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The "Mister Fantastic" Sensor

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This project involves a flex sensor, a type of sensor that senses when it is flexed, or the Mr. Fantastic of all sensors much like the laser LED is the Cyclops of sensors. It basically a resistor that puts more resistance as it is flexed. This can be useful in many different ways, such as in toys when an arm is bent, it can make a sound. Or if a shoe is flexed, LED’s turn on. The possibilities are only limited by your own imagination.

Step 1: Materials



Things You Will Need: (And where to get them.)
Arduino Uno: https://www.sparkfun.com/search/results?term=ardu...
9 LED’s: https://www.sparkfun.com/products/9590
Flex Sensor: https://www.sparkfun.com/products/10264
1 22K Resistor: http://www.jameco.com/1/1/28314-cf1-2w223jrc-resi...
9 33o-630 Ohm Resistors: http://www.jameco.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/P...
11 Jumper Wires: https://www.sparkfun.com/products/11026
Breadboard: https://www.sparkfun.com/products/12002
Here is also some things that helped me in the process.
Resistor Color Code Calculator: http://www.robotroom.com/Calculators/Resistor/Resi...
Base Code and Function: http://arduinobasics.blogspot.com/2011/05/arduino-...

Step 2: Wiring the Flex Sensor



To start, plug a jumper wire to the analog pin 0 on the Arduino. Plug this jumper cable behind the left side of the flex sensor on the bread-board. Then, take another jumper wire and plug it into the 5v on the Arduino. This jumper will connect behind the other side of the flex sensor on the breadboard. Next, plug in the 22k resistor behind the same analog 0 jumper wire, and plug the other end 2 spaces apart. This will be where the ground wire will be. Plug another jumper cable into the ground on the Arduino and put the other end on the same rail as the other end of the resistor not connected to the flex sensor. The wiring for the flex sensor should now be done. Up next, the wiring for the LEDs!

Step 3: Wiring the LED's



On the opposite side of the breadboard, line up LED’s in a horizontal row, with the positive leg (longer leg) leading to the left. Then, plug in jumper cables from the 12, 11, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, and 5 pins on the Arduino to the negative leg (shorter leg) on the Arduino. Following this, plug in those 330ohm resistors into the same rail as the long leg of the LEDs, while putting the other leg into the negative rail of the Arduino. The wiring for this project should be finished as of now. The end result should be that the flex sensor shuts off the LED's depending on the amount of flex used.

Step 4: Sample Code

Here is the sample code for the project. Feel free to adjust, use it, or do whatever you want with it to fit your needs.

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• FLEX_2.inoDownload

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Comfrey and Calendula Poultice

A few weeks ago I hurt my ankle. I'm not really sure what I done to it, but I do know it hurt and it swelled up. I had to wear a brace and one evening the swelling seemed worse than ever so I decided it was time to try a herbal remedy.

Last year I started growing Comfrey in my herb garden. This is an herb that has always captured my interest as it has so many great healing properties. It is for external use only and is good for muscle pains, reducing swelling, bruising and even healing broken bones. Yes, broken bones! Comfrey knits things together. You can even use it on open wounds, but you have to be very careful when doing this because it can heal a cut extremely fast. If you don't have the wound cleaned properly it can close it up with the dirt/infection inside. So be sure to clean your wound very good if you intend on using it on any open wounds.

Calendula is another favorite of mine. I didn't grow the annual flower this year but I had plenty of dried flower heads from last year. Calendula is good for bruising, strains and inflammation (just to name a few). So I decided to add it with my comfrey pultice and see what happened.

I picked some fresh comfrey leaves and got my jar of dried calendula flowers. I tore the comfrey into smaller pieces and put both herbs in a bowl. I then boiled some water and poured the boiling hot water over my herbs. I let the herbs steep for about 20 minutes. After the 20 minutes I drained off the access water and made several bandages by putting the poultice on strips of gauze. I then put them in the freezer.



After they were nice and frozen I removed it from the freezer and applied the gauze poultice directly to my ankle.



I also wrapped an ace bandage around my ankle to hold it in place.



And guess what!!!! The swelling was COMPLETELY gone in the morning. The pain was hardly noticeable. I went ahead and continued changing the poultice the next day and my ankle was all better! I was so excited. I love using herbal remedies and to know without a doubt that it works give me an amazing feeling.

