Daily Thrifty Tips - December 19, 2008

It is with heavy harts that we report the passing of Susan Sanders Kinzel, our founder and beloved mother, sister and friend. The illness was sudden and swift and she died on December 21st, 2008.

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Craft Project: 3D Paper Christmas Tree

This simple Christmas Tree is a great craft for young children to create with very little adult assistance. It was created to be used in Sunday school.

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Craft: Christmas Angels Photo Card

This was our 2006 card. The background was from Google images and Photo paint was used to place the faces.

By Doug from Quakertown, PA

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Make an Apron from Fabric Scraps

Make quick Christmas gifts with scraps from your stash that they will love. I needed quick gifts that would not hurt our budget so I took a look at my fabric stash and I was able to find unusual combinations to create this totally divalicious apron! I drew my own pattern out by looking at other patterns but you can buy a pattern and use that if needed.

First, pull out your stash and lay it out next to each other, take a look and see what unusual combinations pop out. Mix and match and have fun, you never know what you come up with. Here I used zebra fabric, black with pink polkadots, pink satin and tulle.

For added flair, I used hot fix crystals to add diva. This was a little girl's apron and I was able to make the whole thing with very little fabric. The best part is have fun, be frugal and don't be afraid to try new combinations! Take a look at my blog:

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By Anna from Arkansas

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Craft Project: Flannel Tied Tree Skirt

This tree skirt is made with old flannel shirts bought at the Thrift Store and made to look like the old fashioned country tied quilts.

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Susie-Q (Maine Coon)

This is Susie-Q. She is eleven years old and a Maine Coon. We adopted Susie-Q from an animal shelter 6 years ago.

She loves to slap us on the leg and run. She enjoys to race up and down the hallway. Susie-Q already had her name when we got her. She will only eat Friskies and nothing else. She likes her litter box cleaned as soon as she has used it.

I captured the image yesterday when my husband was putting up the Xmas outdoor decorations.

By Theresa from Nova Scotia, Canada

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Craft Project: Bedpost Snowman

A cute snowman made from an old bedpost.

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Garden: Florida Roses

My knock out roses are in full bloom here in Florida. They are easy to grow and are disease free. Aren't they gorgeous?

By Carol from Spring Hill, FL

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Reusable Christmas Gift Tags

When I was a child, my mother would make special Christmas present name tags for me and my sisters. Using Christmas cards, we had received she would cut them out and decorate them using yarn, ribbon, lace, etc. Using a big needle, she would sew around the edges of each one, put a string on it and they were done!

Each year when we would unwrap the presents, we would give her the name tags and they would be used again the next year, sometimes needing yarn replacement as us kids were so excited to get into our presents. It was great because we came to just know automatically which ones were ours because some of the tags never changed, she still uses the one from my first Christmas to this day when I go to her house for the holidays.

It was a great and cheap way to label our gifts and it's something I will always remember as a special part of our families traditions. I have even started doing this with my daughter.

By Shandana from Watertown, NY

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Mixing Starch in a Spray Bottle

When I worked, I used starch in many of my clothes. A cheap alternative to the spray cans (which don't last long at all), is to buy some liquid starch. I would mix it in a spray bottle - usually about 1/2 water to 1/2 starch for fairly heavy starch results. A $3.00 or $4.00 bottle of liquid starch would last literally for years. The clothes looked and smelled really good after an ironing with the starch. With the cans costing $1.00 or more, and only starching one or two shirts, this is a real savings.

By Janet from Brant Rock, MA

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Applique Backing

Keep the used baby wipes and dryer sheets, for great backing for appliqueing. They should be washed first, by putting them in the mesh bag that you use for delicate clothing in for machine washing.

By Siris from Dawson Creek, BC Canada

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Wrap Presents in Reusable Grocery Bags

For Christmas gift wrapping this year, I purchased some of the recycle bags that stores are selling now, canvas and usually green, the cost is usually a dollar. Use this bag to put your gifts in, to encourage recycling. A paper gift bag would cost about the same. This bag will last a lot longer and put festive bows on it.

By Hope from Wilmington NC

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Set Up a Gift Fund for Expensive Presents

If you have a large ticket item you crave, how about starting a "gift fund" for it among your friends and relations? Just say that rather than a gift, you would prefer a contribution to the say "iPod Gift Fund" and pool those gifts for one bigger purpose. It certainly would solve the problem of what to give you for Xmas or a birthday!

I did that when trying to acquire some musical instruments a few years back - and although my family was a bit perplexed, they joined in and I thus financed the instruments I desired that I would never have been able to buy otherwise.

By Pamela

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Christmas Card Bookmarks

I am giving books to friends this year for Christmas. While getting out my card holder from last year filled with last years cards a thought came to me to make bookmarks to put inside the books I am giving. I set to work and in no time at all made several beautiful bookmarks. First I sorted through the cards and found the ones that would work.

Next, with a good sharp pair of scissors I cut a strip one to three inches wide from the card I was using. Next, punch a hole through the top and then add a pretty Christmas ribbon, the ribbon I had wasn't narrow enough so I used raffia for the tassel. I belong to a ladies bible study and plan to give them each a bookmark enclosed in their Christmas card.

If I have any leftover cards, I will cut and make package tags from them, which I have done for years. Enjoy using your prior years Christmas cards.

By Bobbie from Rockwall, TX

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Outside Faucet Cover for Freezing Weather

All you need are styrofoam cups, an empty 2 litter pop bottle and tape. We are in a big cold snap right nowand my local Home Depot was sold out of faucet covers, so I came up with an even better idea.

I took three large styrofoam cups (20 oz. size from the $1 store) and stacked them all together inside of each other. I then cut off the top lips of the top 2 cups so the cups were no taller than the bottom cup. These go on to the spout first and if you like, you can just tape these cups on to the faucet and leave it at that, but for added protection I cut the bottom half off of a 2 litter pop bottle and put this over the cups. In between the cups and the bottle-bottom I put quilt batting for extra insulation, but you could also use fiberglass insulation, spray in foam or even just a rag. Lastly, I duct taped this to the side of my house. I bet you could also drill a hole and uses zip-ties to secure it.

By Cyinda from near Seattle

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Wandering Jew Plant As Medicine

To everyone that suffers from pain in their hands due to carpal tunnel or arthritis pain, and probably even more. All YOU NEED ARE 1 to 3 leaves of this humble and amazing plant. Rinse and boil them until they turn pink. The water will probable turn green, depending on how many leaves you are boiling. When leaves are pink, pour the water in a bowl and put your hands above the bowl, (Your hands are going to receive the steam, DON'T PUT YOUR HANDS IN THE BOILING WATER. YOU'LL GET BURNED!). When there is no more steam coming out, just throw the water away.

My daughter who has suffered from this pain, went to the doctors. use different kinds of medicines and never got better, was almost crying one day in pain, I got 3 leaves and did it on her. After almost 20 minutes, she told me there was no more pain. I've been thinking about sharing this tip with everyone, but was afraid of not knowing what to say, and look how much I've said right now. This is true. Hope it works as well for many of you that are suffering from this affliction.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to the world. God loves us all big or small, rich or poor. God bless you and remember that he loves you as much as he loves me. You are not alone. Hang in there, have faith.

Source: This tip was given to me by a Chinese lady whose brother in law, from Thailand gave it to her for her husband suffering from Carpal tunnel pain.

By Maria from Sacramento, CA

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Make a Trellis Out of an Old Box Spring

Gardening is a hobby with my wife and me. As we have a number of Clematis vines the trellises deteriorate. In my recycling travels I came upon a great way to make a trellis. I came by a motel and noticed a discarded box spring by the dumpster. I took it home and took it apart, finding some nice 1x4's and then took a bolt cutter and cut the spring in half and wala. We have 2 great trellises that are now in use. I might add that the Clematis and the box springs make great bed fellows.

By Patrick from Mcminnville, Tennessee

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Make Sure Your Propane Tank Is Empty Before Refilling

Did you know the cost to fill you propane bottle is the same regardless how much propane it takes to fill it? Sometimes it is hard to tell if a bottle is full, half full, or empty. A bottle should have its empty weight on the side, it should be in the neighborhood of 17 lbs. for a small BBQ or fryer sized bottle. A full tank weighs 38 lbs.

I found this out today when I took a bottle to be filled. They charge over $26 to fill a bottle. They asked me if I was sure, I told them to "top it off". That is when they told me it wasn't like buying gas, you pay the full price if it takes a little or if it is totally empty.

I saved myself $26 plus tax. Next time, I will weigh the bottle before I take it to see if it really needs to be filled or not.

Source: The guy at Orschelons. I called some other propane places around, and they verified what he told me as being correct.

By April from NW Missouri

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Use Stevia Instead of Sugar

I have found a new sweetener to replace sugar, called Stevia. My doctor recommended it and I bought it at the GNC store in the Mall. It is not approved by the FDA yet. It is super sweet and I can get 3 servings out of one little packet. It comes in liquid, bulk, or packets. No after taste like some of the other artificial ones.

