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Posts by Category: (Hints on Saving Time & Money)
2/6/2010 @ 1:39:11 pm by todaysbaker.com
Give it a new Purpose 14 The writer of this post (http://www.todayscountrymusicnow.com/2010/02/05/give-it-a-new-purpose-14.html) gives a list of tips on using old items for a new purpose. These tips were taken from the February 2009 issue of Real Simple magazine.You should take a look at the article and check out the other lists from Real Simple. I liked the one in this post about using cooking spray on a snow shovel. Thi...
1/19/2010 @ 1:41:28 pm by todaysbaker.com
How to Safely Install a New Hard Drive Do you need to add more hard drive to your computer? Well, if your computer is older than one year, you might consider buying another hard drive for more space on your computer. Do you realize that every time you download music, videos or pictures to your PC, it can take up to 1 GB of space on your hard drive?When you decide to add a new hard drive so that you will have more space, check out this ...
1/4/2010 @ 4:06:56 pm by todaysbaker.com
Uses Of Coffee Next time you brew a pot of coffee, start saving those coffee grounds. Coffee is used for many beneficial purposes. You can use coffee grinds around the house, in your yard and even on your skin.According to a recent blog (http://www.healthyjet.com/blog/2009/12/30/uses-of-coffee.html), coffee grounds have all sorts of uses. The one that amazes me is that coffee is very beneficial to your skin. The...
1/2/2010 @ 2:11:51 pm by todaysbaker.com
Stamp Collecting for Beginners If you've decided to begin collecting postage stamps, you may be a bit surprised by the amount of information out there. However, don't give up. Some simple tips can keep a beginning stamp collector, or philatelist, from becoming overwhelmed. Learning about this hobby, finding pieces for your collection, and taking proper care of your collection are all essential when it comes to stamp collecting ...
12/31/2009 @ 5:06:08 pm by todaysbaker.com
Money Saving Tips for Retired Seniors That long awaited retirement has finally come. Now that you are going to have to adjust, and get used to a whole different lifestyle, may seem a bit difficult. The thought of being able to come and go as you please, without a boss breathing down your neck, or the thought of not having to run your own business anymore, might seem like a wonderful lifestyle. But what do you do if you do not know how...
12/26/2009 @ 7:25:48 pm by todaysbaker.com
The Best Cleaning Products Whether you are cleaning your own home, work in a hospital or clean houses or offices for a living there are cleaning products out there that work better than others. Reading the labels would be the first place to start. Products with bleach have always been used in areas where disinfecting is a must, but now there are so many products that will do the same job without the bleach smell. Some produ...
12/26/2009 @ 3:16:08 pm by todaysbaker.com
A Few Dollars More Let's face it. We all need money. And we always would like to have more. We can get more money by working harder and being paid overtime. We can take on extra work. We can sell our products or services. Jobs are difficult to come by these days. But perhaps you don't want to take on another job or work extra hours. You just want a little extra money for a short period of time.Suppose you want an ex...
12/26/2009 @ 12:06:54 pm by todaysbaker.com
Tips for a No-Waste Holiday Season T'is the season for gift giving, holiday parties, family celebrations, special programs, concerts and worship services. This is also a time of the year when waste materials accumulate in our homes and most of us find it too easy to disregard the outcomes of holiday waste. Most all communities in the United States have recycling programs that provide great tips for making this a no-waste holi...
12/21/2009 @ 9:09:06 am by todaysbaker.com
How to Back Up your Browser Bookmarks With so many people learning how to log on to the Internet every day, there comes a time in each individuals computer literacy that a crashed computer causes us to want to know how to save those favorite websites so that we will always have them no matter what happens to the computer. Backing up this information is probably just as important to most as backing up the rest of their saved files is.T...
12/4/2009 @ 3:35:44 pm by todaysbaker.com
Unpacking With No Wrinkles If you are packing for a trip, you never want your clothes to be wrinkled when you arrive. Even though some hotels will have irons in rooms, who wants to have to do that on vacation. There's a recent blog (http://www.worldsbesttraveling.com/blog/2009/12/03/unpacking-with-no-wrinkles.html) that will give you tips for packing so there will be no wrinkles when you unpack. Doesn't that sound good?One ...
