Chuck Roast Barbecue
My mouth was watering just reading this easy to make recipe. Its on my list ofto make. Thanks for sharing. Keeper
Pay Off Your 30 Year Home Mortgage in Only 18 Years
Very good advice. In addition, when writing out the check make a notation on the check principal payment only. Then theres not mistaking where/how its to be applied to your account. Thanks for sharing.
Grandfather Mountain Vista (North Carolina)
I was there last Spring. Its breathtaking. When we travel around the NC mountain areas we like to count how many in a range. Weve counted up to 7 deep. Great photos. Thanks for sharing.
Free Computer Training for Senior Citizens?
A good place to start is your senior centers if you have them where you live. Another option is a willing teenager. I was an early senior when I really started learning. Good luck and enjoy, Keeper
Wrap Grapefruit In Newspaper
All excellent tips to remember. Having lived in FL.for almost 30 years I sure miss my fresh picked fruit.The only thing Ive pick here is apples. One tree thats not mentioned much is thePonderosa Lemon.Well worth trying one. ; ) Thanks for another Thumbs up...
Getting Rid of Shredded Paper?
Some pet stores take it for their Hamsters, Gerbils etc. Its good for weed control also. Try calling your local animal shelters also.
Removing Urine Stains from a Mattress?
Years ago I worked at a hotel. We sprinkled the entire area with corn starch then laid a sheet of plastic over the area. The following day it was vacuumed up. It only works of fresh stains.
Birthday Cake Card
I always try to make my own cards to give. This is so cute.Thanks for sharing especially with the photos.
Caring For Newborn Kittens
Awesome tips. Thanks for the formula recipe too. I especially like the one of putting them in a sock. Keeper
Simple Citrus Pie
This sounds really great for this nasty heat wave were all under. 2 thumbs up again.Thanks for sharing. Keeper
Easy Sweet and Sour Chicken
Sweet and Sour Chicken or Pork are my favorites. Cant wait to try it and thanks for sharing another Thumbs Up! Keeper
Tate (Persian)
He is the most beautiful Persian Ive ever seen.How lucky you both are. Thanks for sharing.
Salmon Patties
I must be one of the few that has never had a salmon patty. After reading your yummy recipe Ill give it a shot.Thanks for sharing. I must add,between you and Pookarina its hard lose weight! : ) Keeper
Birthday Hair Clip
What a cute idea for a little girl. My grand daughters turning five shortly and I have time to make some of these for her. Thanks for sharing.
Deviled Chicken
My mouth is watering! This sounds really good. Thanks for sharing another winner. Keeper
Child and Dog Are Very Attached?
When I was young my dog went everywhere with me. Im sure its hard for any very small child to understand why the dog cant go certain places.Try a short walk with your child then right back to the house and dog then next trip a bit longer.Your child will learn...
Saving Money on Household Expenses?
First off, welcome to thrifty fun. Youve come to the right site to find many things on saving money,recycling almost anything,fabulous recipes,crafts etc. With your hectic household I hope you find the time to visit here often.You must have a lot to share with...
Buying Items for a Fluro Party?
Not knowing what afluro partywas. I Googled it. Just Google fluro party and youll see several things to choose from. Hope this helped.
Snowball Cake
This is a great recipe for our hottest weather in years. I started buying the store brand whipped topping when it was on sale and I actually like the taste better and saving money where I can. Thanks for sharing this one and all your others. : ) Keeper
My Frugal Life: Penny Wise or Pound Foolish
I guess we can go a bit overboard on some things! Thanks for sharing some funny stuff. I agree with SusannL,no pantyhose food straining! Keeper
Recycling or Reusing Old Cell Phones?
Stella, if you Google recycle old cell phonesyoull find quite a few options to choose from. Hope this helps you.
Making Grandma's Secret Spot Remover?
If you Google Grandmas secret spot removeryoull get several site to explore. Hope this helped.
No Mix Coconut-Cherry Bars
Oh my,these sound so good. Right now I dont have condensed milk on hand. I wonder if the homemade version will work as well(?). My recipe box is overflowing. Thanks for sharing. Keeper
Back-to-School Eraser Mini Signs
I loved this craft/gift idea. Thanks for photos and easy to follow directions. Thanks for sharing too.
