Author Topic: Learn one new DIY each month - 2020 (Read 6378 times)

nessness · « **on:** January 13, 2020, 07:24:27 AM »

I made a goal for 2020 to learn to DIY one new thing each month. Anyone want to join? It can be as simple or as complicated as you want, depending on your goals and your current skill level.

Examples:

- Make a food from scratch that you normally buy
- Learn a new home repair/maintenance/home improvement skill
- Learn to sew/knit/crochet
- Make a piece of art for your home
- Make a cleaning product or beauty product that you normally buy
- Learn to preserve food (canning, drying, etc.)

I did my January DIY this weekend, which was to make flax seed gel for my daughters' hair. I had heard great things about flax seed gel for curly hair, but it's super expensive to buy ($27 for 8 oz!) and looked pretty straightforward to make. So I tried making it, and sure enough, it was super easy and works great. Here's the recipe I used in case anyone's interested:

https://www.byrdie.com/diy-flaxseed-hair-gel-recipe-4694485

nessness · « **Reply #1 on:** January 21, 2020, 10:48:33 AM »

Welcome @Sun Hat ! I've been thinking about trying to make oat milk too - I've read that it's one of the most environmentally friendly plant milks, but they don't sell it at my preferred grocery store. Maybe I'll make that my February DIY (or just do it this month if I get around to it).

SailingOnASmallSailboat · « **Reply #2 on:** January 21, 2020, 11:53:40 AM »

Love this idea! Thanks for the nudge.

Mine for January (so far anyway) is that I successfully sold something on eBay. Does this count? I've never done it before; in the past, my DH has done all of it, from listing to sending it off. This time I figured out the pricing, took the photos and did the listing, and this morning sent stuff off (and put in the tracking number, so it is marked as "shipped".)

Next up: (likely to be happening in February) working with Corian (sourced free from friends who redid their kitchen) for new counters in our boat.

nessness · « **Reply #3 on:** February 15, 2020, 04:07:17 PM »

I did my February DIY this morning - made lip balm! I spent about $20 on supplies, so it will take a while to pay off but it should eventually as the cost per tube is low. Plus it's more natural than the store-bought stuff and was a fun project with the kids.

@Sun Hat @SailingOnASmallSailboat done any DIYs yet? Newcomers are welcome too!

Tig_ · « **Reply #4 on:** February 19, 2020, 06:54:41 AM »

I love this idea but I'm not sure what my new skills will/should be! We did successfully hang a floating shelf in our bathroom this month - something I already knew how to do on normal walls, but my current home is almost entirely cinder block and cement, so this made it feel "new."

ethereality · « **Reply #5 on:** February 19, 2020, 06:32:19 PM »

Love this idea! So far I've learned to repair ripped seams in a pillowcase and changed my windshield wipers. So small, but still feeling accomplished!

Exflyboy · « **Reply #6 on:** February 19, 2020, 08:04:08 PM »

I'd love to join but I'm not sure whats left..:)

SailingOnASmallSailboat · « **Reply #7 on:** February 20, 2020, 05:26:12 AM »

Decided that my February skill is to learn to use a router. Thanks for the nudge!

SailingOnASmallSailboat · « **Reply #8 on:** February 23, 2020, 03:44:04 PM »

Used a router successfully today! Yay!

Anette · « **Reply #9 on:** February 23, 2020, 04:36:18 PM »

Would love to join!
This month I learned how to make coconut milk ( the type you can use instead of dairy) from coconut flakes.

moneytaichi · « **Reply #10 on:** March 13, 2020, 02:38:03 PM »

I am joining too. I learned many things in the last couple of months, partially DH is sick, and we can't travel to anywhere. Examples of new things are trying new receipts, sewing the curtains, and roasting tea in my fireplace.

Would like to try home-made oat milk. It looks very simple. I just bought a new blender, which can be put in good use.

Raenia · « **Reply #11 on:** March 13, 2020, 02:42:02 PM »

This month I learned to make naan. It was easier than I expected - the last time I tried was a few years ago, and it came out very poorly, so I was all geared up to have to make several batches until I figured it out, but actually this time my first batch came out fine. I guess I've done enough bread making the past few years to improve my instinct for dough, plus we now own a cast iron griddle to cook them on, rather than makeshift cooking on a pizza stone which probably didn't get hot enough.

