A Giant Squid's Favourite Fifty

The Nifty Fifty 

My Stinky Focaccia Bread Recipe

I put a lot of love into this lens because every time I make this Focaccia bread recipe I am reminded of my daughters little face with her nose scrunched up. I stumbled upon this recipe when my oldest daughter was very small and it has become a famil...

Why NLP Works

Neurolinguistic programming (NLP) is a set of practices that allow people to communicate more effectively with themselves and with other people. If you've ever surprised yourself - or failed yourself - you understand that you are a collection of abil...

Vegetarian French Onion Soup

I love French onion soup, but it's almost always made with beef broth, and I'm a vegetarian. I have my own French onion soup recipe that is easy, vegetarian, and really yummy. Read on and learn how to make it yourself!

Wooden Spoon Craft Ideas for Kids

Wooden spoons are an excellent choice if you are seeking kids craft ideas for younger children. I am a qualified nursery nurse and regularly include wooden spoon crafts when planning fun, educational activities for the children in my care. They are l...

How to Make the Trendiest Shots in Town

Hi, I have been bartending for over 15 years servin' up drinks in some of the trendiest establishments in 3 major North American cities.  Shots are always a staple in nightclubs, most having their own in house shot recipes.  Along the way,...

How To Get Deep Links with RSS Feeds

There are a number of online syndication services that will display an RSS feed as a web page. These will typically contain deep-links to pages on to the originating website, which is a valuable source of backlinks. I originally wrote about thi...

Pamper Your Pet

This site will provide you with the most sought after merchandise available.  Fantastic products to pamper your pet.   These darling items are the absolute rage this year. Are you looking for something special for their b...

Great BBC Documentaries

The BBC is renound for it's beautifuly filmed documentaries about the earth and its inhabitants. The photograpy and drama in these DVDs never ceases to amaze me with every viewing whether swimming with whales under the ocean or flying above the earth...

SEAHORSE Network: seahorse facts, links, conservation, photos, books, gifts, seahorses for children

Seahorses are one of nature's most unique and intriguing forms of marine life and are regarded fondly by individuals and interest groups of many cultures. These charismatic fish are threatened by over-exploitation, accidental capture and degradation...

Comfort Doll Project

In spring of 2006, my partner and I came up with the wild idea to raise money for African charities using Comfort Dolls and the generosity of well-known musicians and bands. A comfort doll is a small knitted doll that Icross Canada uses ins...

7 Chakras Of The Body

The chakras represent energy centres located throughout the body’s energy field. Through these chakra centre’s we can understand the constant flow of energy through and around our bodies. The word Chakra comes from the Sanskrit for &ldquo...

bdkz's Best Squidoo Tips

Welcome! I'm Bonnie, lensmaster bdkz. I'm a Giant Squid & RocketMoms Organizer here on Squidoo. I have created over 400 lenses, been "Lens of the Day" twice and have had 15 of my lens in the Top 100. I have been with Squidoo fo...

Glasgow Tigers Speedway

A lens about speedway in general, but principally Glasgow Tigers

Are You a Squidoo Nobody? How to Become a Squidoo Somebody in 6 Easy Lessons

Who is this little orange guy? That's what everyone wants to know! So, why are you leaving us in the dark? "This is my bio. I can edit it later." Well, little orange guy, later has arrived. The time is now! Come out from behind your orange anonymity...

Top 100 Rated Lensmasters

Here are the Top Rated Lensmasters, based on how many stars their lenses have received from fellow Lensmasters, across all of their lenses. This is calculated from the data collected for the Advanced Dashboard on SQUIDUtils.com. (see Lensmaster Tool...

Making Lemonade

This lens is about how to easily make your own delicious, homemade lemonade. Here are recipes and suggestions for flavor variations, links to more information about lemons and lemonade, and links to fun and helpful lemonade-related websites. And ther...

Cooking with Dandelions

Put that stubborn backyard weed to better use... on your dinner table! Dandelions can be a yummy addition to a fresh salad, or can even be used to make a coffee-like drink. They also can be used in soups and as their own side dish.

Limes - The Best Citrus

Okay, maybe the rest of the world thinks of oranges or lemons first when they think of citrus. Not me. For me it is limes. I love their color, their flavor, everything. They look cool and they taste even better. Want to learn more? Follow along with...

