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How to Sew a Felt Play Hot Dog and BunInstructions for making a toy felt hot dog and hot dog bun, as well as hot dog condiments. -
How to Sew a Toy Felt Food Sandwich SetDirections for sewing a toy food sandwich set out of felt. Includes instructions for making sliced bread, lunch meat, sliced cheese, tomato slices, lettuce leaves, condiments, and peanut butter and jelly. -
Inexpensive Gift Ideas for Music StudentsHere are some inexpensive gifts to give your music students this year.
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How to Make a Homemade NotepadBelieve it or not, notepads are very easy to make at home. Reuse scratch paper or create a personalized gift. -
How to Sew a Toy Peelable Banana Out of FeltThis article offers step-by-step instructions for sewing a toy felt banana with a double-sided removable peel. -
Stocking Stuffer Ideas for LDS TeensLooking for something unique to put in the stocking for your Mormon teenagers? Hoping to put a little emphasis on their faith, or to encourage them in Seminary? Here are some LDS-themed stocking stuffer ideas to use for your teenager at Christmas. -
Stocking Stuffer Ideas for LDS AdultsIdeas for stocking stuffers for Mormon men and women in your life. -
Stocking Stuffer Ideas for LDS KidsThere are plenty of fun LDS stocking stuffer ideas for kids. Here are 8 Mormon items to put in your child's Christmas stocking. -
Stocking Stuffer Ideas for LDS Babies and ToddlersAre you LDS and looking for things to fill a young child's stocking? Here are lots of Mormon-themed ideas for babies and toddlers. -
Newlyweds: Tips for Your First Christmas TogetherYour first Christmas as a married couple can be surprisingly stressful. Here are several things to consider discussing with your new spouse before the holidays arrive.
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Homemade Holiday Gift Ideas for NeighborsHere are some ideas for holiday gifts you can make at home for your neighbors. Many of them can even be kept on hand for when someone unexpected drops by with a gift. -
Halloween Activities in the Salt Lake Area: Cornbelly'sIf you're looking for a fun fall activity to do with the entire family, then come to Cornbelly's. Located at Thanksgiving Point, Cornbelly's is a corn maze and so much more. There are activities that will be fun for all ages. -
How to Enjoy a Child's Christmas Spirit - When You Don't Have ChildrenSometimes it seems like Christmas is all about the joy of seeing children's eyes light up when they walk into the family room on Christmas morning - whether you are that child, or you are watching your own children. But what if you don't have any children?
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Christmas Book Countdown TraditionDoes your family love to read? Then here is a fun holiday book tradition you can do with your children.
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Family Friendly Halloween Activities in the Salt Lake Valley - 2008Are you looking for a fun Halloween activity in the Salt Lake area - one that won't scare your kids to death? Here are some of the best family friendly events around the Salt Lake Valley. -
Creative Last-Minute Halloween Costumes from the Grocery StoreHere are ten quick, easy, and creative costumes you can make using everyday things that can be bought at the grocery store. These Halloween costumes can easily be adapted to fit people of every age and size -
Homemade Baby Toys to Sew Using Scrap FabricAll it takes is beginning sewing skills, some scrap fabric and some stuffing to make a fun toy for your little one. -
Homemade Baby ToysHow to make homemade baby toys for free by reusing things from around your house
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10 Other Uses for a BlenderA blender is a very useful kitchen tool, with the capacity to do the work of a food processor, a mixer, a grinder and an immersion blender. Here are some valuable ideas to get your blender working overtime, perhaps even once smoothie season is over
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How to Make a Child's Alphabet Board BookCreate a fun and easy board book for your child or to give as a gift.
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How to Get Your Spouse More Involved in Your Scrapbooking HobbyThis article gives seven ideas for getting your spouse more involved in your scrapbooking hobby and preserving a point of view different from your own.
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Tips for Making Greeting Cards in BulkMake the most of your card-making time by following the time and energy saving tips in this article.
