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Homemade Sugar Scrub?I have made a body scrub using brown sugar, baby oil, aloe vera, and vitamin E. The problem I found with this is it is so oily. Can you use water and half oil? Many thanks.

 

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Freezing Breadcrumbs?Would anyone know if you can freeze breadcrumbs and if so, for how long? Many thanks.

 

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Milk Thistle for Liver Health?I have heard that milk thistle is good for liver problems. Can anyone confirm this and if so what are the side effects? Many thanks.

 

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No Yeast Pizza Crust?I want to know if anyone has a recipe for homemade pizza dough, without using yeast. Also, how do I shape the pizza dough, without a pizza baking pan? Many thanks.

 

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Slow Cooker Energy Usage?I was reading Deeli's tips for using a slow cooker. I have received one recently that someone didn't use and I just wondered if they use a lot of electric? Many thanks Deeli for sharing another great tip.

 

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Frugal Storage Ideas?I am moving to a small 1 bedroom flat and need some funky ideas for storage for my craft stuff, also everything else. I hope ThriftyFun members can help me. Many thanks.

 

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Do Derma Fillers for Wrinkles Work?I was reading an article about derma fillers for wrinkles. Does anyone know if these work and which is the best one to buy? Many thanks.

 

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Storing Clothing in a Small Apartment?I moved to a small apartment and the bedroom is very small. I need some ideas for storing clothes. I have two small sets of drawers and a hanging rail but the rail looks out of place.

 

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Making Potpourri Using Gelatin and Essential Oils?Can you make your own potpourri using gelatin and essential oil? Many thanks.

 

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Homemade Lipstick Does Not Stay on Long?I made some lipstick with my granddaughter just using the Vasoline (petroleum jelly) and eye shadow. It looks really nice, but when we tried it it only stayed on for about 20 mins., even after putting lip gloss over it.

 

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Treatment for Thinning Hair?Would anyone know how to thicken my thinning hair? I am 60 years old, so I know I am not going to have young hair again, but it is really embarrassing.

 

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Computer Keeps Freezing and Running Slow?Hi, TF members my computer keeps freezing and also running very slow. Can anyone help? Many thanks.

 

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Do Fruits and Vegetables Lose Nutritional Value When Frozen?I have been given some fruit and vegetables, more than I would eat in a week. I have decided to freeze most of the veggies and some of the fruit. Does anyone know if much of the vitamins and minerals are lost in the freezing of them? Many thanks.

 

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Buying Small Jars and Bottles?I hope someone can help me with this. I make my own skincare products and would like to give these as Christmas presents to family and friends.

 

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What is a Chili Brick for Use in a Dip Recipe?I was reading a tip on the recipes for chili dip and it stated to use half a chili brick. What's that? As I live in the U.K, I have never heard of it. Many thanks.

 

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Making Candles from Old Wax?I am making candles from left over candle wax. Does anyone know an alternative way to get rich colour in them apart from buying candle dyes? Many thanks.

 

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Websites Offering Free Computer Software Classes?I was wondering if anyone knows if there are any web sites where I could download free computer courses starting with beginners and moving up (not to the advanced level). I have Googled it, but the ones that state they are free, are not.

 

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Storing Homemade Facial Peels?I am going to experiment with some homemade fruit facial peels. One of the ingredients is gelatin and I intend to use papaya as the main ingredient. Can I store it in the fridge for a few days if I have extra? Many thanks.

 

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Where Can I Get Oat Flour for Facial Masks?Would anyone know what oat flour is? I want to experiment with some facial masks until I find the right one and this oat flour comes up a lot.

 

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Making Soap Using Melt and Pour?I have been making soap using "melt and pour" soap with some success. But the only thing at the moment that I cannot master is when I tried to add oatmeal to make an exfoliating soap. The oats sink to the bottom.

 

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Making a Fragrance Lamp?Does anyone have any ideas for making pretty oil burners? I have looked for unusual ones, but they are too expensive for my budget. Many thanks.

 

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Best Cosmetic Clay For Homemade, Mature Skin Care Products?I have started to experiment with homemade skin products and essential oils, having read an article about the chemicals in skin products. I would like to start making natural peels and face masks. Could anyone tell me which is the best cosmetic clay to purchase for mature skin?

 

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Making Barbie Doll Clothes?I am trying to make a new set of clothes for my grandaughter's barbie dolls, but am finding it difficult because they are so small. Has anyone any good tips on how to do this? Many thanks.

