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Vol. 8, Num. 67, April 6, 2009 (Read It Online) If you are looking for Easter crafts, tips or recipes, be sure to check out the Easter section on ThriftyFun: http://www.thriftyfun.com/Easter_409.html Thanks for reading, The ThriftyFun Team
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We're not sure how old Pheobe is, but we think she's about 3 years old. She's a Sugar Glider. We bought Pheobe and her sister Ursula from a friend of mine who just didn't have the time to care for them properly.
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Rate It: Craft Project: Paint Roller Bunny Make a cute Easter bunny from a paint roller cover.
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Rate It: Craft Project: Little Bunny Bucket Transform a small metal pail into a bunny to hold Easter treats. These are a snap to make and they make cute little Easter gifts.
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Rate It: Pudgy (West Highland White Terrier) Pudgy was 10 years old on Valentine's Day, He is a Westie (West Highland White Terrier). My dear, late husband insisted for years that he really wanted a dog. We decided on a Westie because of their sunny attitude and good health.
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Rate It: Craft Project: Easter Lily Treat Bag This quick treat bag is easy enough for grade schoolers. Use it for your Sunday School Class and talk about the symbolism of the Easter Lily. Or, wouldn't Grandma love this filled with marshmallow peeps and jelly beans from her favorite little Easter bunnies?
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Getting The Most From Your Warehouse Store Membership I think we will be joining Costco soon since a friend just shared this cost saving information with me. Most people know that prescription drugs are much cheaper there and you don't have to have a membership to access this service. Just tell them at the door that you are going to the pharmacy. Did you also know that your membership entitles you to get your tires checked for free including putting air in them? Full service gas stations are becoming more and more scarce. In some locations, if you can find one that has air, there is a charge for using the air hose. According to my friend, he recently picked up a nail in a tire causing a slow leak in it. He pulled into the Costco tire center to see if they could check and fix the tire. Here is the best part of all - the cost was zero, Nothing, Nada! He did the same thing recently and pulled into a tire store and it cost him $22.50. That kind of savings will go far in paying for a membership. If this happens to you, hopefully you'll have your membership and can take advantage of these free services in addition to your shopping savings. By Sandy from Elon, NC Editor's Note: Do you have a membership to Costco or another warehouse store? Post your tips and tricks here. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf10213152.tip.html
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Rate It: Somewhere, there's an island named Trid. On this island, the Trids were mostly very happy. But on one end of the island, was a very tall mountain. If a Trid ever dared to climb the mountain, he didn't get very far because a giant lived on the mountain and would kick the Trid off his mountain. One day, a Rabbi visited the island and went exploring. He was nearing the mountain, but a Trid stopped him and said, "You don't want to go up there, a giant lives there and he'll kick you off". The Rabbi thought about it and said, "Maybe I can talk to him". So the Rabbi started up the mountain, stopping every little while to look around. He saw no sign of the giant. As he reached the top, he stopped again and looked around but didn't see the giant. Finally, at the top of the mountain, he spied the giant sitting under a tree and the giant turned and saw the Rabbi. The Rabbi said, "Aren't you going to kick me off your mountain?" And the giant replied (you're going to love this) "Silly Rabbi, kicks are for Trids!" By wdyjsu from Eagle Mountain, UT Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf89840733.tip.html
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Rate It: Cheap Or Free Retro Activities It saddens me that we have come to a place in our lives where we can't live without being "connected" to everything and everyone 24 hours a day; cellphones, internet, 24 hour news channels. We don't take time to do things anymore. We want everything handed to us in compact form and ready-made, we don't want to work for anything and we need to be constantly entertained by electronics. We don't even want to get out of our car anymore to buy liquor, food or do banking. (wow I am getting old). It's sad. ALL that being said, here is a list of cheap and mostly free activities you can do, getting back to the old ways to entertain yourselves. List of Free or Cheap Retro Activities
Source: adapted post from my blog: By Lisa from Halifax, NS
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Rate It: Vinegar and Dish Liquid as Floor Cleaner I use a small drop of dish washing liquid and a 1/4 cup of vinegar in a bucket of water to wash my floors then rinse with clear water. Unless they are really grubby, it works like a charm. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf92575604.tip.html
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Rate It: Set Timer to Limit Computer Time This tip is about not wasting time on your computer. I found once I got my own computer just how easy it was to waste an entire day on my computer and not get anything else done. Now I set the kitchen timer for how ever long I want to spend time on my computer and when it goes off, I get up and leave to do other things; such as housework, take a walk, work outside (weather permitting) or whatever else needs to get done that day. I don't go beyond what the timer was set for, as I actually leave the timer in my kitchen (it is loud enough to hear in my bedroom). So I have to get up from the computer table, go out into the kitchen and shut it off. I usually set the timer for two hours, thus giving me time to check and respond to my emails if I need to, do a little internet surfing and even play a couple of games. The only time I might go over the two hours is when I am working on my poetry; writing and rewriting. Then I do three hours. I have found that using my timer saves me possibly wasting all day on the computer. Doing this makes my time more enjoyable on the computer and I still get my day done. By ladydragonfly from White City, OR Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf29546673.tip.html
