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You’ve experienced a toilet paper shortage in your lifetime! Imagine butter, white sugar, milk, and eggs being scarce or even unavailable. Mrs. Williams’ war cake recipe lets a baker do the impossible: cooking up something sweet despite World War II rationing with the art of substitution. I’ve modified her recipe slightly to add missing information. To make this recipe, you’ll need: - 2 cups of brown sugar* - 2 cups of hot water* - 2 tablespoons of lard* - ½ cup of raisins cut once* - 1 teaspoon of salt* - 1 teaspoon of cinnamon* - 1 teaspoon of cloves* - 1 teaspoon of baking soda - 3 cups of flour 1. Boil all the ingredients on the list marked with an * for 5 minutes until the mixture begins to bubble. 2. When the mixture is cold, add 1 teaspoon of baking soda dissolved in 1 inch of hot water and 3 cups of flour to it. 3. Bake in two loaves in greased bread pans for 45 minutes in a slow oven (325°F).
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When you look good, you feel good! Put some extra spring in your step by accessorizing your favorite looks with vintage button earrings that take just minutes to create. To make this project, you’ll need:
 2. Fill the buttonholes with 3 strands of embroidery floss in a contrasting color. Tie the threads behind the button to secure them and trim the ends.  3. Use a hot glue gun to attach the pad posts to the buttons. Add a drop or two of hot glue to the back of a button and press a pad post into the glue. Allow the hot glue 10 to 20 minutes to cool and set. Let the glue cure for a full 24 hours before wearing your earrings.  Say hello to spring with your new jewelry! Are you ready to kiss winter goodbye? Prettify your spring-cleaning ritual with some cute storage options. Create a personalized pouch with a bright, refreshing print to keep your life organized. To make this project, you’ll need: 1. Put a piece of paper inside the pouch to prevent paint from bleeding through both layers of the fabric as you draw on it. 2. Use a fabric marker to decorate one side of the pouch with pebble-like shapes, dots, and sprinkles all in the same color. Allow the paint to fully dry.  3. Fill the remaining space with similar designs in contrasting colors. Paint the reverse side of the pouch in the same way.  Try making this project with other painterly or abstract designs. Your creativity has no limits! In honor of Galentine’s Day, here are some snaps of gal pals having fun together from my vintage photo collection. These besties posed for this picture in the 1930s. Wide-legged pants were first worn by avant-garde ladies during the Roaring Twenties, mostly by celebrities. The lounge pants of the 1920s were pajama style and made of silky, opulent fabrics. By the 1930s, women everywhere sported more casual wide-legged pants. The marine style worn by the woman on the left came in vogue then. These friends enjoy a beach day in the 1940s. Women’s swimsuits of this decade were form-fitting and revealed the midriff, but still had straps.
Here’s to good times and forever friends! Say goodbye to your old jeans and hello to your favorite people with this speedy, fun project. These handmade Valentines are heartfelt and eco-friendly—now, that’s love! To make this project, you’ll need:
1. Trace the outline of a card onto a piece of denim. Cut out the rectangle of fabric that will cover the front of the card. 2. Iron the fabric to remove any wrinkles. 3. Use Tulip fabric markers to decorate the denim with designs. Let the paint fully dry.  4. Use a foam brush to spread a thin layer of Modge Podge Matte glue on the card’s surface. Apply the denim to the card and press it down firmly, smoothing the fabric as needed. Let the glue dry for about 20 minutes.  5. Trim any excess denim from around the card. Cover the edges of the card with Washi tape. Try doing this project with other types of fabric and a variety of paint designs to make cards that are perfect for any holiday or special occasion!
No matter what industry or sector you’re in or what your interests are, making small decisions to live and work sustainably is for you. On a visit to the Domes, you’ll learn a lot about botany and see some upcycling, too. In the Desert Dome, worn out work boots take on new life as planters. Even if you’re not on a shoestring budget, your succulents will feel right at home in your old kicks. Resolve to go green and if you have the chance, enjoy some leafy beauty at the Domes, too! 2020 has been an unforgettable year dominated by a global pandemic and instability, but the important thing is we’ve made it through these difficult times, one day at a time. Despite everything, there are always good and beautiful things to be thankful for in life. Sending positive vibes to your loved ones is nothing new. From my vintage paper collection, here’s my wish for 2021 for you: Happy New Year! Here’s to a full recovery and better times ahead!
You’ve made the effort to find the perfect present—now don’t forget about its presentation! This year make a holiday statement that is also sustainable with hand painted wrapping paper. With upcycle treatment, a humble grocery bag becomes merry and bright gift wrap that evokes wonder in all! All you need is acrylic paint in your favorite colors and a few household items to create these designs. 1. Fork it over! Use the tines of a fork to print the paper with chevrons in contrasting classic Christmas colors. Experiment with different color schemes and patterns.  2. Connect the dots. Paint the paper with dots, lines, and squiggles in navy blue or black. Add tiny pops of color with icy pastels. 3. Be a smart cookie! Dip your most beloved holiday cookie cutters in paint to print the paper. Once the paint has dried, draw in the fine details. Try creating your own designs or printing paper with other found objects such as seashells or leaves. It’s a wrap! If you have leftover paper, upcycle it into ornaments or gift tags.
Cold weather calls for all things cozy. Create a boho wall hanging with a driftwood or twig frame and cotton yarn to add seasonal comfort and texture to your space. Here’s how to make it: 1. Create a frame for your project. Using twigs or driftwood you’ve collected, tie or nail them together to create a frame. Yarn, embroidery floss, floral wire, or long, thin strips of leather make good ties. If you choose to secure your frame with nails, proceed with caution because driftwood has already been distressed by the elements and may crack.  2. Warp the frame. Tie threads that run vertically to the top and bottom of the frame. The warps will support your weaving.  3. Weave a design. One of the simplest weaving stitches is tabby weaving. Use this technique to fill the frame with yarn. 4. Make a hanging loop. Braid a length of yarn and tie it at both ends. Embellish it with knots at intervals. Attach the hanging loop to the frame with slip knots.  Your project is ready to enjoy! A dappled pebble, an iridescent feather, a solitary acorn—I’m always collecting tiny treasure that I come across in nature. When I found this piece of driftwood on the beach, I knew it would be perfect for a future project. Weathered, worn wood always makes me think of fall. If you can’t find a suitable piece of driftwood, a sanded scrap of wood would also work well for this project. To prep the driftwood, rinse off any remaining sand from its surface and let it dry. Lightly sand the driftwood so paint adheres to it. Outline where gourds and pumpkins will be in pencil. Paint them with gouache and acrylic paint. Draw in fine details with a Sharpie permanent marker. Finally, use super glue to secure a magnet to the driftwood. Another option is to create an ornament instead of a magnet. Drill a hole into the driftwood and run a ribbon through it to create an ornament.
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