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Vol. 7, Num. 71, April 10, 2008 (Read It Online) Do you have a gardening tip to share with ThriftyFun readers? Please submit them below. Share a Tip (You could win $25!) Share a Photo (You could win $25!) Thanks for reading, Susan
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Rate It: Use Coffee Pot For Multiple Uses Make use of the heat from your coffee maker by sitting a small dish of potpourri or orange peels or some other nice thing on top! I am using mine to warm a jar of spicy mint body butter! When I go for a coffee refill I am reminded by the scent and sight and I automatically moisturize hands or throat or elbows! What a nice little pick-me-up!
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Rate It: Bear Dog is 8 years old. He is a lab and something big! We got him in October of 07. He was adopted from our local shelter, the elderly gentleman that had him before us couldn't take care of him anymore. Amazingly, for being an outside only dog, he is very well behaved and is now an inside dog with no problems. Well, one, he'll steal bread off the counter, but we love him and just put it away out of his reach now.
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Rate It: Craft Project: Renuzit Fresheners One dollar and a few scraps will get you a cute gift.
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Automotive Hand Cleaner for Laundry Laundry tip. All oil based stains can be cleaned by using the waterless hand cleaner you find in the automotive department. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf44371948.tip.html
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Rate It: I stumbled onto a link on a website where you can get books for almost free. We have been listing books of ours that we want to get rid off and getting other books we do want. The only real cost is the postage for mailing a book to someone else. I am usually able to mail stuff media mail or first class, whichever is cheapest. I also did a bit of searching on google where you actually trade books, videos, games, etc. You list items you have and arrange trades with others for stuff they have. Again, the only real cost is the postage. By crazyliblady from Pittsburg, KS Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf63883867.tip.html
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Rate It: Temporary Wallpaper for Renters A great way to decorate a rental that will not harm the wall is with fabric that's held up with old fashioned Liquid Starch. If you can find a fabric you love at a price you can afford, then you can't beat this handy trick! Cotton or a cotton blend works best because it absorbs the liquid starch. It's also important to first wash your fabric before hanging because this not only removes any sizing, but washing also pre-shrinks the fabric so it won't shrink once it's hung and dry. All you need are a few simple tools and a measuring tape to figure out how much fabric to buy. (Cotton fabric is usually 45" wide) Besides the fabric, you'll need: a bucket or large container, a large sponge, a paint roller or brayer, a gallon of liquid starch, a roller cutter (for cutting the fabric once it's hung) and a chair or step ladder. It's also nice to have a friend help out. All you do is dip your washed fabric into the bucket of liquid starch, then wring it out a bit. Next, hang the fabric starting at the ceiling, then cut the excess off with the roller cutting wheel. When it's time to move, simply pick a corner off with your fingernail, then pull it off in one easy motion. Then simply run the fabric through the wash and rinse cycle a few times and stash it away for another project or for hanging up again in your new place. This decorating technique is especially nice for those of us who keep changing our minds, or who get tired of things quickly. Source: FOR MORE DETAILS: HGTV By Cyinda from Seattle Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf87653556.tip.html
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Rate It: This is a good way to recycle an old record player. It is much like the old spin art toys sold in department stores years ago. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf70725191.tip.html
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Rate It: A Resting Place for Kids on a Camping Trip This tip is for campers with children. Children seem to love to have their little clubhouses and tents. What's really nice is if you have a small extra tent you can put up on your site. If you have a child who needs some time to be alone or if they get bored, they can always go into the tent to play, color, read, whatever they need to do. This gives them some quiet time. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf97744886.tip.html
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Rate It: Children's Shoe Sizes for School Shoes Keep a tracing of your children's feet in your handbag and search out the most economical (quality inclusive) store for your children's new school shoes. The store will usually hold them for you for 24 hrs, so this gives you a child free search before deciding what shoes to show them for "their" selection. What they don't see, won't hurt them. Mother of 4 + 1 (and past school shoe trauma's). Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf33744187.tip.html
