Friday, November 6, 2009

Can you make soft ballet shoes into pointes shoes?? if so how??

Do you have to add the box part to it or something?

Can you make soft ballet shoes into pointes shoes?? if so how??
wtf?? no you cant turn soft ballet shoes into pointe shoes. go buy pointe shoes.
Reply:No, sorry. However you can turn a pointe shoe into a soft shoe which strengthens your feet faster during class.





Definitely buy real pointe shoes so you don't risk hurting yourself with ballet shoes.
Reply:No sorry it doesn't work that way. A pointe shoe is special because it has a plaster molding which makes it hard(aka the box)soft ballet shoes (canvas, leather) are not meant so support your body. If you attempt to go up on pointe in soft shoes, you can really injure your foot. If you want to look like a ballerina you are going to have to get pointe shoes, and take classes to strengthen your feet. GOOD LUCK!!!
Reply:nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo...


It is ttly different..........


go buy some.
Reply:Nope, go buy yourself some real pointe shoes, after all you don't want to screw up your feet.
Reply:well kind of but dont before the pointe shoe we have today was made all a pointe shoe was was a ballet soft shoe with a bit of startch on it!! then they added a box but it was still flimsy then the put the shank in but you cant do it yourself it would be good if you could though!!
Reply:You would seriously hurt your self so dont even try it.
Reply:Unless, you are a professional cobbler(shoemaker) it


can not be done.





You are MUCH BETTER OFF of getting a pair of new pointe shoes


straight from the dance supply shop.





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How can I get a ball out of a shoe box in exactly 30 seconds?

u can not have any effect on the box while the ball is in the box. u cannot have anything extend outside the box. pleaseive any ideas that u have. it would be greatly appreciated. Thank You

How can I get a ball out of a shoe box in exactly 30 seconds?
Get someone to open the lid and take out the ball.


When it is exactly 30 seconds, they give you the ball.
Reply:someone else opens the box, u grab the ball
Reply:Is this a trick question?



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I need 300 shoe boxes,please tell me a website i can easily order from.?

http://theclickinfo.com/wholesalech.go

I need 300 shoe boxes,please tell me a website i can easily order from.?
Why do you want them for?
Reply:Are you talking about the cardboard ones? If so try searching on google.





But I went to Target and got the plastic rubbermaid boxes.



get pale skin

Who makes nike' shoe boxes?

National Cardboard Products, Inc.

Who makes nike' shoe boxes?
NCP, inc.



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My man has too many shoes and boots and he won't buy shoe racks!?

he wants to keep them in the boxes and stack them up like we live at foot locker and i am tired of it. he is obssesed with footwear and it is cluttery he don't even wear half of them. and he is doing the same to my son he has 9 pairs of sneakers and he is 14 months and his feet grow fast and i tell him don't but too many he won't get alot of wear out of them wait until he grows out of them but he wants to get him more and i said buy him some toys or something! i feel surrounded and it is driving me crazy!

My man has too many shoes and boots and he won't buy shoe racks!?
I think you should sit down with him alone and try to tell him how you feel about all this shoe thing going on.





Maybe sell out all his shoes or just buy a rack.





Good luck honey!
Reply:Go shoe shopping (join the family)


while you're out, buy three or more wooden cabinets, put some in your bed rm and some in your sons bdrm. When daddy buys shoes, mama, should buy too. if not shoes then purses, hats, jewelry, yeah that's it, start buying Jewelry. If you don't go broke first, it is possible, papa will get the message
Reply:Maybe you should purchase one of those over the door shoe holders. They usually hold between 9 - 12 pairs of shoes.





Good luck.



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I brown cardboard shoe boxes,300 to be precise,whats the best website to go to.?

if your question made sense id tell you but try eBay theres always people on there who want what youve got nomatr wat it is

I brown cardboard shoe boxes,300 to be precise,whats the best website to go to.?
Not sure what you mean Bob.
Reply:I would definitely try to post about it on multiple sites, such as e-bay and/or craigslist . That willl get you more of a chance to sell them, if thats what your intending to do!



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I have 2 shoe boxes of usned stamps from my boyhood. Surely there is a non-profti org. that could use them..?

Actually, there is a woman on one of my Yahoo groups that collects stamps for a developmentally disabled workshop. They send them out to stamp collecters. If you email me, I will give her your info.





Kim

I have 2 shoe boxes of usned stamps from my boyhood. Surely there is a non-profti org. that could use them..?
I imagine that any charity would be glad to have them. Maybe a local school auction/fundraiser donation. If they are collecters items, maybe call the local chapter for the make a wish foundation and they can sell them to fund the wishes.



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Where can I find a white shoe box?

http://www.target.com/25-Pair-Shoe-Organ...





Like this but a bit smaller to fit into a regular closet.

Where can I find a white shoe box?
Muji.com





I find has all my wardrobe organising needs :)



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Is a shoe box a good habitat for a silk worm?

is it a good habitat and if so do i need to keep the lid of or on?

Is a shoe box a good habitat for a silk worm?
as far as i know it is fine. it would probly b a good idea to keep the lid on so they dont crawl out, but make sure you put heaps of air holes in the box and put it in a cool place
Reply:Yes.


On with holes punched in it.


Feed Mulberry leaves [possibly lettuce leaves?].


De-silk most of the cocoons before the moths hatch.


Leave a few cocoons untouched if you want some more silkworms for next season.
Reply:yeah its fine to keep silk worms in a shoe box i remember when i was in first grade, we used to keep silk worms in a shoe box in the class room, any way good luck
Reply:A silk worm?? I want to know where you got one. And what do u plan on doing with him? Now im curious.
Reply:From my experience, i'd say its fine. Leave the lid open, however, for optimal light and oxygen exposure.
Reply:Hi Sam, when I was a child we always kept our silkworms in cardboard shoe boxes with the lid on. We also put small holes in the box with a skewer. Hope this helps!
Reply:Is it a golden shoe box? I represent the league of silkworms in chaos and we demand better rights for all things of a silken nature.



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Dust bunnies, shoe boxes, suitcases, a cat ….. What is underneath your bed?

Nothing but the dog that where she sleeps. It's the funniest thing I have ever seen. A big pit crawls into a space that is maybe 6 inches off the floor. Too bad America's Funniest Home Videos isn't around anymore,I could make some money off that video.

Dust bunnies, shoe boxes, suitcases, a cat ….. What is underneath your bed?
u dont want to know
Reply:nothing.. i sleep on the floor and i don't know what's underneath the floor..
Reply:Nothing
Reply:shoes boxes..maybe a dead body or two..you know, the usual
Reply:shoes, suitcases, my cat jack, odd socks, xmas presents
Reply:You were close; cat vomit.
Reply:nothing
Reply:Probably dust, my hair, and my dog's hair....



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How many shoe boxes do you have?

4


I use them to file papers in envelopes


perfect size for that

How many shoe boxes do you have?
Its funny you mentioned that, because I had to actually buy new shoes this weekend because my little sister needed a shoebox for school for V-day. Of course I could of just asked the clerks for an empty shoebox, but where's the fun in that. I also bought two, but I gave one shoebox to my little sis. That left me one box total.
Reply:Last count was 335
Reply:I do not have any shoe boxes in my house.
Reply:none - it's gotten so out of hand I have 2 LARGE plastic tubs that all my shoes "swim" in - I just look around the sides to find which pair I want - if they're REALLY nice they stay beside the bed
Reply:2 or 3 I usually throw them in the garbage
Reply:39 and I just gave some away.
Reply:About five or six, but shoes aren't in any of them.
Reply:NONE.
Reply:none!



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What does the steve madden shoe box look like?

i bot some sexy heels back before i knew about steve madden.... and uggs lol


(private school w/ uniforms ugh)





they were only like 20 bucks and they sa steve madden and came in a gold box that says steve madden in black at the top





did i buy real steve madden heels? there black..... and pencil points





how much is there stuff.. normally?

What does the steve madden shoe box look like?
maddens are more than $20, for sure. mine are in a white box with the lid attached, with the logo in black.
Reply:i got some steve maddens for about 30 on sale...... the box was white


and my other steve maddesn were about 50 on sale nad the box was white.....


but i've seen that they have other boxes Report It

Reply:it probably id bc reacently they had a big clearence thing and everything was hecka cheap



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Do you keep your shoe boxes after youve bought the shoe?

Sure do. They are a great storage place for many items.

Do you keep your shoe boxes after youve bought the shoe?
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Reply:I do all of the time.





They make great places to keep photos you haven't had the time to organize.


Science projects for the kids. Critter holders when Timmy wants the frog from the neighbors yard, or the lizard he can't live without.


Barbie beds when you don't want to spend a fortune buying the real thing.


Also a place to store your secret treasures from the families eyes.





These are the reasons I keep them.......





