Problem: Article: The brackets are on the sides of the headrail the slats dangle from. These brackets are relatively easy to pry open with a flat-head screwdriver. Open the bracket and pull the rail toward you to take the blinds off the wall. Not all blinds have the exact same locking mechanism, so check the owner's manual for more specific instructions. Generally, you do not need anything other than a screwdriver. Deep cleaning is recommended for metallic and synthetic blinds only. This is almost certain to damage wooden blinds, so try it at your own risk! Read the manufacturer's cleaning recommendations for a better solution. Consider laying a towel down on the bathtub floor first if you're worried about scratching the blinds. When you're ready to put them in the tub, lay them as flat as you can on the floor. If the blinds are a little longer than your tub, it's okay to fold the end over a little bit. Keep the headrail and other metal components out of the water, if possible, to prevent them from rusting. If you don't have space for the blinds in your bathroom, try moving them outside. Lawns and driveways are a few good spots for them. Lay out a tarp or blanket first to prevent them from getting even dirtier. Let the water flow until it covers the blinds. Then, pour in whatever mild dish detergent you have in your kitchen. About 14 cup (59mL) of it will do. Also, add up to 14 cup (59mL) of white vinegar if you think you will need extra cleaning power to cut through grease on the dirtiest blinds. It isn't a lot of water, but keep some spare towels on hand to deal with any splashes or drips while you're cleaning. If you're cleaning your blinds outside, attach a garden hose to a nearby faucet. Spray down the blinds a few times until they are clean. The amount of time you need to leave the blinds in the water depends on how dirty they are. If you brush dust off of them pretty regularly, it can take as little as 30 minutes. Blinds with a deep build-up of grime may need to be left for 3 hours or more. It's okay to leave the blinds in the water overnight if they really need the spa day. If you're in a hurry, try swishing the blinds around in the water. Use a soft scrub brush to help lift the stains. Soaking may not be enough to remove the toughest stains. Fortunately, scrub brushes can come to your rescue. Make sure you choose something soft that won't scratch the blinds, such as a nylon kitchen brush, non-abrasive sponge, or soft cloth. Scrub along each slat with a gentle amount of pressure until they are all clean. Scrubbing is very useful for blinds done outdoors since you probably won't be able to soak them. Keep scrubbing and spraying them until they are clean. Drain the tub, then turn on the clean water. A detachable shower head comes in handy here, but you're fine if you don't have one. Try using a bucket to slosh water onto the blinds or let the water spray onto it until the soap is gone. Check both sides for any remaining soap or stains. If you can help it, keep the blinds still as much as possible to avoid any risk of damaging them. If you have to move them, handle them gently and keep a towel under them. If you're lucky enough to have good weather, drape the blinds over a railing, a fence, or some other place exposed to sunlight and circulating air. It will help the blinds dry out more quickly. You could also throw them over a shower railing, garage beam, or some other spot. Wait for them to become completely dry to the touch before hanging them back up on the wall. To speed up the drying process, wipe the blinds off with a dry cloth. You could also turn a hair dryer down to a very low heat setting and use it. Hold it about 8in (20cm) above the blinds and keep it moving. Keep the blinds away from heaters and radiators to avoid warping them. Avoid leaving them against hot surfaces.
Summary: Remove the blinds by undoing the brackets at the end of the headrail. Spread the blinds on the floor of a bathtub. Fill the tub with warm water and add a liquid detergent. Leave the blinds to soak for at least half an hour. Scrub stains with a soft brush or sponge to remove them. Rinse the blinds with clean water to remove the soap. Hang the blinds in the air until they dry.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: If you love wearing a big, cozy scarf, but you don't like to have the ends hanging down, a brooch is the perfect solution! Wrap the scarf comfortably around your neck, then use the brooch to pin the end of the scarf in place. This will add a pretty touch that's as functional as it is stylish! You can pin the scarf in the center of your chest, or you can add the brooch closer to your shoulder if you prefer. A jeweled brooch can make the perfect hair accessory. For a simple way to tuck your brooch into your hair, pin the clasp to a headband or pass it through a ribbon. Then, slip on the headband or tie the ribbon around your hair for a unique new hairstyle! If you want to wear your brooch but you don't want to put holes in your clothes, try wearing it as a necklace instead. Attach it to a chain, a string of pearls, or even a piece of ribbon to create a one-of-a-kind necklace you can wear anywhere. To make your brooch into a choker, attach it to a narrow piece of ribbon or velvet that's long enough to wrap around your throat. Make a smaller brooch into a pendant by attaching it to a long chain. Dress up your flats, loafers, or even a pair of canvas sneaker by pinning on a pair of matching brooches. Then, plan your outfit so the colors will coordinate with your sparkly shoe decorations! For example, if you add matching bright red brooches to a pair of black flats, you might then choose a pair of black skinny jeans, and a black shirt with red details. You can add a brooch to almost any hat to give it a little extra style. Just push the pin through the hat material and fasten the hat securely. Use a pretty jeweled brooch to dress up a cozy knit hat during the winter. Add a whimsical brooch to the side of a bowler hat or a fedora for a look that's smart and playful. Add extra flair to a simple bag by pinning on a decorative brooch. Try pinning it where the strap is attached, to the center of the bag, or on the purse flap. Avoid using a brooch that's highly valuable. If you brush your bag against something, you could accidentally knock the brooch off or damage the clasp.
Summary:
Use a large brooch to secure the end of a scarf. Pin your brooch to a headband or ribbon to wear it in your hair. Make your brooch into a necklace to make it more versatile. Wear identical brooches on the tops of your shoes to add a unique twist. Add flair to your favorite hat with a unique brooch. Decorate a plain purse with a large brooch.