Article: Bring your toothbrush, toothpaste, floss and deodorant for sure. If you'll be wearing makeup, bring along some makeup wipes and your normal facial cleanser. Ask your hotel if they provide shampoo, conditioner and soap, or, if you're staying with a friend, ask to borrow some of theirs. If your travel time is short, save space in your bag by styling your hair and putting on makeup before you head out. Bring only what you need to touch up, like a bit of styling mousse or some lipstick. Big bottles of shampoo, hair straighteners and blow dryers will take up lots of room in your bag, so leave them behind if you can. Call your hotel and ask if blow dryers are included in rooms, or, if you're staying with a friend, ask if they own a straightener or curling iron you can use. Transfer liquid products into smaller containers to avoid bringing large bottles. Use an extra makeup bag or plastic bag to avoid losing phone chargers, headphones or keys. Keep cords from tangling by rolling each one into a circle or oval, then clipping it together with a binder clip. Grab a book or a lightweight tablet if you'll be traveling for a while, or charge up your phone to play games or music. Grab a thin book of crossword puzzles, sudoku or word searches for boredom-banishing activities you can take on the go.
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Include only toiletry must-haves. Do your hair and makeup before you leave. Avoid packing larger beauty items. Tuck away other small items in a separate bag. Bring activities if you'll be on a plane or in a car for a long time.
Article: When taking body measurements, you need to use the correct type of tape measure. You will want to use a soft cloth or flexible plastic/rubber tape measure, such as is used in sewing. Do not use a metal measuring tape such as is used in construction (it will be inaccurate). Stand straight, tall, and breathe normally when taking measurements. Some measurements may be taken better when exhaling, some when inhaling (it will depend on the purpose of the measurement). This may be difficult to do yourself, so get a friend to help you. You want to be sure that when you measure, the tape is straight and in line with the appropriate body part. For example, for most circumference measurements the tape will need to be parallel to the floor while while lengths will need to be either parallel or perpendicular (based on the line orientation of the body part being measured). You can't get a very accurate measurement when wearing baggy or thick clothing, so try to wear clothes which fit closely or wear nothing at all. Similarly, breast measurements for women will be most accurate when wearing a well-fitting, unpadded bra. If measuring for clothes tailoring, some measurements will need to be taken with clothing on, such as pants measurements and shoulder measurements. Different measurements will need to be either circumference measurements (the measurement around something) or length measurements (the measurement between two straight points). Which is necessary should be obvious but all will be indicated in the instructions below. Make sure that you write down the measurements as you take them, so that you do not forget them and need to take them again.
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Use the correct type of tape measure. Stand correctly. Measure correctly. Wear appropriate clothing. Know when to measure circumference vs length. Write down your measurements.
Article: yet warm around them. Don't be cold-shouldered and aloof around your in-laws and expect them to like you. Put your best foot forward and demonstrate a relaxed, inviting personality. Smile, greet them warmly, shake hands, and hug, if that's typical in your family. Let your in-laws know that you're interested in developing a relationship with them and they'll have a positive perception of you. Do this by taking an interest in their lives and their interests. A simple, "How's that garden coming along, Mrs. Henderson?" or "Have you been fishing lately. Mr. Greene? I'd love to hear about your latest catch," can show how thoughtful you are. Parents love to feel like they are imparting knowledge onto their childrenin-laws are no different. Show regard for them and their unique skills by asking their advice about a dilemma or requesting that they teach you something. For example, if your father-in-law built an impressive deck, you might ask him for pointers on your own backyard landscaping. If your mother-in-law is a talented baker, ask her to show you how to make her famous apple pie. You can also show interest in the lives and histories of your in-laws by asking them to tell you more about their own upbringings or what your spouse was like as a child. Sharing heartfelt or funny stories can help you bond. You might say, "Sylvia is so determined. Was she like that as a girl, too?" Nothing shows your attention and consideration like keeping up with the little things. Help your in-laws develop fond feelings for you by noticing the little details that are important to them. For example, if you invite your in-laws over for dinner, purchase the type of wine they like. If your father-in-law had a big presentation at work, ask how it went the next time you see him. Another way to make your in-laws like you is by giving them gifts. Consider picking up a bouquet of their favorite flowers before a visit or ask them to tag along when you score tickets to a sporting event. Don't overdo the gift-giving, as this can come off as insincere or make them feel like you are trying to "buy" their affection. However, gifts can be a thoughtful way to show your in-laws how much you care.
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Be polite Inquire about their lives. Ask their advice. Ask them to tell stories. Remember little details. Bring gifts.