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If you a regular here at I Heart Crafty Things you are sure to know how fascinated I have become in the past year with using newspaper for crafting. Not only is it such a versatile medium but I love the mixed media and textured look of the projects we have created with newspaper. This newspaper hippopotamus craft we are sharing today might be a new favorite. After seeing how absolutely adorable it is you wouldn’t believe how simple it is to create, but really, it’s simple....

Jon Taffer Was Never The Same After Bar Rescue Gabe Ginsberg/Getty Images By Rachel Kiser/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 12:04 pm EST There are many ball-buster reality TV show hosts on the air today. Food competition show hosts, like Gordon Ramsey and Robert Irvine, mop the floor with people’s tears and almost seem to be fueled by the chaos of a poorly-run restaurant. However, nothing and no one compares to Jon Taffer, host of “Bar Rescue....

It’s hard to ignore the impact that Star Wars has had on our culture and media. With 9 films and countless books, TV shows, toys, video games and more, Star Wars has certainly taken over our planet! There are so many recognizable elements in the Star Wars universe, and one of the most iconic is the lightsaber. This simple yet very cool-looking weapon is something many fans wish they could own in real life!...

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner guys. There’s a lot we gotta do to make sure the day is just right for our loved ones. And one of those things we gotta do is get her a good gift. Something beyond flowers and candy. You gotta do something special. And in our eyes, the Bulova Crystal Accent Gold-Tone Watch and Bangle Boxed Set is very special. Getting your loved one some jewelry for Valentine’s Day is a time-honored tradition....

Looking for a fun craft to make with the kids this week for Shark Week? I’ve got you covered! This newspaper shark craft for kids is amazingly simple to make and is great for kids of all ages so it makes a perfect activity for the whole family. Plus, it only requires a few supplies to make so you probably already have everything you need on hand for the activity. When everyone is finished with their shark craft, hang them up on display and enjoy how custom each shark’s personality is just like each person in your family....

This article was produced under a grant from the Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund, administered by the U.S. Coast Guard. If you spend much of your free time paddling, you know safety is paramount. When you’re on the water, a few fundamentals apply to every paddler, no matter where you are or how much experience you have. Paddling Safety 101: Alcohol and Boating Don’t Mix Read article The best practices are also the most simple: Wear a life jacket, don the proper outerwear for the water temperature, never paddle alone or impaired, and always check the weather forecast before you launch....

Popcorn is a very simple food on the surface, as it is pretty much just corn that has exploded. Popcorn has come to be an iconic treat to enjoy at the movies, and it has come to symbolize the act of enjoying a film. Movie and snack enthusiasts alike will be happy for the opportunity to learn how to draw popcorn so that they can celebrate this movie icon! This guide you’re about to go through will show you how to recreate this favorite food....

We love disruptors, and Samsung is leading the charge on reshaping the way tech fits into your life. Function is always implicit with housewares—but form? Hit or miss. That’s why the Samsung Bespoke Jet Vacuum is such a novelty in the category. Rather than being stashed away in a closet, Samsung designed a cordless vac worthy of being put on display. In order to view the video, please allow Manage Cookies...

This article was produced in partnership with Polo Ralph Lauren The notion of the California surfer conjures up a very distinctive image—and it usually looks something like Sam Mellows. He’s a native of San Clemente, CA (home to many iconic breaks), and it’s not just his calm, cool persona that gives him a surfer’s vibe. He’s an avid waterman and a surfboard shaper, too. Mellows describes his passion for surfing as a “spiritual, almost romantic relationship....

Halloween is one of the most unique holidays of the year. While most holidays are bright and cheerful, Halloween is all about making things a bit dark and spooky, and there are several telltale signs that the spooky season is near. One of the most common Halloween signs is the sight of creepy jack-o-lanterns on porches and in gardens. While it can be fun to make one, it can also be a lot of fun to learn how to draw a scary pumpkin so that you can design your perfect one!...

