I have used both Craigslist and Freecycle with GREAT success. BUT recently in my area there have been some VERY violent crimes where people have posted items and used it as a trap to get people alone. So if you do decide to use these sites please make sure you make your transactions in very public places and if possiable not alone. ... View related article.
I do this every week with all different large pieces of meat. I use a roast beef, ham; turkey, or 2 chickens ( I have a large family so I need lots). The first night is always the formal traditional dinner and I just roast the meat and have it with sides, the next meal is a sandwich or casserole that uses pieces of the meat, the third is usually ham salad, chicken salad, turkey salad or a garden salad with pieces of the meat on it and the 4th is always soup!! I have a baby so I usually give her pieces of the meat during the week when the kids are having something she is too little to eat or I use it for breakfast. Like ham and eggs I have 4 children and 1 income and my grocery bill is $100.00 a week this is one tip that help keeps it that way. ... View related article.
A florist will have the one that holds cards call a local florist and ask them. They may have or know how to get bigger ones. ... View related article.
Similar to the previous idea. I would spread some photos in different sizes and shaped frames all along the table along with some votive candles in different containers. Be creative a candle can go in anything glass, mason jars, brandy glasses, glode vases etc. Also spread some treats out too. Like their favorite candy, or some chocolate truffles, or conversation hearts. Remember a centerpiece does not need to be one piece! Have fun! ... View related article.
