Recycling the Old Markers I started looking at other art teachers' blogs about a year ago to help me get more project ideas and other nifty suggestions. One thing that I have run across most recently is a way to 'make paint' using old markers. Initially I thought it was a crock. However, its the end of the year and I'm sorting through materials to toss so I decided to put this theory to the test. Can one really make liquid watercolor paint out of old crusty dried out markers? I did the following to find out: 1. 2. 3. 4. I'm quite excited to find a really green and cheap way to make liquid watercolors. In summation, I answer the question above with a victorious Yes!
Detox Foods | Detox smoothies Toxins-free for life Looking to increase your energy levels, to lose weight, get clearer skin, prevent premature ageing and to help preventing diseases? Then look no further! This 5 days step-by-step detox will help you implement long-lasting healthy habits that yields results. Price: $47 Price: $27 Smoothies are a great way to boost your fruits and veggies daily intake. Flat Tummy Rich in digestion supporting ingredients, this smoothie will help prevent bloating and digestive stress that can sabotage your tummy flattening efforts. 3/4 c. papaya 3/4 c. sliced peaches 1/2 pear, sliced 1 tsp fresh ginger 2 mint leaves Water to thin Skin Saver Antioxidants in berries are known to help to fight wrinkles and other skin ageing signs. 3/4 c blueberries 3/4 c pitted cherries 5 strawberries 1/4 avocado, peeled and pitted 2 tsp wheat germ (optional) 2 tsp ground flaxseed Water, to thin Peanut Butter Energy Booster This protein-rich and minerals-filled smoothie will give you long-lasting energy. Bone Lover
Chocolate Pudding Cupcakes with Strawberry Centers (Sweetheart Cupcakes) I made these for my boys (and my daughter, too - can't leave anyone out!) and they were ALL GONE within 20 minutes of me putting them on the table. Super easy to make, super delicious, and super cute when you cut one in half! Ingredients: 1 package cake mix, chocolate 1 package strawberries, cleaned and hulled 1 package pudding, chocolate Fresh mint sprigs,optional but awesome Directions: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. We call them 'Sweetheart Cupcakes' because I made them for my sweethearts, and because the strawberry looks like a little symbol of love...before they started to shove them into their mouths, that is. ;)
Trend: Rainbow Eyes - StumbleUpon Love color? Why not go one step further like these gorgeous Beauties and create a rainbow on your eyelids. Whether you take it all the way up to your brows or just stick with liner, bright, colorful eyes are a great way to brighten up a drab outfit. Elin T. Elin creates a stunning rainbow that shows off her beautiful eyes. Veronica M. Veronica tones it down with a sweeping eye liner. Lauren S. Lauren creates a vivid, sunset toned rainbow on her eyes.
How to make Chalk by Michelle Vackar, Modern Handmade Child One of our favorite outside activities at our home is drawing with chalk on the driveway. You can play hopscotch, four-square, and of course draw and create silly stories. My daughters and I were talking one day as we played hopscotch about how to make chalk and I thought to myself, let’s try it! What you will need: • Toilet paper or paper towel tubes • Scissors • Duct tape • Wax paper • Small bucket or disposable container to make the recipe • ¾ cup of warm water • 1 ½ cups Plaster of Paris • 2-3 tablespoons of tempera paint • Paper bag or a “mess mat” ** we made six tubes of chalk – we simply doubled the above recipe Step 1: If you are using paper towel tubes, cut each tube in half, so it is roughly the length of a toilet paper roll tube. Step 2: Cover one end of each tube with duct table to hold the contents within. Step 3: Cut as many pieces of wax paper as you have tubes. Step 4: Pour the warm water into your bucket.
Red Duck Curry With Pineapple And Lychees Recipe Step 1 Heat a little oil in a wok or large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add the curry paste and stir-fry for 1 minute. Stir in the chicken stock and coconut cream. Bring to a simmer then reduce the heat to low. Add the capsicum and cook for 2 minutes then add the pineapple and lychees and cook, stirring, for 6-8 minutes. Source Taste.com.au - October 2009 , Page 5 Recipe by Kate Murdoch Photography by Emma Reilly If you're using a curry paste you haven't used before, be cautious with the amount as the heat factor differs between brands.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies - Kitchen Travels We've all heard the saying, "life imitates art." But I think "life imitates cooking" is even more apropos. It goes something like this: you have a recipe. Except we all know recipes don't always turn out the way we expect them to, even when we think we've done everything right. These brownies are a good example. But on that day, it didn't. Life is like that. The good news is, in cooking and in life, we can always try the recipe again, tweaking and refining until we find what works. Chocolate Peanut Butter BrowniesInspired by Hershey's Cocoa (recipe) and Kitchen Sink Recipes (swirls) As I mentioned, on this last batch the batters turned out much stiffer than they have in the past. Chocolate Batter:1/2 cup (1 stick) butter or margarine, softened (plus extra for pan)1 cup granulated white sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 eggs1/4 cup each all purpose and whole wheat flours1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt Preheat oven to 350° F. Makes 16 brownies.
say YES! to hoboken: DIY: Tinted Mason Jars in Rainbow - StumbleUpon I’ve been experimenting with tinting mason jars to create a look like those old vintage ones that are difficult to find anymore in second hand stores. I think I’ve finally honed in on the perfect method. Would you like to see how it’s done? Check out the DIY here. Fill them with flowers, or illuminate an outdoor party filling them with battery operated tea lights or a strand of twinkle lights. copyright 2014 liz stanley // all rights reserved Homemade Bubbles In my house growing up, bubbles always appeared in our Easter baskets...along with kites, sidewalk chalk, and other "it's still too cold to play outside, but we really want you to play outside" presents. Our bubbles were usually gone by the end of the day, and that pretty much did it for store-bought (or bunny-brought) bubbles until the next year. Luckily my mom had a few tricks up her sleeve and, with some pipe cleaners and a little dish soap, she could make us disappear for awhile with a fresh batch of homemade bubbles. You'll need: 2 cups water 1/2 cup liquid dish soap 1/8 cup corn syrup large container for mixing Pour all the ingredients into a large container and shake it up. These bubbles worked great, although I noticed once the solution sat in the bottle for a couple of days, I had to shake it up to remix the solution. Abe loves bubbles. Of course, bubbles are even more fun when you have a friend to share them with!
Lick The Bowl Good How to make gumpaste roses by Back | Lessons | Gumpaste Cutters | Home | Lessons - gumpaste | Recipe-gumpaste You can enlarge these pictures General instructions: The highlighted links will take you to the necessary products. Color the gumpaste as desired. This tool is used for light veining while smoothing..3. Once entire rose is completely dried, dust using petal dust of a slightly deeper or contrasting color, to bring it to life. Gumpaste Roses Lesson 2 Tools, Rose petal cutters, Calyx cutters, Gumpaste, Petal Dust, Florist tape, Wire
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Cheddar Potato Scramble This eggy dish is a great way to use up any leftover potatoes you’ve got in the fridge. Snip chives over the top, or use fresh dill for an equally terrific taste. Ingredients 3 tsp olive oil, divided 1 small cooked Yukon Gold or white potato (about 4 oz or ½ cup), cut into ¼-inch dice ½ cup halved cherry tomatoes 2 large eggs 3 Tbsp skim or lowfat milk Salt and pepper ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 Tbsp snipped fresh chives Instructions Warm 1 tsp of the oil in medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Makes 1 serving. Nutritional Information 1 serving = 500 calories Protein: 1 serving Vitamin C: 1 serving Calcium: 1 serving Fat: 1 serving