INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Coconut flour works well as a binder in recipes where you'd normally use ingredients like cracker or bread crumbs, such as meatloaf. However, you will need to double the liquid in the recipe because the coconut flour will absorb so much of it. Some people have good luck using it to thicken sauces, while others do not. In fact, some cooks recommend not trying it at all. However, you should experiment and see what works for you. You may find it works well as a thickener for your purposes. Don't forget that coconut flour will absorb more liquid than wheat flour, though, so only try a little bit at a time. If you want to make coconut chicken or shrimp, coconut flour makes a good base. Simply dip the meat into an egg wash first (whisked egg), then dip it into the coconut flour. You can also season it with salt and pepper. Next, dip it back into the egg, then roll it in coconut flakes. Finally, fry the meat as normal in oil.

SUMMARY: Add it as a binder for meatloaf and meatballs. Experiment with using it in sauces. Use it as a base for coconut shrimp or chicken.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Right after planting, the tulips do actually need watering to trigger growth. This will likely be one of the few times you actually have to water them. Do not water them again until you see leaves. Then, you can give them a light sprinkling and that's it. If it hasn't rained in a few weeks in your area, give your tulips a dusting of water. This will be one of the rare occasions when you should step in and get some moisture into the soil. Tulips often need less water during the spring due to lots of rain and moisture. Most of the time, the weather will take care of this plant for you. Normal rainfall is all they need.

SUMMARY: Water your tulips once planted. Water developing tulips only during a dry spell.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Sometimes, you don't notice oil stains until after you have already washed and dried the garment. Unfortunately, the heat of the dryer would have set the stain into the fabric. Luckily, it is still possible to remove the stain. Here is a list of what you will need to do this:  Cardboard (recommended) WD-40 Baking soda Dish soap Old toothbrush Small bowl and Q-tips (for small stains) Washing machine Do not rinse the dish soap off; it will come off in the washer. If the stain is still there, let the garment air-dry, and try the method again. You can also take the item to a dry cleaner. Only when the stain is gone is it safe to put it into the dryer. This is because the heat of the dryer can set the stain.

SUMMARY: Gather your supplies. Wash the garment in the washing machine according to the tag. Make sure that the stain is gone before using the dryer.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: List your services online and leave business cards at salons that don’t have a mortuary makeup artist on staff. Making connections within the community can lead to referrals, individual freelance jobs, or a full-time position. Keep in mind that there will be more opportunities and higher-paying mortuary makeup artist jobs in highly populated areas. Contact your local funeral home director and ask if they need a makeup artist. Many funeral homes will list job postings as needed so call or check their website frequently. Ask the funeral home director if they can put you on their list of potential makeup artists. Once you find a job posting for a mortuary makeup artist, fill out an online application or ask the funeral home for a paper application. Fill out the application with your contact information, job experience, and references. You'll also have to give the director a copy of your cosmetology license and show them a portfolio of your work. If you're genuinely interested in the job, find out if the job is full-time or freelance. For example, you may be offered contracts on an individual basis. Then talk with the director about the pay and job expectations. If you're just starting out, the job may start as an on-call or contract position. Once you've built up a bigger portfolio, you might be able to negotiate your position.

SUMMARY:
Spread the word about your services among local business. Reach out to funeral homes in your area. Respond to a job posting. Discuss terms of the job.