| How to Use Eyebrow Stencils Posted: 25 Oct 2019 05:00 PM PDT Brow stencils make shaping your brows an easy task. Find a brow stencil that fits your natural shape and fill it in with your favorite brow pencil or powder. Then, for an extra clean look, touch up your eyebrows with tweezers, concealer, and eyebrow gel. You'll have perfect eyebrows so much more quickly than when you try to draw them in by hand. [Edit]Filling in Your Brows - Find a stencil that more or less matches your natural brow shape. Stencils usually come in a pack with a few different shape options. Hold each stencil up to your eyebrow to find which one most naturally fits with your natural shape.[1]
- The stencil doesn't have to be a perfect match.
- Line one stencil up with your arch if you have the plastic kind. Hold the stencil up to your eyebrow and try to line up the curve of the stencil with your natural arch. It might help to hold the stencil with your first two fingers or with your index finger and thumb, so that you can press down on both sides of the stencil.[2]
- Press the stencil fairly firmly against your skin so that it doesn't slip around as you color in your brows.
- Stick both stencils over your brows if you have the sticker kind. Line up the arch with your natural arch and make sure that both of the stickers are symmetrical on your face. Eyebrow stencil stickers often have lines drawn on them so that you can tell if you put them on straight or not.[3]
- Sticker stencils can be easier to use than plastic stencils because you don't have to hold it on with one hand while you fill in your brows with the other.
- Fill in the stencil with an eyebrow pencil or powder and brush. Use an eyebrow pencil or powder that matches your natural eyebrow color. Shade in your eyebrow with gentle strokes. Make sure to cover all edges of the stencil.[4]
- You don't have to worry about going outside the lines, because the stencil will guide you into the perfect shape.
- Fill in your other eyebrow the same way. If you used a plastic stencil, you can just flip it over and hold it against the other side. If you used a sticker stencil, it will already be on. Fill in the stencil with the same color you used for the other brow.[5]
- Your second eyebrow should begin at the same distance from your nose as the first eyebrow.
[Edit]Touching up Your Brows - Remove the stencil and brush your eyebrows with an eyebrow brush. Brush up and out to soften the sharp edges the stencil created. Brushing makes the edges of your eyebrows a little more natural.[6]
- A toothbrush is an easy alternative to an eyebrow brush if you don't have one.
- Brush concealer under the eyebrow line and blend it down. Dip a small makeup brush in concealer and brush a thin layer just underneath your eyebrow line. You can use the concealer to slightly reshape the bottom edge as you apply it. Brush the concealer down to blend it out so it's not such a sharp line.[7]
- Putting concealer under your brows will make them pop.
- Pluck hairs that fall outside the stencil line for a cleaner look. With your tweezers, grasp one hair at a time and pull them out in the same direction as they grow. Using sharp tweezers will make the process much easier.[8]
- It's easy to over-pluck, so make sure you step back and check how the shape of your brow looks from far away every now and then to make sure you're not plucking too much.
- Set your eyebrows with an eyebrow gel. Brush eyebrow gel over your eyebrows with a brow brush or toothbrush so that your hard work stays in place throughout the day. If you don't have eyebrow gel, clear mascara is a good alternative.[9]
- Use a very small dab of gel, so your brows don't look goopy.
[Edit]Things You'll Need - Brow stencils- plastic or sticker
- Brow pencil or powder
- Small makeup brush
- Concealer
- Tweezers
- Eyebrow brush or toothbrush
- Eyebrow gel or clear mascara
- If you're not sure which stencil you like best, experiment with a few until you find the shape that looks best for you.
- Plucking your eyebrows after you shower will make your skin softer and easier to pluck.
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| How to Swaddle a Baby Posted: 25 Oct 2019 09:00 AM PDT Need to make a fussy baby feel cozy and safe? Swaddling is an age-old tradition that mimics the conditions of the womb, and all you need is a blanket and some clever folding. Your baby will be sure to be happy, warm, and contented. Follow safe swaddling practices to minimize any possible risks to your baby. [Edit]Doing a Basic Swaddle - Lay out the blanket on a flat surface. Spread the blanket out on a secure, flat surface, such as your bed or a padded floor. Arrange it in a diamond shape.[1]
- The blanket should be at least . If you can buy a blanket specifically for swaddling, this is best.