Recipe for Duncan Hines Pecan Nut Muffins?
Not sure if youll find what your looking for but try here: http://www.crossroads-market.com/hard-to-find-grocer/
Sweet Potato Puff
Im with Julia.I prefer the real deal but buy the can ones on sale to keep on reserve. This sounds so good and in my recipe box. ToSongwritter I agree with your grand daughter and Id just fold them in before putting the mixture into the baking dish. 2 Thumbs...
Making Cheese from Sour Milk?
I found this when I googledsour milk recipes: http://www.cooks.com/rec/story/121/
Photo: Mom and My Sis (1940's)
Memories are sweet and so was your story. Back in the early 50s when I was around 7 we visited my uncles dairy farm in Maine.I can still hear the laughter after being sent to the barn forChocolate Milk. Thanks for sharing.
Wildlife: Byron the Cheetah (Anne Van Dyk Cheetah...
What a wonderful experience this was for you. Beautiful photo.Thanks for sharing.
Finding Free Printable Spice Labels?
Martha Stewarts site had some beautiful spice labels some time back.
Homemade Yellow Cake
Thumbs up again Julia. Just let me know when you make the next one.Ill bring my own fork and plate. ; )
Can an Injured Child Qualify for Disability Benefits?
Did you have an attorney for the accident? If you did, ask them.
Pineapple Sauce
This sounds really good.As you know Im aPineapple Junkie. Thanks for another use for pineapple. ; )
Spaghetti Sauce Tips
Great recipe. My mom taught me years ago to add a bit of sugar. It cut the acidity a little bit! Thanks for sharing.
Swedish Meatballs
I love Swedish meatballs. I dont use pork in mine and I add 1/4 tsp.of allspice. The mace sounds good.Thanks for sharing.
Banish Slugs from Your Garden
Im glad your container gardening is paying off for you. No slugs! even better. Its so rewarding to be able to grow anything.Last year was a disaster for me so I didnt plant anything this year. Thumbs up from me... ; )
Hush Puppies
Hi Julia,thanks for sharing this one.I misplaced my recipe and was going to ask for yours. As always,another winner.
Making a Water Bottle Cozy?
Great use of an orphan sock! You can cut off the bottom to the length you need. ; )
Planting Armeria Maritima Seeds?
This what I found when I Googled: Armeria maritima is a neat little plant for edging borders, or growing in a rockery or between paving stones. It forms evergreen tussocks of grassy leaves, and throughout spring and summer produces rounded flower heads composed...
Using a Pressure Canner?
Heres a site for pressure canning: http://www.greenbeansnmore.com/canning-green-beans.html
Pineapple Meringue Cake
Oh wow. Im going to try this one. I love anything pineapple! My recipe box is stuffed! Thanks for sharing.
Mom's Scalloped Potatoes
Thanks for sharing another of my favorite comfort foods. I also love the addition ofratcheese! : )
Marsha's Pepper Steak
Im sort of a lazy cook. I prefer my onions and green peppers in strips. This was one of my dads favorites. Thanks for sharing.
Basic History from Historical Movies
I love TCM also. Would I believe an undergrad.was unaware of the original 13 colonies being on the East Coast? Certainly! Kids today seem to be passed through the educational system. Some pay others to write term papers etc. Im ababy boomer, IMO,what worked...
Classic Boiled Custard Pudding
Thanks for this one. I consider custard a comfort food from my childhood. : ) My recipe box is filling up faster than I can cook all this good stuff.Thanks for another winner.
My Frugal Life: Thrifty Grandmas Stay With You Forever
Thanks for sharing your warm,wonderful story. Its nice to see another poster from the UK.I have friends in Hull. Like Kendy, I love to figure out your sayings equal to ours. Although we may be an ocean apart our lives and stories can be the same.
Hand Washing Sweaters and Delicates
Another great tip Julia. My own mother taught me this way and I taught my daughter and also my son. I think its important to also teach our sons to be able to fend for themselves if need be. Thanks for sharing again.
Being Denied Visits with Grandchildren?
Peggy,I share your sadness.I have the same problem. Mine live in another state but Ive tried all I can think of to mend fences and so far nothing has worked. Ill continue to send cards for all occasions and gifts for birthdays and Christmas and pray for the...
