How to Stretch Out Jeans

It feels like we’re always on the quest for that elusive pair of jeans that fit perfectly—not too loose and not too tight. If you bought jeans that are too tight or a pair of your favorite jeans shrunk in the wash, don’t toss them in the donation pile just yet. Denim stretches, and you can actually add up to 1 inch (2.5 cm) to the waist, hips, butt, thighs, calves, and/or length of your jeans by stretching them out. Below we’ve broken down three different methods you can use to stretch out your jeans depending on how much looser you want them to be.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Doing Squats for a Slight Stretch

1. Put on your jeans. With this method, you need to be able to put the jeans on to stretch the waist, hips, butt, and/or thighs, though it's okay if they're tight. Make sure you button the jeans before you start trying to stretch them.^[1]
   
2. Do squats for at least 1 minute. Stand up straight with your feet about hip-width apart. Then, bend at your knees to lower your hips and bottom like you're going to sit in a chair. Make sure your knees don’t go out past your toes. Then, push through your heels to rise back to your starting position. Repeat the exercise for at least 1 full minute.^[2]
   
   • You can do your squats for up to 5 minutes, though this might make you feel sore. The longer you do the squats, the more stretched the fabric will be.
3. Check to see if your jeans feel more comfortable. Stand, walk, and sit in the jeans to see if they feel comfortable. You should notice that they're a little looser on your body. However, they may still feel tight if the size is too small.^[3]
   
   • If your jeans don’t feel comfortable, you may want to try heating them up for a better stretch.

[Edit]Heating Your Jeans for a Moderate Stretch

1. Lay the jeans on the floor or your bed. Choose a spot on the floor or your bed that’s close to an electrical socket. Then, place your jeans so that the front side is facing up. Spread the jeans out so that it’s easier to heat them evenly.^[4]
   
   • Your bed is likely a cleaner space than your floor, so you may want to use it if it’s close enough to an electrical socket.
2. Heat the jeans using a hair dryer on a medium setting. Hold the hair dryer about above the jeans. As you heat the denim, move your hair dryer continuously so that you heat each area evenly. After you heat the front of your pants, turn them over and heat the backside.^[5]
   
   • You don’t have to heat both sides of your pants, but it will help you stretch them out more.
3. Use your hands and arms to stretch the denim. Grip opposite sides of a section with both of your hands, then pull as hard as you can in opposite directions to stretch it. Move your hands up and down the surface of the jeans, pulling the denim in each area you need to stretch. As another option, put your hands inside of the jeans, then use your arm strength to push apart the opposite ends of the waist, hip area, thigh area, or calf area, which should stretch them.^[6]
   
   • As an example, if you are stretching the thighs of your jeans, hold each side of the pant leg in each hand. Then, pull the sides in opposite directions. This will help widen the pant leg.
   • For a bigger waist, it might be easier to unbutton the jeans and place your bent elbows inside the waistband. Then, move your arms apart from each other to stretch the fabric.
   • If the jeans start to cool down before you’re finished stretching them, heat them back up using your hair dryer.
4. Put the jeans on. Be sure to button and zip up your jeans before you continue stretching them. Your jeans should fit a little better now, but they may still be tight.^[7]
   
   • If you’re having trouble buttoning your pants, lie down on your bed and try buttoning them that way.
   • Do squats or lunges for 1-5 minutes to stretch out the denim a little more.

[Edit]Wetting Your Jeans for the Best Stretch

1. Lay your jeans out on the floor. Use the floor so you won't accidentally get your bed wet. Spread out the jeans to make it easier to wet the fabric.^[8]
   
   • The dye in the denim may stain while it’s wet, so you may want to lay down a plastic garbage bag or some old towels before you try this method.
   • If you’re planning to stretch your waistband, unbutton your pants so that you won’t accidentally pull off the button.
2. Spray your jeans with lukewarm water. Use a spray bottle to coat a small section with water. The fabric should feel damp but doesn’t need to be soaked. Work from the waist down and only wet a single area at a time. ^[9]
   
   • If your denim feels hard to stretch, then you may want to spray it again. You can also apply more water as necessary while you’re stretching the jeans.
   • If you have liquid fabric softener, add about of it to your spray bottle before you wet your jeans. This will help soften the denim so it stretches more easily.^[10]
3. Stand on 1 side of your jeans to hold them in place. Place your feet near the area where you want to stretch. This will pin the jeans to the floor so that they stretch when you pull on them.^[11]
   
