Keep Bugs out of Flour
we had an infestation of meal bugs over a year ago. It lasted way longer than I ever wanted it to. I kept finding stuff theyd been in. There is no telling the total amount of foods we had to toss out. I read somewhere about bay leaves. We bought several bottles...
Thanksgiving Gift Ideas?
Nice smelling candles are always welcome in my home. To me there is nothing more welcoming when a person walks in the door as a nicely scented candle burning. To me, it just makes the atmosphere, despite the occasion.
Uses for Liquid Detergent Bottles?
My dietician suggested that I use an empty liquid detergent bottle to dispose of my needles that I test my blood sugar with. When it gets full, Im to take it to my Dr. for him to put in their Hazardous Waste Trash. This way the needles arent in my trash & arent...
Using It All - Tin Cans and Lids?
I bought some unique Christmas ornaments a few years back that were made out of the 6oz. tuna cans. Someone had spray painted them a shiny (1) red & (1) green. Theyd taken a white powder laundry soap, dampened it enough to make a paste they put this in the...
PopTabs for Redemption?
Hi, Ive heard that McDonalds restaurants accept them. All proceeds go towards their Ronald McDonald Houses.
What to Do with Pine Cones?
You could donate them to a thrift store for those shoppers looking for inexpensive craft items for the holidays. Just a thought!
Put Toothpicks in a Spice Jar
Plus by having them in a empty spice jar, they might have a nice taste & smell.
Are Extended Service Warranties Worth It?
Weve never needed the extended warranty, after purchasing it. My hubby thinks its a waste of good hard earned money. But I think if wed ever really had trouble with the vehicle wed have been glad wed gotten it. This is one question that I think the answer would...
Are Extended Service Warranties Worth It?
I hope youre going to be taking a guy with you when you buy your car, even if hes a co-worker, a neighbor, your brother, just someone to be with you to point out and ask questions that you might not think of asking. Those car salesmen are well known to sell...
Using it Up: Leftover or Stale Cereal
My Sister-in-law uses Kelloggs Frosted Flakes on top of her potato casserole. Surprisingly, its not bad, it gives it a little something extra in taste.
Decorating Using Small Plastic Juice Bottles?
You could paint on the bottles and then use them for vases, pencil & pen holders, or just put some water colored with food coloring in them (youd want lids or a piece of cork on the tops). Could you put some colored sand in them and put a candlestick in the...
Keep an Empty Bag in the Bottom of the Waste Basket
Weve done this for years, saved a bunch of $$$ not having to buy trash bags for the smaller trash cans.
Dry Shampoo?
I, too, have used baby powder. It works fine as long as you dont use too much. For the sick or someone who cant wash their own hair, at Walgreens they have a product called Shampoo in a Cap. It comes in a shower cap, you put it on your hair and massage it in...
Make Your Own Scented Drawer Liner Paper?
Ive never made any scented drawer liners before, but Ive used scented bath soaps in my lingerie drawers, as well as the tear out pages of cologne samples found in magazines. Best of luck!
Frugal Deli Fried Chicken
Our local Walmart Superstore is good to mark down their rotisserie chickens on the same day & can get 2 for the price of 1, also. We sometimes just cut them in quarters and freeze. Then other times well have a meal off of one and pull the rest of the meat off...
Preparing a Salad Ahead of Time
Hi, whered you purchase your salad spinner at? Ive seen them in the Tupperware books for $32.00!! Yikes!! Too much for me! Im sure there are cheaper ones sold somewhere, but where? Thanks!
Uses for Out Dated Satellite Dishes?
Ive seen where people have spray painted the black mesh satellite dishes a pretty pastel color. Then turned them upside down & put them on top a 5-6 post. Then hung S hooks on the round edges, to hang flower pots off the S hooks. Attractive. Nice recycling...
Use Less Splenda
Splenda is made with sugar. I find its sweeter than the average sweetener. I like Splenda. I dont use it or any other sweetener on a daily basis. But I do prefer Splenda over the other sweeteners. Just have to find one that you like to use.
Healthy Treats for Halloween?
~sugar free packs of Kool-Aid ~coins ~string cheese ~tubs of Crystal Light ~colored pencils ~pages you printed off for them to color
Unique Gift Ideas For Grandkids?
