Annie Watson

Annie brings decades of experience to the Kitchen Ask. She is a noted chef and avid gardener. Her new book 'Healthy Eating Through the Garden' will be released shortly. When not writing or speaking about food and gardens Annie can be found puttering around farmer's markets and greenhouses looking for the next great idea.

What are scalloping shears for?

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Pinking shears make zigzag-shaped cuts and scalloping shears make scalloped cuts. These shears are used to finish raw edges. SHEARS: Shears are used to cut fabric and should never be used on paper. The handles are different sizes so they will fit your hand.

What utensils do artists use?

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The Pencils, Papers, and Erasers You Need to Start DrawingGraphite pencils.Colored and pastel pencils.Charcoal sticks, artists’ pencils, and carré sticks.Image by One Light Studio via Shutterstock.Graphite sticks.Inks, dip brushes, dip pens, and pens.Craft knife, erasers, stumps, and sharpeners.Paper.

How do you test a refrigerator thermometer?

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To check the temperature of a refrigerator, it’s best to use food or liquid that has been in the compartment for at least 24 hours. The most common practice is to place a glass of water in the refrigerator (but not in the door) and let it sit for a day. Then place the thermometer in the glass to get a reading.

What is built-in buffet?

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A built-in buffet or sideboard offers as much storage and display space, usually in an even smaller footprint. Perhaps the most romantic of built-ins, the inglenook is both a throwback to American Colonial times (and earlier precedents) and a signature element of Arts & Crafts-era rooms.

What is the best material to make a cutting board out of?

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Dense hardwood lumber with a closed grain like maple, walnut and cherry are among the best cutting board materials. The choice of wood should be free of warps, have a flat surface and doesn’t have any blemishes or excessive knots on the surface. The ideal cutting board thickness should be 1 1/4 to 2 inches.

What is a good size for a spice jar?

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There is no standard spice jar, there are a wide variety of sizes sold by many different companies. We consider the standard size to be 2″ in diameter and 5″ tall, this is the larger of the sizes available. Penzey’s and other premium brands use the larger size, McCormick goes smaller with 1.8″ diameter and 4.5″ tall.