Uses for Old Video Tapes?What are some good uses for old video tapes? Especially ones that can't be used again for recording because they are worn out. Can they be recycled?
Alternative Uses for Old Tennis Shoes?Do you have any uses for old, unwanted tennis shoes?
Uses for Lemon and Orange Peels?What are all the uses you can think of for orange and lemon peels?
Uses for Liquid Detergent Bottles?What are some frugal uses for liquid detergent bottles?
What Can I Do With Tin Cans?What are some frugal, creative and/or crafty uses for tin cans?
Uses for Fishing Line?I have a ton of fishing line that I inherited and I don't fish. Does anyone have any frugal or creative ideas for using it?
Tax Tips?It's getting close to tax time again. A few readers suggested we do a Brainstorm looking for tax tips so here it is. Does anyone have any advice or tips to help people during the tax season?
A Critique of ThriftyFun?We've been running ThriftyFun and it's origins for nearly 5 years now and are looking for ideas to make ThriftyFun and our newsletters better. What parts (newsletters, website sections) do you like and/or not like?
Valentine Ideas?What are your favorite ideas for your Valentines Day gifts or activities?
Using It All - Old Clothes?What uses do you have for remaking things out of old clothes.
Using It All - Liquid Laundry Detergent Containers?Does anybody have any *unique* ideas for those liquid laundry detergent jugs and their measuring cup type lids? They are very sturdy and surely
there must be something we could do with them besides throwing them out or recycling them.
Using Plastic Things from around Soda Cans?Hi,
You know the plastic things that come from around a six pack of soda cans? Can anyone think of any good uses for those? I cut all of mine up so that they don't hurt the wildlife but it seem that there should be some other use for them rather than adding them to the landfill.
- Susan
Eggs?Eggs are an important ingredient in cooking or baking. What tips do you have for using eggs?
Redecorating 10 Year Olds Bedroom?I am only 10 years old and my room is just dull. Please help me get some re-decorating tips. These wallpapers have to go. Now! I have so little space.
Thank you.
BB
Jumbo Glue Sticks?I have several boxes of non-usable (no longer tacky) colorations jumbo glue sticks. I've been racking my brain about how I can recycle container and/or glue stuff. Most of the boxes are unopened so it seems like such a waste to just trash them but I can't use them for their intended purpose. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated. I work with preschool age children so some type of craft for young children would be a bonus.
Thanks
Reusing Soda Cans, Beer Bottles?I'm looking for uses for empty soda cans and beer bottles. Specifically, I recall seeing a wall made of the bottoms of beer/wine bottles. I am amendable to any artsy, groovy use. Also, I would like to learn about crafty uses for used soda cans. Please, no pencil/scissor/knitting needle holders.
College Baseball Banquet?I need help thinking of something unique/easy/fun and most importantly cheap thing to do for 15 centerpieces for a baseball banquet. Any suggestions?
Spring Banquet Ideas?I have to decorate for some Spring Banquets - the theme is 'Bloom Where You Are Planted'. Any ideas? I need about 30, so they have to be fairly inexpensive.
Uses for Paraffin Wax?I have a giant block of wax. I think it is used for candle making. I know very little about that. I believe it is paraffin wax. What are the uses for this around the house other than candle making. I bought it at a garage sale a while back.
Uses for Glass Milk Bottles?I have 20 milk jugs that were used for home milk delivery. What are some good uses for them?
Selling Magazines?Any ideas on how I can profit from current magazines that I have bought and read?
msparker
Making Furniture with Milk Crates?How can I make a foot stool and table out of milk crates?
CEE CEE
Decorating Using Small Plastic Juice Bottles?I have 5 to 6 small plastic bottles. Please give me some tips to use them for decorating my hall/bathroom/table. Thanks in advance.
Preparing for Campouts?Our first campout was in our backyard. We were only allowed to go inside the house to use the facilities. This way we got to practice setting up the tent and outdoor cooking. But the biggest advantage was we made a list of things we should "have brought" but didn't.
Uses for Used ink Pens?Do you know any uses for used pens that are out of ink? Especially the disposable kind.
Uses for Styrofoam?Does anyone know of what can be done with large pieces of styrofoam like computers and stereos are packed in? I have a bunch and don't want to just send it to the landfill. -Marianne
Carpet Padding Uses?Here are some uses for extra carpet padding. Post your ideas!
