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Gardening: How do I keep the ants away from my Hummingbird Feeders????

It doesn't matter where I put my Humming bird feeders in my yard it seems those pesky little sugar ants seem to find them...GRRR! Does anyone have any Suggestions on how I can keep them away???

Bonnie S on Apr 26, 2013

Hooray for Duct Tape: ...»

I just wrapped some around the pole with the sticky part of the duct tape outward.
This has seemed to work for all my bird feeders and even kept the chipmunks from climbing the big wooden one. I did this last summer and still the chippies have kept away this spring. Probably will replace it with fresh soon.

Decks & Patios: Deck Bench Cushion

My wife and I have this wooden deck bench that the previous owners built. I've been looking for cushions online, but can't find anything to match the dimensions. Can anyone help? It is 83 inches long, 15 inches wide from your butt to your knees and 19 inches high from your butt to your back when sitting. Thanks!

Kathie taylor on Apr 24, 2013

I'm with Mary R. If you have a JoAnn's, wait for their 50% off any one item coupon! This ...»
includes their foam cut to size, and a single cut of fabric, no matter the yardage.(You will need more than one coupon) They also have soft vinyl and outdoor canvas... there are also people that redo golf carts and they have the equipment and outdoor material.... check with your local country club. or if you know anyone in a mobile home park...big business here in Fla.(golf carts I mean) As are the boat places.

Appliances: Counter Depth Refrigerators?

I've just become aware of counter depth refrigerators. This just might be an excellent design solution for our cave-like, U-shaped kitchen. We've been considering recessing the 'fridge ...»

AZ DIY Guy on Apr 23, 2013

Thanks B.J. We're not huge culinary masters, so we may just be ok with the slightly smaller space.

Crafts: Recovering Patio Chair Cushions

So over the weekend, I bought a patio set at a yard sale. The set is in good conditions but the cushions need to be recovered. What is the easiest (and cheapest!) way to do this. I'm not much of a sewer. I've covered small pillows using a hot glue gun but that's it. I'm attaching a pic of the style of cushion I got off the internet. Thanks!!!!

Gardening: Who Is This Garden Visitor?

We found this visitor next to the strawberries in our garden this morning. Can any of our Hometalk garden experts identify what this is? In previous years beans, cucumbers, watermelon and pumpkin have been planted around this area. Could this be one of those?

Jane@Cottage at the Cross... on Apr 21, 2013

Cucumbers, pumpkins, and gourds all look the same to me when they are at this stage of growth. ...»
I transplant them out of our compost bin and allow them to grow in the garden. Sometimes I have been really surprised by what grew!

Painting: what is the best paint to use for kitchen oak cabinets?

I'm painting my kitchen cabinets the ivory cream color with stained trim. any suggestions on what he or color to use?

Elaine CallawayandBilly B... on Apr 21, 2013

How can I get the really High Gloss finish on my Kitchen Cabinets? I see them in stores & the ...»
finish is almost like a "Plastic" finish! My Cabinets are a Maple wood, from the 70's & I want BRIGHT White cabinets that I can wash over & not harm the finish. HELP PLEASE!!!

Painting: Quick! I need your help!

Help! I cannot decide what to do about this mirror! I just painted the empire chest below it, and now the mirror sticks out like a sore thumb. To me, it looks too modern for the chest, ...»

Denise Weick on Apr 20, 2013

turquoise with silver leaf added to add grace & up scale feel I love what I see. You have a ...»
great sense of style.

Design & Décor: Dining Room Help - do you like this color? At first she didn't but it's growing on her. Wants to update curtains.

She's thinking cobalt blue and orange curtains. She wants to paint the cream china cabinet. Any suggestions?

Suzy Myers on Apr 20, 2013

Paint the cabinet the pale blue color that is in the bowl & pitcher. The pale blue will ...»
complement the stained glass in the cabinet and will balance out the room. Use a small print on curtains with the green, pale blue and orange on a light background. If you still want the cobalt blue pick up some candle sticks, glasses, plates, pottery to add to the built in and the cabinet.