Donating Single Shoe Samples?
This one seems to be most often mentioned: http://www.oddshoe.org/ or check here: http://www.amputee-coalition.org/fact_sheets/oddshoe.html
Buying Lemon Tang?
Here is the product locator page but I do not see the Lemon variety even listed as an option: http://productlocator.kraftfoods.com/kraftfoods/productlocator.htm http://www.kraftrecipes.com/products/productinfosearchresults.aspx?catalogtype=1&brandid=108&searchtext...
Making Pyramage Cards?
Interesting...I have never heard of Pyramage before. http://www.card-making-magic.com/pyramagecards.html http://minty-magic.blogspot.com/2007/11/pyramage-card.html example of inverted pyramage: http://www.trimcraft.co.uk/projectinfo.php?pid=57291
Buying Bar Keeper's Friend?
http://www.barkeepersfriend.com/states/massachusetts.htm It lists: Hannaford Price Chopper Shaws Target Walmart Williams-Sonoma
Organizing Bookmarks in Firefox?
When organizing my FF bookmarks I find it easier to go to the top bar where it says: File- Edit - View - History...the next one is Bookmarks. Click that, then click Organize Bookmarks. (Easier way to do is hold down: Ctrl+Shift+B) A separate window pops up...
No Yeast Pizza Crust?
I had this one bookmarked to try: http://busycooks.about.com/od/pizzarecipes/r/crazycrust.htm My mom once made a crust similar to the one below for a mexican pizza with bisquick mix and cornmeal that was very good: http://www.cooks.com/rec/doc/0,1649,147160...
Substituting Bisquick for Jiffy Biscuit Mix?
A box of Jiffy Biscuit Mix (not Jiffy Baking mix) is 8 oz by weight or 2 cups by measure. Bisquick is basically flour, oil, leavening, sugar, salt. Jiffy Biscuit Mix is flour, shortening, leavening, sugar, salt and buttermilk. So the final product with the...
Buying Christmas Lights Offseason?
Craft stores sell the small lights all year long. I am not sure if they sell the Christmas colors all year though. Also party stores or any store with a yard department (Lowes, Target, etc) sell them esp in the early summer for outdoor parties and the like...
Buying One Gallon Glass Bottles for Water?
I dont know how many you want to purchase but I wanted a glass bottle for filtered water in the fridge so I bought milk at the grocery store that comes in glass bottles (half gallon and also smaller sizes) and used them after the milk was gone. You have to...
Knit or Crochet Cap Pattern for Breast Cancer Patient?
http://www.headhuggers.org/patterns/patterns.htm Number 18 under crochet shows a scarf woven through. #12 also appears to have hole that may work to weave a scarf. You might also look at the bottom of the page in the LINKS section for others. The ideas on these...
Making Small Pieces of Chalk Useful?
Good for you for recycling things! This article tells how to smash it, mix with water and reform to make bigger more usable pcs of chalk. You might also be able to put them in some kind of mold or recycle a yogurt cup or something to make more of a molded shape...
Converting Two Pounds of Potatoes to Cups?
This site says one pound of potatoes is approx 2 cups cooked/mashed. So 2 pounds of spuds would be 4 cups. Use that as a starting point. I would think most potato recipes would be somewhat forgiving, not like baking cakes, etc. where exact measurements count...
Storing and Using Garlic In Oil?
Is is UNsafe to do so as it is a breeding ground for botulism which can not be seen or tasted so you wouldnt know until it was too late. Best to stick with commercial preparations if you go that route and follow the storage instructions on their bottle. http...
Converting Two Pounds of Potatoes to Cups?
This one differs a bit: > How many potatoes are in a pound? Three medium potatoes equal about 1 pound. ONE pound of potatoes will yield 3 cups peeled & sliced; 2 1/4 cups peeled and diced; 2 cups mashed; or 2 cups of french fries. SOURCE: http://www.ncagr.gov...
Craft Ideas Using Dominoes?