   • For instance, when you're stretching the waistband, stand near the top of the jeans. If you want to stretch the thighs, stand on the edge of the pant leg.
   • It’s best to wear socks or go barefoot while you do this. Shoes may transfer dirt and germs onto your pants.
4. Use your hands to pull the wet denim and stretch the jeans. Bend over, grip the denim in your hands, and pull with all of your strength in the opposite direction of your body. Work your way over the surface of the jeans, pulling the denim in each section you want to stretch. Then, stand back up and move to the other side of your jeans. If it's easier, you can use both hands to grip opposite sides of the denim and pull it in opposite directions as hard as you can.^[12]
   
   • If your jeans feel too snug, pull them width-wise, starting at the waistband. Continue stretching through the hips, crotch, and thighs.
   • If your jeans are too short, it’s best to start in the leg area. Begin pulling down on the fabric starting at around the mid-thigh area.
   • Don’t pull the belt loops or the pockets, as these areas are weak and may tear.
5. Let the jeans air dry before you wear them. Hang the jeans on a line, lay them on a table, or drape them over the back of a chair. Allow them to air dry for at least 2-3 hours. However, it’s best to allow them to dry overnight.^[13]
   
   • How long it takes the jeans to dry will vary depending on how wet they are.
   • If you lay your jeans on a table or chair, it’s best to put down a plastic garbage bag first to protect your furniture in case the fabric bleeds.

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[Edit]Tips

• To keep your jeans stretched out, skip drying them in the dryer. Instead, hang dry them. Alternatively, skip washing them and instead place them in the freezer for a few hours to refresh them.
• If you cannot pull your pants up past your thighs, you will not be able to stretch the jeans out enough to make them comfortable. Jean stretching is best done when you need approximately of extra room.^[14]

[Edit]Warnings

• Be careful not to set wet jeans on any light-colored carpet or towels. The indigo dye in the denim can easily stain carpet or fabric.
• Although some advice says to get into a warm bath with your jeans on, this may not be a good idea. It’s very uncomfortable, and it won’t give you a better stretch than wetting your jeans with a spray bottle.^[15]

[Edit]References

[Edit]Quick Summary

1. ↑ https://www.marieclaire.com.au/how-to-stretch-jeans
2. ↑ https://www.marieclaire.com.au/how-to-stretch-jeans
3. ↑ https://www.marieclaire.com.au/how-to-stretch-jeans
4. ↑ https://www.marieclaire.com.au/how-to-stretch-jeans
5. ↑ https://www.marieclaire.com.au/how-to-stretch-jeans
6. ↑ https://www.marieclaire.com.au/how-to-stretch-jeans
7. ↑ https://www.marieclaire.com.au/how-to-stretch-jeans
8. ↑ https://www.purewow.com/fashion/how-to-stretch-jeans
9. ↑ https://www.purewow.com/fashion/how-to-stretch-jeans
10. ↑ https://www.marieclaire.com.au/how-to-stretch-jeans
11. ↑ https://www.purewow.com/fashion/how-to-stretch-jeans
12. ↑ https://www.marieclaire.com.au/how-to-stretch-jeans
13. ↑ https://www.purewow.com/fashion/how-to-stretch-jeans
14. ↑ https://putthison.com/should-you-take-a-bath-in-your-jeans-and-other/
15. ↑ https://putthison.com/should-you-take-a-bath-in-your-jeans-and-other/

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How to Knit Flower Petals

You've probably seen patterns for knit flowers that create a single ruffled strip that you gather. Although these can be beautiful, they don't show the individual petals. To make flowers with distinctive petals, decide if you'd like to knit rounded or pointed petals. Knit as many as you like in any color before sewing them together. These knit flowers look great when you attach them to hair clips, wreaths, or bags!

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Making Rounded Petals

1. Cast 4 stitches onto size 5 US (3.75 mm) knitting needles. Get out a skein of DK weight yarn in any color. If you want to make different colored petals, you can use as many colors of yarn as you like. Make a slip knot and slide it onto a knitting needle. Then, cast on 4 stitches to start a petal that's about long.^[1]
   
   
   
   • Use any weight labeled "3," or "light worsted."
2. Alternate knit stitches to increase row 1. Knit into the front of the first stitch but don't pull it off your needle. Instead, insert the needle into the back of the stitch and wrap your yarn around it. Pull the stitch off to make 1 knit front and back (KFB) stitch. Then, knit (K) 2 stitches before you make another KFB stitch. Now, you'll have 6 stitches on your needle.^[2]
   
   
   • The pattern for row 1 looks like: KFB, K2, KFB
3. Purl every stitch of row 2. You'll keep the same number of stitches for the second row, so just purl (P) into each of the stitches. Specifically, purl 6 to make row 2.^[3]
   
