Use Diatomaceous Earth To Deter Slugs
Absolutely plus it also works for hard shelled bugs ( like ants) too! A safe alternative to using dangerous pesticides and chemicals!
Power Goes Out When Using Microwave?
Probably overload from too many appliances on the same breaker. Kitchens use a lot of juice; microwave,toaster, refridge,coffemakers and other appliances and possibly your stove if its electric. Sometimes plugging one of the larger appliances (or toaster or...
Get Cash Back at Stores
Yes, my bank doesnt charge a fee to use their ATM (I didnt think any charged a fee to use their own atm) but my branch isnt close/convenient to visit each time I want cash since I live rurally. My banker told me this hint because they dont charge any fee to...
Speech Ideas for Receiving an Award?
How about encouraging others to volunteer to experience the wonderful fulfillment that your volunteering has given to your life?
Replacement Drip Tray for George Foreman?
I just use the smaller, rectangular shaped Styrofoam trays that come from some grocery items, usually in the produce aisle, ex: 3 tangerines or 3 avocados would be that size.
Mother's Day Banquet Decorations?
How about researching all the first names of the mothers in your church and enlarging them a bit, then printing them out onto sheets of colored paper? Everyone will look for the name of their mother so it will make the decorations personal!
14th Birthday Party Ideas?
See if there are any non profit events (walks, runs, etc) going on that you can help support by attending as a team in your honor and go out to it! They can use your support and they normally supply lots of fun food and stuff to do and you will always remember...
Getting Back to Natural Hair Color?
Why not visit a beauty parlor supply shop and see if they can recommend colors? They also sell the caps and supplies right there and can make recommendations for you to either try yourself or get someone to help. Its easier than you think!
Removing Dye Transferred for Clothes?
There is an old product called bluing. It doesnt damage clothes like bleach but it whitens whites (only whites). It is a little tricky since it stains stuff, so follow its directions. You add a little to your washer water (to turn it light blue) then add the...
Husband's 80th Birthday Ideas?
Why not make a nice medley of some of his favorite music and get someone to help you make a nice video (or photo collage) of some of your favorite family photos from your albums to play at his party or for him? I did this for my father for his 90th birthday...
Getting Hair Back to Natural Color?
I would have a salon put my original color highlights in the hair and then get a cut into a cute short style that is most becoming to start working back to its natural color. That way you get rid of damaged hair and it will get back to its original color quicker...
Child Care Business Name?
How about... A Vacation Apart (Where kids experience their own event while you attend yours)
Luffa Sponge for Soap Stand
Discovered that the luffa piece makes a great scratch FREE pot scrubber too!
Killing Grass on Driveway?
I dont use any pesticides since I think they harm the earth and things that live on it. But I heard some folks use a small torch (either propane or a lit stick) to burn the grass. It doesnt come back they said.
Catchy Slogan for Daycare Business?
How about: Enter the cottage and join the fun! A Cottage of Caring! Step into the cottage of caring and fun.
Slogan for Childcare Center?
Where your child is treated royally! Where Kids are Kings! We give your child the royal treatment!
Nursing Home Ladies Get Together Ideas?
One day discuss current news events to keep them involved in the larger world. Maybe ask ahead of time for places then one day discuss places they may have visited in their lifetimes and perhaps show a dvd (free from library) on different places and let them...
Catchy Name for My Preschool?
How about: Play with Clay Daycare Molding Clay Daycare Squishy Clay Daycare Fun! Clay Day Daycare Playing with Clay Daycare! Molding Clay & Kids Daycare! (I sure hope you end up playing with clay alot with that name..hahaha)
Childcare Business Name Ideas?
Heres a few: Create-for Kids! Creative Kids Exploration! Door to Discovery
Childcare Business Name Ideas?
Other name ideas: Junior Explorer Live and Learn Dig Right In Dare to get dirty! Could be the slogan... BTW...I applaud your enthusiasm to let kids learn by doing even if it means a little messy!
Daycare Name Ideas?
