Daily Thrifty Tips - February 1, 2006

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Congratulations on this first issue of the gardening newsletter Susan. I hope it will be as successful as your others. (I'm sure it will). Here is a picture of some flowers in my gardens.

By Great Granny Vi from Moorpark, Ca.

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Juliet is a Yorkshire Terrier and just turned 6 years old. We got her through a private breeder in New Jersey.

She likes to hang out with us where ever we are. She is my very best friend and loves so unconditionally whether I am in a good mood or a bad mood! She can make you smile even on your worst day.

By Adele Peters from Staten Island, New York

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2 ozs. of Acetone to 10 gallons or more of gasoline or diesel gives you better fuel mileage and more horsepower. Acetone can be found in the paint department of most stores. (Can be used ONLY with Premium fuel.)

By Terri from NV

Editor's Note: This is a fairly common tip so we wanted to publish it but a reader quickly pointed out that the folks at Car Talk strongly recommend NOT doing this and provide numerous potential hazards to consider. Before considering adding acetone as a fuel additive be sure to read the link below:

http://www.cartalk.com/content/columns//Archive/2006/January/08.html

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How many light bulb joke tellers does it take to change a light bulb?




100: One to change it & 99 to make stupid jokes about it!

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If there is an opening or scab on the infected area this will work. The tea bag must have contact with the opening or scab. Use a regular black tea, tea bag to make tea as you wish. When tea bag is cool squeeze some of the tea out. Then tape the tea bag to the infected area of body. Leave on for 12 hours. Remove. You will see much of the redness gone from the infected area and puss will be on the tea bag. Use a new bag and epeat till infection is gone.

I have used this many times to get rid of infections instead of going to a Dr. and getting antibiotics. Try it, you will be amazed at how well it works.

It usually only takes one or two applications.

By Penney Lock from Sioux Lookout, ON

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Use Brillo pads to get rid of scuff marks on linoleum floor. Always works for me. Make sure you are gentle with it. You don't want to scratch your floor. Then clean up the area with soap and water with a paper towel. Do immediately, I wouldn't know if the Blue from the Brillo stains or not. It never has with me.

By Sandra Moore from Wesley Chapel, FL

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When cooking hamburgers from scratch put a thin slice of cheese/onion/etc in the middle of the burger instead of putting it on top and watch it cook. I think this is the best way to eat a cheeseburger.

By Michael Claypoole from Massanutten, VA

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My recipe is for pets that have dry skin and itch a lot. In a spray bottle (I got at walmart in beauty supplies) add 1/3 cup of baby oil, 1/3 cup of original listerine and 1/3 cup of warm water. Shake the bottle to mix and spray on pet. Works well especially on dogs with dandruff and real dry skin. Rub it in. The
pets fur will not be oily but sure makes him feel better. It is really good for dogs that get hot spots. Always shake mixture before spraying pet.

By Rettasue from Cleveland, Tn.

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Buy two Sunday Newspapers, so that you receive doubles of the same coupons. When there are sales for "Buy One Get One Free" items. Most of the time, you can use two coupons. That is, if the coupon is for one item - As opposed to "Save .30 on two".

Example:
"Buy One Softsoap Body Wash, Get one free". Coupon - "Save two dollars on One Soft Soap Body Wash.

Use both coupons, since two items are being purchased. Result: Saving $4.00 on 2 Soft Soap Body Washes. Most of the time, it ends up being free.

By Sandra Moore from Wesley Chapel, FL

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Hugs....
Nanna

laurie from north west

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I get so disgusted with all the junk mail I get in the mail I have start taking my name off it all put it back in the envelopes they give you postage paid and mail it all right back to them, let them pay for the postage and save space in my trash can. Maybe they will stop all these random mailings to get you to buy something.

By debbie from berwick me

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I have arthritis in my hands and it is hard to open some jar lids. So I cut a square of rubber shelf lining to use on the lid . If it is stubborn, I put the jar under hot running water for just a few seconds, dry the lid and it works for me.

By Great Granny Vi from Moorpark,Ca.

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We have a grub worm problem that we would like to get rid of. Any suggestions would be most appreciated.

Hardiness Zone: 8a

Jodi from Gary, Texas

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Thank you! I am constantly wondering what "zone" I am in. With your request came Hardiness Zone and a drop down menu and voilà, Columbia, MO (10 minutes from here) was actually on list.

