My Frugal Life: Healing on the Oregon Coast
Thank you for sharing your heart warming story and beautiful photos. My life changing accident was back in 1999. To me, nothing is more peaceful than a sunset or sunrise.Being at a beach or a calm lake is a bonus. God Bless.
Keeping Field Mice Out of a Camper?
I guess everyone is fearful of something. Me,Im petrified of mice and rats. Awhile back someone on here posteduse peppermint oil. Since putting peppermint oil on cotton balls in several locations I have had no more mice! I still leave a trap or two but nothing...
Finding a Family Circle 4th of July Decoration from the 1980s?
Try logging onto the Family Circle site and see if they have an archives section.If not see if theres acontact uslink and leave a message.
Chocolate Heath Trifle
As a chocoholic I will try this. Here in NC I can buy a bag ofHeathtoffee bits.Just like a bag of chocolate chips.It would probably be cheaper than buying separate candy bars. Thanks for sharing. Keeper
Fresh Summer Vegetable Soup with Pasta
You sure know how to make me drool. With the heat and humidity in the mid 90s here Ill put this away for our winter months. Thanks for another winner Julia.
My Frugal Life: Clothing Is Fabric
What a wonderful reminder of what we have at hand and so often these days, overlook. I also save buttons, zippers, lace/trim and fabric. My stash will probably outlive me! : ) Thank you for sharing a wonderful story.
Julia's Macaroni Salad
This would hit the spot right about now. Have fork, will travel LOL. Thanks for another winner.
Scenery: Sunset (Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada)
This is the most beautiful photo Ive seen posted to Thrifty Fun. Thank you so much for sharing it.
Decorate With Vintage Mirrors
I love anything vintage.This is a great tip for using what I have. Thanks for sharing.
Beef Teriyaki
Yummy. Another mouth watering recipe. Do you have on for Pepper steak? Thanks again. Keeper
Using Dark or Light Baking Pans
Weather it be a yard sale or thrift store Im always on the lookout for good old fashion cake/pie pans or cookie sheets. Another great tip.Keep em coming!.Thanks for sharing. Keeper
How to Grow Lily-of-the-Valley
Thank you for bringing back childhood memories. Coming home from grade school Id always pick Lily of the Valley and Lilacs to bring home for my Mom. Next Spring, for sure, Ill plant some.
European Equivalent of and Stick of Butter?
Lorraine,here is a helpful conversion chart I found for you: http://www.convert-me.com/en/convert/cooking. I have friends in the UK that I mailed U.S.measuring spoons and cups that turned out to be very helpful to. Hope this helps.
Mockingbird
I have to agree with Lilac.Nothing deserves to be shot with a pellet gun.In most cases it only injures an animal. IMHO the only reason for killing an animal is if its rabid or attacking another animal or human.
Sun Through the Fog (Colfax, LA)
Wow. I agree with knitter926.I just kept staring at your photo. I find great joy in starting my day with the sun rising and ending it with the sun setting. As PookaRina put itlovely everyday miracles. Thanks for sharing with us, Keeper
Vintage Photo Father's Day Card
Just the other day I found a photo of my Dad holding me on a 1946 Ford.Although my Dad is no longer living this is a great idea for my scrape book. Thanks for the easy to follow directions and including thephotoscapedownload. Keeper North Carolina, USA
Cleaning Grease Buildup on Kitchen Cabinets?
I like Murphys Oil Soap best. It cleans very well and wont hurt the finish.
Make Your Own Trail Mix
If you ever need a taste tester just holler! : ) Theres a camping trip coming up over the 4TH of July.I think Ill just have to make this. Another 2 thumbs up recipe. Thanks.
Cooking Stems of Broccoli and Hearts of Cabbage
Another one of your great tips. : ) Thanks once again for sharing.
Cleaning Plastic Outdoor Chairs?
Bill, if your still trying to clean the same chairs as your May post and nothing has worked buy the Krylonpaint. : )
Plarn Summer Hat
How cute and recycled material put to good use. Thanks for photos and well written directions. I love nellypumpkins yellow one also.
Keep Dishes Cold Outside
Its great to see this. Ive done this before and it works great. Thanks for sharing. Keeper
Copycat Instant Pudding Recipe?
I Googled pistachio pudding and found several sites you could look into. Good luck. Hope this helped you.
