INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Typically, a set of inside-mount blinds should measure about 12 inch (1.3cm) less than the width of the window frame. Make sure you measure the inside of the frame, where the blinds actually fit, and not the entire window frame. Measure in at least three places -- the top, bottom, and middle of the window. Most windows are going to have regular, even spacing, but older houses may have some variability. If there is a change, use the smallest measurement taken. This small gap will keep your blinds from getting cut or stuck on the windowsill. Use the measurement found above and mark the headrail (the top of the blinds) at this length. You may either cut an even amount off of both sides or cut only from the pull cord side. If the chords are on one side, you can cut only from the other side. In many ways, only cutting one side is much easier. Simply start sawing to remove the headrail where you noted: Remove the metal end stiffener bracket from the side(s) you are cutting. Use the hacksaw or tin snips to cut the headrail per your measured mark. File any rough edges with a metal file. However, keep in mind that the headrail edges will be covered by the mounting brackets, so a rough cut will not be visible. Replace the metal end stiffener onto the newly cut headrail.

SUMMARY: Measure the width of the window to determine the necessary width of the blinds. Mark the smallest measurement, and cut to this. Subtract 1/4-inch from each side to ensure the blinds have room to move up and down. Measure the blinds from the head rail and use a pencil to mark your new desired length. Cut the blind headrail using a hacksaw or tin snips.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Invest in a pair of leather gardening gloves to prevent any thorns or sharp objects from cutting through them and stabbing your hands. Make sure the gloves fit your fingertips exactly and that they aren't too tight when you clench your fist. Avoid handling any of your plants without gardening gloves since the plants could have sap or chemicals that may irritate your skin. You can give your skin a little extra protection by applying a layer of petroleum jelly to your hands and putting on some latex or nitrile gloves. Then, put on your gardening gloves on top of those. Keep a few pairs of gardening gloves in your home so you have spares in case you accidentally rip or tear one. There are many types of gardening gloves that each have specialized purposes. For example, you may get pruning gloves to cover more skin and work with delicate plants. Look for shoes that are comfortable to wear, waterproof, and flexible so you can easily get to your plants. For the maximum amount of protection, wear rubber boots so water can't get inside and to keep your feet safe from any sharp tools you're using. If you want something more casual, wear rubber slip-on shoes for walking around your garden doing simple tasks, like pruning. Keep your gardening shoes clean after you're done working for the day so they don't get caked with dirt or mud. Avoid wearing slip-on shoes while watering or working with pesticides and fertilizers so you don't get wet or expose your skin to the chemicals. Poison ivy, oak, and sumac have chemicals on their leaves and sap that can cause itching or rashes when they come into contact with your skin. Take some time to familiarize yourself with what each plant looks like so you can identify them if they're in your area. When you find any, be careful not to touch them or only handle them if you're wearing gloves. Poison ivy has 3 leaves at the end of each of its reddish stems, and the vines may have a hairy appearance. Poison oak can grow as a shrub or a vine and has 3 dark green leaves at the end of each of its red stems. The leaves and stems have "hairs" on both sides, and they produce tan-colored berries. Poison sumac is a tree that has leaves that look like a feather, and the stems have a reddish color. The tree can grow up to 30 feet (9.1m) tall. If you ever puncture your gloves or break your skin by scratching it on a plant, take off your gloves and stop gardening immediately. Wash off the wound with warm, soapy water and apply an antibacterial cream or spray so it doesn't get infected. Wrap the wound in a bandage before continuing gardening so you don't expose it to any harmful materials. You can also keep antibacterial creams or sprays out with you while you're gardening to treat the wound right away. Wash the wound as soon as you're able to ensure it doesn't get infected. If you punctured through a pair of gloves, then use a different pair when you continue gardening so you don't reintroduce any bacteria. Once you finish gardening for the day, take a shower once to rinse off any chemicals or plant bacteria that you may have gotten on your skin while you were working. After that, put on a fresh change of clothes so you don't accidentally spread or expose yourself to irritants again. Oatmeal can soothe your skin to help relieve pain from rashes or itching. Fill a large mixing bowl with cup (25 g) of dry rolled oats and pour in 12 gallon (1.9L) of warm water. Put your hands or the affected area in the bowl and let them soak for 10-15 minutes to help reduce any itchiness and pain. When you're finished, rinse your hands and moisturize them with lotion so your hands don't dry out any more. If you want to do a full body soak, then add cup (50 g) of oats to a full bathtub instead.
Summary: Wear thick gardening gloves while handling plants. Put on sturdy shoes while you're working outside. Learn to identify poison ivy, oak, and sumac to prevent rashes and irritation. Clean any wounds immediately to prevent infection. Shower and change your clothes when you're finished gardening. Do an oatmeal soak to help alleviate any itching or rashes.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Don't get overwhelmed by a class presentation or a long paper. Remember that you don't have to finish a project in one sitting. List all the different steps you must complete to finish the project. Make a schedule that forces you to finish one small piece of the project per day. For a paper, you might read and summarize one source on day one; another source on day two, a third source on day three; synthesize their arguments on day four; outline your argument on day five; integrate quotations from your sources into your outline on day six; write your paper on days seven and eight; rest on day nine; and revise on day ten. If you want to stay motivated in school, you need something to look forward to. Bargain with yourself: if you study for two hours, you can watch your favorite TV show at 8:00. If you get an A on your paper, you'll take the whole weekend off and just relax. Remember that nobody can work all the time. Give yourself a little time off when you deserve it. If you don't meet your goals, keep yourself to your promise. If you goof off on social media for half of the two hours you were supposed to be studying, don't let yourself watch your favorite TV show! If you don't achieve the work goals you set for yourself, give yourself a punishment. You'll work harder during the week if slacking off means you can't go to the movies with your friends over the weekend. Spread the news: you're setting a high bar for yourself. Tell your friends, your parents, tell everyone you know that you plan on bringing your English grade up to a B by the end of the semester, or that you're going to ace the chemistry test. By telling others about your goals, you will work harder to avoid the embarrassment of failing to meet those goals. If you work your best and still fail to meet those goals, don't be discouraged. Redouble your efforts. With hard work and time, you'll meet your goals.

SUMMARY:
Break large tasks into smaller ones. Reward yourself. Create consequences for yourself. Be vocal about your goals.