   
   • You'll purl every stitch for each of the even rows of the pattern, except for the final row where you decrease stitches.
4. Increase stitches on row 3 for a total of 10 stitches. KFB the first stitch and knit 1 as usual. Then, KFB 2 times to make the increases for the row. Make 1 more knit stitch and a final KFB to complete row 3.^[4]
   
   
   • The pattern for row 3 looks like: KFB, K1, KFBx2, K1, KFB
5. Purl into every stitch for row 4. Work 1 purl stitch into each of the 10 stitches that are on your needle. This gives your petal a little extra length before you begin to decrease stitches.^[5]
   
   
6. Knit 4 stitches and decrease a stitch before knitting 4 more stitches for row 5. To make your first decreasing row, K4. Slip 1 stitch onto your right needle and knit a stitch before you pass the first stitch of the right needle over the 1 you just made. This makes a SKPO stitch. Finish row 5 by knitting the last 4 stitches.^[6]
   
   
   • The pattern for row 5 looks like: K4, SKPO, K4
7. Purl every stitch of row 6. Purl the 9 stitches that are left on your needle. This gives the petal a realistic curved shape towards its base. Keep in mind that this is the last row that you'll completely purl across.^[7]
   
   
8. Make a slip slip knit (SSK) stitch and knit 1 across row 7. To work a decreasing row, slip 2 stitches onto your right needle without working them. Then, insert your left needle through both of them and knit them together to make the slip slip knit stitch. Knit 1 stitch and repeat these stitches for the rest of the row.^[8]
   
   
   • Row 7's pattern looks like: SSK, K1 (repeat this across the row).
9. Purl 2 stitches together 3 times to finish row 8. You'll have 6 stitches on your needle when you start row 8, but you'll purl 2 stitches together across the row. This decreases row 8 so you end up with only 3 stitches on your needle.^[9]
   
   
   • Your petal now has a curved shape near the top and the bottom base.
10. Bind off the 3 stitches and weave in the ends. Bind or cast off each of the stitches that are left on your needle so the petal doesn't unravel. Then, cut the yarn and leave a tail that you can use to tie off the final stitch. Thread the tail onto a tapestry needle and weave in the ends.^[10]
    
    

[Edit]Knitting Pointed Petals

1. Cast 8 stitches onto size 4 US (3.5 mm) knitting needles. Choose a color of DK weight yarn in any color you like. To make different colored petals, get out several skeins of yarn. Make a slip knot with your yarn and slide it onto 1 of your knitting needles. Then, cast on 8 stitches in order to start a petal that's about long.^[11]
   
   
   • The yarn label should say "DK," "3," or "light worsted."
2. Slip 1 stitch knitwise and knit 7 to make row 1. To slip the first stitch off (SL1K), insert your right needle into the stitch as though you're going to knit it, but pull it off onto the right needle instead. Then, knit (K) the rest of the stitches.^[12]
   
   
   • The pattern for row 1 is: SL1K, K7
3. Slip 1 stitch purlwise and purl 7 for row 2. To twist your petal in the same direction, slip the first stitch of row 2 purlwise (SL1P). To do this, insert your right needle down into the front of the stitch before pulling it onto the right needle. Then, purl (P) every stitch for the rest of row 2.^[13]
   
   
   • To follow row 2's pattern, use: SL1P, P7
4. Slip 1 knitwise before you knit and yarn over across row 3. To begin increasing the petal, SL1P and knit 1 stitch. Then, wrap the yarn (YO) counterclockwise around your right needle. Hold the yarn in place with your finger and knit the next stitch. Keep alternating the knit stitch with the yarn over so you create extra stitches.^[14]
   
   
5. Slip the first stitch purlwise and purl the rest of row 4. Slip the first stitch purlwise to make the distinctive edge for your pointed petal. Then, purl every stitch for the rest of the row. The pattern for this row is: SL1P, P to the end.^[15]
   
   
6. Slip the first stitch knitwise and knit every stitch for row 5. Once you SL1K, keep knitting the rest of the row to fill in your pointed petal's shape. It's just like the row 4, but you're knitting instead of purling.^[16]
   
   
7. Repeat row 4 and 5 until your petal is long. Make row 4's pattern again, followed by row 5. Keep alternating these rows until your petal measures long with a ruler.^[17]
   
   
   • If you don't feel like being exact, there's no need to measure the petal.
8. Knit a decreasing row to begin shaping the bottom of the petal. Once you reach an odd-numbered row, SL1K and knit the next 2 stitches together (K2TOG). Then, knit until you reach the last 3 stitches. Knit 2 of them together and knit the last stitch.^[18]
   
