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Making Meatballs for the Freezer?
A tip for freezing the meatballs is to put them on cookie sheets to freeze. When they are frozen then put them in your bags. You can grab as much as you want and they wont be stuck together.

 

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Remember Shopping Items Without a List
Glad to see Im not the only one who does this, but it does work, crazy as it sounds.

 

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Selling Beanie Babies?
I agree with Great Granny Vi. They arent worth too much anymore. Look for a few needy families and enjoy the smile it brings to a childs face

 

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Ring Around the Tub?
I dont know where you are, but if you know someone who sell Watkins Products. Try Bathroom Cleaner Plus It removes everything! It is the best cleaner I have used.

 

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Keeping Cats From Scratching Screen Doors?
I had the same problem with my own cat. My solution and it worked great. A watergun. I wont hurt the cat and getting them wet a couple of times it all it takes. Good Luck.

 

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Cookies Made With Bacon Grease?
HI I DONT HAVE A COOKIE RECIPE, BUT TEA BISCUITS MADE WITH BACON GREASE ARE GREAT. JUST SUBSTITUTE THE BACON GREASE.

 

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Bees Destroying My Grapes?
HI, WE LIVE IN ALBERTA, CANADA, WE DONT HAVE GRAPES BUT HAVE LOTS OF BEES. WE HAVE TROUBLE KEEPING THEM AWAY FROM OUR HUMMINGBIRD FEEDERS. WE MAKE BEE BOMBS (MY SON INVENTED THESE AND THEY WORK GREAT) TAKE A 2 LITER POP BOTTLE AND CUT 2 UPSIDE DOWN Ts A LITTLE...

 

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I Can't Find Legit Freebies?
HI, I SUBSCRIBE TO SOME SITES ITS HARD TO FIND STUFF FOR CANADA and OTHER COUNTRIES, BUT THERES LOTS OUT THERE FOR THE US TRY THESE SITES: www.myfree.com www.freebiesgalaxy.com www.candy-lovers.com www.the grapevinedeals.com www.justfree@topica.email-publisher...

 

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"Pay As You Go" Cellphone Plans?
I agree. We gave our Mother a cell phone for Xmas last year, it is pay as you go, but she only uses for emergencys. It costs her @$10.00 / month If you use a lot of minutes, stick with a plan. We are from Alberta and have tried both Telus and Rogers, and found...

 

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Reusing Swiffer CarpetFlick Pads?
I have the original swifter and I make my own pads out of J cloths. Just cut the J cloth to size and sew a seam around the edge. They stick to the bottom of the swifter and you can wash them over and over, actually they are better after a couple of washes.

 

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Cleaning One Inch Tiles?
I use a cleaner from Watkins called Bathroom Cleaner Plus and an old toothbrush.

 

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Homemade Peanut Butter Cups?
HERE ARE A COUPLE RECIPES: PEANUTBUTTER CUPS 1 1/2CUPS PEANUTBUTTER, SMOOTH 1/4 CUP BUTTER OR MARGARINE, SOFTENED 2 CUPS ICING SUGAR 1 TSP. VANILLA ----------- 2 CUPS SEMISWEET CHOCOLATE CHIPITS 1/3 CUP PARAFFIN(WAX) GRATED MIX THE FIRST 4 INGR. AND SHAPE INTO...

 

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Cleaning Apartment Appliances?
Charcoal Briquettes, I have used them to get an ador out of an old freezer. Worked great. Just put a few briquettes in the fridge and close the door. The charcoal will absorb the odor.

 

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Subway Oil and Vinegar?
My daughter used to work at Subway and if you are talking about the original Subway sauce, all it is, is regular Italian dressing!!

 

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Cleaning Textured Appliances?
If you have it there try a product called TSP it comes in a container that looks like a small milk carton and is available at most hardware stores. Works on anything, great for walls. I use it to clean the tops of my coolers. They get so dirty when we go camping...

