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Easy Crock Pot RavioliAn easy recipe to put together in the crockpot.
Hot Chocolate MixBy the way, a recent study by Cornell University said that hot chocolate is full of antioxidants -- more than red wine or tea. The study said that cocoa's antioxidants are almost two times stronger than red wine, two to three times stronger than green tea, and four to five times stronger than black tea, according to Science Daily. Antioxidants -- vitamins C and E and beta carotene -- are widely believed to fight cancer, heart disease, and aging. The key is "hot" chocolate. Apparently heat releases more of the antioxidants into the beverage.
Salt and Flour Finger PaintsEasy and non-toxic finger paint recipe.
Office Storage ContainersYou can make attractive office storage containers. Trim sturdy boxes to size and cover with a wallpaper border of library books. Makes your office area look neat and tidy and is great storage!
By Syd
Keeping the Counters Clean When BakingPut a 2 section piece of paper towel on the counter when you start to bake. If you spill anything, it all goes in the trash when you clean up. Mixing spoons and spatulas go on it, too.
Fixing PlacematsSeasonal plastic coated place mats, over time, have a tendency of curling around the edges. Take two place mats that match and put contact cement on both mats and let cement set up, then stick them together for a sturdy place mat that you would have normally tossed out.
Fabulous Dollar Section At TargetTarget stores in my area have just introduced a fabulous dollar section, filled with tons of cute, inexpensive items that would make great stocking stuffers or Secret Santa gifts. For those looking to be especially thrifty this season, this new section is a great bargain. Normally you're hard-pressed to find a dollar section with high-quality merchandise, but Target's goes above and beyond expectations.
By Ashley
How To Limit Holiday Buying Impulse and Recover Lost MoneyRegular Buying on Impulse will skyrocket any type of Money management system. If you are one of those shoppers who finds, too often, that items you don't need have just followed you home from the store, then you're one of many millions of people who have the "Impulse Buying Syndrome".
Keep Fresh Green Peppers LongerThis is my tip for storing a partially used green pepper (or even red or yellow).
Cute Peanut Butter Snowman TreatsThis is so simple but so good. My family expects it every year. Spread peanut butter between two buttery round crackers (I use Ritz) and dip into melted white chocolate or white candy coating. Place on wax paper until set. I put several peanut butter and crackers together first, then start dipping.
Making Your Own MagnetsMake your own magnets with cute sayings or whatever, then laminate them in small laminating machine. It was rather cheap at a craft store on sale. Then use old magnetic business card magnets that we all get.
Garbage Bag On OvenAttach a plastic grocery bag to the door of the oven. Just slide one side on door. Then put garbage or recycling in it while you're cooking in the kitchen.
Tree Decorations the Kids Can MakeIn so many homes Christmas decorating is taken entirely away from the children. Here are some ideas if you and your children would like to make some decorations (and memories) for your tree.
Easy Alcohol and Vinegar DisinfectantKeep an empty soap pump bottle by the sink full of 1 part vinegar to 1 part alcohol. This is a multi-use pump for disinfecting hands, freshening sponges after using them and cleaning the counter tops and rinsing out the sink when through with dishes.
By Racer
Storing Blocks of CheeseTo store partial blocks of cheese, which were originally purchased in a sealed plastic package: Wrap the remaining cheese, first in old fashioned waxed paper, then in foil.
DONATE A PHONE - Recycling Cell PhonesDONATE A PHONE® program recycles used wireless phones to help the environment and raise funds for a variety of charities. Most phones are resold as economical alternatives to new phones. The rest are safely recycled in accordance with all applicable U.S. environmental regulations. Go to http://www.wirelessfoundation.org to find out more! By Chell
Glidden Paint SelectorTo help select paint colors for your home, visit
http://www.glidden.com/glbTST_n/NUSGLI/ColorAtHome/cd_whatis.jsp , then select the Color Selector button (just below top image). This will bring up a new page which shows all the Glidden colors and their names. You can add colors to your Color Palette, and thus see them next to one another.
By Darren
Quick Stove Clean UpFor a quick clean up of the stove handles/knobs, wipe with white distilled vinegar it is a natural degreaser and works great.
By Kim Vazquez
Floppy Disk OrganizationIf you are still using floppys like I am and store them in a floppy box, you can't see what's on the floppy unless you take it out of the box. Using a black Sharpie, write on the metal edge.
Bathroom Night LightPut a night light in the bathroom and you won't have to turn on the lights if you get up during the night.
Dry Feet TipMoisturize your feet and put socks on overnight. As you sleep and your pores open you will absorb the moisture and retain it.
The next day your feet will feel very soft.
By Mari
Reusing Empty Insulin BottlesMy hubby is a diabetic and takes insulin. I save all the small empty bottles from the test strips and the caps from the needles. I use the bottles for pins, beads anything crafty.
Stand Up For YourselfI used to think after the fact, about all of the intelligent answers I could have used when people were impolite or ignorant to me. I never had a problem being there for someone else though.
Repairing Resin Chairs?I have several resin (plastic) chairs that are cracked. Does anyone know of a method or product to repair them?
RC from PA
Painting Gold Earrings?I have lots of old cheap gold earrings. I would like to find a way to paint them. I used gold spray paint but that only lasts for a few days and the jewelry started to have an funny smell, kind of like rusty. Can you advise me on what would be good to use. Also I did not know if I should Use some type of sealant.
Remove Rust From Inside Antique Tea Kettle?I purchased an antique metal tea kettle and it is lined with rust and sediment inside. Any ideas of how to remove this? Thank you,
Kirk
Problem With Neighbor - My Dog's Life is in Danger!I have never gotten along with the renter next door for one reason or another. But, now, he has taken his cruelty out on something else - my dog! He is purposely leaving chicken bones in his backyard to attract my dog over, hoping that she will choke on one of them! How horrible is that? I have no idea what to do, it's not like it's against the law, so I really can't call the police, but something needs to be done or my dog might choke on one of these bones! But, please keep in mind this guy hates me with a passion and will do anything to hurt me or my dogs! Please help quick! Thank you!
Kelly
Looking for Inexpensive Shelves and Dresser?I need bedroom shelves and dresser for my granddaughter's room. I don't have very much money and want to surprise her for Christmas. I am raising her and she is nine years old. I live in northwest section of Tucson. Any suggestions? Thank you.
Question About Using Vinegar In The Kitchen?I am a big fan of natural, non-toxic cleaners such as baking soda and vinegar. My question is, can you use vinegar to kill germs? For example, would vinegar be sufficient to kill germs from raw meat on your counter? Also, I am assuming that vinegar is totally non-toxic - please let me know if this is not correct! Thanks.
Ann in Mint Hill
Printing a Recipe Book Cheaply?I am trying to put together a recipe book for a family reunion. Does anyone know a company that would print them for a low cost?
Switzerland Christmas Cookies?Could someone please help me find this recipe. My mother used to make it for me back in the late 70s early 80s.
What Should We Put in Hospital Goodie Bags?I am taking my children to visit children in the hospital. I would like suggestions of FRUGAL ideas for goodie bags that my children may hand out to those in the hospital. I am on a very tight budget but believe in teaching my children the importance of thinking of others-- this time of year kids often want, want, want! And I want them to realize the needs of others.
Any suggestion would be very welcomed. - Lisa
Removing Decoupage From Table?I recently bought a wooden farm type kitchen table. The previous owner started a decoupage project on the base and quit 1/2 way through. Is there a simple way to remove this? Susan O
