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Wall Banner
Colored felt pieces, 12″ X 12″ white glue scissors sequins, buttons, decorative trim yarn Cut the felt square into two pieces, 6″ x 12″ each. Lay a 18″ long piece of yarn along one of the 6″ edges, placing it … [continue reading]
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Applesauce Ornament
Here is a craft idea that just takes a few household items and is pleasant to your nose. 4 ounces (1 cup) cinnamon 1 Tablespoon cloves 1 Tablespoon nutmeg 3/4 cup applesauce 3 Tablespoons white glue 1/2 teaspoon food coloring… [continue reading]
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Newsgroup List
Freebie Newsgroups misc.consumers.frugal-living alt.consumers.free-stuff alt.coupons alt.freenet Homeschool Newsgroups alt.education.home-school.christian misc.education.home-school.misc misc.education.home-school.christian For an informative look at newsgroups and how to use them, please go to Newsgroups: http://www.geocities.com/Athens/8259/news.html
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Freebies Toll Free
On the Internet there are many of these offers. I am only listing the ones that I have been able to get through on, and talked to a live operator or there was a message center. 1-888-ULTRA-NOW Lactaid-Ultra 1-800-637-2233 Nescafe … [continue reading]
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Video Rentals
Especially during the summer months video rental places run specials. So when you go to rent movies, be sure and check it out. Most places offer bonuses of a free rental for every so many rentals. Sometimes it is cheaper … [continue reading]
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Transportation
Do you ride the bus? If so, it may be cheaper to buy a pass than to pay as you go. It may not save you much each time, but it does add up.
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Temporary and Seasonal Jobs
Kelly Services is not the only place for temp work. Check your phone book for temporary employment agencies near you. If your skills are in high demand, you can earn more than you would answering phones. There are also chances … [continue reading]
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Snacks
Simple DIY Snack Ideas Originally shared in 1996, this post has been reworked to reflect current context while keeping the focus on simple, homemade snacks that can be adapted to your family’s needs. Easy Homemade Dip Ideas You can make … [continue reading]
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Scrap Paper
You may recall an article about getting scrap paper from your local printer. Many give it away, others may charge a little. Another use for the smaller pieces are to make your own self-adhesive notes. Walmart sells a restickable adhesive … [continue reading]
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Printers
If you have an older printer that uses ribbons, you may be able to re-ink them. If they can be rewound, you should be able to rewind the tape and apply re-inking to it and re-use. Printer cartridges may be … [continue reading]
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