Goodies for Family Reunion Guest Bags?
If there are out-of-town visitors who may be needing discounts on hotels or restaurants why not throw in some coupons? Also you could find some Dollar Tree books or toys. A family photograph is fun too, if you have old photos you could have several in each...
Organizing a Small Bedroom?
You can mount the tv on the wall and remove the stand. Also you could remove the side table and hang one on the wall. Amazon has a two drawer unit that you can hang on the wall for a nightstand. Look in closet organizers, Rubbermaid. Also can you get rid of...
Removing Cat Urine Odor from a Couch?
Try Totally Pet from Walmart. It works wonders. Also if the area is only on a cushion and its removeable I would take it to an professional upholsterer and have it replaced if the odor persists. You should have a zipper to remove the cushion, then wash the...
Getting Blue Dye Out of a Yellow T-shirt?
Get Rit Dye color remover and follow the pkg directions. It should come out. Good luck.
"Shop" In Catalogs First, Then Visit Thrift Stores
I do the same but always shop the garage sales too. I have gotten some of my best furniture for pennies on the dollar. Just keep in mind you can strip down and paint or varnish pieces for pennies compared to shopping in the catalog. Many times it is just a...
Rain Boot Flower Arrangement
I also collect rainboots, ceramic or plastic, and plant them with flowers in my gardens. I place them next to chairs or pedestals, on steps etc. Cannot find pics of them but they are really cute and add color to my gardens. Love it.
Wash Sponges With Laundry
I also just toss my sponge into the top shelf of my dishwasher, you can also microwave it on high for 1 minute for sanitizing. Its just so easy to throw it in the dishwasher when I have a load to wash.
Clearance Items for Christmas
I do this every year. The only exception is when you are buying for children dont buy all their gifts ahead. Children always grow so expectantly and change their likes so fast...For adults though, it works great! and keeps your budget in line and costs down...
Speed Up Tomato Growth with Tablecloths
www.vegetable-gardening-gnomes.com/ripening_tomatoes.html Most tomatoes wont grow well until soil temperature is at 60 degrees F, and you will. The surprise is that red plastic mulch is most effective, but if you cant find it, ... to ripen, they will release...
Buy Wallpaper at Garage Sales
Several years ago while my son was a baby, we moved to a new home. I had no money for decorating it but love to scout out garage sales. I found brand new wall paper and border for a young boys room at a local sale. I spent about $5 on enough to do his entire...
Buy Second Hand Appliances
My dryer just broke down and needed a repair. I called the repair shop and the guy told me good luck if you plan to buy a new one! According to him the older appliances last much longer and are easier to repair. Another plug for acquiring used appliances or...
Using Denatured Alcohol on Microfiber?
Check out this blog. She cleaned crayon off her microfiber sofa and says she cleans all kinds of stains with alcohol on her sofa. Pictures included too! http://www.thriftyandchic.com/2014/06/easy-way-to-clean-crayon-off-couch.html
Good Hedges Make Good Neighbors
When I moved into my home I had the kind of hedge that just starts growing up randomly. It had various young trees growing in it. My neighbor took the unsightly hedge down on both sides of his yard. Then I felt naked while in my back yard, so a friend gave...
Morning Glory Growing Slowly
I live in the mid-west and my morning glories dont really start vining up until about July. Beware as others have said, perennial ones will take over your garden, yard and neighbors. I find them in my bushes and everywhere. Good luck.