I have seen a lot of variations on this: http://www.theenchantedgallery.com/dominoes.html made into pendants or pins or ornaments. If you arent into stamping you could probably either paint them with scenes or decoupage pics on them. or a bracelet: http://tinyurl...
Boiled Roly Poly Pudding Recipe?
I had no idea what a Roly Poly was until I looked it up. This recipe looked the most informative but I am not including the source link as my antivirus detected a threat on the page. Here is the text from google cache: ---Roly-poly Puddings --- The same basic...
Candy With Gum Drop or Turkish Delight Like Centers?
I am not sure this is what you are thinking of but it is the first thing that came to mind. (I am not familiar with what a Turkish Delight is.) Around here the chocolate stores call them Orange Pectin Bars but across the web it looks like they are often called...
Recipes Using Coffee Mate Creamers?
There are quite a few on the CoffeeMate site: http://www.coffee-mate.com/Recipes.aspx
Installing a Tip Out Sink Tray?
The instructions might come with the tip out trays you buy for it but here is a site with some instructions. http://www.getsheila.com/getsheila/2009/01/how-to-install-a-sink-tip-out-tray.html
Splenda Doesn't Dissolve in Cold Water?
I dont use artificial sweeteners and dont know what you are making with the splenda (beverage?) but I would try dissolving the splenda in a small amount of warm to hot water first and then adding that to the rest of the cool water, or adding the splenda to...
Preserving Pinecones?
This article suggests spraying with clear acrylic spray, polyurethane or spray varnish. http://tipnut.com/how-to-prepare-preserve-pinecones/ http://www.wikihow.com/Preserve-Pinecones
Using Canned Lima Beans?
I am not a big fan of lima beans but I do like them in Calico Beans: http://southernfood.about.com/od/crockpotbeans/r/bl26c10.htm Sometimes we make it with pepperoni instead of the bacon and we usually make it with half the amount of ground beef (sometimes...
Using Canned Lima Beans?
I was looking up another recipe and found this one. Never heard of Bean Dip being made with Limas before. http://www.naturaldirections.com/recipes/action-cat1/id-1
Determining the Date a Site Was Established Using Java Code?
I just know of the last updated one. You could look on sites like http://www.whois.net/ but it would really only tell you how long they have had their domain. Or try looking at the Wayback Machine http://www.archive.org/ to see how far back their archives go...
Ideas For Heart Shaped Foods?
With a heart shaped cookie cutter you could do just about anything. If you dont have one make a heart template out of the back of a cereal box and use it to trace around. You can cut bread, cake slices, brownies, heart shaped rice krispie treats, soft cookies...
On-line Shopping Security?
You might check out the info at this article: http://www.wisebread.com/dealista-tip-how-to-shop-online-safely
Knitted Slippers for Children?
Ive gotten several from this site: http://www.knittingpatterncentral.com/directory/slippers.php Here are some others: http://www.bevscountrycottage.com/kids.html#slippers http://www.knittingonthenet.com/kidssocks.htm
Finding Jiffy Cake Mixes?
Their website has a product locator, just put in your zip code. They list the cake mixes they have: white - golden yellow - devils food. http://productlocator.infores.com/productlocator/resources/9/KEGP/keg.pli?client=CHML Or try contacting them on their toll...
Prepackaged Sweet Roll Icing Recipe?
Sorry it isnt a recipe but one grocery store bakery here sells decent cinnamon rolls but the frosting is to die for. My mom asked them about it once and it was a blend of buttercream icing and cream cheese frosting. And I dont like cream cheese frosting usually...
Alternative to Internet Explorer?
There has been a lot of people switching from IE lately. I use Firefox and love it. I dabbled with Google Chrome when it first came out but found it confusing switching back and forth trying each one out so I stayed with FF. Google Chrome is getting better...
Sharpenable Vs. Automatic Eyebrow Pencils?
I too prefer the types that use a sharpener. The automatic ones just dont get as sharp or stay sharp for me and dont seem to last as long. They are also more expensive usually.
