Use a disposable spoon for easy cleanup. Stir everything for about 10 seconds, making sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl so that it all gets mixed together. It’s easiest to do this while the mixture is still warm, so do it right after you’ve melted the coconut oil and cocoa butter and added in whatever other ingredients you want to use. Coconut oil has a really low melting point, so don’t put this kind of gloss into an actual lip balm tube, as it is more likely to melt out of that kind of container. You can buy small, lidded tins online for less than a dollar a piece, or you may even be able to find them at your local dollar store or beauty store. Try hosting a lip gloss making party! Everyone can bring their favorite shades of lip gloss and you can all swap shades so you have a plethora of options to choose from.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Stir the ingredients together until everything has combined. Transfer the lip gloss into tins and let it cool for 20 minutes.


Use a drill or powered screwdriver to attach the outlets using 1.25-inch (3.2 cm) deck screws. The gutters themselves will attach to these outlets, so it's important to place them first to use as a guide as you continue installing. Install deck screws every 2 feet (0.6 m), approximately an inch away from the edge of the roof. The water needs to be able to travel easily through the gutters, funneling toward the downspouts. You probably won't want to have spouts at every corner, so use gutter corners in the in-between areas. First, install the gutter sections into the outlets, using the hangers to support the individual sections. Use a plastic slip joint at the end of every 10-foot length, connecting the gutter sections for each section with connectors. Add an end cap to areas that won't have outlets to keep the water flowing toward the downspouts.  If you need to adjust the size of the gutter sections to fit your walls, cut them using a loppers or a table saw. To make the job easier, have one person hold one end of the gutter while the other takes the other end and begins attaching the vinyl gutter to the hangers from the outside in. First, secure the downspout outlet to the gutter. Connect downspout elbows to the outlet and outlet tube coming from the gutter. Secure the correct size drainpipe section to fit between the elbows. Secure the drainpipe to the wall using the same brackets you used for the gutter sections. Often kits will come with jackets made of metal mesh to fit over the vinyl gutters to complete the gutter installation. This keeps debris from clogging up gutters and should keep the water flowing smoothly.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Install downspout outlets on the edges of the house. Attach gutter hangers along the chalk line on the fascia boards. Secure gutter corners on the corners of the house that will not have downspouts. Hang the gutter sections. Attach drain pipes to the house. Fit gutter guards or jackets on.


Use a drill to unscrew any hinges or tracks from your closet opening, and take off the old doors and set them aside. When you’re finished, the opening to your closet should be free of any obstructions. Use a tape measure to measure the distance between the floor and the top of your closet opening to get the height. Measure the height several times so you know your measurement is accurate. Write down the height somewhere so you have it for later. Take the tape measure and measure from one side of your closet opening to the other. Measure the width multiple times to ensure accuracy. When you're finished, write down the width so you can refer to it later. Sliding closet doors and tracks come in a variety of sizes. You’ll want to compare the measurements you took to the product specifications for the doors and tracks you're looking at so you know they'll fit in your closet opening. Look for a set of 2 sliding doors that comes with a pair of tracks.  Look for doors that are slightly shorter than the height of your closet opening. It’s OK if the tracks you buy are longer than the width of your closet. You can cut them to size later on. Just make sure the tracks aren’t shorter than the width of your closet or they’ll be too small. If you have a particularly wide closet, you may need to buy more than 2 doors. If you do, look for tracks that can hold 3 or more doors.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Remove any existing doors on your closet. Measure the height of your closet opening. Measure the width of your closet opening. Buy sliding closet doors and tracks that will fit your closet opening.


Use a fabric measuring tape to measure your waist. Then add one inch to this measurement. The total will be the length of your elastic.  For example, if your waist measurement is 28, then you will need to have 29 inches of elastic. If you are making the dress for a child, try to use a two-inch (5.08) wide elastic. If you are making the dress for an adult, try to use a three-inch (7.62) wide elastic. Black is the most popular color, but a white elastic might look cute against a black skirt. Use a ½ inch (1.27 centimeter) seam, and knot the ends of the thread. Snip off any excess thread when you are done sewing. Turn the elastic so that the seam is facing you. Use your iron to press the two edges down. They should be facing away from each other, and rest flat against the elastic. Topstitch them down.  Be sure to knot the ends of the thread, and to snip any excess off. This will help prevent the elastic from fraying. It will also give you a nice, clean finish on the inside. A sewing machine will give you the cleanest finish, but you can also use fabric glue to tack the two edges down instead. The seam of the elastic should be on the inside. The waist/top hem of the skirt and the bottom edge of the elastic should be overlapping by ¼ inch (0.64 centimeters). Keep in mind that you will not be flipping the skirt inside out. You want to have the entire waistband visible when you are done sewing. Make sure that you stretch the elastic as you sew to ensure that it will be evenly sewn onto the felt. This will allow your waistband to stretch better. Keep sewing until you get to the end of the elastic. When you are done sewing, you should have a sleek waistband for your skirt. Your poodle skirt is now ready to wear!

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Measure your waist and add one inch (2.54 centimeters). Cut the elastic according to your measurement. Sew the narrow ends of the elastic together. Press the seam flat, and stitch the edges down. Tuck the skirt inside the elastic and pin it in place. Sew the elastic onto the skirt with a zigzag stitch.


Use a feather duster and apply light pressure to remove dust from the keys. Even dust can scratch the piano, so be very gentle. Be sure to get into all the nooks and crannies as well, such as between the keys. Dust the piano every couple days to prevent dust from settling on the piano and making its way into the soundboard and the action mechanism. Find a clean white cloth made of a soft and lint-free material like flannel or microfiber. Wet the cloth with clean water, and then wring out as much of the water as possible. Clean a few keys at a time by gently rubbing them with the damp cloth in a back-to-front direction. Immediately go over those keys with a dry cloth to remove any excess water before cleaning more keys.  Avoid coarse cloths, synthetic materials, and paper towels, all of which can scratch the keys. Don't use colored materials, because they can transfer dye to the piano. Don't use a side-to-side motion when cleaning, because this can push dirt and moisture down between the keys. To identify ivory keys, look for a grain that runs in the direction of the keys, fine splits, warped areas, and a matte finish. Because plastic keys are synthetic and not porous like ivory, you can clean them with extra cleaning products if necessary. Plastic keys will always be perfectly flat and smooth, and they won't have a grain or warp marks like ivory ones. To clean plastic keys, you'll need a cloth damp with water and cleaning solution, a cloth damp with just water, and a dry cloth.  Fill a small bowl with clean water and a few drops of liquid dish detergent or vinegar.  Mix the solution, then dip in a clean white flannel or microfiber cloth. Wring out the excess water and gently rub a few keys using the back-to-front motion. Take the cloth that's damp with clean water and go over those keys to remove excess cleaning solution. Go over the keys with the dry cloth. Repeat with a few more keys until all the keys are clean and dry.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Dust the keys. Clean ivory keys. Clean plastic keys.


Use a fine grit sandpaper (180 to 220) to smooth out any rough edges. If you marked low areas with a pencil, you can blend them into the high areas to ensure that the next coat will bond fluidly to the surface. This time, work in a horizontal direction, perpendicular to the first coat. Allow to dry. Sand once more, and run your hands over the surface to feel out imperfections that you can't see with the naked eye. With each new coat, switch direction from horizontal to vertical to ensure even coverage of the drywall. Make sure that you allow each coat ample time to dry before you apply the next coat. Vacuum the walls and make sure that there is no remaining plaster dust. Apply a primer before painting or hanging wallpaper.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Sand the walls. Apply a second layer of drywall mud. Repeat as necessary until the surface is smooth. Clean the room thoroughly when you are done.


Use a flat pointed trowel to apply a 2-3" layer of mortar to the wire frame.  Build the rock from the bottom up.     Make a layer of mortar around the base of the rock and work upwards around the wire frame. Create a realistic looking rock by adding contours and patterns to the surface of the mortar.  Use your trowel to create dips and creases in the surface of the mortar. Press a real rock into the mortar to make imprints of the rock's texture. Press a sea sponge or scouring pad into the rock to create pock marked look. Wrap a plastic bag around your hand and press it into the mortar to give a wrinkled look. The curing process is a result of a chemical reaction, not the cement drying out. Although 75% of the curing is completed after one week, it may take up to a month for cement to cure completely.  Mist the surface of the rock every few days as it cures. Keep the cement out of direct sunlight to prevent cracks. Cover the rock with plastic sheeting as it cures.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Apply the mortar mix to the wire form. Add texture to the mortar. Cure the rock for 30 days in a dry location.


Use a forward lifting and rolling motion with the short edge of your trowel to even out the mortar with the face of the brick. Continue to do this as you lay new bricks to prevent mortar from bunching up and creating large chunks on the bricks. You can also use a large, clean sponge to even out the mortar with the face of the bricks. The goal is to brush away dust on the face of your brick rather than wiping the mortar dust deeper into the brick. Avoid pressing down on the brush and wipe away from the surface of the brick. Use a back and forth motion until the mortar dust on the face of your wall is removed. 2 inches (5.08cm) from the wall to prevent mortar splatter. A scaffold should be set up 2 inches (5.08cm) from the wall to prevent mortar splatter at the base of your wall. Scaffold boards that are closest to the wall should be angled away and slightly downward from the wall. Lay down straw, fabric drop cloths, or plastic sheeting on the base of the wall to prevent mortar drippings from staining the base of your wall. These drop clothes should extend 3 to 4 feet (91.44 cm) from the base of your wall. You can also use plywood or oriented strand board. If any mortar drips on the wooden boards, you can reuse it as long as it didn't get dirty. If you take all of these precautionary measures, but large clumps of mortar still end up on your wall, you should allow them to dry and then attempt to remove them using the chisel or acid method.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Use the edge of a trowel to even out the mortar with the wall face. Rub off remaining mortar dust with a medium-soft bristle brush. Set up a scaffold  Protect the base of your wall with a drop cloth or plastic sheet. Allow larger clumps of mortar to dry before removing them.