Id suggest something personalized. Like a name plate for them to hang in their bedroom and such. Happy Holidays!
Sympathy Gift for a Friend
Hi, My idea doesnt have anything to do with roses, but great idea!! But when my sister in laws Dad passed on, Id just had surgery & couldnt go out, I called to a favorite BBQ restaurant in their area & ordered a sizable gift certificate for them to send to...
Using it all? Toothpaste/Shampoo
On shampoo, when there is just a little bit left in the bottle, I add a small amount of water and swish it. I save these for when its time to handwash my bras. I sweat so bad, here in the desert, especially in the Summer. A little dab of this water/shampoo...
Fish Sandwich Tips and Recipes?
Im pretty sure they use cod. Id say the coating is like a cornflake mixture or maybe cornmeal. Best of Luck!
Looking For Low Carb, High Protein Foods?
cottage cheese salad 1 large container of cottage cheese, 1 large sugarfree jello mix (any flavor), any kind of canned fruit (drained) (optional), 1 tub of fat free Cool Whip, any chopped nuts (optional) Leave jello mix dry. Combine all ingredients well. This...
Converting to Diabetic Recipe With Sugar Twin
Splenda is good for cooking and baking. The one thing that Ive found is that you cant judge the flavor once its heated as the way you can when using sugar in a recipe, by sticking your finger in and tasting it, as once the product is finished the sweet flavor...
Replacing Turkey with Chicken in Recipes
Ive done this for years. My husband doesnt like turkey, while I do. But I dont prepare it just for me, so instead, Ill substitute chicken.
Is it a Rat or a Squirrel - What do I do?
Hi, we had a problem last year with a desert mouse. But he wasnt your average house mouse. He was about the size of a gerbil or so. The only way we got him, was by lining up both spring loaded and glue traps down the hallway, in 3 different rows, end to end...
Stretching a Box of Scalloped Potatoes
When wanting to stretch a box of scalloped potatoes, I prepare as to the directions on the box and just before putting them in the oven, I stir in drained tender-crisp cooked broccoli and carrots. Ive used mushrooms and onions before as well. Id say the possibilities...
Sell Refreshments At Your Garage Sale
For some folks spending the day going from yard sale to yard sale, they dont take the time out for lunch. So if you had some sandwiches made up. like tuna salad or pimento cheese sandwiches. Also, maybe a few varieties of small bags of chips or fresh veggies...
Son's eyes red and itchy after showering.
Ive never had a problem with Clairol Herbal Essence, but I cant use Surf Detergent now. I used to use Surf and did so for years, but they changed the formula and it makes me itch. Ive even heard of others that Surf bothers. One even told me his Dr. asked if...
Liquid Eyeliner On Suede Boots?
Hi, Im not much help on how to get the stain out. But I have a suggestion on how not to do it again. I put my makeup on just after Ive showered. This way, if I drop mascara, or eye liner, Im nude and itll come off me alot easier than trying to get it out of...
A Tiny Gift to Enclose
Ive received teabags as a tuck-in in an occasional trade of coupons from a pal. They were such a nice idea! Id never thought of doing that before. Ive done it since.
Being Frugal and Single on Low Income?
Another thought is if you cant afford to shop at thrift stores, go and talk to the manager or owner. Maybe theyd let you work a few hours a day or week in exchange for some clothes, pots & pans, dishes, glassware, etc. Best of Luck to you!
Cooking Cake for Two?
Use soup cans or small flower pots. Otherwise, just make regular size cakes and cut into serving sizes, wrap individually and freeze. I remember as a youngster, there was nothing I liked better at Grandmas than her frozen cake!! Id let it thaw just briefly...
Ultimate Coupon Shopper
Congratulations!!!!! We have 1 store that double coupons about 4 times a year, no set pattern. We never know when it will be and it will last for Sun.-Tues. Sure wish theyd double on a regular basis!!!
How Do You Clean a Toothbrush?
The AquaFresh company has a product on the market, they put out last year called AquaBlast, specially made for cleaning toothbrushes and retainers.
Baby Food Jar Christmas Tree
Id heard of these before, but had never seen one. Its cute!!!!! What a clever idea!!
