Identifying Bed Sheet Sizes?
I use a Sharpie Permanent Marker and write the size on the foot corner of mine. I also mark the left head corner and the right foot corner of the fitted sheet so theres no guessing at how it goes on the bed. All my fitted sheets are marked the same. The ink...
Recipes Using Canned Pork?
Occasionally, we will have fried Spam. I slice it and batter each slice in flour and fry until brown and crisp on each side.
Value of U.C. Limoges China?
You may be able to find your china on Replacements, Ltd. website. They buy and sell china.
Getting the Yellow Out of Grey Hair?
I use Generic Conditioning Shampoo from Sallys. Compare it to: Clairol Shimmer Lights Original Conditioning Shampoo. Takes away the yellow. Adds sparkle and shine. So the bottle says. I use it once a week and it keeps my gray hair from getting dull. Works for...
Pull-Apart Pineapple
I have eaten fresh pineapple but have never bought one, mainly because I dont know how to handle it. You have given a tip that Im going to have to try. Thanks.
Juice Containers to Fill Empty Freezer Space
You are right about not filling the bottle to the top. Ice does expand. Thank you for adding that comment. I also have some Gatorade bottles of ice in the freezer and as you said, these smaller frozen containers do come in handy.
Cleaning a Stovetop
Gimp eliminated the shadows from the window light. Thanks. I still have a few black marks around the surface that came from me scratching it before I started using Easy-Off. Its not bad for a 25 year old stove.
White Vinegar to Remove Calcium...
I tried the vinegar method for removing calcium deposit on our bathroom faucet. There was just a little buildup but I could not remove it just cleaning or brushing with a toothbrush. I soaked a dish towel with vinegar and wrapped it around the base of the faucet...
Plastic Bottle Fruit Fly Trap
I like that idea but I thought since the bottle is real light weight it might tip over easily but after seeing Sandis idea, posted in todays Thrifty tips, you can use a can to stabilize the bottle. Ill be trying this when the weather gets warm and the gnats...
How to Clean Dirty Coins
Ive gotten hold of some pennies that looked like they were buried for years in a jelly jar. I had to wash them and get them ready for deposit. I looked for old ones but never found any. Ill remember this tip when Bible School starts.
Beech Mountain Ski Cam
Beech Mountain skiing was fun for these folks this afternoon even in the 9 degree temperature. When I looked at the site this morning, the temperature was 1.3 degrees. Thats cold. At the top of the screen, above the cam picture, the site gives the present temperature...
Beech Mountain Ski Cam
What I dont like about watching this cam is I cant operate the camera. I want to watch the skiers go down the hill, especially the little ones and the camera does not turn when I try moving it. I do enjoy watching this cam. Its a good one.
How Do I Know if a Tray is Sterling Silver?
All of the sterling silver I have ever seen has sterling engraved on it. This is a beautiful tray.
How to Survive Weeks in an Arm Sling
Jodie, I love the idea of hooking your bra and stepping into it. I learned that trick years ago. It works much faster and easier for me to put it on that way. When I wash my bras and put them away, they are fastened and ready to put on. I know you are glad...
Making Tuna Salad?
I add chopped sweet pickle, pickle juice, celery seed and some black pepper. Make it about once a week and we love it. Quick and easy. I use tuna packed in water and drain off the water before making the salad.
Stainless Steel Vs. Black Cooktop?
Back in the 60s or 70s, most appliances were white and then the colored ones came out. Wow! We thought Avocado, Copper and Almond colors were so pretty. Anybody remember those days? We went through Avocado and then Almond but we eventually went back to white...
What To Eat With Healing Denture?
We love potato soup. It would be good for you to eat and it will keep you from getting hungry. This is my favorite recipe and it is so easy to make: https://www.thriftyfun.com/Cheesy-Potato-Soup-2.html
Losing Weight Without Being Able to Exercise
Losing weight is hard to do. Looks like you have it under control which is so good. Thanks for sharing.
Political Signs Make Great Knee Pads
That same type of material is used for advertising and they pop up everywhere. They mar the beauty of our roadsides and should be outlawed. After they have been up a week, I remove them.
Protect Paint Label While Painting
If you have to piece the paper, painters tape will not tear the label.
Storing Saran Wrap
I had a little left on a roll and also a new box of Cling Wrap. I had stopped using it because it is so hard to handle. I tried your tip, and it works. Thank you!!
Free Pill Boxes
I have 4 pill boxes that I use daily. On each box I have the time of day, I take these pills, written on tape. Breakfast, 4:00, supper and bedtime. The 4:00 time is the one I have the most problems remembering, so I set the alarm on my phone to remind me. I...
