I want to talk about growing up with burden of acne. I frequently receive comments and private messages about kids being bullied for having acne, this is not right. Everybody is beautiful in their own way and you should never let the haters put you down! Love yourself =)
Hi dolls! This is a video I uploaded to share the secret of how to cover deep pitted acne scarring without caking on the makeup. This is good for girls and guys! As this technique is light coverage with a little extra on affected areas. Using the makeup sponge is key to this technique. Enjoy :)
Of all the places you'd think to check for bed bugs, I doubt that library books would be at the top of your list. As odd as it sounds, though, libraries and library books are some of the most common places for bed bug infestations. Libraries all over the country have reported bed bug problems this summer, and some have even had to temporarily close to take care of the problem. But before you vow to never set foot inside a library again, here's a little primer on how to check your books for be...
This video shows soccer goalies how to practice half volley drills with a partner. If you don't have a partner you can use a wall.
Taco Bell's in the news for umpteenth time, and today the controversy is over their infamous beef taco meat. Gizmodo leaked a picture of Taco Bell's "Taco Meat Filling" and surprise, surprise— it's missing a lot of the "meat" that it claims in its advertisements. Taco Meat Filling Ingredients
If you loved The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown, then listen up— there's been a new discovery found hidden within Leonardo da Vinci's most famous painting— the Mona Lisa.
In this tutorial, we learn how to use Ramen noodles to make a gourmet salad. You will need: chicken breasts, bacon, dried beef, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, and sour cream. First, preheat your oven to 350. After this, grab your chicken breasts and wrap a piece of bacon around each piece of chicken. When finished, mix up the soups and sour cream and then pour it over the top of the chicken in a casserole dish. Place this in the oven and cook for 45 minutes to 1 hour. Now, coo...
In this tutorial, we learn how to make lemon bars. First, add in 2 c flour, 1/2 c powdered sugar, and 2 chopped up sticks of butter into a large bowl. Then, mix all of these together with your hands. When finished, pour this into your baking dish and push it down on the bottom of a 9x13 pan. Now, bake this in the oven for 15 minutes until it's golden brown. From here, you will make the filling by combining 4 eggs and the zest of a lemon. Now, add the juice from two lemons into the bowl and mi...
Tired of the same old sandwiches for lunch. This Cuban sandwich is different and everyone will be asking you for the recipe.
In this tutorial, we learn how to make authentic Vietnamese egg rolls. Ingredients include: 1 lb ground pork shoulder, 1 whole shredder carrot, 1 diced onion, 1 diced garlic clove, 2.5 oz black fungus, 2.5 oz glass noodles, 3 tbsp fish sauce, 3 tsp mushroom seasoning, 3 tsp white sugar, 2 tsp scallions, 1 bottle of beer, 1 pack of egg roll wrappers, and vegetable oil for deep frying. First, place noodles and fungus in warm water for 10 minutes. Next, mince the fungus and chop the noodles into...
In this tutorial, we learn how to cook a deboned turkey in a small oven. First, take out the sack of guts and the turkey neck from the turkey and place in a large pot full of water. When finished, cut the turkey open with a sharp knife, then remove the breast plate and ribs. Then, remove all the bones and parts you can find on the inside of the turkey by cutting gently and pulling the good meat gently away. Once you have cut all of the bones out of the chicken, you can start to cook the turke...
In this tutorial, Chef Jason Hill teaches us how to cook tilapia. Tilapia recipes can range depending on what kind of food you want. Tilapia is a fresh water fish with firm white and flaky appearance. To begin, toast 1 c of cornmeal for 2-3 minutes over medium heat. After this, put the mixture into a casserole dish and then make your pepper topping. Set your pan on medium-high and place 2 tbsp olive oil along with bell peppers, pasilla, and red peppers that are chopped. Then, stir in 1/2 c wa...
Go above and beyond tea bags and enjoy the spicy taste of a chai tea latte. It's a combination of spiced chai tea with milk that's usually steamed from an expresso machine, but there's no reason to get all fancy with your chai. This video will show you how to make some flavorful chai tea lattes without special equipment. You can easily adjust the spices to suit your taste buds.
In order to recreate Victoria Secrets inspired waves and makeup for Valentines Day, you'll need the following: eye shadow, lipstick, false eyelashes, highlighter, mascara, eyeliner, liquid eyeliner, base, a bronzer, a wave enhancer, rollers, a volumizer, shampoo, condition, and a blush.
In this video, we learn how to make vegetarian Oriental Shumai. You will need: 1/2 c onion, 1.5 c chopped Napa cabbage, 1 tbsp minced garlic, 1/4 c grated carrot, sesame oil, 1/4 c chopped green onion, 2 tsp grated ginger, 1/4 c chopped water chestnuts, 3/4 c bulgur wheat, 2 tbsp cilantro, 1 1/4 c water, 1 tbsp hoisin sauce, 1/2 c teriyaki marinade, and wonton wrappers. First, sautŽ the onion and garlic with 1 tbsp sesame oil until tender, then add in ginger and sautŽ for 1 min. Next, add in ...
