Wooden Wedding Rings

greedy_star asked:


I can weld, I have the equipment and the training so that’s not an issue. I have searched the interweb and all I can find for free are crappy wooden plans. The guys that I have wrestling in our company would break that in one night. We already have a pro ring but it is 12×12 and we need something bigger. We don’t have 6-12k to spend so we are looking into making one. I would appreciate any info I can get. Thanks.

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Guido Nussbaum asked:


While I am sure that other people make and eat fudge I will always associate it with Scotland, a land of people notorious for their sweet tooth. Fudge is a sort of soft toffee, and the somewhat grainier version called tablet is also very popular. These recipes are handed down from generation to generation and in a country where the weather isn’t always as bright as it might be many a rainy afternoon is spent making sweeties.

Although often made with the ‘help’ of small children the cooking process needs a lot of care as you are dealing with very high temperatures and very sticky ingredients.

Tablet

2 lb/ I kilo bag of granulated sugar.

A ½ lb, 400 gram tin of condensed milk

3 oz/100 grams of unsalted butter

A little milk to dampen the sugar.

1 teaspoon of vanilla extract - you could also use coconut or almond flavorings.

Don’t try and substitute low fat spreads - they won’t have the right taste, and there are already so many calories a bit more won’t make any difference. Just be judicious in how much you eat.

You will need a large, non stick pan, a wooden spoon, a large, greased shallow baking tray, a plate, a glass of cold water and a teaspoon. The pan needs to be large because the mixture doubles in volume when it is heated.

Place the sugar in the pan and dampen it with a little milk. Now add the remainder of the ingredients and heat, stirring until it comes to the boil. Turn down to a simmer. If brown streaks appear turn down the heat. If you get black specks it is ruined so let the phone ring. You can always ring them back. As the mixture darkens keep cooking and keep stirring for 20 minutes.

Take a teaspoonful of the mix and place in the cold water. I t should form a gooey lump that will drip off the spoon very slowly. If not ready place spoon on plate and try again after a minute or two. Don’t put the hot spoon in your mouth or you will blister your tongue. Take the mixture off the heat and beat with the wooden spoon until it begins to feel gritty and mixture becomes slightly firmer Now pour into greased tray and let cool.

Fudge

The ingredients for fudge are very similar.

397g can of condensed Milk

5fl oz, 150 mls milk

1lb, 450 g of demerara sugar

4oz, 120 grams unsalted butter

This is enough for an 18 inch square tin of fudge. Grease some baking parchment and use to line the tin. Place all the ingredients in a large pan and heat quite slowly, stirring until every grain of sugar has dissolved. Now bring the pan to the boil and cook for about 10 -12 minutes, stirring. After10 minutes place a teaspoonful of the mixture in a glass of cold water. It should form a soft ball. If not quite ready cook for a further 2 minutes and try again. Take the pan off the heat and beat for about 10 minutes. By this time the mixture should be quite thick. Pour into tray and leave to cool before dividing into squares. You might want to pour some melted chocolate over the cooled fudge and letting this set before cutting it up. Other versions sprinkle the hot fudge with 2 tablespoons of desiccated coconut or stir in a handful of sultanas immediately before pouring.

If you can resist the temptation to eat the lot fudge and tablet make great gifts and also sell well at fundraisers.



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DLZ asked:


My fiancee and I opted to save for purchasing a home rather than an expensive wedding/ ring set. I wanted to shop around for possible ring bargains anyways though. Any help would be appreciated! Thanks! :]

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Batsheva Vaknin asked:


There is nothing like wood furniture to add elegance and beauty to a home. Whether it is a thick, all-natural butchers block table, an Art Deco wooden dresser, a simple mahogany dining room table or a sleek, modern coffee table, wood furniture is a staple in homes across America and the world. Make sure your wood tables, vanities and dressers stay gorgeous for generations to come with these simple solutions and guidelines.

Stain, Stain, Go Away!

Ever gasped after a child inadvertently left a giant scratch in the surface of your dining room table? Or cringed when a well-meaning adult accidentally knocked over a drink onto your beautiful wood coffee table? Well, fear not. One of the best attributes of wood furniture is that it is simple to touch up or renew its original luster.

Small nicks and scratches can usually be disguised with the help of a store-bought scratch cover product. For larger scratches, try using a felt tip pen or shoe polish in a color closely matched to the finish of the furniture piece. Shoe polish applicator bottles filled with the stain work well for the cover-up job, as do Sharpie markers. Coloring in the scratch is easy and surprisingly effective.

Get rid of pesky water spots on your wood furniture by allowing the spots to dry completely, then rubbing real mayonnaise onto it with a soft cloth, until the spots disappear. Erase color rings left on tables by cups and glasses with a homemade mixture of cigarette ashes and cooking oil. Prep the stain first by scrubbing it with an abrasive pad or sandpaper. Then, rub the oil and ash concoction into the wood.

And what about candle wax, marring the beautiful finish of your wood dining room table? Wait until the wax cools, then apply ice. Once the wax becomes extremely hard and brittle, gently scrape it off with a plastic spatula. Finally, polish the table with a rich cream polish, and buff away any residue.

Prevent serious damage to your wood furniture by taking care not to position it in direct sunlight. Unless you are going for the weathered picnic table look, shield all wood furniture from the drying influence of the sun. Also, protect your dining room table’s finish using an inexpensive table pad when the table is not in use.

When eating a meal or entertaining guests, use a tablecloth or placemats to protect the finish of a wood table, especially when serving hot food. Place hot serving dishes atop a hot pad and candle holders over a large felt protector with a plastic top, since plastic prevents wax from running.

Use coasters beneath all glasses and mugs to protect your coffee table, dining room table and wood dressers from unsightly rings and water spots. Beware, because not all coasters are created equal. Metal coasters can sweat onto the wood, and plastic coasters can react with certain finishes on some wood furniture pieces. So consider choosing wooden coasters with felt backing and a waterproof material on top to further ensure the longevity of your wood table tops. The best coasters are those that taper up on the sides, preventing leakage.

Polishing wood furniture every week goes a long way toward protecting the finish from damage and helping your wood tables, chairs and dressers look their best. Beware, though, of cheap polishes, or any polish that contains silicone or alcohol. Alcohol can do permanent damage to a wood surface, as can any household cleaner that contains ammonia. An excellent polish can be easily made at home, by combining lemon oil with 3 parts olive oil.

Now that you know about polishes, don’t forget to clean your wood furniture as well. Regular cleaning is especially important for coffee tables and dining room tables where food and drink are daily staples. Use a very mild soap, such as a diluted mixture of hand soap and water, as a cleaning agent for your wood furniture. And if you really want to ensure your dining room table or heirloom wood desk stays beautiful, have your wood furniture buffed and polished by a professional service once or twice a year.

Now you are fully armed to properly care for your wood furniture. And don’t be disheartened if you are unable to make a nick or small stain disappear completely. Signs of use can add character to a piece of wood furniture, and are often barely noticeable. Whether it is a dresser, coffee table, bookshelf, desk, or dining room table, wood furniture is the perfect addition to any home.



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