Use a funnel to carefully pour the shampoo mixture into a plastic or glass container that will hold about 3 cups (710 milliliters or 24 fluid ounces) of liquid. If you used plain water and did not infuse the shampoo with dried herbs, you can safely store the entire bottle in your shower. If you infused the water with dried herbs, you must store the bottle in the refrigerator. It will go bad if left out at room temperature for more than one or two days. It will last for about 10 days in the refrigerator. Around the 10 day mark, be sure to smell the mixture before using it.  If it smells sour, throw it out and make a new batch. If it smells good, the shampoo is still usable. For convenience, you can transfer some of the shampoo to a small bottle and keep that in your shower for one or two days without it going bad. Aloe vera shampoo is gentle enough to use every time you wash your hair. Always shake the bottle gently before you use the shampoo, since the ingredients can settle over time. Pour a quarter-sized amount into your palm and massage it into your hair and scalp. Rinse thoroughly.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Bottle the shampoo mixture. Store the bottle in the refrigerator if you used dried herbs. Use the shampoo as needed.


Use a garden shovel to dig a hole in the dirt deep enough to cover the root and bottom of the plant. Remove the azalea from its container and loosen the roots. If it is pot-bound (roots tightly circling and too close together) you may need to cut some roots in order to do this. Dig a few inches wider than the ball of the root, and set the azalea upright in the hole so that the top of the root ball is slightly above the surface of the ground. Drop soil into the hole around the plant. Spread it around and under the azalea, and lightly pat it into place with your fingertips.  Wet the azalea before planting. Dip the root ball in a bucket of water, or use a hose to lightly dampen it, before setting the azalea into the ground.  If you are planting more than one azalea, make sure the holes are space several feet apart. Water the plant and the soil slowly and thoroughly. Water again the day after planting. The plants must be watered at least once per week, unless they are in direct sunlight, in which case they must be watered more frequently. Take care not to let the azalea dry out, or it will wither. Use pine bark, pine needles, sawdust or wood chips between the bushes. This will keep the soil moist and the temperature of the dirt even. Mulch will also help keep out weeds. A good time to re-apply mulch might be after the blooms have faded. If your soil is rich and acid, there is probably no need to fertilize and generally azaleas grow quite well without extra nutrients. In fact, over-fertilizing is often worse than not fertilizing at all since their shallow root systems can be damaged by fertilizer. If you do need to fertilize, do it in spring, right after the azalea blooms. Use an acid forming fertilizer like cottonseed meal, or choose a special azalea fertilizer. Improper fertilizing can also cause the plant to bloom at the wrong time, so be sure to fertilize only if required.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Dig a hole and plant the azalea. Water the azalea plant. Keep the azalea well-mulched. Only fertilize the azalea if required.


Use a generous amount of a commercial conditioner and massage it into the affected area. If a small mat isn't treated immediately, it can turn into a serious and painful problem. Coat conditioner helps to loosen the tangles so you can remove them more easily. Mats can be very hard, packed with dirt and hair, and can become jammed against your dog's skin. Even very small mats made of five or ten hairs can pull the skin under the dog’s arms and can cause infections from the transfer of bacteria around genital areas. Parasites like ticks and fleas also like to hide in mats, so you should always take care of them as soon as possible.  Try to untangle the mat manually with your fingers before you begin with the comb. Use the wide teeth of the comb first, holding the mat firmly in your fingers so you don't pull your dog's hair when you pull at the mat. Use the finer teeth of the comb once you have broken up most of the mat. This is a difficult process for your dog, as well, and if he moves or jerks while you are grooming him you might accidentally hurt him. If you are rough or impatient while grooming your dog, it can erode the trust between you. Remember that most dogs will try to chew out a hair tangle when it starts to bother them, so the area may already be quite sensitive before you begin. If you can't remove the tangle you may be able to cut it out with scissors. Put the comb in your dog's hair between the tangle and his skin, then cut the mat out with scissors. This will help you avoid cutting your dog. When you finish your grooming session, always reward your dog with a nice to treat to thank them for being patient. This will encourage them to look forward to the next grooming session. With proper grooming, shaving any breed of dog is rarely necessary, and should only be done on the advice of your vet or a trusted professional groomer. You should never shave your dog if you have one of the double-coated breeds, like Pomeranians, Shetland Sheepdogs, Siberian Huskies, Samoyeds. The outer coat on a double...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Apply coat conditioner directly to the mat. Untangle the mat slowly. Be patient with your dog, and give him breaks if necessary. Use scissors sparingly. Reward your dog. Avoid shaving your double coated dog.


Use a gentle, non-irritating soap to wash your skin, focusing on areas that are most likely to be affected by blocked sweat glands. These areas include the groin, armpits, beneath the breast, and any other area of skin that folds against itself.  Choose a mild, hypoallergenic soap to avoid irritating your skin. Exfoliating your skin may also prevent blocked sweat glands. Allow your skin to air-dry rather than rubbing dry with a towel. Wash daily, or twice a day if necessary to maintain cleanliness. Any clothing that presses or rubs against your skin increases your chances of developing blocked sweat glands. Wearing loose clothing made of natural fibers, such as hemp, cotton or linen, is recommended to prevent blocked sweat glands.  Underwire bras can block sweat glands beneath the breasts. Try to find a supportive bra that doesn't press tightly against your skin. Tight waistbands can also block the sweat glands. Research shows that smoking increases your chances of developing HS, though the cause is currently unknown. Smoking is one of the key risk factors for HS. In order to prevent blocked sweat glands, try to quit smoking.  If you need help to quit smoking, talk to your medical health provider or a local health organization. Support groups, online groups, or individual coaches can help you quit smoking. Many companies have incentive programs to help their employees quit smoking. Keep trying until you find the one that works for you. HS is most common among people who are overweight or obese. To prevent blocked sweat glands, try to maintain a healthy body weight. If you're overweight, consider joining a weight loss program for encouragement and support in making lifestyle changes. Eat a healthy diet, avoiding sugary snacks and fatty foods, and eat plenty of fresh vegetables and fruit.  Talk to your health care provider about weight loss support groups and dietary needs. If you've already developed HS, losing weight can help prevent additional flareups. Shaving the armpits or groin can result in rubbing...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Wash your skin with antiseptic soap. Avoid tight clothing. Quit smoking. Maintain a healthy weight. Don't shave your body hair. Keep your groin area cool and clean. Avoid overheating.


Use a guitar support for the neck of your guitar as you lay it on a flat and solid surface. If you don’t have a guitar support, place the neck securely against your torso as you unwind the strings. Use one hand above the post and the other below it to twist an S around the post. Smoothly twist the string in a clockwise motion. Twist in the opposite direction for high strings on 3 + 3 headstocks.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Ensure your guitar is at a stable position. Twist the string in an S shape. Finished.


Use a hair clip or tie to pull all of your hair together except for one section. Find the first and closest section of artificial hair at the bottom of your head. You want to start at the bottom and work your way up so you know where you’ve already removed extensions. Oil helps break up any chemical bonds from glue or tape. Use either almond oil, coconut oil, baby oil, olive oil, or a hair salon product specifically for removing extensions. Dab or gently rub the oil into the extension bond and wait for the bond to break down.  The oil needs time to seep into the bonds to break them down. Wait at least 15 minutes or even more time for thick tape or glue bonds.  Make sure you set aside time to remove your extensions. You don’t want to be caught off guard with half a head of fake hair that you didn’t have time to finish removing. Rinse your hair thoroughly and then coat your entire head in conditioner. Work the conditioner into your roots and the tape or glue bonds. Wrap your head in a towel and wait 20 minutes. After unwrapping, use a wide toothed comb to gently comb out your extensions.  This can help remove stubborn bonds if using oil did not remove your extensions completely. Comb from the tips of your hair and work your way up to the roots so that you don’t tangle you natural and fake hair together, which makes combing out the fake hair more difficult and painful. For each section, it may take several repetitions of applying oil or wrapping your hair in a towel to remove all of the glue. Work through each section of hair entirely before letting down another section of your from your ponytail or hair clip. Wash your hair with a clarifying shampoo and nourishing conditioner afterward.  Even after repeated treatments, you may still have some small bits of glue left in your hair. These will work their way out gradually over a few days to a few weeks.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Separate your hair into workable sections. Let oil sit on a section of glue or tape for 15 minutes. Wrap your hair in a towel and conditioner to break down remaining glue. Repeat to get all of the glue out.


Use a hair pick or comb to part your hair down the middle, dividing it into 2 large sections at the base of your skull.  Make sure your sections are even so your braid will be as well. If you want, you can brush out each of these sections to ensure that the hair is smooth and well divided. This is different from traditional and french braids, which use 3 sections of hair.

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Use a handheld mixer or a food processor with a whisk attachment to do this. It will be faster. You can also use a whisk or a wooden spoon in a pinch. Use salted butter if you want less sweet buttercream. Adding the sugar a little bit at a time will allow the butter to absorb the sugar better. You'll get a smoother cream in the end.  If you are using a handheld mixer, start at a slower speed. This will keep the sugar from flying out. Try to sift the sugar into the butter. This will get rid of clumps. Keep mixing until the color and texture are even and smooth. There should be no streaks, swirls, or lumps. It will take about three minutes. If you are using a handheld mixer, you can increase the speed after the sugar and cocoa powder are mixed in. Chocolate buttercream tastes wonderful, but you can improve your buttercream by giving it a hint of another flavor. Be sure to mix it thoroughly to evenly distribute the flavor. Here are some ideas that work well with chocolate:  To give the buttercream a hint of sweetness, add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. To give the buttercream a hint of extra flavor, add ½ teaspoon of almond extract. To cut the sweetness and give the buttercream a richer flavor, add in a splash of brandy or rum. If the buttercream is too thin, add some more sugar. If the buttercream is too thick, add some more milk. Start with a tablespoon or two at a time, mix, and add more as needed.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Place the butter into a bowl, and beat it until it is smooth and fluffy. Mix half of the confectioners/icing sugar into the butter. Mix in the rest of the sugar, milk, and cocoa powder. Consider mixing in some extra flavor. Check the texture and adjust it to your liking.


