Q: A stretch fabric works best for making leggings, so opt for a stretch jersey, spandex, rayon with lycra, or some other type of stretchy fabric. You will need about 2 to 3 yards (1.8 to 2.7m) of fabric depending on your size. If you are making leggings for a baby or toddler, then you will only need about 1 yard (0.91m) of fabric. For baby and toddler leggings, you can also use a printed t-shirt for fabric. Make sure it is a shirt that you are willing cut up. You can use an old t-shirt or buy one on clearance. To create the pattern for the leggings, you will also need a pair of old leggings that fit you (or the person who will wear the leggings). If the leggings are a little smaller than you want them to be, then you can draw outside of the edges of the leggings to make them larger. You will need a piece of elastic that is long enough to wrap around the waist of the person who will wear the leggings. You can opt for a narrow piece of elastic, such as a piece that is 0.5 inches (1.3cm) wide, or you can go with a wider piece, such as a piece that is 2 inches (5.1cm) wide. The elastic will be hidden in the waistband, so you can use any color. To create your own custom pair of leggings, you will need to make a pattern first. That will require some paper that you can trace the outline of your folded leggings onto and a black marker. You can use a large roll of craft paper to get a piece that will be big enough for adult leggings, or you can use a large piece of construction paper for a pair of baby or toddler leggings.
A: Choose your fabric. Find an old pair of leggings. Get some elastic for the waistband. Collect paper and a marker for making a pattern.

Q: Fold the granulated sugar into the eggs in three even amounts. This forms the meringue. Depending on the type of coloring you're using, use about 10 drops of liquid coloring or just the tip of a knife for solid food coloring. Mix through using a silicone spatula. Fold the combined mixture together well with a spatula, over and over until smooth. If you lift a bit of the mix out with the spatula, it should form a thick ribbon as it drips back in. Alternatively, test a bit on a plate; it's ready if it forms a smooth dome and not a peak. It will need to be folded again if it looks like a peak. Pour the macaron mixture out onto the prepared sheet in a circular shape (it helps to draw the shapes onto the sheet first using a lid or other suitable circle template). Tap the edge of the baking sheet when you've piped all of the macarons onto the sheetthis helps the macaron mixture to settle in place. During this time, the macarons form a light top that isn't sticky. Place the macarons in the oven to bake for 10-15 minutes, or until they appear firm and glossy. Pour the cream into a heavy based saucepan. Bring to the boil. Add the white chocolate, cut into small pieces. Allow to melt Mix the melted chocolate through, then add the violet syrup. Mix to combine. Remove from the heat and allow to cool before using. Repeat with all remaining macarons. Arrange on a pretty cake stand or favorite plate lined with a doily. These meringue treats also look wonderful as gifts arranged in rows inside a cake box or wrapped in clear cellophane.
A: Prepare the baking sheet by lining with parchment paper. Mix together the icing sugar and powdered almonds until well combined. Sift the granulated sugar into a mixing bowl. In another bowl - whisk the egg whites until firm. Add the food coloring to the meringue mix. Add the icing sugar and almond mix to the meringue mix. Pour the macaron mixture into a piping bag with a smooth piping end. Leave the macaron sheet to rest in a dry place for 15 to 30 minutes, minimum. Preheat the oven to 285F/140C . Remove from the heat and leave to cool before sticking them together. Make the ganache or filling while the macarons are cooling: Pipe the ganache onto a macaron and assemble another macaron on top, like a sandwich filling. Serve.

Q: Using marble, granite, or any other solid surface is too hard and unyielding for a kitchen knife. This can dull your knife much more quickly. Choose a wooden cutting board instead of one made of plastic or any hard, solid material, such as glass. You should sharpen your knife annually. Honing is similar to sharpening, but it focuses more on removing nicks and recalibrating the angle of the blade. You should hone more often than you sharpen. Some ways that you can sharpen your knife include: using an electric sharpener, sending it to a professional, or using a sharpening stone. You can find more specific instructions on how to sharpen your knife at this website: http://www.seriouseats.com/2010/04/knife-skills-how-to-sharpen-a-knife.html. While cutting, frequently rinse it off with hot water and wipe it clean to keep food from building up on the blade. This prevents the blade from dulling and working less efficiently.
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Always cut on a cutting board. Sharpen and hone your knife regularly. Keep your knife clean while you're using it.