Name of The Song from the Movie "This Christmas"?
What 047rodriv said. :-) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nm5MbsDyg4s
Aunt Nellie's Old Style Sauce?
I have never had it so I dont know how close this recipe is: - Ingredients: 1/2 cup good quality mayonnaise 2 tablespoons horseradish sauce 2 teaspoons good quality ketchup 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano Dash black pepper...
Potholder Towel Toppers?
Here are a couple tutorials: http://treyandlucy.blogspot.com/2009/12/hanging-dishtowel.html http://dollarstorecrafts.com/2009/12/pot-holder-dish-towel/ http://corinnaquilts.blogspot.com/2008/10/kitchen-towel-tutorial.html
Getting Coupons for Products You Buy Regularly?
There are many coupon databases around to easily check where to find coupons for a certain product. http://www.google.com/search?q=Coupon+Database I usually use the one at a Full Cup but you need to register first to use it. http://www.afullcup.com/coupons...
Cake Mix Dinner Rolls Recipe?
Interesting...never heard of such a thing. @jeangail: thanks for that website link. I found many good ones there.
Uses for Old Shampoo and Conditioner?
Ditto on the shampoo suggestions below. If you have a pump from a store bought hand soap that is a foaming hand soap and then fill it with only an inch or so of shampoo and then add water it works great and last forever. I have also used older shampoo with...
Fumigating Musty Books?
You might try some of the suggestions in the links below. Be sure to test on a less important book if some of your books are antique/sentimental etc. http://www.ehow.com/how_5825307_smell-out-used-books.html http://forum.biblio.com/index.php?topic=422.0 http...
Shampoo Bottles Corroding Fiberglass Tub?
You might check the cleaning info here: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf000735.tip.html If it is only where you keep your shampoo bottles then I would get one of those shower organizers that hang over your shower head or bar to keep your bottles off of the tub...
Bisquick Banana Bread Recipe?
From the Bisquick site: http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes.aspx/banana-nut-bread/987a8437-68af-4434-a474-152d9329251e Edit: on preview...same as laurieklatts below
Heath Bar Cookies
I always wanted to try these. Is there a reason for the half butter, half margerine? Or could you just use all butter. Thanks.
Getting Rid of Tin Cans?
This looks like your garbage & recycle info here. Or you could call the phone# given there if you have questions: http://www.granbury.org/772/Garbage-and-Recycling-Information
50s Christmas Scene Plastic Cup Ornaments?
I have an ornament that someone gave me that sound similiar. It is in a small clear plastic cup (smaller than 1 oz size) with a scene inside. But I dont remember the melting part of it. It has a cardboard bottom I think. Mine is similar to this one only much...
Energy Saving Tips for Renters?
There are some tips here: http://planetgreen.discovery.com/home-garden/save-energy-water-apartment.html http://www.ccetompkins.org/energysavings/tenants.html http://www.dps.state.ny.us/aptdwell.html http://www.bostonapartments.com/enrgyapt.htm or any of the...
Send E-Cards Instead of Greeting Cards
I agree with duanedv. Be vary careful. One thing I have started to do when sending free ecards is first off select a card from a reputable site. Then when I select a card I send it to myself from myself at an email account I use that is NOT my primary email...
Honey Bun Cake Recipe?
Here is one from right here at Thrifty Fun: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf43277228.tip.html or this one seems to be popular on the web with 4 eggs instead of 3 and sour cream instead of buttermilk: http://allrecipes.com/recipe/honey-bun-cake-i/Detail.aspx
Cutting Up a Grapefruit?
I do the same as redhatterb: cut in half and then take a small paring knife and cut on each side of the membrane on the sections and then at the back of each of those sections on the rind edge and use a spoon to eat. We used to have official grapefruit spoons...
Recipe for Hokey Pokey?
