Fiberglass Tub Has Yellowed?
I dont have an answer for you but I certainly know your pain. I have two showers that need the very same thing. I will be looking back on your feedback to get some good advice for my bathrooms too.
Repairing a Stiff Roll Top Desk?
I inherited my Fathers antique rolltop desk and it needed some dust removed from the rolltop to make it open smoothly. I vacuumned the rolltop while closed along every movable part and moved the rolltop up and vacuumed the channels it moved in as much as possible...
Refurbishing Antique Dining Chairs
Beautiful artwork! You are very talented! Thanks for sharing with us.
How Do I Know if a Tray is Sterling Silver?
I agree with Hate Litter, the tray is beautiful. My suggestion is to go to the Replacements, Ltd, out of Greensboro, NC, website and you can email them and send a photo of the tray. They will look it up for you and either call you or telephone you with what...
Trimming Crystals With a Dremel Tool?
Have you tried their website or possibly emailing Dremel? They are probably always updating the attachments available for this item. I have the rotary tool too and use it for everything!! It is so easy to handle and my husband doesnt want me to use power tools...
Product Review: E Z Moves Furniture Moving System
It wasnt an infomercial. Just a regular commercial. Have not seen it lately though.
South Carolina Gamecock Mascot Cross Stitch Pattern?
I may have a gamecock pattern in a book of mine. I have to locate it though. In the middle of a redecoration of my house. I do have the pattern for UGA, the Georgia Bulldogs mascot. If you would like that, just let me know. Will be looking for the book.
South Carolina Gamecock Mascot Cross Stitch Pattern?
Hi Sandy J, Found the book with the Gamecock pattern faster than I thought I would. It is from a 1973 book I purchased. This pattern did not have a specified color chart. Back then, you guessed at the colors when the chart was printed in color. Anyway, I have...
Yearly Quilting Bee
What a wonderful way to preserve your familys heritage! Sharing the quilt squares and conversations of times gone by are definitely priceless! Thank you so much for sharing this lovely idea with us Thrifty Funners! Great project that any family could follow...
Georgia Bulldogs Cross Stitch Pattern?
We are die hard Georgia Dawgs fans at my house! I have numerous University of Georgia charts. You can see one that I submitted to Thrifty Fun which is entitled Recycle Plastic Canvas. Let me know is you still need them. Will be glad to share them with you. Go...
Garden: Blackberry Blossom
What a beautiful bloom! I must admit, I have never noticed the flowers before. I was always too interested in the eating of the blackberries. Great shot!
Scenery: Antique Horse Drawn Hearse (1800's)
Although this photo depicted a somber occasion, it makes us older folks realize how it was for our grandparents and great grandparents. Thanks for a lovely photo to bring long ago memories back to us!
Scenery: Full Moon Through A Tree
Great photo! I need to get out at night and snap some shots too! Thanks for giving me the idea and for sharing with us Thrifty Funners!
Tulip Tree
Love this photo! Especially since the worker bee is doing his job unaware that he has been photographed! Great shot!
Going Public After Cosmetic Surgery (For...
Absolutely stunning! Thanks for sharing with us Thrifty Funners!
Scenery: Sunrise (Georgia)
What a beautiful sky and photograph! Thanks for sharing it on Thrifty Fun!
Scenery: Cloudy Sky
Great photo! I love looking at the sky and all the different shades of color it has. Thanks for sharing this photo with us!
Garden: Bee On White Flower
Terrific shot! It is amazing what wonders we all would see if we just took the time to look! Thanks for sharing with us Thrifty Funners!
Garden: African Violets
I am with Keeper60. I do great with violets for a while then boom, they all die away. Dont think I would qualify for a green thumb with violets at all. Thanks for sharing your lovely violets with us Thrifty Funners.
Finding Out Where Child Support is Going?
I am a retired Child Support agent for the State of Georgia. In Georgia, your fiance would have been served paperwork by the Sheriffs Department to appear in court regarding the paternity of the child in question. This was the procedure at the time of my retirement...
PJ (Pekingese)
What a cutie! Thanks for sharing your story and your little PJ with us! It is amazing how much therapy pets give us humans, isnt it?
Repurposing Furniture
Great job! I always look at things to be used in another fashion. It keeps things from going into the trash/landfills and you have something new to enjoy. Thanks for sharing this project with us.