Buying Out of Season Can Save BIG
My Mom stores their sweaters in Jumbo sized Ziploc bags to keep the moths from eating them. If youre buying sweaters now and you still have several months before the gift giving time for the sweater recipients, stashing them away in a sweater bag or one mentioned...
Dealing With Foot Odor From Work Boots?
My husband, also, wears steel toed boots to work. Because his feet sweat so much, he bought a boot dryer. I think it was from www.gemplers.com. When he gets home from work he plugs in the boot dryer and puts his work boots on it, by morning the boots are dry...
Uses for Stale Ice Cream?
After opening a carton, pail, or pint of ice cream, put it back in the freezer upside down. This will keep it from forming ice crystals. Id read this somewhere, maybe on here, and its true!! My ice cream tasted as good the 2nd time as it did right after I purchased...
Instead of Disposable Face Cloths
One might try it on a small place first before trying it all over your face, just in case youre allergic to it or something. Also, a pal, used some of her baby wipes for a feminine wipe. That was a no-no, she learned the hard way. It gave her a yeast infection...
Some Generics End Up Costing More
Ive found that with buying generic bleach & vinegar you just cant go wrong. When buying generic canned veggies, Ive found stems, stalks, pieces of husk, seeds, etc. in them. I didnt care for the generic paper products, either. Theres only a few things that...
Baby Shower Games, Decorating and Food Ideas?
One baby shower I went to the hostesses passed around a bowl of clothespins, asking everyone to see how many they could grasp and hold in 1 hand only. The guest that could hold the most, won the prize. Also, you could have the honoree, come in and mingle with...
Sweating Feet?
Have you thought of sprinkling powder or cornstarch in your shoes? Maybe rubbing some on your feet before putting on your socks. My feet sweat when Im on my feet alot, especially while and after exercising.
Savings on Cola
I was told recently that if youre going to drink colas, you need to drink the ones that are clear, not the dark ones. Clear soda pops dont take the calcium from your body. Also, anyone drinking lots of fruit juices per day, check with your Dr. or dietician...
Savings on Cola
Great savings at the grocery, Becky. I bags, hubbys chips & cookies, for his lunches, rather than buying the cases of individually sized bags at the grocery. This saves us alot of money, too.
Planned Leftovers with Mac and Cheese
I like my leftover mac and cheese, warmed up & pour picante sauce over the top, mmmmm! I also make a tuna casserole with mac and cheese, mix in 1 can of cream of mushroom soup, 1 can of green peas (drained), a sprinkling of onion salt, a sprinkling of Italian...
Detergent Stain on Bernardo Washable Suede Coat?
My guess is when the tag said it was washable it didnt mean it could be put in the washer, but wiped off with a soft, lightly damp cloth. Ive never heard of anything suede related being able to toss in the washer before. You might should have taken it to a...
Coupons in Canada?
I subscribe to a wonderful refunding magazine that is really helpful on what to look for at the grocery, couponwise & refund/rebate form wise. People send in their ways to save, pictures, etc. They have a website. You can use the following url to get there...
Easter Ideas For Teens?
Some other things you might not have thought about: pretty nail files, nail polish, pretty pencils for school, dental floss, disposable razors, sample size lotions, purse size address book, fast food gift certificate booklets, nail polish remover pads.
How to Help My Husband Change His Eating Habits?
Little steps is correct. Husbands are really hard to change, especially when it comes down to their eating habits. My husband, much to my dismay, every time wed go out to eat, would order chicken fried steak or prime rib. I finally said to him one day, youre...
Include Notes When Sharing Recipes
I, too, have tried recipes like yours, that were published in cookbooks, only to end up tossing them in the trash. My Mom says, never prepare a new dish to take somewhere or to give to someone, unless youve made it before. Ive found this to be true several...
Research Before Shopping
We phoned around when going to purchase our new washing machine. If wed bought one in Las Vegas (we live 1 hour out), wed have had to pay the store an additional $50.00 just for delivery! But buying it local, not only did we get it cheaper, but got free delivery...
Saving Money on a Limo, Tux and Flowers For Prom?
Do you have an aunt, mother or grandmother whos good with flowers? See if they could make your dates corsage. About a tux, have you checked with family members to see if they have one that might fit you so youll not have to rent or buy. If not, Id try at your...
Bunny Cup Cakes With Edible Ears?
