1. When we think of decorating with silhouettes, it’s not just kids’ cute profiles we imagine, but our pooches, too. As Lisa says: “i would have a silhouette made of my jack russell terrier and put it beside the front door, opposite the side where he sits to watch traffic. That will give him something to bark at!” Click here to tell us what you would want a silhouette of, and you could win one in our giveaway!

2. Speaking of pets, we definitely love them more than anything else in our houses. You gave Mary great advice for her cat-damaged leather sofa. JulieKP wrote: “If you can stand it I would let the couch be what it is. You have a beautiful cat and even though your couch isn’t perfect it will always remind you of her. Memories are far better than any perfect couch.” Click here to read more (and feel free to offer more tips!).

3. Sometimes, an old cook can learn a new trick! As our contributor Holly Donaldson said: “I love finding out about doing things that we consider ‘second nature.’ Recently I changed the way I cook rice. Before, boiling, measuring, simmering waiting for the little holes…….. Now boiling water adding rice and draining. So simple and a ton better!!!!” Click here to read about a new way to cook pasta.

4. Thinking of selling stuff on eBay, here’s some advice. Allison says: “I just want to hit on the importance of PICTURES. No matter what you are selling, you can’t have too many pictures. They should be of the exact item you are selling (stock images always make me wonder what I’m really buying) and be taken in good light.” For more tips on selling your stuff on eBay, click here!

5. Like Greek style yogurt? Consider a D.I.Y. technique! Uyek says: “Making your own yogurt is so easy … and worthwhile! I make mine periodically in a big bowl in the oven (the pilot light in a gas oven is just warm enough). No special equipment required: pot, thermometer, ‘live’ yogurt for starter, milk, big bowl, warm spot.” Click here to read more about our new obsession.