Simple T-Shirt Design IdeasPhrase

Phrase

Really let people know what you're thinking by writing your favorite saying on your T-shirt. Select a saying that is popular or really captures your outlook on life. Print out your desired phrase in a large font on a sheet of paper. Place the paper on the underside of the shirt facing outwards. Choose the front or back of the shirt and trace the phrase with a fabric-safe marker. Color in the letters with other colored fabric-safe pens. If the phrase is long, then put half of it on the front and the other half on the back.

Symbol

Another simple T-shirt idea is to draw a recognizable symbol on the shirt. Different choices include a "peace" sign, the logo of your favorite band or a symbol that has personal meaning for you and your friends. Draw the symbol or print it on a piece of paper, then place the image on the underside of the back or front of the shirt with a fabric-safe pen. If you have the artistic ability or want to put your own spin on the symbol, then try drawing it freehand and coloring to taste.

Portrait

Sport around an idol or hero by attaching his likeness to your T-shirt. Though many historical and cultural figures have already been affixed as popular T-shirt designs, you can still show some originality and creativity by showcasing a lesser-known personal hero. Print out a black and white image of the desired portrait, and trace the image with a fabric-safe pen. Depending on the statement that you want to make, you can leave the image as an outline, or shade or color it in. Also, you can either print the name under the portrait or leave it blank as a conversation starter.

Personal

Your T-shirt doesn't necessarily have to have a single or specific message. Letting your creativity fly can let the design have different meanings for different people. Your own art can be your fashion. Take a drawing or painting, place it under the shirt and trace it with your choice of colors. Also, you can use the art as a general reference, creating a new image on the T-shirt. For an added bit of whimsy, sign your name like a true artist under the image.

How to Slow Roast a Chicken

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 3- to 5-lb. fresh whole chicken
• Butter or olive oil
• Roasting pan and rack
• Salt and pepper
• Garlic (optional)
• Lemon (optional)
• Herbs and seasoning (optional)

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   Buy a good quality, fresh chicken that weighs at least 3 lbs. to avoid the need for basting or trussing. If you are unfamiliar with the brands and local market, consult with the butcher as needed.

2. 2

   Clean the chicken with cold water and remove the liver, giblets and neck. Pat the chicken dry but be gentle with the skin.

3. 3

   Coat the chicken with softened, unsalted butter. Lightly massage and loosen the breast skin to prepare for expansion. A key factor for a great slow roasted chicken is to keep the skin from splitting, which allows juices to escape. Additionally, most individuals prefer a crispy outer layer. You may substitute olive oil for the butter, but be prepared for increased smoke and less even browning.

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   Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F and obtain a shallow roasting pan and rack. Use a V-shaped rack or a stand-up portable chicken holder for superior results. These cooking gadgets enable more uniform skin texture underneath and promote the collection of additional juices for gravy or sauce.

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   Add enough melter butter or oil to the inner cavity of the chicken to coat. Add dried seasoning to the butter for easier distribution. Salt and pepper the outside and inside of the chicken liberally. Use additional seasonings both inside and outside of the chicken if desired. One favorite roast chicken recipe includes several cloves of garlic, a fresh sprig or two of rosemary or another herb, and lemon wedges. Rotisserie chicken seasoning is also a winning pick. Carefully work some of the seasonings underneath the skin if you can do so without tearing the skin.

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   Place the chicken on a roasting rack and tuck the wings under. Cook the chicken at 450 degrees F for 15 to 20 minutes. This blasts the chicken with heat for a crispy, tasty skin that locks in the juices. Lower the heat to 350 degrees F to roast the chicken yet maintain the crispy exterior; 325 to 350 degrees is the most fail-proof temperature for roast chicken, as it keeps the white meat juicy and ensures that the dark meat is well-cooked. Otherwise, cook the chicken at 325 degrees F from the start for a softer texture and slower process.

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   Cook the chicken until the internal temperature is 170 degrees F. The juices from the thighs and cavity should be clear and the chicken drumsticks should be loose at the joint. Generally, this takes approximately 20 minutes per pound at 350 degrees F. During the cooking process rotate the chicken 90 degrees every 30 minutes. Cover the wings with foil if these cook too quickly.

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   Take your slow roasted chicken out of the oven and let it sit for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, turn to the pan drippings to create a gravy or sauce--the coveted finale of a slow roasted chicken meal.

how to make fruit-mixed-drinks

Pink Perfection

This fun drink incorporates four different fruits. Combine two cups of strawberries that have had the leafy tops cut off, one cup diced watermelon, the juice of two squeezed oranges and the juice of one squeezed lime. Throw all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a glass and chill in the freezer for about 15 minutes. Before drinking, pour into a separate glass and give it a little stir.

Citrus Fruit Smoothie

For those who favor citrus most of all fruits, this citrus fruit smoothie is the perfect match. In a blender, add 2 1/2 cups of grapefruit juice, 1 1/2 cups orange juice, a half-cup water, two chopped frozen bananas and six frozen diced strawberries. Blend until smooth then add to a pitcher. Repeat the process with the same ingredients one more time and then pour into the same pitcher. Drink immediately while the frozen fruit is still chilled in the cup.

Passion Fruit Orange Soda

This is a decadent sweet drink, but is also very refreshing because of the soda water and ice cubes. Combine four passion fruit, or 1 small can of passion fruit pulp, with 2 1/2 teaspoons of sugar in a pitcher. Stir until the sugar is dissolved. Add the juice of two large oranges to the pitcher and a couple handfuls of ice cubes. Stir thoroughly then add 4 cups of soda water and give the pitcher one more stir. Drink immediately. You can make this drink ahead of time and just add the ice and soda water right before serving.