Use a hard, thin-edged tool to do this. You can use a fingernail in an emergency, but should try to find a plastic scraper, butter knife, or old credit card if you can. If you are using peanut butter where the oil and solid peanut butter have separated, mix the peanut butter to make sure that the peanut oil is thoroughly mixed into the butter. The oils are what break down the gum fibers and help you to remove them, while the butter is easier to coat onto the gum. Some peanut butter will stain leather. It is always best to apply a small amount of peanut butter somewhere inconspicuous on your leather (so that if it does stain the leather, no one will notice). Give it an hour or so, wipe it away, and apply a leather conditioner. If it has stained the leather, do not use it to remove the gum. Try to get as little of the peanut butter on to the leather as possible, since oil can stain leather if left for too long. Let the peanut butter sit on the gum for several hours. During this time, the peanut butter will break down fibers in the gum, making it easier to remove from the leather. Use a slightly damp, clean towel to wipe away the peanut butter and gum. The gum should easily come up with the peanut butter. If there is some left, apply saddle soap and rub in a circular motion to get rid of the gum remnants. Once the spot has dried, apply some leather conditioner to restore any damage done to your leather.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Scrape away any gum that you can. Mix the peanut butter before using. Spread peanut butter on the gum. Wipe the peanut butter and gum away. Wipe away the saddle soap with a damp, clean cloth.


Use a heavy-bottomed pan for best results. Make sure you have your ingredients within arms' reach before you turn on the heat. For this method, you’ll need 1⁄2 cup (120 mL) of sliced almonds and, optionally, a small amount of butter or coconut oil. Use a wooden spoon to stir, or simply shake the pan using the handle. This will prevent the nuts from burning. As they start to cook, you will see a small amount of moisture forming on top of the almonds. This is the oil being released from the nuts by heat, which will create a rich, nutty flavor.  Although the stovetop method is quick and easy, the almond slices tend to roast a little unevenly. It's important to keep the almonds moving. If the pan you are using has a metal handle, make sure to use an oven mitt when shaking to avoid burning your hand.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Place a sauté pan on the stove over medium heat. Stir or shake the pan every 30 seconds.


Use a highball or rocks glass. Fill the glass to the brim with ice. Cubed ice generally works best, as it does not melt as fast, preventing the ice from diluting the flavor of the scotch. Cut a lime into quarters. Take one quarter and put it on the rim of your glass as a garnish. For extra flavor, you can also squeeze a small bit of juice from the lime into your scotch and soda.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Fill a glass with ice. Garnish with a lime wedge (optional).


Use a hoe or rake to turn over the soil before planting, so that you don’t have to force the peanut into the soil. Plant each peanut about 2 inches (5.1 cm) deep. Place each of the peanuts about 8 inches (20 cm) apart from one another in a row.  If the soil is tightly packed, add a combination of aged compost and sand to loosen the soil up. Sand and compost can be purchased at a local hardware store. If you’d rather start with a more mature plant, purchase a peanut bush from a local plant nursery. Be sure to still plant the peanut bush in moist soil. While peanuts are typically associated with the American south, they can actually be grown anywhere that’s sunny and warm during the summer. Peanuts thrive in hot, sunny environments, so plant them in a location that receives plenty of sun each day. If you live in a cool, temperate zone, plant your peanuts on a south-facing slope to maximize the amount of sun they’ll receive. Peanut plants can be delicate and may be killed by a late frost. Play it safe and wait a full month after the last frost before planting your peanuts outdoors. If you live in a cool climate, you may be concerned that the peanuts may not have enough of a growing season between 4 weeks after the last frost and the first frost of winter. In this case, plant your peanuts indoors 5-8 weeks earlier and then transplant them outside. When the plants reach 6 inches (15 cm) high, prod and loosen the soil surrounding each of your peanut plants. This will make it easier for the pegs to elongate and enter the soil. The pegs of a peanut plant are the long stalks which push into the soil and eventually develop into the peanuts themselves. Once you’ve loosened the soil around the plants, take a trowel or shovel and form a dome-shaped mound around the stalk of each peanut plant. Each mound should be about 3 inches (7.6 cm) high. These “hills” will help the peanut plants make air and nutrients more accessible to the plants. You can also add grass clippings or loose straw into the mounds to increase their...

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Bury fresh, unroasted peanuts in loose, well-drained soil. Locate the peanut plants in full sun. Plant the peanuts 4 weeks following the last frost. Loosen the soil around the plants with a trowel or spading fork. Hill each peanut plant by forming a mound of soil around it. Pull the plants out of the ground to harvest the peanuts. Hang the peanut plants indoors for 1 month.


Use a knife to carefully remove the top of the bottle by cutting where the neck of the bottle meets the bottle’s main section. Follow this line as you cut all the way around the circumference of the bottle. Hold the bottle firmly at its base as you cut.  Make sure to cut with the blade of the knife facing away from you. If the knife slips on the plastic, it will be less likely to cut you when you are holding it this way. Once the top is removed, set it aside for now. Bring 1 cup (240 mL) of water to a rolling boil in a pot on the stove. Once the water has begun to boil, add 1⁄4 cup (59 mL) of brown sugar and remove the pot from the heat. Stir vigorously to make sure that the sugar is fully dissolved in the water. Wait for the water and sugar mixture to cool before adding 0.25 ounces (7 grams) of yeast; otherwise, the high temperature will kill the yeast. Insert a cooking thermometer to make sure that the mixture is between 120 °F (49 °C) and 130 °F (54 °C) before adding the yeast. Once the mixture has reached the desired temperature, gently add the package of yeast, stirring to incorporate it completely.  If you don’t have a thermometer handy, you can also judge whether the mixture is cool enough to use by carefully dipping your fingertip into the liquid. Once it is cool enough to insert your finger comfortably, it is ready for the yeast. Make sure not to let the sugar water cool too much; otherwise, the yeast will not activate. Hold the bottle firmly at its base with one hand. With the other hand, carefully pour the yeast, water, and sugar mixture into the bottle.  Ask a friend to hold the bottle stable for you if you need both hands to safely handle the pot. Your mosquito bait is now ready to go! Turn the top of your bottle upside down and place it inside the base of the bottle so that it creates a funnel leading down to the bottom. Use duct tape to securely fasten the bottle top to the top rim of the bottle. Make sure to seal where they meet completely with tape. Do not stick the funnel so far down into...

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Cut the top off of a plastic 2-liter bottle using a knife. Begin making the mosquito bait by dissolving brown sugar in water. Add a package of dry active yeast once the mixture cools. Pour the mixture into your bottle. Tape your bottle top inside the base of the bottle to make a funnel. Place your trap in the desired location and watch for them to arrive.


Use a knife to carefully scrape all of the bark off of the stick. You can also use your hands to pick off the outer layer and then use a knife to help get any bark that’s left on. Use the knife to whittle the stick into a wand shape. Carefully scrape off layers of the wood to make one end of the stick more pointy. Take your time and whittle slowly until you get the shape you want.. Use the knife to carve patterns or runes into your wand. The different symbols you carve will bring different energies to your wand, so be careful what you choose. You can also char your wand to give the carved patterns a different look. Rub your entire wand with sandpaper to make it smooth. Continue to use the sandpaper to smooth the wood until the entire wand is finished. Your wand should be unique to you and represent your personal energies. Add embellishments to your wand to create a wand that will respond to you.  Drill a hole through the end of the wand to attach a leather carrying string. Attach feathers to the end of the wand. You can add additional decorative touches to the wand with metal wire or crystals. Choose gemstones or crystals that have a special meaning to you to provide positive energy to the wand.  Affix crystals and energy stones to the wand with glue. Wrap copper or silver wire around the wand to give it more strength.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Scrape the bark off. Carve the stick into a wand. Add patterns, runes, or symbols to your wand. Sand the wand. Personalize your wand. Decorate the wand.


Use a laundry spray to pretreat any stains on the hat. You can also spray this on the headband of the hat. If your hat has colored stitching or graphics, make sure your laundry spray is color-safe. If you have a laundry bag that is designed for washing delicate items, such as lingerie, you can use it to wash your hat. Washing your hat in a lingerie or laundry can add a degree of protection from the washing machine. After pretreating any stains, choose the appropriate cycle on your washing machine. For most hats, you will want to set it to a delicate or gentle cycle with cool or cold water. Wash the hat in the machine and remove once the cycle ends. You should never place your white hat in the dryer. Instead allow the hat to air dry outside. You can also allow the hat to dry in a well-ventilated area.

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Pretreat the headband and any stains. Place the hat in a mesh laundry bag. Wash the cap with cool water on the delicate cycle. Allow the hat to air dry.


