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Dividing Potted Plants - potted plant

Dividing Potted PlantsWhen your plant is getting tight in the pot (or when you purchase a plant like this one), you can easily get more plants by separating into more pots. This will allow room for your plants to grow, or is a great way to give some plants away as gifts.

"I Love You" Toddler Artwork - finished solid card

"I Love You" Toddler ArtworkMy 2 year old toddler decorated this heart card - it is the perfect craft that makes two gifts, one for grandma, one for grandpa! This could be for any occasion not just Valentine's Day, give it for Grandparents Day, Christmas, Missing You, or just because! What's special about this card is when you put both pieces together you could see how the artwork turned out!

Carrot Counting Activity for Toddlers - all done

Carrot Counting Activity for ToddlersThis is a perfect craft that doubles as a learning resource and game to help your toddlers learn to count.

Recycled Animal Face Pencil Case - bottle with pencils inside

Recycled Animal Face Pencil CaseSimple materials plus a creative mind is a great combination for making this project. A plastic bottle has the most use when it comes to recycling. You can create anything useful out of plastic bottles. Here's one simple project that I taught my child which can be a good help to develop his creativity, imagination, and organizing skills.

Skipper (Belgian Shepherd Groenendael) - large black dog

Skipper (Belgian Shepherd Groenendael)Skipper watches over my elderly mother and attracts my attention if he is concerned about her. She often drops her book or other objects, and he will pick them up from the floor and place the item gently back on her lap. He is a real asset to me and a constant companion, and as Mum lives with us he is without a doubt a very useful friend to have in her times of need.

Flamingo Heart Card or Kids' Craft - facing flamingos

Flamingo Heart Card or Kids' CraftThis is a cute flamingo heart card you can give to someone for Valentine's Day, or glue down onto a card. It would be cute if they were facing each other too. But the purpose of this craft was because we went to the zoo, the kids thought how cool a flamingo was and wanted to make one! They both had fun playing with these together and making these flamingos kiss!

Easter

dipped bunnies with sprinkles

Chocolate Dipped PeepsIf you like Peeps, you will like chocolate dipped Peeps even better! They are easy to make and are a fun treat for Easter.

hand print lily

Handprint LilyTry making this Easter variation of using children's handprints for crafts. This is a guide about making a handprint lily.

Saving on Easter Baskets

Saving Money on Easter BasketsInexpensive ways to create, put together or purchase easter baskets and their filler as suggested by the ThriftyFun community.

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Easter Egg Curtain

Easter Egg CurtainPeter Rabbit will be delighted when he sees your windows on Easter morning and the youngsters will have a ball helping make this fun craft.

finished mailable basket made from two boxes

Mailable Easter BasketTo mail an Easter basket to my daughter in their apartment, without making her look like a little girl anymore, I created a cute, transportable basket that can be used afterward.

Easter Egg Lunch

Easter Egg LunchWho wouldn't love having their lunch packed into colorful Easter eggs? You may even find that you want to have your lunch this way. I will find any excuse to "be a kid"! :)

St. Patrick's Day

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Rainbow in a BagGive someone special a rainbow in a bag. This is a quick and inexpensive treat that makes a perfect gift!

Girls in Green with shamrocks on their face.

10+ Great St. Patrick's Day IdeasCheck out 10 of our best crafts and snacks for St. Paddy's Day. Kids will love making a leprechaun trap or eating a pot of gold.

No-Sew Pot O' Gold Wind Catcher

No-Sew Pot O' Gold Wind CatcherThis easy to make decoration is great for both indoors and outdoors.

Leprechaun Trap Cake 10

Leprechaun Trap CakeMany kids have an opportunity to make a leprechaun trap at school when they are young. After seeing one that my kids brought home, I thought it might be fun to try and make a leprechaun trap cake.

St. Patrick's Day Sherbet Float 2

St. Patrick's Day Sherbet FloatThink green when you make this tasty float as a St. Patrick's Day party or family dinner dessert. This page contains St. Patrick's Day sherbet float recipes.

Leprechaun craft made from wine corks.

Tiny LeprechaunThis simple leprechaun can be a cute addition to your table, place setting or in a centerpiece, or hide a few around the house and have the kids try to find him to claim a 'pot o gold'.

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Gardening Tips and Advice

Squirrel Scare Tool - supplies

Squirrel Scare ToolFrom my kitchen window, I enjoy watching the birds at our bird feeders. However I can't keep a lot of food in the feeders because of squirrels. In the cold months, early in the morning, I'll put out just enough seed to last through the day.

Rubbing Alcohol for Mealy Bugs in a Succulent Garden - rosette succulent

Rubbing Alcohol for Mealy Bugs in a Succulent GardenKeeping a spray bottle with rubbing alcohol is convenient and can be used to get rid of mealy bugs on succulent plants! Rubbing alcohol is inexpensive and succulent safe while also getting the job done by getting rid of mealy bugs!

Using Bird Feeders for Houseplants

Using Bird Feeders for HouseplantsI picked up two inexpensive wooden bird feeders that were actually a little broken in a local department store for $1 each. I decided to use them inside my house to hold some hanging plants. I bring in a number of herbs for the winter and so window and plant space becomes an issue for me in the winter.

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Saving Tomato Seeds

Saving Tomato SeedsHere is another way to save tomato seeds for next season.

Make a Bicycle Planter - blue bike

Make a Bicycle PlanterSome months of the year, the garden looks extra dull and brown, especially with our California droughts. My next door neighbour left a bicycle outside with a "Free to take" sign on it. It was absolutely trashed. I removed as much rust as I could, and with a little spray paint...

