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Vol. 8, Num. 96, May 15, 2009 (Read It Online) This newsletter has the last batch of contest contenders for this week. You can view all of the contest entries for this week here: http://www.thriftyfun.com/contest.ldml Thank you to everyone that has taken time to rate posts! Have a great weekend. Thanks for reading, The ThriftyFun Team
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Reuse Fancy Chocolate Containers I use the empty Ferrero Rocher box (it's plastic and clear and I already enjoyed the chocolates) for my jewelry, also for storage on my dresser for odds and ends that get scattered all over. You can see in the box at a glance. Easy to stack out of the way or even in the open since box is rather pretty. By Diva53d from Foymount, Ontario Contest Contender!
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We recently had a mid-April freak snowstorm and it covered EVERYTHING and I got some pictures early in the morning before the sun melted it. They turned out pretty cool! By Stacey from Eagle Mountain, UT Contest Contender!
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A little boy, his daddy, sunshine and water. it doesn't get any better than that! It's hard to tell which one is having the most fun! I took this picture of my "little boy" with his little boy on a recent visit. As for this grandmother, my heart was filled not only from the warmth of the sun, but even more from seeing my "baby" enjoying being a daddy. By Sandy from Elon, NC Contest Contender!
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Recycle Business Cards As File Tab Inserts I was going through some old business cards thinning out the desk today. I came across clear file tabs at the same time. Source: My own "what can I use this for" mind! By poor but proud from Salem OR Contest Contender!
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Shad-o is a 14 week old Chihuahua/Shih-tzu. I got my pet from my sister as a Christmas gift in January 2009. Shad-o loves playing outside especially with his older brother. Shad-o is a bundle of joy to have, he's very playful and a very happy dog. Very smart and so cute! By Dawn from Tamarac, Florida 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!
Save on New Movies With Pay Per View You can save money on new(er) movies by seeing them on pay-per-view on your cable. I saw a new one on the IFC pay-for-view that I just saw reviewed in the paper, as you can get it on cable at the same time as its independent release - and at $5.99 for hubby and me, that's a real saving! By Pamphyila from L.A., CA Contest Contender!
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Keep Mayflies Away With Marigolds To keep Mayflies from zooming around your head and biting you, put a couple of marigolds in your hat. They don't like the smell. They will circle your head and leave. By Betty from NC Contest Contender!
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These days children don't even know what they are. If it doesn't plug into a TV or computer, kids don't know what it is! My 5 year old granddaughter's favorite words are "play with me". I try to find crafts to make, cutting out pictures, coloring, glitter, drawing; she loves it all. One day I drew a paper doll and cut it out. I cut out a few outfits that fit, and she played for hours. She even took it home and played with it. Who knew that something so simple could out do video games? By vguy from Earle, AR Contest Contender!
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I do outdoor craft fairs adn I need printer ink that does not run or smear when it rains! Epson printers have waterproof ink. With my Epson printer I don't have to worry about my business cards, brochures or signs running if it rains! Before owning an Epson printer with "dura-brite" ink I would have to laminate or spray a sealer over all my business cards, brochures and paperwork. Epson ink has not only saved me time and money, but my printed paperwork is now so much more professional looking! With waterproof ink I don't have to worry if a customer gets one of my brochures wet and there's no worry about the ink smearing on to their clothing. I also love the way Epson ink doesn't fade in sunshine, it's also archival, prints out excellent photos and very professional looking greeting cards! I wonder why no other printers have waterproof ink? This ink is amazing, I've actually held a printed item under a faucet of running water and the ink didn't run or fade one bit! By Cyinda Contest Contender!
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Product Review: Village Naturals Therapy Product: Village Naturals Therapy/Aches and Pains Model: Therapy in the green bottle Manufacturer: The Village Company Cost: $4.50 at Walmart This is the best muscle relaxing bath product I have ever used. It is good when you need something to clear your sinuses and I have never seen another product that works as good. It is at Walmart. By Robyn Fed from Hampton TN Contest Contender!
