RE: [BlindHandyMan] old refrigerator

2010-09-08 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I picked up a couple of appliances on Freecycle last year and it was a take it all deal so I ended up with the stove too. I had planned to give it to someone else but a couple of guys saw it outside and knocked on the door to ask if they could have it to salvage. As I had no idea if it really

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Reliable Compass

2010-09-08 Thread Jennifer Jackson
How well do the compasses work one handed? I used to use my talking compass a lot as opposed to the tactile one I had because I could use it with one hand while working my dog. I used it a lot on this one long stretch of sidewalk on campus that curved and Y'd. Because of all the big buildings,

RE: [BlindHandyMan] home owner insurance

2010-09-07 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hello Everybody, Well a lot of work was finally accomplished at my house this weekend. It is not everything that needs to be done and some of it still needs some finishing work to make it look pretty, but at least it is not looking derelict anymore. I spoke to my husband over and over about

RE: [BlindHandyMan] home owner insurance

2010-08-31 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Dan, I know, but this does not seem to motivate him either. I tried to get him to not file one of the claims we filed last year for this reason and he ignored me. It was a $1400 repair and we have a $1000 deductible. Jennifer _ From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com

[BlindHandyMan] home owner insurance

2010-08-30 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hey Everyone, I have myself in a difficult spot and I do not know how to ask what I need without giving some of the back ground. It will not help me to get advice that does not take in the full picture. My home owner's insurance is about to be canceled. Essentially this is based on our not

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Beware of that noisy hybrid car

2010-08-28 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I do actually wish they had come up with a low tech solution. Mandating that all new cars have one of these sound systems will do nothing to require someone to get it repaired when it goes out. Even if it is still under warranty, I suspect most people will not take the time to take it to the shop

RE: [BlindHandyMan] water pressure low in shower?

2010-08-27 Thread Jennifer Jackson
You can also put the vinegar in a plastic bag and then tape it to the shower head. I advise this method if you have curious children who may wander off with your shower head. Guess how I know? Another thing I learned was that it really does only take a short soaking and does not need to be an over

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Beware of that noisy hybrid car

2010-08-27 Thread Jennifer Jackson
It does seem that they could play some soothing classical music instead of more noise. :-) Jennifer _ From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ray Boyce Sent: Friday, August 27, 2010 4:09 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com

RE: [BlindHandyMan] water pressure low in shower?

2010-08-26 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I soaked mine in vinegar and it worked wonders. Jennifer _ From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Blake Hardin Sent: Thursday, August 26, 2010 4:18 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] water pressure

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Buying a new Bed?

2010-08-06 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Claudia, You can buy just the frame, but the head board you are buying might just fit the frame you have now. Frames are usually pretty cheap. I think we paid $75 for the last heavy duty king size one we bought. Jennifer _ From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com

[BlindHandyMan] roof damage

2010-08-05 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Good Morning, I need some input on the condition of my roof and what my next step should be. There is a hole in the ceiling of an upstairs bedroom that is from a water leak. I have been up on a short ladder and checked this part out for myself. It is about the size of a salad plate. I know

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Painting a tin roof.

2010-07-08 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I do not have a trailer, so this is just speculation, but would a wihite roof not be a big help with the heat problem in a trailer? Are there other things you can do to help cool a trailer? Jennifer _ From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com

RE: [BlindHandyMan] gorilla glue and metal

2010-07-07 Thread Jennifer Jackson
: Wednesday, July 07, 2010 7:58 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] gorilla glue and metal Most latches, or hasp are made where the screws are impossible to get to once the pad-lock is on if mounted correctly. - Original Message - From: Jennifer Jackson

[BlindHandyMan] gorilla glue and metal

2010-07-06 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hey Guys, Will Gorilla glue work on metal? Jennifer [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

RE: [BlindHandyMan] gorilla glue and metal

2010-07-06 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Thanks Betsy, That is all I found too. I just have a pad lock that I want to glue the screws in so it can not be opened with a screw driver instead of the key for the padlock. I am open to other suggestions, I just already have the gorilla glue and wanted it to work without a trip to the

RE: [BlindHandyMan] gorilla glue and metal

2010-07-06 Thread Jennifer Jackson
think the Crazy glue will do for my purposes. Jennifer _ From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Jennifer Jackson Sent: Tuesday, July 06, 2010 2:26 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] gorilla glue

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Basements Again!

