3. Cut a cross section pattern with your exacto knife into the back of the belt. Do NOT cut through the belt. Use a heat gun to expand the lines.This cross pattern allows glue to seep in and allows a better hold to the strip of non-stretch fabric you glue to the back. The fabric...
Classic t-shirts are usually finished in a crewneck style, but you don’t want this style in an undershirt. This particular neckline is cut way too high, therefore is guaranteed to either peek out of an open shirt collar, or create an unsightly, lumpy ring around your neck when worn wit...
Hairspray is a commonly used tool to remove ink and permanent marker from clothing, although some of its effectiveness has waned over the years. Many brands have changed their formulations to reduce or eliminate alcohol, so read the label before plunking down payment. Any hairspray that's labeled...
Brown paper bags supplied at markets are nowhere near sturdy enough to survive the bottom of your backpack. To avoid picking oats out of the backpack lining for breakfast, put your food into Tupperware containers. Beeswax wraps are good for storing sandwiches and energy balls. They’re light, ...
It’s the perfect weight for fall days where a single t-shirt might not cut it, but the temperature hasn’t dropped too much. Smartwool Merino Thermal Quarter ZipWhile wool is usually used as a next-to-skin base layer in winter hiking outfits, it makes a great mid-layer for fall ...
Too large a size causing the shirt to billow and crease. Shirt is flush to the torso but loose enough not to restrict movement. Blazers & Suit Jackets About 2cm of shirtcollarshould be revealed by the jacket collar. The shoulderseamshould lie on the edge of your shoulder. The aim is to...
So I’m starting a series affectionately titled “Tattuesdays.” Every Tuesday, for as long as it takes, I’ll explore some aspect of my reaction to Annemarie’s ink. My goal is to get un-stuck. Break through the barriers in my heart. I want to be able to look at the amazing youn...
Helping an abused cat heal is a project of love, a long one that can take years and even stretch across the cat's lifetime. Here are some practical tips for making this happen. Slow introductions As a formerly abused cat enters your life, you will have to introduce her or him to a...
Consuming carbonated beverages:The bubbles in soda or sparkling water can stretch your stomach as they release carbon dioxide gas. This stretching can trigger the diaphragm to contract involuntarily, resulting in hiccups. Swallowing air while talking or laughing:Engaging in conversation or laughter can ...
I also stock my pantry a little at a time, i.e., this week corn bread mix is 3/$1 so I’ll get 3. then when we have extra people for dinner, I’ll make cornbreak to round out the meal and can stretch the meat and veggies. ...