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(April 30 - May 6, 2011)

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Tip: Homemade Disinfectant Spray Cleaner

May 3, 2011

For just pennies, yes pennies, you can have a disinfectant spray cleaner that is not only green, but frugal as well.

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Tip: Windshield Protector to Insulate Window

May 3, 2011

Our bedroom gets bright sun. I went to the dollar store and bought some of those shiny silver windshield sun blockers that you unfold and place in your windshield to keep your car from blistering.

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Tip: Uses for Baby Wipes Containers

May 2, 2011

I always buy 13 gallon kitchen garbage bags in the economy rolls. The roll fits perfectly in a baby wipe container, and I just fed the first bag up through the opening at the top.

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Beautify Your Mom's YardA wonderful gift for Mother's Day would be to go clean an area and plant some flowers at a walk-way, right outside a window where she can enjoy the view, or at the mailbox.

Keeping Kids Occupied at DoctorWhen going to the doctor with my now 2 and 4 year olds, I've many times found myself with 2 wild kids, a long wait, and nothing for them to do. I finally realized I could simply use what I had on hand.

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Mother's Day Potted FlowersDo something nice for Mother for Mothers Day. All you need for this is some pretty flower pots. I have saved mine over the years and your Mom probably has also.

Prevent Glue Caps From StickingTo prevent stuck on children's glue caps, spray the inside of the cap lightly with WD-40.

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Removing Chewing Gum From HairTo get out chewing gum stuck or attached to hair, rub the chewing gum with oil or butter. Rinse or wash the hair normally.

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Soak Pea and Bean Seeds Before PlantingI always soak my pea and bean seeds 24 hours before planting. I cover them with water in containers and set them on the kitchen counter. They spring up so quickly when planted in this way.

Store Plastic Bags in Old JacketFor storing plastic bags, one tip I liked was to use an unused jacket in your hall closet. Stuff plastic bags into the sleeve facing the door. When you need one, pluck it from the sleeve cuff. Nary a problem ending up with two or three.

Tips from Years of Tent CampingCamping tips I've learned from years of camping in a tent at the race track!

Basil to Keep Flies Out of HouseTo keep flies out of the house, plant some basil plants in a pot and place it on the board of the window. Flies move away because of the aromatic scent of the basil plant.

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Having Hard Wired Telephone for Power OutagesYou need a hard wired phone that is able to dial out. Just because your electricity is out, does not mean your phone will not work if you have a hard wired phone.

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Keep Baking Soda in Spice ContainerI finally realized emptying a box of baking soda into an empty washed out spice container sure keeps it easier to use when needed, and keeps it fresh a lot longer.

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Keep Change of Clothes at SchoolAs an educator, I have seen every type of clothing emergency, from smelly spilled milk to rips, and everything in between - all resulting in a parent having to make an unexpected trip to bring a new set of clothes!

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Keeping Drawer Organizers in PlaceEvery time I opened the drawer with the knives, spoons, and forks in the tray or utensil organizer, that entire plastic organizer would shift back and forth.

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Make Your Own Disinfectant WipesNever buy disposable cleaning wipes again. Layer inexpensive coffee filters in a resealable container and pour in just enough multi-surface cleaner to dampen each one.

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Pack Your Lunch Instead of Eating OutMaking lunch or dinner at home instead of "grabbing a quick bite" at work, can easily save you $20 or more each week. Take your lunch to work every day and you'll find your $1,000.00 richer at the end of the year.

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Planting CactusWhen planting cactus, use either kitchen tongs or welding gloves, depending on size.

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Saving Money on Baking Parchment PaperI am very thrifty. To make my parchment paper last longer, I bake with it at least twice before throwing it away. I use it when baking cookies and bread. I just flip it over and reuse it for the next batch.

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Uses for Broken Garage Door OpenerHave you ever thrown something out then wished you'd have at least looked it over for things you could have recycled it? Whatever it is, it can usually be recycled, one way or another.

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Uses for Yogurt ContainersI hate just recycling the yogurt containers in the recycle bins, so here are a few things I use them for:

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Add Powdered Milk to Skim For a Better FlavorTo make skim milk taste like Skim Plus, which is about double the price, add nonfat dry milk. For a half-gallon of skim milk, add a half packet (1/2 cup) of nonfat dry milk to a cup of nonfat milk.

Banana Peels for RosesThrow your banana peels under your roses to produce bigger roses and more blooms. Just move away a little of the soil or compost, lay them down, then cover it up. The roses love the potassium. Also my roses have never had black spot.

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Gift For Adult Children On Mother's DayLast year, I wanted to give something to my adult children on Mother's day to show them how much their mother loves and appreciates them. I made them coupon certificates for 4 hours of baby sitting. They loved it.

Keep Recipes in a Three Ring BinderTo keep my recipes clean, I place them in a plastic sheet and organize them in a large three ring binder. When I use one, I take it out of the binder. When finished, I wipe up any spills then return it to its place in the binder.

Leave In Conditioner RecipeMake your own leave in conditioner. Use one part conditioner to 10 parts water and mix in a spray bottle.

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One Rag for Each Cleaning ProductI clean houses as my second job. I drape a cleaning rag over each product I use. One rag for all the wood polishing, a separate rag draped over the glass cleaner I use for the windows, mirrors, and chrome faucets.

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Paper Flowers Using Leftover Easter Egg DyeI hate to throw stuff away if I can use something for a craft. I dry coffee filters after they are used, then I use left over Easter egg dye to color the filters.

