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Watch Out For Aspartame
I, too, get an instant migraine if I consume aspertame. I avoid all artificial sweeteners if I know theyre in a product. If I dont know, I can usually tell within seconds. I do hope people arent giving sugar free products to their children.

 

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Recipes Using Potato Flakes?
Hi Momel! I used to think Idahoan were the best instant potatoes until I tasted Natural Mash (or All Natural Creamy Mash). I used to insist on real potatoes because I could always tell the difference.....until I tasted Natural Mash. I honestly couldnt tell...

 

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Instant Pudding Recipe?
I havent tried this recipe. It comes from this site which has 3 other recipes: http://www.practicalkitchen.com/desserts/homemade_pudding_mixes.shtml Vanilla Pudding Mix 3 cups nonfat dry milk 4 cups sugar 1/2 tsp. nutmeg 1 tsp. salt 3 cups cornstarch 1/2 tsp...

 

My Daughter at the Rodeo
...and what a pretty daughter you have!!!!!

 

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Hamburger Grease Stain on Clothing?
Hi Bethany!! Im starting to feel like a walking advertisement for Dawn dish soap....lol Put Dawn straight on the grease stain, rub it in and wash as usual. The first washing usually takes it out but if not, then repeat the process.

 

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Tea Stains on Clothing?
Elsa, have you tried soaking the blouse in OxyClean? I find it great for stains.

 

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Making Cornice Boards From Foam Board?
HGTV has this one: http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/dc_windows_other/article/0,,HGTV_3542_1372834,00.html

 

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"Hearts In Tune" Table Decorations?
Pam, I dont know how long before you need these decorations or for how many tables. I know there are sites online that you can order heart shaped balloons and also have messages printed on the balloon (Hearts in Tune with musical notes???). You could put the...

 

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Homemade Pimple Treatment?
Hi Cecilia!! A few days ago, Susie from GA posted a helpful hint using Milk of Magnisia. It sure couldnt hurt to try that. Heres her post: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf40807844.tip.html May God bless you....hope this helps.

 

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Removing Acrylic Water From a Vase?
I think youve lost the vase....sorry :(

 

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Making Biscuits and Gravy With Bacon Grease?
I taught my son to make bacon grease gravy years ago and now he tells me his friends love to come to his house for biscuits and gravy. Most of us dont measure and you wont either once you get it down. I had to make myself measure in order to tell him how much...

 

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Breakfast Cookies?
Hi Amanda! Could this be the recipe youre looking for? It sure looks good. http://www.quakeroats.com/qfb_Recipes/recipe.cfm?recipeid=11344 By the way, I was born in Stillwater :D:D

 

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Great job, ThriftyFun!!! This is a great tool!!! Thank you!!!

 

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Poll: Where are you from?
Hmmm....where am I from???? Well, I was born in Oklahoma, raised mostly in California and I live in the Netherlands :) :)

 

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Nacho Cheese Recipe That Doesn't Use Velveeta?
Ive never tried this, but heres one recipe I found while surfing: http://www.recipeslist.com/snacksappetizers-recipes-list/dipsandspreads-recipes-list/nachocheesedip-recipe-for-free.html

 

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Glazed Donut Recipe for a Bread Machine?
I dont know if these are actually Glazed Dounuts...but they sure look good and you can glaze them (I havent tried this recipe): http://www.razzledazzlerecipes.com/doughnut-recipes/bread-machine-doughnuts.htm

 

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Red Splotches on My Legs From a Rash?
It would probably be a good idea to see a doctor, Sandy. Always better safe than sorry :)

 

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Tang and Vanilla Pudding Fruit Dip?
Hi Lisa...not sure if this is the one you want but it cant hurt to look. http://www.backofthebox.com/recipes/desserts/creamy-orange-pudding.html

 

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Cheap Summer Drinks for Kids
Try using carbonated water with your drink mixes...even fresh squeezed lemons and a bit of sugar. They get a fizzy drink and not so expensive.

