Article: As a general rule, lining fabrics should be smooth, lightweight, and very flexible. Additionally, if the original dress fabric has any stretch, the lining material must have an equal amount to prevent the fit from becoming warped. Popular lining options include smooth-surfaced cotton blends such as Viole, Habutai, crepe, thin satins, and Georgette. Do not use Negative Weight fabrics, heavy fabrics, or taffeta, crinoline, or tulle as a lining. Negative weight fabrics will alter the form, heavy fabrics will restrict movement, add bulk and weight, taffeta will add unnecessary shape and bulk, and crinoline is harsh on skin, as well as tulle. Consider the color, too. If the dress fabric is sheer, the lining should match either your skin tone or the color of the dress. If the fabric is opaque, you can coordinate the color of the lining material as desired since it won't show through. The amount of material you'll need for the lining should roughly match the amount of material needed to make the original dress. Only calculate the amount of necessary material based on the pattern pieces that will come into direct contact with your body: bodice, skirt, and sleeves. You do not need to include any facings, collars, cuffs, or waistbands. If you're working without a pattern, you'll need to measure the dimensions of the bodice, skirt, and sleeves to determine the required amount of lining fabric. Trace the lining from the original pattern used to construct the main dress, but adjust the edges as needed to prevent the lining from hanging beyond the sides of the dress. Only trace the lining for the bodice, skirt, and sleeves (when applicable). Transfer any pattern markings, but do not include extra material for kick pleats. Do not trace lining for the facings, collars, cuffs, or waistbands. Since the lining must be slightly smaller than the dress, remove 1/8 inch (3 mm) from your lining seam allowance around all of the outer edges, minus any edges that will overlap. In other words, the bottom of the bodice and waistband of the skirt should retain their original seam allowances. Adjust the bottom hem of the skirt to be 1/2 inch to 1 inch (1.25 cm to 2.5 cm) shorter than the main dress. When working without a pattern, trace the lining from the actual bodice, skirt, and sleeves (when applicable), creating separate pieces of lining for each separately attached portion of the dress. Add 1/8 inch (3 mm) seam allowance to the neckline, shoulders, zipper opening, and armholes (sleeveless dress only). Add 1/4 inch (6 mm) seam allowance to the sides. Do not add any seam allowance to the skirt hem. After tracing the lining pieces onto the material, use sewing shears or scissors to carefully cut out each one. Before beginning, it's a a good idea to check the lining against the original dress. All pieces should match the form of the dress at all points, but the seam allowance and lower hem should be visibly shorter. If any of the lining pieces do not match, you'll need to redo them.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Choose the right material. Purchase enough material. Adjust the original dress pattern. Cut out the lining pieces.
Article: Use the fuel that is recommended by the manufacturer only. If you try to substitute with another type of fuel, you may risk damaging the barbecue or causing a fire or melt down of the barbecue. A clean barbecue will function better and is healthier for you. An unclean barbecue will increase the potential for carcinogenic build-up to enter your food. Always clean after a barbecue and it'll be easier and you'll be less tempted to barbecue over the burnt on bits that way!
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Use only the appropriate fuel. Clean regularly.
Article: Before you start your dog on a diet, check with the vet. Many clinics run a dog weight loss program where your pet is weighed and you can get specific instructions about how much to feed your dog. These regular weigh-ins, firm target, and moral support can make you more likely to succeed in putting your dog on an effective diet. Your vet may recommend one of the following diets: High Fiber/Low-Fat Diet: These contain fiber which expand in your dog's stomach, making him feel full. The package instructions should clearly state how much to feed your dog based on a target (goal) weight. Metabolic diets: These are more high tech and feed the genes that improve your dog's metabolism. Increasing metabolism can make your dog burn more calories, causing him to lose weight. Pay attention to how much you're currently feeding your dog. If your dog is fed twice a day, weigh out the total amount so you know how much he's eating. However, if your dog has food constantly available, it's harder to determine how much he's eating. This makes it more difficult to know how much to cut down. If this is the case, look at the food package and see how much it advises feeding a dog at your dog's target rate. For most dogs, the package will advise a weight range. For example, 300 to 350 grams of food a day. You'd want to choose the lower amount of 300 grams. Once you've determined how much your dog needs to eat a day, reduce the amount by 5 to 10%. For example, if you are feeding 300g of kibble a day, 10% of this is 30g, so the new amount is 270g. Feed this reduced amount for one or two weeks and weigh your dog. Hopefully, he loses weight, but if he hasn't, deduct another 5 to 10% from his daily food amount. Weigh your dog again after feeding the reduced amount for another week or two. Don't be upset or worried if the portion size looks small or your dog pesters you for food. This is a normal concern when putting a dog on a diet. If you're really unsettled, you may want to feed a prescription weight loss diet instead. Since you'll be cutting back on your dog's food and increasing exercise, you'll need to offer positive encourage every so often. While you can praise your dog, you can also give him the rare treat. Just be sure to offer something healthy that will also make him feel full and satisfied. Some good options include: Bran or grated vegetable mixed with his food French or runner beans, raw Apples (in moderation) Bananas (in moderation) Get your dog involved in earning his food, rather than just set it out in front of him. Buy a puzzle or activity feeder that you can fill with food. Your dog then moves shapes around or rolls balls around to get the food inside to fall out. This can make your dog more active and mentally engaged. Try to prevent boredom while your dog's on a diet. Keeping his mind occupied will prevent him from thinking about food. Training is also a great way to keep a dog active and prevent boredom. Of course training depends heavily on rewards, so take some of his dinner kibble and set it aside for rewards or give him lots of praising. Weigh your dog once every week or two so you can track any weight loss. This will also indicate whether your diet and routine are working. If he isn't losing, then you can reevaluate what you're doing. Make sure your goals are reasonable and that you're consistent with the regimen. Don't expect sudden drops in weight. Instead, look for slow and steady weight loss which is more sustainable. Smaller dogs should aim to lose no more than four ounces a week while larger dogs can aim for one pound per week. If you have a large dog or do not have access to scales, use a tape measure. Chose a point on the dog such as his girth or his waist and measure around it. Make a note of any landmarks the tape passes over, such as a particular pattern or spot, so you place the tape in the same place each time.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Consult with a veterinarian. Determine how much food your dog eats a day. Reduce the amount of food you feed. Offer healthy treats occasionally. Make your dog work for food. Monitor your dog's weight loss.