Look For the "Silver" Lining at Thrift Stores
Since my posting this on Thrifty Fun I have thoroughly polished each chalice including underneath the base. (I had not done so when I took this picture.) Each chalice is marked STERLING on the base. Having hit the jackpot with this purchase, you can bet your...
Prize Winning Peach Coffee Cake
As a resident of the Peach state, Georgia, I am definitely going to try this one! I am always looking for new recipes using peaches. Since I have some frozen from last summer, I will be giving this recipe a try right away. Thanks so much for sharing this recipe...
Baby Ruth Bars
Hi, Robin! Just wanted to tell you that I made these bars over the weekend for a Business and Professional Womens Club bake sale. They were not on the table anytime before they were gone! I also had a friend request the recipe. I was glad to share it with her...
Film Reel Frame for Old Photos
Absolutely love this look! Thanks for sharing it with us Thrifty Funners!
Free Denim for Short Folks
As a vertically challenged woman, I had to laugh at your post. What a terrific idea! Great tip! Thanks for sharing!
Caramel Apples
These sound like the Fried Apples that I order every time we eat at Cracker Barrel. Now I can eat them at home too. Thanks for sharing!
Garden: Confederate Rose
What a great photo! I just love Confederate roses. Neat that you caught the little grasshopper in the photo too!
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Puppies
Oh my! What a precious armload of sweetness you have photographed to share with us Thrifty Funners! Ill bet there is never a dull moment in your household with that many puppies around. They are absolutely darling!
Pork and Bean Salad
This sounds like a very good recipe. I will certainly be trying it soon! Thanks for sharing it with us Thrifty Funners!!
Treasure Your Freedom - Join A Historical Group
Since submitting this post to Thrifty Fun, I have found another organization named the Sons and Daughters of United States Colored Troops. The USCT was the African-American soldiers Civil War army. I dont know any of the requirements for joining this organization...
Treasure Your Freedom - Join A Historical Group
The National DAR website is www.otsego.org/dar. Go on the website and then click on membership information. Then click on click here for more information. Then look at right column and find State or Chapter websites and click on it. It will bring you up to...
Short Cuts for an Injured Hand
I broke my right arm several years ago. Thankfully I am left handed but I still had plenty of things I could NOT do. Like putting on my bra. I couldnt reach back far enough to hook it. So I put the bra on the bathroom counter in front of me and hooked it. I...
"Vintage" Cupboard
Love your cabinet. I really like the prints that you chose from the calendar to decoupage!! You are a girl after my own heart, Carol. Using something you have already and putting it to use in ANOTHER way!! Great job!!
Tablecloth Dress
Great job, April!! This reminds me of a dress that I had in the 60s. OOPS!! That gives you an idea of how OLD I am. ;o) Anyway, you really used your creative powers to make a very striking dress!! Great job!! It is also great to see someone so close to Jesup...
Einstein The Dog
I am Einsteins two-legged Aunt. lol Since he has been a guest in my home on several occasions, I can attest to his sweet nature and playfulness. I have also witnessed his LOVE for ice cubes. It makes me laugh to think of his chomping the ice cubes!!
Use Recycled File Folders For Cardstock
I have a Hewlett Packard Photosmart printer. I absolutely love it. It has been the best printer ever for doing unusual printings.
Garden: Recycled Window Greenhouse
Great photo and ingenious use of old windows! Looks like a great size for potting plants too. Thanks for sharing with us Thrifty Funners!
Back to School Bingo Party
This is such a GREAT idea!! Too bad my children are both grown. I will certainly pass this idea along to friends will small children. Thanks for sharing.
Peppermint Icebox Dessert
This sounds yummy! I absolutely LOVE anything with peppermint in it. Will certainly be trying this recipe. Thanks for sharing.
Cucumber Jelly
This sound interesting. What does it taste like? Possible like pepper jelly? Do you use it like pepper jelly or on toast, bagels, etc?
Twin Falls, Idaho
Beautiful scenery! Looks good enough for a picture postcard! Thanks for sharing this beautiful scenery with us.
Radar (Pomeranian/Dachshund)
How wonderful that this precious pooch has a loving family to take care of all his needs! Terrific story! Thanks for sharing it with us Thrifty Funners.
Fabulous Banana Pudding
Sounds delicious! Will be trying this for sure! Thanks for sharing this recipe/tip!
Painted Eyeglass Lens
I am with Cyinda. I thought I had seen every possible craft idea. This is so ingenious!! Thanks for sharing with us.
Summer Pancakes (aka Squash Fritters)
We absolutely love squash! I am always looking for another way to serve it too. I will definitely try this recipe. Thanks for sharing it with us!