Also to hold the shoes I originally bought too!
Reply:For dress shoes, yes. I keep them in the boxes on the shelf at the top of the closet. For athletic shoes, no. I put them on the floor of the closet.
Reply:I keep some of them.I don't have space for them all.If I have a pair that I think will be scratched easily or that I know I won't wear a lot, I keep the box.
Reply:it. all. depends. on. if. I. wanna.use. the. box. for. something.





LIKE...Storing my shoe laces...lol
Reply:No I do not, and neither does my wife, who I just asked. She is the shoe fanatic in my family.
Reply:Yes, because they are great for putting stuff in that you want to keep. Sometises I recycle them and use them for a gift box after I decorate them.
Reply:Yeah. When I have enough I glue them all together and spray paint them with sparkle or speckled paint. I sell the 'cubby hole cabinets' at my yearly garage sale.





You would be amazed at how much people are willing to pay for these stupid things!
Reply:yeah for a few years and then i forget that


I bought the darn shoes and by the time i find them i have out grown them lol
Reply:I don't but a friend of mine used show boxes to file his payed bills and tax papers and stuff.
Reply:Sometimes depending if its cute lol or just some times i save them for projects!! :)
Reply:yah like usually when i have new shoes i'll put them in the box..till i wear them again..and thats probably the next day!!;]
Reply:I keep them for awhile and then realize I have no use and recycle them.
Reply:Yes! Only when they won't fit in my clear plastic shoe storage boxes!
Reply:Nope. I usually leave the box at the store.
Reply:Yeah they're handy for if you ever have to move or just need a container.
Reply:Nope, I leave the boxes at the store so I don't even have to carry them home.
Reply:Yes, for a few days or weeks. If my cat doesn't take it then, my Mom throws it away.
Reply:yup... always together wif the shoes
Reply:Of course!








I love boxes.
Reply:sometimes.......i use them for storage
Reply:Only if they're expensive shoes, I have no idea why I save them though.
Reply:yes they are good for pics or cds or gift boxes
Reply:Yes
Reply:Nope!!!
Reply:it depends...
Reply:Nope.
Reply:yea allways ( =
Reply:Most of the Time...!!
Reply:No I don't
Reply:nope



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Is it better to keep shoe in shoe box or zip-lock bags? i do not have space for more boxes..?

better to keep them in shoe boxes so they won't get crushed and smooshed. zip lock bags aren't good because they offer little protection and on top of it no air can get to them, encouraging the growth of mold and fungi on the shoe. How about one of those big shoe racks you can buy at a department store? Look at your problem from a different angle and start getting rid of the shoes that you don't wear any more -- give them to the Salvation army or sell them at a used clothing store (or ebay)

Is it better to keep shoe in shoe box or zip-lock bags? i do not have space for more boxes..?
you could always try the space bags that you see on tv. you can get them at walmart



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Do I have to use a shoe box for making a pinhole camera?

Can I use a smaller box such as tissue box? The pinhole camera that I need to make does not need to take pictures. It just have to have a white paper screen at the back to view an inverted image of a candle.

Do I have to use a shoe box for making a pinhole camera?
The longer the distance from the pinhole to the image, the larger the image will be. If you look at the illustration here,


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pin_hole_ca...





the image of top of the tree and the bottom of the tree will always touch the red lines. If the image screen is closer to the pinhole, the image will be smaller.





As far as your question about circular boxes, you put your pin hole on the side of an cylindrical box and your white screen opposite it, the screen will be curved and the image will be distorted. If you put the pinhole and the screen on the ends, there will be no difference in how the image looks.
Reply:you can use a Quaker Oats box (tubular), too.
Reply:I used an empty milk carton
Reply:I used an empty oatmeal container, it worked pretty good.
Reply:You can use anything sealed from light with a small hole in it. This kind of device is called a "camera obscura". There are BUILDINGS in California that have a small hole in the ceiling, and on a sunny day you can look at an image from outside projected onto a white surface!





Go if you can. big fun...
Reply:You can use many things to observe the sun.





NEVER LOOK DIRECTLY AT THE SUN!





Use a piece of card to view the sun with a telescope (DO NOT LOOK THROUGH THE TELESCOPE), move it until the light shines on the card.





This is great for sun-spot viewing and good for solar eclipses.





Safety first - Looking at the sun through a telescope or binoculars will lead to PERMINANT blindness. Looking at the sun with the naked eye will lead to temporary blindness and possible perminant eye damange.





Have a look at web-site to tell you how to view the sun. Never look at the sun.
Reply:no, you can use anything that can be made light tight ie. a coffee can, match box, your own mouth
Reply:Hi You can use any kind of box as long as the light don't leak in.
Reply:No. Just a cubic box.
Reply:all u have to do is make two holes on either sides...breadthwise...and cover one of them with tracing paper...make sure u drop oil on the tracing paper properly so that it covers the whole surface of the paper...now see the image of the candle from the other open hole...u are done..



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How can you make a shoe box look old?

It can be a cardboard box too. I need it for a history project. We need to put "old" letters and pictures in a box, and it should look old.


Thanks!

How can you make a shoe box look old?
use an old shoe box, and tear parts of it to make it look worn out





you can even burn sides of the box and to make it look discolored, stain it will coke or another drink.





for the letters to look old, you can burn the sides of them to make them look historic =]





hope this helps! =D
Reply:stain it with some hot tea. just make tea and dab it on the shoe box.





take a bit of sandpaper or a rough kitchen sponge and make the edges and stuff of the box look worn down.





maybe bend the lid back and forth a bit so it doesn't quite fit any more, so it looks like its been put on and off the box a lot.





you could do a decoupage thing to it; paste old looking images to it, of flowers or old newspaper stories.





tie it with a big ribbon





look online to see if you can find pics of old shoe boxes for other ideas
Reply:get some dirt, and put the dirt in some water, put the box in the dirt water, take it out, let it dry and it will dry lookin old :)
Reply:take sandpaper and scrape it,


burn the edges with a lighter, or electric stove?(i did that for this history diary journal, it worked real well :])


sort of bend it and twist / play around with it.











_hope that helps :]




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Can you use personal boxes rather than buy usps boxes? boxes as in shoe boxes ect.?

i started selling on ebay and i was wondering if i can use


any kind of boxes to ship my product to my customers. i rather use my own that way i can save money, instead of paying for the boxes that usps have.

Can you use personal boxes rather than buy usps boxes? boxes as in shoe boxes ect.?
Why aren't you taking advantage of the free priority boxes the USPS offers? USPS.COM offers free boxes, free delivery confirmation, free carrier pickup.





Go online and check it out or call 1-800-ASK-USPS and request a call from a small business specialist.





They offer perfect corrugated shoeboxes free!
Reply:I doubt if a shoe box would stand up to the handling these sort of things get. You can use whatever you have, but do make sure it's strong enough.


I know for a fact that a certain courier/carrier considered any "unofficial" boxes to be fair game for a little lack of care. I hope that's no longer the case, but in reality . . .
Reply:As an ebay seller, also, I always recycle cardboard boxes. The best boxes to use are STURDY corrugated cardboard boxes. (I often get empty copy paper boxes from work and cut them down.) Please don't send someone an item they paid hard earned money for in a flimsy shoe box. I buy and sell both on ebay, and when I get something in a flimsy box, it sends a message to me that the seller did not care whether I got the item intact or not.... they just wanted my money. Don't forget that anything you mail will get treated very roughly in handling, and may at some point be at the bottom of a 300 lb stack of packages.
Reply:yes just make sure that they are good and sturdy.



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Shoe box- not -rack smells awful, what should be put in?

Baking soda is very good for absorbing smells. You could also try some "masking" products like a potpourri bag, Fabreez, or Glade.

Shoe box- not -rack smells awful, what should be put in?
Baking soda.



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Shoe box ?

does anyone know what the brand is that has the shoebox that is red-pink and has yellow and black scrollwork on the side?


I think it might be via spiga, but im not sure. please help!!!

Shoe box ?
no it is not



Adidas

Shoe box house?

I am making my little sister a house for her little plastic dog. Does anyone have some ideas of what I can *make* to put in it and what to use to make it?








Please help and serious answers only thanks :)!

Shoe box house?
the dollar store has plastic boxes. Next time you get pizza save the little "table" in the center of the box. Use bottle caps for water bowls.



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Christmas shoe boxes?

How many of you have started to do the xmas.boxes for the needy children out in the poorer countries,our children have so much it teaches them to share. I think it's a great idea.

Christmas shoe boxes?
I have done it twice. Last year I had problem finding a shoebox, shoe shops like Lillywhites said they can't give me any. I didn't want to spend money on a new pair of shoes cos I could spend the money making another two boxes.





i finally decided to try my neighbors in the same block. I put up a notice in the corridor asking if they had any unwanted shoebox to give away for this purpose. A week later just before the deadline, I got three big boots size boxes! although they were too big my husband managed to make them into the 'standard' size shoeboxes, I made three at the end.