Succulent Wreath - wreath hanging on a tree

Succulent WreathThis is a beautiful outdoor succulent wreath that can be hung on your front door or in your backyard. Just a few supplies and you can have yourself a lovely succulent wreath!

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Videos

Teak furniture on a deck outdoors.

Refinishing Teak Outdoor FurnitureTeak is a common material for outdoor furniture because it is long lasting if cared for correctly. Learn how to do it in this short video.

A foil lid being used as an impromptu spoon.

Making a Lid SpoonEver been stuck without a spoon when eating an individual serving of applesauce, pudding or yogurt? Just use the lid as a spoon! Learn how to make one in this short video.

A mantle pennant made in Halloween patterned fabric.

Halloween Mantel PennantsDress up a boring fireplace mantle with this decorative pennant made from Halloween themed fabric triangles. Learn how to make it in this short video.

A small jar of butterscotch pudding.

Butterscotch PuddingCreamy butterscotch pudding is easy to make at home with ingredients you probably already have on hand. Learn how to make it in this short video.

A tray of peanut butter cookies.

Flourless Peanut Butter CookiesThese easy peanut butter cookies are entirely gluten-free. Learn how to make them in this short video.

Someone laying down roofing tar paper.

Removing Roof Tar from Skin with Olive OilRoof tar and other sticky substances can be gently removed from skin by using regular olive oil from the kitchen. Learn how to do it in this short video.

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cup of Fruity Rose Tea

Fruity Rose TeaSometimes the best homemade teas don't involve steeping dried tea leaves. This version uses fresh slices of fruit, cinnamon and rose petals. It's quick, it's easy, and it tastes and smells absolutely divine.

A LED and CLF lightbulb held side by side.

Comparing CFL And LED LightbulbsMost people have replaced their traditional incandescent lightbulbs with energy efficient alternatives, such as CFL (Compact Fluorescent) or LED (Light Emitting Diode) bulbs. Each type has different pros and cons to consider when choosing a bulb. This guide is about comparing CFL and LED lightbulbs.

A fresh Vietnamese salad in a bowl.

Vietnamese Salad RecipesThe fresh Asian herbs and spices give Vietnamese salads their distinctive flavors and colors. This page contains Vietnamese salad recipes.

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Lasagne on plate with broccoli

Instant Pot LasagneI stopped making traditional lasagne once the kids moved out because all the recipes I tried made far too much. This is enough for dinner and to freeze for the future. The noodles cook in the sauce. I am not a fan of no-boil noodles, so this saves a step for me. This makes enough for 6 servings.

finished Napa Cabbage Stir Fry

Napa Cabbage Stir FryOne of my favourite additions to a stir fry is Napa cabbage. It has many ripply folds in the ends of its leaves, which I find awesome for retaining the flavours that you add to your dish. This causes you to use less seasonings, which can be great for your health, and your wallet! I love this dish as it is or with a side of meat.

Tuna Mushroom Puffs on plate

Making Tuna Mushroom PuffsThese savory baked pastries are sure to be a hit at a party or just for a snack. This guide contains information about making tuna mushroom puffs.

Questions

Supplemental Security Income and Child SupportI am a permanently disabled mother of 3 kids. SSI is my only income, plus child support for one of my kids.

Changing the Sensor on a Singer Futura Embroidery MachineI need to change the sensor on my Singer Futura embroidery unit that holds my hoops. Can I take the whole bar off or do just the sensors come off?

Value of a Collectible Memories Musical Porcelain DollI am trying to find the value of a Collectible Memories club, musical collection, genuine porcelain doll, Camille.

Feeding a One Month Old PuppyI have a 1 month old puppy that doesn't want milk anymore and wants to eat my older dog's dry food. I've already tried to mix in some puppy chow with her milk, but she won't take the milk she only wants dry food. What should I do?

Value of a Collectible Memories Porcelain DollI would like to find the value of a Collectible Memories fine bisque porcelain doll. It is a limited collector's edition, Paula Beth. It has a hand crafted face, arms, and legs. She has hand tailored fabric-trimming, accessories, a rocking horse, plus a certificate of authenticity, and display stand included. The doll is pretty old and I want to know its value in order to sell it.

Insert for a Granite Ware PercolatorI am looking for a insert for my Granite Ware percolator, as I had purchased it from an online garage sale. It is used ,and it came without the insert. Where can I buy one in Peoria, IL area? I am looking for one cheap, as I am on a fixed income.

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Setting Rates for Cleaning Services

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Remedies for Pain from Wearing Dentures

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Cleaning Smoke Off Walls

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Hiding Keys - Tips and Tricks

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Restoring the Shine on a Formica Countertop

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Removing Toilet Bowl Stains

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Finding Glider Chair Replacement Cushions

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Finding a Lost Relative

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Removing Rust from Well Water

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Removing White Heat Stains from a Wood Table

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Cleaning Windows (Inside and Outside)

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Living Room Wall Paint Color Advice

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Windshield Washers Not Spraying

E6000 glue, commonly used for gluing glass.

Gluing Glass to Glass

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Homemade Cat Repellents

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Uses for Expired Baking Powder

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Removing Sulfur Smell from a Well Water System

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Cleaning Laminate Flooring

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Identifying Little Black Biting Bugs

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Removing Soot from Walls and Ceiling

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Rodent Odor in Walls and Vents

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Privacy Window Using Contact Paper

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Remedies for Worms in Cats

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Repairing Wind Chimes

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