What to Do with Liquified Tomatoes?
Put them in freezer, then you can use them for cooking pizza & etc, good luck.
How do I Keep Squirrels out of the House?
Hot pepper helps with squirrel problems, put it where you think they travel. If you have any wires going into the house they will climb the wires. Put hot pepper sauce on the wires, good luck.
Looking for Budget Advice?
Search for your question. Its very simple,do it at your table, write down your earnings then your expense for the month, each item, lights, food, house payment & etc, sub that from your earnings, make a grocer list before you shop,get just what you can get...
How to Save Eating at Restaurants?
We save on eating out by taking out the food. We get more for our money & can enjoy it more at home. I also use coupons, good luck.
Keep Squirrels from Going into a Bird Aviary?
Hot pepper sauce will keep the critters away from anything you put it on, re apply after a rain. I put some around our house. They dont come near any more, good luck.
Healthy Gravy
I do not use any oil to make good gravy,just brown the flour,ad seasoning(salt,pepper,garlic powder & anything you like)then let cool a min,ad water or broth slowly,stir so it will not have lumps. kathleen,Dothan Al.
Sewing Machine Recommendation?
I suggest to get a Singer. We are a Singer family. My grand mother & mother had Singers. Ive always had one. Ive worn out several doing sewing for the family & others. The last one I got has buttons to touch, very easy to use. I got it on sale. Im very proud...
Homemade Dandruff Treatment
Put some kind of oil on your hair once a week. Let it stay over night, help with dandruff, good luck.
Looking for Lightweight Gift Ideas for Family Overseas?
What about sending money? They can get what they need, good luck.
Where Should I Sell My Jewelry?
I use to sell Shackly products,instant protein & etc,I went to all the laundromats(where people wash clothes) every 2 hours every day, I sold $100 each day. You have to go where people are. Good luck.
Growing Peaches With Good Flavor?
I found out on the farm when growing any kind of fruit trees it makes the fruit much better to apply manure around the trees in fall or spring also a little 10-10-10- fertilizer & plenty of water,I also found that egg plants need lot of water if not they taste...
Window Treatment Ideas for a Bay Window?
Go to Hunter Douglas window treatment or search for Window Treatment for a Bay Window, lots of info & pictures there, good luck.
Growing Grass Over Oil Spots?
I agree with the other poster, dig out the bad oil spots then replace it with composted manure (from Lowes), dig up some of your grass. Plant in the spots, keep damp, good luck.
Growing Grass Over Oil Spots?
I ask my hubby about your problem with oil in lawn. He had this problem years ago. He suggested to pour a little gas on the spot, wait a few minutes then stand back. Set it on fire, and let it burn till it stops. The oil will be gone, then plant new grass in...
Putting the Garden to Bed for the Winter
I do not put my garden to bed. I have all kind of greens, onions & garlic growing in the winter time, very good for us, also freeze what we dont use, good luck.
Promoting ThriftyFun.com?
I suggest to print out fliers, put them on cars in parking lots at malls, where lot of people are & etc, good luck.
Learning How To Use a Sewing Machine?
Each pattern has simple instructions with them. Start with an easy things to make like an apron, napkins, cushions & etc. Get patterns from fabric stores, good luck.
Uses for Dry Cleaner Bags?
You can stuff them in a planter thats too deep. Then put in the dirt to plant flowers or what ever you want to plant & as 1 poster mention. Tie 1 end to use for trash or in trash can, also use to make raised flower beds or raised garden. Put plastic down then...
Website With Grocery Store Prices?
Win Dixie is the only one I know of that has a good website with prices, good luck.
Low Fat Homemade Biscuits?
Potato Biscuits 1 cup mashed potatoes 2 cups flour 1 cup buttermilk 2 tsp. baking powder 1 tbsp. butter 1 tbsp. honey 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1 tbsp. brown sugar Mix ingredients and roll out on wax paper. Cut biscuits and bake at 400 F until golden brown.
Care and Aftercare for Easter Lilies
Some gardeners have good results when overwintering lilies although they are not reliably hardy. To improve your chances for overwintering success, mulch the plants with at least 4 of straw in the fall. Another option is to dig the bulb in the fall and store...
Hair and Skin Questions?
Put a little vaseline in your hair,it will help with the frizz.Use vinegar on the bumps. I saw this on a Dr show a few days ago, good luck.
Free Building Materials From Building Sites
Several years ago we wanted to enclose part of our back patio for a laundry room so I looked in phone book for builders & home repair ads, I called a few & found some free sliding glass doors,he ask, how did you know I had these items? I said, you are in home...
