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Always start with the smallest, most detailed areas when you do needlework projects. This will be easier than trying to go in and stitch those areas later. Then, stitch the larger areas that surround the more detailed bits. For example, if you have a section that is only about 1in (2.5cm) wide, start here rather than the section that is 4in (10cm) wide. Insert the needle into the right side of the project. Then, push the needle through the back of the nearest 3 to 4 stitches and snip the thread near the stitches. Then, thread your needle with your next color or with the same color if you have more of this that you need to work. Create a waste knot, and keep stitching! Blocking your needlepoint is a way to reshape the canvas and give it a more structured look. Remove the canvas from the frame and dampen it with water, such as by spritzing it with a spray bottle. Then, lay it on a pillow or towel with the right side facing down. Pin it down with tacks or pins at 1in (2.5cm) intervals all the way around. Allow the canvas to dry completely before removing it. The canvas should take only a few hours to dry, but you may want to leave it out overnight to be sure. You can turn your finished needlework into a pillow, sweatshirt, purse, or wall decoration. Trim the canvas as needed and then use a sewing machine or needle and thread to sew the canvas onto your item. For example, you could sew your finished needlework project onto a pillowcase, a sweatshirt, or the side of a canvas bag.

summary: Work on the smallest or most detailed area first. Change the thread when you run out or need to switch colors. Block the canvas if it has become distorted. Sew the finished design onto an item.

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You can also turn making bed risers into your next DIY project. The easiest and most reliable material to use is wood. Cedar blocks can work particularly well and look nice in your room. You can purchase wooden blocks from many home supply stores, like Home Depot or Lowes. Decide how high you want to raise your bed and make sure each one of your risers comes to that height. Saw at the end you want to use as the top of the riser. That way, if you accidentally saw unevenly, the more level side of the block will be able to sit against the floor. When buying wood, ask the retailer to make the blocks the same height for you. They should be able to do it precisely with a power saw if you don't have one. Felt patches will prevent your bed risers from scratching your floor. Simply apply glue to the back of the felt and secure it onto the bottom of your risers. Measure your bedposts to determine how wide they are at the bottom. Then choose a drill bit that can make a small indent in the top of your riser that your bedpost will fit snugly into. This will help hold your bedpost in place and keep your bed frame stable and secure.

summary: Get four wooden blocks. Saw your blocks to an equal height. Attach felt to the bottoms of your risers. Drill a 12 inch (1.3cm) to 34 inch (1.9cm) indent to secure the bedposts.

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Try not to skip any meals, as this can throw off your appetite and cause you to reach for unhealthy foods. Plan to eat every 4-5 hours so your body has enough nutrients and energy. Have a good breakfast, a larger lunch, and a nutrient-rich dinner every day so you can establish an eating routine. For example, you may have breakfast at 8 or 9 am, lunch at 12 or 1 pm, and dinner at around 5 or 6 pm every day. Create a shopping list for the week and buy ingredients for each meal at the start of the week so you can cook for yourself at home. Include more healthy foods in each meal so you can eat clean. Keep your meals simple, with lots of fresh ingredients. For example, you may make Sundays your day to shop for fresh ingredients for the week. You may then plan out 4-5 dinners for the week, keeping in mind you can have leftovers to eat for lunch or for days when you do not want to cook. Keep your meals interesting so you do not get bored or become tempted to eat out too much. Try having a different type of whole grain or healthy protein source a week for variety. Add a new vegetable or fruit to your meal plan. Look for healthy sauces you can prepare at home to give your meals a little more zip. Search for new recipes that focus on clean eating online by looking at healthy food blogs and websites. Buy clean eating cookbooks to get new ideas for recipes. Try to find restaurants that offer locally grown, organic foods. Look for options on the menu like a salad with whole grains and vegetables or a sandwich on whole-wheat bread. Substitute fries on the side for a salad or a healthier option. Try to stick to clean eating as much as you can when you eat out so your diet does not get thrown off. Plan ahead by packing almonds, cashews, or macadamia nuts in plastic bags or containers so you can snack on them between meals. Cut up fresh fruit or vegetables and have them on hand as a snack. Try having at least 1 healthy snack a week and then gradually, replace most of your unhealthy snacks with healthy ones. You can also pack healthy dips like hummus, black bean dip, or baba ganoush to add a little something extra to your snack.
summary: Have three meals a day, preferably at the same time every day. Cook at home as much as you can. Try to add variety to your meals. Go for healthy, clean meals when you eat out. Have healthy snacks once a week to start.