- Ideally, the blanket should be made of a light, breathable material, such as muslin cotton. This will help prevent your baby from becoming overheated, especially if you live in a warm area.[2]
- Fold down the top corner of the blanket. Once you've spread out the blanket, fold over the top corner. The folded corner should be on top of the blanket, not underneath it.[3]
- The folded corner will help guide your placement of the baby.
- Your blanket should now resemble the outline of a cartoon drawing of a gem or the Superman symbol, with 3 corners on the sides and bottom and a flat area on top.
- Place the baby face-up on the blanket. Lay down the baby on the blanket on their back so that their head is above the folded top edge of the blanket. Try to keep the baby centered on the blanket. If your baby is very young, be sure their head and body are properly supported while you do this.[4]
- It's very important to keep your baby face-up and make sure they are positioned so that their face will not be covered by the blanket after you swaddle them.
- Place your baby's left arm at their side. Take your baby's left arm and carefully straighten it. Place it alongside the left side of their body and gently hold it in place.[5]
- Alternatively, you can fold the arm across their chest, like they are in the womb.[6] However, your baby may be able to wriggle free if their arms are bent.[7]
- Pull the wrap around the baby's body to the right side. Pull the corner of the blanket on the baby's left side (your right) across their body, and tuck it under their back on their right side, just below their right armpit.[8]
- The blanket should be tucked snugly enough to hold the baby's left arm in place at their side.
- Move the baby's right arm into position. Gently place the baby's right arm at their side and hold it in place, just like you did with the left arm. The corner of the blanket that you folded over will now be trapped between the right side of the baby's body and their right arm.[9]
- You can also fold their right arm across their chest if you wish, but remember that this will make it easier for the baby to break free of the swaddle.
- Tuck the other side of the blanket under the baby's left side. Take the corner of the blanket on the baby's right (your left) and pull it across their body. Tuck it underneath the baby's body on their left side.[10]
- Your baby's entire upper body should now be gently but firmly wrapped, with both arms held securely in place.
- Make sure you can fit 2 or 3 fingers between the baby's chest and the blanket. If not, you will need to undo the swaddle and rewrap it a little more loosely.
- Close the bottom of the swaddle. Loosely fold up or twist the bottom of the blanket to cover the baby's feet. Take the loose end and tuck it underneath the baby's legs on one side or the other.[11]
- Alternatively, you can fold up the bottom corner of the blanket over the baby's feet before you pull the other side of the blanket across the baby's body.[12]
- Important: Leave plenty of room for the baby's legs and feet to move within the swaddle. This will prevent overheating and, over the long term, hip dysplasia.[13]
[Edit]Swaddling Safely - Always place your baby on their back to sleep. Babies who sleep on their sides or stomachs are at greater risk of developing SIDS, or Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. It's especially important to keep swaddled babies on their backs, since they are less mobile than un-swaddled babies and have a higher risk of suffocating if they are placed face-down.[14]
- There's no evidence that swaddling can prevent or reduce the risk of SIDS.[15] However, if done correctly, this practice can be safe and beneficial for your baby.[16]
- Stop swaddling your baby by 2 months of age. Once your baby is old enough to roll over on their own, it's time to stop swaddling them. It can be very dangerous for your baby if they manage to roll over onto their stomach while swaddled.[17]
- Not all babies are able to roll over by the time they're 2 months old, but it's safest to stop swaddling before they develop that ability.
- If you notice that your baby is able to roll over before the age of 2 months, stop swaddling them right away.
- Once your baby is too old for swaddling, consider trying an alternative like a sleep sack (which loosely covers the legs but leaves the arms free) or footie pajamas.
- Avoid swaddling too tightly. If you swaddle the baby too tightly, especially if the baby is very young, they may have trouble filling their lungs with air. The swaddle should be tight enough to hold their arms in place, but you should still be able to fit 2-3 fingers between their chest and the blanket.[18] Additionally, keep the wrapping around their legs loose enough so that the legs can bend up and out.[19]
- If the swaddling is wrapped too tightly around the baby's legs, it could prevent their hips from developing correctly.
