Article: If you have a shirt that you love and it has a lot of holes, consider using a creative fix to make it usable and unique. For example, you could embellish the hole by embroidering around it. Stitches all around the hole will stabilize the fabric and add a creative touch. You can also put an applique over the hole. Putting a decorative patch over the hole, instead of trying to match the existing fabric, can add a bit of fun to an otherwise subdued shirt. If you do not know how to sew or you just don't want to, there are still options for fixing your shirt. There are a variety of glue products that are made to glue fabric together and these can be used on your shirt. In fact, if the hole in your shirt is on a seam or in a spot that is not visible, using glue may be the quickest and easiest fix.  Go to your local craft or sewing store and look for products made to glue fabric to fabric. Depending on the product that you use, it may discolor the area you are gluing. It may also make the area less soft and flexible. Follow the directions that come on the glue you buy when fixing your shirt. Different glues have different drying times and techniques for application, so it's important to follow your product's specific instructions. There may be a point when a shirt has too many holes to make it look presentable or to have it be functional. If your shirt is in tatters or has numerous holes, consider letting it go and turning it into a fun project. If you really love a shirt because of its fabric or because of sentimental reasons, consider using the shirt's fabric to make a quilt or other keepsake item. That way the fabric can continue to be used, just in a different form. If your shirt has a large hole or you're worried about ruining it by attempting to fix it yourself, take it to a tailor to have it fixed. A professional tailor will likely be able to fix holes so that they are practically invisible to the eye.  When you take your shirt in to be repaired, talk to the person about your expectations and ask them what they think they can do for you. Giving the person sewing your shirt clear instructions and getting a clear understanding of what kind of fixes are possible will help you to manage your expectations for the repair. A business that does tailoring or alteration should be able to help you. If you don't know of one in your area, do an internet search to find businesses near you.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Do a creative fix with embroidery or decorative patches. Use glue to fix a hole that's not very visible. Turn a shirt that is too far gone into a creative project. Have your shirt fixed by a professional if you can't fix it yourself.

Problem: Article: Use a brush or comb to get out any tangles. To be braided well, hair needs to smooth and knot-free. If you don’t want to brush your whole head, at least brush the sections of hair that will get braided. Part your hair down the middle, then divide it into three sections, with two small sections framing your face and the rest of the hair as the third section. Drape the front sections over your shoulders and keep the back section behind your shoulders so that the sections don’t mix. Take one of the front sections of hair and divide it into three equal strands. These will be the strands that you braid together to create the Dutch braid. Create one stitch of the braid by taking one of the strands on the side and crossing it over the strand in the middle. Then take the strand on the other side and cross it over the middle strand as well. This is the most common type of braid that many are familiar with. Instead of repeating the same type of stitch, instead take a small portion of hair from the back section of hair and add it to the top strand of the section you are braiding. Make one stitch of a braid, incorporating the piece from the back section of hair. The Dutch lace braid differs from the French braid because instead of adding hair to all strands of the section, you only add hair to one strand of the braid. This gives the Dutch braid a slightly different look than the French braid. Continue making the Dutch braid by adding hair from the back section to the top strand of the braid with each stitch. Once the braid starts to leave the side of the head, start doing a normal braid instead of a Dutch braid. When the braid is about five inches long, use a thin hair elastic to secure it. Repeat steps 1-4 with the other front section of hair. Try to end the braid at about the same length as you ended the first braid, again securing it with a thin band instead of a regular hair tie. Take the top portion of hair around the crown of your head from the back, unbraided section of hair. Flip this top section over toward your face to get it out of the way. Take the two braids you made and angle them diagonally so they meet in the back. Then take another thin hair tie and tie the braids together. This part of your hair will be hidden so it’s okay if it looks messy. Flip the top section of hair back over. Let your hair hang as it usually does around your face. You will now see that the braids you made are visible on the sides of your head but disappear under your hair in the back. Your braids are now complete!
Summary: Brush your hair. Split your hair into three sections. Divide one of the front sections. Begin the braid. Add hair to the top strand and braid. Keep braiding until the braid is about five inches long. Braid the other front section of hair. Lift the top of the back section of hair. Tie the two braids together. Flip your hair back over to hide the spot where the braids meet.

Whenever you're trying to lose weight, even in a short amount of time, having a support group is helpful.  Studies have shown that those people with support groups have better success with their weight loss long-term.  Try asking friends or family members to help support you through your weight loss.  They can be there to be motivating or to hold you accountable. Also consider asking them to join you on your weight loss diet.  Many people are looking to lose some extra weight and it can be more fun to do it together. Compare against the measurements you took during the first week.  Keep track of your results, and let the small victories keep you going.  Keep weighing yourself as well.  After one month, you might decide to lose another 5 pounds or to continue on with your diet for another month to see how much additional weight you can lose. Also keep track of your measurements.  You might have toned down all over, but now want to focus on toning and building muscle in your body. A fun way to stay on track and to keep up motivation is by rewarding yourself.  Setting up small incentives may help you stay on track or help you maintain your weight loss long-term.  Set up small rewards when you meet smaller goals.  For example, when you follow the first week of your new diet and exercise program, you might reward yourself with a few new workout songs. Set up bigger rewards when you meet larger goals.  For example, you might buy yourself a new outfit when you lose the first 5 pounds. It's generally not recommended to reward yourself with food or dinners out when you're trying to lose weight.  These types of rewards may work against your long-term goal. So your month is up.  You've probably lost some weight and maybe even have gotten into better shape.  Revisit your weight goal to see if you want to continue your current diet.  Although you can make significant progress during one month's time frame, if you have more than 10 pounds to lose, you'll most likely need to continue your diet and exercise plan to see further weight loss. If you have met your goal, you may also consider continuing your healthy eating plan to maintain your results. Even if you've met your weight goal, you might want to consider keeping up with increased activity to help maintain your weight loss and physical fitness level. If you haven't met your weight goal yet, keep on going.  Or, if you need to, make some changes to your diet and exercise plan to help induce more weight loss or make the plan fit better into your lifestyle.
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Build a support group. Retake measurements. Reward yourself. Revisit your goals.