I had never heard of it before but from reading they said it was like New Zealands version of Peanut Brittle minus the peanuts and made with golden syrup instead of corn syrup. http://www.rainforestwebs.com/recipes/hokey.html http://www.nigella.com/recipe/recipe_detail...
Cake Crumbs for Chocolate Truffles?
Here is a recipe for truffles using a Sara Lee pound cake from the store. Perhaps you could compare recipes and adapt from there. http://www.recipezaar.com/Pound-Cake-Truffles-157856
Making a Budget Tracker?
This link has forms you can either print, save to pdf file or spreadsheet etc and you can also print blank ones or do a custom one or just look at the sheet for ideas of what categories you want and go to the drug store and buy a pad of the columned paper and...
Buckwheat and Applesauce Muffins Recipe?
Here is one that has buckwheat & applesauce plus blueberries: http://www.well.com/~debunix/recipes/AppleBlueberryBuckwheat.html You could use it to adapt a recipe at the very least. Or this one has a bunch on other ingredients in it: http://allrecipes.com/Recipe...
3 or 4 Ingredient Recipes?
I just read an article about a book of cooking with ratios instead of recipes. I was going to see if our library had it or could get it to check it out. Michael Ruhmans Ratio: The Simple Codes Behind the Craft of Everyday Cooking http://www.nytimes.com/2009...
Saving Money on Calendars?
There are many companies that will send them to your mailbox but unfortunately all I checked were to USA or Canada only. There are tons of free ones you print on your computer available. Some are basic calendar grids and some you can insert your own photos...
Freezing Breadcrumbs?
I have frozen them for several months and they were fine. But I would recommend storing them in a ziploc type freezer bag with the air pressed out. They are more apt to pick up freezer odors than get freezer burn so keeping them in a freezer zip bag helps with...
Freezing Meat Safely?
I used to do it once in a while when I was lazy. Then I heard it wasnt good to do it so I stopped. I thought they said it dried out or got freezer burn faster with the foam tray but I dont really remember. Usually meat that is wrapped on those trays have pockets...
Use a Cupcake for the Birthday Candle
What a smart idea! After seeing kids blow out their candles on some episodes of Americas Funniest Home Videos it is a wonder I ever ate birthday cake.
Making a Tassel?
There are how to videos if you are more of a visual learner: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ra2qbqISwsM You can make any size you wish and the more times you wrap it around the cardboard the plumper it will be.
Recipe for Sauerkraut Balls?
* Sauerkraut Balls* 1 med. onion, minced 2 tbsp. butter 1 c. ground cooked ham or 1 can Spam 1 c. ground corned beef 1/4 tsp. garlic salt 1 tbsp. mustard 3 tbsp. minced parsley 2 c. sauerkraut 2/3 c. flour 1/2 c. beef stock or bouillon cube, dissolved in 1...
Save Money on Your Utilities?
Check out the pie chart below of what percentage of cost go to each category. Notice how almost half goes to heating and cooling so concentrate your efforts at reducing there. Hot water heaters also take up a big chunk. There are a lot of energy saving tips...
Getting Firefox Out of Safe Mode?
You might check out the suggestions here: http://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Firefox+is+stuck+in+Safe+Mode?bl=n&s=safe%20mode http://www.ehow.com/how_2240519_mozilla-firefox-out-safe-mode.html http://www.wikihow.com/Get-Mozilla-Firefox-Out-of-Safe-Mode or...
Recycling Eyeglasses?
It is good to save an extra for backup in case your first pair breaks if you can still see with that RX. Or else donate the others: http://www.lionsclubs.org/EN/our-work/sight-programs/eyeglass-recycling/how-you-can-help.php http://www.charityguide.org/volunteer...
Shelf Life of Canned Sauerkraut?
Is it commercially canned? In metal cans? Sauerkraut is an acidic food which does shorten the shelf life some: ...As far as general rules for shelf lives of common veggies and fruits is concerned, jarred foods keep at least 6 months longer than cans if stored...
Sweet Potato Chocolate Chip Muffins?