Free Building Materials From Building Sites
About 2 years ago I were looking for some bricks to make a flower bed. I called a few home repair ads in the newspaper. A builder told me where to go to get all the bricks I wanted at a place where a brick building were torn down. We got all the bricks I needed...
Heart Healthy Meals?
Search for Heart healthy meals. Lot of recipes there,my cousin enjoys ready fixed meals by Weight watchers in the freezer in grocer stores, just heat & eat ,maybe some fruit juice will help him, good luck.
Keeping Birds from Eating Figs
I hang pieces of old water hose and foil in our fig tree, it helps. The best way is to pick the figs early in the morning before the birds get all of them, also pick them late in the day. Give the tree a lot of TLC so it will make more figs than you need. I...
Recipes Using Cornbread?
Left over cornbread makes the best chicken & dressing, I freeze it, when I need to make a good dressing I have it already cooked, good luck.
Non-Prescription Sleeping Aids?
Hi:You are not alone,guess we got our clocks set when going to work or getting up with babies & etc,I have done like you,tried lot of things,I find that going for long walks (I walk at least a mile every day,sometimes 2 miles)during the day,I also have a veggie...
Buying a Piano?
I suggest that you do not get a used piano. I did that several years ago.I had to spend too much money on it. I gave it away, got a new Korg Digital piano-DP.2000C. It has everything on it; several different sounds, even a drum beat so you can keep time with...
Browning Flour for Gravy
I brown the flour for gravy without any oil, no fat, then add broth to it, better for us, good luck.
How can I stop my nails from splitting?
I tried everything then a friend told me what she did,keep your nails polished with Hard as nails polish, it works. I use the clear unless we are going out I apply the color on top of the clear, good luck.
Rose Bush Cuttings?
I have good luck rooting almost anything, just cut off the new growth of a bush, stick it in soil in a pot in the shade. Keep damp, it will be ready to transplant the next spring. I have rooted lot of roses like this, good luck.
Growing Food in Buckets?
To find seed to plant you can find them in Hardware stores or look in ph book for seed & feed stores,we get seed in a Farmers exchange here,also the Dollar stores have seed,good luck.
Curtains and Window Dressing Ideas?
Go to Curtains and Window Dressing , lots of pictures & info there, good luck.
Weeding Tips
I have a weed puller from Lowes. Its almost waist high to me, no bending over to pull weeds, put them in a bucket as you get them up, good luck.
Homemade Laminate Floor Cleaner?
If your laminate floor is old, you may not be able to revive its shine with cleaning. If you have tried to remove cleaning product residue and your floor is still dull it may have had its surface worn away. A mop on floor shiner can add some shine back on to...
Nausea Remedies?
I take ginger for sick stomach. The kind you get in spice section in grocery store, just a pinch will do the job. Ive used it for years. Keep it on hand all the time, good luck.
Microwave Cornbread?
Ingredients 1 cup cornmeal 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup canola oil 1 cup milk 2 large eggs Combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder and salt in a mixing bowl; stir in oil. Beat milk and eggs together, then mix with...
Tips For Easing Into Vintage Clothing
I like my vintage blouses & things I made. I use to sew a lot for my family. I got my feelings hurt one night we went out, a so called friend at the same large table with several other people there. She said to me something about my vintage blouse were coming...
Handy Stitch Handheld Sewing Machine Reviews?
I would not get one. Its a waste of money, mend with your fingers or get somebody else to do it for you, maybe the cleaners will do it or put an add in a news paper, good luck.
Using Coal Tar Shampoo?
Use vinegar after you shampoo your hair. It will stop the smell of any shampoo odor/scent, good luck.
Sell Your Stuff On Craigslist
You have to allow cookies to even go onto Craigslist. I do not like to do that, good luck.
Sewing Machine Patterns For Baby Moccasins?
http://emailedvintagepatterns.com/BABYBOOTIESpage.html Search for patterns for baby moccasins good luck.
Uses for Toilet Tanks?
You can add plastic bags or as the other poster mention to make it not so deep. Thats what I do with 5 gallon buckets. If they are too deep, tomatoes will grow in it. I plant them in buckets. If they get too tall I cut them down some. They will keep growing...
Something is Burrowing Holes in My Deck?
We had this to happen. We sprayed insect spray in the holes. It helped some, good luck.
Vacuum Seal and Freeze Fresh Vegetables?
I freeze corn on the cob in the shuck, just take off a few of the shucks, trim the ends off. Put in a brown paper bag from grocery store, just as good as fresh, good luck.
