If your leather product has a label, read it carefully before following any cleaning routine. In the case of clothing, the label will tell you whether or not the item is machine washable. For furniture, the label may direct you to a customer service contact for more information. You may have also received paper instructions after purchase. If you don't have a label to consult, but you know the manufacturer's name, then you can visit their website. If they have a website, they will likely list a customer helpline or support center. Get a dry microfiber cloth and go over the surface of the leather. This will help you to remove any dust and surface debris. In the case of furniture, run a vacuum brush attachment over the surface. Doing this step before every cleaning will prevent you from working dirt deeper into the leather, which could give it a gritty appearance. Before you apply any cleaning solution, find a spot that is small and out-of-the-way and use it to test the cleaner. Place a small amount of the solution on the area and wait a few minutes. Wipe it off and then look for any discoloration or wrinkling. If you notice damage to the leather, then you may need to talk with a cleaning professional, such as dry cleaner for clothes, before proceeding. Excessive moisture on leather can cause it to wrinkle and fade. When you apply a cleaning solution or balm to any leather product, make sure to wipe away any excess immediately. Always use a damp towel or cloth, not a soaked one, as this will allow you to control the moisture applied to the leather. Look over the surface of the leather and see if you can discern any pattern. If the grain of the leather heads in one direction, apply any balm in line with this pattern. This will let the moisture of the cleaner go into the grooves of the leather to remove any dirt or debris found in those pockets. As the finishing touch, get a dry sponge or microfiber cloth and go over the leather a final time. Look to see if there are any stains that need additional treatment. Removing any cleaning residue will help to prevent dust from sticking to the surface.

Summary: Consult the manufacturer's instructions, if available. Wipe off any dirt beforehand. Do a test spot. Dampen the leather. Wipe with the grain. Dry it off.

If you simply cannot get your baby to stop crying, remember that it's okay to step away for a moment. Place the baby in a safe spot (e.g. their crib), and take a minute to read a book, listen to music, or meditate. Leave the room if you must, but don't leave for too long, as a feeling of abandonment may make the crying worse. If you need more than a short break, call someone you trust to take over for an hour or two. If you have a spouse or other caregivers available, take shifts so no one gets burned out. Remember you are not a bad parent just because you need to take a break for yourself. If your despair reaches a level in which you fear you might hurt yourself or your child, call for help right away. Countries around the world have hotlines dedicated to helping over-stressed parents. In the U.S. 24-Hour Parent Helpline: 1-888-435-7553; Crying Baby Hotline: 1-866-243-2229; Fussy Baby Warmline: 1-888-431-BABY In the UK Parentline: 0808 800 2222; Parent Lifeline: 0114 272 6575 In Australia Parentline: 1300 30 1300 In Canada Parent Help Line: 1-800-668-6868

Summary: Take quick breaks for your own mental health. Rely on your support system for longer breaks. Get help before you reach a breaking point.

Check in with the people you love on a daily or weekly basis, depending on your relationship. Additionally, spend time with them regularly, and talk about your life with them. This will help you have solid relationships with your family, friends, and partner. For instance, make a habit of sending texts or memes to the people you love every day. Similarly, make dates to spend time with those you love, such as going to coffee with a friend, shopping with your mom, or seeing a movie with your partner. You might think of love as just a feeling, but it's also a choice you make. When you decide to love someone, you choose to commit to them every day. When you're ready to be in love, make the choice to go forward with a relationship.On the other hand, you can also make the choice not to love someone. You might do this if the relationship isn't right for you or if they don't treat you well. It may take time for your feelings to go away, but it will happen in time. Your love language is how you want to be loved, as well as how you express love. Consider what makes you feel loved and how you tend to express the love you feel for someone. Then, pick which of the 5 love languages best fits your needs: Words of affirmation - You want your partner to tell you they love you. Physical touch - You desire physical intimacy, like cuddling, holding hands, and kissing. Acts of service - You experience love as favors for each other. Gifts - You feel loved when your partner gives you things. Quality time - You want your partner to spend time with you.

Summary: Prioritize the people you love to maintain your relationships. Make the choice to have romantic love for someone. Identify your personal love language.

There are two main types of canvas: the thin type and the thick type. The thin canvases are a simple, light-weight board, ideal for framing. The thicker canvases are a sheet of canvas stretched over a wooden frame. They are ideal if you want to extend your design over the edges. If you are going to glue a picture or photo onto the canvas, choose something that is the same size as your imageor a little bit smaller. It is easier to trim an image down to fit a canvas than the other way around. If you are going to create a collage, however, you can choose any size of canvas you want. This is only necessary if you will be creating a collage on it. If you are going to adhere an image onto a thick, wood-frame canvas, you do not need to paint the front, but you should paint the edges. Acrylic paint will work the best for this, because it dries the fastest. Avoid using oil paint or watercolor paint; oil paint will take too long to cure and watercolor paint won't stick. Choose a color that contrasts your images for a collage. Choose a color that matches or complements a single image that will cover the entire canvas. Sealers come in many different finishes, so you should pick one that you like the best. If you did not paint the canvas, you can skip this step. Use a paper slicer or a craft blade and a metal ruler to do this. Make sure that the edges are nice and neat. If you are going to cover the entire canvas with your image, you will need to trim the image down to fit the canvas. If you are making a collage, trim down the images to different sizes; this will make things look more interesting than if they were all one size. Trace the canvas onto the back of your image, then use a sharp blade and a metal ruler to cut the paper.
Summary: Choose a type of canvas. Choose a size for your project. Paint your canvas a background color, if desired. Allow the paint to dry, then apply a coat of sealant over it. Trim the paper down, if needed.