Waterproof Mascara Recommendations?What brand of mascara would you recommend for short, thin eye lashes? I would prefer one that is waterproof. With so many on the market it is hard to choose which is best.
Brownie Pan Recommendations?What is the best pan to cook brownies in? I use a small nonstick square 8x8 baking pan by Bakers ($6.99). I buy the small brownie or muffin mix in the pack by Pillsbury. The nonstick surface seem to chip after using them a few times and I have to keep replacing the pan. I don't know if its the pan or the kids not using it properly. Please advise.
Temporary Computer Desk?I need a computer stand but I don't want to buy one because I will be given a nice computer cabinet in a few months. Until then do you have any frugal ideas as to what I can use to sit my desktop computer on in the living room?
Cutting Up a Grapefruit?How do you cut up a grapefruit? I've been peeling them (like you do a orange) and making a mess at work. Any suggestions?
2003 Toyota Corolla is Slow to Start?My car is slow to start up sometimes. I have had the battery, fuel pump and spark plugs checked and all are fine. Any suggestions what might be the problem? This has been going on for 2 weeks. My car is parked in an enclosed garage so it doesn't get very cold. It is a 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Creative Acknowledgments of Coworkers' Birthdays?What type of gift or acknowledgment could we give to our coworkers on their birthdays? I work with a great crew and on the 1st of every month we buy a birthday cake which is for everyone whose birthday is in that month. We have been doing this for years and looking for new and more creative ideas. Any suggestions?
Insurance Coverage for Older Car?I have a 2003 Toyota Corolla that will be paid for by the end of this year. Is it necessary to continue having full coverage auto insurance on it, or is liability sufficient?
Brush to Clean Smelly Outdoor Trash Can?I have to clean my elderly mom's outdoor trash can. It is smelly and has lots of flies, bees and gnats around it. I will need something like a brush with a long handle on it to clean the inside thoroughly. Do you have a better way?
Uses for Chicken Broth?I boiled a family pack of chicken wings for my mother and I have a pot full of tasty chicken broth on hand. What can I do with the broth? Can it be frozen and used later?
Ways to Make Christmas Less Lonely and More Fun?Do you have any ideas on how to celebrate the holidays when you have no family around? It is only me and 2 teenagers and it always seems kind of lonely and boring during the holidays. Any ideas on how to keep busy?
Stopping Calls from Creditors?I am having some financial problems that will be resolved shortly. In the meantime, how do I keep creditors from calling my job? I ask them not to call my job but they continue to call.
Buying a Computer With Bad Credit?I would like to buy a laptop computer for school but I do not have good credit. I have been denied credit with Dell and Hewlett Packard. I was wondering is it easier to get a credit card through Walmart or Office Depot? Do you have any suggestions?
Recipe For Creamy Macaroni And Cheese?Looking for an easy no-fail creamy macaroni and cheese recipe. The one I have is ok just not as creamy as I would like. Will you share yours?
Yukon Vs. White Potatoes?Is there a difference between Yukon and regular white potatoes? I baked a whole white potato and it seemed like it took forever to cook. I wasn't sure if I bought the wrong kind. Please advise.
Book Light Alternatives?Does anyone have any suggestions as to what I could use in place of a book light. I like reading at night with a book night light that attaches to the book so I won't disturb my hubby. However, the replacement bulbs are hard to find and I always end up buying another book light.
Washing Your Back?Any advice on the best way to wash your own back while showering? No spouse at this time.
Losing a Money Order?My friend has closed her checking account and she uses money orders to pay her bills. She hates waiting to see of a check/debit has cleared. If you buy a money order from the post office and lose it, is it easy to track? Will the post office reimburse you promptly?
Buying Oven Guards?What can I use to catch crumbs and spills between the countertop and stove? I heard oven guards work great, but where can I purchase one from?
Stainless Steel Vs. Plastic Trash Cans?Do you prefer a stainless steel trash can or plastic? I purchased a stainless steel trash can ($60) and I love it. However, I find it hard to clean the inside of the can around the lid between the crevices. I have the kind that you step on and the lid rise.
Substitute for a Baster?Does anyone have a substitute for using a basting syringe? I am not sure what's the proper name but its similar to a large eye dropper and is used for squeezing juice over meat while baking.
Storing Large Kitchen Utensils?Where do you store your kitchen utensils like your large cooking spoons and forks, spatulas, potato masher, can openers, turkey baster, etc.? I have a small kitchen and would like to store them somewhere other than the wall and counter.
Keeping Hot Wings Crispy?How do you keep your hot wings crisp and not soft after you put the sauce on it?
