(If you don't want straps on your dress, skip to the next section) For shoulder straps, cut the tube in half and sew to the back of the dress. Put the dress on and pin the straps to the front, so you get the right length, then sew them on. For a halterneck, put the dress on and pin the tube to the front on either side so that it is comfortable around your neck.
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One-sentence summary -- Try on your dress and decide where you want the straps to go. Cut a long piece of material, from the excess from the top, about 3 inches wide. Fold the material in half and sew along the edge. Turn the resulting tube the right way around. Sew on your straps

True bad boys don't want girls who they can boss around. They want girls who are confident enough to stand up to them and to believe in their relationship without questioning them every two seconds. If you want to keep your bad boy hooked, then you have to wow him with your confidence, showing him how happy you are with how you look, who you are, and what you do. Work on projecting a positive energy that shows that you're content with being yourself and don't need anybody for validation. Focus on the positive and talk about the things that make you happy instead of complaining about things that aren't perfect. Don't gossip about other girls or you'll look insecure. Instead, praise them and the bad boy will be impressed. Avoid seeking validation. Don't act like you're only beautiful or smart or interesting if he says so. To keep your bad boy interested, you should take charge of the relationship. Don't let him make all the calls, tell you where and when you'll be going on your date, or be the one who calls first all the time. Show him that you know what you want and that you won't go on a date last-minute because you've made other plans; don't let him take you to a bike show if you'd rather be out to dinner, and don't make him think that he has total control over you or he'll lose interest pretty fast. You don't have to take charge with every situation or that may get tiring, but you should try to take charge at least as much as he does. Bad boys want girls with a thick skin and they don't want to worry about whether or not they hurt your feelings every two seconds. Of course, if the bad boy is thoughtless or even verbally abusive, then you should ditch him ASAP, but if he treats you well, then you shouldn't second guess everything he says or does and be on the verge of tears if something doesn't go as planned. You can show him your softer side as you get to know each other, but it's good to work on keeping that skin nice and thick so the bad boy knows he can roll with you. If you get upset every time he teases you or feel emotional if he's five minutes late, then you'll come off as a bit weak and insecure. Learn to roll with the punches and only get upset when you have a legitimate reason to get upset. Of course, if he gets in the habit of being late all the time, then you should say something, but avoid getting prematurely upset or throwing a scene over something insignificant. Real bad boys want girls who give them a run for their money. You should show him that you're skilled and savvy and that you're not looking for a man to teach you how to do everything. While no relationship is great if you're constantly questioning your partner, if you keep him on his toes, he'll be even more interested in you. Don't get too comfortable with him and let him know that you want him to be dynamic and interesting and that you won't settle for less. If he takes you to the pool hall, don't let him wrap his arms around you and show you how to play; instead, beat him at his own game. If he cites a fact about Metallica that you just know is false, don't be afraid of calling him out on it instead of taking everything he says at face value. You may think that all bad boys only want bad girls, but in fact, a lot of them like girls who are more innocent-seeming, or who just like to do their own thing. If you'd already call yourself a bad girl, then keep doing what you're doing, but don't feel compelled to wear black leather or dark makeup, to smoke cigarettes, or to curse a lot if that's not really who you are. Bad boys are much more attracted to girls who are true to who they are than those who try to be someone they're not. Most bad boys are just as attracted to good girls as they are to bad girls, so you shouldn't worry too much about changing your image. In fact, sometimes bad boys and bad girls can be too much alike to be compatible. Bad boys have low tolerance for fakeness, and if you try to be someone other than who you are, then they'll be able to tell. If you're really cool and hip, then the bad boy will know it without you having to say so. Avoid talking about how much your bike costs, how you're best friends with the lead drummer of your favorite death metal band, or how you're the best tattoo artists in East Oakland. Instead, let him figure out how awesome you are for himself. If you brag too much, that'll be a sign that you're just trying too hard to prove yourself. A true bad boy doesn't brag or show off, either. He doesn't like people who feel the need to talk themselves up too much.
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One-sentence summary -- Wow him with your confidence. Take charge. Be tough. Challenge him. Don't try to be a bad girl if you're not. Avoid showing off.

Anyone can act heroic by recognizing when someone else is in need and taking action to help them. For example, if you see your neighbor struggling with shoveling snow from their driveway, offer to help. This might not seem like a significant gesture, but to your neighbor, who might be suffering from an illness or injury, you have acted heroic. Whether it's a friend, colleague, or family member, reaching out and supporting someone when they are in a rough place is a heroic act. For example, if you have a friend who is dealing with a divorce, offer to talk a weekly walk with her. Listen to her and be supportive. People around the world suffer from bullying each day. This can happen in a seventh-grade classroom or in a boardroom at a Fortune 500 company. No matter the venue, it is important to act heroic and take a stand if you witness someone being bullied. If you see someone being bullied at school, step in and say, "Jeremy, it's not okay that you're making fun of Liz." If you witness bullying at work, consider stepping in and reporting the behavior to your supervisor. Standing up against racism can help support the victim. It also can demonstrate to the perpetrator that their behavior is unacceptable; it can even stop the perpetrator from engaging in racist acts in the future. If you see racist behavior in public, say something. It can be as straightforward as asking, "Why don't you leave her alone?" If you don't feel safe, tell someone who might be able to help like a security guard or bus driver. If you witness racist behavior online, report it. If the perpetrator is a friend, say something like, "Your Facebook post is racist. It is not okay to make fun of someone because they are Asian American." Discrimination and harassment based on sex is unfortunately a regular occurrence. If you witness sexism, take a stand and speak up. You can act heroic by responding to sexism at work, at school, and in public. If your boss is making sexist comments about your co-worker, report the behavior to human resources or through the appropriate channels. You might also consider joining a community group or even participating in local politics. At the very least, stay up to date on local news, politics, and events to stay in the loop and learn about ways that you can help.
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Notice when someone needs help. Support someone in need. Stand up to bullying. Take a stand against racism. Stand up to sexism. Get involved in your community.