 

Jojo's Cupboard Refurbishing
LOOKS GREAT!! MAKE SURE YOU GIVE THE PAINT AT LEAST A MONTH TO CURE BEFORE WASHING THE DOORS. IT WILL LAST THAT MUCH LONGER

 

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Scuff Marks on Baseboards?
If the scuff marks are from a rubber bumper on the vaccum, you can remove them with toothpaste. Just put on wait a minute and wipe off.

 

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Stripping Paint Off Oak Cabinets?
Try a product called Circa 1850 it is excellent. If you doors have any grooves or pattern, this will get right in there. No sanding just brush it on, let it sit then scrap off. Then you just wipe with water. Must be used in a well ventilated room, take your...

 

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Onion Bags for Scrubbing
You can also use them on top of plant soil to keep indoor cats out of your potted plants.

 

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How do I get off Mailing Lists?
Just stuff everything back in the stamped envelope. These companies only have to pay postage on these envelopes if they are actually mailed back. After I did this I got a couple more, but they have stopped now. This works for all junk mail, even if you dont...

 

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Food Sticking to T-Fal Cookware?
If you want to make your pan non-sticking, heat your pan first. This works for any pan, even an old frying pan I got from a garage sale. Just heat the pan, not on high heat so the burner is red, medium-high, when the pan is hot add your oil or butter or whatever...

 

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Applying Texture to Walls?
Yes you can, I had a wall that had lots of scuffs and marks, this hid everything. You can buy a special roller for this, it is a hard plastic, works great. I have also used ordinary stencils, apply the mud with a small putty knife and gently pull off the stencil...

 

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Vegetable Pate Recipe?
Try, www.recipezaar.com Just type in pate in searchbox for a variety of pates or type in 20497 for vegetable pate. Hope this helps

 

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Food Companies that Mail Coupons?
I subscribe to a few freebie sites that give free coupons now and then. The most recent was for a free bag of dog food worth@ 15.00 I think it is only good for Canada, though. Go to www.iamscoupon.ca fill out the form and your coupon will be in the mail in...

 

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10 Month Old Won't Hold His Own Bottle?
The longer you hold the bottle the better. If you hold the bottle for him it will be so much easier to take away the bottle when its time. I think that you are lucky that he doesnt want to hold the bottle. It also give you some extra cuddling time.

 

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Retrieving Parts from a Broken Drain?
There should be a black U shaped trap under the sink. Just loosen the two black nuts that are holding the pipe and the trap will slide right down. They do unscrew in different directions one clockwise the other counter clockwise. Hope this helps

 

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An Animal Died In Our Camper?
Buy a bag of BBQ charcoal (like Kingsford) and put it in small boxes around the camper. It will absorb the odor.

 

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Removing Weeds from Crowded Beds
All I can say is THANK YOU for the tip!!!

 

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Milkshake and Smoothie Recipes?
Go to www.recipezaar.com and type in smoothie, there are 73 recipes for smoothies. They are also rated. Good Luck

 

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Weeds Growing In Cracks In My Driveway?
This recipe is from www.recipegoldmine.com It works really well. Like any other weed killer, make sure it is a sunny day. No rain for at least 8 hours after you spray. Natural Weed Killer Formula 1 gallon White Vinegar 1 cup Table Salt 1 tablespoon Dish Detergent...

 

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Dealing with Canadian Thistle?
We have canadian thistle too. I use roundup, but not save for animals. Try this homemade recipe I found. Like roundup it must be sprayed on a sunny day to allow the weed killer to work its way into the roots. Good Luck! Natural Weed Killer Formula 1 gallon...

 

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Closet Smells Like Cat Litter?
Try charcoal briquets, (the ones for bbq). Just put them in the closet and they will absorb the odor.

 

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Burgers for Camping
This is an awesome tip Thanks for sharing

 

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Helping a Rescued Dog?
LET HIM KNOW HES LOVED

 

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Recipes Using Orange Marmalade?
Go to www.recipezaar.com and type in orange marmalade, theres recipes for cakes, cookies, muffins etc.