Buy a Counterfeit Detection Pen for Garage Sales
Great tip! What a shame that some folks are always ready to take advantage of their fellow man!
Determining the Value of Antique Dishes?
Take a photo of your china and email it to Replacements, Ltd. They are in Greensboro, NC. They will help you identify your pattern. Good luck!
Use Old Dresser as a Computer Desk
This is a great idea! I would love to see the finished product. I am a firm believer in recycling vintage pieces for modern uses. Thanks for sharing!
My Frugal Life: Frugal From Necessity
Wow, what a testament to frugal living!! You should publish this in newspapers nationwide!! There are so many young couples who have lived beyond their means and are losing their homes right and left. They want all the bells and whistles before they can afford...
Paris Themed Bedspread Ideas?
Have you thought about using tulle? It is very French. I have used it in several places in my home. I found it in numerous colors and quite economically at Walmart several years ago. I paid $4.97 per yard instead of $15.00+ per yard at other fabric stores. You...
Saving and Printing Recipes on Cards
I sit at my computer every morning while I am drinking my cup of coffee. I go through my Thrifty Fun emails and copy and paste recipes so that I can print them on 4x6 index cards. I can usually get the entire recipe on the front side. If it takes two, then...
Break Eggs in a Separate Bowl
Very good tip! Have been doing this for many years. It only took one time of having to discard eggs to make me start this practice.
Name for Classic Car Restoration Business?
Heres a name for consideration: HAGOS Hagos Antique & Golden Oldies Servicing Good luck finding a name!
Baby (Dachshund/Chihuahua)
We have a Dachshund/Chihuahua mix too. His name is Maxx. He had pure bred parents but the owners were VERY neglectful in their breeding practices and planned to put him down. We were the 3rd family to rescue Maxx and have had him for 4 years now. The first...
Storing Table Linens in Limited Space?
I dont know whether you will be able to do this, but I have a closet where I hang nothing but my tablecloths. It keeps them from getting so wrinkled. I keep all my cloth napkins in a three drawer chest of drawers which is in my dining area. I have a lots of...
Save Extra Fast Food Napkins
I thought I was the only one who used the spare napkins! I always put them into the glovebox of my car for future use. Have been doing this since my children were small. They are grownups now. They have surely come in handy throughout the years too!
In Memory Of Rosabella (Tortoiseshell)
Although I am a dog lover, I am sympathetic to your loss. I hope that Rosabella has found a safe haven and given birth to her kittens and that one day she will return to your loving home. It is a huge shame that some people feel the need to be so cruel to our...
Looking for Cross-stitch Saying?
I am an avid cross stitcher! I have found the poem and have attached it. I will look through my massive cross stitch magazine collection. And I do mean massive. Until that time, here is the poem. A Message From Heaven Perhaps you arent ready yet to have to...
Shine Cookware Handles With Oil
No, I dont get any oil on my hands. I rub in the oil as thoroughly as possible. I get any excess off with a cleaning cloth, paper towel, or napkin. I then wash the handle and the pot with my regular dish soap to make sure no oil has gotten inside the pot.
Reusing Plastic Soap Dispensers
As I was reading this post, I thought of how much the person is like me. I found a certain dispenser shape that I liked that held liquid soap from Target and have kept it. I have refilled them many times now with cheaper hand soap as well as other things too...
Red Hat Lamp
Great Job! I hope the recipient of the lamp appreciated your craftiness. I am sure that the Red Hatter was tickled pink. Oops, excuse me, tickled RED.
Donate Usable Yard Sale Leftovers
VERY well said. Keep that train of thought and hopefully more people will follow your lead.
Using Juice in Canned Fruit
When I use canned sliced fruit - peaches, pears, or fruit cocktail - with Jello, I measure the quantity of the juice and substitute it for the water used to finish preparing the Jello once it is dissolved. This means using less water, adding additional flavor...
Save Manuals for Tools and Appliances
I keep all my manuals in an accordian file so I know where they are. I cant tell you how many times we have used them throughout the years. I also staple the receipt of purchase on the manuals too in case there is a warranty issue with the item.
Garden Bench from a Broken Table
Kudos to you for keeping it out of the trash or landfill! Keep up the good work! Thanks for sharing.
Howard (Yorkie)
What a sweet sweet face!! Love the fact that he is sleeping in the bird cage. You should include a photo of that too. lol Thanks for sharing.
