Daily Thrifty Tips
Volume Four, Number 111, May 2, 2005
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I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend. We have a big newsletter today with over 20 new requests. Be sure to check out the requests and see if you have any advice to offer.
Our latest tip contest ended Saturday night at midnight. We had 293 total entries. Our winners are selected at Random, they are Terry H. and Patricia. Terri H. had 52 entries and Patricia had 17 entries. They each won a $25 gift cards. Thank you sooooo much to everyone that submitted tips!
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Today's newsletter contains:
Today's Photo Contest Entries:
- Take Along a Trusted Camera When You Travel
- How to Love
Today's Tips:
- Washing Blankets
- Body Oil Stains On Clothing
- Converting Currency
- Homemade Crafts As Gifts
- Joe's Hand Cleaner
- Saving Money with an Entertainment Book
- "What's In The Bag?" Baby Shower Game
- Tuesday Subway Savings
- Storing Eggs
- Cleaning and Sharpening Your Coffee Grinder
- A Wine Rack For Bath Towels
- Make a Wall Shelf Out Of An Old Dresser Drawer
- Maintaining Your Tape Measure
- Negotiating With Yourself About Chores
- Sales Person's Advice
- Uses for Plastic Table Cloths
- Pineapple Orange Cake
- Rhubarb Pudding Cake
- Turnip Greens
- Skillet Cornbread
- Peach Glazed Carrots
- Julienne Zucchini and Carrots
New Requests:
- Lord of the Rings Lampshade Ideas
- Poem For a Pet Owner That Has Lost Their Pet - Put Me To Rest
- What is Fun Foam?
- Oak Hardwood Floor Quick Fix
- Bathroom Ceiling Is Splitting and Peeling
- Removing Leg Wax From Couch
- Brown Stain From Pan On Stove Top
- Crafts in a Hospice Care Setting
- Meat Free, Lactose Free, Gluten Free Recipes for Crockpot
- Water Marks On Nubuck Shoes
- Burn Marks In Kitchen Sink
- Smell Coming From Main Breaker
- Cat Urine on Leather Sofa
- Magazine Purses
- Removing Sharpie Marker Off Skin
- Crock Pot Pinto Beans Recipes
- Removing Gum From a Couch
- Baby Accident On Couch
- Keeping Cats Off My Fence
- Salmon Cakes
- Soap Dried On Car Carpet
- Starting a Hedge with Forsythia Clippings
- Shopping On-Line - DigitalNow.TV
- Need a Big House
- Getting Rid of Flies on Dogs
- Cleaning a Wood Deck
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- Just a Dime
- Mother's Day Gift Basket Ideas
- Bringing Home a Puppy -- Be Prepared!
- Tips For Cleaning Glassware
- Home Plumbing Systems Maintenance and Repair
- Anti-Fogging Glass Spray
- Cleaning Woolen Blankets
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Today's Photo Contest Entries
Take Along a Trusted Camera When You Travel
This photo was taken with a $5 store bought camera on my Daughter's senior trip to Washington D.C. The other photos were taken with a brand new camera which failed to work properly and she lost photos of tourist sights. Be sure to take along a trusted camera for important pictures you can't replace.
By Sharon,Ky
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How to Love
Hold close, be gentle, and never lose your innocence.
By Tara
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Today's Tips
Washing Blankets
Set the cycle, add detergent, and let the machine fill. When all the soap is dissolved, add the blanket. Let it soak, and then wash on gentle. Add 1 1/2 cups white vinegar to the final rinse. It will give the blanket a clean smell and give it a little fluff.
By Chell
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Body Oil Stains On Clothing
To remove body oil stains from collars and cuffs of colored shirts and blouses, rub hair shampoo directly on the stains. Rinse out the shampoo, then wash the clothes as usual.
By Chell
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Converting Currency
Tips for converting currency when travelling. Post your ideas.
When traveling out of the U.S., to get the best rate of currency exchange, wait to get to your destination before converting your money to foreign currency.
By Terri H.
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Homemade Crafts As Gifts
If you're a crafty person, why not make most if not all of your gifts. Not only will you be saving lots of money, time, and gasoline (searching for that "right" gift), chances are your recipient will love and cherish your homemade gift much more, as it will be made with love.
