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Check to make sure the hairband is holding the bun securely. If it seems loose, take a second hairband and wrap it tightly around the looped bun to hold it in place. The larger your side sections, the larger your braids will be. If you want small, fine braids, separate just a half-inch or so of hair from each side. For thick, milkmaid-style braids, separate one to two inches. Ballerina buns are usually positioned right on top of the head, but you could just as easily position your bun further back on your head....

Depending on the size of your mug, the amount of milk you wish to add, and your own personal tastes, reduce the amount of coffee and/or water as needed. Times may vary depending on the amount of milk used and your microwave. Generally, it should take less than a minute. If you have instant espresso, try substituting a ½ teaspoon of the regular coffee with a ½ teaspoon of espresso....

70% rubbing alcohol is a high concentration. If you can’t find a lower concentration, dilute it to make a mixture that is one part water, 2 parts 70% rubbing alcohol. If you did use gloves to soak the cotton ball in the rubbing alcohol, take off the gloves, making sure not to transfer the rubbing alcohol to your hands. Your cotton ball is now ready to be set aflame! Make sure that you are using a T-shirt that is 100% cotton....

2 potatoes, any variety 2 pieces of copper wire 2 galvanized nails 3 alligator clip assemblies (each should be 2 clips connected by wire) A 1-2 volt digital clock If the clock does not have the positive (+) and negative (-) battery connectors labeled, mark them yourself using a permanent marker based on the way the batteries were connected. If they are labeled, the positive end will be marked with a “+” and the negative will be labeled with a “-“....

Put a pencil into the loop and then try to pull it apart. It should hold firm under a fair amount of pressure. You can use pliers to clamp the wires together for added stability. You can also tie the wire to the post, or use a staple gun to secure it to the wood. You want to have roughly a foot of wire between the post and your snare. Tug on your wire to make sure it is attached to the post and does not come out easily....

A shaker is a metal tumbler or glass meant for mixing drinks in. Do not use an actual glass for this. The order you add the ingredients in is not important. The ice cubes that come from a standard-sized ice cube stray should be just fine. They are typically around 1 by 2 inches (2. 5 by 5. 1 cm). Shake the cocktail shaker hard enough that you can hear the ice rattling around inside....

Some cameras work better with certain types of lights. For example, dim lighting may not show up well on a web cam, but it might on a higher-quality camera. Take a few practice shoots and experiment with different types of lighting. If you’ve never made a sexy video before, dark or dim lighting may make you feel more comfortable. If you’re filming with another person, keep in mind that lighting can create shadows....

If you don’t have a paid version of Microsoft Office, you can use the free online version at https://www. office. com to create a basic spreadsheet. You’ll just need to sign in with your Microsoft account and click Excel in the row of icons. When you make more complex spreadsheets, you can add another sheet by clicking + next to the first sheet. Use the bottom tabs to switch between spreadsheets....

Instead of Hot sauce, you could use ginger beer. 8 ounces (240 milliliters) Stout ½ ounce (15 milliliters) Irish Cream ½ ounce (15 milliliters) Irish whiskey ½ ounce (15 milliliters) Vodka ⅔ ounce (20 milliliters) Everclear ⅔ ounce (20 milliliters) Blue Curaçao ⅔ ounce (20 milliliters) Bacardi 151 Proof Rum ¼ ounce (7. 5 milliliters) Sour Apple Pucker schnapps ¼ ounce (7. 5 milliliters) Watermelon Pucker schnapps ¼ ounce (7. 5 milliliters) Island Blue Pucker schnapps ¼ ounce (7....

If you are using two fingers, wrap the yarn 100 to 125 times. If you are using three fingers, wrap the yarn 125 to 150 times. The more you wrap, the bigger and thicker your pompom is going to be. [5] X Expert Source Nicole BolinCrafts & DIY Specialist Expert Interview. 29 October 2020. You can choose to snip off the excess pieces of yarn, or you can tie the ends into a loop so that you can hang it....

Each lemon or lime contains about 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of juice, so you’ll need roughly eight lemons and eight limes to produce a cup (235 ml) each of juice. [2] X Research source Instead of fresh juice, you can also use drink crystals to flavor the sports drink. Most commercial sports drinks contain about 6 percent carbohydrates, which is why you need this specific quantity of sugar per 2 liters (2....

Cut out the strands to the length you wish. Keep in mind, as you’ll be knotting during the process, the original length of of your threads will be shorter than the final product. Lie your threads out side-by-side on a flat surface to start. As you move forward, you’ll have to use specialized types of knots. However, at this point that is not necessary. Just use a basic knot, like a knot you’d use when tying your shoes....

To be comparable to store-bought products like Purell or Germ-X in terms of effectiveness, the final product needs to be at least 65% alcohol. [1] X Trustworthy Source Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Main public health institute for the US, run by the Dept. of Health and Human Services Go to source Using 91% isopropyl alcohol will place your final product within that range. If you can find 99% isopropyl alcohol, choose that....

If your friends are up for it, ask if they’d like to camp out in your backyard. Set up tents and have the others bring sleeping bags and flashlights. You can also repurpose secondhand clothes and accessories. For example, work with a friend to customize a new outfit or just have fun trying on bizarre looks. If you need cheap supplies, get things from the dollar store or garage sales....

Text a friend the vital details. If you decide to go home with a man you don’t know, let someone know where you will be and who you will be with. You can send a text that says something like, “Spending the night with Bob Smith. Met at The Bar. Please check in with me if you don’t hear from me by 8 a. m. " Arrange this system ahead of time....

Make sure to choose a foundation or primer that matches your skin tone as closely as possible. You might need to blend the bronzer in around the edges of where you applied it to get a more natural look. Wipe off your makeup brush and sweep it back and forth across the bronzer to blend it in with the surrounding areas. Choose a highlighter that is 2 to 3 shades lighter than your skin tone....

You can add two tablespoons of Epsom salts to the foot bath or just use plain water. Keep the menthol/camphor on for 12 to 24 hours using a bandage or a small piece of gauze. This might be a little painful or strange at first, but it is necessary to lift the nail away from the skin to prevent it from growing deeper into the skin. High-heeled shoes may also cause ingrown toenails, so wear flats or low-heeled shoes as much as possible....

There is no hard and fast rule about how much and how often you can and should apply petroleum jelly to your cracked mouth. To start, though, apply a finger-sized dab and use as often as you would use any chapstick. [2] X Trustworthy Source American Academy of Dermatology Professional organization made of over 20,000 certified dermatologists Go to source While allergies are possible but rare, petroleum jelly is generally safe to use regardless of your underlying cause or condition, making it a great option for anyone dealing with cracks in the corners of their mouth....

The doctor’s exam will consist of a visual inspection of the knee, palpation and manipulation, looking for swelling and incorrect positioning or movement of the joint. [4] X Trustworthy Source PubMed Central Journal archive from the U. S. National Institutes of Health Go to source The doctor will likely obtain an x-ray before you leave to make sure you have not broken or fractured anything. Approximately 10% of kneecap dislocations are associated with a kneecap fracture....

Use your free hand as needed to position the pen in your writing hand. This can be helpful when you are first learning the grip. The tripod grip is the ideal grip to learn, and it will allow you to easily use all sorts of pens. Adjust your grip on the pen as needed until you feel comfortable. You don’t have to place your fingers exactly ⅓ of the way along the pen’s length....