   
   • This odd-numbered decreasing row pattern is: SL1K, K2TOG, K to the last 3, K2TOG, K1
9. Purl a decreasing row to keep shaping the petal's bottom point. Slip the next stitch purlwise and purl the next 2 stitches together (P2TOG). Then, purl every stitch until there are only 3 left. Purl 2 of them together and purl the last stitch to finish the row.^[19]
   
   
   • This even-numbered decreasing row pattern is: SL1P, P2TOG, P to the last 3, P2TOG, P1
10. Work decreasing rows until there are just 3 stitches left on your needle. Keep making decreasing rows, alternating between the even and odd rows until there are only 3 stitches left on your knitting needle. You'll see a distinctive pointed petal.^[20]
    
    
11. Bind off the 3 stitches and weave in the ends. Once you've finished the pointed petal, bind off each stitch that's left on your needle. This prevents them from unraveling. Then, cut the yarn to leave a tail and thread it onto the end of a tapestry needle so you can weave in the ends.^[21]
    
    

[Edit]Sewing the Petals into a Flower

1. Make at least 5 to 7 rounded or pointed petals. Repeat the rounded or pointed petal 5 times to make enough petals for a simple knit flower. If you'd like a fuller flower, knit at least 7 petals.
   
   • The pointed flowers are great for knitted tulips or irises. To make roses or dogwood blossoms, use the rounded petals.
   • Leave a yarn tail that's about long on the last petal you make. You'll use this to sew the rest of the petals together.
   • Because knitting tends to have more drape, it's best to knit several petals, then sew them all together, rather than knitting one large flower.^[22]
2. Thread the yarn tail of 1 petal onto a tapestry needle. Get out a tapestry or blunt needle with a wide eye and thread the yarn tail through the eye. Then, lay your knit petals so they're in a single horizontal row. Place the petal with the yarn tail on an end of the row.^[23]
   
   
   • Arrange the petals so the sides are touching and the cast off edge is along the bottom.
3. Insert the needle through the bottom corner or point of each petal. Take the needle and draw it through each corner or point of the petal it's attached to. Then, keep working to the left and insert it through the bottom corners or point of the petal that's next in the row. Continue to push the needle through the bottom corners or points of each petal until you reach the end of the row.^[24]
   
   
   • You can work from left to right or right to left as long as all of the petals are connected once you reach the end of the row.
4. Bring the needle back through the first petal and pull the yarn to gather the flower. Once you reach the end, insert the needle into the first petal that you started with and pull on the thread to bring the petals together. Then, tie off the yarn with a sturdy knot and trim the excess yarn.^[25]
   
   
   • Now you can attach your flower to a hair clip, purse, or wreath, for instance.

[Edit]Tips

• Feel free to make petals in fun, vibrant colors or make a flower with different colored petals.

[Edit]Things You'll Need

• DK yarn
• Size 4 or 5 US (3.5 or 3.75 mm) knitting needles
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors

[Edit]References

1. ↑ https://media.rainpos.com/5968/standard_yarn_weight_system.pdf
2. ↑ https://newstitchaday.com/knit-front-and-back-increase-kfb/
3. ↑ https://www.knittingmag.com/portfolio-item/pattern-five-petal-flower/
4. ↑ https://www.knittingmag.com/portfolio-item/pattern-five-petal-flower/
5. ↑ https://www.craftyarncouncil.com/mar06_purl.html
6. ↑ https://youtu.be/qx6Wg6OWstM?t=45
7. ↑ https://www.craftyarncouncil.com/mar06_purl.html
8. ↑ https://youtu.be/cLWaabNhcc0?t=49
9. ↑ https://www.knittingmag.com/portfolio-item/pattern-five-petal-flower/
10. ↑ https://misscraftyfingers.wordpress.com/2010/11/25/a-knitted-flower-with-pattern/
11. ↑ https://knittingneedleguide.com/needle-size-conversion-chart/
12. ↑ http://www.skacelknitting.com/Master-List-of-Abbr-Tech-05092011
13. ↑ https://www.allfreeknitting.com/Knit-Accessories/6-petal-flower
14. ↑ https://knitfarious.com/how-to-read-knitting-stitch-patterns-knitters-guide/
15. ↑ https://misscraftyfingers.wordpress.com/2010/11/25/a-knitted-flower-with-pattern/
16. ↑ https://misscraftyfingers.wordpress.com/2010/11/25/a-knitted-flower-with-pattern/
17. ↑ https://misscraftyfingers.wordpress.com/2010/11/25/a-knitted-flower-with-pattern/
18. ↑ https://misscraftyfingers.wordpress.com/2010/11/25/a-knitted-flower-with-pattern/
19. ↑ https://misscraftyfingers.wordpress.com/2010/11/25/a-knitted-flower-with-pattern/
20. ↑ https://misscraftyfingers.wordpress.com/2010/11/25/a-knitted-flower-with-pattern/
21. ↑ https://youtu.be/kpRZ6VmgI0s?t=212
22. ↑ [v161507_b01]. 4 August 2020.
23. ↑ https://youtu.be/zjpTgZ63Csw?t=1045
24. ↑ https://youtu.be/zjpTgZ63Csw?t=1077
25. ↑ https://youtu.be/zjpTgZ63Csw?t=1148

