Problem: Article: The way you set up your store will determine the value your customers believe is available. Full racks and overstocking may reduce the amount of sales that you have, so decorate and display in a way that highlights your products. You will need to keep track of items, prices, consignment agreements, dates, returns, expenses and profits. It is a good idea to invest in a bookkeeping computer and software that will keep track of these important figures and your sales.  Train anyone who is involved with the business's day to day affairs on the bookkeeping procedures. Since you are buying, selling and consigning at once, figures can easily become lost or confusing. Your success depends upon keeping track of all aspects of the financial details, so that you will know if you are running at a profit or a loss. Reconcile your bookkeeping on a weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly basis. Doing regular reviews will help you to deal with the large amount of information you are taking in in order to run your business. If you are passionate about researching the product and a good bookkeeper, you can adjust your business practices to bring in the most money. Focus on the product that sell the best and advertise for specific consignments in order to increase your merchandise base. If you are selling collectible items, then using an online auction house will help you to move more products more quickly. Be up front with all sellers about these practices, in order to ensure they are aware. Employees in a consignment store are often asked to take on consignments, so make sure they are well versed in what you are looking for and how to keep track of new items. Understand that your product may dictate when you sell the most, and reduce your quantity of consignments if they are unlikely to sell. For example, sports equipment may be more likely to sell in the summer and the types of clothing you consign will depend upon the season.
Summary: Practice artful presentation. Setup a detailed bookkeeping system. Adjust your consignments according to what is selling. Consider selling on the Internet or eBay as well as in the store. Train your employees to recognize good products. Plan for seasonality and slow times.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: For much of the film, Burton’s Alice wears a blue dress that falls close to ankle-length.  In some scenes her blue dress is loosely draped and worn off the shoulder. However, in the court scene she wears a strapless red tea-length dress with white and black sheer overlay.  Adults may own a suitable red cocktail dress. The loosely draped version of the blue dress would be difficult to buy or construct, but could be appropriate as an informal toga-style costume. Vintage stores and thrift shops can be good places to find affordable longer dresses that can be modified to look like Alice's film costume. In the film, Alice does not wear the iconic white pinafore.  However, the overlay on the red dress is something like an apron worn backwards; open at the front, covering the back. You can make your own reverse pinafore by tying a length of black and white fabric across the back of a red dress, and draping part over one shoulder. In the film, Alice wears white-tinted stockings but they are sheer and not terribly distinctive.  In warm weather, going without stockings would likely be as appropriate as wearing nylons. Burton’s Alice wears white lace-up boots with a kitten heel and a black toe.  These might be quite difficult to find.  Black and white saddle shoes might provide a convincing alternative. Some websites that feature vintage imitation clothing, such as Modcloth, stock high heels in black and white that look similar. Purchasing a pair of white boots from a thrift store and painting them with black accents is an affordable alternative. Alice’s hair is blonde and parted down the center.  It falls in loose waves around her shoulders without a headband or other styling.  If your hair is naturally straight, use a curling iron or hot rollers to achieve more body. If your hair is naturally a color or texture that makes imitating the film look impossible, consider wearing a wig to achieve the full effect.

SUMMARY: Pick a dress. Decide whether to use a pinafore. Choose your stockings. Find the best footwear. Style your hair.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Aromatherapy is generally delivered through essential oils, which are distilled from the leaves, stems, flowers, bark, or roots of specific plants. There are a wide variety of essential oils that can help you relax. Choose one with an appealing scent to you or mix several for a personalized essential oil. Some of the best essential oils for relaxation are:  Bergamot  Chamomile Jasmine Lavender Marjoram Rose Valerian  Vetiver Every essential oil has different properties. Some may not be ideal for helping you relax. Reading the label of any essential oil you choose can alert you to potential contra-indications and prevent potential problems. Find contra-indications and any other warnings by reading the label of the essential oil. For example, you should see a warning about using valerian if you are pregnant or breast feeding. If there is no label, consider another brand. Essential oils are very powerful and you should avoid using a “neat” or undiluted oil on your skin. A carrier oil reduces the potency of an essential oil. It also moisturizes your skin.  Use a mild carrier oil. Some excellent options are coconut, olive, avocado, safflower, and almond oils. Mix seven to12 drops of essential oil to each fluid ounce of carrier oil, depending on how strong you want the aroma. Don’t dilute your essential oil with water or other liquids. These won’t make the mixture mild enough to use on your skin. Before using your essential oil, it’s important to check that the mixture doesn’t irritate your skin. Dab one to two drops of the oil on the inside of your elbow. If you don’t notice a reaction after 24 hours, you can use the essential oil to help you relax.
Summary: Choose the best essential oils for relaxing. Read product labels. Dilute essential oils with a carrier oil. Test the oil on your skin.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Aim to use as much natural light as possible. However, don't rely on a single source of light to light your living room. Try to blend several layers of light from multiple sources.  Use a combination of ceiling lights, table lamps, sconces, and floor lamps to achieve balanced lighting in your living room.  Pay attention to the corners. If you have a lamp in one corner, position two more in the room to try and balance the light.  Use tall lights to give the impression of a higher ceiling. Dimmers give you the opportunity to change the feel of the room whenever you like. If you like to host parties, you can use your dimmers to create a flattering light. Choose LED bulbs that provide bright white light and dim them as needed.  Dimmer switches can extend bulb life and conserve energy.  Consult an electrician if you want to add dimmer switches to your lights. If you plan on watching a lot of T.V. in the room, make sure your lights aren't going to cause a glare. To make the room more suitable for winding down, keep the light low. Certain areas of your living room may be devoted to a specific task. Put a lamp on your desk if you work in your living room. If you have a reading chair, position a lamp nearby.
Summary:
Create layers of light. Install a dimmer. Make the lights fit the function of the room.