 

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Bug Killer Recipe?
This is from www.recipegoldmine.com awesome site a recipe for everything! Bug Spray This will dislodge or smother aphids, thrips and mites. 2 tablespoons liquid soap (such as Ivory) 1 gallon water Mix and put into plastic spray jar. Spray onto plants.

 

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Crusty Multigrain Bread Recipe?
Check out www.recipezaar.com and type in # 107864 for a good recipe, or type in multigrain bread and it will bring up 11 different recipes. Good Luck.

 

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Nacho Cheese Recipe That Doesn't Use Velveeta?
I use a can of Campbells cheddar cheese soup and mix in @1/3 cup milk. I like mine mild, hubby likes his on fire. After I mix in the soup I split it in half and add the hot spices to half and leave the other mild for me. Heat in microwave and enjoy!

 

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Where do you put frozen bread at to rise?
I turn on the light in my oven and put the covered bread inside, door closed, to rise for @ 1 hour. When it has risen to just above the pan take it out of the oven, then turn the oven on to 350 and bake for 40 min. On really hot days, it can sit on your countertop...

 

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Russian Black Bread Recipe?
Try www.recipezaar.com type in russian black bread in the box and click on search. There are 4 recipes, hope there is one you like.

 

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Grape Jelly Recipes?
This is from recipezaar: Wild Grape Jelly Recipe #72585 3 lbs wild grapes, stemmed 3 cups water 4 1/2 cups sugar 1 (85 ml) package liquid pectin In large saucepan, crush grapes with potato masher; pour in water and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered...

 

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Gift in a Jar Recipes?
Try www.recipegoldmine.com Go to the bottom of the page in the recipe index, click on Gifts in a jar. Lots of recipes

 

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Maraschino Cherry Stain?
Here is a copycat recipe for Oxyclean from www.recipezaar.com Homemade Oxygen Cleaner Recipe #32716 The name brand is expensive but this is an inexpensive alternative and less harmful to your clothes than bleach! 1 cup hot water 1/2 cup baking soda 1/2 cup...

 

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Shaker for Powdered Sugar
You can surprise your friends and family by using stencils or paper doilys. Just set them on the french toast, or cakes and sprinkle away, lift and you have a nice pattern. If you are adventurous you can cut their name out a peice of paper. When I make brownies...

 

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How do You Fill Out a Money Order?
Its sort of like a cheque, on the top line by the amount fill in the name of the person who will be cashing the money order. At the bottom on the left sign your name and at the right your address.

 

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Wood Planter Patterns?
Try: www.backyardspaces.com Lots of plans!!

 

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V-8 Recipes?
I dont drink V8 but here is a recipe that my neighbor swears by. Sounds too simple to be good, but she says you cant taste the difference. Homemade V-8 Juice 48 ounces plain tomato juice 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning Blend well and chill. Enjoy!

 

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Turning Jelly Into Syrup?
I wouldnt cut back on the juice or sugar, but just use 1/2 a package of certo. Thats what I do for chokecherry syrup. Good Luck

 

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Window Treatments My Living Room?
Id go with something in the maroons in a silky fabric.

 

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Fuzz on Clothing from Towels?
Its a lot of work but try using tape. Any tape will do, but something that is wide will make the job go faster. Just cut a piece of tape and wrap it around your hand, sticky side out, and roll the tape over the shirt till all the fluff is gone

 

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Matching Paint Color?
Maybe you can cut a piece of gyproc from behind a plug in. Just unscrew the cover plate, it usually covers @ 1/2 of gyproc. Try cutting a piece about 3 x 1/3. Be very careful when cutting, the wires are inside a box, but still be careful when cutting.

 

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Making Spreadable Cream Cheese?
This is a favorite, give it a try. Surprise Spread 250 g cream cheese, softened 1/2cup sour cream 1/4 cup mayonaise 2 cans(113g )small or broken shrmp,rinse and drain* 1 cup seafood sauce 2 cups mozzarella, shredded 1 green pepper,chopped 3 green onions, chopped...