There are a few things I would do different. Next time I'll put the herbs in a blender to make more of a softer puree. I think I'll add a little flour or cornstarch to make it a thick gel like substance. I'll still use the gauze because it worked really well. A matter of fact, I think I'll whip a few up and keep them in the freezer. You never know when an injury might happen and you need a quick remedy! Plus it will be great to have in the winter months when I can't go out and pick fresh comfrey.

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DIY Dry Shampoo Spray

June 9, 2014
Heather Dessinger, FDN-P

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It’s alchemy for your hair. Okay, not exactly, but DIY dry shampoo spray – or dry shampoo powder for that matter – does feel pretty magical on days you need a quick way to “wash” your hair without, er, washing it. Now, if you’re thinking that a dry spray doesn’t quite make sense, here’s the deal: Your hair is dry, the spray is wet.




Interesting, no? Let me tell you more: By absorbing excess oils, dry shampoo transforms limp, oily strands into voluminous, grease-free tresses in just a matter of minutes. It can help your hair look great while washing less often, and that’s a good thing because:

• Most store-bought shampoos contain detergents that strip oils from your hair (This one is an exception)
• Washing your hair too often will stimulate your scalp to produce extra oils in order to compensate.
• This often leads to a situation where the scalp is very oily, but ends are dry and possibly damaged

DIY dry shampoo spray and dry shampoo powder can both be helpful in breaking the cycle of overwashing/excessive oil production. Over time, most people find that they need to use less dry shampoo between washes as their scalp adjusts to the new routine.

Powder Or Spray ~ Which One Should I Use?

I’ve found both to be helpful in different situations. When my hair is already styled and I just need a little volume/oil control at the roots I use homemade dry shampoo powder. On days I need to style from scratch or have all-over oiliness I prefer the spray. The method that works best for you might be different, though, so you might try making both at the same time to see what you like more. They both call for the same ingredients and together they’ll take about five minutes to make, so it’s easy to try them both.
Bottom line: Whether you hit the snooze button one-too-many times, spent your “getting ready” time trying to convince your toddler that he must, in fact, wear pants, or just want to extend the time between washes for healthier hair, give this stuff a try.



Bonus fact: Your hair may actually already contain trace amounts of gold – no alchemy needed! (source)

Tip For Avoiding Clogs

Use a high-volume styling spray bottle like this one to avoid clogs. If you’re using a different bottle and it does become clogged, try soaking it in hot water and clearing the nozzle with a needle to get it working again.



DIY Dry Shampoo Spray For All Hair Colors

I have almost black hair and this recipe does not leave any light spots on my hair, but for those who have issues with some shampoo being visible after styling I’ve included another recipe below.


Ingredients

• 1/2 c cup water
• 2 tablespoons arrowroot powder or cornstarch (where to buy arrowroot powder, where to buy non-GMO cornstarch)
• 2 tablespoons vodka – rubbing alcohol can also be used, but it is more drying (info on sourcing non-GMO vodka can be found in this post)
• a few drops of essential oil, optional (lemon, peppermint, rosemary, bergamot, lemongrass and lime are good options)

To Make
Combine all ingredients thoroughly and pour into a spray bottle.
To Apply
Arrowroot and cornstarch powder tends to settle at the bottom between uses, so shake thoroughly. (Also, apply before you get dressed to go out. The spray may land on clothing and leave a light layer of powder.)
Hold spray bottle about three inches from hair and apply wherever it looks greasy. Hair should be damp, but not soaking wet. Dry with a hair dryer – this will only take a couple of minutes because it’s just damp- then touch up any spots you missed if necessary. Style like you normally would.

DIY Dry Shampoo Spray For Dark Hair

I have almost black hair and this recipe does not leave any light spots on my hair, but for those who have issues with some shampoo being visible after styling I’ve included another recipe below.
Ingredients

• 1/2 c cup water
• 1 tablespoons arrowroot powder or cornstarch (where to buy arrowroot powder, where to buy non-GMO cornstarch)
• 1 tablespoon cocoa or cacao powder (where to buy cocoa powder, where to buy cacao powder)
• 2 tablespoons vodka or rubbing alcohol (info on sourcing non-GMO vodka can be found in this post)
• a few drops of essential oil, optional (lemon, peppermint, rosemary, bergamot, lemongrass and lime are good options)

To Make
Combine all ingredients thoroughly and pour into a spray bottle.
To Apply
Arrowroot and cornstarch powder tends to settle at the bottom between uses, so shake thoroughly. (Also, apply before you get dressed to go out. The spray may land on clothing and leave a light layer of powder.)



