Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Set your laces to dry on a drop cloth or old newspaper. Allow them to air dry for several hours.

Answer: Allow them to air dry, and avoid exposing them to the sun, as they can bleach and lose color. They should be completely dry before advancing to the next step. After the first hour, wipe off any excess oil. Wait until the laces are completely dry before attempting to relace, as this can stain the shoe or damage the lace. Mink oil resembles human sebum, and will feel greasy on most fabrics if not allowed to absorb properly.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Draw a straight line. Span the segment with your compass. Trace a quarter-circle arc. Switch the compass around. Draw a second arc. Mark the point where the two arcs cross. Finish the triangle.

Answer: Lay your ruler on the paper, then trace a pencil along the straight edge. This line segment will form one side of your equilateral triangle, which means that you will need to draw two more lines of exactly the same length, each reaching toward a point at a 60 angle from the first line. Make sure that you have plenty of room to draw all three sides! Slide a pencil into your compass, and make sure that it's sharp! Put the point of your compass at one end of the segment, and set the pencil point at the other. Do not adjust the point of the compass, and do not change the set "width" of the tool from the compass point to the pencil point. Swing the pencil-point of the compass in a quarter-circle up and away from the line segment. Without changing the width of the compass spread, move the point of the compass to the other end. Carefully swing the pencil-point of the compass so that the new arc crosses over the first arc that you drew. This is the apex (the "top" point) of your triangle. It should lie at the exact center of the line segment that you've drawn. You can now draw two straight lines leading to this point: one from each end of the "bottom" line segment. Use a ruler to draw two more straight line segments: the remaining sides of the triangle. Connect each end of the original line segment to the point at which the arcs cross. Make sure that the lines are straight. To finish the job, erase the arcs that you drew so that only the triangle remains! Consider tracing this triangle onto another page. This way, you can start fresh with a clean shape. If you need a bigger or a smaller triangle, repeat the process but adjust the length of the original line segment. The longer the sides, the bigger the triangle!

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Find a gelatin mold. Choose a gelatin flavor. Decide what decorative object to use.

Answer: The shape of the mold you choose is almost as important as the flavor and the decoration inside. You could use a simple household item, like a bowl, or go for something fancier. Consider the following options: A bowl with an interesting shape. Instead of using a basic round bowl, choose one that has unique indentations or a pattern of some kind. Individual molds. You can make several small molds using dessert cups or ramekins. A vintage gelatin mold. Check out antique stores to find molds in interesting shapes and sizes. Choose a flavor (and color) that will contrast well with the object you want to suspend in the gelatin. For example, if you're suspending a decoration that is dark in color, choose lemon or orange gelatin, which are light enough to see through clearly. Choose a color that won't cause the object inside to look unappealing. If you're using a decorative object that is purple, for example, using a yellow gelatin will make it look brown. You can also make your own flavor and color combination: buy clear flavorless gelatin, and add a few drops of food coloring and essential oil when you make the gelatin. All kinds of objects may be used to decorate gelatin. Choose an object that fits with your party's theme and coordinates well with the color of your gelatin. Other factors to consider include the following: Make sure the object is lightweight enough to be suspended in gelatin. Heavy objects may simply sink to the bottom. Flowers, small plastic or rubber toys, or fruit that has been carved into a decorative shape are all good options. Use a decoration that is composed of parts that won't fall apart or dissolve when heated. You don't want to choose something made of wood, cloth, or another soft, porous material. The decoration should be somewhat appetizing. Decorative gelatin molds are made to be eaten, and if you want people to enjoy it you should choose a decoration that doesn't put people off. The only exception is if you want to make a gelatin mold as a Halloween decoration; in that case, go crazy with rubber spiders and snakes. Most importantly, choose a decoration that is nontoxic. This is extremely important, since you'll be pouring hot liquid gelatin over the object, which will distribute particles of the item throughout the mold. Fresh flowers and fruit are a safe bet. If you want to use a plastic or rubber toy, choose one that's nontoxic; items that are safe for a baby or toddler to chew on are safe enough to use in a gelatin mold.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Begin with dry hair. Comb out the tangles. Apply a setting spray or hairspray to your hair. Use a curling iron with a barrel between inches and 1 inch (2.5cm). Curl 1-inch sections at a time. Clamp a section of hair in the curling iron. Roll the iron up. Release the curl. Pin up each curl as you go. Alternate the size and direction of each curl. Continue until all your hair is curled. Spritz your curls with hairspray. Unpin the curls. Shape the curls with your fingers.

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You should never use a curling iron on wet hair, as it causes breakage and burning. Instead, make sure your hair is completely dry before curling it. Before you start curling, make sure your hair is free of tangles and snares by running a brush or comb through it. You can apply a detangling spray or serum if necessary, as well. Before you use your curling iron, apply a setting spray or hairspray to help the curls hold. You can also use a product like wave-enhancing spray, mousse, or gel, to help give your hair body and set the curls. Let it dry before you start curling your hair. Look for a setting spray that doubles as a heat protectant to prevent hair damage from the curling iron. To get extra curly hair, you need to use a small curling iron to create fairly tight curls. Choose a curling iron with a inch to 1-inch barrel to get small curls. Larger barrels will create a wavy, rather than curly, look. Begin with a small section at the crown (or top) of your head and work your way through the top portion of your hair. Then, curl the next highest layer all the way around before moving lower. Many people also start curling from the bottom, but it won't make a big difference either way. Open the handle and close the hair in the curling iron. Start in the middle of the section, rather than clamping it at the end, to create curls that last all day. Begin twirling the iron so that the hair wraps around it. Then, gently release the clamp and slide the iron down the hair. Clamp it and roll it again. Continue this process until you reach the ends of your hair. Then roll the iron until it is close to, but not touching, your scalp. Clamping the middle of your hair in the iron and working your way toward the ends will create longer lasting curls that rolling the iron from the bottom of your hair up. Hold the curl in place for 5 seconds before releasing it. Then, open up the iron and pull the handle down, letting go of the curl. After you make the curl, wrap it around your finger in a small loop or bun. When you have it wrapped, use a bobby pin or single prong hair clip to secure it to your head. This process will help your curls set, and it keeps them out of your way as you curl the rest of your hair. As you go, alternate the amount of hair you curl at one time and well as the direction in which you roll the hair. Doing so will give you a bit more volume, as well as curls in different sizes and orientations, which will make them look more natural. Continue curling one piece of hair at a time until all your hair is curled. If you have a lot of hair and are curling small sections, this may take a while. While your curls are setting, spritz them with hairspray before unpinning them. Allow the hairspray to dry completely before you remove the bobby pins. Release the bobby pins, and unroll the curls. Shake your curls out, then use your fingers to separate them. Scrunch up or twist the curls with your fingers, creating the shape you want. Don't brush out your curls, as this will undo all the work you've put in and create frizziness. You can apply a finishing product to set the style, if desired.