Paneling That Looks Like Wallpaper?
I know there is such a thing because we used to have it in the 90s at my house. It was a thin paneling that seemed to be pre-wallpapered-this one had a light floral pattern and it was textured. Someone told me it was called mar-lite (brand name) but no one...
Repurposing Testing Strip Tubes
Ive saved about 100 of these things! They are airtight and very insulated. I knew they could be used for something, any more ideas? I dont go through a lot of toll booths. Thinking I could glue a bunch of them side to side to form a square or rectangle and...
Homemade Toothpaste
Is glycerin ok to ingest? I know you arent supposed to eat/swallow your toothpaste-but some does get in there from time to time.
My Frugal Life: Six Decades of Frugality
Love your post! I do make most of my cleaning supplies as well as laundry detergent, which costs me 1.90 for 10 gallons-not kidding! Am getting into gardening and hoping to learn how to can, you are an inspiration to all of us!
My Frugal Life: ThriftyFun Family
Grace, as bad as your upbringing was. It has made you a more caring and loving person, some people in similar circumstances turn out to be horrible human beings who in turn spread that to other people around them,but not you.You used that pain for good not...
Versatile Sour Cream Spread
Sounds great, a question though, brine from black or green olives? Cant wait to make it, either way!
My Frugal Life: Starting Over
Lucy, your story is beautiful and bittersweet. May God Bless you, he seems to have. You have taken something terribly sad and used it to help you grow and appreciate what is truly important. I dont believe God makes theses things happen to teach us,but I do...
Use Cereal Liners in the Kitchen
Love this idea! I use them after I make chex mix homemade (or the generic/store brand of chex mix). Its much better homemade. Use the leftover cereal bags to store the finished mix, keeps it very fresh!
Garden: Bug Car
Willie Nelson huh? What are you really growing in that bug!? Haha-just kidding. Wish I could get my hands on a vw bus. Those were cool. Id restore it and ride in it. God Bless!
Corkboard Inside Kitchen Cabinets
Awesome idea! this could also be used to tack a list of whats inside the cupboard-you could cross things off as u use them and it would provide,at a quick glance what was inside the cupboard-so u know whats in a packed or messy cupboard or what u need to replenish...
Make Purchases Go a Little Further
Robin, I suggest homemade laundry detergent (Duggar family website) it makes 10 gallons for under 2 dollars (approx). We do, and it smells and works great! Pretty easy to make, and just try to get just one gallon for 2 dollars anywhere! (much less 10) good...
Does Flarp Shrink?
FLARP! whats flarp? Im not sure Id feel right about any noise coming from a flarp. Hey, isnt flarp the stuff from the nutty professor Disney movies with Fred Macmurray in the 70s (good times the 70s!) hahaha- seriously, whats flarp? God bless Editors note: According...
Repurposing Containers
Very nice tips. I save all these containers and think hmm what could I do with this ? Now I have a few more ideas, thanks.
Planning a Wedding for Under $3000?
You can make your bouquets from artificial flowers at craft stores-plus they dont die so youll have the keepsake forever! as for photographers, food, decorations. Check out students at local colleges(photography students, culinary students, art students). They...
Combine Pressed Powders Into One Compact
Im under the impression that the alcohol would kill any germs, but I could be wrong.
Gift Ideas for a 100 Year Old Woman?
how about finding out some of her favorite songs from the old days,her wedding song etc. alot of these song are available to download(I know cuz my husband LOVES music from the 20s, 30s, 40s Hes only 44 but...) make a cd or tape mix for her and surprise her...
Heat Liquid Before Adding to Roux
I just saw Emeral on food network yesterday. He said always add cold to hot or else you get lumps? Ive always added cold to hot and had little problem-but who knows? Have a happy thanksgiving-one and all!
Dry Disposable Razors After Each Use
Ive been doing this too-and to convince my skeptical teenager (who uses a new razor each time) I kept a record of how many times I used one razor. I have used this 1 razor 9 times on my legs and 8 times under arms and its still shaving as good as new! I dry...
Looking for Ground Beef Recipes
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Mix beef w/onion soup mix,bread crumbs or anything for a basic meatloaf-form into oval patties and brown on each side-put in casserole dish. in saucepan mix 1 or 2 cans brown gravy and 1 or 2 cans golden mushroom soup (campbells, not regular mushroom soup, the...
Recycled Decorative Vase
Thats really cute! perfect for a preteen girl! You should sell them at craft shows-or at least several and give to nieces, goddaughters, etc. as a party favor for a girls birthday party. The flowers could also be replace with a matching brush, comb, makeup...
Choosing Where To Be Frugal
If everyone did that with 1 or 2 things-nails,1 fast food meal a week,1 latte a week-and gave/used 1/3 for charity and 2/3 for 1 family event (save all year and use for a vacation, to build a family memory, etc) just think how much happier wed be! God Bless...
Helpful Hannah
Ive seen that done with baby diapers, wash cloths, baby pins etc. assembled in a cake for a shower. yours is very cute!
Not Your Usual Turkey Sandwich
If youve ever watched Friends on tv, Monica used to make her brother a special sandwich with Thanksgiving leftovers. The turkey sandwich with the moistmaker which was bread,turkey, and a middle slice of bread soaked in gravy. Then turkey then bread. The gravy...
Pros And Cons Of Homemade Laundry Detergent?
I use the same exact recipe-i get 10 gallons for probably under 2 dollars, it smells wonderful and does a good job-no complaints at all! Yes Fells Naptha is a soap, but when mixed with the other 2 ingredients it makes laundry detergent, trust me. Washing soda...
My Frugal Life - Lessons From The Amish
One thing to be careful about is line drying. If someone in your household has allergies dont dry bed linens, towels or that persons clothing! the fabric acts as a pollen catcher/net. My cousin was rushed to the hospital every night for days until they figured...
Lessons Learned at the Farmer's Market
You are a great mom! HEY-wichypoo and crunchy mama- I love your names. We should team up crazy amy,v crunchy mama, and wichypoo; sounds like a comedy team! haha!
Drying Onions, Carrots and Celery for the Winter
What about carrots and celery. How thin do you slice them? What oven temp and for how long each? Also do you lay them on a rack or just on a cookie sheet? I dont have a dehydrator. I suspect they should be done separately as celery has more moisture.
