| How to Cut Hair Straight Posted: 13 Oct 2017 05:00 PM PDT Cutting hair straight is simple, but there are a few bad habits that can create gradations and prevent that neat, blunt, straight-across cut. Cutting your own hair can seem exciting, but you are also more likely to mess up. If this is your first time cutting hair, be sure to invest in a good pair of hairdressing sheers, and cut off less than you think you want. Remember, you can always cut more if you want it shorter, but if you cut too much you can't add hair back! EditCutting Your Own Hair - Comb your hair out so that it is free of any knots or tangles. You can start with dry or damp hair. This method is most recommended for those who have straight hair. If you have wavy or curly hair, make sure your hair is wet before cutting.[1]
- Pull your hair back into a low ponytail. Part your hair down the middle. Pull it back into a low ponytail at the nape of your neck, then secure it with a hair tie. Make sure that the ponytail is neat and smooth, and that all you hairs are in the elastic.
- Tie another elastic a few inches/centimeters below the first one. Smooth your ponytail down as much as you can, then wrap another elastic around it. Depending on how long your hair is, and how short you plan on cutting it, you may need to add a third elastic below the second one.[2]
- Adding elastics gives you control before and as you cut.
- Hold the ponytail between your fingers where you want to cut it. Make a V-shape with your fore and middle fingers, then close your fingers around the ponytail. Slide your fingers down to where you want to cut the ponytail.[3]
- This will give you a slightly-rounded bottom edge. If you want to cut it straighter, you will need to slide your fingers further down so that you have room to make adjustments.
- Cut the ponytail below your fingers. Use sharp, hairdressing sheers for this step. Do not use regular scissors. Cut slowly and carefully, a little bit at a time.[4]
- Undo the ponytail and check the shape. Turn around so that your back is facing the mirror, and hold another mirror up in front of you. Your hair will either have a rounded bottom edge or a slight curve.[5] If this is not straight enough for you, proceed to the next step.
- Remove the hair tie and part your hair down the center. Extend the part to the nape of your neck, like making pigtails. Drape the left side of your hair over your left shoulder, and the right side over your right shoulder. Keep the strands that were on the back of your head on the outer edges as much as possible.[6]
- Pinch your hair between your fingers again. Choose a side to start with: left or right. Grab the hair from that side, then pinch it between your fore and middle fingers as you did earlier with the ponytail.[7]
- Pull your fingers downwards, angling them slightly. Slide you fingers down the length of the hair section to where you want to cut your hair. Angle your fingers upwards slightly, so that your finger tips are pointing up towards your shoulder. This will allow you to cut the hair from the back of your head shorter; when you brush your hair out, it will be the same length.[8]
- Make sure that the hair that came from the back of your head is on the outside of the section, next to your shoulder.
- Cut your hair below your fingers using the same method as before. Keep your hand and hair close against your shoulder as you cut. If you have very thick hair, you may need to split the section into smaller sections. Measure the new section against the previous one.
- Repeat the process for the other side of your hair. To ensure that you are cutting your hair at the same length, it would be a good idea to measure the uncut hair against the cut hair. Take the innermost strands from both the left and right sections. Note where the cut strand ends on the uncut strand with your fingers.[9]
EditCutting Someone Else's Hair - Start with wet hair. You don't have to wash the person's hair with shampoo and conditioner, but it needs to be wet. Have the person sit in a tall chair so that their hair is at a comfortable cutting level for you.
- Gather the top three-quarters of their hair into a bun. Use the handle of a rat-tail comb to create a neat part, then pull the hair into a bun at the top of their head. Clip the bun out of the way, or secure it with a hair tie. Leave the bottom portion of their loose.[10]
- Pinch a strand of hair from the bottom portion between your fingers. Make a V-shape with your forefinger and middle fingers. Close your fingers against a wide strand.