 

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Translating the Names of Essential Oils from Turkey?I went on holiday to Turkey last September. I bought some essential oils from a shop that was recommended. The problem is I have lost the translation for them even though the shopkeeper was English.

 

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Simmering Granules for Fragrance Oil Burner Have Chemical Odor?I recently bought 2 small bags of simmering granules for my oil burners. I have been using oil in them, but decided to try these. However even though I put a tsp in my burner it seemed to give off a chemical smell. The ones I bought were baby powder and vanilla

 

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Downloading and Playing Movies on My Computer?Many thanks to the replies. I still can't open the downloaded movies with AVI on them. Here is what comes up: "Windows media player cannot play the file. The player might not support the file type or might not support the codec that was used to compress the file".

 

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Using Foil Covered Cardboard to Reflect Radiator Heat?I was reading somewhere on TF that if you covered cardboard in foil shiny side out it will help throw out more heat from radiators. Do you cut the card the length of the radiator and how far down the radiator do you place it?

 

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Homemade Bath Bombs Do Not Fizz?Hi again. Well I made the homemade bath bombs, but they are not fizzy. Here are the ingredients I used: 1 part citric acid, 2 parts bicarbonate of soda, colour, and essential oil (a few drops), also 1 part Epsom salts.

 

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What is Sugar Cane?Can anyone tell me, what is cane sugar? Is it the ordinary granulated sugar? Many thanks. Helen xx

 

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Liquid Lipstick Dries Up Quickly?I use the liquid long lasting lipstick, the type that comes with lipstick on one end and gloss the other end. The problem is they seem to dry up quickly and as they are expensive; I wondered if anyone knows how to make these last longer. Many thanks.

 

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Where Can I Buy Baking Emulsions in the UK?I was reading about a recent tip on T/F about using bakery emulsions instead of extracts. It sounds like a better idea, but what are they? Where would I buy them? Also are they expensive? Many thanks.

 

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Drying Fruit and Meat Without a Dehydrator?Is it possible to dry your own fruit? I do freeze some, but would dry them if possible. I am not sure if you can do this without some special equipment. Many thanks. Helen xx

 

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Growing Beets in Containers?I moved to a small flat last November. I have started to try and grow herbs in containers. I was given some beetroot seeds. Would I be able to grow these in containers, too? Many thanks.

 

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Making Simmering Granules?I recently put a request on ThriftyFun for how to make my own simmering granules. I had a reply, but seem to have lost it. Can anyone help? It's the ones made from salt. Many thanks.

 

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Homemade Candle Wicks?I have been making candles from leftover candle wax. As there are no craft shops near me to buy candle wicks, I have used string dipped a few times in wax. The problem I have is they burn well to begin with, but then they go out.

 

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Making Extracts?Because extracts are expensive to buy I am making my own. At the moment I am doing vanilla extract and lemon extract. The lemon one smells lovely, but the vanilla one still smells of Vodka. It's only been 1 week since I have stored these.....

 

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Making a Barbie Doll House?I am trying to make a barbie dollhouse and furniture for my granddaughter. Does anyone have instructions or photos? I am not having much luck with my efforts. I am using tips from ThriftyFun members using household products. Many thanks.

 

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Tips for Stretching Butter?I was reading a tip on how to make butter go a long way. It stated to warm the butter slightly, then add equal amount of canola oil then blend together.

 

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Preventing an Ink Cartridge From Drying Out?How do you stop printer ink cartridges from going dry?

 

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Butter Conversion for Europe?As I live in the U.K our weighing measurements are different. Could anyone tell me what a stick of butter is or weighs? Many thanks.

 

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Using Fresh Grape Juice for Line and Wrinkles?I was reading that if you cut some grapes in half and gently crush onto your face where lines or wrinkles are its very good for them. Could anyone tell me what's in the grapes that would be good for mature skin? Apparently if used for a period of time it is supposed to help reduce them.

 

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Making Soap Without Lye?I was reading information about making soap products someone had posted on ThriftyFun. Is it possible to make nice soap i.e., glycerin without using lye? As I have never tried to make soap, I wondered if it there was a way to do this. Many thanks. Helen xx

 

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Storing Foaming Bath Butter?I have made some exfoliating sugar scrub with foaming bath butter. Would anyone know how long this will last? I go away on holiday in two weeks and made two tubs of medium size.