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Rate It: I keep sock pairs matched so they are worn the same number of times, by numbering them when I take them out of a package. Starting with #1 on a pair, after washing simply match up the numbers. Another thing to do with socks, tie a knot in a worn out sock and use it as a tug toy if you have a dog, lots of fun and you don't get the slobbery end when you use it. :-) By Herman from Midland, MI Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf28779282.tip.html
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Rate It: Clean Vacuum Brush Roller Bearings to Reduce Odor For vacuum cleaners that stink, remove the brush roller and unscrew the end caps. You will find small bearings at each end and what appears to be a washer, it's not a washer it is hair that has wrapped around the brush bar and overheated creating the odor. Clean the roller bearing area a couple times a year more often if you have pets. This will get rid of that mysterious odor. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf18140289.tip.html
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Rate It: Freeze Soup in Stackable Containers Freeze your homemade soup in plastic brick shaped containers. When they have frozen, turn them out and wrap in cling film or freezer bags. This shape is easy to stack, and the containers are free to reuse. By lanky liz from Scotland Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf22042273.tip.html
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Rate It: For high rising, rounded tops on muffins like you see in the bakeries, preheat your oven to 500 degrees F. As soon as you put the muffins into the oven, decrease the temperature to whatever the recipe calls for. Remember to decrease the baking time. This may take a bit of watching and practice but the result will be worth it. The increased temperature causes the muffins to rise quickly giving them that nice dome-shaped top. By mkymlp from PA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf21203410.tip.html
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Rate It: If you put your bananas in a plastic grocery bag, in the bottom crisper drawer of your refrigerator, they will keep for about a week before turning black. By C.L.C Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf34718979.tip.html
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VCR Showing a Distorted Picture I haven't used our VCR in a long while so when I put a tape in I get this blue screen, then a distorted picture, then it flashes and the back to the blue screen. I cleaned the heads, tried another tape, checked connections and i get the same thing. Anybody know anything about how to make this work? By atruebliss from Chicago, IL Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf71539004.tip.html
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Rate It: How do you treat hair balls in dogs? Will hair balls cause a cough that sounds like she is choking? By msettamae2 from Taft, CA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf11219390.tip.html
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Rate It: Kenmore Refrigerator Ice Maker Isn't Making Ice I have a Kenmore side-by-side refrigerator that stopped making ice. There is sufficient water pressure at the solenoid valve but there is no water in the tray. I cannot see any ice jammed in the system anywhere. By L.F. from PA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf17672921.tip.html
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Rate It: How Much Sleep Should a 2-Week Old Puppy Get? How much sleep should an 2 week old puppy get? By robert954 from Miami, FL Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf22275451.tip.html
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Rate It: I am in need of a pattern for a three dimensional whale for kids Kindergarten to 5th grade to make for bible study class for Jonah and the Whale. Please help! Thanks. By milpapaw from Norton, OH Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf88561750.tip.html
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Rate It: Keeping Peanut Butter Smelling Fresh I read somewhere that there is something that can be put in with peanut butter to keep it from smelling rancid? By Joyce from Tombstone, AZ Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf36792884.tip.html
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Rate It: How often should I do the "tapping" technique to relieve sinus pressure? By Nikidiva from MD Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf379313.tip.html
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Rate It: Footstool Made from Juice Cans How can you make a footstool from juice cans? By BJ Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf104835.tip.html
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Rate It: Painting a Kitchen with Blue Countertops I have countertops that are sky blue. I want to change the color of my walls which are also blue. My cabinets are a honey natural oak. What should I go with for wall colors? By Christine 85 from Columbus, OH Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf92499798.tip.html
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Rate It: How can I clean a suede Coach purse, where it has gotten dirty at the bottom? By vickiland53 from Denton, TX Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf402872.tip.html
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Rate It: Coordinating Paint Colors in Different Rooms I am trying to find a color that goes with blue/grey and just grey. I am painting three rooms, I need a color that will blend in with the other two rooms. One room will be a blue/grey color, the other will be a grey or pewter color and the third, I have no clue and I am freaking out. Any suggestions? I do like earth tones but the room is small so I don't want anything too dark but something with appeal. Thanks. By lonnie67 from Maryland Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf91416860.tip.html
