Daily Thrifty Tips
Volume Three, Number 33, May 5, 2004
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Hello
Today we have a new Brainstorm, 5 new tips from readers and some
tips for cleaning and maintaining gutters. We also have a few
new requests towards the bottom the newsletter.
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Susan
Brainstorm: Uses for Empty Tennis Ball Cans
I play a lot of tennis and the old balls work great for my two
dogs, but what uses are there for empty tennis ball cans?
Do you have any ideas?
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Prevent Roaches and Ants with Boric Acid
When I was growing up, we used Boric Acid powder around our
baseboards in the kitchen, around the backsplash on the counters
and in the drawers and cabinets to prevent roaches, ants, etc.
It is also used (diluted down) as an eye wash for eye infections.
Tawnda
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Read Magazines Online
I used to subscribe to several magazines. Not any more! Most can
now be viewed online, and those that can't, I read at the public
library!
By Becki in Logansport, Indiana
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Buy Cheese Cheap and Freeze It
Buy chunks of cheese when it is on sale for around $2 per pound.
Grate it in the food processor and store it in zip-locs bags in
the freezer. Whack the bag of cheese on the counter to loosen it
up, and use straight from the freezer in casseroles, etc. Thaws
very fast for tacos, salads, etc. too.
By Linda
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Paper Tip
Use the opposite side of paper in your printer instead of wasting
it. Many times when I initially put in a new ink cartridge it
takes a few sheets before it comes out clear. So I save the paper
and use it when I copy recipes. Who cares if the back is not
perfect as no one sees it any way. Happy printing.
By joesgirl
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Cash in on Recycling Deposits
This seems obvious, but it's still a good tip. Here is California
we are charged a surcharge when we buy soda. I always recycle the
cans and bottles at a recycling center instead of just throwing
them away. This way is better for the environment, and I get
money back!
By Theresa
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Spring Home Maintenance: Gutter Tips
Spring is a good time to examine your gutters and see if they
need to be cleaned. Here are some gutter tips.
General Tips
- Plan on inspecting your gutters twice a year in the spring and
fall. If your house is under trees you may have clean them more
often.
- A small garden shovel works well for scooping debris out of
gutters.
- Make your own gutter shovel with a 1 liter plastic pop bottle.
Cut off the bottom of the bottle and half of the cylander to
make a scoop.
- If your gutters sag the water will not flow properly. Remove
all debris and re-attach gutters.
- Use a hose with pressure nozzle to clean out clogged spouts.
- Use a plumber's snake for stubborn clogs.
- Patch leaks with outdoor caulk.
- If are using an extension ladder place a 2x4 in the gutter to
help prevent it from bending under the pressure of you and the
ladder.
- Remove rust with a wire brush and steel wool. Clean well. Then
apply primer and paint to prevent future rusting.
Safety Tips
- Wear heavy work gloves to prevent slivers and cuts from
gutters.
- Use a sturdy ladder.
- Work with a buddy anytime you work in high places.
Do you have any gutter tips to add?
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New Requests:
Removing Sap from Windows
Anyone know a good place online or in Houston to buy wedding
dress patterns and material? Any frugal sources for these items?
Thanks Drew
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Wedding Dress Patterns and Fabric
Anyone know a good place online or in Houston to buy wedding
dress patterns and material? Any frugal sources for these items?
Thanks Drew
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Freezing Eggs
Can you freeze eggs? Thanks Chloe
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More Reading
Tortilla Pizza
Place 1 paper towel on a microwave-safe plate. Place tortilla on
paper towel. Microwave on high for 1 minute and 45 seconds to 2
minutes and 15 seconds. Watch to see that it does not begin to
burn. Cool tortilla on a wire rack.
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Caring for Suede and Leather Footwear
Suede footwear is expensive and difficult to care for. Suede is
one of the few materials which cannot be cleaned successfully
with water. In fact, weather can transform the smooth, velvety
surface into one that is harsh and uneven.
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Miracle Visual Tricks to Make a Small Room Appear Larger
By Pamela Cole Harris
If you can stand in the middle of your room and touch the walls
on all four sides, then you probably need to add some visual
space to your room (either that or see a surgeon about those
gorilla arms of yours!). If the neighbor next door has a closet
bigger than your room (and it's not a walk-in closet!), then you
need a little help "growing" your small room!
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Susan
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