Daily Thrifty Tips - November 21, 2008

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Have a great weekend!

Thanks for reading,

Susan

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Craft Project: Milkweed Ornaments (Santa Pods)

This one is easy enough for kids. It's cheap and quick so kids in Scouts or groups can make several for gifts. I wrapped mine, using red and white tulle which comes on a roll. I closed the ends with tinsel pipe cleaners and added beads on the end. You could use curling ribbon, too, but the pipe cleaners are faster. Makes a nice presentation and the person can see your project if they don't feel like opening it this minute.

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Craft Project: Tissue Box Turkey

This is a cute craft to make from materials you most likely have around the house.

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Craft Project: Make Personalized Photo Gift Tags

Picture name tags for gifts. This works great for any gift giving holiday or occasion.

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Henry (Basset/Pointer)

Henry is 8 and is a Basset/Pointer mix. We had lost our Chihuahua to heart failure, and I was just looking at adoption sites, pining for my "Razz". I saw Henry's pic on find a pet; I thought it was cute the way they described him (mom was a basset, dad was a traveling salesman), and he was a little funny-looking, a freckled basset. Bf wanted to go look at him, and we wound up adopting him Dec '05

He's all hound, so it's either nose straight to the ground and track, or do his best to grab at the squirrels in the yard..He's also a major lover of car rides, and hasn't met an "indestructible" toy he can't destroy, yet!

My bf bought a toy poodle for me as a Valentine's gift 1 1/2 yrs ago. We were kind of worried about him taking to her, since he's on the jealous side. We brought this puff of fur in, introduced them, and within half an hour she was climbing all over him, him with a look like "the things I put with" on his face. She bonded with him, now she thinks she's a hound, lol When she goes outside, she runs to get him, like he has to go with her. You can also set your clock by Henry, if he's outside; He howls with the noon and 6pm whistle, which Buffy the poodle tries to do, too, sometimes. Poodles are NOT meant to howl LOL

By Joy from Dexter, IA

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Craft Project: Thanksgiving Card

Transform patterned paper into wonderfully personal greeting card. One creative way is to make both folded card and pop-up.

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Garden: Growing Melons In A Small Space

Growing Melons and other vegetables in a small space. In the foreground is where I grow cucumbers on the twine trellis and to the right further back is where I grow melons on a twine trellis. The box on the right is for garlic, on the left tomatoes and peppers. A little beans and carrots grow with the cucumbers. Crop rotation is important. When the melons get over 3 inches, I put mesh around them and us hooks to hang them from.

By Melmar from Lincoln park, MI

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Craft: Gourd-geous Wreath!

I saved the gourds from my garden and hot glued them to an old vine wreath and added some ribbon and a poem. November Blessings to you all!

By Wendy S from Coopersburg, PA

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Warming Yourself Up

Feeling kind of cold? Here is a tip to help you warm up without turning the thermostat up. Use your hair dryer. You can point it at the place where you feel the coldest. I warm up the back of my neck at the hairline, warms me right up. Another way is to take a 24 ounce plastic pop bottle and fill it with hot water then place it under your arm or hold it on the back of your neck. That really hits the spot. :-)

By Herman J. from Midland, MI

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Family Vintage Photo Gift Idea

This is an inexpensive gift idea. I found a vintage photograph of a great-great-great aunt of my husband's riding a bull. It was too fabulous to do nothing with so I scanned it, made prints (about 18 cents each), and glued the photo to the front of blank note cards I got at a craft store (big pack of maybe 48, including envelopes, for about $5 with a coupon). I made sets of 12, tied them together with a pretty ribbon, and gave to people in my husband's family. They loved them!

By Britt Y. from Boston, MA

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Use Lavender Oil to Repel Mosquitoes

I reside in Naples, Florida where we have many mosquitoes in the summer, during rainy season. I went to the local flea market and bought a $1 bottle of Lavender oil. I have found that putting a few drops on my wrists, neck, ankles, behind the knees keeps the mosquitoes away. I actually see the pesky insects flying around my legs, but they do not land and bite! I have been using this remedy for years and told all my friends, who also use it.