Mock Apple Pie

Wait. You want me to make an apple pie with no apples in it? Mock apple pie has a rich history from the settlers heading west across a young United States to the 20th-century suburban housewife. Read on to learn all about this culinary oddity.

Making Mashed Potatoes

One of the most popular ways to cook potatoes is to mash them.  This lens offers information about types of potatoes, how to keep and store them, and lots of recipe variations for homestyle, low-fat and fancy mashed potatoes.

Communicating with Cats

Meow...mew...mrrah! Welcome to the page dedicated to communicating with funky felines! Cats make all kinds of sounds.Does the MEOW have meaning? Having shared life with cats of all colors and breeds, I have a strong opinion. But read on, and then de...

Culinary Favorites From A to Z Headquarters

Culinary Favorites from A to Z Culinary Favorites is open to any well-crafted lenses related to food and cooking including but not limited to fruits and vegetables; fish, meat and alternatives; herbs and spices; baked goods; and beverages. You wil...

Olives

What's not to love about olives? Could it be the combination of the meatiness and saltiness, maybe it's the color and texture, or perhaps it's what makes a great martini? Whatever the reason, I invite you to celebrate this ancient deli...

My cats are pets??

It was really just to save a couple kittens to start. Seems it has became a way of life as we take care of more stray otherwise helpless animals.Here are the three cats we've decided to keep or did they decide to pick us?

Would You Trade Your Daughter for a Cow?

The very idea seems absurd, but for desperate families in parts of rural Africa, it's an all too common answer to a present-day economic problem. Thus, when a family runs out of food and sees no other solution, they will strike a deal with a neig...

Michelangelo's David

The stature and prominence, the importance and influence of Michelangelo's David statue may surprise you! The David statue tells a story, yes, and that story is here.  But the statue has his OWN story to tell, one that not many people know. Here i...

My Flower Garden

I'm Deb the Flowergardener, and I'd like to share my backyard flower garden and flower photos with you! I've designed and created a 2,000 square foot flower garden in my back yard which is truly unique, matching my personality and life st...

Taste Umami - Meet Your Taste Buds!

You say: "Mmmmh! This tastes good!" Your face lightens up: "Ah, so sweet!" You frown - it's too bitter, it needs more sugar! Why do you crunch up all your facial muscles after biting into a pickle? Let's take a closer look at the reasons for our re...

Gems and Jewels

There are hundreds of precious and semi-precious gems in the world. It would be impossible to feature them all in one place but this lens will cover a wide range of  precious and semi-precious gems.  

Bouncy Ball collecting resources

I am a collector. And yes, I admit, a recovering pack-rat. With that out of the way, I would like to introduce my guide to a specific collection. BALLS! Bouncy, round, sport, mineral, carpet, crystal, marble and whatever else you can think of. I'll s...

The Super Ultimate Harajuku Style Guide

Huge pool of ideas for your harajuku look!

Staycation -- Everyone Should Try One

By now, no doubt, you know what a staycation is. Although this word has been around a long time, it really came into fashion in the year 2008. When I hear it, it is a word which still makes me smile. Why? Interested? Travel down the page to Part 1 of...

Would You Rather Be Praised or Paid?

Compliment vs. Money This question may be harder to answer than it seems. A segment on the television program Good Morning America this morning prompted me to ask this question. Would you rather receive a compliment for a job well done, or a few doll...

I Love Calendars! The History of Calendars plus Great New Calendars, Planners and More

Wall calendars, desk calendars, pocket calendars, perpetual calendars, and even electronic calendars.  Who would have thought that something so much the same on the inside could have so much variety on the outside!  Not only do they help re...

Bettie Page - American Icon

Bettie Page was an artist's model whose all-American good looks and perky smile made her an icon.  Her image has moved into the realm of pop culture and continues to be an influence decades after her peak working years and retirement. To take a...

What Can You Do With Squidoo?

Congratulations! You are the newest member of Squidoo. You have edited your profile, uploaded your picture and now you are faced with the task of creating your first lens. Or maybe you've already made a couple of lenses and now you can't think of any...