Save Condiment Packets
I hope you never run out of tips to share with us.I for one have learned so much from your tips,recipes and crafts. Again,many thanks. Keeper
Kiddie Pool As Cooler
Id like to add to this.In this heatwave were having those pools are a great treat for our fur babies to play and cool off also. Thanks for sharing another great tip. Keeper/Sandie
All-American Style Potato Salad
Sour cream? Sounds like a good add in. This Ill try. Thanks for another winner. Keeper
Keeping Milk Fresh
Great to know. Here in NC, my store has either solid white or yellow jugs now. I also turn my jug over and over a couple times before each use. I love all your tried and true tips. Keep em coming! Thanks for sharing. Keeper/Sandie
Jumpsuit From Old T-Shirt
Another winner Ruth and with no pattern! Rosa looks so cute in it. Thanks for sharing. Love to see more. Sandie
Thawing Frozen Bread
Excellent tip. I thaw my in my dish strainer. I also save bread bags and double bag them before freezing. They seem to stay fresher tasting this way. Thanks for sharing.
My Frugal Life: Disguising Generic Items
Now why didnt I think of this? Thanks for sharing your very creativetricks. : )
Removing Cooking Oil Smell from Work Clothing?
You might try adding baking soda w/your detergent then add white vinegar to the final rinse instead of your fabric softener.The vinegar will not leave the smell of vinegar. Hope this works for you....
Memorial Day Wreaths
Great idea for recycling. Beautiful colors. Thanks for the easy to follow directions and photos.
Flag Painted Shutters
I love this project. I have a list I keep in my pocketbook of things to look for at yard sales and such. Thanks for clear pictured directions and sharing this project.
Canning Fried Chicken?
Sam,Ive canned chicken before to fry later but not fried chicken as you said. If you Google; canning chicken meat you can read more.
Softening Hard Honey in the Jar?
I take the lid off and microwave 1 minute at a time,stirring each time.
Cleaning Plastic Outdoor Chairs?
I cleaned mine the best I could then boughtKrylon spray paint. Now they look great as theyre the color I wanted.
Recycling Used Tea Bags and Loose Tea?
I refrigerate my used tea bags and place on my puffy,tired eyes for 10 minutes. Keeper
Iron Leaks Black Liquid Onto Clothes?
Do you empty out all the water after each use? How often do you clean out the iron as per the manual instructions? Its important to keep the tank clean if not this will continue to happen.
Stuffed Jumbo Pasta Shells
My mouth is watering.I also use cottage cheese,even in my lasagna. Thanks for sharing.
Scenery: High Tides (Gairloch, Scotland)
That was my fist thought.It does look just like a painting. Id be framing it. What an addition to any decor. Thanks for posting.
Getting Rid of Clover in the Lawn?
I totally agree with PIKKA.If you go towikipediaand type incloveryou can read the benefits of it.
Make a Flag Magnet
I also save those magnets.Thanks for sharing Free Flag Decals site,going further into that site you can choose a member or whole unit of the military to send cards or boxes of goodys to.
Using Peppermint to Get Rid of Mice?
I dont know about the peppermint soap working but I have peppermint oil on cotton balls in my kitchen where my traps used to be and Ive not had 1 visit since. I bought that spray insulation in a can and plugged up any places they could fit through like around...
Looking for Instructions for Slat Sun Bonnet?
Heres one I found:http://www.bonnets.com/bonnet.html Also try:ehow.com
Freeze Garlic and Peppers
Thanks for all these tips.I wish I had a bigger freezer because Ill freeze almost anything.Id really like to get back into canning also but its more fun doing it w/others. Keeper/Sandie
Freeze Garlic and Peppers
I just wanted to tell you I cut and cleaned my green peppers,put them on a cookie sheet and froze them like you said. They turned out wonderful. Before I used to clean and cut them then put in baggies. Not being able to get all the air out caused a lot of freezer...
Crochet Hook Holder
Im hooked! I agree with Julia, you should sell them and Id gladly be your first customer seeing my sewing machine is still down. Besides putting pins on your crocheted flowers (I put mine on hats too) Ive glued magnets to them for the fridge. You could make...
Sealing Home-printed Photo Magnets?
At the Dollar store I bought a roll of clear contact paper. Ive used it to sandwich lots of paper and fabric crafts I wanted to preserve.
My Frugal Life: On The Sidelines
Larry, I believe weather we have a disability or not, a good majority of us wonderWhy me?.Its a matter of choice what we do about it. I agree with joanfry, you have a beautiful smile.That says a lot.You dont mention how long youve been in a wheelchair etc. At...
Panasonic TV Only Lasted Three Years?