I was thinking of cutting fruit leather or roll ups to look like your bunny ears, then frost with vanilla frosting and then roll in flaked coconut to make it more realistic looking. Happy Easter Everyone!
Using Chocolate Pudding Mix For Cookies?
I used to have a great fudge recipe where you used the non-instant chocolate pudding mix. Why not prepare it like it says and make parfaits. Put layers of mini chocolate chips or shaved chocolate candy bar pieces, mini marshmallows, & chopped nuts. Theyd be...
Anniversary Party With a Luau Theme?
Hawaiian Chicken or Hawaiian Pork. Ambrosia or 5 Cup Salad. Baked Pineapple casserole would be good. Any party supply house should have a luau or Hawaiian them products. Happy Anniversary, this sounds really nice.
Cooking Corned Beef in the Oven
I cook mine in the crockpot. It can be done in 3 hours, but the longer the better. Ive prepared it with cabbage. Another time, I prepared it with sauerkraut. But if its really fatty, I prefer to cook it alone. Id never prepared this till about 4 years ago, my...
Layered Pea Salad
My Aunt used to make this everytime our families would get together. I loved this stuff. Thanks for the recipe!
Water Feature - Old Pump And Washtub as Frosty's...
Thanks for sharing your photos! I love what youve done to the hand pump, looks great!! I like old timey things. Frosty is a cutie! Looks like she might have some poodle mixed in. I hope youre doing better now from your accident & depression.
Water Feature - Old Pump And Washtub as Frosty's...
I, also, meant to say that animals have a sense about them that know when we need them in our lives. They have wonderful healing powers over some things...loneliness, depression, giving motivation...etc.
Frozen Yoplait Yogurt Ice Cream Alternative
Make smoothies with your yogurt, along with some berries &/or banana chunks, &/or cantaloupe chunks (whatever fruit you like or have on hand), add a bit of milk. Then liquify in blender. Then, if you dont drink it all freeze it for nibbling later on.
Don't Let Your Car Run Out Of Gas
Arlene, I talked to my hubby after reading your response regarding my post on not letting your vehicle run out of fuel. My hubby feels you thoroughly got ripped off with your recent repair bill for your 1998 Blazer. He said to tell you to call around to several...
Working Long Hours - Dealing With Pain in Feet,...
I, too, will have to suggest a good chiropractor. My chiropractor says a persons knees are the last to start hurting when the body is out of whack all over. I know my parents would rather die than go to a chiropractor, but I know how bad I felt after a fall...
Healthy Ranch Dressing
Sounds great! Thanks for the recipe. Ive been wanting a good low cal ranch dressing recipe.
Good Chocolate Recipes?
Chocolate Chess Pie - 1 stick margarine - 1 1/2 c. sugar - 2 Tablespoon cocoa - 1 Tablespoon all purpose flour - 3 eggs - 1 teaspoon vanilla - 1/4 cup milk - 1 unbaked pie crust Melt margarine. In a separate bowl, mix sugar, flour & cocoa. Pour margarine into...
Donating Your Extras
Some churches accept donations of goods for resale with proceeds going for mission work or to pass out to needy families. Check with the churches in your area. Youll be blessed.
Collecting Baby Items for Orphans in Romania?
You might contact Gerber' about donating baby food. Also Procter & Gamble on donating Pampers diapers (their toll free numbers are on all their products). Best of Luck on your mission!!
Cleaning Burnt Sediment Of Your Coffee Pot Burner?
I worked in a convenience store, what we always did, was take a wet cloth to the burner while it was hot (watch your fingers!) We never needed any kind of cleanser for it, just a bit of elbow grease and it was clean.
Keeping The Lid On Your Garbage Can
It doesnt hurt to put your name & address in permanent marker on your trash can lid. For just in case the lid does blow off, then when found, someone can return it.
Tomatoes Until December!
Hi, another way of keeping tomatoes till Dec. is to pick them all before it frosts. Take them inside and place in boxes, place the tomatoes in layers with newspaper between each layer. Check them every few days to pick out the ripe ones. Weve done this. It...
Pretzel Sticks Instead of Twists
Just wanted to drop a line to say my dietician told me not to eat pretzels as theyre just another carbohydrate with empty calories. I see lots of people stating theyre diet foods. Not if youre watching your carbs.