Tips Putting Up Wallpaper Around Power Sockets?I decided to use contact wall paper behind my stove for a backsplash. It is a small area but I have 3 electrical sockets. I have never put up wallpaper before and would like tips on how to put the wallpaper around the sockets. Thanks.
Meatloaf for Kids?Does anyone have an easy meatloaf recipe that kids love? My kid does not like onions and bell peppers or anything thats crunchy in their meatloaf.
How To Organize Printed Tips?I used to save all of my tips from this website on my computer. My computer crashed and I lost all my data.
Tightening Eyeglasses?How can I tighten my eyeglasses? They keep sliding down my nose and I have to keep going to the Optical Center to get them tightened up. Is there a kit or something similar I can buy to do this?
Storing Oil After Frying Food?What do you keep your oil in after deep frying chicken? I deep fry in a heavy cast iron dutch oven. After I am finished and the oil is cool I transfer the oil to an empty clean milk jug for keeps. However, trying to lift and hold a heavy cast iron dutch oven while pouring the oil out is beginning to hurt my arms and hands. I didn't know if it was okay to just leave the oil in the dutch oven. Do you have a better way of deep frying and storing the oil?
Spoon Rest Ideas?What do you use for a spoon rest when you are cooking? I usually just tear a piece of aluminum foil. Any better suggestions?
Using Eyebrow Stencils?After you color in your eyebrows using stencils do you tweeze the remaining? And how do you know which stencils match your face?
Sports Bras for Everyday Wear?Ladies, do you think bras with wire are better than the sport bras? I thought sport bras were for wearing when you are exercising, but a saleslady told me sport bras are becoming more popular for everyday wear.
Decorating My Entrance With Planters?I would like to decorate my front door entrance on the outside. I live in a small rental house and I was thinking about buying a large planter/pot and putting a few flowers i.e. geraniums in them. I might put a planter on each side of the door.
Loose or Compact Face Powder?Do you prefer loose face powder or compact face powder for touch ups during the day?
Protecting Carpet From Food Spills?My sister just moved into an apartment and the breakfast room has carpet on the floor. What type of covering could she use to protect it from spills and stains? A large throw rug would probably be too expensive.
Difference Between Minute Rice and Other Brands?What is the difference between Minute Rice and regular rice in the bag like Mahatma or Watermaid?
Applying BBQ Sauce To Chicken?How do you apply BBQ sauce to your chicken? When I bake chicken I apply BBQ sauce 15 mins before its done. However, when I apply it on one said and try to turn it over the chicken sticks to the pan and some of the meat comes off the bone.
Looking for Recipes for Baked Chicken?Does anyone have a delicious recipe for baked chicken? I am trying to force myself to eat baked chicken for health reasons but I can't seem to find the right seasoning to give it a good flavor. I use salt, pepper, and garlic powder on chicken parts, cover with foil and bake for 30-40 mins. Do you have a better way of preparing it?
Substitute for Cast Iron Skillets?What is a substitute for cast iron skillets? They are just too heavy and hard to keep seasoned for everyday use.
Dollar Store Freezer Bags vs the Name Brand?I am thinking about trying to save time in the kitchen by cooking 2 or 3 meals at a time and freezing them for later in the week. What is the best thing to freeze spaghetti in? Should I invest in the expensive freezer bags or can I use the freezer bags at the Dollar store?
Budget Software Reviews?What is the best and easiest budget software to use? I am looking for something very simple and easy.
Mattress is Sinking in the Middle?My mattress is sinking a little in the middle and I don't have money at this time to buy another one. I heard that the egg crate pillow topper will assist and make sleeping on the mattress more comfortable. Is this true? Please share your advice. Thanks.
Temporary Shelves Using Cinder Blocks?Is there such a thing as removable or temporary shelves? I live in a apt that has only 2 shelves per small closet. I heard you can make temporary shelves out of cinder blocks, I have not idea how to do this.
Looking For An Alternative To Palm Pilot?My hand held Palm (Tungsten E2) died on me yesterday and I lost all my data. I went to purchase another one and everyone keeps saying the hand held palms are being discontinued. However, they are still $200 and I do not want to spend this much on an item that is being discontinued.
Beans Without Gas?Which beans do you think are less gassy or do not give that tight bloated feeling? Black beans or navy beans?
Cleaning a Garage Floor?What is the best way to clean a garage floor and get rid of odors? I just moved into a rental house and the garage floor has a lot of oil spots on it and I think they keep their pets in the garage also.
Saving Money to Buy an Expensive Item?How can I save up money for a small project? I want to buy a treadmill for $700. I will be taking out $100 every time I get paid for this project. Where can I save/store the money until I get $700? I do not use credit cards and I like paying for things cash. Is the green dot prepaid debit card something I could use?