Miss Etta's Fourth of July Pickles
Heres thumbs up again for what is another winner. Thanks for sharing.
Looking for a Free Pattern for a Puff Quilt?
Heres an A to Z list of free quilt patterns: http://www.freequiltpatterns.info/third.htm
Fourth of July Coffee Cake
Excellent recipe.I almost always add a bit more vanilla extract than a recipe calls for. Also a variation is adding almond extract instead of the vanilla. Banana or lemon works great too! Thanks again for another mouth watering recipe. : ) Keeper
My Frugal Life: Healing on the Oregon Coast
Thank you for sharing your heart warming story and beautiful photos. My life changing accident was back in 1999. To me, nothing is more peaceful than a sunset or sunrise.Being at a beach or a calm lake is a bonus. God Bless.
Keeping Field Mice Out of a Camper?
I guess everyone is fearful of something. Me,Im petrified of mice and rats. Awhile back someone on here posteduse peppermint oil. Since putting peppermint oil on cotton balls in several locations I have had no more mice! I still leave a trap or two but nothing...
Finding a Family Circle 4th of July Decoration from the 1980s?
Try logging onto the Family Circle site and see if they have an archives section.If not see if theres acontact uslink and leave a message.
Chocolate Heath Trifle
As a chocoholic I will try this. Here in NC I can buy a bag ofHeathtoffee bits.Just like a bag of chocolate chips.It would probably be cheaper than buying separate candy bars. Thanks for sharing. Keeper
Fresh Summer Vegetable Soup with Pasta
You sure know how to make me drool. With the heat and humidity in the mid 90s here Ill put this away for our winter months. Thanks for another winner Julia.
My Frugal Life: Clothing Is Fabric
What a wonderful reminder of what we have at hand and so often these days, overlook. I also save buttons, zippers, lace/trim and fabric. My stash will probably outlive me! : ) Thank you for sharing a wonderful story.
Julia's Macaroni Salad
This would hit the spot right about now. Have fork, will travel LOL. Thanks for another winner.
Scenery: Sunset (Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada)
This is the most beautiful photo Ive seen posted to Thrifty Fun. Thank you so much for sharing it.
Decorate With Vintage Mirrors
I love anything vintage.This is a great tip for using what I have. Thanks for sharing.
Beef Teriyaki
Yummy. Another mouth watering recipe. Do you have on for Pepper steak? Thanks again. Keeper
Using Dark or Light Baking Pans
Weather it be a yard sale or thrift store Im always on the lookout for good old fashion cake/pie pans or cookie sheets. Another great tip.Keep em coming!.Thanks for sharing. Keeper
How to Grow Lily-of-the-Valley
Thank you for bringing back childhood memories. Coming home from grade school Id always pick Lily of the Valley and Lilacs to bring home for my Mom. Next Spring, for sure, Ill plant some.
European Equivalent of and Stick of Butter?
Lorraine,here is a helpful conversion chart I found for you: http://www.convert-me.com/en/convert/cooking. I have friends in the UK that I mailed U.S.measuring spoons and cups that turned out to be very helpful to. Hope this helps.
Mockingbird
I have to agree with Lilac.Nothing deserves to be shot with a pellet gun.In most cases it only injures an animal. IMHO the only reason for killing an animal is if its rabid or attacking another animal or human.
Sun Through the Fog (Colfax, LA)
Wow. I agree with knitter926.I just kept staring at your photo. I find great joy in starting my day with the sun rising and ending it with the sun setting. As PookaRina put itlovely everyday miracles. Thanks for sharing with us, Keeper
Vintage Photo Father's Day Card
Just the other day I found a photo of my Dad holding me on a 1946 Ford.Although my Dad is no longer living this is a great idea for my scrape book. Thanks for the easy to follow directions and including thephotoscapedownload. Keeper North Carolina, USA
Cleaning Grease Buildup on Kitchen Cabinets?
I like Murphys Oil Soap best. It cleans very well and wont hurt the finish.
Make Your Own Trail Mix
If you ever need a taste tester just holler! : ) Theres a camping trip coming up over the 4TH of July.I think Ill just have to make this. Another 2 thumbs up recipe. Thanks.
