Article: If you want to build your own harp, consider starting with a Celtic, or Lever harp. While there are many types of harp to choose from, the Lever harp is one of the more common types of harps, and may be easier to build for a beginner. The Paraguayan harp, while less common, is gaining popularity. Paraguayan harps are much lighter than other harps, and are easier on the fingers due to a lighter string tension. Look around at various harps and study them. Find qualities in each harp that you like, and those that you don't. If you're designing the harp for yourself, consider trying to copy the design of a harp you like. You can find a variety of harp plans online, even some for free. Some designs are simple, while others can be complex and quite expensive. If you feel confident in your abilities, you could try designing the harp completely from scratch. If you copy someone's design, do not try to sell it. The original designer may file a lawsuit against you for plagiarism. The type of wood you use in constructing your harp will have an effect on the sound quality and string tension. You can build harps out of several different types of wood, such as maple, oak, cherry, or spruce. Harder woods will allow you to build a harp with more string tension. You can use softer woods, but it may affect the lifespan of the instrument. Building a harp can get expensive, especially if you don't have access to the various tools required to work the wood. Other factors, such as what type of wood you decide to use, will also affect the final cost of your harp. If you are building a harp for the first time, consider building a simple harp. Use inexpensive materials and focus on getting the technique right. You can even try to salvage the necessary lumber. Building a harp also requires a serious investment in time. Expect to spend at least 28 hours on a simple design. It is possible to spend upwards of 100 hours or more on a complex harp build.
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Choose a style. Find a design for your harp. Decide what kind of wood you want to use. Buy your materials.
Article: Choose something that will make you stand out from similar businesses and use the name when you're registering the business with your city. For example, instead of simply using your name with your product, like Beth's Beads, make a catchy name, like Bedazzled Bracelets. Run an online search for the business name so you can see if someone already has that business name in your area. If someone already has that name, then you can create a new name that fits your business. If you want, make an eye-catching logo with your business name. Include a slogan or motto to make it even more memorable. Ask your parents to help you get a business permit. You'll have to go to the city hall or use the city's government website to access the application forms. You may also need to pay a fee (which is usually around $50 in the U.S.), but then you'll be legally allowed to operate your own business! If you're unsure of what's required to set up a legal business, contact a local small business association and ask for guidance. Check local community centers or do an online search for small business associations in your city. if you make more than $400 in a year. Keep track of your income and expenses for the year. If you only have a few expenses, write them down in a notebook. For more complex expenses, use computer software to log them. If you earned more than $400, you'll have to pay self-employment tax. Your parents will still be able to claim you as a dependent for their tax purposes, but you'll have to pay taxes on your business. For example, if you made $825 and spent $200, you'd have to pay taxes because you earned $625. You may want to set aside 10 to 15% of your income so you're prepared to pay any taxes you might owe. Tax laws vary from one place to another. If you live outside the U.S., check your local laws to find out if you need to pay taxes on your business. Make or print signs and flyers that you can leave at shops, community centers, grocery stores, or schools. Use social media to let customers sign up for newsletters, send coupons, or remind them of upcoming sales events. Ask your customers to leave reviews online to help spread the word about your business. It's easy to be frustrated in the early stages of starting a business, but remember that your business needs time to grow! Build up a solid product or service and focus on taking care of your customers. If you feel like you're ready to give up, return to your goals and consider changing your deadlines or expectations. For example, if you haven't been able to turn a profit after 2 weeks, give yourself more time or set a goal of getting 2 new customers instead. If you came close to meeting a financial goal, try setting a few smaller goals that will help you achieve it.
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Create a name for your business. Get a local permit and pay any required fees. Pay taxes Distribute flyers or use social media to market your business. Reevaluate your goals if you're struggling.
Article: Don't undo the ponytail. Just grab strands from the tail, and run them through your flat iron. Your ponytail should already be relatively straight, so don't worry about being too perfect here. Focus on the ends of your ponytail, especially if you have layered hair. You don't need to use more heat protectant, since the initial coating you did when you first straightened your hair should be enough. Those small baby hairs around your temples can ruin a sleek look, but luckily, they are easy to take care of! Take an old, but clean toothbrush, and mist it with hairspray. Then, before the hairspray dries, gently comb those wispy hairs down. If you don't have a toothbrush to spare, you could try a boar bristle brush or a smoothing brush instead. There are lots of options to choose from, from flowers to hair combs to be-dazzled hair ties. Choose something that you think will go great with your outfit, then add it in. It's best that you do this after you've finished spraying your hair, as hairspray can damage or dull a nice hair accessory.
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Straighten the ponytail more with a flat iron if you want a sleeker look. Use a toothbrush sprayed with hairspray to smooth down flyaways. Add a hair accessory if you want to match your outfit.