It was wonderful, really wonderful.
Reply:my children do it every year, i think it,s great!
Reply:Ive done shoe boxes for the last 2 years....i enjoy making up the boxes for the needy families... enjoy knowing i mite make a difference and make at least one needy family smile xxx
Reply:I havent started it but I did it last year and it was so very rewarding. I hope to do it again this year.
Reply:I do it every year with my National Honor Society students. It is a great way to give back to those less fortunate.
Reply:Well done to you and your children. It is as you say a wonderful teaching opportunity. Our Church always reach out to those in need in whatever way we can and it brings such happiness and joy as we become involved in all sorts of projects to help others and also local communities, and throughout the world. God Bless you for your efforts.
Reply:it is a great idea and God bless you for doing this....
Reply:I did one every year at my old school.


This year we're buying a cow for a family in Africa.
Reply:I haven't started a Christmas box for children in another country, but I have signed up for the Christmas Drive in our own community this year, you get a description of a family in need, the ages and sexes of their children and basically create a Christmas for that family... food , gifts , etc.... I sponsor a world vision child monthly, but thought it would be nice to keep Christmas close to home this year.
Reply:I'm for it as long as it doesn't go to the bin Laden children.
Reply:It's a great idea and I do it all year round so the boxes are ready and it's easier to pick stuff up when you do a weekly shop, this way the children are in your thoughts all year round, not just christmas. I think it's great that people do this.
Reply:Yes we have. I am a single parent struggling to make ends but my children give up some of their pocket money and even some of their toys to put into one or two shoe boxes each year. They learn at school where the shoe boxes go to and they could not believe that some children had never had a Christmas present.


Well done to Operation Christmas Child and all the volunteers who enable this joy to be spread around the needy children of the world.
Reply:i try to do it every year but some times i just forget
Reply:ive dun it twice. its very good.
Reply:me



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Guys ONLY!!! (18 and older)...it's a shoe thing...?

OK, you got her on her hands %26amp; knees in her own closet when suddenly you look up realise she has over 150 PAIRS of shoes!!!!





Do you stop and ask her why?





Or just ignore it and take care of the job at hand????








I'm NOT exagerating...each shoe box was labeled "red pumps for such %26amp; such dress" or "blue flats for such %26amp; such dress", etc, etc...

Guys ONLY!!! (18 and older)...it's a shoe thing...?
i would take it as she was obsessed with shoes and finish the job at hand. only thing is, why in the world would you want to go at it in that style in the closet? kinda cramped dont ya think.
Reply:Finish "the job at hand" and screw the shoes (not literally, of course)!
Reply:Umm...I would not even notice the shoes. Hopefully things were going better than that for you.





DRAGON 2008


"I BELIEVE IN U.S."
Reply:You had a girl on her hands and knees and you were interested in all the Shoes ?? lol nuff said


edit--- and even read the labels


You think she was this bored too?
Reply:Finish the job then get the hell out..
Reply:If you didn't "lose your enthusiasm" so to speak...work out your shock and dismay on her...FINISH THE JOB!!!





Sexual frustration causes women to BUY SHOES!!!
Reply:finish the job...that's what ur paying her for
Reply:What are you doing wondering about shoes at a time like that?
Reply:take care of the job at hand but dont make any long term plans. High maint chicks will kill you young.
Reply:You'd better deal with the job at hand or they'll be a shoe box with your name on it labled "BIG dildo for dates' unfinished business!"


At least she's organized.
Reply:This was a girl right? That's what girls do (no offense). They collect shoes.
Reply:ask her to ware her favorite pair and then go on with the job!!
Reply:Looks like it happened to you ... nothing wrong with that I must say .. just being organised and an fondness for shoes
Reply:well we have more than one tool in our tool box





only thing you have,nt found the handbag room








it's a colour thing they like to match
Reply:thats a little scary, were you able to finish?
Reply:Ignore it and take care of the job at hand, then, once you've finished and the mood has changed ask her why. Hope this helped!
Reply:im not a guy but i think you shoulda did your thng and ask questions later....
Reply:I would do her in the butt for this very unacceptable act!
Reply:LOL-- i love shoes!!! good question!!!
Reply:FINISH HER!


They are shoes. Men have DVD's or Video Games. It works out in the end.
Reply:If I had a woman in that position, shoes would be the last thing I would be looking at.





I like that, it clearly says guys only yet girls still answer. LOL. Nuff said about that!!
Reply:sounds like she should be a PHILIPPIAN DICTATOR!! haha. that's a little extreme. i would be concerned.............AFTERWARDS, of course!
Reply:That's just how some girls are, just leave it be.
Reply:Finish the job, ask questions later!
Reply:i couldn't care less how many shoes she has.



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A shoe box is 12.4 inches long,7.5 inches wide,4 inched deep. what is the volume of the shoe box?

multiply the three together

A shoe box is 12.4 inches long,7.5 inches wide,4 inched deep. what is the volume of the shoe box?
12.4x7.5x4=372 cubic inches
Reply:V=lwh


V=12.4in*7.5in*4in


V=372inches cubed


V=372in^3
Reply:The box has exactly a volumen of 372 inch



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Shoe Box or small paper bag to fit your essentials in if there was a disaster?

Small paper bag has handles.





Box and Bag is same size more or less.





Give reason for your choice?

Shoe Box or small paper bag to fit your essentials in if there was a disaster?
shoe box.. will probably last a little bit longer as it's a little bit stronger, and may prevent items from getting as wet as they would in a paper bag.
Reply:shoe box,





i will borrow my mates, well he does have size 14 feet,


lol so it would be more handy and bigger than a small bag.



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Shoe box & coffee can ideas for kids?

A friend of mine has overloaded herself with some 9 West shoeboxes and large sized coffee cans. Her children, ages 3 %26amp; 4, have recently become very interested in arts %26amp; crafts. Any crafty ideas for these lil ones to recycle the boxes %26amp; cans?? :D

Shoe box %26amp; coffee can ideas for kids?
Coffee Cans can become decorated banks when convered with construction paper, just cut a hole big enough for quarters in the lid.





Shoe boxes can be painted, colored, decorated to become trinket boxes for treasure.





Shoe boxes can also be giant shoes.
Reply:you can make themed shadow boxes like a under the sea theme with fish and they can draw inside the boxes and decorate them with construction paper and crayons, and with the coffee cans they can decorate them so they can put their small toys into or else they can make a makeshift drum out of it....
Reply:Here are some, though 3 and 4 is kind of young for many "crafts."





http://www.google.com/search?sourceid=na...





http://www.google.com/search?num=50%26amp;hl=e...





They could also just use them as building blocks, perhaps covering with Contact paper, felt, or whatever, first ... or maybe to color-code too.








HTH,





Diane B.
Reply:mack telephones and mardi gras floats
Reply:My children used coffee cans to make their father pen holders for father's day last year for his desk.





We painted the cans white.


My daughter used fabric paint to decorate the can.


My son choose to glue strips of tissue paper to his can.


They signed and dated them.


I finalized them with a coat of varnish.
Reply:Coffe cans can be painted and made into drums. Kids ususally get a kick out of that. The shoe boxes can be for making unusal type doll houses if placed next to each other, or blocks if the lids are taped down and the outside painted or covered with stickers and the like.
Reply:Wrapping paper, construction paper, tissue, paper, paper cards,colored funny papers, magazines, child safe scissors, hole punch, odd puzzle, game pieces, finger paint,


stick glue. Parental supervision.





Boxes can be made into shadow boxes and display treasures. Children can place a background in picture to complement the treasure.





Hint: Take digital snap shots of finished treasure displays for album and/or slide show presentation {Keeps clutter down). Have a place of honor for display of one or two. "This is the official Art Honor Spot" ; a new display piece displaces the old; pass on the older ones as gifts to family/friends or have an "official "recycling ceremony with pomp and ceremony (if necessary) for the old when the new takes over the place of honor.





Idea: Child picks " things I like to do with you" and places them in box. Memories of things done with loved one and picture of them with that loved one-- a shadow box scrapbook as it were. Gift box to loved one; after mom takes a picture of course.








How about an arts and crafts, storage divider depending on how many boxes are on hand. Could even gather them together and top with solid card board top to make a table.


Will need help from adults to connect them together.


Lay end to end in layers. Punch holes to add string or paper fasteners to hold them together. Use strong tape around perimeter. Let them pick out pictures to put in back of box for what items will be put in that section--Toys, craft supplies, art supplies.


Coffee cans could be decorated to make small trash cans,


or hold parts for puzzles, games,


spare holder for toilet paper--decorate maybe even like a candle,


Use 4 or more cans for legs on low table. Use a lot and make a display table with clear plastic top.


Can use joined boxes or cans to make toss games such as


Tick tack toe, numbers, colors, ABC,


Coffee cans on their side, secured could make a good (shoe/toy) rack for kids this age.