Hmm....how about: Christian Caring by Mrs. Ruth Christian Childcare by Mrs. Ruth Tiny Blessings with Mrs. Ruth Precious Blessings with Mrs. Ruth Under Loves Wing with Mrs. Ruth Christian Truth With Mrs. Ruth
Name Ideas for a Children's Clothing Business?
New clothes or consignment I wonder... How about: Kiddie Closet Jr. Dress or Jr. Dress and Assess. Clothes for Kids Get Dressed! Go Get Dressed! Munchkins Corner or Munchkins Corner Closet Babys wardrobe Baby Bear
Name and Tag Line for Kids' Fitness Centre?
How about: Play Day Making Muscles Playroom Ready, Set, Grow! or Ready, Set, Go! FunHouse! RunHouse? Activity Zone Recess Go Play! Taglines: Nurturing mind and body through play Encouraging the business of play! Encouraging play every day!
17th Birthday Party Ideas?
Since its pretty late Id suggest cool box games. Cranium is a fun one that offers an assortment of different things to do that gets folks laughing! If your friends are brave enough, lip singing to their favorite songs is another idea.
Name Ideas for Interior Design Business?
Organic Designs Lived In Repose Your Castle Home Plus or Home+ Inner Reflections Your Oasis Finishing Touches Mirror Image Nest (my personal favorite)
Decorating a Box Pleat Skirt?
One strip of a contrasting or interesting trim or ribbon sewn either straight down the front or a little offset to the side might help! Interesting tights might too!
Name Ideas for a Cleaning Business?
How about one of these: Cleaning Up Spare Hands Household Helpers Backup Crew Body Double Helping Hands We got your back Home Care Specialists Finishing Touches
Names for a Babysitting Business?
How about one of these: Kiddie Lookout or Kid Lookout Lookout Jr Lookout for Little Ones Watching Jr
Childcare Business Name Ideas?
Good luck on your plans! How about: Ashleys Loving Arms Daycare Tiny Blessings Daycare Their Second Home Daycare Ashleys Playroom Ashleys Learning Center Little Darlings Daycare Baby Bear Daycare
Using Beans for Flowerpot Drainage?
I think the beans would eventually soaken and may even take nutrients from the plant you are growing... They wont sprout if buried that deep though. You can use lots of other things around a house from pebbles on the side of the road, marbles, broken pieces...
Leaving an Abusive Spouse?
I agree about finding your local womans shelter! They are wonderful and supportive. They have heard it ALL and more and can help you have a life without living in fear for yourself and your children. YOU deserve that!
Daycare Business Name Ideas?
Ive responded to this question regularly on Thrifty Fun. Id advise you search it to see some past responses to similar questions and GOOD LUCK!
18th Birthday Party Ideas?
You will be ABSOLUTELY alone? NO family members at all around? IF that is the case, I would look up all the things that your new area is known for and try to visit as many as possible, enjoying your new freedom and place to explore! Treat it as an adventure...
17 Birthday Party Ideas?
Two of my children were born in Oct so we always had fun parties... Weve created haunted houses,held costume parties, visited a cornfield maze, pumpkin decorating contest/parties (and gave the finished pumpkins to our library to raffle off to earn them some...
12th Birthday Party Ideas?
How about checking out any local beauty schools for inexpensive day of beauty treatments like a hair styling, facial, manicure, pedi...many offer parties where I live but I am not in LA. Or you could go to that great big soda distributor (sorry the name eludes...
Extend the Shelf Life of Bananas
Hmm... will have to try that. I used to deal with a banana wholesaler and they swear by refrigerating them but I must not have the exact correct temp. since mine turn dark within a few days...booo. :D
Name Ideas for an Ice Cream Brand?
How about some more info... What flavor/s do you intend to sell? Are they going to be all natural, healthy, low fat, high end, fruit flavored? Will you sell anything other than ice cream?
Name Ideas for an Ice Cream Brand?
Also, where are you based? Any info about what will make YOUR company better/different is good to help.
All Natural Non-Stick Cooking Spray
A little concerned about the water/oil mix. Just make sure you dont spray it directly into a heated pan since the water will splatter.
