Virtuous Girlhood

Writing Tips: 10 Things Every Writer Must Have And Do

By Miss Sarah H.

1. Always have something to write on with you; you never know when you will get inspired.

2. Have good baby name book. This has always helped me when I need a name and can’t think of one.

3. Have some time to just observe people; this will help you make better characters.

4. Have some magazines around; they are always helpful to get ideas out of.

5. Have something in your room that reminds you of your current book. Whether that is a picture, a figurine or whatever, keeping your book in mind is important.

6. Have a good set of encyclopedias and/or access to the web 24/7 so that can always look things up.

7. Watch movies and/or look at books with lots of pictures to get ideas on how to describe things.

8. Don’t sit behind your computer or in front of your pen and ink all the time, this will stifle your creativity.

9. Have a love for museums and history; if you don’t already, then develop a love for it. There is so much writing material in museums and history to be had.

10. Have some good friends that are willing to smear the red ink all over your story (Hi Jessica, Eliza and Arianna!).

What are some things you like to have around?

Great Sewing Tip: 2 Easy Doll Patterns

Here are 2 easy doll patterns that me and my sisters have made.

1. Simplicity: 4364
2. Simplicity:3520

(These are for 18 inch dolls.) If you wait for Joanns 99 cent Pattern sales you can get a much better deal.

Beauty tips: Three Secrets to Great Hair

1.Use the right product for the right hair

No hair care product -Regardless of its quality-works for all types of hair.

Four essential oils work great on hair and make them smell nice too!

1. Citrus 2. Jasmine 3. Rose 4. Lavender

2. Use the right scalp washes and rinses.

The right scalp washes and rinses help alot.

3. Keep hair free from chemicals.

Avoid synthetic hair treatments, styling aids, chemical shampoos, conditioners, and all non Organic body products including cosmetics, deodorants,toothpaste, and soaps.

Hope this helps!

His Handmaiden,

RL

Beauty Tips: 3 Recipes To Make Your Own Lipstick

Well you say, I don’t/can’t wear lipstick well I am sure your mom, Aunt, cousin, or grandmother does! Make some for them! So, here are three recipes for lipstick! (plus a base recipe!)

• Natural Lipstick  

• More Lipstick Recipes

• And The Last Lipstick Recipe

• And A Lipstick Base Recipe

These make great gifts and are easy to make for little to no money!

Happy crafting!

Photo credit of here.

Sewing Tips: Sense and Sensibility Tips

Do you sew? Are you going to make a dress by Mrs. Chancey? Than do I have something for you! I discovered a while back a page on her site and she has step, by step sewing tips and instructions for her dresses!

Here it is.

Happy Sewing!

Blessings,

~Miss RJ

Beauty Tips: Cheap Hairspray Recipe

Do you need to use hair spray? Don’t want to buy the stuff with all those bad ingredients in it? Then try this recipe! It costs lest than a penny to make and use!

1 12oz. spray bottle of water,

2 TBSP of white sugar, (or more if you need a better hold)

If desired Rose, Lavender, Jasmine, or Geranium essential oils, (just a drop or two)

Mix all together and apply! Know you have a penny hairspray that is good for you and that won’t dry out your hair!

Hints And Tips On Making Scones

Hints and Tips on Making Scones:

Use fresh ingredients, especially baking soda and baking powder, as it is essential to perfect biscuits.

Sift all the ingredients to aerate the flour, making lighter scones. Always measure first and then sift the flour. Sifting adds lightness and removes large lumps.

Only use butter and use it straight from the refrigerator. Cut first into small cubes, then add to flour.

Knead gently with your fingertips until dough just comes together. Don’t over handle the dough as will make your scones tough and rubbery.

Don’t use too much flour when you roll out your dough.

Use a sharp cutter on dough. Do not twist cutter; it causes unevenly risen, lopsided scones. Scones can be cut into any shape you desire. Use a drinking glass to make circles, or cut into squares or wedges with a knife. Dip the edges of the cutter in flour to prevent the dough from sticking. Do not pat the edges of the scone down; instead leave the cuts as sharp as possible to allow the scones to rise in layers.

Place cut scones close together on tray to encourage rising, but not spreading. For soft-sided biscuits, bake them with the edges touching. For crusty-sided biscuits, bake them 1/4 to 1/2 inches apart on the baking sheet.

A hot oven is essential to cook evenly risen, golden-brown scones with crisp crusts.

Bake dough immediately after making.

Scones should be eaten within a couple of hours of baking.

Freezing Scones:

Freezing baked scones: When the scones are cool, wrap airtight and hold at room temperature for up to one day or freeze to store longer. To reheat, unwrap scones (thaw wrapped, if frozen) and place onto a baking sheet. Bake in a 350 degrees oven 8 to 10 minutes or until warm.

Freezing unbaked scones: When the dough is made and patted into circles or cut into 8 wedges/circle, put on a cookie sheet and place, uncovered, in the freezer. It will take about an hour for the dough to freeze firm. Once the dough is firm, put frozen scones into a zip-lock bag and return them to the freezer.