12/3/2009 @ 5:02:29 pm by todaysbaker.com
Easy Dinner Recipes (Part II) As I was browsing through the 10/6/2009 issue of Woman's Day, I found several easy ideas for making dinner in a hurry. Just pick up a few simple ingredients and you can put together a delicious meal in no time at all.These ideas are listed in two other parts -- Easy Dinner Recipes (Part
I), and Easy Dinner Recipes (Part III). Check out both posts and try
them all.Asian Chicken Stir-Fry -- Cut ch...
11/30/2009 @ 12:43:20 pm by todaysbaker.com
More Tips for a Healthy Lunch Yesterday, I found the article I had clipped from the October 6, 2009 issue of Woman's Day Magazine. I wanted to share it with those of you who are still working a regular schedule outside the home. It included some easy ways to make your lunch healthier, tastier, more filling and just plain better.Which is Healthier?** Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad vs. Veggie Pizza Slice **Go with the veggie pizza...
11/10/2009 @ 6:01:35 pm by todaysbaker.com
Adding a New Video Card Adding a new video card to my computer seems too difficult for me, but a blog (http://www.eastvalleycomputerrepair.com/2009/08/07/adding-a-new-video-card.html) on the Internet declares that you can master the process. The writer gives several factors for you to consider before you undertake the job yourself. But, it really can be done.The best practice is to read all the instructions before attemp...
11/9/2009 @ 4:13:28 pm by todaysbaker.com
Tips for Retirees A recent blog (http://www.retiredseniorsnetwork.com/blog/2009/11/06/tips-for-retirees.html) has several tips for cutting costs and managing your money more wisely. It was posted on a website for retired seniors, but it is valuable information for all people to consider. It seems like so many are getting hammered by inflation. And, maybe you have already heard that we need to take a hard look at al...
11/2/2009 @ 3:00:06 pm by todaysbaker.com
Buy Gifts during Sales The day after Thanksgiving traditionally has the best prices on merchandise. To save money, shop for Christmas, birthdays, and other celebrations the day after Thanksgiving. The downside is that everyone and their grandmother will be at the stores on this day. The crowds make the store atmosphere stressful; the lines are too long; but the deals are good.There's a recent blog (http://www.midlifemin...
10/28/2009 @ 3:32:59 pm by todaysbaker.com
Get Organized in No Time Flat
I found an article by Diane Benson Harrington in the July 7, 2009 issue of Woman's Day Magazine with some quick and easy tips on getting organized. Get in the habit -- Do a few small things regularly: Toss clothes in the hamper when you take them off, sort the mail as soon as it arrives, put items back in their proper place after use. Little routines -- even obvious ones -- do make a difference....
10/27/2009 @ 5:49:59 pm by todaysbaker.com
Holiday Stain Survival Guide I read a recent advertisement for OxiClean® Versatile Stain Remover that listed directions on getting out the tough stains that many of us experience during the holidays. The advertisement in the November 17, 2009 issue of Woman's Day® says that OxiClean® Versatile tackles over 101 different types of stains and is color safe and chlorine-free. A few of the recipes for removing stains are as follow...
10/27/2009 @ 1:57:24 pm by todaysbaker.com
Shopping for Ink Cartridges If you're responsible for doing most of the shopping in your household these days, I know how concerned you are about budgeting your spending. There is an interesting website that can certainly help us in making wise shopping decisions. You could just click on www.shoppingrite.com to begin browsing the site.There is an article on shopping for ink cartridges that is probably as valuable to you as i...
10/26/2009 @ 10:15:40 am by todaysbaker.com
Italian-Style Pot Roast in a Slow Cooker Ingredients:2 teaspoons minced garlic1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried oregano¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes1 boneless beef bottom round rump or chuck shoulder roast (about 2½ to 3 pounds)1 large onion, quartered and thinly sliced1½ cups tomato-basil or marinara pasta sauce2 cans (about 15 ounces each) cannellini or Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained¼ cup shredded fresh bas...
10/23/2009 @ 12:20:37 pm by todaysbaker.com
Coupons at Christmas The calender is showing me that it's near the end of October and time to prepare for the Christmas season. Have you been receiving in the mail lots of catalogs, special flyers and coupons for the upcoming holiday season? Well, if you have, you should read a blog (http://www.acomicallife.com/blog/2009/10/20/coupons-at-christmas.html) that I found on the Internet. The writer says to make sure that y...
