Problem: Article: Ash wears a jacket that is blue on top and white on the bottom. The jacket could be substituted for a solid blue or jean jacket. The jacket is best if it's blue with yellow buttons. Should you feel the urge to take the jacket off, Ash wears a solid black shirt underneath.
Summary: Wear a jacket. Put on a black T-shirt with a white collar and short sleeves.

Problem: Article: Making inserts in your holster will help stiffen it. This helps hold your weapon safely and securely. You're going to need a right, left, and top insert. Simply trace the sides and top of your weapon with a marker onto the inside of your leather. Rough cut it to be the size of your weapon. Cut it with your razor knife. Place a piece of spare leather between the leather that you're cutting and the table. This protects your table and your razor blade. Cut it bigger rather than smaller. Cut along the outside of the line that you've traced. This way you can match them up and cut them down until they are perfect. It is possible to cut them down more and more, but if you start off by cutting too much off, you can't add to it. After a few hours, go get your holster. It will still be damp, but when you take off the clamps, it should be starting to hold the shape of your mold. Dampen the outer piece of the holster once again. You want it about as damp as the original time that you dampened it. This means it will be wet, but won't leave water on your hand when you touch it. Use the empty weapon instead of your mold this time. It will give the leather a better fit around it. Use your stretching blocks and re-clamp them over your holster with the mold and inserts inside. Place your holster back in the sun to dry. The longer you let it sit and dry, the better shape it will hold on its own. If you don't let the leather set in the proper position, your weapon won't fit correctly. This could cause it to fall out of the holster, or it could create difficulty for you when trying to get it out.
Summary: Stiffen your holster. Cut your inserts. Get your leather holster from outside. Place your inserts on the inside of the leather, around your weapon. Let it sit for 24-48 hours.

Problem: Article: Reiki is a Japanese healing technique that was developed in the 1920s by a Buddhist monk named Mikao Usui. Like many other forms of energy healing, Reiki involves the practitioner gently touching various points on the patient's body. Scientific studies of Reiki therapy have demonstrated that it is effective for reducing pain, anxiety, fatigue, and stress, and that it may be especially useful for patients dealing with chronic illnesses or recovering from difficult surgeries. Read up on the history and therapeutic benefits of Reiki at the Center for Reiki Research website: http://www.centerforreikiresearch.org/ In order to become a Reiki practitioner, you must learn from a qualified Reiki master. While there is no one organization or governing body that determines who can be qualified to practice Reiki, there are a variety of private companies and organizations that offer Reiki training, certification, and licensing. Ask around among people you know who practice Reiki to find out where they trained, or do an online search for Reiki training in your area. You can search for a teacher or practitioner registered through the International Association of Reiki Professionals here: https://iarp.org/find-reiki-practitioner-teacher/ Although the stages of Reiki training may vary depending on your school or instructor, it is typically taught in 3 stages or "degrees." The first degree focuses on teaching students simple techniques that they can use on themselves and friends or family. You will learn about the history and precepts of Reiki, as well as basic healing techniques. First-degree training typically takes only 8-12 hours to complete, although some beginning courses may take longer (e.g., 1-2 days). The cost of first-degree or beginning Reiki training may vary depending on your teacher or school, but introductory classes often cost around $200 USD. Training may include the basics of hand placement, meditation techniques, and hands-on practice. In many Reiki training programs, the second stage of learning involves the use of distance healing. These techniques emphasize using mental focus for indirect manipulation of energies, rather than directly laying hands on the body. These techniques may be useful in situations where direct touch is inappropriate or impossible (e.g., for relieving pain from open wounds). Different instructors or schools may have different prerequisites for second-degree training. For example, you may be required to have practiced first-degree Reiki self-care for at least 6 months or to have completed a certain number of supervised clinical practice sessions. Check with your teacher or school to find out how long the training lasts and how much it will cost. Second-degree training may last 1-2 days to over a week, with prices varying from around $300 USD to $600 USD or more. The third and final level of Reiki training is mastery. Once you become a qualified Reiki master, you can both practice Reiki and teach it to others. The training required to become a Reiki master is in-depth, and may take a year or more to complete. The cost of Reiki master training may vary depending on your school or teacher, but master programs can cost around $1600 USD. There are many different ways to practice Reiki. Some people may prefer to limit their practice to self-care and therapy for family and friends. However, if you are a more advanced practitioner, you might consider operating a private practice from your home or a rented space. Some physical therapists or healthcare providers also choose to incorporate Reiki into their regular practice. If you choose to become a private practitioner, consider purchasing professional liability insurance. If you'd rather not try to set up your own business, consider working or volunteering with a clinic, hospital, physical therapy center, gym, or yoga center in your area that offers energy healing or holistic medicine services. Consider becoming a member of a professional organization, such as the International Association of Reiki Professionals (IARP). Members of the IARP must be practitioners (at any level) or teachers of Reiki, and must pay a membership fee. The basic yearly fee is $169 USD.
Summary: Familiarize yourself with Reiki. Find a Reiki master in your area. Take a first-degree training class to learn the basics of Reiki. Complete a second-degree course to learn more advanced techniques. Become a Reiki master with third degree training. Establish your Reiki practice.

Problem: Article: If you want a lacy effect that will also help the scarf lay flat, add 6 stitches to your scarf when you cast on. Knit the first stitch, wrap the yarn around your needle and use it to knit the next 2 stitches together. Work the pattern across the row until you get to the last 3 stitches. Then K2, yarn over, and K1. For the following row, purl the first 3 stitches before you work the scarf pattern and purl the last 3 stitches.Repeat this for the rest of the scarf to create lace-like gaps for the border. You can add a few stitches to both ends of your scarf to prevent curling without creating the look of a noticeable border. For one of the simplest selvedges, cast on 4 stitches more than what your pattern calls for. Knit the first 2 stitches of every row and then work the pattern as directed. When you get to the last 2 stitches, knit each of them. Repeat this for every row of your scarf to make a double garter selvedge edge.
Summary:
Make a decorative lacy border. Knit a selvedge if you don't want a large border.