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Vol. 8, Num. 107, June 2, 2009 (Read It Online) Do you have any tips for watering your garden in the summer? Please share them on one of the contest pages. The latest contest winners will be announced tomorrow. Be sure to give tips and photos that you like a "thumbs up". Your ratings will help pick the winners! Thanks for reading, The ThriftyFun Team
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A campfire is for the whole family. All you need are some sticks and a backyard and all of a sudden you have a party everyone wants to attend. Who doesn't remember roasting marshmallows on an open fire? We tend to forget the simplest of things that will be easily remembered by the children of the video generation. Time spent together can be the best time of all! By vguy from Earle, AR Contest Contender!
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What could be better than a Fresh Salad Bowl? I use a low ceramic bowl, plant a variety of lettuces and herbs each spring. Throughout the summer I go out to my Salad Bowl and pick fresh greens for dinner. It makes a great centerpiece for the outdoor patio table as well. By Susan D. from Portland OR Contest Contender!
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Simon is 9 years old. He is a West Highland Terrier. We bought Simon from a breeder in AR. He flew all the way to CT to be with us! He likes to play what we call the "biting" game, he pretends our sleeves or hands are toys and he nips at them and pretends he's biting. He is one of the greatest gifts our family has ever received. By deni137 from CT Contest Contender!
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Kiera (German Shepherd/Husky Mix) This is our new puppy she is a German Shepherd and Husky mix. She is seven and half weeks old. Her name is Kiera. Isn't she lovely. By Wooly from England Contest Contender!
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These contests are weekly. We pick 2 tip winners and 1 photo winner at the end of each week. Each winner will win $25!
Carry Sun Screen Samples in Your Purse Are you always perspiring the sunscreen off, and have to re-apply on the go? Those samples of moisturizer with sunscreen are great for carrying around in your purse during the summer for extra applications. (Ditto on plain Amall suncreen samples.) They are also great for travel. By Pamphyila from LA, CA Contest Contender!
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My husband, a Viet Nam veteran, was talking to a friend about some household improvements we were making when the friend shared this very informative tip. Lowe's Home Improvement stores offer a 10% discount to veterans every day. All you need to give them is something that identifies you as a veteran. That thoughtful offer on the part of Lowe's makes us even more loyal shoppers there, and the 10% is welcomed! By Sandy from Elon, NC Contest Contender!
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Before you throw out a shower head that just doesn't spray right. Soak it in vinegar/baking soda. Remove shower head. Set in big bowl with spray side down. Sprinkle baking soda into inlet hole (a couple teaspoons should do) now pour vinegar in, enough to cover the head. Watch crud boil away. Soak over night. Wrap threads of shower inlet pipe with plumbers tape and reconnect. By julesthered from Yakima, WA Contest Contender!
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Recycle dryer lint? Think again! Collect your dryer lint to start fires in your fireplace or when you are camping. Especially useful if the wood for your outdoor fire is damp. By Earthgirl from Pensacola, FL Contest Contender!
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Toy Wagon for Child's Shoe Storage A small child's wagon, either metal or plastic, makes for great shoe storage container by a front or back door, or even in the child's bedroom. This way it's easy to put shoes away, and keeps them centrally located and easy to find when you're rushing out the door. By Thriftsavvy from West Dundee, IL Contest Contender!
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Tigger's Tomato and Turkey Jerky With all the recent problems with pet foods, I like to make my cat her own treats. This is tasty and fairly easy to make, but most of all, you know what's in it. She loves this one and the brewer's yeast is good for repelling fleas. Ingredients:
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Preheat oven to 120 degrees F or whatever your lowest setting is. Combine all ingredients and mix well. Line a jelly roll pan(cookie sheet with sides) with foil and spread meat mixture on it. Flatten with hands to abut 1/4 inch thick. Place in oven, propping open the door a crack with a wooden spoon so the moisture escapes. Bake about 2 hours or until meat is quite dry. Remove from oven, place another sheet of foil over the top of the first one. Grasping both sheets of foil(with oven mitts please!), flip the meat over and peel the foil off the top. Place the new foil with meat on it on the pan again and put back in the oven, again propping the door open with spoon. Bake for another 1-2 hours. Jerky looks red and dry, a lot like jerky made for people when done.
Source: I have had it so long I forgot where I got it. By Thriftmeg Contest Contender!