6th Grade Graduation Dinner?
Judys suggestion made me think of something my class made in school. We took pipe cleaners & bent in shape of flower petals. Then took vibrant colored fabric (can use scraps), cut in the same petal shapes as the pipe cleaners & glued the fabric petals to the...
"Swear By" Bridal Shower Theme
Great party ideas!! Id have liked to have been there. Sounds like a lot of fun.
Free Printable Cards or E-cards?
http://www.123greetings.com is a great place. You can send multiples at the same time, if need be.
Cowboy/Outlaw Themed Birthday Party?
You could get a rocking horse and have a rope made into a lasso. Have it where each boy/girl can stand at a certain distance and try their best to lasso the horses head. The one that does, wins the prize. Id put this further out in the yard or away from the...
Ideas For Outfits For Our "Travelling Around The World Themed" School Turn Around Dance?
You could buy a cheap camera with a strap on it at the thrift store as well, once the party is over, you can donate it back or put it in your yard sale. It would have served its purpose & youd not have had to use your own good camera, to have to worry about...
Spring Cleaning Tip - Make Dinner First
One of my email buddies, uses her crockpot on days when shes going to be online alot. She says it frees up her time to be online and all shes got to do later is toss a salad & fix a beverage to go along with the crockpot meal.
New Ideas For Church Fundraising?
Your congregation could all pull together and bring in all kinds of hygiene products, ex: bubble bath, shower gels, nail polish remover, bath poufs, nail polish, cologne, scented talcum powder, body wash, bath bars, etc. You could make up gift baskets. Cheap...
New Ideas For Church Fundraising?
At http://www.orientaltrading.com, they have religious items you can purchase, whether you plan on making them yourselves or already made to sell. Just a 2nd thought, I had after my other post. Also, about the gift baskets, your church group could set up in...
Keeping Track of When You Changed the Air Filter
We do the same thing. Also, we also keep a magnetic pad on our furnace and each time we clean the furnace filters, we write the date. So we can keep track of when its time to do so again.
M&M's for our Wedding Reception
Buying the pkgs. of M&Ms after holidays, for discounted prices and separating the colors, might be your best bet, if you didnt want to use the fun size pkgs. I used to work in a vitamin plant. We wore gloves and used plastic cutlery to count and sort pills...
Ground Cover Instead of Lawn
Ive been to a couple of houses locally, for yard sales, that around their trees in their yard, they had summer squash & zucchini plants planted around them. Clever idea! I guess it could be any veggie you wanted. Also, went to another yard sale & the homeowner...
Keeping Soup Bowls From Sliding on a Plate
this is the same reason some restaurants put a dab of refried beans under a taco salad on your plate, to keep it from sliding off.
Dollar Menus at Fast Food Restaurants?
Its times like those when McDonalds gift certificates come in handy. Suggest these when gift giving times come up with friends, Grandparents, Aunts, Cousins, etc.
Groom's Gift to Bride Ideas?
Your bride is very lucky to have such a caring husband to be!! Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! As I always tell my husband, he can never go wrong with jewelry, flowers or gift certificate(s). I think Im speaking for most women.
Desserts With Muffin Mixes
Some of those muffin mixes dont have the exact fruit its called in them. Ive bought some before marked blueberry that turned out to be blueberry flavored apple bits, instead of actual blueberries. The same with the strawberry muffin mixes, they turned out to...
Passed Over For a Job, Need Ideas To Cheer Hubby Up?
Hi, I dont know how old your husband is, (the older man usually always gets the raw deal) but this happens everyday somewhere. The guy who usually gets the job either hasnt been on the job long, or isnt as schooled as your husband. The employer is probably...
Use Bonded Travel Agents
Las Vegas Angel, Whats scarry is that the radio station was an Vegas radio station!! We live in Pahrump.
Shopping As A Job
Every once in a while, in our local classified ads, theres an ad for Mystery Shoppers Needed! watch for them in your newspapers. Better yet, have your friends and family also watch for you, in their newspapers, as well. About shopping for others, Id put up...
Vitamin E for Sun and Wind Burns
Vit. E oil also works wonders on fresh scars. It takes about 3 weeks or so of applying every day, but after that, the scar is not as noticeable to others. A pal told me of this suggestion for scars from her Dr.