2010-07-03 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Claudia may have a small shop vac. My husband has two. He uses the small one for things like cleaning up the car and getting up small messes, and then the big one for big messes. Big messes like sucking standing water out of the air vents after our flood. If she is using a small one, that

RE: [BlindHandyMan] Basements Again!

2010-07-03 Thread Jennifer Jackson
for it. Maybe that would fit the smaller shop vac, and let her use the wide brush instead of going around on hands and knees. Yes, shop vac will even pick up spiders. heehee On Sat, 3 Jul 2010, Jennifer Jackson wrote: Claudia may have a small shop vac. My husband has two. He uses the small one

[BlindHandyMan] outlet timers

2010-06-09 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hey Guys, Does anyone here use one of the outlet timers that you put in the outlet and then plug your appliance in to so you can use a timer to either turn it on or off? I remember my grandmother having them when I was a kid, but I do not remember enough about the details to know if a blind

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Roots In Water Line

2010-06-01 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I would think that if no water in the house was running and the water meter was still registering water flow, you would know you have a leak somewhere. Plumbers are not cheap either. I just spent about a thousand dollars on my plumbing and a couple of thousand in two other insurance

[BlindHandyMan] stove top terminal block

2010-05-27 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hello Everybody, This is about my stove top. The elements are not setting into the terminal block correctly. I can not get them in myself a lot of the time, and when they are in it does not take much to bump them loose. Does the whole terminal block have to be replaced or is there maybe

[BlindHandyMan] sliding glass door

2010-05-27 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hey Again, Ray's post reminded me about something else I have been meaning to ask. The sliding glass door on the back of my house is in backwards. It was this way when we bought the house and I do not know why anyone thought it was a good idea. Anyway, the track where you can normally put

Re: [BlindHandyMan] stove top terminal block

2010-05-27 Thread Jennifer Jackson
them in to get them to lock in. - Original Message - From: Jennifer Jackson To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, May 27, 2010 5:52 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] stove top terminal block Hello Everybody, This is about my stove top. The elements are not setting

Re: [BlindHandyMan] stove top terminal block

2010-05-27 Thread Jennifer Jackson
for the burners. I have always bought gas stoves for my personal use and always will. Sorry not much real help. Ron - Original Message - From: Jennifer Jackson To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, May 27, 2010 4:52 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] stove top terminal block Hello

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Putting in a basement floor

2010-05-19 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Is the ceiling high enough to do some kind of raised floor? As I am about to spend a lot of money to have my slab jack hammered out so I can have plumbing repaired again. I am opposed to concrete floors over plumbing and other duct work. Jennifer - Original Message - From:

Re: [BlindHandyMan] painting paneling

2010-05-14 Thread Jennifer Jackson
We used the paint with the primer in it. It still took three coats and can probably use another one. If doing it over I would use the Kels (sp?) stuff first. Still we are pretty happy with it and it really brightens up the room. At some point I may go back and mud it all smooth for a

[BlindHandyMan] gloves

2010-05-11 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hey Guys, What kind of gloves do you all use for hand protection? Jennifer [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Freakin termites.

2010-05-04 Thread Jennifer Jackson
This is a really good idea. Scrap metal is a booming business these days. Jennifer - Original Message - From: Paul Franklin To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, May 04, 2010 7:30 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Freakin termites. Dan, most of the old

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Wife isn't happy

2010-05-03 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Ok, so here is the big question. If it was so easy to check and repair, why did it take you so long to do it? When she first complained about the water pressure you could have taken the time to check it right then. You could have been the hero who fixed the water instead of the guy who

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Wife isn't happy

2010-05-03 Thread Jennifer Jackson
- From: Jennifer Jackson To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, May 03, 2010 12:19 Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Wife isn't happy Ok, so here is the big question. If it was so easy to check and repair, why did it take you so long to do it? When she first complained about

