Tyson (American Bulldog/Boxer Mix)
I got my boxer for prtection. Im affraid she would lick them to death also. My daughter had 2 boxers casus and Ali. Tyson you are adorable.
What Color Should I Paint My Kitchen Cabinets?
Go online at HGTV there are some great ideas on colors. Also just check colors for painting kitchen cabinets on google. I did this for two months before I made a choice. It helpped me. Happy painting!
Minnesota Christmas Charities?
Call your local Chamber Of Commerce ask them for phone numbers where you can get help with food etc. what ever your needing. I know the churches help in our city, but this is a busy time of the year. Of course, the salvation army and your too late maybe for...
Chocolate Fruit Cake Recipe?
Ok, I found Chocolate fruit cake on Google.com and a couple on cooks.com you can take a look and see if any are what your looking for. I hope so.
Blue Morning Glories
You know, I had planted mine and nothing much came up. Then the weather got cooler here in Kansas and there blooming like crazy. I love them and so happy there blooming. Thanks for sharing.
Cochise (Collie)
She is just beautiful! I always admired collies when I was younger. Guess it was because of Lassie. You can tell she is happy and well cared for. I hope you enjoy her for many years.
Looking for Free Fabric Samples?
If I was you Id try freecycle in your county. look up freecycle on Google. People give away items they no longer want. Or you can put in a request for fabric scraps someone doesnt want just like you did here. Im going through mine now to give away. Too bad...
Painting Kitchen With Cherry Cabinets?
It might sound boring ,but I like white with red it looks so clean. My cabinets I painted picaso blue and my walls are white. The wall across from my cabinets are coffee cream color to blend with the cream beige counter top. I believe it worked out well. Go...
Tracking Down a Continuous Beeping Sound in House?
Our computer beeps when the power has been off. Anyway my husband resets it some how. Beleive me he is the computer person in this family.
Abigail (American Pit Bull Terrier Mix)
Im not fond of pit bulls, but it sounds like you have a sweet one. We got our dog at the pound also. I wish people would check them out, there are some great animals there.
Cherry Dessert
I made this last night. It was way too sweet for us. I would suggest to cut the the sugar in the cake and filling.
What is This Plant? (Hoya)
Yes, my mom says it is a Hoya plant. Do the flowers smell real sweet? Hers was clear up the wall and across the ceiling when she moved. If you cut it, just put a piece in water and it will take root. It loves the sun and will grow better if its in it. She says...
What Breed is My Dog?
Oh how sweet. Looks just like our boxer. They are such loving dogs. We got ours at about 10 months from the shelter and she is 2 years old now. We really enjoy her.
Bisquick Date Nut Bar Recipe?
Nancy, Go to Cooks.com and put in Bisguick date nut bar. I found it there. J.B.
Dog Has a Gas Problem?
We were feeding our Boxer Ol Roy dog food and it was awful. After we changed to Purina Lamb and Rice, we stopped having this problem. Also, when we have fed her canned cheap dog food she had gas. We also never feed her raw hides. It bothers her stomach and...
Decorate Your Pumpkin With a Mask
I would love to decorate some for the porch but they are so expensive anymore. $5.99 each. How can a person buy several for decoration then have them just rot? What a waste of money. I feel sorry for adults with little ones that want to carve a pumpkin and...
Dog Shampoo Question?
I shampoo my Boxer with baby no tears shampoo. Her coat is shiny and she has never had a problem with it. Inexpensive at Dollar Store.
Garden: Lilac Photos
I planted a small lilac bush three years ago. When will it be big enough to enjoy the flowers?
Strawberry Yogurt Pie
Hey, you could mix this up like the pie and put in small paper cups insert a popcicle stick and freeze. A low calorie cool snack for the summer. I think Ill try it.
Keep Recipes in a Three Ring Binder
A friends young daughter got married a couple of years ago and I printed out some of the families favorites handed down from my grandma. She was really pleased with it. My daughters were always calling and asking how I made some recipe so I made them a book...
Mycolog 2 for Itchy Ears?
Doctor told me my ears itched because I was rubbing all the ear wax off using Q tips, and when I stop using them my ears didnt itch. Your ears need some wax.
