Article: Read the care label on the inside of the hat to find out what materials it's composed of. Alternatively, you could look up the information on the Internet or through the manufacturer's website. If it's made of jersey mesh, cotton twill, or a polyester blend, you can clean it in the dishwasher. If it's made of wool, however, you shouldn't use this method as the hat may shrink. If the hat has a brim made out of plastic, you can use the dishwasher. But, if the brim is made out of cardboard, you should spot-clean the hat instead to prevent water from damaging the brim. It's important to place the hat on the top rack to keep it away from the heating element. If you put the hat on the bottom rack, it may become too hot and the fabric could shrink or the plastic brim could get warped. For best results, place a "cap washer" or "cap cage" underneath your baseball hat to help it keep its shape. You can find these online or at hat stores. Wash the hat or hats alone so the dirt and sweat doesn't seep out onto your dishes. Read the package that your dishwashing detergent comes in. If you see bleaching agents, like chlorine, avoid using the detergent as it could alter the color of the hat. Use a gentle, all-natural detergent instead. Avoid using a heavy cycle, such as one for pots and pans. Use the gentlest cycle available and make sure the "heated drying" option is off. Also, use cold water, rather than warm or hot, so as not to shrink the fabric or warp the plastic brim. After the cycle is complete, remove the hat from the dishwasher. Use your hands to carefully reshape the hat or brim, if necessary. Then, place it on a towel in front of a fan and let it air dry. This may take up to 24 hours, so plan to wear another hat in the meantime. Don't dry the hat in the clothes dryer or in direct sunlight, both of which could fade, warp, or otherwise ruin the hat.
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Figure out what the hat is made from. Put the hat on the top rack. Use a dishwashing detergent without bleaching agents. Run the dishwasher using cold water on a cycle without heated drying. Reshape the hat, if necessary, and let it air dry.
Article: You can also use a silicone baking mat if you have one, but do not use plastic wrap since it's not oven safe. The exact timing will depend on how thick you spread the glitter, but should be around 30 minutes. Once it's done, the mixture should be fully hardened and will peel away from the tray. Your edible glitter should last for months, but may lose some sparkle over time. Be sure to store it away from water and sunlight to prolong its shelf life.
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Preheat the oven to 275F (135C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper. Bake the gum mixture in the oven until it is fully dry. Store the edible glitter in an airtight container or jar.
Article: Lay down old towels, rags, newspaper, or drop cloths over the floor and surfaces on which you'll be standing or sitting, laying down materials, or rinsing off. The bathroom is a good spot to avoid dye messes because you have close access to a sink and a shower for the rinsing process. However, you should make sure you get good ventilation in your bathroom to avoid the chemical fumes. Remember that you will have time to wait while the dye sits on your hair to process. Protect your hair and any other surfaces where you go during this time from coming in contact with one another. Always wear the plastic gloves provided to you in your dye kit, or purchase disposable gloves from the store, to protect your hands from the dye. Wear gloves throughout the duration of your dyeing process, from mixing the dye to applying it. You can even keep the gloves on to rinse your hair out until the water runs clear. Even if you have the gloves included with your dye, it's a good idea to have other disposable ones nearby, in case the first pair breaks or it's hard to apply the dye in the typically too-big, generic size that comes in your kit. Wear clothes you don't mind getting ruined and cover your shoulders with a rag towel for extra protection. Dab petroleum jelly or oil around your hairline, ears, and neck to make it easy to wipe away dye from those areas later. If you do get dye on your neck and ears, try using clarifying shampoo and a wet towel to dab away the stains after you rinse out the dye from your hair. You can also try baby oil, olive oil, or a gentle dish soap or laundry detergent to remove stains from skin. If your hair dye gets on the sink or counter or another surface nearby, spray the spot with bleach and let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes before wiping it away. If the dye got on clothes or other fabrics, you may be able to spot-treat it with bleach also, but these stains are very difficult to remove.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Cover your workspace. Wear gloves. Protect your skin and clothes. Spray dye spots with bleach.