Giving thanks for self-reliant Americans Dec 2, 2008
I learned how to make my own shampoo, toothpaste, soaps, cloth napkins, dish scrubbies, potholders, skirts (mend all clothes) and most meals from scratch. We heat our home exclusively with wood, and I am currently growing a winter garden. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
BLESSINGS OF SELF-RELIANCE Nov 27, 2008
"I learned how to make my own shampoo, toothpaste, soaps, cloth napkins, dish scrubbies, potholders, skirts (mend all clothes) and most meals from scratch. We heat our home exclusively with wood, and I am currently growing a winter garden. The spring garden will be in containers by the last week of December to prepare for spring planting. I do not see this as a downfall or a tragedy. "For those worried about holiday spending: I spent only 100 for a family of six last Christmas, and most of that... (New York Post -- Opinions)
Reno Fire Chief: Nearly 4,300 fires occur Thanksgiving Day Nov 27, 2008
Use potholders and oven mitts to prevent burns. If you are burned, do not use ice, butter or other substances on the burn. (KRNV.com, NV)
Thanksgiving top day for home cooking fires Nov 27, 2008
Keep anything that can catch fire, such as potholders, oven mitts, wooden utensils, paper and plastic bags, and even curtains and kitchen towels away from the stove top. It is important to clean all food spills and grease from the burner areas as soon as they happen. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
State fire marshal offers safety tips for holiday meals Nov 26, 2008
Keep potholders, dish towels and other combustibles away from stove burners. Heat cooking oil slowly and watch it closely; it can ignite quickly. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Don't get burned when frying a turkey Nov 25, 2008
Use well-insulated potholders or oven mitts when touching pot or lid handles. If possible, wear safety goggles to protect your eyes from oil splatter. (Florida Today)
FIRE DEPT. OFFICIALS URGE COOKING SAFETY Nov 25, 2008
Whether cooking turkey, ham, baking pies or preparing vegetables, Tisdale said it s important to keep things that can catch fire, such as potholders, paper or plastic bags, food packaging, and wooden utensils away from the stove, and wear short, close fitting or tightly rolled sleeves when over the stove. Loose clothing can dangle onto stove burners and catch fire they come in contact with a gas heater or electric burner, he said. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Shop local/funky not cookie-cutter Nov 22, 2008
Loomed potholders were popular; also aprons, doll clothes, fudge and Christmas cookies. One mom made snow globes out of empty baby food jars. (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
More of this story Oct 28, 2008
Lewis became known for her tapestries of purple, yellow and green and expanded her loom line to include potholders and plant cushions. By fourth grade she and a neighbor, the late Peter Faerber, were going door-to-door selling her woven ware to put money into their neighborhood club s soda and candy fund. (Newport Daily News, RI)
Safely Deep Frying a Turkey Oct 25, 2008
Do not attempt to touch the turkey deep fryer with bare hands; use potholders at all times. Do not use the turkey deep fryer indoors. (Suite101.com)
Uh-uh, no way: What recipe turns your stomach? Oct 23, 2008
It's the one thing in a recipe be it ingredient or methodology that instantly makes a cook hang up her potholders and order takeout. Freshly baked bread. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
A preventable problem: Fire-related deaths in Arkansas Oct 8, 2008
Keep cooking areas free of flammable objects such as potholders and towels. Never leave lit candles unattended. (Heber Springs Sun-Times, AR)
Fire Prevention Week set for Oct 5-11 Oct 8, 2008
If you leave the kitchen for even a short period time, turn off the stove, keep anything that can catch fire - potholders, oven mitts, wooden utensils, paper or plastic bags - away from your stovetop and always keep an oven mitt and lid handy. If a small fire starts in a pan on the stove, put on the oven mitt and smother the flames by carefully sliding the lid over the pan. (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
HOLIDAY BAZAARS Oct 3, 2008
Holiday decorations, great gifts, art, jewelry, cloth pumpkins, table runners and place mats, angel tree toppers, ornaments, Halloween, fall and Christmas banners, halibut and salmon potholders, baked goods, jams and jellies available ... Look for quilted items, table linens, heart potholders, aprons, bags, pillow cases, adorable little girls' dresses, jelly and Debbie's famous jalapeno jelly. (Anchorage Daily News)
Off-Campus UConn Students Reminded Of Rights, Responsibilities Aug 28, 2008
"Welcome and just remember to be a good neighbor and we'll be a good neighbor back," Paterson said, handing Miko a plastic bag containing potholders, a magnet and handy town and university phone numbers. Related links. (FOX61, CT)
YESTERDAYS: Lawn party at St. Pauls Parish Aug 25, 2008
AT THE PLAYGROUNDS: Foster School Janet Rice, Director, Suellen McCarthy Assistant Using gimp and making potholders were the two most popular activities functioning at the Foster School Playground. The children took home colorful potholders to their mothers and gimp articles for friends as well as for themselves. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Vacation Bible Schools try excitement Jun 15, 2008
Goodbye coloring books and potholders. Hello hand-designed T-shirts and volcanoes. (The Palm Beach Post)
