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    Homeschooling~Question about possible swap board?

    I am wondering if there is a swap board already in existence for homeschoolers? If not, would it be possible to create one here? I have some used curriculum that I am trying to sell and am always on the lookout for future curriculum for us. Just curious! :idunno
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    Laundry soap---Question about results

    I have been making the homemade laundry soap for a couple of months now. LOVE IT! However, my husband wanted me to post and ask a question about results. Seems his work uniforms start emitting a dried urine type smell when he starts sweating. :P He said it's embarassing. This didn't happen...
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    Messenger Bag pattern needed

    I am wanting to make some messenger bags out of burlap. I was wondering if anyone had a link to a free pattern online? I don't like the rounded, funky looking ones. I want the square/rectangle type ones. Simple pattern needed. Thanks! ****Boy! Do I need some more coffee or what? That post...
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    Help! Need ideas for Graduation Open House!!!

    Not sure what topic to put this under, so placed it here. My son is graduating and we are having an open house here in June. My idea is to have a cookout of some type outdoors and need ideas for what to serve that is economical. I am looking for yard games, too, as we are going to make an...
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    Repurpose for bib overall shorts!

    I needed a new clothespin bag (the bluebirds built a nest in my old one, so sacrificed to them! Won't leave the new one on the line!!) I grabbed a pair of bib overall shorts out of the box destined for the thrift store and sewed across the leg openings. Turned, and ta-da!! New clothespin...
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    Patterns needed: Reusing Burlap coffee sacks

    I have been blessed with a lot of burlap coffee sacks that I am wanting to convert into purses, totes, etc. Does anyone here have patterns to share? Can't wait to get the yard work and landscaping done so I can hit the sewing machine!!!! :D Thanks in advance! Jo
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    Recipes needed: Prickly Pear Cactus

    I have a LARGE patch of the prickly pear cactus plants (ones that have yellow blooms). I have heard that you can make jelly and candy from these. Anyone here have proven recipes that you would suggest? Thanks!
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    Homemade laundry soap...WHERE do you find the washing soda????FOUND!

    Okay, frugalites, I am trying my best to round up the ingredients for the laundry soap. Looked at WalMart yesterday for the washing soda, but all they have in the laundry aisle is 'Arm & Hammer BAKING soda'. I am in the upstate of SC. Any tips would be greatly appreciated!!! :) Being the...
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