Daily Thrifty Tips - September 11, 2006

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Use a long handled pooper scooper to pick up garden and yard debris. I especially like it for things with stickers such as horse chestnut burrs. Saves the back and the fingers.

By Carole from Lothian, MD

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I am normally not much of a juice person - but I really like tomato juice when I am dieting. A big glass of tomato juice and some nuts or a piece of low-fat mozzarella cheese makes a nice lunch/snack. (And I can get large cans for 99 cents at the dollar store, too.)

By Pam from Los Angeles

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If you have a drive-in movie theatre near you it can be a fun and relatively inexpensive way to see a movie as a family. The ticket price can be similar to seeing a movie in a theatre, but most drive-ins have no problem with you bringing in your own snacks and some even allow you to barbecue before the show. Most drive-in theaters also show a double feature so you get two movies for the price of one.

By Fisher

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There are lots of sticky, nasty things in our kitchens that we have to pick/clean up. When this happens, put your hand into a plastic grocery bag to pick up whatever it is and then just invert the bag and throw the sticky item away. Most of us have lots of those plastic grocery bags on hand anyway so this is a good use for them, too.

By Robin from Washington, IA

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I'm very much a believer in recycling. Most of my clothing comes from thrift shops in the first place, then I regularly pass them on to the Diabetes clothing crew for further recycling.

However, at the moment I'm at the stage that even thrift shop buying is out for me. So for now I'm making do with what I have.

Recently I was sorting through clothing intending to put it aside for the clothing crew to pick up and decided that okay, maybe some of these things weren't in the first flush of youth, but surely I could get one more season out of them. Khaki pants that are a bit on the baggy side for me, a shirt that is 5 years old, but still in good condition and so on.

So my thoughts are give generously when you can, but think as well whether you can make do a little longer with what you have before purchasing new stuff (even from the thrift shops!)

By Elliecat from Melbourne, Australia

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It's not fun, but it's worth doing at least once a year. If your home has a crawl space, crawl around down there and look for bugs and moisture. Be sure to crawl under the bathroom and kitchen and look up at the sub-flooring for watermarks. If you see any then you have a significant leak that needs to be fixed. Also tack up any drooping insulation. If your floor is insulated, be sure cover every inch of your body and wear goggles and a face mask before venturing into the crawl space.

By Fisher

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If for some reason you don't have time to bake your special event or holiday treats. Watch your newspaper for bake sales in your area and help out the organization that's having the bake sale. Maybe if you need a special treat, you can call and put in a request. Have them hold it for you (give them your name and phone number where they can reach you).

By Terri from NV

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Do you have allergies? Does your nose get dry? Do you ever use a saline moisturizing mist (nose spray)? Well, I've had a stuffy nose and of course, other times I had the crusty nose and the post nasal drip and such. I still do not know for sure what's going on but I am beginning to believe I've developed allergies. No one else in the family has these symptoms.

Well anyway, I had bought some Ziacam spray at a drug store and paid high for it ($10.99) and, although it seemed to really help me to breath better, after a couple days I developed a strange smell and taste in my mouth, even though the directions said it absolutely would not cause that and it was homeopathic. I stopped taking it.

Yesterday, while at Dollar General I happened to notice products like that, that they sell. I decided to buy a box of nose spray. It was only $2.50 and it is called 4-Way Saline Moisturizing Mist and is made by Bristol-Myers. It has eucalyptol and Menthol. You just squeeze the bottle and inhale at the same time. It says it is alcohol free, non-medicated, non-habit forming, soothes dry irritated nasal passages and makes nose feel clearer. It says the ingredients are recommended by ENT's.

So far I like it and no side effects. It seems I can breath better. I think this would be good to use in the winter when the house is drier. I just thought I'd mention because it is so much cheaper than some of those other products. The clerk told me she sells a lot of this and people rave about how well it works and such a good price.

By Debbie52 from IL

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Can you help with a "Glamour Girl" Dinner Party?

Kee from Chino, CA

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Does anyone know how to get rid of spiders?

Mariana from Houston, TX

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What color could I paint my walls to match dark blue carpet?

April from Roxboro, NC

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How do you remove ball point pen from computer screen?

Amy from Boston

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How do you cut a t-shirt and tie it?

Kristin from Slocomb, AL

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I need your help again. I want to make faux logs to place beside my gel fireplace that uses gel fuel. I am trying rolled up newspapers and am going to paint them a wood color. What color should i paint them (spray paint) and any other ideas other than newspapers? Not sure how this idea will work out. I want them to look as real as possible

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Sherry from Dixie, West Virginia

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Do you have any suggestions on how to get a peach juice stain off a light blue t-shirt? I tried Oxyclean but it didn't work. I haven't put the shirt in the dryer, but have washed it a few times and spot treated the stain each time. I even tried soaking overnight in an Oxyclean powder/water mixture.