Hold spray bottle about three inches from hair and apply wherever it looks greasy. Hair should be damp, but not soaking wet. Dry with a hair dryer – this will only take a couple of minutes because it’s just damp- then touch up any spots you missed if necessary. Style like you normally would.

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8 Easy Crockpot Freezer Meals


Crockpot Main Dish Recipe Round Up

Get a jump start on your meal prep with these crockpot freezer meals, perfect for busy families and new moms. Make ahead freezer meals save time and save money. Prep and freeze the crockpot meals in a plastic bag for easy weeknight dinners.



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Last month I decided to try out meal planning using crockpot freezer meals. The premade crock pot meals were a huge success and made dinner time so much easier. I didn’t have to deal with looking through the pantry and fridge wondering what I would cook for dinner.. I can take one of the slow cooker meals out of the freezer and thaw it in the fridge over night. In the morning I can add a crockpot liner and empty the freezer bag right into the crockpot.
By dinner time we had a home cooked meal ready without the stress of running around the kitchen making dinner, and little to no mess to clean up.



We enjoyed trying out the five slow cooker recipes that I made last month, but decided to give some new recipes a try. I decided on 8 different crockpot freezer meals. All these premade crock pot meals feed our family of 4, 2 adults 2 children, usually with at least one serving leftover – great for lunch the following day. You can always add in more veggies or meat to customize for your family.
Tips for making meals ahead of time.

• Gather all of your recipes
• Make a grocery list
• Write the name & directions on the freezer bag
• Dedicated one to two hours preparing the meals
• If you don’t have an extra set of hands, I highly recommend these baggy clips. They’ll keep the freezer bag open so that fill with meat, vegetables, spices, and sauces.

What crockpot do I use?

I use a programmable Hamilton Beach Slow Cooker With Temperature Probe, 6 Quart.





This week we decided on 8 frozen crockpot recipes to prepare that included chicken, spareribs, pork, and beef. The frozen crockpot meals included pulled pork, beef stroganoff, cheesy chicken potato and broccoli, BBQ spareribs, orange chicken, honey garlic chicken, chicken sweet potatoes, and nacho chicken for movie night.

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8 Crockpot Freezer Meals:

Crockpot Nacho Chicken

Crockpot Nacho Chicken


4.76 from 81 votes

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Ingredients

• 2-4 chicken breast
  
• 1 can Rotel
• 1 package taco seasoning

Instructions

• Place all ingredients in gallon size freezer bag. Seal bag and place in freezer. When ready to use thaw in fridge overnight. Empty the contents out of the bag and into crock pot. Cook on low 8-10 hours.
  
  
  
• Spread Nacho Chicken over tortilla chips, and top with your choice of toppings including shredded cheese, green onions, black olives, lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream and salsa.

Not familiar with Ro-Tel? It’s diced tomatoes with green chilies and can be found in the isle near the cans of diced tomatoes.

Crock-Pot Cheesy Chicken Potato & Broccoli

Crock-Pot Cheesy Chicken Potato & Broccoli

4.76 from 81 votes

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Ingredients

• 2-4 chicken breasts
  
• 1 large green pepper chopped
• 2 cups broccoli chopped
• 1 lb. red potatoes sliced thin
• 1 tsp. paprika
• 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup
• 1/4 lb. 4 oz. VELVEETA®, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

• Add all ingredients except for cheese in a gallon freezer bag. Seal bag and place in freezer. When ready to use thaw in fridge overnight. Cook 6 hours low. Add cheese and cook on high for 5 minutes. Stir melted cheese in.

Crock Pot Orange Chicken

Onge Chicken

4.76 from 81 votes

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Ingredients

• 2 cups carrots
• 2 cups bell pepper
• 1 lb chicken breast
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 8 oz orange juice concentrate

Instructions

• Combine all ingredients in freezer bag. Seal bag and place in freezer. Thaw over night in fridge. Empty contents out of bag and into crock pot. Cook on low 4-6 hours. Serve over rice.

Crock Pot BBQ Spareribs

Crock-Pot BBQ Spareribs

4.76 from 81 votes

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Ingredients

• 2 lbs of pork ribs
  
• 1 1/2 cups ketchup
• 1 1/2 Tbsp seasoned salt
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup white vinegar

Instructions

• Place pork ribs in gallon sized ziplock. Mix remaining ingredients together in a separate bowl and pour over ribs. Seal bag and place in freezer. Thaw over night in fridge. Empty contents out of bag and into crock pot. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-7 hours.

