Serving Clovis, Portales and the Surrounding Communities
Serving Clovis, Portales and the Surrounding Communities
Information on using oil ink-based pencils to color quilt fabric, preparing a monthly budget, and new technology in the vacuum cleaner industry will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Saturday (all times Mountain).
Erica Plank is a designer and owner of Unseen Hands. She’s going to demonstrate how to use oil-ink based pencils to color quilt fabric. She’ll show the difference it makes if used on white versus ivory fabric. Plank lives in Frontenac, Kansas.
Why do most people find it hard to create a monthly budget? Budget counselor, coach and author, Judy Lawrence suggests planning ahead to make the process easier. She calls this the “Windshield” approach versus using the “Rear View Mirror-Only” approach of only tracking expenses. Lawrence is from Albuquerque.
Toufic Khayrallah or T.K. is going to demonstrate how the Sirena vacuum system works to collect pet hair, allergens, dust and debris from carpet, upholstery and floors. This is especially important for those who suffer from various allergies. He is the CEO of Sirena, Inc. and lives in Ottawa, Canada.
Information on composting food waste, working with a no-bake polymer clay and preparing healthy lunches and snacks will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” noon Tuesday and 2 p.m Saturday.
Business partners Christy Kabbani and Nicky Poloski will explain their concept at Two Mothers Foods where they compost all vegetarian waste in order to save landfill space. They will also talk about steps they take to control nutrient waste. They live in Naperville, Illinois.
Designer and crafter, Ann Butler will show how to take a wooden wreath, various paints and a No Bake Polymer Clay to create a variety of fall home décor items. She uses a push mold to create the leaves and then adds metallic shimmers for that extra special touch. Her company is Ann Butler Designs and she’s from Villard, Minnesota.
Pat Baird is a registered dietitian and represents Country Crock. She will talk about healthy school lunches and snacks and look at some quick and easy ways to make nutritious lunches and snacks at home. She’s from Greenwich, Connecticut.
Healthy school lunches and snacks
The obesity problem among kids has created a big push for healthier school lunches and snacks. One in three children is overweight or obese. School lunch programs include more whole grains, calcium, vitamin D and potassiurm. That’s because the latest Dietary Guidelines say people of all ages are not getting enough — and calls them “shortfall” nutrients.
Calcium and Vitamin D: These two are the most important for bone health. Without vitamin D, calcium won’t work. Low fat and fat free milk are critical, and schools serve flavored as well as regular milk. Vitamin D is hard to get because it’s only in a few foods. Salmon (fresh and canned), milk and fortified cereals are the best sources.
Whole Grains: Whole grains are a great source of fiber, vitamins and minerals. Kids eat mostly refined grains
Make snacks like mini muffins using whole grain flour; make granola from scratch; pop corn in the microwave and use spray flavoring. Replace butter and other saturated fats with soft spray. Use them for cooking and for spreading. Read labels and buy whole-grain crackers for healthier dips that include avocado and yogurt.
Potassium: Potassium is an important mineral that helps with heart function, muscle contraction, fluid balance and many other important functions. All fruits and vegetables are good sources. Less than 25% of Americans consume the recommended amount of potassium. Sweet potatoes, bananas, oranges, and dairy products are good sources (another good reason to have more milk, yogurt and cottage cheese.)
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