Posted by: Erika W. Smith
in Eat Me
on Nov 29, 2012
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If you’re upset about the recent news that Hostess Brands is closing (meaning no more Twinkies, Ding Dongs, Donettes, or Hostess Cupcakes, EVER), don’t fear: we’ve got your back. Lara Ferroni’s cookbook, Real Snacks: Make Your Favorite Childhood Treats Without All The Junk, has preservative-free recipes of all your favorite junk food, including Twinkies.
Ferroni wrote on her website:
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Posted by: Erika W. Smith
in Crafty
on Nov 28, 2012
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For adorable, vintage-inspired jewelry and accessories with a twist, look no further than With Care. Created by Rhode Islander Elizabeth Novak, With Care is an Etsy shop that includes items like place-themed souvenir rings and lockets, nautical necklaces, Victorian-inspired perfume pins, and more.
Many of With Care’s pieces are vintage-inspired, with an edge — the collar bar will take you back to the Mad ...
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Posted by: Erika W. Smith
in General
on Nov 22, 2012
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Candice Cox makes jewelry that will blow your mind. "Jewelry" isn't even the right word - it's more like wearable art. CanDid Art Accessories are stunning, edgy pieces that go far beyond your basic necklaces and bracelets to body chains, shoulder pieces, ear cuffs, and circlets. And - lucky us - they're coming to the BUST Magazine Holiday Craftacular!
CanDid Art Accessories burst onto the New York scene in 2011, shortly after Candice ...
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Posted by: Erika W. Smith
in General
on Nov 19, 2012
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A study by Yale scientists has shown that academic scientists are, on average, biased against women. The study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS), tested scientists’ reactions to men and women with exactly equal qualifications.
In the study, academic scientists — both men and women — were given an application from a student applying for a lab manager position. The applications were all ...
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Posted by: Erika W. Smith
in Crafty
on Nov 17, 2012
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Get your best pin-up, rockabilly, or burlesque-style hair accessories at Dollsville NYC. Dollsville creator Laura combines her love of vintage music and culture with 10 years of experience in the NYC fashion industry to create beautiful, unique fascinators, cocktail hats, veils, bows, and more.
All items are hand-sewn, sculpted, and painted — and they’re all gorgeous, eye-catching standout pieces. If ...
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