 

Exuberant!
.......and beautiful!!!!!!!!!!

 

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Dog Urinates When My Husband Comes Home?
My son and daughter-in-laws dog does the same thing when shes excited to see someone....its always people she likes. Their solution has been to allow the dog to greet the person outside. It works for them....and shes actually gotten better.

 

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Make Your Own Sugar Cubes?
Wow, thats a tricky request. I couldnt find anything about making your own sugar cubes by surfing. However, as a crafter, I started thinking about how many crafters (not me, tho) make the sugar eggs and decorate them. So, I was thinking if you use the sugar...

 

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Ironing a Shower Curtain?
Another thing you might try is to use a press cloth wet with equal amounts of water and white vinegar and then iron....this has worked for me in the past on removing ironed in pant creases from polyester pants.

 

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Painting Plastic Patio Chairs?
There are paints made especially for plastic....Krylon Fusion, to name one.

 

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Things To Do With Avon Skin So Soft?
Hi Rona! Heres one site: http://bridgett.maddoc.net/sales/sss.html

 

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Things To Do With Avon Skin So Soft?
Here you go, Glinda...again, its from this site: http://bridgett.maddoc.net/sales/sss.html A bath oil An after shower moisturizer. Can be used to remove makeup. A suntan oil (no sunscreen) Pour a little in the water of your foot saver to help moisturize your...

 

Faux bundt cake

Making a Faux Cake
Dottie, youre the bomb, as my kids would say!!! What a wonderful idea...and it looks so real!!! Thanx for sharing this technique:)

 

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Cooking up Ground Beef
Thanx, Bobbie!!! Great idea!!!

 

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Cooking up Ground Beef
I would imagine if one added a good quality bouillon to the water, the flavor would remain :)

 

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Cooking Oil Residue on Plastic?
Ive used Dawn and baking soda with good results :)

 

Completed flowerpots.

Watermelon Flower Pots
What a darling idea!!! I love this!!!

 

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Jello Creamsicle?
This one is similar to one I used to make...but I used vanilla ice cream in place of the sherbet (which sounds great!!!) http://www.massrecipes.com/recipes/04/11/mandarinorangejellomold261128.html McKaySatts recipes sound great too.

 

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Old Horror Film Name?
Werent they sucked down in the sand....the victims? I think you may be thinking about Invaders from Mars. I loved that movie....lol They did a remake of it several years ago.

 

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Mashed Potato Donuts
My aunt used to make these and she called them Spudnuts....and yes, they taste like donuts.....theyre delicious!!!

 

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Make Your Own Knitting Loom
Wonderful step by step instructions, April!!! Thank you soooo much.

 

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Sewing a Bra Into a Wedding Dress?
You might want to look at this site....hope it helps. http://www.knotthegroom.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=1277

 

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Stick-On Frame for Mirrors?
Hi Bill! I didnt see the show but could this be what you are talking about??? http://www.mirrormate.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MirrorMate.woa/wa/pages/Home?_ixref=mmomirror_frame

 

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Jewelry Websites?
Why dont you just contact the websites that youre interested in and explain that you dont use credit cards. They may, well, set up a mail order system with you.

 

Packaged gag gift.

Belly Button Lint Remover
I love this! I will definitely need to try to make some...lol Thanx for the idea!

 

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"You Are Driving Me Crazy"
Thats soooo funny!!! Thanx for the chuckle!!!

 

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Slime in My Steam Iron?
Have you tried letting it sit awhile with pure white vinegar? It shouldnt hurt to try....then, of course, empty it and rinse.

 

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Buying Christmas Light Bulbs Offseason?
I hope this helps :): http://www.christmaslightsetc.com/C7-C9-Bulbs.asp

 

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What Color Is Grover?
http://www.sesameworkshop.org/sesamestreet/?scrollerId=grover&

 

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Fondue Instructions?
What is the brand name of your fondue set? Sometimes you can put the brand name and either the words user manual or instructions into the search engine.