Cooking Stems of Broccoli and Hearts of Cabbage
Another one of your great tips. : ) Thanks once again for sharing.
Cleaning Plastic Outdoor Chairs?
Bill, if your still trying to clean the same chairs as your May post and nothing has worked buy the Krylonpaint. : )
Plarn Summer Hat
How cute and recycled material put to good use. Thanks for photos and well written directions. I love nellypumpkins yellow one also.
Keep Dishes Cold Outside
Its great to see this. Ive done this before and it works great. Thanks for sharing. Keeper
Copycat Instant Pudding Recipe?
I Googled pistachio pudding and found several sites you could look into. Good luck. Hope this helped you.
Save Condiment Packets
I hope you never run out of tips to share with us.I for one have learned so much from your tips,recipes and crafts. Again,many thanks. Keeper
Kiddie Pool As Cooler
Id like to add to this.In this heatwave were having those pools are a great treat for our fur babies to play and cool off also. Thanks for sharing another great tip. Keeper/Sandie
All-American Style Potato Salad
Sour cream? Sounds like a good add in. This Ill try. Thanks for another winner. Keeper
Keeping Milk Fresh
Great to know. Here in NC, my store has either solid white or yellow jugs now. I also turn my jug over and over a couple times before each use. I love all your tried and true tips. Keep em coming! Thanks for sharing. Keeper/Sandie
Jumpsuit From Old T-Shirt
Another winner Ruth and with no pattern! Rosa looks so cute in it. Thanks for sharing. Love to see more. Sandie
Thawing Frozen Bread
Excellent tip. I thaw my in my dish strainer. I also save bread bags and double bag them before freezing. They seem to stay fresher tasting this way. Thanks for sharing.
My Frugal Life: Disguising Generic Items
Now why didnt I think of this? Thanks for sharing your very creativetricks. : )
Removing Cooking Oil Smell from Work Clothing?
You might try adding baking soda w/your detergent then add white vinegar to the final rinse instead of your fabric softener.The vinegar will not leave the smell of vinegar. Hope this works for you....
Memorial Day Wreaths
Great idea for recycling. Beautiful colors. Thanks for the easy to follow directions and photos.
Flag Painted Shutters
I love this project. I have a list I keep in my pocketbook of things to look for at yard sales and such. Thanks for clear pictured directions and sharing this project.
Canning Fried Chicken?
Sam,Ive canned chicken before to fry later but not fried chicken as you said. If you Google; canning chicken meat you can read more.
Softening Hard Honey in the Jar?
I take the lid off and microwave 1 minute at a time,stirring each time.
Cleaning Plastic Outdoor Chairs?
I cleaned mine the best I could then boughtKrylon spray paint. Now they look great as theyre the color I wanted.
Recycling Used Tea Bags and Loose Tea?
I refrigerate my used tea bags and place on my puffy,tired eyes for 10 minutes. Keeper
Iron Leaks Black Liquid Onto Clothes?
Do you empty out all the water after each use? How often do you clean out the iron as per the manual instructions? Its important to keep the tank clean if not this will continue to happen.
Stuffed Jumbo Pasta Shells
My mouth is watering.I also use cottage cheese,even in my lasagna. Thanks for sharing.
Scenery: High Tides (Gairloch, Scotland)
That was my fist thought.It does look just like a painting. Id be framing it. What an addition to any decor. Thanks for posting.
Getting Rid of Clover in the Lawn?
I totally agree with PIKKA.If you go towikipediaand type incloveryou can read the benefits of it.
Make a Flag Magnet
I also save those magnets.Thanks for sharing Free Flag Decals site,going further into that site you can choose a member or whole unit of the military to send cards or boxes of goodys to.
Using Peppermint to Get Rid of Mice?
I dont know about the peppermint soap working but I have peppermint oil on cotton balls in my kitchen where my traps used to be and Ive not had 1 visit since. I bought that spray insulation in a can and plugged up any places they could fit through like around...
Looking for Instructions for Slat Sun Bonnet?
Heres one I found:http://www.bonnets.com/bonnet.html Also try:ehow.com
Freeze Garlic and Peppers
Thanks for all these tips.I wish I had a bigger freezer because Ill freeze almost anything.Id really like to get back into canning also but its more fun doing it w/others. Keeper/Sandie