10/21/2009 @ 10:02:48 pm by todaysbaker.com
Cornbread Stuffing with Sausage and Green Apples in a Slow Cooker Ingredients:1 package (16 ounces) honey cornbread mix, plus ingredients to prepare mix2 cups cubed French bread1½ pounds mild Italian sausage, casings removed1 onion, finely chopped1 green apple, peeled, cored and diced2 stalks celery, finely chopped¼ teaspoon dried sage¼ teaspoon dried rosemary¼ teaspoon dried thyme½ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon black pepper3 cups chicken broth2 tablespoons fresh chop...
10/14/2009 @ 11:00:55 am by todaysbaker.com
Crafting and Health Did you know there are many health benefits that one can obtain from engaging in crafts? Crafting has proved to be one of the ways for relaxation. To read more about the health benefits of crafting, go to http://www.craftingonabudget.com/blog/2009/04/19/crafting-and-health.html. According to statistics, at least one person in each American household has made crafting as their hobby. Not only is cr...
10/13/2009 @ 2:35:22 pm by todaysbaker.com
What is a Gray Googler? "Gray googlers" is probably a term that many of us have never even heard before. The internet is where the gray googlers were born. Gray googlers are elderly people usually in the retirement age group who are using Google ad sense advertisements on their websites to make extra income.In today's computer-generated world, we have many options available to us. But, many of us don't even know wh...
10/12/2009 @ 8:18:39 pm by todaysbaker.com
Other Uses for Coffee Filters Coffee filters -- who knew there were so many uses? And, you can buy 1,000 at the Dollar Tree for almost nothing. Or, there are probably hundreds of them stashed in the cabinet of the coffee maker at the office.1. Cover bowls or dishes when cooking in the microwave. -- Coffee filters make excellent covers.2. Clean windows and mirrors. -- Coffee filters are lint-free so they'll leave windows ...
10/6/2009 @ 2:50:09 pm by todaysbaker.com
Seeking Help With Decorating Are you thinking about redecorating your home? But it's hard to figure out where to begin, isn't it? Some people have an inner artistic flair and can make beautiful choices that make their home look like it belongs in a Better Homes and Gardens magazine. Others, unfortunately, don’t have that flair and need to seek professional help.To get help in choosing a professional decorator, check out the t...
9/29/2009 @ 1:09:19 pm by todaysbaker.com
Tips for Keeping Your Gardening Tools in Order What good is a tool when you need it if you cannot find it? You should have an area where you keep your tools such as a shed, basement or a garage. If you live in an apartment you may be able to assign a cupboard or closet strictly for your tools.A recent blog (http://www.perennialflowergardening.com/blog/2009/09/20/tips-for-keeping-your-gardening-tools-in-order.html) gives several suggestions on ...
9/29/2009 @ 12:48:51 pm by todaysbaker.com
Discount Travel Did you know that there are dozens of discount travel companies online? Or, have you already used any of these inexpensive companies to book trips?There's a blog (http://www.superdiscountprices.com/2009/05/01/discount-travel.html) that gives many tips on using these discount travel companies. There is information on several discount travel agencies as well as different modes of travel you might li...
9/29/2009 @ 11:27:24 am by todaysbaker.com
Cabinet Remodel Now might be a good time to remodel your kitchen. According to a recent blog (http://www.woodworkvoice.com/2009/09/23/cabinet-remodel.html), the current economic downturn isn’t all bad. You are now seeing lower prices to remodel your cabinets. And, vendors are offering free consultations, warranties, and deals in order to lure you into buying from them. The message in this blog is to do it now bec...
9/24/2009 @ 1:59:41 pm by todaysbaker.com
How to Safe Proof Your Home In today’s world of uncertainty, it is more important than ever to keep our children safe. On the KeepChildrenSafe’s website, I recently found several tips on how to keep your children safe. You can also post a question on this new website. You should also check out a recent blog on how to safe proof a home (http://www.keepchildrensafe.com/blog/2009/09/20/how-to-safe-proof-your-home-.html), as it ...
9/24/2009 @ 1:44:27 pm by todaysbaker.com
Quick Family Meals There is no excuse not to find your family a quick and tasty meal. Obviously, buying in bulk is considerably cheaper, so look for the big bags of pasta, teabags, and other dried goods at the larger supermarkets. These are usually quite cheap and will last you quite a while. Canned soup is always good for a quick lunch and while it's probably healthier to cook your own, it may not be cheaper. Th...