By Tina T. from Naples, FL

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Use Prescription Bottles for Storing Quarters

I take several Rx every month and I accumulate lots of empty bottles. Someone posted that these make nice places to hold screws, nails, etc. But what I use them for is storing my State quarters. Each bottle holds $10 worth of quarters.

What makes this a frugal thing is that fact that these can be grabbed for a quick last minute birthday gift. Take of the labels and if you desire you can decorate with contact type paper. College kids love getting quarters and so do younger kids.

I also know of a place that does take the empty bottles to recycle to other nations. I have a bag full waiting to take. I think in my area this place only takes the bottles once a month on a specific day.

By Patricia from Spring Lake, NC

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Be a Good Sport When Buying for Yankee Swaps

Just a reminder about Yankee Swaps, Dirty Santas, Chinese Christmases, etc., those gift exchanges where someone opens a present, the next person opens another gift and can trade gifts with the first person, a third contestant opens a gift and can trade with either of the first two players, on and on.

Many people think these are loads of fun and everyone enjoys them heartily. Obviously, they've never been the one stuck with a used competition Frisbee or a 20-year-old device that helps meat thaw faster. I have, every time, but I've hidden my frustration well - while my gift was one of the hotly traded ones. There's gonna be some clinkers in the exchange, and somebody somewhere's gonna get stuck with the Dollar Tree faux-Nerf football - and it's usually the person who provided that really nice wine glass set. Not much anyone can do about it, but encourage your 'contestants' to give something nice, not something they grabbed out of the cellar on the way to the party.

I am grateful for any gift I'm lucky enough to get, but it's gotten so I cringe whenever I hear the 'lets do the swap thing again this year!" and try to avoid it while enjoying everything else. Dropping stuff off at Goodwill on the way home from the party is kind of a downer...

By Dorrie from Norman OK

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Use Your CD Cases For Their Original Purpose

Ever wonder how to re-use the containers that you buy your CD's or DVD's in? Well, we use them to hold our music CD's, instead of going out and buying a CD case of some sort!

By Jamie from Minneapolis, MN

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Refill Snack Fruit Cups

I am a mom of four and a very frugal. If I buy applesauce cups for the kids, I don't throw them away. I wash them and make my own fruit cups to pack in their lunch. I cover the tops with Press 'n Seal. I buy the big cans of fruit (peaches, pineapple, fruit cocktail) from Sam's or Costco and can make many fruit cups much cheaper than paying over $2 for 4 cups.

By Oddeven Mom from Greensboro, NC

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Raking Leaves on Acreage

DON'T DO IT BY HAND! If you have large acreage and/or lots of deciduous trees, better to use a lawn vacuum. I bought a used one (it's all steel, so I recycled, in a sense: when is the last time you saw one of those tow-behind-your-garden tractor vacuums made of steel?) about 30 years old.

It has a 5 horsepower engine, and uses the mower discharge via a large hose. The 5 horse engine provides the vacuum and simultaneously chops up the leaves to make a finely cut mulch. We deposit this directly onto the garden, and the rest is deposited onto our tillable acreage. It saves soooo much time, and you don't get blisters. I've seen new versions of this that are collapsible and lightweight, and cost around $1,000.

If you have large acreage, you probably have a lawn or garden tractor that will tow this attachment easily. Get one if you don't currently own one! No, I do not have a farm equipment business!

By Scott and Sheri from Hebron, NY

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Getting More POP Out of Your Popcorn

You don't have to buy gourmet popcorn.

When making popcorn, I have found it is better not to heat the oil on a high heat at first. I know this may sound stupid, but the kernels get more more heat distribution if you start out slow. (Think: You don't cook prime rib steak on blazing heat from the get go; you'll end up burning parts and other parts will be undercooked.) After hearing the first few kernels pop, turn up the heat. Cook as normal.

I think you will find less kernels than before. I have and I buy store brand. My friends wonder why there are so little kernels left. They think I have used gourmet popcorn like ORVILLE REDENBACHER. HA. HA. HA.

