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Volume Six, Number 151, August 7, 2007 (Read It Online) The requests just keep coming in. Thanks for all the help with answers for them. Be sure to look over the newest batch at the bottom of the newsletter. Thanks for reading, Thanks for reading, Susan
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Glass pink beads mixed with pearls make this a beautiful necklace! Approximate Time 1 hour Supplies:
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By AngelLoveInOhio from Akron/Canton Area of Ohio
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Rate It: In the past I have received mini roses and have always had them die, no matter how tenderly cared for them. This last one I got as a gift I decided to plant outside, and it has flourished and grown very fast. I put it in the sun area. So, if you have bad luck with these pretty mini roses, try placing them outside.
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Rate It: Bag holder for picking up litter! To make the holder you need:
Instructions for making the bag holder:Insert the aluminum rod into the vinyl tubing. A quick way to do this is with the use of an air compressor. Blow air into the tubing while someone else pushes the rod into the tubing. Don't turn the rod loose though as it will shoot out like an arrow. Press the rod up into the tubing about 1/2 inch so the tubing will overlap the sharp ends of the rod. The tubing gives the clamps grip and makes the holder more comfortable to handle. Using a vice, bend the rod in the middle. Come down approximately 4 inches and bend to the right and to the left. Then bend down 7 inches from the tips. We shaped it like this so it will fit most any size bag. The handle is necessary as it aids in controlling the opening and closing of the bag. It also serves as a brace which makes the holder strong and durable. To put the bag on the holder, overlap 3-5 inches of the top of the bag over the rod. Cuff the part of the bag that is not attached to the holder. Clamp the bag to the holder as shown in the picture. You can use the full opening of the bag or make the opening small by gathering the bag at the handle. Wrap the excess around the rod. Using the 4 clamps, clamp at top and at tips of the rod. We don't have any problem with the clamps coming off if they are put on tightly. To put a small shopping bag on the holder, put the rod down into the bag and stretch the back of the bag over the holder and clamp into place. This works well for picking up a small amount of litter. You can put two bags on the holder by attaching a bag to the back of the holder using the same clamps. When doing my daily walks, I put 2 Wal-mart bags on the holder and put trash in one and recyclables in the other. I always take extras bags with me including a large trash bag just in case I run into a more litter than expected. Then, all I have to do is switch to the large bag. By Betty Edwards from Louisburg, NC
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Rate It: Nowadays many people have a camera on their cell phone so taking pictures can become part of an outdoor party or festival event.
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Rate It: Crickett is a Tiny Toy Poodle and is 5 years old.
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Print In Draft Mode To Save Ink Save money on printer ink. When printing, under Preferences choose "Draft." You will find the copy quite dark. It's surprising. It makes your printer ink go further. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf94155220.tip.html
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Rate It: Wheelbarrow Flower Decorations This is a craft simple enough for small children. You need plastic scoops from powder detergent, caps from gallon jugs of milk and small artificial flowers.
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Rate It: Bounce This Along - Uses For Bounce Fabric Softener My mail carrier told me that the US Postal service sent out a message to all letter carriers to put a sheet of Bounce in their uniform pockets to keep yellow-jackets away. I use them all the time when playing baseball and soccer. I use it when I am working outside. It really works. The insects just veer around you. All this time you've just been putting Bounce in the dryer!
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Rate It: FREE stuff! Go to Walmart.com. When it comes up, type "free samples". When the proper box comes up...you'll see all sorts of freebies that will be sent to you (do remember they MUST have a birthdate that is "adult"). I haven't bought toothpaste and a lot of things for months, got them free! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf56973759.tip.html
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Rate It: My wedding tip is to provide complimentary beverages at a wedding, including alcohol. Beer and wine are fine; and if your budget allows, a full bar. The other point I'd like to stress is to have the beverages available as soon as the guests arrive. This way, everyone starts relaxing and having fun and there's less stress all the way around. The tackiest thing in the world is to expect your guests to pay for beverages at your wedding. They're your GUESTS (duh). Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf35966941.tip.html
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Rate It: Several years ago after getting a dog I noticed how much liquid hand soap I was using. It was getting really expensive so I knew I would have to think of some frugal way to have an easy way to wash my hands many times a day. One day, while shopping at my local discount market, I noticed how inexpensive large bottles of liquid bath soap was; it was much cheaper than the small bottles of handsoap. I thought I would see how it was for washing hands and it is great! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf98136733.tip.html
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Rate It: Warm Up Mascara Before Applying And Other Tips While putting on your foundation, just place your mascara somewhere next to your body. The mascara will heat up to your body temperature and it will be so much easier to apply. I usually place it down in my bra or you can put it under your leg if your sitting down. It doesn't dry it out at all, just makes it smooth for application. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf51599242.tip.html
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Rate It: Camomile Tea for Cat Eye Problems Save on expensive vet bills. If you have an animal that has an eye problem, bathe the eye in camomile tea. Steep strong tea as you would if you were going to drink it. Let it cool. Take a cotton ball or face cloth and soak it in the tea. Apply to animals eye(s). This helped me save lots of $ when my cat had an eye infection which the prescription wasn't helping. I only had to do it twice and the eye cleared up entirely. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf20729486.tip.html
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Building A Ceramic Underlay For Stove I want to build a ceramic underlay for an airtight stove that I purchased. I've never done ceramic tiles before, so could use some good help. Also, can I lay the tile on top of laminate flooring? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf82302286.tip.html
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Rate It: Molasses For Nut Grass Prevention Nut Grass: I sprayed the lawn with diluted molasses concentrate, because I read on the internet that the government is conducting experiments to help get rid of nut grass via organic methods. They are using sweet products (sugar, molasses...), because nut grass comes from a bulb and dirt full of nutrients contains micro-organisms that destroy bulbs. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf68407835.tip.html
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Rate It: Need A Name For A Tile And Grout Cleaning Company Hi! I'm starting up a tile and grout cleaning company and I need help coming up with a catchy name, one that people will remember. Something short, catchy, remeberable. Tile and Grout Restoration will be the description or tag line but I need a name first. I've had a few suggestions like: Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf49886723.tip.html
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Rate It: Can I Return A Lemon Poulan Lawnmower? Lawnmower problem. Bought a new Poulan Self-propelled in June 07. Briggs and Stratton engine. VERY hard to start. Have used twice. Requires maybe 30 compressions of the primer (3 is recommended). I think it's a lemon--but are mower lemons returnable? My guess: needs some carburetor adjustment. Anyone have advice? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf12714278.tip.html
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Rate It: What Breed Is My Dog (German Shepard Mix) Does anyone have any idea what mix my puppy is? The animal shelter said she is a German Shepherd mix, but they were not sure what her mix is. Any feedback would be great! Thanks!