Re: [BlindHandyMan] handywoman question- needle threaders

2010-04-14 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I would love to find one that lasted 20 uses, 20 years is amazing. My needle threaders never seem to last past one garmet, sometimes I need two for a project. I just get the kind available at the same places I buy other sewing notions, but I have been considering trying a stronger gage of

Re: [BlindHandyMan] handywoman question- needle threaders

2010-04-14 Thread Jennifer Jackson
What is fuse wire? Jennifer - Original Message - From: Jewel To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, April 13, 2010 5:59 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] handywoman question- needle threaders Linda! You can make your own by taking a short length of fuse wire

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Re: handywoman question- needle threaders

2010-04-14 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I use the dental floss threaders, called dental loops I think, to thread my surger. They are just sometimes to big for the eye of standard needles. Jennifer - Original Message - From: lvmumford To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, April 14, 2010 11:09 AM

[BlindHandyMan] leaking washing machine

2010-04-14 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hello Again, My washing machine is leaking. If I put a load into soak the water leaks out of the washing machine and all over my floor. When just a regular load runs it does leak a little water, but only a small puddle in front of the machine and maybe under it. I am really hoping this is

[BlindHandyMan] air conditioner

2010-04-06 Thread Jennifer Jackson
It is time to start up my central air conditioning unit soon. I am trying to put it off, but I have to face it. What has to be done to get it ready for the season? Do I need a service guy to inspect it, or can I do it myself? money is definitely an issue this time too. My husband just went

Re: [BlindHandyMan] blocked drain

2010-04-02 Thread Jennifer Jackson
On this note, how long after putting nasty chemicals down a drain do I need to wait before trying something else? Jennifer - Original Message - From: Dan Rossi To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 10:54 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] blocked drain

Re: [BlindHandyMan] orientification

2010-04-01 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Does OSB have advantages over plywood? Jennifer - Original Message - From: Dan Rossi To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, April 01, 2010 6:58 AM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] orientification Al, O S B is oriented Strand Board. It seems to be a cross

[BlindHandyMan] key and lock

2010-03-25 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Good Morning, I hope everyone is having a wonderful day. I have been catching up on email after being gone for a while and it sounds like some interesting projects are going on. My quest today is relatively small. I have a few doors in my house that I keep locked because my kids are really

Re: [BlindHandyMan] key and lock

2010-03-25 Thread Jennifer Jackson
skinny tubes you may be able to shoot it right into the lock cylinder. Ron - Original Message - From: Jennifer Jackson To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, March 25, 2010 8:29 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] key and lock Good Morning, I hope everyone is having

Re: [BlindHandyMan] buying a used car

2010-03-13 Thread Jennifer Jackson
numbers and twisted their arm into giving me a fair price for the totaled car. Knowledge is power. On Mar 12, 2010, at 9:16 PM, Jennifer Jackson wrote: I convinced my husband to be patient and not buy a $1500 car. His car was totaled a little while back and we are still waiting to find out about

Re: [BlindHandyMan] buying a used car

2010-03-12 Thread Jennifer Jackson
on, and on, and on, and on, and on. And it probably will. From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Jennifer Jackson Sent: Friday, March 12, 2010 12:06 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] buying a used car Ok, what should I ask and look

Re: [BlindHandyMan] buying a used car

2010-03-12 Thread Jennifer Jackson
- Original Message - From: Jennifer Jackson To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, March 12, 2010 6:38 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] buying a used car Thanks Everyone, I was really just thinking in terms of things to know as a blind person specifically

[BlindHandyMan] buying a used car

2010-03-11 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Ok, what should I ask and look for when buying a used car? Any special tips? I know very little about cars, and have forgotten some of that in the last 23 years since I drove. *smile* Just to remind you, I am totally blind. Jennifer [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

Re: [BlindHandyMan] lmidnight alert system

2010-03-05 Thread Jennifer Jackson
gun to shoot bozos; but still have to be awakened first. what if they drive through with a tank doesn't help my project. With sincere regards. Thanks On Thu, 4 Mar 2010, Jennifer Jackson wrote: What if they parachute in over the fence? Jen - Original Message

