6 THE COURIER SUN • MOTHER’S DAY • MAY 8, 2014 FOR BREAKING NEWS VISIT www.couriersun.com mother’s day CREATIVE MOTHER’S DAY CRAFTS For Mother’s Day, celebrate the nurturing nature of mom with a specially painted fl ower pot that holds her favori The Chalkboard Herb Pot and Mommy’s Favorite Flower Pot projects from Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores don’t require any special skills, so anyone can make a customized gift for mom, grandma, or any other special mom in their life. Tips for Using Chalkboard Paint Chalkboard paint comes in classic black, but also comes in other colors as well. Make sure it’s completely dry before trying to write on it. Some chalkboard paints require you to condition the paint with chalk before using it. Read label instructions carefully. Tips for Decorating Using spray paint and hot glue guns may require adult supervision. Give the kids creative control – it may not turn out perfectly neat, but it will be perfect for mom. Not sure what to paint on the fl ower pot? Let the kids dip a hand or foot into the paint and put prints onto the pot. Or, cut fun shapes out of sponges or potatoes and let them stamp around the pot. You can fi nd more ideas, project guides and supplies at www.joann.com. Chalkboard Herb Pot No experience necessary Crafting Time: 3 to 5 hours Supplies and Tools: 1 Ceramo red clay fl ower pot Saucer to match pot, if desired Blackboard spray paint White paint pen or chalk Ribbon – width to match the size of the pot rim Hot glue gun and glue sticks Potting soil Plant of your choice 1. Wipe pot and saucer clean to remove all dust. 2. Spray pot and saucer with chalkboard spray paint – no need to paint the interior of the pot if using for planting. 3. Allow paint to fully dry – approximately 3 to 4 hours. 4. Attach ribbon around rim of pot using hot glue. 5. Fill the pot with a potting soil mix. 6. Transplant your favorite herbs or fl owers into the pot. 7. Write the name of the herb or fl ower on the outside of the pot using paint pen for a permanent fi nish or chalk for changeable fi nish. Mommy’s Favorite Flower Pot No experience necessary Crafting Time: 3 to 5 hours Supplies and Tools: 1 Ceramo red clay fl ower pot Gesso spray paint Non-toxic poster paint Small paintbrush Spray fi xative Potting soil Plant of your choice 1. Wipe pot clean – remove all dust. 2. Spray pot with gesso spray paint – no need to paint the interior of the pot if using for planting. 3. Allow paint to fully dry – approximately 3 to 4 hours. 4. Paint the rim of the pot with the poster paint color of choice using paintbrush. 5. Allow rim to dry to the touch. 6. Decorate the body of the pot with poster paints. 7. Allow pot to fully dry. 8. Spray decorated area of the pot with a coat of fi xative. 9. Fill the pot with a potting soil mix. 10. Transplant your favorite herbs or fl owers into the pot. Courtesy of Family Features Authentic Italian Food From OSTERIA ITALIANA 57-59 61st Street, Maspeth, NY 11378 • 718-894-4391 Weekly Prix-Fixe Menu 4 Course Meal $25.00 • Prime Quality Meats • Fresh Fish Bought & Served Daily • Homemade Pasta & Dessert • Children’s Menu Available HAPPY MOTHERS DAY PRIX FIX MENU CHOICE OF ENTRÉE Chicken Parmigiana -or- Veal Scallopini Marsala Sauce -or- Black Angus Shell Steak -or- Grilled Wild Salmon CHOICE OF APPETIZER Tuna Carpaccio With Arugula And Goat Cheese -or- Baked Clams -or- Caprese Salad CHOICE OF PASTA Penne Vodka -or- Spinach And Ricotta Ravioli CHOICE OF DESSERT Tiramisu -or- Italian Cheese Cake -or- Tartufo $40Per Person DRINK AND COFFEE INCLUDED FREE DELIVERY • OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 12PM - 11PM
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