Treating Minor Ailments Yourself
Search for the abovetreating minor ailments yourselflot of info there,good luck.
Help with Binding in the Sewing Machine Pressure Foot?
If you are sewing thin fabric you might need to put some wax paper under it to help or any paper will help, then remove the paper when done sewing, good luck.
Always Live Beneath Your Means
I also agree. We have always lived below our means, and saved every dime we could. Im very proud we did. It were hard but it paid off in the long run, sure wish all the young people would do the same but as we know most want to live way above their means. Thats...
Help Making Chicken Fried Steak?
The secret is to turn it only once,if its not done put in microwave a few minutes, good luck.
How Do I Sell My House to My Son?
Dont do it. Family never pays for what they get from family! Un less he gets money from a bank or loan co & pays you every penny you ask for the house! Good luck.
Perennial Plant Suggestions?
I sug morning glories or grape vine,they will be very nice & pretty, good luck.
Is My Tomato Plant a Patio Plant?
They use to call the small tommy toetomatoes, patio tomatoes, guess you can find them online. You can freeze what you dont need, good luck.
Hand Cream Recipe for Extra Dry Skin
I have used Vaseline all my life on face, hands & legs. It works I have no wrinkles, also wear rubber gloves when washing dishes & etc in water. Take care of your skin, no body else will. Good luck.
Homemade Puff Pastry
To Kathy, you can find all kind of pie recipes online. We like apple pie recipe, good luck.
Adopting Children from Vietnam?
I suggest to adopt from the USA. Theres plenty that need good parents, good luck.
Clean Your Iron with a Dryer Sheet
Thanks very much for sharing this simple tip. I will do it next time I use my iron, good luck.
Removing Oven Cleaner Stain From Slate Tile Floor?
Try vinegar & baking soda in a gall of water or less, good luck.
Homemade Weed Killer With Pine Sol?
You can spray your yard with Dawn Dish detergent, and Pine Sol. Equal amounts of both. Use a sprayer bottel hooked to your hose. This mixture takes care of fleas, beetles, and destroys ant hills. It also makes your grass greener, is safe on your flowers and...
Keeping Squirrels and Pests Off Grape Vines?
Hang foil & plastic bags on the vines. The hot pepper also works, good luck.
Advice For Window Treatments In Formal Living Room?
http://www.atticdecorating.com/curtains.html-or search for Heritage lace curtains, lot of pretty curtains there, good luck.
Healthy Living Tips To Keep Weight Off
Thanks very much for sharing your info with us. I walk a mile every day & work in my raised bed garden, I have fresh veggies all the time & work in my flower beds also. Do what needs to be done in the house, all this helps with my weight. I stay slim all the...
Getting Rid of Monkey Grass?
Any grass I need to get rid of, I put plastic over it for a few weeks, till it dies, good luck.
Getting Rid Of Wild Grape Vines?
If you can dig up the flowers you want to save then till in the unwanted,good luck.
Craft: Recycled Plastic Bag Keeper
I keep plastic bags in all the bath rooms under the sink to put in the trash cans, saves money, good luck.
Using Less Toilet Tissue
I have a better idea,I use a damp wash cloth all the time. Keep it on top of the water tank. Of course I take a bath every time I have to do # 2,an old saying, this saves on T paper, good luck.
How do I overwinter Dogwood seedlings?
I suggest to put them inside of the house to keep them warm for the winter, good luck.
Homemade Remedies For Common Ailments?
For sore throat gargle with salty water,I never measure it,about 1/2 cup warm water,about 1/2 teaspoon salt,mix well,gargle after eating or drinking water,it worked for me this winter,I used it almost all winter,goodluck.
Warning About Morning Glories
If you want to get rid of morning glories or anything else with a broad leaf spray it with roundup, good luck.
Warning About Morning Glories
You can get morning glory flower seed at the Dollar General store. It cost too much to send them by mail, good luck.
Making Cushions For Wicker Furniture?
Measure the bottom of the chairs, allow for seams.I suggest to get fabric that can be used for rain coats. You can compare the prices of other fabrics, like water proof, & etc. Its the same for the stuffing & the sheets of foam, good luck.
Gift for Someone Who's Had Hip Replaced?
I suggest get her some Search word puzzle books. I do them every night, it helps the mind,as we know we need to keep our mind busy! My husband got me started with them when I broke my leg several years ago,almost died with thrombophilebiti. Had to stay in bed...
Can I Afford a Wedding?
I do not think any one should spend too much on weddings. Go to the court house, save the money, you will need it later.
Recommendations for New Cookware?