It's nice to have something turn out to be easier than expected, and a good reminder to keep trying things I think are difficult. If you don't fail occasionally, you aren't trying enough!

Tig_ · « **Reply #12 on:** March 28, 2020, 08:40:07 AM »

Here's my February and March things:

- Learned how to use a sewing machine I had been gifted maybe two years ago! Mostly just working on hemming rags so I can learn, but it's a skill!
- Cleaned and started using our clothes line for the first time. Doesn't really involve learning, other than learning to check the weather and not let your sheets get rained on over night... but... that happened. So I'm counting it as a new skill.

Anette · « **Reply #13 on:** March 28, 2020, 01:58:51 PM »

That reminds me: I learned how to see face masks and sewed some for my daughter and a friend
I also tried out some cleaning with soda and vinegar tips ( for example instead of buying washing machine or dishwasher cleaners)

Raenia · « **Reply #14 on:** May 03, 2020, 07:42:03 AM »

My DIY for April was sourdough. It's far from perfect, but I'm starting to get a feel for the rising times, and my starter is beginning to have that lovely sour tang. My last loaf was quite a hit, based on how quickly it vanished, so now I just need to get into the rhythm of feeding and baking on the right schedule.

Anette · « **Reply #15 on:** May 07, 2020, 12:03:48 AM »

My DIY for April was very similar to Raenias, I bought some kefir tubers ( water and milk) and started fermenting. I am especially interested in making and eating fermented foods instead of buying probiotic and other supplements. So far it has been fun. I might start making kombucha as well. This is a longer (10 - 16 day) process and I was at first reluctant to try. Also I will need to buy a few things for that.

Freedomin5 · « **Reply #16 on:** May 07, 2020, 05:43:27 AM »

This sounds like fun!

January - crocheted a blanket using a new crochet stitch
February - learned to cook with lentils
March - learned to sew masks using a sewing machine
April - grew kale for the first time
May - learned to make couscous

I also learned to make my own hand sanitizer but I haven’t actually made any yet, so maybe that will be for June.

ethereality · « **Reply #17 on:** May 18, 2020, 09:19:46 AM »

I've learned to caulk a tub and maintain my bike! Also gave my fiance an at-home haircut for the first time!

JLee · « **Reply #18 on:** May 18, 2020, 09:42:52 AM »

This is a fun thread!

So far this year I've learned how to install laminate flooring, how to install baseboard, and kind-of-maybe-but-not-really learned how to cut my own hair. Oh, I also learned how to cook fish - I never really bothered before, but after buying a large quantity of frozen fillets during quarantine, I've learned that I can make some awesome pan-seared salmon. This week I will probably be learning how to set up / calibrate a projector / screen, which will put me at one per month average for 2020!

Anette · « **Reply #19 on:** May 19, 2020, 02:48:20 PM »

In May I learned more about how to make a different occupation come true I learned more about Byron Katies " The work" approach to deal with negative thoughts and I did some keto baking.

tomita · « **Reply #20 on:** May 19, 2020, 06:53:13 PM »

I learned to machine sew face masks in March but machine broke down, I only managed to sew 3 face masks
I continued sewing by hand;
I switched to a simpler pattern and to thinner fabric.
I am a maestro of running stitch and chain stitch now.

Freedomin5 · « **Reply #21 on:** June 16, 2020, 11:05:06 PM »

This sounds like fun!

January - crocheted a blanket using a new crochet stitch
February - learned to cook with lentils
March - learned to sew masks using a sewing machine
April - grew kale for the first time (BTW our kale is growing really well!)
May - learned to make couscous
June - learned to cook millet

ethereality · « **Reply #22 on:** June 17, 2020, 06:38:57 AM »

This month, I learned how to make paneer (would rate it a 6/10) and groomed my dog at home with clippers.

nessness · « **Reply #23 on:** July 18, 2020, 07:45:15 AM »

I fell off this challenge for a few months when I was too overwhelmed by life to try anything new, but I'm glad you guys have been keeping up with it, and I'm ready to get back into it! I did make naan bread a couple months ago - I highly recommend it, it was pretty easy and super delicious.