This article is an installment of The Everyday Warrior series, a recurring column by retired Navy SEAL, best-selling author, and founder/CEO of ATTA, Mike Sarraille and edited by Jack Haworth, featuring advice, key interviews, and tips to live a life of impact, growth, and continual learning. “I like to prove people wrong,” says Dean Stott, British Special Forces veteran and Guinness World Record Holder. “I don’t see the point in arguing with people until you’re blue in the face....

There are many varied and interesting creatures down in the depths of the ocean. Some are big and some are small, and there are many different shapes and colors to behold as well. The starfish has one of the most distinctive body shapes of all the creatures in our oceans, and while they may look simple it can be challenging to learn how to draw a starfish. Luckily, when you know what to do then drawing one of these incredible creatures can be a breeze!...

Call it a comeback. The Ford Bronco two- and four-door SUVs are finally here, rolling off the line in Wayne, MI, heading to deliver 4×4 love to the first of the customers currently in line for one. It’s been a long wait: The last time we had a 4×4 Bronco was model year 1996, and Ford has been teasing a boxy, retro reboot of the off-roader since 2004. But last week in Austin, Texas, Ford finally turned over the key-fobs and let us have a go of it, both on the streets of the Texas capital and over miles of tough Hill Country trail....

Having great technology at our fingertips has made it a lot easier being not only a music lover but a music maker, too. For a relatively low price, you can pick up all sorts of gear to turn your home into a personal recording studio or a creative space for learning and playing music. And whether you want to make your home studio look and sound like the pros or you’re looking for an interesting new way to learn to play the guitar, you need to pick up the new Spark Pearl –– The Guitar Practice Amp Of 2021 from Positive Grid –– right now while the getting is good....

The Austin Gas Station That’s Actually A Food Destination CHARAN RATTANASUPPHASIRI/Shutterstock By Allison Lindsey/Nov. 5, 2022 2:00 pm EST Austin, Texas, is a premiere destination for Southern cooking. Whether you’re stopping at one of the city’s many food trucks, drinking a margarita on a Tex-Mex patio, or enjoying vegan comfort food, the central Texas metropolis is a hot spot for unbeatable dining experiences. But if there’s one food that Austin does best, it’s barbecue....

The Dinner Roll Hack You Need This Thanksgiving Masa44/Getty By Sam Watanuki/Nov. 15, 2022 8:04 am EST On Thanksgiving, the turkey is usually the star of the show. But let’s be honest, everyone knows that the real stars of the meal are usually the side dishes for Thanksgiving. What’s Thanksgiving without the stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, green beans … the list goes on and on. And, of course, no Thanksgiving feast would be complete without a basket of warm, fluffy dinner rolls....

Produced in partnership with G-Shock. When designing the GBDH1000, G-SHOCK had one goal in mind: Create a performance-ready watch that’s tough enough to handle workouts in the most brutal conditions. And that makes it ideally suited for firefighter Mike Calderwood, Chief of the Carlsbad Fire Department in southern California. From battling wildfires in steep mountain terrain to rescuing people from burning buildings, he and his team place their bodies on the line with every 911 call....

The McDonald’s Happy Meal Wall Is Zapping Instagram With Nostalgia Facebook By Cynthia Anaya/Dec. 20, 2022 12:14 pm EST They don’t call it a Happy Meal for nothing. McDonald’s has been making kids and adults smile with its little boxed meals and toys since 1979, according to Quality Logo Products, Inc. You probably have vivid memories of the anticipation you experienced as a child when you opened the box to see which toy you got....

When it comes to holiday shopping, you need to know what each person in your life likes. A lot of men in your life can fall under the descriptor, “Sports Fan”. And if you got a sports fan in your life, there are a lot of options you can pick up. But for our money, one of the best gifts you can get them right now is the Mark Messier Gift Box from CollectibleXchange....

You’ve come here for the Jonathan Taylor workout because, while he’s one of the larger running backs in the league, what really makes him a weapon is his explosive power. In order to find that edge, Taylor relies on his trainer Adam Boily at The System 8. Together, they like to shake things up in the off-season (read about his unorthodox cold-weather training here), but also get some gritty lifting sessions under the 226-pound, record-smashing running back’s belt....