 

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Fondue Instructions?
Wow, Jo........I just dont know. Ive spent quite a bit of time trying to find information on that fondue set. I think Id call Walgreens and explain that there were no instructions....at all!!! They are definitely associated with East West Distributing Co so...

 

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Christie's Restaurant Remoulade Sauce Recipe?
Well, I see this request was posted a couple of months ago. However, here is a site that perhaps gives that recipe. http://www.texasmonthly.com/forum/read.php?f=1&i=4891&t=4891 Otherwise, just key in Remoulade Sauce Recipe in your search engine and a lot of...

 

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New Simplicity Blog Spot
Great Blog, Rebecca!!! Thanx for sharing all this info.

 

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Cleaning The Inside of Your Car Windows?
Microfiber cloths and, believe it or not, just water!!! Youll be amazed.

 

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Vacuum Deodorizer?
Another thing you may want to do is to clean the filter from the vacuum cleaner. Ours smelled awful from vacuuming cat litter (messy cat...lol). Anyway, after I took the filter out, washed it and let it air dry.....no smell.

 

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Clock for Mom's Birthday
I love it, Tracey!!!! Your Mom must have been thrilled!!!

 

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Pink Contact Paper?
Hi John! Hope this helps: http://www.tuffware.com/school/paper/flourescent.html

 

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Uses for Used Canning Lids?
What great ideas!!! I was going to say (and still am...lol) the same thing as Louiecat said....magnets. All kinds of magnets!!! Id probably print photos of family and friends from my computer and put them on the lids as refrigerator magnets. What fun and cute...

 

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Hair Coloring as Carpet Dye
What a great idea. My daughter ruined more bathroom rugs with her hair dye......whod have thunk it. Love it!!!!

 

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Body Odor Smell on a Mattress?
I think Id want to call around (perhaps used furniture stores) and see how to have the mattress sterilized. The baking soda is a good idea for odor alone....but Im so picky, Id want it sterilized, too. I think its very nice of your landlord, though.

 

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Unable To Travel?
The day trips is an excellent idea. Ive known people that just went to the local Holiday Inn overnight....and that felt like a mini vacation to them. Rent a movie....order pizza (or whatever) and treat yourself. Do some theme based dinners....Mexican, Hawaiian...

 

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The Song That Never Ends?
Yes, Irene, I do remember this song...I think from the Muppet Show or Sesame Street. Anyway, here is a site with the words. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/This_is_the_Song_That_Never_Ends#Lyrics

 

Sign for Your Home's Entry
What a lovely warm way to enter your home. Thank you for sharing this wonderful idea!!!

 

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Decorating My Room for $20?
I love the black and white idea....but I would put something red here and there around the room...just a small amount. Try to take a picture to show us when youve finished....wed love to see what youve done. I know youll have fun creating your own environment...

 

Stairway remodeled

Improving an Unfinished Stairway
I love that you prayed first. The Bible does say to present requests to God by prayer (paraphrased big time...lol Philippians 4:6).

 

Stairway remodeled

Improving an Unfinished Stairway
Oops...sorry for the 2nd entry...but I forgot to say I love the way your efforts turned out. Beautiful!!!

 

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Repairing Particle Board Cabinets?
Whoa, MamaKay!!!! Great solution and thanx for the tip!!!

 

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Another Snoopy Kid Tip
Angie, what a smart Mom you are. After all, life is all about choices and youve given them an early start on that lesson. I love it!!!

 

Fish bowl filled with Jello.

Goldfish Bowl Jello
What a darling idea!!! How fun this will be to serve. Not only will the kids love it, but so will the grown up kids....like me. Great idea!!! Thanx, Cheryl

 

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Easy Gift Bags
Great idea, Hvnlyhills!!! Thanx for the idea :)

 

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Beer Bread
Whoa...this sounds so good, Pattie!!! Thanx for the recipe!!!

 

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Cranberry-Walnut Pie Recipe
Roberta, here is one recipe...not sure if its the right one. http://www.cooksrecipes.com/pie/cranberry_walnut_pie_recipe.html Hope you find the one youre looking for.