I made refried beans for the first time this month, but it was so easy I feel like it barely counts, so maybe I'll add in something else as well.

Freedomin5 · « **Reply #24 on:** July 18, 2020, 03:49:25 PM »

January - crocheted a blanket using a new crochet stitch
February - learned to cook with lentils
March - learned to sew masks using a sewing machine
April - grew kale for the first time (BTW our kale is growing really well!)
May - learned to make couscous
June - learned to cook millet
July - made Hong Kong style cocktail buns and learned to use mung beans

Buffaloski Boris · « **Reply #25 on:** July 18, 2020, 06:43:10 PM »

This sounds like a cool idea. I’ll have to think up something I want to learn to do.

Just Joe · « **Reply #26 on:** August 06, 2020, 11:51:31 AM »

Learned all those skills to rennovate our old house to sell. It sold. Flooring, baseboards and molding, sheetrock, painting, deeper cleaning, etc. Also replaced a floor joist, and plywood in one room.

Am gearing up to learn to paint a car. I have done some small repairs in the past. Am moving towards doing a whole vehicle.

ABS plastic repair is on the horizon too. I have access to a plastic repair iron.

goat_music_generator · « **Reply #27 on:** August 06, 2020, 02:51:36 PM »

I'll join -- I pretty much do this anyway due to my short attention span and enjoyment of crafts :-)

This month I learned how to do hand embroidery, and have been doing a piece that I intend to be a face mask. (Really more of a mask cover; it needs extra layers underneath to make up for the many tiny holes in the embroidered layer.)

Freedomin5 · « **Reply #28 on:** August 06, 2020, 07:16:17 PM »

January - crocheted a blanket using a new crochet stitch
February - learned to cook with lentils
March - learned to sew masks using a sewing machine
April - grew kale for the first time (BTW our kale is growing really well!)
May - learned to make couscous
June - learned to cook millet
July - made Hong Kong style cocktail buns and learned to use mung beans
August - Tofu donuts

nessness · « **Reply #29 on:** August 07, 2020, 11:28:23 AM »

@Freedomin5 how did the tofu donuts turn out? I'd never heard of them but I just googled and now I'm intrigued.

I've decided that my DIY for this month is going to be making almond milk - just need to get some raw almonds. I also want to try making tortillas, so I may do that too. I'm trying to cut down on processed foods but we love burritos and quesadillas in my house.

Freedomin5 · « **Reply #30 on:** August 07, 2020, 04:41:08 PM »

Quote from: nessness on August 07, 2020, 11:28:23 AM

@Freedomin5 how did the tofu donuts turn out? I'd never heard of them but I just googled and now I'm intrigued.

I've decided that my DIY for this month is going to be making almond milk - just need to get some raw almonds. I also want to try making tortillas, so I may do that too. I'm trying to cut down on processed foods but we love burritos and quesadillas in my house.

I actually heard about them from this forum. Someone was buying them from a fancy cafe in LA, so I figured I’d see if if I could make them myself. They turned out quite well! Very soft and fluffy (though they flatten a bit when they cool) with a hint of sweetness. They are VERY easy to make.

I used this recipe: https://www.lafujimama.com/baked-cinnamon-and-sugar-tofu-donuts/ and left out rolling the donuts in the extra cinnamon sugar coating as it is sweet enough without the coating.

nessness · « **Reply #31 on:** August 10, 2020, 02:20:45 PM »

Quote from: Freedomin5 on August 07, 2020, 04:41:08 PM

Quote from: nessness on August 07, 2020, 11:28:23 AM
@Freedomin5 how did the tofu donuts turn out? I'd never heard of them but I just googled and now I'm intrigued.

I've decided that my DIY for this month is going to be making almond milk - just need to get some raw almonds. I also want to try making tortillas, so I may do that too. I'm trying to cut down on processed foods but we love burritos and quesadillas in my house.

I actually heard about them from this forum. Someone was buying them from a fancy cafe in LA, so I figured I’d see if if I could make them myself. They turned out quite well! Very soft and fluffy (though they flatten a bit when they cool) with a hint of sweetness. They are VERY easy to make.

