In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Depending on breed, or the purpose for clipping, you will have different goals and need different tools for grooming your dog. Make these decisions before beginning the clipping process. If your shortening your dog's fur for summer, you may feel the need to shave him completely. However, this is not recommended as his long coat actually helps regulate his temperature. It provided insulation, which cools your dog in the summer, and can also prevent sunburn and other skin damage. It's best to trim down your dog's hair, focusing especially on long hair on his legs and snipping any mats from his coat. Making your dog "show-ready" can be complicated, and difficult to achieve without professional training. If you're going at it on your own, and do not have a background in dog grooming and showing, it's best just to strive to make your dog look less shaggy and remove any troublesome mats or tangles. A variety of clippers and shears are available for dog-grooming, and the options can initially be overwhelming. However, some diligence, patience, and research are all you need to make the right decision for your dog. Understand the difference between scissors and clippers. Clippers are operated electronically and can be outfitted with a selection of blades to fit your dog's needs. They are also easier to use for DIY grooming, as they're easier to handle and remove hair quicker and neater than scissors. Scissors, or grooming shears, are non-electronic and look much like a conventional pair of sewing or craft scissors. They are recommended for trimming around delicate areas, like your dog's eyes and muzzle. Choose a brand of clippers specifically designed for your dog's breed, or the closest approximation of your dog's breed. This should be listed on the label, and you can also ask an employee at your local pet store if you are unsure. Select your blade number depending on how long you want to leave your dog's coat. The lower the blade number, the longer the dog's hair will be. A #5 blade leaves a hair length of 1/4, while a #30 blade leaves a hair length of 1/100. The most commonly used blade is a #10, as this works well for body trimming of most breeds, but might not be the best choice for long-haired dogs if you wan to leave them some fur. A #5 or #7 blade might be a better choice. The speeds can be an important consideration when you're picking out your clippers. For the most part, they come in two different varieties: single-speed and two-speed. The single speed clippers will be lighter and easier to use for extended periods, two-speeds will be more versatile and better for dogs with exceptionally thick hair. Using your scissors, as the feet are a sensitive area, remove any unwanted fur from your dog's feet and tail. With long-haired breeds, hair around the feet and pads need trimming. The hair here can get long and cause the dog to lose traction and slip on certain surfaces like hardwood floors. Clip around the tail. Long feathers on the tail should be shortened, as these can become tangled with fecal matter and other debris. When you finish grooming your dog's body, still using your scissors over your clippers, move to the head and muzzle. Be wary of any movements of your dog's ears, eyelashes, and muzzle. Place the clippers flat against the dog's head, with the blade spokes facing to the rear. Clip backwards, to push unwanted hair away from the dog's eyes. Trim the muzzle. Begin at the bridge of the nose and move downward towards the dog's eyes. Then, gently wrap your hand around your dog's muzzle and point it towards the ceiling. Trim down the throat to remove unwanted hairs from the muzzle. You can now begin the process of trimming down your dog's hair with your clippers, providing a smooth and even look for your pet. Start at the back of the neck. Do not push the clippers too fast, as to avoid leaving lines, and go with the growth of the hair. This makes the hair look smooth and natural. Hold your dog gently to prevent movement, as wiggling and resisting can cause uneven lines and hairs. Groom one side of the body, starting from the back of the neck, moving to the whole side, and finishing on the back of the leg. Turn the dog around and repeat this process on the other side. Groom the front legs and then move onto the belly. The belly requires extra clean shaving, as it's prone to trapping dirt and debris and is not at a high risk of sunburn. Go against the growth of the hair on the belly for a finer shave. Once your dog is clipped and bathed, you can make him show ready by brushing and fluffing his hair. Use a soft bristle brush and brush your dog from the bottom up, lifting the roots and giving him the full effect of his long hair. After brushing his hair in the wrong direction, start at the feet and brush to direct the hair back down. Continue brushing until your dog is fluffy and tangle free.
Summary: Decide how you want your dog to be clipped. Choose your clippers and shears. Clip your dogs feet and tail. Trim fur from the head and muzzle. Use your clippers to trim your dog's chest, sides, and legs. Fluff your dog's hair.

Problem: Article: You will use cardboard to trace your patterns on your leather. Take a small piece of cardboard, such as cardboard from a shoebox, and draw a circle shape on the cardboard in pen. In order to make sure your circle shape is perfectly round, try tracing around a circle-shaped object such as a bottle cap. After drawing your circle, carefully cut out the circle using a pair of scissors. Go slowly so your circle stays even. On the back side of the leather, use a fabric pen to trace around your cardboard circle. Trace the circle twice, as these shapes will be your earrings. When selecting your leather, choose a color or pattern you like. If you want earrings for a red outfit, for example, use red leather. Use fabric scissors to carefully cut around each circle. Go slowly. You do not want to cut uneven circles for your earrings. This will make your final product look sloppy. Take a small hole puncher. Use it to punch two holes in either earring, near the top of your circles. This is so the circles will dangle downward when you put the hoops in. Use the smallest hole puncher possible. It's not necessary to have very large holes in your earrings. You can buy earring hooks at most craft stores. You will have to use pliers or your fingers to gently twist open the loop at the end of the hook. Fit the hook through the holes you made in each earring. Once you've fitted the loop through the hook, use your pliers or fingers to close the hook again. Make sure you close the hook completely. You don't want your earrings to slip off and get lost.
Summary:
Cut a circle shape out of cardboard. Trace the shape onto the back of your leather. Cut out your circles. Use a hole puncher to create a hole. Fit an earring hook through your hole.