In this video, we learn how to make General Tso's chicken. You will need: 4 chicken breasts, 4-6 garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped ginger, 1 tsp dried chili flakes, 2 eggs, 1/2 c flour, 1.5 c cornstarch, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/2 c hoisin sauce, 1/4 c vinegar, 1.5 c water, 3 tbsp sugar, 3 tbsp soy sauce, and 2 tbsp cornstarch. First, combine 2 tbsp cornstarch and sugar with soy sauce, then add in vinegar, water, and hoisin then mix together. Next, pour 6 tbsp of this over your chicken, then let si...
In this video, we learn how to make stuffed green bell pepper cups. You will need: 1 lb ground minced beef, 6 green bell peppers, 1 c cooked rice, 2 (8 oz) cans tomato sauce, 1/2 c chopped onion, 1/2 c chopped celery, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, 3 small tomatoes, 8 oz cheddar cheese, and parmesan cheese. First, cut the top off the peppers and remove the insides. After this, remove the center from the tops and then chop them into small pieces. Now, boil a pot of water and add the whole bell peppe...
In order to re-create Nene Leake's glitter eye makeup look from the Real Housewives of Atlanta, you will need the following: lipstick, blush, false eyelashes, eye shadow, primer, foundation, tape, powder, glitter, eyebrow pencil, lip gloss, lip liner, and black eyeliner.
In order to prepare Caciotta Fritter Pastries, you will need the following ingredients: aged caciotta, 3 eggs, 2 T Parmesan Reggiana, salt, course ground pepper, flour, butter, water, baking soda, and olive oil.
In this tutorial, we learn how to make a simple homemade apple pie. First, to make the pie crust combine 2 c flour, 1 c shortening, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 c cold water. Mix together then refrigerator. Next, roll our your dough after 20 minutes in the fridge and place into a pie tin and leave the top crust for later. Now, peel your apples (14 of them) and then cut them into thin slices. After this, sprinkle lemon onto the apples to stop them from browning. Now, place the apples into two large ski...
In this video, we learn how to cook a deep-dish pizza at home! You will need: 3/4 c water, 1/2 pack yeast, 1 lb flour, 2 tsp salt, 1/2 c corn oil, 2 tbsp olive oil, and yellow food coloring. First, pour the warm water in with yeast in a large bowl with a few drops of food coloring. Stir this up and let it sit up for a few minutes. After this, add in the flour, salt, and oil. Now stir until dough is formed into a bowl, then set timer for 2 minutes while you knead. After this, place the dough i...
Making your own barbecue sauce can be fun. It doesn't take long to prepare and each batch by adding different ingredients will have a different taste. The sauce made today is called #93 by Pit Master Matthew Whiteford. Put a large pan on the stove with no heat on. In the pan put 2 1/2 cups of ketchup. Add 1/2 cup of molasses, 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup of water, 1/4 cup of honey and a splash of whiskey. Now turn the heat on the stove to medium and add the rest of the ingredients: a ...
In this video, we learn how to make homemade macaroni and cheese. First, bring a big pot of water to a boil and cook 3 cup of macaroni for 8 minutes. While the noodles are cooking, add in 1/2 cup butter into a saucepan and melt. Now, whisk in 1/2 cup flour, 2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper, and 1/2 tsp of dried mustard. Cook this for one minute, until the raw flour is cooked out. Keep whisking constantly and when finished gradually add in 4 cup of milk. You can use whatever milk you prefer, and kee...
Homemade French fries! They are the best. You will need: russet potatoes, canola oil (good because it can get hot and not smoke}, cooking thermometer, deep fryer or a pan or skillet that will hold 3 to 4 inches of oil, knife, paper bags or paper towels, salt and pepper.
From Betty's Kitchen, Betty makes a version of friend's "Hot Stuff" nachos. These nachos are a spectacular addition to a Super Bowl Sunday party or any sports party for that matter. To make these nachos, you will need the following ingredients:
Looking to make a scrumptious snack? Learn how to make parmesan cheese crisps, a recipe from Betty of Betty's Kitchen. You can serve these with any salad, or just eat them as a snack, with no accompaniment. To make these yummy crisps, you will need the following ingredients (for about 12 crisps):
This video shows you how to cut your own pineapple, which is the fifth most consumed fruit in the United States. The easiest way to tell if a pineapple is fresh is by pulling out the center leaf. If the leaf comes out easily, then you know that it is good to serve. You will need a cutting board, a sharp knife, a peeler, and a pineapple. Before you serve a pineapple, it should be refrigerated for thirty minutes upside down. This way, all the sugar that has rested at the bottom of the pineapple...
To make these BBQ ribs, start by collecting the necessary ingredients which include the pork back ribs, a dry rub, a sauce and a grill. Then get your fire started and raise the temperature up to 400-500 degrees so you can clean your grill. Next, prepare your ribs by cutting them up to the right length and cover all sides of the ribs with your favorite rub. Baste the ribs and stack them on the grill, cooking them at 225 degrees. You can also add wood chips such as hickory wood chips to give yo...
