I’m not quite sure where I heard this, all I know is that it stuck with me: “Embrace the consciousness that is trying to make its way into your life.” This year has brought its fair share of twists and turns. At least it has felt like a twisty-turny year, when compared to the plans… Continue reading Try This: Stream of Consciousness Writing
Category: DIY
Science major. Art hobby? How they help each other.
Ever since I was wee, art has always been a part of my life. Paper and pencils consistently trumped my Nintendo while waiting at restaurants, doctor’s visits, school plays – you name it. When I went to high school, as school intensified, I prioritized traditional academics to pursuing my artistic side. Of course, I still… Continue reading Science major. Art hobby? How they help each other.
Art during COVID
Like most students, education in the age of COVID has brought one consistency: screens. With technology all about, I’ve retraced my steps to one of my earliest and simplest pleasures (one that actually predates my love of food): art! Art has been on my mind a lot recently. For an article on the Tufts Daily,… Continue reading Art during COVID
Senior Project: wise&well, a non-toxic line of hygiene and household products
During my last year at high school, as a senior project, we choose a to explore a topic we’re interested in that will push our boundaries, create a product (intangible or tangible), and present it to the class. I was juggling two ideas: a line of children’s clothes or a line of non-toxic household and… Continue reading Senior Project: wise&well, a non-toxic line of hygiene and household products
DIY Air + Clothes Freshener (only 4 ingredients!)
Nearly three months into school, you begin to notice some things change – mostly in the lockerroom. With people leaving their workout clothes in their lockers, the whole room begins to develop its own signature scent. That’s why I’ve created a super easy-to-make air and clothes freshener with only four ingredients!
Project Fabricland: Diva Inspiration
In January, I participated for the fifth time in Project Fabricland, a sewing competition, similar to Project Runway. Each week, students meet for three hours to sew garments based on a theme. This year, the theme was Divas. This included style icons such as Marylin Monroe, Audrey Hepburn, Cher, among others. Sophia Loren has been… Continue reading Project Fabricland: Diva Inspiration
10 Minute DIY: Sparkle Your Sweater
Holiday Card Making Made Easy
Card making can be simple – yes, believe it or not, it can! Within minutes, you can achieve a Papyrus worthy card (with a more personal touch) just by following this simple dot technique – it’s simple enough for kids too. Plus, it looks expensive, festive, and creative. Even better, all you need is a… Continue reading Holiday Card Making Made Easy
DIY 3 Ingredient Coffee Body Scrub
Are you a coffee drinker? If you are, you probably throw away cups of previously brewed coffee grinds each day. But whether you’re a coffee drinker or not, you can use coffee grinds to make your own three ingredient coffee body scrub that softens your skin! There’s no need to spend money on $50 scrubs if you can… Continue reading DIY 3 Ingredient Coffee Body Scrub
Summery and Creative DIY Paperweight
Miss the summer? I think it’s safe to say that we all do, especially when you’re working hard at your desk underneath fluorescent lights. Most of your year takes place in that type of room, so it’s quite nice to look at a little souvenir from your sunlit vacation. While you still may have the time, put aside… Continue reading Summery and Creative DIY Paperweight