| How to Recycle Towels Posted: 23 Oct 2019 01:00 AM PDT Fabric is a great resource, even if it's a worn-out towel. Old towels have plenty of life left in them, so put them to good use to avoid waste. You could turn old towels into things to use around your house, including mats and clothing. If you don't need to save the cloth for yourself, cut it up and use for craft projects or for pets. Even if you have to cut away frayed ends, you can get more value out of a repurposed towel than you ever would have expected. [Edit]Repurposing Towels for Household Needs - Repurpose towels into washcloths if they are still absorbent. Store-bought washcloths can be expensive, so save money by cutting old towels down to size. Choose a towel with a spot that isn't too worn so your washcloths still look fresh. Make a zigzag stitch or sew a hem either by hand or with a sewing machine to prevent the towel from fraying.[1]
- You could save a clean piece of a quality towel to use as a face cloth or a washcloth to hang in your bathroom.
- Use old towels as a way to clean dishes and household messes. Instead of messing up your good towels, put your old ones to work. Cut down bigger towels by removing the edges with pinking shears. Trim off any frayed edges as well. Then, set aside the towels to scrub gunk in your kitchen, bathroom, or anywhere else.[2]
- If you need something thicker, stitch a pair of smaller washcloths together.
- Save towels for padding when you need to move something fragile. If you're making a big move to a new home, line boxes with towels for cushioning. Also, wrap plates, picture frames, and other breakables inside towels. The extra padding could mean the difference between something getting to your destination in one piece or in fragments. It also means you don't need to buy packing peanuts or rely on newspapers that could leave ink stains.[3]
- Towels are also good for keeping things dry and absorbing spilled liquids. Keep an extra towel around for quick cleanup when you're on the go.
- Make reusable sanitary pads to save money on hygiene supplies. Use a regular sanitary pad to trace an outline on a few towels or pieces of cloth. You will need to cut 2 towels in the shape of the pad and stitch them together. Then, create the pad liner out of an absorbent towel. Stitch it onto the center of the pad to create something reusable and eco-friendly.[4]
- For instance, the liner is the long, oval-shaped pad that fits along the middle of the base cloth you stitch together. Find it on a regular pad to see where to place it on your handmade one.
- Remember to wash the cloth pad with soap and water before using it. Cloth pads are reusable, so they are great for saving money and cutting down plastic waste.
- Use the towels as washable diapers if you have children. Cloth diapers are an inexpensive and eco-friendly hygiene option used in many parts of the world. You could fold a towel up into a diaper instead of cutting it. Another option is to cut a soft cloth like flannel into diapers and trim towels into pads. Sew a pad to the center of each cloth diaper to finish it.[5]
- Towels are great for padding thinner diapers since they are absorbent. They can also be cut to any size you need.
- Sew together cut towels to create a bath rug. Let your towels protect your feet from the cold bathroom floor. The easiest way to do this is by laying a pair of same-sized towels over one another and stitching the edges together. Try binding the seams with narrow pieces of fabric for strength and support. You could use different colors in order to make the coolest bath rug that matches with the rest of your bathroom.[6]
- Try making a patchwork rug by cutting towels into squares or stripes and sewing them together.
- Another option is to cut towels into -wide strips, then use them to create a circular mat. Stack 3 strips, sew them together at one end, and pin each strip so they are like tubes. Twist the tubes around one another until the mat is the size you want.[7]
[Edit]Constructing Clothing and Accessories - Make a swimsuit cover up out of a towel if you swim often. Get a pair of beach towels that are as long as your body. Lay them on top of one another, then sew the seams with straight stitches. Keep the robe relatively loose so it rests comfortably on you when you put it on. When you're done, cut a couple of straps out of a towel or another fabric to stitch to the cover up.[8]
- You can take some liberties to design the cover up any way you want. For example, cut curves into the top of the towels to create a deeper neckline. You could also cut a towel to make a sash to tie across your waist.
- If a regular beach towel is too big for you, try folding a single towel in half and making the cover up out of it. You may need to resort to smaller bath towels to make cover ups for children.
- Use a towel turban for speedier hair drying. Wet hair gets unruly, so wrangle it with a light towel. Drape the towel over your head, pinching it between your fingers. Then, twist the end of the towel around until you reach your forehead. Finish the wrap by tucking the twisted portion underneath the part of the towel covering the back of your head.[9]
- This is a great way to get more use out of a worn towel. Hide it in your closet and pull it out when you need it. Towel turbans help dry your hair but let you continue on with the rest of your routine while you wait.
