Have a go at this original recipe for some great tasting, easy to make pancakes. Served warm or flash frozen for future treats, you'll love this dish.

Applying hair gel is easy. Applying hair gel evenly can be tricky. Dealing with a runny mess or globs of thick gel-ish goo can be a set-up for the best of bad hair days. A too-thin coat of gel can leave hair wanting for better control. A heavy layer of gel can weigh hair down, leaving it lackluster. A just-right application can...

Making changes to any of your WordPress files? Even a tiny change calls for certain steps to be taken beforehand. Make sure you keep your WordPress installation safe and secure with these tips.

Your kitchen pantry doesn't have to look like that of a gourmet restaurant in order to be a successful home chef. Many recipes require that you buy specialty items you may never use again to complete a dish. Others require items that are more common, but those are the very items we tend to run out of the fastest. The top three...

I'm surprised at the increased cost of syrups lately. While I can understand, my purse doesn't appreciate it. I am also baffled at just how much syrup kids can douse over just 2 or 3 pancakes! In my house, we’ve made a change. No longer do we free-flow the sweet, sticky stuff creating lagoons of syrup.

It’s a great feeling to look back and realize you’ve made a really solid purchase. “Good to Have” is my small collection of product listings, services and general finds I consider worthy of the time and the dollar. These good items are a flexible cutting mat, a sharp knife and a kitchen scraper.

So, just how do you feel the day after a divorce? Well, I feel pretty damn good. I sang on Sunday. I sang on Monday. I am singing on Tuesday. Keyword: survivor.

Here's a quick and easy tip for filling in small holes in the walls. Even the tiniest drill bit, tack, nail or Hercules Hook will leave a hole in the wall visible enough to be an eyesore and large enough to warrant repair. Spackling is the first line of defense against holes left behind. Spackling is inexpensive (a $4 tub can last for ages) and easy to find, even at...

Milk is so expensive these days! For many families, spilled milk is a down right tragedy... of the financial sort. If you're a milk drinker or have kids in your home, you probably hear the distinct "cha-ching" for every gulp of milk downed. If you have tried using powdered milk and it just won't cut the mustard, you can still save...

Here's a quick tip for those who didn't know the importance of air! Huh? Air + food + time = spoilage (or at least staleage and bad-tasteage). Get the air out of those bags pronto! and you'll save yourself a buck or two, or twenty or forty. For any food item, whether pre-packaged or placed...

Many people already know about using kraft paper or brown bags as a wall treatment. I once did a nice leathery texture on my dining room walls with the technique. However, I wanted something different for my kitchen, and what I wanted was stripes, lots and lots of stripes. Instead of using kraft paper, I decided to use...

Seems there would already be one already created, but I’m having a hard time finding a file manager to use inside my Firefox browser. I completed the obvious search with the terms “file” and “manager”, even tossed in “explorer” for good measure. I’ve used a file manager before but am having no luck finding it or something similar. In addition, it would...

After doing some exhaustive research over a period of time, I could not find an acceptable browser package for Firefox featuring safe and restrictive browsing for kids. Necessity being the mother of invention, I pulled together some extensions and a program to meet my needs. Check out this easy-to-follow guide.

The spray can has got to be one of our greatest inventions. It’s use makes the application of so many products possible. But spray cans can also be a pain in the rear. They can spray erratically, spray too little or not spray at all. After being around for over 80 years, you’d think the simple spray can would be perfected by now. Go figure.

Is your page hosted locally (localhost) or remotely (www)? Use this method for changing your page/site title automatically according to where your page/site currently resides. Great for testing!

If you frequently find yourself pounding away at a computer keyboard in less than optimal lighting conditions, there is a simple solution to finding those favorite keys with ease in even the worst light. These dots are a quick and simple way of avoiding clicking wrong keys in the dark.

I use lots and lots of quirky sayings in my normal conversations. Some things I say seem to be rarely used by other people, so much so that sometimes people don't understand what I'm talking about. Hmm, and here's an example: "Put some spit on it. That's nature's iodine." This makes perfect sense to me, but not quite so...