By Terri H.
Editor's Note: The key to doing this is starting early. If you start working on Christmas gifts early, you can not only save money at Christmas time, but enjoy it more.
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Joe's Hand Cleaner
Joe's Hand Cleaner for Marks on Wood, Walls or Carpet.. If you have permanent Markings or any stains on your wood, walls, or carpet try rubbing Joe's Hand Cleaner on the stain. My 5 year old had been making a project and he put permanent marking on my wood table and I put this product on it and it came right up. Try this and you will be amazed.
By Stacey Edwards
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Saving Money with an Entertainment Book
I invested in an Entertainment Book. I received it from work for a discounted rate of 13.00. With two for one fast food saving, $5.00 off a $10.00 purchase at the bread store (I really load up on that one!), and 4 coupons for $5.00 off a 50.00 gift certificate at a local grocery store. Then I traded some of the coupons we don't use for more of the ones we do use. This book has paid for itself 10 times over!
By Kathy
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"What's In The Bag?" Baby Shower Game
Here is an idea for a fun baby shower game. Take 10 plain white lunch bags and put a decorative "B" on one "A" on another "B" on another... until you spell out BABY SHOWER. Head to the dollar store for useful items for mom, like. B for bib, A for aspirator, B for bottle, Y... you get the idea.
Give each of the guests a sheet with BABY SHOWER on it and have them guess an item for each. As mom opens each bag, they check off if they have the rigth answer or not. Give the winner (the person who has the most correct guesses) a nice plant and mom gets to keep the goodies!
By Kathy
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Tuesday Subway Savings
I buy the cheapest Subway combos on Tuesdays, when double stamps are given. (I also accept stamps from anyone.) Once a book is full, I go to the mall, watch a "dollar" movie, go to the food court, order a small soda (or have a water bottle with me) and get the most expensive sandwich on Subway's menu for free!
By Tina Gallagher
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Storing Eggs
Tips for storing eggs. Post your ideas.
Storing eggs with the large end up will keep the yolks centered.
By Patricia Fielder
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Cleaning and Sharpening Your Coffee Grinder
Clean your coffee grinder by grinding up one cup of uncooked rice once a month. This will also help to keep the blades sharp.
By Patricia
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A Wine Rack For Bath Towels
For a different look in your bathroom, take a wine rack and store your rolled up bath towels in it. This new look has been a topic of conversation for my house guests many times over. You can even personalize it with specific colors and paint treatments along with other crafty add-ons like beads, shells, raffia, etc.
By Patricia
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Make a Wall Shelf Out Of An Old Dresser Drawer
Take a distressed old drawer and hang it on your wall for use as a wall shelf. You can make it look old or new with paint, even add contact or wallpaper to the inside for a cheerful look. And leaving the knobs on at the bottom can serve as hangers for chimes, mobiles, or whatever you choose, maybe even kitchen towels.
By Patricia
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Maintaining Your Tape Measure
Running WD-40 along your metal tape measure will remove the rust and help it to slide more easily.
By Patricia
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Negotiating With Yourself About Chores
On the days when I just don't feel like bailing into the "to-do" list, I negotiate with myself to accomplish at least the rudimentary stuff I have to get done. For example, if I am reading a good book or watching television, I "work" at the end of a chapter or work on the commercials.
It's amazing how much you can accomplish towards getting a house straightened up, preparation towards an evening meal or doing the laundry when you work just during the commercials. I am motivated to hurry up and get the job (or a portion of the job) done before the program begins again.
By Ronsan
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Sales Person's Advice
When shopping, don't take your sales lady's advice all the time, remember she's working for commission. If you know stripes aren't for you, don't let her talk you into purchasing them.
By Terri H.
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Uses for Plastic Table Cloths
There are many uses for the cheap plastic table cloths. How do you use them other than their intended use?
I don't know if you've had this tip, but we use it often. Vinyl table cloths - we use them for playdough mats, painting or doing most anything messy. They can be wiped off, they can be shook out, and it saves my carpet, floor or whatever. We even take them outside for messy activities. I usually try to find them on clearance and look for the rectangle as they are the largest, but any will work. My DH thought I was nuts when I found them for $0.30 each and bought a dozen - we still have them and use them regularly. I've even tossed them in the washer on gentle!
