Articles written by Sarah Tennant

The rules and traditions surrounding Amish men's hairstyles are complex and divisive. From the width of a hat brim to the length of a trim, every aspect is significant.

Jun 3, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Construction, safety, sports and motorcycle helmets all play havoc with hair. Avoid helmet hair by wearing an unsquashable coiffure.

Jun 3, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Amish women's hairstyles and head coverings are a matter of Biblical injunction, Ordnung and regional variation.

May 30, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Different hair braiding styles and looks, from regal crown braids to bikers' braids, lace braids to medieval 5-strand plaits.

May 28, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

'Ballerina baldness', localised hair loss caused by too much tension on the roots of hair, can easily be remedied by changing your hair care routine.

May 28, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Detangling knotted hair can be painful, frustrating and time-consuming. These tips will help keep your hair sleek and tangle-free.

May 28, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

New York-style, delicatessan or baked cheesecakes are famous for their creamy, silky texture and richness. This recipe is simple and divine!

May 25, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

This easy chocolate mousse recipe is made from only a few simple ingredients and produces a rich, creamy, fluffy result.

May 25, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Spielberg's classic children's film contains an alien who is not merely benevolent, but Messianic.

May 24, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Hamilton and its surrounding areas have many famous and well-kept-secret wedding locations, suitable for intimate country weddings or huge town hall receptions.

May 21, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Para-Phenylendiamine ('black henna') is a dangerous and toxic chemical which is sold in hair dyes and as a temporary tattoo dye.

May 21, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Used correctly, a boar bristle brush is a product-free and non-damaging way to achieve sleek, shiny, healthy hair.

May 20, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Ideas for thrilling the birthday geek with a Middle-Earth novelty cake.

May 19, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

A guide to preventing or fixing some common cake decorating glitches, from curdled buttercream to cracked fondant.

May 19, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Wedding and Christmas cakes are often embellished with piped writing, curclicues or even pictures. Doing it yourself takes practice, but is not difficult.

May 18, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

The Waikato region offers a number of activities within an hour of Hamilton, ranging from Lord of the Rings locations to extreme sports and quaint craft villages.

May 18, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Three-decker cakes are not made simply by stacking the layers on top of each other. Learn how to construct a sturdy, topple-free wedding cake.

May 16, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

This recipe includes instructions for making the delicious homemade apple stuffing and a glaze for the chicken.

May 15, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

These easy guidelines tell you how to prepare a homemade roast chicken from scratch. These principles ensure that the bird is succulently tender without tasting stewed.

May 15, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Cake decorating can call for many different tastes and textures of icing, from silky-smooth chocolate ganache to fluffy cream cheese icing.

May 14, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Specialist cakes require expensive equipment, but for the amateur cake decorator, these simple items will make a world of difference for stress-free decorating.

May 14, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

A quick-and-dirty guide to masking a fruit or chocolate mud cake with almond paste (marzipan) and white fondant. Suitable for wedding and Christmas cakes.

May 14, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Adding extra ingredients to your henna powder brew can subtly alter the final colour, treat or condition your hair, or simply make the mixture more pleasant to apply.

May 13, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Icing a fantastic cake no longer requires spending fiddly hours constructing tiny icing roses. These ideas are fast, simple and snazzy!

May 13, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Declaring your love and commitment with vows you wrote yourself is an opportunity for a touching memory that will last a lifetime... or a disaster.

May 13, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Riding on the back of a motorbike can either be thrilling or disastrous, depending on how well you follow some commonsense rules about gear and behavior for a pillion.

May 11, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Bakers whose Christmas menu is flagging will appreciate these rich and varied ethnic Christmas breads, hailing from Denmark to Finland to Italy.

May 6, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

It is possible to have gorgeous wedding flowers without spending half the budget on a florist. Here's how:

May 2, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

If you're buying a gift for a greenie, or just trying to nudge a friend into ecological living, read these tips.

May 1, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

It's surprising how different ways of shaping and slashing dough can affect the finished product. Here's a quick glossary of traditional shapes.

May 1, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

JRR Tolkien has inspired a number of parents to call their babies Galadriel and Arwen. Here are some Professor-esque alternatives for Middle-Earth baby names.

Apr 30, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

This little-known vitamin may prevent birth defects, improve quality of life for diabetics, and treat a number of skin conditions.

Apr 30, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

The dreaded "post-partum shed" can add to the stress of a new baby and leave mothers feeling depressed about their appearance.

Apr 29, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Rye bread, usually heavily darkened with molasses, is eaten primarily in climates too cold for wheat. Originally something of a famine bread, rye is now back in fashion.

Apr 23, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

There's more to finding an A-list hairdo than simply plunking a copy on Woman's Day in front of your stylist and demanding "That one!". Consider these factors...

Apr 16, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

These quality works of literature are an excellent starting point for a homeschool or history fair project, or simply to be read aloud to your children.

Apr 10, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

A safer, more convenient alternative to hot water bottles, wheatie bags are versatile, easy to make and comforting to use!

Apr 7, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Baked cheesecakes have something of a reputation for being difficult and temperamental. However, these hints can help avoid two of the most common problems.

Mar 31, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Follow these instructions and you'll end up with a divinely flavourful, melt-in-your-mouth grilled steak dinner.

Jan 29, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Baking bread isn't difficult, but there is a knack to creating perfect, light, tasty loaves every time. To ensure success, follow these guidelines:

Jan 24, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

A single hair can stay on the head for years. Make its time less traumatic and prevent split ends and broken hair by applying some gentle hair care techniques.

Jan 19, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

The vivid, orange-red dye produced by the henna bush is safer and more permanent than regular hair dyes. Henna is the subject of many myths and misconceptions, however.

Jan 16, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

A vivid, multi-tonal and non-damaging alternative to chemical dyes, henna paste is simple to apply once a few basic rules have been learned.

Jan 16, 2008 - Sarah Tennant

Don't attempt to transport a wedding cake to its location without considering its style, structure and even flavour. These tips can help avert disaster...

Jan 11, 2008 - Sarah Tennant