Yes Virginia, You Can Freeze Milk
So freezing your liquids in bottles in freezer door will prevent rounding of the bottle bottoms? Great. And thanks for the link. I now know that among other things, I can freeze ice cream. My sister was discussing the ages and birth dates of two of her great...
Yes Virginia, You Can Freeze Milk
My name is not Virginia and there is a distinct difference in the taste of frozen milk. To me, it tastes diluted and sweeter. Worth doing though for cereal and baking but not for having a big chilled glass of cow juice, IMHO. How do you keep the bottom of the...
Allowing Your Daughter to Date at 11?
Some people are steadfast in their convictions and opinions. Others appear to be indecisive, giving them leeway to attach to the most popular stance, should one arise. I think I see both sides here. http://explorevenango com, September 3, 2016 : Sixteen years...
Allowing Your Daughter to Date at 11?
WHAT? Its hard to believe what Im reading! As far as I am concerned, there are no decisions to be made. No daughter of mine would date at the age of eleven. What are you people thinking? The word date should not even be in the vocabulary of an eleven year old...
Re-Cycle Planter
That is no less than ingenious. I love it. With an imagination like that, I doubt youll run out of ideas any time soon. If you ever need inspiration, check out a friends work. https://www.facebook.com/clivemanuel.sculptures.9
Why Soap is Better Than Sanitizer
Im sure studies were done to confirm these findings. Thats why I like this kind of tip. Thanks
Issues with an Adult Child & Rent?
Dear tx, I have read every response to your post, to date. All have given you some excellent advice. If I may, Id like to add my two cents worth. Im sure you will not like it. You did not raise your son properly. If you had, more than likely, none of this would...
Grow New African Violets and Succulents from Cuttings
Glad youre having success! Bell jars or equivalent (Mason jar, etc,) are a great way to insure proper humidity during the rooting stage. Those new to this method should know that too much humidity is worse than too little. If moisture condenses and collects...
DIY Counter Cleaner
I dont dilute the ammonia as I dont have any problems with its strength. Of course, I would not use it in a tightly enclosed space. You could dilute the ammonia if you chose. Its almost all water, anyway.
DIY Counter Cleaner
I just use ammonia in a spray bottle. There are no streaks and no need to rinse. I like the foaming of peroxide, too. I have a tiny spray bottle I got from Dollar Tree, 2 oz. I keep it at the kitchen sink. I spray all around the faucet. It foams and kills bacteria...
Succulent Plant Starter
Ive gotten many new plant starts using many different techniques. Your method is new to me and I cant wait to try it. Thanks
Hydrogen Peroxide for Removing Stains
Forgot. I dont know if this is in your list of uses. Peroxide is perfect for cleaning tooth brushes. It will boil out anything at the base of the bristles. Rinse and its ready to use or store away.
Hydrogen Peroxide for Removing Stains
Jess, Readers should also know that contamination and heat will cause h2o2 to lose its potency. I keep mine in the refrigerator and never put anything, such as swabs, into the bottle. I pour out what I need into another container. From my days as a hair burner...
Hydrogen Peroxide for Removing Stains
For years I have washed my white, mostly cotton, briefs separately in hot water to which I have added detergent and peroxide. I let them soak til the water cools. My briefs stay white. I have revived old dingy white cottons, (pillow slips, etc.) by treating...
Prevent Squirrels Digging in Flower Garden
If people only knew the vast damage done to my flower beds by squirrels, they would not consider your method extreme, at all. Too bad I dont have a cat or dog.
Using a Cooler During the Holidays
LG You always share the most sensible and simple tips. Thank you. Now do tell me this. I like to keep containers (usually gallon milk jugs) of frozen water in the freezer when not full with food. My fridge runs less. But these containers usually break when...
One Minute Microwave Meringues
Simple indeed. Thanks And this has to be so very versatile. They could be topped with most anything. I have been eating lots of oranges lately and reluctantly throwing the peelings away. Im going to try this with orange zest as a topping.
No Present Christmas
I think your views on gift giving at Christmas, although maybe not readily accepted by the general public, are indeed, healthy views. I do not buy Christmas gifts for anyone and ask that they not buy them for me. Exchanging gifts at this time is a man made...
Our Pond
If you can find or make the time to watch your goldfish in an outdoor pond and actually enjoy it, Id say youre probably smarter than the average person. Ironically, its little known is that today(the 2nd) is National Kiss A Carp Day. As I cant be there; when...
Keep Frozen Bread Tasting Fresh
I buy bread in bulk and freeze it, too. cant wait to give this a try. Thanks, Judy!
Refurbishing A Lampshade with Jute Cord
They look great and go well with your decor. (From someone who has made many thousands of lamps and shades).
How NOT To Bake Individual Pies
Thanks for the comment. The ready made pie crust I used was Pillsbury. It used lard as the shortening. believe me it tasted like lard, very old lard. I wouldnt advise anyone using it. I checked the date. It still had two months left. Maybe if it was fresher...
