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“The more we feel concern for others and seek their well-being, the more friends we will have and the more welcome we will feel.”

— Dalai Lama

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BEAUTY FOR YEARS We will never stop trying to look better and younger. The average morning beauty routine for any given Monday takes about 76 minutes, and by Friday it drops down to 19 minutes.

SPRING IS COMING Getting flowers as a gift is always a pleasure. Unfortunately, most fresh flowers don’t last very long, and it can be a big bummer when your flowers start losing their beauty after only a few days.

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22 CROWNING GLORY Beauty contests have become an important part of our culture.

Today, hundreds of beauty pageants — ranging from local beach bikini contests to international scholarship competitions — are held every year with thousands of girls taking part.

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36 FOLD A FITTED SHEET Fitted sheets are a very convenient invention, but there’s one problem — they are hard to fold. However, there is a way to fold them nicely and so they don’t take up a lot of space.

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SAVE THE BRIDE When Matt and Jessica Johnson got married, they did something that none of their friends and family had ever expected them to do: they sold their house, gave up their successful careers as a manager and financial specialist, and bought a small yacht. For almost four years now, they've been sailing around the world in the company of their cat, George.

CAFE LOVERS Every coffee lover knows that this drink is perfect — especially on hot days when you need something refreshing

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57 A NEW HEALTHY Asparagus can be a very versatile side dish as they are good with salads, pasta, pizza, frittatas, and a lot of other dishes.

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PRINCESS HAIRS It's true that we don't always have time to do braids every morning. But once or twice a week you can make your daughter feel like a real princess for the whole day.

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THE HURTFUL AND THE PAINFUL A hickey is just like any other bruise, but this love mark makes you feel much more ashamed than the others.

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departments EDITOR'S LETTER

TRICKS & TIPS

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TANYA WENMAN STEEL Editor In-Chief

FOOD DIRECTOR Annabelle Waugh FASHION & BEAUTY DIRECTOR Julia McEwen HOME & GARDEN DIRECTOR Brett Walther MANAGING EDITOR Day Helesic TEST KITCHEN SENIOR FOOD SPECIALIST Irene Fong FOOD SPECIALISTS Jennifer Bartoli, Amanda Barnier ARTICLES EDITOR, FOOD Gilean Watts INTERN Jessica Bronstein ART CONSULTING DESIGN DIRECTOR Brendan Fisher ACTING ART DIRECTOR June F. Anderson SENIOR ASSOCIATE ART DIRECTOR Henrietta Poon CONTRIBUTING ART DIRECTORS Lisa de Nikolits, Leanne Gilbert FEATURES HEALTH EDITOR Kate Daley CONTRIBUTING HEALTH EDITOR Tralee Pearce SPECIAL PROJECTS EDITOR Jill Buchner ASSOCIATE EDITOR, FASHION & BEAUTY Andrea Karr CONTRIBUTING EDITOR Jacqueline Kovacs

COPY & OPERATIONS EDITORIAL OPERATIONS & ASSISTANT BUSINESS MANAGER Olga Goncalves Costa COPY EDITOR Stephanie Zolis CONTRIBUTING COPY EDITORS Ruth Hanley, Debbie Madsen Villamere ASSISTANT EDITOR Teresa Sousa INTERNS William Dixon, Thalia Gamage, Natalie Wong

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EDITOR'S NOTE

Welcome to the DIY World H

ello valued readers! I am proud to welcome you to the new 5 Minute Crafts Magazine! We are happy to have this new format of this publication. The magazine is aimed at giving you a more easily navigable and regular source of reading. These changes come from crafts, health, home, beauty, food, and more instead of periodic, articles. In addition, we have started categorizing the departments and features.

Chock-full of compelling content designed to inform, engage and entertain, our new format strives to awaken your sense of adventure, locally and beyond.

We remain committed to our members and welcome the opportunity to continue as your trusted adviser on automotive, traffic safety, travel, insurance and financial topics.

The wrapper of our publication might be a little shinier, the content a bit brighter, but the center of our universe remains the same: YOU. Consider this an open invitation to share story ideas, vacation photos, feedback and more.

The world is nothing without community, and we are ecstatic to be part of yours.

