| How to Transfer Pictures Onto Wood Posted: 23 Aug 2019 05:00 PM PDT Putting your pictures onto wood is a fun and simple way to create rustic decorations for your home. As long as you have a picture printed with a laserjet or HP printer, you'll be able to transfer the photo and make a beautiful piece of art to display. With a few simple supplies that you have at home or can find at your local craft store, you'll be able to make new decor that you'll love to show off! [Edit]Using Mod Podge - Cut the printed photo to the same size as the wood. Use a pair of scissors to cut the photo to size. Make sure the main focus of the picture is in the middle of the piece of wood when you're done cutting it down.[1]
- Make sure the photo is flipped horizontally if there are any words on it so they don't transfer backwards.
- Wood slices with bark can be purchased at your local arts and crafts store, but any smooth, flat piece of wood will work.
- Paint a thin layer of Mod Podge on the wood's surface. Mod Podge is an adhesive and transfer agent used in many crafts. Pour a coin-sized amount onto the wood's surface and spread it evenly with a foam brush. Make sure there are no bubbles or large pools of the Mod Podge on the wood. Smooth out all of the liquid and remove any excess with the edge of the foam brush.[2]
- You can also use any photo transfer medium in place of the Mod Podge.
- Press the photo onto the wood. Set the photo on top of the wood face-down so it lays flat on the Mod Podge. Use the side of your fist to rub the photo onto the wood to remove any air bubbles and ensure the photo completely transfers.[3]
- Use a rubber roller, or brayer, to help flatten the picture.
- Let the photo set for 24 hours. Leave the photo in a cool, dry place so it can fully transfer onto the wood's surface. Don't lift the photo off the piece of wood at all.[4]
- Keep the wood on a counter or tabletop out of reach of pets so it can dry undisturbed.
- Wet a cloth and gently rub the back of the paper. Run a washcloth under warm water and wring it out. Lay the rag on top of the paper and press it down to get the picture wet. Use gentle back and forth motions to rub the paper away from the photo. The paper should easily tear away while the picture stays on the wood.[5]
- You can let the picture dry and then rub it again with another wet cloth to pull up any remaining residue.
- Seal the photo with a matte finish. Paint a thin layer on the wood's surface to protect the picture. Let the first layer dry before painting the second layer in the opposite direction. Once it's dry, your photo is complete![6]
- Purchase a matte finish from your local arts and crafts store.
- Remember to wash off your paint brush when you finish!
[Edit]Transferring Photos with Nail Polish Remover - Put a printed photo face-down on the piece of wood. Print the picture on regular paper with a laser or HP printer. Make sure the photo is the same size as the piece of wood you're using.[7]
- If the photo has words on it, flip it horizontally on your computer so the words read the right way once it's transferred.
- Wet a cotton ball with nail polish remover and rub the back of the picture. Dip the cotton ball in the nail polish and rub it back and forth across the picture. The paper will become slightly transparent so you can see the picture on the other side. Coat the entire picture with the remover.[8]
- Use makeup cleaning pads instead of cotton balls to cover more surface area.
- Press the photo onto the wood with the back of a spoon. As soon as you've applied the nail polish remover, put firm pressure on the back of the spoon to transfer the photo onto the wood's surface. Move back and forth across the back of the photo so it lays down evenly.[9]
- Alternatively, use a brayer to roll the photo smooth.
- Peel the paper off of the piece of wood slowly. Pinch the corner of the paper between your fingers and peel it back from the wood. The photo should have completely transferred onto its surface.[10]
- If the paper starts to rip, try pulling it from a different corner instead.
[Edit]Printing on Wax Paper - Glue a piece of wax paper to a sheet of printer paper. Use a glue stick to attach the wax paper to a regular sheet of printer paper. Make sure the glossy side of the wax paper is facing up. This will make it easier for the wax paper to go through the printer without ripping or jamming.[11]
- Don't leave any lumps of glue between the paper since this could jam the printer.