Re: [BlindHandyMan] lmidnight altert system

2010-03-04 Thread Jennifer Jackson
What if they parachute in over the fence? Jen - Original Message - From: Spiro To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, March 04, 2010 3:46 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] lmidnight altert system I'm with ya. Read a lot as well. question is what if they

Re: [BlindHandyMan] lmidnight altert system

2010-03-04 Thread Jennifer Jackson
, 4 Mar 2010, Jennifer Jackson wrote: What if they parachute in over the fence? Jen - Original Message - From: Spiro To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, March 04, 2010 3:46 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] lmidnight altert system I'm with ya

Re: [BlindHandyMan] lmidnight altert system

2010-03-03 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Refresh my memory on how old your child is again, please? What about a short tether tied on your wrist and hers? Jennifer - Original Message - From: Spiro To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, March 03, 2010 8:29 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] lmidnight altert

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Zip Car.

2010-02-03 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I think this is an issue that will be a bother for more communities, rural and urban, as the baby boomer generation ages. This is a generation of people who are used to having good mobility to come and go at will who will begin to loose the ability to drive safely. Of course many of them will

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Zip Car.

2010-02-02 Thread Jennifer Jackson
My son spotted a sign the last time we were at Home depot about renting a truck from them. It was about $20 for a little over an hour. I will be asking about it the next time I need a load of something delivered from the home repair store. I thought it was a great idea. Jennifer -

Re: [BlindHandyMan] electrical outlet question

2010-01-24 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Thanks everyone for your advice and warnings. I am not going to have a new outlet installed because I am planning to remodel those stairs in he nest year or so and that wall will be going away. For the time being I am going to run the cord of the surge protector around the corner to the

[BlindHandyMan] electrical outlet question

2010-01-21 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hello Everyone, I am doing a lot of reorganizing in my home since the flood last week. It has certainly encouraged me in my desire to downsize and declutter. One of the things I have done is to get rid of the giant desk that used to monopolize my dining room and I am planning to set up my

[BlindHandyMan] paint drying

2010-01-17 Thread Jennifer Jackson
How long does it usually take for paint to dry enough to do the second coat? The first coat is up in my living room, but we are covering a wood paneling with a bone color and are going to need one more coat. At least I hope it is only one more coat. *smile* Second question, how long until it

Re: [BlindHandyMan] paint drying

2010-01-17 Thread Jennifer Jackson
: Jennifer Jackson jennifer_jack...@cox.net To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com; our-safe-ha...@googlegroups.com Sent: Sunday, January 17, 2010 3:04 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] paint drying How long does it usually take for paint to dry enough to do the second coat? The first coat is up in my

[BlindHandyMan] popcorn ceiling

2010-01-17 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hello Again, Well assuming our next step in the paint project goes well, I have a second project for Monday. Actually this is one for my husband, but I want to make sure I buy the right stuff. I have some discoloring and a small whole in my living room's popcorn ceiling. There is no sag and

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Octagonal Window Replacement

2010-01-17 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I have two rectangular windows on the front of my home. One was broken and I learned that the aluminum edging on the front just peels off. The widow is put in place with some kind of calking type substance and then the edge covered with the aluminum edging. Jennifer - Original

[BlindHandyMan] base boards and painting

2010-01-15 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Good Morning Handy People, I am about to tackle a new project in my home. Actually, I am drafting my now eleven year old to be my worker bee and we are going to do several projects around the house. *smile* Our first project is to paint that stupid paneling in my living room. It has some

Re: [BlindHandyMan] base boards and painting

2010-01-15 Thread Jennifer Jackson
From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:blindhandy...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Jennifer Jackson Sent: Friday, January 15, 2010 6:56 AM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan] base boards and painting Good Morning Handy People

Re: [BlindHandyMan] property dispute

2010-01-08 Thread Jennifer Jackson
It sounds to me as if the neighbor is unhappy for some reason with his house and the sale from the original owner. He may want more than money since it he keeps pushing his new neighbor to sue the previous owners. Of course, it could just be his way of convincing himself that he is not an ass