 

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Cranberry-Walnut Pie Recipe
Roberta, Im glad the recipe was found. I think its so funny that not one of us hit the right recipe...lolol But all of the recipes look delicious, too. I like the added oats in the original recipe...so healthy!!! Thanx for letting us know the recipe was found...

 

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What type of glue do I use for fabric?
Hi Janet! I think I used to use Aleenes Jewel-It or OK to Wash-It Fabric Glue for my jewels on shirts. I havent made any for years but I never had any fall off.

 

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Buying Used Rental Cars?
Yes, my folks bought a rental Mercury Marquis in the late 1980s. Then I drove it from about 1992 until 2000 when I moved away. It was a good car all those years with some problems that older cars start getting. My Dad was an auto mechanic and thought the car...

 

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Christmas Balls?
Susie, I hope this is what youre looking for...dont let Winnie the Pooh throw you....lol http://www.newcelebritystudios.com/poohsrainforest/PoohXmasCrafts.html

 

Molly's First Christmas Ornament

Crafted Christmas Ornaments Business
What a wonderful, fun and creative way to make a living. God bless you and keep up the wonderful work!!!

 

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Cream of Coconut Cake
Oh my goodness........Im drooling!!! Thanx for the recipe!!!

 

Horny Toads
Awww...you brought back such wonderful childhood memories. We used to catch these little critters and I just loved them. In fact, I was just telling my hubby about them a couple of days ago and then you put this darling picture on the site. Thanx. Pat, for...

 

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Plant Markers
Thanx, Live Again, for the great ideas. I like the idea of the Professional Sharpie!!! Thanx again!!!

 

Horny Toads
Darrell, I was born in Oklahoma and thats where we caught our little horny toads. I moved to Calif at age 12 and now I live in the Netherlands. Isnt life a trip??? :)

 

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Buying on Sale and Preparing Hamburger Meat
Great idea, Melanie....thanx for the tip!!!!

 

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Dessert Recipes Using Splenda for Diabetics?
Here ya go, June: http://www.splenda.com/page.jhtml;jsessionid=2EMZAAAVCKFPQCQPCB3SUYYKB2IIWNSC?id=splenda/recipes/library.inc#desserts Enjoy

 

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Slow Cooker Apple Butter
Ohhhh, I love Apple Butter!!! This sounds so delicious...thanx, Robin!!!

 

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Jazzing Up Yogurt
When we were in Greece recently, one of the desserts, always on the menu, was plain yogurt with honey drizzled over the top. I have to tell you....this is sooooooo delicious!!! You can also add chopped walnuts on top.

 

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A New Kind of Vegetable Peeler
Hi Terri.....what brand is your peeler-grater? I havent seen one like that...sounds great!!!

 

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Aniseed Extract?
Mike, did you see this site that I gave on an earlier question about anise extract? http://www.abigslice.com/extracts.html

 

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Making Decorative Breads (Non-edible)?
This might help you, Tillyburg: http://www.familycorner.com/homegarden/crafts/2.shtml

 

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Recipe for Doubling Butter?
I totally love the idea of mixing olive oil and butter....I, like Kidseatfree, hadnt thought of it ... which is strange because I always heat olive oil and butter together to pour over my popcorn...delicious!!!

 

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Anise Extract Recipe?
Ive been making my own vanilla for a few years now. I was thinking that anise extract might be made in the same way. Sure enough, I found a site that shows a vanilla recipe but it says you can do it with other things too...and the author mentioned anise seed...

 

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Tips for Losing 50 (or more) Pounds?
Hi Kim! I know how you feel...trust me! You said youve tried Weight Watchers before. Have you ever heard of The Wendie Plan? Heres what works for me: I basically follow the WW plan quite strictly through the week using the lowest point for the week day (this...

