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Tip: Dealing with Frizzy Hair

August 19, 2011

Frizzy hair is a challenge but shouldn't be the decision maker of what kind of day you are going to have. A good hair trim is where to start. Every 6 - 8 weeks the ends need to be trimmed.

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Tip: Pretty Vase as a Fruit Fly Trap

August 19, 2011

I choose a pretty small vase that I can leave on the counter. Place a piece of banana or apple inside the vase, and wrap the top with plastic wrap. Poke a couple of small holes in the top, and leave beside the fruit basket.

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Tip: Getting Rid of Bad Odors in the Fridge

August 17, 2011

Clear out everything, throw away any left overs, wash any containers that hold odor, all fruit, opened packages will and have absorbed the odor you want to get rid of.

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Tip: Use Homemade Astringent and Mask for Acne

August 16, 2011

Start by cleaning your face. I use glycolic cleaner, it's non-irritating and helps clean pores out. A mixture of cinnamon and lime or lemon juice is excellent after washing your face.

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Advertising TipsI am team captain for a Relay for Life Team and we have an annual yard sale. We always place an ad in the local newspaper, post flyers at local businesses, and post a notice on our company's website.

After-Sun Lotion Instead Of Aloe Or VinegarWhen I was younger and also many times over the years I have heard, read, and had people tell me to put vinegar on a sunburn. DO NOT do this! Sure, it may work on some people, but for those of us who it doesn't work on, it can cause a lot of pain!

Aloe Vera Slices

Aloe Vera Sunburn RemedyI live in Florida where we see a lot of sunburn cases. The most effective and natural remedy is the Aloe Vera plant. They grow wild here in Florida. Remove one leaf of the aloe plant and keep it in your refrigerator crisper drawer.

Alphabetize Your Spice RackMy brother gave me a spice rack which holds nearly all my spices. I used a label maker and labeled the top of each jar. This particular rack hangs on the wall with the jars at an angle, so I can read the labels.

Barter for MembershipBarter! I work 10 hours each month at our local fitness studio for free monthly membership.

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Buy And Freeze Small Spice ContainersWhen spices go on sale, I buy extra and store them in the little shelves in my freezer. I have also discovered that the little jars/bottles of spices are the best buy, as the larger bottles of spices lose their strength.

Buying a Generic Brand to Save MoneyShop around for a generic everyone likes. We discovered the Food City brand Dr. Wow in our area tasted just like Dr. Pepper (just a bit more carbonated). Dr. Pepper sells at $4.29 for a 12 pack of cans while the Dr. Wow sells for $4.89 for a 24 can pack.

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Cleaning Very Dirty Records with SoapFor records that are in really bad shape, you can use dish soap and a cotton cloth. Pour some soap on the record and run the cloth around the record with the grooves.

Cleaning Vinyl RecordsI wash each vinyl record with Dawn and a soft sponge, then let it dry in the dish rack. After they have dried, I apply a thin coating of fabric softener and let it dry. This reduces the static a lot.

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GasBuddy App For Cheaper GasMy favorite and most-used app is GasBuddy. I use it everytime before I buy gas. It gives you the gas prices of the stations near the place you enter so you can buy the cheapest gas available. Great money saver!

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Good Garage Sale SignsMake sure your signs are easy to read. A very, clear arrow in the direction the driver needs to go is essential. An address on the sign is nice as well.

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Inexpensive Cleaner for Pet Urine StainsTo remove pet urine smells and stains from my carpet, I have always used a mixture of 2 parts distilled white vinegar to 9 parts water.

Keep Lettuce in a Plastic BagI have found that lettuce will keep up to 2 weeks if I start with a head of lettuce. I pull off the amount of leaves I need from the outside of the head and leave the hard center intact.

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Keeping Green and Red Leaf LettuceMy green and red leaf lettuce keeps for about two weeks. I wrap it in a paper towel, and then put in into a plastic grocery sack. I then store it in the crisper of my refrigerator.

Lavender Bath for SunburnsFirst, take a cool bath to cool the burn. I add lavender which helps take the sting feeling out of the burn. Soak 15-20 minutes. Pat dry.

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Making Newspaper Cat LitterShred some newspaper and soak it in a Tbsp. of dish soap and water. Allow it to soak until the water gets dirty. Drain it off in a colander and re-soak it in plain water. Drain it again and mix in some baking soda.

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Mild Sunburn ReliefHaving fair skin and loving to swim, I have had sunburns since I was a child. For mild sunburns (reddened skin, mild heat), I suggest a cool water bath that has vinegar added.

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Crayons sorted by color inside small pots in muffin pan.

Muffin Tin For CrayonsI've seen some people use muffin pans with mini metal plant pots inside to hold the crayons vertically and to separate colors. Accessible, colorful, functional.

Peeling a MangoI just cut on both sides of the pit of the mango and peel the pieces, as well as any parts that still cling to the pit. None of the fruit is wasted.

Peroxide and Ammonia CleanerThis cleaner is cheap and works wonders. The recipe was given to me by my daughter years ago.

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Store Remotes In Plastic Makeup BagMy husband recently asked me to purchase a couple of clear plastic makeup bags with zippers to place his various remote controls. This works perfect for him.

Storing Multiple RemotesLike most households we have quite a few remotes. Here's my way of keeping them organized and not lost when not in use.

Tips for Making Blueberry MuffinsI have a couple of solutions that work well. I always spray my paper cups with cooking spray before putting in the batter. Before I add my blueberries to the batter, I coat them with a tablespoon or so of flour.