Re: [BlindHandyMan] drain cleaners

2010-01-04 Thread Jennifer Jackson
this week to ask was this something you used yourself or only the plumber? Lee On Sun, Jan 03, 2010 at 09:50:21PM -0600, Jennifer Jackson wrote: I had a plumber recommend a drain cleaner to me that might be just what you are looking for. He could not remember the actual name, but he

Re: [BlindHandyMan] drain cleaners

2010-01-04 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Chlorine bleach turns brunettes into balds. Peroxide is what you use to become a blond. *Smile* Jennifer - Original Message - From: Tom Hodges To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, January 04, 2010 7:06 AM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] drain cleaners It

Re: [BlindHandyMan] drain cleaners

2010-01-03 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I had a plumber recommend a drain cleaner to me that might be just what you are looking for. He could not remember the actual name, but he said you have to buy it from a plumbing supply store and that it is a white powder that comes in a bag. Jennifer - Original Message -

Re: [BlindHandyMan] insulation question Coldness statement.

2010-01-03 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Lice and poverty, that is what happened. I had never thought of it before myself, but some schools have a problem with keeping kids in warm clothes. Kids have to keep the coats and everything at their desks because of the lice epidemics. Lice is far more comment and quick to turn into a

[BlindHandyMan] watches

2009-12-10 Thread Jennifer Jackson
My watch just bit the dust, and I need to replace it. I kind of like having a talking one at home for the convenience when it is just me, but really a braille one is more appropriate in public. What are your thoughts on the merits of both. I am not working in a shop the way many of you guys

[BlindHandyMan] hanging a quilt

2009-12-10 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Thanks guys for your thoughts on the watches. Now my next question. I am going to hang a quilt on my wall. The quilt is attractive, but the primary purpose is the noise reduction. This is being done on the advice of my son's therapist because of his cochlear implants. So I do not want to

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Inventors ahoy!

2009-12-03 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Jewel, I have a Great Pyrenees and I am wondering about using a dog that size as a guide. One of the reasons we have not tried to have our trained as a service dog for my son is because of the difficulties of traveling with a dog that size. How is that working for you? Though I am not

[BlindHandyMan] wood cut outs

2009-12-03 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I know this question is right up the alley of some of you guys. I want to make some simple wooden cut outs of different figures for my kids and some others. I want them to be flat and I guess a silhouette is the shape I am thinking of for a horse, elephant, and maybe some people shaped like

Re: [BlindHandyMan] surprising question

2009-11-16 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I thought the reminder was more for Clifford, so that he will remember how lucky he is and that he could be replaced if he forgets to value his special woman. He does indeed seem to honor her. :) Jennifer - Original Message - From: Jewel To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Alternative Talking Tape Measure

2009-10-22 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Thank you for this Tom. I agree with you about this. Certainly such projects targeted at a sighted person doing the same kinds of work would never be so fragile. Jennifer - Original Message - From: Tom Hodges To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, October 22,

Re: [BlindHandyMan] sewing machines

2009-10-09 Thread Jennifer Jackson
each time. Other machine needles probable vary. I also make sure enough oil is in the reservoir. Putting the bobbin in and out of the machine can sometimes be real tricky. Ron - Original Message - From: Jennifer Jackson To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, July

Re: [BlindHandyMan] New storm door.

2009-10-09 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Blood stains can seriously drop your property value. *smile* Besides, you are the same guys who used to say something about wanting to be the man who walked 500 miles and then walked 500 more, just to be the man who walked a 1000 miles for you and dropped down at your door. What is a little

[BlindHandyMan] sound travelling

2009-10-08 Thread Jennifer Jackson
If I replace the cheap hollow core door on my son's bedroom door, will that help with the noise control from his radio? His room is at the top of the stairs and his music travels right down. I suspect this will drive me crazier as he gets older. *smile* Jennifer [Non-text portions of this