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7 Other Uses for a Cheese GraterWhat can you shred besides cheese? All kinds of things!
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More Uses for Your Indoor Grill: Dust Off that George Foreman!An indoor grill cooks more than just hamburgers and chicken breasts. It is an indespensible kitchen appliance for getting a quick, healthy meal on the table fast. -
4 Scrapbooking Challenges to Extend Yourself as a ScrapbookerIf all your scrapbook layouts are starting to look the same, break out of your rut by trying one of these challenges. Whether trying something new or working differently with what you have, these scrapbook challenges can be applied to any theme or layout. -
10 Things You Should Include When Putting Together a ScrapbookLooking for a new idea of something to scrapbook? Here are 10 ideas of subjects that should be included in your scrapbook.
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7 Uses for a Hand BlenderHave you ever looked at your hand blender and wondered, "What can I do with this?" Dust that immersion blender off and put it to good use! -
Fun Activities in the Salt Lake City Area: Utah's Hogle ZooLooking for something fun to do in the Salt Lake City area? Visit the Hogle Zoo! -
Five More Scrapbooking Rules to IgnoreReady to break some more scrapbooking rules? Here are 5 more rules to help you break free from the rigidly defined focus of scrapbooking.
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Five Scrapbooking Rules to IgnoreIs trying to follow the "rules" or scrapbooking making you bored with your favorite hobby? Forget them!
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Free Activities in Salt Lake City: Wheeler FarmLooking for something fun to do in the Salt Lake City area on a budget? Visit Wheeler Farm.
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How to Organize for a Scrapbooking CropDo you have trouble packing for a scrapbooking crop? If it seems like you always forget something, or are overwhelmed by packing too much, follow these tips to help you get organized ahead of time.
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Six More Creative Ways to Ask for a DateRead on for some more special ideas to make the asking out process almost as fun as the date!
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Review: Usborne Touchy-Feely BooksAre you looking for a good book your baby or toddler will enjoy? Read on to learn about this fun series for babies and toddlers, including positive and negative aspects of Fiona Watt's "That's Not My" series.
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How To Sew A Sleep Eye Mask Using Scrap FabricAn eye mask is a quick and easy sewing project that you can make using scrap fabric. This would make a nice gift, included in a basket with some bath salts or a reading light.
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Tips for Organizing Baby ClothesWhen you are changing your newborn's outfit several times a day and doing several extra loads of laundry each week, the last thing you want to do is hassle with putting away your baby's clothes. Here are some ideas for making organizing baby clothes a little easier.
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Uses for Leftover Mashed PotatoesWhat can you do with all those leftover potatoes sitting in your refrigerator? Plenty of things! Here are some ideas for using tonight's leftover mashed potatoes for tomorrow's dinner the next night.
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Review of Bath and Body Works True Blue Spa Hand ProductsA review of Look Ma, New Hands softening hand lotion with paraffin and Just a Minute 60-second manicure scrub.
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Mashed Potatoes Mix InsAre you and your family getting tired of plain, boring mashed potatoes? Check out these different and delicious ideas for making your mashed potatoes the star of your dinner table.
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5 Beginner Sewing Projects Using Scrap FabricDo you have stacks of fabric pieces that seem too small to make something out of? Here are five cool projects using less than half a yard of leftover fabric that any beginning sewer can make.
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7 Chocolate-Free Valentine's Day DessertsYou were looking forward to making a special dessert for Valentine's Day and then you found out that your Valentine hates chocolate! Now what? Don't worry; there are plenty of ideas for Valentine's desserts that don't include chocolate. -
Water Home Saving TipsHere are some simple, easy tips for reducing water usage and waste around the house - no tools required.
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Making Your Cleaning Schedule Work for YouIf you are weighed down by all your chores, it's time you set up a cleaning schedule. Read these instructions to find out how to set up a cleaning schedule that will work for you, your house, and your life.
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Cutting Junk Email Out of Your LifeUse the tips in this article to get your email inbox under control.