It's like my grandma letting the city cousins think they were drinking delivered milk when all she was doing was putting the family cow's milk in a bottle she found!

By the way, I don't ever use a popcorn machine.

By Tim from Science Hil, KY

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Turn Lawn Into Garden With Plastic

We made a 30x20 foot garden in our back yard with plastic and cement blocks. You do not have to remove grass. Put down plastic or a thick layer of news papers, and place cement blocks on top around the edge of the space. Then, fill it with compost or manure. You have a garden without weeds or grass for years. Add more compost as needed every year. I get manure from Lowe's in 40 pound bags, I have a garden all the year, I also make flower beds the same way.

By Kathleen from Dothan, AL

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Free Whopper at Burger King

Burger King has an 800 number on the back of their receipts to call in to answer survey questions. After you do so, you will be given a code number to write onto the back of that receipt. You can turn that receipt in for a free whopper or original chicken sandwich and you do not have to order anything to get your choice or pay any taxes.

You will even get another receipt to use for the same thing. They always have this promotion, it never ends. So take advantage of it. The survey questions only take a moment and you get a $2 free meal item to enjoy. They do not expire, so save your receipts.

By Julie from TN

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Save Egg Shells in Cartons for Planting Next Spring

When using eggs in my cooking, I try to break the shells near one end. The smaller piece of broken shell goes into the compost bowl, the larger part of the shell I put back into the empty egg carton and save for spring when I fill the shells with soil and start my seedlings in them. They are lightweight and easy to move around. When the plants have developed roots and are ready to transplant into the ground you just lift them shell and all and plant them in the garden. The egg shell will fertilize and nourish the plant. It will be off to a good start!

By Deborah from Terre Hill, PA

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Kitchen Paint Color Advice

I have emerald green Corian counters (with black, white and gold/beige flecks) and maple cabinets in my kitchen. I am in the process of painting my walls BM Honeymoon, which is dark gold. I'm not sure if these colors go together and would appreciate feedback.

Jen from NJ

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Permanent Marker on 100% Polyester

Can you tell me how to get red permanent marker (Sharpie) off a white 100% polyester shirt? (I know the first way is to make sure it is closed before you put it in your pocket.)

Joe

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Dog Potty Training Problems

My Min Pin, Rocky, is 2 1/2 years old. I got him when he was one, and the lady that had him first never trained him. No matter how often or for how long we walk him, he still insists on doing his business in the house, usually on a rug. I'm at my wits end! Also, he insists on barking at everything and everyone. Even if it's me coming in the door. Any help would be SO greatly appreciated!

Corrin from Chicago, IL

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"Keylogger" to Monitor Children's Internet Usage

Does anyone use a "keylogger" to keep up with their children online? I need advice on which one to use. Thanks.

Jean from Tennessee

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Remembering My Mother at Thanksgiving

I just lost my mom 3 weeks ago. Can someone give me some info on how to make Thanksgiving special in honor of her? This will be a rough time for my family and I would like to make this a memorable one. Thank you.

Dee from Shallotte, NC

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Dishwasher Leaves Food Stuck on Plates

After I wash dishes in the dishwasher there is always pieces of food on my dishes. How do I fix this?

Jennifer from Tempe, AZ

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Grape Juice Skin Recipe

Somewhere on this site is a skin recipe using grape juice, but for the life of me, I can't find it. Is there anyone out there that can help me, please? Thank you!

metroplex from Houston, TX

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Adding More Resin to Countertops

I just painted and coated my bathroom countertop according to some of the posts from this site. There are some spots that need more resin because they are too thin. Can I pour it now (24 hrs) or do I have to wait until the hard cure (72 hours)? Thanks.

Elliott from New Hampshire

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Buying a Wheeled Dog Cart

Does anyone know where to buy a dog wheelchair? My doxie, Zuzu, has lost the use of her back legs. There are lots of wheelchairs on the internet, especially Ebay. But I'd like to see it first since she is so tiny.

