surfaces exposed to UVC light rays. While you can’t use UVC rays to replace hand sanitizer to sanitize your hands. you can use a UVC … Continue Reading
Important notes: Before attempting to use any of the linked patterns and tutorials below to make your own mask, please know: If you want true protection from viruses, use a properly fitted medical N95 face mask which provides 95% particle protection. At best, a properly designed DIY mask provides 50% protection from particles (see study … Continue Reading
If you’ve had a chance to read the article for DIY disinfecting hand sanitizer, you already know the ratios needed to create an effective sanitizing solution and why the portions of ingredients are important (very important). If you prefer to make your own cleaning products, or supplies are running low, you can easily make your … Continue Reading
Making your own homemade essential oil diffuser liquid refill is a nice way to continue using your diffuser once all the liquid has evaporated. If you already have essential oils on hand, it’s also fairly cost effective. The bonus is that you can create your own unique fragrances instead of being limited to what is … Continue Reading
Aldi opened a location near us about 6 months ago and it is now included on our regular weekly grocery store stop along with Walmart. We have been comparing Aldi prices and quality with comparable Walmart and Food Lion store-brand products (by no means trying to recommend one chain over another – these are just … Continue Reading