Notebook Calendar
I like this paperclip idea for keeping a variety of papers in a binder. I saw somewhere online an idea that i love, where a lady took a cheap plastic 3 ring notebook and cut the front cover off it, punched holes for a calendar, put it on the rings of the binder...
Organizing Information and Reminder Notes?
I use a spiral notebook, and scotch tape to tape all my bits of paper into it instead of rewriting all that info into the spiral.
Finding a First Job?
Try beauty shops, shampooing hair, or sweeping the floor. Maybe you could try housework, yardwork, any kind of cleaning work, including washing cars or ironing. Even at business where you are too young to work, they may let you sweep floors. Other options include...
Treating Yard to Prevent Worms in Dogs?
Lime works very well. You can buy it by the bagfuls at home improvement stores (Lowes, Home Depot, maybe Walmart) and just spread it all over your yard. It is inexpensive and wont hurt your puppy. Darween in Ga/USA
River Birch Leaves Turning Brown?
I have no idea what could be causing the problem, but i know that here in middle Georgia where i live, all our trees and bushes have leaves that are turning blackish brown in spotty areas (not all in one part of the tree/bush). Its the strangest phenonmenon...
Does Estroven Reduce Hot Flashes?
Being a vegetarian I started Estroven just as soon as I started going through the change and I breezed right through it! I dont remember exactly how long I took it, something like 2 years, until I felt like I didnt need it anymore. It is the best stuff for...
Does Estroven Reduce Hot Flashes?
Besides...they aret hot flashes, they are power surges! Keeping a lighthearted, upbeat positive attitude is the best medicine for whatever ails us. Hugs
Use a Hanging Towel in the Kitchen
you can hang your towel from your beltloop and have it handy all the time.
Can Changing Food Kill a Dog?
First i am so very sorry for your loss. Losing a beloved pet is right up there with losing a child. I would like to thank speakeasy for the link to the site about dogs and bloat. It is very informative. I tried sending a note to her but it wouldnt go thru. We...
Preventing Sweaty Foreheads With Antiperspirant
Sandy, Im very sorry for the discomfort you are experiencing, but glad that you are taking control of your problems in an intelligent and independent way. However, I must warn you to something that you need to research. I also used to use antiperspirants, especially...
Carbon on a Non-stick Frying Pan?
I use salt and rub with a paper towel. Make sure the pan is dry when using the salt, when its wet it just gums up and doesnt work. The salt wont harm the non-stick interior. This also works with cast iron skillets.(b)(/b)
What I Learned from Hurricane Katrina
Hi Diana! Thanks for the great tips. Foresight is always so much better than hindsight! After Katrina, my DH & I sat down & made a list of absolute essentials wed need to grab & run with in case of emergency. We pulled together prepacked grab&run bags. (suitcases...
Cleaning Window Tips?
I agree, dont dry with paper towels as they are treated with some kind of softener and that causes the smears. I dont understand why in the world they dont come out with streak-free paper towels to be used specifically for glass.There certainly is a market...
Online Dating Advice?
Hi Laurie, This is just an idea you can try. Go back into the dating sites and fill out the form looking for FEMALES. In your profile explain that you arent a lesbian, just looking for compatible pen-pals who might know of any available men that they know & trust...
Land Clearing Tips?
Of course, dont forget good old fashion goats! They like to eat higher than their knees & shoulders, eating vines, lower tree limbs as far as they can reach. Pine trees are great dewormers for them. We like to pull over a sapling for them to reach the tree...
Saving Money on Laundry?
We live on an animal farm & our clothes get filthy, so instead of using more detergent like i used to, now i let the clothes soak for a spell in the sudsy water before letting it spin & rinse. First, I set the water level to low, put the cap of detergent in...
Housecleaning Products I Swear By
I always use Mr. Clean in my carpet-shampooer. And nothing works faster to make the house smell really good in a flash like sprinkling carpet deodorizer on the floor just before vacumming.(I even sprinkle it in the floor vents). I use a LOT of the spray Clorox...
Ideas For 77th Birthday Party?
Ladies, Thank you all so much for your sweet creative ideas; Im going to use all of them! Darween : )
Buster (Shih Tzu) Sophie and Susan
Dont know whos cutest - the dog, the cat, or the young chick holding them! ;)
A Bedside Pouch
Bags made to fit over the arm of walkers & wheelchairs work very well for this. They have many pockets and are made in pretty fabrics. Tuck one side between the mattresss. Sometimes they are hard to find, but they are out there, and can also be easily made...
Rural Mailbox Tip
Try spray painting the inside of the box white and put a mirror at the far end of the inside. Your mail carrier will appreciate your efforts to.
Carry Address Labels for Entry Forms
Hi Linda, Good idea, and we give them to our family & friends who keep forgetting our mailing address to use for a mailing label when writing to us. I also put one on each of our valuables like our cameras, cassette/cd players, cell phones etc. At a crowded...