Here is one: http://theduboisdiaries.blogspot.com/2009/10/sweet-bee.html or this one ...it has more natural foods style ingredients: http://www.dietdessertndogs.com/2008/01/21/lucky-comestible-i-mini-sweet-potato-and-chocolate-chip-muffins/ or take a recipe...
Beans Without Gas?
Here is a list that rates dif kinds of beans from high to low although I suspect it varies from person to person: http://www.freedomyou.com/recipes/beans.htm This page says pinto, adzuki, black-eyed peas, black beans, kidney beans and chickpeas are pretty easy...
Saltine Cracker Crust Chocolate Pie?
Here is a chocolate pie recipe from Hersheys that may have been on a Hersheys baking cocoa can at one time: http://www.hersheys.com/recipes/recipes/detail.asp?id=4131&page=1&per=1028 You could use one of these for the saltine crust: http://cookingwithkimberly...
Using Juice from Dill Pickles?
We use a little bit of dill pickle juice in our homemade potato salad. I have heard about but never tried: putting peeled whole hard boiled eggs in the leftover pickle juice. Or check here; http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=uses+for+pickle+juice&btnG=Search...
Wooden Clothespins for Crafts?
Do you mean the ones with the springs or the old fashioned peg type? I have seen both at craft or fabric stores and even the dollar store. Or the spring clip type in the cleaning section of various drug or grocery stores. If you are able to order online you...
Refreshing Unpopped Popcorn?
I havent tried it but according to this site: http://www.proctorsilex.com/faqs/popcorn-pumper.php -Why doesnt the popcorn pop? The popcorn may be old or dried out. What makes kernels pop is moisture in the kernel. Helpful Hint: Place a teaspoon of water in...
Using Corn Syrup?
Many of the no-bake cereal cookie bars use corn syrup. http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=%22corn+syrup%22+cereal+bars+recipe+site%3Athriftyfun.com&btnG=Search&aq=f&oq=&aqi= Popcorn balls use corn syrup: http://allrecipes.com/recipe/best-ever-popcorn-balls...
Unlocking a Microwave?
I didnt know microwaves even had a lock. As OliveOyl stated I would lookup the manufacturer and either get their toll free number or find the contact page on their website. Or look in the owners manual. This site has some fixes where you press certain buttons...
Can You Freeze Crisco?
I have never tried to freeze it. But I do keep mine in the fridge if it is getting near the exp date or summer is coming as I dont use it often and did have one go rancid in the cupboard once. Just make sure to let it come to room temp before using.
Recipes Using Leftover Ham?
Ditto to what OliveOyl suggested. Also ham balls in sauce. I never cared for it but everyone else around here does. I like ham in mac & cheese or any type of bean dish like Calico Beans or soup. Ham is good in quiche or a Bisquick style Impossible pie. If sliced...
Substitute for Cream of Tartar in Cookies?
You might check the substitutions on this page. http://whatscookingamerica.net/Q-A/CreamTartar.htm The texture of the cookie may be slightly different though. Cookies made with cream of tartar seem to have a slight sandy, melt in your mouth type texture to...
Folded Star Christmas Ornament?
These are for fabric ornos: http://quilting.about.com/od/holidayquiltpatterns/ss/folded-fabric-star.htm http://www.make-stuff.com/projects/quiltball.html http://www.allthingscrafty.com/search/label/Folded%20Star%20Ornament or a video tutorial: http://www.metacafe...
Aunt Sally's Molasses Ginger Cookies?
I have never had them so dont have a point of reference to compare to but here are several with slight variations: http://www.astray.com/recipes/?show=Aunt%20sally%27s%20molasses%20cookies^ http://allrecipes.com/recipe/aunt-sally-cookies/detail.aspx http://www...
Zipper Flower Pin?
Apparently there was a copyright challenge made and the article was pulled. There may still be a cached version of the article on google: This is the same content here: http://sofianaomi.blogspot.com/2009/12/how-to-zipper-flowers.html And here is another tutorial...