- Print the picture onto the wax paper. Feed the paper into the printer so the photo prints on the glossy side of the wax paper. Make sure the photo prints out to the same size as your piece of wood.[12]
- You can use either a laser or inkjet printer on the wax paper.
- Mark a regular piece of paper in your printer and make a test print. Look for the mark on the test print to determine which way the paper feeds through your printer.
- Press the printed photo onto a flat piece of wood. While the ink is still wet, lay the piece of paper on top of the wood. Use the side of your fist to press on the photo firmly. Rub it so the ink transfers onto the wood.[13]
- Work quickly after the photo is printed since the ink will only sit on the surface of the wax paper for about 5 minutes before it dries.
- Lift the paper gently off of the wood. Peel the paper off of the wood slowly so the picture doesn't smear. The picture will look faint and the wood grain will be visible. Let the wood dry for 30 minutes before handling it.[14]
- Flip the photo horizontally on your computer before printing it if there are words in the picture. Otherwise, they'll be reversed once you transfer it.
[Edit]Things You'll Need [Edit]Using Mod Podge - Laser-printed photo
- Scissors
- Piece of wood
- Mod Podge
- Foam brush
- Washcloth
- Matte finish
[Edit]Transferring Photos with Nail Polish Remover - Laser-printed photo
- Piece of wood
- Nail polish remover
- Cotton ball or swab
- Spoon
[Edit]Printing on Wax Paper - Wax paper
- Printer paper
- Gluestick
- Printer
- Piece of wood
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| How to Get Rid of Earwax Posted: 23 Aug 2019 09:00 AM PDT Although earwax is a natural substance that helps protect the ear and ear canal, sometimes it builds up, causing hearing difficulties or discomfort. If you're experiencing severe symptoms, like ringing in your ears, difficulty hearing, or dizziness, see a doctor since you may have an ear infection or other more serious condition. However, for simple maintenance, you can remove excess earwax with ear-safe substances like saline solution, hydrogen peroxide, or mineral oil. No matter what, however, always make sure to be gentle with your ears, so you don't cause more harm than good. [Edit]Cleaning Your Ears with Liquid Solutions - Rinse your ears with saline solution. A saline rinse is a gentle and effective solution for getting wax out of your ears. Soak a cotton ball with the solution, then tilt the affected ear toward the ceiling and squeeze a few drops into your ear. Keep your head tilted to the side for 1 minute to allow the saline to soak in, then tilt it the other way to let it flow out.[1]
- Gently dry your outer ear with a towel when you're done.
- You can buy pre-made sterile saline solution at the drug store, or make your own by mixing of distilled water with 2 teaspoons (11.4 g) of noniodized salt.[2] You can use tap water instead of distilled water, but you should boil it for at least 20 minutes and allow it to cool before use.
- If your earwax is hard and impacted, you may need to soften it first with a few drops of hydrogen peroxide, baby oil, or commercial earwax remover.[3]
- Soften stubborn earwax with hydrogen peroxide. Hydrogen peroxide has the added advantage of being able to dissolve hardened earwax. To clean your ears, dip a clean cotton ball in a solution of 1 part water and 1 part hydrogen peroxide or pull a few drops into a medicine dropper or syringe bulb. Tilt your ear up and let 3-5 drops flow in, wait 5 minutes, then tilt your ear down to let the fluid flow out again.[4]
- You may wish to follow up with a plain water or saline rinse.
- You can use this solution 2 to 3 times a day for up to a week. Stop and consult your doctor if you experience pain or irritation in your ears.
- Try baby or mineral oil as an alternative to hydrogen peroxide. Much like hydrogen peroxide, baby or mineral oil can help soften stubborn earwax, making it easier to remove. Use a medicine dropper to put 2 to 3 drops of oil in your ear, then hold your ear facing up for 2-3 minutes so the oil has a chance to soak in. When you're done, tilt your head to the side to let the oil and wax run out.[5]
- You can also use glycerin for this purpose.
