Tuesday Quick Hints

Photo backgrounds: Use black cardstock, like in the photo above, or a clear vellum as a background on close-ups. It eliminates ugly backdrops and lets your subject shine. You can buy them at any scrapbook store.

Brown Buttered Popcorn: I read this in Real Simple this month. Pour browned butter and freshly grated parmesan over popcorn. When you see me waddle by in size 22 jeans, you’ll know this is the reason why.

Shave your legs: If you find yourself without running water, camping, for instance, then you can shave your legs using hair conditioner. It makes the hairs soft and pliable and doesn’t need to be rinsed thoroughly. It leaves your legs soft too.