Have you gone back to where you bought it?Have you contacted Panasonic?Try googlingpanasonic tv reviews.Almost always before I buy a product Ill google for reviews.IMO,3 years doesnt seem very long. Good Luck....
Primitive Applique Flag Pillows
Beautiful work.I just love any primitive folk art. Thanks for sharing great directions with photos.
Saving Money on Baking Parchment Paper
I didnt know this.Thank you so much for sharing this tip. : ) Keeper
Baby Birds Outside Our Back Door
Great photo. Im still waiting for mine to hatch. Thanks for sharing.
Scrapple
I agree with PookaRina.This sounds great.Ill put it on myTo Do List. Thanks for sharing. Keeper
Swiffer Wet Jet Refill Recipes?
Example:1 cup vinegar to 2 cups water... Hope this helps. I much prefer making my own cleaning products. Sandie
Grocery Prices Jump 10 Cents
They should start gift wrapping produce. LOL. Green peppers are outrageous.
Buddy (Pomeranian-Chihuahua)
Buddy is so cute and I can tell,well loved. Thanks for sharing his story and photos.
Banana Blitzen
These are great. Ive also made them by slicing the bananas and using toothpicks. Thanks for sharing. Sandie
How Do I Cover Throw Pillows With Knit Sweaters?
Thanks Ruth.I know theyd look much better if you came over here and did them for me! XOXXO to all.
My Frugal Life: Food On Hand
Thank you for sharing. Its wonderful to know we can get creative should the need arise. I wish you sunshine and much more.
How Long Can Meats Be Safely Frozen?
Debbie,check out:stilltasty.com Great info.on most everything in your kitchen.
Problems Making Fudge?
Making fudge can be tricky if its humid to. Try:baking911.com.They have some get remedies for all sorts of cooking/baking. :)
Buying a Sisan Steam Iron in the UK?
try:http://www.amazon.co.uk/Steam-Irons-Home-Appliances-Kitchen/b?ie=UTF8&node=10706461
Foot Brace in Leather Shoe Squeaks?
Judy, you could tried dusting your brace w/either cornstarch or baby powder. Have you discussed the problem w/those who made it for you? I have an artificial leg that sometimes squeaks. Very annoying at times I know.
Recycled Pet Bed
How creative and a wonderful use of odd socks and Ts. Great step by step photos.Thanks for sharing.
In Memory of Tobey (Mixed Breed)
Michelle,My heart goes out to you.I lost myPandaa little over a year ago.She was almost 15.Some days are easier than others.I hope you find comfort in happy memories and finding another fur baby to love when the time comes your way.
Healthy Coconut Cream Pie
Sure made my mouth water. Thanks for sharing and posting all the photos. Nice presentation.
Craft: Crocheted Snowflakes
Brenda, I collect snowflakes and crochet but not w/the tiny cotton due to arthritis in my hands. I agree w/bugsley, theyre beautiful. Like Sandy, I to would be proud to buy one of yours whenever. Thanks for sharing and posting. I hope you win. Keeper
Craft: Crocheted Snowflakes
Brenda,could you tell me the sizes of the snowflakes and how many different shapes you have in a dozen lot? Thanks, Keeper
Moist Zucchini Bread
MisMachado,thank you for you nice comments. I wish you a plentiful crop. Its a great thing for you to bless your neighbors. Pookarina, thank you also for your thumbs up. I thought this would be good with some molasses in it but I dont experiment well. Any suggestions...
Moist Zucchini Bread
Suziq9, only $1.29 a pound?. I was telling a couple friends the other day that our groceries should be gift wrapped at the check out especially produce. :) Bananas, I noticed went up $0.20 in three days here in NC and green peppers are becoming a luxury. Thanks...
Hendrix and Layla (Chihuahuas)
Ali, what a love story. I know for sure how much theyre loved.At the moment I dont have any fur-babies living here but Im still looking. I had my Panda for almost 15 years and still tear up looking at her pictures. My best wishes to all of you as I also just...
Using Coffee Grounds in the Garden?
Laniegirl,t hank you for the site.Its a great source of information. Thanks for taking your time and answering my question.
Computer Virus Alert: System Tools
I want to thank those of you who take the time to explain simply how to fix computer problems that send us not so savvy into panic mode. I did download Malware Bytesand got it to my desktop then ran the scan and was shocked at the number of infected files I...
Link: Hemming Jeans
Thanks for posting.Jeans can be a hassle for sure. Im into snowflakes also(from your profile).