- Make comfortable towel slippers to keep your feet warm. Look for towels with a pattern you like to use for the fabric. Trace your foot size on a towel a few times, cut out the shapes, and stack them to create a thick sole. Stuff it with foam to make the sole more supportive. Then, make a cutout for the top of your foot and sew it to the sole to complete the slipper.[10]
- Use stuffing or batting from a craft store to make the slippers fuller and softer. Try stuffing the soles for cushioning.
- Create a patchwork tote bag for something reusable. Make a basic bag by cutting a towel into 2 identical pieces and using a sewing machine to hem and sew them together. Add handles by cutting smaller strips from the towel and sewing them onto the open end of the bag. You can then add any decorations you want, such as by painting it or using a hot glue gun to glue on rhinestones.[11]
- Customize your bag by using different colors of cloth. Also, try cutting and sewing on decorations for other towels or lining the inside of the bag with fabric.
- Adjust the size of the bag by using different towels. Take advantage of an old beach towel to make a big bag to carry beach gear when you're out enjoying summer weather, for instance.
[Edit]Turning Old Towels into Crafts - Shred old towels if you need a fabric stuffing for projects. Instead of spending money on new stuffing, cut up your old towels into small squares. Remove the hems first with a sharp pair of scissors. Make the squares or smaller to fit them inside your project. They are great for pillows, cushions, bean bags, stuffed animals, and other crafts.[12]
- For example, towels are very handy as quilt batting. Quilt batting is normally stuffed between layers of fabric for heaviness and warmth.
- If you don't wish to cut up a towel, you could try rolling it up. Cut-up towels are better since the pieces are softer like the kind of polyfill you would get from a craft store. However, rolled towels are useful in a pinch, such as when you need a makeshift pillow.
- Make a boo boo bunny toy if you have children. A boo boo bunny is a cute way to cheer children up when they get hurt. It involves folding a towel in half to form a triangle and then rolling it up. Fold the rolled tube in half, tie the ends together, and then decorate them to create your bunny. You can then slip an ice cube into the towel to take the sting out of bruises.[13]
- Bunnies are simple to make, but your imagination doesn't have to stop there. For example, you could fold towels into different shapes to create elephants and other animals. It's like origami except with reusable material.
- Another option is to cut shapes out of the towel and sew them together. It's a great way to make dolls. Try building a cat and stuffing it with polyester fiberfill from a craft store, for instance.
- Roll a towel into a draft stopper to insulate a cold home. Keep your heating bill down by blocking cold wind seeping under doors and windows. To make a draft stopper, measure the width of your door or window, then get towels longer than them. Roll the towels up together, securing them with pieces of yarn or string. Set the draft stopper next to the door or window to seal out drafts.[14]
- For a better-looking draft stopper, cut a fabric like fleece and fold it to form a tube. Stuff it with the towels and sew it shut. You could use patterned fabric or old pillowcases so you aren't looking at a couple of old towels laying around your house.
- Make a cement planter if you need a container to grow plants. Put on a pair of rubber gloves and mix together 2 parts cement with 1 part peat moss and 1 part perlite. Then, mix in water until the cement turns into a smooth paste like peanut butter. Add the old towel next, swirling it in the cement until it is saturated. Finish by setting the towel out to dry in sunlight for up to 7 days until it hardens.[15]
- Drape the towel so it hardens into the shape you desire. For example, try draping towels over buckets to form tall, thin planters.
- After the planter dries, consider painting it before filling it with soil. Use an acrylic primer and a masonry paint, which are available at most hardware stores along with cement mixes.
[Edit]Using Towels for Pets - Twist towel strips into a toy if you have pets that like to chew. There is no need to buy a knot toy that your dog will shred as soon as you get it home. Instead, cut up a towel into strips about wide. Tie the ends of the strips together in knot. Wrap the loose ends of the strips together to create braids, then knot the other end to complete the toy.[16]
- Towels can also be used as toys or bedding for rabbits, ferrets, rats, and other animals. Stick with a natural fiber like cotton instead of a synthetic one like nylon. Towels are safe to chew on, but take them away if you suspect your pet is eating them.
- Making a toy is simple and your pet probably won't mind that it didn't come from a store. You can adjust the toy's size by cutting larger or smaller strips from the towel.
