Thrifty Tips (November 07, 2018)
If you or a loved one is struggling with finances this Christmas season, check out these helpful links to apply for assistance. Most charitable institutions run out of money early so be sure to apply as soon as possible.

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Today's Featured Post

Holiday Assistance for Struggling Families

By Fletcher

A mother and child choosing gifts from a donation site.A lot of people look for assistance at the holidays. Traditional holiday meals can be expensive and you may be hosting friends or family. Children's gifts can seriously stretch the budget as well.

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Today's Guides
Making a Seashell Picture Frame
A picture frame made from seashells.
Growing Cucumbers in Containers
Cucumber plants growing in a container.
Creole Seasoning Mix Recipes
A pile of creole seasonings.
Giving Thanks at Thanksgiving
Family at Thanksgiving dinner
Today's Posts

Fall at Mabry Mill, VA

By littergitter

Fall at Mabry Mill, VA - old mill with fall colorI took this photo on 10-24-07. It was a rainy day and it has turned out to be the best shot I have gotten of this beautiful place. I think it's due to it being a cloudy day.

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Simple Carrot Cookies

By katrine2706

Simple Carrot Cookies on plateMost kids don't like veggies. Here's a tricky recipe that will make kids eat vegetables. Deceive them with with healthy goodness of these carrot cookies.

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Paper Bowl Sunflower

By tiffanytallent1981

Paper Bowl Sunflower Sunflowers are so beautiful and are a popular fall decoration. I like to incorporate at least one sunflower craft into the classroom. This wall decor piece takes a couple days to complete, but it's perfect for this time of year. The students really seem to enjoy it.

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Dinner Menu Board and Meal Baskets

a colorful menu board, showing a week's worth of dinner plans.Need a way to help your family keep track of weekly meal plans? Check out this helpful and colorful menu board. Learn about it in this short video.

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Remove Nails with the Hammer Claw Facing Up

By Sandi/Poor But Proud

A hammer claw being used upside down to remove a nail from the wall.When you take out your nails, face the claw up. This might be a bit harder if they are up high and you don't want the nails to fall.

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Pre-thread Your Needles

By Judy

Pre-thread Your Needles - spool of black thread with a rethreaded needle stuck in the threadMake your next mending project a little faster by pre-threading your needles. I have needles already threaded in all the colors I use. I have two or three needles threaded for each of the most popular colors, like black. At the end of a mending job I make sure my needles are threaded for any future job.

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Today's Questions
Caring for an Injured Wild Finch
My husband rescued a finch that got hit by a car a block from our house. He is eating, but he doesn't want water. How can I get him to drink water? What kind of cage can I put him in during the night time until his wing is healed? He can't fly and when he stands he sometimes falls sideways. He is missing feathers on one wing.
Oil Coming Out of the Dipstick Tube
I recently completely rebuilt my engine with new pistons and all, but before this I had oil coming out of my dipstick tube when I remove the dipstick while the engine is running. This problem continued even after the rebuild. What could be the cause of this?
Gluing Sand and Shells Inside a Glass Bottle
I am placing a small amount of sand and a few sea shells in a wine bottle. What is the best adhesive to use to keep it all in place?
14th Birthday Party Ideas
My 14th birthday is coming up, and I want to do something fun with up to 19 people (all girls). It's in winter, so I can't do anything outside. I love ice skating parties, but I've done them many times before, so I want to try something different this year. I also want to do something not too expensive .
Repairing Flat Sofa Arms
The arms of my faux leather sofas have become flat and hard. Can anyone suggest how to refill with stuffing or something?
Identifying a Stuffed Kitty
Identifying a Stuffed Kitty - stuffed orange tabby cat
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