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March 5, 2013

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Guides

Attaching a Curtain Rod to a Metal DoorThis is a guide about attaching a curtain rod to a metal door. Attaching a curtain rod to a metal door is quite a different job than when working with a wood or composition one.

 

Saving Money on KetchupThis guide is about saving money on ketchup. Whether you buy in larger containers or serve in portions, there are ways to save on condiments.

 

School Lunch IdeasThis is a guide about school lunch ideas. Preparing your children's lunch can save money and help ensure that they eat a good meal.

 

Saving Money on Fabric SoftenerThis is a guide about saving money on fabric softener. Laundry care products can be expensive to buy.

 

Buying a Christmas Shower CurtainThis is a guide about buying a Christmas shower curtain. When decorating for the Christmas holidays, sometimes it is difficult to find holiday themed items for every room.

 

40th Birthday Gift Ideas for MenThis is a guide about 40th birthday gift ideas for men. A 40th birthday is quite an important one, requiring just the right gift, whether serious or funny.

 

Making a Futon CoverThis is a guide about making a futon cover. Buying a replacement cover for your futon can be expensive; it may also be difficult to find the right fabric.

 

"Stained Glass" Paper CraftsThis is a guide about "stained glass" paper crafts. You can use colored paper to create beautiful faux stained glass projects.

 

Teaching Your ChildrenThis is a guide about teaching your children. Parents teach their children about many things at home, starting even before they begin school.

 

Christmas Cookie Exchange Tips and...This is a guide about Christmas cookie exchange tips and recipes. If you participate in an annual cookie exchange, you are probably on the lookout for new tips and recipes all of the time.

 

Homemade Gift Ideas for BoysThis is a guide about homemade gift ideas for boys. Homemade gifts are fun to make and give, but sometimes it is hard to come up with a great idea.

 

Gift Wrapping Odd Shaped PresentsThis is a guide about gift wrapping odd shaped presents. Odd shaped gift items and boxes can be very frustrating to wrap.

 

Performing Acts of KindnessFind the time to help and share with people in your family, neighborhood, and community. This guide is about performing acts of kindness.

 

Giving Photos as GiftsThis is a guide about giving photos as gifts. Photos can be a very personal and lasting gift.

 

Christmas Cookie RecipesThis page contains Christmas cookie recipes. Christmas is not only a time for a tree and presents, it is also cookie time.

 

Make Your Own Non-Slip Pet DishThis is a guide about how to make your own non-slip pet dish. If your pet is chasing their food dish all over the room, it may be time to make a non-slip dish. You can usually do this cheaper than buying one at the store.

 

Videos

St. Patrick's Day Fabric Scrap WreathIf you are looking for a fun and easy decoration to make for St. Patrick's day, why not make this wreath.

 

Valentine's Day PizzasMaking heart shaped foods for Valentine's day is so much fun.

 

Rainbow in a JarAnyone would love to get one of these from a sneaky little leprechaun.

 

Cheesy Quinoa CasseroleThis quinoa is a perfect side dish and is quick to make.

 

Articles

Carabiner Clip for Hair Rubber BandsI was tired of having all of our hair rubber bands making a mess in the bathroom. To remedy this situation I found two carabiner clips to contain them.

 

Muffin Tin LasagnaThese muffin tin lasagnas are so yummy and makes great small portions that can easily be frozen and reheated too. They can easily be customized for picky eaters.

 

Bailey (Beagle/Lab)We adopted Bailey from the Maricopa Pound in November of 2012.

 

Newer Plastic Grocery Bags DisintegrateDon't we love to re-use those plastic bags from the grocery store? I store things in them, and a lot of women cut them into strips and crochet them. Those strips are called "plarn."

 

How to Help Children with Autism Spectrum DisorderI have read many articles but this one is the best. I wanted to share it with the ThriftyFun community.

 

Juicy HamburgersIf you cook them partially frozen, they come moist and juicy inside. I just did this and made 2 hamburgers for my sister and me. She said it was the best hamburger she ever had.