 

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How can I remove hard water deposits off plumbing fixtures?
I use a product called Bathroom Cleaner Plus, I get it from my local Amway dealer. It is expensive but you only need a little and it lasts a long time. I have really hard water and this works great. Also you can try CLR, you can find it at most supermarket...

 

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Frozen Breaded Mushrooms?
This is my very simple and very tasty recipe for battered mushrooms. 1cup flour 1tsp. salt 1cup beer Mix the flour and salt, stir in the beer, cover and let sit at room temp. for @1 hour. Heat oil. Dip mushrooms in the batter and fry as directed on fryer.

 

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Cleaning Rubber Marks off a Vinyl Floor?
I always use toothpaste, just rub it on wait a few seconds and wipe it off.

 

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My Dog Can't Close His Mouth?
He might have a bone stuck in his throat, take him to the vet for an xray.

 

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Deep Red Bedspread?
Go for a light to medium grey!!!

 

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Writing Notes in a Recipe Book
I do the same, but I just draw a happy face with either a smile or a frown

 

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Cooking Advice For Picky Husbands
LOL, My husband does not like cream cheese, if he only knew how many dips, and desserts I have put it in!!

 

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How do you make modeling clay?
These are from www.pioneerthinking.com CHILDRENS CRAFTS How to make modeling clay MODELING CLAY - RECIPE 1 Mix together: 2 1/2 cups flour 1 cup salt 1 cup water Food coloring, optional Store in refrigerator. RECIPE 2 Mix and cook over low heat until mixture...

 

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Wooden Reindeer With a Red Nose Light?
I dont know how big your reindeer is but I would use a pingpong ball spray painted red. Just cut a small hole and insert a christmas light

 

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Where are the best freebies?
Heres a few I subscribe to www.myfree.com www.justfreestuff.com www.killerfreebies.com

 

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Campbell's Condensed Golden Mushroom Soup Recipe?
Go to www.recipezaar.com and in the search area type in golden mushroom soup. There are 6 recipes posted. Hope you find one you like.

 

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Homemade Onion Rings?
Here is a recipe that I use. Cut the onions into rings and put in a bowl (not metal) with ice water and let sit for at least 4 hours. Drain. Get three bowls and put in each: 1 cup flour in one 2 eggs, beaten in one 2 cups Ritz crackers crushed* Dip the rings...

 

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Easy Craft Ideas?
In the last Thrifty Fun, there was a Christmas ornament called Starburst Christmas ornament. I plan to make them with my nieces. It looks easy and fun to make. Im sure the moderator could let you know which Thrifty Fun newsletter it was in. (b)Editors Note...

 

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Dry Skin Moisturizer Recipe?
This is a recipe from recipezaar, go to recipezaar if you wnat to read the ratings You will see the change in your skin after a week. Recipe #61610 Internal Detox For Glowing Skin This is a great, simple drink to detox impurities from your body. It cleanses...

 

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Buying Empty Juice Pouches?
Try your local bottle depot.

 

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Lipton Onion Soup Mix (Copycat)
Thanks Ill give it a try. Here is my favorite recipe that calls for onion soup mix. These patties are awesome! Beef Patties in Onion Gravy Patties 1 lb ground beef 1 egg 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs 1/2 envelope dry onion soup mix 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce...

 

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Kibbles 'n Bits Manufacturer?
Go to www.kibblesnbits.com There is a section where you can post your feedback or questions.

 

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Paint Still Sticky Long After Painting?
What color did you use? If it was red, it takes a long time to dry. I painted my basement a bright red and it took about 2 weeks to completely dry.

 

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Is it financially practical to get a fishing license?
If you like fishing go for it. We get our license every year. We ice fish too. We are 90 percent catch and release. The fun is in the catching and seeing who gets the biggest fish of the day. Go out and enjoy yourself.

 

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Crafts for Kindergartners?
Here are some snowmen made from creamer containers. Im sure that the kids would have fun making them.