9/17/2009 @ 7:13:39 pm by todaysbaker.com
Information on Baby Walkers I've been a grandmother for nearly 20 years and haven't seen as many people using baby walkers as I did when I was a teenager. When I was babysitting in those teen years, many baby walkers were being used. I often wondered how useful they were and I often worried about the baby's safety.Now I'm reading about the concerns others are having about injuries and growth development. One of the false bel...
9/15/2009 @ 6:51:53 pm by todaysbaker.com
Types of Cameras for Landscape Photography Landscape photography can be a wonderful hobby or career, but can lead to great disappointment without the right equipment. I found an interesting post (http://www.landscapephotohobby.com/2009/07/03/types-of-cameras-for-landscape-photography.html). You need to check it out for a breakdown on the types of cameras and such for taking pictures of this beautiful land of ours. It sure is relaxing to wa...
9/15/2009 @ 2:52:04 pm by todaysbaker.com
Summertime Meals Even though summertime is nearly over for this year, I found a worthy blog (http://www.reverseages.com/blog/2009/09/11/summertime-meals.html) that offers tips for meals that do not require cooking over a stove which can make your kitchen hot. There are all sorts of refreshing salads like fruit, meat and vegetable, or lettuce salad. A cool, crispy cold salad really tastes good when the weather is h...
9/9/2009 @ 9:31:33 am by todaysbaker.com
Gifts For Kids There are many gifts for kids of all ages to fit everyone's budget. You need to set your price limit before you go to get that perfect gift for the special people in your life, especially the kids.Check out a new website called Today's Gift Site for suggestions that make great gifts for children -- http://www.todaysgiftsite.com/2009/09/02/gifts-for-kids.html. This site is amazing! It has tips and ...
8/20/2009 @ 8:52:54 pm by todaysbaker.com
Trouble Shooting Your Personal Computer I'm sure you will agree with me that personal computers can be your friend and worst enemy at the same time. Many people who use computers have no idea how they work other than that you press the start button and the computer comes on.To find out about the basics on what could cause problems with your PC, you need to read the blog (http://www.computerelectricalservices.com/2008/12/30/trouble-shoot...
8/17/2009 @ 7:43:49 am by todaysbaker.com
Getting a Passport This new website (www.WorldsBestTraveling.com) has lots of advice for the traveler or "wanna be" traveler. Check it out even you are an armchair-traveler and like to read about fascinating travel.Everyone wants to travel internationally but you cannot just hop on a plane and go. There is one important thing that must get done before you can travel anywhere you want. This important step is getting ...
7/19/2009 @ 12:47:58 pm by todaysbaker.com
More Canning Information
7/17/2009 @ 2:27:39 pm by todaysbaker.com
Canning Is Making A Big Comeback With home gardens coming back into vogue in a big way, thanks to a tough economy, it's no surprise that home-gardening's preservation partner, canning, is also staging a comeback.
Those who had experience with canning in years past now have a renewed interest. Others are expressing interest for the first time. Canning classes being offered have often filled up within days, causing an actual waiti...
7/17/2009 @ 2:16:51 pm by todaysbaker.com
Canning Tips Here are some important canning tips from the National Center for Home Food Preservation and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA):
** Have the guage on your pressure canner tested at least once a year.
** Using the proper technique from beginning to end is tantamount to preserving your foods safely.
** Use a pressure-canning method for low-acid food, such as meats, poultry, fresh...
7/10/2009 @ 2:43:00 pm by todaysbaker.com
Backing Up Your Outlook Data Email is a widespread way to communicate and Outlook is the most widely used email client. Outlook contains large amounts of information so, it's important to backup data to protect against losing important messages and information. Outlook lacks an internal backup feature; therefore, the process requires either the use of a backup software or a manual backup.For specific directions on making a ma...
7/10/2009 @ 1:24:45 pm by todaysbaker.com
Digital Cameras and Quality Photos Are you thinking about purchasing a digital camera? Have you recently purchased a digital camera? Or, do you have concerns about getting better quality photos from your digital? If you have these questions or other questions about photography, check out this post, http://www.photographyblogger.com/2009/06/19/digital-cameras-and-quality-photos.html.There are numerous types of digital cameras as wel...
