Daily Thrifty Tips - March 5, 2009

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Sparkle (Florida White Rabbit)

Here is Sparkle playing with the family and watching the dogs watch her. She is so adorable, our daughter rescued her from the local animal shelter. Sparkle is very affectionate and loves to be stroked and told how pretty she is.

I found out that my pet rabbit loves to play with those wooden blocks/bells bird toys that are on a chain. She is a Florida White rabbit, my favorite breed. She swats at the bells all the time. Also she likes plastic balls to bat around. I wanted to post this because I never knew rabbits liked toys like these. We just adopted her from the animal shelter. She is very loving and affectionate.

By Racer from Hampton

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Throw Away Old Makeup

Even in this tough economy, do not hold on to old make up. Many of us have old cosmetics filling up the shelves of our bathroom. Did you know that with repeated use, bacteria can grow in your make up and that eye make up is most at risk. Don't risk an eye infection on an old eyeliner.

Any makeup applied to the skin can actually cause breakouts or other skin problems if it's past due. Does the make up have a strange odor? Has it dried up? These are indicators to toss it. Below is a list you may find helpful.

• Oil-Free Foundation: 1 year
• Cream or Compact Foundation: 18 months
• Concealer: 12-18 months
• Powder: 2 years
• Blush and Bronzer: 2 years
• Cream Blush: 12 - 18 months
• Powder Eye shadow: 2 years
• Cream Eye shadow: 12 - 18 months
• Eyeliner: 2 years
• Liquid eyeliner: 3 - 6 months
• Mascara: 3 months
• Lipstick: 2 years
• Lip liner: 2 years
• Lip gloss: 18 - 24 months
• Nail Color: 1 year

Source: Suite101.com

By RobinLynn from Needham, MA

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Saving a Water Logged Cell Phone

If you ever drop your cell phone in water, do not turn it on. You may be able to save it if you immediately remove the battery and the SIM card. Place all the pieces in a bowl of dry rice for 48 to 72 hours. The rice will absorb the moisture and the phone may work like new.

By Elaine from Iowa

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A+D Ointment for Dry Feet

I suffer from dry, cracked heels. I have tried many lotions and creams to soften and moisturize my feet over the years. When my mother-in-law suggested A+D Ointment for my daughter's dry lips, I had an "Ah Ha" moment and tried it on my heels after my shower. By the next day they were noticeably softer! Two months later, they are even softer and definitely not dry. Thanks, Mom!

By BlueJean from Hubbard Lake, MI

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Magic Eraser to Remove Paint Marks on a Truck

I hit a yellow pole with my brand new truck and had no idea how to get the yellow paint off. I went online and someone suggested using the Magic Eraser. It worked awesome, without ruining my paint job. I still have a couple of marks from the pole however ALL of the paint came off without too much elbow grease.

By Heather from Jacksonville, FL

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Plastic Lids Work as Small Dry Eraser Boards

Margarine or butter container lids make great dry erase boards. You can use washable markers on them or dry erase markers on them. I cut the rim off of the top of the margarine container lid, made a hole with an icepick and then put a twistie tie through the hole and then clothes pinned it to the kitchen blinds. I'll probably cut the next one into a square and put it on the bedroom or front door for messages. I may or may not decorate them later.

By Robyn from Hampton

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Use Blank Sides of Handouts for Printing

If you use a lot of paper printing information from the internet, you can save on paper by using the blank side of handouts from work and school.

By Tammy from Udall, KS

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Reinstalling F2 and F12 Options in Bios

I have a Dell Dimension computer E310 with Windows XP Media center. After I turn on the computer, the monitor shows on the top right corner F2 (setup) and F12 (boot). If you want to get Bios F2 has to be pressed on the keyboard to
get into Bios setup. It is the same with F12 if you want to boot your computer with D drive or diskettes.

I removed the F2 and F12 from Bios because my kids were fooling around with
the Bios setup. Dell will not give me support because my computer is not
under warranty anymore. Normally, anyone can get Bios setup by pressing "Delete" but with Dell I cannot make do it and so it needs to be re-stalled in Bios.

Luis

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Something is Eating Holes in Clothing

Something is eating holes in clothing. There are lots of small holes in jeans, shirts, and pants.

Sambt2001 from Scranton

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Corn, Wheat and Gluten-Free Dog Treats

Does anyone know how to make corn, wheat and gluten-free dog treats?

Anita from Oregon

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Ringing in the Ears

Does anyone have a solution for ringing in the ear?

Raymond

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Homemade Tuna Tetrazzini

Does anyone have a recipe for homemade tuna helper tetrazzini?

