Pool Theme Birthday Cake?
When FamilyFun reader Gail Fourniers son, Scott, turned seven, she was hot on throwing a poolside bash. The coolest part of the party was the cake, modeled after the above-ground pool in their backyard in New Hampshire. Make this cake and we guarantee your...
Name Ideas For Cocker Spaniel?
We have gotten a start on the name it will be Lacey, but as a registered cocker spaniel, she will need an official title to go on her paper work. They give me 36 spaces but have to leave a space between each name.
The Library Is A Frugal Way To Beat The Heat
even better yet...go to your local mall you not only get the comfort of cool air but the exercise from walking around all the shops and get to see all the great items the shops carry. and most of the them have chairs or sofas to lounge on if you get tired
Frugal Christmas Gift Ideas?
why not go to the dollar store and put together some gift baskets some of the ideas listed before would make some great fillers. how about pre-made mixes in a jar? or spoons (plastic) dipped into chocolate or pretzels dipped into chocolate.I definatley love...
Quilted Album Cover
I have always wanted to know how to make these. thank you so much for posting this and the directions. I hope to find time one day to make a few. may be a Christmas gift ?hmmm.....
Baby Cradle Purse
I havent seen these in ages. since I was a little girl and that was many,many years ago
Craft Foam Purses
Sandy I have watched you post several of your wonderful crafts over time and I have to say this one is by far one of the cutest !! thank you for sharing all of your wonderful ideas with us.
Tater Tot Hot Dish
RE: Tater Tot Casserole Post By sewcute (Guest Post) (03/27/2007) I make it like this: brown 1lb ground beef with 1sm onion fine diced. Drain. Place in bottom of casserole dish. Mix 2 cans cream of potatoe soup with 1/2c milk and 1t worcester. Spread over meat...
Dealing With An Aging Pet?
1(80 mg) childrens aspirin per every 10-15 pounds is what our vet suggested. It really helps. Unfortunately our precious Alex passed away 2 months ago from heart failure. She was just 2 months shy of being 11. We still miss her.
Planning a Baby Shower?
I dont think it matters if you are the mom, mother in law or a friend. It is a great idea.
Cooking Thrifty Meals For Two?
Take a can (or 2) of beef stew place in either a 8x8 or 9x13 pan top with biscuits. bake at temp as directed on package until biscuits are brown (about 350-400* 10-12 minutes) I shop aldis allot too.try having breakfast for supper. Maybe eggs, meat, hash browns...
Happy Flower Face Magnets
this is so cute !!! it would make a wonderful craft to make for bible school,mothers day etc... thanks so much for sharing it
Getting a Mohawk to Stand Up?
nothing to do with your post but just had to tell you I have a daughter whose name is Karissa it is unusual to see this name let alone the same spelling
Healthy Easter Baskets?
my grandsons are 1 and 18 months. I bought the 100 calorie snack packs that had cheese its, and 2 different cookies in it. also bought snack size baggies and filled them with cheerios and cheese curls
Cup and Saucer Candle Holder
what a clever idea. I have made candles in cups but never thought to use one like this to set my candles on thank you so much for this idea
Recycling Crayons
a previous post on thriftyfun.... Heat oven to 250 degrees F. Fill each mold with assorted colors of crayon pieces (paper removed) and bake until the crayons melt, about 10 to 15 minutes. (Tip: Place a sheet pan under the crayons to catch any drips). Once theyre...
Fire Department Symbol With Perler Beads
what an adorable idea. you did a great job making this. I love it
Doberman Has Itchy, Flaky Skin?
there was a note on a site I went to last night that said animals that have this problem and ear infections,allergies..etc it is a result of the dry dog food and they should eat more of a raw diet like veggies and fruit and a little bit of raw meat (like a...
Easy Tea Tray
such a clever idea and so inexpensive. I think I would like to make some as gifts. thank you for sharing this
Half The Meat in Hamburger Helper for Kids and Friends
at our aldis ground turkey is only .89 for a 1 lb roll and much healthier
ThriftyFun Through the Years
I dont know what I would do without this site. I have learned so much. Thank you for all the hard work you do.
Dish Dollies
I love this. I have always wanted to have something on my dish soap bottle but I dont sew . Now I have a simple and easy design to make and will no longer hide my bottle under the sink.thank you so much
How I Save Money By Keeping a Clean House
I wish I had your energy, this made me tired just reading it.(lol)seriously you are a great inspiration
How I Save Money By Keeping a Clean House
kelli...I dont always make top quality meals for my family does this mean I cant afford to have children or a husband ?
Scrubbing Bubbles® Automatic Shower Cleaner Reviews?
i have one and love it. i dont buy the refills. i just took the lid off and added 3 tbs liquid jetdry(for dishwashers) and filled the rest of the container with water. this works really well and is a lot cheaper
Santa's Buttons
I like this. I was needing a quick simple cookie to put into my gift basket and now I have one
Empty Formula Cans For Holding Gifts
this is so awesome. my grandson is on formula and I plan on making a few of these. thanks for the wonderful idea and just in time for christmas too
Christmas Candy Decorations
very cool. I love them. and they are so simple to make.thanks for another great idea
Free Label Printing Program?
http://www.mintprintables.com/stationary/reminders/ http://www.kitchenmixgifts.com/ http://www.landolakes.com/promotions/Free-Gift-Giving-Labels.cfm http://www.alenkasprintables.com/recipe_card_maker.shtml http://organizedchristmas.com/free-printable-forms...
Saving Money on Wrapping Paper
this is not a savings tip but however i did want to post something I seen on hgtv.com they had taken a photo and copied it a few times on wordpad (or you could even send it as a copy to your own email) then they printed it out on their printer and took it to...
Bright White Walls with Red Accents?
I like what youve done , what I would do would be to add accents like pictures of apples or maybe pictures of flowers in various colors,hand towels hanging on the oven door.cookie jar on the counter etc...would tone down to red and contrast to the white walls
Count Down to Santa
here is a nice site for all to enjoy http://mysite.verizon.net/vze201j5/countdown.htm
Measuring Cup Gift for Christmas
how about adding a jar mix(place the mix in a baggy) and add a wooden spoon to it
Using Listerine For Toe Fungus?
my dr. says the vicks does work but it will take time for it to go away.
Drive With Enough Room for the Car in Front of You
I wish more people would do this. it is very annoying to have someone right on your bumper and if I move forward a little to get them off of me they move forward too
Making Homemade Glue?
Ingredients: 1 quart skim milk 3/4 Tbsp. baking soda 1 Tbsp. white vinegar 10 oz. water Directions: Place milk and vinegar in a double boiler. Cook on low heat and stir as curds form. Drain off liquid. Wash remaining mass with water until the vinegar smell...
Fish Bowl Snowman
sandy has submitted many adoable crafts.I always look forward to seeing what she has made next
Washer/Dryer Combos?
they still make them. we have one. it is a splendide 2000 we have had it for awhile and I love it
