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Ladybug wings

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Making costumes for kids is fun, you can showcase your creative side. But at the same time it can get stressful for the parents. Here I will show you a very simple step by step process to make ladybug wings which you can do within half an hour or so. The only thing you might need is the right colour felt material and some of your time. Think about all the money and the time you will save going to a store and buying a costume which the kid will probably wear just for one day.   You need: 1. Red felt (about half meter) 2. Black felt (quarter meter) 3. Cardboard or hard paper (use cardboard boxes or cereal boxes) 4. Scissors 5. Glue 6. Red thread 7. One needle Steps: 1. Draw one circle on a cardboard or hard paper. You can use a large plate to trace the circle on the cardboard. Cut out the cardboard circle using the scissors.  2. Draw the same shape on the red felt. This time you need two circles – one for the front and one for the back of the wing.  Cut out

Crunchy Lentil cake (Piyaju) – vegan and vegetarian friendly

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Lentil is a source of protein for a large portion of world population. However, it is an under rated food group in western culture. Consuming lentil has many health benefits. It is high in fiber, low in fats, high in protein and it is gluten free. Lentil can be a great alternative for people who would like to increase their protein intake without consuming animal products.   The recipe I prepared with lentil takes you far from a lentil soup you have probably tried and got bored eating. This crunchy delectable savory item can add variety in your vegetarian/vegan menu. This can be served as a finger food in a party or as a side dish on a dinner menu or even as an after school snack for kids. This recipe is vegan and vegetarian friendly but can be cherished by meat-eaters as well. Impress your friends by preparing sometime new and fresh!   Ingredients: 1.      1 cup of dry lentil (masoor dal – orange in colour, you can find this item in oriental section of your grocery st