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How To Teach Your Children To Cook I am helping my young granddaughter-in-law learn how to cook. I know she will come over one of her days off and I think ahead to what she might enjoy eating that would be good for her. I get the ingredients before hand, and when she's settled in for her visit, I suggest we have tea and _______, whatever is the planned dish. Sometimes it's oatmeal raisin walnut cookies, sometimes it's a dinner dish. I give her simple tasks as we assemble the food, and as I cook from scratch, I explain what I'm doing as I do it, and what are other alternative ways of cooking the dish I've tried over my lifetime, and how it worked out, or didn't as the case may be. She's learning at a mellow pace, which is good, since I tend to overdo 'teaching' and I always send her and my grandson home with something nice, tasty, and healthy, that is slightly different than they would have, just for variety. All of my grandsons cook well. By pikka from Westminster, CO
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After you have a cold or flu, wash your toothbrush with Listerine. I wash mine all the time in Listerine and even brush my teeth with the fluoride rinse and also the mouthwash. It keeps brushes fresh. By Robyn Fed from Hampton, TN Contest Contender!
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Research Online for Best Car Part Prices Save money on your car repairs by researching the price of the parts, and perhaps buying the part on your own. Many automotive shops charge up the price of the part and pass it on to the consumer. As one of the mechanics told me today (as my car is in the shop), this is one of the ways they made money. Well, I can appreciate their need to make money, while I have a need to SAVE it! This became clear as I was quoted around $600.00 to replace my distributor. The part was supposedly going to cost $450.00. I panicked a little. After doing research online, I found the correct new OEM part for $154.00! A savings of $300.00. Good repair shops will agree to install a part that you provide to them, although they will not likely warranty the part. But, the manufacturer or retailer selling the part typically does provide such a warranty for the part, so who cares? Find out what part your car may need, then do a google search, check E-Bay, etc. I've done this several times on cars I have owned and saved hundreds, if not thousands of dollars. Even if you have to pay to have a professional install it, so what? You can at least save money on the part itself! By go2jared from Blacklick, OH Contest Contender!
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Do not throw away your bread ties from the bread bags. I reuse them for opened frozen veggies, or anything that I open that needs a tie. Keep a stash in your kitchen drawer, you will be amazed how handy they become. By justinsevaus from Yakima, WA Contest Contender!
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Removing Pet Urine Smell From Carpet I read this tip on a cleaning site, thought it might be helpful. It is for removing urine smell from a carpet. Mouthwash. While it may not clean the actual stain, it will remove the odor. Create a mixture of water and mouthwash, where you use two times as much water as mouthwash. Spray the mixture onto the area where the urine is and allow it to sit for a couple of hours. Place a couple of newspapers over the wet area and then vacuum the area once it's dry. The area will smell like the mouthwash for a day or two, but you will not smell the urine again. By Pico from St. Paul, Alberta Contest Contender!