 

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Water and Pennies Home Remedy for Flies?I was reading on T/F about a remedy for deterring flies using pennies, basil, and water in a Ziploc bag. How does this work and would it work indoors? Many thanks. Helen xxx

 

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Instructions for an Easy Patchwork Throw?Does anyone have any very simple ways to make a patchwork quilt? I also would like some ideas on how to put colours together, as I have a lot of cotton squares.

 

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Using Neroli Oil for Mature Skin?I have read that neroli essential oil is good for mature skin. I know you can't use it directly on skin. Does anyone know what it is mixed with and also how many drops to add? Many thanks.

 

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Recipes Using Leftover Scones?Would anyone know what to use left over scones for? I don't want to throw them away. They are going hard, but not off right now. I have heated them in the microwave for a couple of seconds, but they are not right. Many thanks. Helen xxx

 

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Making Cardboard Box Dollhouses?I have made a doll's house out of small cardboard boxes (not shoe boxes, but a little bit bigger). I have done each room separately so I have 4 separate boxes. Would anyone know what would be a good covering for this when joined together to make it more sturdy?

 

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Choosing the Right Rotary Cutter?I am going to attempt a small patchwork quilt or end of bed throw and as I know nothing about patchwork or cutting would anyone have any advice on this?

 

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Making Doll Furniture From Household Items?I am looking for ideas for making doll's furniture out of items in the home.

 

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Candles Made from Recycled Wax Burn Down Much Faster?I have been making candles from leftover candlewax, but they are burning down very quickly. Does anyone have any idea what the problem can be? Many thanks.

 

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Mixing Essential Oils for Facial Care Products?Could anyone help me? I am trying to find information (free) for mixing essential oils with carrier oils for skin use. I know about the carrier oils, but I would like a list of what the best oils are and which oils go together best for facial use.

 

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Where Can I Download Free Videos for Basic Sewing Instructions?Would anyone know of a web site where I can download, for free, complete sewing instructions in video form? I need something really basic as it is something I can't master without seeing how it's done.

 

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Homemade Almond Extract?I have recently made some vanilla extract, also lemon extract. Does anyone know how to make almond extract? Many thanks.

 

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Making Oven Chips?I want to make good oven chips for the grandchildren instead of buying them. Can anyone help? I have tried making them, but they turn out very dry when cooked. Many thanks.

 

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Storing Essential Oils?I have just started to use essential oils for my skincare and have read how to store them. What I would like to know would it be better to store the oils in my fridge to prolong the shelf life or just keep them in the dark bottles in a cupboard. Many thanks.

 

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Making an Indoor Water Feature?Would anyone have any ideas on how to make an indoor water feature? I live in a flat and I miss the one I had in my garden. I wonder if this is possible? Many thanks.

 

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Safely Downloading Emodicons?Hi. Would anyone know how to get emoticons free on my computer? When I have clicked to receive them there is usually a charge. Many thanks.

 

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Is it Safe to Use an Aspirin Face Mask?I am into alternative homemade skin products and was reading about an aspirin face mask. You add 4 aspirin to 1 tsp of water and when dissolved apply to face avoiding the eyes. You leave on for 15 minutes. Would this be harmful?

 

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Making Papier Mache Beads?Does anyone know how to make papier mache beads for bracelets to make with my granddaughter? Many thanks.

 

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Leather Suite Cleaning?I have acquired an old leather suite, which I have tried cleaning as the dirt is ground in. I have cleaned it with white vinegar and olive oil with a few drops of lemon oil, but this didn't work. Can anyone help me with this? Many thanks.

 

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Substituting Unflavored Gelatin for Pectin When Making Jam?I have been given a lot of rhubarb and thought I would make some jam. What I would like to know is can you use powdered gelatin instead of pectin? Many thanks. Helen xxx

 

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Buying a Vacuum Storage Machine for Food?I want to buy a vacuum storage machine for food. I was wondering if I would need to buy the special food vacuum bags that seem to be advertised with the machines? If so, has anyone got any tips on the best machine to purchase? Thanks.

 

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Buying Ivory Soap in the UK?I was reading someone's request in regards to cleaning a half leather couch. It was suggested to use Ivory soap, as I live in the U.K, could anyone tell me what this is? Maybe there is a substitute I can buy here. Many thanks.

 

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UK Substitute for Corn Starch ?I was looking at a recipe for making homemade bath bombs. One of the ingredients was cornstarch. What is this? We have cornflour in the U.K is it the same? Many thanks.

 

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