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Refills for Swiffer Carpet Flicker I have been looking everywhere for the refills for the Swiffer Flicker but they are nowhere to be found. However, I have found an alternative. Buy yourself some sticky mouse pads, trim the sides and since it is sticky only on one side put the sticky side on top not the bottom and take a paper punch and punch a hole where it snaps on to lock. This directs whatever you pick up to the inside of the swiffer where it will hold more than the regular double sticky side would. They last longer. If you use an exterminator, you can get them for free from them. By Pepawr from Paris, Tennessee Contest Contender!
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A lipstick was in the pocket of a pair of jeans that were washed, then dried. While in the dryer, the lipstick opened, and now there's a lot of smears all over the inside of the dryer. What's gonna get it off? I gotta get this clean before my husband comes home and sees it. Help. By Bad Kitty from Las Vegas, NV Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf79457890.tip.html
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Rate It: My ice maker fills with water but won't dump the ice once it's frozen. What can I do? By Michelle B Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf62127536.tip.html
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Rate It: Questions About Home Refinancing I live in Philadelphia, PA and own a home. Now a days everyone is talking about re-financing their home loan. Someone told me that even the President has urged people to. Should I get my home loan re-financed? If yes, why and how? Can someone please guide me? Are there any organizations or individuals who can help? It will be appreciated. By shoaibmoman from PA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf63119527.tip.html
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Rate It: Years ago, in the late eighties or early nineties there was a made for TV movie entitled "Lucky Day". It was about a mentally challenged woman who owned a winning lottery ticket.It was a sweet, touching "coming of age" movie and I would love to see it again. I believe it starred Kathleen Wilhoite (ER, The Gilmore Girls, etc.). But I looked in her film biography and didn't see it. Anyone remember the movie? Thank you. Mary By collinsmom from NJ Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf70301877.tip.html
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Rate It: I own several Pyrex, glass measuring cups that will not come clean. They all have a film on them. I have tried scouring by hand and running in the dishwasher. I have tried bleaching them, letting them sit overnight in various soaps and bleach, etc., but no luck. I specified they are made of glass, because I'm not sure if Pyrex makes only glass products. I thank you for your help. Mary By collinsmom from NJ Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf89623241.tip.html
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Rate It: Leaking Shower Fixture and Faucet My shower and bath faucets both leak water out at same time. I bought a new diverter and parts but the same thing is happening ? How do I fix it ? By double d from Fontana, CA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf90099255.tip.html
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Rate It: Need Help Decorating Living Room With Numerous Windows And Doors I have a front room that is 12' long and 7' wide. The windows on the front 12' wall of the house take up the top half of the wall. I have no idea how to decorate this space, any ideas that would be efficient and cheap? Even just coming up with a layout for some chairs and what to hang on the walls would be a great help. Thanks. By Emily88 from Erlanger, KY Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf628312.tip.html
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Rate It: I just had a new laminate floor installed and I love it. So far (because it's new and hasn't had time to get really dirty) I've just damp mopped it. My question is: When I do clean it is there anything I "should not" use? I want to be careful not to dull it. Thank you. By chef4u from Sylvania, OH Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf806707.tip.html
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Rate It: Can anyone tell me how I can get to the site for WalMart Free Samples. I have tried. It said "Free Samples", but never showed anything below that. Where are the Free Samples? Thanks again. By angelheart from Clyde,Texas Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf56973759.tip.html
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Rate It: Dye Transfer From Jeans to a Leather Purse I just wanted to know how can I clean my Coach bag, that's made from fabric? I wear dark jeans and the the lint from the jeans stained the lower part of my bag by rubbing against it, I guess. I just wanted to know how I get the stain off of my bag? By natashaalem from bronx, NY Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf61102926.tip.html
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Rate It: Removing Permanent Marker from Wood Furniture I have a dresser that my son drew on with a green marker. I do believe that it's permanent. I have tried toothpaste and nail polish remover. Nothing worked, I really could use some help with this. Thanks. By sweeteyes84 from Wesson, MS Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf788353.tip.html
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Rate It: Grease Stain on Microfiber Sofa I wish to know how to clean grease from a microfiber suede sofa? Thanks for your response. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf45183845.tip.html
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Rate It: Causes of Ear Infections in Dogs My Golden Lab gets infections under her ear flaps. Why does this happen? That is my question. I want to add that I soak a cotton ball in Colloidal Silver and clean the infected area thoroughly. This works better than antibiotics; only a couple of times and she is on the mend. It can be bought at Health Food Stores. Expensive, but cheaper than veterinarians and medications. By the way, it can be taken internally also. I pour a tablespoon in a cup of water and top with a slice of bread. She may not be thirsty but always ready for a snack. By MarydPosey from Hobbs, NM Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf67903885.tip.html