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How to Store Hair Accessories

Bows, headbands, and clips: oh my! With so many fun options to put in your hair, it’s no wonder why you’d end up with a ton of hair accessories. Shoving all of your accessories into a drawer can leave you with an unorganized mess, and it might slow you down as you get ready in the morning. Fortunately, there are tons of cute ways to store your hair accessories so you can grab what you need right away.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Use clear cookie jars for a see-through solution.

1. You won’t have to dig through messy drawers with these containers. Find some clear glass or plastic cookie jars with lids, then fill them up with your bows, headbands, and ribbons.^[1]
   
   • You can find containers like this at most home goods stores or online.
   • Depending on how many accessories you have, you might need a couple containers.

[Edit]Wrap headbands around an oatmeal container.

1. This one’s a reusable DIY. Grab your empty oatmeal container and wrap a piece of fabric around the outside, then use hot glue to keep it in place. Set the container upright on your counter or dresser, then wrap your headbands around it for handy storage.^[2]
   
   
   • Try matching the fabric you pick to the rest of your decor for a seamless look.
   • You can make a few of these if you have a lot of headbands to store.

[Edit]Organize drawers with plastic containers.

1. Your hair accessory drawer doesn’t have to look like the junk drawer. Add 3 to 6 clear plastic containers at the bottom of your drawer, then group your accessories by color, type, or size.^[3]
   
   
   • This is a great way to save on storage space in a smaller bathroom.
   • If you can’t find clear containers, use colorful or sparkly ones instead.

[Edit]Use up vertical space with stackable bins.

1. Don’t let any space go to waste. Buy some plastic stackable bins, then arrange your accessories in a tall tower.^[4]
   
   
   • You can put your tower of accessories inside of a cabinet to hide it, or leave it out in the open for easy access.
   • Look for stackable bins at most home goods stores or online.

[Edit]Try a cake stand for an elegant solution.

1. Who says decoration has to be plain? Find an elegant cake stand, then arrange your hair clips and bows in the center. Put the cake stand on your dresser for a cute centerpiece.^[5]
   
   
   • You can also hang your earrings off the side of the cake stand.
   • Find a plain white cake stand for the easiest decoration, or go bold with a patterned one.

[Edit]Group your elastics together with a carabiner.

1. If you’re always on the hunt for a hair tie, this solution is for you. Buy a carabiner and slide all of your elastics onto one end, then shut the carabiner. Throw it into a drawer, then open up the carabiner anytime you need a new hair tie.^[6]
   
   • You can find carabiners at most outdoor supply stores.
   • You can also do the same thing with short, skinny headbands.

[Edit]Keep your bobby pins in one place with a magnetic paper clip holder.

1. Bobby pins always manage to disappear. You can keep them in one spot by throwing them into a paper clip holder to keep them grouped together.^[7]
   
   • You can put the paper clip holder on your bathroom countertop or the top of your dresser.
   • Look for a magnetic paper clip holder at any office supply store.

[Edit]Try a jewelry organizer for an easy solution.

1. It comes with so many tiny pockets! Find a jewelry organizer that hangs on the back of your door, then put your clips, bows, hair ties, and headbands all in one place.^[8]
   
   • You can find jewelry organizers at most home goods stores.
   • Try arranging your hair accessories by color, size, or shape.

[Edit]Use ribbons for a beautiful display.

1. If you want to show off your hair accessories, try a few ribbons. Pin a long length of ribbon to your wall with a push pin, then attach your clips and bobby pins to it.^[9]
   
   • Add multiple ribbons to your wall for a multi-dimensional hanging.
   • You could also hang your ribbons off a wall-mounted coat hanger for extra storage space.

[Edit]Glue clothespins to a wooden board for wall storage.