ALDI Food Brands?
We lived in Texas and the Save A Lot was in a low income area and wasnt that clean. In Kansas where we lived we loved it. Maybe it depends on the manager I dont know.Some of the brands I like some I dont. You just have to try a can of this and that until you...
Substituting With Self Rising Flour?
Measure the flour the same. Just omit the baking soda and baking powder.
Garden: Keep Your Garden Child Friendly
Just had to enlarge the picture to see that sweet little girl. What a doll! J.B.
Lasagna Made with Bread?
I found some called Lasagna Bread. There in Cooks.com ans Massrecipes.com. Sounds so good Im going to try it! J.B.
Food Container Ideas?
Joanne, I always save my margarine and cottage cheese containers. I use them for ham and beans, chili, and soups I make pots of to put in the freezer. There also good to use when we go see the kids at Thanksgiving or Christmas when we have lots of left overs...
Clear Red Paint?
Victoria, I would check at Hobby Lobby. I got paint there to repaint pyrex mixing bowls last year. They might have what your looking for. J.B.
Prepare Your Garden Soil With Early Additions
LOL unless you have a year old Boxer that will eat anything a human will. I always do this, but now that we have her I just dont know. She might leave the coffee grounds and veggies alone. Sadie is a corker but we love her. J.B.
Happy Holidays From ThriftyFun
Thank you for all the work that makes Thriftyfun possible. We all appreciate you so much. Merry Christmas & God Bless
Dishwasher Leaves Food Stuck on Plates?
Dont they say to clean it with vinegar? I would check on Google. J.B.
Recommendations for Cooking Pots and Pans?
My husband bought me a set of stainless steel for Christmas seven years ago. I love them. There easy to clean, even burned on food come right off with a few minutes of soaking. Also, they were inexpensive. He got a set at wal-mart I picked out. I didnt use...
Diabetic Pumpkin Pie Recipe?
Peggy, My husband is diabetic and I make the pie on the back of libbys pumpkin. I only exchange the regular sugar for splinda. It tastes just like regular pumpkin pie. Joyce
Should Chickens Roam Free Or Be Penned Up?
My hubby says you need to put them up to protect them from the varmits. J. B.
Buy Each Child Their Own Colored Towel
Great idea , I will pass this on to my daughters. Thanks, J. B.
What Type of Dog Is This?
You can sure see the German Shepard in her. She has a sweet face. I never knew there were so many great dogs in a dog shelter just waiting to be loved. There are some good breeds too. I had a part German Shepard once, he was easy to train. I am looking for...
Add Your Own Glitter To Valentine's Cards
This sounds like a great idea. I got a Christmas card that had regular glitter on it and I had glitter every- where for weeks. J. Bess
Accompaniments for Chicken Salad?
How about just tomatoes or cottage cheese? I like pea salaad too. 1 small can peas, 2 T. chopped onion, 1/4 c. American cheese cut in small pieces, 2T. Mayo ( more if needed) and 2T. sugar. Mix all together and chill. How about about just a green salad? Would...
How Do I Make Earrings?
Carolyn, Could you maybe find out at Hobby Lobby? I hope you have one of these stores in your town. I love shopping there. If not Ill bet a Hobby store could tell you. J. B.
Decorating for Christmas on a Budget?
Try looking at some of your thrift stores and garage sales. You can find cheap decorations at the Dollar store. They have inexpensive little table trees. I like looking at Good will stores also. J.B.
Look For Unexpected Photo Ops
Hayle, Do you see the angel in the middle on the right side of the cross? She has long dark hair and wings in a white gown. I like to look at clouds, God gives us beauty to enjoy if we will just pay attention. Great picture. J. B.
Manual for a Breadmaker Regal model #K6783?
Teresa, I had this sme problem and was told to go to http://www.hillbillyhousewife.com . They have Breadmaker manuals. I got mine. J.B.
Putting White Christmas Lights On a Live Tree?
I read last year an easier way to put lights on the tree was to apply them up and down instead of around the tree. I tried it, and its so much easier. It doesnt look any different. I dont know why this wouldnt work out doors also. J. B.
