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   This was found at www.busybeekidscrafts.com .  Lots and lots of great stuff to do with the kids (even the adults that want to make something of their own stuff)! Easy Craft Clay This Easy Craft Clay recipe is a great all purpose clay which can make many different craft projects, from beads to ornaments! It dries to a white, matte finish and can then be painted with either Tempera or acrylic craft paint. Level of Difficulty: Moderate This craft clay is easy to make, but requires the use of the stove, make sure children are supervised when making this craft! Here's what you'll need... • 1 box baking soda (about 2 cups) • 1 cup cornstarch • 11/2 cups water • Sauce pan • Bowl • Spoon • Plastic wrap Here's how you make it... 1. Mix all the ingredients in a saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring consistently, until it is too thick to stir with a spoon. 2. Cool for 15 minutes, or until the dough is cool enough to touch. Knead it for abo...

    Bilbao's ‘Great Week' (‘Semana Grande' or ‘Aste Nagusia'),  is the most important and recognizable fiesta in Bilbao. The celebration begins on the first Saturday after the 15th of August and lasts 9 days. Bilbao's ‘Semana Grande' has been officially celebrated since 1978 and has been taking place continuously year after year with the exception of the year 1983 when Bilbao suffered severe floods. During those 9 days in August the whole of Bilbao is vibrant and full of life and there is a great variety of things to see and do. Bilbao during its fiestas is definitely the place to be!! • The first day of the fiestas will begin with the so-called txupinazo, which, since 2001, has taken place in the Plaza del Teatro Arriaga. This involves the launching of a rocket and the reading of the proclamation of the fiestas. • One of the most interesting things to see is a spectacular fireworks show, which will take place everyday at 22.30 and ca...

   This nice tutorial comes from www.iambaker.net .  Truely a master of her craft! How to Build a Layer Cake   One of the most common emails I get is “Can you do a tutorial on how to make a layer cake?” And while I am no expert, I would love to share the tips and tricks that I use! This is the SUPER FAST and EASY version. Use a good recipe . This can be a box mix or your favorite homemade recipe. You are looking for a cake the bakes up flat and even and moist and firm. Easy right? Just in case your cake does not bake evenly, have no fear! You can simply level your cake . There are three easy ways to do that: Use leveler or a long serrated knife to skim off the top dome part of your cake. If your cake has risen above the edges of your cake pan, you can rest the knife on the edges of the pan and use the pan as your guide. As soon as your cake is done cooking, take a clean towel and lay it on top of your cake. Press gently and evenly. Tip: T...