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Vol. 8, Num. 68, April 7, 2009 (Read It Online) Here are the Saving Money On... topics we are working on for Friday. Do you have any advice to share? Saving Money on Nuts Saving Money on Movie Rentals Thanks for reading, The ThriftyFun Team
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Oops, bunny fell into the flower pot looking for those hidden Easter eggs. Kids will enjoy creating this craft to decorate their rooms for Easter.
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Rate It: Craft: Buttered Lamb For Easter I found a cheaper way for a Buttered Lamb. I used Margarine! Here is the Margarine Lamb I made for pennies. Peppercorn for eyes, red tie and a stick of margarine! By Sally54 from NY
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Rate It: Mindy is a 10 year old Poodle that I got in 2008. She likes to do the Mindy dance! She is a loveable, eccentric dog that we love very much!
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Rate It: Craft Project: Easter Egg Picks Simple Easter Egg picks from plastic eggs, straw and ribbon.
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Rate It: GK is a 6 year old Heinz 57 varieties (Mixed Breed) dog, that I got from a shelter 3 years ago. GK likes to run amok with our terrier mix. In this picture, GK has discovered a 26-oz. peanut butter jar I was saving to clean out. After I took the photo, I realized you could see his tongue all the way to the bottom of the jar on the right side.
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I have recently found a fantastic new recipe for radiant, soft skin. It might sound really strange, but the trick is Aspirin and water. It's a great combo and works really well. Give it a try. Danielle Editor's Note: Some people are allergic to aspirin and people on blood thinners or other medication can also have reactions to this. Please consult your doctor if you think this might be the case with you. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf10669302.tip.html
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Rate It: Make liquid hand and dish soap last longer. Once the soap in one of those foam dispensers is gone, refill it 1/4 of the way with regular liquid soap and the rest of the way with water (add the soap last to prevent foaming out over the bottle). Then shake it and you now have a full bottle of soap. it makes those big refill bottles of hand or dish soap last for a year or more, depending on usage. And you save money (and the environment) by not having to buy bottles of soap all the time. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf86183367.tip.html
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Rate It: Shop a Day Later Each Week to Save Do your grocery shopping a day later each week, Monday one week, Tuesday the next etc. You save a weeks grocery bill every seven weeks. Eat before you shop. If you are hungry, you will be tempted to buy items you don't need. Source: I heard this tip so long ago I can't remember where! By Lanky liz from Scotland Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf83625155.tip.html
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Rate It: Split Easter Basket Purchases Between Families When creating your Easter Baskets, get together with friends/neighbors or relatives who have children in the same age range and share multi packages of toys or candies. Then your baskets will have more variety and save you a lot of money. Candy is expensive and who wants to put an entire bag of candy in a basket with little else? This is especially helpful for families that only have one or two children. It's fun to see what others buy to contribute and the baskets end up being very interesting and colorful. By Tracey from Thomasville, GA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf13551431.tip.html
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Rate It: Go on an Easter egg hunt at the flea market. I did this one year for my Easter display. I looked at every booth for any kind of Easter egg (ceramic, glass, porcelain, etc.). I had a ball! It was really amazing how many I found. No two were alike. They were all very inexpensive. When I was done, I put some Easter grass in a large basket and nestled them in it. It made a great Easter display with my big ceramic bunny. I think kids would love doing this too. Happy hunting! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf57556041.tip.html
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Rate It: To make an Easter basket, you can use either construction paper or an old shoe box with a lid. If you use construction paper, you will need scissors, stapler, pencil, ruler and markers or crayons or whatever else you want to use for embellishment. Before anything, cut a thin strip of the paper. This will be your handle. Measure out a square with a ruler in the middle of the paper and draw a square on it with a pencil. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf58198482.tip.html
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Rate It: Freebie: Free Easter Cards At Hallmark.com Send a FREE greeting card for Easter! Just go to www.hallmark.com - register - pick out a paper card and personalize - and put TRIAL in as code at checkout. (Mine was almost a $4 value) They even pay postage! And the cards are cute. Free e-cards, too! By Pamphyila from LA, CA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf41684559.tip.html
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Rate It: Reuse Food Containers for Packed Lunches Reuse pickle, mayo or yogurt containers; anything really that has a cover. Wash it out and use it to send (or bring) tuna, chicken salad to work or school. I send my husband to work with left-overs or whatever. If he don't bring it back home, it's no great loss. Source: Myself, after losing tons of Tupperware By Sherry from Onset, MA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf78726880.tip.html
