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Oh, The Things We'll Make!

Oh, The Things We'll Make!

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Make it Yourself

So many things that you normally buy can be made at home from scratch. Here is where I show you how to make everything from black garlic and tomato powder to homemade boba and croutons!

Save money and ensure that you have the highest quality ingredients by making your own pantry staples. The recipes and posts you will be seeing below are a mix of sweet and savory items that you can have in store. If you love milk tea, try making your own boba pearls from scratch. If you’re craving pasta, you can create this basic pasta dough quickly in time for the next meal.

Conserve your tomatoes in a way that saves space by making a super versatile tomato powder. Learn how to make tomato powder, and how to use it.Having the ability to create your own staples means lessening your trips to the grocery if you happen to run out of pantry basics! These recipes have saved me some time and effort for last minute trips so I really want to share this with you.
Two batches of homemade black boba, using different amounts of activated charcoal. One batch is slightly darker than the other batch.Browse through more MIY Pantry Basics here: 

Make your own professional looking DIY bakers twine in custom colors quickly and easily using cotton thread or embroidery floss.

DIY Bakers Twine

December 14, 2015 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Make your own professional looking DIY bakers twine in custom colors quickly and easily using cotton thread or embroidery floss. Lately bakers twine …

Read moreDIY Bakers Twine
It isn't difficult to make a non-toxic, multi purpose DIY cleaning spray that is effective for cleaning the kitchen and other areas of your house.

DIY Cleaning Spray for the Kitchen

December 1, 2015 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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It isn’t difficult to make a non-toxic, multi purpose DIY cleaning spray that is effective for cleaning the kitchen and other areas of your …

Read moreDIY Cleaning Spray for the Kitchen
Overhead view of 3 photography objective lenses

Choosing the Best Lens for Food Photography and Still Life Photography: 2 Making the Decision

November 21, 2015 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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While last time I explained the terminology and numbers on the lenses, this time I’ll try to help guide you to discover your best lens for food …

Read moreChoosing the Best Lens for Food Photography and Still Life Photography: 2 Making the Decision
A camera sitting on top of a wooden box filled with different objective lenses

Choosing the Best Lens for Food Photography and Still Life Photography: I – Lens Terminology

November 16, 2015 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Choosing the best lens for food photography and still life photography can be very confusing, especially if you aren’t sure about the …

Read moreChoosing the Best Lens for Food Photography and Still Life Photography: I – Lens Terminology
Overhead view of homemade beetroot powder in an open glass jar, next to some dried beetroot slices.

How to Make Beetroot Powder

August 24, 2015 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Find out how to make beetroot powder for your homemade cosmetics, food colorings, or as a healthy supplement to your diet.  Beetroot powder has …

Read moreHow to Make Beetroot Powder
Homemade solar water heater made out of coiled black water hose laid on the ground next to a white water tank.

Homemade Solar Water Heater

May 6, 2015 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Making a homemade solar water heater for your pool is relatively easy and inexpensive. Learn how to make one just in time for spring. Do you need a …

Read moreHomemade Solar Water Heater
Overhead view of two homemade non comedogenic blush sticks. Red orange made out of annatto seeds and plum red made out of alkanet root powder.

Non Comedogenic DIY Blush Stick

April 9, 2015 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Making a non comedogenic DIY blush stick is a very quick and simple project that uses only natural ingredients.  As much as I like to do things …

Read moreNon Comedogenic DIY Blush Stick
An unfocused picture showing off heart shaped bokeh.

Playing with Fun Shaped Bokeh

January 15, 2015 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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As I was taking down my Christmas tree, I couldn’t help but take advantage of having the lights up one last time to play with fun shaped bokeh. …

Read morePlaying with Fun Shaped Bokeh
Close-up of homemade wool dryer balls. One dryer ball place in a blue fabric basket.

DIY Wool Dryer Balls

December 1, 2014 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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DIY wool dryer balls are easy to make and are a simple, ecological way to soften clothes and reduce dryer time and static cling. Lately, I’ve …

Read moreDIY Wool Dryer Balls
A cup of lavender next to two homemade cream colored lavender sachets with lavender print on them.

Homemade Lavender Sachets

November 20, 2014 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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How to make homemade lavender sachets, decorated with lavender flowers, and great as gifts. They’re easy and perfect for non-artists because you …

Read moreHomemade Lavender Sachets
A stack of homemade marble photo coasters wrapped with organza ribbons for gifting placed beside a cup of coffee that's on top of a homemade marble photo coaster.

DIY Marble Photo Coasters

November 10, 2014 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Several years ago, before my son was born, I worked for a few hours each weekday at a friend’s nursery school to help them out at the start of …

Read moreDIY Marble Photo Coasters
A closeup of a woman's hands holding a hot glass of coffee covered in a bright striped blue and purple cozy made out of a sock.

5-minute Easy DIY Coffee Cozy from a Sock!