Lyrics to "The Letter Edged in Black"?
Here is what I found on the Internet. Hope this is the right one. The Letter Edged in Black I was standing by the window yesterday morning, Without a thought of sorrow or of care, When I saw the postman coming down the pathway With such a happy smile and jaunty...
Caramel Rice Pudding Recipe?
Sorry, I dont have the recipe you are looking for but I do know that baking soda is why peanut brittle and pralines candy turn brown when it is added. I hope you get the recipe. I would like to try it. Good luck.
Crafts Using Wedding Dress Underlining?
I dont have any idea how much yardage you have but why not make a frilly decorative pillow to go on your bed. Something that everytime you look at it, you will think of your Mother.
Drink Cone Funnel
You are a Thrifty Fun Thinker just like me! Are we sisters? lol You are a credit to this website to look at things in another light and think of a way to use them. Good work!
Cleaning Sticky Scissors?
I am with OliveOyl when she recommends Goo Gone. I absolutely love that stuff. You can find it at the Dollar Tree and I load up the tip of a Q-tip(Dollar Tree brand) so as NOT to waste it. I use the Q-tip to work on the sticky stuff and if I dont use both ends...
Making a Fake Campfire?
I think that I would get a large piece of cardboard possibly unbent that you could form into a circle. Maybe a piece from a refrigerator box would do. Use staples or tape to hold it together. Draw flames on the cardboard and paint them in various red/orange...
Keep a Sock Bag for Mismatched Socks
I am so glad to know that my washing machine is not the only one that eats socks! lol I dont have a sock bag but I keep the spares in a special place to refer to on laundry day. Thanks for sharing.
Uses for Leftover Rug Yarn?
You might want to use them somehow to make colorful poofy luggage tags. They would enable a person to easily spot their luggage at the airport. You might be able to weave them into some small pieces of plastic canvas with some initials for gifts. Hope this...
Installing Curtains in an Old Tent Trailer?
I was thinking that you might first make your curtains. Then work buttonholes on the top portion of the curtain. Then use leather shoelaces, ribbon, or fabric ties to attach the curtain to the channel. Hope this makes sense! Good luck.
Vidalia Onion Pie
It always makes me smile when I see something about Vidalia onions. I live about an hour from Vidalia onion country and have seen them being harvested many, many times when I worked in that area several years ago. This recipe sounds interesting so I will pass...
Buying Used Table Cloths?
I agree with GlennsMom about Goodwill, Salvation Army, St. Vicent DePaul, and Ebay. I am also adding at garage sales and estate sales. If you are a member of freecycle, you might luck up and see some there as well. Hope this helps.
Free Reverse Phone Lookup?
I go to MSN, click on white pages, then on reverse lookup. Type in the telephone number and if unlisted, it will show the name who has that number. Hope this helps.
Indoor Hawaiian Luau Party?
As a Dollar Tree frequenter, I just saw last week lots of luau party items. Leis, grass skirts, tops for hula girls, cups, plates, etc. I figure that you might be able to find or download a copy of the Elvis Rock A Hula and have a hula contest or just have...
Unpasted Wallpaper?
If you are a thrift store frequenter like I am, you may find some there. I have, on occasion, found unopened wallpaper rolls. I always buy the unpasted ones for drawer paper too. Especially since I had the horror story with contact paper. You can read my post...
Red Wedding Punch Recipe?
This is the easiest punch recipe around. This makes one punch bowls worth. 2 envelopes koolaid - cherry or strawberry flavor for your daughters wedding 2 quarts water 1 cup sugar 1 large can pineapple juice 1 two liter bottle of gingerale Mix the koolaid as...
Buying Silver Plastic Utensils in Bulk?
I think I have seen them in Dollar Tree but not sure. You might not be able to get the amount you need. I just searched online and found at bottomdollar.com and searched under plastic silver cutlery. They sell forks, knives, and spoons separately. Their boxes...
Making Tortilla Chips?
Paula Deen says to use 1 inch peanut oil heated to 350 degrees. Then pre-cut tortilla into 6 pieces and fry for 60 seconds or less until lightly browned. Then place on paper toweling to soak up excess oil. They are fantastic!
Microwave Chocolate Pudding
I just realized that I did not add in this post that I have used Splenda instead of the sugar. It does well in this recipe too.
Fruit and Stale Bread Custard
This sounds yummy! Can you also give the recipe for the custard? Thanks for sharing.
Italian Centerpiece Ideas?
