Monthly Archives: August 2009

Washing Shoes

By Angela Coffman | Published: August 8, 2009
Sometimes shoes get so dirty and stinky that they can't be used.  They aren't really worn out, just gross.  When it comes to that, I'll throw them in the washing machine.  The sandals shown are even suede leather.  They turned out fine.  The worst thing that can happen is the shoes are ruined.  They were [...]
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Garage Sale Treasures

By Angela Coffman | Published: August 8, 2009
I found some great things last Friday garage sale shopping. A $5 wicker table to match my $5 wicker love seat that I got at the same sale last year.  They both need a little glue, wire brushing and painting. I  plan to do all my porch furniture at the same time. A dresser mirror without the [...]
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How to Freeze Sweet Corn

By Angela Coffman | Published: August 1, 2009
 Freezing sweet corn is fast and easy and preserves it’s fresh home-grown taste. The corn I will be showing is sugar and cream corn grown by my dad in his city garden.  They were blessed this year with very healthy corn that gave 4 ears per stalk.  That’s pretty rare in these parts.   1.  Shuck the [...]
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