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Frugal Fourth of July Activities
Frugal Fourth of July Activities On the Fourth of July, we try to do a lot of activities that include our family and friends; cooking out, covered dish dinner, making ice cream in the old fashioned crank freezer, or having a watermelon cutting. These activities can be enjoyed by the young and old.
Cultivating Patience: Growing Woodland Ferns From Spores
Cultivating Patience: Growing Woodland Ferns From Spores Ferns are commonly found in the wild and are well adapted to woodland environments in most parts of the country. Many of the ferns you see for sale commercially in your area are the same species you find living in the wild.
My Frugal Life: Recession? What Recession?
My Frugal Life: Recession? What Recession? It is almost funny to us, to hear these people on the news talking about the recession and how they are losing their homes and can't buy the things they want anymore. I just don't have the sympathy for them I guess.
Canada Day Is July 1st
Canada Day Is July 1st I am happy to read how much many members enjoy the U.S. 4th of July holiday. We here, in Canada, celebrate Canada Day the 1st of July. Canada Day is the day we celebrate Canada's independence from the British commonwealth.
BPA: Why Reusing Plastics May Be Dangerous
BPA: Why Reusing Plastics May Be Dangerous Did you know your plastic is killing you? Sorry for the dramatic title, but I had to get your attention because it's true. Being a thrifty person, especially in the kitchen, I have always reused plastic food containers from the grocery store.
Craft Project: Placemats and Napkins
Craft Project: Placemats and Napkins Cut 6 front fabric, 13x18 inches. Cut 6 fabric backings, 13x18 inches. Cut 6 pieces, 13x18 inches, of interfacing. Layer placemat pieces front and back facing together and interfacing on top (see photo), pin in place.
The Weekly Worries
The Weekly Worries This week we're conducting an experiment in our house. Each weekend, we reluctantly run errands that total $200 or more. It's depressing. They're not meaningless, bored shopping trips; they're planned trips for essential items.
Craft Project: Picket Fence Garden Hanger
Craft Project: Picket Fence Garden Hanger This garden hanger was made from old leftover barn wood and fence boards from previous projects, a recycled clay pot and baling wire. It is simple and quick and can easily be hanging on your garden gate by noon.
Turning Up The Heat: Growing Hot Peppers
Turning Up The Heat: Growing Hot Peppers Many gardeners are developing a passion for hot peppers. With all of the exciting colors, shapes, tastes, and degrees of heat for every palate, it's easy to see why. Here are some helpful tips for selecting and growing hot peppers.
Craft Project: Dog Bed
Craft Project: Dog Bed This has an inside pillow filled with fiberfill and a removable cover for washing with a pocket so my dog thinks he is sleeping "under the blankets".
Craft Project: Americana Crocheted Coasters
Craft Project: Americana Crocheted Coasters Using tan, burgundy and navy yarn, you can make these wonderful star shaped coasters for indoor or outdoor use this summer.
Craft Project: Garden Picks
Craft Project: Garden Picks Garden picks to stick in your plants and flowers that are planted in pots. Watch them seem to fly when the wind blows.
Craft Project: Americana Door Decor
Craft Project: Americana Door Decor This craft is so simple, not only because of it's design, but because you can customize it any way you want.
Craft: Gourd "Sprouts"
Craft: Gourd "Sprouts" Introducing "Sprouts", I just love these little people (gourds.) They are the perfect baby shower gift. I do personalize them with the date, weight, and name of the new born baby.
Craft Project: Quilt Square Pillows
Craft Project: Quilt Square Pillows Don't throw away those quilt squares. If you made too many squares while making a quilt, keep them and make a pillow to match the quilt or just to use on your bed or chair for decoration.
Craft Project: Stained Glass Butterfly
Craft Project: Stained Glass Butterfly Make these butterflies with colorful, lacy wings, and use them to decorate your windows.
Craft: Terra Cotta Garden Birdbath
Craft: Terra Cotta Garden Birdbath I just wanted to show my bird bath. I got the idea from one of your readers on Thrifty.com. I think it turned out quite nicely.

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Featured Pet

Mowgli (Siberian Husky) and Shai (Malamute)
Mowgli (Siberian Husky) and Shai (Malamute) Mowgli the white open faced one and Shai the one with a mask. Mowgli is 7 and Shai is 2. Mowgli is a Siberian Husky and Shai is a Malamute.
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ThriftyFun Contests

ThriftyFun has 4 contests: Tips, Photos, Recipes and Pets. You can view recent posts below.

