Daily Thrifty Tips - January 15, 2009

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Raider (Shiba Inu Mix)

Raider is 5 months old. He is a Shiba Inu mix, possibly Chihuahua. I adopted him.

He likes to play fetch, run really fast, go on walks and cuddle with mama.

He's the cutest puppy I know!

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Salvage Wooden Beads from Beaded Car Seats

Do you remember the beaded car seats that were popular quite some years ago? My tip is for using the beads. I bought a couple of the seats just to tear apart for my crafts, and still have a good supply. Perhaps you have some in your storage area. They are great for using as buttons on the ever popular fingertip towels. I also use them for the heads on my Pasta Angels. And I am sure you can find many more uses for them.

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Craft: Decorative Sea Glass Light

This is Sea Glass in a small fish bowl. A lady I worked for made this. She spends hours and hours finding this glass in Lake Michigan and other lakes she visits in her travels. This is a Christmas gift from her and I wanted to share it with you! She has many decorative bowls and figurines filled with this colored glass.

I mentioned to her once how I loved her collection and I was brought to tears when I opened her gift to me!! I know the time she put into finding these beautiful pieces of glass. I have about a handfull of my own which we found in Lake Michigan and I swear it took hours and hours and many trips to the beach to find it.

She put it in the bowl alternately with mini Christmas lights and put the doily on top with a ribbon. I'ts so much more gorgeous than this picture shows. I will use it as a nightlight in my living room so everyone can enjoy it. It
gets so many compliments!

Ariela from Jax, Fl

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Craft: Clothespin Doll Furniture

Dolls table and 4 chairs, 1 bench and 1 rocking chair for a Barbie sized doll, made from clothes pins. Cheap and easy!

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Craft Project: Paper Twist Ribbon Basket

A versatile little basket to make for any occasion or keep for yourself. Very sturdy and so easy to make. Great for gift baskets.

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Craft: Yo-Yo Christmas Tree Towels

Yo-Yo Christmas tree applied to finger towels using the Clover Small Round Template. I used these for Christmas gifts this past year Received many compliments.

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Wedding Cake and Flower Centerpiece

You can slash your flower AND cake budget with this cool tip. Have your baker make an 8 or 9 inch birthday type cake for each one of your tables. Display them on rented or borrowed cake stands. Wind the base with ivy or other greens, and scatter real or silk rose petals about the table. Each cake can be decorated differently; dotted swiss, white on white stripes, white icing roses, or accented with more petals or fresh flowers. Do the same for the bridal table.

Not only will you eliminate the need for a big wedding cake AND the cost of each centerpiece, but if you have a "designated" cake cutter to serve at each table, dessert will become a real conversation piece.

By Celia from North New Jersey

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Weather Planning for Vacation

When planning a vacation, be aware of your destinations weather and temperatures. Some folks who come to Las Vegas, NV, think just because they're coming to "the desert", that it's going to be warm. Not if you come in the winter months, we, too, have cold weather. You might be be getting a inexpensive plane fare and hotel rates, but you could have to spend your savings at a local clothing store buying warmer clothes than what you brought with you. I've heard of lots of people who have to buy long sleeves shirts and jackets, after arriving to what they thought was going to be a warmer climate.

By Terri from NV

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Product Review: Bedskirt Shoe Organizer Storage

Under bedskirt shoe organizer for extra storage: If you live in a small home and need more space to store your crafts, yarn, and scrapbook supplies, think of buying an Under Bedskirt Shoe Organizer. They don't take up any extra room, come in all bed sizes, fit right under your regular bedskirt and, YES, all you gals with a shoe-fetish, you can even store shoes in them!

Here's a picture and more info:

• https://www.shoeskirt.com/swf/shoeskirt.swf

Source: I found out about these wonderful little space savers through their TV commercial.

By CDR from near Seattle

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Recharger Cord Labeling

We all have those "rechargeable" appliances. Sometimes the cords all look the same. I could not match up cords to appliances when we relocated. Not only was it frustrating to match, but also time consuming and expensive to replace. There was also to fear that the wrong charger would damage the appliance. To solve that problem, I add a "tape label", duct tape folded over the cord and the name of the appliance written in permanent marker on the tape or use a silver permanent marker to write on the plug if there's room. as soon as I remove the item from the box. No more mismatched cords.

