Smocking can be done using any type of fabric, but it works best if you use thin fabric that doesn't have a lot of stretch. Try thin cotton or linen if this is your first time. Choose embroidery floss in a matching or contrasting color. The stitches are meant to be seen to create a pretty dotted pattern. Smocking gives fabric an elastic quality and makes it more form fitting. You'll need to take this into account when cutting fabric for the pattern you're using. Make it 2 1/2 to 3 times wider than what your pattern calls for. If you'd rather not have visible stitching, choose a regular sewing thread (rather than thick embroidery floss) in the same color as your fabric.
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One-sentence summary -- Choose fabric and thread.

In modern versions of Excel, you can use a feature called "SmartArt" to make more attractive diagrams. Select "SmartArt" in the ribbon menu above a blank spreadsheet to get started. In Excel 2007, instead select the Insert tab, then find SmartArt in the Illustrations group. Now that the ribbon menu is displaying SmartArt options, select the Hierarchy icon, near the left side of the menu. Select the visual style of your choice, and it will appear over the spreadsheet. The new diagram can be dragged around and enlarged just like any Excel object. Click on each shape or blank line within the diagram to type the name of your family tree. Alternatively, use the Text Pane that appears when you select the diagram. Any change you make in the text pane will instantly affect the diagram's appearance.
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One-sentence summary -- Click the SmartArt icon in the ribbon menu. Create a hierarchy. Fill out the family tree.

Sometimes, letting someone know why and how they hurt you can make you feel like you got back at them. If possible, let your ex know you want to talk. A productive confrontation may make you feel better. Prior to the conversation, try to write down your thoughts. Write down how you feel and why. Try to find the best way to articulate how you were hurt. Focus on what you expect to get out of the situation. Do you want an apology? Do you want your ex to understand how he hurt you and feel bad? Expectations can skew how you behave. When you're hurt and angry, it can be especially difficult to control your emotions. If you go into the conversation expecting your ex to react a particular way, you may find yourself becoming angry or frustrated if things unfold differently. You want the conversation to flow naturally. You do not want to react with surprise or frustration if things unfold slightly different than you imagined. Go into the conversation acknowledging you're uncertain what will occur. This way, you'll be better equipped to handle unexpected turns. "I"-statements are statements phrased in a way to reduce blame. They put focus on your feelings over an outside judgement of the situation. An "I"-statement has three parts. It begins with, "If feel..." after which you immediately state your feeling. From there, you state the action that led to that feeling. Lastly, you explain why you felt the way you did. For example, you may be inclined to say something like, "It was incredibly hurtful that you lied to me about needing time to yourself. You immediately started dating someone else. You could have just told me you weren't interested in me romantically." Rephrase the above sentiment using an "I"-statement. For example, "I felt incredibly hurt when you told me you didn't want to be in a relationship and then had a new girlfriend in a week because I wish you have been honest with me." An apology can really help make you feel better. It lessens the need for revenge and helps you forgive someone who hurt you. End the talk by politely asking for an apology. You can end the conversation by saying something like, "I know you maybe don't think you did anything wrong, but I need you to apologize." You will feel a lot better getting your feelings out and receiving an apology. Once your feelings are vindicated, you may be better equipped to move on.
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One-sentence summary -- Write down your thoughts. Release expectations. Use "I"-statements. Ask for an apology.

Paint with long, horizontal strokes for an even coverage. The thickness of the roller sleeve makes it hard to apply paint around adjacent corners, ceilings, moldings, doors, and windows. Even if you do manage to paint those areas closely, the paint will most likely dry with streaks. Start painting about 6in (15cm) away from the corner of the wall, and about 12in (30cm) up from the bottom of the wall. Then, stop your first stroke 24in (5.110.2cm) from the ceiling. Most of the paint on the loaded roller will transfer onto the wall from this first motion. Leaving areas by the ceiling and corners unpainted will give you the room you need to spread all of the applied paint. For the best paint coverage, mentally divide large walls into sections that are 23 feet (0.610.91m) wide, and divide other smaller areas into thirds. Then work within a single section with 1 load of paint before moving onto the next section with a new load of paint. Aim to cover the areas by the corner, ceiling, and bottom portions of the wall that you intentionally left blank. Use continuous motions that move up and down like a vertical zigzag. Continue this motion until the applied paint is evenly spread for that section of the wall. Always use a gentle pressure while rolling on or spreading the paint. Forceful motions or too much pressure can put streaks in the paint, and cause paint to build-up on the sleeve. If the paint roller begins to stick to the wall and won't spread the paint, do not add pressure. This means the roller needs to be loaded with more paint. To get a smoother coverage, always spread the paint towards the previously painted section. Leave about 6in (15cm) of space between the space you just painted, and the new section. Continue this process until the entire wall is painted. Use the same up and down, zigzag motions you used to spread the paint. You do not have to clean or get a fresh roller cover for this process. The paint residue left on the roller will help blend the wet paint on the wall without oversaturating it. Smoothing out the paint near the ceiling and floor with a vertical stroke is challenging if you have never used a paint roller before. Use a horizontal stroke to smooth the paint near those areas. Examine the painted area during the day, and see if the color pigment is even. Most light colors of paint will require 2 coats to adequately cover a wall. Some of the darker paints may require 3 coats. For oil-based paints, you can apply a second coat after it has dried for 24 hours. Latex paint dries quickly, so you should be able to apply a second coat after 4 hours of drying. Use a roller scraper to remove excess paint from the roller. Run the scraper across the sleeve lengthways. Get as much of the paint off as you can before washing. Then, rinse the sleeve with water until you can squeeze clear water out of it. Allow it to dry overnight before placing it back onto the metal frame. Roller scrapers can be purchased in the painting section at a local hardware store. If you do not have a roller scraper, carefully use a putty knife instead.
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Use a paintbrush to outline the perimeter of the wall with paint. Roll the paint onto the wall using a slightly angled, upwards stroke. Spread the paint to unpainted areas by sweeping the roller up and down. Reload the roller with paint and begin painting the next wall section. Connect the separate paint sections with overlapping strokes. Apply a second coat of paint once the first coat has dried if needed. Clean the roller frame and sleeve when you are done painting.