June 25, 2009 | ThriftyFun

Picnic Themed Rehearsal Dinner IdeasI need some ideas for a fall "picnic" themed rehearsal dinner.Question By Chris Carter June 25, 2009

Scratches on CDs and DVDsHow do I repair or clean scratch marks from a CD without damaging it?Question By Humphrey McDonald June 25, 2009

Plum Wine RecipeDoes anyone have a recipe for Plum Wine?Question By C L June 25, 2009

Pool MaintenanceWe purchased a house with an in-ground pool. We had a large hole in the light niche fixed, but we are still seeing some water loss. What can be expected as far as normal evaporation? This is a 19000 gallon round pool, and the temps have been in the mid 80s.Question June 25, 2009

Determining the Value of Antique DishesI have some antique dishes, Flying Turkey, with the "M" mark in a wreath, "T" mark in a wreath or triangle, and "TT" in triangles. What are they worth (ball park)? They were made in the early 19th Century.Question By Lana J. Jarvis June 25, 2009

Pennsylvania Flowers That Bloom in JulyWhat flowers bloom in July in central Pennsylvania? Question June 25, 2009

Softening Beard StubbleMy brother shaves his face, but when he starts getting stubble the hairs growing back are rough and dry giving a very unclean look. Could you please give me some tips to pass onto him?Question By Sheena Sidhu June 25, 2009

Painting With an AirbrushI'm just getting started with an airbrush (for painting) and would like to know whether latex paint can be used, and how to thin it to the right consistency? I read something about adding Windex to it. Any suggestions? Question By Pam T June 25, 2009

Use Waxed Paper To Lower Summer Cooling CostsWhen trying to keep the Western sun window cooler in the summer, how does one use the wax paper method? The shiny-side in? Thanks. Question June 25, 2009

Create Display Shelves Above WindowsSome time ago someone posted an idea to use shelves over windows. I had commented that I did the same thing only I used wooden door gingerbread trim to make the side brackets so that I could hang my curtain rods through them.Tip By Beth June 25, 2009 Contest Entry

Orange Flowers Along Kentucky HighwayI see these beautiful orange flowers by the highway. What are they and how can I get some to plant?Question By Janis A McKiddy June 25, 2009

Recipes Using Ritz CrackersI have two stacks of Ritz crackers plus some loose ones. I would like a salad or a dessert recipe to use for them. I also have a batch of leftover brownies in the freezer, and I would like an easy recipe for them. Thank you. DiQuestion By Dianne Kircher June 25, 2009

Use a Nut Cracker to Open 2 Liter BottlesMy sister gave me this useful tip. We sometimes have a hard time opening 2 liter bottles. To remedy that, we use a nut cracker. You know the kind that usually comes with the picks? It is just right to go around the lid of the bottle and, in a flash, the bottle is open.Tip By Lynn June 25, 2009 Contest Entry

Hanging Clothes in a Wire Rack ClosetWhen hanging my clothes in my closet on the wire rack, instead of hanging them on the bottom bar where the clothes get all scrunched up together, I hang them on the top bar, placing one hanger in the space between each of the cross bars.Tip By Cricket June 25, 2009 Contest Entry

Chalk to Prevent Tarnish on JewelryTo save any of your jewelry from tarnishing, pop a length of chalk inside your jewelry box. I have no idea how this works but it does!Tip By Monique June 25, 2009 Contest Entry

Making DishclothsI've joined a dish cloth swap. Most of the ladies are knitting or crocheting theirs. I don't do either, but was hoping that I might be able to still make one out of fabric that I could embellish somehow.Question By Teri June 25, 2009

Garden: ImpatiensI love summertime. I love to plant and garden and watch everything grow. I love to take pictures of all my plants and see the beautiful colors and watch them grow from when I first planted them to the end of the summer.Tip By donna spero June 25, 2009