- Try using oil to pre-soften your earwax before rinsing your ears with saline solution.
- Use alcohol and white vinegar to dry out moist ears. A mixture of alcohol and white vinegar can help cleanse your ears and also dry out extra moisture that might lead to irritation and infection. Mix of white vinegar with of rubbing alcohol in a clean cup. Draw some of the mixture into an eyedropper and let 6-8 drops run into your upturned ear. Let the mixture run all the way down your ear canal, then tilt your head to let it run out again.[6]
- If your ears are chronically moist, you can use this solution twice a week for a few months if your doctor recommends it. However, stop and consult your doctor if you experience irritation or bleeding.
[Edit]Getting a Medical Evaluation and Treatment - See your doctor if you have symptoms of an earwax blockage. If you think you might have excessive earwax in your ear, make an appointment with your doctor. They can not only safely remove any excess earwax, but can also make sure your symptoms are not a sign of a more serious underlying issue. See your doctor if you experience symptoms such as:[7]
- An earache
- A feeling of blockage or fullness in your ear
- Difficulty hearing
- Ringing in your ear
- Dizziness
- A cough that isn't explained by a cold or other condition
- Ask your doctor to rule out an infection or other underlying condition. If you have an ear infection or an ear injury that is contributing to your symptoms, it's important to get a proper diagnosis and treatment to prevent further damage. Additionally, an infection or other problem with your ear (such as an injured eardrum) could make cleaning your ears dangerous.[8]
- If you have an ear infection, your doctor may prescribe antibiotics to help clear it up. You should not put liquids or objects (such as cotton swabs) into an infected ear unless your doctor instructs you to do so.
- Don't try to clean wax out of your ears on your own if you have an injured eardrum or an object stuck in your ear.
- Discuss having excess wax removed in the doctor's office. If you have excess earwax and don't want to attempt to remove it on your own, your doctor may be able to perform a simple in-office procedure to clean your ears. Ask them if they can remove your earwax with a curette (a curved instrument designed to scrape the wax out of your ear canal) or a warm water rinse.[9]
- Your doctor may also prescribe medicated eardrops to help remove excess wax from your ear. Follow the instructions on these products carefully, since they can irritate your eardrums and ear canals if you use them incorrectly.
[Edit]Avoiding Common Mistakes - Use cotton swabs for shallow cleaning only. Cotton swabs can be used in the outer ear to remove superficial earwax, but don't dig into the ear canal with a cotton swab. The tissue in your ear canal is extremely delicate; it's easy to cause damage by smashing into any of the tissue near the tympanic membrane, or eardrum.[10]
- Cotton swabs can also push wax deeper into your ear, potentially causing blockages, damage, or irritation.[11]
- Stay away from ear candles. Ear candling is a procedure that involves placing a cone-shaped device into the ear and lighting a candle on the far end of the spout. This procedure is supposed to create a vacuum that draws wax and impurities out of the ear. Ear candling is not only ineffective, however, but it can also cause a variety of injuries and ear problems, including:[12]
- Bleeding from the ears
- Perforated eardrums
- Burns to your face, hair, scalp, or ear canal[13]
- Don't spray any liquids into your ear with force. Doctors may do this, but you should not. Liquids that are thrust into the ear canal may get past the tympanic membrane and cause an ear infection or damage your inner ear.[14]
- When irrigating your ears, use a dropper, cotton ball, or syringe bulb to gently introduce the liquid a drop at a time.
- Never put any liquid into your ear if you have a perforated eardrum or surgically implanted tubes in your ears.[15]
- Only use eardrops if your doctor recommends or prescribes them.
- If your ears still feel full of wax after a week's worth of at-home treatment, consult your physician.
