INPUT ARTICLE: Article: You can also get some fiberfill to fill your pillow with instead. This project takes a little bit more time than the knotting version, but the results are well-worth it, because you don't get those bulky knots. For a more interesting pillow, consider getting a solid color and a matching pattern. For a simpler pillow, consider getting two different solid colors instead. Depending on the size of your pillow, you will need about 1 yard (0.92 meters) of each type of fleece. This is very important because you won't be turning the pillow inside-out at the end. It probably won't make too much of a different if you are using only solid colors, but it may make a different if you are using patterned fleece; sometimes, the pattern may only be on one side. Use a ruler and a pair of fabric scissors (or a rotary cutter) to ensure that your lines are straight. Also, try to cut though both layers at the same time. This will ensure that both pieces of fleece match up. If you need to, draw the squares first using a ruler and a piece of chalk. Be sure to cut through both layers of fleece so that everything matches up. If you need to, draw the lines using a piece of chalk and a ruler first. Make sure that you cut through both pieces of fleece. This way, you can be certain that the tassels will match up. The slit needs to be centered, and it needs to be at the base of the tassel, where the fringe joins the pillow. Starting at the bottom left corner, take the top and bottom tassels. Keeping them together, push them through the 1-inch (2.54-centimeter) slit, and give them a gentle tug. If you are going to use fiberfill to stuff your pillow with, complete most of the fourth side, leaving only four tassels undone. Simply tuck your pillow form into the fleece, or stuff it with fiberfill, then weave the opening shut. If you see any chalk on your tassels from before, gently brush it off.

SUMMARY: Get a pillow form. Get some fleece. Stack the two pieces of fleece with the right sides facing out and the wrong sides facing in. Cut the fleece so that it is 8 inches (20.32 centimeters) longer and 8 inches (20.32 centimeters) wider than your pillow. Cut a 4-inch (10.16-centimeter) square out of each corner. Cut 1½-inch (3.81-centimeter) wide, 4-inch (10.16-centimeter) deep slits into all four sides of your fleece. Cut a 1-inch (2.54-centimeter) long vertical slit into each tassel. Take your first two tassels, and push them through the slit. Keep weaving the tassels until you have completed three sides. Stuff your pillow, then finish weaving the fourth side.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Whether it is during a photo shoot or just getting photographed in the street, Rihanna is nearly always spotted in this position. This position is frequently used by many models and celebrities, and gives an illusion of a toned arm and well balanced body figure. lf you’re posing for photos or just hanging out, aim for this position when it feels right. This will give you that awesome Rihanna swagger you’re going for. You can mix it up and put your left hand on your hip for a change. Rihanna always keeps things interesting by constantly reinventing herself, much like her idol, Madonna. Never stop looking for new ways to style your hair, change up your makeup, or rock a new outfit. Just when you think you’re comfortable in a certain Rihanna look, change yourself completely. Learn to be happy and comfortable with how you look, no matter which trend you’re rocking. Rihanna is proud of her Bajan roots and is always talking about how much she embraces her heritage and how much she has learned from it. She also frequently travels home to Barbados and hasn’t forgotten the people she left behind. Whether your roots are in Nigeria or New Jersey, make sure you’re proud of where you came from and that you never feel “too good” to take a trip back home. Part of Rihanna’s identity is definitely based in her roots, and you should be proud of where you came from, too. If you feel like where you came from isn’t as exciting as Barbados, then you should do a bit more digging to realize that every person has an interesting background. Rihanna is the first to admit she’s not perfect. She’s comfortable talking about her past and how it’s made her a stronger person and how she won’t let other people’s mistakes influence her, either. Don’t think you have to be perfect if you want to emulate Rihanna. In fact, you should be proud of your imperfections and should be excited to move on from them. Don’t get defensive or angry if people ask you about one of your missteps. Instead, be open to talking about it. Rihanna is charming, cute, funny, and intriguing all at the same time. If you want to have her attitude, then you have to work on keeping your cool, and if you don’t like something, try to laugh it off instead of being aggressive. Always be armed with a cute, warm smile and a happy glint in your eye and don’t be ashamed of where you came from or who you are. Your sweetness shouldn’t feel fake or like a put-on, but completely genuine. Watch how Rihanna talks in interviews; she’s classy and charming while maintaining her sense of humor all the while.

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Put your right hand on your hip. Never stop mixing it up. Be proud of your heritage. Learn from your mistakes. Maintain your charm.