Use a legible font in size 10 or 12 point. Double space the paper unless you are writing block quotations. Set your margins to at least an inch all around, though they can be up to 1 ½ inches. Number pages beginning with the first page of text. You can format your subheads how you wish, but be consistent. You can use the Chicago style for headings, but it is not necessary. The Chicago style has five levels of subheadings:  Level 1: The subheadings should be in bold or italics, centered, with title-case capitalization (remember to capitalize important words). Level 2: Regular type, centered, title-case capitalization. Level 3: Bold or italics, justified left, title-case capitalization. Level 4: Roman type, justified left, sentence-case capitalization (capitalize the first word and after colons). Level 5: Bold or italic, part of the paragraph, sentence-case capitalization, and end punctuation. You can either create a title page or place a title on the first text page. Either way, the title should be centered. On the title page, include other biographical information below the title, such as the author and date.

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Keep your font, page numbers, and margins in mind. Use subheadings. Consider where you would like your title to be.


Use a local field guide or call your local Audubon Society chapter (if you live in the United States) to find out what grows naturally in your region, and add these plants to your garden. Native trees, shrubs, and plants are more likely to attract birds than non-native trees, shrubs, and plants. A variety of native trees, shrubs, and grasses will also provide natural shelter and cover for birds.  Evergreen trees and shrubs like hollies make great homes for birds over the winter. Many birds are attracted to fruit and berries, so consider planting an apple tree or planting a blueberry bush. Different species nest in different places, so it is a good idea to conduct research on the type of bird you wish to attract. If you plan to buy a birdhouse or build a nesting box, take note that boxes with different holes, shapes, and orientations will attract different species. Such a box can be mounted to a tree or hung from a pole. Make sure that the box is up no later than February if you are in a southerly location; if in the north, hang it in March. Make sure that your nest site has adequate ventilation and is supplied with a "baffle" and reinforcement ring at the opening. This will prevent predators from entering. If you would like to create a more natural nesting spot, an easy way to do it is to allow your yard to grow a bit wilder. Let the grass grow in a certain spot or build a brush pile. This simulates the type of habitat where birds nest in the wild. You might alternately heap branches into a large pile or create sites under your bushes by raking mulch around the base.  Consider supply nesting material such as string, hair, or other fibers, or stuff mesh bags with pieces of yarn or string, straw, pet fur, small bits of cloth, or anything else that a bird might use to nest. Don't remove dead trees unless they are a danger. Standing dead trees are important nesting and foraging spots for many species, especially woodpeckers, which eat the insects that infest dead trees.

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Plant native trees, shrubs, and plants. Build a birdhouse or nesting box. Create a nesting site using natural materials.


Use a long rectangular scarf with fringe. This is 1 of the easiest methods that will work with winter or summer scarves.  Fold the scarf in half vertically. Fold it haphazardly, rather than in a uniform way. A messy fold creates a fuller accessory. Place the scarf around your neck, with the looped half hanging down the front of your chest in front on and the 2 ends hanging down the other side. Insert the 2 ends through the looped end. Tighten it slightly. It can be as tight or loose as you desire. Make a pretzel loop in place of the traditional loop. Instead of pulling both ends through, pull a single end through. Wrap the other end over the top of the first loop and pull it through the opposite side, making a pretzel. . A long, rectangular scarf also works best for this style.  You can buy infinity scarves that are already sewn together, or you can create your own with this method. Place the scarf around the back of your neck. The 2 ends should be hanging on either side of your chest. Tie 1 corner from either side to each other. Grab the tied end. Twist it and loop it over your head. If it is a very long scarf, you can loop it a third time. Adjust the loops in the mirror until the scarf sits how you want it. Cashmere and pashmina scarves that are long and rectangular look the best.  Place the center of the scarf in back of your neck. Allow the 2 sides to hang evenly on either side of your chest. Loop the right side of the scarf around your neck. Tie the scarf together with the other end of the scarf, forming a loose knot. You will have 2 loops around the front of your neck. Grab the lower, unknotted portion of the scarf and pull it over the knotted portion. Pull it away from your neck if you want a bigger cowl. The top cowl should cover the knot, allowing the ends to hang equally in front of your chest. Use an oblong or rectangle silk or satin scarf.  Hold a shorter end of your scarf over your right shoulder. Loop the longer end around your neck 2 to 3 times, until the ends are even. Knot the scarf once or...

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Wear a scarf looped. Create an infinity scarf Wear a scarf cowl. Create a necktie. Make a necklace. Fashion a cowgirl neck wrap. Use a bow tie.


Use a lunch-bag sized bag. Paper grocery bags will be too big. The bag should be clean, since you'll be breathing in and out of it. Breathe down into your belly, so that you fill up your lungs. Once you've taken the biggest breath possible, close your mouth.  When you take a very deep breath, your stomach will likely expand. This is normal. Make sure you don't accidentally breathe in or out through your mouth while you try to hold your breath. Place your mouth inside the paper bag. Hold the paper bag up to your face. Breathe all of the air into the paper bag, so that it blows up like a balloon.  Don’t put the paper bag over your head. Blowing into the paper bag may raise the levels of carbon dioxide (CO2) in your blood. This inhibits the spasms that cause hiccups. Breathe the air back in from the paper bag. Fill up your lungs with air. The bag will crumple and empty. When you’ve breathed in as much as you can, hold your breath for a few seconds. Breathe the air back into the paper bag. The bag will blow up again. Try to fill the bag completely with air. Wait 30 seconds to see if another hiccup comes. If it doesn’t, you’ve cured your hiccups! If the cure didn’t work, you can repeat as necessary. If another hiccup comes, you can begin the process again immediately. You don't need to wait 30 seconds.

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Find a paper bag. Take a deep breath. Exhale into the bag. Inhale again. Exhale. Check to see if your hiccups are gone.


Use a material with holes smaller than your smallest fish to prevent them from swimming through the divider. Choose plastic canvas to prevent small fish from swimming through. Use egg crates if it’s okay for smaller fish or babies to swim on both sides of the divider. Measure the height and width of your tank where you want to divide it. Use these measurements to determine how large the canvas or egg crates need to be. Buy the dividing material in the size you need or cut it to size if it is too big. Combine pieces of the material if you can’t buy a size that easily fits into your tank.  Ensure the divider is taller than the water level so fish cannot swim over the divider. Combine plastic canvas by attaching pieces together with fishing line. Glue multiple egg crates together with silicone if you need a larger divider. Make a plastic canvas divider more secure by putting two pieces of material together. Doubling the canvas also makes it harder for fish to see each other through the divider. Use plants or moss in between the doubled material to further prevent fish from seeing each other through the divider. Stick your plants or moss in the middle of two pieces of plastic canvas or two egg crates. The moss will grow outward and make an excellent nesting, play and resting area.

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Choose a material based on the size of your fish. Fit the divider. Double the plastic canvas for durability.


Use a measuring tape to measure the length and width of the lawn. Multiply the two together to get your lawn's area. Try to get exact measurements so you purchase the right amount of sod. Too little sod will result in an uneven-looking lawn that doesn't grow in as healthy as it should. Too much sod can get very expensive, since it usually runs about $0.40 per square foot. If your lawn is not rectangular, sketch your lawn and divide it into rectangles, triangles, or other easily measured sections. Find the area of each section and add them all together. Choose a company that other people in your area have used before with successful results. The company should provide you with a few different options as to what type of grass will do well in your region. Don't be tempted to order from a faraway place just because it showcases beautiful grass on its website; chances are, the grass won't establish well in your climate. Choose a good company and talk with sales representatives to make a smart choice about what grass to grow.  It's best to choose a grass that's native to your area. This way you can ensure it will grow well in your climate. Cool season grasses (grasses that grow fastest in the spring and fall) like Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, tall fescue, and fine fescue grow best in the northern US states, where the winters are cold and the summers are hot. Warm season grasses (grasses that thrive in very hot weather) like Bermuda grass, centipedegrass, St. Augustinegrass, bahiagrass, and zoysiagrass, grow best in the southern states and subtropical regions. When you're deciding which grass to get, take use into account as well. Do you plan to walk over your grass frequently, and play sports or have parties on the lawn? Or do you just want a pretty lawn to gaze upon from the window? Some varieties are sturdy, some are soft, some are high maintenance, and some are more colorful than others. Tell the sales representative what you're looking for. Ask the representative whether they cut and deliver their...

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Measure your lawn. Buy sod from a local turfgrass company. Time the delivery so you can lay sod the same day.


Use a medium-sized mixing bowl. Or, to reduce the number of dishes to wash later, simply add and combine the ingredients directly in a sealable container. Stir the following together:  1 cup powdered non-dairy creamer (86 g) 1 cup instant chocolate drink mix (86 g) ¾ cup instant coffee granules (65 g) ½ cup sugar (100 g) ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg Seal the container to keep pests out once you’re finished. Store where desired. There is no need to refrigerate it. For each serving, add 2 tablespoons of your mix to a mug. Boil ¾ cup of water in a kettle, pot, or microwave. Pour the boiled water into the mug. Stir well to mix.

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Make your mix. Store until needed. Make a cup.


Use a melon scoop or metal spoon to carve out the core; the hole should be about 1 inch (2.54 centimeters) wide. Be sure to leave the bottom ½ inch (1.27 centimeters) of the apples intact. Choose good baking apples, such as Golden Delicious, Jonagold, or Rome Beauty. Use a sharp knife to draw a line around the apples, widthwise. Do this several times: near the top, around the middle, and towards the bottom. This will prevent the skin from breaking while the apple is baking. For fancier apples, you can also add some chopped pecans and/or chopped raisins. Each apple should get about 1 tablespoon of the mixture. Cut the butter into four, equal-sized cubes, then drop each cube on top of each apple. When the butter melts, it will mix with the sugar, and give you a delicious sauce. The hot water will help keep the bottom of the apples from burning. It will also mix with the juices released by the apples, and give you a sort of sauce. They are ready when the flesh turns tender and is easily pierced with a fork. Take the apples out of the baking dish, and transfer them to a serving platter using a spatula. If you'd like, you can baste them with the juice collected at the bottom of the baking dish.