Getting Rid of Little Flies in Diaper Pail?
I would buy a small vial of citrus or eucalyptus essential oil (choose your favorite scent) from a healthfood store, add on or two drops (it is concentrated so use sparingly) to some olive oil and wipe the entire inside of the pail with it. It is safe and insects...
15th Birthday Ideas?
Previous answer sounds good plus perhaps you girls could make fancy infused teas to taste with a little research into ingredients! High teas could be a fun experience and there is an art to making tea!
Cleaning a Burnt Stainless Steel Pot?
For some burnt on messes you can add water to the pot and put it back on the stove until the water boils a while. Many times it pulls off the burnt materials. Good Luck!
Daycare Slogan Ideas?
YOUR kids are OUR kids! Kiddie Care when youre not there! Your Childs care is our Mission! Your Kids Count!
Remedy for Streaky Floor Tile?
Streaks usually mean residue is remaining. Try diluted white vinegar in water 1 (vinegar) to 4 (water) ratio on one tile and see how it works. Vinegar will remove residue and leave items shining. If you dont like the vinegar scent dont worry, it goes away after...
Choosing the Best Name for Your Business?
Wow... sounds like you have multiple businesses. That may cause some confusion when marketing. I would concentrate on your strongest interests (interior design OR baking..etc) and not try to be everything to everyone otherwise you may have a weak response to...
Getting Hair Back to Natural Colour?
Hair normally grows about an inch a month. Luckily yours is short already and color usually fades out so I dont think it will look bad at all. Just continue to get it trimmed with a shaggier end rather than blunt to soften your look and reduce the color difference...
Mothball Smell in Plastic Purse?
Yeah, they are stinky arent they? You need to remove the smell rather than try to mask it... since it may only smell worse! I would try airing it outside for as long as possible, then possibly filling the bag directly or make a cheesecloth full of baking soda...
My Two Gardeners
Thanks so much! I think shes pretty too! Thats why I just entered her glam close up into the PETS contest on Thrifty Fun! Check her out when it gets added!
Name for Facebook Child Safety Support Group?
Safe Child Support Group Child Secure Support Group Safe n Sound Support Group Cautious Caregivers Protecting Innocence
Clean Living Is Frugal Living
There have been multiple studies over the years on the chemicals in products. One resource you can to check out is: psr.org (physicians for social responsibility) a non-profit educational website. Here is a excerpt from their website under: Toxic Chemicals...
Daycare Name Ideas?
How about one of these: Making Memories Learning Center Childhood Memories Learning Center Precious Memories Childhood Learning Center
Homemade Powdered Laundry Soap
You are after my own heart Melissa! I too make homemade housecleaning products! Check out my liquid soap entry coming soon! :D
Value of Pennsylvania Ball Bearing Reel...
Go onto EBAY and in the top right corner click on Advanced. You can put in the make and model of your item and it will tell you what people are buying it for... good luck!
Cleaning Business Slogan Ideas?
Heres a few: We keep your company clean! No more Messy Business! We keep Clean Company! We keep your Company looking professional! We Care for your Company!
Cleaning Business Name Ideas?
Heres a few: Missys Home Cleaning Mission Air Force Clean Cleaning Excellence (its all we do) Advanced Cleaners Defenders of Clean Cleaning with a Mission by Missy Fly-Fight-Win then Clean (By Missy) Cleaning Regiment Clean Force!
Craft Uses for Pringles Cans?
I know I like to transfer any good I buy that comes in a bag into a firm container: beans, rice, pasta, etc. You could also punch a few holes in the top and add some live herbs sprigs, hanging into the container to dry them safely.
Finding Inexpensive Daycare Equipment?
I regularly see nice articles given or thrown away at clothing drops and yard sales and I feel awful that they go to the dumps! Try free ads in Craigs list and local papers and an ad on community bulletin boards and possibly your local library. You may even...
Cleaning with Vinegar and Brown Paper Bags?
