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10 Unusual Uses for Empty Toilet Paper Rolls

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Obviously, an easy recyclable item, it can also be used to make many fun crafts and other clever ideas. Here are some of my favorite ideas: :: Binoculars. A fun craft that my kids love is to make “binoculars” out of them. Open the cut roll and lay it over the two, using the curves to encase them. Take three rolls.

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10 Evening Activities Your Family Can Enjoy for Less!

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You can even borrow a telescope from a friend who has one or even binoculars. Head to your local craft store and buy a bottle of glow in the dark paint. Using a paint brush paint them with the glow in the dark paint. This site uses affiliate links. Host an astronomy night. Toss them around the yard.

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5 Money Saving Home Improvement Projects That Add Value To Your Home

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2 – Paint all of the rooms. Painting a room makes a huge difference in its appearance. A bright new coat of paint can make a room feel much larger and more spacious. Using warm, light colors makes a room feel bigger, so avoid the darker hues that make a room feel smaller, especially if you live in a small home.

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Free and Cheap Family Fun (4th of July Edition!)

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Berry Pies and Crisps – Kids will learn how to roll out pastry dough, cut a lattice crust, and use seasonal fruit to create a delicious filling for their favorite dessert. The Perfect Roast Chicken: Learn to use a vertical chicken roaster to create a juicy, perfectly roasted checken every time. This site uses affiliate links.

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Free and Cheap Family Fun (7/11-12)

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Saturday, July 11th from 10 AM – 11:30 AM – Learn Interior Paint & Drywall Repair. Cooking with Salt – Kids will learn how to bring out the flavors in everything you cook using different flavored salts. Usually held monthly in stores, kids ages 6 to 14 can build and binoculars. Suitable for ages 8-13.

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Free and Cheap Family Fun (Weekend of 8/1/15)

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Saturday, August 8th from 10 AM – 11:30 AM – Learn Paint & Drywall Techniques. Usually held monthly in stores, kids ages 6 to 14 can build and binoculars. This site uses affiliate links. Sunday, August 9th from 1-2:30 PM Learn to Install a Tile Backsplash. Big thanks to Lori at More with Less Today ).

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Free and Cheap Family Events 8/7/15

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Saturday, August 8th from 10 AM – 11:30 AM – Learn Paint & Drywall Techniques. Usually held monthly in stores, kids ages 6 to 14 can build and binoculars. This site uses affiliate links. More free classes are offered during the week with their Music Mentor Series. Michael’s Fun Family Craft Time.

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