7/4/2009 @ 8:05:34 pm by todaysbaker.com
Summer Gardening While the sunny summer heat will be making the tomatoes grow, it also can wreak havoc with plants, causing fast evaporation of moisture from the soil, and general drying of plant parts above the soil. So what can gardeners do to keep plants thriving and producing through the summer?Water, or rather the lack of it, is the main problem with wilting summer gardens. Check out the MyKindOfGarden websit...
7/4/2009 @ 7:21:57 pm by todaysbaker.com
Popular iTunes Downloads The popularity of digital music has grown tremendously over the past few years. This has made many people want their favorite music on MP3 players like iPods, which store thousands of songs. iTunes downloads are supported by Apple, which has developed a secure downloading site that has most of the popular songs from the hottest artists out now.Downloading iTunes music has become the way most peopl...
7/2/2009 @ 1:26:43 pm by todaysbaker.com
Crockpot Cooking Do you own a crock pot? It is a simply amazing way to cook your food, and you will find some amazing information on healthy eating at the HealthyNutritionAndWeightloss website.The blog on cooking in a crock pot will give you some good tips and even a recipe for making Chicken and Mushroom Fettuccini Alfredo. Go to http://www.healthynutritionandweightloss.com/2009/07/01/crockpot-cooking.html ...
7/2/2009 @ 9:55:30 am by todaysbaker.com
Saving Money On Clothing Every year the average American household spends in excess of $1,000 on new clothing. Clothing is a necessity that we as consumers must have. In a typical household, women on average account for approximately two thirds of the total amount spent on new clothing, and people in their forties and fifties are the biggest spenders. Shoppers who diligently plan their clothing needs and...
6/30/2009 @ 7:02:17 pm by todaysbaker.com
The Purpose of Pruning Plants The purpose for pruning is to shape a plant, keep plants healthy, or increase the production of flowers. Most inexperienced gardeners worry that the process will keep plants from blooming the present year. But, following some basic guidelines will help.Before you start pruning, it is best to observe your plants for the time of blooms. If there is need to rejuvenate plants, it would be best to prun...
6/30/2009 @ 5:33:23 pm by todaysbaker.com
Growing Perennials Are you just starting out in perennial gardening? If so, do not lose heart. Simply follow some easy steps and you will be on your way.Nearly every gardener grows perennials. These flowers require little care, reproduce each year, and can be found in many colors and varieties. The life spans of perennials are different, as well. Some last only a few years, while some come back for longer periods. T...
6/29/2009 @ 7:29:50 pm by todaysbaker.com
Backing Up Your Hard Drive Many of us rely on our computers for our daily activities. We also store our precious files, including family photos and important documents on them. These things should be kept safe. The best way to do that is by backing up your hard drive.There are basically three choices when planning to back up your hard drive. You can use one of the many programs offered to back up your hard drive. You can al...
6/29/2009 @ 2:22:47 pm by todaysbaker.com
Money Making Tips for Retirees Retirees generally have more chances to make extra money than the average person. First, they have the free time to pursue avenues of interest. Secondly, they have been on the planet a while and have a wealth of experience. Finally, they are stable and settled, and employers like that.One of the first ways retirees could make money is to get a job in a field that they are interested in. The great ...
6/25/2009 @ 8:20:15 pm by todaysbaker.com
Drying Flowers and Creating an Arrangement There is more than one way to dry flowers and the microwave method is the quickest and easiest. It saves time when compared to pressing which requires 2-3 weeks. Test the type of flowers you desire to dry first because some are more suitable to microwave drying than others. Drying flowers is both fun and simple. If you use the microwave method, you will be creating dried flower art in no time.For ...
6/24/2009 @ 3:07:51 pm by todaysbaker.com
Manicure Products Many people cannot justify spending the money for a manicure when they can very well do one at home for a fraction of the cost. One of the first items that you need is a manicure kit that contains a few items. Most manicure sets will include a pair of nail clippers, nail file, nail brush, cuticle pusher and also a cuticle clipper.Finding the right nail file can sometimes be tricky. Nail files are ...
6/22/2009 @ 5:28:34 pm by todaysbaker.com
Selling Your Quilted Goods In the world today, there are many outlets available to us for selling items. The Internet has opened an opportunity to sell quilted products, and if you take the time to do your research, you can take advantage of the opportunities.The online auction world is an excellent outlet if you know how to make it work for you. Becoming a successful seller is literally at your fingertips. It's a lot of wo...
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