I would like to know what trees, plants and flowers would do best here (Zone 5b). We have a new home and need trees, plants and flowers that I can take care of. I do well with tulips, daffodils, crocus and the summer salvia types. Thank you for your help.

Hardiness Zone: 5b

Annie Hill from Hallsville, MO

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I put too much sugar in a batch of Chili and was wondering what to do.

Any ideas?

Dale from Pelican Rapids, MN

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We bought a house several years ago with a huge, full-grown elm tree in the yard. It has aphids, I believe (little hard bumps on the leaves). We have heard of using a ring of Horticultural Oil around the tree, but need more informoation. How far up the tree? How wide a swath? How often? What time of year? Does anyone have a little more information for us?

Thank you,
Hardiness Zone: 5a

Cee from Roscoe, Illinois

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My wedding gown has some very stubborn wine stains. I took it to a very reputable cleaner that specializes in gowns but they could not help. This is a gorgeous Vera Wang and I would love for my daughter to have the option of wearing it some day. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Jen from Houston, TX

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I want to make a princess piñata for my little sister and was wonder if anyone has any instructions how to make it?

Thank you,
Jamie from NZ

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I am looking for a sugar free or low sugar recipe for homemade pancake syrup. I have my daughter on a limited sugar diet, and she loves pancakes. Store bought sugar free is expensive, so any ideas (recipes) are greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance.

jmz2005 from Illinois

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How does one get the smell of smoke out of a cupboard? Smoke had swirled in it for about five minutes before it was discovered. We have placed baking soda in it, with minimal difference.

Bruce from St. Paul, MN

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First I want to thank the person who sent in the Weight Watchers recipe for the pineapple pudding from the seventies. It was just the one I was looking for. Now I would like an old fashioned doughnut recipe if anyone has one. Thanks in advance.

Carlene from Oxford, ME

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A close friend (she's 40) just lost her father to cancer. She is receiving condolences of plants, flowers and food. I want to do something for her or give her something unique. Does anyone have any ideas as to what to do for her, or what to give her?

Marnita from Cumming, GA

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I want to install a wood floor over a concrete floor and I want to paint it white. Does anyone know how to proceed? What type of flooring do I purchase?

MJ from G-burg, WI

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We are starting to have an ant problem again this year. I am looking for something that will get rid for them, maybe something that can be made from items in the kitchen. There seems to be thousands of tiny ones in each hill. We do have animals and don't want anything that will be harmful to them.

Hardiness Zone: 8a

Jodi from Gary, Texas

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My husband builds tires for a living and getting the sweat and rubber smell out of his clothes is a nightmare. I have used tide, borax, washing soda, vinegar, baking soda... the only thing I have found to help a little, is an entire cup of arm & hammer detergent washed on the hottest setting, and sometimes this takes a couple of washings. Surely there has to be a better way of getting the smells out?

Halloweenfreak from Oklahoma

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My daughter is getting married in May, her colors are apple red and silver with a heart theme. She likes the orange-reddish colored flowers. I am very crafty and plan to do the decorating and making the flower arrangements but I do not want her wedding to look too much like Valentine's or fall. Any ideas on flowers, or centerpiece ideas? We want it to be simple but elegant on a very limited budget!

Thanks,
Kay from North Carolina

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Does anyone has a marble counter top in their bathroom? Is it easy to keep up or do you get water spots? Does it have to be resealed yearly? I want to replace our old tile top and I am looking at marble. Is there any other product that works well in a bathroom?

Sandy from Vermont

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I'm hoping someone will know how to fix the problem I'm having. When I plugged a lamp into a wall socket last night, I heard a deep humming sound - and quickly unplugged it. I then tried the light in other sockets I know were okay, and there was no problem. Could the problem be a short in the socket? Is it dangerous until I can have someone fix it? Thanks so much.

Barbara from Fairless Hills, PA

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My husband and I are interested in becoming full time RVers when he retires in about 4 years. Does anyone have any books on the subject they could recommend? I am trying to watch costs so hate to buy new books only to find out I don't need that information. Outdated books are fine as they give me a start to look for other sources.

Mary from Siloam Springs, AR

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