Write an article based on this "Obtain a trap. Place the trap in a good location. Set up the trap. Test the trap. Check the trap."
article: Traps come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and configurations. A store that sells hunting equipment will likely have traps available for purchase. If you do not want to purchase a trap, consider calling your local animal shelter or animal control center to inquire about renting or borrowing a trap. When asking someone for help to obtain a trap, provide as much information as you can about the dog. This will help you select the appropriate trap size and configuration. The trap should be in an area where the stray dog frequents. Ideally, this area should be where the stray dog would be comfortable approaching without feeling threatened. In addition, you should place the trap where you could monitor to it without trespassing on personal property or being otherwise obtrusive. Set the trap on a firm, flat surface. It is important for the trap to be inviting to the stray dog. If he does not feel comfortable around it, he may approach it but not walk in it. For example, cover the trap with blanketsthis will help him feel safer when he steps inside of it. Also, place several layers of blankets on the bottom floor of the trap for increased comfort. If you set the trap directly on grass, place a sturdy waterproof barrier under the trap to keep water from getting in and soaking the blankets. A dog-catching expert could advise you on what type of barrier would be best. Place tasty food in the trap. Examples of good food include pizza, hot dogs, and various meats (e.g., boneless chicken, beef, liver). Hide the trap mechanism with blankets. The trap mechanism is like a hill. If the stray dog sees it, he will not step on it. With enough blanket cover, he would step on the mechanism and not even realize it, thus securely trapping him within. Clear away any objects (e.g., rocks, pinecones, leaves) from the trap entrance that could prevent the door from closing. Set the trap out when the stray dog is most likely to start roaming: dusk, dawn, or midnight. Be sure the trap closes properly before leaving it for the stray dog. To test the trap, use your hands to apply pressure to the trap mechanism. If you have a dog that is a similar size as the stray, have him walk into the trap. If you think the stray dog is too small to set off the trap mechanism, place an extra weight (e.g., rock, brick) on the side of the mechanism. Check the trap the day after you have set it up for the stray dog. If you see him in it, contact your veterinarian, a local animal shelter, or your local animal control center for further instruction. If you are able, transport the stray (still within the trap) to your veterinarian, shelter, or animal control. If the stray is not in the trap when you check it, prepare the trap again for another day. Keeping your eye on it will be important to keep other animals from going inside the trap. If other animals are in there, the stray dog will likely not go near it.

Write an article based on this "Use oil paints made from iron oxides for earth tones. Choose paints made with lead and cobalt for other hues. Look for paints made with linseed oil. Seal the canvas with glue chalk gesso. Combine linseed oil with the paint on your palette. Mix your paint with a solvent like turpentine or Liquin."
article: Certain minerals used in oil paints dry faster than others. If you need to complete a painting in a short time frame, try using earth tones. Many earth colors use paints made from iron oxides, which can dry up to several days faster than other pigments. Avoid using pigments like ivory black and cadmium, which tend to dry very slowly. Pigments made from lead and cobalt are known to dry quickly. Using colors made from these metals can help speed the drying time of your painting. The drying time of oil paints can vary based on the oil which was used. Linseed oil dries faster than walnut oil, which itself dries faster than poppy oil. Paints made from linseed oil can speed your painting's drying time significantly, and they're easily found at most art supply stores. Gesso is a primer that is applied to the canvas first to seal the canvas and prolong the life of the painting. Glue chalk gesso is good for oil paintings because it will absorb some of the oil from the base layers, helping the painting to dry faster. Dip a primer or sponge brush into the gesso and apply it to the canvas in a thin layer. Allow it to dry thoroughly before moving on to oil paint. Since linseed oil dries faster than other kinds of oil, mixing a little extra linseed oil with the paint on your palette can help speed the drying time of your painting. There are a number of products available which are designed to thin oil paint and help it to dry faster. Turpentine is the most traditional drying medium, but alkyd mediums such as Liquin are also popular. Different solvents may produce slightly different textures to your paint, so experiment to see which one you prefer. Solvents can be hazardous, so be sure to follow any label instructions and handle these products with care.

Write an article based on this "Get a patch that matches the fabric. Snip away any frayed edges. Cut the patch as needed. Turn the item inside out. Pin the patch in place. Thread your sewing machine Sew around the edges of the patch to secure it."
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It is important to make sure that your patch matches the fabric in your item. Otherwise, it will stand out from the rest of the material. Look for a patch that matches the fabric of your item as closely as possible. If you do not want to buy a patch, then you can also use a scrap of fabric. Visit a local craft store to find fabric that matches your item, or visit a thrift shop and find something that you can cut up. You can even cut a scrap of fabric off of an old item that you no longer need or want. Frayed edges will get in the way when you are trying to sew the patch in place. They will also cause the patch to stand out more. Use a pair of scissors to snip away any frayed edges on your item. Try to make the edges of the hole as even as possible. You may need to cut your patch material down a bit depending on the size of the hole. Cut the patch so that it is large enough to cover the hole and any weakened areas of the item. The patch should extend beyond the borders of the hole on all sides by about 1" (2.5 cm). Cut the patch so that it is the same shape as the hole as well. For example, if the hole is rectangular, then cut the patch into a similar rectangle. The item needs to be inside out when you sew on the patch so that the edges of the patch will be hidden. Turn your item inside out. Next, identify where the patch needs to go and lay it over the hole. Make sure that all of the edges are completely covering the hole and that the front side of the patch is facing down. Insert pins through the patch and item fabric along each of the edges to secure the patch in place. If your patch has fusing on the back of it, then you may want to iron the patch to secure it in place until you sew it. Apply even pressure to the edges of the patch to secure the patch to the fabric. Do not use steam. You can also use some adhesive, such as fabric glue, or double-sided tape to hold the patch in place until you are ready to sew. or needle. You can either use a sewing machine or hand sew your patch in place. Thread your sewing machine or needle with a thread that matches or will blend in with your fabric. If you cannot find an exact match for your fabric, then try using invisible thread. Depending on the thickness of your patch and item, you may want to use a heavy duty needle in your sewing machine or for hand sewing. For example, if you are sewing a denim patch onto a pair of jeans, then a heavy duty needle will work best. You may also need to adjust the stitch length. Use a straight stitch on your sewing machine or sew a straight stitch by hand using a needle and thread. Sew about " (1.3 cm) from the raw edge of the patch to ensure that it is going through the fabric of your item. Sew around the edges of the patch three times to ensure that it is secure. Remove the pins as you sew. Sewing over a pin may damage the needle and possibly even damage the machine. Trim the excess threads when you are finished.