Wooden Bike Rack
Great idea Roger, I love thinking of ways to make things instead of just buying them. Good way to save money. J. B.
Bar Soap with Less Residue?
Lynn, The very best scum cleaner I have found is Comet Bathroom cleaner. Its wonderful! Dont know of any soap that wont cause scum.J.B.
What Breed is My Dog? Husky?
Hes beautiful! Reminds me of a dog we had that was part German Shepard and part Chow. He was easy to train tricks and was a great dog. I would guess German Shepard and Husky. Good luck with him. J. B.
Use Bath Soap For Hand Soap
To make it go even futher, I put 1/3 soap then fill the bottle with water. Works great. what a great savingd. J.B.
Use Bath Soap For Hand Soap
Oh, I miss read your note. I use cheap shampoo. works for us, try it. J.B.
Clean and Green Bathrooms
I use white vinegar diluted with 3/4 water in a spray bottle to clean the scum off my shower curtain. I spray it down and wash in the washer, it comes out clean as new.
Parts for a Quartz 85 Anniversary Clock?
My mothers needed the wire that holds the weights. I took it to a jeweler. That may be the best for correct repair. It meaning so much to you.
Whitening Dirty Washcloths?
Tanya, check out this ThriftyFun page Using Borax instead of Bleach and youll get all kinds of whitening tips. http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf955132.tip.html
Is Carpet Safe After Being Wet?
We have flooded areas here and they are having to remove the carpet, and tile. I dont know why your carpet was soaked, but the floor under it needs to dry. I would think it could cause mold if it wasnt dryed. Its not worth taking the risk of your families or...
Hiding a House Key Outside?
We have one that looks like a thermometer and you hide the key inside. It slides open. Why couldnt you buy a pretty thermometer and tape it to the back? I wouldnt hang it right by the door though. J.B.
Call To Save Wal-Mart's Fabric Department
No, that is not true about it happening to towns with fabric stores. I live in a small town and we only have one other store with little fabric and supply choices. I visited the town of Bartlesville, Ok and they have hardly any fabric Dept. in Walmart. It is...
Zucchini And Tomato Casserole
Thanks Connie, Been wondering what to do with all that Zucchini in the freezer from last years garden. Joyce
Buying Plain Cotton Nightgowns?
I use to buy them at Wal-Mart every year. Dont know if they still carry them. Also, Blair catalog usually has them. And maybe JC Penney. Joyce
Quiet Book Patterns?
Sheri, I made one for my girl from light weight denium. I cut the material large enough for several pages. Zigzaged around them and sewed together like a book. Next, I drew a tennis shoe looking down from it. I put eyelets in it and shoe lace to learn to lace...
Uses for Ground Coffee?
If it is new coffee still in the bag, why not give it to an AA group in your area. They would appreciate it Im sure.I save my used coffee grounds in an empty cottage cheese carton, then throw it in my garden area. Ive heard its great for roses.
ThriftyFun Holiday Publishing Schedule
My favorite place on the web. Thank You for all the hard work. We appreciate you. Happy Christmas & New Year! J. Bess
Shoe Color Advice?
Tami, Everyone is not the Bold type. LOL I would go with Sheer hose and black heels. Its a good dress look for an office party. Have fun!!
Rash on My Elbows?
Please check out Scalpicin at any pharmacy. This worked on flaky patches I had in my eyebrows and scalp. Its good stuff. J.B.
Thanksgiving Game Ideas?
Catch Phrase is the game we played at a church sunday school party. It is so much fun, lots of laughs. Adult age. We got ours at Wal-Mart.
Gift Ideas for Grandparents?
Stacy, I have this problem every year. My grandma lives in a retirement home and is 91yrs. She likes stationary, stamps ( she enjoys writing and reciving letters. How about gift cards to eat out? She also likes room freshners. They cant have candles, but you...
Welcome to the World, Tresaun
He is beautiful, I like his name. The first grandchild is so special. I love them all , but the first one and I have a real connection. Thanks for sharing. joyce
Painting a Table with a Distressed Look?
Anytime Im looking for anything specific, I go to Google. Just type in what your looking for like How to paint a table with a distressed look Hope this works for you.Good luck!