Use Vaseline for Young Looking SkinI have a friend who uses Vaseline on her face every night and has for many years, and she has very young looking skin. I'm trying that Moisture Therapy Intensive hand cream on my face and it seems to work.Tip By Michelle June 25, 2009 Contest Entry

Clear VHS Cases For SeedlingsWhen our library decided to get rid of videos in favor of DVDs, all the old transparent plastic cases went in the waste bin. This is a cloche made from some that I rescued. Superb for plants and less for landfill!Tip By Marg June 25, 2009 Contest Entry

Fresh Mint for Air FreshenerI use fresh mint from my overgrown mint patch for air freshener. I gather a small handful and crush it up a bit, put a couple of bread ties or rubber band around it and hang it from the light fixture of the ceiling fan. I also put one hanging in front of the box fan.Tip By Suzann June 25, 2009 Contest Entry

Reuse Plastic Cat Litter Bags as Tomato PlantersThe new tomato plants were out today, and I couldn't resist, thinking surely, I had some large planters at my apartment. You guessed it, no planters, but I do have a cat.Tip By Debi Turner June 25, 2009 Contest Entry

Alcohol Left White Spot on an Antique DresserI spilled rubbing alcohol on my dresser the other day. I tried rubbing with soap and water, but the white stain is still on my dresser. It's an antique dresser. What do I do to get that white stain off of my dresser? Thank you.Question By VIRGINIA MORAN June 25, 2009

Potty Training an Older PuppyPlease help me housebreak my Chi shihtzu mix; 5 months old and neutered. Just doesn't seem to want to cooperate at all.Question By Nelwyn Mills June 25, 2009

Discolored Stainless Steel PansI find that using liquid bleach on the inside of my stainless steel pans removes tea stains immediately.Tip By Bonnie Trott June 25, 2009 Contest Entry

Shop Holiday Clearances All Year RoundHere is a tip that you can use following any holiday, stock up! If you use paper plates and napkins, now is the time to stock up on those outdated, never to be used again graduation plates, napkins and paper cups.Tip By Diana June 25, 2009 Contest Entry

Laptop for a College StudentI'm wanting to purchase a laptop computer for my son who just graduated from high school, for his future college needs. What are some basic necessities to look for? And how are the wireless expenditures charged? I am clueless!Question By ck June 25, 2009

A decoration for you garden that looks like a picket fence with a clay pot on it.

Picket Fence Garden HangerThis garden hanger was made from old leftover barn wood and fence boards from previous projects, a recycled clay pot and baling wire. It is simple and quick and can easily be hanging on your garden gate by noon.Featured Craft By cyndee kromminga June 25, 2009

Turning Up The Heat: Growing Hot PeppersMany gardeners are developing a passion for hot peppers. With all of the exciting colors, shapes, tastes, and degrees of heat for every palate, it's easy to see why. Here are some helpful tips for selecting and growing hot peppers.Featured Article June 25, 2009

Amish Friendship BreadGreat for holiday gift giving and taste great with coffee. Important Note: Don't use metal spoons or equipment. Do not refrigerate. Use only glazed ceramic or plastic bowls or containers.Recipe By Melodie Dearolf June 25, 2009 Contest Entry

No Peek ChickenPut raw rice into roaster with milk, celery soup and mushroom soup. Stir. Place cut-up chicken on top and sprinkle with onion soup mix. Cover with foil and bake 2 hours at 300 degrees F - without peeking!Recipe June 25, 2009

Special ColeslawEasiest Coleslaw recipe ever! Combine ingredients and refrigerate.Recipe By Robin June 25, 2009

Cream Puff DessertBring the water and butter to a boil and remove from heat. Add the flour and mix until it turns to a ball. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, and stir after each egg.Recipe By Robin June 25, 2009

Tyson (American Staffordshire Terrier)Tyson is a 5 year old American Staffordshire Terrier. Some women left him in a parking lot when he was very very young. I took him to the vet right away and had to bottle feed him for about 2 months! He is like my baby!Featured Photo By Allison June 25, 2009 Contest Entry

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