- If the swaddle is wrapped too loosely, there's a danger that it could come undone and cover the baby's face, creating a risk of suffocation.
- Dress your baby lightly and choose a light blanket to prevent overheating. Overheating can also put your baby at risk of developing SIDS. Always choose a light, breathable blanket or wrap when swaddling your baby. If the weather is warm, dress your baby in light clothes or just a diaper under the swaddling wrap. Unwrap your baby if you see signs of overheating, such as:[20]
- Rapid breathing
- Damp hair or sweating
- Flushed skin
- A heat rash
- Use a firm mattress in baby's crib to prevent suffocation. A mattress that is too soft can suffocate a baby if they do manage to end up face-down in the crib. A firm mattress will let your baby sleep and keep them safe.[21]
- Cover the mattress with a fitted sheet that's designed to fit the mattress.
- Make sure the mattress also fits well in your baby's crib or bassinet. Check for any gaps between the mattress and the sides of the crib, since your baby could potentially roll into one of these and get stuck.
- Keep loose blankets, pillows, and stuffed animals out of the crib. Having a lot of loose items in the crib puts your baby at risk of suffocation. Don't give your baby a pillow or a loose sheet or blanket. Keep them warm using a swaddle, sleep sack, or appropriate clothes.[22]
- Most babies can start safely using a pillow by the time they're 1 ½ years old.[23]
- Your baby can probably start using loose blankets by the time they're 1 year old. Check with your pediatrician if you're not sure whether your child is ready.[24]
- Swaddling may help comfort colicky babies.
- If you're not sure how to swaddle your baby correctly, ask a doctor, midwife, or nurse to show you how to do it.
- Check with your baby's medical provider to see if swaddling is approved for your child.[25]
[Edit]Warnings - Swaddling should only be done to infants, and can be harmful to toddlers who are mobile.
- Do not swaddle your baby if he or she has hip dysplasia.
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| How to Make a Butterfly Costume Posted: 25 Oct 2019 01:00 AM PDT A butterfly is a cute, pretty costume for people of all ages. Choose any fabric to make butterfly wings, decorate them how you want them to look, and then attach them to a garment, such as a dress or shirt. Enhance your costume with a quick and easy pair of antennae, accessories, make-up and you'll be ready to go! You can create a butterfly costume for a child or an adult. [Edit]Creating Butterfly Wings - Draw or print a butterfly wing template. You can draw a template onto a large piece of butcher paper or newspaper if you want to make your own. Use a picture of a butterfly to help you choose a wing design and copy it as best you can. Or find a free butterfly wing pattern online and print it out. Cut out your paper template using a sharp pair of scissors.
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- If you are making your own template, measure the costumer from fingertip to fingertip and divide this number in half to determine how wide to make the wing template. Then, measure from your shoulder to the middle of your thigh to determine how long to make the template.
- You only need to draw or print 1 wing to use as your template.[2]
- Pin the wing template onto a long piece of fabric. Muslin, cotton, felt are all good choices for making butterfly wings. Fold your fabric so that it is in 2 layers and smooth out any lumps or bumps. Place the template onto the fabric so that the inner or flat edge of the wing template is lined up with the fold. Place a pin every along the edges.
- Be sure that the fabric is no too heavy or bulky if you are wearing the costume for extended periods of time, like trick-or-treating or at a party.
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- Insert the pins so that they are perpendicular to the edges of the template.
- Cut around the non-folded edges of the wing template. Do not cut along the folded edge! Only cut along the curves and other parts of the wings. Use a sharp pair of fabric scissors to make long, even cuts in the fabric. Be careful not to create any jagged edges as you cut.[4]
- Remove the pins and the paper template after you finish cutting and open up the wings. Place them with the right (outer or print) side of the fabric facing up. If the fabric is the same on both sides, then this won't matter.
- Use markers or paint if you want to color the wings yourself. If you are using a light-colored muslin or cotton fabric, then you can color it in with fabric markers or acrylic paint. Use the shapes that are printed on your template to help you determine where to draw shapes and fill them in with color.
