Rubber Bands to Prevent Cutting Board from Shifting
I KEEP A SMALL PIECE OF RUBBERMAID EASY LINER HANDY TO PLACE UNDER MY CUTTING BOARD
Rice Filled Glass DIY Knife Stand
I HAVE A SMALL GLASS CANISTER I FOUND FOR JUST $1 FILLED WITH RAW POPCORN FOR MY 3 KNIVES I USE CONSTANTLY
Getting Hair Back to Natural Color After Coloring?
There is a product at WalMart, and other stores, probably, called COLOR OOPS - while it wont restore your color, it will take the color you didnt like out a lot. The dye I used recently came out way, way dark, and I thought of using a lighter color but came...
Chocolate Chip Substitute?
I dont see why not, but it would be an awful lot of trouble, I think. If you want to use them because theyre milk chocolate rather than semi-sweet (which I prefer, myself), you can buy milk chocolate chips. Id be interested in hearing why you want to do this...
Baked Sauerkraut and Tomatoes
Mom always made this sort of thing but she baked spare ribs in the dish and probably cut up potatoes. Im wishing NOW Id paid attention to how she cooked not only this but lots of other things.
Recipes Using Jellied Cranberry Sauce?
There are tons of uses on the Internet for these! Just google using jelling cranberry sauce recipes. Heres one that sounds really good! http://allrecipes.com/recipe/11059/cranberry-crunch-squares/ On these, I would pat half of the crumb mix in the pan first...
My Homemade Butter Pound Cake
Seriously, who buys jumbo eggs? Have you tried this with 6 large instead, or would you use 7 large instead of 6 jumbo? Thanks.
My Homemade Butter Pound Cake
Wow, I missed the baking powder amount! That would be all or nearly the whole can. I hope this gets edited, it sounds decadent and wonderful.
My Homemade Butter Pound Cake
Thanks for the change in baking powder! What about using large eggs rather than jumbo? Any comment on that?
Substituting Applesauce in Cooking
I LIKE USING MIRACLE WHIP IN MASHED POTATOES INSTEAD OF MILK & BUTTER. LIKE USING REAL MAYO, DIFFERENT TASTE, VERY PLEASING, & NICE CHANGE FROM BORING MILK!
English Muffin Bread Recipe?
English Muffin Loaf 6 c flour 1/4 tsp soda 2 pkgs dry yeast 1 tbs sugar 2 tsp salt 1/2 c water 2 c milk cornmeal Combine half the flour, yeast, sugar, salt & soda. Heat liquids to 125-130. Add to dry mixture & beat well. Stir in remaining flour to make a stiff...
Blender Recommendations?
I highly recommend the Ninja line of blenders. Check them out, there are many kinds/sizes/price ranges. I got mine from QVC.
Recipe for Tres Leches Cake?
How about this one? Tres Leches Cake Bake boxed white cake mix. Cool & then punch holes in top & gradually add mixture of 1 can condensed milk, 1 can of evaporated milk, & 1 cup milk (or half and half, or cream). Frost with white frosting & refrigerate for...
Recipe for Butterscotch No-bake Oatmeal Cookies?
Try this and use google search for tons of variations! http://www.shugarysweets.com/2012/06/no-bake-oatmeal-scotchies
Recipe for Punch Made with Orange Sherbet?
Try this link.......http://allrecipes.com/recipe/orange-dream-punch/
Weight Watcher's Apple Cookie Recipe?
Try this: http://www.cooks.com/recipe/5398t872/weight-watchers-apple-cookies.html
Creamed Peas Recipes Using Canned Peas?
Try this.......http://dragitthroughthegarden.wordpress.com/2011/06/23/grannys-creamed-peas/
Kenmore Sewing Machine Breaking Thread?
When did you last have it thoroughly serviced? Have you changed thread quality? I found both these things could cause problems. Get your machine cleaned, oiled, etc. and make sure you use good thread, not the cheap junk from $1 store, etc. And good luck!
Making Macaroni and Cheese Balls?
Heres one website, sure you can find more by poking around Google - good luck, I never heard of this! http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/behind-the-bash/fried-mac-and-cheese-balls-recipe/index.html
Buttery Corn on the Cob
Great idea! And if you butter a slice of bread, hold it in one hand & roll the corn around & back & forth, voila, easy buttered corn, and extra bread to eat :).
