Q: Find a cloth pattern that matches your style and cut out enough to cover the container. Use a paintbrush to apply a layer of mod podge to both the back of the cloth and the plastic, then press your cloth into it. As it sets, apply another layer of mod podge over the top and let it dry. Try to tie the patterned cloth into the room itself, such as using polka-dotted fabric in a room with polka-dotted wallpaper or zebra-striped cloth in a room with black and white furniture. Patterned paper works great for containers that are translucent. Find a pattern you like and cut out enough to line the plastic. Smooth out the paper and apply a layer of mod podge to both it and the inside of the container. Stick it to the plastic and apply another coat on top, making sure the paper remains smooth. Try to use colors that match the container's environment, like bright pastels for a baby room or light, muted colors for a kitchen. Wash your container with dish soap and warm water. When dry, gently sand the surface with 220 to 300-grit sandpaper, then wipe it down with rubbing alcohol. Use painter's tape to cover areas you don't want to paint, then apply a coat of primer to the container. Once it has dried, you will be able to paint the plastic with spray, acrylic, or enamel paint. Use stencils to paint or spray specific designs onto your container, such as zig-zags or checkerboards. Duct tape is an incredibly versatile tool, and since it comes in many different colors and patterns, it provides a quick solution for spicing up drab plastic. Find a pattern of duct tape you like and simply press it onto the container. For small and portable containers, a small amount of duct tape will add personality without bulk.
A: Use patterned cloth to cover the container. Use patterned paper to line the container. Use paint to add color to your container. Use patterned duct tape as a simple decoration.

Article: Since sage has a thick leaf, it dries well off of the stalk. Gently pull off each leaf and place it on a clean towel. You could also use sharp scissors to cut the leaves from the stalk, but this is more time consuming. Check each leaf to make sure it's healthy. Otherwise, your sage may not taste right, spoiling any dish you season with it. Insects are common on herbs, including sage. Look over each leaf to make sure there are no obvious signs of insects, such as bugs crawling, webbing, or little white specs that could be eggs. You can remove insects, but it's best to discard any leaves that have webbing or possible eggs. Hold the sage under running water for a few seconds either in your hand or in a colander. Since sage leaves are larger, using a colander is an easy way to rinse the herbs. After the rinse, gently shake the sage and then place them on a clean, dry towel. Gently blot away the remaining dampness by pressing a 2nd clean towel over the herbs. Place the prepared herbs on a dry towel.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Pull the leaves from the stalk. Discard any damaged, soiled, or imperfect leaves. Inspect the leaves for insects. Rinse the leaves in cool water, shaking off any excess. Dry the sage with a clean towel.

Problem: Article: Doing the things you love to do is a simple way to feel great about yourself and appear unique and interesting to other people. Even if your hobbies don't seem like something other people would think are cool, spending some time doing them will make you happier and generally a nicer person to be around. For example, if you love to knit or crochet, spend a few minutes every day working on your latest creation. If you love playing the guitar, practice learning a few new songs. Bring up your hobbies in conversation when it's natural, but don't force other people to talk about them. For example, if someone mentions wanting to learn a musical instrument, you could say, "I play the guitar and it's so fun. I think you could be really good!" Try a new sport, join the band, or run for student council. Even if you're not very good, trying new things will help you meet new people, and make people see you as a girl who's willing to open herself up. Knowing what's going on in the world and in your community will help you contribute to conversations in an informed and mature way and help you show off your smarts without bragging. Use an online news roundup or catch the nightly news a few times a week. You can also use a news app or follow outlets on social media. Know what's going on around your school and hometown too, so that when someone has a question about any current news, you have your own unique perspective to provide. Try not to leave your old friends behind once you've started expanding your friend circle. Besides losing loyal friends, you'll come off as a social climber--people will see you as someone who just wants shallow popularity and doesn't care about making real connections.
Summary: Immerse yourself in your interests. Join new activities. Stay up-to-date on news. Remember the friends who have been there from the start.

Q: Tell the casting director and anyone else watching that you appreciate their time and look forward to hearing back. Smile, shake their hands if offered, and walk out with your head held high. Last impressions are just as important as first impressions for projecting a confident atmosphere. Auditioning takes a great deal of courage and self-confidence. Pat yourself on the back for putting yourself out there, and take pride in doing your best. Rejection can weigh you down. If you're not careful, it can even decrease your confidence in future auditions. Feeling disappointed is normal, but remember that you can't read the casting director's mind. You don't know how they came upon their decisions. Auditioning is more than finding the best performers: it's also choosing people who fit the part. They may not have been looking for someone who looks like you or acts like you.You might not be a good fit for this production, but you have other opportunities. For example, Tom Hiddleston makes an excellent Loki, but he initially tried out for the role of Thor. His audition was rejected because he just didn't have what the directors were looking for. You might not be the right fit for this piece, but you could fit perfectly somewhere else. If you have a bad audition, write down all of your thoughts afterwards. What did you do right? What could have gone better? Make your weaknesses strengths so that you'll be ready for your next audition. If you think you need professional help, hire an performance coach or attend local workshops. With experience comes improvement. You can't help but improve when you train.
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Thank your casting director when you have finished. Congratulate yourself on every audition, whether or not you got the part. Don't take it personally if you are not casted. Learn from your mistakes.