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Gabriel has worked as a commerce writer since 2021. His stories have been published by multiple digital publications.He has also worked as a narrative writer, graphic designer, and illustrator.A poet and writer of fiction, Gabriel’s personal work has also appeared in numerous publications and zines. His first book of poetry was published by Paradigm Publishing in 2021. My Origami Pour Over makes an incredible cup of coffee, day after day. Even after a year of use I find myself struck by its attractive design....

Types of Corn There are many different types of corn, including flour, flint, sweet, pop, and dent. Corn comes in a variety of colors, shapes, and sizes. You can even find varieties with blue, red, and even multi-colored kernels. However, not all types of corn are edible; some are just grown for decoration. For example, flint corn that was once grown by Native Americans for food is today typically only used for decorative purposes....

From the quiet Midwest suburbs to a big city in the South, these homes range from 3,000 square feet to almost 5,000. They all have at least three bedrooms and four bathrooms, but each comes with unique amenities. The first home features a climate-controlled walk-in wine cellar, while the second house has a large game room with a putting green where you can practice your swing at home. If you’re big on entertaining, you might opt for the third home, which has an enormous patio with a stunning view....

How to Make Banana Bread If you’re a beginner, our tried-and-true banana bread recipe is a great place to start. Follow our step-by-step instructions to make banana bread whenever a craving strikes. It’s also a banana nut bread recipe, but if you’re allergic to nuts or don’t like them, leave the walnuts out of the batter and skip the streusel-nut topping. Step 1: Roast Bananas and Prepare Pan Preheat the oven to 350°F....

Kringle tastes best within a few days of baking, but it freezes well too. Wait to ice it until after defrosting or the powdered sugar glaze can get a bit sticky. For Shortcut Danish Pastry Dough, in the bowl of a food processor fitted with an S-blade combine the flours, granulated sugar, the yeast, and salt. Pulse several times to blend. Add the cold butter cubes and pulse 15 to 20 times or until the butter chunks are broken down by about half....

How to Get Ink Out of Canvas or Linen Clothing To remove ink stains from washable linen or canvas, test rubbing alcohol on an inconspicuous spot to ensure it won’t damage the fabric. Then place the stained area facedown over the mouth of a jar or glass, holding the fabric taut so the ink spot won’t spread. Drip rubbing alcohol through the stain. The alcohol will pull the ink along as it drops into the jar....

As someone who has planted multiple yards in clover, I’m here to tell you that this much maligned plant is actually one of the best grass lawn alternatives out there. This tough perennial plant has a long list of pros, including the fact that it doesn’t require as much care as grass to look green and gorgeous. Here’s what you need to know to plant and grow your own clover lawn....

Pegboards can be as big or small as you need them to be, so if your space is limited, just cut the board to the appropriate size for the area. This makes it easy to add a pegboard to your basement, workshop, garage, garden shed, or anywhere in need of additional storage. Use this guide to find out more about pegboard materials and learn how to hang pegboard on your wall....

What Is Self-Rising Flour? Self-rising flour is a combination of all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. How To Make Self-Rising Flour It’s easy to make your own substitute at home. Here’s our Test Kitchen’s easy method to make self-rising flour: For every cup of self-rising flour, substitute one cup of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon baking soda. There are self-rising flour substitutes that simply call for one cup of all-purpose flour, 1½ teaspoon baking powder and ½ teaspoon salt....

Part of the fun of making apple pie is it allows you more flexibility than the standard frozen pie you’d buy. Do it yourself, and you can customize with your pick of our apple pie filling ideas, use your choice of apples, and choose your favorite crust. We’ll walk you through all the totally doable steps of making homemade apple pie. Just be sure to have the vanilla ice cream ready for all of the a la mode action....

How to Make Rice Pudding with Leftover White Rice Traditional rice pudding cooks in a mix of water and milk, which helps make it super creamy, and helps the rice become soft and flavorful. When you’re using leftover rice from the fridge, it can be a little dry, but since it’s already cooked, you don’t want to re-cook it in water and milk, because it could turn to mush. A great way to give the rice lots of flavor and creaminess without overcooking is to use your slow cooker to make rice pudding....

If you think the materials list is simple, check out our easy step-by-step instructions to make your own wreath in just minutes. Then you can display your finished creation all spring long—this front door decoration is a cheery way to welcome guests. How to Make a Tulip Wreath Supplies Needed 18-inch wire wreath form8 yards of 2-inch ribbonScissorsHot-glue gunHot glue20 bunches of mini tulipsFlorists wireWire clippers Step-by-Step Directions Follow these easy instructions to make your own artificial flower wreath....

It’s easy to understand why people are so passionate about bearded irises. This very diverse group of plants offers gorgeous flowers. In addition to their long bloom time, bearded irises come in an incredible variety of colors and patterns. These plants get their name from a patch of soft bristles on the lower petals of the flowers. Where to Plant Bearded Iris These hardy perennials flourish in USDA Zones 3-9, where winter temperatures dip below freezing and let the plant go dormant before next year’s growth....

Oven-Going Meat Thermometer An oven-safe meat thermometer goes into any size or cut of meat (whole turkeys, roasts, chicken breast, you name it!) before roasting or grilling. This type of thermometer can remain in the meat while roasting in the oven or cooking on the grill. To use a leave-in meat thermometer: Insert the thermometer at least two inches into the center of the largest muscle or thickest portion of the uncooked meat....

1. Take Stock The end of the growing season is the perfect time to assess the perennial garden. All the successes and challenges will be fresher in your mind than next spring, when your memories of the previous season may have faded. Look with a critical eye, pairing your vision for the space with how the plants are growing. Which perennials thrived? Which ones struggled, and can any of those plants be moved to a better spot?...

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The Nordic Ware Harvest Leaves Bundt Pan is a fall must-have if you’re a regular at making coffee, carrot, or pumpkin cakes this time of year. It’s made from cast aluminum with a nonstick coating to evenly bake cakes up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. The 9-cup capacity feeds a crowd, and you can easily hand wash the pan after serving. Note: It’s recommended to brush the pan with butter or shortening, and top with flour or cocoa powder before baking to ensure the design comes out clean....

To see what all the hype was about, we decided to give it a try. I signed up for several different services, each one with my apartment-size living room in mind. The steps are about the same for each service: Create a profile with a design style questionnaire, send photos and measurements of the room, and work with a designer to piece together a 3-D layout of the space. Price points and design packages vary, as does the quality of the service....

“The process of making tea should be beautiful, a moment for mindfulness and self-care, and using a tea infuser can add depth to the experience of preparing your pot or cup,” says Steve Schwartz, founder, CEO, and master tea blender of Art of Tea. To find the best tea infusers, we researched a variety of picks, keeping in mind each style’s capacity, material, and care. We also consulted Schwartz for additional insight....

For many, tossing items in the dryer is almost an autopilot task, yet it directly impacts the longevity of materials in our homes. “Clothing is a big investment, and being able to take care of that investment is something that is very important,” says Shawn Ashby, Whirlpool laundry brand manager. If you haven’t shopped for dryers in a few years, buying a clothes dryer might feel a bit overwhelming. Today’s dryers are more sophisticated than even five years ago, and they offer many new and powerful features....