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Rate It: I have come up with an easy method to making the perfect quick bread loaf (banana bread, zucchini bread, etc). Before pouring your batter into the loaf pan, whether its glass or dark coated, line the inside of the pan with aluminum foil. Spray the inside then with non stick cooking spray. Just use a big enough piece of foil to completely line the inside and also make sure it hangs over the longest sides of the pan about 1/2 to 1 inch. Just crunch the foil on the sides a little so when its cooled you have a good grip (handles). Once you line the pans, pour in your batter, and bake. When the loaf has cooled off enough, just grab the sides of the over hanging foil, and lift and the whole loaf will come out of the pan. Since you use non stick cooking spray then the foil easily comes away from the loaf. I loved my idea so much because if you want a nice warm slice of bread, the slice comes out perfectly without crumbling. By Chris from Ohio Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf57477745.tip.html
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Rate It: Whether you purchase potatoes in bulk and they're coming close to their expiration date or you simply like short cuts for daily meal preparation, try this: Bake up a few taters ahead. After baking you can peel them (or not) and then cube, slice, quarter, mash or simply place them whole in to individual baggies. Store what you think you'll want for the coming week in the fridge and the rest in the freezer. Source: I live alone and don't want to waste nor do I want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen every single day! This has definitely worked for me. :-) By Deeli from Richland, WA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf49225234.tip.html
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My dog hasn't eaten for 10 days today. She is a Dachshund and is 4 years old. We have taken her to two vets and they have done all the tests possible, xrays, you name it. Right now she is dying so if someone can please give us some advice. We have tried all dog and human foods even junk food such as Mcdonald's and KFC. Please help. By Donovan from Middelburg, South Africa Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf67213017.tip.html
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Rate It: Installing Self-Stick Tiles Over Ceramic Tiles I have white ceramic tiles in my kitchen and I can't keep this floor clean, because it has an outside door. Any ideas for covering up the floor? Would sticky back floor tile work? Any other ideas? By penguingranny55 from Sun City, AZ Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf49838364.tip.html
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Rate It: I read somewhere on this site about Epsom salts or baking soda can help with dogs biting on their feet and having sores. You were suppose to soak their feet in this solutions. I can't find where the directions for this are. Could someone please help me? My dog has been on antibiotics for 3 weeks with no relief. Her feet are awful looking and bleed at times. Thank you. By maggie3956 from Ipava, IL Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf42125599.tip.html
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Rate It: How to Make Home Made Paper You Can Plant How do you make plain plantable paper? By Kidz1teach from Knoxville, TN Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf71713276.tip.html
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Rate It: Removing Burnt Smell From Microwave I recently put a potato in the microwave wrapped in wax paper, a silly thing to do, but at the time I didn't think about it. Then I saw the smoke and came to the kitchen to see a fire blazing in the microwave. I was able to clean up the microwave pretty good but the smell is still there! How do I get rid of the smell? By Cobie_kat from Ohio Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf902410.tip.html
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Rate It: How do I remove a "rusty" looking stain/mark on the exterior of my refrigerator? It is over an area of approx. 6 inches by 2 inches and is made up of little spots and splotches. I have tried various over the counter cleaners, some help but the stain comes back. Any suggestions? By LyndaR from Newcastle NSW Australia Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf84283579.tip.html
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Rate It: Pet Urine Stains on Hardwood Floors Dog urine has penetrated our wood floors and seeped through to the basement below. I've cleaned the surface well, but what can I do to get under the surface? By A B Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf877224.tip.html
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Rate It: I sent a large box to son from Rhode Island to Arizona. It has been seventeen days and USPS will not help at all. What can I do? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf98126113.tip.html
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Rate It: What do you do for a clogged tub drain? By Truitt Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf28092296.tip.html
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Rate It: We have a 14 year old female cat. Very active, just a little slow. She now has decided to poop in her box, but cannot seem to pee in it. Any help? Thanks. By cwatkins from Melbourne, Fl Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf18228030.tip.html
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Rate It: Does anyone know how many cookies I will get from the cake mix cookies? The article is called "Easy Cake Mix Cookies". I'd like to try these, but it's just my husband and I. I don't want a ton of cookies to eat because I don't want to ruin my girlish figure! By su554 from Ohio Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf892915.tip.html
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Rate It: Getting Dogs To Stop Marking Territory What can be done when a dog continues to mark his territory in the house? By Elaine&Levi from Ohio Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf20945203.tip.html
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Rate It: Growing Grass in a Yard With Dogs What is the best way to grow grass in an area where 2 large dogs like to play? By Becky Ann from Madison, OH Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf44003987.tip.html
