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Making a Strawberry Planter from a Laundry Basket
By Judy
Even if you purchase everything new, this is not an expensive project. I found the laundry basket at the curb, got the potting soil and burlap on sale, and traded plants with a neighbor.
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
By attosa
I love making chocolate covered strawberries because I can control how much chocolate to coat them in, and what brand of chocolate to use (I am a bit picky). Plus, have you seen the prices of a dozen of them from retailers? So expensive! This is really easy to do; a great recipe for all ages.
Please Don't Throw Away Silica Gel Packs
By Ana
There are over a dozen reasons you should not throw away silica gel packs. Have you ever wondered when you purchase or get mail order, at least one of these roll out with your items? The biggest reason is that they absorb moisture and help retain freshness. With that package or purchase you receive a free gift of savings, here is how!
By 15mhhm15
If you don't want to bring home additional trash (receipts) that will eventually get tossed out or misplaced having the e-receipt option sent to your e-mail is extremely useful. E-receipt is better than not getting a receipt because you can still review your purchase immediately and have your receipt saved encase you need to make a future exchange or return!
Use Hairdryer for No Residue Label Removal
By littergitter
Most of the time, I can remove a label from a jar or plastic container by using the hairdryer to heat the label. It loosens the glue and makes the label easy to lift and peel off.
This video shows you the steps to making succotash, a delicious stew of made from corn, Lima beans, ham, stewed tomatoes, and spices.
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