Kelly from Ohio

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Pruning Clematis Plants

I have a Jackman II and a Huvi TM clematis. I did not prune them this fall. When do I prune them and how?

Hardiness Zone: 6a

Peg from Springboro, OH

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Using Kilz on Nicotine Stained Walls

Can I use the oil based Kilz and omit washing the nicotine stained walls?

Karen

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Freezing Lamb Liver

Can you safely freeze lamb liver? If so, for how long?

Lesley from England

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Cleaning Ink Out of a Dryer

How do you remove pen ink from your clothes dryer? Hubby said it will not hurt anything else as it is baked on but I am afraid it will. Thanks.

Joanna from Cookeville

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Scars From Acne

I have acne problems and my skin is so oily. I use isoterixin on it but the scars remain. Please help.

Suadh

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Homemade Cat Repellent

I have two cats but, there is a lot of stray cats in our neighborhood. This is a problem because a stray tom cat has been sneaking into our basement window and spraying. What can I use as a cat repellent that won't bother my own cats? Is there anything that I can use to take the tom cat's spray smell out?

Desirae

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Salvage Grocery Wholesalers in Iowa

I am opening a salvage grocery in Dubuque, IA and am looking for salvage grocery wholesalers. Are there any recommended ones in my area or that will ship to Iowa?

Jill from Dubuque, IA

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Recipes Using Cabbage

I am looking for recipes using cabbage.

Jean from Saxe, VA

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Keeping Feather Mattress on the Bed

I have a feather mattress as well as feather pillows. Any suggestions on getting the feather mattress to actually stay on the bed? It slides off during the night.

Jen from Central Florida

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Inexpensive Ideas for Decorating a Church Hall

I have to decorate our church hall and I need decorations! I need ideas of things I can make on the cheap side. Thanks.

Sandy from Mtn. View, AR

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Painting Furniture a New Color

I am interested in painting wooden furniture to reuse in a new home. I have a table with chairs and hutch, end tables and a coffee table that I want to give a new look to. Also, since the dining and living room connect, should I paint all wooden pieces to match? I am very new at painting to re-use!

janiebug from Indiana

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Choosing the Best VoIP

Which is the best VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol?

Kathleen from NC

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Golf Balls and Tees for Soldiers

I am trying to find places that would donate golf balls and tees to soldiers. Can someone please help me?

ILOVEMYSOLDIER from Camp Hill, PA

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Free Printable Letterland Characters

Does anyone know where I can get free Letterland characters that are printable?

Karen from Clemmons, NC

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Removing Smoke Odor from Leather Boots

My daughter was given a nice pair of leather boots but they reek of smoke and cannot be used. What can she use to help remove this odor? We have left them outside in the sun and air but this has not helped very much.

Betty from Belleview, FL

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Cat Scratching Woodwork

My cat likes to scratch on the wood work. How can I stop that? I have heard that jalapeno peppers will do the trick or citrus. Does that work? Please help!

Desirae

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Asking Someone To Sadies Hawkins

What is a cute way to ask my guy friend to Sadies? He likes peanut butter M&M's and lives up in the mountains.

Angie

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Single Knit Stitch on a Rectangle Knifty Knitter

I just bought a Knifty Knitter Rectangle Loom. I want to use the single knit stitch, but there are no instruction on how to do this. Please help. I can start it, but once I reach the end how do I go back? I hope this makes sense.

Randi123 from Sacramento, CA

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Dealing With a Jealous Dog

How do you deal with a jealous dog?

Natalie from Hillside

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Cleaning Refrigerator Seal (Gaskets)

What is the best way to prevent mold/mildew from building up on the door gaskets of the refrigerator? What is the best way to clean it when it does form?

Connie from Smithville, TN

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Real Estate Business Name Ideas

I need a catchy name for my real estate business. Something unforgettable.

Gilmore from Washington, NJ

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Apple Butter Recipe

I am looking for an apple butter recipe.

Terry from Colorado Springs

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Fragrance Lamp Oil Recipe

Can you use candle fragrance oil in lamp oil?

Jennie

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Finding Donations for the Troops

I am the new FRG Leader for the Charlie Co. of 1-82 ARB in Ft. Bragg, NC. I was wondering if anyone had any idea about which companies donate to troops going overseas? Any info would be greatly appreciated!

Claudia from Fort Bragg, NC

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Homemade Sanitary Pads

How do you make cloth sanitary napkins? I've seen them on the internet. I can't afford to buy the ones online, but think I could make my own.

Jan from Atlanta, GA

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String Easter Eggs

Why does no one have a picture of the string Easter eggs? How much string do I use? How much of the balloon should be covered? Does anyone have pictures for this craft?

Barb from Weidman, MI

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