1. This works well for a rustic-themed room. Place 5 to 10 clothespins on a wooden board, then use hot glue to attach them with the clips facing down. Mount your wooden board to the wall with screws, then use the clothespins to hold headbands and bows.^[10]
   
   
   • If you want this decoration to look a little more modern, paint the clothespins white before you glue them on.
   • Clothespins are super gentle, so they’re great for holding soft headbands or bows.

[Edit]Try a weekly pill organizer for small rubber bands.

1. Small elastics tend to get lost in large storage solutions. If you use a lot of tiny elastics, keep them in one spot by putting them into a weekly pill organizer.^[11]
   
   • Try grouping your elastics by color to keep them organized.
   • You can find pill organizers at most drug stores or pharmacies.
   • You could also use a pill organizer to keep small earrings or studs.

[Edit]Make your accessories into art with ribbon and a board.

1. Who says storage can’t be pretty? Find a large wooden board and use hot glue to attach 3 to 5 lengths of horizontal ribbon across it. Clip barrettes, bows, and clips onto the ribbon, then mount the board to your wall with screws.^[12]
   
   • Try painting your wooden board a bright color to make it the focal point of your room.
   • White ribbon goes with any color, while brightly colored or patterned ribbon can be matched to the color of your board.

[Edit]Tips

• Keep your storage solution near a mirror so you don’t have to go far to grab a hair accessory.

[Edit]References

1. ↑ https://www.bhg.com/bathroom/storage/storage-solutions/storage-ideas-for-hair-accessories-tools-and-products-281474979631215/
2. ↑ https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/organizing/g2971/organize-kids-hair-accessories/?slide=6
3. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEsclSoFOHs&feature=youtu.be&t=341
4. ↑ https://www.bhg.com/bathroom/storage/storage-solutions/storage-ideas-for-hair-accessories-tools-and-products-281474979631215/
5. ↑ https://www.bhg.com/bathroom/storage/storage-solutions/storage-ideas-for-hair-accessories-tools-and-products-281474979631215/
6. ↑ https://www.onecrazyhouse.com/how-to-organize-hair-accessories-never-lose-hair-elastics-again/
7. ↑ https://www.onecrazyhouse.com/how-to-organize-hair-accessories-never-lose-hair-elastics-again/
8. ↑ https://www.onecrazyhouse.com/how-to-organize-hair-accessories-never-lose-hair-elastics-again/
9. ↑ https://www.organizedmom.net/organize-hair-accessories/
10. ↑ https://www.organizedmom.net/organize-hair-accessories/
11. ↑ https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/organizing/g2971/organize-kids-hair-accessories/?slide=11
12. ↑ https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/organizing/g2971/organize-kids-hair-accessories/?slide=7

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How to Embed a Video on Reddit

If you want to share an online video in a Reddit post and have the video appear in the post's body, you'll need to create a link post. Unlike a traditional text post, a link post places a video player into the body of the post rather than just the video's address. If the video you want to share is on your computer, phone, or tablet, you can embed it in a Reddit post by creating a video post. This wikiHow teaches you how to post a video to Reddit so that the video appears in the actual post.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Embedding an Online Video on Mobile

1. Open the Reddit mobile app. It's the orange-and-white robot head icon on your home screen or in your app list.
   
   • This method will work with most popular streaming video sites, including YouTube.
2. Go to the subreddit you want to post to. You can search for a subreddit using the search bar at the top, or tap the second icon in the bottom icon row (two squares, a circle, and a magnifying glass) to select one from your Favorites or My Communities list.
   
3. Tap at the bottom-center. A list of post types will expand.
   
4. Tap . It's the first option on the menu. This creates a new post.
   
5. Enter a post title. You'll want to give the post a name that reflects the contents of the video.
   
6. Paste the URL of the video into the typing area. You'll see http:// in the field already—tap that to type or paste the URL of your video.
   
   • To paste the URL, tap and hold the area and select Paste.
   • If you want to mark the video as NSFW (not safe for work) or as a Spoiler, tap the three dots below the post and select that option.
7. Tap . It's at the top-right corner. This shares your video as a link—this means that the actual video is embedded in the body of the post.
   

[Edit]Embedding an Online Video on a Computer

1. Go to https://www.reddit.com in a web browser. If you're not already signed in, go ahead and do that now.
   
   • This method will work with most popular streaming video sites, including YouTube.
2. Go to the subreddit on which you want to post. You can search for a subreddit using the Search bar at the top of the page, or click the drop-down menu in the upper-left corner to select one from your favorites or communities list.
   