Can also make beds for doll/soft toys.
Reply:Shoe boxes can become treasure boxes and can be decorated with anything they want from constructionpaper to pictures,paint,jewels/rhinestones,fabric... you name it





Coffee can can be turned into watering cans for flowers, flowerpots( have them with different plant seeds and label the cans so you know what comes up) and can be decorated as well with pain, fabric, pictures etc And can be turned into nice Mother's Day gifts as well





Check out the website: FamilyFun.com





Have fun!



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Mens shoe size?

i am selling a pair of shoes on ebay and on the shoe box it says size 41 can someone tell me what that size is please i am not sure wheather its an 7 or an 8 please help.

Mens shoe size?
41's a 7
Reply:Size 7
Reply:Size 7..but if you are seling on ebay..put a european/world size chart up for bidders to see (if you are selling worlwide)..and also you may get asked the measurements..ie length %26amp; width.
Reply:size 7
Reply:Size 7
Reply:size 7 of course lol
Reply:usually a 7, but some stores say its an 8
Reply:size 7 I think you will find
Reply:The beeb site is good
Reply:just add 1 to the biggest number and divide by 5 hey presto its 7.



CAT

A shoe riddle?

You are missing the shoe to your left foot. You are looking in a shoe box for your missing shoe. I will tell you that it is in there. You are wearing its match. In the shoe box, all of the shoes have their match. Unfortunately for you, they are all the same size, color, and brand. What is the best way to find your missing shoe?

A shoe riddle?
Any of the shoes will do since they are all exactly the same then each left IS a mate for each right. grab the first left shoe you see.
Reply:to try them all on and see which one fits u the best.
Reply:Find a box that's half as heavy as the other ones
Reply:Why can't you take any one of the left shoes, if they're all alike?
Reply:count all of the shows that have a pare and then with the one that dosnot have a pare that is your missing shoe



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I need ten things that comes in pairs..and that can fit in a shoe box?

I have shoes,socks,gloves..could u help me with more ideas..and a five year old has to show %26amp; share these things at school..

I need ten things that comes in pairs..and that can fit in a shoe box?
dice, salt and pepper shakers
Reply:earrings..necklace and braclet....matching





boots


paper/pencil


picture of mom/dad
Reply:Shoelaces, earrings, tooth brush and tooth paste, shampoo and conditioner, peanut butter and jelly.
Reply:1. earrings


2. shoe laces


3. mechanical pencils


4. grips (for gymnastics, they use them on their hands for bars)


5. magnets


6. hair bands


7. notebooks


8. index cards


9. slippers


10. wrist bands (they go under grips)
Reply:shoelaces.. earrings
Reply:ear rings, wedding rings,sun and regular glasses,his and her towels,shoe laces,.
Reply:matching hair clips
Reply:earrings.
Reply:Earrings


Pair of Cards?





I really dont know.. Sorry!
Reply:earrings





socks





shoes





shoelaces





scissors? Safety scissors maybe...or maybe not for kids;)





cherries?





a pair of cards...like queens, or jacks





a pair of gloves





a pair of earmuffs





a pair of slippers





pom poms?





knee pads for sports...
Reply:earrings


speakers (small ones)


chopsticks


batteries


drum sticks


ahh i tried really hard i hope i helped :]
Reply:How about shorts, pajamas, pants, sissors,
Reply:glasses
Reply:hiya,





salt %26amp; pepper shakers,


a pair of socks


a pair of slippers


a pair of boots


a pair of shoe laces


a pair of gloves


a pair of cuff links


a pair of earrings


a pair of contacts


a pair of eyes


a pair of wings


a pair of dice


a pair of skates


a pair of chopsticks


a pair of knitting needles


earpulgs


leg warmers


twins lol


peas %26amp; a pod


doves


bread %26amp; butter not really a pair but you can't have one without the other really.





crutches, and headlights but it would need to be a pretty big shoe box lol





oh and elbow pads knee pads pillow cases








K xx
Reply:1- Socks


2 - Gloves


3 - Earrings


4 -Barrets


5 - Glasses ( eye glasses)


6 - Slippers


7 - Batteries


8 - drum sticks


9 - Jacks


10 - barbie shoes
Reply:sunglasses


barettes (as in hairclips Not berets as in hats)


goggles


scissors


pants


dice


tweezers


shirt buttons (dress shirts usually have two extra attached to them)


pens


batteries
Reply:Please excuse my funny ones, but really, if you run out, you might want to use them. I would.





Pictures of animals from Noah's ark, earrings, a picture of twins, 2 halves of a cut sandwich, shoe laces, do you have anything like Mickey Mouse ears and she can say the two ears?, Lays potato chips (because you can't eat just one!), Tea (for two).





Please let us know which ones you used. Interesting question.


Good luck! :-)
Reply:barbie and ken?



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Why does my feet hurt when im jogging in the boxing ring?

Is it because I have the wrong shoes because i wear regular ecko sneakers on the ring and my feet kills me..

Why does my feet hurt when im jogging in the boxing ring?
why and how are you jogging in a boxing ring?





Not sure what ecko sneakers are like but I use sambas (made by adidas) they are great shoes for boxing
Reply:shoes can help or hurt. so try to get either boxing shoes, or i really like the feel of probably the last 4 Iverson shoe styles. They are very comfortable to run in, i box a lot too, and i like these almost as much as boxing shoes themself!





Good Luck !



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Where can i get free high school musical and Hannah Montana shoe boxes? Read in the Details for Why!?

i am re decorating my room in High school musical theme/Hannah Montana and i have bought some high school musical shoes / Hannah Montana for my neighbors kids. i dont want to spend anymore money so what can i do? By the way No rude Comments thats just being Ridicioulously rude about High School Musical or Hannah Montana

Where can i get free high school musical and Hannah Montana shoe boxes? Read in the Details for Why!?
HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL %26amp; HANNAH MONTANA ROCK!





As for the shoebox scenario,I suggest just go to like Payless and ask a worker or the manager if they have old shoeboxes in the back that aren't torn up,or you can just get a bunch of posters of High School Musical %26amp; Hannah Montana!





Remember pick a style for your room that you are going to like for a LONG TIME!





HSM %26amp; HM ROCK!
Reply:I don't know about free, but you could make some by using some HSM or HM pictures or wrapping paper to line and cover a regular box. Or you could decorate it with pink and stars...like Hannah's stage or something.


That will be fun and it's very nice of you.



dental

What should I get on boxing Day?

My mom and dad are giving me and my brothers $200 each and this is a big deal because this never happened to me before. Anyways I'm wondering what stuff I should get. I wanna get:


4 pairs of flats


3 pairs of shoes


4 hoodies


5 shirts


4 pairs of pants


make-up


stuff from Claires


hairdye(dark brown)


a new pencil case


a new backpack


new binders for school.


Im not sure if I will have enough money to buy all that and I know I sound spoiled but this is a first time I've ever gotton $200 so I'm excited. And where should I buy this stuff too

What should I get on boxing Day?
I think that your expectations are a little bit high; you most probably need about twice the money to get all that stuff. I don't really know what you're asking here... you can probably only get your shoes at Payless, your clothes at Walmart, and your school supplies from Office Depot or something. Sorry.



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When will the BBC America movie "Ballet Shoes",starring Emma Watson, premiere?...read on?

the commercials say "on Boxing Day"? what day is that to us Americans?

When will the BBC America movie "Ballet Shoes",starring Emma Watson, premiere?...read on?
It does not appear to have a release date in the US according to imdb.com.





http://imdb.com/title/tt1083845/releasei...





P.S. Boxing day is typically December 26th.





http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boxing_Day



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How long after a bunion and hammertoe surgery do you get back to normal. i can walk now . cast off 2 weeks .?

just want to know when i will get back to normal and be able to resume sports also work.also needto buy some wide box shoes but dont know where to purchase from wouldlove to speak 2 someone who has had this done.

How long after a bunion and hammertoe surgery do you get back to normal. i can walk now . cast off 2 weeks .?
I had this done 18 months ago. I went back to work after 12 weeks,because I do a physical job,but I could walk well before that. I have lived in casual shoes more than anything else since,but apart from stubbing my toe(doesn't bear thinking about does it?) I've been fine. So relieved about the cosmetic side too.


You do need to take it as it comes though,and not try to overdo things. You'll know when you're ready to do more. Be patient though. Good luck
Reply:i havnt had it done but you could try looking in clarks shoes they do good shoes for all feets needs. i hopr that you get back to normal soon.



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Dose anyone want to trade webkinz stuff?

does any one have


Googles Scrying Pond


Donut Seeds


Snow Machine


Star Blaster


Cloud Machine


Party Machine


Circle of Topiary


Zingoz Bubble Blower


Carriage Bed


King of the Castle Bed


Bowling Alley


Fancy Fountain


if you have at least one of these email me at itsallaboutshaza@yahoo.com and i'll make an offer





I HAVE


4 GIFT BOX SHOES


WHEEL OF YUM SHIRT


SHEFS HAT


VIKING HELMOT


ROKINZ MOHOWK


RODSTER GO-KART


CLOCK OF THE FUTURE


ROBO-HANDY TABLE


EXPAREMENT TABLE 3


2 APPLE CHAIRS


BEE PANTS


BEE SHIRT


golf cart

Dose anyone want to trade webkinz stuff?
i dont have anything that youre looking for , i will ask around and see if anyone has anything and then have them email you.
Reply:I don't have anything you want. Sorry!