TANYA WENMAN STEEL Editor In-Chief

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An in-depth look of Miss Universe Winners

Beauty Inventions for years

Hairstyles for girls

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BEAUTY FOR YEARS We will never stop trying to look better and younger. The average morning beauty routine for any given Monday takes about 76 minutes, and by Friday it drops down to 19 minutes. But modern technology helps us to save time, and we no longer need to sleep with hair curlers in overnight to help make a trendy hairstyle.

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STYLE

THIS HAIR DRYER LOOKS A BIT BIGGER THAN IT IS NOW. BEAUTY MASKS IN THE 1930S AND NOW

Vintage mascara from the ’40s vs now HAIR STYLING THEN AND NOW

AN ANTI-CELLULITE MACHINE IN 1928 AND NOW

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THE IDEA OF A STATIONARY HAIR DRYER STAYED BUT THE DESIGN CHANGED.

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TANNING INDOORS IN 1930 AND NOW

PEELING AND CLEANING THEN AND NOW HAIR IRONING IN THE PAST AND NOW

INSTANT TANNING IN THE '30S AND NOW

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DENTAL BRACES BEFORE AND NOW

A TOOL FOR LIPSTICK IN 1930 AND NOW

Rhinoplasty then and now

DRAINAGE AND REJUVENATION THEN AND NOW

PLASTIC SURGERY CHANGES OF THE FACE IN THE 1930S AND NOW

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CROWNING GLORY

Beauty contests have become an important part of our culture. Today, hundreds of beauty pageants — ranging from local beach bikini contests to international scholarship competitions — are held every year with thousands of girls taking part. The choice of the beauty queen almost always provokes a heated public debate. Some people agree with the final decision of the judges, and others doubt the winner's beauty.

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STYLE PIA ALONZO WURTZBACH (PHILIPPINES)

DESHAUNA BARBER (USA)

NATALIE GLEBOVA (CANADA)

Miss Universe 2015

Miss USA 2016

Miss Universe 2005

MIREIA LALAGUNA (SPAIN)

MARIA GABRIELA ISLER (VENEZUELA)

YU WENXIA (CHINA)

Miss World 2015

Miss Universe 2013

Miss World 2012

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STYLE PAULINA VEGA (COLOMBIA)

AZRA AKIN (TURKEY)

Miss Universe 2014

Miss World 2002

KSENIA SUKHINOVA (RUSSIA) Miss World 2008

MEGAN YOUNG (PHILIPPINES)

ROLENE STRAUSS (SOUTH AFRICA)

Miss World 2013

Miss World 2014

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STYLE YANA DOBROVOLSKAYA (RUSSIA)

Мiss Russia 2016

OLIVIA CULPO (USA)

Miss Universe 2012

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home SPRING IS COMING Getting flowers as a gift is always a pleasure.

Unfortunately, most fresh flowers don’t last very long, and it can be a big bummer when your flowers start losing their beauty after only a few days.

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HOME PUT THE FLOWERS IN A LARGE CLEAN CONTAINER.

Always use a clean container. This trick will reduce the risk of bacteria and other microorganisms multiplying and infecting the flowers. To make sure that the stems of the flowers are not squeezed too tightly, choose vases with wide necks.

PLACE FLOWERS IN HOT WATER.

Of course, boiling water won't work. The temperature should be around 43-44 degrees Celsius. Pour the water into a vase with flowers, and place it in a cool location for an hour or two. Hot water molecules move faster through the stems, while the flowers lose less moisture because the air is cool.

This method, called "hardening," helps to extend the life of freshly cut flowers.

IF YOU DON'T WANT TO HARDEN YOUR FLOWERS, USE WARM WATER.

If you are not using the previous method, simply place your bouquet in warm or room temperature water. Fresh cut flowers take up warm water more readily than cold.

However, bulb flowers do best in cold water.

REMOVE LOWER LEAVES.

To make fresh cut flowers last longer, remove any leaves that fall below the waterline. Leaves submerged in the water can begin to rot very quickly, thus providing food for bacteria which can infect and damage the rest of the plant.

CHANGE THE WATER.

To keep your flowers fresh, replace the water every day.

And don't forget to remove all debris from the container before adding fresh water. This will reduce the risk of infection. You can also add a few aspirin tablets into a vase filled with water to help keep the water clean and free of flower-damaging bacteria.

CUT THE STEMS AT AN ANGLE.

