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How to Build a Bird Feeder from Recycled Materials

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Build a bird feeder. Below are four quick, simple ways to build a bird feeder from recycled materials that you probably have laying around the house. Soda bottle and spoon bird feeder. You will need: Washed soda bottle. If you have used a large soda bottle, repeat this process on the other side of the bottle.

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10 Unusual Uses for Baking Soda

Saving With Shellie

True to it’s name, most of us probably use Baking Soda for baking. Here are a few of my favorite unusual uses for Baking Soda. Baking soda is a natural odor neutralizer. Just mix 1/8 teaspoon of soda with 1/4 teaspoon of water and apply directly to skin. This works because baking soda neutralizes stomach acid.

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How to Build a Birdhouse that Keeps Squirrels Out

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Here are some ideas on how to build a birdhouse that keeps squirrels out. This is why you need to know how to build a safe haven for the birds that the squirrels can’t access. There are lots of designs and patterns with instructions for building a birdhouse available online, many of them free.

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Build Memories and Spend Less on Your Grandchildren this Summer

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Spend less, and pry the kids away from those screens by doing some of these activities to build face time with yours. Build a campfire and tell stories, roast marshmallows and more. Build a bean bag toss game and award prizes to those who hit the hole. Today’s grand-kids are notorious for being glued to a screen.

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Mealtime Magic - Kick Off Your Party with These Super Snacks (and Cash Back)

Motherhood Moments

and for fans with a sweet tooth: Super Snickers Popcorn 4 quarts popcorn (about 1 cup kernels) 1 cup salted peanuts 1 cup salted butter 2 cups light brown sugar, packed 1 tsp salt 1/2 cup light corn syrup 1 tsp baking soda 30 fun size Snickers bars, chopped 3 oz melted chocolate chips · Preheat oven to 200 degrees. ·

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Make Homemade Cleaning Products with 3 Simple Items

Couponing 101

It can be used to clean nearly anything prone to build-up or calcification, including sink faucets, showerheads, bathroom surfaces, coffee makers, microwaves, windows, and dishes. You can even use vinegar in your hair to remove product build-up. Baking Soda. Want a more precise recipe?

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Natural Home Cleaning From Products Found In Your Home

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Try a half a lemon on your barbecue to get rid of build up and cooked on grease naturally. Vinegar makes a great substitute for unnatural window cleaners, polishes up tile really well, and can even remove build up from shower heads. Sugar is great to get rid of build up. Baking Soda. Baking soda is a fan favorite.

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