Sock As Swiffer Pad
I once had a floor wax applicator with a chenille pad. I used it damp to go over my kitchen floor every day (2 mins. max). I never had to actually mop the floor. Ive been looking for something similar ever since. Ill check out the Swiffer pad and I have plenty...
This Old House (North Carolina)
The people who owned this house may have lived through some very hard times. Well never know. But for some reason, every time I see an old dilapidated place such as this, my whole mood changes. I become a little quieter inside. I think of close knit families...
Using a Vinegar Rinse on Grey Hair?
Vinegar will not change the color of your grey/white hair. Its acidic property does have the ability to help strip the hair of hard water deposits. The removal of these deposits, particularly if they are heavy, should result in shinier, more translucent hair...
Side Effects of Quitting Smoking?
The Human mind/brain is the least understood thing in the Universe. And though a lot of research has been and continues to go on regarding addiction, to date, little has been discovered about this area of the brain and its functions. I do know for a fact there...
What Is This Herb?
That bread has long been gone. This post has been in Drafts for months. Thanks for your concern, though. Im surprised no one mentioned my touch of synesthesia. I said the herb(s) tasted the way moldy dirt smells. (And certain chocolates taste the way a wet...
What Is This Herb?
You may well be right. Ive crushed rosemary leaves with my fingers at the garden center and smelled them. It is hard to imagine anyone putting that in food. Scents and tastes are so subjective. I mentioned the bread tasted like moldy dirt smells. I detest the...
Household Bleach Review
Update I was in Dollar Tree the other day. I saw pint bottles of Clorox. I said, maybe I should get a pint. It will hold me til I can find full strength half gallons at a bargain price. Looking at the label, I saw that the strength of the active ingredient...
Trying to Repair My Damaged Hair?
Many hair relaxers contain (or did contain) sodium hydroxide which is lye. It is also found in depilatories, in a more concentrated strength. This could burn your scalp under certain circumstances. Other ingredients in other relaxers can do the same. You should...
Dehydrating Liquids in the Kitchen?
Thanks, Jess I tried the oven but it didnt work. My oven will not go any lower than 175. It sort of cooked the milk.
Dehydrating Liquids in the Kitchen?
Apple question. No. I meant a bite of apple with a bite of biscuit. But sometimes if on sale, I get Stouffers frozen harvest apples, cook them a few minutes in a saucepan with a pat of butter, a tiny pinch of allspice and a heaping tablespoon of brown sugar...
The Most Frugal Of All, Free Memories
Yes, I remember the frosted windows and trying to stay warm by huddling up to the cook stove or fire place. Seems you would freeze on one side and roast on the other. It took a long time to get accustomed to central heat. It never seemed warm enough.
The Most Frugal Of All, Free Memories
Click on this picture, Yall. I had no idea it would blow up so big.
The Most Frugal Of All, Free Memories
And heres the baby that was on the gurney when I was three and a half.
Getting Rid of Bugs in Human Hair?
A heavy coating of petroleum jelly applied to the whole scalp and then the scalp wrapped in plastic and left in place for 24 hours should suffocate and kill the bugs. One would be hard pressed to imagine why she wouldnt leave her scalp in place anyway, wrapped...
Getting Rid of Bugs in Human Hair?
This is too funny, A girl named Febreze with a cousin who uses Dawn. You wouldnt happen to have a cousin named Joy who uses Palmolive, would you?
Getting Rid of Bugs in Human Hair?
A dear friend once said to me, Doug, dont you know a piece of paper will lay there and let you write anything on it? (Same goes for keyboards and MS notepads).
Getting Rid of Bugs in Human Hair?
A heavy coating of petroleum jelly applied to the whole scalp and then the scalp wrapped in plastic and left in place for 24 hours should suffocate and kill the bugs. If nothing worked, I would shave my head before I would walk around with 6 nests of bugs in...
Deep Fried Cauliflower Appetizer
I have never cared for cauliflower. I find the taste too bland. If your recipe does for cauliflower what it sounds as if it would do, I wouldnt need a dipping sauce. Id like to try this. Im ready for something different. Thanks
Hair Breaking After Home Perm?
Considering your hair type, I would think Velcro rollers might be the best for you when setting your own hair. Theyre likely to be easier to use. If I were setting your hair, I probably would use magnetic rollers. Its just a matter of choice. Using them for...
Using Henna After Removing Hair Color?
Yes, you can. But, unless there is some reason you cant use regular hair color, I dont see any advantage of using henna. I do see a lot of disadvantages. And too, theres no such thing as black henna. A product with that name probably contains indigo dye along...
Hair Breaking After Home Perm?
Acid perms were all the rage for a while during the time I was in practice. They were processed with the heat of a dryer. The most popular of these had a urea acid base. Many a customer left the salon with their head smelling like urine. These perms were gentler...
Redyeing Hair to Brighten It?
Bleach is meant to be used on virgin hair. It is not made to be used as a treatment to correct color treated hair. It will, however, lift some of the previous red color, (though not as much as a color remover). If I were you, I would try one of the bright reds...
Buying Your First Car The Frugal Way
Show this to your husband and tell him to dream for a while. Its beautiful! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_-nFbqo80oI
Leaves Bending and Drooping on Spider Plant?
