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Volume Six, Number 190, October 2, 2007 (Read It Online) Do you have any fall gardening tips to share with the ThriftyFun community? Please submit them on the contest form! Thanks for reading, Susan
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Craft: Halloween Bat Sock Puppet Approximate Time: 15 minutes
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Rate It: Reuseable Decorations for Baby Shower Decorating the 2 chairs for the Mommy and Daddy to be. Unlike most decorations that are crepe paper and bows that get thrown away after a shower, Why not decorate with new and usable Baby items! I decorated each chair with one, a blue fleece baby blanket, draping it triangular over the chair and tying the top with blue ribbon, and using a blue bib, That says "I Love My Daddy" on it, And the exact same for the Mommy's chair with a pink fleece blanket, pink ribbon and a pink bib saying "I Love My Mommy". It looked beautiful, and each item was reusable for the new baby. By Jackie from Southern, MA
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Rate It: This is not my pet but is my friend Silvia's newest addition, a little kitty that she found abandoned and took in. Her name is Lacoste. As you can see from this photo, she loves to get herself into impossible places! I just love these picture because I think it shows her personality as well as her cuteness. By Lisingreece from Thessaloniki, Greece
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Tally Your Grocery Bill on Your Cell Phone To stay on budget at the grocery store, I use my calculator feature on my cell phone. Then I am not surprised at the register. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf42885325.tip.html
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Rate It: At a craft fair last week-end I saw the cutest thing to do with old wine glasses. Turn them upside down and take trim with beads on it and glue it to the edge of the base. The beads or trim will hang down towards the glass and make a nice border. On what was the bottom of the glass stem is where you set a candle. You could put anything you like inside them to make them even fancier. I think it would be a great way to use old glasses and make a fancy, inexpensive centerpiece. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf30366990.tip.html
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Rate It: Mark Bottles For Easier Reading Do you have those "over 40" eyes that can't seem to make out the small print anymore? I was struggling to read the labels on things like small containers of facial creams, shampoo, conditioner, etc., without my reading glasses on. I solved the problem by using a Sharpie marker to write a large letter on my products - "E" for eye cream, "F" for face cream, "S" for shampoo, "C" for conditioner, "L" on my lip gel, etc. A simple tip, but it sure makes getting ready in the morning a lot easier! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf53117696.tip.html
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Rate It: Folding and Storing Sewing Patterns This is for people who have a problem with keeping sewing patterns neatly stuffed in those too small envelopes. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf51280833.tip.html
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Rate It: Sugar is a very good Exfoliator. Try this Sugar Exfoliator to get that amazing glow on your skin. Ingredients
DirectionsMix these well to form a thick paste and apply on your face/body. Keep it for 15 minutes and scrub off gently. It exfoliates your skin and will give your skin an amazing glow.By Lyon from Bangalore Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf97490530.tip.html
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Rate It: To save money on Scotch Brite green scrubbing pads, cut them in half and wallah, you have twice as many to use for the price you pay. Buy them in bulk at Costco or Smart and Final, 30 for three dollars and change. Cut in half and there you have 60 of them for almost pennies! For dishwashing, this would be a 2 month supply for me! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf20655069.tip.html
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Rate It: Use Yogurt Insted Of Mayo In Potato Salad If you make potato salad but your "kids" or others don't like mayo try substituting the mayo with vanilla yogurt! My mother used to do this for me when I was in the "weight loss mode"! It was great! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf91374756.tip.html
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Rate It: I suppose the tip in this is to be very nice to the nurses in your life. In the spring of 2006, my husband was diagnosed with colon cancer. He spent most of the following year in the hospital under the care of the most wonderful group of nurses and assistants I have ever met. They were so kind to us and watched over him and me like we were their very own grandparents. We were there so many times that the surgery floor nurses were calling us Mr. Joe and Mrs. Margaret. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf93505104.tip.html
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Rate It: Recycle Crib Sheets for a Playhouse When my toddler graduated from a crib to a twin mattress, I gave my older two children the worn out crib sheets. Earlier I'd brought home big boxes for them which they used to create a home, cutting out windows and entries. Then they used duct tape to secure the sheets for curtains and doors. It was a blast; they loved it! A person could also help them paint the boxes outside. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf25018896.tip.html
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Rate It: Save Fast Food Plastic Cutlery My family doesn't eat out very often, but when we do, I always save the napkins, plastic cutlery, and other condiments from our meals. My daughter packs her lunch for school most days, so I just drop whatever she will need into her lunch box. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf20815828.tip.html
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Roses in Vase Growing New Leaves September 19th was my birthday, and my daughter graced me with six beautiful long stem roses. The roses came together with some plant food. I carefully placed my beautiful roses in a vase with water and added some of the plant food. I replaced the water with more of the plant food after 4 days and today (Sept. 30) as I saw that the roses were dry i decided to store them in a secure place. As i emptied the vase, I was carefully drying the stems when i noticed that the stems were growing new leaves! I had never seen this happen before so I quickly placed new water in the vase with the remaining plant food. How soon should I plant the rose stems in pots? Thank you so much for all your assistance. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf74328414.tip.html
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Rate It: I have voles eating my hostas. They use old mole tunnels to get to the roots from underneath. I have tried numerous repellents and even small gravel mixed in with the planting (a Southern Living suggestion) but they just keep coming back! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf19468902.tip.html