Crock-Pot Honey Garlic Chicken

With just 5 minutes of prep this honey garlic chicken is a simple and easy weeknight dinner recipe. The chicken cooks all day in the crock pot with a delicious 5 ingredient honey garlic sauce.

Crock-Pot Honey Garlic Chicken


With just 5 minutes of prep this honey garlic chicken is a simple and easy weeknight dinner recipe. The chicken cooks all day in the crock pot with a delicious 5 ingredient honey garlic sauce.

4.76 from 81 votes

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Course: Main Course
Keyrd: Chicken, Crockpot


Ingredients

• 2-4 boneless chicken breasts
  
• 3 garlic cloves minced
• 1 Teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/3 cup honey
• 2 cups carrots or choice of veggie

Instructions

• Place all ingredients in gallon size zip-lock. Seal bag and place in freezer. Thaw overnight in fridge. Empty contents into slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high 3-4.

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Crock-Pot Beef Stroganoff

Crock-Pot Beef Stroganoff
8.76 from 81 votes

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Ingredients

• 2 pounds of cubed beef stew meat or 4 cups of cooked ground beef
  
• 2 cans of cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 2 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 Tbsp. minced garlic
• packet of onion soup mix
• chopped mushrooms optional
• egg noodles to serve over the day you cook

Instructions

• Cook beef in skillet over med heat until no longer pink, set aside and let it cool. Once cooled, add all ingredients to a gallon size freezer bag except egg noodles. Seal bag and place in freezer. When ready to use thaw in fridge overnight. Empty the contents out of the bag and into crock pot. Cook on low for 4-6 hours. Serve over egg noodles.

Chicken Sweet Potatoes:

Crockpot Sweet Potatoes and Chicken

4.76 from 81 votes

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Ingredients

• 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp. paprika
• 1 tsp. curry powder
• 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
• 3 sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
• 1 onion chopped
• 1 cup peach preserves OR apricot preserves
• 3 tsp. apple cider vinegar
  
  
• 1 Tbsp. soy sauce
• 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
• 2 Tbsp. cornstarch

Instructions

• Coat chicken with salt, cayenne pepper, paprika, curry powder, and ginger. Add peach preserves, vinegar, and soy sauce to gallon freezer bag. Add in sweet potatoes and onion, and top with chicken. Seal bag and place in freezer. When ready to use thaw in fridge overnight. Empty the contents out of the bag and into crock pot. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until chicken is thoroughly cooked and sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with fork.
  
• Combine chicken broth and cornstarch and mix well. Add to slow cooker. Cover and cook on high 10-15 minutes until sauce is thickened.

Crock-Pot Pulled Pork

Pulled Pork

This pork is slow cooked to perfection with a homemade spice blend. Add in your favorite BBQ sauce for delicious sandwiches, nachos and more!

5 from 3 votes

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Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: BBQ, Crockpot, Pork

Prep Time: 10minutes minutes
Cook Time: 8hours hours

Servings: 8
Calories: 328kcal

Ingredients

• 4-5 lbs pork butt/shoulder
  
• 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
• 1-2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 tablespoons ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 4 tablespoons paprika
• 2 tablespoons salt
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  
  
• 1 large onion - sliced thin
• BBQ Sauce

Instructions

• Combine all dry ingredients except onion in bowl.
• Rub the spice blend onto pork butt, covering all sides.
• Place onions and pork in the slow cooker.
• Cover and cook on low 8-10 hours.
  
  
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• Shred pork with 2 forks.
• Add BBQ sauce if preferred.

Notes

This is an estimate. I am not a health professional. For complete accuracy you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used in your recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Serving: 8g | Calories: 328kcal | Carbohydrates: 69g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 14263mg | Potassium: 1285mg | Fiber: 19g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 19520IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 275mg | Iron: 17mg




I don’t have the estimated cost for all of these crockpot freezer meals as I stock up on meats and canned food when on sale. You can always add in extra ingredients/change the recipe to your family’s liking, these are meals and ingredients that our family enjoys.
With our work schedule, the 4-6 hour slow cooking time works best which is why most of the recipes are not for 8-10 hour days. I also always have never placed the ingredients in frozen – always thawed, so I’m not sure the cooking time if frozen.