I used this recipe: https://www.lafujimama.com/baked-cinnamon-and-sugar-tofu-donuts/ and left out rolling the donuts in the extra cinnamon sugar coating as it is sweet enough without the coating.

Thanks! Do you think the mini donut pan is essential, or could I just roll them into balls or use a mini muffin tin? I'd rather not buy a new pan that I might only use once.

nessness · « **Reply #32 on:** August 10, 2020, 02:28:04 PM »

I made the almond milk. I just used a fine strainer, not a nutmilk bag or cheesecloth, so it's a bit grainy. But I never drink glasses of almond milk anyway, just add it to smoothies, cereal, etc., so it's fine for that. I also dried out the pulp into almond meal. I think I'll make some pancakes with it.

Overall, another DIY win! I did the math and it's not any cheaper than store-bought almond milk, but it's much less processed so that's a win.

Freedomin5 · « **Reply #33 on:** August 11, 2020, 03:05:52 AM »

Quote from: nessness on August 10, 2020, 02:20:45 PM

Quote from: Freedomin5 on August 07, 2020, 04:41:08 PM
Quote from: nessness on August 07, 2020, 11:28:23 AM
@Freedomin5 how did the tofu donuts turn out? I'd never heard of them but I just googled and now I'm intrigued.

I've decided that my DIY for this month is going to be making almond milk - just need to get some raw almonds. I also want to try making tortillas, so I may do that too. I'm trying to cut down on processed foods but we love burritos and quesadillas in my house.

I actually heard about them from this forum. Someone was buying them from a fancy cafe in LA, so I figured I’d see if if I could make them myself. They turned out quite well! Very soft and fluffy (though they flatten a bit when they cool) with a hint of sweetness. They are VERY easy to make.

I used this recipe: https://www.lafujimama.com/baked-cinnamon-and-sugar-tofu-donuts/ and left out rolling the donuts in the extra cinnamon sugar coating as it is sweet enough without the coating.
Thanks! Do you think the mini donut pan is essential, or could I just roll them into balls or use a mini muffin tin? I'd rather not buy a new pan that I might only use once.

I used a mini muffin tin, and it worked fine. You can’t roll them into balls — it’s more a batter than a dough.

Freedomin5 · « **Reply #34 on:** September 17, 2020, 04:15:27 AM »

January - crocheted a blanket using a new crochet stitch
February - learned to cook with lentils
March - learned to sew masks using a sewing machine
April - grew kale for the first time (BTW our kale is growing really well!)
May - learned to make couscous
June - learned to cook millet
July - made Hong Kong style cocktail buns and learned to use mung beans
August - Tofu donuts, chocolate banana popsicles
September - Monkey bread, sausage rolls, fruit tarts, sushi

NorCal · « **Reply #35 on:** September 17, 2020, 06:36:37 AM »

I’m just seeing this thread now. I love the idea. I’ve been on a DIY kick this year, as I’m newly a stay at home dad. I can’t say I’ve broken it down month by month, but here’s where I’m at so far:

1. Learned to play guitar, poorly
2. Started pickling vegetables.
3. Learned to replace a Fascia board on the house.
4. Installed a paver walkway in the backyard (all new skills)
5. Built a very nice barn-door for my wife’s home office
6. Built a bench for our front porch
7. Helped my oldest become a stay-at-home kindergartner/1st grader (not exactly a skill, but still a project)
8. Really challenging myself on a new woodworking project. I decided to build a nice desk for myself. I’m only a few weeks in and I’ve already learned at least a dozen new skills/techniques.

nessness · « **Reply #36 on:** September 20, 2020, 01:21:20 PM »

My September DIY was sewing satin bonnets for my daughters.

They have thick, curly hair, so sleeping in a satin bonnet helps keep their hair from getting too tangly. My older daughter needed a new one, and I looked online but couldn't find any in fabric she particularly liked, so I decided to try my hand at sewing one. It was pretty easy - just two fabric circles, some elastic, and a couple seams.

So then I made one for my younger daughter too, and my older daughter (with some help) made one for her stuffed animal, which turned out adorable and was a good first sewing project for her (she's not quite 6).

