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Vol. 7, Num. 142, July 23, 2008 (Read It Online) We have lots of new requests today. Please look them over and see if you have any advice to offer. Thanks for reading, Susan
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Scenery: Puerto Rico Shoreline After leaving the hospital where I work, I needed to relax because of the stress I felt. I drove to the shore which is on the way home and this is the beauty that awaited me. God bless America
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Rate It: This is the view from my kitchen table. Once a month, starting when I notice new growth, I water my roses with 2 TBSP. Epsom Salts to 3 gallons of water. Aren't they beautiful? By Tanya from Winchester, Tn
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Rate It: We mulch our garden completely with straw that we get from the racetrack in town in the spring when the races are on and the horses are here. This straw is bedding from the horse stalls, so includes natural fertilize (horse manure). It also holds moisture during our hot dry months, and keeps down the weeds. When the garden season is over, we till the straw in and that helps to build the soil. I am including two pictures. One is of the garden the day we planted, in April, and the other is the garden now, in Mid June. The addition to the front in the pictures is an asparagus bed that we just put in this year. We picked our first tomatoes from the garden yesterday. By Harlean from Arkansas
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Rate It: Guss is 10 months old and is poodle and I don't know what else. I took him when he was about 8 days old. I take in all animals who are in need of help.
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Wire Coat Hangers for Welding Rods A pal came through for some items I was giving away. One item he was overly joyed with was a stack of wire coat hangers. I inquired if his closets needed some. He said "no, they make really nice, inexpensive welding rods." Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf93347510.tip.html
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Rate It: When I send out cuttings to friends, of plants that propagate easily, I take a 2 liter cola plastic bottle and cut around the top to make a planter. I drill little holes in the bottom for drainage, tear the wrapper off, and decorate it with permanent markers. It makes a great planter, and the root system can be seen easily when it is ready to replant. I use root stimulator to start the plants, and water, then watch them grow. Wrap cellophane or foil paper around the bottom and tie it with a ribbon, for decoration and to catch the drainage. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf87584691.tip.html
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Rate It: Use Lip Balm for Very Dry Feet I have very dry skin on the soles of my feet and nothing did the trick. I tried slathering a thin layer of my lip balm - Smith's Rosebud Salve on them and have been using it ever since. It's only 5 bucks per tin and works much better than the expensive foot creams I have tried. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf88243304.tip.html
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Rate It: Start Shopping For Back To School Shop now for your Back to School items. They're greatly reduced at various stores. Stock up for the whole year. Also, keep in mind buying packages of pencils, erasers, etc., these items could be put in birthday goodie bags, Easter baskets, or used as Halloween treats, in place of sweet treats. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf18236358.tip.html
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Rate It: Using Buckets Under Downspouts My husband never got around to setting up a rain barrel system under our downspout, so I decided to take matters into my own hands. I set out several 5-gal. pails, a large plastic garbage can, and even my wheelbarrow along the ground, in a line, directly under the garage roof edge. After a good rain, I was surprised to find all of them filled to the brim. Now I leave them there and continually have enough to water my plants! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf13093726.tip.html
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Rate It: Clean the Dishwasher with Tang To remove gunk from your dishwasher, pour a cup of Tang into the soap dispenser and run it through a cycle. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf27459360.tip.html
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Rate It: Thin Rubber Gloves for Weeding When potting plants, I use the thin type rubber gloves that you can buy in a box and toss when finished. Works great for weeding too because you can "feel" what you are doing much better. I am not as inclined to pull something other than a weed if I have them on. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf31420460.tip.html
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Rate It: Product Review: Foldtuck Bakeware I feel sometimes like I clean my kitchen and an hour later, it's upside down again! I got so frustrated that I did something very unlike me - I bought something from an infomercial - lol! It's called a Foldtuk container, (www.foldtuk.com). I mean it does a lot of neat stuff, but what appealed to me the most is that it collapses really thin. It saved me a lot of room in my kitchen and has really made me feel more organized in general. I hope that is a helpful suggestion to add to the forum! Source: The source is just the website I referenced: Thanks for listening! By Jo from Richmond, VA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf84561748.tip.html
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Rate It: Use Leftover Coleslaw For Second Meal My family loves coleslaw and salads and I make them often BUT not with mayo or salad cream. I dress them with a little oil and vinegar and then serve them up. If they prefer, they can can mayo or salad cream to their portion on their plates. Whatever is left in the serving bowl, whether it is coleslaw or salad, is stir fried with a little soy sauce and whatever leftover meat I happen to have, like chopped ham, bits of bacon, any leftover (cooked) chicken or beef. Sometimes I fry a sliced onion before I put in the coleslaw or salad for extra flavour. Serve it over noodles, leftover pasta or rice. Add a dash of tabasco to spice it up, if you wish. Nothing is wasted and my family enjoys another meal the next day for LITERALLY pennies! I know it sounds odd, but it is delicious. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf15705537.tip.html
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Rate It: Use Your Microwave For Warm Brownie Desserts I was reading something the other day about taking a personal size microwavable dish, pouring in a bit of a brownie or cake mix, adding a tiny bit of water and a dab of caramel ice cream topping, microwave for a few short seconds (or to your liking as to how done you want it) for your own version of Betty Crocker Warm Delights. They said the possibilities of different varieties someone could come up with on flavors were endless!! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf50057178.tip.html
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I have had an area carpet cleaned. Now it is rippled and won't lay flat. Does anyone have any suggestions? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf876889.tip.html
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Rate It: Cutting Costs Around The House I'm looking for ways to help save money on a tight budget. My wife and I have two young boys and are in the process of buying a new car. We are looking for ways to save money. Can anyone suggest ways to cut costs around the house? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf67457790.tip.html
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Rate It: Removing Nail Polish From Clothing How do you remove nail polish from a little girls dress? We tried nail polish remove (just the cheap stuff from Walmart). What can we try now? It's just so cute. Can it be saved? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf70626739.tip.html
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Rate It: LG Bottom Freezer Lights Won't Turn Off I have an LG Bottom Freezer. The inside lights are staying on and melting. Has anyone had this problem resolved and why hasn't there been a recall. Our lights stayed on all night even though the doors were closed. The heat melted the control panel cover and the light sockets. All the food was ruined and a severe fire hazard in now posed. We bought this less than 2 yrs. ago and spent $1500! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf83922289.tip.html
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Rate It: Anyone have any good rub recipes for chicken? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf62785406.tip.html
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Rate It: Getting A Start From A Rose Bush How do I get a start from a rose bush? This is one of those Old Time rose bushes. Thank you. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf45411422.tip.html
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Rate It: I'm curious what breed of dog do you think this is? He's 80 lbs. We think either boxer/pit bull mix or maybe bull mastiff mix?
