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Grip the tie by the very tip so that there's no excess fabric sticking out from between your fingers. The end you're holding will be the one that ends up on the inside of the roll. Alternatively, you can fold the tie in half once and grip both ends before rolling so that not as much wrapping is required. Let the broad end extend toward the ground so that the tie is completely straight. Keeping it pointed up and down will make rolling quicker, easier, and more precise. This means that your gripping hand should be held flat with your two fingers pointed out to the side. Try not to let the tie touch the ground or any other objects in the immediate vicinity, especially if there's water, ink, or food or drink nearby. Reach down with your other hand and gather up the broad end. Then, bring it up and around the hand you're holding the tie with. Make sure you're rolling the tie with the outer face (the one that will be visible while you're wearing it) pointed inward to keep it tucked away and protected. Continue rolling the tie until it forms a neat little cylinder shape. You can wind the tie either in front of or behind your second hand. Whichever method you prefer will workjust double check that the outer face of the tie is on the inside. Be careful not to roll the tie too tight. Doing so could create wrinkles or cause you to trap you own fingers (oops!). Now that the tie is in a nice compact bundle, the best way to store it is to stand it upright on one end so that it resembles a cinnamon roll. If you'd prefer, you can also place it down lengthwise, with the broad tip tucked underneath to keep it from coming unraveled. Your ties will take up the least amount of space when stored in an upright position. In fact, you could fit as many as 2-3 dozen in an average-sized sock drawer! Consider using a compartmentalized drawer organizer to keep your rolled ties separated and neatly organized.

summary: Pinch the slender end of the tie between your thumb and forefinger. Hold the tie up vertically. Wrap the tie loosely around your fingers. Set the tie on one end or lay it out on its side.

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Alarm systems range from extremely complex and expensive for those that provide offsite monitoring and mobile access, to relatively cheap for door and window alarms you can install yourself. While more features might make your home marginally safer, know that merely having any sort of alarm system is usually enough to deter burglars. A monitored system will notify an offsite center if a break-in is detected. They will notify the police if they cannot contact you, or if they do contact you and you ask them to do so. A simple security system will set off a shrill alarm if a break-in is detected. This might scare off the burglar, or lead neighbors to call the police. However, know that police often charge a fee for a false alarm. Individual alarms for doors or windows or wireless cameras are relatively inexpensive and easy to install. There are a variety of choices to make when choosing a monitored service. Landline, Cellular, or Broadband Monitoring Each option for how your system communicates with the monitoring center has advantages and disadvantages. Landline A landline phone connection is used to communicate with the monitoring center. It is the slowest option, and if you choose it, you should get cell uplink backup, or cutting the telephone lines will disable your system. Cellular A cellular uplink is used to communicate with the monitoring center. Cellular monitoring is faster and more reliable, but also more expensive. Broadband Your broadband internet is used to communicate with the monitoring center. It is much faster than a landline, and while not as reliable as cellular, it is cheaper. Professional or DIY Installation DIY is usually quite simple, and it means you own the equipment. It is good for renters or people who move a lot. Professional installation allows for more complex systems, but if you will be moving soon, be sure you go with a company that will move your system for free. Home Automation This provides the ability to remotely control not only your security settings, but also things like turning the lights on and off, and thermostat settings. It can also give you real time updates and let you know when your kids come home. It is convenient, but more expensive. These are the basics, whether using a monitoring service or not. There are many other features you can get pressure mats under rugs to detect footsteps, closed circuit TV systems, broken glass sensors, or pressure sensors that detect when someone is trying to kick in a door but motion detectors and magnetic door and window contacts are usually sufficient to detect a break in. Your security system won't help if you forget to turn it on. It will be less effective if you don't let burglars know it is there. Always follow these best practices: Always use your system, even when you take a quick trip to the store, visit neighbors, or walk the dog around the block. Never post your pass code near the home security alarm keypad. Make sure the yard signs and window decals that say your home is protected by a security system are clearly visible. Use generic security signs. Knowing the security company can help thieves to disable the system. If you don't want to invest in a full home security system, there are a number of simple, inexpensive alarms you can install yourself. Doors Doorknob alarms sound off loudly when they are moved. If someone tries to break in, they will emit a piercing sound just like an alarm system. Windows Similar movement-triggered alarms are available for windows. In addition, you can purchase inexpensive alarms that trigger when a window is broken. If you want to leave windows cracked for ventilation, window swags will sound if the window is opened too wide. Webcams Motion-sensitive webcams start at $100 and can be remotely monitored on a Smartphone or computer. Twenty-four hour surveillance can help dissuade criminals from entering your home, and catch them if they do. Studies show that most criminals move on as soon as they see an alarm sign. So even if you don't want to pay for an alarm system, be sure to invest in alarm signs. Put signs in the front and rear of your house, as well as stickers in any windows you are worried about. Adding fake motion sensors on your windows will make it even less likely that a burglar chooses your house.

summary: Choose the system that is right for you. Consider your options if choosing a monitoring service. Choose a home security system that uses motion detectors and arms all doors and windows. Get the most out of your system. Install your own simple security devices. Fake it even if you don't have an alarm.

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Using a hot baking sheet will cause the dough to start to melt prematurely. Grease the cookie sheet with vegetable shortening or unsalted butter -- don't use vegetable oil because it'll burn between the cookies, and that's not a pleasure to clean. Some cookie dough recipes, however, have a lot of shortening or butter in it already and may not need to have the cookie sheet greased at all. Use a parchment paper or Silipat lined baking sheet for ease of cookie baking. The baking sheet is easier to clean and will not suffer from greasy build up, if either is used while baking. Another plus is the cookies can be carefully removed from the baking sheet by pulling the parchment paper carefully from the cookie sheet and placing it on a cooling rack. The cookie sheet can be lined again with parchment paper and another batch of cookies can be baked. Use a cookie scoop or measuring spoon to make sure drop or shaped cookies are all the same size. The cookies will bake evenly and taste better. A time range is often given in a recipe, so once you reach the short end of the range, stick a toothpick right in the center of a cookie, and pull it out quickly. If little or no cookie sticks to the toothpick, they are done. Depending on amount of cookie left on toothpick, adjust cooking time accordingly. It is best to either let the cookies cool on the sheet, or to move them to a cooling rack. If you do not have a cooling rack, just turn a large plate upside down, and place the rack on top until it cools. Once the cookies have cooled slightly, remove them from cookie sheet to prevent them from sticking and breaking later.
summary: Put the cookies on a room temperature or cool cookie sheet. Use a liner. Make evenly sized cookies. Check the cookies. Allow cookies to cool after removing from the oven.