Rice Krispy Treats Recipe?
Well heres a bunch http://www.lovefromtheoven.com/2012/04/10/50-fun-recipes-for-rice-krispies-treats-bites-from-other-blogs/ or just google different rice krispie treats and youll find tons of them! Happy treats to you!
Making Cake Filling With Jam?
What difference does it really make? Just spread the jam on the cake to whatever amount looks good to you!
Product Review: Water Armour
Could you provide us with a website? Im coming up blank for everyday consumers. Thanks!
Corn Flake Cereal Peanut Butter Balls Recipe?
Try this site as well. http://www.cooks.com/rec/search/0,1-0,peanut_butter_cornflake_balls,FF.html
Older Weight Watcher Recipe for Breakfast Bars?
I found this link...maybe? http://caloriecount.about.com/breakfast-bars-weight-watcher-recipe-r14821
Remove Sticker Residue With Peanut Butter
Ive used both PB & mayo but the best thing ever is a wonderful little product called Goo Gone.
E-books for Inexpensive Reading
I love this website http://ereadernewstoday.com/ and subscribe to it for a daily offer. At the top right of the site theres a tab for free kindle books that changes daily, but are usually free only for that day, so you have to make sure its still free when...
Use Place Mats for Shelves in Fridge
I did this years ago when I had a couch reupholstered. I had, then, rubbermaid shelf liners in my fridge because I got REAL tired of sweating items going back in on glass shelves. This became unworkable as things stuck to it. So I used the leftover couch fabric...
Salted Nut Roll
This really sounds awesomely good, but I would offer that you add the vanilla after boiling the syrup and margarine. Heating extracts evaporates the flavor, so always remove ingredients from heat before mixing them in.
Tongue Scraping to Treat Bad Breath
I used to use one of those too but found a much easier way - I just scrub my tongue with my toothbrush after my teeth are done. One tool, one step, one place of storage. Win-win.
Chain Clothes Drying Line
I did this with a length of chain on my covered deck from a post to the house and am using it for many years. A funny man coworker said when I talked about it at the office said, gee, thats great, you dont look that smart!! We all laughed, all in good fun. Oh...
Tomato And Corn Scallop
Robin, I think this sounds wonderful! But you dont say what size cans of corn to use, large or small? Thanks!
Tomato And Corn Scallop
Robin, you dont say what size cans of corn to use, small or large? Sounds like large from the remaining ingredients, but what do you use? Thanks!
Brown Sugar Scrub
How long can you keep this mixture? Seems a lot for a single use, so Im guessing you put it in a container?
Use Knee High Stocking To Wash Barbie Clothes
I agree, the mesh laundry bag would be the best for this and anything you dont want to get lost in the wash. I use mine regularly for my socks, making them easy to find, and since I lay them flat to dry, because they always seem to shrink in the dryer, I just...
French Bread Scrambled Eggs
Well, this is clever! Great way to use up older bread. Id try it with cinnamon swirl bread, too. Or banana bread. Or croissants. The possibilities are endless!
Choosing an eReader
Thanks for all your feedback! I want more than just free books on an eReader, and yes, I think thriftyfun readers may have these nifty things. Its the easiest place I could ask for opinions, and I hope more will come along.
Getting All the Lotion Out of Bottle
I put my bottle in a glass cup & zap it in short increments of time until its liquid enough to pour into the next bottle of lotion Im ready to use (after some is used to allow space). I also cut tubes up & scoop out the leftover lotion into a small jar or something...
Getting All the Lotion Out of Bottle
Oops! In my post from 1/21, I forgot to say I put a little water in that glass cup, then the bottle, to zap my lotion bottles!
Use Lemon Juice in Recipes?
Thanks to you all. With that info I did a little googling and see that vinegar would work as well, in reacting with the baking soda. Any opinion on using that instead, since its what I have on hand? I cant imagine 1 tsp would influence the flavor, either lemon...
Washing Small Bowls in the Dishwasher
If I want to wash a light plastic bowl in the dishwasher I put a small rock on top of it & it does the trick nicely.
Easy Bundt Cake
I got bored one day and wondered what would happen if I made a chocolate, or German chocolate, cake with a cup of sour cream PLUS the better part of a can of coconut frosting added into the batter. Oh my, it was unbelievably good. Ive done this 3 times and...
