Open up the packet of gel/wax that came with your kit and dip the metal end of the pen into the gel/wax to pick some up. This will make it possible for the pen to pick up the drills.  Some kits come with a special wax pencil that you have to sharpen instead. In this case, sharpen the pencil using a pencil sharpener. Some pens will have a wide end too, which you can use to pick up to three drills at one time. This will also need to be dipped in the gel/wax first. Gently press the tip of the pen against the top, faceted part of the drill. Lift the pen away from the tray; the drill should be stuck to it. Keep the tray just below the edge of your canvas; this will make it easier to access. Pull the pen away; the crystal should be stuck against the canvas. If you are just starting out, it might be a good idea to press lightly at first. This way, if the drill is off-set, you can nudge it back into place, then press down on it to secure it. This is exactly like  painting by number, except that you are using drills instead. Work one color at a time and refill the pen with wax as needed. When you finish filling in all the squares with the same symbols, move onto the next color. This will help you work faster and stay organized. Avoid resting your hand against the canvas; the more you touch the sticky surface, the less tacky it will become. Continue filling in the canvas using the same technique as before. Work in 1 to 2-inch (2.54 to 5.08-centimeter) wide sections, one color at a time. When you completely fill in a section, move on to the next one.  Do not peel the entire plastic covering away, or the adhesive on the canvas will get dirty and lose its tack. Always replace the covering when you’ve finished for the day to protect the still open sections.
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One-sentence summary -- Dip your pen tool into the gel or wax that came with your kit. Use the pen to pick up a diamond. Gently press the drill onto the corresponding square. Fill the rest of the squares in that section. Peel away more of the plastic covering, and fill in more squares.

Q: Positive self talk means talking to yourself using kind and encouraging words. Think of it as a pre-competition pep talk! If you feel negative thoughts creeping in, combat them with positive ones. If you find yourself thinking, “I’m going to mess up,” tell yourself, “You can do this. You’ve practiced a ton, and now it’s time to give it all you’ve got.” Have a few go-to phrases or images that make you feel confident and ready to perform. Hold them in your mind before you compete. You might have a phrase like, “Time to crush it,” or visualize yourself winning the competition. Thinking that way will only make you more nervous. Instead, think of this competition as an opportunity to improve your skills and get outside of your comfort zone. If you have a stellar performance, great! If not, you’ll have more opportunities in the future. . Don’t drive yourself crazy worrying about what could go wrong. Instead, think about what could go right. Imagine the audience cheering for you after an awesome performance. Put your energy into providing a good show for the audience rather than worrying about what they’re thinking.
A: Use positive self-talk on competition day. Find phrases or images that make you feel optimistic. Don’t think of this competition as your one and only chance. Focus on the potential for success instead of failure

Article: If not cooked long enough, the biscuits or cookies can remain too soft. The baking tray or sheet is important when baking biscuits or cookies. Too slim a base, and they can burn; sides that are too high, and the biscuits or cookies can cook unevenly, leaving some of them too soft. If the biscuits or cookies came out fine but have gone soft since, some of the following might be the cause:  The biscuits or cookies were not allowed to cool on the tray/sheet. Resist moving them too quickly from the tray/sheet - a little of the cooking time continues the tray/sheet. Simply loosen them, leave on the tray/sheet to cool for a short time, then move to the wire cooling rack to cool completely. The biscuits or cookies were placed in their storage container before they had fully cooled down. Warmth brings moisture with it and if you transfer biscuits or cookies that are even only slightly warm to an airtight container, you effectively trap the moisture in, creating a perfect softening environment. Wait until the biscuits or cookies are cold before storing. The storage container is not airtight. Any air getting into a container will cause biscuits and cookies to soften. Replace with an airtight container.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Consider the cooking time. Check the baking tray or sheet. Review your storage methods.