Selling Clothing at a Garage Sale?
Leave them on. The shoppers will go crazy. Oooo! Look at all these brand new clothes for only $1! Youll sell a lot if you leave the tags on.
Selling Clothing at a Garage Sale?
Oh I see, I thought they were new. In that case, just put a big sign or two that says all clothes are only $1 and be sure to greet people and tell them all the baby clothes are $1. Id pay .50 for a paperback book and up to $2 for a hardback book depending on...
Getting a Better Credit Card?
Try to find some ways to improve your credit score. One way might be to pay off more of the balance on your credit cards.
Tap Water Smells Like Eggs?
My aunts water is like that because she has well water. She has a filter on her tap like the one in the picture another person posted. This is definitely something you should have been told about before purchasing the home, though!
How do I set up a budget?
You dont have to use a fancy computer program. Just use plain old paper and pencil. Check out daveramsey.com for ideas on setting up a budget.
Sources for Wedding Flowers?
I made corsages and bouteniers (or however its spelled) from two dozen roses I bought at the grocery store. For my bouquet and my bridesmaids bouquets, I called a florist and told her I wanted pink flowers and how much I wanted to spend and she made some pretty...
Balancing Work and Family?
You could consider substitute teaching. The school calls you and if you can come in, great, if not, its ok to say no. Sometimes they call way ahead of time and sometimes its at the last minute but you can always say no. Youd probably be home by 3:00 and still...
Balancing Work and Family?
About waiting to have kids-- some people try to wait, but nature runs its course and the kids come along anyway. Just a thought to consider next time anyone feels the urge to get on their soap box.
Balancing Work and Family?
Wow thats pretty neat about the lady who drove a school bus and then worked in the cafeteria-- she made extra money AND saved on gas!
My Parakeet Is Gagging Herself?
Parakeets need to eat gritty stuff to chew their food. Do you have that in the cage?
My Parakeet Is Gagging Herself?
When we had a parakeet when I was a kid we put the grit in the bottom of the cage. We had that bird for a long time so Im pretty sure the grit didnt cause any health problems...
Curfews for College Age Children?
Hes at an age when he is learning to be his own person. This is OK, he needs to learn that. If he isnt being disrespectful other than not spending every waking minute while at home with other family members, I dont see the problem. He has a job and makes good...
Self-Tanning Cream Reviews?
Last summer I used Jergens for my face and Vaseline for my body like one other person mentioned. I got complements from coworkers on my nice tan but my husband thought I looked orange in some places, like on my neck. I think dead skin cells absorb more of the...
Is 12 Old Enough to Go Places Alone?
I was allowed to go to the movies with my best friend when I was 12 and in 7th grade. Usually, one of us would ask our parents if it was ok, then call the other one. Then, before hanging up the phone, we both passed the phone to our moms and they chatted and...
Becoming a Mystery Shopper?
Check out jancyn.com. It isnt very lucrative-- I think the most Ive made in one month is $100-- but this site is legit. It was mostly going to convenience stores and finding out if they really do ask for id when you want to purchase alcohol. I got paid $8 per...
Planning a Wedding?
First make a list of the things you think you will need. Then make a list of people you know that have special talents. Call the people up, and say, Your friendship has meant a lot to me over the years. It would make my wedding very special if you could be...
Do you have high speed or dial up internet service?
I have high speed internet through the cable company. We pay $40 per month for internet and basic cable. We use the internet more than we watch tv. We also have Viatalk. This is a phone service that works through your cable internet. It is 14.95 per month for...
Is it customary to see a list of the gifts your son received from family members?
If you are worried about giving a duplicate gift, you could just ask them if anyone has given them the item yet, or ask them if theres anything they didnt get that they need. Or give money or a gift card. Other than that, I cant really think of any reason anybody...
Planning a Simple Wedding?
What does your dress look like? The blue jeans look would probably look better if your dress is more casual. My wedding was really simple, too. I think thats the best way to go. The important part is the coming together of two families, and the simpler the...
How do I get the Firefox Web Browser?
Firefox is great. I think someone already mentioned how to get it-- go to mozilla.com/firefox and download it-- so as far as the other part of your quesiton goes, the only change that will occur is that you will have another option for web browsing in addition...
Honey Oatmeal Bread (Makes 18 loaves)
How many cups are in a pound of flour? This bread sounds good but Id like to only make enough for my husband and myself. (b)Editors Note:(/b) Between 3 3/4 to 4 cups.
Protect Your Identity Without Using A Shredder
Maybe you could make paper mache stuff out of the papers containing confidential information.
Keeping Recipes Organized
Of course hundreds of recipes will fit into a few photo albums. Amazon.com has several photo albums that hold 200-500 photos each. Thats 200-500 recipe cards each. Just do the math. It works. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000706X1/sr=8-1/qid=1156299522...?tag=thriftyfun0b-20
Buying a Wick for Plug-in Air Fresheners?
I dont know where to buy it, but could you somehow yank it out of used ones to reuse it?
Freezing Bagels?
I freeze both of these in their original bags, nothing else. I freeze the end of the loaf of bread when it starts to get stale and then use it for toast on the weekends and buy fresh bread for sandwiches. I freeze bagels just because I only want one once in...
Easy Stir Fry Recipes?
I dont think you really need a recipe for stir fry. Just cut some meat into bite-size pieces and throw them in the pan with some olive oil and soy sauce. When the meat starts to get done, throw in whatever veggies you have on hand, with more soy sauce. Ginger...
