Problem: Article: Too big of a box will cause your fragile items to shift around and possibly break. It is better to pack these items in a smaller box. If you're hiring movers, ask them if they have specialty boxes for fragile items. These boxes might include cardboard separators for glasses or boxes shaped for frames. This will provide some cushioning for your precious belongings. You can buy these supplies at a post office, office supply store, or hardware store. Cover the bottom entirely in a single layer of padding. Bubble wrap is better for thin, delicate objects like plates, china, or lamps. Packing paper is better for slightly sturdier objects like picture frames or lamp shades. Wrap each item completely, taping down the edges with masking tape. For glasses, mugs, and vases, stuff a wad of crumbled paper inside. Do not use clothing or towels to stuff boxes with fragile items. These are not secure enough to prevent breakage. Be careful with stacking fragile items. Try to avoid putting items on top of each other. If you have to stack, put heavier items on the bottom. Slide plates and picture frames in vertically. Do not lay them flat. Keep lamps and lamp shades in separate boxes. Place glasses and cups upside down in the box. Make sure there is a thin layer of padding between each object. Stuff extra padding into any empty spaces afterwards. Put an additional layer of packing peanuts or crumpled paper on top. Use as much as packing material as you need to fill in all of the empty spaces. You do not want fragile items shifting around in the box. The box should be full but not bulging at the edges. Don't overstuff boxes with fragile items. When you are done packing each box, close the top. Seal the top and the bottom along the openings and seams with packing tape. Use a broad, dark marker to write this in large letters. Draw arrows onto the box to mark which side is up. Label it on all sides. When packing the truck, make sure that heavier objects are not placed on top of this box. Don't forget to label what is inside of the box. For example, you might write "FRAGILE: plates" or "FRAGILE--lamp."
Summary: Choose a box that holds 10 pounds (4.5kg) or less. Line the bottom of the box with crumpled packing paper or packing peanuts. Wrap each item individually in bubble wrap or packing paper. Pack each item in the box according to its shape and size. Add more packing peanuts, paper, or bubble wrap to fill in empty spaces. Tape the box closed before it is too full. Write fragile on all 4 sides of the box.

Problem: Article: You will need 1 hook for each side of your window frame, and another for the middle. If your window is narrow, then you might be able to get away with just 2 Command hooks. If you can't find any curtain rod Command hooks, purchase the largest size that you can find with the highest weight limit. The combined weight of the curtain and rod must not exceed the weight value of ONE hook, regardless of how many hooks are used. Make sure that the hook part is big enough for the rod. You don't need to wipe down the entire wall, just a rectangle that spans 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15cm) above the frame, and 3 to 6 inches (7.6 to 15.2cm) to either side of it. Use a soft cloth or paper towel soaked in rubbing alcohol to do this. Do not use other types of cleaners, as they may contain oils, which can prevent the hooks from adhering to the wall. Rubbing alcohol will remove paint if rubbed too hard, wipe gently. Place the Command hook against the wall where you want it to go, then trace the top, bottom, and side edges with a pencil. Place all of the hooks 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15cm) above the frame. Keep 2 hooks 3 to 6 inches (7.6 to 15.2cm) outside the frame, and 1 hook in the middle to ensure central loading of the weight. Place your Command hook against the wall where you made the pencil marks. If the top of the hook is in the way and bumping up against the ceiling, crown, or molding, cut it down with a saw, dremel, or bolt cutters. Sand down any jagged edges with fine-grit sandpaper or a metal file. Don't cut the actual hook part. Only cut the rectangular or oval shape that the hook is attached to.
Summary: Buy 2 to 3 curtain rod Command hooks that match your curtain rod.They come in metallic finishes, you can find them in stores alongside other Command hooks. Wipe gently the wall above the window frame with rubbing alcohol, do not rub. Mark on the wall with a pencil where you want to place the Command hooks. Trim the top of the hooks down if they are too long.

Problem: Article: Fill your bottle (or bottles) with water nearly to the top, then pour it into a measuring cup. Write down the number of milliliters the bottle holds. Multiply this number by 20 to get an estimate of the number of drops that fit in the bottle. If you don't have a milliliter measure, 1 US fluid ounce is close to 30 mL. For example, if you plan to make a large batch of 50 mL, your bottle holds 50 mL x 20 drops/mL = 1,000 drops. Adults who plan to use the body oil across a large area of their body should dilute the essential oil to 1%. If you plan to use it as a perfume or for a small area, you can safely try 3 or 5%. For a 1% dilution, multiply the number of drops your bottle holds by 0.01. For example, if you have a 1,000-drop bottle and plan to dilute to 1%, you'll need 1000 x 0.01 = 10 total drops of essential oil. Expensive essential oils are often sold in diluted form to make them affordable. If the label says it's already 5% diluted, multiply the number of drops by 20 (since 100% 5% = 20). As a starting point, try 2 parts base note, 1 part middle note, and 2 parts top note. If you're not sure how to calculate that in terms of drops, follow this example: This ratio uses 5 "parts" total (2 + 1 + 2). There are 10 total drops of essential oil, so to divide it into five parts calculate 10 5 = 2 drops per part. 2 parts base note x 2 drops/part = 4 drops base note. 1 part middle note x 2 drops/part = 2 drops middle note. 2 parts top note x 2 drops/part = 4 drops top note. Sometimes the math doesn't work out neatly, and you can't get a perfect ratio. Just get as close as you can. This isn't the only recipe you can use. If you want your middle note to be the centerpiece, you can go as high as a 1:3:1 ratio. Count out the drops of each essential oil according to the calculations you just did. Add these all to a glass bottle, and swirl it around so they mix together. Since all that math was based on the size of the bottle, you don't need to count out the drops. Just fill the bottle up with carrier oil as full as you can. Close the lid tightly and shake for a minute or two to make sure the oils are spread evenly throughout. If you planned to fill multiple bottles, fill them all with carrier oil and pour them into one larger bottle. Shake to combine, then distribute it among each of the smaller bottles. At this stage you can smell the oil and mix in another drop or two of essential oil to change the characteristics. Remember that adding too much can increase the concentration to levels that irritate the skin. Seal the bottle tightly and place it in a box or on a shelf away from direct sunlight. Essential oils can last up to 2 years, but some citrus essential oils and many carrier oils have a shorter shelf life. To maximize the shelf life, transfer the oil into smaller bottles as you use it so there is never much air trapped in the bottle. Keep it out of reach of children. Discard the oil if it smells very different than it did fresh, if it thickens, or if it turns cloudy. Refrigerating the oil can help, but it's usually not necessary, and many carrier oils solidify in the fridge. If you do store it here, let the oil warm up to room temperature before using.
Summary:
Measure the size of your bottle. Calculate the total amount of essential oil you'll need. Find the ratio of your three essential oils. Swirl together your essential oils. Fill the bottle with carrier oil. Store the bottle in a cool, dark place.