October 16, 2014 | ThriftyFun

Substitute for Shells in Oysters RockefellerI want to make oysters Rockefeller, but I have shucked oysters. What can I use as a substitute for the shell?Question By Harriet B. October 16, 2014

Social Security for Mentally Challenged AdultMy brother is over the age of 60, can he draw my dad, his stepdad's Social Security?Question October 16, 2014

Discontinued Norwall Wallpaper BorderI am looking for pattern NT73804.Question October 16, 2014

Repairing a Janome Sewing MachineMy Janome 9000 seized up. Now the repair shop says it can't be repaired is this true?Question October 16, 2014

Receiving Social Security Survivor's BenefitsMy husband passed away. I had a little boy with him, but when I went to sign up for benefits they told me he hadn't paid in enough for me or my son to receive benefits.Question October 16, 2014

Skunk Smell Behind Bathroom VanityFor the past three years when October arrives we experience a horrible skunk like smell coming from behind our bathroom vanity. I have called a plumber who said it was definitely not a mold or sewage smell.Question October 16, 2014

Treatment for Fine Dry HairI use treatments like oils, eggs, etc. After I wash off these treatments, my hair is worse. What can I do?Question October 16, 2014

Value of American EducatorI am trying to find the value of American Educator ten volume set, 1928 published by Bellows-Durham of Chicago.Question October 16, 2014

Homemade Fly TrapTake any jar and squirt some jelly inside. Put a funnel in the jar. Some flies will go into the jar through the funnel and some will hang around the outside lid of the jar. Vacuum the outside flies, then lift the funnel a bit....Tip By jean99 October 16, 2014 Contest Entry

Thrifty SouvenirsWhile doing our frugal travel to Arizona this summer, I realized that part of my travel fun is visiting local second hand, thrift stores, and even garage sales. Often I see regional team, theme parks and other tourist stop items are available there used.Tip By Sally October 16, 2014

"Fantasia" Winter HeadbandHeadbands are so popular in winter lately! They are a cute addition to keep your ears warm when you don't want to completely ruin your hair with a hat. I created this pattern with a pretty fan stitch design. It gives it a unique look, yet remains quick and super easy.Featured Craft By melissa October 16, 2014 Contest Entry

Coffee Wedding GiftDo away with the wrapping paper for a more eco-friendly present.Craft By lnygaard October 16, 2014 Contest Entry

Store Empty Containers in FreezerI like to freeze many of the vegetables from our garden, however I don't have cabinet space to store the empty containers. My solution to this dilemma is wash and dry the empty containers...Tip By VeronicaHB October 16, 2014 Contest Entry

Homemade Flour TortillasI am currently living in Vietnam, where they don't sell tortillas in the supermarket. Street Tacos have been my biggest craving since moving. So, I had to figure out how to make my own tortillas. This is a super easy recipe and they turned out delicious.Featured Recipe By StellaBell October 16, 2014

"Girl with a Pearl Earring" CostumeI loved the creativity of my daughter for last year's costume party. She is a masterpiece painting: Girl with a Pearl Earring.Craft By Donna October 16, 2014 Contest Entry

Curtain Color AdviceOur classroom wall paint is pink and we put pink linoleum for the floor. What color can we use for curtains?Question October 16, 2014

Buy Now Pay Later WebsitesI am requesting sites using 6 month pay off or buy now pay later. Any suggestions?Question By vicki hagerbaumer October 16, 2014

Doll ValueHow much is this 1998 Cuddle Wit limited edition 24" porcelain doll with blonde hair and blue eyes worth?Question October 16, 2014

Home Repairs for Low Income FamiliesMy neighbor is disabled and not able to work. His wife works and makes little and his mother lives with them and makes a little, also a mentally disabled brother.Question October 16, 2014

Dentures Too TightI've had an upper denture for 4 years, no problems very good fit, and comfortable. Now they are so tight I have terrible pain and have to remove them several times a day. Any advice? My dentist says I should be glad they fit so good.Question October 16, 2014

Replacement Mattress Supports for Sofa BedWhat do you call the mattress supports that hold the mattress on the sofa bed frame when it is pulled out? They keep the mattress in place on the frame, usually at the foot. Does any one know where they can be purchased?Question October 16, 2014

Hair Losing Perm Curl and FrizzyI had my first perm in the beginning of February, so it's been about 8 months. At this point it's in the transition of "loosening up" or "expiring." My hair is naturally thick and harder to perm, according to my stylist.Question October 16, 2014

Maintaining a PermI just watched a tutorial on Bantu Knot Outs, which caught my attention, but I wonder if there are other ways out there that could do the same and last as long? I already have a "curly" perm, but I want to maintain it.Question October 16, 2014

Spicy Acorn Squash SoupThis gluten free soup is sweet, hot and spicy. It is great served with a sandwich or a meal. If you can't handle hot, cut back on the quantity of spices in the recipe.Recipe By Litter Gitter October 16, 2014 Contest Winner

Pumpkin Picking Time (Waverly, PA)We visited a local farm to enjoy this wonderful place that serves up warm pumpkin donuts and fresh apple cider. I just had to snap this pic of the pumpkin field before they all find new homes throughout our community!Photo By Donna October 16, 2014 Contest Entry

Natural Remedy for Armpit OdorI come from a tropical country when I was a kid. I remember at school the teacher would make us rub lime with baking soda, that used to work very well!Tip By mremis October 16, 2014 Contest Entry

Candy Corn TreeThis candy corn tree makes a great tabletop Halloween decoration! It's also a fun way to use up yarn if you happen to have these colors laying around.Featured Craft By lalala... October 16, 2014

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