INPUT ARTICLE: Article: You can cut them as long as you'd like, but bear in mind that with thick craft lace about 3 feet (1 m) of craft lace will yield about 3 inches (7.6 cm) of lanyard. Thinner gimp and boondoggle laces will yield more length in the final product. Using two different colors will be easier at first while you're learning the crown sinnet method. Lay the two centers over each other on the top of your working station, arranging the strands in a plus sign.

SUMMARY: Cut two equal lengths of material. Overlay the two strand centers.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: The best way to become paler is also the most intuitive: limiting your time in the sun to protect your skin and avoid tanning. Instead of all together avoiding going outside on sunny days, instead try to spend your time in the shade, or else wear protective clothing like sunglasses and a sunhat if you are going to be in direct sunlight. Don't completely avoid the sun. Sunlight is a vital source of Vitamin D, which has numerous and invaluable health benefits. A good 10-20 minutes in the sun (wearing sunblock) is enough to get your daily dose of Vitamin D. In addition to avoiding direct sunlight, wearing sunscreen is also an essential part of protecting your skin from the sun. Wear at least SPF 30, preferably a formula that contain zinc and titanium dioxide, which directly block both UVA and UVB rays and begin working as soon as you put them on your skin. Since sunscreen is white, it may also you're your skin look paler, even when it is completely rubbed in. Wear sunblock every day on your face and any other parts of your body that will be exposed to the sun. Use water-resistant sunblock if you are going to be swimming. While you are in direct sunlight, reapply sunblock every two hours. To apply sunblock, use at least a quarter-sized amount on your face and any other exposed parts of your body. Rub the sunblock fully into your skin to ensure that it will work properly. Another important way to promote pale and luminous skin is to wash your face in the morning and before bed. Washing your face properly and consistently removes oil and dirt from the surface of your skin, making your complexion lighter and more radiant. Try to use a face wash with lemon or Aloe Vera extract, which both have deep cleansing properties. Once a week, use an exfoliating face wash along with a textured cloth or a loofa. Gently scrub your skin in circular motions to remove excess dead and dry skin cells from the surface of your skin. Don't exfoliate more than once a week, as it can be harsh on your skin to over-exfoliate. Moisturize your face every time after washing it, making sure to use a sheer moisturizer rather than a tinted moisturizer. Apply sunblock after using moisturizer, or use a moisturizing sunblock that is at least SPF 30. Not only does smoking have a negative effect on your health, it can also dramatically alter the appearance of your skin. Smoking can cause premature aging of the skin, as well as breakouts and sallowness from a loss of natural "glow." If you are a regular smoker, consider cutting back or quitting entirely. Quitting smoking is not easy, but it is doable. It will require lots of time, commitment, and patience.
Summary: Limit your time in the sun. Wear sunscreen every day. Wash and exfoliate your skin regularly. Don't smoke cigarettes.

If your favorite color is blue, dye your hair a unique shade of blue that stands out to you and complements your skin tone. If you wear the same color of clothing on most days and you want to try out a monochromatic look, dye your hair to match your clothes. For example, if you wear lots of green, choose a shade of green to complement your wardrobe. If you are loud and bold, you could go with an eye-catching color such as red, orange, aqua, yellow, or neon green. If you are creative and artistic, you might try green, orange, blue, purple, or even a rainbow look. If you prefer something more understated, try a muted color like light pink, dark blue, or royal purple. Summer is the brightest season and many people tend to go for warm colors like orange, red, and yellow. However, cooler shades of blue and green can also work great for summer! If you're a student, summer may be a great time to experiment with bold color. Consider fun, summery colors like: Red Pink Bright blue Magenta Bright green As summer transitions into autumn, muted warm colors and cool jewel colors start turning up in nature and in fashion. If you want to celebrate the fall season, consider hair colors like: Rust or copper Teal Salmon Brick red Royal purple If you love cold weather and snow on the ground, consider reflecting that in your hair color. Any pastel color or "icy" color can work wonderfully as a winter shade! You might consider cool colors like: Slate blue Silver or gray Mauve Lavender Burgundy If spring is in the air, you might want to follow suit with a unique hair color to celebrate the end of winter. Spring colors are typically bright, natural colors or pastel colors, similar to an Easter palette. You might consider colors like: Coral Turquoise Peach Cobalt Blue Lavender As you consider possible colors for your hair, always come back to your eye color and skin tone. You may love the idea of burgundy hair for the fall, but will it work for you? Will that shade of teal you're considering work well with your warm undertones? Does the blue complement your blue green eyes? Don't forgetyou can always test-drive a hair color with a hair color app to make sure you like the way it looks before making a commitment!
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One-sentence summary -- Choose a flattering shade of your favorite color. Go with a color that reflects your unique personality. Dye your hair a bright, fun color for the summer. Choose muted warm colors or cool jewel tones to reflect autumn. Choose a cool, icy shade for the winter season. Dye your hair a cheerful or pastel color in the spring. Keep your eye color and skin tone in mind as you weigh your options.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Red onions go great for this recipe; with their distinctive taste and deep red color, they actually turn pink after a couple days in the refrigerator. You can slice the onions to the thickness you prefer however thick, they'll still take the pickling solution. Some people prefer to cut the onions in a full moon, which makes them easy to grab with a fork; others prefer them smaller, cut them into half moons. Heat enough water to completely submerge the sliced onion. Throw the cloves, cinnamon, chili, and thyme into a pot and toast them over medium-low heat until they become aromatic, about 3 - 5 minutes. Count to 10, and then strain the water and onions through a sieve. Why parboil the onions? Parboiling removes a little bit of the acid zing from raw onions. You don't have to parboil if you like the zing of raw onions, but a slightly mellower onion makes the pickling juice really stand out. You can let the onions rest there or remove them after 10 seconds. Onions which are left in the ice bath will continue to mellow while the sulfur compounds (the onion's natural defense) diffuse into the water. Once onions are done, drain them completely and place them into a container. Turn on the burner to medium high and bring the pickling juice to a simmer, dissolving the sugar completely. Simmer for an additional minute. Seal the container and place into refrigerator. The pickled onions will be ready to try in as little as one hour, but are best after at least one day. Store pickled onions in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Red onions which are pickled will turn slightly pink as they age. Try your pickles on homemade tacos, sandwiches with richer cuts of meat (like pork), or a hearty stew.

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Halve, peel, and slice the onion. Heat some water over the stove or in a kettle. While the water begins to boil, toast the spices in a small pot. When the water is just about to boil, remove it from the heat and add the onions to the water. Transfer the onions from the sieve to the ice bath to stop them from cooking. Add the vinegar, lime juice, and 1/4 cup of sugar to the toasted spices. Remove the pickling juice from heat and pour into container with onions. Enjoy.