Cooking a Ham?
Wow! I did not know hams took that long to bake. It must be a large fresh ham then? I would say NO to splitting the times between 2 days and that applies to any types of meat. When the meat is not fully cooked and especially then when allowed to sit for a day...
Downloading Free Christmas Songs?
Amazon.com has a lot of free Christmas tunes http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html?tag=thriftyfun0b-20 And also some free Christmas albums: http://preview.tinyurl.com/yeuvbha Phil Vassar has a free ep available: http://philvassar.com/christmas/fillsurvey...
Fabric Christmas Trees?
You can order a vintage pattern of the one style here: (scroll down a bit to McCalls 825 tree) http://www.pagesandprint.com/crafts%20dolls%20accessories.htm These are slightly similar: http://sue-niven.blogspot.com/2009/11/sleep-or-not-to-sleep.html http://sue...
Classic Christmas Books
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens Book, audio book, or any of the many movie versions or TV versions is a must! :-)
Buying a Round Loom?
They are called spool knitters. (Also called Knitting Nancies, Knitting Knobby, Corkers, etc.) You should be able to find them at craft stores, fabric stores, yarn shops and I think I have even seen them in the yarn/craft section of stores like Rite Aid etc...
What is This Ingredient in Old Cough Syrup?
I was gonna guess some kind of booze too. One tsp doesnt sound like much but maybe it helps dissolve the glycerin or as a preservative. There are also references to 18 yr old whiskeys. http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn/beverage/recipe-bourbon-cough-syrup-for...
Identifying a Very Small Silverfish Like Bug?
Ugh! Bugs are bad enough but when they are in your bed that is even worse! If no one here has an answer you might check out the following sites: http://www.whatsthatbug.com/ask-whats-that-bug/ http://bugguide.net/node/view/15740
White Chocolate Ritz Crackers?
Not sure if this is what you were after or not. The ones I have seen are usually just peanut butter between 2 reg or mini ritz crackers and then dipped in chocolate or white chocolate. http://www.recipezaar.com/Ritz-Cracker-Cookies-No-Bake-Candy-Coated-344989...
Handcrafted Gifts for Men?
I just read this on a blog today: http://makeitfromscratch.blogspot.com/2009/12/handmade-gifts-for-fellas.html and a couple of previous ThrFun threads: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf923517.tip.html http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf90873228.tip.html
Being a Secret Shopper... Is It Legit?
I have never done it but I have heard there are legit ones out there. Unfortunately there are far more scammers. I would read the links below first. And be sure to research any company online. Go to google.com and search company name scam (or review, complaints...
Resources for People Who Can't Afford Hearing Aids?
You might check out this article: http://www.hearingexchange.com/articles/paulas-110601.htm Here are the links to those that were wrong/missing: http://www.nlfoundation.org/hearing.php http://www.rehab.state.al.us/Home/default.aspx?url=/Home/Services/VRS/Main...
Cute Christmas Gifts with Accompanying Sayings?
Here are a bunch. After you read a few you the ideas practically pop into your head by themselves. http://www.celebrating-christmas.com/giftideas/gift-tag-sayings.shtml http://www.celebrating-christmas.com/giftideas/gifts-sayings.shtml http://www.dvo.com/newsletter...
No-Knead Bread Recipe?
I havent made it yet but had it bookmarked as it seemed to be mentioned on every food blog at one time or another: http://www.nytimes.com/2006/11/08/dining/081mrex.html background article here: http://www.nytimes.com/2006/11/08/dining/08mini.html update here...
Making Static Clings Stick Again?
Ditto what was stated below...clean window, clean clings and use a little bit of moisture between. or check out this: http://www.ehow.com/how_5207922_make-window-clings-stick-again.html
Sports Bras for Everyday Wear?
I think it all depends on the size of the boobage involved. I prefer underwire for better support & shape. Sports bras make me look oddly flattened. They do make underwire bras without the wire now if you thought underwire bras were uncomfortable or not as...
