Article: If you have fabric placemats, do not let any stains or spots sit on the fabric for very long. Remove stains right away, as the longer they sit on the placemats, the more difficult it will be to get them out. Foods that tend to stain fabric, like tomato, mustard, and coffee, should be removed right away if they get on the placemats. You may keep 2 sets of placemats, 1 made of vinyl or plastic and 1 made of fabric. Use the fabric placemats for special occasions, as they will be more difficult to clean if they get dirty. Use a clean cloth or a sponge that has been dampened with soap and water. Dab any stains or spots on the mat until they come out. Do not scrub or rub the mats, as this can damage the fabric. Once you have spot cleaned the placemats, let them air dry flat on a clean towel. You can also hang them on a clothesline to dry. For stubborn stains, try a cleaner that is safe for use on fabric, such as an all-natural cleaner or liquid detergent. Make sure the cleaner does not contain harmful chemicals like bleach or ammonia. Apply a small amount of the cleaner to the mats with a damp cloth or sponge. Let the placemats air dry once you have cleaned them. Make sure all the cleaner is removed from the placemats before you let them air dry. Check that the fabric placemats are washing machine safe before you put them in your washer. Most fabric placemats can go in the washing machine. Once you have washed the placemats, let them air dry. Air drying them will ensure they do not get damaged by the high heat of the dryer. Do not wash towels or clothing with the placemats, as this can lead to pilling. Wash only the placemats and other fabric items like table runners or table cloths together.
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Remove any stains or spots immediately. Spot clean the placemats with soap and water. Use a fabric-safe cleaner on the placemats. Put the placemats in the washer if it's safe to do so.
Article: Use 20cm (8 inches) square, or a spring-form pan. This can be done using one of the three following ways: Break the chocolate into as small pieces as possible and place in a small bowl. Boil a small pan of water, then place the bowl of chocolate within. Do not let the water overflow into the chocolate, and stir until completely melted. Put the broken chocolate into a shallow oven-proof dish and heat in an oven at 110C/225F/Gas 1 till completely melted. Only use this method if necessary. Place the broken Chocolate in a microwaveable dish and microwave on full heat for 1-2 minutes, stirring often to let it heat thoroughly. Whisk till light and fluffy. If it does separate, add a bit of flour. Use gloves to avoid touching the chili. Add slowly, checking it does not too badly overpower the mixture. Stir till smooth. Check by poking a knife or stick in, and if clean it is cooked. Do not let it burn, so check occasionally. It should be risen and have a slight crust. Then leave to cool for another 10 minutes on a wire rack.
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Heat an oven to 160C/325F/Gas 3 (Reduce by 20C if using a fan oven) Grease a cake tin. Melt the chocolate. Leave to cool while proceeding with the instructions. Combine butter/margarine and sugar in a large bowl using an electric/classic whisk. Beat in the eggs one at a time, take care not to let the mixture separate. Add the cooled chocolate to the mixture and mix in. Add the remaining flour to the mixture and stir till smooth. If you are using fresh chili/es finely chop them, and either add now or crush/blend them to a paste, try a garlic crusher. Add the chili paste to the mixture now. Pour the cake mixture into the greased cake tin. Bake for just under 1 hour or till fully cooked. Take out the cake Let it cool for 10 minutes, before taking out of the tin. The cake could be eaten plain, or if you want to ice it, proceed with the instructions, or choose your own icing choice.
Article: All snakes, including ball pythons, will grow quite a bit over the course of their lives. Ball pythons in particular will grow quite large and will require a proper living environment as they do. You should be prepared for this before you attempt to care for a ball python. Female ball pythons will grow to around 3' to 5' in length, males to around 2' to 3'. You will need to provide enough space for a fully grown ball python. You will need to feed a snake of this size large rodents. Caring for any animal is a serious commitment. You will need to feed, clean and maintain the health of your ball python over the course of its entire life. Make sure you are ready for a long-term commitment before deciding to care for a ball python. Ball pythons have lived up to 40 years. Generally, ball pythons will live between 20 to 30 years. Once you've decided that you can provide proper care for a ball python it's time to go find your new friend. Thankfully, ball pythons are very popular amongst pet owners and they are easy to find in most pet stores. Start looking for a ball python that is right for you once you feel prepared to care for it. Reptile breeders will likely have ball pythons available. Attending a reptile expo can also help you find your new ball python. Ball pythons should already be eating and well fed before you buy them. Snakes aren't used to being held in the wild. As a result, you will need to know when it's acceptable to hold your snake and when it will only cause stress. Take a look at some of these key ideas when considering if it's the right time to interact with your snake: Allow your snake to eat one meal in its new home before trying to handle it. Wait at least a week before handling new snakes. Don't be afraid to hold the snake after that week. Young snakes should be held no more than once a week. Adult snakes can be held around once a week. Don't interact with your ball python after it's eaten. Wait around two days after your snake eats to make sure it is comfortable. If you plan on caring for a ball python, you will need to be dedicated to maintaining and protecting its health. Keeping your snake healthy will require you to watch its behavior and actions for any changes or indications of illness. Keep an eye out for some of these common signs of illness: A ball python should normally sit in a coil. Snakes that lay straight out or keep their head up may be ill. Ball pythons that spend a lot of time soaking may be ill or uncomfortable. In the case of respiratory issues, your snake may wheeze or have mucus come out from its nose. Runny or bloody stool can indicate a digestive issue. Snakes who don't void after ten days may be constipated. Refusal of food may indicate an infection.
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Be aware of their size. Understand the long-term commitment. Look to purchase a ball python. Know how to handle a ball python. Be attentive.