Article: You will need a long sleeved black shirt, black pants, a long piece of black felt for the wings, and hot glue or sewing supplies. To find out how much felt you need, measure yourself from wrist to wrist with your arms stretched out. Next, measure the distance from the top of your back to your waist. Use these measurements to choose a rectangular piece of felt.  If you want to make a more feminine bat costume, use a long-sleeve dress instead of a shirt and pants.  Felt can be found at most craft supply stores. If you use another kind of fabric you will have to use a sewing kit to attach the wings. First, fold the felt in half lengthwise. Next, cut the bottom edge of the mask into a jagged bat wing. The jagged edge should be longer near the center fold and shorter near the edges. When unfolded, the fabric will resemble a long triangle. If you want to go for a cute look cut the edges into a scalloped pattern instead of a jagged lightning pattern. Lay the shirt or dress out flat on your work surface. Stretch the sleeves out, making a straight line from wrist to wrist. Lay the wing fabric on the shirt with the long side of the triangle resting on the shoulders and arms. Center the fabric so that the tips of the wings reach each wrist. Use straight pins to secure the fabric if you’re worried about the wings shifting. Straight pins can be found in most sewing supply kits. Apply a small circle of glue between the shoulder blades of the shirt or dress. Press the wing fabric onto the glue. Next, apply a circle of glue to each wrist and press the wingtips into them. Once the glue cools the costume is ready to wear. If you aren’t using felt for your wing fabric you must sew on the wings. Add a few stitches where you would normally use glue. Carefully put on the winged shirt, pants, and black shoes. If you used a dress, put on the dress and pair it with cute black shoes. If you made a paper mache mask, tie the mask tightly around your head. You don’t have to wear a mask if you don’t want to. Instead, purchase black cat ears that resemble bat ears or wear face paint.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Gather your supplies. Cut jagged edges in the felt. Center the wing fabric on the shirt or dress. Glue or sew the fabric. Assemble the outfit.
Article: Be specific and concrete. Identifying the things that you’re most afraid of will help you confront them. If you've been avoiding thinking about aging because it's too upsetting, this exercise may be exactly what you need to help you deal with getting older. The way you think about yourself and the process of getting older will affect the way you view your own life.  For many people, getting older means getting closer to death. Their fears of aging are partially due to fears of death, either their own or the death of a loved one. Planning your end-of-life care and confronting the root of this fear may help. You may also fear losing your independence, becoming more physically frail, or developing health conditions related to aging. Learn more about adaptations and supports that will allow you to keep your independence for as long as possible. You might be concerned about your altered appearance. Find role models who have engaged gracefully with aging, either famous or in your own life. Talking with supportive friends, family or professionals can help you name your fears in a safe way. When you name your fears with close friends, you’ll likely feel better even if nothing else has changed. Naming all these fears might feel overwhelming, but naming fears doesn’t mean that they’re happening at the moment. Be aware that most things that you’re afraid of are not actually happening right now.  When you notice your fears rising, ask yourself, “Is this happening now?” If the answer is no, turn your attention to the present moment. If there are steps that you can take to address the fear — such as planning long-term care options to address your fear of developing health conditions or physical frailty - then take action on these steps. There are many reasons to look forward to getting older. For example, you’ll be able to draw on your lifelong experiences in order to help others. You may receive respect from younger people just starting out.  Aging may allow you to slow down and enjoy your life, free of active parenting and work obligations. If you have saved for retirement, you may be able to enjoy learning and traveling for pleasure. You may be free of work and school responsibilities for the first time in your life. If you fear getting older, it may be that you associate aging with unpleasant examples that you have been given. Many people reach old age with healthy bodies, their minds alert and their appreciation for life undimmed.  If you realize that there are many people who’ve enjoyed old age, you’re less likely to be stuck in your fears. Look for examples in the media, in the community, and in your own life. Even though many people are private about age-related topics, your friends can be a valuable source of experience and insight. Perhaps you have friends who are older, or who’ve already made long-term plans for themselves. Asking them about their experiences will help you better able to make your own plans.  Your friends can help you realize that everyone has to deal with getting older. You’ll find examples that you can use in your own life, both positive and negative. Older family members can also be helpful. If your parents are living, talking with them about their own aging process can offer you some ideas about what your own process might be. Clinical studies have repeatedly shown that healthy aging is supported by feelings of social connection. Whether you spend time with friends, family members, or participate in other community activities, developing social connections is one of the best ways to care for yourself as you get older.  Taking part in volunteer organizations, mentoring children, tutoring in schools are all ways you can interact with others and develop relationships. Try connecting with others online. If you have mobility limitations, or if you live far from your family, use online options to maintain communication. Video chats, such as Skype, Facetime, or other, are great ways to stay in touch.
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Face your fears of aging. Stay in the moment. Focus on the good. Find role models. Talk to your friends. Stay connected to others.
Article: Making mascara out of clay is quick and only requires a few ingredients and tools. To make your own homemade mascara from clay, you will need:  5 teaspoons (25 g) clay (of your color choice) 1 ¾ teaspoon (10.5 ml) water 1/4 teaspoon (1.5 ml) vegetable glycerin 1 pinch guar gum a small bowl a spoon Take a pinch of guar gum and put it into the bowl. The guar gum will act as a thickener and stabilizer for the mascara. Then, measure out five teaspoons of the clay of your choice. You can also mix the colors to create your own unique shade. The clay will provide the color, and will help the mascara to dry easily.  Choose a clay that has the color you are looking for n a mascara. Popular clay choices include:  Bentonite clay mixed with cocoa powder for color (for more of a brown mascara) Australian red reef clay (for a reddish brown mascara) Australian black clay (for a black mascara) When you have mixed the two powders together, add in the liquid ingredients. Measure out 1 ¾ teaspoons of water and 1/4 teaspoon of vegetable glycerin. Stir the ingredients until they are well combined.  If you're having trouble stirring the ingredients together, add more water in small increments, such as a drop or two at a time, until you get a thick, smooth liquid. It's important that you don't add too much water, or the mascara will be  runny and you won't be able to apply it. Since this mascara doesn't really have any preservatives, it's important that you replace it every four to six months. This will prevent bacteria from growing and spreading onto your lashes.  Always wash and disinfect your mascara tube and wand before reuse. Don't use your mascara if it starts to smell. Get rid of it and make a new batch right away.
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Get your supplies. Stir together the clay and guar gum. Add the water and glycerin. Make a new batch regularly.