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Light Cherry Cheese CakeTo make your own toppings take fruit such as pineapple or berries, add 1 tbsp of cornstarch, a little water if necessary, & heat until thick.
Ground Beef and RiceA really cheap and nutritious dinner.
Coffee Grounds for Fire AntsTo kill those pesky fire ants use coffee grounds. Don't throw away those used coffee grounds after you perk that pot. Place in a plastic bag and save them.
Wait to Wash the LettuceLettuce keeps better if you store it in the refrigerator without washing it. Keep the leaves dry. Wash lettuce the day you are going to use it.
By Peggy
Use Wood, Glass or China for SaladDo not use metal bowls when mixing salads. Use wood, glass or china.
By Peggy
New Use for a Baby Changing TableHere is a way to recycle and reuse your old baby dressing table. They make perfect storage for your laundry room. On the shelves you can put your laundry supplies and a plastic bin for mis-matched socks.
Granny Square CheckerboardWith leftover yarn create enough squares to make a checkerboard. Save and clean cat food cans or tuna fish cans (enough for 2 sets of checkers). Paint cans first with primer.
Crochet Baby Changing PadThis is a nice gift to include with a diaper bag and the dimensions can be made to fit rolled up into the new diaper bag or it can be used as a stand alone gift.
Mushroom Buying TipBuy mushrooms before they "open". When stems and caps are attached firmly, mushroom are truly fresh.
By Peggy
Halloween Pumpkin Dyed EggsReal cute to serve on Halloween morning at breakfast and for school lunches. My own idea!
Baby LullabiesYou can download many baby lullabies and classic music off the internet and make a custom CD for the baby too be played at nap time or bedtime. Also many sites have children's Audio Books that can be made into a bedtime Cd for older children.
By Debra in Colorado
Remedy for Over Salted GravyDo not despair if you over salt gravy. Stir in some instant mashed potatoes to repair the damage. Just add a little more liquid in order to offset the thickening.
By Peggy
Looking for Cloth Angel Wings?I saw some angel Christmas ornaments that had cloth wings. They came in different sizes. I would like to make some other angel items and would like to use these cloth wings for them. I asked the women if she would tell me where she got them and she wouldn't tell me.
Need Christmas Gift and Other Ideas?For several years now, when I do an internet search for "Homemade Gift Ideas". I come to your site, and see all the great ideas, like Jar, or basket gifts etc.
Uses for Film Canisters?Ideas for reusing film canisters.
Problem with Cakes?I want to know the tips about cakes. My problem is the volume of the cake is decreasing after the cake is removed from the oven and when it is cooled. Also the middle of the upper portion is not getting baked. Please reply or give suggestion.
Editor's Note: This was sent in from a reader in India
Need Frugal Computer Buying Help?My computer has died. Right now, I am going to the library to check my mail. I don't have much money to buy a new one. So far the best deal
Joining Grannie Squares?I need directions for joining small granny squares for a childs poncho. (5 or 6 inch squares)
