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Silkscreens can only apply one color at a time, so create a simple shape or outline to begin learning. Whatever you draw will eventually be the inked part of the print. To make your own print, you need:  Poster board, thin cardboard, or other thick & sturdy paper. Pencil X-acto knife or another precision knife Screen printing isn't difficult, as what you draw is exactly what you get on the final print. However, there are certain principles and limitations to screen printing that you should know as you design your print:  You can only print 1 color at a time. High contrast images (like black on white) work the best, as you cannot use shading. For complex designs, you need to make multiple prints, one for each color, and layer them after the ink has dried. Sketch out the blocks of your design. You can upload photos or other images into photo editing software as well and use those. To do so, reduce the drawing to a basic two-tone outline then print it. To make a stencil on Photoshop, for example, you would take a black and white image and click Image → Adjustments → Threshold, then set it up near the highest it can be. Everything that you cut away will be un-inked on the final print, and everything covered by the stencil will be covered in ink. For example, imagine you are printing the red logo of a bulls-eye on a white t-shirt. When you cut out the stencil, all of the rings that you cut away will be white, and all of the rings that are covered by the stencil will be red. For complex prints, it can be very difficult to cut out the entire outline. In this case, use thick black ink on transparent paper to make your stencil. Your stencil or drawing needs to block light, as this is what etches the design into the screen and allows you to print. Everything covered by a stencil or black ink will not get exposed to light, leaving it "open" and allowing ink to pass onto the shirt or item.

summary: Create a stencil of your design. Know the artistic limitations and challenges of screen-printed designs. Sketch your design onto the poster board. Cut the design out as a stencil. Alternatively, draw your design on transparent paper.


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First, figure out whether you should address your letter to both of your parents or start by coming out to one. You might feel more comfortable writing your letter to one parent, who can then help you come out to the other.  If you address one letter to both of your parents, it might be a good idea to make a copy of your letter, print two copies, or send each of them an email. That way, they'll each have their own copy to read at their own pace and in their own time. Before you come out to your parents, find a trusted friend, and come out to them first. Ask this person for support throughout the process so that you have someone you can rely on if you need it. Be clear and direct, but use terms that you're most comfortable with and that will be easiest for your parents to digest. Sometimes, telling your parents that you're attracted to men or women is easier than saying, “I'm gay.” Further, sometimes the most specific terms are hard for parents to understand. For example, they might be able to understand that you're transgender, but you might confuse them if you start by describing your specific trans identity using terms they've never heard. Be confident, and let your parents know that discovering who you are has been a process. Tell them that you want to be honest with them, but you aren't asking their permission to be yourself. For example, you could write, “I hope you understand that this isn't just a phase, and that it's taken some time for me to discover and accept myself.” After writing about who you are and how you've come to accept yourself, you should include specific, actionable steps that your parents can take. Let them know exactly what you want and need from them.  For example, let them know that you want to have an honest relationship with them. Write that you hope you can continue to rely on them for support and guidance. If you're writing to one parent, tell them that you'd like them to help you come out to your other parent. You could also ask them to keep this to themselves and mention that you'd like to come out to other family members on your own time. If you'd prefer to continue the conversation in writing, ask them to reply with letters of their own. If you're writing to a parent who lives far away, ask them to write back to you or to set aside some time to talk on the phone. If you don't have a preference, you could write, “I'm not sure what steps we should take next. You can write me a letter if it would help you make sense of all this, or we could talk face to face.” After composing your letter, set it aside in a secure place and take some time away from it. Get a good night's sleep, then read it back to yourself. Look for spots where you could be clearer, more confident, or more respectful, and revise it accordingly.

summary: Decide whether to come out to one or both parents. Use simple, approachable language. Explain that you know who you are. Tell them what you need from them. Propose ways of continuing the conversation. Reread and revise your letter.


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The operation pressure of your filtration system will increase when the filters are dirty because the pumps are having a harder time pushing water through the filters. This higher pressure on your gauges is a great indicator of when its time to clean the filters.  There are cases when the pressure won’t increase even though the filter is dirty, such as if there is a hole in the filter that water can easily flow through. However, in most cases, high pressure is a good sign that your filter needs cleaning. Unless your pool gets very dirty, very often, this should only occur once or twice a year. Locate the main electrical breaker for the pool filter system and turn it to the off position. Then locate the water supply disconnect and turn it to the off position as well. Turning these off before you remove your filter will ensure that water will drain from the filter compartment and that there will be no risk of shock while you are cleaning out your filter. Once the water is turned off, you can release the system pressure by turning the pressure valve. The valve is usually located on top of the filter compartment or near to it. Releasing this valve will allow the water to drain from the filter compartment before you take the lid off.  You will know that you have successfully released the valve when you hear pressurized air coming out of it. In most cases, you will turn the valve counterclockwise until it won’t move any more to release the pressure in the system. The top of the filter compartment is usually held on with a clamp. Use a wrench or pliers to open up the clamp handle, which will allow the top of the compartment to be removed. Once the top is off, you can grab the filter and pull it straight up and out. There are a variety of types of clamps that may be used on your filtration system. Follow the instructions that came with the system to properly detach the lid of the filter compartment if it is unclear to you. Once the filter is out of the filtration system, look over the entire filter for holes and tears. Even small rips can let water flow through without removing dirt and debris. If the filter is damaged, it should be thrown away and replaced, instead of cleaned. It’s best to inspect the filter right away after removing it so that you don’t waste time cleaning a filter that should just be thrown away.
summary: Remove the filter when the pressure is 7-10 lbs above normal. Turn off the pool pump and water supply to the system. Release the air relief valve to depressurize the filter system. Open up the filter compartment and pull the filter out. Inspect the filter for damage.