Some staircases are plagued by too much awkward negative space. Turn a negative into a positive by filling these spaces with freestanding cabinets, trunks or cubbies that can house clutter. Every corner presents a possibility. Tall, vertical cabinets can be just the right size to position around cramped stairways. Go shopping for attractive storage containers that suit your home's design sensibilities. If the stairs go down into a basement or garage, try hanging hooks on the wall to store tools, gardening equipment, bicycle helmets, or other items to keep the area organized. Place a bench at the top or foot of the stairs to give weary house guests somewhere to sit. Reserve enough room beneath the bench to slide in a few separate containers for boots, jackets, scarves and other items that people tend to discard when they first come in. Alternatively, you could accompany smaller seats with end tables that provide a place to lay wallets, keys, papers and other paraphernalia. Look for settees, ottomans and similar pieces that double as storage compartments. Combining your seating and storage will also help you keep up with everyone's individual belongings. There's no need to make extensive renovations to your home in order to seize on smart storage opportunities. Footwear can be tucked away in a minimalistic shoe rack or cubby right in the foyer, where they'll remain neat and orderly rather than accumulating in the living room or muddying up the kitchen. Establish a new house rule that dirty shoes must be removed and put away upon entry. If you have pets, put the rack above floor level to keep shoes out of reach. Imagine waking up in the morning and having your coat, purse, umbrella and car keys all held out to you on your way down the stairs. You can make it a reality by putting up a series of hooks and hangers at various heights on the wall alongside the main staircase. Mounted racks are inexpensive, unobtrusive and allow you to keep all your most frequently reached-for items together in plain sight. Hang a separate rack for each member of the household so that everyone has a place to put their things.
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One-sentence summary -- Take advantage of nooks and landings. Provide multifunctional seating. Place a shoe rack near the door. Mount elevating wall racks.

The picture here displays the "inside" of the bag. Use double-stitching to add good support. One piece will become the "outside" of the bag and the other will become the "lining".
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One-sentence summary -- Understand the design and technique. Choose two contrasting fabrics.

Diet plays a huge role in weight loss. However, if you're only focusing on slow and mindful eating, adding in some physical activity can help support your weight loss. Most health professionals recommend doing at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity each week. You can also increase this amount to 300 minutes a week. You may see increased weight loss with higher amounts of physical activity. Also include a day or two of strength training where you work each major muscle group. Resistance training helps round out your workout. Even when you're eating slowly and possibly eating a little less, it's still important to eat an overall well-balanced diet. This will help support your weight loss. Eating a well-balanced diet high in lean protein, fruits, vegetables and whole grains in addition to eating slowly can help you lose weight. Eat appropriate portions of each food group throughout the day. In addition, choose a wide variety of foods within each food group. Follow appropriate portion sizes as well. Measure out 3-4 oz of lean protein, 1/2 cup of fruit, 1 cup of vegetables, 2 cups of leafy greens and 1/2 cup of grains. Even small portions of higher calorie foods (like fast food or sweets), most likely will not promote weight loss. These foods pack on calories without really keeping you full. Remember that you're better off eating foods that are nutrient-dense, not calorie-dense. You do not need to completely avoid these types of foods especially if they're some of your favorites but limit them to help lower your overall calorie content. Watch out for high-fat foods like: fried foods, fast food, fatty cuts of meat and processed meats. Also watch for higher calorie foods with added sugars like: sweetened beverages, candy, cookies, pastries, ice cream and other desserts.
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One-sentence summary -- Be physically active. Be mindful of your overall diet. Limit high fat, high sugar and high calories foods.

Once you get the color and texture you like, scoop the mixture into a small container. Use a mini spatula, butter knife, or spoon to help you. You can find small containers in the paint section of an art store. They are meant for storing excess paint, but they make great lip gloss containers. You can also use empty lip gloss containers, clean contact lens cases, and pill boxes as well. If you are in a rush, leave it in the fridge for a few hours until it hardens. You can apply it using your finger or a q-tip.
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Transfer the mixture to a small container. Let the lip gloss harden, then use it whenever you want a touch of color or sparkle on your lips.