How To Clean The House Using Your Computer
This is soooo coool! Thanks for the laugh, I needed that! ;)
How To Clean The House Using Your Computer
maybe we could add a few more files such as Cellulite; Bills; Wrinkles; Men; Gray Hair; UnGrateful Kids......;)
Working Long Hours - Dealing With Pain in Feet,...
In addition to these other great suggestions, heres some more. What you are needing is arch-support. SOCKS= If you can wear socks, theres some with an arch support around the middle that do wonders for the feet. They arent expensive at all, I got mine at Target...
Easy to Peel Boiled Eggs
Crack the shell all the way around it instead of in just a couple of spots. Then pinch the inner membrane open & pull. It will peel easily.
Keeping Grocery Bags from Falling in Trash Cans
Hi Tony, This is a neat idea. However, the handle of the bag can be pulled out slightly & tie a knot in it. This will keep it from sliding down in the can but still be loose enough to remove. (and no hooks to buy & install).
Helping a Scared Dog, Rescued From a Puppy Farm?
Most scared dogs dont like to be touched and even some normal happy hyper dogs too. Wait till they are just about to go to sleep and very quietly, gently, sweetly caress them, lightly stroking them all over. Its relaxing for them & very bonding. ( this works...
Hand Sanitizer - For Home or Office?
Hi Laww, I can understand your concern, but this may one place frugal isnt as important as your peace of mind, and you should go ahead & splurge on the real storebought stuff. Its true we cant protect ourselves from all germs and we have to pick our battles...
Freckles (Saved from Freeway)
God Bless Your generous loving heart. But as a doglover & owner, Id love to know HOW you cured his mange so quickly and restored his coat so beautifully. We never had any mange problems until we moved out here to the farm, and it has been a very hard thing...
Savings on Cola
HI, Thats an awful LOT of cola. Dentists will tell you, cola leaches calcium from your teeth [from the outside & internally] and from your bones. It also causes an imbalance in the bodys alkaline/acid , which causes a lot of problems. Also, if hes drinking...
Large Area Weed Control In Arizona?
Goats! :) Putting chemicals on the weeds is only destroying weeds, period. No profit in that, plus they WILL grow back eventually. Putting a couple of goats out there to forage will fatten them up and when they have cleared the land to your satisfaction or...
Savings on Cola
Sorry Sweetie, we didnt mean to come across as so negative with our comments. You deserve a pat on the back for your frugal-ness. Keep up the good work.... :)
Can Shrunk Material Be Unshrunk?
HI, Sorry cant help you with shrunken tweed or wool type fabrics. But with any ironable fabric, you can iron out alot of shrinkage. Since electric dryers became so common people hardly ever iron anymore. But if you have something in your closet that seems to...
Color Fading After Washing With Tide With Bleach Alternative?
I recommend switching completely away from Tide. I used to work in a very expensive department store. Weekly wed get clothes returned to us that had been ruined in the wash. Without fail, EVERY single person I asked, had washed with Tide! Nothing can be done...
Use Small Sized Post-Its
HI, I love the tiny size post-it notes too. But now ive gotten hooked on neon colored flags. They are just the right size to write a short reminder & stick on our fridge calendar or on my computer. [just be sure to write with a dark color ink pen or felt-tip...
Need Help With Blemish Problems?
Katrina, Just wet your fingertips & dip into baking soda and gently wash your face. Do this daily, and always follow with a small amount of moisturizer while skin is damp [NOT after it is dry}. I learned this tip from a beautiful woman with one of the prettiest...
Keep a Calendar in the Kitchen
I agree, ours is the control center for our home! We prefer to pay out $2.00 and get the desk-pad type calendar with real big squares for each day. I have long strip magnets I glue to the back and hang it on the fridge. Every Jan I pull the magnets off & reglue...
What is the Best Fabric Softener?
YOU are the Best Fabric Softener!... By using proper water temperatures, water levels, fabric cycles, second rinses; proper drying cycles, not overcrowding washer/dryer and promptly removing clothes from washer/dryer when they finish running. All this will...
Gifts for the Grouchy Old Man
I bought and carry with me an autograph book, and everywhere we go I discreetly get people who make him smile to sign it - for example the receptionists at all his doctor offices; his doctors; our neighbors; all our children; his siblings etc. On special occasions...
Frugal Dog Toys?
Our dog loves playing with empty plastic cola bottles, especially the 2 liter size; Plain ol ordinary twigs & sticks; Ice cubes on the kitchen floor.
Shopping Without a Purse
I would be afraid of my stuff slipping out of my pockets (its happened), so I would probably be more comfortable just using a crossover shoulder bag, it wont slip off the shoulders and doesnt have to be set down anywhere, leaving the hands free for eating or...
