Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Remove the lamp shade and clean it. Adhere a stencil over the lamp shade. Apply glass paint over the stencil with a pouncer. Peel the stencil off before the paint dries. Allow the paint to dry and clean your supplies. Apply more stencils, if desired. Reassemble the lamp.

Answer: Take the lamp shade off of the fixture. Wash it with warm, soapy water, then dry it off with a towel. Wipe the lamp shade down with rubbing alcohol to remove any oil or residue. Handle the lamp shade from the inside from now on to prevent oil transfer. Do not clean the lamp shade if you already painted it. You can use regular stencils or self-adhesive stencils. If you are using a regular stencil, tape down all 4 edges with painter's tape. If you are using a self-adhesive stencil, peel it off of the backing first, then press it down onto the lamp. Choose an ornate stencil with thin lines so that the light can pass through. Flourishes, filigree, and ornate butterflies make great choices. Squirt some glass paint onto a disposable plate or palette. Dip a foam pouncer into the paint, then tap it against the stencil. Work your way from the outside edges of the stencil towards the middle. You can use glass paint in any finish you want, but be aware that translucent glass paint may not show up well, especially against a previously-painted surface. If you painted your lamp shade with tinted decoupage glue, use acrylic paint. Tinted decoupage glue will be too fluid for this step. Do not let the paint dry in the stencil, or you risk peeling it off. As soon as you finish applying your last stroke of paint, peel the stencil off. Avoid dragging the stencil across the lamp shape; otherwise, the paint may smear. Instead, pick the stencil up by 2 corners and lift it straight up. If you notice any chips or gaps in the paint after you remove the stencil, fill them in using spare paint and a thin, pointed brush. How long the paint takes to dry depends on the type of paint you used. Acrylic paint dries within minutes, but glass paint can take several hours. As the paint is drying, use this time to clean your pouncer and stencil. Wipe your stencil down with rubbing alcohol. If you have a self-adhesive stencil, be careful not to get anything on the back. Wash pounces using soapy water or brush cleaner. Be aware that it may not be salvageable and you may have to throw it out. At this point, you can repeat the process to apply more stencils for a layered look. You can also apply stencils to other parts of the lamp shade. Let the paint dry after you peel the stencil away. For example: If you added 1 big butterfly, you might want to add 1 or 2 smaller butterflies. If you added a filigree heart, a flourish to either side of it might look pretty. If you added a flower in 1 color, consider adding 2 more flowers in other colors. Once the paint has completely dried and cured, you can reassemble the lamp. If the paint still feels tacky, it has not finished curing. Give it a few more hours; double-check the label for more complete drying times.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Gather and purchase your materials. Remove loose plaster. Screw down any loose lath to the studs underneath. Apply your plaster patching compound to the hole. Apply a second coat with your trowel. Allow the patch to dry completely. Reproduce any wall texture if your walls are textured. Prime and paint your patch.

Answer: Get your supplies together before you begin. To fix a lath and plaster wall you will need: A plaster patching compound A large joint or finishing trowel Sandpaper Coarse grade screws for wood and fine grade screws for metal. Choose screws that are 1-1/4" to 1-5/8". You will need to remove all of the damaged area while making sure to not expand the damage. Gently remove any cracked or loose plaster, moving out from the center damaged area until all the plaster you encounter is secure. Use sheetrock screws but if the lath is cracked add wide thin washers to the screws when screwing down the lath. If some of your lath is damaged so much that it will not hold up plaster, you will need to replace it. This is the rough in coat, so the surface of the patch should be a bit below the surface of the wall and does not need to be sooth. Allow this layer to dry for a bit, until the surface is slightly firm but not hard. The consistency of this layer of plater patch should be like peanut butter. This coat should stick to the first one but the goal here is to give the surface a smooth surface that is level with the wall. This layer of patching compound should be just slightly thinner than the one underneath. This will allow you to more easily smooth out the surface with you trowel. Sand the surface with 220 grit sandpaper if you did not get the surface smooth enough with your trowel. Getting a completely smooth surface with a trowel will take a lot of practice, so don't be discouraged if you need to do a bit of sanding on your first try. Matching texture can be very difficult since it is usually machine blown. However, you can also get aerosol cans of texture in home improvement stores. To texture patches stick a stiff stipple brush in plaster and apply to finished and dry patch. If necessary, after it sets up a little, trowel over it to flatten high spots. Always use a good primer or a paint plus primer on plaster walls, as it will protect the wall and saves on cost of finish paint.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Read the entire menu at restaurants. Choose restaurants with healthier options. Stop by the grocery store. Purchase convenience store foods.

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Even with the best intentions, eating out at fast food restaurants or stopping by a convenience store may be the only option you have. However, reading the entire menu or walking through the entire store can help you get a good idea of what healthy options are available. Review menus online before choosing a restaurant and make sure you have some healthy options. Or become familiar with the menu of your favorite quick restaurants. Find a few items that will fall into your healthy eating plan and stick to those. Review the nutrition stats of different foods. Restaurants that have more than 20 locations are required to have nutrition information online and in the store. Find options that fit into your calorie guidelines or other nutrition requirements. Avoid combo meals. This is when the calorie count can get really high at fast food restaurants. Stick to just a small sandwich or wrap if possible. Avoid deep fried items if possible. Most fast food chains do offer grilled versions of a variety of sandwiches, wraps, and other meals. Choose grilled over fried for a lower-fat meal. The typical fast food restaurants are not the only quick option. Many places serve soups, salads, lower-calorie sandwiches and other items that are not as processed, are lower in calories, and are slightly healthier for you. Try using a map app on your smart phone or doing a quick internet search of available options in your current location. Look for something outside the typical burger and fry joint. Remember, although some restaurants offer fresh salads and sandwiches, their foods aren't necessarily low calorie. Again, it's important to review the menu and nutrition information online first. If you're feeling famished and have no time to cook, swing by a grocery store for quick and healthy meal. Most stores will have a variety of options to fit your timeline. No time at all? Pick up something from the salad bar or hot bar. Choose lean protein, vegetables, fruit and whole grains. Try to avoid things that are higher in fat (like mac and cheese) or fried (like fried chicken). Many stores also offer pre-made meals and cold pre-packaged salads (like chicken or tuna salad). Be wary of the fat and calorie content, but a small cup of chicken salad with a piece of fruit is a great quick meal. Not all your meals need to be 100% home cooked or made from scratch. Some convenience foods are still moderately healthy in addition to being quick. Surprisingly, gas stations sometimes have healthier food than fast food establishments. Healthy convenience store foods can include: frozen low-calorie dinners (but be aware of the sodium content), low-calorie canned soups (again, watch the sodium content), individual packages of nuts, or "protein packs" (many stores sell small packages of lean protein foods like nuts, cheese, hard boiled eggs or deli meat alongside a fruit or veggie). Convenience foods to avoid include: high calorie/high fat frozen foods (like pizza or chicken nuggets), fried foods from grocery store/convenience store hot bars, canned pastas, processed meats (like hot dogs) and pre-made sandwiches or subs. Consume convenience store foods with awareness and moderation. Many times what makes convenience foods "convenient" is extra processing. Sometimes this doesn't affect the nutritional value all that much and other times it does. Exercise caution and use your best judgement.