Q: Is there any place in Atlanta where I can buy loop potholders? What I've found online are mainly the materials to make the potholders myself — not going to happen. Thank you for any help you can give me. — C. McCabe, Atlanta
A: Looping potholders wouldn't be high on my list of things to do, either. I found two excellent sources for your old-fashioned potholders. Locally, you can find what you're looking for at Ten Thousand Villages, 1056 St. Charles Ave., Atlanta, 404-892-5307. This fair trade store is filled with artisan-crafted items from around the world — everything from jewelry to hand-made papers. Here, you'll find Village Sari Hot Mats from Bangladesh. These, heavy duty, tightly woven mats or potholders, are made from recycled cotton sari cloth. A set of three multi-colored mats sells for $16. You can take a look at www.tenthousandvillages.com under the tabletop category. And if you want even more choices, check out www.etsy.com and you'll uncover a slew of hand-made loop pot holders in a wide variety of styles and colors with prices starting at around $2.50.
Q: Where can I find liquid Mylanta? I have not been able to find it for a couple of years. Nothing works better for my occasional heartburn. Thank you. — Bob Bilbrough, Gainesville
A: Bob, this is a popular request, so you’re not alone in your search. Readers regularly ask about Mylanta liquid, so I’m happy to address the case of the missing antacid. While some Mylanta products, such as the tablets, are still found in stores, Mylanta liquid is still unavailable as a result of a recall and, according to a company representative, there’s no date when it will be available again. Finding a substitute liquid antacid that works for you seems in order.
Q: I'm trying to find two hot sauces, but I'd be happy if you could locate even one of them for me. The first is Hula Girl green, and the other one is Iguana brand. It doesn't matter which flavor because I love them all. Hope you have good luck finding these because I sure haven't. Thanks. — Dave Tucker, Atlanta
A: Dave, if you’re looking for unusual hot sauces, or if you want to find a place that stocks a huge variety, then look no further than David’s Produce and Country Store, 3561 Lavista Road, Decatur, 404-325-0709. I found Hula Girl green jalapeno hot sauce in a 5-ounce bottle for $5.99. And you’re extra lucky, because the store also stocks several flavors of Iguana pepper sauces, with prices starting at $4.99.
Q: Could you please locate Rembrandt mouthwash for me? It's really a super good mouthwash. It's cool, tastes good and is really just so much better than any other mouthwash. I will forever be grateful if you could locate it. — Marguerite Smith, Loganville
A: The good news is that Rembrandt mouthwash is still available. Unfortunately, none of the pharmacies I spoke with stocked it, nor could they order the mouthwash, although they carry the toothpaste. However, you can call the Rembrandt Boutique, 800-421-1223, and order it and have it delivered to your home. A 16-ounce bottle costs $7.49. For more information on the mouthwash, or to order online, check out www.rembrandtboutique.com.
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