Problem: Article: Brushing the velvet will remove dirt and lint, and loosen any mats in the fabric. This prepares the fabric for treatment and can remove caked-on dirt before spot cleaning. When brushing accessories, make sure you’re getting into corners and areas where there might be hardware to remove dirt and lint. The suction will remove any dirt and lint, and the brush attachment will loosen up mats in the fabric to prepare it for cleaning. Be gentle and don’t push too hard on the fabric as you can crush the pile. To prevent further stains and dirt from damaging the fabric, you can vacuum your velvet once per week. You may need to add extra lemon juice to create more foam. You won’t be using any of the liquid portion of this mixture, so don’t worry about having excess liquid. If you’re cleaning the entire piece of furniture, you’ll probably need to add more baking soda and lemon juice as you work. Make sure there are a lot of bubbles while you’re mixing. If you need to, you can add more water and detergent to create the foam. Gently pick up some of the foam that was created by the mixture. You don’t need a large amount, just enough to cover the top of the cloth. You can remove excess foam with a dry area of the cloth. Let the area dry and brush it with the cloth or a clothing brush.  For furniture, you should apply the foam by wiping in long strokes with the nap of the fabric.  You should test this method in a small, inconspicuous area first, such as the inner lining or hem hem of a piece of clothing if it has velvet on it, or a non-visible portion of the furniture or accessory. Although the mixture might appear to dry quickly, give it some time to completely dry from the fabric and allow the pile of the velvet to return to its original form. Avoid using the item or piece of furniture during this time. If the stain is still present, apply another coat and allow it to dry again, repeating until the stain is gone. You can find protective coating for velvet furniture at department stores, furniture stores, or online. Make sure you’re misting the item by spraying at least 6 inches (15 cm) away from the fabric, rather than saturating it with the spray.  After the spray dries, wipe the furniture with a clothing brush or lint-free cloth to remove any mats or creases. Protective coatings made specifically for delicate fabrics, such as Scotchguard and Nano Protector, are great solutions for accessories that tend to get dirty quickly. You can also use furniture protector spray to ensure waterproofing for velvet shoes.  Applying a protective coating might void your item’s warranty, so make sure you check the care information before spraying the item with the solution.
Summary: Brush the item with a clothing brush or lint-free cloth before treating. Vacuum velvet furniture with the brush attachment. Mix 2 tablespoons of baking soda and ½ a cup of lemon juice to treat spots on furniture. Mix 1 tbsp delicate detergent and 2 cups of water to treat clothing and accessories. Skim the foam of the mixture with a lint-free cloth. Dab the foam onto to the spot using a lint-free cloth. Allow the item 3-5 hours to dry. Apply a protective coating to furniture or accessories to avoid new stains.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Fill a container with candles, your favorite hot drink, a book you enjoy, and a big blanket. If you have a rough day at work, come home and open your kit to wind down and ease into relaxation. The items in your kit could be whatever helps you relax. If crafting helps, fill your box with craft materials. Puzzles and games can also help you slow down and make you calmer. Sometimes at the end of the day, the best way to relax is a hot bubble bath. Keep the lights low and keep a few candles in the bathroom for extra ambiance. Soak in the tub until you feel a deep sense of calm.  If you can, read a book while laying in the tub for additional ease of mind. Epsom salts help relieve aches and pains on top of being aromatherapeutic. Use a eucalyptus or lavender scented Epsom in your bath for total comfort. One of the most important aspects of hygge is feeling warm and cozy. Wear clothes that are too big for you that store heat or thick wool socks that make walking a comfort. If you live in an area too warm to bundle up, wear loose-fitting clothes so you can relax without feeling restricted. A main concept of hygge is taking the time to focus on the ‘now’ rather than what will happen in the future. If you take an extra 10 minutes when you’re relaxing, you’ll savor the moments and melt the stresses away.  Wake up earlier to enjoy time drinking coffee or doing a crossword in your nook. Eat your food slower to enjoy the flavor and spend more time with your delicious meal.

SUMMARY: Build a self-care “emergency” kit. Take a relaxing bath. Wear comfortable clothes like sweatpants and loose shirts. Slow down and avoid rushing.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Use a sharp knife to cut the ingredients into pieces. Cut the onion into small, finger-sized pieces. Divide the tomatoes into similarly sized chunks too. You can cut them into wedges a little larger than the onions. These peppers are so hot that they will irritate your skin. Always wear kitchen gloves when handling them. Slice off the stems, then cut the peppers from side to side. Divide them into slices a little bigger than the onions. You don’t have to remove the seeds. Be careful of any lingering pepper juice. Wash it off when get the chance. Avoid touching your eyes. Place a pan on the stove and add the oil to it. Olive oil is a common choice, but other cooking oils may be used instead. Turn on the stove to let the pan heat until the oil is hot.  When the oil is hot, it glistens. It flows smoothly if you tip the pan. It should not smoke, so if you see smoke, move the pan off the heat.  Canola oil is a standard replacement for olive oil. It has less flavor. Other vegetable oils, including corn oil or peanut oil, may also be used. Add the 3 ingredients you cut earlier, stirring them with a spoon to coat them in oil. The heat softens the ingredients and begins drawing out their flavor. Measure out the liquids and pour them into the pot. Also add the salt to season the sauce. Reduce the heat to a medium-low setting. The sauce should gently bubble, indicating that you have it at the right temperature. Leave the pot on the stove, uncovered, for 20 minutes. After the 20 minutes are up, remove the pan from the heat. For safety, let the sauce sit on the stove for about 5 minutes. The open your food processor and pour the ingredients into it. Turn on the processor to break down the ingredients into a smooth sauce. Use resealable hot sauce bottles or mason jars to hold the sauce. Make sure the jars have been thoroughly washed and disinfected. Pour the sauce into a funnel placed on top of the bottles, then let the bottles cool, uncovered, on the counter. After 10 to 20 minutes, when the bottles no longer feel hot to the touch, move them to the refrigerator. Homemade hot sauce can stay fresh up to 6 months and sometimes longer than that.
Summary:
Slice up the onion and tomatoes. Cut apart the peppers. Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Cook the onions, tomatoes, and peppers into the pan for 10 minutes. Add vinegar, salt, and water to the pan. Reduce the heat so the sauce simmers for 20 minutes. Cool the sauce for a few minutes and pour it into a food processor. Pour the sauce through a funnel into resealable containers. Refrigerate the sauce in the resealable containers.