- You can also use a rat-tail comb to measure out the sections. This will prevent you from accidentally pulling down too hard on it.[11]
- Slide your fingers down the strand to where you want to cut. Keep your hand against the person's back and avoid creating any angle by pulling it away from the back. Your fingers should be parallel to the part you made earlier and the floor.[12]
- Do not twist your fingers upwards, flip the hair, or pull the strand away from the person's back. Doing so will cause a slight gradation.[13]
- Cut the hair off below your fingers. Use the length of your fingers as a guide. Make sure that you are using sharp, hairdressing sheers for this; do not use ordinary scissors.[14]
- Gather another section, and measure it up against the already-cut one. Take a wide section of hair. Add it to a few strands from the section that you already cut. Pinch the section between your fore and middle fingers, like before. Slide your fingers down until the bottom edge is level with the cut strand.[15]
- Cut the hair, then move onto the next section. Cut the strand until it is even with the already-cut strand. Let go of the hair, and take another section. Measure it up against the previous strand, and cut it. Continue in this manner until you have cut the entire bottom layer of hair.[16]
- Never pull the strands away from the person's back while cutting them. Keep them as close as possible to their back.
- Measure up the left and right sides in the front to ensure that they are even.
- Let down the next layer of hair. Use the handle of a rat-tail comb to create another neat, horizontal part. Leave enough hair so that you can still see part of the previous layer beneath it. Gather the rest of the hair into a bun once again.[17]
- Measure the upper layer against the bottom one while cutting it. Take a section of hair from the new layer. Add a thin strand from the bottom layer to it. Pinch the strand between your fingers, then run your fingers down until they are level with the already-cut strand. Cut the new strand below your fingers as before.[18]
- Cut the rest of your hair using the same techniques. Measure the new strands against the previous ones, and the new layer against the old one. Always keep your hand close to the person's back; do not pull their hair away from their back. Keep going until you have finished cutting the person's hair.[19]
- Dry the person's hair, then make any necessary adjustments. If you want to, you can wash the person's hair to get rid of any tiny snippets of hair. Blow dry the person's hair, then trim of any ends that stick out.[20]
- Do not flip or turn the hair upwards, otherwise you'll get a graduated cut.
- Keep your hand close to your shoulder/the person's back while cutting.
- Straight cuts aren't recommended for curly or wavy hair types due to the unique shape of each curl.
- If you have curly or wavy hair, and plan on straightening it, you should straighten it before cutting it.
- When in doubt, cut off too little. It is easier to cut off more later on. If you cut off too much, you'll have to wait for your hair to grow out.
- If you are cutting your own hair, consider getting a three-way mirror. This will allow you to easily see the back of your head without having to hold up a second mirror.
EditThings You'll Need EditCutting Your Own Hair - Brush or comb
- Hair tie
- Hairdressing shears
- Mirrors
EditCutting Someone Else's Hair - Rat-tail comb
- Hair clips
- Hairdressing sheers
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| How to Ignore Insults Posted: 13 Oct 2017 09:00 AM PDT When you are insulted by someone, you might feel embarrassed, hurt, or frustrated. Whether this person is your boss or a parent, the insults can really be damaging. Accepting their mean comment or responding aggressively can often make matters worse. Ignoring hateful comments is often the best route, but you might be struggling with how to do it. Tune out the haters by overlooking the insult, crafting a clever response, and finding ways to end the negativity. EditBeing Unbothered - Tune the insults out by daydreaming. When people begin to insult you, let your mind take you to another place. Start thinking about what you're going to have for dinner later or the last vacation. Once you refocus on the actual conversation, you'll feel more positive.
- Step away for a moment. For the insults that you can't ignore, step away from the situation. You don't have to sit around and be insulted by someone if you don't want to. If you feel that walking away is too rude, say that you have to go to the bathroom.[1]
- If a boss or parent is insulting you, walking away from them might not be the best choice. Stick it out and ask them what they would like you to do.
- Put in headphones. To tune someone out, listen to music or watch a show on your phone or tablet. The noise coming through the headphones will drown out any insults you might have heard.
- This will work particularly well if you are on the bus or walking somewhere.
- Engage in another activity. Check off something on your to-do list. Is your sister being a little frustrating? Begin washing the dishes. Is a kid in your class being rude? Pull out the book that you need to finish for class. If you show that you aren't listening, they may stop with their mean comments.[2]
- Pretend that you didn't hear the insult. Even if you can't tune them out, just pretend like you never even heard what they said. If they ask you if you heard them, tell them that you didn't. If they try to bring the insult up again, say "When did you say that? I didn't hear you."[3]
- Don't respond to insults online. If someone is being mean to you on social media, delete their comments. Don't keep rereading them, but instead block their messages or unfriend them. Put your phone or laptop down and take a break. Call up a friend to vent or talk to your mom about what's going on.[4]
- Remain calm. Above all, avoid getting emotional. Once you show emotion, they will know that they got to you and the insults may get worse. Keep your voice down, try not to cry, and take a few deep breaths. If you feel that you can't remain calm, step away until you feel more settled.[5]
- Practice self-care. Being insulted can be really tough on your emotional and mental health. Take some time each day to take care of you. Take care of your physical health by going for a run and eating nutritious foods. Take care of your mental health through meditation or joining a spiritual community.[6]
- Plan relaxing things to do each day like taking a hot bath or watching your favorite show.