Pat from Coplay

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Pomeranian Barks Too Much

My Pomeranian barks a lot, it's driving us crazy. What can we do to get it to not bark so much?

Susan from Tampa, FL

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Pop Can Ring Snowflakes

I want to learn how to make snowflakes out of plastic can ties.

Susan

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Crocheted Potholder Patterns

I am looking for crocheted potholder patterns.

Judy from Traverse

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Coffee Mate Caramel Vanilla Flavored Creamer Recipe

I have been spending over $30 a month on liquid flavored coffee creamer. I know someone out there has a recipe for the French Vanilla Caramel creamer by Coffeemate. Please help. My hubby loves this stuff and it's killing our food budget. This is the only way I get to share my morning with him, otherwise he doesn't drink it. Thanks in advance.

Tina from Tenino, WA

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Attic Smell in Home

We have a 30 year old home that has been completely repainted, the carpet removed, and one third of the floor covered in tile. Yet a persistent attic smell remains if the house is closed up for even a small period of time. There is exposed concrete in the living room, dining room and bedrooms, could this be the problem? Any ideas how to solve this issue?

Nancy from Sun City, AZ

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Cleaning Tile and Grout

I have Italian off-white color tile with grout that has turned brown. The tile looks like slate with lots of texture; thus it easily holds stains. The grout is now brown, and used to be beige. What can I use for the tile and grout?

Irazema from CA

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"Redneck Racing" Light Parade Float Ideas

I am looking for "Redneck Racing" float ideas. I will be in a light parade and the theme is racing. Can anyone help with ideas for decorating the race trailer that the race car will be driving behind? Thanks.

Kim from CT

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Replacement Tray for George Foreman Roaster Oven GV12

I'm trying to locate a replacement tray for a George Foreman Chicken Roaster Grill Oven GV12. Would anyone know where I could find one?

Rita from Baltimore, MD

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Inexpensive Wedding Locations in Lancaster, CA

I am planning an outdoor wedding to take place in August 2010. I am looking for a cheap venue, reception, catering, decorations, d.j, photographer, limo etc. I need to do it all for $9,000. I really need help. I know what I want but I have to be money conscious about it. Please help. I live in Lancaster, California.

Shamika

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Cake Recipes Using White Cake Mix

I am looking for cake recipes using white cake mix.

Amelia from Oak Grove, LA

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Has Anyone Used www.theperfectpet.com?

Tonight on TV I watched a program on how to train your pets. The website was www.theperfectdog.com. When I went to their site it did not list anything about being on TV or a special. Does anyone know anything about this company?

After seeing the feedback on PediPaws it makes a person really wonder about ordering anything on TV. They also had listed a phone number of 1-800-862-0649. I would appreciate feedback if anyone has dealt with this company. Thank you!

Jodi from Texas

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Thrift Store Crafts

I am looking for new ideas for using those "old things" that come into my second hand store at our sheltered workshop. The other day my kids made some birds out of polymer clay and I used them in a neat "remake" of an old teacup and saucer set, and a swinging nest type basket.

I would appreciate some info on crafts or ideas like the following: neck tie sunglasses case, decoupaged photo stash case from an old suitcase, blue jeans purses, stemware and china jewelry holder, etc. Anything to inspire my customers to pick up that "old thing" and make it new!

Dedeswrkshop from Macon, MO

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Removing Paint from Under Armour Clothing

How do I get paint off of Under Amour clothing?

Charcelia from The Woodlands, TX

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Caring for Dwarf Hamsters

Can someone tell me some tips for dwarf hamsters?

Kailey

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What Type of Rabbit is This?

What type of rabbit is this?

Kailey

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Removing Wall-to-Wall Carpeting

My cat has pretty much ruined my bedroom carpet. I really need to put in a tile floor, but I can't afford to at this time. I would like to remove the carpet and paint the floor or use vinyl. How do you remove a wall to wall carpet? Is there something that will cut it into pieces for easier removal? What would that be?