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Rate It: Growing Tomatoes In Hanging Baskets I've seen commercials for the hanging baskets to grow upside down tomatoes. Do these really work and does anyone know how difficult they are to use? Thanks so much. Hardiness Zone: 7b By Rcwidow from NC Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf19816330.tip.html
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Rate It: What is the best way to grow an herb garden outside? Last year, I put several in a planting box, but did not use it often enough and it became overgrown. Hardiness Zone: 6a By Becky Ann from Madison, OH Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf51051820.tip.html
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Rate It: How much margarine is a "stick"? Quite a number of recipes call for stick margarine. We can only buy block margarine. Can you tell me what weight is in a stick? Would love to try some of the recipes. Thank you. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf81476120.tip.html
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Rate It: I am taking care of my Dad who is ninety. He is in good health but has a hard time chewing meat. Does anyone have any recipes that I could use? By Lynda (crabby) from Kearny, NJ Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf52824554.tip.html
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Rate It: Cleaning Whites Without Bleach Does anyone have any tips of how to get white clothes whiter without using bleach? Mine get really dingy over time. By Hobbes63 from Middletown, PA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf690757.tip.html
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Rate It: White Heat Marks on Wood Table What is the best way to remove white rings/marks from finished wood surfaces (other than ironing)? Thanks. By Bprince from California Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf480173.tip.html
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Rate It: Does anyone have a tried and true, natural form of pest control for pantry moths (other than pheromone traps and storing everything below 50 degrees)? By Bprince from California Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf648776.tip.html
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Rate It: I am looking for information about Sweet Gum tree diseases. I was told my Sweet Gum tree that is about 30 years old has an aneurysm. It has three holes about two inches deep about 24 inches from the dirt line. What can I do for this tree to save it? By Janet from Stow, Ohio Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf51903388.tip.html
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Rate It: I was raised on biscuits and gravy, beans, potatoes, cornbread, chicken, pork or wild meat and fresh fish for Sunday dinners. I am not a cook but I am now moving to care for my parents who are in ill health. I need simple healthy recipes to fix them that will satisfy their tastes and health requirements. Any recipes or cookbooks anyone could suggest would be helpful. Thanks. By Garlind from East Tennessee Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf63428293.tip.html
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Rate It: Vanilla Pudding as Coffee Creamer I was wondering if anyone had tried instant vanilla pudding and powdered milk as a coffee creamer? By P.A.M. from Indianola, NE Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf75510592.tip.html
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Rate It: At the bottom of my bathroom sink, around the silver, is rust. Why? How do I remove it? By Dotkatt2 from DeForest, Wi Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf96932196.tip.html
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Rate It: I have a very sick little Chihuahua, she has heart problems. I have been told to change her diet to a no salt diet, I have planned to start making her food. Could anyone please provide me with some recipes for dog food with no salt. Thank you. By Pocomookie from Innisfil, ON Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf55974302.tip.html
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Rate It: Painting Lighter Colors Over Dark Colors I have one of those standing photo screens but it is a really dark color and the paint is chipped in several places. Since I don't like the color, I would really like to just paint it a lighter color like a cream or off white. Can I just paint right over it without the darker color showing through? What kind of paint should I use? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. By Runuts251 from Detroit, MI Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf10029377.tip.html
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Rate It: How do you clean the residue of double stick tape from scissors? By Caseye Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf57960226.tip.html
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Rate It: Plants That Grow Well in Rocky Ground We just moved here and the ground is really hard (sorta clay I guess ) and has lots of rocks. We've been picking rocks since we've got here and I would love to plant some different types of plants around and flowers. Does anyone have any ideas of what would grow well without a lot of expensive soil. We also have a deer problem too. They eat anything! Hardiness Zone: 6b By cnleatherman from West Virginia Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf67261326.tip.html
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Rate It: What are your best hair removing tips? By Alvena from WA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf21663522.tip.html
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Rate It: I would like to sell my never been used Fine Italian China from my wedding over 24 years ago. Does anyone know where I can start to look for someone who may be interested in buying it? Thanks in advance. By Tina from Orange County, CA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf39059258.tip.html
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Rate It: What kind of glue is used to make glue bookmarks? By Questionaire89 from Jonesboro, AR Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf79215659.tip.html
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