INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Purchase seat covers that will protect your seats. These can either match your seats or they can have bright, colorful patterns on them. They are available for both bucket seats (such as front seats) and for bench seats (such as backseats), and can cost $30-$40. Many kinds can be machine-washed, making it easier to tidy up your car. A stain repellent will make it hard for stains to settle into the upholstery and will prolong the life of the upholstery. A stain repellent like Scotchgard Fabric and Upholstery Protector is available at home supply stores. Follow the instructions on the product label for proper usage. Don't allow spills and messes to sit in your car if possible. If they are not cleaned up right away, they may set into the upholstery, making it hard to remove them. Additionally, they can add to an unpleasant odor in your car. By banning food and drinks in the car, you can reduce the potential for many stains and messes. Accidents are sure to happen if you stop suddenly or you are trying to eat while driving. Eliminate this risk by not allowing food or drinks in the car. By removing garbage and other items from your vehicle after each journey, you may reduce the potential for stains to occur from grease-soaked fast food bags or spilled coffee cups. Dispose of any excess trash immediately after use so it doesn't pile up and add to the clutter of your vehicle's interior. Remove crayons and other things that are prone to melting if it is hot outside. The temperature of your car's interior will be markedly hotter than outside and crayons, for example, will melt on upholstery if left there in the heat. Removing dirt and debris from your car will prevent them from grinding into the seats and the carpet, thereby contributing to hard-to-remove stains. Set a schedule for yourself to vacuum out your car at least once a month, or more frequently if your car gets dirty quickly.

SUMMARY: Get car seat covers. Apply a stain repellent to your upholstery. Clean spills and messes immediately. Limit food and drinks in the car. Keep your car tidy. Vacuum regularly.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Choose two contrasting colors of duct tape to make your bow. Before you make the bow itself, it is a good idea to cut out a small strip of duct tape (about 0.25 inches, or about 0.64 centimeters, in width) for the centerpiece. This will make it easier to secure the bow later. Stick the strip of duct tape to the edge of a table where you can easily grab it. Taking the second roll of duct tape, cut out a piece 18 inches (45.7cm) in length. Fold it neatly in half (lengthwise), sticky sides together, leaving just a small strip of adhesive exposed at the end. Take both ends of the strip of duct tape and curl them upwards, to form a circle. Stick the ends together, using the small strip of adhesive that you left exposed earlier. The duct tape should now form a circular shape, like a cuff. Flatten the circle of duct tape and pinch the edges together, in the center, to form a bow shape. Take the small strip of duct tape you cut out earlier and wrap it tightly around the center of the bow to secure. Stick it to a headband or barrette for a funky hair piece or attach it to bags, clothing, hats, etc.

SUMMARY: Choose your duct tape. Cut out the center piece. Cut out an 18 inch (45.7cm) strip of duct tape. Stick the ends together. Pinch the center of the circle. Secure the bow. Attach the bow to anything you like!

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Balut eggs may be difficult to find, but check with Filipino restaurants, Asian grocery stores, specialty delis, and even local duck farmers to find a supplier of raw, fertilized duck eggs. Balut eggs are usually incubated for about 16 to 18 days before they're boiled and eaten. Look for eggs with thick shells and no cracks. Fill a saucepan with water and bring it to a boil over high heat. When the water is boiling, use tongs or a slotted spoon to gently place the egg in the water. Cover the pot, reduce the heat to medium, and boil the egg for 30 minutes. When the 30 minutes is up, use tongs or a slotted spoon to remove the egg and immerse it in a bowl filled with ice water. This will stop the cooking process and help cool the egg faster. If you're serving balut at a party or to a group of people, it is traditionally served as a snack that's paired with beer. Simply place the eggs in a basket or bowl and serve them with your desired seasonings. Make sure each person has an egg cup, shallow bowl, and spoon.

SUMMARY: Find a vendor who sells raw balut eggs. Boil a pot of water. Remove the egg from the water. Serve with beer.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: You should also treat a severe sprain with rest, ice, compression, and elevation. However, while a less serious sprain can heal within 2 to 4 weeks or less, a severe sprain can take months to heal. Keep weight off of your foot and stick with RICE treatment throughout the healing process. A severe sprain involves significant ligament damage. In order to heal, your foot needs to be immobilized as much as possible. Your doctor will provide you with an immobilization cast or boot and let you know how long to wear it. The most serious sprains may require surgery. If you have severe ligament damage, your primary doctor will likely refer you to a podiatrist, or foot specialist. After surgical reconstruction, you'll have to wear a boot for 4 to 8 weeks. Depending on your injury's severity, you'll start physical therapy 4 to 8 weeks after surgery. It could take anywhere from 16 weeks to 12 months to fully recover.

SUMMARY:
Continue with RICE and allow 6 to 8 months for severe sprains to heal. Wear an immobilizing cast according to your doctor's instructions. Discuss surgical treatments if your ligaments are seriously damaged.