Online CNA Course?
As a former CNA, let me say that this is probablly not the best idea. There are a lot of things that you need to know in order to be a CNA that you cant learn online or in books -- you have to do them hands on. Most states require some amount of clinicals. Check...
Bleach Bottle Piggy
We did these in Girl Scouts when I was little, and they were really cute! Then when I had kids, a friend of my Moms did a similar project with empty glass jugs from cider or vinegar. The hole was in the metal lid on the snout of the pig, and she cut cute little...
Leave Your Camera Case at Home
Great idea! My Dad had a camera case once that actually reminded me of one of these lunch boxes, and I still never thought of using one of those for a case. Thrifty and clever! Thanks!
Wilted Lettuce
This was one of my favorite foods when I was little! We used version II and any type of leaf lettuce, this works better and tastes better than if it is done with head lettuce, such as iceburg lettuce. Also, the sugar can be left out or reduced if you like, its...
Tips To Search For Birth Father?
You used to be able to write to the DMV in the state that you suspect they live in and request their driving record. The more information that you have, the better. Include as much as you can (full name, birthdate -- or aproximate birth date.) For a small fee...
Replacement Filter for My Coffee Maker?
You might could find the activated charcoal in pet supply stores, where it is used in aquariums.
Baby Shower for Mother with Nightmare Before Christmas Themed Nursery?
Im suprised that my daughter didnt pick this theme for my grandaughters nursery -- she adores that movie, and is, as this young woman, definately a unique individual. If you check out the store, catalog, and/or website Hot Topic, they actually have a lot of...
Finding Playground Equipment?
KMart and WalMart have a lot of great swingsets. KMart even has a really neat one this year that has a mini trampoline attached. You can probablly see it at KMart.com, and also KMart still has Lay-Away, making it a bit easier to handle large purchases.
Non-Traditional Wedding Shower?
You could also do a Battle of The Sexes type game. You could either play as teams (all the gals against all the guys) or individuals (still gals vs. guys, but elimantaions as you go along). Ask the ladies questions that fall into the traditionally male realm...
Saving Money On Bread
Bread outlets are wonderful! You can get not only bread, but cakes, cookies, cereals, jams, freezer pops, cereal bars -- all kinds of stuff. And a lot of people have the misconception that the bread at the outlet store is day old when it gets there -- not the...
Baked Onions
Sounds delicious, but Im not sure exactkt what you mean by flat onions. Do you simply mean regular onions that have a flat side rather than being rounded? Or is it more like a green onion or the big green onions sold in latin food stores, or what? Thanks.
Savory Carrots
Yummm!!! We called the Copper Pennies, but they are one of my favorites -- theyre best if you let them sit in the fridge overnight before you eat them, then the flavors really get into the carrots.
Get Sale Calendars For The Pictures
The sad thing is that a lot of retail stores actually throw the old calendars away. Its not always the choice of the store though. The retail store where I work actually gets called by the supplier telling them to throw them away. I asked if there wasnt a way...
Anti-Static Washing Machine Balls?
I saw them recently in a catalog. I think it was Lillian Vernon maybe, and recently our local Roses store had some.
Hair Ideas for Girls That Play Sports?
I agree that it is a personel choice, and at 15, it is more the childs choice than mom and dads. Short hair is convenient when playing sports, and there are plenty of styles out there that can be really attractive both on the field/court and off. But, if a...
Cleaning Wooden Deck Cracks?
You might need to buy or rent an actual power washer to get them clean. Also, there is a product called OxiOut Algae and Mold Remover that can be applied with a sprayer or a brush. I know that Improvements catalog carries it for $17.99 for a 64oz bottle of...
Losing a Bedroom When Renovating?
It depends on how big that room is. You mention the size of the bathroom, but not the bedroom. On the home improvement shows, it seems that the additional bedroom is usually a good selling point, but only if it is big enough to be a true bedroom. But, as others...
Should I Get A Mohawk?
Its a personal choice. If you want to wear a mohawk, do it if you feel that it will be what you want. The only thing that you would have to worry about at all is if it might affect you in getting/keeping a job, or getting/staying in school.
Write "Magic" Messages on Eggs
A way to have messages show up on your eggs without worrying about posioning anyone (although its not totally secret) is simply to write messages on the hard-boiled eggs with crayons before you dye them. The dye will not stick to the crayon. My kids always...
Hanging Cafe Curtains With Clip Rings?
Also, depending on the size of your windows, you can use pretty towels or dishtowels and use the clip hooks. I have a small window in my kitchen, and used cute dishtowels as curtains; Ive received lots of compliments on them.
Fixing Up An Old Rental Trailer?
Just make sure that you have your windows and doors open while you are painting -- ventilation is important! Also, Spring Lake is an expensive area, being right there at a military base (Ft. Bragg) is there any chance of your moving to another area that might...
Champagne Flute Wedding Favors?
You can get some beautiful bon-bon candies wrapped in gold foil at WalMart, fill the flutes with these, then go to the sewing notions department and buy the smallest size of fabric rosebuds in the wedding colors and sprinkle them amongst the candies, also purchase...
Appraising Inherited Rings?