Checkbook Didn't Come With a Duplicate Flap?I bought a checkbook wallet and it does not have a duplicate flap. You know the little plastic flap that goes between the duplicate checks so that when you are writing a check, the writing wont go thru to the next check.
Covers for Baby Wipe Containers?Where can I order those covers used to cover baby wipe containers. I have Clorox Disinfectant wipes in each bathroom and I would like to cover the outside?
Covering Up Clorox Stains On Carpet?How can I remove/hide Clorox stains on carpet? I have a small Clorox stain on my carpet near the washer and I heard that there is some type of dye or spray that is available to cover it up. Has anyone heard this?
Preventing Having to Warm Up Your Car?An elderly man told me there was something you could buy to put in your car to prevent you from having to warm it up in the morning during the winter months. He said you could buy it from any auto store but I can't remember what the name of it was. Can anyone advise?
Cooking Pancakes?How do you brown your pancakes? I cook mine in a nonstick Farberware skillet with one tablespoon of vegetable oil but I can't seem to get it to brown on both sides.
Property Tax Lien on Foreclosed Home?I lost a house to foreclosure in 2005. There were property taxes owed on the house at the time of foreclosure. The house has been purchased by new homeowners now. I don't think they are renting.
Keeping Fried Chicken Crisp?Please tell me how to keep fried chicken crisp. When I take fried chicken to work for lunch in my tupperware bowl and lid it gets real soft. I hate soft fried chicken.
Substitutions for Canned Tomatoes?What can I use to substitute canned tomatoes when making things like beef stew, gumbo, or spaghetti? My kids do not like tomatoes and I was wondering can I just substitute with canned tomato sauce?
Drying Lettuce?What can I use to dry my lettuce besides a salad spinner? Salad spinners take up a lot of space and I have a very small kitchen and refrigerator.
Packing a Lunch Without a Soggy Sandwich?When preparing a turkey sandwich for lunch what could I store the mayo and tomatoes in? If I put the mayo and tomatoes on the sandwich in the a.m. it is usually soggy and wet by lunch time. Any suggestions?
Problems Opening Thriftyfun Website?I have been having problems for a while now on this website. My computer keeps freezing up. When I type www.thriftyfun in my address bar the only thing comes up is the title or top portion of the home page. The "refresh" key helps sometimes.
Repairing a Vinyl Floor?I have a small tear on my vinyl floor in the kitchen. Any ideas on how I can repair it?
Cooking Beef Liver?Why does beef liver have gristle (tough chewy areas) in it? Is calf liver more tender and better for frying?
Making a Courthouse Wedding Special?My fiancee and I have decided to go to the courthouse (or maybe our pastor's chambers) to be married. Is there any thing we can do to make this kind of special? We don't have much money.
Removing Cooking Oil From Wall?Sometimes when I cook oil splashes on the wall and I've been trying to paint over the oil spots. However, when I paint over the spots after a few hours you can see the oil spots again. Please tell me what I am doing wrong. I thought about putting up wallpaper in that area but I have 3 electrical sockets in the way. It is a small area only 5 inches wide and about 48 inches long.
Decorating a Powder Room?I am presently in a dilemma. I am redecorating a powder room. The countertop is a wedgewood blue with green flecks, the fixtures are white, the flooring is wedgewood blue flowers with green leaves on a almond background. What possible colors would you suggest for the walls?
Food Sticking to Stainless Steel Skillet?I brought a 10' stainless steel skillet from Bed, Bath and Beyond for $25.99. Does anyone know why it sticks while I am frying in it? There's more batter stuck in the pan than on the fish when I'm done. Please help.
Using a Computer in My Living Room?I would like to set up my computer in my living room because of limited space. However, my living room is decorated in traditional/elegance style. Do you think it will look tacky with all the cords hanging down?
Alternatives to Plastic Water Bottles?I hear that plastic bottles are not safe if you use them over and over again as a water bottle. If this is so, then what type of bottle would be best for drinking water out of throughout the day?
Broiling Food in the Oven?Can I use any type of pan to broil food in or do I have to use the broiler pan that came with the stove? The broiler pan that came with the stove seems so hard to clean. Any advice?
Speech Ideas for Receiving an Award at Work?I will be receiving an award at work soon and would like to express my thanks to my coworkers. I am very shy and would like to know what to say after receiving the award. I am looking for something quick and short. I read in a book that the 2 words "thank you" is really all that is needed. Can you advise?
Making Toast Without a Toaster?I do not own a toaster and was wondering can you toast bread in the oven?
