Briar wood root and epoxy resin coaster - Woodturning

 Tools and materials I propose:LatheWood turning tools setChuck kitVacuum chamber kitBuffing kit Micro mesh sanding padsCaliper setI made this coaster out a scrap piece of briar root and clear epoxy resin. I think it came out too nice to use it as a coaster though. I really want to thank my friend and awesome craftsman and turner Fotis Kalovedouris for sending this...

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How to Grow Healthy Seedlings and Patty Pan Squash

 PLANT DOCTOR    What's Going On With My Seedlings?People have been turning to gardening in droves this year, and for one reason or another, they’re into growing their own food. A lot of new gardeners, though, are finding it difficult to either get those seeds to germinate, or keep those seedlings going.Here are some of the common problems:Seeds germinate...

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Enjoy Mulled Wine Jelly and Grow Cut and Come Again Celery

SPICE IT UPMulled Wine and Mulled Wine JellyAre you missing the Christmas spirit? In Australia it was mostly too hot around Christmas time to partake in mulled wine. Winter isn't that far away, and for some people, Christmas in July is a thing.That would include mulled wine.Right now though, you could make some mulled wine jelly to relive some of that Christmas cheer which...

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The Art of Fermentation: Just a Cabbage

 THE ART OF VEGETABLE FERMENTATIONHave you ever wanted to ferment vegetables but thought it was a bit too hard? Perhaps you’re an avid fermenter but need to know more. In this new segment I find out that it’s actually easy to start fermenting. Holly describes herself as an 'old fermenter.'Jokes aside, what's the first thing you need to know before you start fermenting...

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Saving Money on Food Away from Home

Prepared convenience food options and food from restaurants can be quick and also enjoyable, but may also increase the amount of money that you spend on food. Think about how often you eat at restaurants or buy convenience food rather than prepare meals and snacks at home. What are some of your favorite foods to eat on the go? Most of us enjoy eating out, and sometimes...

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Making a beautiful briar root wood sphere - Woodturning

 Tools and materials I propose:LatheWood turning tools setChuck kitVacuum chamber kitStabilizing resinBuffing kitForedom Woodcarving KitMicro mesh sanding padsThis is the most beautiful piece of wood I have ever worked with. It's a piece of briar root. I think the shape of a sphere really makes it's beauty pop out. I really want to thank my friend and awesome craftsman...

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Help! I Don’t Have the Ingredients for My Recipe.

Have you searched for an ingredient in a recipe then suddenly realize you are missing it? Or, at the grocery store to learn that the items needed are not on sale or available? If so, you are not alone. There are many ways for you to enjoy your favorite meals and recipes missing an ingredient. Swapping ingredients is a creative way to learn more about how to cook different...

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How to make a simple DIY bottleneck slide

 Tools and materials I propose:Rotary toolMicro mesh sanding padsDiamond Cutting WheelMask RespiratorIn this video I make a bottleneck slide using my rotary tool and sand paper. To cut the lowest part of the slide I used a piece of tape as a guide so I could cut straight. I then used a diamond cutting wheel on my rotary tool to cut the glass. I set the...

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