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How to make a castle out of empty boxes?

For an art prodject I need to make a castle out of all differnt kinds of empty boexes and container.. such as tooth paste boxes, shoe boxes, etc. Any ideas? I would like this castle to be fairly big and possible be able to walk through it.

How to make a castle out of empty boxes?
Just lots and lots of boxes. For the top of the castle....where the points go up and a big tower on the top...use the toothpaste boxes there. They are narrow and tall. Paint it gray and don't forget a chain of some sort for the moat......paint it brown like wood. :))) Sit your castle ontop of a piece of paper that is colored blue to look like water. Put a couple dollar store plastic alligaters in the water by the moat LOL Boy, i'm having fun here..........put a princess or barbie doll high up in the tower looking out. Don't forget the inside of the castle....put a few boxes stacked up to look like steps going up inside the castle. Wow! This is awesome! Have fun.... I know I am! lol
Reply:I Would Buy a Bunch (For As Big As You Want It) Of Boxes The Same Size And Start Stacking Like Blocks As High As You Want It. You Could Cut Out The Inside Pieces So You Could Walk Through, But Should Be Taped First, Also Cover In White, Grey Or Black Paper (Can Get In Big Rolls At Craft Stores Before Assembly). Search For Odd Shaped Boxes From Stores, Furniture Stores, On Side Of The Road, Etc. To Use For Windows And Doors (Cover Them In A Different Color, Blue For Windows) And Just Stack With Others. You Can Stack/Play With A Few Different Looks A Few Times Before Taping. Then Cut Out Like The Tips (Crown Like) From Cardboard And Attach To The Very Top. Boxes Can Get Expensive, So Life Size Might Not Be Affordable Unless You Get Them Free. Good Luck!
Reply:i am an artist and made like thousends of art .


and guess what its your lucky day!


all you need is like five one meters boxes and some toothpicks and straws.


now you need ducktape or like strong tape.


and if you got all those you must barrow some sissors or something sharp. now you must cut the box like this.


_l-l_l-l_l-l_l-l_ yeah like that. and then you must make cannons or something with the toothpicks and then tape all the bonust stuff you like on it and then paint it with normal paint. none!


NOTE:do not use water paint because it will look freacky and i never use water paint.



Puppy Teeth

How do we make Africa cleaner and prettier too?

This is my opinion. We can clean up the water, build a water system to have clean water, have no coal plants, recycle gold, bricks, hays, paper, bottles, cans, boxes, shoes, steel, and plastic containers too. We can finally build factories to recycle these items. What do you think?

How do we make Africa cleaner and prettier too?
I think you are dreaming.





I was part of a group that was quoting a new water system for a country in western Africa. When we met with the president there he was more interested in building a TV station to broadcast tales of his glory than a water purification system. He also offered to finance the project by paying us in blood diamonds which he said we could smuggle back into our country.
Reply:good plan, but, just leave it to Oprah!
Reply:Initially I agree with answer 2 in that it's largely driven by politics. No offense; but in Africa politics and RULE are tenuous at best.





Recycling is a situation that is extremely expensive in the process. Obviously the notion is valid; but to create processing and operate such; is probably something that could take years to balance on some scale of cost versus effect and benefit. When you say "WE" whom are you speaking of? Recycling needs a Global Conciousness; but certainly can exist in Pockets, all over the globe.





Another issue is the social conciousness of a country or group of countries on any one continent. I'll give you an example in a microcosm. Unless it's dictated (and that should never become the case) I might go to great lengths to recycle from home; while my neighbor does not. That might instill some doubt in me as to the validity and possible success of the scheme.





If we stopped our dependance on; or at least curbed our dependance on Crude Oil; and profits made from it; we'd likely HAVE to do more recycling; and we've already done a huge amount of damage to our air/ water/ land; that would take years to repair, even if we stopped using crude TODAY.





No offense meant at all; but I still wonder whom you mean by "WE"? Obviously Africa is in turmoil on multiple levels; and reversal is a challenge as daunting as expecting Nigeria to one day be able to orbit the moon; but without question; IT and the rest of the planet are worth saving. We have nowhere else to go for one thing; nor the means to get anywhere.





Steven Wolf
Reply:It's nice to have people like you who would like improve the undeveloped parts of Africa.





it's a very long process that may take decades to prepare.





I think preparing for water dams, Electrical Power via wind or water current and search for local fuel supply should be first considered.
Reply:Sorry, that is too simplistic of an answer.


The problems start with politics


Most african countries that are run by dictators , that rape the countries wealth to stay in power and finance huge overseas bank accounts for if they are deposed.


Staying in power takes lots of money to buy armies and bribe, people to give timely information on enemies.


The last thing these "rulers" think about is helping the ordinary people...Until true democracy and honest polititions (if there is such an animal) can be in charge and work for the people instead of themselves, Africa will never change.
Reply:Great idea. Just two problems. Where will you get the money for this? And what will you do with the Africans? Oh, and who is this "we" you are talking about. Leave me out if you don't mind. I'm not interested.



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Whats the little thing "lil Bag" inside a shoe box you know that thing that says like gell or is like rocky su

Ive bo8ght shoes and i dnt know wat the lil packet is for wat is it for anyways

Whats the little thing "lil Bag" inside a shoe box you know that thing that says like gell or is like rocky su
There are a couple of things it could be silica gel or bat descant (Bat Poop) it is to help keep moisture out of the box so it does not grow mold and ruin your shoes. but they use it in electronics as well and many other places, Guano as they call it, or Bat poop comes from the island called EGuano where there are many bat caves where the stuff stacks up and they shovel it out with tiny shovels to fill the tiny bags. (Just kidding on that part. But that's what it is and Yep like everyone else Say's don't eat it.
Reply:it's just to keep them fresh %26amp; not smelly %26amp; stuff like that. but it's toxic, so don't eat it.
Reply:It's silica....it is there to absorb moisture during shipping etc.


Toss in the garbage.
Reply:Silica gel. Keeps shoes from drawing dampness.
Reply:It is "silica gel"...


It absorbs humidity/moisture...


Keeps mold from growing on the shoes...
Reply:I don't know but do not eat it.



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First boxing match in a month.What is the required attire for a match(shirt?)what about rounds?weigh ins?

Are weigh in on the same day?I know u need mouthpiece,headgear,are shoes required?

First boxing match in a month.What is the required attire for a match(shirt?)what about rounds?weigh ins?
Shoes are required. Depending on whether or not it's a sanctioned bout, you may need to get some boxing shoes.


Ask your trainer or someone in the gym. I have fought in amatuer bouts where tennis shoes were allowed, but if you plan to continue fighting, you should invest in a proper pair


of shoes. Most sporting goods stores carry them.


I suggest that you wear baggy shorts that are easy to move around in, that have a drawstring waist so they don' fall down.


Basketball shorts will do. Wear a tanktop that is tight enough that you or your opponent will not become tangled up.


DO NOT FORGET a protective cup!


Any amatuer fight that I have ever had, the weigh in was on the same day' and the fights are usually three rounds.





Good luck, and protect yourself at all times.
Reply:Weighs ins in amuater boxing are usually taken place the day before the fight as it gives the boxers a chance to get down to required weight and have time to bulk back up. You need shoes some places insit boxing shoes, which if you dont have a pair should be a must in the long run. Most amuater bouts have the competitiors wearing tops with no sleeves. At some events boxers are made to wear opposite offists such as one in blue and other in red (this happens mainly at tournements and the olypmics) Good Luck, with the match hope this is your first win with many more to come
Reply:people usually wear tank tops like in the olympics. you can find a shirt and shorts for cheap here and they also have gloves and headgear:





www.liverpuncher.com/BoxingShop



under my skin

Boxing In Colombus Ohio?

I want to start hitting the heavy dag, and do a little sparring again, is there anywhere I can buy some equipment like shoes and wrist wraps.

Boxing In Colombus Ohio?
http://www.boxingdepot.com/
Reply:Go to Ebay!!!



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Uniform help !!!?

I am done looking drab and don't know what to do b/c I'm used to grabbing the boring uniform and running for the bus how can I spruce it up to look good?


I am fairly skinny tall dark ash blond, almost light brown hair, and pale skin.


