Tashi's commentsComments On: EverythingArticles Blogs Journals Photos created by: EveryoneTashi New Uses for Washcloths - Blog Entry19 Apr 2008 06:13 AM I do something a little different, with old bath towels. I bunch them up (one or two at a time) and use them as bedding in our dog's kennel, as well as on his beds. He loves to paw at the towels and "re-arrange" them before laying down. It's cheaper than buying expensive dog bedding. We also sometimes use old bath mats for the kennel. Should You Hire an Architect 2? - Blog Entry12 Apr 2008 10:54 AM I would recommend hiring a capable architect or engineer to assist in remodeling, building, etc., whenever possible. Check to see if consultation is available, before anyting is agreed upon and construction begun. I'm on the very outer circle of this profession, and see just what's involved, what's so vitally important about costs, design, saftey, and of course, aesthetics. Emergency Alert Text System for Cell Phones - Blog Entry12 Apr 2008 10:45 AM I already receive Amber Alerts via text messages. Luckily, they aren't frequent, for obvious reasons. I would love emergency warnings via text, if the cell phone companies warm to the idea. I use my phone a lot, and am often on the go, so I may not hear about these things via tv, radio, or otherwise. To have emergencies sent to me via text message, would certainly be something I'd welcome. Finding a Frugal Community - Blog Entry12 Apr 2008 10:39 AM P.S. ....on my last comment.... In mentioning BMW's, etc., I meant to add, there are all walks of life in my area who seem to shop at Goodwill, who seem also to value thriftiness and being frugal. Re-reading it, I thought perhaps it appeared I lived in an exclusive enclave, where the filthy rich like to save a few pennies every now and again. :-) I assure you, I live not in a rich enclave. But there is the occasional Jaguar and Beemer on city streets. Alas, my "luxury car" is a much-loved '91 Geo Prizm. Thrifty, indeed. I'll keep putting money into it until it decides to croak for good. Finding a Frugal Community - Blog Entry12 Apr 2008 07:06 AM I think that there are a great number of frugal people in my Midwestern neighborhood. For instance, every time I go to Goodwill, I see BMWs, Lexuses(sp?), and other cars of that category. While I adore great new things occsaionally, I love thriftiness. I always meet people concerned about thriftiness, be that person a BMW owner, or an owner of an inherited beatup car that's running on a wing and a prayer (like my vehicle!). These days, it's more important (and smarter) to think and act thrifty, frugally. Getting Free Design Ideas - Blog Entry08 Apr 2008 04:01 PM I use the same concept for clothing/fashion. I consider myself a fairly well-dressed person. But I'm still stymied on occasion on what to put together, much like decorating one's home (I'm simply decorating myself!). I save magazines and own books to give me ideas. I may or may not go by exactly what's pictured, but at least I have some great references. Using Everything in the Jar - Blog Entry06 Apr 2008 01:13 PM This is a problem I encounter especially with shampoos, conditioners, and foundation bottles. I definitely believe manufacturers design containers so that we customers can't get all of the product out. Here's what I do to help conquer this issue. One, I stop buying the product. I did this with a popular body wash after the redesign of the bottle. The cap became impossible to remove in order to wash out and use the remaining body wash. Two, I store my foundation bottle upside down until ready to use it, when it's almost all gone. Three, I cut open the shampoo or conditioner bottle, or jimmy the cap off, in order to use what remains. Four, I use products sparingly, mixing in water to help make them last longer. You don't need a bucketful of shampoo, for instance, and using a little water mixed in will extend the Using Everything in the Jar - Blog Entry06 Apr 2008 01:12 PM This is a problem I encounter especially with shampoos, conditioners, and foundation bottles. I definitely believe manufacturers design containers so that we customers can't get all of the product out. Here's what I do to help conquer this issue. One, I stop buying the product. I did this with a popular body wash after the redesign of the bottle. The cap became impossible to remove in order to wash out and use the remaining body wash. Two, I store my foundation bottle upside down until ready to use it, when it's almost all gone. Three, I cut open the shampoo or conditioner bottle, or jimmy the cap off, in order to use what remains. Four, I use products sparingly, mixing in water to help make them last longer. You don't need a bucketful of shampoo, for instance, and using a little water mixed in will extend the Reuse from A to Z! (M-Mo) - Blog Entry26 Jan 2008 01:48 PM I really hate those bajillions of subscription cards that magazines are so loaded with. What do I DO with them? I fold them in half, length-wise, and use them as bookmarks. They work fab! I occasionally buy a bookmark, simply because it's too gorgeous to pass up. But for the amount of books I read, I can't see any sense in spending $3 or $4 for a bookmark, when a humble, re-usable, FREE subscription card works great. They don't fall out as easily as store-bought markers, either. Reuse from A to Z! (M-Mo) - Blog Entry26 Jan 2008 01:47 PM I really hate those bajillions of subscription cards that magazines are so loaded with. What do I DO with them? I fold them in half, length-wise, and use them as bookmarks. They work fab! I occasionally buy a bookmark, simply because it's too gorgeous to pass up. But for the amount of books I read, I can't see any sense in spending $3 or $4 for a bookmark, when a humble, re-usable, FREE subscription card works great. They don't fall out as easily as store-bought markers, either. |
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