Ten More Lessons from the Blind Side
Hi Jo,your peeksa s you call them are enjoyable and very enlightening to say the least.I especially like the couch potato one.I fell into that trap for a bit after I lost my leg but I realized how blessed I am to be able to do almost everything as before.We...
Italian Tomato Sauce
Hi Julia, I love this fast and easy recipe also using can stewed tomatoes. I like mine chunky so Id use my fresh green peppers and onions I have stored in my freezer. Sure wish I had more freezer space with my frig. and Ive no room for a separate freezer. Oh...
In Memory Of Tulip (Shih-tzu)
Sandra,my heart goes out to you on your loss of Tulip.No matter how long our fur babies are in our lives the loss is devastating to say the least. I agree with Pookarinas Rainbow Bridge. I lost Panda at almost 15 years and knowing she happily romping around...
Beach Visit
Hi Stella,Thanks for sharing Rosas picture at the beach.I know that all of you go as much as possible. Does Albert like the beach to? Sure wish I were there having fun. Hugs, Nana Sandie
Super Special Salmon Patties
Jo. I was waiting for this recipe.I also love Ritz crackers instead of plain old saltines. I think Ritz has less salt than saltines. I have the tuna on hand but will pick up some salmon on next months shopping trip. I cant wait to make these. Thanks for sharing...
Orange-Pecan-Raisin Cake
Julia,another mouth watering cake.I miss the days in FL. when I went in my yard and picked oranges,limes and grapefruits right off the tree. Thanks again for sharing your great recipe. Sandie
Who Makes Exact Brand Adult Diapers?
Look on the package for a phone number. Here in the States there is most always a number for the consumer to call with questions etc.
Short'nin Bread
Once again another mouth watering winner from Momma Julias southern kitchen.I cant wait to make this one. Thank you ladies for the homemade buttermilk tip as well. One question.Can this recipe be doubled successfully? Thanks for sharing again. ;)
Spicy Beer Cake
Hi Julia, sounds like another winner. Cant wait to copy your next awesome recipe. Thanks for sharing again. Sandie
Decorated Napkin Rings
I love the fact that yours contain parts of nature and things we crafters already have at hand. Great job.Thanks for sharing easy to follow directions with photos.
Memory Tricks For Spelling
Great tip. Years ago my mom taught me a trick to spell cemetery instead of it ending in ary which happens. She saida cemetery is a place of ease(es).
Mac-n-Cheese Please!
Thanks for sharing. Most mac n cheese recipes take me way back to my childhood. :)
Shoney's Cabbage-Beef Soup
This recipe warms me up just reading it.Adding cornbread with it is even better.Now I have all my silverware ready for your soup,cornbread and Valentine Sweetheart cake.:) Thanks for another wonderful recipe. Sandie
Valentine's Sweetheart Cake
Julia, I think I gained some pounds just reading your recipe but let me know when its ready as I have my fork and napkin on hand and Im willing to taste test for you! ;) Fortunately the battery on my scale is dead so according to it,I weigh nothing! Thanks...
Using Vinegar And Water Solution In Carpet Cleaner?
I agree with Omanana.I also read recently to just use hot water. Im due for a carpet clean and usually do it twice over so Im going to do the hot water first then follow with the vinegar.
Ten Lessons from the Blind Side
Two thumbs up Jo.I preferchallengedopposed todisabledorhandicapped,dont you agree?.Humor is our best medicine and its free!. Ive learned so much from your articles and I thank you once again.
Shelf Life of Frozen Meat?
Go to:stilltasty.com youll find most all you need to learn on almost everything in your kitchen.
Replacing a Zipper Pull?
I used a heavy paperclip. Can you find one from an old jacket? You should be able to bend it with needle nose pliers.
Sadie (Long Coat Chihuahua)
What a beauty. The love of our fur babies is one of lifes best pleasures. Thanks for sharing.
Elliot (Morkie)
Elliot is a real sweetie. I adore fur babies but especially small lap dogs.I had Panda (Japanese Chin) for almost 15 years. I wish you as many if not more years of fun and love with yours. Thanks for sharing.
Molly-Pops (Jack Russell)
I love her name and her face is so expressive. Their energy seems endless, doesnt it?
Skeeter (Dog) and Muddy Water (Cat)
I love their names. Especially the cat. My Izzys first playmate was Tom,the neighborhood cat.Thanks for sharing.
Think Before Throwing Out
Wow is right. I can craft fairly well but drawing escapes me. Yours are wonderful. Thanks for sharing.