Freedomin5 · « **Reply #37 on:** October 12, 2020, 09:14:04 PM »

January - crocheted a blanket using a new crochet stitch
February - learned to cook with lentils
March - learned to sew masks using a sewing machine
April - grew kale for the first time (BTW our kale is growing really well!)
May - learned to make couscous
June - learned to cook millet
July - made Hong Kong style cocktail buns and learned to use mung beans
August - Tofu donuts, chocolate banana popsicles
September - Monkey bread, sausage rolls, fruit tarts, sushi, tiramisu
October - Hummus, granola bars, homemade frozen calzones, oatmeal lace cookies, frozen burritos

Raenia · « **Reply #38 on:** October 13, 2020, 07:59:54 AM »

My October DIY is drywall - hanging, taping, and spackling the joints. Much more intensive than the minor drywall repairs I've done before, I'm glad we had my dad handy to teach us the proper technique for getting smooth joints and corners. I'll be getting lots of practice the rest of the month!

Exflyboy · « **Reply #39 on:** October 14, 2020, 09:02:41 PM »

Quote from: Raenia on October 13, 2020, 07:59:54 AM

My October DIY is drywall - hanging, taping, and spackling the joints. Much more intensive than the minor drywall repairs I've done before, I'm glad we had my dad handy to teach us the proper technique for getting smooth joints and corners. I'll be getting lots of practice the rest of the month!

Having drywalled our entire house (cus we built the whole thing) a few tips that might help.

1) buy the longest sheets possible to minimise the number of butt joints (on the ends of the panels). the side edges are much easier. We used 16 foot sheets in places.

2) When doing the walls, whack two 16d nails in in two studs a few inches lower than 4ft down.. say 4ft-3in down from the top of the wall. Then place the top sheet of drywall on top of the nails Then the strongest one of you stand on a step ladder about 4 steps up and wrap your fingers under the bottom edge of the panel that is now resting on the nails.. put the ladder in the middle of the panel. Then shrug lift the panel (one person) up to the top of the wall, while the helper puts a few screws in to secure the panel in its final place. The bottom panel simply sides in after the top panel is secured. This was by far the most efficient way for my Wife and I to install the wall panels, even better than using a panel lift.

3) If you don't have one, buy one of those multitools like this https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DCS354B-Brushless-Oscillating-Multi-Tool/dp/B07TYGKHHS/ref=asc_df_B07TYGKHHS/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=385180287745&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14189052992151192418&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9032979&hvtargid=pla-820646831002&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=78829231856&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=385180287745&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14189052992151192418&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9032979&hvtargid=pla-820646831002

These things are simply amazing.. especially for trimming out the electrical boxes... They cut so fast and re so precise you'll wonder how you ever lived without one! I us mine for virtually every job now.

4) when you get good at mudding you should be able to do every joint with just 3 coats of mud...;)

Raenia · « **Reply #40 on:** October 15, 2020, 06:35:58 AM »

@Sun Hat Hah! Thanks, but I don't think I'm that good :)

Quote from: Exflyboy on October 14, 2020, 09:02:41 PM

Having drywalled our entire house (cus we built the whole thing) a few tips that might help.

1) buy the longest sheets possible to minimise the number of butt joints (on the ends of the panels). the side edges are much easier. We used 16 foot sheets in places.

2) When doing the walls, whack two 16d nails in in two studs a few inches lower than 4ft down.. say 4ft-3in down from the top of the wall. Then place the top sheet of drywall on top of the nails Then the strongest one of you stand on a step ladder about 4 steps up and wrap your fingers under the bottom edge of the panel that is now resting on the nails.. put the ladder in the middle of the panel. Then shrug lift the panel (one person) up to the top of the wall, while the helper puts a few screws in to secure the panel in its final place. The bottom panel simply sides in after the top panel is secured. This was by far the most efficient way for my Wife and I to install the wall panels, even better than using a panel lift.

3) If you don't have one, buy one of those multitools like this https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DCS354B-Brushless-Oscillating-Multi-Tool/dp/B07TYGKHHS/ref=asc_df_B07TYGKHHS/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=385180287745&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14189052992151192418&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9032979&hvtargid=pla-820646831002&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=78829231856&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=385180287745&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14189052992151192418&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9032979&hvtargid=pla-820646831002

These things are simply amazing.. especially for trimming out the electrical boxes... They cut so fast and re so precise you'll wonder how you ever lived without one! I us mine for virtually every job now.