- Build animal bedding to give your pet something to rest on. Stack a pair of towels, sew them together, and stuff them to make a simple bed that works well for even large dogs. Another option is to get a pillowcase and fill it with shredded towels before sewing it shut with a whip stitch. If you're looking for something simpler, place the towels in spots where your pets like to sleep so less fur ends up on your furniture.[17]
- If you're preparing bedding for smaller animals, make sure you use a fleece towel. Other types of towels fray, making them dangerous for rats, mice, guinea pigs, and hamsters. Your pet could chew on the towel or get its nails stuck in the fabric.
- Use towels as a reusable way to line cages. Newspaper liners get messy, so try using a towel instead. Pets like dogs and cats could use the towels as blankets. An absorbent towel is also great for cleaning up any accidents. You can then wash the towel in your sink to reuse it or throw it away when you no longer need it.[18]
- Use towels to line bird cages, for example. Bird owners go through plenty of newspapers while keeping cages clean. Towels are also useful for covering a cage to calm a bird and help it sleep.
- Keep in mind that fraying towels could be harmful to pets when their nails get caught in them. Try trimming off frayed edges and sewing on a hem. Also, don't use towels if your pet might eat them.
- Hold and dry pets with a towel after giving them a bath. Owners make use of fluffy towels, but there is no reason pets can't enjoy them too. Fluff your pet up to keep them warm once they hop out of the water. Towels are also useful for giving your pet a safe shelter if they are scared and a cushion for your fingers if they might bite or scratch during the grooming process.[19]
- For example, rodents like having a towel to hold onto and hide under. Pets like hamsters and birds have powerful bites, so use a towel as a shield.
- Donate towels to animal shelters if you no longer need them. Veterinarians and animal shelters are always in need of towels. Call around to see which places are in need of towels at the moment. Towels go toward lining cages, cleaning up, washing animals, and many other uses. These are also ways to take care of your own pets repurposing towels you otherwise wouldn't have a use for.[20]
- If animal shelters aren't your cause, ask other nonprofit groups or churches. There are many ways for them to use towels, such as rags for car wash fundraisers.
- Towels with gasoline, solvents, and other chemicals can't be recycled. Instead, contact your local government to locate the nearest hazardous waste disposal center and let them handle it.[21]
- Most projects made from towels can be made with old clothing, upholstery, and many other fabrics. You could also buy new towels if you don't mind cutting into them.
- Wash towels with a perfume-free detergent before donating them and use white vinegar or baking soda as a fabric softener.
[Edit]Things You'll Need - Old towels
- Scissors
- Pinking shears
- Matching thread
- Needle
- Sewing machine (optional)
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| How to Make a Bracelet With Your Name on It Posted: 22 Oct 2019 05:00 PM PDT If you've been to camps, fairs, or tourist markets, you may have noticed friendship bracelets that spell out a variety of names. They might look elaborate, but in reality, it's not too difficult to make your own. With a lot of craft threads, beads, and patience, you can create a bracelet with your own name on it, or even make customized gifts for your family and friends. Whether you choose to weave your design or string letter beads together to spell a name, your creations will impress everyone who sees them. [Edit]Making Woven Name Bracelets with Craft Thread - Select colors for your name and your background. For this type of bracelet, you will need seven strings in the color you want your letters to be, and one string only in the color you want your background to be.[1]
- Each string should be about long.[2]
- Knot your threads together at the top of the bundle. Make sure the tops of each of your threads are aligned with each other, so no string will end up seeming longer than the other as you make your bracelet. Position the background color string at the far left edge of the bundle, then tie all the strings together, leaving about of excess string sticking out of the top of the bundle.[3]
- Tape your bundle of strings to your work surface. Choose a flat work surface, such as a table or a clipboard. Place a sturdy piece of tape above the knot you just made in your bundle of threads to secure it to your chosen surface.
- Before you tape the strings down, make sure the background color string is still positioned at the far left of the bundle.
- Make a left knot with your background color string. To make your first knot, loop your background color string clockwise around the string directly to its right (which should be your letter color). Then, loop the background color string clockwise around the letter color string again, and then, from behind, push the end of your background color string through the loop you create. Pull tight to finish.[4]
- Knot an initial row of your background color. After you've made your first left knot, continue on to the next string, and tie a left knot onto that string with the same piece of background thread you used to tie your first knot. Repeat across all seven letter color threads, traveling to the right.[5]
- Consult a letter pattern to learn how to tie your next row. Once you've finished your first row, find the first letter of the name you want to weave on a sheet of letter patterns (a good example of which can be found three-quarters of the way down this webpage: http://friendship-bracelets.net/tutorial.php?id=2.) Then, look carefully at the leftmost grid column of your chosen letter. Note how many boxes are empty and how many are filled in, as well as what order they occur in.