- Reframe the insult. Even if you're able to shrug it off in the moment, your brain may have subconsciously soaked up the mean comment and let it stew. If you don't address the insult internally, it may lead to negative thoughts later on. Take away the power of the insult by coming up with a positive or even funny response, even if you only say it to yourself.
- For example, if someone insults your clothes, reframe it by asking yourself how much that person's opinion is actually worth. They're not a fashion expert, so their judgment doesn't really matter. If fashion isn't that important to you anyways, say to yourself, "Hey, at least I'm not wearing pajamas today!"
- Create a list of compliments people have given you. In order to combat the negativity this bully brings to you, keep a list of nice things about yourself. Did someone recently compliment you on your haircut? Put that on the list. Often get told that you are good at math? List that, too.[7]
- Keep this list on the notes section in your phone and read it to brighten your mood when you're being insulted.
EditSeeking Solutions - Avoid the person who insults you. Is this person someone that you have to see? If not, avoid them! Take an alternate route to class in the mornings. Avoid sitting near them during lunch. Do whatever you can, as long as it doesn't inconvenience you, to stay away from them.[8]
- If you can't avoid them, either ignore them, talk to them, or report them for their behavior.
- Enlist the help of a friend to intervene. If you know you have to be around an insulting person, find a friend to come with you. Tell them a little bit about what's going on and ask them to have your back in case things get negative.[9]
- Say "Do you remember me telling you about Tasha? Well, she's coming to the party tomorrow night. Can you come with me and have my back? I don't want to face her alone."
- Address the issue directly if they are affecting your life drastically. Though ignoring the problem might work well, sometimes a bully needs direct confrontation to stop the insults. Pull them aside to have a talk in private. Let them know that you want the negativity to stop.[10]
- Say "Thanks for agreeing to talk to me. I've noticed that in meetings, you insult my work a lot. Though I appreciate constructive feedback, your comments today were not helpful. Can you try to be more positive? If not, please don't critique my projects."
- Keep your social media private. Avoid random creeps commenting on your posts and pictures by only friending people you know. Make your pages private so that others cannot access your information.[11]
- Report the person if they are harassing you. If the person continues to harass you even when you are doing nothing to them, report them. If you feel anxious about going to work or school because of them, tell a teacher, supervisor, or other authority figure. Make a report through your school or via the Human Resources department at your job.
EditResponding in Clever Ways - Laugh at the insult. Instead of becoming visibly upset to being insulted, let out a small laugh instead. This will signal to the insulter that their words don't intimidate you. Your laugh also shows that you don't take their comment seriously.[12]
- Avoid laughing if your boss or parents insult you. Instead say "Why do you feel that way?" or "What can I do better?"
- Change the subject. If you feel an insult coming, switch the topic of conversation. Bring up the latest music, movies, or TV shows. Talk about news stories or the new assignment you got at work.[13]
- Say something like "Oh I forgot to tell you! I watched Game of Thrones the other day for the first time! I really liked it; I remember you said you liked it, too."
- Make a joke out of the situation. Laughter can help ease even the most tense moments. If someone insults you, find a way to make the situation funny. You do not need to insult them back to do this. Laughter can also help brighten your mood.[14]
- For instance, if they tease you about your glasses, make a comment like "Johnny, I've had glasses for seven years. Are you just now noticing? Maybe you need to borrow mine!"
- Accept the insult and move on. If you prefer not to walk away or joke about the insult, just accept it and move on. Make your response short and quick so that they understand that you will not engage. Simply say "Okay" or "Thank you for that" in response to them.[15]
- Compliment them. Another way to quickly shut down the insulter is to say something nice to them. This will throw them off because it is completely unexpected. Try to make the compliment somehow related to the insult that they gave you.[16]
- For instance, if they insult your shoes, you can say "I really like your shoes. They're cool. Where'd you get them?"