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Using Cold Aloe Vera GelI keep a bottle of aloe vera in the fridge. It is very soothing.

Using Collectible Bowls for JewelryI have collected tiny, little shallow bowls for years. They are so cute. I put them out on my dresser in my bedroom and use them for my earrings, bracelets, and necklaces. Now I can enjoy both the little bowls and my displayed jewels!

A happy dog on a couch.

Vegetables and Fruit for Dog TreatsA healthy alternative to expensive dog treats are vegetable and fruit. Dogs love chewing on fresh carrots. Canned green beans or canned carrots are also healthy and good for them with no fillers.

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Walking for ExerciseWalking is one of the best all around exercises that a person can do. It doesn't require any special equipment, other than a good pair of walking shoes. You can walk almost anywhere at any time, even in inclement weather if you have the appropriate attire.

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Wicker Basket For RemotesDeposit all the remotes in an attractive wicker basket that fits next to your husband's recliner. Your problem is solved instantly.

Wrap Lettuce in FoilI keep lettuce and celery in aluminum foil. That works for me.

Put a Photo of Your Destination in Your WalletAcquire a photo of your destination vacation spot and reduce the photo so that it fits in your wallet. Place it where you can see it each time you reach for your cash, credit card or check to make a purchase.

Use Dots And Labels For Garage Sale PricesI used fluorescent dots from the office supply store. These work really well if you have large items to mark and they're really easy to spot by the shoppers.

White Vinegar For Carpet CleaningI have a Bissell Shampoo machine, bought especially because I had 2 older dogs, that once in a while peed on my carpet. To make a long story short, I tried everything everyone suggested and happened upon a good one.

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Dry Shampoo for Greasy HairBefore companies created the dry shampoo to use when you don't have time to wash your hair, I used baby powder. Just sprinkle sparingly on your head and massage into your scalp.

Keep A Snake's Cage Secure"Make sure the cage is secure!" I always said to make sure the top screen is tight. My daughter said, "He won't leave his home." She was an older teen at the time, famous last words!

Lemon Juice or Vinegar for Greasy HairMix the equivalent of the juice from 1 lemon with 1 cup water. Pour through your hair, and then rinse with warm water.

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Read Ebay's Rules FirstI would like to add a post for potential eBay Sellers. I was a seller on eBay. Read all of eBay rules and regulations BEFORE becoming a seller. The Buyer is fully protected, the Seller has next to nothing in protection from bogus bidders and/or buyers.

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Use Clarifying Shampoo for Greasy HairTo keep oily hair under control, I use a clarifying shampoo every other time I wash my hair. I always follow a thorough rinsing with a mixture of one quart water and 1/4 cup cider vinegar.

Use Community Websites When Planning TripsA few years ago, I taught an "Introduction to the Internet" class for the Community Education Department of the local school district. The project I presented to the class was to "map out" the vacation of their dreams.

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Used Vacuum For the GarageI don't spend money on those vacuums for the garage, workshop, etc. I buy the old working vacs from garage sales, for no more than $4.00. They do the job just as well.

Using Olive Oil and Aloe Vera for Stretch MarksCombine the following ingredients in a small container and place in the freezer until it solidifies.

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Using Shoes Instead of Tennis Balls When Washing ComfortersI just threw my full down comforter in the washer along with several pair of heavy size 9 flip flops and toddler Keen sandals. I used low suds detergent and 1/2 cup vinegar to freshen things up.

Attract Butterflies with Native PlantsAttracting butterflies can be easily be accomplished by using native plants. In my midwest location some of the best plants are Coreopsis, Rudbeckia (Black-eyed Susan) and Echinacae (Coneflower).

Bananas in the GardenOh my dear, I love bananas trees. I lived in Florida and I would go in the wild to get them. I would transfer them into my back yard. In the winter sometimes it was hard to keep them.

Calculating the Costs to Board Your HorseIf you live in a city or large town, there is probably more than one stable or home that rents out space for your horse.

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Temporary Fix for Greasy HairA quick temporary fix to greasy hair is to just sprinkle a bit of baby powder or talcum powder in it, and fluff it through. It will buy a bit of time until the hair can be washed!

Using Corn Starch for Greasy HairWe used to do with my bedridden grandmother. Sprinkle a little baby powder or even better, a bit of cornstarch in her hair to refresh it. Then brush it briskly to remove the oils with the powder being brushed out.

Using Olive Oil for Greasy HairHair gets greasy when shampoo is too hard. To solve this problem, just give your hair the oil it needs:

Clover

Alternative Options for Getting Rid of CloverI have 3 solutions, all rethinking the problem. First, don't get rid of the clover. It's a legume, and is normally there as part of a grass stand, keeping your soil fertile. You'll learn to love it.

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Cleaning Garage EfficientlyI keep certain things on hand when cleaning the garage, such as my camera, which I use to take pictures of things I want to sell so I can post them quickly. Of course cleaning supplies, and a large floor squeegee works wonders when mopping a garage floor to get it dry fast.

Use Broken TV For Large FrameMy husband repairs big screen T.V.s, for a living. The frames around the screens make perfect large frames for paintings, quilts, etc.

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Shampoo With Baking SodaFor the shampoo, I put about a tablespoon of baking soda in a jar, and add a cup of warm water. Mix it first, and spread it throughout your scalp, and massage it in well.

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