Another option is if you have a reputable pawn shop in your area, these folks can usually give you a pretty good idea of what your jewelry is worth, and often wont charge anything, in the hopes that you will bring them return business. If not, they should know...
Waves Near San Simeon, CA
What a beautiful, awe-insppiring picture. It almost looks like the rock sign, or the I Love You sign in sign language.
Tips For Getting The Perfect Bridal Gown, Cheap!
Ive said it before on this form, and Ill say it once again - check out the J.C. Pennys Bridal Catalog. My beautiful dress came from there for only $300! I had a heart shaped train and it was perfect! They did alterations at the store after it came in, dont...
Add A Clickable Link To Your Yahoo Messenger
This is a cool idea, I never knew that you could do that. Makes sense now that I know, but just one of those things that you never think of.
Meals That Can Be Prepared in Advance?
Kraft had a list a few years back for things that you added to prepared Mac & Cheese, making lots of different things. For example, you add a drained can of Tuna in water and half a can of peas and carrots along with a little italian seasoning. Or you add about...
Black Light Dance Ideas?
Anything white; especially white cotton will glow beautifully in the black light. Day-glo colors work well also -- such as neon green, fluorescent yellow, and so on. What a cool idea for a party -- have fun!
Wedding Reception For Under $1000?
I had a beautiful wedding. I purchased an absolutely gorgeus dress from the JC Pennys bridal catalog for only about $300 and the veil was about $50. We married in my parents backyard, renting chairs from the local funeral home. As for the reception. We had...
Is It Legal for the Owner to Keep 10 Percent of My Tips?
When I was a waitress, ALL tips went into a mutual tip bucket, and were split evenly at the end of the shift with all waitresses AND the cook. I never thought that that was quite fair, as the cook made more than we did to begin with. But, it was just the way...
Birthday Goody Bags for 35-40 Kids?
Look at the dollar tree,and dont just rely on the packages of party favors, go to the toys and sometimes you may find multi packs of different items. Maybe a pack with 20 high bounce balls for example. Glow jewelry make good favors, and since youre going with...
Kids Choice Awards Sleepover Party?
There were ideas for hosting oscar parties in most major magazines recently. Why not check those out? Im sure that a lot of these ideas could be adapted to the Kids Choice Awards. But dont forget the slime -- since its a Nickelodeon event, there will be plenty...
Removing Smoke Smell from Apartment?
Febreeze, Febreeze, Febreeze! (or the generic equivalent) Put that on the carpets, curtains walls, etc. Keep doing it, several times a day if possible. Also use Renuzit Super Odor Neutralizer Fine Mist Spray for the air and can also be used for fabrics & carpets...
Cup and Saucer Candle Holder
What a fabulous idea! These are really cute, Im sure that they make great gifts and I bet they would sell well at crafts fairs and such. They would be a cute fundraiser for your childs school too.
Laundry Products for Sensitive Skin?
I work at the local KMart store, and we carry this product. I dont know if you have KMart stores where you live, but if you do, its worth a check.
Sites Similar to Thriftyfun?
What I did (and how I found thriftyfun!) is go on google, or another search engine and search for thrifty, Frugal and other related words. Some of the best I came across (besides thriftyfun and dollar stretcher) are: livingonadime.com frugalhomemaker.com frugalfamily...
Craft Ideas Using Crib Bumper Pads?
The way you have them stretched out in the picture gave me a cute idea, especially if your nursery is upstairs. You could cut them into sections and sew the ends shut and fasten them to the base of each stair. My stairs are very plain loooking, I think Im going...
Scent Your Tabletop Fountain
Great idea! And I love your comment about regretting never getting a chemistry set -- me to! I begged for one from the sears catalog every christmas from the time I was 4 til I was 13, but I guess Mama and Daddy were smarter than me, cause our house never got...
Eye Color Changes in Certain Lighting?
Sounds like just hazel type eyes. Not unusual for eyse to change. My sons eyes can look blue, gray, green, or brown depending on what hes wearing and the lighting. Just go with it and enjoy!
Helping a Hurt Back?
The old stand-bys are still some of the best. REST! Warm baths. Alternate ice and heat -- those self-heating pain patches are wonderful. And take naproxen (alleve) or ibuprofen, because they have anti-inflamatory as well as pain relief properties. Personally...
Advice for a Dealing with Fiance's Family?
Stress in planning a wedding goes without saying. And advice is just that, advice; it can be taken or left alone. Your daughter has her choices, and ultimately it is HER day. But she should try to incorporate some of their ideas and suggestions where she can...
Anti-aging Moisturizers?
I used to work in a nursing home as a CNA, and one of my patients was 95 years young, and every night she washed her face with Dove bar soap and used plain old vaseline in a thin layer to moisturize her face. She was the sweetest soul, and had less wrinkles...
Expandable Peg Rack for Organization
My Mom hung a large one of these in my room when I was a little girl, she used it to hang a lot of my toys. Jumpropes, dress up pocketbooks, my clomper stompers, hats ... lots of great stuff. Brings back lots of memories. bailegirl in NC
Ironing Ribbons
An addition to the curling iron post. All that you have to do is to open the clip on your pre-heated curling iron, insert one end of the ribbon and pull it through. If its not badly wrinkled, you only have to do it once. But if once doesnt do the trick, simply...