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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Wash the apples, cut off the tops, then remove the cores. Score the skin of the apples lightly. In a large mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar and cinnamon. Distribute the sugar mixture evenly between the four apples. Add some butter on top of the brown sugar. Place the apples in a baking dish, then pour hot water into the dish. Bake the apples for 30 to 45 minutes. Let the apples cook slightly before serving them.


Use a microfiber cloth. Incorporate wiping the furniture into your weekly household cleaning routine. Keeping dust from building up is the best preventative cleaning measure.  For more stubborn dust, dampen the cloth with distilled water. Make sure that the cloth is not soaking wet. Never let water soak into leather. Always be sure to use a soft cloth and never use an abrasive brush or scrubber as this can scratch and damage the leather. All furniture builds up some dirt and debris, so leather is no exception. Use your vacuum's hose attachment with a soft bristled brush. Gently run the brush across the entire surface. Vacuum in between and under all of the cushions. If you can remove the cushions, do so to make vacuuming more effective. If you can't remove them, get in the crevices as best you can. You might also use a narrow angled attachment to get deeper into the furniture. When anything is spilled onto the leather upholstery, blot it away as soon as possible. Use a dry cloth or sponge to absorb as much of the spilled liquid as possible, only resorting to a moistened cloth if necessary. Use as little water as possible to clean the spill, and wipe the area dry afterward.  Wiping at a spill will only spread it further, so be sure to blot it. Take the dry cloth and set it on top of the stain and leave it there for five seconds or so while it absorbs the spill. For non-water spills, you may need to use a tiny dab of gentle soap with warm water. If the stain is bad enough, it's best to consult a professional so you don't make it worse. The most important thing is to clean the spill up quickly so that it does not have time to soak into the leather. Detergents, solvents, all-purpose cleaning sprays, ammonia, bleach, and furniture polish can all be harmful to leather furniture. Do not apply these products in an attempt to clean the furniture or remove stains. Keep a leather-specific cleaner on hand for occasional cleaning and emergencies.  You may feel that buying a cleaner ahead of time is not a good use of your...

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Wipe leather furniture down regularly with a clean, dry cloth. Vacuum the furniture's crevices. Clean spills immediately with a dry cloth. Use cleaners designed for leather. Read the manufacturer's label or provided care instructions.


Use a mild dish soap in cool water to blot at stains on leather. Or use a cleaner specifically intended for leather instead.  Try stirring dish soap and water together vigorously until suds is formed. Then dab just the suds onto the coffee stain to avoid over-saturating the leather, and wipe clean with a dry cloth.  Don’t use a brush to work cleaner into leather fabric, as it can wear down the leather or work the cleaner into the seams and underlying cushion. Add water to baking soda to apply to a coffee stain on vinyl car seats. Work it in very gently with a toothbrush or a larger soft brush, then blot dry with a clean cloth. Avoid using cleaners with an oil or mineral base on vinyl, as these can make vinyl harden and crack or feel stiff. Condition sensitive fabrics like vinyl and leather after cleaning a stain. This is necessary to prevent drying and cracking that can result from the cleaner chemicals or scrubbing action.  Find these conditioners in stores with auto supplies, or in cleaning supplies meant for upholstery. Many solutions meant to condition leather and vinyl will also help to prevent or lessen the severity of future stains, so it’s an important step not to be skipped in the cleaning process.

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Use only low or neutral pH detergent on leather. Use baking soda on vinyl. Finish with a protectant made for the material.


Use a mild soap to gently wash the outer parts of your vagina and the area around it. Don’t wash out the inside of your vagina. Make sure to wash your hands well. Rinse your vaginal area and hands to completely remove the soap. Pat your skin dry using a clean cotton cloth. Cleaning your vagina and hands can prevent the spread of bacteria into your vagina as you insert the suppository. Unwrap the suppository applicator from its packaging and determine if it's already pre-filled with the cream or tablet. If it isn't pre-filled, hold the applicator between your thumb and forefinger and use your other hand to place the cream or tablet at the other end of the applicator.  To fill an applicator with a cream suppository, connect the tube of cream to the applicator so that it's tightly attached. Squeeze the tube of cream till the correct dose is in the applicator. Remove the tube and save it for your next dose. The applicator provided for delivering a cream suppository usually has marks on it that tell you how much is in the applicator, such as 1 gram, 2 grams, etc. Stand with your legs and knees apart. Raise one foot up on a stool, the edge of the toilet, the bathtub or a chair. Or, you can lie on your back with your knees bent. Your feet should be about shoulder width apart.  Both of these positions will give you easier access to your vaginal opening which will make it easier to insert the suppository. Use your non-dominant hand to separate the lips (labia) of your vulva. This will expose your vagina. Keep it exposed while you use your dominant hand to place the suppository at the vaginal opening. Although it may seem difficult at first, try to relax. Remind yourself that it will take a little getting used to and you can continue to try until you successfully insert the suppository. Insert the suppository applicator or use your forefinger to insert the suppository into your vagina. Push it as far as is comfortable so that the suppository is in your vagina. If you're using an applicator, push the plunger so all of...

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Clean your vagina. Prepare the suppository. Get your body into position. Open the lips of your vulva. Push the suppository into your vagina. Dispose of the applicator.


Use a mixture of baking soda and water to clean any corrosion off the terminals and neutralize any sulfuric acid that may have spilled on them. You can apply the mixture with an old toothbrush. Alternatively, you can clean off mild corrosion by using a wire brush. Auto parts stores even sell a special round wire brush that fits over the terminals. Do not touch your eyes, nose, or mouth right after cleaning the terminals. Wash your hands immediately. Do not touch any white gunk that may appear on the terminals, as this is congealed sulfuric acid. Pouring water into your battery cells disperses hydrogen gas from the cell. Do not use tap water as it will damage your battery over time.  Replace the cell caps after filling. Most U.S. batteries, they are equipped with flame arrestors. If your battery does not have flame-arresting caps, put a wet cloth across the top of the caps. If you have a battery that does not need filled with water (known as maintenance free batteries) or if your battery caps are sealed then you should ignore this step and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for charging your battery. This will reduce the possibility of damage to the unit from any airborne sulfuric acid vapor. Never place the charger directly above or below the battery. This is done by adjusting the voltage output selector, usually on the front of the charging unit. If the required voltage isn’t posted on the battery case itself, it should be in the vehicle owner’s manual. If your charger has an adjustable rate of charge you should start at the lowest rate. This step is the same whether the battery is removed from the vehicle for charging or not. There are two different cases for connecting the ground.  If the battery has not been removed from the vehicle, connect the battery charger’s grounding cable to a heavy-gauge metal part of the engine block or chassis. This prevents arcing at the battery terminal and will not run the risk of causing the battery to explode. Clipping the grounding cable directly to the negative...

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Clean the battery terminals. Pour in enough distilled water to reach the fill level on each battery cell. Place the charger as far from the battery as its cables will allow. Set the charger to deliver the correct voltage. Connect one charger clip to the positive post on the battery. Connect the second charger clip to ground. Plug the charger into an outlet. Leave the battery on the charger until the battery is fully charged.


Use a mixture of half potting soil and half sand. Also add some fine gravel or vermiculite to help aerate the soil.  If you plan on planting your coconut outside, you do not need to use premixed soil. Find a place outside that has loose, well-draining soil.  You can also buy a specialized potting soil, such as Kokohum.

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Use a non-gel toothpaste that has baking soda in it. Distribute the toothpaste along the entirety of the stain. Discard any excess toothpaste using a tissue.  If you have an old, soft-bristled toothbrush, you can use that to scrub the stained area instead. Just be careful when using a toothbrush, as the bulky head might make it harder to handle precisely.  Instead of toothpaste, try using a cotton swab dipped in vinegar or hairspray. The process for all three alternatives is the same, and each will act as an exfoliant to lift the hair dye from your skin. Just be careful not to get any of these products in your eyes. Apply a gentle pressure with the cotton swab to avoid irritating your skin with the toothpaste. If the cotton swab does not seem to be exfoliating your skin properly, put on a pair of gloves and rub the toothpaste using your finger. The gritty texture of the toothpaste, along with the reactive power of the baking soda, will lift the hair dye from your pores. Use an old washcloth that you don’t mind getting hair dye stains on, and wipe your skin clean. If the stains are completely removed, follow up by washing your face properly with soap and water. Repeat the process if needed, but make sure not to repeat the process too many times that you irritate your skin.

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Apply a pea-sized amount of toothpaste to the stain using a cotton swab. Use the cotton swab to rub the toothpaste into the stain for 1 minute. Wipe away the toothpaste and lifted hair dye with a wet washcloth.


Use a notebook to keep a record of your activities for a week, in order to recognize wasteful patterns, such as overspending or overcommitting yourself to too many things. By writing about what you focus on each day, you'll gain an appreciation of what is wasting your time and energy. The first step to changing your habits is to take note of them. It's easy to discount the value of money and to spend it without any planning. Setting aside a portion of your income each month to put into a savings account can help give you more financial freedom. Create budgets for each of your needs, such as housing, groceries, bills, and your social life.  Save money by setting a realistic spending budget and by making goals to save for bigger expenses. Save spare change in a jar, and then bring it to the bank when you have filled the jar with coins. Mark bills and other payment deadlines on a calendar so that you are never caught off-guard by a big expense. Preparation is key to financing your future. Evaluate your environmental impact by factoring in electricity use and gas use, along with any efforts you make to recycle and reuse materials. Think of ways to cut back on any waste of planetary resources. Try walking or riding a bike to work instead of driving, for instance. Much of what we use can be reused or recycled. Used objects can also be repaired or passed onto a friend or sibling. You can reduce the amount of water you are wasting by turning it off whenever you are not actively using it, such as while brushing your teeth. Be sure to fix any leaks in faucets or toilets right away. Take short showers and limit water usage while rinsing dishes, using only what is necessary to clean. Your utility bill will surely thank you, and your carbon footprint will be reduced as well. Clean out your fridge each week and keep expiration dates of food in mind. Creating lists before you head to the grocery store can prevent needless purchases and later waste.  In the US, about 40% of food waste is generated at one's home. Be sure that...

