Cloth Doll Ideas

I’ve always wanted to make a cloth doll for my little niece, #Na-Na but I just have the urged to slowly do it this week.

I have ideas coming from #Shelly of Gingermelon, you should visit her site. And because all of her creations were cute, I find it hard to make my own design! Harhar

For the doll’s face, I’m thinking of using fabric paints. Im just worried because I am still not comfortable with paint. Another option is to use colored pens. And the other is to hand embroidered the eyes and lips, which is very tedious.

I already made my patterns. I even pasted it on card board. I’m on my way now on tracing it on felt cloth. I dunno were to buy colored felt/wool cloth and synthetic fillings! L

Maybe I should test it first on jeans or old tshirt/blouses. What do you think?

Anyways, my colleague volunteered to buy the things I needed in Calamba. Hope to have my supplies tomorrow so I could start stitching!

Goodluck – to me!

By the way, I’m already done with my cloth name for my little bun! Will post it on my 35^th week of pregnancy J

 

Rainbow Loom STARBURST Bracelet

 

But when my niece Yahzee and my SIL Ruby introduced this craze to our family.. that's the only time when I got to personally see the bracelet.

Almost everyone is wearing loomband bracelet, with its colorful elastics and intricate weaving, i am convinced that everyone will be curious and will go ga-ga J

So when my kiddo sweetly requests a rainbow loomband kit – I quickly complied J

I bought a Class A Rainbow Loom Band Kit from a new found friend, Irene from Calamba. The Kit costs Php280.00 which includes a loomboard, 600 assored elastics and hooks. I really chose a class A kit because I know for sure na madaling magsasawa ang anak ko pag - weave although sabi nya naman na  marunong na raw syang gumawa ng loomband bracelet.

So I have no choice din but to learn the weaving process before I’ll give the kit to my kid.

My first try was a messed! Whew! I am actually trying to make a STARBURST loom pero di magkabit-kabit ang mga elastics! I got frustrated so I set it aside muna and decided to try again the next day.
But before that, I visited again the procedures on making a starburst loomband bracelet para makita yung mga steps na dapat ko pang i-improve.

And.. di ko talaga sya tinigilan hanggat hindi ko nakukuha ang tamang design! Tadaaaa!

My first creation – RAINBOW LOOM STARBURST BRACELET JJJ

 Have you tried making a rainbow loom bracelet?

Share it with us :)

 

Uses of Baking Soda

Baking soda is the shocking statement piece of the season. That lonely yellow box in the back of the refrigerator is the starting point for some smart budget beauty and style tricks

FACE SCRUB: A paste of 3 parts baking soda to 1 part water makes a gentle, unscented facial scrub.

SHAMPOO BOOSTER: Pour your usual amount of shampoo into your palm and add a pinch of baking soda to deep-clean your hair and remove product residue.

SUNBURN SOOTHER: Soak a washcloth in a solution of four tablespoons of baking soda dissolved in one quart of water, and apply it to the sunburned area.

TOOTHPASTE: Mix baking soda and hydrogen peroxide to make your own toothpaste, or brush with baking soda alone for a quick whitening boost.

MOSQUITO BITE SOOTHER: Make a paste out of baking soda and water and apply to your bites to calm irritation.

MOUTHWASH: Dilute a teaspoon of baking soda in a small glass of water, and use it as a non-alcohol-based alternative.

EXFOLIATING BODY WASH: Fill a sealable container halfway with baking soda, then add 10-15 drops of an essential oil and add water until you reach your desired consistency.

DEODORANT: Skip the harsh chemicals and use your fingers or a powder puff to apply baking soda lightly to your underarms.

HAND SOFTENER: Add 3 parts baking soda to 1 part gentle liquid hand soap to gently smooth your skin.

COOKING ODOR REMOVER: If you’ve been handling fish or chopping garlic, a paste of baking soda and water will neutralize the smell on your hands.

FOOT SCRUB: Fill a tub with warm water and dissolve 3 tablespoons of baking soda, then use a pumice stone to scrub.