Mother's Day Knit & Crochet Ideas May 5, 2008
It s not possible to own too many potholders, no matter what anyone may say. Tell Mom how much her cooking is appreciated by making her a set of potholders. (Suite101.com)
Matzo meal popovers Apr 16, 2008
Using potholders to lift the hot pan, return it to the oven and bake 22 to 25 minutes or until the popovers are puffed and golden brown. - Adapted from the Metropolitan Club. (Boston Globe)
Dealing their oats Apr 9, 2008
Poaching the subjectWe've seen baking sheets, spatulas, molds, potholders, and mitts migrating to silicon. Now Fusion Brands of Atlanta has come up with a slick idea for poaching eggs using colorful little cups made of the weird-feeling stuff. (Boston Globe)
Obama's lapel pin Apr 8, 2008
It s like people who sport the flag in their front yard, some even have 50 foot poles they raise the flag upon every morning, then there s the flags on SUV s you see occasionally, dont forget the many Betsy Ross Sewing Clubs that have sprang up around the country, (they sew flag potholders, oven mitts, doilies, and coasters). but anyway, I think bumper stickers, lapels, old reagan movies where he was a navy pilot and the descendents of the japanese pilots who reagan killed in the movie who miss... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
NOW FOR OJ'S NEXT TRICK . . . Apr 3, 2008
NOW FOR OJ'S NEXT TRICK. is flirting with the can again. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Commission approves EMS equipment upgrade Mar 6, 2008
Kelly discussed purchasing potholders with the What s Cookin theme printed on them as promotional items for the booth. The order of 1,000 potholders would be approximately 1,200. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Pennies for Elephants Feb 11, 2008
He made potholders on a red plastic loom to sell at a school fair ... When the day of the sale arrived, Eli's potholders were surrounded by his classmates' contributions. (Slate)
Now We're Cookin' Jan 28, 2008
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Aprons make a fashion comeback Jan 22, 2008
Darling used to sell vintage American textiles like potholders, aprons and tablecloths via the online auction site eBay. But bidders wouldn t pay more than 5, and she thought her aprons were too precious to part with them so cheaply. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Practice Fire Safety During Holidays Dec 20, 2007
Never leave flammable materials such as potholders, paper towels, etc around the stove. Always maintain a kid free zone of at least three feet around cooking equipment. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Full Story » Dec 19, 2007
Don't walk away from a pot on a stove and be sure not to leave anything flammable, such as potholders or paper towels, near burners. Supplemental heating appliances account for 36 percent of residential home fires in rural areas. (Boulder Colorado Daily, CO)
The Dos and Don'ts of Regifting Dec 7, 2007
That way, the original gift-giver won't find out that those potholders he painstakingly picked out have found a second life elsewhere. Make sure all original packaging is intact: Does it pass the shrinkwrap test. (MSNBC -- Business)
Holiday Gifts for Gourmet Bakers Dec 2, 2007
Oven potholders stain resistant silicone in pretty colors $5. 95 Stonewall Kitchen. (Suite101.com)
Opinion: Zero-waste: Whats old is new Nov 29, 2007
Stripped and woven into braided rugs, trivets and potholders. Who would dare not be so scrupulous. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Holiday blesses givers, receivers Nov 23, 2007
So Hawes, 50, put on clear plastic gloves, grabbed two red potholders, and "got promoted" to a runner. "How many turkeys have I carried? Gosh," Hawes said, waiting in the line to get dressing in a makeshift outdoor kitchen. (News & Observer)
Turkey Day is a good day for kitchen fires Nov 22, 2007
Store anything combustible (fabric potholders, towels, rags, paper food packaging, and so on) away from heat. Don't Miss. (CNN)
Thanksgiving Fire Safety Nov 22, 2007
-Keep potholders and food wrappers at least three feet away from heat sources while cooking. -Keep stoves, ovens, and ranges turned off if the responsible adult leaves the kitchen. (FOX23 News, NY)
Fire Department Offers Fryer Safety Tips Nov 20, 2007
- Use goggles and potholders. - Never use an extinguisher for a grease fire. (KERO 23, CA)
Safe cooking ‘recipes' for the holidays Nov 20, 2007
Keep potholders, dishtowels, food packaging and other clutter off the stovetop. Clean cooking equipment; built-up grease can catch fire. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
Humor Me: Turkey tips for the big day Nov 20, 2007
A 25-pounder should cook for a full five hours, or at least until desperate relatives begin to eat your potholders. As for any turkey more than 25 pounds, be very, very careful. (KHOU.com, TX)
Red Cross Talks Turkey about Thanksgiving Safety Nov 16, 2007
"People can easily become distracted and lose track of what's happening in the kitchen when they are enjoying spending time with family and friends." To help prevent home fires this Thanksgiving, the Red Cross suggests the following tips: -- Keep potholders and food wrappers at least three feet away from heat sources while cooking -- Wear tighter fitting clothing with shorter sleeves when cooking -- Make sure all stoves, ovens, and ranges have been turned off when you leave the kitchen -- Set... (PR Newswire)
IAN COPPLE, 9, and Alyssa Bonfigli, 8, show off... Nov 16, 2007