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Rate It: Ideas for a Senior Ladies Brunch at Church I am in charge of pulling together a brunch for the elderly ladies at our church to be held May 2nd. We would like a spring theme, but we need ideas on inexpensive favors to set at each seat and decorating ideas for tables, centerpieces, etc. I would love to come up with a cute saying like I have seen on this site for mother's day, "Mother's bloom where they are planted" or birthday "Hope we can all live to be as old as Aunt Bee". But maybe centered on a Bible verse? We hope to have this become an annual event, but this is the first time we have attempted it. By Andrea from GA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf48494230.tip.html
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Rate It: The vinyl siding on our house is in great shape after 15 yrs. but the plastic trim around the door, etc. is yellowed. How can I properly paint it white again? By fitz3741 from Boston, MA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf97125909.tip.html
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Rate It: Using Lime to Keep Snakes Away Will regular garden lime spread around the perimeter of my yard keep snakes out? Will it be harmful to my dogs? Hardiness Zone: 9a By feathers50 from Palatka, FL Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf48686283.tip.html
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Rate It: J & J Hard Gloss-Glo Coat Floor Wax Where can I purchase J & J Hard Gloss-Glo coat floor wax? By brashare Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf55792150.tip.html
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Rate It: I am wondering if someone can tell me how to cut the bottoms out of tuna fish cans so that I can use them for English muffin molds. I have tried a hand cranked can opener and it doesn't work. What is the secret? Thank you. By Tigra from ID Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf16259833.tip.html
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Rate It: Gift Ideas for a 30 Year Old Woman Could anyone give me some suggestions on what I can send as a gift to a 30+ year old lady who lives overseas? By Lousid from Mission, BC Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf41901291.tip.html
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Rate It: Red Berries on an Asparagus Fern Are the red berries on an asparagus fern seeds? Can I plant them? Hardiness Zone: By sissy7575 from AL Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf43044881.tip.html
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Rate It: I'm 15 and I've been wanting to learn how to knit or crochet. My mom told me that it would probably be easier for me to crochet, but I just wanted to get a few opinions. So which do you think would be better? I don't know if it matters, but I'm wanting to make scarves and small blankets. I would really appreciate some responses. Thanks. By Sydneylm from Brazoria, TX Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf22036728.tip.html
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Rate It: Our central A/H on the outside is acting up. The fan will not stop when we switch it off. Can anybody tell me what to do? Thanks very much. By kffrmw88 from Dothan, AL Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf29934934.tip.html
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Rate It: Pet Stains on Light Microfiber I bought a very light beige microfiber couch and chair (what was I thinking). Then I got a roommate with a dog that laid on the couch and caused a deep dark stain. I have tried microfiber cleaner to get it out to no avail. I also tried an upholstery cleaning machine. It goes away for a little while and then comes right back. Please help me. By penny4510 from Petal, MS Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf92262127.tip.html
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Rate It: Does anybody have any ideas on converting an old upright piano into a bar for our game room? By lookinlulu from MS Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf47431273.tip.html
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Rate It: How do I get the inside of an egg out, without breaking the egg or boiling it? By Katherine from London, UK Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf59002426.tip.html
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Rate It: I have a painted surface and want to satin it. Is there a product that will let me do this without a lot of prep? By meka1036 from Paducah, KY Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf43299370.tip.html
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Rate It: My husband and I have just returned from 5 weeks in the US. Whilst there, we saw the beautiful glass block lights available. We would like to start making them. We have access to the glass blocks and the LED lights, but would also like to get some ideas for how we can get decorative pieces, ie. ribbons, bows etc. We can't seem to source appropriate ideas/products here in Australia. Can someone point me in the right direction? By Denise in Oz from Qld, Australia Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf54310290.tip.html
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Rate It: I am getting married on our acreage May 2, 2009. We still have 3 ft. snow drifts so we praying for warm weather. We got lots of ideas from this website for the barn decorations. We just need some recipes for salads for 50-60 people. We are serving barbecued steak, chicken and shrimp. Luckily my oldest boy is a chef. Also is it easier for a sheet cake or cupcakes for the wedding cake? By cabercolleen from Alberta, Canada Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf48683132.tip.html
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Rate It: Samoyed's Hair Isn't Growing Back My 4 year old Samoyed was shaved last summer. While the rest of his fur has grown back as normal, a large patch on his back hasn't grown back. He doesn't have any problems with it. He doesn't itch it, nor is it sore. I think this can be a common problem with this breed. Does anyone have any tips of what to give him to help it grow back? We have been recommended Efavet and having researched this it seems that the main ingredients are evening primrose oil and fish oil. I am thinking that if I give him these it may be helpful. What are you thoughts? By roamingduck from Manchester, England Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf56694371.tip.html
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Rate It: Removing Creases on Leather Clothing How do you remove creases from leather clothing? By hedgehog from Adelaide, Australia Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf74189859.tip.html
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