 

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Gift Ideas for a Youth Minister?
Find out what kind of music he likes. Maybe a nice classical CD

 

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Mr. Clean Collectible Doll?
This is from www.goantiques.com When you go to the site leave the All Channels Under All categories go to dolls On the next line type in vintage Mr Clean Doll Then click on search Vintage 1960s Mr Clean Advertising Doll Channel: Collectibles Year: 1960s Price...

 

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Disco Ball Centerpieces?
I would just get pieces of mirror tile and cut them into small squares. I would probably cut them into about 1/2 squares and starting in the middle and working your way to the top and bottom hot glue them onto the styrofoam ball.

 

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I Hate My Wallpaper?
I would remove the wallpaper. But if you do want to paint over it, make sure that you use an oil base primer and paint. The latex paint is water based and will lift the edges of the wallpaper (yes I am talking from experience LOL) If you take a picture of your...

 

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Cooking a Turkey Breast in the Microwave?
Please dont cook it in the microwave. If people only knew how bad they are. The take all the nutrients out of the food.

 

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Organizing Purses?
I just watched an episode of Rooms that Rock today and the teenager had lots of purses. They had an old wrought iron gate mounted to the wall and hung the purses by hooks. It looked really nice. You could also go to the gardening store and buy a piece of trellis...

 

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Curfews for College Age Children?
When me and my husband were that age, the thing back then was to live together. The thing for the kids now is to stay at home longer. My daughter is 23 with no signs of moving out. She works pays for her cell, and car payments and insurance. She does no housework...

 

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Add a Drain in Your Basement Floor
All new homes are required to have a drain usually in the laundry room by the hot water tank. It is code.

 

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Bags of Candy With Sayings?
I know what you are talking about, Ive gotten and given a few. They sell stuff like this at the dollar store. Just go there with pen and paper in hand and write down a few sayings. This is on the label of the last ones I got: World Wide Dweeb (small letters...

 

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Fixing a Scratched Wall?
Im not sure I understand about the scratch. A picture would have helped. If the scratch is not to big or noticible, just color it in with a marker, experiment a little in a corner where no one will see to match the color of the paint.

 

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Does anyone still use the old mop and bucket?
I use those blue j cloths, they have some cheap ones at the dollar store. Just fold them like the swifter pads, you can fold them so they have the dust catcher flaps like the swifter pads. I usually use 2 j cloths to make 1 pad. After you fold them cut them...

 

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How is paint made?
Here are a couple sites, hope they are helpful. www.angelfire.com/linux/chemistryofpaint/ www.creative-chemistry.org.uk/activities/paints.htm

 

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Cut Butter In Flour?
I just cut the butter into small pieces and add it to the flour, then I just use my fingers and squish the butter as I turn the bowl. You can feel for the bigger lumps. Works for me and there is no other tools to clean up.

 

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Problems with Newsletters
Hi I am not having problems with the newsletter. I did receive an e-mail from Microsoft to upgrade to Explorer 7.0 which I did. I later had problems running some of my programs.I called my computer manufacturer, who in turn told me to remove Explorer 7.0. They...

 

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Lee Wards Pattern #06-35425 Ripple Afghan?
Is the afgan kintted or crocheted, I have some knitted patterns that my match. Can you post a picture?

 

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Nougat Recipe?
Go to www.recipezaar.com and type in nougat, there is 12 different recipes. Hope you find one you like.

 

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Cats Spraying On Screen Doors?
I have a kitten who liked to climb on my screen doors, I went to the dollar store and bought a couple water guns and when he climbed on the door, I would shoot water at him. He soon stopped.

 

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Changing Outdoor Cats Bathroom Habits?
Try cayenne pepper, just sprinkle where the cats are going and along the door, they will get a sniff of it and will be out the door. Just keep the pepper in the shed if needed again.

 

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Saving Too Many School Papers?
I would try to nip this in the bud right now if you can. I made the mistake of saving every paper my daughter brought home from school. She is now 23 years old and saves EVERYTHING!! She has saved every purse, backpack, note that someone gave her in grade 3...

 

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Almond Biscotti Recipe?
Almond Biscotti This is from www.recipezaar.com If you want you can go there and type in the recipe# below, there are 38 ratings of people who have tried and rated this recipe. Recipe #51936 (38 ratings ) 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking...

