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How to Make Paper Tassels We’ve all opened a gift that’s stuffed to the brim with tissue paper. Instead of throwing the paper away, put it to use with this cute tassel craft. All you need is tissue paper, scissors, wire, and some twine. Different shades of pink were used for this tassel garland to create an ombre effect, but feel free to get creative with colors. Use black and white, the colors of the rainbow, holiday hues, or whatever shades of tissue paper you have on hand....

How to Make Welting Follow the instructions below to learn how to make your own welting using cotton piping and upholstery fabric. The exact measurements for the piping and fabric will vary by project, so you might need to adjust as needed. For example, a larger upholstered item, such as a sofa, will require much more welting than a small upholstered ottoman. If you run out of welting halfway through your sewing project, remember that you can always make more and continue attaching it where you left off....

When styled, open shelving can serve as a pretty display for decor in your kitchen. But if you’re short on space, they can also be put to use for storage. Fortunately, it’s possible to have the best of both worlds when it comes to the heart of the home. Explore the following tips to learn how to store more on open shelving and make it look good, too. 1. Sneak in Storage on the Side of a Cabinet This open shelving solution works on the side of cabinetry or on a kitchen island....

Step 1: Trim Fat from Chops Keep dinner lean and free of unpleasant fatty bites by trimming visible fat from pork chops before cooking. Simply use a sharp knife to cut off excess white fat around the edges of the chops. Step 2: Dry and Season Pork Chops For the best sear and to help seasonings adhere to pork chops, pat the pork chops with paper towels. It seems like most recipes are improved by the addition of a little salt and pepper....

Use a roller with a medium nap to paint paneling. It should have a long enough nap to fill the vertical grooves in the paneling, but short enough to leave a smooth surface. We also advise using a roller with a large or adjustable handle. This will help you reach the entire span of the wall with ease. Once the primer has dried, finish it with two coats of latex wall paint....

Editor’s Tip: Keep amaryllis flowers out of direct sun and in temperatures between 55° and 70° F to help them last longer.

Most commonly seen in its white-flowered form, bacopa can bloom almost nonstop through the entire growing season. Though small, the white flowers cover the plant and act as a beautiful backdrop. The tiny green leaves are roughly heart-shaped and have a slightly serrated edge. The white blooms and green foliage mix easily in almost any plant combination. Where to Plant Bacopa Bacopa can be planted anywhere there’s enough light. Plant bacopa as a groundcover in gardens or containers where you want a splash of white among more colorful blooms....

Along with variations in weigela sizes, it comes in many foliage colors. Colors can range anywhere from green and gold to deep burgundy while showing a glossy finish. Shades of red and pink are still the dominant colors of weigela blooms, but new varieties have white and yellow options. Where to Plant Weigela Weigelas aren’t too picky on planting location, but full sun is best for the biggest flowers and deepest foliage color....

Step 2: Cut batting. Measure the entire width of the headboard, including the outer edges of each post (the batting will go around the posts, too). Next, measure the height of the headboard; double it. Cut a swath of polyester quilt batting (buy it at fabrics stores) to these dimensions. Step 3: Drape fabric. Drape batting over tension rod and posts, allowing it to fall evenly over the back side of the headboard....

1 3 ounce package cream cheese, softened 3 cup powdered sugar 1 cup marshmallow crème 1 teaspoon coconut flavoring

To Store Remove chocolates from ice cube tray. Place in an airtight container and store at room temperature up to 1 week or freeze up to 3 months.

The Ikea Buy Back & Resell service is available at more than 30 store locations around the U.S. from now through December 5, 2021. The initiative’s nationwide rollout follows a pilot program at the store’s Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, location, where 100% of the products brought in were resold, says Jennifer Keesson, the country sustainability manager for Ikea U.S. To participate in the program, you first need to be a part of the Ikea Family loyalty program, which is free to join....

Tips Spiralize the zucchini and place in a medium bowl. Microwave for 2 to 3 minutes, until tender.

Lady’s Mantle Name Origin Here’s a fun fact about lady’s mantle: It received its Latin name of Alchemilla because of its use in alchemy in medieval times. Morning dew was a prized ingredient for many alchemical recipes, and one of the main ways to gather early morning moisture was from the leaves of lady’s mantle where dewdrops had collected. Lady’s Mantle Care Must-Knows Lady’s mantle can handle a wide variety of soil conditions but prefers a slightly acidic-to-neutral soil....

1 pound bulk sweet Italian sausage 1 cup onion, chopped (1 large) ½ cup carrot, finely chopped (1 medium) ½ cup red sweet pepper, chopped (1) ¼ cup celery, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 pound roma tomatoes, peeled (if desired), seeded, and chopped (about 4 cups), or two 14.5-ounce cans diced tomatoes, undrained 1 6 ounce can tomato paste ½ cup dry red wine or beef broth 2 tablespoon snipped fresh basil, or 1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil, crushed 1 tablespoon snipped fresh oregano, or 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed 2 teaspoon snipped fresh marjoram, or 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram, crushed ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper ¼ cup whipping cream 2 tablespoon snipped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley