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Vol. 8, Num. 38, February 24, 2009 (Read It Online) Do you have any Easter Crafts to share with the ThriftyFun community? Consider submitting them to Crafts for Fun and Money. You can find more information here: http://www.thriftyfun.com/post_craft.ldml Here are the new Saving Money on Topics we are working on this week. Do you have any advice to share? Saving Money on Board Games Save Money on Plants Saving Money on Cheese Contest winners for last week will be announced tomorrow. Have a question for the ThriftyFun community? Check out our new request posting page: http://www.thriftyfun.com/post_request.ldml Thanks for reading, The ThriftyFun Team
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This is a very simple idea for anyone who might have little critters like lizards, frogs, tarantulas, and any other small animal that might need a place to hide.
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Rate It: Here's a picture of sunflowers near our home. You can see some are shorter than the others. I cut them off before they bloomed so they would not be so tall. I like them shorter. I will cut them all this summer. I did not know if they would bloom after I trimmed them or not, now I know.
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Rate It: Craft: Making a Thrifty Frame to Jazz Up a Wall I had a big bare spot between two windows in my family room. I went to Home Depot and purchased a packaged door frame kit which is much cheaper than buying framing at 2 or 3 dollars per foot.
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Rate It: Cocoa Cady is a 2 years old Chocolate Lab that my son brought home for me to house break for him at 5 weeks old. I have had him ever since.
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Rate It: I had to send this picture of my absolutely adorable Grandson, Max. He just turned 1 year old, and has discovered his shadow. As you can see, he is certainly enjoying himself, as much as we are enjoying him!
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Craft: Thrifty Crocheted Soap Scrubber Buy 100% Polyester yarn or use your acrylic yarn scraps. You will be making an enclosed "pillow case" out of the polyester yarn. Start by crocheting a chain that's about 3 inches long. Next, single crochet in the back side of your chain then continue around the other side of the same chain. Keep crocheting all the way around to your starting point and don't stop. You are working "in the round", in a spiral fashion. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf19329758.tip.html
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Rate It: Use Super Glue to Stop Nail Splitting I have a fingernail that always splits in the same place. There seems to be a ridge in the nail. If I get busy and don't keep the nail filed and buffed, the nail splits all the way to the quick. I have tried acrylic nail gel for repair but this kept chipping off. I found that if I file the nail very short, and I brush some super glue on it the nail grows out very nicely. You could try any nail glue too as it has the same active ingredients. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf11586732.tip.html
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Rate It: Take Photos of Complete Outfits I enjoy wearing my separates in various combinations. Often when I've put together an outfit I really enjoy, I can't remember the top, bottom, jewelry, shoes, belt, hair accessories, etc. that made the whole ensemble a hit. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf57042179.tip.html
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Rate It: Link: Free Tax Filing for Low Income Filers Just found out this year that if you make less than 56000.00 a year you can go to http://www.irs.gov/ and do your taxes for free! Just wanted to let people know! By jwmn from Hendersonville, NC Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf20337767.tip.html
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Rate It: Use a Scoop for Potting Plants You know how difficult it is to scoop up potting soil when potting plants? Well, they make a wonderful tool for that, one that I had not seen and was pointed out to me. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf16113849.tip.html
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Rate It: I found this recipe somewhere on the Internet, from someone who had also tried baking soda alone, with no successes. They eventually found out that the right formula was the one below:
Blend thoroughly. Put the powder in a sugar bowl and apply with a powder sponge from the dollar store. I have tried it, and it works well for me. I did try baking soda alone last year, but it irritated me. Andre Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf36950243.tip.html