Sorry about your mom! Its probably just window cleaning- which is 1/4 to 1/2 cup white vinegar to 2 cups water. Mix into a spray bottle and use the brown paper bag to clean the windows..IF you get streaks its from residue from previous window spray. If you...
Curtain Color Advice?
Loved decorating my first apartment! Its your chance to discover your own style! Heres a hint to go inexpensively but still stylishly...check out sheet sets (either new or at your local thrift stores!) They come with a sewn in pocket that you can just slip...
Lazy Cake
Hahaha...I like the name and voted for you! Heres an EVEN LAZIER idea! I just used chocolate cake mix (moist kind) plus 1 cup pumpkin puree (NOT pumpkin pie mix)..mixed together. Place in a greased pan, 375 for 20 minutes. Wa-La! I personally added walnuts...
Lazy Cake
Hahaha...I like the name and voted for you! Heres an EVEN LAZIER idea that creates a chocolate brownie with only two ingredients...very similar to yours! I just used chocolate cake mix (the moist kind) plus 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned although I used a cup...
Name Ideas for Furniture Painting Business?
How bout: Restored Relics Refaced Furniture Instant Vintage Faux Vintage Furniture with a Past
Parade Float Idea?
Ouuu...Sounds like FUN! If you can choose any float theme How about My Bonnie lies over the Ocean and have a waterfall/water theme with your lovely plants surrounding it? The song is know by most people, catchy and you can invite the spectators to sing along...
House Cleaning Business Name Ideas?
I agree about length..eventually it will be hard to fit on promotional materials (and costly if you pay by size of wording)... How about one of these: Double Scrubbers Dual Cleanup Clean Times 2 Twice as Clean...
Printing Business Name Ideas?
Hmmm... I would think you might like to accent the wide format printing since that is unique... so heres a few ideas: BIG PRINT Print Perfect LARGE PRINT Print Plus Large Print Plus CopyCat (lots of cute logos and slogans could go with this one)
Living Room Colours Advice?
Can you get a larger piece of that wallpaper to put it up on the wall and see how it interacts with the light in that room? It IS a statement...and reds tend to be vibrant and not a calming color..just realize that for the living room. Also, a little goes a...
15th Birthday Party Ideas?
Awww...you sound like a good friend to invite her favorite friends to a party. I dont know how shy she is but here are a few ideas.. Id definitely make a big poster board with the title: Why you so special Then have little colored post it notes (Staples and...
15th Birthday Party Ideas?
Another idea is to provide some ice cream and lots of fun toppings and everyone makes their own Signature Ice Cream.
Masquerade Themed Sweet Sixteen?
Sounds like fun! Good for you coming up with a great theme! OK...here are a few ideas. Ask each person for an electronic picture of their faces, print them each full size on paper then cut their pictures into 3 slices horizontally. Then either photo the slices...
Make a Seed Sprouter for Salads
Yes, I also buy seeds at the END of each season (75 to 90% off!) so I like to sprout my garden seeds before planting them just to make sure they germinate...so I do both, sprout for sandwiches/salads and for my garden.
Asking for a Cash Gift for Combined Birthday Party?
Hmmm....a little creative thinking on your part there. We have a few family members who will host parties for two birthday kids together...four would really be pushing your creativity to still make each child special and not confuse everyone. I would still...
Zucchini Not Setting Fruit?
Fertilize the plants. There is probably something lacking in the soil. Add a tablespoon of Epsom salt in a gallon of water and water them. If you are actually seeing the blossoms, grab a cotton swab and gently swipe the center portion. Continue to each bloom...
ThriftyFun is Part of My Family
I identify! My family regularly mentions Thrifty Fun to me as well! Especially whenever I make something new or am experimenting with one of my newest projects/hobbies! So happy that your post didnt go down a different road I feared! Hahaha!
Donating Used Trophies?
Why not put them free on craigs list? May have a needy organization who might want them. OR contact whatever sport club they are from your local organizations. It could save them money from having to buy trophies...which are so costly. They would only need...