By Gena from Elkview, WV

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Firewood from Building Sites

We managed to get nearly all of our wood this year from local building sites. The builders are only too happy to empty their expensive skips of offcuts and waste wood. So, if you have a van and time next year start early. You too could have free heating over the winter next year!

By Tarranty from Warwickshire

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Dog Obedience Advice: Use a Squirt Bottle

After completing the basic pet training course at Petsmart, the most effective tool I came away with is to use a Squirt/Spray Bottle to stop a dogs barking. Simply spray your dog in the face or better yet, the hind quarters, the rear end. It is useful to help stop other unwanted behaviors if you use it while the dog is in the act.

Before long all you have to do is say "squirt bottle" and the behavior comes to a halt. Basic Training classes at Petsmart are well worth it. Keeping in mind that your consistency with your beloved is what will make or break your relationship with your pet.

By Debbie from Myrtle Beach, SC

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Retrieve Long Hair in a Plugged Shower Drain

If drain cleaners are not working in a shower or bathtub drain, the problem might be higher up.

The shower drain in my long-haired teenage daughter's bathroom was plugged so badly she ended up standing in water up to her ankles when she took a shower. I tried all kinds of drain cleaners, to no avail. Then one day, I took the grate off the top of the drain so that I could look down with a flashlight and possibly see something. What a surprise: I could only see a couple of inches down! The crossbars in the pipe, like a plus sign about two inches down, were completely covered with hair!

I used needle-nose pliers to pull out a wad of long hairs as thick as my thumb, that was draped over the crossbars, hanging down like a fringe, almost completely blocking the pipe where drain cleaners had no effect.

Source: Source: my own (stumbled-upon) idea.

By Mary from Hummeltwown, PA

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Frugal Wrinkle Releaser

Instead of buying a bottle of Downy wrinkle releaser, get a spray bottle and put about one ounce of liquid fabric softener in it, then fill the rest of the spray bottle with water. Shake up the spray bottle to mix the softener and the water. This mixture when sprayed on any fabric except silk or suede will release wrinkles. The added benefit is that bugs do not like fabric softener.

Source: This is from my own experience.

By Kristy from Burbank, CA

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Steak Salad for Dinner

When the family would like something a bit luxurious for dinner and the budget won't quite make it, try a steak salad. Get a smaller steak, marinate if for a few hours as you normally would (Italian dressing will do). When it's dinner time, cook it to suit the family, medium to medium well is best. Let sit for 10 minutes.

Make a bowl of any salad ingredients on hand, portion them out, slice the steak very thinly, and let that be portioned according to people's taste, that is, small bites for children, or less for those who don't like to eat large amounts of meat. Scatter on top of salad greens. Serve with garlic bread or french bread, and dress with your favorite dressing.

Source: My family is the source for our way of doing it; it was a desperation recipe. It may be done elsewhere, I don't know.

By Penny from Westminster, CO

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Flatten Ground Meat for Quicker Defrosting

For easy storing and thawing of ground beef, turkey, chicken or bulk sausage. Divide into 1lb portions and place each lb in a gallon zip lock bag. With bag zipped closed, flatten by hand or roll meat flat with rolling pin, to fill the bag, the thinner the better! Now the bags can be stored in the freezer stacked flat. They take up much less room. When ready to use, the meat thaws in 15-20 minutes.

Good for frozen veggies, potatoes, dough, most anything!

Source: self trial and error!

By Kathy from Wooster, Ohio

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Dog Not Eating

What should I do if my dog does not eat?

Jacquelyn from Laurel, MS

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Burn Hole on Microfiber Couch

I have a small burn hole on a microfiber sofa. Any ideas on how to repair it would help very much!

George from Lakewood, CO

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Pet Urine Stains on Hardwood Floors

I am trying to get old dog urine stains out of oak hardwood floors. We need to remove the finish, but not sure if it is wax or polyurethane? What removes floor wax? Any tips on old urine stains would be helpful too.

Texasliam from Galveston, Texas

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Removing Skunk Smell from House

My dog was sprayed in the mouth by a skunk. It never smelled on his coat, but after he threw up the smell overwhelmed the house. I found that he was sprayed right by my back door and it's also on the siding. Any suggestions?