3. Click the button. It's the wide oval button in the right panel.
   
4. Click the tab. The tabs run along the top of new post just above the "Title" field. Creating a new post starts a Text post by default, but you'll need to switch to Link so you can embed your video in the post body.
   
5. Enter a post title. You'll want to give the post a name that reflects the contents of the video.
   
6. Paste the URL of the video into the typing area. You can paste a copied URL by right-clicking the "URL" field and selecting "Paste."
   
   • If necessary, click SPOILER if you are posting a spoiler video, or NSFW if the video isn't safe for people to view at work.
7. Click . This shares your post with the video embedded in its body.
   

[Edit]Uploading a Video to Reddit on Mobile

1. Open the Reddit mobile app. It's the orange-and-white robot head icon on your home screen or in your app list. If you want to embed a video in your post that's saved to your phone or tablet, you can create a video post in the mobile app.
   
2. Go to the subreddit you want to post to. You can search for a subreddit using the search bar at the top, or tap the second icon in the bottom icon row (two squares, a circle, and a magnifying glass) to select one from your Favorites or My Communities list.
   
3. Tap at the bottom-center. A list of post types will expand.
   
4. Tap on the menu. It's the third option.
   
5. Enter a post title. You'll want to give the post a name that reflects the contents of the video.
   
6. Tap . It's the second icon on the bottom.
   
   • If Reddit doesn't have access to your photos, it will ask for that permission now.
7. Select the video you want to embed. This opens the video in the editor.
   
8. Trim the video (optional) and tap . If you don't want to post the whole video, you can drag the sliders on either end of the bar at the top to select the part you want to keep.
   
   • After tapping Choose, you can also mark the video as NSFW (not safe for work) or as a Spoiler if needed. Tap the three dots below the post and select an option to do so.
9. Tap . It's at the top-right corner. This shares your video as to a new post. The video will actually be embedded in the body of the post.
   

[Edit]Embedding a Streaming Video on a Computer

1. Go to https://www.reddit.com in a web browser. If you're not already signed in, go ahead and do that now.
   
2. Go to the subreddit on which you want to post. You can search for a subreddit using the Search bar at the top of the page, or click the drop-down menu in the upper-left corner to select one from your favorites or communities list.
   
3. Click the button. It's the wide oval button in the right panel.
   
4. Click the tab. It's the second tab above the "Title" field. This is the tab you'll need to be on if you want to upload your own video to Reddit.
   
5. Enter a post title. You'll want to give the post a name that reflects the contents of the video.
   
6. Click . This opens your computer's file browser.
   
7. Select the video file and click . This attaches your video to the post.
   
   • After uploading, you can mark the video as NSFW (not safe for work) or as a Spoiler if needed by clicking the appropriate tag below the video preview.
8. Click . This shares your post with the video embedded in its body.
   

[Edit]Tips

• Avoid posting videos that violate Reddit's content policy.
• Read and understand a subreddit's rules before posting a video--some subreddits may not take kindly to certain types of videos.

[Edit]Quick Summary

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How to Remove a Scratch on Glass Cooktops

Glass cooktops have a lot of benefits. They’re slicker and easier to clean than traditional metal cooktop. Unfortunately, glass cooktops do tend to get scratched from time to time. The good news is that this is usually pretty easy to fix. With a little bit of elbow grease, you’ll have that cooktop looking brand new in no time!

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Can scratches be removed from glass cooktops?

1. Yes, minor scratches can often be buffed out or repaired. There are a few solutions you can use to lift out scratches. You can even repair cracks and chips, although you will need a glass filler kit to do this. If the cooktop has shattered because someone dropped a heavy pot or something, you may need to just replace it.^[1]
   
   • Always let your cooktop cool before you touch or work on it. You don’t want to burn yourself!

[Edit]How do you get minor scratches out of a glass cooktop?

1. Use a baking soda paste. Mix a few spoonfuls of baking soda with water in a small cup. Combine them with a spoon or popsicle stick until it has the consistency of thick pudding. Spread this over your scratches or scuff marks and rub it gently into the cooktop with a clean cloth. Then, wipe the cooktop clean to see if the scratch has disappeared.^[2]
   
   • If this doesn’t work, you can either repeat the process or try another solution. If it looks like the scratch is starting to disappear, giving baking soda another shot may be a good idea.
   • If you can run your finger over the scratch and you don’t feel any gaps, it’s probably small enough to qualify as a minor scratch.
2. Try toothpaste. If baking soda doesn’t work, you may be able to get the scratches out with some toothpaste and a clean rag. Squirt a bead of toothpaste over any scratches you want to remove. Then, grab a damp rag and rub the toothpaste into the cooktop using moderately-firm circular motions. Wipe the toothpaste up to see if the scratch is gone.^[3]
   • Any white toothpaste with baking soda in it will work for this. The gel-style toothpastes likely won’t work as well.
   • If toothpaste and baking soda don’t work, you’re likely going to need to use polish and an orbital sander.