- Don't push cotton swabs further into your ear than the narrow entrance into your ear canal. This could end with your eardrum taking damage if you accidentally push earwax, or the cotton swab itself, into the eardrum.
- Don't pick your ears, because your hands may contain bacteria which could increase the risk of infections.
[Edit]Warnings - If you are experiencing ear pain, a fever, loss of hearing or ringing in the ears, do not attempt any home remedies for removing earwax unless your physician recommends it.
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| How to Dye the Underlayer of Your Hair Posted: 23 Aug 2019 01:00 AM PDT Dyeing just the underside of your hair is a great way to try out a new color without committing all the way. In addition, you can create some really cool effects by pairing different colors, like dyeing the underside of your hair black if it's platinum blonde, or by adding a bright pop of a rainbow-colored hue. The process is much the same as dyeing all of your hair, except you'll create a part and separate out the top portion of hair. [Edit]Prepping Your Hair and Workspace - Wash your hair the day before you color it. Typically, you should avoid washing your hair right before you color it. Your scalp will be healthier if it's protected from the dye with some of its natural oils, and washing the night before you dye will allow those oils to build back up. In addition, most hair dye brands recommend applying the product to dry hair.[1]
- Some semi-permanent dyes work best on clean hair or even require that you wash your hair right before dyeing it, so read the instructions that came in your box of dye to be sure.
- If your hair is too dirty, the dye might not be able to penetrate your hair evenly, so don't try to color your hair if it's been more than 2-3 days since the last time you washed it.
- Put on old clothes that you don't mind staining. Hair dye can be messy, even if you're careful. Since you'll be dyeing the hair at the back of your head, it will be even harder to avoid dripping dye. To avoid ruining your nice clothes, put on an old shirt and some shorts or sweatpants. That way, if a little dye does drip onto your clothes, you won't be worried about it.[2]
- You could also purchase a hairdresser's cape to wear over your clothing.
- Prepare your workstation with towels, hair clips, a timer, and a comb. Once your hands (or gloves) are covered in dye, it will be really inconvenient to have to go looking for anything. Set up the area where you want to dye your hair with everything you might need during the process. Spread out towels or newspapers on your floor or counter. Also, keep some towels nearby for easy cleanup if a spill or splatter occurs.[3]
- If your kit didn't come with gloves, you'll need those as well.
- The process will be easier if you do it in the bathroom and have 2 mirrors, such as a wall-mounted mirror and a handheld mirror, so you can see the back of your head. Use the sink counter as your work station.
- Comb your hair thoroughly to detangle it. Snags and tangles could cause the dye to saturate your hair unevenly, so take the time to comb it out before you start the dyeing process.[4]
- Also, it will be harder to get a perfectly smooth part if your hair is knotted up.
- Use a comb to create a horizontal part just behind each ear. To separate out the underlayer, draw a line that starts behind one ear, then goes around the back of your head and to the other ear, which is the nape area of your neck. Use the 2 mirrors to see this area.[5]
- If you want a little more hair to be colored, move the line a little higher, like to the tops of your ears. If you want to dye less hair, lower the part.
- You can even do a circular part if you want to include the underlayer of your bangs.
- Pin the top part of your hair out of the way. Use a hair clip or a ponytail holder to secure the top layer of hair on top of your head. Make sure that you pull it tight enough that the part is clearly visible, but not so tight that it's uncomfortable.[6]
- If you'd like, you can wrap the top part of your hair in a scarf, but make sure it's one you don't mind accidentally staining.
- If you have small pieces of hair near your hairline, pin them out of the way with bobby pins.
- Apply petroleum jelly along your hairline to keep dye off your skin. Dip your finger in petroleum jelly and scoop up a generous amount. Then, coat all along your hairline at the back of your neck, from one side of the part to the other. This will form a protective barrier that will help protect your skin from discoloration if any of the dye gets on you.[7]
- If you'd like, you can even apply a little petroleum jelly on the hair just above your part. However, do not apply it to the hair you want to dye.