Homemade Greeting Card Holder?
Here is a pic for what Jilson kindly posted. I think I will make one too! http://www.freecraftunlimited.com/christmas-card-holder.html
CD Case Pencil Holder?
Not sure if this is what you were looking for: http://craftchi.com/blog/?p=176 You could adapt it and put pics in the front of the cd case instead of doing the image transfers I would think. In the same vein there is: cd case coasters http://www.designspongeonline...
Cherry Mash Desserts?
Wow. I have never heard of those before. Here are some I found: http://pies-cookies-squares.suite101.com/article.cfm/cherry_mash_squares_recipe http://www.ehow.com/how_5088797_cherry-mash-candy.html http://www.recipetips.com/recipe-cards/t--2860/cherry-mash...
Removing the Lining from Crocs?
from the official Croc blog: http://blog.crocs.com/2009/01/21/how-to-wash-your-crocs-mammoths-liners/ or: http://www.ehow.com/how_5135964_liner-out-crocs-mammoth.html http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20071126212131AAmUE84
Homemade Christmas Decorations?
I think this might be what you are referring to possibly. I remember seeing it done on bare branches for a crystal-y snowy effect. http://science-fair-projects.suite101.com/article.cfm/borax_alum_or_epsom_salts_snowflake_decorations http://chemistry.about.com...
Making Fudge Drops?
Dont know if this is what you were looking for or not. I might have to try it myself. http://www.hungrybrowser.com/phaedrus/m010102.htm#5 Here are some others...some with sw cond milk, some with marshmallows or not, etc: http://www.cooks.com/rec/view/0,177...
Buying a Round Fitted Christmas Tablecloth?
Miles Kimball has this one: http://www.mileskimball.com/MilesKimball/Shopping/ProductDetail.aspx?CID=Holidays%2fChristmas&SCID=Kitchen%2fFood%2fTable&CollectionID=DC0001369&num=42 or this holly design one: http://www.mileskimball.com/MilesKimball/Shopping/ProductDetail...
Clothes Pin Christmas Card Holders?
Here is a wreath shaped one: http://www.womansday.com/Articles/Crafts/Card-Holder.html or the more traditional style clipped to a ribbon: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf15714399.tip.html or this one: http://familycrafts.about.com/od/displayingchristmascards/a...
Christmas Cactus Blooms Are Falling Off?
I am no gardening expert; just reporting what I found online. The links below address the issue. It sounds like it might be from a difference in light, temperature or watering. http://www.dailypress.com/features/home/garden/dp-garden-qa122006,0,4079437.story...
Homemade Candy Canes?
Here are a couple. Wow...it looks like a lot of work. http://candy.about.com/od/hardcandyrecipes/r/candy_canes.htm http://www.ehow.com/how_4869650_make-homemade-candy-canes.html http://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Candy-Cane
Patterns for Crocheted Angels?
from here at thrifty fun: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf21354158.tip.html There are many links here: http://www.crochetpatterncentral.com/directory/angels.php
Making Tin Punched Christmas Ornaments?
Here are a few simple designs: http://www.lessonplanspage.com/ArtSSChristmasEarlyAmericanTinPunchOrnament36.htm You can make your own patterns onto paper with a simple design by tracing a cookie cutter or out of a kids coloring book or do a search online for...
Making Money at Home with Online Surveys?
I have never heard of it and have never seen a legit survey site advertise on TV. Here is a review: http://www.ripoffreport.com/telemarketers/bigspot-com/bigspot-com-nothing-but-spam-77729.htm Another link said: Bigspot.com is a very complex scam & a front...
Removing Tree Sap from Silverware?
There is a lot of info on this thrifty fun post below: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf22474082.tip.html I have always had good luck using vegt or canola cooking oil when I have it on my hands.
Gas Only Credit Cards?
Also: Phillips 66 / Conoco / 76 - http://www.drivesavvy.com/creditcards/ There are also those cardlock type (unattended) stations that require sign/membership up but I am not sure if those use their own card or your Visa or Mastercard credit card.