 

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Problems With Sweating?
I agree with Syd about the possibility of Hyper Hydrosis (I have a cousin that had it). Here is a site with some good information on the subject: http://www.thebharat.com/health/html/general/hyper.html I was surprised to read about the use of botox for this...

 

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Problem With Eye - Floaters?
Ive had them for years and, believe it or not, you get used to them and dont even think about them very often. They only bug me when I allow myself to dwell on them. I notice them more in lighter settings...sunlight and bright light colored rooms.

 

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Baked Corn Dogs?
Wow...baked corn dog recipes are really difficult to find. The only one I came across uses refrigerated cornbread twists dough. Heres that site: http://www.recipezaar.com/64802 Hope it helps.

 

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Baked Corn Dogs?
Oh goodness, Annette!! I found another recipe by Emeril: http://www.emerils.com/recipes/by_name/oven_corn_dogs.html

 

First Bite of Solid Food

First Bite of Solid Food
Well, Id say shes savoring every drop. What a cutie she is! Thanx for sharing her with us.

 

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Making Costume Jewelry Pins with CDs?
Here are a couple of sites I found on the net. http://www.amstamps.com/tutorials1.html and http://www.amstamps.com/tutorials3.html Have fun!!!

 

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Embossed Stamped Images
Wow!! Thanx Leanne for this great tip. It seems like no matter what I do (fabric softner sheets), I always get stray pieces of embossing powder. Im for sure going to try your tip. Again, thanx!!!

 

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Knitting Paddle Advice?
Ive never used the Knitting Paddle but I have used the Knifty Knitter and I like it (those....more than one in a set for different sizes). Anyway, I found this site that gives a demo for the Knitting Paddle. http://www.knittingpaddle.com/site/knitting_index...

 

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Glue For Napkin Glass Crafts?
You can use a white glue like Elmers. If its a bit thick, then just add a bit of water...but that probably wont be necessary. Have fun!!!

 

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Curtain Color For Burgundy Carpet?
Have you considered trying to match the carpet color? Another color that goes great with burgundy is a deep dark green.

 

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Growing Grass Over Oil Spots?
You might want to consider digging out the contaminated dirt and replacing it with clean soil. I know thats a lot of work but it may be the best solution. I hope all goes well for you.

 

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Musty Smelling Linens?
Hi Linda! Im certainly no expert on this..heehee...but are you sure your linens are absolutely dry when you fold them and put them away? Also those little sachet packets are excellent. You could also try placing dryer sheets (new or used) in between your linen...

 

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Helping a Dehydrated Dog?
If the dog cant stand up, he needs to see a vet. Tell your friend to call some veterinarians and explain his problem and perhaps theyll work out a payment plan. The dog shouldnt have to suffer. Tell your friend to get going for the dogs sake!!! (Sorry if this...

 

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Removing Hair Without Shaving or Waxing?
Hi Ana! You dont say how old you are. Perhaps your mother thinks youre too young. There are hair removal products that are neither shaving or waxing but I think you would still need your mothers approval. If youre 14 or 15, I hope your mother will think hard...

 

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Canned Tomato Paste Recipe?
Heres just one recipe I found on the net. There are many more. You can key in tomato paste recipe in your search engine and find more recipes. Hope this helps! http://www.cdkitchen.com/recipes/recs/55/TomatoPaste67750.shtml

 

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Easy! Easy! Easy! Dessert
Brenda, you can use any flavor of pie fillings :)

 

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Spreading Rash With Blisters?
Insurance or no insurance, I think you should see a doctor. Perhaps there are clinics in your town or close by that can help you. Its not a good idea to mess with your health. Otherwise, a doctors office will probably allow you to make small payments each month...