4) when you get good at mudding you should be able to do every joint with just 3 coats of mud...;)

Thanks for the tips! We bought 4x8 sheets, but they don't fit up the stairs (140 y.o. house with narrow twisty stairs) so we've been cutting the pieces down to size in the dining room and then bringing them up. We'll have to try your wall panel trick, though!

Exflyboy · « **Reply #41 on:** October 15, 2020, 10:26:38 AM »

oh bummer.. get one of those multi tools though, it will change your life..:)

nessness · « **Reply #42 on:** October 25, 2020, 10:46:34 PM »

My October DIY was making jelly. I made pomegranate jelly, and it was lot of work to seed and juice all the pomegranates, but I'm happy with how it turned out.

nessness · « **Reply #43 on:** November 07, 2020, 01:02:53 PM »

My mom has a feijoa (aka pineapple guava) tree, and we decided to make feijoa jam today. It is amazing - probably the best jam I've ever eaten. I'm not sure if this counts as a new DIY, since I made jelly last month, but 🤷.

I also made pomegranate liqueur, but I'm a little disappointed with it. The pomegranates were a bit underripe, so it's not as sweet or flavorful as other liqueurs I've made.

Freedomin5 · « **Reply #44 on:** November 07, 2020, 06:04:02 PM »

January - crocheted a blanket using a new crochet stitch
February - learned to cook with lentils
March - learned to sew masks using a sewing machine
April - grew kale for the first time (BTW our kale is growing really well!)
May - learned to make couscous
June - learned to cook millet
July - made Hong Kong style cocktail buns and learned to use mung beans
August - Tofu donuts, chocolate banana popsicles
September - Monkey bread, sausage rolls, fruit tarts, sushi, tiramisu
October - Hummus, granola bars, homemade frozen calzones, oatmeal lace cookies, frozen burritos, bagels
November - pretzels

nessness · « **Reply #45 on:** December 07, 2020, 09:59:28 PM »

Well it's the last month of the year - anyone have a fun DIY planned (or done)? Making tortillas has been on my list for a while, and I still haven't done it, so I may try that out this weekend.

Freedomin5 · « **Reply #46 on:** December 08, 2020, 02:29:22 AM »

January - crocheted a blanket using a new crochet stitch
February - learned to cook with lentils
March - learned to sew masks using a sewing machine
April - grew kale for the first time (BTW our kale is growing really well!)
May - learned to make couscous
June - learned to cook millet
July - made Hong Kong style cocktail buns and learned to use mung beans
August - Tofu donuts, chocolate banana popsicles
September - Monkey bread, sausage rolls, fruit tarts, sushi, tiramisu
October - Hummus, granola bars, homemade frozen calzones, oatmeal lace cookies, frozen burritos, bagels
November - pretzels, nut bars, apple pie
December - energy bites, knitting in the round or knitting with cables

Anette · « **Reply #47 on:** December 10, 2020, 03:10:43 PM »

In November I started sewing reusable facial / make up remover wipes out of towel material on one side and soft cotton on the other. They are about 3,5 inches by 2 inches are washable as I made about 30 of them in cute patterns. Will make presents of 3-5 wipes each for daughters and daughters in law.
I saw this in a very cute store in the summer and immediately fell in love with it as a new sewing project.
For December I have made a photobook of our new (5 weeks) grandson to bring to my mother in law in London who is terminally ill brain cancer) and in palliative home care. Due to Covid she will not get to see her first great grandson in person. So I went to the drugstore and made an instant photobook for the first time. I know: Sounds simple and likely is to you but took awfully long for me. Turned out really nice, is about 12 x 8 inches and surprisingly cost only 17,75€.
I am not certain it counts as a diy really.

nessness · « **Reply #48 on:** December 13, 2020, 11:48:28 AM »

I still haven't gotten around to making tortillas, but I did make crepes. I had expected them to be difficult to make, but once I figured out the right stove temperature and amount of batter, they weren't really much harder than American-style pancakes.

They turned out pretty good, but I tend to prefer foods with more "texture", for lack of a better word, so I think next time I'll try making cornmeal or whole wheat crepes.

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