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Rate It: Save on heating/cooling costs by maintaining your air filter. A heating system repairman told me to use the cheapest, blue filter, and to change it at least monthly or when soiled. He told me this would let the air conditioning motor work much more easily, saving electricity and extending the life of the air conditioner. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf16205794.tip.html
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Rate It: I was surprised by the absorbency of the towels at the salon I go to, and did a little investigating. The staff does not use any softener in the washer, and NO dryer sheets, yet the towels are soft and so absorbent. They have a water softener. But I had to do some experimenting, because I wasn't happy with my towels, and I learned something. I washed a bunch of towels in just about 1 tablespoon of Oxy powder (my favorite) and then only 1/2 the amount of liquid softener that I usually use (even in hard well water). Then dried them without a softener sheet. TA DA! Soft AND really absorbent towels! And I save money. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf63131899.tip.html
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Rate It: To acclimate your cat or dog to its carrier and so they'll have something good associated with it, feed them in their carrier. That way, it will not only be easier to take them to the vet, but if there's ever an emergency, it won't be hard to get them in it. Also, if you make the same sound each time you feed them, and you need them to come in an emergency, you can make that "time for food" sound and they'll come running! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf59157336.tip.html
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Rate It: Links: Print Your Own Graph Paper Why run to the store, just print out what you'll need! For artwork or home decor, room tiles or designing bead loom work. Here's several sites where you can print your own grid paper. Each is different; one is a PDF file, pick the one you like best. http://www.printfreegraphpaper.com/ http://www.thepcmanwebsite.com/free_graph_paper_print.php http://incompetech.com/graphpaper/ By Cyinda from Seattle Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf27665247.tip.html
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Riddle: Object Has Keys That Open No Locks Can anyone help me solve this riddle? What object has keys that open no locks, space but no room, and you can enter but not go in? Thanks for your help. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf32345057.tip.html
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Rate It: I have an old tobacco basket hanging on an out building and I would like to add some life to it. Any ideas on how to jazz it up? I would love to see some pics. Thanks. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf19803531.tip.html
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Rate It: I just bought a brand new yellow satin grad dress, and somehow got black felt pen on it! ANY IDEAS on how to fix it? I'm scared to ruin it, or make it blotchy, but it looks horrible! Please help! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf11855840.tip.html
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Rate It: I am having a major issue with lady beetles in my very old house. These bugs were released to battle another pest and now they have become a pest! Lady beetles look like ladybugs but are a dark orange. Right now there are about 50 in an upstairs window. Short of spraying a poison or calling an exterminator, I'd appreciate ANY suggestions. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf40086545.tip.html
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Rate It: 17 Year Old Birthday Party Ideas I'm turning 17 in a couple of weeks and I have no clue what to do with friends. My parents are taking me to Disney World (don't live in FL though), so I'm not going to do a big party. I'm not sure whether I want to do co-ed or just girls. I'd like to do something a little more special than just going out to eat. But at the same time, I'm not looking for something big or with a lot of planning. Any thoughts? Thanks so much! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf30888279.tip.html
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Rate It: Training for a Cleaner Business I am starting a small professional cleaning service and I was wondering if there is any training I can attend to better service my customers. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf91923333.tip.html
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Rate It: I was given this plant/shrub a few years ago but can not remember it's name. I was hoping that someone here might be able to help me.
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Rate It: What Color Should I Paint My Kitchen Walls? We are getting ready to paint our kitchen. We have white cabinets, the granite counter tops are dark gray with silver flecks, black appliances, the tile back splash is gray carrera, and the floor is a mixture of gray/beige. Any color suggestions for paint colors?
