By Franciny Gonzalez |Staff Writer| Finding the right gift for dad can be difficult when an individual is limited on money and time, however, with proper brainstorming, you can create your own DIY for Father's Day. "I always have a hard time finding a gift for my dad, since we have different taste. I think doing a gift made by myself is the best way to go," said student Victoria Lopez. When it comes to thinking of a DIY gift, it would be helpful to list things that your dad enjoys doing, eating or even cooking to get you started with an idea. "Yes, I love to do DIY, because it makes you distress, it's calming for me, whenever I get stressed I go and buy a couple things and start … [Read more...] about D.I.Y Father’s Day Gift
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Hot over the pot: DIY VAGI-STEAM
By Elizabeth Taylor |Staff Writer| The reproductive system of the female body continues to change with women as they get older, and the Vagi-Steam is an all-natural remedy that can help a woman be more in tune with what is going on inside her body. Research has shown that herbs have helped women's reproductive systems, specifically the Vagi-Steam, which women have been doing for hundreds of years. This steamy pot of herbs can help regulate an individual's menstrual cycle or decrease the menstrual flow. Aside from that, the Vagi-Steam also helps with bloating, ovarian cysts, yeast infections, hemorrhoids and even relieves symptoms of menopause. To begin, you must first find an … [Read more...] about Hot over the pot: DIY VAGI-STEAM
Wood Shop Class
By Saeed Villanueva |Staff Writer| Wood shop, under the Art department and taught by professor Steve King, is class that not many students know about or even think about taking, but it can be really beneficial for learning useful life skills. “It teaches you how to be able to build and repair your home. Practical things that they can use in their everyday life,” said King. There are three levels of experience to wood shop class that students are broken into. Beginner students, who are taking the class for the first time, learn the basics of the machinery and the fundamentals of wood shop. The first assignment students have is to build a cutting board. It seems like a simple … [Read more...] about Wood Shop Class
DIY Mother’s Day
By Franciny Gonzalez |Staff Writer| Mother's Day is almost near, so bring out your arts and crafts to create meaningful and affordable gifts right from home. At times it may be difficult to find the perfect gift at a reasonable price, however, a DIY gift is something takes up very little time and allows you to personalize an item. Students think that DIY gifts are a better gift to give to someone special, rather than a store bought item that you simply picked up and paid for. "A DIY gift, those are usually from the heart, they put in their effort you know? not just the money," said student Stephany Villegas. Certain websites like Pinterest, allow you to look at your options … [Read more...] about DIY Mother’s Day
DIY: Ultimate college Easter basket
By Diara Fowler |Contributing Writer| Personalizing the ultimate college Easter basket can be a fun and clever way for one to show off their creative side. As Easter approaches there are many innovative projects students can partake in (on an affordable budget) when creating a basket for their family members, friends, or significant others. You may add your own personal touches such as candy, memorabilia and beverages that compliment each other. Whether it is personalized for yourself, or for friends and family, there are endless possibilities. The first step in creating an ultimate Easter basket would be figuring out your budget. College students are notoriously known … [Read more...] about DIY: Ultimate college Easter basket
An easy twist on a classic cookie
By Jennifer Baeskens |Staff Writer| Summer break is around the corner and with extra time on your hands, you can create a classic cookie recipe that's better than grandma's. Recipes for a wide variety of cookies can be found on sites like Pinterest, but these cookie recipes are often time consuming and sometimes difficult to make. This recipe is simple, cheap, and quick. All of the ingredients are always available, easy to find, often on sale and can be purchased for less than $10. “These cookies are the best cookies that I have ever had,” said student David Loomis. To make these cookies, you will need the following: Cake Mix of your choice (I used a … [Read more...] about An easy twist on a classic cookie
Fun, fast and easy Crayon lipstick
By Shiane Jacocks |Staff writer| Department store lipsticks from MAC Cosmetics, Sephora, or Ulta cost up to $35. Some college students often do not have the time or money to spend on make-up and other cosmetics. Home-made do-it-yourself lipstick can leave a feeling of accomplishment and a fuller wallet. The process is easy, takes about 10-15 minutes, and uses crayola non-toxic crayons, which are a fair price. This project is perfect for students who are going out with family and friends, or for concerts like Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC). The D.I.Y. also makes for a perfect Mother’s Day gift. Mothers love knowing that their gift was original and from the heart, rather than getting a … [Read more...] about Fun, fast and easy Crayon lipstick
This Spring’s must have accessory: Flower headbands
By Nailea Ayala |Staff Writer| Fashion has become an important accessory at music festivals and local clothing stores are taking advantage of the upcoming festivals; they have raised prices on the most popular spring trends, including the famous floral crowns. Young women, especially students, should not have to purchase flower crowns at a high price when these crowns can easily be made at home. Making your own flower crown gives you the opportunity to decide exactly how you want it to look, since you decide the kinds of flowers and the size of your personalized flower crown. “I bought my flower crown online for Coachella last year. It cost $15 plus shipping, so I would much rather … [Read more...] about This Spring’s must have accessory: Flower headbands
DIY last minute Valentine’s Day gift
By Diana Ramos |Staff Writer| Save time and money by making your own Valentine’s Day presents. Midterms have begun and Valentine’s Day is this Friday. Students are big time procrastinators especially during midterms. They don’t have extra time or money to make plans or buy extravagant presents for their friends or significant others. Instead of spending loads of money on cliché presents, why not try and make something homemade to woo your significant other? There are many inexpensive gift ideas on the Internet that are easy and don’t take more than 30 minutes. YouTube, Pintrest and Tumblr are great at showing you step-by-step projects for Valentine’s Day. If you are a … [Read more...] about DIY last minute Valentine’s Day gift
Print festival to showcase artists
By Art Ortega |Staff Writer| Calling all artists, zinesters, writers, graphic designers and print makers! The Riverside DIY Print Festival is back on Saturday, May 18. Many artists will be at this volunteer-run event to show off their work, give demonstrations and conduct workshops. For those who don’t know, a zine is a small publication, usually cheap to produce, that is written for a relatively small audience. Artists who like to express themselves create “zines” to keep a small community of fans in the mix. It can be quite fun to look at all the unique ways to communicate certain messages to people. Just ask student, Pita Aispuro. “It’s so much fun! I can’t believe … [Read more...] about Print festival to showcase artists