Problem: Article: You will need a large piece of duck cloth (you can generally purchase swaths of duck cloth that are 7 inches wide and 56 inches long.) You will also need scissors, a ruler, a sewing machine, fabric glue, a bag of feed corn, and a digital baking scale. You can also use a needle and thread if you do not have a sewing machine. Using your ruler, measure out 7 inches (17.8cm) at a time to make sure you are accurate. You should make 8 of these squares. Using either a sewing machine or a needle and thread, sew 3 of the sides closed. Keep in mind that you should be sewing 1/2 an inch in from the edge of the squares. Only do this on the sides that you have sewn up. Even though you have sewed these sides, gluing the extra fabric together will make it less likely that your bean bags will leak. Again, flipping your bag inside out makes it less likely that your corn will leak out. Place the feed corn onto your digital baking scale and add or remove corn until it weighs 15.5 ounces. Then put the corn into the bag. If you do not have a digital baking scale, 2 cups of feed corn is very close to 15.5 ounces. It may not be exact but it will be close enough. Fold the 12 inch (1.3cm) edges into the bag and hold closed. You can use a pin to hold the edges closed. Try to place your stitches as close to the edge as possible. Doing this will make the bag as evenly sized as possible.
Summary: Gather your supplies. Cut the duck cloth into 7-inch by 7-inch squares. Match 2 of the squares up so that they are perfectly aligned. Put a line of fabric glue in between the edges of the two squares. Flip your bag inside out. Add 15.5 ounces of feed corn to each bag. Measure 1/2 an inch in on the side that is still open. Sew the final side shut.

Problem: Article: If you want to get more wear out of your denim dress, consider layering a tee shirt under it. It's an ideal option with a tank style dress, but you can also do it with short and three-quarter sleeve styles. With a tank style denim dress, you can layer a short sleeve tee, tank top, or camisole under it. In cooler weather, a long-sleeve tee is a good option. With a short- or three-quarter sleeve dress, layer a long-sleeve tee underneath it. You may also want to layer a tank top, camisole, or short-sleeve tee under a denim dress with any sleeve length to provide more coverage for your chest. In cooler weather, you may want to add a layer over your dress to keep warm. Wear a cardigan or a fitted blazer over the dress to give it a more polished look. For a more dramatic look, layer a flowy duster over your dress. While you can wear nearly any jacket over a denim dress, it's best to avoid a denim style. Too much denim can give you a dated look. You can also layer a sweater or shirt over the top of your dress and use it as a skirt if you prefer. While denim dresses are usually popular in warmer weather, you can easily transition yours to cooler weather by wearing tights with it. Tights in neutral colors, such as black, gray, and brown, work best with denim, but you can also use a bolder color. Boots pair especially well with a denim dress and tights. Both to the knee and ankle styles are flattering options. If you want more coverage for your legs in cooler weather, you can substitute leggings for tights with your denim dress.
Summary: Wear a tee shirt underneath the dress. Add a jacket over the dress. Pair the dress with tights.

Problem: Article: If you want to be cool be in middle school, you have to pay attention to how you lookand smell. To make sure you're always fresh and clean, brush your teeth and wash your face every morning and night, shower or bathe every day, and put on a combination antiperspirant and deodorant after you get out of the bath. An antiperspirant helps reduce how much you sweat, while a deodorant helps prevent body odors from forming. Shampoo your hair every 2-3 days, or more often if it starts to look oily between washes. In addition to brushing twice a day, you should also floss your teeth every night to remove plaque that can lead to problems like bad breath or cavities. Having a great hairstyle instantly makes you look cooler, but looking nice usually takes at least a little work. Every morning when you're getting ready, spend a few minutes taking care of your hair. Depending on your style, that might just mean combing your hair or smoothing it out with your fingers, or it might mean wearing your hair up or adding hair accessories. You can use styling products like gel, mousse, or salt spray to help you style your hair, but remember to only use a little bit of product or your hair will look wet and greasy. If you have a hair straightener or a curling iron, you can use these tools to style your hair each day. However, heat can be very damaging to your hair, so it's best to wear your hair in its natural texture at least some of the time. When you get your hair cut or trimmed, ask your stylist to help you find a hairstyle that will suit your face. If you're not sure how to style your new cut, ask the stylist to show you before you leave! Whether you have to wear a uniform or you can wear your own clothes to school, if you want to be cool, you should wear clothes that are clean and free of wrinkles. Also, for the most flattering fit, choose clothes that skim loosely across your body without being too tight or too baggy. Dirty clothes can smell bad, and wrinkles will make you look sloppy. If you can wear your own clothes to school, keep it casual most days by wearing jeans or shorts and a T-shirt. In cool weather, add a hoodie or a sweater to keep warm. If you want to dress up, like if you have to give a presentation in front of your class, try wearing khaki pants and a button-down or collared shirt. If you have a more feminine style, you might wear a dress, instead. Accessories are an easy way to make an outfit cooler. When you're shopping for clothing, check out the accessories as well, and look for pieces that you feel reflect your personality. Then when you get dressed every day, pick 1 or 2 accessories that match what you're wearing. Try adding a canvas belt and cool sneakers to make jeans and a T-shirt look more interesting. If you wear a uniform, you might show your style with a stylish bracelet, watch, necklace, scarf, colorful socks, or a fun belt. Just make sure it follows your school's dress code! Look at your favorite celebrities and style icons for outfit and accessory ideas. A lot of kids start experimenting with makeup in middle school for the very first time. You can use concealer, powder, and blush to smooth out or brighten your complexion. If you want to define your eyes, lightly line your eyes with eyeliner and apply a little eyeshadow to your eyelids. Then, try a light coat of mascara on your lashes. As you're experimenting with makeup, keep in mind that usually, the more natural you look, the better. If you look like you're trying too hard to change your appearance, you might seem like you're not self-confident. Remember, if you want other people to think you're cool, first, they have to believe that YOU think you're cool!
Summary:
Take good care of your personal hygiene. Style your hair each day. Wear clean clothes that fit well. Add trendy accessories to your outfit. Wear light makeup if you wear any.