By Mary
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Pineapple Orange Cake
Cake:
- 1 yellow cake mix
- 1 (10oz.) can mandarin oranges plus juice
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- 4 eggs
Frosting:
- 8 oz. Cool Whip (or any brand whipped topping)
- 1 box dry instant vanilla pudding
- 1 can drained, crushed pineapple (8-10 oz. size)
Directions:
Mix all cake ingredients. Bake at 350 degrees. Cool. Combine frosting ingredients and spread over cake. Refrigerate.
By Robin
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Rhubarb Pudding Cake
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 tsp. soda
- 1 egg
- 2 cup diced rhubarb
- 1 1/2 cup flour
Directions:
Beat egg, add sugar, cream, soda, and flour. Add rhubarb to the batter last. Bake about 1/2 hour in moderate oven (350 degrees).
By Robin
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Turnip Greens
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs. fresh turnip greens
- 5 slices bacon
- 4 cup water
- 1 Tbsp. white vinegar
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/4-1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp. pepper
Directions:
Wash greens thoroughly; drain. Tear into bite size pieces. Combine greens, bacon, and water in a Dutch oven, and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes. Add vinegar, salt, pepper flakes, and pepper. Cover and cook 1 hour. Remove bacon slices before serving. Yield: 6 servings
By Robin
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Skillet Cornbread
Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 1-2 Tbsp. sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
- 1/2 tsp. baking soda
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil, divided
Directions:
Combine first 6 ingredients in a large bowl; add egg, buttermilk, and 3 tablespoons oil, stirring just until dry ingredients are moistened. Pour remaining 1 tablespoon oil into an 8 inch cast iron skillet, and place in a 425 degree oven for 5 minutes or until hot. Remove from oven; spoon batter into skillet. Bake at 425 degrees for 20 minutes or until lightly browned. Serves 6.
By Robin
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Peach Glazed Carrots
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. carrots, scraped and sliced
- Water
- 1/3 cup peach preserves
- 1 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted
Directions:
Cook carrots in 1 cup boiling water in a saucepan 5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Combine peach preserves and butter; stir into carrots. Cook over low heat until carrots are thoroughly heated.
Microwave Directions:
Combine carrots, 2 tablespoons water, peach preserves, and butter in a 1 qt. casserole. Cover and microwave at high 7-8 minutes or until crisp-tender, stirring once. Serve with a slotted spoon.
By Robin
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Julienne Zucchini and Carrots
Ingredients:
- 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
- 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp. white vinegar
- 1 Tbsp. salt-free herb and spice blend
- 1/8 tsp. garlic salt
- 2 large carrots
- 1 large zucchini
Directions:
Combine first 5 ingredients; stir well, and set aside. Cut carrots and zucchini into 2 inch long sticks. Arrange carrots on a steaming rack, and place over boiling water; cover and steam 2 1/2 minutes. Add zucchini to steaming rack, and steam an additional 2 minutes. Place vegetables in serving bowl. Pour sauce mixture over vegetables; toss gently to coat.
By Robin
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New Requests:
Lord of the Rings Lampshade Ideas
I'm making a lamp for my daughter's 16th birthday in September. She's really into Lord of the Rings, especially Legolas. I'm using a Legolas figure on a wooden base with the lamp post coming up under Legolas's coat. My problem is how should I decorate the lampshade? A regular white lampshade would look plain, but I'm devoid of any creative ideas. Anyone have some suggestions?
Cheryl from Missouri
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Poem For a Pet Owner That Has Lost Their Pet - Put Me To Rest
I just learned that my best friend's son lost his beloved dog. He had a heart attack, and the vet said he would live in pain, and strongly suggested he euthanize him. It took the poor guy 3 hours at the vet's office to break down and allow the vet to go ahead. My heart breaks for him.
There was a poem that I remember titled "Put Me To Rest" that was comforting to those who had to make the heart-wrenching decision to euthanize their beloved animal.
I cannot find it. If anyone knows the poem, will you please post it?
Thanks,
Kentucky-lass
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What is Fun Foam?
I would like to know what Fun Foam is. I have not heard it called this and I'm not sure exactly what it is.