MANI/PEDI: Dip your nail brush in baking soda to clean your nails and remove discolorations from old polish, as well as soften your cuticles.

DANDRUFF FIGHTER: Massage baking soda into the roots of your hair instead of shampooing for a couple of weeks to remove flakes and clean your scalp.

COMB CLEANER: Just like your hair, your hairbrush gets coated with oil and product buildup—cover them in a bowl of warm water and add a teaspoon or two of baking soda to clean, and rinse before using.

DRY SHAMPOO: Sprinkle baking soda a little bit at a time (too much and your hair will look white) and comb through to absorb oils.

RAZOR BURN CALMER: Add two tablespoons of baking soda to one cup of water and wipe onto legs to soothe irritation.

DETOX BATH: While you’re running a hot bath, add a half-cup of Epsom salts and a half-cup of baking soda to draw out toxins while you soak.

FOAMING BATH: Fill a Tupperware container with two and a half cups of baking soda, two cups cream of tartar, and a half a cup of cornstarch, and mix well, then add ¼ cup to your bath.

ITCH FIGHTER: Pour a cup of baking soda and one and ¼ cups baby oil into your bathwater during the winter months.

BABY BATH: Two tablespoons of baking soda in your baby’s bathwater will help get rid of diaper rash.

WINDBURN FIGHTER: Whether you’re snowboarding or jetskiing, paste of 3 parts baking soda to 1 part water will soothe redness and irritation.

JEWELRY CLEANER: Baking soda is a great fix for cleaning any jewelry without gemstones. For tarnished silver, apply a thick paste with 1/4 cup baking soda and two tablespoons water with a damp sponge and rub gently, then rinse and dry. For gold, cover the jewelry with a light coating of baking soda, and pour a little vinegar over it, then rinse clean.

FABRIC BRIGHTENER: Add one cup of baking soda to any load of laundry along with your regular detergent to boost cleaning power.

SHOE DEODORIZER Sprinkling baking soda onto leather shoes (like you would with tennis shoes) can harm the material, so fill the toe of a sock or a coffee filter with baking soda and leave in your shoes overnight to absorb odors.

DRAWER FRESHENER: Keep your pretty lacy things smelling fresh by sprinkling baking soda into your drawers, then cover with a paper drawer liner.

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DIY Arts and Crafts To Do List 2013

Here’s my DIY Arts and Crafts to do list before 2013 ends.

• Organized my kids medal (tagging and framing)
• Upcycle old jeans ( which I already have ideas and patterns to do)
• Have an at least one fun-art activity with my kids ( which I already have an idea )
• Make an indoor plant or wall plant
• Start my Mod Podge activity ( I already have the materials)  

I just need alot of extra time to accomplished all of those LLL

Apple Mango

It sure looks like a big apple but tastes like mango.

 

I’m not a fan of mango – indian mango, mangang kalabaw o piko.

Pero nung magdala sa opisina ang officemate ko – WOW! Ang laking apple mango!

Her dad has a green thumb! This apple mangoes were actually picked at their own backyard!

I like the blended colors or yellow green, orange, pink and magenta – juicy and fresh!

DIY: Old Jeans Makeover

I have quite a few pair of old jeans in my closet so i just cut them off and make some stylish jeans shorts! 

I had fun updating my old worn out jeans. Makes me feel better that i never ditch them.

Share also your interesting ideas to make a good use of your old jeans :)

DIY Old Blouse Headband

Thinking of a practical ways to your old blouses and tshirts?

I made this boho headband from my old blouse. It takes me like 20minutes to make one. No sewing!

Look what came out of it! :) 

Tadaaaa



I'll try to make tshirt necklace next time.