More Crockpot to Freezer Meals That You May Enjoy:

Crockpot Freezer Recipes originally found at Orange Chicken, BBQ Spareribs, Honey Garlic Chicken, Cheesy Chicken and Potato, Nacho Chicken, Chicken Sweet Potatoes, Pulled Pork and Beef Stroganoff.



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Cherry Jam Recipe

Updated: October 7, 2023
By: Author Tracy R.

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Cherry jam is classic for a reason. Simple, sweet, and delicious on everything from a toasted muffin to ice cream!

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Are you as thrilled about the royal baby news as we are?
As with the royal wedding a couple years back, we just can’t seem to hide our excitement for everything William & Kate. So, with cherries in season right now and a reason to celebrate, I decided to head to the kitchen and whip up a jam fit for royalty.


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Based on cherries jubilee, the popular dessert made for one of Queen Victoria’s Jubilee celebrations, this jam also contains sweet cherries, citrus, and cherry brandy. Since some recipes call for currant jam as a thickener, I added in some red currants to help cut some of the sweetness from the cherries and sugar so that the resulting jam isn’t too cloying.
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Cherry Jam Recipe

Tracy R.
Cherry jam is classic for a reason. Simple, sweet, and delicious on everything from a toasted muffin to ice cream!

4 from 27 votes

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Prep Time 15minutes mins
Cook Time 15minutes mins
Total Time 30minutes mins

Servings 80
Calories 47 kcal

Ingredients
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• 3 cups Fresh Cherries red
• 2 cups Red Currants
• 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
• 1/4 cup Kirsch Brandy
• 1 3/4 ounces Powdered Pectin (one package)
• 4 cups Granulated Sugar

Instructions

• In a large sauce pan, combine the cherries, currants, lemon juice, and kirsch. Crush the fruit and then bring the mixture to a boil.
• Prepare your canning supplies. Bring the temperature of the glass jars up by processing them in hot water for several minutes, and heat a few cups of water in a small saucepan for the lids. Stir in the pectin until dissolved. Bring back to a boil, and then add in the sugar all at once. Boil hard for a minute longer.
• Skim off any foam and ladle the hot jam into the hot jars, leaving 1/4″ headspace. Place the lids and bands on top, screwing on the bands just until fingertip-tight.
• Place the full jars back into the boiling water and process 10 minutes.
• Remove from the water and place the jars on a towel. Let the jars cool. The seals should suck down (you’ll hear a popping noise as they do).

Nutrition

Calories: 47kcalCarbohydrates: 12gSugar: 11g

Keyword Canning, Cherries, Jams, Preserving, Summer

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Posted on Published: July 26, 2013

By Author Tracy R. Tracy's blog, Sugarcrafter, is a baking, canning, and occasional cooking blog that features from-scratch recipes using seasonal and local ingredients. Tracy also has her own side business, Sugar crafter Sweets, making handcrafted confitures and selling them ...more

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How to Make Dandelion Salve and Dandelion Infused Oil

June 1, 2014152 Comments

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Learning how to make dandelion infused oil and dandelion salve is so easy!
We’re only about a month into our gardening season here in Montana and already my hands are dry and chapped. I’ve been using a variety of lotions and skin creams to replenish the moisture in the rough skin on my hands but have had little success in finding a lasting solution.
I decided to create my own skin nourishing dandelion infused oil and salve. This stuff is simply amazing! It is easy to make, low cost and leaves my hands feeling soft and nourished for hours.
I’ve also used dandelion salve and infused oil on my achy lower back after a long day of gardening and it helps soothe my sore muscles. The best part? I was able to use a little beeswax from our new honey bees!




I’ve read quite a few articles this spring about foraging and eating dandelions. One article I read listed the health benefits from the various parts of a dandelion plant.
I was intrigued that the flowers have pain relieving properties and can also be used as a massage oil. I started making infused oils a few years ago but had never tried dandelion infused oil. We have plenty of dandelions around our property so foraging would be easy.
There are a lot of recipes floating around the internet for homemade balms, salves and lotions. My frustration with a lot of them is that they include a lot of ingredients I don’t have on hand.
I’ve almost invested in some of these products but couldn’t ever bite the bullet and do it. Often these products can be expensive and not something I’ll use often enough to make the investment.

What I love about this recipe I created is that it includes some pretty simple ingredients that most people already have at home or can purchase for a low cost.
Making and using all natural skin care products doesn’t have to be expensive!