Gina

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Tar Stain on Carpet

My landlords installed very short and cheap tan carpeting in this house. My sister tracked tar across it. I've tried to snip it out - but the carpeting is too short to snip. I'm afraid of using an iron on it (to heat it up and remove with wax paper) because I'm afraid it'll melt. Any suggestions? I have the bulk of it up, but it has left brown stains (mistaken for pet stains) near my front door.

Elisa from Ferndale, MI

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Cleaning a Suede Jacket

I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions on how to clean a suede jacket. I would rather not take it to a dry cleaner.

Joey from Cleveland, OH

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Excessive Sweating - Red Hands

My hands get bright red almost all the time. It started when I was 13, I'm now 38. It's very embarrassing, especially in front of an audience. My mother has raynauds, but her hands don't get red, they turn white. I haven't told my doctor yet, I don't know how he hasn't noticed. I feel very healthy and my blood pressure is normal, but as I approach middle aged, I am concerned. I would welcome any feedback from people with my same symptoms.

Pat

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Wearing a Mask While Cleaning

I'm wondering if anyone out there wears a protective mask while cleaning the toilet or bathroom? I found a clip on youtube with advice on bathroom cleaning, where the nanny presenting the clip recommends wearing a mask to protect your health while using toilet cleaning chemicals.

I thought this made pretty good sense and I'm thinking of using one in future, but I also just thought it might be a bit overkill on the safety. Does anyone actually wear one for this?

Sarah from Bristol, CT

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Shooting Pain in Neck

Ever since I was a teenager, I get a shooting pain in my neck when I turn my head right. What could it be? Does a pinched nerve last that long? I am 31 now and it started when I was like 15.

I finally went to the doctors to tell her my symptoms. There is sometimes a shooting pain in my neck when I turn right, and then I see little dots afterwards. I'm having more lower back pains the last year, and sometimes my hands feel tingly and numb. I'm waiting for xray results. just wondering if anyone has had same symptoms?

Tom from Winthrop, NY

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Air in My Well Lines

I have a well and pressure tank. I have air in my lines all the time, hot and cold. My tank is holding the right pressure. If I run the water awhile it almost stops completely. Where do I look or what can I do? I have plenty of water, all the time.

Laura from Spartanburg, SC

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Discontinued Wallpaper Border: Home Trends Sports World

I am looking for a discontinued wallpaper border that Wal Mart used to sell. It is from Home Trends and is called Sports World. I need several rolls of it. Thanks!

Julie from Douglasville, PA

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Color Stains out of Other Colored Clothes

I just washed my brand new pink and cream maternity outfit with some blue pants and the blue bled all over the outfit. Anyone know a way to get the blue out?

Layla from Fenton, MI

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Faux Stone Siding Using Plastic Containers

Has anyone used plastic lids or empty lean cuisine containers for faux block or stone siding?

Lisa from Hector, AR

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Important Information to Give to Family

I need a list of important names and numbers to pass on to family members (insurance, accounts, socials, etc.)

John

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Eating During a Detox

What exactly should I eat during a detox? Am I allowed to have green, white, or herbal teas during one? How much am I allowed to eat?

Aliesha

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Temporary Relief for a Toothache

I need temporary relief for a toothache until I can get to the dentist. Any help would be appreciated.

Donna from Sacramento, CA

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Selling Coca Cola Bottles

I have a collection of Coca Cola bottles that my husband had collected years ago. I lost my husband five years ago and I am looking for information on how to sell them. Please help. Thank you so much.

Eileen from Victorville, CA

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Hydrangea Not Growing

My Hydrangea gets plenty of leaves but it hasn't grown since I planted it. It is the same size as it was since I took them out of the planting pots. And no blooms last summer! Any advice?

Hardiness Zone: 5b

Pattie from Bridgton, ME

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Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Muffins

I was at a bake sale the other day and bought Reese's cups baked into a type of cookie muffin. They were so good and I want the recipe. Does anyone know how to make these? They were crisp at the bottom. Thanks.

Nicole from Canada

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Storing Homemade Bread

Does anyone have ideas on ways to store homemade bread? I'd like to make one loaf per week for my 2 person household. Normally I keep it on the counter, covered with a towel and slice as we use it. But my partner is slightly OCD and seeing a towel-wrapped loaf of bread, on otherwise clear counters day after day, week after week, unnerves him. So, other than ziploc bags in the fridge, any ideas?