As nice as Google Calendar is, it could stand a few tweaks and additions. One change I needed was to see "today" highlighted on the calendar. I'm one of those folks who can't quite seem to keep up with today's day and date. A simple fix is to add a small snippet of text to one file in...

Love that floor lamp but hate seeing the cord? Have a wired network? That thick cord can look pretty bad along the edges of a room. There are numerous ways to hide unsightly cords, most involving covering them up with another unsightly item. Try this trick instead. This can be time consuming, but you’ll never have to look at those cables again.

Beauty is an art form that anyone can perfect. All it takes to keep a youthful appearance is a little know-how and a few techniques.

You've seen those Hercules Hooks commercials (infomercials) on TV. You know, there ones where Billy Mays yells about how much weight these little metal hooks will hold and how they only leave a pin-sized hole in your walls. Well, while I don't care to be screamed at, I do happen to like these little hanger gadgets. I've never ordered...

This HTML-Kit plugin will add the code for a colorful border to your CSS code. This is useful in testing to show a border, for example, around a div with a certain class or ID, around all p tags, or more. This plugin was created for use in Click to visit this external linkHTML-Kit 292 (not "Tools").

This HTML-Kit plugin will add a button to jump you to the top of the document. With a single click, the cursor moves from it's current position to the very top, character 0, line 1. This plugin was created for use in Click to visit this external linkHTML-Kit 292 (not "Tools").

Boot wearers united all know it can be a pain to keep pant legs inside even the deepest boots. Somehow, they manage to bunch up, ride up and mess up the overall look. Jeans have the best chance at staying in place, but many of us also wear slacks of slick cotton and other materials with our boots. Some fashion boots...

I own both of these gadgets. I’ve adored them both. One works well, while it works, and the other works wonderfully (all the time). I purchased the Magic Bullet at Wal-Mart about a year ago and the Black & Decker Gizmo at Bed Bath & Beyond about two years ago. The Magic Bullet was $49 while the Gizmo was $30. These were serious, planned purchases I made special trips out for - no impulse infomercial buys here.

If you're like me and still use an old-fashioned manual can opener, you know you're always one fingertip slip away from a nasty cut from a sharp can lid. My vintage Ecko can opener is the "Old Faithful" of my kitchen, but I've found that some of the modern marvels in the can opening arena can leave the same ultra-sharp can...

One word when it comes to mashed potatoes - Instant! Granted, there’s nothing better than warm and creamy homemade mashed potatoes, but there are just times when time and resources are short and quick fix potatoes are the way to go. When it’s that time, this is one dish that’s fun and easy for the novice kid in the kitchen.

I planted gourds for the first time in my garden this year. I was excited to see them grow to the point where I felt comfortable snipping them from the long, winding stems. I should say, I'm using the word "comfortable" loosely. I would loved to have left the gourds on the vine a lot longer, but circumstances demanded I remove them a bit sooner. However, I'm pleased with the...

I love pouch mixes. They are often both inexpensive and quick & easy to prepare. One example is the Betty Crocker muffin mix. My favorites are the Chocolate Chip mix and the Blueberry mix. The two are ideal for muffins in a hurry. Even better, they only require a little water - no milk, no eggs, no oil… fantastic for when the cupboards are running a little bare.

KISS, Keep It Simple, Stupid, is how I like things, especially when it comes to tasks I quickly tire of. Checking e-mail for numerous accounts definitely qualifies as one. Fortunately, there are lots of great helpers out there to make this less of a chore and more of a quick routine.

This article is related to verifying a Wordpress.com website with Google. You’ll find this question and the answer in the FAQ. You’ll also find it being asked over and over again in the forums. The answer provided is clear and to the point. However, it lacks the answers to some of the more basic questions regarding this verification procedure.

I have started a collection of pretty beaded vases that have come to me with no name and no information. I am assuming these items are of little monetary value. I adore them because they look great en masse. So far I have collected 8 with hopes of finding more.