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Making Dandelion Infused Oil

Making infused oils is fairly simple. To make dandelion infused oil, you need to harvest a bunch of dandelion flower heads.
I cut them off the stem as high as I could to minimize the amount of green foliage being harvested. I wasn’t quite sure how many to harvest, so I filled a large bowl.
This ended up being about four cups of fresh dandelion heads.
I read several different articles about making dandelion infused oil and one thing everyone mentioned was being mindful of the high water content in dandelion flowers.
To minimize getting a bunch of icky sludge in your infused oil, dry the flower heads out for a day or two. I spread them out on a cloth inside a cardboard box lid and sat them on top of our chest freezer for two days.



Once the dandelion flowers have dried a bit, pack them into a glass jar. I used a pint size canning jar and had just enough space for all the flowers. Next pour olive oil into the jar.
Make sure the dandelion flowers are all completely covered with oil. Place a lid on the jar.
There are two ways to infuse oil. The way I first learned several years ago was the slow infusion method that I learned from this amazing book.
This method requires sitting the jar of oil out of direct sunlight for four to six weeks. If you want a speedier process, you can heat the oil in a jar on the stove.
I opted for this method since I was anxious to make some salve and heal my dried out skin.

I put a small pot on the stove with a few inches of water in the bottom. Then I sat the glass jar of oil and flower heads in the pan and turned it on medium.
Once the water heated up but not boiling, I turned it off and let the jar sit in the pan of water until it all cooled off. Then I put the jar in the cupboard to continue infusing.
My jar infused for well over a week. This was mainly because I was so busy working in the garden I didn’t have time to make the salve!
The infused oil could actually be used after two or three days. After it is done infusing, strain the flowers from the oil.
I use a small fine mesh sieve and press the flowers down into the sieve to press out as much oil as I can. Compost your flowers and the infused oil is now ready to use!





Making Dandelion Salve

Making salve is an easy project if you have the supplies handy. I have a lot of the supplies on hand since I’ve been making homemade lip balm and selling it in our Etsy shop for the last couple years.
This recipe will make a large batch (a little less than 1.5 cups). If you want a smaller batch, reduce the quantities but keep the proportions the same.
This salve can feel a bit greasy when you first put it on. I’ve found that after 15-20 minutes the greasiness goes away and my hands just feel so soft.
I put a generous scoop of dandelion salve on my hands before I go to bed and just love how soft my skin feels when I wake up!

Supplies Needed to Make Dandelion Salve:

-16 oz of infused dandelion oil
-2 oz coconut oil (this is the kind we use)
-2 oz of beeswax (We render our own beeswax to use and sell it in our Etsy shop here)
-OPTIONAL: 10-15 drops of lavender essential oil (or whatever scent you prefer!)



Directions for Making Dandelion Salve

Step 1:
Place the beeswax and coconut oil in a glass jar or measuring cup. Sit a pan on the stove with several inches of water in it. Sit the glass jar down in the pan and heat on low/medium.



Step 2:
Once the beeswax and coconut oil are melted, carefully stir in the infused dandelion oil. Our house was cool when I made this, so when I poured the dandelion oil in some of the wax started hardening up. If this happens for you, keep heating the mixture until it is all melted again.

Step 3:
Add in essential oil if you prefer and stir well. The dandelion oil does have a dandelion scent but I I love the scent of lavender so chose to use this essential oil as an added scent.
Step 4:
Carefully remove the glass jar from the pan. I wanted one big jar of dandelion salve so the jar I mixed it in was the jar I let it cool off in. If you want smaller containers of salve, pour the mixture into smaller containers. Allow the salve to cool.
This dandelion salve has a firm consistency. Since there is coconut oil in it, as soon as you scoop some into your hands it softens and melts.
This creates an easy to spread salve. I started out using this just on my hands but then started using it for rough, cracked skin on my feet. I also use it to nourish dry skin on my arms and legs.
After making a big batch of dandelion salve, I had some dandelion infused oil left over. Since the infused oil is to help with pain relief, I filled an empty amber glass bottle to use for massage oil.
When we have aches and pains in our back or feet, I can use this massage oil to naturally help with pain relief.
After spending the whole day transplanting seedlings from our greenhouse into the garden on Saturday, my lower back was so achy I could hardly walk.
I rubbed dandelion infused oil on my lower back and felt some relief. It didn’t make all the aches and pains go away, but it did lessen the pain.
Whoever said dandelions are weeds and should be destroyed must never have tried a dandelion salve or massage oil. This stuff is amazing!