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Track your habits. Reduce reckless and wasteful spending of money. Cut back on environmental waste. Save money on water usage. Reduce your food waste.


Use a pair of scissors or wire cutters to cut through the bottom of a wire hanger. Make sure your cut is directly in the middle of the hanger so you can easily put your spool on. Leave the top of the hanger intact so you can hang it when you use your pulley. If you don’t have a wire hanger, you can make the axle for your pulley by propping a broomstick between 2 tables or counters instead. Secure it in place by setting a heavy object on one end of the stick. Gently pry open the cut you made in the hanger and slide a thread spool on it. The size of the spool doesn’t matter as long as it fits onto the hanger. Slide both parts of the hanger through the center of the spool and use pliers to bend the ends into hooks to keep the spool in place. You can buy a spool from a craft store, or you may reuse one that you already have from thread or twine. Look for an open rod or dowel in a closet, or set one up between 2 tables. If you need to, set a weight on top of the rod to prevent it from spinning or moving around. Use the hook on the hanger to hang it on the rod or dowel. Cut a piece of string or twine so it’s about twice as long as the distance from the floor to the bottom of the wire hanger. Drape one side of the string over the spool so both sides are the same length.  If you plan on doing a lot of experiments with pulleys, you can tie a small metal hook to one end of the string so it’s easier to hang weights.  You can also use twine if you want your pulley to be slightly stronger. Use things that are lightweight, such as a few washers or a thin textbook, as your weights. Tie the end of the string around your objects so they don’t fall out while you’re lifting them. Let the loose end of your string hang down freely on the other side of the spool. Set the weight on the floor to start your experiment.  Pulleys make your work easier by distributing the weight and forces across the different sides of strings. Be careful not to choose anything too heavy since it will cause the metal hanger to bend and deform. Grab the...

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Cut through the middle of a wire hanger. Put a thread spool onto the bottom of the hanger and bend it closed. Hang the pulley system on a rod or dowel. Loop a string over the top of the pulley. Tie weights to one end of the string. Pull down on one end of the rope to lift up the weight.


Use a pair of side cutters to cut the line at the distribution block. This will allow you to put a socket on the fitting and remove it from the distribution block more effectively than with a wrench. If the fittings are stuck on, use penetrating oil to loosen them. The distribution blocks can be identified by the multiple brake lines running into them. They mounted near the front and rear of the vehicle and serve to distribute brake fluid from the main line to each of the wheels. There should be approximately four connections to the master cylinder (depending on make and model). These will need to be loosened by using a wrench or flare nut wrench. Be careful not to twist the lines or strip the connections. The steel brake lines are run along the underside of the car and mounted with plastic clips to hold them in place. You will need to remove the line without damaging these clips. The replacement line will need to fit back into the same clips. Once all of the connections are loose, you can pull the brake lines out from under the car. This will make it easier to measure out and cut the appropriate amount of brake line from your roll. Steel brake pipes can be bought in rolls. This means that you will have to measure the old brake line, straighten out the roll, and cut the appropriate length of line. Be sure to compare it to the old brake line before trying to hook it up. Remember that it’s not a straight shot from one end of the car to the other, and that you have to follow the same path as the old lines. Fittings to connect the line to your distribution blocks or master cylinder should be installed prior to taking the line under the car. There are different types of brake line fittings. Consult your service manual to know whether to use tapered pipe threading, inverted flare fittings, or compression fittings. The new brake line should be run from the master cylinder to the distribution blocks in the same way as the original brake line. That means you will need to follow the path of the original brake line and...

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Cut all connections to distribution blocks. Disconnect the brake pipes from the master cylinder. Remove the brake line from any mounting clips. Remove pipes from underneath the car. Cut the needed length from a roll of brake pipe. Install all appropriate fittings before taking the line underneath the car. Install the new brake pipe using the factory mounts and clips. Connect to the distribution blocks. Connect to the master cylinder. Fill with brake fluid and purge air from the system.


Use a pen, marker, or paint to title your notebook with your name or subject. You can write your name and your class subject, or any other relevant information. You can glue on a notecard or paper scrap before you write on your cover, if you wish. Find pictures you like, like animals, superheros, or cartoons.  Also try using pictures of your friends or family. You can take your pictures yourself, cut them out of magazines, or print them off the Internet. Apply a small amount of glue to your pictures and stick them to your cover.  You could use liquid  glue or a glue stick. You can cover as much of the notebook as you like to personalize your notebook. You can apply stickers as you go or plan out your cover before you start. Select stickers in a variety of sizes and that reflect your likes and interests.  You can also partially cover the pictures you've glued onto the notebook, for a layered effect. You can also make your own stickers and put them on your notebook. Try using 3-D stickers, too! If you still have open spaces on your cover, grab a marker and doodle to fill up space. Doodle stick people, hearts, stars, flowers, smiley faces--anything you'd like!  You can also save some open space and add drawings later. After you have created your collage, finish it off by adding a border to your notebook. You can glue fabric around the edges, using strips of material or ribbon. Or, try using washi tape to create your border.  If you're using fabric, you can apply it to your notebook by dabbing glue to the outside edges. Then, stick your fabric to your glue spots. Using a hot glue gun or fabric glue is recommended. If you are using washi tape, peel off the tape from the roll and apply it to the edge of your notebook, like you would a sticker. Apply washi tape in long pieces or in small sections.

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Write your name or a notebook heading on the cover, if you want. Glue fun pictures to the cover of your notebook to personalize it. Add stickers to the front of your notebook for a personal touch. Doodle in the open spaces to finish your collage. Create a border with fabric strips or washi tape.


Use a pencil and lightly sketch the oval so you can go back and erase lines as needed. This oval will be the top rim of the basket so make it wide enough for the fruit to fit inside. Keep in mind that you won't see all of the oval once you fill your basket with fruit. To sketch the basket, draw a large curve from 1 end of the oval down and back up to the other end. The bottom line of the oval will make your basket shape look like a thick crescent. To make a shallow bowl instead of a deep basket, draw a narrow crescent below the oval. Although most baskets don't have bases, you can draw a narrow ring at the bottom to give your basket something to balance on. To give your basket edge a woven look, make the ring for the base extend along the length of the basket. Sketch your surrounding oval so it's slightly larger than the first oval you drew. Make the larger oval slightly narrower on the side of the basket that will be farther away from you.  The distance between the 2 ovals will depend on the size of your drawing. For example, your ovals might only be about 1⁄4 inch (0.64 cm) apart. Draw 1 curved line from the middle of the oval up and down to the opposite side of the oval. Then, make another curve that's parallel. Make the distance between them as wide as you'd like the handle to be. If you don't want your basket to have a handle, you can skip this step. You can make your basket weaving as simple or complex as you like. Start by drawing lines that curve from the top left down to the bottom right of the basket. Keep making the lines about 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) apart, for instance. Then, repeat this but make the curves go from the top right down to the bottom left.  If you don't want to make the basket look woven, use a pencil and blending stump to shade the bottom and 1 side of the basket. Refer to a real basket or photograph of a fruit basket in order to get ideas for the basket weave or style.

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Draw a horizontal oval that's as long as you want the basket to be. Make a thick crescent shape extending from the bottom of the oval. Create a small ring at the bottom of the basket to make a base. Draw a parallel oval around the rim to give the basket dimension. Sketch 2 arcs that stretch across the basket to make a handle. Add hashed lines to give your basket a woven appearance.


Use a pencil or marker to draw a simple cloud shape onto thick cardboard. This will serve as your template. Draw the cloud the same size you want the finished product to be. If you need a little guidance for sketching the cloud, run a Google image search using the search term "cloud shape." Tons of options will come up for you to choose from! Use sharp scissors or an X-ACTO knife to cut along the lines you drew. Cut your cloud template out completely. Discard the excess cardboard. Pick a heavy stock so your 3D clouds are fairly durable. Trace around the cloud template on two sheets of the heavy white stock. Use a pencil and sketch lightly so you won't leave any dark marks on your white paper. Use scissors or an X-ACTO knife to cut out the cloud shapes. Cut just inside the drawn line so that your shapes won't have any visible pencil marks around the edges. Lightly erase any pencil marks that accidentally make it onto the final shapes. Be careful not to bend the edges of the paper as you do so! Heat up your hot glue gun. Place one cloud shape on the table in front of you. Then, draw a thin line of hot glue directly down the center of one of the cloud shapes. Cut a piece of fishing line at the length you want to hang your 3D cloud. It can be as long or as short as you like. Anywhere from 6 to 18 inches (15 to 45 cm) would work great. Place the line vertically, directly into the line of glue.  There should be no fishing line dangling under the cloud; it should only extend from the top. You will use this to hang the cloud. Make sure you're using fishing line, which is transparent. That way, when you hang the cloud, it will look like it's floating in the air. Avoid fishing wire. Set the glued cloud aside for a moment. Take another white cloud shape and fold it in half horizontally. The crease should appear in the same place as the glue stripe on the first cloud -- right down the middle. Once folded, line up the creased edge of the second cloud with the stripe of glue on your first cloud. Press the edge into the...

