After our Thanksgiving Reenactment we made some Thankful Turkey Puppets so the kids could display some things they were thankful for this year. They were so simple to make and the kids have had a grand ol’ time playing with them saying “Gobble, Gobble”. We just used the kids cut-out handprints for the feathers, some googly eyes, a yellow triangle for the beak and I cut out a waddle from a red foam sheet....
The California Festival Tamale Lovers Should Know About Brent Hofacker/Shutterstock By Amberly Mckee/Nov. 29, 2022 9:34 am EST For tamale lovers living near Indio, California, this weekend is sure to be one for the (cook) books. From December 1 to December 4, people from near and far will gather to celebrate tamales — a Mexican food made with cornmeal dough and stuffed full of various ingredients and spices (per Mex Max)....
The facts of the famed Fenn Treasure Hunt are pretty well known. In 2010 Santa Fe, NM art dealer Forrest Fenn filled a chest with $2 million worth of gold and jewels, hid it somewhere in the Rocky Mountains and published a book and poem with clues to its location. Over the next decade tens, and maybe even hundreds, of thousands of people attempted to decipher the riddle to find it....
The Rarest Cheese You Can Find At Whole Foods Facebook By Amberly Mckee/Oct. 20, 2022 4:51 pm EST When you think of cheese, you likely know the basics: Swiss, cheddar, American, provolone … but did you know there are some cheeses that can only be found in specific places around the world? The most expensive cheese in the world is Pule — a donkey cheese that’s only made in Serbia’s Zasavica Special Nature Reserve (per Chef’s Pencil)....
When it comes to variety, it’s hard to beat the array that birds have on offer. They come in many shapes and sizes, yet despite this fact some birds manage to stand out even among this variety, and toucans are certainly one of them. These magnificent birds manage to stand out thanks to their large, colorful beaks, and this makes many people want to learn how to draw a toucan. If you would like to create some colorful, exotic artworks featuring this beautiful bird, then you’re in the right place!...
It’s a week before St. Patrick’s Day and we just had to get one more Rainbow Craft in. We love washi tape crafts at our house! I pulled out my collection from my craft closet and picked out one of every color of the rainbow in different patterns for our rainbow project. {This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. Read our Disclosure Policy for more information.} Supplies you will need for this project:...
After a long delay thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Olympic Games are finally coming to Tokyo this year. And now there’s a new way to mark the occasion: The Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Tokyo 2020. We recently featured an updated version of the venerable Seamaster 300, and the Tokyo 2020 edition combines the watch’s iconic mid-century aesthetic with unique design elements that reference this year’s Olympics. In order to view the video, please allow Manage Cookies...
Why Chinese Food Always Tastes Better At A Restaurant Natalia Lisovskaya/Shutterstock By Amy Bell/Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 9:34 am EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The Chinese food that you get in Chinese restaurants may seem simple, but trying to make the same dishes at home often yields disappointing results. Most of what you’re doing incorrectly at home boils down to using the wrong ingredients, tools, and cooking methods....
Why You Should Think Twice About Getting The Strawberry Shake At In-N-Out Tada images/Shutterstock By Hope Ngo/Nov. 1, 2022 10:00 am EST They’re advertised as being made “with real ice cream,” per In-N-Out, and one Redditor who said he worked at the fast food chain before said, “When I worked there 20 years ago it was just vanilla milk-like ice cream liquid (not frozen yet) from a cardboard milk carton type container....
Famous for its rugged landscapes, volcanoes, waterfalls, and impressive Northern Lights displays, Iceland is an ideal destination for outdoor lovers, and the country has been at the top of my bucket list for years. When I started planning my first trip to the remote island nation, I didn’t have any particular destinations in mind—I just knew I wanted to spend most of my time outdoors, soaking up the scenery and experiencing all the beauty the country has to offer....
8 Foods That Are Bad Luck To Eat On New Year’s DavideAngelini/Shutterstock By Jennifer Goldsmith AND Robyn Hunt/Updated: Dec. 19, 2022 11:11 am EST The start of the new year marks a time for beginnings and renewal, and for many of us, it represents a time for a clean slate. We begin a new diet, join a new gym, pick up yoga for the first time, and promise we’ll keep these resolutions going strong in order to achieve the longevity, health, and prosperity we are seeking in life....
(Except that I never had a swimsuit body to begin with, so that just makes it much easier to indulge. haha) I have been enjoying Oreo’s WAY TOO much lately! A couple months ago I made a delicious ice cream cake out of them and it’s been a downhill battle since then. It’s really just ice cream made to look fancy, but doesn’t it look YUMMY?? It is, trust me….That’s why I’m going to show you how to make this simple creation....
Are Watermelon Seeds Safe To Eat? Ekaterina Markelova/Shutterstock By Chase Shustack/Oct. 22, 2022 6:00 pm EST While the autumn season doesn’t exactly bring to mind eating slices of watermelon the same way summer does, a slice of fresh, cold, and juicy watermelon is always a healthy way to stay refreshed during any type of weather. But no matter when you enjoy watermelon, there’s always one minor problem that always comes with it: the seeds....
Bourbon mashbills are always dominated by corn—at minimum, 51 percent—with rye or wheat as the typical backing grains, and a little malted barley as well. Occasionally all four grain varieties might feature, or the mashbill may include malted rye or a specialty malt in addition to malted barley. But the latest bourbon from Basil Hayden incorporates a very unusual grain choice: brown rice. The new expression is called Basil Hayden Toast....
When you’re sleeping on the ground, you want a shelter that provides the highest possible level of comfort and convenience. Good camping tents offer both, but the specific kind of tent you need depends on how you’re getting to your campsite, how many people you’re camping with, and, of course, your budget. In order to view the video, please allow Manage Cookies Backpacking and bikepacking tents are designed for low weight and maximum durability, whereas tents for family camping and drive-in campsites usually come with cushy extras like multiple rooms and space for inflatable mattresses....
Deodorants have officially grown up, and there’s no reason to settle for the same old drugstore varieties anymore. Now, deodorants come in a wide range of contemporary botanical scents and, mirroring larger trends in personal care products, all-natural formulations, too. Instead of vague “cool sport” sticks, you can pick up a natural deodorant that incorporates ingredients like vetiver, eucalyptus, and sandalwood—and features packaging you might actually want to display on your bathroom counter....
Of all the various cultural celebrations around the world, few can claim to be as colorful and unusual as the Dia de los Muertos holiday. This name translates to Day of the Dead, and it originated in Mexico as a way to honor the dead. It is usually a vibrant event full of life and color, and that contrasts with the imagery associated with death. This event is now celebrated in many countries around the world, and learning how to draw Dia de los Muertos is a great way to show your appreciation for this incredible occasion....
Now that the summer is here, you can spend all the free time you have at the beach. One of the best things to do is lay out and enjoy some music. And while you’re at the beach, you would be wise to wear some sunglasses. You may not have thought to do this, but Bose has put headphones and sunglasses together to make the amazingly stylish and convenient Bose Frames....
We love fireworks crafts this time of the year at our house! HERE is our favorite from a couple years ago: While this one is my favorite, my toddler doesn’t have control over the glue that well just yet so I decided to improvise this year for her. I gave her a half sheet of black cardstock and some school glue and let her put dabs and lines where ever she wanted on her paper....
A lot of people are still stuck at home and will stay that way for the foreseeable future. In this summer heat, you wanna stay as comfortable as possible. Lounge about in comfort and style. And you can get both of those things for a great price when you pick up the Alfani Aldrich Loafers at Macy’s. Loafers are at the top of the list when it comes to comfortable footwear for me....