Learn More about Foraging for Dandelions and Wildcrafting

Interested in learning more about foraging for dandelions, other wild edibles and how to use them? I highly recommend the Herbal Academy Botany & Wildcrafting Course.
The course is online and self-paced so you can take it whenever and wherever works for you! I’ve taken several courses through the Herbal Academy and love the high quality courses I can learn online from our rural homestead.




Do you love dandelions and want to find more ways to use them? Check out our other dandelion posts:

• Dandelion Tea, Syrup and Jelly
• Rhubarb Dandelion Pie
• Dandelion Muffins
• Dandelion Sourdough Pancakes

Here’s more dandelion inspiration from the Nerdy Farm Wife with 12+ things to make with Dandelion flowers. Who knew dandelions could be used for so many wonderful things!

What do you like to make with dandelions?
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Hutch Re-purposed to a BAR DIY

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My mom and I wanted to start a project and we decided to repurpose a hutch into a home bar. Her and I have ZERO wood working skills and made this happen using readily available tools and items from your local hardware store. The only power tools used in this project was a $30 Circular saw from Harbor Freight tools and a $25 Reciprocating saw. We used online videos on youtube to use best practices for straight cuts and examples. As you can see from the steps it was not too difficult and was a pretty fun project. I hope this post inspires your to challenge yourself... Be creative... And do something different... If you have any questions or anything you can comment below and leave a email address and I would be happy to chat.
Thank you for checking it out!

Step 1: Find a Hutch



Step 1: Take a old hutch or find a cheap one on craigslist. Obviously... A two piece hutch is ideal.. I found this one for $100 solid wood (Tips) For sanding purposes... try and find one with fewer grooves..

Step 2: Start Sanding

Step 2: Start sanding... Honestly.. This was my least favorite part... If you plan on staining it... Good luck...If you plan on painting it like I did you can buy finish remover to take the clear varnish off... I quit sanding and went this route..

Step 3: Visualize Your Attack

Step 3: Visualize your attack and figure out how high you want your bar and how wide. Do some math and figure out how much wood you need... How many screws you need... How many angle brackets you need etc.

Step 4: Get Supplies



Step 4: Make a trip to home depot... or your local hardware and wood store. Tip: make sure you have a large enough vehicle.

Step 5: Cut Your Bar Top




Step 5: Cut your bar top using the desired dimensions.. I used 1" thick solid wood sheet.

Step 6: Build Your Bar Up





Step 6: Build your bar up. I used six 2x4 12" long to build the bar top up. Used a ton of screws and angle and flat brackets (Found at home depot) until I felt it was sturdy enough to hold the weight of the bar top and two full grown adults standing on it..TESTED

Step 7: Visualize the Front of Your Bar









For the front of the bar I knew I was going to use corrigated roofing sheets (Found at home depot) so I added a thin 1/4 inch thick ply wood to the front before the roofing sheets for added support.

Step 8: Prep the Top of the Hutch





Step 8: Start removing all glass and start sanding the cabinet portion of the hutch to include and drawers or cabinets you plan on using

Step 9: Paint Everything







Step 9: Paint everything

Step 10: Visualize What You Want to Do Under the Top of the Hutch







Step 10: Start visualizing and shelf like system for the caibnet portion and buy wood to fit

Step 11: Add Some Style





I Used chicken wire to replace the glass in the hutch because I was going after a industrial style look (Found at home depot)

Step 12: Get Your Bar Stuff Together!





Step 13: ALL DONE



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Muscadine – Wild Food Foraging, Identification & Recipes

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Emergency Outdoors blog shares a extremely educational article on a wild foraged food ” Muscadine “. Muscadine (Vitis rotundifolia) is a member of the grape family.

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Morse Code Alphabet: 4 Tricks for Learning it Quickly

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There are plenty of tricks preppers use to learn the Morse code alphabet.
You can use it to communicate secretly with people you trust during emergencies.
Recognizing Morse code the second you hear it allows you to react quickly, which could save you in a SHTF situation.

Morse Code Alphabet Chart Explained



In Morse code, we represent letters through dots, dashes, and empty spaces.
These sounds have a rhythm, allowing others who know the code to interpret the message. It breaks down like this:

• The dot is the standard measurement unit.
• A dash is the length of three dots.
• A space between letters is three dots.
• A space between words is seven dots.