Determining Shampoo Contents?
I am not familiar with either brands but glancing at their websites it looks like they do not. http://www.himalayaherbals.com/products/haircare2.htm http://www.ayurherbals.com/hairCare.htm To be sure that they dont I would contact them and ask: http://www.himalayaherbals...
Handbag Patterns?
Not sure what type of purse you were looking for but there are several at each link below: http://www.bhg.com/crafts/sewing/accessories/simple-to-sew-totes-purses-and-bags/ http://sewing.about.com/od/bagstotespurseproject/Free_Bags_Totes_Purse_Sewing_Projects...
What is Trellis Yarn?
Trellis yarn is a shimmering lacy ladder ribbon yarn made by Lion Brand yarns but it has been discontinued. http://www.lionbrand.com/trellis-yarn-discontinued.html You might still find it in yarn shops possibly. Amazon.com has some from other sellers: https...
Preventing Mold from Growing in Washed Tupperware?
How very odd! I would wash it well with hot soapy water then wipe out the container with white distilled vinegar, let dry without rinsing and then put it away with the lid OFF. Maybe also try storing it in a different cupboard or location? Does your house have...
Knitting Pattern for Teddy Bears?
Here are a couple of links with several knit teddy bear patterns you might look through: http://www.bevscountrycottage.com/bearsndolls.html http://www.knittingpatterncentral.com/directory/teddy_bears.php
Ideas for Reusing Spice Bottles?
You can refill them with spices bought in the bulk section. Or make your own spice blends by mixing from your other spices...like pumpkin pie blend or taco blend or even a cinnamon/sugar blend for toast. You can etch the bottles: http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn...
Whipped Cream Cheese?
According to the links below use: 3 to 4 tablespoons milk 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened Source: http://thethinkingmother.blogspot.com/2009/02/homemade-whipped-cream-cheese.html http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/Whipped-Cream-Cheese
Determining the Best Price on Toilet Paper?
I have been trying to figure out this recently too. I just read on a blog to take the price and divide by the square feet on the package. The blogger said (for her) a good price was .01 (or less) per square foot. Like you said it really is hard to compare sometimes...
Recycling Christmas Cards?
You can send them to St. Judes Ranch For Children where they make new cards from them and then sell them. They only use the front of the cards so you can cut the fronts off yourself before mailing them to save on postage. http://www.stjudesranch.org/help_card...
Looking for Old Cookie Recipe from Jiffy Icing Box?
I found a recipe on an archived version of the Jiffy website that contains frosting mix, choc chips and coconut: *Rich Coconut Delights * (Yield: 35-40 Bite Size Servings) Crust: 2 pkgs. Jiffy White Frosting Mix (divided) 1 1/2 cups flour 1/2 cup graham cracker...
Cranberry Bliss Bar Recipe?
I have never had them so I cant really comment but here is a recipe that is a copycat/clone. It is one of Todd Wilburs who usually does a very good job at recreating recipes to taste like the original. http://www.topsecretrecipes.com/recipedetail.asp?sessionid...
Uses for Stale Beer?
21 uses: http://www.wisebread.com/21-great-uses-for-beer Seems like I read they used to use it to set hair in rollers with or use as conditioner too back in the day. I always wondered if it made your hair smell like a brewery. And beer bread (posted below by...
Yellow Foods?
Do you mean yellow fruits & veggies mostly...like in eating the rainbow for health reasons? (they usually lump yellow & orange together) http://www.ag.ndsu.edu/pubs/yf/foods/fn595w.htm#reasons and: Rainier cherries yellow wax beans If you are looking for yellow...
Can I Use Acrylic Yarn to Make Potholders?
I have heard that acrylic will melt. I googled and found these discussions among many: http://www.crochetville.org/forum/showthread.php?t=69851 http://www.knittinghelp.com/forum/archive/index.php/t-62406.html If you are making something for others I would definitely...