Re: [BlindHandyMan] sound travelling

2009-10-08 Thread Jennifer Jackson
enough, instead of saving for a college fund, maybe a hearing aide fund might be more worthwhile. grin. On Oct 8, 2009, at 6:14 PM, Jennifer Jackson wrote: If I replace the cheap hollow core door on my son's bedroom door, will that help with the noise control from his radio? His room

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Cleaning artificial plants

2009-10-07 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Put them in a plastic bag with some salt and then shake, shake, shake. Jennifer - Original Message - From: Nancy Hill To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, October 07, 2009 8:49 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Cleaning artificial plants Hi List, I have

Re: [BlindHandyMan] skunk attack

2009-09-18 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I think it would be more humane to just shoot the poor thing. Jennifer - Original Message - From: Lenny McHugh To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, September 18, 2009 6:38 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] skunk attack I thought I saw a putty cat! Lee, A

[BlindHandyMan] Lenny's paint prob

2009-09-13 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Lenny, What about renting a de-humidifier for a couple of days? One of those air cleaners might do the trick too. Jennifer [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

Re: [BlindHandyMan] installing a new light switch in a bathroom

2009-09-11 Thread Jennifer Jackson
This would be more trouble to install, but would help with the space issue. What about pocket doors? Jennifer - Original Message - From: Scott Howell To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, September 11, 2009 5:27 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] installing a new

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Locks?

2009-08-30 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I think it would be worth it to get the locksmith out unless you have a site close by to take it too. I never wanted to just leave the house unlocked while I was gone to make the change and having the guy come to the house is really not that expensive. Especially as compared to the cost of

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Energy Conservation?

2009-08-30 Thread Jennifer Jackson
That extra warmth is also adding to the overall heat in your home. A negligible cost yes, but still one that can be avoided. Of course I am in Oklahoma and the heat is killing me. *smile* Jennifer - Original Message - From: Tom Fowle To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Locks?

2009-08-30 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Goodness, here you can get them matched up for like $5 a lock. Jennifer - Original Message - From: Tom Fowle To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, August 30, 2009 7:42 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Locks? Claudia, You'd have to have a lock smith make all

Re: [BlindHandyMan] at daughters house

2009-08-22 Thread Jennifer Jackson
What do you all not like about the corner lot? I have only ever lived on one once and it was a nice experience. I was across the street from a small park on a kind of out of the way street though and had little traffic. Jennifer - Original Message - From: Don To:

Re: [BlindHandyMan] at daughters house

2009-08-22 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I prefer native trees. They usually require the least maintenance. If maintenance is not an issue, I like fruit trees for the harvest factor. *smile* Jennifer and - Original Message - From: Lee A. Stone To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, August 22, 2009 7:53

[BlindHandyMan] old water tanks

2009-08-17 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Guys, I think a friend is making a dangerous mistake and I want your thoughts on this please. He wants to take the top off of an old hot water tank and then turn the thing upside down and use it like a big cooking pot. Not for actual food, he wants to use it to dye fabric, but this still

Re: [BlindHandyMan] old water tanks

2009-08-17 Thread Jennifer Jackson
might work better since the heating element will not be in direct contact with the fabric. I by no means am an expert but I really doubt if it will be successful. - Original Message - From: Jennifer Jackson jennifer_jack...@cox.net To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday

Re: [BlindHandyMan] old water tanks

2009-08-17 Thread Jennifer Jackson
So what is on the inside of a hot water tank? Does anyone know what they are usually made of? Jennifer - Original Message - From: Jennifer Jackson To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, August 17, 2009 4:04 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] old water tanks I

[BlindHandyMan] Clog Cannon!