Susann from St. Cloud, FL

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Incense Stick Melted to Carpet

I was using incense in the home and lit the incense stick, it began flaming and the stick broke prematurely. It fell to the carpet and I was able to put the flames out but now the stick is stuck to the carpet. The carpet is a normal carpet you can buy at home depot. Cotton I suppose, any help?

Joey from Anchorage, AK

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Cleaning Mold Stains on a Football Jersey

My grandson left a very, very expensive football jersey in his car for so long it got mold spots all over it. I can't bleach it even though it's white because all the lettering is black. I've used Spray n Wash, scrubbed it in with a brush, poured the laundry detergent straight on it and scrubbed with a brush, soaked it in detergent and vinegar, all to no avail! Help! This shirt is way too expensive to get rid of. I'm going to try baking soda next. Do I need to take it to a cleaners? Could they even help anyway?

Kathie from SeaTac, WA

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Keeping a Trailer Warm

I live in a old trailer that doesn't have heat. We have space heaters but can only run one at time or it throws the breaker. It's only really cold about 2 months out of the year here but is there anything else I can do to help warm the place up? Thanks for any help.

Tina from Florida

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Ideas for Church Christmas Party Games

I need some ideas for a Christmas party for our SS class at church, most of class are senior citizen age. Ideas for games, decorations etc. will be greatly appreciated. Thank you very much.

Joanna from Tennessee

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Painting Artificial Christmas Tree White

Can I paint a green artificial Christmas tree white? How can I do that?

Patricia from Fort Wayne

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Capping Off Wires and Covering With Blank Plate

I have Jacuzzi tub on a 20amp circuit with a GFIC on it, that has a bathroom add-on outlet tied in to the circuit with 14 gage wire. I feel sure this is a code violation. I can not get to the junction box to replace the wire with out tearing our the tile around the tub. What should I do with this outlet? I was thinking of capping off the wires and putting a closed plate over it. Would that be safe?

J.W.

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Elegant "Camo" Baby Shower

I need to do a baby shower that has a "camo" theme but is also elegant. I need decorating ideas.

Melanie from Kansas

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Cleaning Moldy Refrigerator Seals

How do I clean moldy fridge seals and keep it from rusting?

Heather from Mackay, Qld

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Crafting for Fun and Money!

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Local Christmas Attractions and Events

There are many Christmas attraction all of the U.S. and some in Canada that might be a good experience Christmas present. One of the staff, Jess, took her sons on the Polar Express in Hood River last year and they had a wonderful time.

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My Frugal Holiday: Pictures Are Worth More Than Presents

With 3 children, son-in-laws, several grandchildren and a hoard of steps there were too many family members to purchase a nice present for all. It came down to gift cards for everyone. We realized the presents the adults liked most were family pictures. So this year, we have banned any gift exchange with only family portrait trades allowed.

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Target Recalls Dive Sticks Due to Impalement Hazard

Hazard: The recalled dive sticks could remain in an upright position, posing an impalement hazard to young children. CPSC banned pre-weighted dive sticks in 2001.

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Children's Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by R&D International Due to Strangulation Hazard

Hazard: The jackets have drawstrings through the hood and at the waist. Children can get entangled in the drawstrings that can catch on playground equipment, fences or tree branches. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstring in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. From 1985 through June 2008, CPSC received reports of 27 deaths and 70 non-fatal incidents involving the entanglement of children's clothing drawstrings.

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GE Recalls to Inspect and Repair Wall Ovens Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Hazard: The extreme heat used in the self-clean cycle can escape, if the wall oven door is removed and incorrectly re-attached by the installer or the consumer. This can pose a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

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Lithium-Ion Batteries Used with Bicycle Lights Recalled By DiNotte Lighting Due to Burn Hazard

Hazard: A loose wiring connection and improper venting can cause the battery to overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

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Thrifty Ways to Clean Up and Repair Your Patio Furniture
By Ellen Brown

Before you stow away your patio furniture for the winter, take some time this fall to clean it up and make any necessary repairs. Check out how using these everyday household products can make this sometimes unpleasant task easier and more economical.

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