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Starting a Dinner Swap GroupAre you tired of making the same things for dinner every week? Would you like to add some new variety to your dinner line-up, and have some easy, fast, meals available in your freezer? If you have friends who also feel this way, consider starting a dinner swap group.
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Organizing Your Scrapbooking IdeasAre you overwhelmed with scrapbooking idea books, magazines, and sketches? Follow these tips to get your ideas under control.
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Tips for Spending Less Time Reading BlogsDo you find yourself spending too much time on the internet reading blogs and catching up on message boards? Here are some tips and questions to ask yourself as you begin to cut back.
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6 Uses for Frozen FruitIdeas for last minute breakfasts, snacks and desserts made with fruit from your freezer.
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Tips for Hosting a Scrapbooking CropThere are many things you may be worried about when it comes to hosting a scrapbooking crop. Take the following tips for hosting a scrapbooking crop, and you'll be on your way to a successful night of scrapping.
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Money Saving Food TipsAre you concerned about the amount of money you are spending on food at the grocery store? Here are some tips for saving money at the grocery store, and cutting down on your food bill.
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Tips for Freezing FruitWant to freeze your own fruit so it is in season from your freezer all year long? Read these tips to find out how!
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Uses for Old SocksLooking for ways to reuse single or holey socks? Check out these 8 ideas
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Other Uses for InksInk pads are for more than just rubber stamping. Here are some tips and tricks for using them in your scrapbooking, card making and paper crafting projects.
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Tips for Spending Less Time on the InternetSome tips for cutting back on internet usage.
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Housewarmng Gift IdeasLooking for a useful gift for homeowners? These 9 ideas will be greatly appreciated.
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Using Leftover Scrapbooking Embellishments in Card MakingCard making is a great way to use up other scrap embellishments that you don't want to throw away. This article will give you ideas for using other types of scraps and leftover embellishments to make fun and easy greeting cards.
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Using Your Scrapbooking Paper Scraps in Card MakingWant to get rid of those little paper scraps, but don't want to throw them away? Make cards!
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8 Every Day Things to Keep in Your CarBeyond emergency items like a spare tire and jumper cables, there are many every day things you should keep in your car. In this article you'll find 8 items to keep in your car to make your every day life easier.
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Review of Hormel Turkey PepperoniLooking for a way to make your homemade pizza a little healthier? This lower fat version of traditional pepperoni works wonders!
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Saving Time & Money by Stocking Your Freezer with Home Prepared ItemsOne of the ways to use your freezer to save time and money is by preparing meals and other items ahead of time and keeping them in the freezer, ready to be used
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How to Save Time and Money Using Your FreezerFrom stocking up on freezable on-sale items, to storing pre-chopped vegetables, in this article you'll find many tips for making the most out of your freezer's money and time saving potential.
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Lunch Box Theme IdeasBuilding your child's lunch box lunch around a theme provides for fun, variety and a change from the everyday sandwich and apple. Here are several fun ideas to spark up lunch time.
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How to Fold Sheets PerfectlyTidy up your linen closet by learning how to fold a set of sheets into a nice, tidy packet. -
Valentine's Day Care PackageValentine's Day is a fun holiday to send a care package to someone. Consider these tips when sending a holiday-themed package to someone you know who is far away.
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Making Flavored Drinks with Simple SyrupInstructions for making refreshing drinks using a simple syrup, as well as many different flavoring ideas.
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12 Creative Ways to Answer a DateDo you want to answer someone who has asked you out in a creative and thoughtful way? Here are some inexpensive and creative ways to answer someone who has asked you out.
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Fun Message Board Contest IdeasDo you run a message board and want to start offering contests? It is a fun way to bring people out to your site to participate at the chance to earn a prize. Here are some fun ideas for message board contests.
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Message Board Game IdeasPlaying games on message boards is a fun way to get to know other people in your online community. Here are some fun ideas for games that you can start on a message board you visit.