Some good advice here. Also, I would keep the plant isolated from the others til I had checked for insect infestation. Some that attack the spider plant are very tiny and hard to see, spider mites, etc.
Reporting Neighbor's Who Abuse Their Animals?
I dont think anyone here at ThriftyFun would want to know your address. But several of us are very interested in knowing which city you live in. The things you say go on there are so bizarre they sound fictional. If the police in your city are as corrupt as...
Reporting Neighbor's Who Abuse Their Animals?
You might want to contact PETA and SPCA and see if they can offer some helpful advice. First, you need to familiarize yourself with all the local city and county codes regarding the treatment of kept animals. For example: If you live in the city, I would be...
Identifying a Houseplant?
Im not sure what this plant is. I dont think its one of the suggested plants. It could be a type of Gesneriad, some of which have tiny red flowers and very hairy leaves. Do post back with a picture when it blooms.
Cades Cove Tennessee
What? No night clubs? No slot machines? No strippers on the runway? No Ferris wheels and water slides? No games of chance and fortune tellers? Sounds like my kind of get away. The Smokies are my mountains, too. And they are beautiful. Think of me the next time...
Rosemary Is Not Just For Cooking
I had never considered Rosemary as a landscape plant. Youve set me to thinking. Thanks
Crock Pot Brown Rice
All Ive ever cooked is long grain white. Its done in half an hour. Ive been thinking about cooking some brown but had no idea it took 2 1/2 hours. With that much cooking time, I can see how the crock pot would be ideal. (one of those set it and forget it things...
Bleaching Pillow Cases White?
I agree with every answer given here. You could buy new, white cases/ slips and use the light brown under the white. I always use 2 cases on a pillow, along with a zippered cover. Body oils and skin cells make their way through pillow cases. I had rather wash...
Re-dyeing My Hair?
Letters edged in black was the stuff of playful metaphor and fodder for the fainthearted lyricist, circa 1890. Alas, there seems to be no time when, or milieu where, hair with black edges is to be found apropos, from the houses of Haute Couture to the ash girl...
Dyeing Hair After Bleaching?
The level to which the hair has been pre bleached will determine the final results. There are two reasons the hair is pre bleached prior to toning with the final shade. First would be to remove dark pigment that would interfere with obtaining the desired results...
Peanut Butter And Poor Sleep
Thanks Jess Some interesting points in your reply. I dont think theres a connection to my medication as I noticed this 40 years ago when I was on no meds. It could be that I just have an uncommon sensitivity to something in peanut butter. Heres what really...
Permed Hair Frizzy?
If a perm did not take due to under processing, it should have been OK to get a re perm. By coloring your hair before the re perm, you pretty much ruined your chances of getting of getting a successful re perm. There are too many unknowns to give you proper...
Cream Puffs
Honey, these would put a hurtin on my diet (and I would love every minute of it). They look delicious, and beautiful, too!
Hair Dyeing Advice?
Your natural hair color is determined by genetics. Applying color to your hair wont change that. One week is a very short time to be seeing an obvious regrowth, even on dark hair bleached and toned a pale blond. One solution you might want to consider is choosing...
Cleaning Outdoor Cushions?
A lot of things would determine how you should clean those cushions and whether you want to clean the (usually) foam rubber inside. If the covers are zippered, I would remove them for cleaning. The covering material would have to be considered, some being made...
Differing Views on Snacking Before Meals?
Some very interesting points, here. Years ago, I was having a lot of problems with GERD. I called a national hotline and spoke with a gastroenterologist. He told me to never let my stomach get completely empty.
Permed Hair Only Curly at the Scalp?
Long, thick hair requires the use of more rods than some hairdressers think is necessary. Then they find out afterwards. Some of your hair even near the scalp looks completely straight. Judging from the hair that did curl, I dont think rod size was the problem...
Better Than Store Bought Cream Cheese Frosting
This is similar to the recipe I used to frost apple and carrot cake. Yes, it is good, very good. If you want less calories, you can use neufchatel cheese rather than cream cheese. Just as good. I recently bought a can of frosting. Any homemade would have been...
Using Temporary Hair Dye?
LOréal does offer a semi permanent line of hair coloring called Colorista. Most semi permanent colors last from six to nine shampoos. It has been my experience that they all leave some residual color that cannot be shampooed away. A good example is Clairols...
How Soon Can I Redye My Hair?
Going to a darker ash color will help tone down the auburn. But remember, the resulting color will be a combination of the auburn and the ash. Dark ash blonde shades can have a green base tone. The corrective color you have chosen could give you the exact color...
Where Are The Tangerines?
Thanks, Miz Pitts I too have had a couple of bad experiences with orders from Amazon. Ill have to say though, they made things right straight away and were very nice about it. Glad I rustled up some soul stirring memories for you.
How Long Do I Have to Wait to Re-dye Hair?
If you like the color, except for the depth, I suggest you reapply the same color. Maybe your hair is resistant or maybe you didnt leave the color on for the full development time or maybe the resulting color is as dark as it gets. Whatever the reason, dont...
