You can use cardboard, poster board, or an aluminum can for a more authentic look. If you are using cardboard or poster board, grab a measuring stick and trace an approximately 2 inch (height) by 6 inch (length) rectangle. Round each of the four corners. If you are using a recycled aluminum can, wash and dry the can first. Take some scissors and create a slit lengthwise down the center of the can (from top to bottom). Carefully cut around the top and bottom of the can and discard those pieces. Take the aluminum from the middle of the can and bend it back and forth to smooth it out. Measure and cut your aluminum (approximately 2 inches by 6 inches with rounded corners). or hand paint your cardboard or poster board. (Skip this step if you have used aluminum.) Choose a silver paint with a metallic finish, and but be sure to allow plenty of time for it to dry. Paint only on the side that will be visible once it is applied to your fabric. Use a marker to draw the emblem of your choice in the center of your cardboard or aluminum piece. If you are worried about making a mistake, trace the image with a pencil first. Don't press down too hard, though, because the indentations will still show in your cardboard or aluminum. If you don't want your fabric to show through your emblem, use a permanent marker to draw the circles instead of cutting them. Alternately, you could cut the backs off of six round, silver thumb tacks and glue them to the sides of your emblem plate.
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One-sentence summary -- Prepare the plate for your headband emblem. Spray paint Add your emblem. Cut or draw three holes on each side.

Your friend may try to call, text, or email you a week or two afterwards. Be firm in your decision and try not to respond to them if you really want the friendship to end. On the other hand, your friend may become vengeful and start to spread rumors about you or try to turn mutual friends against you. If your friend acts out in revenge, don't give in under pressure and apologize or try to reverse things. Remember that you ended the friendship for good reasons. Even though you are the one ending the friendship, that doesn't mean you won't feel sad, upset, or lonely after the relationship has ended. Instead of isolating yourself or repressing your feelings, find a way to express them. Talk to a trusted friend or family member about what happened. They may be able to help you work through your feelings and give you advice on how to proceed with your life without your friend. Journaling is also a great way to work through your feelings to figure out how to move on. Once you have taken the time to process your feelings, focus on creating new friendships. Join a volunteer or church group, or another group of interest to meet new people. Consider making a list of the traits you value in a friendship. Start to pay attention to people who are compatible with these traits. Alternatively, invite an acquaintance out to coffee, or treat a friend you haven't seen in awhile to lunch to catch up. Out of respect for your friend, keep your conversation private. It is ok to tell a trusted partner or family member. However, try to avoid gossiping about your friend with your new friends or acquaintances. Remember that anything you say may get back to your friend, increasing feelings of resentment or anger. Running into your ex-friend is inevitable. When this happens, don't ignore them. It is ok to say hi and to ask them how they are doing. But try to keep the conversation short. If running into the person is unavoidable, like at your workplace, try to keep interactions at a minimum. If the friendship did not end well, you may need to speak with your boss to see if you can change departments or work with a different set of people.
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One-sentence summary -- Stick to your decision. Take some time to grieve your loss. Focus on other friendships. Try to avoid gossiping about your friend. Be cordial if you see them in public.

Bromelain, a supplement derived from pineapple stems, may help reduce bruising and swelling by breaking down blood proteins. You can also take it after bruising to try to speed up the healing process. Try one 500-mg pill or two 250-mg pill supplements each day. Talk to your doctor before trying this supplement. Arnica montana is a natural remedy for bruising that is used to reduce swelling and inflammation. You can take supplements to minimize bruising. Talk to your doctor before taking arnica. If you have a bruise, you can apply arnica ointment or gel to it, which has been proven effective to treat bruising. You can purchase it at the drugstore. Apply it to the bruise daily to reduce the bruise and inflammation of the skin. Adding certain supplements to your diet may help reduce your risk of bruising. Taking vitamin C, hesperidin, or rutin may help. Try 400 mg of each supplement. Make sure to talk to your doctor before starting any supplements. You can also eat more foods containing vitamin C and flavonoids. Vitamin C is found in citrus fruits, greens like spinach, strawberries, tomatoes, peppers, and broccoli. You can get flavonoids from carrots and apricots. If you are bruising easily, you may want to limit some of your supplements. Vitamin E, ginseng, gingko biloba, ginger, and garlic are all blood thinners and can increase your chance of bruising. Limit how much you take these supplements. If you are going to have surgery, stop these supplements a few weeks before the procedure.
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Try a bromelain supplement. Take arnica. Take supplements to help with circulatory health. Avoid blood thinning supplements.