Tip Contest

Thumbs UpFrugal Fourth of July Activities
Thumbs UpAvoid Watering Down Your Summer Drinks
Thumbs UpPreventing Scratches on Floors
Thumbs UpSeparating Coffee Filters
Thumbs UpPool Toy Storage
Thumbs UpExterminating Bugs From A Microwave
Thumbs UpRecycle Plastic Bottles to Water Plants
Thumbs UpMake Sun Tea for Summer Events
Thumbs UpKeep Mosquitoes Away With Listerine
Thumbs UpDispense Bleach Slowly
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Photo Contest

Emergency Sewing Kit
Emergency Sewing Kit Have you ever lost a button when away from home? Well, I have several times and have needed an emergency sewing kit. I have been trying to think of a way to make one to go into my purse that didn't take a lot of room.
Garden: Use A Strawberry Pot For Flowers
Garden: Use A Strawberry Pot For Flowers This planter, A.K.A strawberry planter, was planted with the plants' needs in mind. The very bottom plants are Portulaca, very drought tolerant. They thrive on the bottom because they won't get over saturated.
Garden: White Poppy
Garden: White Poppy This is a white Poppy I got about 8 years ago. It took about 3 years before it ever bloomed. This is a picture of the last flower left this season. The bloom is 7 inches in diameter.
Garden: Hibiscus
Garden: Hibiscus I just love this Hibiscus and wanted to share it with the ThriftyFun Family and Friends.
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Recipe Contest

Thumbs UpEasy Camping Chicken Dish
Thumbs UpMock Ice Cream Sandwich
Thumbs UpN.Y. Kraut Chili Dogs
Thumbs UpRed, White and Blueberry Dessert
Thumbs UpBaked Eggs
Thumbs UpBlueberry Pudding
Thumbs UpFergosa Bread
Thumbs UpZiploc Ice Cream
Thumbs UpCreamy Frozen Fruit Pops
Thumbs UpSt. James the Major Brownies
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Pet Contest

Winston (Cairn Terrier)
Winston (Cairn Terrier) Winston is a 2 year old Cairn Terrier. I got my pet at a local flea market,when he was 4 months old. He likes to chase bumblebees, play with his ball,and play with our other 3 dogs a Yorkie and 2 German Shepherds.
Marking the Date Purchased on Food
When I return from grocery shopping, I use a sharpie marker and write the date on the outside of such items as eggs, salad dressings and mayonnaise. That way as my week progresses, I know what is the oldest and what really needs to get used up.
Bumper (Himalayan)
Bumper (Himalayan) Bumper is a year old Himalayan. We took Bumper in at 8 weeks old, from a breeder. She was going to be euthanized because she was born with no eyes. The breeder felt she would not be sold, or have a quality of life.
Bella (Shepherd/Husky)
Bella (Shepherd/Husky) Bella is a 3 month old Shepherd/Husky mix. Friends of ours foster for the local humane society, and we adopted her at 8 weeks old. She likes to run, chase the cats and kids, go for walks. She is very smart. She can sit and walk on a leash and loves to be brushed and bathed.
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Source for Soil Analysis Values for Avocados
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Growling Pitbull Puppy
I have a 5 month old Pit puppy and when new people try to approach her, she puts her tail between her legs and growls. I'm afraid she'll bite someone. What can I do?
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Getting Vaseline Off a Couch
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Housewarming Gift Etiquette
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Teflon Coming Off George Foreman Grill
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Painting Cabinets to Coordinate with "Tomato" Walls
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Cappuccino Ice Cream Punch
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Recipe for Gluten-free Pasta
I would like a recipe for gluten-free pasta for the Ron Popeil pasta machine. My son-in law has Celiac disease. Thank you.
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Washing Your Car With Dish Soap
Is it safe to wash your car with dish soap?
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Disposal Backs Up Into Sink
My disposal gets clogged, when using the dishwasher and backs up into sink. How can I stop this?
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Craft Using a Wedding Invitation
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Ivy Houseplant Has Brown Spots
My Ivy houseplant has brown spots on some of the leaves. What is causing this?
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