Before you jump straight into distressing, run a sanding block or sheet of high-grit sandpaper over the entire piece. A thorough sanding will open up the pores in the wood and help the paint hold better. This translates to a longer-lasting finish that, ironically, will have no problem standing the test of time. Sand with a gentle circular motion, starting in a central spot and gradually working your way outward. Fold the sandpaper over squared edges and slide the entire sheet back and forth using smooth strokes. A shade like white, eggshell or opal will work best. Don't get too heavy-handed with the first coatyou just need to get the paint onto the piece, not achieve total coverage. Work the base coat into corners, grooves and other hard-to-reach areas using the tip of your brush. Lighter colors will be more visible under additional coats of paint, enhancing the effect. Leave the painted piece in a cool, dry place as it dries. This will usually take 8-10 hours, but you might want to wait up to 24 hours to ensure that the paint has had ample time to set. Once it has fully cured, you can move onto the next phase of the project. Avoid handling the painted wood while it dries. If you'd rather show off the natural wood grain than a separate layer of paint, feel free to skip straight to the distressing phase. Choose a bolder color for the topcoat that will stand in contrast to the lighter base coat underneath. This time, paint the entire piece. Use multiple coats to reach the desired depth and smoothness. Change up the direction of your strokes to work the paint into tiny crevices and other textured areas. To underscore the vintage aesthetic, go with a topcoat in a faded-looking pastel shade, such as brick red, powder yellow or robin's egg blue. Wet a rag or soft kitchen scrubber and wring out the excess water. Use the rag or scrubber to smudge the paint while it's still slightly sticky to the touch. Doing so will expose the lighter paint underneath, which creates the illusion that the piece has been repainted over the years. Work slowly and rub the paint with minimal pressure to avoid taking off too much paint at once. If you accidentally remove more paint than you intended, simply brush on a fresh coat and start over. For a more exaggerated finish, you can also use high-grit sandpaper after the paint has dried.

Summary: Sand the wooden surface lightly. Paint the piece in a light color. Allow the base coat to dry completely. Brush on a second coat of paint. Wipe the paint with a damp cloth.

It's a light-blue "e" icon with a yellow band wrapped around it. Click the gear-shaped icon in the top-right corner of the page. A drop-down menu will appear. It's near the bottom of the drop-down menu. The Internet Options window will open at this point. You'll find this on the far-right side of the row of tabs at the top of the Internet Options window. In the box in the middle of the Advanced page, scroll all the way down. It's near the bottom of the "Security" group of options. This option is at the bottom of the window. It's at the bottom of the window. Doing so will close the Internet Options window. Once it finishes restarting, your Internet Explorer browser will block both harmful and potentially harmful page redirects.

Summary: Open Internet Explorer. Open Internet Explorer Settings . Click Internet options. Click the Advanced tab. Scroll down to the bottom of the window. Check the "Use SSL 3.0" box. Click Apply. Click OK. Restart Internet Explorer.

Depending on their health, independence, and cognitive state, senior citizens may feel more comfortable in a familiar setting. This would save your elderly honoree the stress of getting to another location for his or her party. It may be preferable in certain cases, and may be frowned upon in others. Plan to visit beforehand to lend a hand with cleaning, decorating, and preparing for the party. Do not leave this for the guest of honor to do! While this is still a change of scenery for your honored guest, it may be more comfortable and intimate than planning a larger get-together at a public venue. A favorite restaurant can be a familiar place that still provides the social and celebratory atmosphere that your nonagenarian may desire. Consider booking a private room. This is a way to make a regular restaurant reservation into a more luxe experience! Depending on the unique personality and interests of your guest of honor, there are many creative venues to hold a fantastic party. If it's going to be a summer event, consider an outdoor location such as a beach or a park. Consider renting a boat and hosting a party on the water for any sea-lovers. Plan a gathering in multiple venues, such as a pre-theatre dinner at a local restaurant and then a walk over to see a theatre performance.

Summary: Ask the honoree if s/he would rather go out, or stay in. Host the party at the home of the guest of honor. Hold the party at the home of a family member. Book a favorite restaurant. Consider a creative alternative option.

Do not allow yourself to do anything else until everything is completed. Stay focused: Do not talk on the phone. Do not watch television. Do not use the computer. Be realistic. Make sure that you have enough time to finish your project in a day. Eat and go to the bathroom ahead of time, so that you're not interrupted.
Summary: Set a few rules. Calculate your time.