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How can I remove the decorative raised beading on my kitchen cabinets prior to repainting them? By Jeri O from Chicago, IL Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf224964.tip.html
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Rate It: Black snakes are a good thing! It must be Spring as our Black Snake is back. Black snakes will keep your property clean of rodents as well as Starlings (bird) that nest around the roof area of your home. They, at least ours, is not aggressive at all. This year our buddy made his grand entry in our house, that we are remodeling. He/she was hanging by his/her tail over the back door, doing twists and turns like an acrobat. \ Our Jack Russell Terrier discovered it first and started barking. Knowing it was the Black snake back, we just let it do it's thing and be on it's way. Later we saw it crawling around the gutters on our shed. Personally, I know a Black snake when I see one but I can certainly appreciate some people wouldn't have a clue what a Black snake looks like compared to a venomous snake, which brings me to my question. Is it true that Black snakes are the only type snake that will crawl around house rafters or other high places in your house? I was told that venomous snakes are considered earth snakes that may crawl high on a mountain top but not in a home. If that is true, it may save many Black snakes lives if people knew that. Please don't kill Black snakes as they are gentle and do a good job keeping unwanted rats, mice and yes those pesty birds called Starlings. By Suzyspinkmoon from Clinton, TN. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf295751.tip.html
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Rate It: Ideas needed for 25th wedding anniversary gift for my cousin and his wife. I only see them once a year and don't know them very well personally. They are country folk but very opposite from each other. There are no special memories or photos that I could put together for some kind of album or collage. They live 3 hours away from us, so I am not familiar with their area. Has anyone ever come up with a neat idea that they use often for such occasions? By Arlinn Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf15671090.tip.html
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Rate It: How can you get rid of snails eating your potted plants? Hardiness Zone: 8a By jr112748 from Dallas, TX Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf596102.tip.html
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Rate It: I would like to paint our existing interlocking red brick ground-level patio (approx. 20 feet x 8 feet). I have grown tired of the red, but would rather paint than replace. Any advice on whether painting is feasible (part of the patio is protected by an upper deck; part is open to the elements) and if feasible, I'm looking for advice on the best process to follow to paint. Thanks! By Karebear2 from Calgary, AB Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf97797462.tip.html
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Rate It: Buying Old Technology - Music and Video Does anyone know if you can buy cassette audio music tapes anywhere? By flower51 Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf73299049.tip.html
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Rate It: Saving Plants Through The Winter Dear Ellen, I just read a post that you responded to about Strawberry Plants in pots in the winter. I am hoping you can give a little clarification. You told the gentlemen that he could keep them in the garage, but he did not ask if he would need to water them during the winter. Are the plants going to survive the winter without moisture? I will be doing the same type of thing, but don't know if I should provide regular watering or not. Thanks so much for your help. DinaHardiness Zone: 6a By Dinamarie from Slatington, PA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf180418.tip.html
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Rate It: Removing Deep Scratches in Car's Paint I ran into a barbed wire fence and have deep scratches in the paint job of my car. My car is only two years old and now it looks terrible. Can anyone tell me how to fix these scratches? By gypsynana from Vancouver, BC Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf48411501.tip.html
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Rate It: I just planted my Zinnias and something is eating them, the flowers, leaves, everything. What could it be? Thank you. Hardiness Zone: 6a By Terryo from New York, NY Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf41011872.tip.html
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Rate It: Making Sausage with a Food Processor Has anybody made homemade sausage with a food processor? I want to make some patties with chicken and pork chops, will it work? Do you have a good recipe? Thanks very much. By kffrmw88 from Dothan, AL Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf16577570.tip.html
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Rate It: I am looking for a recipe for dollar rolls. By Molley from Morristown, IN Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf30478234.tip.html
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Rate It: Pattern for 50s Cat Eye Glasses Where can I find a paper pattern to make 50s cat eye glasses? I want to save money and just make some foam frames to stick to my glasses. I just don't know where to find a pattern. I don't want to freehand it either. I want them to look nice and even. Thank you in advance. By craftymama Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf99540800.tip.html
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Rate It: Venetian Plaster on Countertops Has anyone ever used Venetian plaster on their countertops? Just wondering if it would work. I've done it to my walls and it looks amazing. Help! By shaimacker from Petrolia, ON Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf84055113.tip.html
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Rate It: I'm wondering if anyone here has any idea where to buy bulk meat items in and around the Baton Rouge, Louisiana area. I want to try to buy a 1/4 or 1/2 a cow and maybe some pork, too, but I have no idea where to start. Thanks for any info you can give me! By jdmcd79 from Gonzales, LA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf95420511.tip.html