 

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Spreading Rash With Blisters?
Kath, I find I have you on my mind a lot (being a mom, I guess). Please let us know how youre doing :)

 

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Apple Butter for Freezing?
Heres a site I found online for CROCKPOT APPLE BUTTER: Enjoy those apples!!! http://p076.ezboard.com/fdocsplacefrm30.showMessage?topicID=170.topic

 

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Stain From Plastic Bag on Linoleum Floor?
Have you tried the Mr Clean Magic Eraser? http://www.homemadesimple.com/mrclean/products/eraser.shtml

 

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Cleaning Window Tips?
Jackie, I agree!!! I just discovered these Miracle cloths about 2 months ago. Youre so right...only water. I was so excited that I went around cleaning everything...lol Ive certainly known about the micro weave cloths, but I have to admit, I thought it was...

 

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Handwashing Dishes?
I had a dishwasher for 30 years and since I moved to the Netherlands I dont have a dishwasher. Correction, I do have a dishwasher.....me!!! Anyway, I always put vinegar in my rinsewater and the glasses just sparkle. I was surprised that most people I know dont...

 

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Homemade Dust Repellent
What a great idea!!! Thanx for the tip!!!

 

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What Is Interpolation?
Holly, I looked the word up on http://dictionary.reference.com/ and when I apply it to a commercial, it sounds like a lot of double talk....lol

 

Water Melon Baby
Oh what a doll!!! She is loving every bite of that watermelon.....she makes me want a piece. Thanx for sharing this precious childs first experience with watermelon!!!

 

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Ideas for Making My Own Shirts?
Hi Rudy! Heres a site that I enjoy....there are T-Shirt ideas among other fabric crafts to do. Enjoy!!! http://www.duncancrafts.com/projects/list.asp

 

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Popcorn Tips?
I admit I need buttered popcorn. However, I know that the butter isnt that good for us. So, I now do a little butter and a little olive oil together to pour over the popcorn and I cant tell the difference.

 

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Freezing Carrot Juice?
Oops!!! I forgot to sign in before posting..so youll get this twice...probably. Great question, Linda. Ive wondered that myself so I did some serious surfing today. I found a site that says you can freeze the juice of carrots but its not really good for drinking...

 

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Homemade Kool-Aid Popsicles
Janet, just replace the sugar with Splenda or whatever sweetner you normally use. You can also buy sugar free Jello.

 

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1-2-3-4 Pound Cake?
Hi Jill! What a precious daughter-in-law you are!!! He is blessed. Look what I found while surfing for your cake recipe. I hope it tastes like the one he remembers. God bless you!!! http://www.virtualcities.com/ons/md/f/mdf76015.htm

 

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Making Steel Doors Look Like Wood?
There are wood graining tools that you can buy from a craft store or probably a paint store. Heres a site that that shows you how to use the wood grain tool. If you have Quick Time, theres a video you can watch. Hope this helps. http://www.ugl.com/H2Staingrainframe...

 

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Savannah - Natural Beauty Queen
Savannah is, indeed, a natural beauty queen. Thanx for sharing her picture with us.

 

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Lambs & Ivy "Little Lambs" Upholstered Rocking Chair?
Hi Becky! Could this possibly be what youre looking for? http://www.babybeddingtown.com/baby-626.htm

 

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How do I remove dog hair from car upholstery?
I have 2 suggestions...one of which, I admit, I have not tried and that is to use rubber gloves to rub over the area and its supposed to help remove animal hair. The other one I have tried and thats to use tape....I think Id use the widest tape for such a large...

 

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Shirt Gift Card Made Out of Dollars?
Hi Kelli! I surfed and found this site. I hope it helps. http://humor.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?site=http://members.cox.net/crandall11/money/

 

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Shirt Gift Card Made Out of Dollars?
Oops...I see that when you click on the site I posted, you get another page. So, I copied and pasted the whole site address in the address box and then the actual site comes up. Otherwise, let me know and well try something else.

 

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Grease Stain on Cotton Shorts?
I always have good luck with Dawn dishwashing liquid. I put it on the grease spot (even old spots that have been washed in), rub it in and wash as usual. Sometimes you may have to repeat it but, more often than not, it comes out the first time. Hope this helps...