Tula: Mga Anyong Tubig sa Pilipinas

I have made an impromptu poem because my little Lemon needs a  tagalog poem on the different bodies of water in the Philippines. I humbly share my poem to all mommies - i know how it feels! LOL

Ang Inang Pilipinas ay pinagpalang totoo


Sapagkat naliligid ng Karagatang Pasipiko

Dagat Tsina, Celebes, Sulu at Mindanao

Sa hiwaga at ganda himig at tula nagagawa



Tayo na’t maglimayon

sa payapang ilog at talon

Ang Rio Grande sa Mindanao

tayo ay magsitalon



Bukal na mainit-init marami sa Los Banos ang tungo

Meron din sa Albay gayun din naman sa Camiguin

Kung gusto mu naman sa Samar at Leyte

Kipot ng San Juanico sigurado ang byahe.



Sa lawa naman kilala ang Lawa ng Laguna

daungan namn ng barko ang Look ng Maynila,

Di patatalo ang Pangasinan sa ating kasaysayan

Pagkat ang Lingayen Gulf panalo sa pagalingan.





Tayo na’t magliwaliw sa mahal kong Talon sa Pagsanjan

Dinayaro ng turista ditto sa bayan ng Laguna

Kuryente ay di probleman sa lugar ng Zamboanga

Sapagkat meron silang Talon ng Maria Cristina



Pilipinas na Perlas ng Silanganan

Regalo kang tunay ng kalikasan!

Extend Shelf Life of Fruits and Veggies

Most people end up throwing up to 14 percent of grocery items that they buy, mostly due to spoilage. Reducing wastage begins with proper storage.

Take in these tips to prevent spoilage of your fresh market purchases! 

Segregate. Do not store fruits and vegetables together. Fruits emit a gas called ethylene, a ripening agent that can prematurely spoil veggies near it. 

Keep some in the fridge, some on the counter. Some fruits, like avocados, tomatoes, mangoes, melons, apples, and pears can be left on the kitchen counter to ripen (if they haven’t yet). But others—like bell peppers, grapes, oranges, and berries—will rot if you don’t keep them in the fridge.

Bananas are notorious for ripening right away, but once ripe, you can prolong their life by placing them in the refrigerator (the peel will turn black, but the inside should stay edible for up to two weeks). Unripe bananas should be stored on the countertop, as placing them in the fridge will stop the ripening process.

Don’t wash them. At least, not right away. Keep the stems intact, and only wash the fruits and veggies when you’re ready to use them. Washing can damage the skin, causing a faster rate of decay.

Remove all packaging. Ditch the cling-wrap and sealed plastic bags. While they were stored that way in the supermarket, it’s important to remove them in order to let the fruits and veggies “breathe” better. Keeping them sealed will spoil them quicker. Don’t forget to remove all rubber bands and ties.

Give them some room. Don’t just throw in all your vegetables in the crisper—give them some room to breathe. The closer together vegetables are packed, the quicker they rot.

Freeze it! When you see veggies that are beginning to lose their freshness, pop them in a pressure cooker, then puree the cooked veggies, and put in ice cube trays. When frozen, transfer them to ziplock bags and mark the date when you pureed them. These will generally last up to six months, but it’s best to consume them before that (you can also do this with fruits, minus the cooking part). Alternatively, you can cook them in a vegetable broth and freeze the broth for later use.

Don’t buy more than you need. If you eat fruits daily by the crate, then by all means, buy crates of fruit at a time. If, however, your rate of fruit intake a day is just one banana or half an apple, it wouldn’t make sense to still buy fruits in bulk. Most of these will just end up as wastage. Plan your market trips accordingly to prevent an overpopulation of veggies in the fridge.

Shop according to a planned menu. Before you go to the supermarket, plan your menu for the week. Then buy only the fruits and vegetables that your menu asks for. This way, you can efficiently use up then replace your produce in your kitchen regularly.

Sweet corn
Use sweet corn as soon as you can—after harvest, it loses its sugar content quickly. It can still last from four to eight days in the refrigerator, but towards the end, sweet corn will already be starchy.

  

By Maui V. Reyes for Yahoo! Southeast Asia | Consumer Tips : Smart Shopper – Thu, May 16, 2013 12:07 PM PHT

How many times have you ended up throwing away produce from your fridge?