The most popular form of this code is the International Morse Code. It’s more straightforward than the original code, so it’s the version you’ll need to learn.
The Morse code alphabet isn’t as random as you may think. The most used letters have shorter patterns, making spelling common words faster. For example, the most-used letter in the alphabet is “E.” So, it makes sense that “E” is a single dot.

“T” is one of English’s next most common letters, a single dash in Morse code.

Importance of Morse Code Alphabet for Preppers



Learning the Morse code alphabet is essential for preppers. You can use it in a disaster situation where other modern forms of communication are down. That way, even if your phone or computer loses service, you can still contact others.
Also, Morse code is a more secure communication method. Not many people know this code today, so you don’t need to worry as much about someone intercepting your message.

It’s a very versatile skill to have, and it can keep your brain in shape by making you think on the fly. Many people think it’s fun for this reason.
Lastly, you’ll learn more about our communication history, which can help you better understand modern forms of communication.

Morse Code Tools

Preppers have used Morse code to transmit messages through the radio, flashlights, and even tapping to organize and get help in emergencies.

Knowing how to interpret it could save your life someday, but you’ll need a way to send and receive messages. Here’s what you can do:

• Get a Ham radio and the proper licenses.
• Get a reliable SOS flashlight.
  
• Find a Morse code tapper for training.

4 Tricks for Learning the Morse Code Alphabet Faster



Morse code can seem intimidating at first, but don’t worry. It’ll come to you quickly. There are several tricks preppers have used for years to memorize it efficiently and accurately.
These tricks will help you learn the Morse code letters as fast as possible.

1. Use Mnemonics

One of the best ways to learn Morse code is through mnemonics. This strategy can work for all types of learners because it helps you recall the letters quickly.
It lets you associate the letters with different sounds or words so that you can identify them in messages.
Start by breaking words down into syllables, then pair them with different Morse code letters. A good example is using “apple” for the letter “A.” Let’s look at the syllable breakdown:

• Apple = “ap-ple” = .- (dot dash)

Another great example would be using “eat” for the Morse code letter “E” because it only has one syllable.

• Eat = “eat” = . (dot)
  

There are plenty more Morse code mnemonics that you can memorize.

2. Listen More Than Write

It’s tempting to practice Morse code by writing. This strategy can work, but you should listen more than you write to learn it quickly.
Morse code is an audible communication form. So, you want to practice recognizing and recreating the sound patterns. The more familiar you are with the sounds, the easier it is to “hear” and understand the message with little effort.

You can practice by listening to the Morse code alphabet online. Try tapping or speaking along with the video to help you learn faster. You can slow down YouTube videos and then return them to regular speed as you get more comfortable.

3. Learn With Other Preppers

Learning with a loved one is perfect. You’ll feel more motivated and have someone to send messages to. Plus, you’ll know they can reach you in an emergency, no matter the situation outside.
You both must practice sending and receiving codes. That way, you can build your listening and decoding skills at the same rate.
Next, you can provide each other with constructive feedback. You should discuss how well you both stay in rhythm and whether you catch any spelling mistakes.
The feedback can help you learn better. You’ll also be less likely to form bad habits and make the same mistakes multiple times.

4. Try Free Online Tools and Apps

You should make use of the free tools available to you. You can check out online videos, borrow audiobooks from your local library, and download apps.
Google even offers a free Morse code trainer that you can use on your smart device.
These free resources are available to everyone with an internet connection. So, you can learn Morse code no matter your finances. It makes this code accessible to more people.
Using free tools also lets you learn at your own pace. If you took a class, you’d have to keep up with everyone else. You’re more likely to retain the alphabet if you memorize it at a more comfortable speed. Plus, you can learn from the comfort of your home.

FAQ

How long does it take to master Morse code?

Most people learn the Morse code alphabet in a matter of months. The more you practice, the faster you’ll memorize. However, you don’t want to burn yourself out on it. Most people recommend 20 to 30 minutes a day to practice at most.

Is learning Morse code difficult?

It’s not challenging to learn Morse code. Once you have memorized the alphabet, you can quickly send messages because you can already spell in English. The hardest part is committing your time to practicing it consistently.

Wrap Up

In short, preppers should learn the Morse code alphabet.
Knowing it allows you to secretly and reliably communicate with others in emergencies.
Using these four tricks will help you memorize it as quickly as possible.


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