The uniform is a white or black collered shirt with at least cap sleeves and no logo except ine canusually get away with the aligator or other small figure. A grey 9pleated skirt that goes from hips to past kneecaps. The school sweatshirt or an all black/white seatshirt, no symbols, or a blue or green sweater vest from Lands end that is like a large box. Shoes must be closed heel and toe and brown or black or any color athletic shoes and in winter brown or black boots are ok. max of 2 inch heel


optional


We can wear black tights or leggings (and white black or grey socks (or none at all) scarf/shawl any hair accesory (no hats) jewlery and light makeup, but my skin breaks out super easy and it is an all girls school so I don't do makeup there

Uniform help !!!?
Well for skin breaking out, just wash your face every night(to get the dirt off)and this GREATLY prevents all those icky pimples. As for your uniform.....wear black flats! Add black leggings! Since it's still pretty chilly, wear some uggs! They look super hott with a skirt, the style says unique. Btw, try rolling up your skirt a teeny-tiny bit so it makes it flare out a little giving it some style instead of just plain knee-lenght granny style lol. Wear a pink scarf! (if you can) It'll make you stand out of the crowd. Add some clips to your hair(stlye your hair into something beautiful) Wear white and/or black pearl necklaces(which are in style)....Add bangles, or charm bracelts, a ring, and some cute earrings to match! There's so much to make a plain school uniform fabulous....you just gotta think unique and glamorous! Good Luck, Hope I Helped! ♥ -sEcReT gIrL
Reply:i say you sew your skirt so its not as long, and you where long white socks,(with merry janes) - thats so like in fashion right now girl. and some eyeshadow
Reply:Accessories! I’m hoping there is no rule against flair, because I suggest bangles, big rings, bamboo doorknocker earrings, and even broaches and pins!


Check out girlprops.com! The Website has tons of amazing jewelry for under $30. Also, pair bright-colored tight or frilly ankle socks with some Mary Janes — think Alicia Silverstone in Clueless.





Don’t forget a great tote! Try something with a different texture, like studded or plaid!
Reply:Hello there!


Why don't you try on some suspenders?


Wear them up or wear them down- they look kool either way!





or maybe you could change you hair color or somthing?



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I need help organizing my closet asap!?

hi i need help with my closet asap. i wanna get it done by new years, and i wont have much time tomorrow. its filled with books, clothes, bags, uniforms, boxes, shoes etc. its a 5.5x6 foot closet. one wall has a shelf up high that i cant really reach and the other shelf is closer down. the other wall has a shelf thats kind of in the middle.


heres what it looks like when you first walk in: http://tinypic.com/view.php?pic=8fl8msk%26amp;...


i know: scary.


heres one side (two shelves):


http://tinypic.com/view.php?pic=6psml8p%26amp;...


heres the other (one shelf):


http://tinypic.com/view.php?pic=6lv5zwh%26amp;...





other:


i have two wall hanging things like for shoes or accessories and i also have 2 metal bins and 5 wicker ones.

I need help organizing my closet asap!?
You have a great closet with lots of room! It appears to be relatively empty, except for what is on the floor. My suggestion would be to hang all the clothes that you have on the floor. Place the clear boxes onto the shelves and label them. Get rid of the bottles and "especially the candle". Please don't keep that it there. You may forget about it and some of your items could be flammable. If you need a scent, add some cedar chips or fill some cheese cloth with lavender. It frightens me to see that candle there.





Sort out what you don't want, label everything, and place a two step stool in there so that you can reach your higher items. Only put things higher up that you don't use frequently. It should take you no more than 1 or 2 hours. You can do it! Put on some energizing music because no one likes to clean their closet. How about Mariah Carey's "Conga? Feel the beat? Thanks for reminding me and motivating me.





I love your hounds tooth robe by the way. :-) Great sense of style. Happy New Year!
Reply:well go through all your cloths and pick out the ones you cant not wear or don't want and give them to good will.Why not put all your shoes in a shoe wrack or bin.Take all your books and put on your shelf,Go through those also and give away the ones you can't wear or don't want.



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Tell me something you keep a shoe box?

other than shoes.

Tell me something you keep a shoe box?
A diorama.
Reply:Weed paraphernalia
Reply:Negatives of pictures.
Reply:Tax Receipts
Reply:small scraps of paper and pencils
Reply:Hot Wheels in one


Ticket stubs in another, NHL, NFL, Concerts, Circle Line from NYC,
Reply:Pictures that need to be put in a scrapbook.
Reply:Old pictures of the kids.
Reply:-sea shells and rocks that I've gathered from distant shores


-nativity sets (I love nativity sets!)


-scraps of lace (I love little bits of lace!)


-old floppy disks full of pics (thankfully my laptop has a floppy drive)
Reply:I keep a fan made of feathers that I carry in the Dance Circle at Native American Pow Wows.
Reply:my tortoise when he's hibernating... he's small, so fits in there perfectly :)
Reply:All my joint ingredients
Reply:Memories from high school and junior high, notes, things guys have gave me, pictures me and my friends have drawn....etc.
Reply:old love letters. ;)
Reply:All my hopes and dreams, and a new pair of shoes with the brown paper still stuffed in them
Reply:Pictures and old jewelry.
Reply:i keep extra stuff I have. like if i buy something that is a real good deal (razors for ex!!!) I have the extras in there in my closet!
Reply:CD collection
Reply:Photographs, negatives, scraps of poems/lyrics that never flushed out, momentos of cloth/buttons/badges that have meaning for me....just that kind of thing.
Reply:pictures
Reply:My letters from my first love


Old pictures


A collection of costume jewelry from the 90's


Receipts





And oh yes the questionable pics I had taken by my bf when I was 19.......





our secret...



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Cat problems! Help?

My wife and I adopted a wonderful cat from a rescue society. His name is Truman and is a wonderful pet. He only sleeps on his back, likes to play in water and is very affectionate. We love him to death!


We've had him for 2 1/2 months now and some problems are starting to arise. Despite using Bitter Apple and Bitter Yuck, he eats the plants. We even used a hot pepper spray and he STILL eats the plants. Not only that, he is digging and eating the dirt the plants are growing in, despite more spray and slices of habanero pepper.


To top it all off, he has started to chew on cords and cables all over the house, the lamp shades, boxes, shoes and anything else he can get his mouth on.


And before you ask, NO, HE IS NOT TEETHING!





This cannot continue. We cannot go around the house every morning and evening unplugging and putting away all electronics, shoes, plants, boxes and everything else.





Any suggestions on what we can do? We love him and do not want to return him to the society!

Cat problems! Help?
I take it that dental problems of any kind have been eliminated by a vet?





Is he an indoor only cat? It sounds as though he might be bored, and in his search for something to amuse himself, he is inadvertently getting into mischief.





For the chewing problem, there are a few things that you can try to break the habit;





* I know this may not be easy, but wherever possible you need to deny him any access to those items that she's chewing. Buy some trunking to cover cables and electrical wires.





* The items that you cannot store away, put eucalyptus or menthol oil on them. Cats hate the smell. You can also leave "bait" pieces of cable or an old shoe on which a few drops of menthol or oil of eucalyptus have been rubbed, this deterrent will often reform the most ardent chewers. Sometimes denial for a couple of weeks causes the behaviour to stop.





* Shouting at the cat or squirting water at him when you catch him in the act, isn't advised as you may just find he resorts to chewing these items in secret or when you are not there. Instead use a favourite toy or food treat to distract him and focus his attention elsewhere.





* If it's the chewing sensation that he enjoys, then try providing him with tough chunks of meat to eat. This means he will have to spend more time focused on eating his meal.





Cats like digging in soft soil. Place small pebbles or stones over the soil and he won't be able to access it any more. Cats need to eat grass from time to time for health reasons (stomach ache etc), so providing him with his own pot of cat grass may keep him off your others.





If he is an indoor only cat, would you consider allowing him outside for brief periods, either under your supervision or on a harness? If he were allowed outside this will further his level of mental stimulation and will reduce the importance of home for activity. Make sure you set aside time each day strictly for playing games with him so as to focus his attention on things other than chewing. There is a theory that for some cats, an early interest in playing with cables or string has developed into predatory handling, the end sequence of which is to consume the prey. (Some cats make the mental leap straight from stalking to consumption). Try interactive toys, such as those that dangle off the end of a wandstick as they will keep him physically and mentally fit. They're ideal toys for playing the hunting games that cats really enjoy like chasing and leaping up high. If you and your wife are away from the home a lot due to work or other commitments, you might want to consider adopting a companion cat as a play mate for him. The web site below will give you advice on how to introduce the two of them.





http://www.tulsa-animalshelter.org/tips/...





There is a condition known as Pica (craving for non-edible items) which is most commonly experienced by pregnant women, but cats can suffer from this too. Keep an eye on your cat to ensure that he doesn't progress from simply chewing to actually eating household items. The web article below gives further information on this subject.





.http://www.vmth.ucdavis.edu/home/beh/fel...





I hope these suggestions help. Good luck.
Reply:We locked up all our plants in one room and closed the door. (just remember to water them) They also make little covers that go over wires...you can get them at Radio Shack I think or at least ask them where you can get them. Good luck!