2009-08-17 Thread Jennifer Jackson
This is a link to a Clog Cannon. What do you guys think? Apparently you can just use it to blow air in your clogs and clear them. Jennifer http://www.flylady.net/pages/flyshop_cc.asp [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

Re: [BlindHandyMan] building a house

2009-08-12 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Are you perhaps close enough to a port to consider one of the new house designs made from the old cargo containers? I have heard that they are quickly gaining in popularity and are springing up all over Florida and around the country too. They do limit your interior design, but are supposed

Re: [BlindHandyMan] building a home

2009-08-11 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Another alternative building technique is the straw bail method. They are supposed to be really sturdy and inexpensive to build with. Often you can attend workshops to learn how to build wit the straw bails or the cob methods. Perhaps even hook up with people and work together on each others

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Opinions on a product

2009-07-25 Thread Jennifer Jackson
of these batteries work for a couple days, but you can't use the heated humidifier. If you did, you'd drain the battery in a few hours. - Original Message - From: Jennifer Jackson jennifer_jack...@cox.net To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, July 24, 2009 9:37 PM Subject

Re: [BlindHandyMan] building question

2009-07-24 Thread Jennifer Jackson
It is great to save energy, but concrete is not very enviornmentally friendly if that is part of your reasoning. Jennifer - Original Message - From: Shane Hecker To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, July 24, 2009 10:58 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] building

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Opinions on a product

2009-07-24 Thread Jennifer Jackson
You can get a battery to use for back up with your CPAP, or for camping or the like. You can get a battery that will do this in the outdoor department at Wal-mart, or at an outdoor store. Jennifer - Original Message - From: Victor To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent:

Re: [BlindHandyMan] sewing machines

2009-07-07 Thread Jennifer Jackson
will be interested to see the comments you get back and sure wish I could machine sew. I can hand sew to do repairs and install a button or two . what brand of machine do you have? Lee On Mon, Jul 06, 2009 at 10:18:39AM -0500, Jennifer Jackson wrote: Does anyone on the list do sewing machine

[BlindHandyMan] sewing machines

2009-07-06 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Does anyone on the list do sewing machine repairs or maintenance? I would like to learn more about caring for mine and being able to adjust the tension and all that myself. I will appreciate any thoughts on this. Jennifer [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

[BlindHandyMan] scissor sharpening

2009-06-30 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I have some nice sewing sheers that have a little rust on the blades. This seems to be what happens when you leave all your supplies in a box for a year or so. *smile* Will it be alright to use a little steel wool to get the rust off, or should I do something else. It will be a week or so

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Describing a Swiffer?

2009-06-25 Thread Jennifer Jackson
You can also buy other brands that come with washable pads. In the long run this will be a lot cheaper and better for the environment. I used to have a wet jet because my mother was certain I needed one and bought if for me. It did work wonderfully, but I hated the price of the refills and

Re: [BlindHandyMan] citronella candles

2009-06-25 Thread Jennifer Jackson
What about setting the candle in the middle of a plate of salt or sand? Something that would not burn. Another option is to just buy some of the oil and put some with witch hazel in a spray bottle and spray yourself or the area. You can also buy the plants and put them in pots around the

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Hydrology

2009-06-24 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hard work during pregnancy will actually make her labor easier for her. Labor is hard work and their is nothing like getting in shape for it ahead of time. I was told that I could routinely lift up to 25 pounds when pregnant and up to fifty occasionally without any trouble. Perhaps this will

Re: [BlindHandyMan] removing glue

2009-06-19 Thread Jennifer Jackson
WD 40 is supposed to remove duct tape residue. All the best child care advice says so. *smile* Also, you might consider using some hand sanitizer or other alcohol. I have used the hand gel stuff to remove the residue from those nasty glue traps before. Jennifer - Original Message

Re: [BlindHandyMan] painting glass

2009-06-16 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I think this would work very well. They recommend that kind of thing on the home shows all the time. Lenny, maybe you and the handy grandson could volunteer for the job. Pick up a couple of vases and give it a little experimental spraying. Jennifer - Original Message - From:

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Cleaning the Basement?

2009-06-14 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Oh Claudia, I am so glad you got this help with your basement. What a blessing. Now, good at sweeping at not, the more you sweep instead of running down your drain, the better it will be for your drain. I bet Tony could be a big help with this. If it were me, I would either obsessivly

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Questios about Hanging Things!

2009-06-14 Thread Jennifer Jackson
You can now also by all kinds of wall decorations in the form of wall decals meant to be removed from the walls with no damage. You can get everything from small, a few inches, designs up to huge wall murals. Some life size trees too. These just stick up on the wall and then peel right off

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