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Rate It: Children's Gift Ideas for Mother's Day What are some thrifty ideas that children, 12 and under can do for Mother's Day for their parents? By quivershivershake from Desoto, TX Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf97825452.tip.html
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Rate It: How do you deal with your creditors when you can't pay the full amount, if you have lost your job etc.? I try to explain, but most want money no matter what? I did get one card closed and a low payment plan, but only one would do this for me. By deLadyBex from Staten Island, NY Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf62225509.tip.html
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Rate It: Planning a Wedding and Reception for $1500 I'm planning a wedding for August 1, 2009 (12 weeks from now) and have limited budget ($1500). I would like to find a place to have the ceremony and reception with about 80 guests. Does anyone out there have any suggestions? I'm running myself in circles without much help. So anything you've got would be helpful. By missdee818 from N. Hollywood, CA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf15929848.tip.html
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Rate It: Does anyone know of a reputable book restorer or binder in either one of the Carolinas or Virginia? I have some antique books that were left to me and would like to find out whether it would worth having them restored or to sell them to a collector as is. These books date back to the early 1800's and one even to the late 1700's. I'm also looking for a book collector who may be interested in buying them. By Cricketnc from Parkton, NC Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf53150804.tip.html
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Rate It: The white on my nails is disappearing into my nail beds. It is just on my pinky fingernails. There is not a fungus, but it acts like one. The nail is weak and grows differently. Any suggestions? By dwicke from Nashville, TN Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf70303296.tip.html
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Rate It: I need unpasted wallpaper and can't find any. I'm having a difficult time locating a store or other outlet where I can purchase a roll of wallpaper that is "not" prepasted to use as drawer liners. Any suggestions? Thank you! By Busy Grandma from Port Washington, WI Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf25369904.tip.html
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Rate It: Would anyone have a recipe for homemade yogurt made with skim milk powder, Knox plain gelatin, and water? It is then left overnight in an oven that has been preheated to 200 and then turned off. I used to make it, but lost the recipe so I don't know what quantities I need. By Katie from Sault Ste Marie, Ontario, Canada Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf589865.tip.html
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Rate It: How do I clean a microfiber couch? Can I spray the whole couch to bring it back to it's nice beige color? By kml2000 from Calgary, Alberta Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf544599.tip.html
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Rate It: I am looking for a good home remedy for unclogging a drain. By KNIGHTSY47 from San Diego, CA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf77936089.tip.html
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Rate It: If I give up paper towels, what should we use for quick pick ups, spills, etc.? I don't want to be passing germs using cloth rags, on items in the kitchen. Any ideas? How can I get the rest of the members in house to go along with this idea? By Peggy9871 from MA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf001041.tip.html
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Rate It: Any idea on what to do with the "butt" ends of bread? By monnat96 from Pingree Grove, IL Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf478792.tip.html
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Rate It: Would any of you out there have some good advice on how to save money on "teacher gifts"? I have a bunch of children and they have a bunch of teachers each (not to mention the bus drivers, principals, vice-principals and school secretaries)! I simply haven't the funds to be able to buy substantial thank you gifts for them all, but I can't really leave anyone out either. I need to spend as little as I can get away with, without being obvious about it. Help? Thank you so much! By AnnahFM from Toronto, Ontario Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf139790.tip.html
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Rate It: Permanent Marker on a Wood Table My son took a permanent marker and drew all over my wood table. Any suggestions on how to remove the ink? Thanks. By dinglebarry from Chicago Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf516120.tip.html
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Rate It: My wife and I are starting a garden this year for the first time. We were wondering what kind of vegetables thrive near each other? What would be good to grow for our area? Any advice would be much appreciated, and put to good use. Thank you all very much. Hardiness Zone: 6a By greengreenthumb from Detroit, MI Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf38463988.tip.html
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Rate It: Planting Dwarf Fruit Trees in Pots I would like advice on growing dwarf fruit trees in a pot. Hardiness Zone: 6a By Greg B from St. Louis Mo Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf79930724.tip.html
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Rate It: Tennis Party - Decoration Ideas I am looking for simple but creative decoration ideas for a girl's high school tennis banquet? By gfast from Denver, CO Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf656527.tip.html
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Rate It: How long should I wait to re-dye my hair? I colored my hair and thought it would come out dark auburn, but it just looks dark brown. Can I color it again with a red to make it more auburn? Can I do it right away or do I have to wait? My sister kept coloring her hair different color browns every few days because she didn't like the shade and it turned green! I definitely don't want green! Thanks to anyone who can help me! By Scubalover from Orange, CA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf80660179.tip.html
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