Q: You will need 3-4 skeins of yarn for a lap blanket and 6-8 skeins for a larger throw blanket. Crochet hooks range in size from B to S, with S being the largest. The bigger the hook, the larger the stitch. The single crochet is the easier of the two, so beginners should learn the single crochet before attempting the double crochet. Slide a slipknot onto the crochet hook, wrap the yarn around the hook from the back to the front and draw a new loop through the knot. Start behind the hook and come over the hook and then draw it underneath. For a double crochet, insert the hook under the fourth loop from the hook. Yarn over the hook and pull it through the center of the chain. Then yarn over the hook and draw the yarn through the first two loops from the hook. Repeat for the last two loops on the hook. Work from left to right. You can switch colors whenever you get to the end of a row before flipping your work if you like. Incorporate any loose ends into the blanket with small stitches before trimming the ends.
A: Choose your yarn and crochet hook size. Decide whether you want to make a single crochet or a double crochet blanket. Make a foundation chain of stitches along your needle. To make a single crochet stitch, wrap the end of the yarn around the hook. At the end of the row, flip your work so that the last stitch made is now the first stitch to be worked for the next row. Continue this process until you have about a foot of yarn left. Cut the leftover yarn down to about six inches and thread it through your needle, pulling it through the last loop on your crochet hook.

Q: Go for solid prints and straight cuts. You can either wear wide T-shirts with your favorite band's logo or other print, or a collared button-up shirt with the sleeves rolled up. Whichever style of shirt you choose, try it on before you buy it to make sure it's comfortable. Choose shirts in neutral colors, like black, navy blue, brown, red, and green. Camo is also a great way to make yourself look tougher. You can also pair a neutral bottom with a colored top, or the other way around. Some tomboys prefer to shop in the boys' or men's section of the store, but you can wear women's clothes and still be a tomboy. Keep your clothes loose and sporty. Women's pants tend to have a curve at the hips and taper down towards the ankle to create a slimming shape. They can also be very tightly fitted and have "fake" pockets. Instead, go for "chinos" (trousers made of a material called "twill") or boot cut jeans with deep pockets. You can also wear loose sweatpants if you're feeling really casual. Roll up the cuffs of your pants to shorten them if they're too long and show off your cool shoes. It can also help your legs look stockier, if that's the look you're going for. When the weather warms up, wear board or cargo shorts. Don't be afraid of patterns and colors, but make sure they suit your personal style! Wear slip-on or lace-up sneakers, boots, or formal men's shoes instead. Solid colors or gender-neutral prints, such as a checkerboard pattern or stripes, will help make your look more masculine. Avoid stereotypically feminine features like flowers and glitter. You can also skip the socks if you want! TomboyToes.com makes formal and semi-formal men's shoes in smaller sizes, so check out their website if you prefer wingtips and boots. Cufflinks and ties are great ways to make your look more tomboyish if you like to wear button-up shirts. Get ones that represent your favorite TV shows, animals, or movies to add more of your personality to the look. Wear a beanie or dark, flat-brim hat to add a personal touch. You might want to cut your hair into a short, shaggy style or get a buzz cut. If you want to keep it longer, try wearing it in a simple ponytail or bun. Avoid elaborate hairstyles involving braids, decorative hair clips, and lots of hair products. Keep your look simple and straightforward, and always go to a professional stylist for major hair changes. It's okay to put on a little concealer to cover blemishes or fill in your eyebrows if they're patchy, but the tomboy look is all about natural simplicity. Go to the makeup counter at the store and ask for help with matching your makeup to your skin tone or hair color.
A: Wear loose-fitting shirts. Look for pants with pockets, a straight cut on the legs, and belt loops. Skip the ballet flats, strappy sandals, and high heels. Accessorize with cufflinks, neckties, and hats. Wear a simple hairstyle. Avoid wearing lots of makeup or nail polish.

Q: The OXO Good Grips Smooth Edge Can Opener allows you to easily open cans without creating a sharp, jagged edge. There are two handles on this deviceone that moves and one that stays stationary. When you are ready to open a can, grip the stationary handle with your hand. With the other hand, pull the moving handle away from the stationary handle to open it. The handles are made of a soft material that allows you to easily grip the device. Look at the top of the can opener for a curved section. This section is designed to align easily with the curve of a can. Place the curve of the opener along the top of the can. After you have aligned the top of the can with the curve of the can opener, maintain your grip on both handles. Close the moving handle toward the stationary handle to lock it into place. Now that the opener has locked onto the can, you can begin to open it by turning the can opener knob clockwise. Keep a steady grip on the handles with one hand and turn the knob with your other hand. The can will twist around as you rotate the knob. Continue to turn the knob until the can has completely rotated and you feel little resistance. Unlike traditional can openers, this can opener punctures the side of the can instead of the top. This helps create smooth edges on both the lid and the can. When the can has completed a rotation and you have felt a reduction in resistance, it is ready to be opened. To unlock the can opener from the can, turn the knob counterclockwise once. This will open the moving handle and release the lid from the opener's grasp. Along the top of the curve of the can opener, you will notice a set of built-in pliers. Wedge the lip of the can's lid between the small space between the pliers. Once in place, gently pull the can opener in an upward motion to lift the lid. This helps keep the can opener clean and avoids contaminating the food inside. You can use the lid to reseal the can if you have not used all of its contents. Align the lid on the top of the can and gently press your fingertips along the can's edges to seal the lid into place.
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Open the can opener handle. Align the can with the top of the opener. Close the handle. Turn the knob clockwise. Release the lid by turning the knob counterclockwise. Use the pliers to remove the lid. Seal the can with the lid.