Removing Spray Adhesive From HandsI have been using spray adhesive for some different crafts lately. I have noticed once it gets on your hands, it is stuck quite well. You can't use rubber gloves, because all you'd do is stick to your project.

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Reuse Cat Litter ContainersAfter a thorough cleaning with vinegar, Dawn, and baking soda, I had a perfectly good, stay-fresh container for my dogs' and cat's food and treats!

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Saving Money on MoviesGoing to a movie can cost up to $20 for tickets for two and $15 to $25 for the popcorn and drinks. One good option is to buy the DVD for $15 or less and you can watch it over and over.

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Set A Routine for Your Toddler

Set A Routine for Your ToddlerThere is nothing more calming to a child then having a more or less constant routine. Here is what I used to have as a day's worth of learning and fun when my little ones were too young for school.

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Shop After Holiday Sales for Hostess GiftsTo save on hostess gifts, I purchase hand towels, kitchen towels, and cloth napkins all year long when they go on sale after any holiday. They are wonderful hostess gifts or stocking gifts at Christmas.

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Store Plastic Wrap in FreezerTo help in the battle with plastic wrap, keep in the freezer until needed. It will quickly warm up and regain its cling.

Using an eye glass case for holding scissors.

Use for Old Eyeglasses CaseI'm recycling my old eye glass cases. This one, I have found, is just the right size for three pairs of my craft paper scissors. I can turn back the flap and sew on a soda can tab/ring to hang it up.

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Use Onion Bag to Package CraftsSave colored onion bag netting for small items. If the bag is open ended, simply tie a knot in one end; fill, allowing approximately 6 inch excess; and cut off remainder.

Hang Jewelry On Thumb Tacks

Hang Jewelry On Thumb TacksBecause I have limited space to store anything, I hang my jewelry that I wear on a regular basis from thumbtacks that I stick on the inside door frame of my closet.

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Name Brand vs. GenericThese days there is a generic brand for nearly everything, from pharmaceutical drugs to shampoo. These brands are just as good or better than national brands and often contain the exact same active ingredients.

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Recipe Card HolderFor an easy recipe card holder. I took a spring clothes pin apart, nailed one side to my kitchen cabinet at eye level, then put it back together. This is real handy for any recipe that I am using

Cleaning Faux Fur FurnitureI use a 50/50 mixture of white vinegar and hydrogen peroxide to clean my brown faux fur chaise lounge, which was purchased in 1975.

Create Memory Book with Child's ArtOur children live in other states, but we always get together in the summer for a reunion at one of our homes. This year, I am making each one a memory book using all the pictures/drawings from their earliest years.

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Donations For Tornado Relief (Yazoo City, MS)I work in Yazoo City, MS. After this week's weather, I thought I would offer some advice to anyone wanting to help tornado victims.

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Frugal Chain NecklaceChain necklaces are all the rage, but the new trendy ones are pricey. Here's a tip - take smaller chain belts from the thrift store and fasten the ends together permanently by opening and closing a jump ring.

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Homemade Body LotionTo make homemade body lotion, you need 1 bottle each:

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Laundry Detergent as Carpet CleanerI am cleaning my carpets today, I ran out of store bought carpet cleaner, and I wanted get done. I started looking around the house to see what I could use. I decided on my brand of laundry soap.

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Limit Visits to Banks and ATMsIn some instances, it is smart to shop with cash only, but skip the bank or the ATM if you're withdrawing money. Instead, use your debit card to purchase small items and get cash back at no charge.

Making Powdered Milk Taste BetterThink about it. What is lacking from powered milk? (Answer: Fat) So, I add heavy cream to the reconstituted milk. My formula: 1 pouch powdered milk, 3 3/4 cup water, and 1/4 cup heavy cream.

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Plant Basil in Portable ContainerPlant basil in a small container so you can easily move it around in your garden. Basil has almost no pests and is a natural insect repellent. It is also the easiest herb to grow and tolerates little water and any type of soil.

Popsicle Sticks to Mark SeedsI have a little container garden and planted seeds in 6 containers. To mark my veggies, I used Popsicle sticks and just put the letter of the veggie planted. You can use both ends, if you want to change your choice of veggies for the next year, also.

Preventing Ear Infections in DogsI currently have 4 dogs (3 rescued). To avoid ear infections, all I can tell you is that I take them to the vet on a regular basis for all their check-ups and shots.

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Put Kids Table in Kiddie PoolI'm a grandma of 4 now, but when my own 2 children were growing up, I had an apartment that had carpeting in the dining room area. Eating time was messy on the carpet from 2 toddlers learning to eat "neatly."

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Reuse Margarine Containers for LeftoversWhen I purchase margarine, I buy the one that comes in two small containers, 1/2 lb. in each. They make great containers for leftovers. I just write on the lid what it contains with a black sharpie. Works great.

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Reuse Plastic Bags From LinensAt times we buy sheets,shower curtains, or cloth curtains, and most of these items come in very tough little plastic envelopes - some with zippers, some with snaps.

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Long Haired Chihuahua in grass

Bathing Small Dog That Hates WaterOne of my long-haried chihuahuas is now 6 years old, but right from day one she has hated being bathed. I decided to try taking her in the shower with me and it worked like a charm.

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Use Parchment Paper Instead of Cooking SprayI buy a roll of parchment paper and use it to line my cake pans when baking layer cakes. No need to grease the pan.

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