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Rate It: Use Fingerless Gloves for Winter Driving In the winter, my hands occasionally become so cold that it is uncomfortable. To keep a good grip on the steering wheel and stay warm at the same time, I tried a pair of fingerless gloves (aka gauntlets). Bought them at Target, and have seen them on ebay and amazon.com. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf59589468.tip.html
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Rate It: Use Ceiling Fan Year Round to Save on Heating By setting your room ceiling fan on its lowest setting and using year round for heat or air conditioner, you can help lower the cost of your electricity bill. Remember to reverse the switch on the ceiling fans adjustments to the proper seasons use which will turn the fan the proper way to rotate the air going up or down to help keep the air flow (cool or warm air) in the room that your heat or air conditioner unit will distribute. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf79722361.tip.html
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Rate It: Clean Dishwasher With Oxy Clean For those who want to absolutely clean their dishwasher, mine was a mess. I sprayed the whole thing with Oxy Clean and let it sit for about 3 minutes. To be sure it comes out perfect, I added a bottle of coke to the bottom of the dishwasher, and just put it the dishwasher on rinse and it came out snow white. Unbelievable results, just do this and nothing else, you will be amazed. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf96753241.tip.html
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Rate It: Never buy prepared pasta sauce! They are expensive, very loaded with unhealthy items, and very bland. You always have to add extras to make it taste like "your own". So why pay $3-5 for a jar of tomato product? You can buy tomato paste/sauce/dices etc for less than $1 and throw in mushrooms and spices, all for around $2-3 total without all the additives. If you want alfredo, why pay the same $3-5 for gross tasting "alfredo"? You can buy a bag of shredded Italian cheese (mix cheese or fresh parmesan or asiago) and melt it in a pint of heavy cream. Again, it will run about $3 but VERY tasty. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf27707423.tip.html
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Paint Colors Advice for Bathroom With Green and White Tiles I have a bathroom with a dark green tile floor and white tiles on the lower half of the walls. My budget is tight and I can't change the tiles right now. I need to know which color to paint the upper half of the walls. I also have a vanity that needs paint or stain. Which colors would go well with this? I don't want the room to look overwhelmingly green either. Please help! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf98231659.tip.html
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Rate It: I would like a home remedy for head lice on children. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf48672764.tip.html
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Rate It: Website for Making Personalized Stories Does anyone know of a site where you can download a story which you can incorporate your child's name into it? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf28868415.tip.html
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Rate It: Names for Cardboard Pet Coffin Business I want to start a new business selling eco-friendly cardboard pet coffins and I need a sensitive name for the business. Any ideas gratefully received. Thanks. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf68008606.tip.html
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Rate It: Manual for Regal Kitchen Pro Bread Maker #K6743 I need a Regal Kitchen Pro Bread Maker manual for model #K6743. Does anyone know where to get one? I love this bread maker and have lost my recipe booklet. Please help me. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf85333512.tip.html
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Rate It: Collecting Advertising Credit Cards Do people collect the Advertising Credit Cards? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf60294813.tip.html
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Rate It: Organizing Your Grocery Shopping to Save Money I need help organizing my grocery shopping. I use sale papers and have a coupon organizer, but when I start to plan, I just can't seem to get it! If anyone has a system they use, I would love for you to share it with me. Thanks in advance! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf13508657.tip.html
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Rate It: I am going to tie a twin size quilt. I usually have used a friend's frame, but she has moved. How can I tie a quilt without using a frame? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf71488656.tip.html
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Rate It: Is my dog a chiweenie? We adopted her from a local shelter and that is what they thought she was. I am just curious. Any input would be great! Thanks.