I am with Glenns Mom about the wine bottles and candles. I remember eating in an Italian restaurant many years ago in Savannah called Annas Little Napoli and on each table they had a wine bottle and a candle burning. When one colored candle burned out, another...
Gardening: Pocketbook Plant
Great photo! I have never seen this plant before. It is really beautiful! Love the colors!
Bubba's Cola Dogs
I would have never imagined cooking hotdogs in Coca Cola. I will definitely try this. Thanks for sharing.
Appleberry Pie
Sounds like another yummy recipe! I like to cook and am always glad to get new recipes. Keep up the good work, Robin!
Molasses Butter and Bread
When I was a child, we would get cold biscuits and turn it on the side and bore a hole on the edge with our finger. We would then pour cane (NOT MAPLE) syrup into the hole. We called them syrup biscuits. We all LOVED them! Boy, it has been MANY a year since...
Binky (Terrier)
Fantastic story. Binky is a very lucky pooch and totally precious! Thanks for sharing your story.
Wooden Pom Pom Maker?
Have you possibly tried looking for one on ebay? You might be able to find one in a photo and enlarge it enough for your hubby to make you one. Hope this helps. Good luck!
Photos of Babies Inside Flowers (Anne Geddes)?
I agree with Laurel, it is Anne Geddes. I also agree with you that every one of the photographs I have seen by her are absolutely precious!
Poem for a Teddy Bear Made from Clothing?
I found this poem online. I am not sure if it is the correct one or not. Hope this helps. Burden Teddy Bear Im not a very fancy bear, Im plain and rather small. Even so, someone who loves you Said I should come to call. I brought my favorite blanket, That I...
Chinese Almond Torte
This sounds delicious. Since I love apples AND almonds, I will be trying this recipe!! Thanks for sharing it.
Value of Antique Glassware?
My advice would be to go to the website of Replacements, Ltd, out of Greensboro, NC. You can submit requests for identifying items. You can submit a photo via email for their assistance. Once you know the pattern name, you can use the website to check for the...
Chinese Noodle Candy
I absolutely love this candy. We down here in South Georgia call them haystacks though. No matter what you call them, they are YUMMY and as easy to fix as falling off a log.
Mark Spool Thread Slot With Red Nail Polish
This is a great idea! But I really love your WOW acronym. I will begin using the Wise Older Woman really soon! lol Thanks for sharing both ideas!
Bruiser (Chihuahua)
Precious photo! My son has a chihuahua named Cheech who is the same color as Bruiser. Yes, my grandchild has FOUR legs. lol He is a loving little thing though. He demands the human touch. I have said many times that I dont believe we will ever have a grandchild...
Doll Collector's Paradise?
I love to collect dolls too. My favorites are my Franklin Mint Dolls (18-20 inches tall) of Rhett Butler, Scarlett OHara, Ashley Wilkes, and Melanie Wilkes from Gone With the Wind. Also Englands Prince Charles and Princess Diana in their wedding attire. Sending...
Green Baby Shower For Earth Day
This is a GREAT idea!! I will certainly save your post to remind me of your ideas. I too think it is very important to live green and frugally. Thanks for sharing with us.
Picking a Baby's Name?
I like the name Forest too but I would double the r and make it different for my child - Forrest and possibly the middle name Glen or Glenn. I thought of another name that can be used as boys name Phoenix. It is of Greek origin, and its meaning is dark red...
Saving Money on Paint?
Have you thought about washing your walls and see how they look? You might be surprised at how they turn out. You can buy a bottle of liquid Spic and Span at the Dollar Tree for a buck. If there is lots of nicotine on the walls, it may take you more than one...
Fabric Luggage Tag
This is a good idea, especially when you are trying to claim your luggage at the airport. Using something easily recognized makes finding your luggage much simpler.
Fixing the Heating Element in a Coffee Maker?
If you decide to buy another coffee maker, why not offer the coffee pot and filter holder on freecycle and put the rest in recycling? You might be surprised that someone could be looking for just that part of a coffee maker. I am a firm believer in freecycling...
Storage for Marbles?
When my son (now 29) was little, we put his marbles into a clear acryllic box that was divided into sections with an attached snap close lid. I have no idea what we paid for it as it has been many years ago. As I was typing this, I remembered that the box and...
Photos from Elaine's Garden
Absolutely breathtaking photographs!! Everyone should stop and take the time to admire Gods gifts to us. Thank you so much for sharing yours with the Thrifty Fun community.
