Save on Eating Out
Easiest way to save money when i go out is to order water rather than soft drinks or alcohol. The dining or eating out is for eating. We don't say 'drinking out'. I don't miss beverages at all
Using an Oven Bag in Crockpot?
There r specific crock pot liners in places like walmart and grocery stires
Label Each Person's Toothpaste
Use those extra coffee mugs or jars for this (unless I have little kids). If U have kids use one of the countless plastic cups they get with kids meals or even a tin can. They could make their own fun label too
Spoon Rest To Keep Counters Clean
I use chopsticks as coffee stirrers. I have some plastic ones I was and use over and over but even wood ones from takeout would work
Use a Plastic Plate Instead of Flower Pot Saucers
Frisbees are excellent plant saucers. I often get them with advertising on them. They are just deep enough to contain any drips , last forever and are free ,
Reduce Laundry by Reducing Clothes
Goodwill etc sell ubsaleable clothing in bales as rags so even donating clothing not wearable is a useful donation
Teacup Candles
Pieces of old crayons can be melted into the wax to color it-no need to buy a kit for coloring candles!
Uses for Banana Peels
Stag horn ferns love these. Tuck them in the back shield fronds where they decompose and feed the fern
Our Frugal Sustainable Wedding
Could u have rented dishes and flatware? Not sure how expensive that would be however
Fitted Twin Sheet as Party Tablecloth
Provide fabric msrkers or sharpies so guests can draw or write a birthday message. Use the same sheet every year!
Choosing Great Watermelon
I buy produce at a local market and usually have them cut it in half so I can see the inside. Pale pink vs red and sometimes a mushy appearance are no-go s and I have them cut Another one
Cashing In Pocket Change
In Walmart as well as some grocery chains if u use coin star and get a voucher from the machine u can use it as cash (no service fee)at the register
Being Frugal Around My Home
I'm sure u love ur dogs but it doesn't look like what u r feeding them is at all a healthy diet. What will u do when they get sick from malnutrition?
Caring for a 4 Week Old Puppy?
This puppy is way too young to be away from mom. No sooner than 8 weeks is preferred. This pup needs to be on a canine milk replacer formula from vet or pet store. Baby will not get adequate nutrition from what you are feeding. No RAW food Also suggest to backyard...
New Baby Frame
Even without the crochet booties this would be adorable I would use buttons from my stash
14th Birthday Party Ideas?
What do other kids do at parties? Even if their activities are out of your price range perhaps you can modify. Or how about asking every friend to plan 1 activity for the party that they think everyone would enjoy. Let them plan and execute it. You do need...
Thread Breaks When Sewing a Zig Zag Stitch?
Using old thread could be 1 problem, or you may need to change the needle. Needles get dull and threads will break
Test New Sheets Before Washing
I ALWAYS return things,including food, if it doesn't perform or fit, or last as long as it should. If I buy full sheets and they don't fit my full bed they go back, if I buy something that falls apart after washing or normal use it goes back. If food goes bad...
Removing a Willow Tree?
Pls do not use herbicides. Most herbicides are responsible for bee colony collapse. We need bees as pollinators and they are dying off because of herbicide use
Don't Be Shy Using Coins and Coupons
Some banks and credit unions that are free for their customers. Also some stores have coin stars that are free if you use the coin star money/voucher in that store. Read the signage on the machine. My Walmart does this
Keeping a Puppy Outside?
A 7 week puppy shouldn't even be separated from its mom. Why have a dog if you can't care for and protect it properly
Curtain and Accessory Color Advice?
Dark blue curtains will block a lot of light. And How about adding a pop of color like a bright yellow or green or a deep corAl. Maybe pick a color out of a piece of art?
Child Support and Social Security Benefits?
Did I read right that u just found out who your son's father is? You didn't know until now? How do u know definitively that this person was your son's father? All questions you will be asked by SS
Watering Hanging Baskets
Taking down or moving heavy baskets is a pain. I freeze water, sometimes with water soluble plant food, in empty water bottles, then invert the frozen bottles into the baskets right where they are. The ice melts slowly, soaking the soil and I dont have to lift...
Cross Stitch or Needlepoint Pattern for Stetson University?
If you havent been able to find a kit it is not hard to transfer an image to your canvas. Id be glad to explain it to you. Is it possible to communicate directly?
Plant Your Tomato in a Recycled Washing Machine Tub
This is very ugly and looks like the junk it is. Just because you can doesnt mean you should.
Plastic Bottle for Rehydrating Indoor Plants
I freeze water bottles with water, and sometimes liquid fertilizer, then remove the caps, invert in a plant and as the ice melts the water trickles into my plants rather than running out the drain hole.
Bone China Candle Cups
Wax has a low flash point and can catch on fire Melt in double boiler or set can with wax into a shallower pan with a few inches on a low flame. Or in micro or in can set inside electric skillet or on wax melt warmer as suggested. If on stove or micro stay...
Homemade Panko Breadcrumbs
I always make own panko-style crumbs. I put fresh or slightly stale bread in food processor, then spread those crumbs on baking sheet and in the oven at about 200 degrees or so. I let it dry about an hr or so, stirring occassionally
Bleaching Dye Out of a 100% Viscose Romper?
Extremely unlikely. Likely to wind up with a blotchy mess
Planning an Indoor Yard Sale
I hope you realize that getting a dog is about more than just getting-dogs are expensive and to be a good pet parent you need to be able to afford day to day expenses, grooming and vet care. If you choose to adopt a dog be sure you can afford planned and unplanned...