- Each box corresponds to the type of knot you will make on one of your 8 strands of thread.
- If you're knotting across the bracelet to your left, the top box is represents the string that's directly adjacent to the string that you're weaving with when you start a row.
- If you're knotting across the bracelet to your right, the bottom box represents the string that's directly adjacent to your starting string.
- Tie the first knot of your first letter row using a right knot. The first box in each column will be empty, whether it's the top or bottom box. An empty box indicates that you should tie a right knot with your background color on that particular letter string. So, tie a right knot with your background string on the letter color string directly to its left to start your first row.[6]
- To tie a right knot, follow the same procedure as a left knot, but start by looping the background color string around the letter color string directly to its left, and loop counterclockwise instead of clockwise.
- Tie the remaining knots of your row according to your letter pattern. For the next six threads, you will make one of two types of knots. If the box is empty, tie a right knot, as described above. If the box is filled, it indicates that you should tie a left downward knot onto the background string with the adjacent letter string.[7]
- To tie a left downward knot, position the background string horizontally underneath the letter string you'll be tying with. Then, loop your letter string under and over the horizontal string from the front. Tuck the end of the letter string through the resulting loop, but make sure you're tucking it through the part of the loop that's to the left of the vertical part of the letter string. Pull tight to complete the knot.
- Start a new row by tying knots in the opposite direction. When you've completed the first row of your bracelet (which is also the first column of your first letter), you'll be back at the left edge of your bracelet. Now, instead of tying right knots, go back to tying left knots with your background thread when you see an empty box, and tie right downward knots onto your background thread with the adjacent letter thread when you see a filled box.[8]
- To tie a right downward knot, follow the same procedure as the left downward knot, but instead tuck the end of your letter string through the part of the loop that's to the right of the vertical part of the letter string.
- Knot a row of your background color when you finish a letter. When you finish each letter, knot a row of your background color only by tying right or left knots with your background color string, depending on which direction you're traveling in. This will create a space between each letter.[9]
- Proceed, switching directions for each completed row, until your last letter is done. As you create your bracelet, remember to tie left knots and right downward knots when knotting from the left, and to tie right knots and left downward knots when knotting from the right.[10]
- Knot one more background color row and tie your bracelet off. When your name has been spelled out, knot one more row with your background color thread. When this row is complete, tie off your bracelet with a simple knot. Trim the excess, and it'll be ready to wear.[11]
[Edit]Making a Name Bracelet with Letter Beads - Find a bead for each letter of your name. Open your bag of alphabet beads and pour them into a bowl. Find each letter of your name, and spell it out on a flat work surface.
- If you're planning to make multiple bracelets, you may want to purchase several bags of letter beads to ensure that you don't run out of common letters.[12]
- Measure a length of elastic string that will fit around your wrist. Pull some elastic string from your spool, bundle, or bunch. Then, make a circle around your wrist, or visualize making a circle around the wrist of the person you're making the bracelet for. You should aim to cut a length of string that fits comfortably around whichever wrist you have in mind, with a couple inches of extra length so you can tie a knot when it's complete.[13]
- Since elastic string is stretchy, you don't need to worry about making your measurements exact. However, it's usually better to have more string than less, because you can always trim off the excess when your project is complete.
- Tape the left end of your bracelet down on your work surface. Once you've cut your length of elastic string, lay it horizontally on your flat work surface. Place a piece of tape about two or three inches from the left end of the string.[14]
- This will keep the string securely in one place, making it easier to thread beads onto it.
- Begin stringing colorful beads onto your bracelet. Empty out your bag(s) of colorful beads – such as pony beads, colored wooden beads, or gemstone beads – into a large bowl.[15] Select the colors you prefer, then begin stringing beads onto your bracelet in whatever order you like.[16]
- Alternate beads of different shapes or repeat a pattern of different-colored beads to create an interesting design.
- String your alphabet beads onto the bracelet. Once you've strung several colorful beads onto your bracelet, thread your alphabet beads onto the elastic from left to right, in the same order in which you initially laid them down on the table.[17]
- If your name is longer, you'll have to string fewer colorful beads before you begin adding your alphabet beads. This will ensure that there will be enough room on your bracelet to spell out your entire name, and then add more colorful beads at the end.