I enjoy my corning cookware & slow cookers,I do have some stainless fry pans,I cant use my cast iron on the corning ware cook top,when & if the cook top needs fixing I will not own another one,I like to cook with cast iron. Kathleen,Dothan Al
Ideas for Using Old Polo Shirts?
I make night gowns with old T shirts,cut the hem off 1 of them then cut the others off under the sleeves,sew them together,youll enjoy sleeping in it,very soft,make it as long as you like. Kathleen,Dothan Al
Using Breakfast Leftovers For Making A Frugal Dinner
I make a very good soup with left overs,corn,beans,chicken,sausage & pork chops,ad a can of tomato sauce,cup of diced onions & cup of diced celery,put in a slow cooker that you can put in microwave,cook it for 20 min then let it cook for 30 min in the slow...
Stacks Books Under Lamps
I put a stack old phone books under the small lamp in our guest room,nice lamp just not tall enough. Kathleen,Dothan ,Al
Freeze an Envelope to Remove a Stamp
You can remove a stamp by steaming it. Boil water, hold the envelope over the steam. I sometimes seal an envelope before Im ready to mail it. I steam it open the same way, then I have to seal it back with tape. Kathleen, Dothan, AL
My Frugal Life: Be My BFFF (Best Frugal Friends Forever)
I use to sew for the public to make money to help us on the farm also had a garden all the time,put lot of food in the freezer, also baked cakes, made candy, cookies,breads & etc for friends & baby sat for friends & neighbors. Just think what you like to do...
Turn Lawn Into Garden With Plastic
Yes I have already posted the picture of my garden but here it is again, very easy & you have a garden for years. Thanks, Kathleen, Dothan, AL
Stains from Liquid Toilet Bowl Cleaner?
Maybe peroxide will take the stain off the toilet seat. I use it instead of bleach in doing laundry & etc. Its much cheaper. It will also bleach your teeth.
Lace Christening Gown Has Yellowed?
Put white vinegar on the spots. Put in sunlight, let dry, repeat this till the spots are gone. I did this with a white evening gown. It worked for me, good luck.
Weight Gaining Recipes?
http://build-muscle-gain-weight.com/weight-gain-recipes/index.php-lot of info there,good luck.
Not Your Usual Turkey Sandwich
I got a turkey before Thanksgiving just for the 2 of us. I cut it up as I do a chicken Put enough for a meal in plastic bags, froze it so I can take out a bag at the time to fix. I like the idea, no big bunch of meat to worry about at 1 time, good luck.
Saving Money While Feeding Active Teens
I forgot to add we also have raisins or some kind of fruit every morning with cereal, good luck.
Use an Indoor Clothes Line
If you have a patio or somewhere to put up a chain you will have a very good line to dry clothes on hangers,also hang them over a door,a chain is also handy in a closet or behind a door to hang clothes,good luck.
Saving an Uprooted Cactus?
I would think so. They seem to grow on top of the ground. You did not mention what kind of cactus, good luck.
Crisco as Frugal Face Moisturizer
I have used vaseline all my life,as the other person posted, everybody thinks Im lot younger than I am. Im like Jack Benny, Ill be 39 till I die. Good luck.
Salvage Grocery Wholesalers in Iowa?
http://search.yahoo.com/search?p=+are+there+any+Salvage+Grocery+Wholesalers+in+Iowa Search for the above, lot of information there, good luck.
Tips For Dealing With Stress?
Gardening helps with stress also walking a mile a day around the block. You may meet some new neighbors thats also walking or outside. Dont be afraid to speak, good luck.
Growing Primroses in Indirect Light?
Search for your question Growing Primroses in Indirect Light, good luck.
Making a Quilt With Men's Ties?
Search for your questionhow to make a quilt with mens tiestheres pictures & lot of info there,good luck.
Irish Cream Souffle Recipe?
http://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/database/christmaspuddingsouf_ Lot of info there,search for your question,irish cream souffle recipe,good luck.
Tub Stopper Lever Won't Go Down?
http://www.hammerzone.com/archives/plumbing/bathtub/drain1/nonstop.-lot of pictures & info there. Search for the above,tub stopperlever wont go down- good luck.
Take Vitamins Right Before Bed
I take a pinch of powdered ginger when Im sick to my stomach (its like motion sickness). Maybe this will help if vitamins make you sick. I can not take too many vitamins, they make my head hurt. Too much calcium is bad for the kidneys, just think of our grand...
Softer Homemade Bread?
Maybe you can put a pan of water in the oven while baking the bread,thats what my grand mother use to do when baking cakes & etc, makes it moist, good luck.