When you are ready to bake, simply take out as many as you want, and let them sit on the kitchen counter on a piece of foil or parchment paper while you preheat the oven. They should only be allowed to thaw as long as it takes the oven to preheat.

Once the oven is preheated, put the scones onto a fresh sheet of parchment paper and bake. It will be necessary to extend the baking time by a few minutes (it could easily add up to 4-5 minutes to the baking time—just add it in 2 minute increments until you are sure of your times)

I cannot remember where or what friend sent this to me but I did not write it!

Blessings,

~RJ

Giveaways

Love free stuff? Want to get it without doing anything? Then you should check out this list of giveaways. (With your parents’ permission, of course!)

Blog Giveaways- Movie Tickets, Skin care products, and much more!

Etsy Giveaways- Jewelry, clothing, and crafts!

Giveaways On Blogs- Books, toys, and more!

Sweet ‘n’ Sassy Girls- Giveaways for the whole family.

Free Blog Giveaways-  Giveaways for everything!

This is just to give you and your mothers some ideas about what great giveaways are out there!

Blessings,

~RJ

Writing Hints

Do you struggle with writing? Or do you need some great writing ideas? Maybe you need some help! Well, I have compiled a list of really great articles, tips, hints, and websites that can help you out!

10 Things To Avoid When Writing by Sarah H.

Things Every Writer Should Have by Sarah H.

Finishing A Book by Sarah H.

Writing Hints by Film Script Writing (This is meant for movie writing but I figured it might be helpful!)

Hints For Writers

Literary Pursuits

Writing Prompts Websites:

http://www.creativewritingprompts.com/

http://www.creativity-portal.com/becreative/activities/writingprompts.html

http://fictionwriting.about.com/od/writingexercises/tp/writingprompts.htm

http://www.writersdigest.com/WritingPrompts/

Some Tips:

http://www.writing.com/main/handler/item_id/1008914-Writing-Hints–Tips

I hope these help you!

 (Please note that I do not agree with or endorse everything on these websites.)

Blessings,

~RJ

Liberty Day!

I know, I do this every year but this year Liberty Day is being hosted on March 20th, so register soon! If you don’t know what Liberty Day is, then you should check this out! It will be hosted in Medinah Baptist Church, Medinah, IL.

It is a very exciting event celebrating our nation’s history! Learn a lot and be inspired to learn more about our nation’s great history as Herb Titus and Paul Jehle share with us about history, Christianity, and government principles. Come, sit back and enjoy but be sure to stay for the evening festivities and have fun watching singing, stories, poetry, skits, speeches, and dialogs! Following these activities will be dancing and refreshments!

See you there!?

Blessings,

RJ

For Those Of You Who………

This post is for those of you who cook; here is a list of cooking websites!

• Del Sisters Kitchen
• Simply Recipes
• Food Network
• All Recipes
• Martha Stewart

Please note that I do not agree with everything on these websites!

Blessings,

~RJ

Olive Garden

Love Olive Garden but you don’t want to spend a lot of money on it? Then I have 2 solutions for you!

1. You can use Olive Garden’s recipes here!
2. Or you can use Giada De Laurentiis recipes here!

Please note that I do not agree with everything on theses sites.

Enjoy all these yummy recipes!

Blessings,

~RJ

Nail Polish Recipe

Nail polish comes in thousands of different shades and colors, but sometimes the one you’re looking for just isn’t there! Or maybe you don’t want to pay a ton of money for something you’ll only use a few times. So why don’t you get crafty and make your own nail polish!

I know it sounds a little extreme, but if you like to get creative, this is the project for you. Make sheer pink glitter, sparkly sunshine yellow, or anything that strikes your fancy. Here are the ingredients you will need:

1 paper envelope

1 bottle white or clear nail polish

1/2 to 1 teaspoon finely crushed powder eyeshadow or as needed ( you choose the color!)

1/3 teaspoon fine glitter (optional)

Start by making a tiny funnel by snipping off a corner of the envelope. Open the bottle of nail polish and position the funnel over the top.

Pour the eyeshadow and the glitter together into the nail polish bottle (use the funnel). Mix well with a small wooden stick. You can also close the bottle and shake well.

That’s it! Enjoy your nail polish!

Blessings,

~RJ

Challenge

I am sure some of you have heard about this but others may not have. It is called the Feelin Feminine Challenge.  The purpose of the challenge is to equip young women to be modest but yet stylish. You must wear only skirts or dresses for 7 days! Be modest, but let your creativity shine!

Please check out the link here.

Enjoy!

Blessings,

~RJ

Recipe For Perfume

Here is a recipe that I found on Rachel’s Supply

Solid Perfume
Ingredients:
3 parts Sweet Almond, Jojoba oil, or Olive Oil.

2 parts White beeswax
1 part Cosmetic Grade Fragrance Oil, choose from our huge line of Rachel’s Cosmetic Grade Fragrance Oils
Melt all ingredients over double boiler until well mixed and integrated. Pour into containers and let cool.

Oh, if you are wondering how to use solid perfume, check out this link here.

Blessings,

~RJ