Give all your utensils a proper place to rest when they’re not hard at work with the following ideas for organizing a utensil drawer. And never misplace your favorite spatula again. 1. Personalize Your Utensil Organizer This might sound obvious but you most likely already have something to corral your everyday utensils. But are you using one that really works for you? For example, if you have seven types of utensils in regular use but your organizer only has five or six slots, a couple of them are might not have a home....

How to Choose Exterior Trim Colors The ideal exterior trim color will depend on the look you want to achieve. Monochromatic siding and trim create a subdued, elegant quality, while a high-contrast color scheme can give your exterior depth and interest. Black exterior trim on a white house, for example, emphasizes architectural features for a more modern look. For homes with darker siding, such as brown or charcoal gray, white trim is always a good option....

Varieties of Coleus Copper Glow Coleus (Solenostemon ‘Copper Glow’) has burnt orange to coppery leaves with a narrow band of gold around the scalloped leaf margins. It grows 10 to 20 inches tall. Gnash Rambler Coleus (Solenostemon ‘Gnash Rambler’) combines deep purple centers with raspberry-red leaf edges. The lobed leaves are often curled or puckered. It grows 18 inches tall, but often spreads more than two feet wide. Grace Ann Coleus (Solenostemon ‘Grace Ann’) develops elongated leaves with claret, pink, and salmon centers and similar colored “freckles” scattered in a broad band of medium green....

You can absolutely use the following tips for how to proof bread in an Instant Pot for any and all yeast doughs that require proofing, though. For bagels, pretzels, French bread, and Italian bread, read on for our complete guide for proofing bread in an Instant Pot. Bread Proofing 101 Proofing bread is the baking term used for the process dough undergoes as it ferments, rises, and develops gluten. Each “proof” is defined as the time when the dough doubles in size....

Grape Vine Terms to Know Before you touch any of your grape vines, make sure you know the essential terminology. Here are the parts of the plant to add to your gardening vocabulary: Trunk: Old wood that grows verticallyCordon: Old wood that grows horizontally on the trellisArms: Old wood coming off the cordonShoots: Green shoots that began growing in the current seasonCanes: ~1 year-old wood that was a green shoot in the previous year, also where buds growBuds: Fruitful shoots that grow on canes...

How to Remove Halloween Stains Make ghastly stains easier to remove by treating them as quickly as possible. For clothing and other machine-washable items, be sure the stain is completely gone before tossing the item in the dryer. High heat can set the stain and ensure it haunts you long after October 31. Use the following cleaning methods to remove some of the most common Halloween stains. Candle Wax Candles are great for creating ambience, but melted wax can leave unsightly stains on carpeting, clothing, and furniture....

More Bathroom Items to Replace What You Need LevelMeasuring tapeToiletSpongeScrewdriverPenetrating oil or hacksawRug or folded-up drop clothPlumbers puttyWax ringHold-down bolts, if necessaryMetal washersBoltsSpud gasketFlexible plastic or chrome-braided supply lineShims, if necessary Step 1: Do Your Homework Ensure that the floor where the toilet will be located is level. If not, you will have to use shims to level the toilet after it is set. Then measure from the wall to the hold-down bolt....

Materials List Printouts of artwork with a print for each separate color layer Cardboard Three 10×14-inch screen-printing screens Masking tape Screen drawing fluid Paintbrushes Old toothbrush Squeegee Heavyweight (at least 40#) paper: light blue Screen filler Polar fleece Plastic spoons Water-soluble screen-printing paper ink: ivory, green, dark red Step 1 Gather your materials. Center artwork on cardboard, and mark corners with a pencil. Center screen with flat side down on top of artwork; mark corners....

To make the bins more functional, we used stiff interfacing (such as peltex) to give the fabric cube storage bin some extra stability. Look for this double-side, fusible, heavyweight interfacing at your fabric store. And for the exterior fabric, anything goes: neutral linen, colorful cotton, and even crinkled velvet. How to Make a Fabric Storage Bin Supplies Needed Two 18-inch squares of coordinating fabricsMatching thread¼ yard of double-side fusible heavyweight interfacingScissorsSewing machineIron1 yard of ½-inch double-fold bias tapeClothespins...

You can stain concrete with a roller or brush, but for the best results, it’s recommended to invest in a paint sprayer. Before starting this project, it’s necessary to assess the area and ensure that there is proper ventilation. Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) like a mask and set up fans to help remove harmful chemical odors from the area. Also, take proper precautions to protect any objects or surfaces that you don’t want to stain....

How to Store Homemade Candy Most candies will keep 2 to 3 weeks (if not longer) if stored tightly covered in a cool, dry place or in the refrigerator. It’s best to avoid storing different types of candy together in the same container because hard candies will become soft and sticky, and soft candies will dry out. Here are some tips for storing candies: Protect truffles, caramels, and nougats from dampness by wrapping them individually in clear plastic wrap....

Can You Substitute Brown Sugar for White Sugar? The answer is not exactly a simple yes or no (apologies!), but more of a “yes, but”… In most baking recipes, you can substitute brown sugar for white sugar in a one-to-one ratio. So if your recipe calls for one cup white sugar, swap one cup brown sugar. The sweetness level will be exactly the same, but the brown sugar may change the texture of your baked goods....

How to Use Spray Paint Basics How to Prepare a Surface for Spray Paint Ceramic: Rough up a glazed surface with sandpaper. Some kiln-set paints are available at crafts stores. Fabric and vinyl: Prewash apparel-grade fabrics before spray painting. Check to ensure upholstery and outdoor fabrics are not treated with protectants that might prevent paint adhesion. Airbrush-like applicators work best for detailed designs (try Testors brand). Rust-Oleum makes a special vinyl spray designed for bringing back shine....

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