- If you wish, place a colorful bead between each letter of your name and the next.
- String more colored beads onto your bracelet. When you're finished spelling out your name, string more colored beads onto the end of your bracelet. Make sure to stop about two or three inches short of the end of the string so you'll have enough left to tie your bracelet around your wrist (or your friend's).[18]
- Repeat the pattern of colors and shapes you made with your first section of colored beads to create a cool, symmetrical look.
- Tie off your bracelet and trim the excess elastic string. When you've finished stringing all your beads, remove the tape from the left end of your bracelet and tie the loose ends together with two or three tight knots. Trim so there's just a little bit of excess string extending from the knot.[19]
- Apply glue to your knot if you want to create a very secure closure. To make sure your beaded name bracelet lasts as long as possible, apply some beading adhesive or super glue to your knot. Pull the knot away from your beads, then place a small dot of glue on the knot. Continue keeping the knot pulled away from the beads until the glue is dry (for about 1-2 minutes.)[20]
- Only adults should use super glue or other powerful adhesives.
[Edit]Things You'll Need [Edit]Making Woven Name Bracelets with Craft Thread - Scissors
- Tape
- At least two colors of craft thread or embroidery floss
- A letter pattern template
[Edit]Making Name Bracelets with Letter Beads - Alphabet Beads
- Colorful beads such as pony beads, painted wooden beads, or gemstone beads
- Elastic thread
- Tape
- Super glue
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| How to Remove Under Eye Milia Posted: 22 Oct 2019 09:00 AM PDT Milia look a bit like whitehead pimples, but they're actually small cysts caused by trapped bits of the protein keratin. They're nearly always completely harmless medically, but having them under your eyes—which is a common spot for milia—can be quite frustrating due to how they look. While it's generally fine to just let the milia go away on their own, you can try an under-eye routine that may help speed the process along. For more immediate removal options, contact your primary care doctor or dermatologist. [Edit]Following an Under-Eye Routine - Wash your face with a gentle cleanser once or twice per day. Splash your face with lukewarm water, then gently massage in a small amount of a hypoallergenic facial cleanser. Rinse the cleanser away with cool water, then pat your face dry with a soft cloth.[1]
- The best time to wash your face is in the evening before going to bed. You can also wash in the morning, especially if your dermatologist recommends it. Alternatively, you might just use lukewarm water and a clean cloth to gently wipe your face in the morning.
- Use steam from the shower or sink to soften your skin. Do this after washing your face. If you showered, let the steam build up in your bathroom and hang out in there for 5-10 minutes. Or, fill the sink with hot water, lean your face over it, and drape a towel over your head for 5-10 minutes.[2]
- Milia aren't caused by clogged pores, but letting the steam open your pores may make it easier to exfoliate dead skin cells covering the milia.
- Steam also softens your skin, which makes exfoliating a bit easier.
- Gently exfoliate under your eyes with a warm, damp, soft cloth. After you're done with your steam treatment, run a clean cloth under warm water and squeeze out the excess. Rub the area under your eyes gently for 1-2 minutes, using a circular motion and light pressure. Rinse your face with cool water, then pat it dry with a clean towel.[3]
- Don't rub so hard that you cause redness or discomfort. Your goal is to remove dead skin cells from the area of the milia, not to try to rub the milia off!
- Exfoliate every other day, unless your dermatologist recommends doing so more or less frequently.
- Apply a natural remedy like honey or rose water, if desired. Both honey and rose water have antimicrobial properties and may potentially encourage milia to disappear more quickly. For a simple honey mask, apply a small amount of honey beneath your eyes, let it sit for 15 minutes, then wipe it away completely with lukewarm water and a soft cloth.[4]
- Alternatively, you can make honey masks with ingredients like turmeric, almond oil, aloe vera, or oatmeal.
- For a rose water face mask, mix together spoonfuls of plain yogurt and honey, then stir in a few drops of rose water. As with a plain honey face mask, leave it on your face for 15 minutes before wiping it away.
- There's no real evidence that natural masks like these will help get rid of milia, but they're also very unlikely to cause any problems.
- Conceal the milia with hypoallergenic makeup if you wish. If you want to hide the milia while you treat them, use a lightweight, hypoallergenic makeup that won't clog your pores or cake over your skin cells. Remove the makeup completely when you wash your face in the evening.[5]
- Small amounts of concealing makeup shouldn't impact how long the milia will last. Caking on heavy amounts of makeup may cause the milia to stick around longer, though.
