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How To Tie a Scarf

Thomas Hart — Mon, 29 Oct 2007 13:43:39 -0500

There are many different types of scarves and many ways they can all be tied.

The main types of scarves include: The Long Knit Scarf, The Short Knit Scarf, The Long Silk or Satin Scarf, The Square Silk or Satin Scarf,The Extra Wide Fabric Scarf and The Fur Scarf.

The Long Knit Scarf (6 feet or more). This can be worn in two ways. The first way is to place the middle of the scarf at your neck. Begin wrapping the two sides hanging down around you neck over and over, alternating sides each time. It is important to make sure you wrap it close to your neck one time and then very loose the next to you get several layers and levels hanging around you.

The second way to tie a long knit scarf is to fold the scarf in half, then place the new middle on your neck. Take the two ends and tie them in a loose knot around your neck.

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How To Determine Your Shoe Size

Victoria59 — Wed, 17 May 2006 09:15:00 -0500

Making sure that you are wearing the right size shoe is a basic for daily comfort. Shoes that are too small are one of the major causes of foot pain and problems. Shoes that are too large can cause blistering and a lack of stability. Also, just because you knew your shoe size a few years ago doesn't mean it is the same--feet, like people, change over time.

Measuring tips:

The best time to measure your feet with the following method is at the end of the day, when your feet are at their most swollen.
Wear the same style of socks that you plan to wear with your shoes.
Measure both feet and choose the shoe size that fits the bigger foot.
If you are alone, it is best to take the measurements while sitting. If someone else is helping you, then standing on your feet is best.

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How To Buy Diamond Engagement Rings--Part I

Fred238 — Thu, 13 Apr 2006 13:23:00 -0500

So, you are ready to buy an engagement ring. Seems like a fairly straight forward deal. Here's the plan: Withdraw all your cash from the ATM or bring your checkbook or your brand new or heavily abused credit card; get into a form of transportation; enter jewelry store; pick out what you like; pay and leave. It can literally be that easy! Buying an engagement ring is a piece of cake; buying a good one is a little trickier.