Cake Batter Rice Krispie Treats
No, its just flour & flavoring. They say you should not eat raw cake or cookie batter/dough because of the raw eggs in it but Ive done that all my life and still going at 68. Mom got me to eat eggs when I was a child by making egg nog from 1 (2 when she found...
Makeshift Sink Stopper?
Find a solid (one without holes, that is) jar opener at the dollar store, its flexible & big enough to do the job!
German Chocolate Gooey Cake
What cream? Where? Sounds like some step(s) still missing. (b)Editors Note:(/b) Cream is an old fashioned term for mixing butter and sugar together. In this case it is being used to describe mixing the cream cheese, sugar and egg before adding the other ingredients...
German Chocolate Gooey Cake
Whats 1 8 oz stick of butter? A stick is 4 oz. Do you mean 1 stick or 8 oz, which is 2 sticks. (b)Editors Note:(/b) The recipe has been changed to 4 oz or 1 stick. Thanks!
Clothes Smell Spoiled After Washing and Drying?
About that lemon ammonia in your towels - in the wash or rinse? I have a front loader & use minimal Tide. My towels dont smell anymore, but they dont smell pretty either.
Homemade Freezer Jam
Hi Kim, what kind of containers for freezing do you use? I got all kinds of different answers on Google. Glass regular ball jars? Plastic made for freezing? Gladware? Thanks!
Reuse Pictures On Address Labels As Stickers
Ive often used those little pictures on address labels for taping packages instead of Scotch tape, especially the holiday ones for Christmas wrapping. Just snip along the edges and you have cute tape, cheap and easy.
Cranberry Mayonnaise?
I found this with a quick Google search; sounds good to me! 1 1/2 cup jellied cranberry sauce 1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise dressing Combine ingredients in a small mixing bowl, whisking until smooth.
Have It Your Way Pizza
I do this all the time when we dont want to travel 10 miles to the nearest edible pizza here in NH or spend the money, either. It works SO great! But I have also recently tried Paul Newmans Roasted Vegetable Thin & Crispy Pizza and its awesomely good!
Substituting Oil for Butter in a Box Cake Recipe?
I have heard of someone who uses the oil amount called for plus a stick of butter and understand the cakes are simply awesome. Of course, this doesnt eliminate the oil, which is your primary request, but someone else may want to try this trick. I havent yet...
Manage Your Microwave
Good idea! When I think there might be some spills, like cooking rice, I place my bowl on a flat dinner plate or a micro-safe serving bowl to catch runoff. It keeps the turntable completely clean & a quick rinse to the plate is all I need.
Building Materials Store Near Cadiz, Kentucky?
I googled building materials stores Cadiz Kentucky and came up here - Cadiz Hardware 1654 Main Street Cadiz, KY 42211 270-522-1122 http://cadizhardware.doitbest.com/home.aspx
Moving to Florida?
We find a most useful site at www.bestplaces.net/city to compare cities in every way you can think of. Put in your current city & your choice city & find how they compare. The links from an Englewood resident are superb choices!
Getting Food Home From the Grocery Store
Why not keep a couple 1-liter bottles of water in the freezer for your cooler? I take my 2 in the cooler every time I shop as I also live far from stores.
Makeshift Shelf For Bathroom Counter
What a great idea! I did that similar thing under my bathroom sink, where theres lots of floor space with too much wasted space above it. I covered a piece of board about half the area of the floor & perched it just on some soda cans to give me more storage...
German Apple Cake
My mom used to make this using a spice cake mix & apple pie filling, buttercream frosting. Oh so yummy!
Pineapple-Coconut Gooey Butter Cake
You do mean melted butter, right? Melt the butter first the measure? Not 1/2 cup butter, melted. Just want to clarify, it could make a huge difference.
Use Placemats in Refrigerator
Years ago I lined my glass shelves with rubbermaid shelf lining, thinking it was a good idea. Not so fast! Everything was sticking to it, of course, so one day I laid leftover upholstery fabric on top of that. It stays put, sweating items dont leave marks, things...
Recipe for Cake Mix Topped with Pudding Before Baking?
A 9x11 pan? Usually its 9x13. How long do you bake it & at what temp? It sounds fabulous. I assume it doesnt require frosting, then... :) Thanks for any response.