Use a Reacher for Dusting
I love my reach extenders. I have several scattered about in the house. Good idea for using it to dust as well. Great way for getting the dust out of those hard to reach places.
Day of the Dead Milk Gallon Skull
I dont decorate for Halloween but this looks it would be fun to make. Good idea!!
Teacher's Day Greeting Card for Men
Thats so cute and it would be something a teacher would want to keep since it is homemade.
Can I Cut These From My Grapevine?
Thank you. These are Scuppernong grapes. We live in the North Carolina piedmont area. The winters can get down in the teens but are usually not too cold.
Can I Cut These From My Grapevine?
Thank you. I think that is what Im going to do as they sure are ugly.
Can I Cut These From My Grapevine?
Thanks Judy but Im thinking its too late for that now. These grapes get ripe end of August and 1st 2 weeks in September. I picked the last ones off the vine yesterday. Best I can read, pruning the vine back is done in June and July but just a little to open...
Olive Oil to Keep Gnats Out Of Your Face
Mosquitoes have been bad in the garden, so I have been using insect repellent with DEET in it for my arms and legs and the oil on my face only. I hope it works for you.
Mountain City Webcam
Every day, I really enjoy looking at these two live web cams. They change with time and weather. Today, they had snow and we didnt. I love snow and it is so exciting when we have it where we live which is not very often. See above for web sites.
Mountain City Webcam
I dont know. The script at the bottom states: Located above the town of Mountain City, the Redden Realty cam offers fantastic long range views of the popular Tennessee town and even into the mountains of western North Carolina. This is my thinking; if you are...
Mountain City Webcam
In the last couple of weeks, I have seen a lot of deer activity in the foreground on this web cam.
Mountain City Webcam
This is another live webcam that I enjoy looking at. A beautiful scene of a covered bridge in Vermont. It looks like it is a popular swimming hole as well. Some jump off the cement edge of the bridge into the water. https://www.webcamtaxi.com/en/usa/vermont...
Shine Flashlight on Pipe to Check for Drain Flies
You wont actually be able to see drain flies but you will be able to see if there is a lot of gunk in the pipe. Hope this helps.
Use a Drain Bucket When Washing Vegetables Outside
We have a garden and do a lot of freezing and canning. It takes a lot of water to wash the vegetables and I try not to waste it. Usually, I pour it on my bushes.
Not Your Ordinary Kitten (Bobcat)
For her birthday, my neighbor received this picture of Baxter and the bobcat. Of course, she cried. This is such a sweet picture and what makes it so special is the dog. He was one of the smartest and sweetest dogs I have ever known and was loved by so many...
Fanny Pack for Clothespin Bag
When I have a lot to hang out on the line, the fanny pack will not hold all the clothespins I need but thats not a problem. I take my little bucket of extra ones with me and refill the fanny pack when needed.
Recalled Jif Peanut Butter?
Thats what I was thinking but I wanted some opinions on this. Our grocery store is taking the peanut butter back and giving a refund. I have another jar that we have been eating on before there was a recall. We have not had any problems but to be safe, I have...
Stir Fried Beet Greens
Dont throw those beet greens in the trash. They are good and so nutritious. Another way to fix them is to sauté them a little and throw in a couple of eggs and scramble together. Delicious!!
Pixel (Cat)
Thats a great picture. He looks so sweet and lovable. Looks just like my grandcat that was also very lovable. We still miss him.
Unstuffed Cabbage
This sounds delicious but I cant have the tomato soup as it is not gluten free. Im wondering if I could make a tomato soup substitute to use instead. I found a recipe on line. It calls for 8 oz. can of tomato sauce, 1 tbsp. corn starch, 1 1/2 tbsp. brown sugar...
Keep Refrigerator Coils Clean
Its been over a year now since I posted this tip about keeping your refrigerator coils clean. Mine is still working like new and we did see a decrease in the light bill. I have continued to keep the coils clean. Last time I did it was with the electric leaf...
Keep Refrigerator Coils Clean
I noticed our refrigerator was running all the time and I took a look at the grates underneath. They were caked with dust. With me being so busy, I had not thought to use the brush to sweep them and they had not been cleaned since January when I posted this...
Keep Refrigerator Coils Clean
It has been over a month now and our refrigerator is still cooling just like new. I do believe we will see a difference in our electric bill as well but only time will tell us that.
Keep Refrigerator Coils Clean
Jess, since the refrigerator is in the garage, you may want to try this quick and easy way to clean the coils. Im going to try it next time. I have an electric blower like this one. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JDTImEOsR3g
Keep Refrigerator Coils Clean
I hope that cleaning the coils is all it needs. Let us know. Ours is working like new.
Keep Refrigerator Coils Clean
Im glad we didnt have to buy a new refrigerator. They dont make them like the use to. I hope this tip will help someone.
