May 22, 2018

This page includes a list of all the articles published on this date. Use the navigator to select a different date.

Pages

Washing machines for sale at an appliance store.

Help Buying Appliances on a Fixed Income?The cost of an appliance may be prohibitive when you don't have much money. There are a few organizations or your church that may be able to help with the cost. This is a page about help buying appliances on a fixed income.

 

A mini blind slat with the plant name written on the top.

Using Mini Blinds for Plant MarkersWorn out mini blinds can be repurposed and used for garden and plant markers. This is a page about vinyl blinds for plant markers.

 

Scabies Bites on an arm

Identifying Scabies Bites?A scabies rash is caused by a microscopic mite and they often start to bite on the feet. This is a page about identifying scabies bites.

 

A canning jar with cut up carrots and celery with a lid.

Storing Vegetables in WaterSome prepared vegetables can be stored in cold water to maintain their freshness. This is a page about keep celery and carrots fresh for weeks.

 

Yellow pages with a phone on top.

Stopping Phone Book DeliveryWith the advent of the computer and online directories, telephone yellow page books can be unnecessary for you. There are some links that can help you opt out of delivery. This is a page about stopping phone book delivery.

 

Recipes

bowl of jambalaya dinner

Dollar Tree DinnerI think you might like this dollar tree dinner I made last night. All from the Dollar Tree! I didn't have any steps as I didn't think to share till it was all done. But I have images I can share.

 

Stir Fry Vegetables with Shrimp on plate

Stir Fry Vegetables with ShrimpMy take on an Asian inspired salad that is simple and easy to make.

 

Vegan French Toast with Strawberry Compote

Vegan French Toast with Strawberry CompoteThis is an egg and dairy free French toast that has a crispy outside and custardy middle. Flax and nut milk are used in place of eggs and milk. Use any type of bread you like (I used sourdough here). You can add a bit of cinnamon in the mix if you like, but I wanted the homemade strawberry compote to shine.

 

finished sauteed vegetables

Sautéed VegetablesThis is an easy to prepare and healthy side dish that pairs great with your choice of protein.

 

Articles

Recycled Candle Night Lamp - lighted jar jar

Recycled Candle Night LampThis craft is inspired by the daily power interruptions in my area. When candles are too boring to look at, you can always think of a fancy idea to bring light and color during a blackout period.

 

Raising a TV with a Modified Tray - view of tray with TV above and boxes below on table top

Raising a TV with a Modified TrayI lowered my computer monitors which were on two trays with fold up legs.

 

KittyGirl (Domestic Shorthair) - cat against very dark background

KittyGirl (Domestic Shorthair)She showed up on my porch. Climbing her cat tree is fun for her.

 

Cleaning 'Ring Around The Collar' - dirty t-shirt

Cleaning 'Ring Around The Collar'I go through a lot of T shirts while gardening, it's a dirty hobby. The shirts collect a lot of dust which is easily washed away. It's the oily grime around the collar that poses a problem.

 

peeling sweet potato with cheese slicer

Sweet Potato SmoothieA lot of people will toss sweet potatoes when they show signs of drying. They do not make good baked potatoes. They are good for whatever requires grated sweet potatoes. Baked potatoes are good for making pies, but for a baked sweet potato casserole, grated are best. Raw sweet potatoes are an excellent source of quick energy. Grated and used as you would carrots (in a salad, etc.) will give you a little energy boost.

 

Questions

Using Damp Rid - bag of crystallized Damp Rid

Using Damp Rid?I placed Damp Rid in my closet and on the top shelves of my furniture after mold destroyed most of my clothes and shoes and some of my furniture, but yesterday when checking the Damp Rid bag in the closet I found the dripped water had crystalized. That did not happened in the previous 2 bags I used.

 

Logo for ThriftyFun Questions

Some Rooms Lost Power After Installing a Ceiling Light?My husband put up a light fixture in the living room. He turned the breakers off for the living room. He installed it and when he put the power back on the light worked, but my stove doesn't work. Also my dryer in the basement doesn't work and my bedroom upstairs has no power either.

 

Logo for ThriftyFun Questions

Value of Homer Laughlin China?I have a box of Homer Laughlin china, the cameo pattern (green) and I'm wondering if I should donate it or if it might be worth something. The stamp on the bottom is F 56 N8. I can send pictures if you like, but they're in good shape, with no chips. I have bowls, saucers, coffee cups, and plates.

 

Logo for ThriftyFun Questions

Dog Wetting Bed While in Heat?My dog just turned 3 and is in heat, but recently she started to wet the bed which has never happened while in heat. Does anyone have any answers as to why?

 

Getting a Key for a Murphy Cedar Chest - cedar chest with a bottom drawer

Getting a Key for a Murphy Cedar Chest?I have acquired this beautiful chest and would like to know more about it. Any help is appreciated. I do not have the key, but was able to get it open and would also like to know if I can still get a key for it.

 

Identifying a Porcelain Doll

Identifying a Porcelain Doll?Can someone please help me identify the maker and name of this doll? I have looked everywhere.

 

Identifying a Porcelain Doll - broken doll

Identifying a Porcelain Doll?My daughter was given this porcelain doll a while back, but she dropped it and broke the feet at the ankles. I'm trying to figure out what kind of doll it is so I can try to locate replacement feet. Can anyone help me identify the doll?

 

Logo for ThriftyFun Questions

Blue Food and Decorations for a Rainbow Tea?My church is having a rainbow tea. My color is blue. I need ideas for blue decorations and blue food please.

 

Is My Dog a Chihuahua? - black and tan puppy

Is My Dog a Chihuahua?Is my Reeses a Chihuahua? If yes which kind? They say he's a long hair Chihuahua.

 

Repairing Collapsed Canvas on Pop Up Camper

Repairing Collapsed Canvas on Pop Up Camper?I am thinking about buying a pop up camper, but the sides of the canvas are collapsed. Should I keep looking for a different camper or is there a way to repair this?

 

Logo for ThriftyFun Questions

Repairing Damaged House Wiring?I used a long wood screw, in place of one of the mounting bracket screws to hold the new light fixture to the junction box. I wired it without flipping the main, by turning it off at the wall. I went through a wire I guess. I know that the wood screw was malformed and soldered together end-to-end from the arc and pop.

 

Identifying Black Bugs - blackish gray bug

Identifying Black Bugs?I've been finding these bugs in my house. They crunch when squeezed and don't appear to fly. So far, bug spray doesn't seem to work. Can anyone tell me what they are?

 

Logo for ThriftyFun Questions

Protecting Oil Paint Design on Denim?I used oil paint on a white denim jacket, will it stay on if I wash it myself? Or should I take it to the dry cleaners?

 

Published by ThriftyFun.
Desktop Page | View Mobile
Disclaimer | Privacy Policy | Contact Us
Generated 2020-07-21 17:36:41 in 854 msecs. ⛅️️
© 1997-2020 by Cumuli, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
https://www.thriftyfun.com/tf/2018/05/22/index.html