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Draw a basic cloud shape on thick cardboard. Cut the cloud shape out of the cardboard. Trace around the cloud template on thick white card stock. Cut out each white cloud shape carefully. Add a thin stripe of hot glue down the center of one cloud. Place a length of fishing line directly into the glue. Fold another cloud shape right down the center. Place the folded edge into the hot glue. Hang the cloud by the string. Make multiple clouds. Glue the strings around the inside edge of an embroidery hoop (optional).


Use a pencil so you can go back and erase lines as needed. Sketch lightly so you can add details as you go. Keep in mind that this large rectangle will make up the bulk of your cartoon car, so draw the rectangle as long and as wide as you want the car to be. Draw your car in pencil regardless of whether you color it or not, since you'll need to erase some lines as you work. Then, you can go back and color in the car with colored pencils, crayons, or markers if you like. If you'd like the cartoon car to appear somewhat realistic, make a trapezoid on top of the rectangle so it's centered.  To draw an exaggerated-looking car, make a dome or half-circle on top of the large rectangle instead. You can center the dome or place it to one end of the car. To draw a trapezoid, sketch a smaller rectangle on top of the large rectangle and erase the 2 short sides. Then, draw the short sides so they slope down at an angle to meet the top of the large rectangle. To determine how much space to leave between the wheels, imagine 2 circles that are the same size as the wheels placed in between the wheels for your car.  The bottom line of the rectangle should run straight through the center of the wheels for your cartoon car. If it helps, draw 4 circles that are touching across the bottom line of the rectangle. Then, erase the middle 2 circles. Use an eraser to remove the line that's running through the wheels. Then, take your pencil and sketch around the body of the car, making it rounded instead of boxy. If you prefer an angular cartoon car, you can skip this. If you sketch rounded curves along the edges of the car's body, use your eraser to clean up the corners. Make the rectangle extend about halfway from the wheel to the front or back of the car so it sticks out from the body a little bit. This will make it look like the bumper. Repeat this for the other wheel. Don't draw a rectangle between the 2 wheels since this is where the car doors would be. Draw a circle or oval on the front of the car's body. If you have an angular...

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Draw a narrow rectangle as long as you want the car to be. Make a trapezoid or half-circle on top of the rectangle. Sketch 2 circles on the bottom of the large rectangle to make the wheels. Smooth the corners of the car and erase the line through the wheels. Draw a small rectangle in front of each wheel to create the bumpers. Make a small circular headlight and square tail light. Draw a rectangle or dome to make the window. Fill in as many details as you like. Finished.


Use a pencil to sketch a kidney bean shape on your paper. You can make the outline for the brain any size you like. To make the kidney bean shape, draw a circle that has an indent at the bottom. If you prefer, you could draw an oval instead, but make the middle noticeably wider than the ends.

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Draw a large bean shape to make the outline for the brain.


Use a pick, a toothpick, or even a narrow piece of pecan shell to scrape the woody shell material and lining from the fissures in the nut meat. Even a small amount of this material left in the nut can leave a bitter taste in the mouth of the person who consumes it. This will allow the nuts to dry out and season, giving them a better flavor when eaten. Place the seasoned pecans in a sealed container and store them in a cool, dry place. They will keep for up to a week on the kitchen counter, for several weeks in the refrigerator, and for up to a year in the freezer.

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Clean off any shell  material. Leave the pecans in a perforated container or a colander for 24 hours. Store the pecans in a sealed container.


Use a pillow if you don't have a cushion. People will be less likely to move around in their seat if they're comfortable. Kids may have a hard time sitting still for a long period of time. Picking easy designs for kids' faces will shorten the amount of time they have to sit in the chair so they won't get as restless. If you're working with a particularly restless kid, wrap up your design as soon as possible.

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Put a cushion on the chair people will be sitting in. Paint simple designs on kids' faces.


Use a plastic cutting surface to avoid contaminating a wooden cutting board. Put a teaspoon or two of cooking oil in the pan and allow it to get smoking hot. Let them cook on one side for 15 seconds, then turn them to the other side using a pair of tongs. They should form a thick, crunchy crust on both sides.  Don't turn the steaks until they've seared; moving them too soon will prevent the crust from forming. Don't crowd the steaks in the pan. If necessary, cook the steaks in more than one batch. For rare steaks, cook for a total of 1 1/2 minutes on each side. For medium rare steaks, cook for a total of 2 minutes on each side. For medium well steaks, cook for a total of 2 1/2 minutes on each side. For well done steaks, cook for 3 or more minutes on each side. This allows the juices to distribute through the steak.

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Cut the steak into serving sized portions. Place a cast iron skillet or a frying pan over medium high heat on the stove. Place the steaks in the center of the pan. Continue turning the steaks every thirty seconds until they are cooked. Remove the steaks from the pan and allow them to rest for 3 minutes. Serve the steak hot.


Use a plastic liner that is 0.75 mm (0.029 in) to 1.00 mm (0.039 in) thick. Cover the entire sides and base of the pond with the liner.  Double the depth of your pond and add this number to the length and width of the pond to determine the length and width of liner that you need. For example, if your pond is 10 ft (3.0 m) by 10 ft (3.0 m), and 2 ft (0.61 m) deep, then you need a piece of plastic that is 14 ft (4.3 m) by 14 ft (4.3 m). The plastic will act as a moisture barrier, as well as provide something for the concrete to grab onto. Turn on your electric mixer and pour in the correct ratio of concrete to water. Wait until it is thoroughly mixed and there are no dry spots to start pouring it.  You can use an online concrete calculator to enter the dimensions of your pond and the thickness of the concrete you want to pour to determine how many bags of concrete you will need to complete the project. The type of electric concrete mixer to use is a small drum on wheels that tilts back and forth on an axis. When you plug it in and turn it on, the drum rotates to mix the concrete together. If you don’t have an electric mixer, or your pond is very small and you don’t need a lot of concrete, then you can mix the concrete in a wheelbarrow with a shovel. Start with one side of the pond and work your way around. Pour the mixed concrete onto the sides and base and even it out with a shovel until there is a 4 in (10 cm) layer covering all sides.  Make sure that the concrete is not too watery or it will run down the sides of the pond when you pour it on them. If you notice this happening, then reduce the amount of the water in the mix. You can spread the concrete out with a long rake with tape over the tips so that you don’t have to get into the pond to spread it. If your pond is too deep to reach the bottom with a rake or shovel, then carry buckets of concrete down to the bottom. Start at one end of the pond, and spread the concrete out evenly with a shovel or rake, working backwards, until you reach the other end and...

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Line the pond with heavy-gauge polythene sheet. Mix concrete in an electric mixer following the concrete package’s instructions. Cover the sides and base with 4 in (10 cm) of concrete. Press chicken wire mesh into the wet concrete. Cover the wire mesh with another layer of concrete and smooth it with a trowel. Cover the pond with plastic sheets and let it cure for 3 days. Spray on a rubber liner to seal the pond if you are using it for fish.


Use a pocket knife to poke two small holes in the lip of one side of the roasting pan.  Ask an adult to do this step. Choose one of the shorter ends. This will now be the top of your gong. The holes should be 2 to 3 inches (5 to 7.6 cm) apart. The tip of a scissors blade could also be used instead of a pocket knife. Place one pipe cleaner into each hole. Securely twist the ends of each pipe cleaner together.  Each pipe cleaner should form a loop with the ends twisted together. You'll need two loops (one in each hole). The loops should be 3 to 4 inches (7.6 to 10 cm) in diameter. Slide the cardboard tube of a wrapping paper roll or paper towel roll through the pipe cleaner loops, centering the loops on the tube.  You could use a broomstick, measuring stick, or other large stick instead of the cardboard tube if desired. Just make sure that the stick itself is longer than the width of your roasting pan gong. This tube or stick will act as the support for your gong. Place two desk or dining room chairs back to back. Rest the support on the back tops of both chairs so that the gong hangs in place.  For added security, you could hold the support in place using more pipe cleaners. Alternatively, you could use two large, thick books or any other evenly sized sturdy pieces instead of the chairs. This "stand" needs to be able to stay in place without additional support, though. Wrap electrical tape around one end of the chopstick, overlapping the tape until it forms a thick mass.  Instead of a chopstick, you could also use a wooden spoon or 12-inch (30.5-cm) wooden dowel. The taped portion of the stick will be the head of your beater. The head should be about 2 to 4 inches (5 to 10 cm) thick. To play the gong, simply strike the bottom, flat side of the roasting pan with the head of your beater.

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Poke two holes in a disposable roasting pan. Slide pipe cleaners into the holes. Hang the pipe cleaners from a cardboard tube. Prop up the gong. Wrap the end of a chopstick with tape. Play the gong.


Use a powerful vacuum to clean your carpets, rugs, and furniture. Move your furniture out of the way to clean the areas under and behind it. Vacuuming removes fleas, ticks, flea eggs, and tick eggs, so it’s important not to skip this step.  Vacuum the pillows and cushions on your sofa. If possible, use the vacuum extension to clean the underside of your sofa and other soft furniture. Concentrate on the areas your pets frequent, such as rooms where they play and sleep.  Don't forget to vacuum out your closets, too, especially if they're carpeted. If you think your car may also be infested, give it a thorough vacuuming, too, so that you don't end up carrying fleas and ticks back into the house. Use the hot water cycle to wash your couch cushion covers, blankets, bed linens, and clothes. Use the highest dryer setting to dry them thoroughly and make sure all insects and their eggs are removed.  If you have an item that could be damaged by washing it in hot water, like a wool coat, put it in a plastic bag and seal it. Plan to take it to the dry cleaner to make sure no fleas and ticks are hiding there. Wash camping tents, tarps, and other fabrics that could make a home for fleas and ticks. Use a spray cleaner and a rag to clean window sills, baseboards, and other areas where fleas and ticks might thrive. Focus on the rooms where your pets spend most of their time.

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Vacuum your home. Wash your linens and clothes. Sanitize corners and crevices.