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| How to Zigzag Stitch Posted: 13 Oct 2017 01:00 AM PDT The zigzag stitch is a setting on standard and advanced sewing machines that you can use to create a secure hem or for decorative purposes. It is a simple stitch to use, but understanding how to set your machine to this setting, work with the stitch, and when to use it can be helpful. Try using this stitch on an upcoming sewing project to advance your sewing skills. EditSetting Your Sewing Machine - Thread the bobbin and needle. To get started, begin setting up your machine as usual. Thread the bobbin and needle as you normally do when preparing to use your sewing machine. Then, turn the hand wheel once so that the thread will catch.[1]
- Make sure that the thread tension is firm but not too tight as well. Having tension that is too tight may result in broken thread, while loose tension may result in sloppy stitches.
- You may use any type of thread for this stitch. The zigzag stitch is often used as a decorative one, so using a contrasting tread may produce an attractive result. For example, you could use red thread on a blue skirt hem, or secure the edges of a purple blanket with yellow thread.
- Set your machine to the zigzag setting. Your machine may indicate what setting is the zigzag setting right on the machine, or you may need to check the instruction manual that came with your machine.[2]
- On most machines, the zigzag setting will be represented by a straight up and down zigzag stitch. This is the setting for the regular zigzag stitch. Choose this setting versus the one that has a slight slant to it.
- Adjust the width and length of the stitch as desired. You can stick with the default settings on your machine, or adjust the width and length of the zigzag stitch to suit your needs. [3]
- The width refers to how high your peaks are in the zigzag stitches.
- The length refers to how far apart each zigzag stitch will be.
EditSewing the Stitch - Insert your fabric and lower the presser foot. When you are ready to begin sewing, place your fabric under the presser foot and lower the presser foot onto the fabric. This will hold your fabric as you sew it.[4]
- Make sure to hold your fabric in front of the presser foot and behind it to guide it. Do not pull on your fabric, but keep a firm grip on it and keep it flat.
- Turn the hand wheel once or twice and then press on the pedal. To start sewing, it is a good idea to turn the hand wheel once or twice to get the stitching started. Then, slowly press down on the pedal to start the machine. Hold your fabric as you sew to help guide it into the machine.[5]
- Make sure that you do not press too hard on the pedal. Sewing to quickly may result in a sloppy looking stitch.
- Sew to the end of the fabric, but don't double up. The zigzag stitch is a strong decorative stitch, so it is not necessary to go over the fabric more than once. Going over the fabric more than once might strengthen the seam further, but it will not look as nice if you double up on it. Only go over each edge one time for best results.
- Tie the end of the thread in a knot and trim off the excess. When you reach the end of your fabric and you are finished sewing, cut the thread several inches away from the fabric. Then, tie the ends in a knot to secure the thread. Cut the excess thread, and your zigzag stitch is complete.[6]
EditDeciding When to Use the Stitch - Prevent fraying with a zigzag. The zigzag stitch can be an excellent option for finishing seams and preventing fraying. You can sew along the edge of a seam and it will be less likely to fray and come loose.[7][8]
- You can also use the zigzag stitch to hem items and prevent them from fraying. Use the zigzag stitch in place of a straight stitch when hemming skirts, pants, sleeves, or other items that require a hem.
- Add decorative flair. The zigzag stitch can also serve as a decorative stitch to add interest to your sewing projects. Try hemming a simple blanket or napkin with a zigzag stitch.[9]
- Create a firm hold. You can also back a seam with a zigzag stitch to ensure that it will be secure. It is not a good idea to use a zigzag stitch on its own to make a seam because the finished result will pucker in some areas. However, backing a straight stitch seam with a zigzag stitch can help to ensure that the seam will stay put.[10]
- Make buttonholes. The zigzag stitch also works great when you are using your sewing machine to sew along the edges of buttonholes. Just make sure to set the stitch width to a marrow setting and the stitch length to a short setting before you begin sewing along the edges of buttonholes.[11]
- Use it to secure elastic. Since zig zag stitches are not right next to each other like a straight stitch, they will have some give when used with stretch fabrics and elastic. Try using the zigzag stitch to secure elastic to your garments or when working with a stretch fabric.[12]
EditThings You'll Need - Sewing Machine
- Thread
- Scissors
- Sewing Project
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