Thoughts please. I would like to propose a new group and need

[Paper Roses]

at least 10 posters who think it is a good idea. I will then contact the powers that be and make the proposal.

Summary:

This group would combine ideas, helpful hints, answers to questions relating to "Around the House. (or any other title suitable).

It would combine some of the everyday questions and how-to's, what would you do if's and other topics that we all face as we live our lives. We have the DIY group as well as Frugal but they are generally directed toward major household projects and are fairly quiet.

I have had many times wondered where to put a general household post but there is no category. Any thought on how to establish a mission statement for this group would be appreciated.
I hope I have made the purpose clear. Chime in if you would.

Edited to add: this would not include Cooking and Baking. It could however, include tips about things like how to clean cast iron, what laundry soap is the best, how to catch mice in the house...general questions that have no category but relate in some way to our everyday lives.
OR any of your ideas.

[dipsydoodle]

1. Sounds a good idea

but may get lost here.

[Demoiselle]

2. Are we talking recipes? Cures for cleaning disasters? "Green" tips?

I like the idea but I'm stuck for a "mission statement." The best I can do for a title is
Home Improvements...Progressive Housekeeping. Actually I like "Liberal Housekeeping" better but that's probably just because I'm an old Democrat.

[electropop]

3. "Apply vinegar liberally..."

...but of course I do everything liberally...

[maddezmom]

7. and don't forget "baking soda, liberally"

as well as lemons and limes, they're not just for V&T's and G&T's!

[FSogol]

4. I always use Handymanwire. Their forums are excellent for home/gardening/DIY stuff.

http://www.handymanwire.com/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php

[maddezmom]

5. I'd support it, not sure I'd post much in it

as I'm still using my "Helpful Hints from Heloise" that I got for a shower present over 20 yrs ago. So I'm not one for giving tips but I love to read about them.

What are you thinking about for topics...alternative cleaning methods, food storage, home organizing, holiday ideas, etc?

[maddezmom]

6. oops, I was working on my post and had to step away for a bit

and see you've edited it. Sounds like a good idea.

[Paper Roses]

9. All of the above.

When it is not a topic for C&B, DIY, Frugal. Whatever suits anyone's fancy that does not have an existing category and somehow related to the way we live in and around the house.

Example: A few weeks ago, I posted in the C&B group about favorite dish soap. OK, not earth shattering but I do not have a dishwasher and I have allergies and rough hands. A lot of posters gave me good advice as to what to use.

Some time ago, a good bit of information was exchanged in C&B(I think) about cleaning porcelain bath fixtures. I never heard of Barkeepers Friend. I now use it and the area of my tub that I thought was worn is now nice and shinny. I had a calcium build-up at the water line and Barkeepers Friend removed it. Saved me a fortune because I thought I'd have to have the tub re-glazed.

[Dogtown]

8. Excellent idea.

This home-maker guy would post there.

[ChicagoSuz219]

10. I'M IN... I LOVE HOUSEHOLD HINTS... :-) nt

[laylah]

11. Terrific idea...

I'm all for it!

[Paper Roses]

12. Keep those ideas coming folks!

[AwakeAtLast]

13. It's a great suggestion

It could also be a good place to post helpful links. There is no way we all know every available link with useful information.

I think this would be a very useful group!

[proud2BlibKansan]

14. HInts from Heloise!

I miss that column in the newspaper. My grandmother used to read it to me when I was little. Our favorite was the lady who wrote in and said that when rain was forecasted she went out to her patio and turned the ashtrays over.

Seriously, good idea. Did you contact the admins FIRST? I made that mistake once when I wanted to start a group, They want to be emailed BEFORE you post your request.

[lizziegrace]

15. I'm all for it

:)

[annabanana]

16. Ah. . A "Honey-do list" group.

I like it.. There's always SOME damn thing acting up around this house.

[Shagbark Hickory]

17. Humans helping humans

in such a cruel, unforgiving world, the group you describe would be brilliant.

[NYC_SKP]

18. I support your proposal. Hints for home maintenance and repair and miscellany. nt