[Edit]What will get a deep scratch out?

1. Use car, metal, or glass polish and an orbital buffer for tough scratches. Any non-abrasive polish will work for this. On a cool cooktop, pour a few pea-sized dollops of polish on top of your scratches. Then, grab an orbital buffer with a cloth or foam pad on it and set the buffer to the lowest speed setting. Gently work the polish into the cooktop with the pad by working in a constant back-and-forth motion.^[4]
   
   • After you cover the scratches 3-4 times with your pad, your scratches should be totally gone!
   • If this doesn’t work, you’re going to have to fill the scratch in with a glass filler kit or replace the cooktop.

[Edit]How do you fix a cracked or chipped cooktop?

1. Use a glass filler kit or epoxy to fill in the cooktop. Pick up a glass filler or two-part epoxy kit. Clean the crack or chipped area with denatured alcohol and a cloth. Follow the instructions to mix the filler or epoxy paste in a container to activate it. Put on some nitrile or rubber gloves and spread the filler over the chip or crack. Wipe up any excess filler or epoxy, and run a popsicle stick over the surface to make sure it’s flush. Wait for the filler to dry.^[5]
   
   • You can paint the filler after it dries if you want it to match the rest of the cooktop.
   • You can line the edges of a crack with painter’s tape if you’re worried about the epoxy getting everywhere.
   • If the edge of your cooktop is cracked and it’s exposed, place a popsicle stick flush on the edge where the crack is located and tape it to the cooktop with painter’s tape. So long as the side of the popsicle stick is higher than the top of the cooktop, you’ll have no problems filling in the gap.^[6]

[Edit]Can you replace a glass cooktop?

1. Yes, although you’ll need to order one from the manufacturer. Look in your oven or on your stove for a sticker or label with the model number on it. Call the manufacturer and explain that you need a replacement cooktop for your model. They’ll ship out a replacement for you that will fit your stove. In most cases, this is pretty easy to do on your own. You just have to unscrew the cooktop and slide the new one into place.^[7]
   
   • Wear cut-resistant gloves and use a vacuum to pull up any broken shards of glass before you replace the cooktop once it arrives.
   • While it varies drastically from brand to brand and model to model, you can expect to spend $100-200 on the replacement glass.

[Edit]How do I clean my cooktop without scratching it?

1. Avoid using abrasive cleaners. To clean your cooktop, get a rag damp with water and squirt a little mild dish soap in it. With the cooktop cool, wipe the surface down in a smooth circular motion. Any abrasive or friction-based cleaning method will scratch the cooktop. This includes scraping the surface with a spatula or abrasive pad.^[8]
   
   • Steel wool, the abrasive side of a sponge, and a brillo pad are all going to scuff or scratch the surface.

[Edit]Warnings

• Do not use a cracked or chipped cooktop without repairing it. It’s a safety issue. If you go to clean or wipe the cooktop after cooking, you could cut your hand. The crack can also get worse over time as your cooktop heats and cools.
• Glass cooktops aren’t actually straight glass—they’re a blend of glass and ceramic. This means that some chemical glass cleaners, like Windex, may actually weaken the cooktop over time.^[9]
• Always let your cooktop cool completely before you clean or work on it.^[10]

[Edit]References

1. ↑ https://expandusceramics.com/qa/can-you-fix-a-scratch-on-a-glass-cooktop.html
2. ↑ https://expandusceramics.com/qa/can-you-fix-a-scratch-on-a-glass-cooktop.html
3. ↑ https://www.thisoldhouse.com/windows/21323179/how-to-remove-scratches-from-glass
4. ↑ https://youtu.be/9dhHBbP96r0?t=194
5. ↑ https://expandusceramics.com/qa/can-you-fix-a-scratch-on-a-glass-cooktop.html
6. ↑ https://youtu.be/tIhGAhsMVT4?t=126
7. ↑ https://youtu.be/aGh9qqjwbjA?t=17
8. ↑ https://www.cnet.com/how-to/wrong-way-to-clean-glass-stovetop/
9. ↑ https://www.cnet.com/how-to/wrong-way-to-clean-glass-stovetop/
10. ↑ https://www.bobvila.com/articles/how-to-clean-a-glass-cooktop/

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