Uses for Old Bedding?How do you use old bedding? We have a lot of answers for sheets from last years brainstorm but what about blankets, mattress pads and pillows.
Uses for Plastic Bottle and Pop Can RingsIdeas for reusing the rings that come with six packs of aluminum pop cans and plastic bottles. Post your ideas!
Saving Money on Prom Dresses?Tips for saving money on prom dresses. Post your ideas!
Uses for Out Dated Satellite Dishes?I am always seeing in the " free " section of the local paper.. "Come get it free satellite dish" there must be some sort of "good" practical use for those antennas besides letting them go to the dump? I am going insane trying to figure out some sort of use for them? Thanks for you help!
Save Money on Hair Conditioner?Tips for saving money on hair conditioner. What are your ideas?
Creative Bubble Wrap Ideas?Creative ways to use bubble wrap. Post your ideas!
Reusing Wine Corks?Do you have any tips on reusing wine corks?
Creative Uses for Upholstery Samples?I have just picked up some free treasures at a yard sale: upholstery samples. They are various sizes; most are about the size of your average sofa pillow.
Uses for Cut off Blue Jean Legs?Last night I cut off my husbands blue jeans and made him some shorts. What can I do with the bottom portions that I have left? It has to be something really easy as I do not sew and don't have a machine and I have no little ones at home, just three little doggies! Thanks in advance! You ladies and gentlmen are the best! :)
Cookiepom
Frugal Furniture Ideas?Frugal furniture tips and ideas. Post your ideas!
Uses for Paper and Craft Ideas?What are things you can write on paper like; making lists, designing your dream bedroom, home made cards, etc. Also, do you have any ideas on simple crafts you can make yourself to give family members as gifts?
Thanx,
Kristi
Uses for Film Canisters?Ideas for reusing film canisters.
What to do with Cardboard Cigar Boxes?I need some ideas on what to do with about 30 cardboard cigar boxes I got at an auction this afternoon. Some are pretty old and some are not. Any ideas?
-tammy from virginia
Uses for Plastic Soda Pop Bottles?Does anyone have any uses for used plastic soda pop bottles?
Uses for Flower Tubes?I am looking for uses for flower tubes. I have a bag of plastic flower tubes (the kind that come from the florist that they put on the end of roses/flowers to retain water). Maybe there is someone out there that may know of additional uses of these tubes. Thanks.
Pam from MN
Saving Money Toothpaste?Tips for saving money on toothpaste. Post your ideas!
Saving Money on Dishwasher Soap?Tips for saving money on dishwasher soap.
Uses for Coca Cola?It's almost scary how many things you can accomplish with Coca Cola. Post your ideas below!
Uses for Baby Wipes?Useful ways to use baby wipes, other than their intended purpose. Post your ideas.
Uses for Stale Bread?Hi, I am looking for uses for stale bread. I thought that would make a nice Brainstorm. Anne
Uses for Ice Cream Buckets?Ideas for using the large plastic ice cream buckets. Post your ideas.
Using it all? Toothpaste/ShampooDo you have any tips on how to use all of a product or get the most out of a product like toothepaste or shampoo? Post your ideas below or send them to daily@thriftyfun.com
Uses for Mini Reese's Pieces Containers?I have collected a half dozen of the orange plastic containers in which mini Reese's Pieces are sold. They are too cute to throw away! What can I do with them?
- Coreen in Idaho
Rainy Day Dog Odors - Wet Dog Tips?Tips for dealing with a soggy smelling dog. Post your ideas.
Favorite Stores?What is you favorite store to shop at and why?
Can't Do Without Appliances?There are so many small appliances, one for every conceivable use. What are the ones that you really can't do without? The ones that you use more than once or twice a year and that you would just have to go out and buy again if you should donate it.
Uses for Fish Tank Water?What do you do with the leftover water from your fish tank maintenance?
Money Saving Milk Ideas?Ideas for saving money on milk. Post your ideas!
Uses for Rusty Or Old Muffin Tins?I have two nonstick muffin pans that have rusted. I hate to throw them away. Any ideas what i can do with them? Thanks.