Chevy
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Oak Hardwood Floor Quick Fix
My entire house (except kitchens and baths) is graced with wood flooring in oak. The house was built in 1940. While it's great to see in theory, only one room has been refinished since all were carpeted in the 50's. So the continuous expanse of wood is interrupted by the dining room's lovely finish. Would it work to just recoat the floors all in a darker color finish without sanding? The stairs are also pretty funky. I don't want to recover the floors in carpet or go to the mess of sanding. Thanks.
AskLiz
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Bathroom Ceiling Is Splitting and Peeling
My bathroom ceilings are peeling and it looks like they are cardboard and splitting. Can I just finish pulling the paper off and sand and then fill in the cracks? What can I do myself to fix this problem and can it be fixed?
Lisa
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Removing Leg Wax From Couch
I know this sounds silly, but: My roomate was waxing her legs, and managed to spill the wax on the floor. Before she could get it cleaned up, her dog walked through it, and then proceeded to walk across my brand new couch. I am afraid to use the same harsh chemicals that took it off of the kitchen floor, on the couch. The couch is a suede like material that is 100% microdenier polyester fiber, and is a very dark merlot color. I have contacted the manufactuer, but they were really no help. Does anyone have any suggestions?
RavenSkylar
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Brown Stain From Pan On Stove Top
I have a large frying pan, and used it to cook on my stove top. I used High heat, and because the pan was larger than the burner, It has caused a large, brown, almost burn like stain around the burner. I have tried over cleaner, and just about everything else I can think of, and still cannot get it off. Does anyone have a suggestion?
RavenSkylar
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Crafts in a Hospice Care Setting
I do a voluntary work at a hospice and we are always looking for craft ideas - however the participants don't always have much dexterity.
Activities like block printing and silk painting work well.
Does anyone have any ideas of craft ideas that can be done in this sort of care setting?
Can anyone tell me of a web site with ideas I could use? I am thinking of starting one myself too!
Katey Nixon, England
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Meat Free, Lactose Free, Gluten Free Recipes for Crockpot
I am on a lactose free, gluten free diet and furthermore have been advised to eat a lot more complex carbohydrates (lentils, chickpeas, or even more adventurous foods).
Does anyone have any suitable recipes that I can use in the slow cooker (crockpot) and leave cooking all day whilst out at work?
Katey Nixon, England
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Water Marks On Nubuck Shoes
My father-in-law went for a walk in the woods in nubuck shoes. It wasn't wet but the leaves were damp and some water got into his shoes.
Now he has "tide-marks" or water marks on them.
I realise he should have known better and they should have had protector on them, but given they are now soiled, does anyone know a way to get rid of the marks, or at least make them better
Katey Nixon, Gloucestershire, England
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Burn Marks In Kitchen Sink
Some paper work caught fire while doing the bills in the kitchen (yes stupid I know!) and the nearest place to move the flame safely was the kitchen sink. Before I had a chance to turn on the water the flames had scorched some of the sides leaving black and brown burn marks on the sink. I've tried using wirewool to remove the marks but to no avail. Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks
Benno from London (U.K.)
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Smell Coming From Main Breaker
There is a hot smell coming from my breaker box and the surface around the main breaker is hot to the touch when the smell is present. I have taken the cover off of the box and the main wire coming in from outside is very hot to the touch. I am of course concerned. Is this caused by an overloaded main breaker? The house was built in 1977 and most of the breakers are original. I bought the house last September and the problem just started. The main breaker is a 200 Amp breaker. Any advice?
Thank you.
John from West Virginia
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Cat Urine on Leather Sofa
Is there any way to get cat urine out of a leather sofa without ruining it?
Denice from Texas
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Magazine Purses
Does anyone have instructions on how to make magazine purses?
Diannia Texas
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Removing Sharpie Marker Off Skin
I have a two year old little boy that decided to express his artistic abilities with a blue Sharpie Marker. He expressed himself all over my walls, my doors, and himself. I have read the suggestions for walls and furniture, but have not seen any for getting it off of your kids.
Please help before someone nicknames him Smurf.
Michelle from Tennessee
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Crock Pot Pinto Beans Recipes
I work long hours and am too tired to cook when I get home. I need some tasty, yet easy recipes for a new crockpot I just purchased. First, I ask for a recipe for pinto beans for the crockpot.
