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Painting Tips

Watercolor paints are best off on paper (either normal or slightly thick paper.) If you use too much water while using watercolors, paper will crinkle. I wouldn't recommend using printing paper or thin paper either, because they crinkle easily. Watercolors work best on white surfaces and can't be used on stuff other than paperAcrylic paints… Continue reading Painting Tips

Games

Cops and Robbers (Chor Police)

A great but very noisy outdoor game. Number of players: At least five; the more the better.Age range: 8+Place needed: The most fun game of Cops and Robbers or Chor Police as we refer to it is in which you play both outside and inside; we have a two-storey house so you as a Robber… Continue reading Cops and Robbers (Chor Police)

Recipes

2-in-1 Chocolate Chip Cookies

INGREDIENTS: 6 tablespoons butter, softened (not melted. It can be substituted for an equal amount of oil.)1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup normal sugar1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 and 1/2 cup all-purpose white flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup chocolate chips INSTRUCTIONS: Beat butter, brown sugar and normal sugar in a large bowl until… Continue reading 2-in-1 Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Fairy Garden Tips

If you're making a fairy garden, you have to remember that it will not stay perfect. You will have to constantly work on it, every day, and it's your responsibility. Here are some things you need to remember: Water your fairy garden every day or the plants will dry out, especially if they're newly planted,… Continue reading Fairy Garden Tips

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How to make a Fairy Garden at home!

You can find everything you need to make a fairy garden in your garden and house. The first thing you will need is a pot. Remember, everything in a fairy garden depends on the size of the pot—or DSP. And the size of the pot is your choice, of course. The bigger your pot the… Continue reading How to make a Fairy Garden at home!