ALSO CHECK OUT THIS WEB SITE ABOUT WIRE COVERS


Here is a list of plants poisonous to cats


Almond (Pits of)


Aloe Vera


Alocasia


Amaryllis


Apple (seeds)


Apple Leaf Croton


Apricot (Pits of)


Arrowgrass


Asparagus Fern


Autumn Crocus


Avacado (fuit and pit)


Azalea


Baby's Breath


Baneberry


Bayonet


Beargrass


Beech


Belladonna


Bird of Paradise


Bittersweet


Black-eyed Susan


Black Locust


Bleeding Heart


Bloodroot


Bluebonnet


Box


Boxwood


Branching Ivy


Buckeyes


Buddist Pine


Burning Bush


Buttercup





Cactus, Candelabra


Caladium


Calla Lily


Castor Bean


Ceriman


Charming Dieffenbachia


Cherry (pits, seeds %26amp; wilting leaves)


Cherry, most wild varieties


Cherry, ground


Cherry, Laurel


Chinaberry


Chinese Evergreen


Christmas Rose


Chrysanthemum


Cineria


Clematis


Cordatum


Coriaria


Cornflower


Corn Plant


Cornstalk Plant


Croton


Corydalis


Crocus, Autumn


Crown of Thorns


Cuban Laurel


Cutleaf Philodendron


Cycads


Cyclamen





Daffodil


Daphne


Datura


Deadly Nightshade


Death Camas


Devil's Ivy


Delphinium


Decentrea


Dieffenbachia


Dracaena Palm


Dragon Tree


Dumb Cane





Easter Lily *


Eggplant


Elaine


Elderberry


Elephant Ear


Emerald Feather


English Ivy


Eucalyptus


Euonymus


Evergreen





Ferns


Fiddle-leaf fig


Florida Beauty


Flax


Four O'Clock


Foxglove


Fruit Salad Plant





Geranium


German Ivy


Giant Dumb Cane


Glacier IvyGolden Chain


Gold Dieffenbachia


Gold Dust Dracaena


Golden Glow


Golden Pothos


Gopher Purge





Hahn's Self-Branching Ivy


Heartland Philodendron


Hellebore


Hemlock, Poison


Hemlock, Water


Henbane


Holly


Honeysuckle


Horsebeans


Horsebrush


Horse Chestnuts


Hurricane Plant


Hyacinth


Hydrangea





Indian Rubber Plant


Indian Tobacco


Iris


Iris Ivy





Jack in the Pulpit


Janet Craig Dracaena


Japanese Show Lily *


Java Beans


Jessamine


Jerusalem Cherry


Jimson Weed


Jonquil


Jungle Trumpets





Kalanchoe





Lacy Tree Philodendron


Lantana


Larkspur


Laurel


Lily


Lily Spider


Lily of the Valley


Locoweed


Lupine





Madagascar Dragon Tree


Marble Queen


Marigold


Marijuana


Mescal Bean


Mexican Breadfruit


Miniature Croton


Mistletoe


Mock Orange


Monkshood


Moonseed


Morning Glory


Mother-in Law's Tongue


Morning Glory


Mountain Laurel


Mushrooms


Narcissus


Needlepoint Ivy


Nephytis


Nightshade





Oleander


Onion


Oriental Lily *





Peace Lily


Peach (pits and wilting leaves)


Pencil Cactus


Peony


Periwinkle


Philodendron


Pimpernel


Plumosa Fern


Poinciana


Poinsettia (low toxicity)


Poison Hemlock


Poison Ivy


Poison Oak


Pokeweed


Poppy


Potato


Pothos


Precatory Bean


Primrose


Privet, Common





Red Emerald


Red Princess


Red-Margined Dracaena


Rhododendron


Rhubarb


Ribbon Plant


Rosemary Pea


Rubber Plant





Saddle Leaf Philodendron


Sago Palm


Satin Pothos


Schefflera


Scotch Broom


Silver Pothos


Skunk Cabbage


Snowdrops


Snow on the Mountain


Spotted Dumb Cane


Staggerweed


Star of Bethlehem


String of Pearls


Striped Dracaena


Sweetheart Ivy


Sweetpea


Swiss Cheese plant





Tansy Mustard


Taro Vine


Tiger Lily *


Tobacco


Tomato Plant (green fruit, stem and leaves)


Tree Philodendron


Tropic Snow Dieffenbachia


Tulip


Tung Tree





Virginia Creeper





Water Hemlock


Weeping Fig


Wild Call


Wisteria





Yews --


e.g. Japanese Yew


English Yew


Western Yew


American Yew
Reply:Sounds like you need to buy him his own furniture. He needs something that is HIS and only his to chew on and destroy. He's bored. VERY bored, lol. Try one of these.... they are not that expensive and you can customize by tying lots of dangley things to it. That outta keep him occupied!





Every time you see him tearing something up, just pick him up and put him on one of these kitty towers. He'll understand that this thing is HIS and he will be a lot less bored.
Reply:Buy a cat kennel and put him in it when you are not able to keep him supervised...ex: at night, when ya'll leave the house etc..etc. He will get used to it and ya'll can be worry free when he is in the kennel.. Good luck!!
Reply:First, you can start out by moving your plants to a place where he has no access to them. Then go to the pet store and buy him treats. Or this might sound weird but maybe you can get him a few dog toys that he can chew on. Try looking at some of this stuff: http://www.petsmart.com/global/search/se...





Good luck!
Reply:Cats need other food in their system other than just cat food all the time, and often cats will eat plants and grass to assist with their digestion and keep their teeth sharp (teething has nothing to do with it, animals need to chew on things all the time to keep their teeth healthy). So, as much as you are trying to stop your cat from doing it, likely his body is screaming out for it and he needs something. What you can do is get a plant that grows quickly like an ivy where it doesn't really matter if he chews on it, the plant will always look nice. Go to pet stores and they also make products like pet grass (basically a non-impressive chiapet), that the cat can munch on. When I'm in a bind and can tell my cats are eating weird things (like they love to chew on plastic bags and do chew on wires, drives me nuts), I put out cat grass or even some of my guinea pigs hey cause at least it's edible.





Other reasons cats chew things they shouldn't: cause they know it gets your attention. Cause they don't have enough toys to chew on and play with. I am constantly buying cat toys cause my cats just go through them, or sometimes they are chewing on wires because they can't find their toys or they got trapped.





If you want to have cats and pets in your life, then there are other things you'll have to give up. I own very few candles and plants for this specific reason. How you find your sanity sometimes is set up non-cat zones: rooms closed where the cats are not allowed or only allowed when you are home. In my home, this includes the room where I have my guinea pig and our bathrooms, and our family room.





So, choose. Cat or plants.
Reply:are you sure its a cat?
Reply:Clove oil works miracles! Instead of bitter apple, use clove oil.


Also, when he does that, tell him no and put him somewhere else to play.


Finally, my advice to you is to be patient. Cats up to a year of age are very energetic and naughty. After that, especially if neutered, the begin to be calmer and just lay around, instead of biting things.


Oh, and you can put a platsic wire mesh around the plants and/or on the soil of the plants.





Please keep the cat! He sounds adorable, and frankly these little cute mishaps are not so bad to rejext a cat. A cat is a responsibility for better and for worse, it's not an item you purchase and take it back if it is "defective". Plus, as i said, you can't find a cat who has no bad habits at all!





Oh, and have a look at the aspca.com list of poisonous plants, many of teh plants we have at home are toxic to cats, maybe you should get rid of some plants if he doesn't stop eating them.
Reply:US A SPRAY BOTTLE WITH A STREAM SETTING THEY GET THE HINT AFTER A COUPLE OF TIMES
Reply:Have you tried squirting him in the face with a water bottle when you catch him in the act? We used this method to keep our cats from scratching the furniture and from fighting with our dog. It only took a few times.


As far as the plants, you may need to put them up. One of our cats does the same thing, if we do have plants, we put them up on places he can't jump, other than that, we keep them out of the house.
Reply:Try getting him some of those "kitty greens" that he CAN chew on.. and get him toys and stuff he can chew on.. things that are oki for him. sounds like you've got one bored, attention-seeking cat. Whenever we got a cat, we'd get them in pairs.. to keep each other company. It always seemed to work. We had Tilly and Baby, Minnie and Pearl, etc. Also go to your local library, see if they have Cat Fancy or another cat magazine, and look in back issues, they often have Q's and A's about cat behavior in there. Hope this helps.
Reply:you've already said that the pepper spray does'nt work and all i can say is to go further. everytime you catch him chewing something show him what he has done ( as in put it up to his face.) and soak him in water. make sure to do this every single time you catch him in the act. Yes it will take a long time but I assure you if he doesn't like water he will not enjoy being soaked. I understand you love your cat and don't want to return him so continue doing this repetitively and hopefully he will get through this stage without causing you and your wife more trouble.


Hope this helps!



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What do you keep in shoe boxes?

Besides shoes?





Follow up question: How many people do you think will fail to read the details and answer with something along the lines of "Duh, shoes!" ?