Thank*you*all
Michele
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Removing Gum From a Couch
How does one get rid of gum off the couch that has been there for a while? Thank you so much!
Mamacita
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Baby Accident On Couch
My little niece fell asleep on my couch and wet her diaper. It leaked out onto the couch. I dabbed at it with warm water. What else can I do? The couch doesn't allow for me to remove the cushions to wash or anything.
Mamacita
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Keeping Cats Off My Fence
How do I keep the neighbor's cats off the top of my fence? It has a four foot lattice with a top rail and it's covered in wisteria but the cats next door manage to sit up there and tease my dog. Consequently the dog spends most of his day barking and whining and getting scolded for his behavior. Please help. The neighbor is not at all cooperative.
Annie
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Salmon Cakes
I am looking for the recipe that used to be printed on the back of the Chicken of the Sea pouches of salmon but is no longer there since they changed the packaging. Does anyone out there have it or one that is similar.
Thank you.
Aunt Em
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Soap Dried On Car Carpet
The previous owner of my Blazer must have taken it to a cheap-o detail shop when they were trying to sell it. As a result, I have a TON of soap dried into the carpet in the back. I don't mean residue, it looks like they spilled soap. AND it is kind of in the "shadow" of the spare tire, so I didn't notice it till now, when I have owned it for 6 months!
I am using our carpet extractor with just plain water in the solution tank to try to get it up, but I have done it for a couple of THREE HOUR sessions, and I swear it looks like nothing has changed. And the soap just keeps coming up. Is there something else I should be doing?
Please Please Please help me!
Kittycat420 in michigan
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Starting a Hedge with Forsythia Clippings
Can you start a hedge with forsythia clippings. Just put them in soil is what I heard. Is it true?
Susan from Hamilton
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Shopping On-Line - DigitalNow.TV
Has anyone ever heard of DigitalNow.TV? I got an email from DigitalNow.TV this is a company that supposedly you can get credit easily to purchase a Plasma, LCD or Home Theater system with monthly payments for 24 months or 6 months same as cash? I just want to make sure this is not a scam. They do have a phone number (888) 411-2791
Irene D
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Need a Big House
My family and I need a big house so my kids have a yard to play in. We've applied for houses but no luck because our credit is so so. My daughter is 2 yrs old and deaf. We live on a busy street and I am afraid somebody will run her over. They never slow down on my street so can someone please make my kids dream to have their own room and a yard to play in? Brenda from Indiana
Editor's Note: Because we can't give direct aid, maybe someone has some good advice for dealing with deaf toddlers, busy streets, small houses and help for situations such as this.
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Getting Rid of Flies on Dogs
i would like some help wth getting rid of flies on my dogs. there big dogs and they can't stay inside during the day. I have tried pest sprays and shampoos but there getting expensive. Thanks for your help.
Tammy from Texas
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Cleaning a Wood Deck
Was just wondering if anyone knew any thrifty way to clean a wood deck - hopefully get rid of some of that grey color and brighten it up! Thanks in advance! Suzanne
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Mother's Day Gift Basket Ideas
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Mother's Day baskets are a great way to show off your creative
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Bringing Home a Puppy -- Be Prepared!
By Debbie Overstreet and Susan Daniel
So you just loved that sweet little puppy that you found in the pet shop. It will keep you company, and give you kisses, and guard your valuables. But what do you need to care for the lovable little thing and ensure it is happy and healthy?
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Tips For Cleaning Glassware
Tips for cleaning glassware. Post your ideas.
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Home Plumbing Systems Maintenance and Repair
Home Plumbing Systems Maintenance and Repair
List of files and visuals associated with this text. Close and open the main water supply shutoff valve (periodically) to ensure that it has not stuck in the open position. Check fixture shutoff valves periodically as well. Both the main valve and fixture valves must be operable so water can be turned off in an emergency or when plumbing repairs are necessary.
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Anti-Fogging Glass Spray
To make a homemade anti-fogging glass cleaner try any of the following:
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Cleaning Woolen Blankets
Most blankets can be machine washed and dried. Check that wools can be washed and dried, some labels may specify dry cleaning. Depending on the construction of the blanket, synthetics and those made of cotton can be washed on a permanent press, knit or delicate cycle.
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