Do not forget to cut the ends of the stems regularly. Use a sharp knife, and trim the stems at a 45º angle. This simple procedure will increase flowers' ability to absorb water. It is also generally desirable to trim the stems of store-bought flowers immediately before placing them in water.

With more sensitive flowers such as roses, it's best to cut their stems under the water. Roses are especially susceptible to air bubbles and bacteria that hinder the absorption of water and make the flowers fade more rapidly.

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HOME USE FLOWER PRESERVATIVES.

You can either buy this "flower food" at gardening supply stores or prepare it yourself. Floral preservatives contain the basic components that are necessary for prolonging the life of fresh cut flowers. Moreover, among their ingredients are biocides which prevent bacteria from spreading and infecting the plants.

One simple way to prepare a homemade preservative solution is by mixing citrus soda with bleach. For this, you'll just need to add any carbonated drink containing sugar and acid to the water.

Use one part soda to three parts water, then add a few drops of bleach (not more!) to kill harmful microorganisms.

In fact, this mixture can be much more effective than some commercial flower preservatives.

KEEP THE FLOWERS AWAY FROM DIRECT SUN, HEATERS, AND FRUIT.

Find a place for your flowers that is not in direct sunlight or close to sources of heat, as either will stress the plants. You should also avoid placing cut flowers near a bowl with fruit, as these emit small amounts of ethylene, a gas that can cause flowers to deteriorate quickly.

REMOVE WILTED FLOWERS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

Remove any dead or fading blooms from the vase whenever you notice them. Otherwise, ethylene, the gas which is released not only by fruit but also by wilting plants, will damage the healthy flowers.

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ARRANGE FLOWERS PROPERLY.

Not all flowers should be allowed to inhabit the same water as other blooms. Fresh cut daffodils and hyacinths give off chemicals that are toxic to other plants, so it's best to keep them in a separate vase.

If, however, in spite of all your efforts, your plants have started to fade, submerge them in warm water for a few minutes. This is the last chance to bring them back to life.

HOME

FOLD A FITTED SHEET Fitted sheets are a very convenient invention, but there’s one problem — they are hard to fold.

However, there is a way to fold them nicely and so they don’t take up a lot of space.

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HOME WAY № 1

WAY № 2

Put the sheet on a flat surface with the bottom up.

Make 2 corners on one side inside out.

Fold the sheet in half.

Put the inside-out corners into the corners on the opposite side of the sheet.

Then, make 2 corners inside out on one side again.

Put them into the opposite ones.

Spread the sheet and fold the edges toward the center.

Fold the sheet in half so that the bottom is on the outside.

Spread the folded sheet on a flat surface.

Fold the sheet 3 times along the long side.

On the back, there should be a pocket.

If the shape is too wide, fold the edges toward the center again.

The pocket on the back should still be there.

Start rolling the sheet.

The pocket should be facing you.

Turn out the pocket to fold the entire sheet inside.

Completion: Way № 1 Fold the opposite ends toward the center again.

One of the edges should look like an envelope.

Put the opposite end into the space. This will stop the sheet from opening up.

Completion: Way № 2 Make a simple roll.

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THE HURTFUL AND THE PAINFUL A hickey is just like any other bruise, but this love mark makes you feel much more ashamed than the others.

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HEALTH

USE A COLD COMPRESS. This is what you need to do on the first day. A cold compress will slow the flow of blood and can help reduce the size of the hickey. Apply it to the affected area for 10 minutes. Do it several times a day for the first 48 hours.

MASSAGE THE AREA. This breaks up and disperses the coagulation of your blood and increases circulation. Rub your fingers in a circular motion from the inside outward. Do it several times a day.

PINEAPPLE Pineapple has an enzyme called bromelain, which is known to reduce pain and soreness. It can ease inflammation and swelling as well. Do this 4 to 5 times a day by simply applying a slice to the area.

BANANA PEEL Banana peels have vitamins, nutrients, and antioxidants that have soothing and calming effects on your skin. Leave the peel on the bruised area for 30 minutes. Do this 2 to 3 times a day.

APPLY ALOE VERA. Aloe vera removes inflammation, swelling, and pain. Apply a layer directly to the bruised area 2 times a day.