April 22, 2014 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Warm up with a hot beverage without burning yourself with an easy DIY coffee cozy can be made from a mismatched sock in around 5 minutes! You can …

Read more5-minute Easy DIY Coffee Cozy from a Sock!
A clear glass full of freshly brewed green stinging nettle herbal tea, place in front of a blue cast iron teapot.

Foraging for Teas

March 25, 2014 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Foraging for teas is a fun, inexpensive activity that allows you to try using plants in a new way and appreciate the “weeds” in your …

Read moreForaging for Teas
Closeup of a homemade cloth teabag with a small bowl behind it filled with a loose tea. In the background, there is a green teapot and a teacup.

Quick and Easy DIY Reusable Tea Bags (From a Sleeve)

February 25, 2014 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Make these easy, 5-minute DIY reusable tea bags for loose leaf teas! They’re quickly made from repurposed sleeves and are the perfect use for …

Read moreQuick and Easy DIY Reusable Tea Bags (From a Sleeve)
Top view of 3 drawstring pouches made from the sleeves of baby clothes.

How to make a Drawstring Bag in under 10 minutes

February 20, 2014 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Easily make a drawstring bag in less than 10 minutes by upcycling old t-shirts and taking advantage of the hem. You can also make a pouch from the …

Read moreHow to make a Drawstring Bag in under 10 minutes
3 hens, 2 black and 1 brown, inside a chain linked fence with a wood house inside. 1 brown hen outside the fence walking around.

Want an Easy Way to Keep Predators Away from Your Chickens?

November 11, 2013 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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After the tragic loss of one of our first four hens to our evil hen predator, Kahlúa, we needed a way to make sure that an incident like that …

Read moreWant an Easy Way to Keep Predators Away from Your Chickens?
A colorful keepsake quilt made out of old baby clothes placed on a balcony balustrade.

The Fine Line Between Being a Hoarder and Being Sentimental: The Baby Clothes Keepsake Quilt

August 30, 2013 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Are you sentimental, but don’t want to be a hoarder? Making a baby clothes keepsake quilt is a practical way to save precious outgrown baby …

Read moreThe Fine Line Between Being a Hoarder and Being Sentimental: The Baby Clothes Keepsake Quilt
a super cute baby binkie or security blanket that looks like a puppy

Puppy Binkie Pattern

July 30, 2013 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Learn to sew a super cute baby binkie or security blanket that looks like a puppy with free pattern and instructions.  My son loves dogs. Even …

Read morePuppy Binkie Pattern
Minion stamped paint on blue fabric

Stamping Fabric: Make a Minion T-shirt

July 28, 2013 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Make a minion t-shirt by stamping fabric with paints using easy homemade craft foam stamps. My son loves this technique because he can help make his …

Read moreStamping Fabric: Make a Minion T-shirt
A rainbow of fruit ice cubes laid on a white rectangular plate, ready for making into smoothies

Fruit Ice Cubes: Freezing Fruit for Smoothies or Baby Food

July 24, 2013 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Making fruit ice cubes for smoothies and homemade baby food is the best way to freeze excess fruit so it doesn’t take up excess room in your …

Read moreFruit Ice Cubes: Freezing Fruit for Smoothies or Baby Food
Two dresses hanging on a clothesline. A red and white striped sleeveless dress that has been painted with Minnie Mouse, and a yellow and white striped sleeveless dress painted with Hello Kitty.

How to Paint Fabric and Make Fun Gifts

July 1, 2013 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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It’s fun to make your own homemade gifts using freezer paper and fabric paint. I’ll show you how to paint fabric so that it looks …

Read moreHow to Paint Fabric and Make Fun Gifts
Closeup of two colorful sandwich wraps. One in front has a red Volkswagen Beetle print in a yellow, white floral design, and red fabric. Snack bag in the back is blue and green.

How to Make Reusable Sandwich Wraps and Snack Envelopes

June 16, 2013 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Ditch the plastic baggies and sew some reusable sandwich wraps and snack bags for traveling with sandwiches and other snacks. These are perfect for …

Read moreHow to Make Reusable Sandwich Wraps and Snack Envelopes
homemade craft foam bracelets in several colors with Crocs charms (Jibbitz) on them

Easy, DIY Charm Bracelet for Shoe Charms (Jibbitz)

May 29, 2013 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Make these DIY charm bracelets for shoe charms (Jibbitz) out of craft foam. They’re easy to make and are perfect for party favors. September is …

Read moreEasy, DIY Charm Bracelet for Shoe Charms (Jibbitz)
Young boy wearing handmade Up themed balloons t-shirt

Stamped Up House Balloons Shirt

May 22, 2013 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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This fun Up house balloons shirt is made with a homemade craft foam stamp, and is so easy even a toddler can help you make it.  Lately, my …

Read moreStamped Up House Balloons Shirt
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