May 27, 2005

Applesauce Drop DoughnutsCombine first 4 ingredients in a large bowl; beat at medium speed until blended. Combine flour and next 5 ingredients; add to sugar mixture alternately with milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Stir in applesauce and vanilla.

 

Kentucky Ham 'n Angel BiscuitsCombine yeast and warm water; let stand 5 minutes. Add buttermilk, and set aside. Combine flour and next 3 ingredients in a large bowl; cut in shortening with a pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse meal.

 

Grapefruit DrinkCombine sugar and 4 cup water in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let cool. Combine syrup, grapefruit juice, and next 3 ingredients.

 

Baked Sausage PattiesShape sausage into 8 patties about 3/4 inch thick; place on a rack in a broiler pan.

 

Novelty Layer SquaresCream shortening; gradually add 3/4 cup sugar, beating well at medium speed of an electric mixer. Add egg yolks and 1/2 tsp. vanilla; beat mixture well.

 

Organic Eggs Taste BetterOrganic eggs might cost you up to 3 times as much as regular eggs, but the difference in the taste you'll notice.

 

Move Out Day at College DormsIf you live near a college with dorms you can get some amazing stuff for free on "move out day" each spring. The students throw away an amazing amount of extremely useful stuff.

 

Kitty Litter TipTo keep clumping kitty litter from sticking to the bottom of the pan, spray it with non-stick cooking spray before adding the litter. It works like a charm!!

 

Take the "Slip" out of SlipcoversThis is a way you can make a slipcover for furniture that doesn't slip. Use the dollar store version of barkeepers shelf liner, the kind of a rubbery web usually found on a roll. Lay this on cushions and along the back head rest, then add slipcover. No more slip.

 

Getting Dishes UnstuckWhen two dishes are stuck, one nested in the other, pour cold water in the top dish while dipping the bottom dish in warm water. The warm water will make the bottom dish expand while the top dish contracts. Works with glasses and bowls.

 

Homemade Mother's Day E-cardThis is a Mother's Day e-card that I created. I took this picture of California poppies in our front yard (aren't they beautiful?) and used Photoshop to add the text.

 

Washing Dishes JokeJohn went to visit his 90 year old grandfather in a very secluded, rural area of Virginia.

 

Changing a Fuse In The DarkIf your house use fuses, keep some fuses near your fuse box so you can easily find them if the lights are out. Always keep a flashlight in the same place so that it is easy to find when the lights are out.

 

Coca Cola for Removing Rusted BoltsHave a bolt that you budge? Pour some cola on it and let it set for a few minutes. Then try removing again. The cola will eat away at the rust and often make it easier to turn.

 

Check the Date When Buying DairyWhen buying dairy at the grocery store, be sure to check the "use by" or "sell buy" date on the packaging. If the date is not to your liking, grab a carton of milk from the back of shelf. The same goes for any dairy products.

 

Cut Down on Static From CarpetTo cut down on those annoying static shocks from walking on your carpet, mix 1 part fabric softener to 5 parts water in a clean spray bottle. Put the spray bottle on its widest setting and spray your carpet with a light mist.

 

ThriftyFun News - May 27, 2005 - Memorial Day BBQ Tips Online version of the ThriftyFun News. Memorial Day BBQ Tips. Volume Seven, Number 21 May 27, 2005

 

Cake Making TipsTips for making a cake. Post your ideas.

 

School Coupon BooksCheck out the little coupon books that are sold by local schools and organizations. For a small price you can get great discounts for local businesses. Many are buy one, get one free offers. My junior high school kids usually have a two week window to sell them.

 

Taking Photos for ScrapbooksTake lots of pictures using several different angles. You never know which ones will be perfect and which ones will have their eyes closed.

 

Make Your Own Training Pants?I am desperately looking for patterns and/or frugal ideas for training pants. I have a TON of gerber cloth diapers and would like to use them, but don't have a pattern or anything to guide me along my merry way.

 

Getting Rid of Thistle?Does anyone know how to get rid of thistle once and for all?

 

Transportation Dilemma?I would like to know if anybody can help me out in getting a car. I am about to graduate and need a car to get back and forth to college and work. I do not have a job because I don't have a car.

 

Pastry Making Tips?Tips for making great pastries. Post your ideas.

 

Cleaning Heavy Smoke Damage From Walls, Ceiling and Hardwood Floors?I recently had a house fire, what is the best way to clean heavy smoke damage on my walls, ceiling and hardwood floors?

 

Is the Price of Fuel Keeping You Home for the Holiday Weekend?I was just wondering if the price of gasoline was pinching your budget so that this year you are not going to travel anywhere for Memorial Day Weekend or are staying closer to home than you normally do?

 

Tooth Fairy Tip?Tips to make visits from the tooth fairy special. Post your ideas.