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Make Gift Wrap using Reused Mylar Balloons

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Being my frugal self, there’s a part of me that hates throwing away Mylar balloons after a party.  They sadly float around the room, each day hovering lower and lower, until finally they’re just too sad and flimsy to tolerate and I throw them away. 

Jack O’ Lantern Cheese Ball

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This is a popular recipe found on the internet, but I like it because it’s very easy and very tasty!  It’s a little bit sweet and a little bit salty…just like me! I’m all about making something the easy way that looks like you fussed. You can also have fun with variations and unleash your creativity.

Store Sheets Inside Your Pillowcase

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Isn’t it amazing how you can live quite a few decades and yet the simplest of ideas escape you? That’s why I love these websites, to gather and share the most wonderful tips. And here’s one of my favorites…

Store Your Leftover Herbs in the Freezer

freeze-herbsWhat can you do with leftover herbs?  I love fresh herbs, garden grown and store bought, but I do not like having to waste what isn’t used. I’ve tried just freezing them dry, but that’s not the trick to properly storing them. Here’s how to do it.

Crack Camper Windows For Smoother Ride

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It’s summertime, and that means time to dust off the old camper, pack the kids, and take those long drives across the country.  The long open roads here in Colorado can be beautiful. But when the winds crank up, driving a camper whipping back and forth can be a nightmare.  You don’t want a camper full of car sick kids, now do you?  Here’s how to ensure a smooth ride for you and your passengers.

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