Potluck Pumpkin Dessert
whats a 13 oz can of milk? (b)Editors Note:(/b) This should be a standard size for evaporated milk.
Cover Top Of Fridge With Plastic Wrap
I found a piece of carpet just the right size to put on the top of my fridge - its far under the cabinet on top & miserable to clean. Now I never even know if its dirty! But I do take it off & vacuum or shake it out now & then!
Where Can I Find the 70's Weight Watchers Diet Plan?
The post from MartyD is exactly right! I did the same thing, and found the 1970s weight watchers. In the 60s the original plan was very Spartan; 1970s included fats and was wonderful, with just enough structure (as I need as well) but a little wiggle room on...
Store Oil in a Squeeze Bottle
I found an even better solution at The Olive Tap, a specialty oil shop in IL. The link below should take you right to it but if not, google the olive tap, shop on line, accessories, and scroll to Dripless cork and cap pour spout. Its $2.99, plus shipping, yes...
Better Cake Mix Tips
These are such great ideas! One day I got crazy & added a whole cup of sour cream AND the best part of a can of coconut frosting to a chocolate cake mix. Baked as usual with the cake ingredients called for, it was awesome. Like german chocolate cake all the...
Mary Alice's Easter Cookies
Really, use a wooden spoon for these? Will they come out different with electric beater? I dont have the arm power anymore for hand mixing. They sound like the store-bought ones I love that arent what they used to be. I hope to hear from you, Mary Alice. (Im...
Cranberry Bliss Bar Recipe?
I had trouble comparing websites already posted, but this one looks great as well. http://www.food.com/recipe/cranberry-bliss-bars-starbucks-copycat-203229 Now Im going to have to go there & try one myself!
Reuse Cake Mix Bag For Decorating
You are one clever lady! Ive learned so much from reading such great tips! Thanks!
Use a Nut Cracker to Open 2 Liter Bottles
Ive been doing this for many years, but please, be careful how you twist! I had my arm or hand in the wrong position & tore something in my shoulder that led to surgery & lots of misery! Im very careful now when I unscrew or tighten those pesky bottle tops...
Increase Dietary Fiber With Uncooked Oatmeal
To Holly, do you use oats instead of flour in your banana bread?
Jiffy Spiffy Brownies
I think she just adds the frosting & PB to the brownie mix & prepares as directed. I toss in nearly the whole can of coconut pecan frosting PLUS a cup of sour cream into a box chocolate (any kind of chocolate) cake mix & prepare & bake as usual. Thought it...
Keep Your Purse Safe When Dining Out
Debbie, Im so sorry to hear about your theft! I never, ever hang my purse on my chair and have a great suggestion for you and all you ladies - its called a purse hook, or purse hanger, or some variation, a little nifty gadget that tucks inside your purse with...
Cranberry Crockpot Pork Chops
This is the one I use... Cranberry Crockpot Pork Chops 6 bone-in pork loin chops 1 14 oz can cranberry sauce 1/2 cup cranberry or apple juice 1/4 cup sugar 2 Tbsp spicy brown mustard Place chops in a 3-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the cranberry...
Using Dry Milk for Baking
Way back in early Weight Watchers days, I used to drink dry milk but didnt like the taste either, so I added a pack of sugar sub to a cup & it made all the difference. I am now lactose intolerant (sob!) so I rely on expensive soy milk - the best being Soy Slender...
Using Dry Milk for Baking
Way back in early Weight Watchers days, I used to drink dry milk but didnt like the taste either, so I added a pack of sugar sub to a cup & it made all the difference. I am now lactose intolerant (sob!) so I rely on expensive soy milk - the best being Soy Slender...
"Books I Have Read in My Lifetime"
I began listing my books in 1979, writing them down in a handy steno book with a 1-2-3 rating, 3 being great, separated by month & numbered. At the end of a page, they go into my computer master file (so I dont have to enter them all at once), then get sorted...
Keeping Bags from Tipping in your Vehicle
I do this as well but use a short-sided plastic bin, hard to find but easier to use than lifting bags over a tall edge. I also keep my big Coleman cooler in the car & take 2 1-liter bottles of ice, always in the freezer, when I shop to keep everything cold...
Sleep Shirts Made From Old Shirts
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