[Edit]Consulting a Dermatologist - Don't pick, poke, or try to remove milia, especially near your eyes. You can't "pop" milia like pimples (which you shouldn't do anyway), and trying to do so may break the skin and cause an infection or scarring. While it's possible to remove milia yourself with a sterilized needle, tweezers, and comedone extractor, you should definitely never try this with any milia that are anywhere near your eyes.[6]
- The risk of injuring your eye with a sharp instrument is simply too great to risk.
- Think twice before trying to remove milia that aren't near your eyes. Even if you properly sterilize your tools to reduce the risk of infection, there's still a chance you'll cause scarring. It's always safer to see have a doctor remove milia.
- Apply an OTC topical medication with your doctor's approval. Do this if you prefer a medical treatment to a natural mask. It's always best to consult your dermatologist or primary care doctor before using any of the numerous over-the-counter options available. They'll help you choose the right option for your specific needs and avoid potential drug interactions or side effects.[7]
- Only use treatments that are specifically labeled for use near the eyes. Even then, be extra careful not to get any of the medication into your eyes.
- These topical treatments often include one of the following ingredients: alpha hydroxy acids; salicylic acid; retinol.
- Treat milia with prescribed topical retinoids. Talk to a dermatologist about the option of treating the milia with topical retinoids. Topical means a cream or a gel that you put on top of your skin, rather than a medicine that you ingest. If your doctor prescribes topical retinoids, you will most likely have to apply the retinoid to the milia every day for several weeks.[8]
- Retinoid is the active form of vitamin A.
- Keep in mind that this is purely cosmetic, since milia aren't actually harmful, so you could just wait for them to go away.
- Undergo "deroofing" or similar mechanical removal techniques. Your primary care doctor or dermatologist will likely remove milia using a process called "deroofing." They'll create a tiny slice in your skin right next to each milia, then use a comedone extractor and/or tweezers to draw and pull the milia out through the skin opening.[9]
- This is an extremely delicate procedure when done anywhere near the eyes. Always leave it to the professionals, or simply leave the milia alone.[10]
- Discuss alternate treatments like cryotherapy or laser ablation. Milia can, in some cases, be removed using methods other than manual extraction. These are less likely when the milia are near your eyes, out of concern for any accidents that may cause eye damage. Alternate treatments may include:[11]
- Cryotherapy, in which the milia are frozen off with a small, specialized tool.
- Laser ablation, which essentially "zaps" the milia away with a targeted beam of light.
[Edit]Focusing on Patience and Prevention - Leave milia alone if they don't bother you physically or emotionally. Unless they get infected, most likely due to you scratching or picking at them, milia are completely harmless physically. Therefore, leaving them alone is nearly always the appropriate medical recommendation. They'll usually go away on their own within 2 weeks to 6 months.[12]
- However, if having prominent milia under your eyes (or elsewhere) is causing you emotional distress, it's reasonable to have them removed for your own wellbeing. Let your doctor know if this is the case for you.
- Don't worry about milia on newborns or infants. Roughly half of all babies develop at least some milia on their faces during their first 6 months of life. It's not clear exactly why this happens, but it's completely normal and nearly always completely harmless. The milia will almost certainly go away on their own by around 6 months of age.[13]
- Never try to remove milia from a baby yourself, and don't expect to find a legitimate doctor who will do so either. The only reason a doctor might consider removing milia is if they are red, swollen, and possibly infected.
- Take care of your skin to possibly reduce the likelihood of getting milia. There's no guaranteed way to prevent milia, but being kind to your skin may lower your chances. Proper skin care may also reduce your risk of acne and more serious conditions like skin cancer. In addition to an under-eye cleaning, steaming, and exfoliating routine, take steps like:[14]
- Applying sunscreen whenever you go outdoors.
- Wearing a broad-brimmed hat to keep the sun off your face.
- Removing makeup thoroughly at bed time.
- Contacting your doctor regarded the appropriate treatment for any abrasions or minor burns on your skin. Milia can sometimes occur in the area of healing skin.