By Ruth from Harlingen, TX

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Make Hot Chocolate With Milk

Add milk to hot chocolate or cocoa! I worry about Hubby and Son getting enough calcium, so I often add some cold milk to their hot cocoa or chocolate. It cools the drink down enough for Son, and adds a nice flavor to inexpensive powdered mixes. And it uses up milk in the not-drinking-much months!

By Dorrie from Norman, OK

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Bulb in LED Flashlight Stopped Working

I left one of those LED wind up flashlights in my car on purpose. Well, the nights have been very cold and although the garage doesn't get down to freezing, you can imagine just how cold it can become. I took a walk around the block with the flashlight fully charged and one of the 4 LED bulbs dimmed out within 10 mins.

I re-wound it and all the LEDs became very bright, but as soon as the winding stopped, they went back to a dimmer state. The weak LED turned off. Is this because it's a dud, or do you think a couple of weeks in a very cold car did something to destroy it? I like the idea of leaving one of these flashlights in the car, but this may not be feasible.

Holly from Richardson, TX

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Refills for Swiffer Carpet Flicker

I'm look for the sticky refills for the orange Swiffer carpet flicker. I live in Loveland, Colorado and can't find them anywhere. I have birds and it works wonderful to pick up the seeds from the carpet. If you can help, please advise and thank you.

Donita from Loveland, CO

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Water/Ice Dispenser is Leaking

I have a leaky side by side with water/ice dispenser, but no supply line is hooked up to the unit. I have a frozen lake in the bottom of the freezer, how do I fix this? I took everything out of the fridge/freezer for two days to let it thaw. About 2 weeks later I am leaking again. Please help!

Joe from Clinton Township, Mich

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Fixing Washing Machine Leaks

We replaced the tub seal on the washing machine because it was torn up. After putting it back together we tested the low-water level cycle. It still leaks, but not from tub seal. We're very sure of this. The water comes from the brake/clutch assembly. We then noticed 2 small holes in the center (tubular part) of the inner tub but don't see how that could cause water to get down below. Is that possible?

Another thought is the center post seals, but we want to eliminate the first possibility so that's why we're asking. We also noticed the spanner nut is corroded along the bottom and has lost about 1/4 inch in some places, so we are replacing it. Would that have caused a leak too? We don't know if going after the center post seals would be a hard job or not, but we have the machine torn apart anyway.

Karen

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Black Stains on Ceiling

I have black stains on my ceiling, in the corners and following my truss line. Any ideas what causes this?

Moroni from Gladwin, MI

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Removing Diesel Smell on Dog's Paws

How do I remove diesel smell from a dog's paws?

Jessica from Elgin

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Rooting the Top of a Norfolk Pine

My new Norfolk pine broke off at the top cluster of branches. Can I root this or plant it? Please help, thanks.

Dorothy

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Canceling Delivery of Rachel Ray Diet Supplements

I purchased some Acia Berry diet supplements for the Rachel Ray diet. If I don't cancel in 14 days they will charge my card $75 for this product. I requested the free sample where you pay for the shipping and handling. Please let we know if you have a web site or phone number. Thanks.

Teresa from Fort Stockton, TX

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Cleaning Wood Vs. Laminate Flooring

I want to install wood/laminate floors in a new home I am buying. I prefer hardwood. I am concerned about cleaning them. I had hardwood in a house that I just moved out of (rented) and I cleaned them with my Scooba Robot using white vinegar and water. It did not seem to bother them, they looked as good when I moved out after 5 years. Any ideas on which kind is easier to clean?

Pat from Oregon

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Keeping Driveway Clear of Plowed Snow

I live in New England. We've had our first snowstorm of the year with more to come (supposedly). Any tips on how to avoid the snowplowed snow from the street from blocking our driveway. Just thought maybe someone had a nifty tip for this.

Marie from MA

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Handmade Christmas Gift for Boyfriend

I need a gift for my boyfriend that is sixteen. At Christmas we will have been together for a week. What kind of gift could I make him since I can't really afford anything for him?

Tabitha from Gilmer, TX

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Enlarging a Hole in a Porcelain Plate

I am trying to enlarge a hole in a porcelain plate. Any tips would help!

Lisa

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Learning to Use the Computer and Internet

My grandpa wants to learn to use the computer and Internet. Because of my job I do not get enough time to teach him. He doesn't want to go out and take classes. Any other easy ways?