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- Try using black, orange, and white for a monarch butterfly look.
- Go with different shades of 1 color, such as dark blue, royal blue, and light blue for a monochromatic look.
- Choose several bright or pastel colors for a rainbow effect.
- Cut out shapes of foam or different colored fabrics and glue them on if you want a 3D effect. If the template you used includes various shapes, then you can use these to cut out fabric pieces that you can glue onto your wings. If the wing template does not include shapes, you can draw your own using an image of butterfly wings as your guide. Cut out teardrops and dots and attach them to the wing with fabric glue. Position the teardrops in the middle of the wings with the pointed ends facing in and place the dots along the outer edges.
- To attach the shapes you can use hot glue, fabric glue, or needle and thread. Make sure that whatever you do use to attach the embellishments is durable.
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- Butterflies usually have intricate patterns on their wings, but don't worry if you can't replicate it exactly. Gluing a variety of shapes to the wing will create the desired effect.
- Add accents with puffy paint, glitter, or other items. After you have colored in the wings with your desired colors, add more detail by enhancing the design with colorful shapes, glitter, sequins, pom poms, or beads. Use fabric glue to attach items to the wings where you want them to go.[7]
- Let the glue dry for 8 hours or overnight before you move or wear the wings.
- Tie elastic bands to the wings to keep them on your wrists. Cut a small slit in the wing and insert a long scrap of fabric through it. Loop an elastic band on the fabric and tie a double knot to secure the elastic band to the wing. Then, trim off the excess fabric leaving only about . Repeat for the other side.[8]
- Slip the elastic bands over your wrists when you wear the wings. This will allow you to flap and flutter the wings while you wear them.
[Edit]Putting the Costume Together - Use double-sided tape, glue, or needle and thread to attach the wings to a shirt or dress. After you have finished decorating your wings and the paint or glue has dried, adhere the wings to a shirt or dress with your method of choice. [9] You may also want to tack the wings down at the top of the garment with needle and thread, or secure it with a couple of safety pins to ensure that the wings will stay put.[10]
- Make sure to select a dress or shirt and pants that will complement the colors in your wings. For example, if your wings are orange, black, and white, then go with a black dress or a black t-shirt with black pants.
- If you opt for all black clothes consider adding subtle embellishments that complement the wings.
- Make a simple antennae headband to wear. Glue 1 pom-pom to the end of a pipe cleaner. Then repeat with another pom-pom and pipe cleaner. Let the glue dry overnight. Wrap the free end of the pipe cleaner around the center of a headband. Repeat this with the second pipe cleaner and pom-pom. Adjust the antennae to your liking, such as by separating the pom-poms or bending the pipe cleaners slightly.[11]
- Wear the antennae headband with your butterfly wings to complete the costume.
- Style your hair to complement the butterfly wings. You might also style your hair in a way that will complement the costume. You could wear your hair back in a bun for a sleek look, or wear your hair loose for something more casual.
- If you decide to add hair clips or other accessories, choose ones that match your costume, such as yellow clips with yellow butterfly wings.
- You can also consider temporary hair dye for bolder hair.
- Do butterfly inspired makeup or face paint. Choose eye shadow and lipstick colors that match your wings, or draw a butterfly on your cheek using face paint. For example, if you are wearing royal blue, black, and white butterfly wings, then opt for a blue lipstick with blue or white eyeshadow and black eyeliner.
- Instead of a butterfly, you can also repeat motifs from your wings as face paint. For example, if you have teardrops on your wings you can draw teardrops in corresponding colors on you face.[12]
- Keep in mind that wearing makeup is optional.
[Edit]Things You'll Need - Wing template or butcher paper/newspaper to create your own
- Marker or pen
- Pins
- Scissors
- Felt, cotton, or muslin fabric
- Glue stick or fabric glue
- Double-sided tape
- Needle and thread
- 2 elastic bands or strips of elastic
- Dress or shirt and pants
- Headband
- 2 pipe cleaners
- 2 pom poms
- Hair accessories (optional)
- Hair dye (optional)
- Makeup (optional)
- Face paint (optional)
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