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Baby Wipe Container Toy Building Blocks
They are also great for keeping toys in when traveling!! Can store hotwheels/crayons/whatever!! And it is easy for little ones to open and close. Makes a nice emergancy kit for the vehicle as well!! These are handy little containers with so many uses!!!

 

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Reusing Baking Soda From the Fridge
I use mine for the garbage disposal---keeps it smelling fresh!! Thanks for the other ideas as well!!!

 

Two goldfinches at a bird feeder.

Goldfinches!
Such a neat picture!! The color is so pretty!!! We dont have any trees in our yard--few shrubs---just wondering on how you attract them?? When we first moved to our place we spotted alot of bluebirds, but havent seen any for awhile. Kind of miss seeing the...

 

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Uses for Pudding Cups?
My son was taking art classes and the art teacher used them for holding paints for the kids to dip in and to keep the paints separate!! So, we would save them for her and take them to class. I bet using them in the sandbox would be fun!! Fill it up with sand...

 

A decopauged box from a calendar.

Decoupaged Box Lid Using Old Calendar...
This is such a neat idea!! Would make a very impressive gift box. I like to save my calendars too, like the pictures too much!! Would be a great project--thanks for sharing!!!

 

Kitty Girl
Very sweet!! She looks very cozy!!! :)

 

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Getting Rid of Mosquitoes
Hey---anything is worth a try!!! We love to sit out, but hate to bother with any sprays since we wont be out very long!! So, Ill give this a try!!! Thanks!!!

 

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Carrying Kleenex in My Purse?
Ive had the same problem in the past!! I do think sandwich bag is a great idea!!! Depending on the size of your purse....I have used things to carry my tissues around when on vacation are: travel soap containers, zip coin purses, smaller makeup bags work great...

 

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Recipes Using Orange Marmalade?
Orange Marmalade isnt one of my favorites, but we get it to use in other recipes and I like it then!!! Funny tho, my almost 3 year old loves it on bread!! Here is a fruit dip recipe that was a big hit at one of our gatherings. Dreamy Orange Cheesecake Dip: 1package...

 

Shadow the Cat
What a neat photo!! Should be on a calendar!!!

 

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Add Eggshells To Houseplants
Ill have to try this!! Never knew what to do with those eggshells!!! And I dont have a green thumb, so I need all the help I can get!!! Thanks!!!

 

BB (Parakeet)
Very sweet!!! They look like fun to have around!! I always love to see how colorful they are!!! And its great to see them full of personality!!! :)

 

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Comic: Clipping Coupons
Our motto is: If we dont have a coupon, we dont get it! That just goes for special items like chips/cookies--things we really dont have to have! But, I do use coupons! And watch what stores have the deals that go with my coupons. I do wish they would come out...

 

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Closet Curtains?
My parents did this to hide their washer/dryer they didnt have any room to put a door!! So, this idea worked for them!! Hope it gives you some good ideas!!! Good luck!!! They did use a tension shower curtain rod to keep the curtain in place---these work great...

 

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Keeping Insoles from Squeaking?
Ive done the powder method myself, but it works just fine with me. I bet if you find some double stick tape---maybe found at a hardware store or craft store, try that!! But, Ill stick with the baby powder---makes my feet feel fresh and absorbs any odors. Good...

 

W.h.i.s.p.e.r. (Persian Cat)

W.h.i.s.p.e.r. (Persian Cat)
Very pretty!!! And I love her smile!!!! :)

 

Patriotic Pups - Barkley and Scruffy
This is such a neat pose!!! Looks like a postcard I would buy on vacation!!!! They look like alot of fun!!! Thanks for sharing!!

 

Mary (Mixed Breed)
that is great that Frankie has such a great playmate!! even pets need friends!! thanks again for sharing such great dogs!!! :)

 

Baby food jars filled with candy as a favor.

"Gerber" Baby Favors for 1st Birthday Party
Very cute!! I have a 1st birthday party on Sunday and lots of baby food jars.....just the idea I needed!!! Thanks!!

 

Frankie (Husky)
What a beautiful dog!!! Thanks for sharing!! He looks like a lot of fun!!!

 

Cat tree with chair seats attached to wall.

Is Your Cat Tree Too Small?
Fabulous idea!!! That is using your noodle to recycle!!! And it looks like the cats are enjoying the view!! ;)

 

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Tang and Vanilla Pudding Fruit Dip?
I dont have a recipe for that one, but Im looking for one myself----just any fruit dip. I went to Allrecipes.com----one of my favorite sites for all types of recipes!! They do have a lot of fruit dip ones, so go visit that site!!

 

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July 4th Activities for a Senior Program?
Pin the Hat on Uncle Sam??? For party ideas, I go to Orientaltrading.com-----I get their catalog and do get ideas for whatever the event may be!! Never know, you may come up with something fun too!!!!

 

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Using Placemats to Protect the Nightstand
I use hand towels---easy to clean and change them for any occasion or style!!