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Rate It: Inexpensive Chair Covers For Wedding Hello, I was hoping someone can help me find inexpensive chair covers and sashes. Our wedding is September 15, 2007 and we are on a tight budget. I need about 200. We rented a hall and we are decorating ourselves so any suggestions will also be very much appreciated. We do not have a theme but we will like the event to have elegance to it. thank you Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf66156674.tip.html
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Rate It: Where Can I Get A Miss Elizabeth Scrapbook? I purchased from the Dollar Tree Miss Elizabeth's scrapbooking pages and refills. Where can I get a scrapbook to go with it. They didn't have one in stock at the time, not sure if they even get them in at all? Thank you! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf90913938.tip.html
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Rate It: Homemade Ice Cream Leaves Waxy Film When I make homemade ice cream, I get a waxy film on the spoons and even in my mouth. What is this and how can I keep it from happening? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf97912921.tip.html
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Rate It: Recipe for Fruit Salad Dressing I'm looking for a recipe to make my own dressing for a mixed fruit salad, possibly a poppyseed dressing. Thanks. Maryeileen from Brooklyn OH Editor's Note: Here is a link to fruit salad dressings on Thrifty Fun: Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf47304498.tip.html
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Rate It: Our house is 4 1/2 years old. Built new.We have 8 smoke detectors in the house electrically powered. Also we have in house security system, where in the panel lights "Fire" button. When I turn the system on, it starts beeping very loudly, continuously until I manually turn the system off by key given. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf12286568.tip.html
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Rate It: Advice on Colour Scheme for Pillars and House I would appreciate your opinion on a colour scheme for our outside pillars wall and house. The house is a bungalow with mahogany windows, peat brown roof tiles, spoutings, facia, barriage boards and pvc garage door. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf29147947.tip.html
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Rate It: Help, my headliner in my pick-up fell out. What kind of glue can I get to put something up there. The top really gets hot and so the a/c really isn't as cold as it could be. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf12051392.tip.html
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Rate It: I think I am in Zone 5-6, I think I have grubs in the lawn and want to treat them. It is August 3 and I am confused from all the articles I read can you please help me. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf55883455.tip.html
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Rate It: Keeping Concrete Underfloor Clean I've just pulled carpeting in my house and am down to the concrete floors. As it will be a few weeks before I'm ready to lay new carpet and hardwood, what I can use to keep the concrete floors clean? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf47630761.tip.html
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Rate It: Does anyone know how to clean Roman Shades? Can they be washed, or dry cleaned? Mine have been up for quite some time and rather filthy! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf75518498.tip.html
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Rate It: Removing Vaseline Stains From Furniture How do I get Vaseline stains out of fabric furniture? The stains are about a week old and I've tried dish soap, rubbing alcohol, steam cleaning and Shout. Nothing works. Any ideas? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf25471639.tip.html
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Rate It: I have microfiber couches and do not know the best way to clean them. My toddler has drooled all over them. Can I just unzip my microfiber covers to my couch and throw them in the washer? If so, on what temperature? Does anybody know? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf544599.tip.html
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Rate It: I am looking for a playdough recipe that I used to make for children and must make for my grandson! I have seen several different types of recipes but the one I am thinking of you do not have to cook, but I remember I had to add dish soap! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf794848.tip.html
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Dear ThriftyFun Community: Some weeks back I wrote. So many bad things had happened to my family then my mother was diagnosed with cancer. I thought God had forsaken us and I asked for advice about praying. So many of you responded with words of encouragement. You sent your prayers. My mom and I were so touched. Well, here's what happened: the doctor operated on mom expecting to find worst -- pancreatic cancer, one of the least curable. Instead, it was lymphoma, the most curable. Mom has had one session of chemotherapy and already the tumor, which was the size of a baseball, has shrunk so small the doctor can't feel it anymore! Mom needs a few more treatments and her doctor feels she will be cured. Mom has some great doctors and state of the art treatment but I believe with all my heart the biggest medicine was answered prayers. I don't know how to thank you except to say that I will always keep you in my prayers. God Bless you all. Joan from Chesapeake VA Editor's Note: Joan's original post and the overwhelming support she received is all gathered together as one feedback. You can read it all by scrolling down. Read More: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf93764004.tip.html
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