Problem: Article: Instead of hanging just one streamer, you can add color to the space by hanging two streamers at the same time. Select two different colored streamers. Set the one streamer on top of the other so their ends meet and tape the ends together. Roll out each streamer to the desired length and cut. Staple each end of the layered streamers. If you don't have a stapler, you can tape the two streamers together. Attach one end of the layered streamers to a surface. As you walk to the other attachment point, rotate the streamers so they twist. Attach the other end to a surface. In order to see both colors, you must twist the streamers.
Summary: Double-up your streamers. Layer the streamers. Secure the ends together. Hang the streamers.

Problem: Article: Vibrant hair dyes fade easily. Do everything you can to preserve your color for as long as possible. Use sulfate-free hair products. Look for shampoos and conditioners that advertise as being “color-protecting.” Wash your hair less frequently and always do so in cold water.  You can use dry shampoo in between your normal washes, if needed. Avoid getting your hair wet in a swimming pool, since chlorine can wreak havoc on vibrant colors. Bleach dries hair out and, if you aren’t careful, it can damage it and cause significant breakage. Once you start bleaching your hair, you must take very good care of it to maintain its health. Get a good deep conditioner and apply it one or two times per week. Hair masks are similar to deep conditioners because they are highly moisturizing, but they usually include proteins and other ingredients formulated to strengthen your hair. A weekly deep-conditioning mask can help to rehydrate dry hair and restore hair cuticles that have been damaged by the bleaching process. Look for products that contain ingredients like glycerin, vitamin E, shea butter, proteins, Argan oil, keratin, avocado oil, Moroccan oil and coconut oil. Heat opens the hair cuticle and lifts the color out, so limit your use of blow dryers, flat irons and curling irons. When you are using these tools, make sure to use a heat protectant spray on your hair first. It will create a barrier between your hair and the heat. After bleaching, your hair is going to be much drier than before. This means it can burn more easily. Use heated tools with care. Vibrant colors will begin to fade within a few weeks, unfortunately. However, to revive the red color, you won’t need to repeat the bleaching process – at least, not for a while. Simply apply the red dye to your faded hair and rinse it out as you did the first time. Depending on how well your hair originally took the red dye, you may need to refresh your color as frequently as every other week.  After the first time you color your hair, you will only need to dye your new growth. You can also refresh the previously colored hair if you want to. Do not bleach your hair every time you need to touch up the color. This will severely damage your hair. You only need to apply bleach when dyeing new growth. Pay attention to the condition of your hair and only repeat the bleaching process when it’s healthy and strong enough to withstand the harsh chemicals.
Summary: Protect your hair color from fading. Use a deep conditioner one to two times per week. Use a deep-conditioning mask once per week. Avoid heat-styling your hair as much as possible. Reapply the red semi-permanent dye when the color starts to fade.

Problem: Article: There are probably a lot of things you want to include in your employee handbook, but you may not know that there are also things you are legally required to include. You need to make sure to include information on  equal employment opportunities, harassment, family medical leave, accommodations for people with disabilities. worker's compensation, military leave, breast feeding accommodations, and leave for victims of a crime.  If applicable, include information about the company's non-disclosure agreements and/or conflict of interest statements.  If the work environment is dangerous in any way, include information about the steps you take to ensure employee safety, as well as what they employees are expected to do.  Although not legally required, it's also a good idea to include clauses regarding the company's right to terminate employees at will and to make changes to the manual. This will help protect the company if a former employee files a lawsuit. Employment laws are different in every state. It's a good idea to consult an attorney before you publish your employee handbook, just to make sure you didn't include or omit anything that might be damaging. Your employee handbook should clearly communicate to employees when they are expected to be in the office and how many hours they are expected to work each week.  Also include information about overtime pay, being sure to clearly state who is and is not eligible for overtime. Make sure employees know how to report an absence. If you offer flexible hours, outline the procedure for taking advantage of this benefit. Let employees know when and how they should expect their paychecks as well. Be sure to devote a section of your manual to benefits, including paid time off, medical insurance, life insurance, the company's 401k plan, and anything else you offer. Be thorough in your explanations of these benefits so that most questions can be answered simply by consulting the manual.  If your benefits are provided by an outside provider, let employees know where to find more information about the program. If you have a combination of hourly and salaried employees or part-time and full-time employees, be sure to clearly outline who falls into which category and what benefits are available to whom. The employee handbook is also the place to establish the rules by which your employees must abide. You can also establish a disciplinary procedure, but make sure it is not so specific that it may not be appropriate in certain circumstances. Common topics covered by the code of conduct include:  Unexcused absences and late arrivals Dress code Drug/alcohol policy How to interact with clients and coworkers Social media policy Your employees will find it helpful if they know exactly how their performance reviews will be conducted and when to expect them. Be as specific as possible in outlining the procedures and the expectations. Your office probably has a lot more procedures than you would imagine, so it may take some time to think of everything you need to address in your manual. Try to think about all of the questions a new employee might have about how your office works, including things like:  How to clock in and out Lunch and break policies Telecommuting policies How to request time off How to file a complaint against a coworker Inclement weather policies
Summary: Know the legal requirements. Include information on hours and attendance. Talk about benefits. Lay out a code of conduct. Describe the review process. Include procedures.

Problem: Article: Whether you plan on purchasing your mitt or glove online or in-store, go to a local sporting goods store first. Test the fit and feel of various brands and models in person to ensure that you’re buying the right glove for you. Gloves separate your fingers from each other for greater dexterity. Mitts omit this feature due to their heavy padding; even if they did separate your fingers, the thicker padding would make it harder for your fingers to move independently of each other.  Browse gloves if you’re an outfielder, pitcher, or second- or third baseman, or a utility player.  Browse mitts if you’re a catcher or first baseman. Learn the difference between velcro, D-ring, lace, and buckle adjustments. Decide which one you prefer.   Velcro: loosens or tightens your glove quickly with minimal fuss.   D-ring: allows you to adjust your glove's fit by pulling on one lace.   Lace: uses multiple laces to change your glove's fit.   Buckle: uses a clasp to secure your glove's fit. Buy a glove or mitt made from synthetic materials for younger players who expect to grow out of their current size, since these tend to be cheaper. For more durability over longer use, invest in a leather glove or mitt. To break your glove or mitt in more quickly after purchase, opt for treated leather that has been pre-conditioned for this purpose. Avoid the cheapest mitt or glove available, since the price usually reflects the quality of craftsmanship. At the same time, resist grabbing the most expensive one automatically. Choose the right glove for you, which may or may not be the highest priced item.
Summary:
Visit a brick-and-mortar store. Know the difference between a glove and mitt. Familiarize yourself with various adjustments. Choose a material. Assess the cost.