Shih Huang Ti, First Emperor of China | Qin Shi Huang

Shih Huang Ti (or Qin Shi Huang Ti) was heir to the throne of Chin, a powerful feudal state in northwest China. On his accession he set about uniting China, annexing the other feudal states with ruthless efficiency, aided by espionage, brib...

Flip the Pancake and Sing about Waffles

You can make the best waffles and pancakes with the cast iron griddles and pure Vermont Maple Syrup. To get you in the mood you gotta check out the video "Do you like pancakes?" My daughter drew the cats that keep popping up around the Waffles. So...

Mme Blavatsky : Helena Petrovna Blavatsky

Blavatsky compared the science of her day, studied the world religions and came up with her own synthesis, which she called 'theosophy', or ancient wisdom.

Cocktail Hour

The "Cocktail Hour" is a lens for the home bartender. Featured are cocktail recipes and pictures from Flickr Pictures. For the record, I used to be a bartender in Vegas. Also check out my web site It's Cocktail Hour! It's easy to navigate a...

Emily Dickinson

Emily Dickinson was born on December 10, 1830 in Amherst, MA. Born into a well-off and well-educated, Emily continued the tradition of education. She never wed, and lived out her life with her family. She left the house very little, but corresponded...

Jayne Mansfield: Sex Symbol

Jayne Mansfield, was a sex symbol. She pushed the limits. Often overshadowed by Marilyn Monroe, Jayne broke boundaries. Though her life was cut short, Jayne Mansfield lived life more then most. She suffered tragedy, and conquered the hearts of millio...

Vegan Cake Recipes

Ok, Fellow Vegan Cake Lovers...I've been searching, baking, and tasting since the beginning of my Vegan Days for "I can't believe it's Vegan" cake recipes, and what I'm about to share with you are my choices for the bestest vegan cakes so f...

Hair Vitamins

Hair Vitamins. Healthy hair is a pleasure to behold and should be a person's shining glory.  A high-quality hair vitamin supplies the body with the proper amino acids and minerals that you may not be receiving in your diet to help create beautif...

S Is For Sloth

Sloths are nocturnal, South American mammals known for being especially slow-moving.

Towel Animals & Towel Origami: How To Make Them Just Like On The Cruise Ships -- The Easy Way!

Have you ever been on a Carnival cruise or to a nice Bed & Breakfast and been greeted in your room by one of those cute towel animals?  On this lens you'll learn cool tips and tricks for making these cuties and even how to try all 16 of...

The Free Squidoo Guide

What I know about Squidoo... I learned at Squidoo!  I put this lens together to start to make better sense of all the free information I've found for how to use Squidoo and how to build better lenses.  My recommendations are based on what I...

C Is For Capybara

The capybara is considered the world's largest rodent and lives in South America.

Digital Scrapbooking Freebies - Where to Find the Good Stuff

So, you want to know where can you get your hands on the BEST free digital scrapbooking downloads? Here is my elite list of over TWENTY wonderful links to Digi-Scrappin' sites along with a listing of freebie blogs, too! Enjoy them all and remember to...

Monarch Butterflies Are Easy To Raise

Photo credit- Paul B. Sutherland My family lives in the country. And we love raising Monarch Butterflies. It's really quite easy to raise them at home. We've got milkweed growing in our butterfly garden in our backyard. I just took some old...

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Veggie Burns Supper

Burns Suppers have been part of Scottish culture for  200 years as a means of commemorating the life and works of poet Robert Burns. The traditional centrepiece of the Burns supper  menu is the haggis -a meat dish. However nowadays there ar...

Courtney Love

Courtney Love is an American actress and musician, perhaps unfairly best known for her marriage to the late Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain and her various personal dramas. On this lens you'll find Courtney Love and Hole downloads,discography, pictures...

The Morrissey Directory

Morrissey and The Smiths links,discographies, clips, news,information, downloads and shopping in one handy online bookmark.

Lens of the Week

Welcome to Lens of The Week, This is an all category fight to the death. Each week I am inviting nominations for Lens of the Week. In a selection process involving a panel of er... well me, I will whittle the nominations down to three then turn it ov...

Onions

Onions are the bad boy of the vegetable world. They stink, they make make you cry but my God they're delicious. Salad Onions, scallions, spring onions, pickled onions, red onions, brown onions, shallots or white onions. I love them all. It would pr...