Mary from Alexandria, VA

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How do you get the mildew odor out of beach towels?

Susan from Wrightstown NJ

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Where can I find a cheap source for buying zeolite?

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M Crowe from Silicon Valley

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I purchased an iPod Nano and the screen cracked. I was told that this was a problem with ipods. I purchased it at Circuit City and bought an extended warranty, they refused to honor it due to the problem. I have gone to the Apple store and was told by the nasty manager that they do not repair the screens for iPods and that I would have to purchase another one for $199.00 I have been trying for 3 days to call apple and have been put on hold for a least 1 1/2 hrs twice. I will never buy or recommend and Apple product to anyone. Does anyone know how I can get help from apple?

Rose from CT

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What is the mixture for the vinegar and water to help with a ear infection?

Kim from Toledo, OH

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I have a small glass cruet that has a film on the inside of it. I've run it through the dishwasher and the film will not come off. Any ideas on what I can do to clean the inside of it? A bottle brush won't work because the bottle is round at the bottom. Thanks!

Maryeileen from Brooklyn OH

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Does anyone know how you can get rid of deep lines around your eyes which came from wearing glasses? Thanks in advance

Vicky from Easton, PA

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My husband tracked grease all over my brand new carpet. Will anything get it out? It's light brown carpet.

Kimberly from Villa Rica, GA

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I have burgundy walls, oak flooring, and dark grey furniture. Any suggestions for rugs or curtains?

Dani from D.C.

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My cat had kittens and I need to know at what age do you start litter training an feeding regular food?

Darlene from PA

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When I was inspecting our attic I notices that the insulation up there is not in good shape. They used some type of loose insulation that they spread out. There big holes in its coverage and in some places it is very thin. Basically, I don't think it's very well insulated at all. Do I need to replace that loose insulation or can I just put down new on top of it?

Thanks,
LS

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I have several orchids that bloomed beautifully in my other home but since I move they just send out green and don't bloom. Is there something I can do to jump start the bloom process? I have them under artificial light in the winter, sitting in a tray of pebbles so I can regulate humidity and summer them in a protected spot in the garden for the summer. I also have stems that appear dead and dried but then green shoots will come out. Should I trim off the stems that appear spent?

Hardiness Zone: 5a

Roberta from China, ME

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I have metal (blue color) mini blinds that I've had up for 8 years. I do smoke in the house, too. At a glance, you don't notice, but I see the dirt and grime on the blinds and I am looking for a way to clean them. Also, what about the small rope (strings) that are used to operate the blinds?

Thank you so much for your help!

Sue from Birmingham, AL

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I had carpet tape on my kitchen floor and to get it off I used a sticker remover. Now the floor is very slippery and I'm afraid someone will fall, what can I do?

Nancy from Madison, WI

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I am looking for a store in or around my area that sells discounted scratched and dented food or items that are past their shelf life.

Beth from Onaway Michigan

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How do you get rid of lizards?

Cynthia from Dallas, Texas

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My husband and I recently moved to an apartment. I am seeking ideas for inexpensive vegetable patio gardening. There isn't much direct sunlight on our patio.

Hardiness Zone: 8a

Michelle from Dallas, TX

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I have a new navy blue cotton shirt that accidently got put in the wash with a couple of wash cloths. Of course, now it has a slightly fuzzy look, not at all the new look that it should have. Does anyone know how to get rid of the fuzz that comes from putting something in with towels? Thanks for any responses!

Jacquelyn from Walker, LA

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I don't know if this has already abeen answered in the archives, but can you transplant a butterfly bush in the fall, or should I wait till spring.

Hardiness Zone: 6a

Peggy from Chillicothe, OH

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Could someone give me Marigold Tips? I really like them, they remind me fall mums but I have know luck with mums. If I plant now, how long will it take them to bloom? Any tips?

Hardiness Zone: 6a

Autumn from Missouri

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When is a good time to transplant Black-eyed Susans?

Hardiness Zone: 6a

Peggy from Chillicothe, OH

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I bought a dark red maroon fitted sheet for my queen size mattress and it turned my mattress pink. I just bought this mattress! Can someone please help me? How do you get Fabric color stains out of a mattress?

Ruby from Texas

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Each year I am in charge of our department's christmas party. And each year I have done little table favors for each person attending (generally around 100). One year I did candy canes wrapped with a napkin around the silverware, last year I did candy canes decorated to look like reindeer. Our theme this year is Christmas Around the World. Anyone have any cute and frugal ideas?

Sheri from Modesto CA

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How do I remove perfume smell from a glove leather handbag lined with suede (Coach)?

Frespkr from Lebanon, CT

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