November 5, 2012

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Cowboy Beans RecipesThis page contains cowboy beans recipes. These sweet, hearty beans are great on a camping trip.

 

Top down view of decorated pumpkin.

Thanksgiving Gift IdeasThis page contains Thanksgiving gift ideas. Sometimes bringing your host a little something special is in order.

 

Homemade Drain Cleaners

Homemade Drain CleanersThis page is about homemade drain cleaners. There are common household products that can make a safe drain cleaner.

 

Antsin a Vegetable Garden

Getting Rid of Ants in a Vegetable Garden?This page is about getting rid of ants in a vegetable garden. Ants eat some plants and are notorious for farming aphids in the garden.

 

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Getting Rid of Pet OdorsThis page is about getting rid of pet odors. Keeping your friend's smells under control can sometimes be a challenge.

 

A clothing tag that reads 100% polyester.

Cleaning Polyester ClothingThis page is about cleaning polyester clothing. This popular synthetic fabric holds it's shape well, and requires little ironing.

 

Shark Costume for a Baby

Making a Shark Costume for a BabyThis page is about making a shark costume for a baby. A very, cute costume can be made for even our smallest costume party participants.

 

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Remedies for Rashes Caused by Plants?This page is about remedies for rashes caused by plants. There are a number of plants in the wild and the garden that can cause skin irritation.

 

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Using Online Recycling GroupsThis page is about using online recycling groups. A great idea for people to connect, help each other, and keep many useable items out of the landfill.

 

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Getting Rid of Mice Without Poison?This page is about getting rid of mice without poison. Whether you use cats or traps, there are ways to control a rodent invasion.

 

Silk flowers.

Cleaning Silk Flowers, Swags and WreathsThis page is about cleaning silk flowers, swags and wreaths. Dusty artificial flowers and greenery need special care when removing the dirt.

 

Colorful Christmas Tree Cookies Read to be Baked

Christmas Baking Tips and TricksThis page contains Christmas baking tips and tricks. A tradition for this winter holiday is many, yummy baked treats.

 

Children at Thanksgiving Dinner

Celebrating Thanksgiving With ChildrenThis page is about celebrating Thanksgiving with children. Family traditions for this American holiday are carried on by sharing with our children.

 

Articles

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Making Paper from Shredded PaperI shred a lot of documents and I reuse the paper by making my own paper.

 

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Using Patty Paper as Tracing Paper for CraftsI was looking for some tracing paper in my art supplies to make tracings of quilt applique templates and other drawings to create some felt leaves for a project.

 

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History of Posts on ThriftyFunA while ago I posted something on thriftyfun.com that I had written about a dog I had trained and I just wanted to reread it.

 

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Save Tomatoes From RestaurantsIf you hate the tomato on your burger from the fast food restaurant, bring it home, wash it, and freeze it in a ziplock bag. When you cook spaghetti sauce, throw it in as part of the tomato paste.

 

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Cut Scouring Pads Into QuartersI got tired of throwing a scouring pad away because it rusted so quickly and annoyed that I had to keep buying new boxes. Now when I take one out of the box, I cut it into four pieces and use one piece at a time. It does the trick, and I get four times the use out of one pad.

 

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Spray Cleansers In BathroomWhen cleaning bathrooms, I spray cleansers. Let it set for 15 minutes then come back and scrub.

 

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10 Minute Tee Shirt SkirtYou can make a skirt in 10 minutes. You need a tee shirt big enough to fit over the hips, a pair of scissors, needle, and thread.

 

Questions

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What Breed is My Dog?I'm 99% sure my dog has Chihuahua in her, but don't know what other breed of dog or dogs that she has in her. She has black straight hair that just lays down on her body, but her legs, paws, and head is brown. Her face comes slightly to a point.

 

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Wrought Iron Theater Seats?I have 40 wrought and cast iron seats they are in 5 seat units with wooden armrest and seats are padded. Is there a market for such and if so what are estimated values?

 

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Pot Stuck in China Casserole Dish?How do I remove an aluminum saucepan stuck in a china casserole dish?

 

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Value of Book of Knowledge?I have a complete set of The Book of Knowledge Childrens Encyclopedia, 1911 copyright. It has a cloth cover and is in average condition. It came with Parents and Teachers guide.

 

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Suitable Name for an Accountant's Office?I am looking for a name for an accountancy practice that is growing in the Berkshire area.

 

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Removing Sap from Awning?How do you remove pine sap from RV awnings?

 

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Making a Pom Pom Pillow Top?I have finished wrapping the yarn onto the square board with the nails, I can't remember how to cut the four corners. Please help.

 

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Substitute for Corn Syrup?In a recipe for baked french toast, 2 Tbs. of corn syrup is needed in the topping which is in the bottom of the pan. Is there some substitution for the corn syrup?

 

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Information on American Eskimo/German Shepherd mix?I'm considering getting an American Eskimo/German Shepherd mix. Could anyone give me some information on this mixed breed?

 

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Freezing Pecan Pie?Can I freeze pecan pies after they are made, 3 weeks ahead of time?

 

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