APPLY PEPPERMINT ESSENTIAL OIL. Peppermint essential oil can speed up the healing process by stimulating blood flow. Dilute 2 drops of peppermint oil with 15 drops of a carrier oil of your choice (like jojoba or almond oil) and massage the area with light pressure.

USE A WARM COMPRESS. While the first thing you need to do is apply a cold compress, after 48 have passed, a warm compress will speed up the healing process. This can make the remaining marks disappear. Put the compress on your hickey spot and leave it there for 10 minutes, then remove it for another 10 minutes. Then repeat this step.

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Save the Bride When Matt and Jessica Johnson got married, they did something that none of their friends and family had ever expected them to do: they sold their house, gave up their successful careers as a manager and financial specialist, and bought a small yacht. For almost four years now, they've been sailing around the world in the company of their cat, George.

Living off around $1,000 a month, they've already visited 16 countries, including the Bahamas, Jamaica, Cuba and Peru — and they have no intention of stopping any time soon.

This brave couple's story is truly inspiring.

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'It all started in 2007', recalls Jessica. 'We were taking a break on Lake Michigan, and I noticed that Matt was inspecting the boats there very intently.'

'Then he looked at me and said: "So Jess, we can either buy a house or spend all our savings on a boat. What do you think, which one's a better idea?" That's how we decided that we wanted to spend summer on the water.'

'In June 2011, we sold our house. It was then that we realised that we wanted to go on the kind of journey which would change our lives. How long it would last — 5, 6 years, maybe more — didn't really matter.'

'We picked up George in 2012. It's great that he's now a member of our team. During storms he always manages to stand on his feet better than we ever do.'

'Travelling like this has really strengthened our relationship. You don't have any time when you're on a boat to argue with each other — here we're part of one team.'

'Before, our lives were almost like a stereotype of the American dream — we both went to school and then university, got married, bought a house, and started successful careers.'

'But then we realised that we were wasting so much time just watching TV, doing nothing worthwhile; if we carried on like this we'd never have any real, memorable experiences to look back on when we got old. We wanted to change this — and we did.'

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food CAFE LOVERS Every coffee lover knows that this drink is perfect — especially on hot days when you need something refreshing

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FOOD

ICED COFFEE Make a cup of coffee.

Add the coffee of your choice and the quantity that you desire. You can use a cold brew or instant coffee.

Add ice to a glass.

Fill a glass full of ice cubes. If you want a stronger cup of coffee, you can freeze some of it and enjoy flavored ice cubes.

Pour some coffee into the glass with ice.

Pour the coffee slowly into the glass and make sure it’s at room temperature or even chilled.

Add milk and stir.

Add the quantity of milk you desire — it will depend on how much coffee you used. Milk will mask the coffee’s bitterness. Stir and it’s ready.

THINGS YOU CAN ADD TO YOUR ICED COFFEE 1. Syrups Add syrups to your coffee to give it some extra flavor. They need to be added before you pour your coffee in. You can make your own flavored syrups at home.

Here’s how to do it: Boil 1 cup of water.

Add 1 cup of sugar.

Add some extract (like vanilla, caramel, or coconut).

Let it sit in the fridge for one hour before using it.

2. Cocoa Add a tablespoon of cocoa to a vanilla extract syrup (as was explained in step 1) and mix them. The “chocolate syrup” that will come out of the mixture should be added last.

3. Spices If you’re a fan of spices, this is a great option. The best spices to use are nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, and pumpkin spice. Add this on top of the coffee.

4. Coconut water Coconut water gives an extra coconutty, almost chocolatey flavor to your drink. It’s also a great healthy option. Coconut water should be added last.

5. Vanilla ice cream Drop a spoonful or 2 of vanilla ice cream on top of your iced coffee to give it the consistency of a milkshake and a more intense flavor.

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A NEW HEALTHY

Asparagus can be a very versatile side dish as they are good with salads, pasta, pizza, frittatas, and a lot of other dishes.

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FOOD

FIRST THING YOU NEED TO DO: Before cooking the asparagus, you need to make sure you trim them. Cut the tough ends which are about 1/4 of the asparagus. They are woody and usually white in color. A good way to know how to cut in the right place is to bend one of them until it breaks and cut the others at the same level.

Make sure to not cut them too short or you will be wasting the good parts of the asparagus.