Saving Money on Bubble Bath?Tips for saving money on bubble bath. Post your ideas!
Uses for Contact Lens Cups?Tips for reusing the lens cups that come with disposable contact lenses. Post your ideas.
Where's Erma Bombeck When We Need Her? Uses For Unmatched Socks.I am the proud owner of a large trash bag of widowed and orphaned socks--all colors, all sizes. Although Erma Bombeck would have known where to search for the mates, we've lost her and are on our own.
Uses for Cardboard Wrapping Paper Rolls?Uses for those cardboard rolls that you get with wrapping paper. Post your ideas.
Christmas Card Tips?Christmas card tips and ideas. Post your ideas.
Uses for Frisbees?Tips and ideas for using frisbees, other than throwing them. Post your ideas.
Uses for Old Boots?Tips and ideas for using old boots, other than wearing on your feet. Post your ideas.
Uses for Decorative Banks?Creative ideas for using "piggy" banks, other than just filling them with money. Post your ideas.
Saving Money on Candles?Tips for saving money on candles.
Uses for Aluminum Pie Pans?I have a ton of aluminum pie pans. I never want to throw them away. I know I can recycle them and use them for baking, does anyone know any other uses for these pans?
Uses For Leftover Candy Canes?Tips for using candy canes that are leftover from Christmas. Post your ideas.
Uses for Paper Clips?Tips for using paper clips for something other than organizing paper. Post your ideas.
Uses For Old Spice After Shave Bottles?Does anyone have any ideas on what to do with empty Old Spice aftershave bottles? I hate to throw them away.
Uses for Bread Bags?Ideas for reusing bread bags. Post your ideas...
Saving Money Printer Ink Cartridges?Tips and advice for saving money on ink cartridges for your printer. Post your ideas.
Uses for Vinyl Wallpaper?Tips for using vinyl wallpaper for something other than wallpaper. Post your ideas.
What to Do with a Huge Roll of Paper?I got a huge roll of paper from my aunt for Christmas but I don't know what to use it for. Any ideas? Kristi
Polishing Shoes?Tips and ideas about polishing shoes. Post your ideas.
Selling at Garage Sales?Tips from our readers for throwing a garage sale. Post your ideas!
Uses for Perfume Advertisements?Tips for using the perfume ads that come with many magazines. Post your ideas.
Cleaning Out The Refrigerator?Tips for cleaning out the fridge. Post your ideas.
Creative Uses for Empty CD Jewel Cases?Looking for creative uses for empty CD jewel cases. We have lots of them! Please post your ideas.
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Natural Headache Cures?Natural cures for headaches. Post your ideas.
Uses for Old Tablecloths?Ideas for using old tablecloths that are stained or you no longer want to use on a table. Post your ideas.
Uses For Belts?Tips for using clothng belts for something other than keeping your pants up. Post your ideas.
February Best Buys?The best buys, food and other products, available during the month of February. Post your ideas.
Uses for Junk Mail?Ideas for using junk mail in a productive way. Post your ideas!
Frugal Weight Loss?Hello, I am looking for some frugal tips, recipes or strategies to lose a little weight. What foods should I avoid, what foods should I eat instead?
Links about catalogs and samples?Thanks for all the wonderful tips I see. Does anyone know any good links that have good reasonable catalog offers? Free Samples links?
Saving Money on Music?Tips for saving money on music (CDs, Tapes, etc.). Post your ideas.
Frugal Planter Ideas?Ideas for inexpensive planters. Post your ideas.
Uses For Plastic Air Mattresses?Reusing plastic air mattresses for something other than a mattress. Post your ideas.
Alternative Uses for Hair Conditioner?Uses for hair conditioner, other than using in your hair. Post your ideas.
Using It Up - Beauty Items?Tips for using the last little bit of beauty items and cosmetics. Post your ideas.
Uses For Unwanted Books?Tips for recycling or using unwanted books. Post your ideas.
Organizing Dirty Laundry?Tips for organizing dirty clothes. Post your ideas.
Tips for Swallowing Pills?Swallowing pills can be hard for some people. Here are some tips to help. Post your ideas.
Uses For Tortilla Chips?Have some tortilla chips that are a little stale or some crumbs left in the bottom the bags? Here are some ideas for using those chips.
