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Volume Six, Number 135, July 16, 2007 (Read It Online) I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend. Here are the contest winners for the the week before last. It was an abbreviated week due to the 4th of July holiday but we still received some great entries. Thank you to everyone that tool time to post something. Tip Contest Winners Thrifty Wedding at Home
Camp Cooking Tips
Photo Contest Winner
Oriole in My Garden
Thanks for reading,
Susan
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First of all I would like to just say I love making these for any occasion. They are cheap and easy to make and best of all its a great way to recycle all those hard cover books you don't read anymore or the ones you can get at a yard sale for dirt cheap.
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Rate It: Moe is nine years old. I adopted him from a friend that was moving out of the country. He just sleeps all day. I did not see him the first two weeks I had him. He only came out to eat or use the litter box, but now he loves to sit in my lap.
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Rate It: A new bird in the neighborhood: Rose Breasted Grosbeak.
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Ketchup For Cleaning Copper Pots A quick and easy way to clean copper-bottomed pans is ketchup. Rub over the copper and watch it do its work! If you have tough spots, add a little salt for scrubbing. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf80770823.tip.html
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Rate It: Buy Mulch In Bulk From Landscapers If you have a large area to mulch, check with local landscaping companies about buying mulch in bulk. We did this year for a play area we made for our kids. It was $40 for a bobcat scoop. We got three truckloads, and it made the landscaping project significantly cheaper than if we had hired it out or bought bags of mulch. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf97665164.tip.html
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Rate It: Pour Off Oil From Bottled Salad Dressings We've got a pal who's a nurse. She pours off the oil that gathers at the top of bottled Italian dressing, before using the rest on her salads. She says number 1, it's healthier for you, not clogging your arteries. Number 2, your salad will have more flavor. You won't be able to pour off all the oil, not to worry about that. Happy Healthier Eating! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf39077898.tip.html
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Rate It: Using Lemons to Clean Your Microwave Sometimes we end up with tough baked on food stuck to the walls, ceiling and floor of our microwave, so hard that you almost need a chisel to get it off. Try this next time. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf88103029.tip.html
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Rate It: Save a bundle the next time you buy spices. Instead of reaching for the Spice Islands or any other brands that put spices in a jar, shop at stores that sell spices in bulk. Some Kroger stores feature bulk spices; so do Food for Less stores. Savings? How about 400% less than the prepackaged spices. And it's great fun to look at and sniff the many spices. Just don't sneeze! Happy Savings! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf830074.tip.html
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Rate It: Cutting Down on Lint and Pet Hair in Laundry This really helps cut down on lint and pet hair on clothes! Get some "netting" at a sewing shop, I found mine in the wedding section. Cut it into 6x6 inch squares, and toss one in the washer and a fresh one in the dryer, and bingo... it catches pet hair and lint Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf772311.tip.html
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Rate It: Shop for Greeting Cards at Thrift Stores Greeting cards have gotten so expensive and my husband has a large family and lots of birthday cards to send out. So I look for nice birthday cards at thrift shops, when they have them. Just got a whole bunch at $.50 each - a savings of at least $2-3 per card! (It also helps to have them on hand, so you can send them out/give them out in a jiffy.) Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf770523.tip.html
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Rate It: Blister Beetles on Tomato Plants For the second year we are having a problem with blister beetles on our tomato plants. Last year they were pretty much confined to the tomatoes and we treated with pesticides. This year they seem to have spread--I just saw them on plants on the other side of the house. They are eating the leaves, leaving the veins. I forgot to plant marigolds, and now I wish I had. I would like to treat the beetles organically this year if possible. What are some good, fairly inexpensive, organic, nontoxic pesticides I can use? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf67641562.tip.html
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Rate It: I have a house that was built in the 1950's and have plaster walls. I am taking down the wall paper in my kitchen and I don't know what do you next. I would like to paint it but do I need to prime it first? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf28033664.tip.html