Art doesn't have to be overly large and complex. In fact, if you can imagine it, you can create it as art. I needed two pieces of artwork - cheaply and quickly! - to replace two self-portraits my kids didn't believe represented them well anymore (they felt their own images were too childish!). Not wanting to spend oodles of money and lots of time shopping, I decided to use this as an opportunity to drive home a message I repeat often: Stay Focused.

...without the fancy dryer? This new dryer, the Kenmore HE5 Steam Dryer, uses water and heat to get rid of wrinkles and odors. Price paid: $1,050. Let's say you don't have a thousand bucks to toss into a new steam dryer, but still would like the option of a quick machine refreshing for your clothes. While many of us would love to have each new and...

If you don’t have a true timer handy, microwaves work just as well. Many have a timer function on them. If yours does not (or you’ve lost the handy dandy microwave manual) simply set the microwave to cook for the desired amount of time and set it on the lowest power level.

Many painting techniques require a certain amount of glaze to be mixed with your paint colors. This is especially true for faux painting techniques. But what if you're out of glaze? The simple fix is water. Water is a great paint extender and allows you more workable time much like glaze. Don't be fooled -- water is not the same as glaze and isn't a...

Ice, vanilla, lemon juice and baking soda... an important quick tip to remember before your guests arrive for your holiday gathering or any other event. Plus, a quick bonus tip!

Installing fonts in Windows can be a non-stop click fest without some handy shortcut actions. Typically, the process involves navigating deep into the operating system’s substructure followed by a series of pull down and scroll down options, similar to calling a major corporation and getting caught up in their round robin of recordings. While there are programs available to help ease the...

Standard restrictions apply and Stock.xchng user must be notified and credited when using the photo for any public work. But how do you remember?

Ever have your favorite water bottle suddenly spring a leak? I have. My latest leak was about 2 inches from the top of the bottle. I could probably go without filling it to the very top, but why should I be deprived of the final ounces of my Raspberry Tea drink mix? Here's a quick and easy fix for your leaky bottle: wax!

How many kids do you know who like to clean? In my house, the answer would be a negative number. Still, it's gotta be done and you made the mess so clean it up! Oh, sorry. Flashback....... Here at home we do our highly successful "5-minute cleanups" - 5 minutes of cleaning and decluttering, no more, no less. You'll be surprised at just how much can be done in those...

Unlike the headboard ideas in the series Seriously Cheap and Easy Headboard Decorations (Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4), this DIY headboard fits the more conventional definition of a headboard. It can stand as a piece of furniture behind the head of the bed. Best of all, it's easy to make and easy on the wallet.

Short on headboard ideas? This Seriously Cheap series shows some easy decoration ideas to add a bit of pizazz to that space above the head of your bed. Each of these ideas can be used as the headboard alone, or as an added touch to the wall area at the head of the bed. "Using upholstery tacks as a headboard or decoration."

Short on headboard ideas? This Seriously Cheap series shows some easy decoration ideas to add a bit of pizazz to that space above the head of your bed. Each of these ideas can be used as the headboard alone, or as an added touch to the wall area at the head of the bed. "Jewels on a String."

Short on headboard ideas? This Seriously Cheap series shows some easy decoration ideas to add a bit of pizazz to that space above the head of your bed. Each of these ideas can be used as the headboard alone, or as an added touch to the wall area at the head of the bed. "Single Hanging Jewels and Much More."

Short on headboard ideas? This Seriously Cheap series shows some easy decoration ideas to add a bit of pizazz to that space above the head of your bed. Each of these ideas can be used as the headboard alone, or as an added touch to the wall area at the head of the bed. "DIY Homemade Tiles."

Try these single-serving, ONE-bowl, ONE-minute, sweet & crispy microwave chocolate krispies treats and you may never go back to the stovetop method again. At minimum, you'll be happy for the quick chocolate fix!

Does your mattress slide across your boxspring every time you do a somersault on your bed? Fix that annoying movement by placing a nice fluffy bath or beach towel between the two and it'll never slip again. Keep showing your acrobatic prowess, you stud(ess), you.