K.O. from SoCal

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Adjusting an Antique Desk Chair

I would like to know how to raise and lower an antique desk chair I have. It is a Sheild's swivel with 2 large springs for tilting and a large gear underneath. Can you tell me where I can find out how to work it? Thanks you.

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40th Birthday Party Ideas

My husband will be turning 40 in March and I am in desperate need for celebration ideas. It doesn't necessarily have to be a party but I can't let this big event go by unnoticed. I stay home with our two year old and don't work so I don't have a huge amount of cash at my disposal. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks

GRL611 from Philadelphia

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Looking for Dawn Power Dissolver

Can someone please tell me where to find Dawn Power Dissolver? Thanks.

Natalie

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How to Keep Pigeons Away from a Bird Feeder

I am trying to attract various small birds to my feeder. Is there anyone out there with any tips on how to keep pigeons away from this feeder. I have bought a feeder that has bars around it so that the small birds can get in but keeps the big ones out. That didn't work, the pigeons can fit their heads through the bars. Please help!

Leona from Newfoundland

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Getting Rid of Static in Hair

I need advice. My hair has lots of static electricity. I always use a conditioner rinse. What can I do to get rid of the fly away hair in my face?

Donna from Millbury, Oh

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Bleach Stains on Clothing

I got bleach stains on a blue shirt that 60% cotton 40% polyester. How do I get the stains out?

Gary

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Blue Stains in My Toilet

Over a 10-14 day period, blue/purple stains develop in the bottom of our toilet bowl. The tank is crystal clear. They do not form in our other toilet. We have soft water. Where are the stains coming from and how can we prevent them from forming?

Michimac from Michigan

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Homemade Dishwasher Detergent

How do you make homemade dishwasher powder?

Pam from Australia

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Name Ideas for a Cleaning Business

I want to start a house cleaning business and want a cute catchy name. Can you please help. Something fun and that others will remember.

Jennifer from Huntsville, AL

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Manual For Regal Kitchen Pro Breadmaker (C6743)

I borrowed a Regal Kitchen Pro Bread Machine Model # C6743. I need the users manual and instructions for this machine. Please help. Stacy

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How Does Salt Effect Plants?

What effect does salt have on plants? Rohana

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Paint Suggestion for Black and White Kitchen

I have a medium to large eat-in kitchen with white cabinets, black countertops and a white tile floor. What would be good colors for the walls? I do not want the black and white and red combo. Thanks!

Debbie from Dallas, TX

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Getting Rid of Mange in the House

Will bleach work to kill mange mites in my carpets?

Lisa

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Defaulting on Student Loans

How do you handle defaulted student loans?

Patricia from Kalamazoo, MI

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Getting a Job as a Longshoreman

How do I become a longshoreman and how much does it cost?

Laqundra

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What to do About Armpit Odor

Since my first child I've had the problem of arm pit odor. I'm thinking it has something to do with my hormone levels changing, but haven't had it checked yet. What have you tried, I've tried practically all the brands of deodorants including some men's brands, crystals, alcohol, and apple cider vinegar to no avail. irislynn777

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Ryobi Corded Circular Saws Sold Exclusively at Home Depot Recalled By One World Technologies Inc. Due to Laceration Hazard

Hazard: The return spring on the circular saw's lower blade guard can break, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

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Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall of Window Blinds Sold at Cost Plus and World Market Stores

Hazard:

Roman Shades: These shades have a looped pull cord and exposed inner cords on the back of the shade. Looped pull cords and exposed inner cords on roman shades present a strangulation hazard.

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Toy Xylophones Recalled by The Land of Nod Due to Choking Hazard

Hazard: The pegs on the xylophone can break, posing a choking hazard to children.

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Giant Bicycle, Inc. Recalls Bicycles; Fork Can Break Causing Rider To Fall

Hazard: The density of the steerer tubes can cause the forks to crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.

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Peanut Corporation of America (PCA) Issues Peanut Butter Recall

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Lynchburg, Va. (January 13, 2009) – Peanut Corporation of America (PCA), a peanut processing company and maker of peanut butter for bulk distribution to institutions, food service industries, and private label food companies, today announced a voluntary recall of peanut butter produced in its Blakely, Georgia processing facility because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

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