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Rate It: Where Can I Find A Round Rubber Jar Opener Hi, I am trying to find a jar opener. It's usually round, rubbery with a slight texture to it. It's usually given as a give-a-way from businesses. You hold it in your hand as you are attempting to open a tight jar lid. I threw one out after having for years and can not seem to locate them anywhere. Any suggestions? I googled "jar openers" and terms along those lines but had no luck. Thanks guys! :o) Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf46928286.tip.html
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Rate It: Getting Long Doilies To Lay Flat I have just finished a two day project, washing and starching then ironing the many doilies I use through our home. Some are antique from my grandmother and newer ones (10 years old) from my aunt. I had a difficult time with one long crocheted runner, it is uneven now and does not lay flat. Short of redoing and trying to get it straighter, what can I do? I do not have a doily stretcher-, not sure if they make such things anymore. This runner is about 50 years old, a favorite and on our bedroom dresser. It is 3 feet long, by 14 inches wide. Sure would like to get it straight again! Any ideas? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf27426350.tip.html
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Rate It: I am on a tight budget, but I really want to give my home a makeover. I was watching a movie (The Glass House) and loved their house. I kind of wanted to redecorate my furniture, and repaint, etc to make it look more retro style or modern/contemporary look. So I went on the internet and I found the cool retro furniture I wanted, but I had no clue that it goes for so much. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf11469983.tip.html
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Rate It: I recently moved into a 75 year old home, and noticed that the upstairs bathroom sink smells. It seems after I wash my hands they smell fishy, and yes the water has an odor. I did get a building inspection and it was never pointed out... maybe the guy didn't feel the need to wash his hands. I do have the "J" pipe under the sink, it looks like PVC pipe, and I have cleaned my filter in the faucet. I do not notice this smell anywhere else in the house. Has anyone ran into this in their homes? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf39508282.tip.html
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Rate It: I have two small dogs and a very hairy cat. The cat is and always has been flea ridden. I take him to the vet but they are right back. Any help? I've bought all the Frontline and other stuff, it hasn't worked. How bout 20 mule team borax? The cat has never gone out but to go to vet. The dogs are both indoors also. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf80299319.tip.html
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Rate It: Pancetta Wrapped Around Mozzarella While was at the grocery store, I saw slices of raw pancetta wrapped around slices of mozzarella. The whole thing was about the size of a fist and tightly wrapped in plastic (like saran wrap). Forgot to write the name of it down. What is it? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf26423781.tip.html
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Rate It: Dogs and Cats Getting Under a Mobile Home I have dogs and my neighbors cats are getting in my yard and under my house (mobile home). My dogs get under there and wreak havoc trying to get to them. I'm afraid they will rip my duct work and other wiring or even get hurt. I heard to use moth balls, but does this work and will my dogs try to eat them? I would like a home remedy please. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf15146095.tip.html
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Rate It: Planting After Using Ant Poison I have a very large ant hill (approx 3' wide by 2'deep and quite high) in perennial plant area of my garden. I have sprayed poison and have dusted the area with ant poison. Do I have to wait for the ants to die or move before planting in the ant mound with new perennials? Will the poison affect the growth of the new plants?? thank you Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf95839074.tip.html
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Rate It: My husband will be turning 30 on March 17th 2008. I know I am early in trying to plan a party but I would like some suggestion for a theme. It is also St. Patrick's day, but that is old as it's always been St. Patrick's day on his birthday. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf997587.tip.html
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Rate It: My little dog decided to pee in a corner of the room on my beige rug that I didn't catch so the stain set. It's yellow and its smells. I tried store bought cleaners like resolve and others but the stain is still there and it still smells. Can anyone out there suggest anything to get this stain out and help the smell in the rug? Any help will be greatly appreciated! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf253919.tip.html
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Gerber Announces Nationwide Voluntary Recall of Gerber ORGANIC Rice and Gerber ORGANIC Oatmeal 8 Ounce Cereals (Choking Hazard)
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Rate It: Old Fashioned Soda Fountain Treats (Part 2 - Shakes and Malts) To soften ice cream, place container in the refrigerator for 15 to 20 minutes OR until easy to scoop.
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