5 DIFFERENT METHODS TO COOK ASPARAGUS: Method 1: Blanched 1. Boil some water in a pot.

2. Place the asparagus in the boiling water.

3. Cover the pot and let it cook for 3 to 5 minutes (depending on the thickness of the asparagus).

4. Take them out and let them drain.

5. Put them in some ice-cold water.

6. Serve them immediately like this as a side dish.

Method 2: Steamed 1. Add some water to a skillet or pan, let it boil. The water only needs to cover the bottom of the pan.

2. Put the asparagus spears in a steaming basket on top of the skillet or pan.

3. Put the lid on and let them cook for 3 minutes.

4. Toss them with some butter, salt, and pepper.

Method 3: Grilled 1. Heat a large grill pan.

2. Dry grill the asparagus on both sides until they are nicely marked.

3. Once ready, put them on plates, and add a good squeeze of lemon juice and 3 times as much olive oil.

4. Serve them with salt, pepper, and some grated Parmesan.

Method 4: Roasted 1. Preheat oven to 425ºF. 2. Line a tray with foil or baking paper.

3. Put the asparagus spears on the tray.

4. Add some olive oil, salt, and pepper.

5. Roast for 10 minutes.

6. Serve them with creamy pasta or risotto.

Method 5: Stir fry 1. Heat some olive oil in a nonstick skillet or wok, over high heat.

2. Add the asparagus and some salt and pepper.

3. Stir often while it cooks for 3 minutes.

4. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water.

5. Cook it for another 3 minutes.

6. It’s ready to be served with some chicken, for example.

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living PRINCESS HAIRS

It's true that we don't always have time to do braids every morning. But once or twice a week you can make your daughter feel like a real princess for the whole day.

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LIVING

Princess Leia

Flower + French braid Explanation for steps 9-12 First, make a braid from the tail and roll it into a flower. Fix with hairpins and hairgrips (step 9). Then take the second, lower braid, roll it around the first one (step 10), and fix with hairpins (step 11). Hide the end between the strands (step 12).

Reverse French braid

Figure-eight bun

Instructions are in the website.

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TIPS & TRICKS

WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF YOUR PHONE GETS WET? Let's face it, it's one of our worst nightmares. You accidentally dropped your cell phone in the bath (or even worse - the toilet) or jumped into the pool with it in your pocket, or your phone got wet whilst walking in the rain. The warranty doesn't cover any damage caused by water, and all your photos and conversations could be lost in that little moment! That alone is enough to cause a mini heart attack in some people.

1. Take it out of the water immediately We know, it sounds obvious, but you might think that it's already too late and not even worth rushing to get it. However, every second matters, and if you're lucky, you'll still have a shot at saving your phone.

2. Turn it off More often than not, your phone will automatically turn itself off when it falls into some water, but if it doesn't, do not hesitate to turn it off or remove the battery to shut it down instantly. This will protect it from short circuiting.

3. Take out the battery (if possible) If you have a cell phone that doesn't let you remove the battery, such as an iPhone, skip this step. But if it's possible to get the battery out of the phone, do it without hesitation. It will help to prevent the phone from being fried. If you remove it, you'll cut the energy supply and avoid further damage.

4. Take out the sim and memory cards and all other peripherals.

Remove all covers and plugs that cover the gaps and slots in the phone. Pat your phone dry with a microfiber cloth or a towel (it's recommended not to use paper because the particles can clog in the gaps of the phone).

5. Put it in a vacuum bag This way you can extract any water stuck in the slots and the areas difficult to reach. Put the phone in a plastic bag and suck out the air, creating a vacuum effect. It will suck the liquid out of the inner parts of the phone.

6. Put it in a bowl of rice or other absorbent No, it's not a myth. Drying the phone with a handkerchief does not allow you to reach inside the phone, and you're going to need something to absorb the moisture...like uncooked rice. Put the phone and all its parts in a bowl of rice and leave it there for about two days. You can use other alternative materials that absorb water such as cat litter or silica gel sachets (usually found in dry foods, vitamins or new shoe boxes).

7. Turn it on...and keep your fingers crossed Although technicians warn that the chances of damage to the phone in case of falling in water are high, we at Bright Side are very optimistic and always believe in a positive outcome.

It's very important to give your phone at least two days to dry and resist the urge to turn it on, because if a tiny water particle remains inside, all your efforts will be useless. Good luck!

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