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How to Host a Message Board Bingo GameIf you are interested in starting a bingo game on a message board you visit or run, here are some useful tips and theme ideas.
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Food: How to Save Time and Money Using a CrockpotUsing a crockpot can save you time and save money. But you need to know how to use a slow cooker effectively. Here are some helpful hints to help you save time and save money when making slow cooker meals.
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Uses for Old ClothesOnce your clothes have outworn their use, what should you do with them? In this article are many ideas for reusing old items of clothing such as jeans and t-shirts that can no longer be worn.
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Nine Creative Ways to Ask for a DateAre you interested in asking someone on a date, or to a dance, but you want to do something special that will be remembered? Here are some cheap and easy ideas for putting a little creativity in the date asking process.
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How to Make Your Expat Feel Less LonelyIf you have a loved one living overseas, you can bet they get homesick. Check out these 8 ways to make living as an expat less lonely for your loved one.
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How to Make Your Spouse Feel SpecialIf your spouse spends all day at a thankless job, whether it be at the office, or home with your noisy kids all day, you need to be there for them. You know what your spouse likes best; let the following ideas get you started showing your appreciation.
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Holiday Decoration Storage TipsHoliday decorations can accumulate quickly over the years. Soon you have a whole room dedicated to holiday decoration storage. Here are some tips for keeping your holiday decorations in order.
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The Simple Life: Decluttering TipsOnce you have rid your home of unused items you will realize how much easier life can be. These decluttering tips will help you take control of the clutter in your home.
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Other Uses for Baby Food Jars and ContainersIf you are the parent of a baby eating strained food, you go through baby food containers and jars very quickly. In this article you'll find ideas for reusing baby food jars and plastic baby food containers around the house.
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Other Uses for Baby Wipes ContainersIf you have a child (or children) in diapers, you know how quickly you use up baby wipes. In this article you will find creative ideas for reusing baby wipe containers in ways that will make you more organized and tidy.
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The Simple Life: Family Time TipsWith so many activities pulling your family apart it can be difficult to find time together. Here are some tips for making the most of your family time, and simplifying your life so you have more time to spend together.
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Clever Last Minute Gift Ideas from the Grocery StoreDo you need several quick gifts for neighbors or teachers and you're out of time? These twelve gift ideas can be bought at the grocery store and put together last minute.
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How to Make Time for Yourself as a New MomThese 5 tips for making time for yourself as a new mom will help you reclaim some of your lost identity.
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Five Great Websites for Christmas Stocking StuffersShopping online this holiday season? Round out your list with stocking stuffers from these five websites.
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Ideas for Fun and Creative Lunch Box LunchesMake lunch less boring by using these ideas to jazz up lunch and add special treats to your kids' lunch boxes.
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9 Ways to Jazz Up Box Brownies By Adding Extra GoodiesFrom swirls, to add-ins to toppings, this article offers 9 ways to personalize brownies from a box.
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Holiday Kitchen Gifts For Under $15Six gift ideas for a cook of any level.
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Simple Moving Tips on How to Lessen the Stress6 tips for decreasing stress from planning and executing a move to a new home.
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Stocking Stuffer Ideas for AdultsToo old for toys? Here are some tips for stuffing the stockings of the adults on your list.
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Easy Homemade Holiday Treat Gift BagsEight easy, no-bake recipes for treat bags to give as gifts to your friends and neighbors. Includes tips for decorative containers. -
Gift Ideas for the 12 Days of ChristmasCreative ideas to correspond with twelve days of giving during the Christmas season.
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68 Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Kids and Teens68 great ideas for filling the socks of the kids and teens in your life for Christmas morning.
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Five Inexpensive Stocking Stuffer Ideas for EveryoneCheap or inexpensive stocking stuffer ideas for everyone on your list.
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Free Fun Things to DoAs if having a baby isn't expensive enough, now I have two people to entertain all day. Seventeen free or cheap ideas for staying busy with a baby.