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Rate It: Chemical Reactions Between Cleaners Is it safe to use several of the great "Homemade Steam Cleaner Solutions" posted on your site? It is amazing the amount of great posts received regarding "Homemade Steam Cleaner Solution". I'm anxious to try each and everyone to see which I like best. If I spray Hydrogen Peroxide on the spot where my dog just threw up on my carpet, is it safe to clean the whole carpet with another product like vinegar, or Oxi-clean, or LA Awesome, several hours later? Is there cause for concern of mixing products once the area dries? These are questions I've had for years. I really don't want to "OD" my family, friends, or pets because I am ignorant as to what will mix or not mix with products used prior to my present cleaning project. Once the carpet is dry should you have concerns about products used next to clean carpets? Thanks. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf23862787.tip.html
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Rate It: Boxed Gift Cups from Hallmark Stores It's been awhile, but I'm back. I've tried everywhere for this answer. For the life of me I can't imagine why I didn't come to you first. I always get my answers here. Silly me. Remember the Boxed Gift cups with lids that you purchased at the Hallmark Cards Stores. I broke mine and miss it dearly. Can anyone tell me were I can get some more? I've tried the stores here and they don't have them any more. Help, please. I loved my cup and want to get another with spares in case this happens again. God Bless you all. Angelheart By angelheart from Clyde, TX Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf98241018.tip.html
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Rate It: Do you sell or could you tell me where I can buy the glass blocks in 3 x 3 inches or 5-l/2 by 5-l/2 inches? I love your website, but thought you might be able to help me with sizes. Thanks. TK Tina Kirby Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf37769492.tip.html
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Rate It: Weight Watcher's Quick Start Menu I am looking for the Weight Watcher Quick Start Program. It last 4 weeks. Does anyone have a copy of this program? By hunter9393 from Centreville, VA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf19834583.tip.html
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Rate It: Finding a Friend's E-mail Address What site do I go on to get friends' e-mail addresses, that have moved away and haven't heard from in awhile. I know there is a site that will give you a person's e-mail, but I forgot what it is. Any help would be deeply appreciated. Thank you. By angelheart from Clyde,TX Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf91723634.tip.html
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Rate It: I've been looking for ages for the 1/2 cup size of Pyrex custard cups. They're 3-1/2 inches across and 1-3/4 inches high. I used to have a lot of them, but over time some have broken. I'd like the specific name of the store or on-line vendor so I can get them soon. Thanks. By pollylev Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf64638602.tip.html
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Rate It: Removing Cat and Dog Hair from Bed Sheets and Blankets I have two dogs and a mink blanket, and with it becoming summer, they are still shedding profusely. I have washed my blanket several times and dried it. The dog hair remains, not nearly as bad, but there is still plenty there. Does anyone have any ideas on how to get the rest of the hair off of the blanket? By catielady09 from OH Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf64704056.tip.html
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Rate It: Sealing a Painted Formica Counter Top I painted a Formica countertop and a professional painter told me that I could put a waterbased polyurethane on for a final finish. Any comments on this? By Linda N. from Racine, WI Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf18894506.tip.html
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Rate It: A red sock snuck in with my whites that were supposed to be washed in cold. The water was set for warm. How can I get my whites back to white? By rustyboras from Flint, MI Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf17132213.tip.html
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Rate It: We bought a Frigidaire ceramic cooktop stove and oven in 2006. We've misplaced the manual. I would like a replacement or know how to clean the self-cleaning oven. The model# is FEF366ESD and the serial# is VF62359514. I hope you can help us with this matter. Ruth M Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf61139614.tip.html
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Rate It: I have a question in regards to painting on plastic. I recently purchased an old house that has a plastic liner for my bath tub. It is all stained with rust and I would like to paint over this until I can afford to replace it. Could you give me any pointers, that might help me to cover the plastic and paint it with water resistant paint. If you know of a product that you believe would work, I would appreciate knowing where I could purchase it. I live near Indianapolis, Indiana, if there is someone near here. Thank you. Karen Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf500322.tip.html
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My Frugal Life: Stretching Dollars Being frugal has always been part of my life. My Mom had a chronic illness and had to stay at home. Our family lived on what my father made at a non-union factory job. We definitely used it up, wore it out or did without. Read More: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf79734881.tip.html
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