Article: Yarn is made up of strands, which are twisted together to form plies. Working with plied yarn is especially helpful when you're working on cable and stitch patterns. If you're looking to make your stitches stand out, use a smooth, plied yarn in a solid color. The thickness of yarn is determined not by how many plies you have, but how thick the individual plies are. For example, a 4-ply yarn can be thinner than a 1-ply yarn, provided the plies in the 1-ply yarn are finer than in the 4-ply. If you're working with a wide yarn, choose a simple pattern. Working with colored yarn can be counterintuitive: the more colorful your yarn, the simpler your stitching should be. Bright or novelty colors can distract or hide complicated work, so consider this when you're picking a colored yarn to work with your pattern. Choose a plain, solid yarn to make the texture and shape of your project pop. If you're working with Fair Isle patterns, choose smooth plied yarns in contrasting colors so your patterns will show up. Consider using hand painted yarn for a subtle watercolor technique. If you're a beginner, steer clear of novelty yarns. The yarn is harder to see and it makes fixing mistakes or ripping out stitches much more difficult. Certain yarns lack elasticity, which might not work with the pattern you're hoping to use. Either pick a pattern that hangs straight, or ask a specialty store employee for elastic thread to help edge your pattern. Cotton and silk yarns both have very low elasticity. Animal fibers are warm and lightweight and ideal for making cold weather accessories. Plant based fibers are strong, durable and moisture wicking, making them ideal for spring and summer clothing. Cashmere is lightweight and durable, but more expensive. It is ideal for making scarves, shawls and sweaters.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Choose your yarn based on plies. Choose based on color. Choose based on fiber content.
Article: Once the tension of the fight has faded, you might want to pull your parents aside to talk. You might do this the same day, or you might wait until the next day. Before talking to your parents, you might want to think about whether or not it's a topic you really want to talk to them about. Consider what the fight was about, and whether or not it's something your parents would normally talk about in front of you. You can talk to your parents about how you feel about them fighting in front of you without talking about the topic. Say, "How you and dad were talking earlier really upset me. It upsets me when you guys yell." Ask yourself, "What do I want to come from this discussion?" Let that be your guide. If you are afraid to talk to your parents or their fights are abusive, talk to another trusted adult, such as a relative, religious leader, mentor, teacher, coach, or counselor. Choose whether you want to talk to one or both parents about how you're feeling. It may help to discuss it with whomever you feel most comfortable talking to. For example, if, in the past, you have found that your dad was open to listening, you might try to talk to him first. Be straightforward with your parents about how the fighting affects you. Describe everything, from what you are thinking to what happens in your body. Doing this will help your parents understand how worried you are and hopefully will motivate them to make some changes. For instance, you might say, "Every time I hear you guys arguing, my stomach gets tied up in knots and my heart starts pounding. I'm worried you're going to get a divorce." It may rattle you to hear your parents argue, but it's perfectly normal for couples to disagree sometimes. If your parents' arguing is not an ongoing thing and there isn't any hitting or pushing, you probably have nothing to worry about. If you think your parents have a situation that is abnormal, look for signs that the fighting has become threatening, such as: Destruction of property Talking about suicide or making threats Verbal threats Name calling and other verbal abuse Physical abuse, such as hitting or pushing
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Wait until they are calm. Decide who to talk to. Let them know how the fighting makes you feel. Recognize that some disagreement is normal in relationships.
Article: Making a sound on a trumpet requires more than just blowing air into it. Use the proper lip technique for the best tone. Start by saying the letter M, and holding your lips together right when they touch each other. Then tighten the corners of your mouth. This is the starting mouth position for trumpet playing. Don't pucker your lips. Keep your mouth straight across. Keep your jaw loose and don't clench your teeth. This buzzing produces the trumpet sound. Use your diaphragm and push air through your lips while keeping them clenched. Produce a buzzing sound as your lips vibrate. Imagine the noise you'd make if you were imitating a mosquito buzzing. This is the sound you want. Don't change your lip position like you would when you blow air out. Keep your lips together so they vibrate and buzz. Avoid puffing out your cheeks. Lick your lips first if you're having trouble getting this sound. It won't work as well with dry lips. When you've gotten comfortable buzzing your lips, get a feel for blowing into the trumpet mouthpiece. Take the mouthpiece and press it against your lips gently. Maintain the same mouth position as before. Then buzz your lips into the mouthpiece. The mouthpiece won't produce much sound by itself, so don't worry if notes don't sound good yet. The mouthpiece detaches easily. Just twist it loose a bit while pulling gently and it will come right out. Do the same to put it back in. Don't hit it in or it may get stuck.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Press your lips together and keep the corners of your mouth tight. Push air through your lips to make a buzzing sound. Blow into the mouthpiece when it's not in the trumpet.