Uses for Club Soda?Ideas for using club soda. Post your ideas.
Uses for Potato Masher?Ideas for using a potato masher, other than mashing potatoes. Post your ideas.
Saving Money On Tights?Buying Tights for school uniforms is just far too expensive, especially when your teacher's are far too strict! for example my Headmistress told me to throw away and not wear these tights to school again, just because of one small ladder!
Pre-schooler Craft Projects?I'm just looking for bright and fun crafts I can make with a four year old without doing the whole project for him. Also I'm looking for projects that don't have small or toxic parts so the one year old can be involved.
New Ideas For Church Fundraising?Anybody have any new ideas for fundraising? I need some fresh ideas for a small Catholic school in need of funds.
Frugal and Environmentally Friendly?As I look for ways to save money, I often discover that while trying to save money and live a frugal life, I also end up doing things in an environmentally friendly way.
Passed Over For a Job, Need Ideas To Cheer Hubby Up?Hey everybody, my poor husband is so exhausted from working 2 jobs lately. He works full-time at Coca-Cola (5:30 a.m. to 4:00 pm) and then goes straight to work at Home Depot and works til' closing there. I need to think of something really nice to do for him today before he gets home... to cheer him up. He works his tail off and deserves a reward. My mind is blank.
Arthritis Tips?Tips for dealing with arthritis pain. Post your ideas.
Saving Money Going To The Movies?Money saving tips for going to the movies. Post your ideas.
Saving Money on Homeschooling Supplies?Tips for saving money on homeschooling books and supplies. Post your ideas.
Uses for Big Plastic Tubs?I have a stash of items that I need ideas of how to use them rather than throwing them away. What can I do with those big plastic tubs with rope handles?
Uses for Plastic Deli Platters?Ideas for reusing the large plastic platters you get from Delis. Post your ideas.
Organizing Your Upright Freezer?Ideas for organizing an upright freezer. Post your ideas.
Uses for Paper Towel Rolls?Tips for reusing empty paper towel rolls. Post your ideas.
Recycling Plastic Lids?Tips for reusing plastic lids. Post your ideas.
Ideas for Clothespins?What do you use clothes pins for other than hanging clothes
on a clothes line?
Uses for Sawdust and Wood Chips?Tips for using sawdust and wood chips. Post your ideas.
Saving on Toilet Paper?Ok, this may sound kinda weird but, what do you do to save on toilet paper? What is the best buy on it and how do you avoid overusing it? TIA
Uses for Concentrated Juice Lids?Uses for the metal lids that come off concentrated juice containers. Post your ideas.
Uses For Campbell's Select Microwave Bowls?I bought one of the Campbell's Select "Savory Lentil Soup" in the microwavable bowl. It does say on the label not to re-use the container. It is a sturdy container with a dandy sturdy cover and it is a shame to have to just throw away the whole thing after one use.
Uses for Extra Photos?Ideas for using photos (extras or duplicates) that you don't plan on saving. Post your ideas.
Reusing AOL CDs & Computer Disks?We all have lots of old floppy disks and cds around thanks to AOL and CD Burners. Do you have any good uses for them?
Eliminating Musty Smells From a Room?Tips and ideas for eliminating musty smells. Post your ideas.
Thrift Store Shopping Tips?Tips for getting the most out of thrift store shopping. Post your ideas.
Uses for an Old Crib?I have the crib my father used when he was a baby and do not wish to give it away (it is probably no longer considered safe for a baby today anyway). It is about 3.5 feet high, is on wheels, is 3.5 feet long and 2.5 feet wide. The sides are not moveable.
Uses for Oven Mitts?Tips for using oven mitts outside of the kitchen.
Reusing Paper?How do you reuse paper? Please state the kind of paper you are reusing.
Uses for Yogurt Containers?I'm looking for interesting uses for everyday objects like yogurt containers.
Uses For Shower Curtains?What are some of the different ways people have found to use shower curtains. Other than the obvious!
Uses for Lampshades?I have recently acquired some old lampshades (mostly the bigger sizes). I am looking for cool ways/ideas to use these! I would like to make some sort of funky outdoor lighting with them. All suggestions welcome.
Smoothie Recipes?I would like some recipes for smoothies.