Cabbage Soup
I did not know if Cabbage Soup would freeze well so I tried it. It does freeze well and tastes just like it is freshly cooked.
Cabbage Soup
I learned this trick from our daughter. When I make cabbage soup, I put the bulb end of the green onions in water and grow my own. They are ready to cut in about 6 days.
Cabbage Soup
It took me a week of eating no sweets to lose that 5 pounds I gained during Christmas. Whee!! I love this Cabbage Soup!!
Cabbage Soup
It took a while but while eating this soup every day, I lost 5 pounds and kept it off. Christmas messed me up with just a few days eating lots of sweets. This morning, I weighed and I have gained my 5 pounds back. Enough of that foolishness so the sweets are...
Cabbage Soup
We are still eating this soup at least once a day and have not gotten tired of it. I have made it several times.
Webcam: Beautiful Fall View
Sky Valley Country Club covered in snow. Beautiful!!! https://www.resortcams.com/webcams/sky-valley-ga/
Webcam: Beautiful Fall View
Its covered with snow now and so beautiful!! https://www.resortcams.com/webcams/sky-valley-ga/
Webcam: Beautiful Fall View
It is amazing how many webcams you can see. They have just recently added more to the menu. Looks like they will be having the Christmas parade in Blowing Rock, NC, today at 10:00 AM EST. https://www.resortcams.com/webcams/blowing-rock/
Webcam: Beautiful Fall View
Im sure it will be. Ill be looking for it. This morning, the water on the ponds was still and the reflections of the trees was so peaceful looking.
Webcam: Beautiful Fall View
This is still pretty but last week, when I had the urge to share it, it was absolutely gorgeous. The trees were full of red and golden leaves. I still enjoy looking at it every morning.
Double Check Curbside Pick Up Orders
In North Carolina, where we live, we are not charged for the plastic bags but that may change in the future. Im thinking that if we are charged I will just let them put the majority of my groceries in the cart and I will transfer them to a clothes basket when...
No Bake Energy Bites
After mixing the peanut butter and honey, I heated it in the microwave for about 30 seconds and then added the chocolate chips. The melted chocolate blended in with all the other ingredients and they turned out really good. They are also good frozen.
Take a Day Trip
These apples are so good. I think my favorite way to eat them is dehydrated. They are sweet and crisp. A handful in the morning, with a cup of coffee, while surfing the internet, gets my day off to a good start.
Making New Candles From Used Ones
So good to see you back up and running again. You have been missed by so many. Love the candle idea. I have been wondering how to do that and now, thanks to you, I know. I will be trying that especially this winter. Love to burn candles during the cold weather...
Thick Book for Step Exercises
Thanks Jess. The duct tape is making it really tight so, hopefully, I wont damage the book. It feels really solid. It is so convenient to use it in the kitchen, Ill probably keep it there. I love it.
Wonderful Avocado Toast
I would have never thought of this. I will have to give it a try. Thanks for posting. Simple to do but I have never heard of anyone doing this.
Barn Swallows
I saw on the internet that they prefer white feathers and that is what they gather for their nest.
Barn Swallows
We have babies!! Im glad I left the nest up from last year. The swallows are not dive bombing us like they did last year. I guess they trust us more now.
Barn Swallows
The Barn Swallows are back! I dont know if it is the same ones or not. We have been seeing them for over a week. They have been busy remodeling last years nest and have gotten it ready to raise another family. The nest is full of feathers. Is it their feathers...
Barn Swallows
Its late in the season and there have been no more eggs in the nest. I am going to leave the nest as it is to see if they use it again next year.
Crushing Crackers or Corn Chips for Soup Easily
I thought about you today when I used your tip for crushing Rice Chex to put in some banana cookies. It worked perfect for crushing them just the way I needed.
Flourless Banana Cookies (GF)
I took one of these out of the freezer and put some ice cream on it. It tasted like a Nutty Buddy, my favorite ice cream cone!! It was so good, I had to have another. Havent eaten a Nutty Buddy since I was diagnosed with Celiac many years ago.
Keep Cucumbers Crisp and Fresh
We are getting some cucumbers out of the garden now and I put them in a plastic bag with paper towels in the bag. It has helped to keep them fresh and crisp for days.
Sour Cream Cornbread (Gluten Free)
I made some more muffins for dinner and put blueberries in them. They are soooo goooood!!
Keep Cucumbers Crisp and Fresh
No. I wrapped them in a dry paper towel and put them back into the produce bag. Everything is dry.
Sour Cream Cornbread (Gluten Free)
I just heated one of the muffins up in the microwave for 20 seconds and it was so good. Im tempted to eat two.