Use a prop associated with psychic readings, like a crystal ball or a tarot card. Choose something that will create a more believable atmosphere for your subject and distract them while you're thinking of things to say. For example, you could look into a crystal ball and say something like “Just a moment, I think I’m getting something," when you need a minute to come up with your next line. Choose someone in the crowd and observe them for a while. Listen for any useful information they might share about their life that you can use later on. When you're ready to begin, tell that person that you sense a powerful energy coming from them and you'd like to read them first. For example, if you hear someone mention their best friend Mike, you could bring up the name Mike during the reading to prove you're a true messenger of the spirit world. Don’t make crazy claims about your powers that will set you up for failure. The lower you set the bar for yourself, the easier it will be to meet or surpass your subject’s expectations. You want your subject to be surprised, not disappointed. For example, instead of bragging about how you can read someone’s mind, say something more modest, like “I'm able to sense things that are troubling people, and their problems come to me in bits and pieces. I could try reading you if you’d want that.” Let them know it's up to them to piece together and make sense of the information you’re conveying. You're simply the messenger. This takes the responsibility of connecting the dots off of you and places it on them. For example, before the reading you could say something like “The spirit world relays information to me in mysterious ways, so it’s up to you to make meaning of the things I’m about to tell you.”

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Use props to set the mood and buy yourself time during the reading. Pick out your subject in advance if you're performing for an audience. Be modest about your reading abilities. Tell your subject the success of the reading depends on them.


Use a pruner or saw to cut the bamboo down to ground level. Cutting down the main stalks of the bamboo will weaken it, but won't kill it completely. Dig a hole around the stalks of bamboo and sever the underground roots or rhizomes from the main stalk with a pointed shovel. The rhizomes will look like the main bamboo stalk, but will be growing underground. Severing and removing these rhizomes will prevent the bamboo from spreading underground. If you want to completely eradicate the bamboo, you'll have to follow the length of the rhizomes underground and remove them completely. This will stem new bamboo growth.  Clumping bamboo's roots are clumped closely together, which make them easier to remove. Running bamboo will grow underground and can spread at a much quicker rate. Bamboo can be mowed occasionally without killing it, but constant mowing over a long period of time will weaken it enough to prevent future growth. Continue to mow over new growth until the bamboo stops growing. If new stalks come out of the ground, it means that you haven't fully removed the rhizomes.

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Cut the bamboo stalk to ground level. Dig around the bamboo and sever the rhizomes. Remove any existing rhizomes leading from the stalks. Mow over emerging bamboo stalks.


Use a reflexology chart or Part One to find the zone that corresponds to the area of your body on which you want to work. Or you can simply work the entire hands, which reflexologists believe helps to promote overall wellness.  For instance, if you suffer from a sinus headache, then you would work on your fingers between the fingertips and the first knuckles since this zone represents the head and sinuses. This area may also help relieve symptoms of sinusitis, although no proven evidence exists.  As another example, if you’re suffering from constipation, you would apply the techniques to the zones corresponding to your intestines, which is at the bottom of the palms straight down from your middle fingers. Place your fully extended thumb on the area you want to focus on. Slide the thumb back slowly while flexing the first thumb knuckle upward. Moving slowly and steadily move the thumb knuckle up and down, walking it over the reflex point. Rest your thumb on the area you wish to manipulate. Maintain a steady touch and rotate your thumb in a circle on the area while slowly increasing pressure. After performing a rotating motion, holding your thumb on the reflex point with medium pressure increases relaxation. Hold for a count of three. If you have chest congestion, for instance, you would isolate the correct zone on each hand (the top of the palm just below the last set of finger knuckles). Then you can use a thumb-walking technique across the zone. Finally, apply the rotating technique to smaller sections of the zone with a hold on the section before moving to the next. As you increase pressure on portions of the hands, you should apply as much pressure as you can without causing yourself (or the person on whom you’re applying reflexology) any pain. The firm pressure will ensure that you trigger the reflex, but the action should never cause pain or discomfort. Reflexologists believe that it is important to stimulate the corresponding zones on both hands when applying the techniques. For instance, do not work...

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Locate the correct, corresponding area. Use thumb-walking techniques. Use a rotating motion. Apply pressure after rotating. Integrate the different techniques. Press firmly without causing any pain. Stimulate the zones on both hands. Relax and drink plenty of water after your session.


Use a rock hammer or pickax to crack open the suspected geode. Place the rock on the ground and strike it in the center with a hammer to split it into two pieces. While there are clues that can lead you to geodes, the only way to verify whether you’ve truly found one is to take a look inside.  Make sure to wear safety goggles while trying to open the geode. If you do not want to attempt to open the geode yourself, you can also take it to a rock or gem store to have it opened for you. Use a mineral identification key to determine what kind of mineral your geode contains. Match the descriptions in the key to the appearance of the crystals found inside of your geode in order to properly identify what kind you have unearthed. Mineral keys describe the mineral’s habit, which refers to its key characteristics and features. Use a chisel and hammer to break off pieces of the geode to clean and polish. Use a handheld rotary sander to grind the geodes into shape then rub them with a polishing cloth until you begin to see luster.  Polishing your geode will bring out the most in its beauty. You can also coat your geode with mineral oil to increase its luster.

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Crack open the rock with a hammer. Identify the minerals inside. Cut and polish your geode.


Use a roll of duct tape or stuff towels, blankets or sheets under the door and in the cracks of the door to keep the smoke out. Cover all the air vents and heat units to prevent the smoke from entering the room. Provide the exact address of the fire. Tell the emergency response operator how many people are inside the burning house and the exact location. This should include whether you are on the first or second floor and in the back, side or front of the house. Wave something out the window to attract attention or shine a flashlight to alert help. Smoke and heat rise, so be sure everyone stays low.

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Seal yourself and family members in the room when you are unable to get out safely. Call the emergency response number or the fire department directly. Yell and signal for help, if you don't have a telephone. Stay on the floor near the window until help arrives.


Use a rubber spatula to scrap the dough on the sides of the bowl down. Lay a clean kitchen towel over the mixing bowl and set the bowl in a warm place. Let the dough rest for 2 to 3 hours. The dough should double in volume once it's finished proving. Sprinkle your work surface with flour. Scoop the dough onto the surface. Use a sharp knife or bench scrape to divide the dough into 2 equal pieces. Divide each of those pieces in half, so you have 4 pieces of dough. Divide each of those pieces into 4 small pieces. You should now have 16 pieces of dough. Try to keep the dough pieces the same size, so they bake evenly. Take one piece of dough and roll it out to a rough oval shape. It should measure about 8 x 4-inches (20 x 10-cm) in size. Get out ¼ cup (57 g) of softened butter. Use a pastry brush to spread some of the softened butter over the entire surface of the oval. Repeat this with each piece of dough. Since the dough will be sticky, you may want to use a bench scraper or spatula to gently scrape up the long end of the oval that's closest to you. Tightly roll the dough into a long, thin cylinder, so the buttered side is completely rolled up. Repeat this with each piece of dough. There are a few ways you can wrap the cylinder into a coil. Take one end of the cylinder and begin wrapping it into a spiral, so you can loosely tuck the other end underneath it. Or you can cross the ends of the cylinder, so they almost form a pretzel shape. Bring one of the ends under and through the center of the coil. Lay a sheet of parchment paper on a baking sheet and set each shaped ensaymada on it. If you'd like to bake the ensaymada in individual molds, you could grease 16 molds and place on ensaymada in each. Place the sheet with the ensaymada in a warm place. Let the ensaymada rest until they double in volume. This should take 30 minutes to 1 hour. Avoid over-proofing the ensaymada or they may shrink a lot when they bake.

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Prove the dough for 2 to 3 hours. Roll the dough and divide it into 16 pieces. Roll the dough and brush it with butter. Roll up the oval into a cylinder. Twist the cylinder into a coil. Arrange the shaped ensaymada on a sheet. Proof the ensaymada for 30 minutes to 1 hour.


Use a rule to see how long your strip of sequins is. If you need a specific length, draw the placement onto the garment or fabric using tailor's chalk or an invisible marker. If you want to make a design from the sequin strip, draw it onto the fabric first. This will help you in position the strip accurately when you glue it down. Try to have extra length of sequin strip. This way, you can make sure you won't run out and need to add a second strip which could discontinue the design and look unprofessional. You can always trim away excess sequin strip when you're done. Take a sharp pair of fabric scissors and trim the ends of the strips. Take care not to cut yourself. Fabric scissors will keep you from bending the sequins out of shape. Keep your fingers near the end of the cut strip so that sequins don't fall off. If you ever need half a sequin, use sharp scissors to make a clean cut down the middle. Blunt scissors will bend the sequin rather than cut it. This can be useful to do if you're adding a strip that winds its way around a garment, such as a leotard or a dress. After you pin the strip down, you can glue it down in sections, flattening down as you go and removing pins. When joining strips, be sure to carefully align the ends so that they appear to keep running in a single strip. Using the hot glue gun, run a short line of glue along the back of the sequin strip. Work in small amounts so that it doesn't dry before you can place the sequin strip down. Working in small amounts also gives you more flexibility to move your sequins around.  To keep the strip from sliding, hold the ends in place for about 10 seconds or so before letting go. You may also choose to dab the fabric itself, running the glue across the place you’d like to attach the sequin strip. Use your fingers or tweezers to hold and work with the strip. Carefully press down on the line or design you've made on the garment or fabric. Press the sequin strip in place for about 15 seconds to give it a chance to set.  If glue oozes out from the...

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Measure the length of sequin strip. Cut the strip ends. Pin the strip in place first for very long strips. Run hot glue along the strip. Apply gentle pressure. Let it dry before you add another strip.