Problem: Article: Apply painters tape in a straight line along each edge of the sections where you will paint your lightest color. The inner edge of the painter's tape should be lined up with the pencil outline of that color. Painters tape will easily peel off once you're done with it. It's best to start with your lightest color and work your way up to the darker colors. The tape helps you paint smooth, straight lines. Make sure the tape is tightly attached to the plywood. If you have 2 overlapping pieces of painters tape at a corner, you can cut them away to make a sharp point. Line up your straight edge where you want to make the cut and cut the tape with a razor blade or x-acto knife. Then, peel off the bit of tape you sliced to reveal a sharp corner. Be very careful with the blade. If you are a kid, get an adult to help with this step. Use an exterior latex paint. Paint inside the tape lines for all the sections that are in your first color. You can use a paintbrush, a paint roller, or even a makeup sponge to apply the paint. Paint right up to the tape line and a little bit on top of the tape. That way, you'll have a crisp, full block of color. You don't have to wait for your paint to totally dry before giving it a second coat just leave it for a few minutes. You should peel off the tape while the second coat of paint is still wet, so that it leaves behind a smooth line. Peel slowly and carefully to avoid smudging. Don't worry if there are a few spots where the paint bled through the tape, because you will touch up those spots at the end. Remember to let the paint dry thoroughly before you put more tape down. It may take about an hour or more for your paint to dry, so leave your barn quilt be and go do something else to keep yourself occupied. It's really important to wait for the first color to dry completely, because if you tape over wet paint it will smudge. Tap the paint lightly with your finger to check if it's dry. If you are in a humid place, it will take even longer for your paint to dry. Remember to be patient and let each paint color dry thoroughly before moving onto the next color. Use a fresh paintbrush for each color. Remove the painters tape when you've done your last color and admire your work. There will probably be a few small spots where one color accidentally bled over onto the other color. Using a small artist's paintbrush, cover up the mistakes with a little bit of the correct color. Putting your pinky down helps keep your hand steady as you paint. If you don't trust your freehanding skills, you can also put a bit of painters tape down on the line you want to fix.
Summary: Put painters tape around the sections for your lightest color. Cut corners and points in the tape with a razor. Paint 2 coats of paint in the taped off sections. Peel off the tape immediately after applying the second coat. Let the first color dry completely. Continue taping and painting until you've finished the pattern. Touch up mistakes with an artist's paintbrush.

Problem: Article: There are a few things to consider when choosing what paper to use for your poster. The weight of the paper and whether or not it is coated (glossy) are the two important things you need to decide. Posters are typically printed on paper with a greater weight like 24# or 28#. The bigger the poster, the thicker the paper should be. Coated paper works best for posters. Typically a silk or gloss coated paper is used on posters to make them resist dirt and smudges. A thicker coated paper will make brighter and more saturated colors pop. Different printers will have different expertise so you need to do some research before sending your poster to print. You want a printer that will work with you and be willing to answer all of the questions you might have. Ask people for recommendations for a good printer to use. Make sure they will print on the paper you want. Ask what their turnaround time is to make sure you can get your poster when you need it. Find out from the company that will be printing your poster how they would like you to get the pdf to them. If you prefer a certain method, you can ask them if they will let you use it. Most printers can accommodate different delivery methods. Email the PDF as an attachment. Upload the PDF to the company's website. Save the PDF on a zip drive or CD to bring to the store in person. It is extremely important to request a proof from your printer. This will ensure your poster will be printed looking just as you expect it to. You will be able to check the bleed and crop marks to see that they are correct. Most proofs will be a digital file sent to you. Sometimes you can request a paper proof for an additional charge. Some printers will let you check the poster as it is being printed. This is known as a "press pass" or a "pass on press". You can ask if this is allowed, however because of time constraints many printers don't practice this anymore.
Summary: Decide what paper to use. Choose where to print. Deliver your PDF to the printer. Request a proof.

Problem: Article: The most effective way to conceal the scent of alcohol is to eat equally stinky foods. Try eating foods with garlic and onion for breakfast. Some ideas include: Breakfast omelette Savory breakfast scones Savory crepes Another stinky consumable item that is effective at covering the smell of alcohol is coffee. Have a cup of coffee in the morning, and continue drinking coffee throughout the day. If you are sensitive to caffeine, switch to decaf. Be aware that coffee breath can be offensive too. Peanut butter is also effective at concealing alcohol breath. Consider packing a peanut buttery treat in your lunch for the day. Some ideas include: Ants on a log Peanut butter and jelly sandwich Noodles with peanut sauce Drinking plenty of water is the best way to flush out your system and eradicate (rather than just cover) the scent of alcohol. Aim to drink half of your body weight in ounces. For example, if you weigh 150 pounds (68kg), try to drink 75 fluid ounces (2.2l). Good news: water is also the best cure for a hangover. As your body metabolizes alcohol, the scent can reappear on your breath. Help to keep it at bay by regularly chewing gum or using breath mints throughout your day.
Summary:
Eat foods with garlic and onion. Drink coffee. Have peanut butter for lunch. Stay hydrated. Chew gum throughout the day.