Name Ideas for Home Cleaning/Pet Sitting Business?
How about: Home Care Assistant or if you want to get creative Back Up Plan Pitch In- Personal/Home Assistant Home Support Clockwork- A comprehensive home and personal assistance company
14th Birthday Party Ideas?
Rather than the rope swing/swim, what about finding a lake, pool or state park to swim at? Still tons of fun, just no danger aspect. You could pack a fun Birthday Picnic with watermelon fruit salad, bbq hot dogs/hamburgers (and maybe sparklers if its close...
Name for Interior Designing Firm?
How about considering any of the following: SPACE- Design & Style Fit- Interior Design created just for you Breathing Space- Eco Interior Design Presence- Personal Interior Designer Eco Original- Personal Interior Designs Flow- Eco based interior designs Reflection...
Quick and Healthy Tilapia
Sounds like another winning recipe from you Melissa! I have some frozen tilapia that I needed to fin a new recipe for. I will make this one today! Thanks!'
Parade Float Ideas for Real Estate Office?
Well I would think HOME SWEET HOME, Home is where the HEART IS, The Three Pigs or other HOME based references would be great for business and fun too! Or if you have the time and talents you can even mirror the characters from the wizard of Oz, including Dorothy...
Preschool/Childcare Name Ideas?
OK, using your butterfly theme, how about: Life Stages Daycare Caterpillar Child Care Cycle - Nurturing Child Care Caterpillar to Butterfly Child Care Awakening- Loving Child Care Helping them spread their Wings (slogan) Highlighting learning themes: Budding...
Shopping for Inexpensive Flannel...
Many times when I need material/fabric for a new project I check local Salvation Army/thrift stores, thrift and garage sales. They cost a fraction of the price and sometimes I get lucky enough to find brand new items (with their price tags still on them!) I...
Cleaning Stains in a Porcelain Tub?
Cut a lemon in half and sprinkle one half with salt. Use it as a scrubber on the stains. The lemon bleaches the stains safely while the salt scrubs the stains off. Good Luck!
Donating Quilting Cottons?
Wish you lived close by...why not call the local churches or any organizations that help the homeless (food kitchens, etc) and see if theyd like them to create blankets? You might ask your local library if they know of anyone who does this kind of work for...
Inexpensive Gift for Mom's Birthday?
You could take or use an appropriate photo or family photo she might like and have it enlarged at a photo booth (drug stores are great for this) and frame it for her..I love those type of things as a mom!They are one of a kind gifts! Making a meal or dessert...
Daycare Business Names?
How about one of these: Chars Little Charmers Chars Cherubs - Day Care Chars Children Chars Chatterboxes
Realty Business Name Ideas?
Congratulations on your license! How about: Finally HOME Real Estate Home Sweet Home Real Estate ROOTS Real Estate DreamHouse R.E. Househunter R.E. Pathways R.E. (or Perfect Pathway R.E.)
Cleaning Business Name Ideas?
Hmmm...if you dont mind me saying...the butterflies, shooting stars, etc. remind me of a child care or other type of business...no connection to cleaning.... I studied advertising art so my recommendations would be to highlight the BENEFIT to the customer... How...
Daycare Name Ideas?
How about: Katies Play House Katies Imagination (or Katies Imagination Station) Katies Kingdom (or Katies Kingdom of Fun) Katies Kaleidoscope Katies Kids! Let us know if you pick a name! Good Luck!
Daycare Name Ideas?
Wow...sounds like a unique twist and very educational for the children...good for you! How about: International Child Care Child Care with South American Flair Expanded Horizons Child Care GLOBE Childcare (my personal favorite...you can teach kids all bout...
Daycare Name Ideas?
How about one of these? Second Home Daycare Little Darling Daycare Cutie Pie Daycare Live and Learn Daycare Center
Slogan for Daycare Center?
Where your child is treated like a KING! (OR Where your child is treated ROYALLY) Welcome to the Kingdom of Fun! (or Welcome to the Kingdom of Learning...if you prefer) Keys to the Kingdom of Fun for your kids!
