Write an article based on this "Check the shoe's tag or label to see if it's safe to put in your dryer. Close the door so the laces stick out from the top. Run your dryer on low heat so you don't damage your shoes."
article: Certain materials, like leather or gel-core inserts, can get damaged by the heat of your dryer. Look at the tag underneath the shoe's tongue or on their original box to see if they are dryer-safe. If you aren't able to put your shoes in the dryer, then use another method to dry them. If you still aren't sure whether or not your shoes can go in the dryer, assume that they aren't dryer-safe so you don't accidentally damage them. Don't use the dryer if you have running shoes or your shoes are made of leather since the heat will damage them. Slowly close your door, making sure your shoes stay in the center of the door. Keep the knot you tied in the laces above the top of the dryer door so your shoes don't slip further inside. Once the door is sealed, your shoes won't tumble around as your dryer spins so you don't damage anything. You can also buy shoe racks that sit in your dryer if you don't want to hang them from the door. Set your dryer to the lowest heat setting possible to reduce any amount of damage to your shoes. Let the dryer run for a full cycle before checking your shoes. If they still feel wet, run them for an additional 20-30 minutes at a time until they're dry inside and out. Never use high heat when you're drying your shoes since you could weaken glue or rubber and make your shoes break apart faster. The heat from your dryer may increase your shoes' odor.

Write an article based on this "Choose a ribbon color and style. Curl ribbon with scissors, if desired. Set up the balloons individually or in bunches. Buy or make balloon weights."
article: A good length for balloon ribbons is 48 to 57 inches (120 to 140cm) per balloon. You can match the ribbon color to the balloon color, or opt for a neutral like ivory or white. Formal occasions like weddings and anniversaries generally use the latter. Pinch the scissor blade against the dull side of the ribbon with one hand. With the other hand, pull the length of the ribbon tautly across the scissor blade in one long stroke. Repeat if the ribbon doesn't curl on the first attempt. Placing balloons in very large or small bunches may reduce their impact. Consider arranging balloons in bunches the size of five to eight balloons apiece. You may want to mix balloon colors, or even use bunches that contain both foil and helium balloons. Buy balloon weights at party stores or discount store retailers. To make balloon weights, pour sand onto a sheet of mylar paper and secure it with curled ribbon. For making your own balloon weights, cut sheets of metallic paper down to twelve inches by twelve inches. One cupful of sand should support up to six balloons. If you're purchasing balloon weights at a party supply store, an employee should be able to tell you how many balloons their weights can hold. Alternately, consult a helium height and weight chart for balloons.

Write an article based on this "Learn basic strategy Get so good at blackjack it's like breathing. Familiarize yourself with the concept of counting cards."
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. First things first, you can't really be an effective card counter if you don't know the ins and outs of basic blackjack strategy. Sure, you could count the cards, but it wouldn't result in you winning anything. Try to walk before you run. It's in your favor to practice in casinos, if you plan on counting cards at casinos. Unlike at your kitchen table, there are a ton of other factors going on that must be considered -- like hiding the fact that you're hustling everyone. When you play blackjack with a well-practiced strategy, you get the house's advantage to relatively 0. All casino games are in favor of the house, so this 0 is pretty good! You should be a machine when it comes to this game, spitting out the best thing to do in split seconds. You shouldn't need a book open, you shouldn't need a second to think, and you should be able to do it with one eye closed and both arms tied behind your back. Knowing this game like the back of your hand is the only way you'll make money. Counting cards gives you a one percent edge. If you're betting $100, that's $1 you make per hand. The only way this 1% will result in you banking millions is if you have it down to a legitimate art. General strategy for card counting uses the Hi-Lo strategy. High cards are given a specific value (-1) and low cards are given a specific value (+1). When added up, they total the running count. That's it. The simpler you can keep it, the less your brain will want to explode -- so think of this simplicity as a good thing. Understand why card counting works. It works because high cards (tens) improve a player's chances of hitting a blackjack, which pays out at 3:2. They also increase the dealer's chances of going "bust." Low cards, on the other hand, are bad for the player (who wants a blackjack and to beat the house) but good for the dealer (they prevent them from busting on 16 or lower).