Q: The best place to find wooden pallets for free is at independent nurseries and hardware stores, since they are less likely to have someone who comes and picks up their pallets. Therefore, they'll usually give them to you for free. You can also check out local construction sites. Always ask before removing a pallet. If it has spills on it, they could be hazardous. Therefore, choose one that looks relatively clean. Plus, clean ones will make a better finished product. The slates should be far enough apart that your shoes can slip through the slats but close enough together that it holds the shoes up. Be sure to wear gloves when picking up your pallet. It will have splinters. Some pallets are stamped with codes that describe how they were treated before use. One without codes is generally safe to use. However, if it has the codes EUR or MB or if the wood is colored, don't use it. If it has the codes DB, HT, or EPAL, it's generally acceptable to use. Most pallets are left untreated, which can mean splinters and uneven wood. Take the time to sand the wood. Use an 80 grit sandpaper. You can use a power sander to help get the job done. If desired, you can move up to finer sandpaper for a smoother finish. Some people recommend planning the surface if you prefer a new-wood look. You can use a standard brush-on stain, but if you want something quick, try spraying on a stain instead of brushing it on. When brushing on stain, apply it in long, even strokes with a wide brush. Use an ample amount, and then wipe away any excess once the stain has absorbed. When spraying on a stain, apply it in even coats. Read the directions to find out how far away you should hold the can from the project when spraying. Use light coats, and wait for each coat to at least partially dry before applying the next one. The finish will protect the wood. If you want the natural look of the wood to shine through, try a beeswax finish. Apply the finish in thin coats, waiting between coats. Once a coat is applied, run the brush over the whole length at a 45 degree angle to smooth it out. Let the pallet dry. You can put this in your closet or in your room. The beams should run parallel to the floor. Place all the fancier shoes on one level. Insert them between the slats. The top slat on each level should provide enough support to hold them up with the ends sticking out. Place the sneakers on the next level, the casual shoes on one level, and so on.
A: Find a wooden pallet. Pick a clean pallet. Pick one that will hold your shoes. Look for how the pallet was treated. Sand the pallet. Apply a stain. Apply a finish. Prop the shoe rack up on a wall. Divide your shoes by style.

Q: If the hat is too small, cut around the inside rim to make it bigger. If the hat is too big, cut the brim apart in the back. Overlap the 2 ends until the hat fits, then glue, tape, or staple them together.
A: Wear the hat.

Q: Brew coffee in a coffee maker or tea in a large mug. You can also brew loose-leaf tea or tea bags for 10 minutes. If you are using loose-leaf tea, be sure to strain it through a fine, mesh sieve lined with muslin cloth. Black tea is the most common, but you can experiment with different types of tea as well, such as hibiscus. The coffee can be hot or cold. The tray needs to be big enough to fit your paper. You can also use a baking dish or a rimmed baking sheet instead. Press it down under the liquid with your hands. Tap it gently to get rid of air bubbles. The longer you let the paper soak, the darker the color will be. Hold it over the tray so that the excess liquid can drip back. Do not wring the paper. You can crumple it later to create an aged effect. Set the paper down on a stack of paper towels. Place another paper towel on top of it, and pat it gently to soak up any excess liquid. Keep patting the paper with clean paper towels until most of the liquid had been absorbed and the paper is damp. You can dry the paper with a heat gun, a hair dryer, or an oven. The heat gun/hair dryer will give you a smoother finish. Begin by setting the paper down onto a baking sheet, then do one of the following: Blow dry the paper with a heat gun or hair dryer. Alternate between blotting the paper with a paper towel and flipping it over. Wipe the baking sheet down if it gets wet. Dry the paper in the oven at 200F (94C) for 5 to 10 minutes. Create an aged effect by crumpling the paper halfway through the drying process. Flatten the paper out, then dry it the rest of the way.
A: Brew some strong coffee or tea. Pour the coffee or tea into a large tray. Set the paper into the tray. Allow the paper to soak for 5 to 10 minutes. Lift the paper out. Blot the paper. Dry the paper. Finished.

Q: It works better to put two or more lures in the hole instead of just one. You need something, though, that will draw the coyote to the trap. Tainted meat bait is a popular choice (beaver, bobcat, cattle or skunk). But these choices might not work well in hot weather. Commercial lures may be less messy than meat bait. Commercial lures contain odors that coyotes like, such as beaver castor or tonquin musk. Some also contain skunk essence because this is known to attract coyotes. Coyote trappers often have their own recipes. One homemade lure uses rotten eggs by breaking four dozen eggs into a gallon jar. Stir them, and let it set for a couple of months. You could also put a ball of sheep wool in the hole, and pour lures on it. Coyote gland lure, red fox urine or coyote urine in addition to coyote droppings can also be used. Some traps are lethal traps. They work by putting a rope around the animal's head. But in other cases the coyote may be trapped live. Seek a professional's help in removing the coyote from the trap. Trapped coyotes are very dangerous. Many jurisdictions will require that the coyote be euthanized after trapping. Others may offer places it can be taken to. Contact your local governmental wildlife or conservation department. Wear thick clothing and protective gloves when dealing with a coyote. Be aware that coyotes can carry rabies and other diseases. You can clean a coyote trap with a high-pressure hose at a car wash. You will want to clean the trap before using it again after you catch a coyote (or any other animal). Another possibility is to use hot soapy water. Soak the trap in it. Then scrub the trap with a stiff brush. Rinse the trap in clean water. Hang it outside to let it dry. You don't need to dye or wax the trap unless it's used in the winter and gets salt on it. Log wood crystals are commercial dyes used on traps to help prevent rusting. Put the dye in a large water container. Heat it until it boils. Add the traps to the boiling water until they turn brown or black.
A:
Add bait, lure or scent. Remove the coyote from the trap. Clean the trap.