Spaghetti squash is my new favorite side dish thanks to this recipe and inspiration from the My Good House website. I always thought spaghetti squash was some obscure food I'd probably only eat by chance, say, as a side at a restaurant. That thinking was pretty off-kilter. I found the squash to have both a great flavor and interesting texture. The fact that it’s within reach budget-wise really helps.

Got squeaky doors and out of the good ol' stand-by WD-40? While the "WD" is good for just about everything, you might not have a can of it on hand for every new wretched noise your old hinges begin to make. In those cases, there are numerous handy-dandy quick-fix substitutes you may already have around the house.

Live in a rental space? This Super Simple Decor idea is perfect for renters who are typically not allowed to make major adjustments to their living space. Chair rails are a simple way of adding to the look of any room. Not just for dining rooms, libraries, home offices, bedrooms and even bathrooms can benefit from the addition of a chair rail. Even in an apartment, smaller wooden rails can be attached to...

Every room deserves a little bling... a little shine. This Super Simple Decor idea provides just the sparkle any space can benefit from. Ka-Jinker is a quick-click attachment tool and embellishment system found in craft and hobby stores.Jems come in both shiny and matte finishes. A pack of 15 Jems is around $3 US. Add jeweled designs to your...

Chicken is America's comfort staple food. With a zillion different ways to prepare and serve chicken, we still tend to run out of ideas when it's meal prep time. So now it's time to think outside the bone... uhh.., box. Try some ingredients in your chicken recipe that you may not have considered before.

Here are three easy and unique Halloween ideas for all ages. You'll get some laughs and maybe even some strange looks with these. Did I mention they are FREE?

I’d like to use the screen of my laptop computer as a mirror! This may seem odd, and.. well, it is. Seems plenty of other people find this to be an off-the-wall request as well (I searched question/answer sites and people were downright hostile). I find it to be a very valid request (however odd) and I’m sure...

There's nothing better than a nice smelling home, or a nice smelling anything for that matter. Unfortunately, many scented products on the market either pucker out too quickly or simply cost way too much. Our noses also get used to smells, both the good and bad. Here's an easy way to keep your home fragrant without busting the bank.

While caring for a handful of platies, I was honored with the job of fostering many platy babies. Wow do those fish proliferate! Breeding / Mating / Reproduction : They are livebearers which means that the babies can swim immediately after birth. Usually, not much effort is required to get them to breed. If you have a male and a female, chances are they will breed. This is an image...

Foreign noises can be alarming, and normally, the first thing we set out to do is to remove the offending noise or the noisemaker itself. Squeaky doors fit into this category and many of us have a home equipped and at the ready with solutions like WD-40. But is there a positive side to having squeaky doors? The answer to that question is...

This WordPress tip will show you how to include a divider in between all your posts but omit the divider after the last post. This method is best for pages that list more than one post or post summary per page. Examples include the index page, search results page, and archives page.

You'll never have to manually update your copyright information again. That's an easy promise to make with the easy code provided below. Simply input your initial copyright year, i.e. your first year of publication, and the code keeps up with the rest. Place your copyright information anywhere you'd like.

This WordPress tip will show how to adjust the size of the post editor's excerpt textarea size. With some quick and simple code, you can enlarge the textarea to a comfortable size without having to edit core WordPress files or using a plugin.

Requests for a Sitemap or Table of Contents for Wordpress.com blogs is nothing new it seems. One would think maintaining a master index is a relatively easy task. Adding new post links one by one is tedious at best. Perhaps "sitemap" is a misnomer. Many thanks to Wordpress.com, we each have a true sitemap located at yoursitename.wordpress.com/sitemap.xml which Google accepts...

This WordPress hack will show you how to easily change the colors on the plugins page of your WordPress installation. This tip is for version 2.8 and up.

I'm an artist, but not an artsy artist. What's the difference? I'm pretty decent with tools that really guide me along and fill in the blanks. I'm no freehander and can't seem to come up with concepts that flow well from my brain to the canvas. For that to happen, I need special assistance, especially from tools such as Artrage.