 

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Multifunction (All-In-One) Printer Reviews?
I bought a HP Deskjet F3000 series, from Walmart for $47.99. I works great. It has a scanner, copier and printer. I has buttons for plain paper, photo paper, # of copies, black copies and colored copies. The ink is in the same range as all the other inks. I...

 

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Mushroom Soup Patties?
I made these many times when my kids were little, and still make them today. Unfortunately there is no real recipe, but Ill try. 1 lb ground beef 1/4 c cracker crumbs 1/4 c minced onion (optional) 1 egg. 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 can (use the empty soup...

 

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Yellow Dust In My House (Update)?
Do your carpets have a rubber back? Sometimes when carpets get old the rubber back turns yellow and crumbles into dust. This could be the problem. Shampooing your carpet may make the problem worse. Try to pull up a corner of the rug where no one will see it...

 

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Black Marks from Plastic on a Bathroom Sink?
Try toothpaste!! I use it to get the black scuff marks off linoleum. Put a dab on and let sit for a minute and wipe off.

 

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Hot Dog Casserole?
This is from www.recipezaar.com Hot Dog Casserole Recipe #24205 1 (8 ounce) box elbow macaroni, freshly cooked,drained 1/2 lb hot dogs, sliced into rounds 2 1/4 cups American cheese or Velveeta cheese, shredded 5 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 small onion, very...

 

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Easter Egg Dye Recipes?
From www.recipezaar.com #160383 Egg Dye 10 drops food coloring 1 teaspoon white vinegar 1/2 cup boiling water 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional) glitter (optional) white craft glue (optional) For each dye bath combine 1/2 cup boiling water with 1 tsp vinegar...

 

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Chinese Food Recipes?
Here is a recipe for chicken fried rice that is equal to or better than any Chinese Restaurant. It may seem like a long recipe, but once you have made it a couple of times it is easy. The rice and the chicken can be cooked the day before and the vegetables...

 

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Girl Scout Samoa Cookie Recipe?
try www.recipezaar.com type in the number 37459 in the search bar and click go

 

Satin Bow for a Prom Dress?
I used to spray water on my kids shoe laces to keep them from coming undone. I dont see why this wouldnt work on the bow. just moisten the part that is being tied, it will keep the bow tight.

 

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Great Chocolate Recipes?
Check out www.recipezaar.com Type in reeses squares, over 250 people have tried and loved this recipe. I have made it a few times, never any leftovers! Reeses Squares - 5 Ingredients & No Bake (Reeses) Recipe #29679 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs 1 lb confectioners...

 

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Weeds In a Gravel Driveway?
Buy a 4 litre jug of vinegar and remove @2 cups. Add 1 cup salt shake and use to spray on weeds. It will kill anything it touches, so be careful.

 

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Gluten Free Cornbread?
Try www.recipezaar.com Type in gluten free in the search area and click on go. It came up with 332 recipes, some have been tried and rated. Good Luck

 

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Recipes Using Beer?
Make a batter for onion rings and mushrooms. 1 cup flour 1 cup beer 1 tsp. salt Let sit on counter for 1 hour before using.

 

Straws that have flower shapes on the end, as a gift.

"Bloomin' Straws" Bouquet for Mother's...
Very cool, I think Ill pack some straws in my camper this summer. The kids will enjoy making these.

 

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Chicken and Macaroni Salad Help?
What is misssing is sugar. Instead of using mayonaise, use salad dressing. There is a huge difference in taste, especially in salads. Try making your next salad with salad dressing, regular or light, youll taste the difference.

 

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Smoothing a Rough Cement Patio?
My DH is a cement finisher and brooming concrete is meant for driveways and sidewalks ( to prevent slipping on when wet). If you asked for a shiny finish thats what you should have gotten. Whoever did your patio broomed it because they didnt want to sit around...

 

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Recipes Using Blueberries?
Go to www.recipezaar.com and in the search box type in blueberry. There are over 1500 recipes. When the recipes come up, look where it says the page numbers, under that click on the word rating, it will sort the recipes into the most popular, with ratings by...