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Rate It: Will roundup kill Vinca vine? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf88587242.tip.html
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Rate It: What is a water pick? I don't know if we have them in the UK. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf83884733.tip.html
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Rate It: Buying Foods For Chocolate Fountain I am having a dinner reception for my newly married daughter. She has always wanted a chocolate fountain for when she got married. I bought her one for the occasion. The chocolate fountain will be the main dessert with a cake. How many pints of strawberries, pretzels, marshmallows would I need for this event? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf50972060.tip.html
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Rate It: Trouble With Techniques For Painting Countertop I tried to repaint my countertops today and it was a disaster. Please tell me the process to get the marbled or granite look. I used craft paint and my second color would take off the first color. How long do I wait to apply the paint between colors and do I smear the paint or just dab it? How do I get the different colors to look like different texture? What size are the sponges used to apply the paint? Thanks very much for any help. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf71872126.tip.html
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Rate It: What kind of apples make the most juice in an electric juice maker? I'm only getting 1 cup per 4 or 5 apples. Thanks Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf44719084.tip.html
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Rate It: What is the best way to freeze butternut squash? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf85180897.tip.html
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Rate It: Using Collectible Beer Mugs For Anniversary Centerpieces I am helping with a friend's parents' 50th wedding anniversary decor. I am using beer mugs that they have collected over the years that are significant to their travels or conferences for the service group they belong too. I have a budget for flowers etc but I have a lot of tables. The only thing I can find is to fill the mug with gold stones and top it up with mini carnations. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf64383319.tip.html
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Rate It: Decorating Ideas For Living Room I need ideas for re-decorating my living room, any suggestions? The windows are floor to ceiling and the fireplace is 2-sided in a corner. It's brick and has a mantle. I'd like to incorporate color in the room.
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Rate It: My 3 year old was playing with a bag of store bought navy beans in her sandbox. Now I have a full grown bean garden. The pods are full grown, but still green. I was wondering if the pods were edible or if I need to just use the beans when the pods are dry. I live in an apartment with a fenced-in patio instead of a yard. I was not planning on having plants, but now I do and I have no idea what to do with my accidental garden. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf56867767.tip.html
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Rate It: I have taken apart a box of photos in the process of organizing my house. I have a small bag of trash, photos of folks I don't know and doubles but I have many black and white photos from my aunt and uncle. I don't know the people. What can I do with them? There are some pictures of advertisements, families, old cars and trains and landscapes. Any ideas? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf60295330.tip.html
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Rate It: I have a zillion socks that have NO mates. I hate to throw things out and have been wondering if anyone out there can give me some ideas on how to recycle them into useful items or gifts or whatever! No hand puppets though, already did that. Thanks in advance! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf72843716.tip.html
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Rate It: My dog is a Chi/terrier mix. When he is sweet and nice he is a wonderful dog. Very loving and affectionate. The problem is I have 2 boys and their friends that come over. He seems to be a very moody dog. He growls and nips (has not really bit the children yet). We went away last week and we left him home with my husband and he growled and tried to bite him. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf23247536.tip.html
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Rate It: Choosing Paint Color To Coordinate With Terra Cotta Tile My husband and I are repainting our bathroom and we are having a very difficult time choosing a color. We have terracotta tile on the floor, around the jacuzzi and on the floor in the shower. We have white wainscoting around the lower half of the wall. We cannot find a color that looks good with our scheme. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf24258060.tip.html
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Rate It: How do you prepare battered okra for freezing? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf66960767.tip.html
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Rate It: What is my dog? We know her mom is a full blooded pit bull but we're not sure who the dad is. We think he might have been a rott lab mix.
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Rate It: Why are my rhubarb plants turning yellow and soft? I have 3 plants, two have done this. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf60858126.tip.html
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Rate It: I have a squash and zucchini problem. Both seem to be dying on the vine. I saw a post about the zucchini and was wondering if you think it's a pollination problem. The squash seem to get about 6 inches long, then start to wilt and whither, until they're dead and brown. The zucchini did the same thing. I can at least harvest the baby zucchini, but the squash are lost.
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Rate It: Removing Wax From Washed Clothes How do you get candle wax (grease stain) out of clothes after they have been washed and dried? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf45497487.tip.html
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Rate It: Protecting Cabinets Above Stove I am renting a small house. In the kitchen, cabinets are above the electric cooking stove, they are approximately 2 feet from stove top. Needless to say the front of the cabinets have grease on them or other things from cooking. Does anyone have any suggestions for what I can put on the cabinet doors? They hang too low for an exhaust fan. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf66430489.tip.html
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