Gloria

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Tying Ribbon to Cat Toys

I want to put ribbons or some long fibers on the balls that my cat likes. Hopefully it will make her run around and get exercise, she's a lay-about kitty. I don't want her to chew them up and get them stuck in her system (previous experience with Mylar). What is your experience? I was thinking grosgrain ribbon, but I'd like something not quite as heavy, but the kitty's health overrides everything else. Thanks for your thoughts.

Tennesue from Bristol, TN

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Purchasing a Casket Online

Did anyone ever purchase a casket on line? Was it delivered on time and as advertised?

Curious from WA

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Preventing Suede Shoes from Getting Shiny

I recently bought some rough leather boots at JCPenney's. I have several pair of shoes made of this material. It's not the slick leather, it's more of a suede. The toe area on almost every pair after a few wears begins to wear thin and get shiny. This looks really bad.

I have only had these boots about a month and only wore them a few times but I noticed just a couple of days ago the right one is getting shiny, or dull however you want to describe it. It isn't like the rest of the boot. Does anyone have any ideas on ways to prevent this? I would appreciate your help. Thanks.

Connie from Smithville, TN

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Maintaining Curly Hair

Any tips on how to maintain my curls?

Aliesha

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What Breed is My Dog?

Has anyone seen a mixed breed like this? I have been going crazy searching all over the world wide web for pictures that look like our baby Raider. He is now 5 1/2 months., born early July 2008. We adopted him from the Fremont shelter. The cutest little thing ever. He loves to play ball and fetch with his toys. He loves walks and being off the leash and is a super fast runner. So you must keep your eye on him at all times.

He also jumps really high and does this little prance kinda walk. He is very lovable, likes to cuddle with me and loves my furry blankets. After all my searching I have come to the conclusion that he is possibly Shiba Inu/Chihuahua or a Shiba Inu mix of some sort. Please reply and post answers if you have any information or if you have any pictures. Thanks.

Mel from Fremont, CA

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Embroidering a Vine onto a Scarf

Would anyone know of a pattern to embroider a vine on a scarf?

Carmela

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Measuring Marshmallow Creme for Fudge Recipe

I have a Fanny Farmer fudge recipe calling for 1 pint of marshmallow creme. It is sold in my area in 7 ounce jars. I know 16 ounces is a pint. But a 7-ounce jar contains about 2 1/2 cups of marshmallow creme. How much should I use in a recipe calling for a 1-pint jar?

Rose from St. Ansgar, IA

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Triple Sheeting a Bed

I've been wanting to redecorate my room for a while now, but have hesitated because I didn't want to spend money on a new bedspread. The other night I stayed in a hotel where they "triple sheeted" my bed and I enjoyed how that felt and looked. Is there a proper way to make a bed this way? Or does anyone have other ideas?

Michelle

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Tool for Tracking Live Metrics

Is there any test tool that tracks live metrics? Can anyone help me?

Sean from USA

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Christmas Gift Ideas for an 11 Year Old Boy

What's the ideal Christmas gift for a 11 yr old boy within a $50 budget?

Venus

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Separating Plastic Drinking Cups

How do you separate plastic restaurant cups? They were washed and stacked together now they won't come apart.

Barbara from Hickory, OK

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Using a Janome 10000 Sewing Machine

Can someone teach me how to use my Janome 10000? I can do basic sewing, but I need to learn the embroidery part of this machine.

Jo-Ann from Tom's River, NJ

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Divinity Fudge Not Setting Up

Why won't my Divinity Fudge set up?

Cathy from St. Marys, Ohio

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Thickening Apple Butter

How do I thicken apple butter?

Karen from Oxford, Alabama

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What Breed is My Dog?

What is breed is my dog? Is it a golden retriever? She's 3 1/2 months old.

Andres from Honduras

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What Breed is My Dog?

I would like to know if anyone knows what my dog is mix with. They said she is a Staffordshire terrier mix with lab but I don't see the lab part. Anyways if I could get help that would be great. She has a white patch on her chest and on the bottom of her feet.

Allison from Indianapolis

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Household Coupons

I am looking for coupons for food and household goods. Thank you.

Callie from Vicenza, Italy

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Crafting for Fun and Money!

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New Year's Eve Party for the Whole Family
By Kelly Ann Butterbaugh

With the craziness of the holidays, a New Year's Eve party that requires pajamas to pass the dress code sounds inviting. This year, try a family party with family fun. It will be less fuss and more fun!

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Invasive Plants and How You Can Minimize Their Spread

Each year millions of dollars are spent, and tons of herbicides are applied, in what is sometimes a futile attempt to combat the spread of invasive plants. Here is what you need to know about the invasive plant problem and what you can do to help.

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