 

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McCormick's Monterey and Santa Fe Seasonings Recipes?
Santa Fe Seasoning Blend (Salt Free!) 4 teaspoons ground cumin 2 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander 2 1/2 teaspoons chili powder 2 teaspoons dried oregano 2 teaspoons dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon cloves 1/4 teaspoon allspice 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon Combine all ingredients...

 

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French Apple Pie?
This is from www.recipezaar.com Just go to the site and type in French Apple Pie and hit Go. There are 9 recipes, if this isnt the one you are looking for maybe one of the others is. Good Luck French Apple Pie 2 9 inch pie crusts, unbaked 6 granny smith apples...

 

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Stitches Skipping on Sewing Machine?
I agree to adjust your tension. On most machines the left side of the machine near the top is the tension wheel, you will see numbers on it. If your machine is sewing fine on light material, check your tension, if it is at a low number, move it to a higher...

 

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Dill Pickles with Garlic?
A recipe I have given to many people, hope you enjoy it. Kosher Dills 30-36 cukes(3-4long) 3 cups vinegar 3 cups water 6 tbs. coarse salt Dill 1-2 cloves garlic, sliced in half 1 1/2 tsp. mustard seed Wash the cukes, brush off any spines and trim the tips.* Combine...

 

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Peanut Butter Swirl Chocolate Fudge Recipe?
This is from recipezaar. Peanut Butter and Chocolate Swirl 360 g white chocolate, chopped coarsley 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter 400 g dark chocolate, chopped coarsley note: you can cook chocolate in microwave, cook on medium about 1 minute, stirring twice while...

 

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Teflon Pans In Oven Drawer?
If you are worried about putting your teflon pans in a drawer, why not hang them. The cupboard that I store my pots and pans has two doors in front. I put a cup hook on the inside of the door and hang the frying pan on the door.

 

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Craft Ideas For Plaster Of Paris?
If you have some interesting molds you could make sand sculptures. Moisten the sand a little and press the mold into the sand, then pour the plaster of paris into the mold shape and let dry. When it is dry gently pull out the sculpture and gently brush off...

 

View of three angels.

Book Angels
Very, very, very nice!!!!!

 

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Try Using MySpace
If you like myspace, you will really like www.facebook.com

 

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Sweet and Sour Sauce - Tips and Recipes?
Our family favorite sweet & sour sauce: 2 cups water 1 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup vinegar 1/4 cup ketchup 3 tbs. soya sauce Bring all ingr. to a boil and thicken with @2 tbs. corn starch mixed with a little cold water.

 

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Toilet Ring from Silicates?
I dont know what silicates is, but try a product from Amway called Bathroom cleaner Plus

 

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Pizza Box Stain on Furniture?
I have never tried it but I heard that toothpaste works. Give it a try.

 

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Slice Storebought Cookie Dough Before Unwrapping
You could also use a piece of fishing line or a cheese slicer

 

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How do you upholster the back of dining room chair?
With no picture it is hard to say. Some chairs have material on both sides. Look for any screws that are holding the back to the chair and remove them. If there is material on both sides then there is probably staples on the bottom, remove the staples and carefully...

 

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Beer Batter for Chicken?
BEER BATTER CHICKEN 1CUP BEER 1CUP FLOUR 1 TSP SALT MIX ALL TOGETHER. EITHER LET THE BEER GO FLAT BEFORE ADDING OR AFTER YOU MIX ALL TOGETHER LET SIT ON THE COUNTER FOR 1 HOUR. EXCELLENT FOR BATTERED MUSHROOMS

 

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Recipes Using Condensed Milk?
I make these every Christmas, yummy! Six Layer Squares 1/2 cup butter or hard margarine 1 cup graham cracker crumbs 1 cup chocolate chips 1 cup butterscotch chips 1 cup flaked coconut 300 ml. can sweetened condensed milk Melt butter in a 9x9 pan over low heat...

 

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