 

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Using It Up - Old Pantyhose and Nylons?
I always cut the legs of pantyhose into a bunch of circles and use them for my ponytail tieback...usually over a rubber band. My daughter laughs at me but...hey!!! It works!!!!

 

Pet Ferret

Leah with Sonny, Cher (Pomeranians), Leroy...
Oh my goodness!!! Leah is my daughters name and she, too, is an animal lover.....with 2 ferrets, 2 cats and a dog....lol However, shes a married lady with her own home. Your Leah is a beautiful girl...as is my Leah.

 

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Rubber Duck invitations?
What a cute idea, Sharon! Heres a site with invitations with rubber duck: http://store.ababyshower.com/invitations.html

 

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Dry Scalp Hair Treatments?
Chrissy, I use about 1/3 cup of white vinegar mixed in about 1/3 cup of water and pour it over my hair after Ive already shampooed and rinsed with water. It will leave your hair very soft and the vinegar smell is gone once your hair is dried.

 

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Rust on Tricycle?
Hi Sue! If its quite a bit of rust, you could probably use a wire brush and some sandpaper. If its only a small amount of rust, you can use plain pencil lead and color the rust and it should come off. Then paint it with some paint that inhibits rust.

 

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Dry Scalp Hair Treatments?
My earlier post should have said one fourth cup of vinegar to three fourths cup of water...or even a cull cup of water...wont matter that much.

 

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Hairspray on Digital Camera?
Have you tried alcohol on a Q-tip (or even a toothpick)? I would think that would be good for getting the hairspray loose and shouldnt hurt the camera.

 

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Make Your Own Panties?
What if you used a swim suit pattern with boy leg bottoms? Another idea is using a 2 piece short pajama pattern. Heres an example: http://store.sewingtoday.com/cgi-bin/butterick/shop.cgi?s.item.B4084=x&TI=panties&page=1 You could probably hem the legs instead...

 

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French Vanilla Mousse
Lily, I agree, this does sound good!! Yes, the International Coffee is in the little cans usually on the coffee aisle of your supermarket.

 

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Applesauce and Molasses Bran Muffins
Heres just one site with the ingredients you listed for your Bran Muffin recipe: http://www.cdkitchen.com/recipes/recipetemplate.php?mid=15240 However, if you key in applesauce bran molasses muffin recipe youll come up with tons of recipes with those ingredients...

 

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Rust Stains On Jeans?
Hi Leann! Ive never had the problem but I did some surfing and found this site that suggests using lemon juice...its worth a try. I hope this helps: http://www.ehow.com/how_18793_remove-rust-fabric.html

 

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Trying to Locate Craft Supplies?
Hi Donna! Heres a site that sells the loom and cotton loops in assorted and single colors (scroll about a third of the way down the page). Hope it helps: http://harrisville.com/html/friendlyloompdts.html

 

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Trying to Locate Craft Supplies?
Youre so welcome, Donna. I love the idea of making a bedspread out of the squares. Ill have to consider that as a project...so thank you for a great idea!!!

 

Crocheted Bodice

Crocheted Bodice
What a darling granddaughter you have!!! Shes very blessed to have a gramma that makes her such lovely things. Nice job!!! Thanx for sharing, Pam!!!

 

For Smooth Hair
BioSilk is manufactured by Farouk Systems, Inc and you can get it from beauty supply shops or beauty shops. Its a bit expensive but a good product (I use it on my skin).

 

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Wearing French Hook Earrings?
You can get the little rubber Fishhook Stoppers at Wal Mart (I got mine in Calif) in the jewelry department.

 

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Interested in a Job Writing Greeting Cards?
Hi Sharon! Heres a site with some pretty good information. http://pals.seeekers.net/articles/job-ideas/greeting-cards.htm Go for it!!!

 

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Interested in a Job Writing Greeting Cards?
Oh Sharon!!! Keep me posted on how things work out for you. Im excited for you!! Persue that dream, GF.......you can do it!!!

 

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Strawberry Syrup Recipe?
Hi Grammy24!! Just did a bit of surfing...could this be your recipe? http://www.cdkitchen.com/recipes/recipetemplate.php?mid=27060 I hope it helps.

