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Personal Finance > Smart Spending Money-saving tips: Where to find online coupon codes: 1 of 4
Finding online coupon codes can be a challenge. You simply need to know where to look there are online codes for almost anything you would want to purchase online. Most people that do online shopping, so try doing it with an online shopping code and save your shipping or even better 10 to 30%. There is major money out there ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Planning Tips for planning a wedding menu: 4 of 15
Planning your wedding menu is a tough task. To start it is imperative to find the right cater. The wedding planner should have a list of caters in your area. If you don't have a wedding planner start with your yellow pages. Once a caterer has been hired try the foods they offer. See what you like and don't like. Keep a list ... More..
Home & Garden > Cleaning (Other) How to get children to clean up after themselves: 4 of 11
This is a simple process and as long as you stay on top of them for the first 2 weeks or so it will work out in your favor. I started this process when my children were young so it was a bit easier for me. This process will work for any age child from a young to teen. First, make a list of what you want them to do. I would m... More..
Food & Drink > Fruit & Vegetable Recipes Recipes: Stuffed peppers: 11 of 27
Stuffed Peppers Ingredients: 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or green) (4 or 5 for 1.00) 1 medium onion (.25) 3 cups cooked rice (pennies) 1 large can of tomatoes (.49) 1 can of black beans (.25) 1/2 cup of grated cheddar cheese (.25-.99 for 2 cups) Directions: Preheat oven to 350 F. In large bowl mix cooked rice, diced o... More..
Personal Finance > Smart Spending Free samples: How to maximize opportunities for free stuff: 5 of 10
Is free the right price for you? I get freebies in the mail everyday and I do mean everyday. Samples of Tide, deodorant, shampoo, body wash, dish washing soap, perfume, picture frames, food and even gift cards. I know what your thinking, I don't need all these samples they don't last or that is only one time application. I h... More..
Hobbies & Games > Scrapbooking & Paper Crafts Craft idea: Homemade greeting cards: 8 of 15
Making a Scratch and Sniff Card Materials: Kool Aid any flavor you like Elmer's Glue White Card Stock Red Card Stock Heart Stamp (these can be purchased at your local craft store) Red Stamp Pad Glue stick or tape runner Scissors Craft paint brush White paper Envelope template Optional Materials: Stamp (any appropriate phrase... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Budget Cheap wedding ideas: Tips for getting married in your own backyard: 13 of 22
The best way to save money on a wedding is to have it in your backyard. First, make sure the yard is desirable to have a wedding in. The yard may need some tlc and that is ok. Start a few months out watering the grass and keeping it mowed. Second, rent chairs this can be done by either renting from a party supply place which... More..
Home & Garden > Pet & Pest Problems How to rid your house of fleas: 10 of 14
There are many products on the market today that claim they can get rid of fleas. I have 2 dogs of a large size I have found a few simply with trial and error that work well. Ortho Flea Fog works great! All you do is open all the doors and drawers in your home set the foggers and leave. I use 4 with my 1500 square foot home.... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition & Health Issues How to prevent overweight children from eating too much: 19 of 22
It is hard to say no when you have a child asking for food. But when the child is overweight you must say no at some point. If the child is hungry or saying they are hungry first I would try giving them a big glass of water. Even try to have them drink 2 glasses of water. Water helps fill the child up or at least make them f... More..
Home & Garden > Cleaning Products Best homemade cleaning products: 15 of 17
Here are some of my favorite MYO household cleaners. They will save you time and money. All Purpose Cleaner 1 tablespoon baking soda 1 gallon hot water 1/4 cup soap flakes After cleaning with this solution, rinse surface with clear water Cheap wood floor cleaner After cooling some black tea to make a pitcher of iced tea, I a... More..