Before removing the bearings, prepare a level, safe place where these can dry. Lay down paper towel or a rag, remove the bearings, and allow enough time to pass until completely dry.
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One-sentence summary -- Remove and dry the bearings.

Gather the documentation you need to prove what happened, like your paperwork, receipts, or product information. Additionally, note the date it happened, who you've talked to so far, and any other relevant information you may be asked to give. This will help you accurately answer questions and can help you feel more confident about your complaint. If you're complaining about a bad product, you'd need your receipt, the product information, and details about what's wrong with it. If you're complaining about a meal, you'd want your receipt, the date and time of the incident, the names of people involved, and a list of the problems you experienced. If you're complaining about an incident at work, collect any paperwork you have to back you up, the date of the incident, the names of the people involved in the incident, and the details of what happened. Briefly describe the incident that you're complaining about. Give a condensed summary about this issue so that the person understands what it's about. This will let them decide if they can help you or not. You might say, "Earlier today I ordered takeout from your restaurant, but half of my order is missing," or "Last week Doug told a joke about a sex act, and several people laughed. Now I'm feeling uncomfortable in the break room." Ask the person for a remedy to help you be whole again. Be direct and specific about what you want. Additionally, make sure you ask for something that's reasonable considering what happened. You might say, "I want a refund for the items that weren't provided in my order, and I'd like to receive a replacement order right now," or "I think it would be helpful if the entire staff participated in a sensitivity training workshop so everyone knows dirty jokes aren't appropriate." While the person you're complaining to might want to help, it's possible that they don't have permission to do so. It's best to ask them early on in your conversation if this is something they can do so you can save time. If they can't help you, ask for a supervisor. You might say, "Is this something you can help resolve?" If they say no, say, "Thank you for your help so far, but I need to talk to a supervisor." The first few people you talk to may not be able to solve your problem, but someone at the company will be. Keep asking to speak to a supervisor until you find the person who can help. Each time you speak to a new person, tell them what happened and what you want. Some companies are more responsive to complaints than others. However, you can get results if you're persistent.
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One-sentence summary -- Organize the details of the incident before you complain. Tell the representative what happened. Explain what you want them to do about it. Ask the representative if they can help you. Request to speak to a supervisor if you don't get what you want.

Pinch the end of the thread between your thumb and index finger. You can let about 4 inches (10cm) of the tail hang down past the point where you're pinching. Keep holding the end of the thread in place so your loop doesn't fall apart. Wind the thread clockwise around your hand to make a loop that's about 3 to 4 inches (7.6 to 10.2cm) at its widest point. You don't want the loop to slide off your fingers while you're passing the shuttle through it. To keep it in place, catch the thread with your pinky finger and try to keep it pressed against your palm. If you prefer, you can wrap the thread around your pinky finger a few times to secure it. Now that you've wound the shuttle and are holding the thread correctly, you can make rings, double stitches, and chains. Start with simple beginner projects to build your confidence before moving onto more advanced projects. Some shuttles come with a point or hook on 1 end. You can use this to pull out or loosen stitches if you make a mistake.
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One-sentence summary -- Hold the end of the thread with your non-dominant hand. Wrap the end of the thread into a wide loop around your fingers. Bend your pinky finger to catch the thread. Practice tatting with the shuttle.

Your dance solo should be geared towards your audience. For example, if you're auditioning for a highly technical dance company, the goal of your dance solo may be to present your advanced technical ability. On the other hand, a dance solo for a community event may be geared solely towards entertaining others. The music and movement needs to reflect the aim of your solo. For example, if you choreograph a fun and easy solo, it might not be the best choice to perform for an audition that requires displaying your technical ability. If you choreograph and highly technical and difficult solo, it might not be appreciated as much by an audience that is just looking to be entertained and doesn't have knowledge about the technicalities of dance. For example, choose a ballet, jazz, modern, or tap routine. Some choreographic pieces are intended to dazzle through high-energy movements. Others dancers are meant to move others through awe-inspiring gracefulness. With the goal of your solo in mind, consider the type of dance and movement that would be beftyou're your dance ability and audience. If you've never had ballet training, but want a slower, awe-inspiring routine, you may want to try modern or contemporary dance. If you want a fun, high-energy solo, go for tap, jazz, or hip hop. When auditioning for a traditional ballet company, select classical music or a piece that you would commonly dance to in your ballet classes. If you will perform the dance solo at a social or community event, choose music that will appeal to audience members. Try to pick a song that you would enjoy listening and dancing to. Some contemporary dances are performed to recitation of words, or in the case of a step dance, you would create your own music through clapping and stomping. Choreographing and then practicing a dance solo will take time and effort. Set aside an amount of time to work on your routine. You can practice for an hour five days or just a few days a week. Begin working on your routine early enough so that you will feel comfortable with your solo by performance time. Beginning your solo a couple of months ahead of performance time is ideal. The best place to practice is at a dance studio. If you are a member of a dance studio, ask if you can use the space for practice time. Some studios will allow you to rent the space for practice even if you aren't a member. Practicing in a place with clean, hard floors is okay if you don't have a studio available to you. You should only practice on vinyl or hardwood floors if you are dancing in pointe shoes. If you're not dancing in a studio space, make sure the floor will not damage your dancing shoes.
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Adjust the solo to your intended audience. Choose your form of dance. Select appropriate music. Plan practice time. Designate a place to practice.