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| How to Make a Pincushion Posted: 22 Oct 2019 01:00 AM PDT A pincushion is a stuffed piece of fabric that you can insert pins into. Pincushions are essential for sewing and other types of craft projects. There are many ways to make a pincushion! Sew a quick and easy square-shaped cushion, opt for a flower petal cushion for something more decorative, or make a no-sew mason jar pin cushion and sewing kit! [Edit]Sewing a Quick and Easy Pincushion - Cut out 2 fabric squares. Get a piece of cotton fabric in the color or print of your choice. A remnant is fine since you will only need about . Measure and trace the squares onto the wrong (back) side of a piece of cotton fabric. Then, cut along the lines using a pair of sharp fabric scissors.[1]
- If desired, cut out circles, triangles, or hexagons instead.[2] squares. }}
- Stack and pin the fabric squares with the right (print) sides facing in. Place the fabric squares so that the right sides are facing each other and the wrong sides are facing outwards. Line up the edges of the 2 fabric pieces on all sides. Then, insert 2 pins through the center of the squares to keep them in place.[3]
- Insert the pins so that they are parallel to each other and about away from the center of the square.
- Sew from the edges of the square leaving a opening. Set your sewing machine to the straight stitch setting and place the edge of the fabric square under the presser foot. Apply gentle pressure to begin sewing along the edge of the square. Sew until you are about away from the beginning of your stitches, and then stop sewing.[4]
- Make sure to avoid the pins as you sew! Do not sew over them or you may damage your machine or the pins.
- Invert the fabric square and push the stuffing in through the opening. Use your fingers and the back end of a pencil to turn the square right side out. Then, grab a handful of stuffing and begin pushing it in through the opening you left in the square. Keep stuffing the square until it is nice and plump. The cushion should be firm with no air bubbles, but it should not be bursting at the seams.[5]
- The type of stuffing you use can change the way the pincushion works. If you use polyester stuffing, the pincushion will be very light and soft, but if you use something like straw, it will be firmer. Steel wool can even sharpen your pins!
- Use the back of the pencil eraser to push in as much stuffing as possible. Just be careful not to put too much stress on the seams as you do this.[6]
- Hand-sew the opening closed to secure the stuffing. Thread a needle with a matching color thread and tie a knot at the end of it. Then, hold together the fabric along the opening and insert the needle through both layers of fabric. Pull the thread taut and then bring the needle back through the fabric on the opposite side about from where it came out. Repeat to continue stitching the opening closed.[7]
- Push the needle through the fabric 1 last time and bring it out near the center of the cushion. Cut the excess thread as close to the cushion as possible to complete it.
[Edit]Creating a Flower Petal Pincushion - Trace 2 equal-sized circles onto your fabric and cut them out. Use the lid of a jar, the outside of a bowl, or another round object as your guide. Trace the circles onto the fabric using a ballpoint pen or pencil. Then, cut along the lines using a pair of sharp fabric scissors.[8]
- You can make the circles as big or small as you like.
- Avoid using a marker or fountain pen to trace the circles as these may bleed onto the fabric.
- Sew a straight stitch around the circles except for a opening. Place the fabric circles together so that their right (print or front) sides are facing each other. Then, sew a straight stitch around the outside of the circle about from the raw edges. Stop about from the opening.[9]
- Cut around the outside of the circle with pinking shears. Cut off the excess threads at the beginning and end of the seam. Then, use pinking shears to trim around the outside of the fabric. This will help to reduce the bulk when you invert the cushion.[10]
- Do not cut through the seam! Only cut along the very outer edge of the fabric.
- Invert the fabric and push stuffing in through the opening in the seam. Use your fingers and the back of a pencil or chopstick to invert the fabric so that the seam is hidden and the right side of the fabric is visible. Then, grab a handful of polyfill stuffing and push it into the opening.[11]
- Keep adding stuffing until the cushion is nice and plump!
- Thread a needle and hand sew the opening closed. Insert the end of a piece of thread through the eye of a needle. Pull until the ends of the thread are even and then tie a knot at the end to secure it. Insert the needle into the opening in the side of the cushion. Then, hold the 2 edges of the fabric together along the opening and insert the needle through both layers. Pull the needle until the thread is taut, and repeat![12]
- Continue sewing until the opening is closed, then push the needle through the fabric at the opening 1 more time and bring it out in the center of the cushion. Cut the thread as close to the cushion as possible.
- Insert a threaded needle through the center of the cushion. Thread another needle in the same way as the first and tie a double knot with ends of the thread. Insert the needle through the center of the cushion and bring it back out the center of the cushion on the other side. Pull until the thread is taut and the knot is up against the fabric.[13]
- Do not allow the knot to go through the fabric!