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Rate It: I have very dry hard cuticles. I have spent so much money on lotions etc. to make them soft, no luck. Even saw the Dr. Has anyone got any suggestions? I will appreciate any help. Thanks Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf18264860.tip.html
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Rate It: Decoupage DIY projects ideas are needed ... I'm a beginner. Thank you! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf38728892.tip.html
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Rate It: Tip For Peeling Cooked Potatoes Does anyone have a tip for peeling cooked potatoes for making potato salad. It seems to take me forever, especially when making a large salad for a group. Must be an easier way. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf60890409.tip.html
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Rate It: Making a Wreath With Ribbon Loops Does anyone have instructions on how to make a wreath or tree using ribbon loops? Please list if you do. Thanks. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf66962866.tip.html
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Rate It: Help Using the Inspire TI Calculator Does anyone have the Inspire TI calculator (it might have a slightly different spelling). Does it really help to understand math? Is is difficult to use? Is it like the TI 83 or the TI 84? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf73289653.tip.html
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Rate It: I have adhesive from a sticker on a fleece pullover. I washed it and dried it. How do i get the glue off now? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf30557777.tip.html
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Rate It: Removing Metal Paint From Denim How can I remove paint (the type for painting metal) from denim jeans? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf17139130.tip.html
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Rate It: Removing Footprints From Waxed Floor How do you remove footprints from walking in wet floor wax after it has dried? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf91964769.tip.html
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Rate It: Where To Get a Free Dog Sweater I have a chihuahua and she gets very cold in the winter, but poor little Bella's sweater ripped and I cant afford to buy her a new one. It's already getting quite windy and she's getting the shivers. Does anyone know where I could get a free doggy sweater shipped to me? I cant go pick it up because I don't have a car. If you have any information please let me know. Thank you. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf54049304.tip.html
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Rate It: Stop Dog From Peeing on Flowers Can someone please help me? I need to know how I can stop my dog from peeing on my Japanese ferns, without having to put up a fence, he is killing my flowers. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf37402338.tip.html
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Rate It: Recipe For Million Dollar Pie Without Chocolate Does anyone know the recipe for million dollar pie, not the one that is made with chocolate. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf16191952.tip.html
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Rate It: What Glue is Best For Adding Embellshments to Glass What type of glue is best for securing embellishments (fabrics, silk florals, beads, etc.) onto lighted glass blocks and wine bottles? I need a glue that will not soften from the heat of the lighted blocks. How would I remove the glue in case of a mistake? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf98060388.tip.html
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Rate It: Removing Cat Hair From Embedded in Couch How do I remove cat hair that is deeply embedded throughout a couch, in the seams & everywhere. The couch is high grade aniline Leather. I bought the set at a garage sale. It had been stored/uncovered in a barn for a year. It looks great, but there is cat hair everywhere and my vacuum isn't getting it all. It's really sticking to the cloth sections that connect the seat and back cushions together (cushions are NOT removable). Help! I can't bear to bring it into the house unless it's hairless & odorless too! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf21180404.tip.html
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Rate It: Inexpensive Food Ideas For Family of Nine I am looking for a inexpensive way to feed my family of nine. Our ages range from my 69 year old mother to my 18 month old grand daughter. Any suggestions? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf52423348.tip.html
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Rate It: Does anyone know how to make the caramel dip for apples ... like you get at McDonald's in the kids meals with apple slices? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf89422230.tip.html
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Rate It: When to do First Oil Change in 2007 Civic I bought a new 2007 Civic and my car friends, mostly male, tell me that I should change the motor oil after the 1st 500 miles to get rid of possible junk pieces. Honda says, no way, wait till you have 3000mi. The first oil is special and not be changed. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf32735535.tip.html
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Rate It: Can you help me? I painted over pre-papered drywall, now it is flaking off. What can I do? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf89922160.tip.html
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Rate It: Should the Color of Your Shoes and Purse Match? Should the colour of your shoes and purse match? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf35096846.tip.html
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Rate It: Looking For Review of Good Sturdy Vacuum I am looking for a really dependable, sturdy vacuum. We have a baby and a pug (read heavy shedder). I hate to spend money on a a vacuum until I have some suggestions. Does anyone know how good a Dyson is? Is is worth the extra money to get the pet hair model? Thanks... Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf61940603.tip.html
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Rate It: I am in search of easy dishes that can be cooked and frozen to enjoy later. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf45115440.tip.html
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Rate It: Recipe for Gingerbread Cookies I need a recipe for gingerbread cut out cookies. Thank you. Janice from Cleveland, Ohio Editors Note: Here is a link to some gingerbread cookie recipes on Thrifty Fun: Gingerbread Cookies Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf98117736.tip.html
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Rate It: Need Instructions For Shell/Postage Baby Afghan Looking for corner to corner baby afghan shell/postage crochet that dec after so many rows? Help, baby on the way! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf57488827.tip.html
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Rate It: Starting a Bent N Dent Grocery Store How do I start a bent and dent grocery store? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf563433.tip.html
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