Problem: Article: Select 1/2 to 3/4 inch (1.25 to 1.9 cm) wide burlap ribbon. Cut seven pieces of ribbon, creating three pairs of ribbon in progressively smaller lengths. Two pieces should be 10 inches (25 cm) long, two should be 9 inches (23 cm) long, and two should be 8 inches (20 cm) long. The final piece should be 4 inches (10 cm) long and should not have its own match. Starting with one piece of burlap, fold the end of the strip so that it sits on top of the center of the piece. Fold the other end so that it overlaps the first at this center point. With each fold, the top side of the end should meet the top side of the center, creating a pointed loop. The finished appearance should look like a figure-8. Staple the center of the figure-8 to hold it together as you continue working. Repeat the folding and stapling process with the other 10 inch (25 cm) strip, both 9 inch (23 cm) strips, and both 8 inch (20 cm) strips. Do not, however, loop the final 4 inch (10 cm) strip yet. Create and "x" shape from the two largest loops by laying one on top of the other, angling them in perpendicular directions. Note that the narrow, pointed part of the loops should point downward when you stack them. Hold the two pieces together by placing a small dab of hot glue in between them. Stack the remaining four loop pairs on top of the bottom set, working with one size at a time. The loops of each evenly sized pair should form a perpendicular "x" shape with one another. As you stack the loops on top of one another, try to fill in the gaps left by the previous set. Once you determine the best placement for a loop, hold it in place using hot glue. Bring the ends of the 4 inch (10 cm) strip together, forming a single circular loop. Hold the ends together with a staple or a bead of hot glue. Place a bead of hot glue in the open center of your ribbon stack. Press the seam side of the final loop into the glue. Once the glue dries, fluff and readjust the secure loops as needed. Some of the outer loops should slightly overlap the center loop. The burlap bow should be complete. You can use it to decorate gifts and other packages.
Summary: Cut seven strips of burlap. Loop both ends and staple them in the center. Repeat with most of the remaining strips. Crisscross two loops. Stack the remaining loops in pairs. Loop the final strip into a circle. Adhere the final loop to the center. Use as desired.

Problem: Article: Girls like to talk, so if your girlfriend is calling or texting a lot less than she did in the beginning of the relationship then consider it a warning. If you are constantly the one making the calls or sending the texts first, it might mean she is beginning to lose interest in you. If your girlfriend is checking out or flirting with other guys in front of you, she is probably looking to get out of the relationship. If she talks about other guys more than she mentions other girls, or if she consistently compares you to other guys, it might be a sign that she's ready to end things. She could be friendly to everyone, but if it comes on suddenly, there are many examples of comments that should raise a flag: "That guy in my math class is so smart! I bet he would be a good tutor for me!" or "I met this guy at the gym yesterday and he was lifting 150 pounds! He could've lifted me!" "The new guy is kinda cute; I wonder where he's from." Girls will naturally get a little jealous if you flirt with or check out another girl in front of her. She may also get mad, and this could easily lead to unnecessary confrontation, or push her away. If your girlfriend doesn't care that you are flirting with the waitress on your date then you might want to reconsider your relationship. Try flirting with or being overly friendly to other girls on a date to see how your girlfriend reacts. Fights are bound to happen in all relationships, but if they start occurring more frequently, there might be a problem. If arguments over little things start to become big blow-outs every time, you should take some time to evaluate your relationship. She may be starting to lose interest in you romantically.
Summary: Take notice how often she calls or texts. Pay attention to how she talks to other guys. Listen to what she says about other guys. See if she gets jealous. Notice what kind of fights you have with her.

Problem: Article: Fill the bucket three quarters of the way full with warm water, then add half a cup of ammonia. The ammonia will help loosen stuck-on dirt and stains, allowing them to be scrubbed away with ease. Be sure to take the proper safety precautions when working with ammonia. Pull on a pair of rubber dish gloves and a facemask to protect you from harsh fumes. Use the brush head to stir the solution and soak the bristles in preparation for scrubbing. Shake off the excess solution into the bucket. Pick a brush with natural or synthetic bristles. Wire brushes can cause scratches when used on brick or leave behind small flakes of metal that will eventually rust. Ammonia gives off noxious vapors, so stand clear of the bucket while mixing and dipping. Run the brush across the surface of the wall using short, forceful motions to break down stubborn residue and discoloration. Make sure you scrub the entire wall to prevent any one section from come out with a different degree of coloration. Continue scrubbing until the wall is completely clean, adding fresh solution to the brush every so often. If you're having difficulty removing dirt, try scrubbing the spot from different angles. You'll need to apply quite a bit of pressure to penetrate into the cracks and crevices of the brick. Hose off the brick to rinse away all traces of the ammonia solution, along with whatever debris it helped dissolve. Let the wall drip dry. Try to get in the habit of scrubbing exterior walls with ammonia once or twice a year, or more frequently if you live in an area with a lot of dust or rainfall. If you have a power washer or a hose with a separate pressure nozzle, you can use it on a low pressure setting to knock out dirt that has settled down deep. Ammonia may damage the brick if left to soak into the wall.
Summary: Combine water and ammonia in a large bucket. Dip a long-handled brush in the ammonia solution. Scour the dirty areas of the wall. Spray the wall with clean water.

Problem: Article: You can lightly grease the pan with butter or cooking spray. You can also line it with parchment paper or foil, and then butter it. Sift the flour first to get rid of any lumps, then add the rest of the ingredients and mix them briskly with a fork. Once everything is evenly mixed together, set the bowl aside. Place the butter and sugar into an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Blend until the mixture is light and creamy. Keep mixing until the yolk breaks up and everything is evenly blended. There should be no streaks or swirls of egg yolk or egg white. Take the bowl out of the electric mixer, and fold the flour mixture in by hand using a spatula. Keep mixing until everything is evenly combined. Make sure that it is covering the entire pan, from edge to edge, in an even layer. Grease your hands with butter or cooking spray to prevent the dough from sticking to your fingers. While the crust cools, work on preparing your sauce and fruit topping.
Summary:
Preheat the oven to 350F (175C) and prepare a 12-inch (30.48 centimeters) pizza pan. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl. Cream the butter, sugar, and vanilla, then add the egg. Mix in the egg. Slowly fold in the flour mixture into the butter mixture. Pat the dough into the bottom of your prepared pan. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, then set aside to cool on a wire rack.