- Bring the needle back around to the other side of the cushion. Loop the needle over the side of the cushion, and then insert it back through in the same place as you did the first time. Pull the needle until the thread is taut and the cushion is indented slightly.[14]
- This will create an indent in the cushion because of the thread squeezing around it.
- Continue to make segments in the cushion using the thread. Bring the needle back down along the outside of the cushion about over from where you inserted it the first time. Pull until the thread is taut and the cushion is indented. This will create a new segment.[15]
- Keep repeating this until there are equally spaced segments all the way around the circle.
- Push the needle through the center of a button and back down again. Select a 2 hole button to use as a focal point for your pincushion.[16] Bring the needle up through 1 of the buttonholes and then back down through another buttonhole. After you create the last segment, bring the needle back up through the center 1 more time. Insert the needle through 1 of the holes in your button and then back down through the second hole in the button. Push the needle through the center of the cushion and back out the other side.[17]
- Repeat this 1 more time to secure the button. Then, tie a knot at the end of the thread and cut the excess to secure it.
[Edit]Making a Mason Jar Pincushion and Sewing Kit - Lay out a piece of cotton fabric and cut around the outside of the mason jar lid. Place the mason jar lid onto the wrong (back) side of the fabric. Use a pair of sharp fabric scissors to cut a circle about from the outside of the jar lid.[18]
- Don't worry if it looks like there is too much fabric or if the circle is not perfect! You can trim it down more and clean up the edges if needed.
- Trace 2 circles smaller than the mason jar lid onto a piece of felt. Use a circular object that is about smaller than the mason jar lid as your guide. Then, use a marker to trace around the outer edges of the circle. Cut out the circles using a pair of sharp fabric scissors.[19]
- Avoid any jagged or crooked edges along the outside of the circle.
- Make a sandwich of stuffing, 1 felt circle, and the jar lid. Place a handful of stuffing onto the center of your fabric circle. Then, top the stuffing with 1 of the felt circles. And then place the lid on top of the felt with the bottom of the lid facing up.[20]
- Add hot glue around the outer edges of the lid to secure the fabric. Wait until your hot glue gun is hot (about 10 minutes), and then use it to place a few drops of hot glue around the edges of the bottom side of mason jar lid.[21] After adding each drop of glue, fold the fabric on that side of the lid over and press it into the hot glue.[22]
- Do not touch the hot glue with your bare hands! Wear a pair of heat-proof gloves for this part.
- Push more stuffing into the openings to fill out the cushion. After you have glued the fabric on a few sides of the lid, push more stuffing into the openings in the sides of the cushion if needed. The fuller the cushion, the better it will be at holding your pins![23]
- Be careful not to overstuff the cushion or the fabric may come undone from the lid!
- Keep gluing the ends of the fabric down until all of the ends are secured. After you are happy with the level of stuffing in your cushion, start gluing down the rest of the fabric. Add glue to the underside of the lid and then fold over the fabric. Work your way around the lid to secure all of the fabric and close off the cushion.[24]
- The cushion will go from a loose square shape to a tight round shape as you continue gluing.
- Glue the other felt circle onto the bottom of the lid. To secure the ends of the fabric and hide the raw edges, add a generous line of hot glue around the inside of your other felt circle and a few dots in the center as well. Then, press the circle onto the bottom of the lid to cover the ends of the fabric.[25]
- Hold the circle in place for a few seconds to ensure that the glue adheres well to the fabric.
- Fill the jar with notions and put the cushion lid on the jar. After the felt circle is secured, place the mason jar lid onto your jar, and screw the ring around it to secure it in place. Push your pins into the cushion on top of the jar and store sewing notions in the jar part of the pin cushion.[26]
- This makes a great gift for a sewing enthusiast! Fill the jar with needles, thread, and maybe even a gift card for their favorite craft supply store!
[Edit]Things You'll Need [Edit]Sewing a Quick and Easy Pincushion - Cotton fabric
- Ruler
- Pen or pencil
- Fabric scissors
- Sewing machine
- Needle
- Thread
[Edit]Creating a Flower Petal Pincushion - Cotton fabric
- Ruler
- Pen or pencil
- Fabric scissors
- Pinking shears
- Sewing machine
- Needle
- Thread
- Button
[Edit]Making a Mason Jar Pincushion and Sewing Kit - Mason jar with a lid
- Cotton fabric
- Felt
- Ruler
- Pen or pencil
- Fabric scissors
- Hot glue gun and glue
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