What do you keep in shoe boxes?
we save our shoe boxes for the christmas boxes you send overseas....so nothing until christmas time, then lots of goodies!!
Reply:photos and letters
Reply:I have a shoelace collection from Junior High (1980) and I still have them all-- they fill one shoebox.
Reply:Anything small enough to fit!
Reply:I have kept cancelled check and check registers in shoe boxes....


I am sure a few will not read the entire question....
Reply:old letters
Reply:I dont remember what is in them!!!!!!
Reply:I keep my shoes in them and stack them up in my closet cuz I have so many.....
Reply:Years and years of photos that I need to put in an album someday.
Reply:Photos


Craft supplies


Cards


Ribbons and bows


Bugs-in the summer


Personal items





Oh, you will get a few "shoes" answers!
Reply:notes. beads. crayons. paper. pictures. keychains. phone numbers. =]
Reply:i throw them away thats just trashy to keep them
Reply:Audio and video tapes....
Reply:Rhett's "other" baseball cards (not the "good" ones). I've got lots of those. I also have Andy's Ninja Turtles and other action figures like Wolverine and some that I don't know their names. I'm seeing a pattern here though - I don't keep the girls Barbies in shoe boxes. They are nicely on their shelves. I clearly discriminate. ♥
Reply:pictures





im gonna say at least half
Reply:stuff...not shoes
Reply:collectibles,old letters, cards and otrher memrobilia
Reply:In shoe boxes I have small parts for my aquarium filters, et.al. impalers, intake tubes and cartridges!!
Reply:Not a damn thing! I throw shoe boxes away when I bring the shoes home because they're basically crap for storing things in. I have a closet organize-y thing-y for my shoes and proper photo boxes for the photos.


Most folks won't read your details and will answer dumb things about what's in their shoe boxes.
Reply:Nothing but my shoes.





Most people will not read your additional details.



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Is this a cute outfit?

It's starting to get cold. And I just bought this outfit today. Is it cute to wear to school tomorrow? =]





The shirt is EXACTLY like this,But its like a peach/orange color.


http://aero.imageg.net/graphics/product_...





With these pants. But the pants I bought were a darker color.


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And these shoes.


http://images2.solestruck.com/yellow-box...

Is this a cute outfit?
That's hot!
Reply:i dont like the sweatshirt its a weird color. everything else is ok tho
Reply:i guess, but with different shoes and pants. the sweater's cute. wear a cami under it.
Reply:YES for the shirt


YES for the pants


a definite NO%26gt;NO%26gt; for the shoes
Reply:yea its cute but i think that you should wear something other that sneakers something like skate shoes you know?? like VANS or DCs
Reply:oh yea deff.cute=]
Reply:yes it is.
Reply:If it's starting to get cold outside, I wouldn't wear those shoes. o.o;





But the rest is nice.. =]
Reply:yeah it is y u have skool 2morrow i dont its soppose to b a jewish holiday
Reply:Yes - diff shoes though
Reply:Yhea
Reply:ya its cute except i dont like the flip flops
Reply:OMG i have that same hoodie...and i love the outfit..mayba i will wear something similer =]
Reply:ok first the flip flops are not matching so much and the hoodie i kinda cute but not alot b/c its the color of yellow mustard


but try hollister or abercrombie
Reply:yes but i dont like the color of the shoes
Reply:if you're into the preppy look, sure
Reply:Looks good to me! Have a good day at school tomorrow!
Reply:the shirt and the pants are good but not the shoes. it will look weird. so find something like sneakers or flip flops that are more matching and cute.
Reply:heh .


go ahead blend in with the croud of preps.








..i dont like the shoes .


they just look cheap and have no form
Reply:Yes.
Reply:Great sense of style, but i think the flops dont match with the sweatshirt!!! :)
Reply:umm i inda dont lke the sandals but its only my taste


and uumm incase it gets warmer in the day... wear another shirt under the sweater





butt its really cute besides the sandals that just dont combine well with the clothes





wear some white or yellow shoes
Reply:UBER CUTE!!!!
Reply:CUTE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Reply:uhh no. nobody wears yellow.
Reply:it looks really weird
Reply:Like the outfit, but id wear a light shirt underneath, not a huge fan on the shoes, but they're cute!
Reply:THAT IS CUTE (EXCEPT FOR THE SHOES)



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Where can I get shoe boxes to store math supplies at school? Not plastic; they cost too much.?

I don't want to ask parents as I want them before school starts. Teachers already ask parents to buy too much stuff. I am not going to buy 10 pair of shoes. Shoe stores won't give them away- I've tried. Any ideas?

Where can I get shoe boxes to store math supplies at school? Not plastic; they cost too much.?
Do you have a Cato clothing store in your area? I was just there yesterday and they were getting in a shippment of shoes. They put their shoes out on a rack and throw the boxes away. I'm sure they would give you what they had if you told them it was for a school. Good luck. Also maybe try a Doller General/Family Dollar type of store. Sometimes they sell the plastic ones in packs of 3 for $2.
Reply:Even going to a dollar store and paying a dollar is too much? Wal Mart sells these type boxes for even less than a dollar. Plastic. Long lasting. Great for storage and stacking. Space saving in your classroom, too. Otherwise you can spend a lot and time and gas driving around trying to get your donations from shoe stores I suppose. How do you want to make the best use of your few days of summer left before teaching?
Reply:Well, most parents buy their kids new shoes for school, so if you wait, you could get some from parents. Have you tried asking employees at walmart? My local walmart has been very supportive of needs for my classroom.



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Shoe storage boxes...please help!!!!?

Hi


Does anyone know anywhere in Ireland or a website where I can get clear shoe storage boxes....They have to be inexpensive to!! (Quite a lot of shoes!!!)

Shoe storage boxes...please help!!!!?
http://www.theclearbox.com/theclearbox.h...
Reply:Try http://www.divaemporium.com.au they have different types at different prices and they ship anywhere. I've got quite a few of their boxes and they are incredibly helpful and fast!
Reply:Try alibaba.com





http://www.alibaba.com/trade/search?Type...
Reply:www.vivaladiva.com have some really good clear plastic shoe boxes and they are amazing! Not only protecting your shoes but you can still identify each pair without having to rifle through loads of box lids cringe!


Hope this helps!
Reply:Is there a Target or Walmart in Ireland? I buy the rubbermaid boxes that are clear for $1.00 and put all my shoes in them. They stack well too so my closet stays organized.



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Do you think they should stop making cardboard boxes other than for shipping?

I was watching a recycling program and I started thinking why do we need shoe boxes, toy toxes, candy boxes, hat boxes, boxes in boxes for bulk food boxing and so many other types of boxes. Don't you think that would save more trees and cause less trash? Tell me what you think and would you buy shoes, gum, candy, etc. without a box?

Do you think they should stop making cardboard boxes other than for shipping?
all good answers above but heres a good thing to think about- senerio----


you own a logging company to produce products such as paper and cardboard. you own 500,000 acres of trees. you cut down mature trees of 100,000 acres of trees. this profit you make from them lasts 15 years. it takes 15 years for a tree to grow before you cut them for your product. what do you do to keep your company going? PLANT MORE TREES!!!. to many people think that if you cut down a tree, you can't plant another tree. wood is a renewable resourse and logging companies know what there doing. keep cardboard. it's great!
Reply:Less packaging is a great way to go. Unfortunately packaging is necessary in many instances - it allows items to be protected during shipping and to be stacked either for shipping or for inventory. It is over used in some cases just for the advertising of the contents (especially in children's toys).





The compromise is to use as little as possible - use post consumer recycled waste to make the packaging boxes - and make sure to recycle it when done with it.
Reply:What makes you think that products would be packaged in boxes if there weren't a need for it? Manufactureers are in business to make as much money as possible, not waste it on useless packaging.





Cardboard and corrugated board protect the product from physical damage, contamination, spoilage, pilferage -- all sorts of things. Not too shabby for a product that uses very little virgin fibre and can be reused or recycled.
Reply:Well, I think that they should recycle the boxes and use other materials too to help make up the boxes (such as paper, for example) so that way less waste goes into landfills. And I would definitely buy shoes, gum, candy, and so on without a box. I mean, I have before, so I wouldn't mind doing it again.





But if people were using them to move....well, I think that they should still use recycled and recycable boxes.
Reply:Definitely not...!


1. they are made of natural products, wood and recycled paper.


2. They will disintegrate within a very short time, unlike plastics which can take up to 300 years or more in some instances.


So let's do away with Plastics instead......!


Paper bags instead of cardboard boxes would also help.


Thanks for CARING...
Reply:I THINK YOU HAVE NOTHING ELSE TO DO, EXCEPT TRY AND UPSET THE APPLE CART. BOXES ARE GOOD AND RECYCLEABLE
Reply:no!! what will people use to move to a different house


peole will need to use cardboard boxes for different things other than shopping
Reply:No, they should make a lot more.
Reply:no they should just use recycled boxes



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