- Bleach your hair first if you're using bright or pastel dye. Unless your hair is naturally very light, you'll have to bleach it first if you want to dye your hair a bright or pastel color like teal, pink, or violet. While it's usually a good idea to visit a salon to have your hair bleached, you can do it yourself by purchasing a bleach kit and carefully following the directions included in the package.
- Consult a stylist before you attempt to bleach hair that's been previously colored. The bleach can react badly with some dyes, causing severe damage to your hair.
[Edit]Applying the Dye - Mix the dye according to the package instructions. Many brands of permanent hair dye come with a bottle of developer and a bottle of dye. In order to activate them, you need to mix the 2 bottles together. However, make sure you read the instructions very carefully, even if you've dyed your hair before, since the exact technique can vary between brands or even product lines within the same brand.[8]
- If you're using a semi-permanent dye, which includes most rainbow and pastel shades, you may not need to mix anything.
- Put on gloves before you apply the dye to your hair. Hair dye can be very irritating to your skin. However, even if you use a product that's not as harsh, your hands could still be stained if you don't wear gloves.[9]
- Most commercial hair dye kits come with gloves, but you can buy a pair at a beauty supply store or drug store if yours didn't come with any. In fact, you might want to buy an extra pair even if your kit came with gloves, in case the first pair get a tear in them.
- Apply the dye using the applicator bottle or a bowl and brush. If your kit came with a bottle, you can mix the dye in that, then apply it directly to your hair. However, you'll have more control over the application if you mix the dye in a bowl first, then brush it on with a dye brush.[10]
- You can buy a dye brush at any beauty supply store, but you can use a sponge brush from a craft store as well.
- Apply the dye to your roots and work your way down. Once the dye is mixed and you're wearing your gloves, you can start the fun part—applying the dye! Saturate the roots of your hair first, since they'll take the longest for the color to develop. Then, work section by section, coating each piece of hair from the root down to the tips. If you need to, use your fingers to work the dye into your hair.[11]
- Make sure to coat the top and bottom of the underlayer.
- Unless your hair is very long, you probably won't need to use the whole container of dye since you're just coloring the underlayer.
- Wrap a towel around your shoulders and set your timer. Once you've finished applying the color to your hair, slip a towel onto your shoulders to protect your skin from the dye. Read the package instructions to find out how long to leave the dye on, then set your timer and wait.[12]
- Don't pin the colored hair up with the rest of your hair or the dye will transfer.
- Do not leave the dye on your hair longer than the instructions recommend!
- If you'd like, you can use makeup remover to clean up any dye that got on your skin while you're waiting.
- Rinse the dye out with cool water until the water runs clear. After the timer goes off, rinse your hair in cool water to remove the dye. Work your fingers through your hair to make sure you don't miss any spots. Continue rinsing until the water runs completely clear and you can't feel any more dye in your hair.
- Don't use any shampoo and avoid using hot water, as these can lift the cuticle on your hair and rinse away the dye.
- Apply a deep conditioner to your hair. If your kit came with a deep conditioner, apply it to your hair and let it sit for the recommended amount of time. If it didn't, use your favorite conditioner instead, and leave it on for about 5 minutes before rinsing it away.
- Conditioner will smooth your chemically-treated hair and will help seal the cuticle shut, which could help your dye last longer.[13]
[Edit]Things You'll Need - Hair dye
- Old clothes
- Comb
- 2 mirrors
- Hair clip, ponytail holder, etc
- Petroleum jelly
- Bowl and brush or applicator bottle
- Towel
- Timer
- Gloves
- Shower
- Deep conditioner
- This dye technique shows up best on layered hair, but you can do it with any hairstyle.
[Edit]Warnings - Do a strand test to see how your hair will react to the dye.
- Do not leave dye on your hair longer than recommended.
- If you get hair dye in your eyes, flush them with cool water.
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