Blister on Dog's Skin?
Pls tell the groomer about this. Our dog had such a cyst and the groomer nicked it, it got infected and she needed surgery
Getting Rid of Snakes Without Poison?
Unless the snakes are poisonous pls let them be. Snakes are an important part of the ecosystem. Some eat rodents and even baby rattlers. Find out what snakes live in your area and it is pretty easy to identify them
Get Rid of House Flies with a Candle
When i serve food outdoors i toss a length of netting (cheap at a fabric store) over all the food. Easy for guests to see thru and they can flip it up to serve rhemselves. Toss it in the washer and use it again
What Is This Houseplant?
Oops, Just saw the dropped leaf. It is a fiddleleaf fig. Used distilled water on it-leaf tips burn easily
Compliment Companies to Receive Coupons and Perks
A number of years ago a pet product company flew my dog and me from CA to NJ to make a tv commercial as a result of such a letter!
Rubber Band as Car Cellphone Holder
A hair elastic would be more invisible and probably last longer than a rubber.band. that said, genius idea!
Removing Grease from Laminate Tabletop?
Have u tried simple green or Krudcutter which I can get home depot
Safe Purse While Shopping
This wont stop a thief but sure will slow them down. Keep an eye out anyway!
Frigidaire Ice Maker Leaking Water?
I just had a huge water damage is due to icemaker leak. Around 50k worth of house damage. Keep an eye on it and be sure to get it fixed ASAP
Slowing Down Morning Glory Infestation
Every time I see any post calling for Dawn I wonder if a less expensive dish soap would work are well?
Slowing Down Morning Glory Infestation
Please no ROUNDUP. Roundup is a big cause of new colony collapse. We need bees as pollinators and bee populations are in serious danger
Stopping Nail Biting Habit?
Plain rubbing alcohol tastes terrible, is cheap and should help. You can even get alcohol swabs, the kind used by people injecting insulin to wipe of nails after you wash ur hands
Double Check Sensor Tags Before Leaving Stores
When I went on a cruise, I found a sensor that had been left on the hem of my cocktail dress! I made a hole in the dress to remove it and when I returned home, I returned the dress to the store
Leave Car Keys on Bedside Table
Quite a long time before car alarms I was awakened by an intruder in my home. Because I am a teacher i carried a whistle on my key ring which I grabbed and started making lots of noise. Scared the intruder who ran off and awoke neighbors who ran in.
Using Thread to Untie Knots
For necklaces, put knotted chain on a plate and one drop of cooking oil. Use 2 pins to tease the knot apart. Oil makes it really easy.
Gardening By Trial And Error
Think about what u plant and avoid non-native invasive plants. I live in southern ca and pampas grass is invasive and hard to control
Wear Gardening Gloves For The Unexpected
Pampas grass is an extremely invasive plant, non-native in CA and a real nightmare to get rid of. It will choke out anything in the area. Not sure about how it grows in other regions but PLEASE do not cultivate it in CA.
Double Check Restaurant Receipts
I'n dine in restaurants I find errors at least 10% if the time. Sometimes these are significant. Always check
Chicken Salad Sandwiches
I use part greek yogurt in the dressing, sometimes part salad dressing like ranch or a creamy caesar. Yogurt reduces the fat from mayo and switches up flavor now and then
Container for Disposing of Kitchen Grease and Oil?
coffee cans, ice cream cartons (line w a plastic bag if necessary, milk cartons, (cut off the top w a sharp knife.
Removing Cigarette Smoke Smell from House?
The long-term solution might be to call in professionals.. Too important to mickey-mouse it.
17th Birthday Party Ideas?
How about attending a live play of some sort, maybe a musical, at a local venue like community theatre? These are often inexpensive, but your friends need to commit to attending as u will have to buy their tix all at once and tix are usually non-refundable...
Paper Clip Tape Marker
My tape gun end continually gets messed up, this will help and I could even use a nail when I am at workbench
Organizing Plastic Bags
Folding them? Really? What a waste of time? Stuff them into a tissue box or put them into bottom of wastebaskets so u have them at hand when u pull out and discard the one u gave filled w trash.
Giant Pom Pom Monster
Not suitable or safe for under 5 s. Eyes,chenille and stray threads can come off and be a choking hazard
Gluing Glass to Glass?
Use E6000, available pretty much everywhere. Get the clear kind as it does also come in black or white. I have used this to glue glass to glass, ceramic to ceramic, it works easily, cleanly and permanently. Let dry overnite to be on safe side.
14th Birthday Party Ideas?
Trampoline place or laser tag or go carts-all of these are in N County, S.D. and probably all over the county. What about a paint-your-own ceramics party. Likely you can bring own snacks and cake to latter.
Reusing Coffee Grounds for Gardening?
any acid-loving plant will love coffee grounds-hydrangea, roses, citrus, begonia-google acid-loving plants. Starbucks will even give you their used coffee grounds for your garden
Donating Craft Supplies?
A school or Sunday School would love to have these. Teachers spend many of their own dollars to buy craft and educational supplies from their own pockets so any donation helps. Yould be amazed how resourceful teachers can be to use any odd thing.
Inexpensive Party Table for 4th Birthday?
Oh course you can! Make your own cake, easy with a mix. Color frosting to match theme, ie red and blue if her has a spiderman interest. A few generic colored napkins and solid plates, etc. Serve an easy and inexpensive home-made punch-a mix of sherbet and 7...
Frugal Parenting
Reading to your child from an early age greatly contributes to development on all areas. Library is your friend