For thepla you will need, 300 grams of wheat flour, 3/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of red chili powder. You will also need, 1/4 teaspoon of tumeric powder, 1/4 teaspoon of cumin seeds, 2 teaspoons of oil, and a small bowl of washed and chopped fenugreek leaves. Put the wheat flour in a bowl. Add the salt, tumeric powder, red chili powder, cumin seeds, fenugreek leaves, and oil. Then you need to mix everything thoroughly. With the help of water, you can knead the dough. The dough shoul...
In this video, Steven Raichen demonstrates how to make a quick and delicious meal of Argentine "gaucho grilled" filet mignon with grilled eggplant and peppers. In his travels around the world, Raichen became fascinated with the rich, slightly smoky flavor of steak cooked in the traditonal Argentine method, and decided to find a way to replicate that flavor quickly and easily. To do this , Raichen uses a traditional wood-burning grill from Grillworks (to purchase, contact Grillworks at 202-758...
Scott teach us how to cook chicken pot pie with biscuits topping. First, place a large sized saucepan on the stove, then add 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter. After the butter is melted add a medium red onion, 3 large stalks of celery and 2 large carrots, all chopped in quarter-inch dice. Meanwhile, you need to prepare 3 cups of shredded chicken. Add a half of a cup of flour into the pot and sautv© until tender for about 10-15 minutes. It's important to move the flour around to get the raw fl...
How to Make a Lattice Top Pie Once the base of your pie is made, roll out a thin, circular piece of dough. This circle should be just a bit larger than the base of the pie. With a pizza cutter, cut 1-inch wide lines through the dough. Starting with the longest strips, place one strip horizontally on top of the center of the pie and one strip vertically on the pie. The strips should form a “plus sign” on the pie.
This how to video shows you hot to draw a cartoon alien. First, draw a circle and another circle inside. Draw two oval on the inner circle for the eyes. Draw an oval shape for the body. Next, add simple feet and arms. Make sure one arm is sticking out. You can add an antenna shape to the top of the large circle. Fill in the details of the inner circle, such as a mouth, nose, eyebrows, and pupils. Draw a gadget with an antenna sticking out in the hand that is sticking out. You can also draw a ...
First create a new 800x600 document and fill it with black color. Then create a new Layer and add a white circle with the hard edge Brushtool Select the 'Eraser tool' and use the same brush (a bit smaller) to erase the inside of that circle. Rightclick an layer 1 and go to the blending options. Add a contour. Now you should have a simple ring. Create a new layer again, and drag a dark red/brown circle inside the ring. Open up the Apple Logo (download in discription). Resize/replace it. Rightc...
Make a fun marshmallow treat for Valentines Day! You will need:
In this how to video, you will learn how to create a little chick with punches. You will need a 1 3/4 circle punch, a 1 1/2 circle punch, a 1 1/2 circle scallop punch, and a small square punch. You will also need a pink and yellow material to cut from. Cut out one piece from the 1 3/4, one from the 1 1/2 circle, and two pieces from the 1 1/2 scallop circle. Take one piece of the scallop and take the 1 3/4 punch and punch the side out. Take the punched piece and place it on to of the other sca...
In this how-to video, you will learn how to make a great french toast with banana foster. First, make a caramel. It consists of corn syrup, butter, and brown sugar. Once it is nice and smooth, pour it in a pan. Butter the dish before pouring it in. Now, cut french bread and place it on top of the caramel. Create a custard with rum and pour it on top of the bread. Cover it with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator over night. Place the dish in the oven for about 45 minutes. It should ...
This video shows you how to prepare Scalloped Potatoes with Onions and Green Peppers. For this recipe you will need the following ingredients: 4-5 potatoes sliced thinly, one whole onion sliced thinly, half green pepper (chopped), flour, salt, olive oil spray, pepper, Parmesan cheese, 2 cups medium cheddar cheese, ¼ cup of butter, and 4 cups of cream of mushroom soup.
In this video we are shown an easy way to draw a fox using Photoshop. First, start with a rough sketch on a separate layer. Rough in the head, ears, snout, and eyes. Make a new layer and outline your previous drawing. In this layer put in more detail such as the jagged outline of the fur and the details of the face. To colorize your fox, put in a new layer under the outline layer. The fox should be colored a dull orange, with dark brown shadows for the ears and white under the muzzle and on t...
In this video you will learn how to do an autumn nail design. To start out, you will need 5 nail colors of your choice. First, you paint your nails in a background color. In this video the woman chooses Mandarin by Icing, a pretty peach color. The next color she uses is a vibrant green called Money Tree, also by Icing. Do 5 slashes with the green or other color of your choice, anywhere on the nail you want. Next she uses a gold color to paint one slash in the middle. With a dark brown color, ...