 

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Strawberry Syrup Recipe?
Youre more than welcome, Grammy24. Im so happy its the right recipe. Its always disappointing to lose recipes we really like....I know.....Ive been there :)

 

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Breastfeeding Advice?
Well, first of all....CONGRATULATIONS!!!! These new grandbabies are more fun than.....anything!!! I just wanted to add that the baby may seem to be hungry because she wants to suckle. My first child wanted to nurse constantly and my mother didnt believe in...

 

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Preserving An Obituary?
Hi Peggy! First let me say Im sorry about the loss of your father. Do you mean to keep the obituary announcement from the newspaper from yellowing? I know you can do it with club soda and milk of magnesia. Here is a site that offers several ideas(personally...

 

Joely on New Years
What a cutie!!!

 

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Emergency Car Kit
Great lists!!! The only thing Id add off of the top of my head is matches or a lighter (for the tea lights). Thanx, Debra and Leann, for these very important lists!!!

 

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Keeping Mildew From Coming Back?
Ive never tried this myself, but I have a friend that sprays her bathroom walls (with no windows) once a week with Lysol disinfectant spray. It works for her.

 

Recipe Organization
Wow, Pookie!!! What a great system. Ive just been thinking that I desperately need to organize my recipes. Thanx for the great site!!!

 

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Bleach Stain On Shirt?
Hi Nis! Since bleach removes color, you wont be able to get it out....youll need to put color back in. How big is the stain? If its quite small, perhaps you can use a fabric pen with a color close to the baby blue. I did that when I got a small bleach spot...

 

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Russian Tea
I used to make this years ago but I used Red Hots cinnamon candy instead of the powdered cinnamon. I put the red hots in the blender to make them into powder...but for the life of me, I cant remember how much of the red hots I used. Ahhhh.......to be young...

 

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What to Do with a Huge Roll of Paper?
Wow, Kristi!! I can think of a couple of things I would do for sure. I would rubber stamp my own wrapping paper for gifts. If you have kids, Id tape some to a wall or door for some original art work to be done. What a blast that would be for them. You could...

 

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Looking for Healthy Oatmeal Recipes?
I actually posted this as an answer on Jan 5 of this year. Would you believe I make Oatmeal Soup. I was trying to think of a way to eat oatmeal without sugar and I decided to try cooking it in chicken bouillon (or broth) with garlic powder. Sometimes I add...

 

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Looking for Healthy Oatmeal Recipes?
Thats great, Pookie. Let me know what you think after you try it. Ive used beef broth (from a roast) and ham drippings to make it....also delicious.

 

Framed mirror decortated with shells.

Bev's Shell Mirror
Wow, Bev!!! The mirror is absolutely beautiful!!! You and your daughter should go into business :):)

 

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Keeping Track of Reader's Requests
This is such a great idea, Doggy!!! It works!!! Thanx for the tip!!!

 

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Temporary Solution For Ugly Kitchen Cabinets?
Hi Nani! I had a friend years ago that put a sheet on her bedroom wall using liquid starch. I would think that the problem doing this on kitchen cabinets might be all the moisture from cooking in a kitchen. This probably wouldnt be a good idea for wood cabinets...

 

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Need Help Painting Plastic?
Have you tried Krylon Fushion Paint for plastic? I havent tried it but Ive read that others have had good results.

 

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Black Scuff Marks on Doors and Walls?
Have you tried the new Magic Eraser yet? Its like a sponge and its pretty amazing. It might be worth a try. I know Mr Clean makes it but I think there are other brands, too.

 

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Burnt Sugar Candy
Sounds delicious.....at what point do you add the melted sugar with the milk, butter and sugar mixture?

 

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YOUR Birthday is for Mom too!
I send my Mom 2 rosebuds every year on my birthday...I always sign it Happy BIRTHday, Mom!!! (I missed this year :( I was out of the country).

 

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