 

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Exercises for Confined Quarters?
I asked my dad about this....he drove truck for 30+ years!! He walked around alot----did laps around the truckstops and whenever he could!! Its amazing what walking can do. But, it doesnt happen overnight!! I would also recommed doing some stretches before...

 

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Exercises for Confined Quarters?
Something I thought about......I know you may not stay in hotel/motels, but you can still sometimes use their pools and gyms---it may be for a small fee, but you can get different workouts that way. Just ask the hotel manager if you can use the pool/gym even...

 

Dragon the Cat

Dragon (Cat)
I love this picture!! Too adorable!! Im not much of a cat person, but this one made me smile!!! Thanks!!! :)

 

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Books on CD from the Library
We started to do this too!!! We have loaded ours onto our Ipod---so we can take it to the gym or during our travels!!! And since I dont care to read while riding in the car, this has been a great idea!!

 

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Storing Jig Saw Puzzles
Ive done this before----mainly since the boxes broke!! But, it makes it easier to store and we have taken them with us on our travels!!! Gives us something to do when camping or in our hotel room---much better family time than watching tv!!!

 

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Local Travel This Summer
We have done the same in the past!! We also take a big cooler for our food----sometimes stop at local grocery store (and dont forget your coupons!!!). We take lots of picnic lunches or share meals from restaunts and eat at the hotels. Its always fun to get...

 

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Keeping Memory Placemats and Coasters
Thats a great idea---my parents (mainly my mom) saved some when they were dating----that would make a neat Anniversary gift for them!! Thanks!!

 

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When Can I Draw From My IRA?
For my IRA account---I have to be 59 1/2 before taking it out----otherwise there is a 10% penalty I would need to pay if taken out sooner!! Just ask the person who handles the account----they are there to help!!!

 

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Where Can I Find Borax in the UK?
Check out this site: www.borax.com click on borax vistors center, and then on worldwide locations----or you can just contact them----maybe they use a different name in the UK. Good luck!!!

 

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Trip to Hawaii at Home
That sounds like a great idea! And so much cheaper!! You should have a Luau----those are so much fun! Here is a website that might give you some fun ideas!!! Aloha! http://www.alohafriendsluau.com

 

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Dog Bowls as Serving Dishes
What a fun party idea!!!

 

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Cleaning Home and Car Windows
My 85+ year old Grandmother does this trick---she swears by it and her windows always look great!!! And its cheaper than Windex and such!!! Thanks for bringing it up!!! :)

 

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Things To Do With Avon Skin So Soft?
My mom sells Avon and the site that Luvyabye listed is true!!! It really does the job!!! I like it for removing bandaids from my little ones!!! It such a great product that has so many different uses!!!

 

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Vacuum Salesman Joke
I have seen this before----but, it still makes me smile---thanks!! :)

 

toilet paper tube binoculars

Safari Binoculars
These are cute!! We camp with little ones and they dont understand how to use our binoculars, so we just might have to try this out for our next outing!! Thanks for the idea!!!

 

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Easter Egg Hunt Ideas?
Depends how much you want to spend!! Im sure just candy wont go over!! Gift cards to favorite places are always sweet.

 

Paper Plate Suncatchers

Paper Plate Suncatchers
this would be a great project for mothers day!! my mom would just love this from her grandson!!

 

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Crescent Bake
Oh so sorry----Yes!! Do unroll the crescent rolls!! A big lump wouldnt be very good!! Thanks for catching the mistake!! This recipe is so quick and easy, we just love it!!! :)

 

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Uses for Empty Babywipe Containers?
I have used these to put travel toys in!! Works great when traveling and its small!! Holds plenty of crayons/markers or just small toys such as hotwheel cars!! And its easy for little ones to get to while traveling And since we go camping----Ive used them for...

 

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Poll: Have you made your own baby food?
I have just started this!! Very easy and handy!! I cook/steam up the veggies then put into a food processor---add some water if needed and there it is!! Been freezing them into ice cube trays. But, my little one would rather have that than the jar foods!! Unless...

 

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Kayaking Tips?
We have kayaks too----love them!! I have only used ours in lakes and ponds. (Mainly state parks in our area) But, for tips---I would search on Google, just type in kayaking tips---there are several helpful sites to check out!! Or try the library or bookstore...

 

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Kayaking Tips?
Thought of an idea----is there a local place that gives tours or lessons?? That is how I got into kayaking and found out we enjoyed it. We just took ours out on Sunday to our state park---it was so nice to get them out!! And so relaxing!! I missed doing it...

 

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Getting Rid of Unwanted Items When You Live In An Apartment?
If the items are in good shape I would do Ebay!! Just be sure to tell a story of the item----sells better when you really have a good describtion and Pictures!!!!!!!

 

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Cleaning the Microwave
I did the cleaning of the microwave using this technique----it worked great! Now the inside is nice and sparkly clean! Thanks for posting this. I will certainly use it again!

 

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Make Your Own Organic Baby Food
Im trying this now, since my little one wants to try everything that we are eating!!!

 

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