New this year, attendees can learn to make snowflake kirigami and stenciled potholders. Guests can enjoy refreshments and holiday music, with an extra-special guest set to attend from 1 to 2 p.m. Visitors to the park that day may tour the Vallejo home as well. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Norma I. Davis Nov 9, 2007
She enjoyed doing crafts, quilting, and crocheting afghans, potholders and many other items to pass on to friends and relatives. Many summers were spent with her family in the beautiful outdoors. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Silicone alley: Latest generation of kitchen gadgets flexible and efficient Oct 17, 2007
Kitchen God saw that these spatulas were not only good, but dishwasher safe, and went on to make silicone potholders and pastry brushes. That was Old Testament silicone. (The Clarion-Ledger)
RVFD fired up about prevention Oct 16, 2007
Keep towels, potholders and curtains away from flames and heating elements. Clean cooking surfaces regularly to prevent grease buildup, which can ignite. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
2007 holiday bazaars Sep 28, 2007
The Magi group has made three-dimensional Santa banners, Nativity and snowman banners, halibut and salmon potholders, Halloween-decorated fences, happy pumpkins and many other items. They will feature bread, cookies, cakes, jams and jellies and other baked delicacies. (Anchorage Daily News)
Kitchen collectibles grow in popularity Sep 22, 2007
Kitchen collectibles hot, from mixing bowls to potholders ... So, retro potholders not only look nice hung on the wall, but also can be called into duty for a hot baking sheet. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Solar lifeline Sep 18, 2007
Violence in Darfur has left more than 200,000 dead and 2. Solar cookers in refugee camp reduce the need for firewood by up to 75 percent. (CNN -- International)
Recipe for fun: Get kids cookin' Aug 16, 2007
30-day news archives. " Naiah said."Yummy, yummy, yummy," chimed Zion.Then the children turned to cooking casseroles called Pennies and Potatoes and baking Peanut Butter Cup Cookies. It was a busy morning in the kitchen for all three.But Lara said the time and effort were well spent. Cooking for themselves fosters self-confidence and independence, she said."You get to see them so excited," she said. "I love to see them have so much fun and be able to make something by themselves. (Florida Today)
How hot is it? Joke away! Aug 8, 2007
The birds have to use potholders to pull worms out of the ground. The trees are whistling for the dogs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Two Granny's said to be Crafty Jul 28, 2007
Their creations include knitting, crocheting, appliquing, and sewing items such as: purses, aprons, dolls, towel sets, potholders, pillowcases, etc. They're also into making jewelry. (Gridley Herald, CA)
ConsumerMan: Smoke fingerprints May 16, 2007
Keep cooking areas free of flammable objects (such as, potholders and towels). Avoid wearing clothes with long, loose-fitting sleeves when cooking. (MSNBC -- Business)
Housing Update -- Take extra care for fire prevention Mar 16, 2007
Towels, potholders and curtains should be kept a safe distance from the stovetop burners. Potholders can ignite if they come in contact with heating elements on the stove or in the oven. (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
Fundraiser set for woman whose disease took an unusual turn Feb 23, 2007
A variety of items quilts, potholders, gift certificates from local business and signed CDs from Toby Keith and Wayne Newton will be sold in a silent auction. For the first five years, her lupus was controlled with steroids and antimalarial medication. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Bringin' it all back home Feb 1, 2007
More than a mere fan of DOOM, though, the Count appeared on the masked MC's 2001 Rhymesayers dbut, MM Food as the Caramelo-smooth guest MC who kicks off flow duties on the candy-coated, xylophone-punctuated "Potholderz." He breaks it down like this: "I make music every weekend / It's a chore / A fact of life / A labor of love / I get mad love but I can test the labor / And it's wages / You know death / I serving life from this gift of god / Don't forget your potholders my niggaz.". And even... (Daily Iowan, IA)
Flex your gear Jan 24, 2007
But in recent years cooks have been deluged with silicone spatulas, cake pans, muffin tins, potholders, colanders and ties ... But I confess that I have fallen head over heels for the splatter screen, the potholders and the baking mats ... YES TO POTHOLDERS, NO TO FLOPPY PANS. (Charlotte.com, NC -- Living)
Popcorn, games, books filled 1920s winter nights Jan 23, 2007
Then, armed with two sturdy potholders, mother lifted the lid, dumped in half-a-cup of corn and started shaking. A spare dishpan was waiting for the popped corn. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
The best and the worst of Christmas past Jan 8, 2007
The stack of arriving bills, the basket with receipts, the everyday potholders (Santa and a snowman replaced them on the fridge), the mismatched everyday dishes, the magazines usually piled too high on your coffee table. You hide all these "essentials" when company is coming. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Vegetarian Today: Deep-dishes bring fond memories Jan 4, 2007
I still vividly recall her slowly walking toward the table holding the huge dish with potholders. She would focus intently on getting the dish to the waiting stand, much like an astronaut rendezvousing in space with the docking station. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