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Rate It: Circuit Breaker Keeps Tripping I have a 15 amp Federal Pacific Stab-Lok circuit breaker that keeps tripping. In the house the lights flicker every once in a while. On the circuit I have mainly lights and an old GE upright freezer. When it does trip and when I switch it back sometimes I hear a spark like noise which eventually goes away. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf61231405.tip.html
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Rate It: I am a caregiver and have just started seeing a new client that I have to cook for. He is a Polish gentleman and is on a low sodium, low sugar and low calorie diet. He is diabetic. He loves polish soups. I was wondering if anyone had any simple soup recipes? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf27681265.tip.html
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Rate It: Homemade Hardwood Floor Cleaner Does anyone have a homemade recipe for hardwood floor cleaner? I have real hardwood floors, not the laminate floors. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf47518686.tip.html
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Rate It: Planting an Apple With Amaryllis Bulbs I know that my mind is going but I'm certain that I heard somewhere that an apple put in a paper bag with a newly planted amaryllis bulb for 1 week would hasten root growth, stem growth, and eventually blooming. It has to do with the ethylene given off by the apple. However I sure would hate to kill my 2 amaryllis plants so I'm trying to find someone to back up this nutty theory. Anyone willing? Thanks! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf96908185.tip.html
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Rate It: Recipes Based On a List of Ingredients What is the address of the web site that will let you list the food you have and it will send you recipes to match your supplies? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf34381569.tip.html
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Rate It: I am wondering if anyone has the recipe for "onion burgers". It is a classic recipe that was printed on cans of Cambell's soup years ago. The recipe is the consistency of a sloppy joe, and calls for hamburger and 1 can of cream of onion soup. My hubby loves this and I am unable to find the recipe. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf28963591.tip.html
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Rate It: Years ago my friend's mom had a soap saver that was made of a metal mesh ball (as if two strainers were put face to face) on a wooden handle in which soap scraps were inserted. The Soap Saver Ball was swished through a basin of hot/warm water to create a sudsy soap bath used for washing dishes and small laundry items. Has anyone seen one of these? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf75362938.tip.html
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Rate It: Does anyone know a recipe for Zax's dipping sauce from Zaxby's restaurant? I have a grandchild that thinks its the best dipping sauce in the world. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf82325039.tip.html
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Rate It: When I make something with pasta, I always have some uncooked pasta in boxes left over. Now I have about 3 boxes of different kinds of uncooked pasta that just have a little left in each of them (less than half the box). I have some lasagna, fettuccine, elbows, etc. Different lengths and sizes. Could someone please suggest a way for me to use up these extra amounts of pasta rather than throwing them out? Thanks in advance for your clever replies! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf30101846.tip.html
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Rate It: Can someone help me find a website where I can find free patterns for making various items from PVC pipe? I saw beds made out of PVC pipe and would like to make some for my children. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf741494.tip.html
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Rate It: What is the best way to measure marshmallow creme, in a "wet" ingredient measuring cup or a "dry" one? I need 7 oz from a 13 oz jar for the recipe. I messed up a recipe of Rice Krispies treats by using too much. Yes, someone can actually make bad Rice Krispies treats. Who knew? Thanks for your help to a cook wannabe! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf90807488.tip.html
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Rate It: Does anyone know what happened to the American Thread Company. I have some punch rug patterns by them and need additional colors of Aunt Lydia's rug yarn which is used with these patterns. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf65084570.tip.html
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Rate It: What kinds of things can I make from felted wool sweaters? I am not much of a sewer, so I'm limited. Help! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf91014714.tip.html
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Rate It: What is the most efficient way to keep a garbage disposal clean? I would like to know if there is a product I can buy, but after looking in some stores I have not found any for this specific use. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf20351468.tip.html
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Rate It: I just brought a house and added a shower to my bathroom. The ceiling above my shower is now cracking and peeling slowly due to the moisture from the steam. I have a sky light in my bathroom but the previous owners had a hard plastic, light brown material covering the ceiling to prevent cold air or the stop so much sun from coming down in the bathroom from the sky light. Do I need to remove that plastic material or install a ceiling fan to stop the ceiling from peeling. My bathroom looked nice when it was first done but now it looks bad. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf456567.tip.html
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Rate It: Printable Miniature Food Items I am looking for printable miniature food items and bottle labels. Anything else that's neat for printable minis would be welcome. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf50118873.tip.html
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Rate It: I have rust stains on a plastic tub. I've moved into a mobile home just a week ago and can't use the tub. What product can I use to remove the rust and yellow stains on my plastic tub? Thanks. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf65284390.tip.html
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Bell peppers come in a variety of colors, including, green, red, yellow, and orange. Also, yet rarely, they can be found purple, white and brown. Bell peppers are technically a fruit but usually referred to a vegetable, in the culinary sense. Originally from Mexico, Central and South America. Later brought to Spain and from there spread to the rest of Europe and into Asia. The bell pepper is mild in spiciness and can be enjoyed raw or cooked.
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Rate It: Tips and advice for saving money on steak and cooking tips as suggested by the ThriftyFun community.
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