 

Bandit (Queensland Heeler)We adopted Bandit from the Pima Animal County Care Shelter in January.

 

Use Kool-Aid to Dye Easter EggsInstead of using expensive Easter egg dye kits use packets of Kool-Aid instead. It's much less expensive and you don't have to end up with all of the doo dads included in each dye kit package that you'll probably not use.

 

Questions

Dog Suddenly Afraid of OwnerI have a 6 year old mini Fox Terrier. She has always been happy and friendly, but recently her personality and behaviour has just changed. She is scared to come to me and won't let anyone touch her.

 

Making Pine Cone Bird FeedersWhat else can be used besides peanut butter?

 

Buying Day Old Bread for AnimalsWhere are some locations where you can buy this stale bread for farm animals?

 

Cleaning Burner Drip PansI want to clean the aluminum rings around my gas burners, but I can't get them out. The screws are rusty. Any suggestions please?

 

Removing Nail Polish from Dried LaundryUnfortunately all of my children's coats were washed and dried :( along with pink nail polish. Is there something I can put in the wash to quickly get the polish out of all the coats?

 

Ideas for Yellow Rainbow Tea Decorations and FoodI don't know anything about a rainbow party. I was chosen to take the color yellow to decorate my table. Can anyone give me some ideas and some ideas on food that got to be yellow?

 

School Project: Building a Model of Canberra Parliament HouseMy 10 year old son has to do a school project and wants to build a model of Parliament house in Canberra (Australia). I need help. Any suggestions on how to do this as it is a very difficult building to make?

 

Treatment for Dog With Ear ProblemsMy dog is 6 yr old Pit Bull and for 5 years he has had a major ear problem. It's so bad he scratches them till they bleed and constantly shakes his head. It makes him miserable. I have tried everything and I do mean everything.

 

Ideas for Daughter's 13th Golden BirthdayMy daughter will be turning 13 for her Golden Birthday! Please help me with ideas, including for a sleep over.

 

Getting Rid of Wool Rug MothsI came back from the Middle East with some beautiful tribal rugs. I also brought back moths in one of them.

 

Bags for Pak'N SaveI was blessed with Pak'N Save made by Deconsonic, model #838.

 

Removing Permanent Marker on AirbagsHow do I get rid of permanent marker on an airbag that has vinyl and ridges?

 

Determining if Shower Pan is CrackedI really can't tell if it's cracked or not. I have tried looking with a flashlight but no luck. So far the fix is to line the walls and floor or rip it out, but if it isn't really cracked why do it?

 

Manual for Welbilt Bread Machine #ABM- 100-2I have a Welbilt bread machine #ABM-100-2. I've misplaced my user manual, how can I get one?

 

Quilted Tea Cozy and PlacematI'm making your tea cozy. As you can see, it's my first attempt hence the very simple quilting. I just want to do a test run before I make more.

 

Homemade Tide PenI saw a recipe for making a DIY bleach gel pen, anybody got the recipe for making a Tide pen? The easiest way to make it and use it the better, thanks folks.

 

Circuit Breaker Amperage for 2Hp Air MotorFor a 2Hp air motor how many amps does the circuit breaker have to be fitted when it works in 3 phase so that the motor can switch off when one phase of current is not coming?

 

Nail Polish Remover Stain on Hardwood FloorI spilt nail polisher remover on my hardwood floor. I wiped it up with a towel as soon as I saw it and have been rubbing it with a wet cloth. Is anything bad going to happen? What should I do?

 

Paint Color Advice for Bathroom with Green FixturesI have a small bathroom with grass green toilet and tub. The ceramic tile is a 70's rectangular two toned-green/pinky beige with some tiles of lavender pink flowers.

 

Choosing Granite Counter Top ColorWhat color granite counter tops should I buy to go with natural oak cabinets?

 

Repairing Black Spots on an Old MirrorI have an old mirror which has black around the edge. Can this be repaired?