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Rate It: Hiring Entertainment For Two Year Olds' Birthday Party Assuming you could afford to hire entertainment for twin girls' two-year old birthday party, what kind would you hire? And keeping in mind that their 8 older boy cousins ages 5-13 were attending party. Tough, huh? How about live reptiles, or make a teddy bear, or mad science. What could possibly entertain them all? Magic? Many thanks. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf71573620.tip.html
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Rate It: I would like a recipe for home canning Harvard beets. I already pickle them, but we like this kind also for a change. Thanks to all. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf71447422.tip.html
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Rate It: How do you remove venetian blinds from their brackets for washing? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf52190081.tip.html
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Rate It: My cat has recently developed a mark on the central bottom area of her iris, and it is steadily spreading. Does anyone know what this could be in iridology? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf88943694.tip.html
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Rate It: Tips To Search For Birth Father My sister was adopted and wants to find her birth father. Any idea how to go about this? Her birth mother does not know where he is, and all we have is his name. She has three kids and a single income from her husband, so does not have any money to spend on dubious websites or private investigators. Any tips or free websites in Australia that she can use? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf28960652.tip.html
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Rate It: Aggressive German Shepherd Behavior I have a 4 year old male German shepherd, we got him when he was 13 weeks old when my husband came back from Iraq. We moved a lot with him he had to get use to many different places. When we moved to Oklahoma he was 3 years old, and thats when the problem with him started. He got very aggressive toward everyone, he bit my daughter when she was trying to grab his collar to let him out, and I know she is afraid of him a little. Well we just found out that we have to move again due the military to Germany, and I really want to take the dog with me. All the dog trainers I have been to have turned me away, so last week I went with him to a K9 training center. As soon as we got out of the car he wanted to attack the K9 officer. The officer told me to hold up the leash and that's when my German shepherd attacked me. He bit me in my shoulder and arm, I was in shock and at that moment afraid of my own dog. The officer said there will be no hope for him, that the best thing would be to put him down. I really don't want to do that because I love him so much even though I'm afraid of him now. If anyone could give me some advise on what to do, and if anyone knows of a rescue that takes aggressive German shepherds I would really be thankful. Monika from Fort Sill, Oklahoma Update: I found a home for my German Shepherd. The K9 academy took him, the officer said he can be saved and he has high hopes for him. I am very happy. Monika
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Rate It: Odor After Cleaning Up Dog Vomit A few days ago our dog got locked in our car overnight by accident when we were bringing in the groceries. While in there, she threw up something in the backseat, looked like a dead bird. I cleaned it and sprayed it many times to no avail. The car smells so bad we can hardly ride in it. Any suggestions? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf950644.tip.html
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Rate It: You mentioned the old style dust mops and am hoping you can tell me where I can find the 9 in. replacement mop heads? Thank you. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf10946729.tip.html
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Rate It: Cleaning Fabric Softener Dispenser I just discovered that you are supposed to clean out that fabric softener dispenser in your washing machine and when I pulled out the cup, which was coated in blue thick gunk, underneath it was a nasty black, thick junk. I purchased the washing machine used a few years ago, so who knows how old this junk is! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf000295.tip.html
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Rate It: I need assistance with furniture placement as my living room has a corner fireplace and weird window layouts. Please provide advice on how to arrange the furniture. The room is used as an informal family room where TV watching and socializing occurs.
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Rate It: Applying Bias Tape to a Sewing Project What is the correct way to apply bias tape to a sewn project so that the stitching doesn't show? I make my own bias borders for quilts so I'm not talking about the homemade tape, just the purchased tape. Thanks a bunch! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf81480227.tip.html
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Rate It: Recommendations For Solar Lights I am looking to buy some solar lights for outdoors. There are several to choose from. Who can recommend a good bright one or tell me what to avoid? Thanks. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf66982305.tip.html
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Rate It: Magnetic Car Sticker Won't Come Off I live in hot Florida. I had a big magnetic sticker on my truck which is now embedded and I can't peel it off. Any ideas on getting it off without ruining the paint? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf26234384.tip.html
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Rate It: Cleaning Jewelry Worn By Smoker How do you clean jewelry worn by a smoker? I have some necklaces and earrings which need cleaning. Also pearls which are slightly brown and smell of smoke. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf75604722.tip.html
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Rate It: What form of vitamin E and vitamin C do I use to preserve doggie biscuits? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf74967784.tip.html
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Rate It: How can I find a person for free? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf55944404.tip.html
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Rate It: I need some new ideas for feeding our church youth group CHEAPLY. Sometimes it can be up to 30 kids. So far I have done muffins, cookies, cake/brownies, popcorn, chips. I do veggie trays when my garden comes in. But, I seem to be at a dead end for something frugal and healthy and filling. Some of those boys eat a lot! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf760292.tip.html
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Rate It: How Do you Calculate Nutritional Information? Does anyone know if there is a website that I can enter in food ingredients and it will calculate the nutritional value? I have tons of recipes without the info and I am doing weight watchers so I've been trying to figure this out. Thanks Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf719460.tip.html
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Rate It: Does anyone know of any other crafts you can make with the flower loom besides flowers. Thank You Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf61350172.tip.html
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Rate It: Is there a simple recipe for making real yogurt? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf589865.tip.html
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Rate It: What is the best homemade carpet cleaner to use to clean carpets from dirt and pet urine? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf248794.tip.html
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Product Review: Bring It ON! It Really Works! Water Spot Remover We bought our house 3 years ago from an older couple so the maintenance was lacking, especially on the windows, window sills and sliding glass doors. They had the sprinkler system set up so every time the grass got watered so did the windows! (I don't think they ever cleaned the windows) Read More: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf11001594.tip.html
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