A plastic ketchup bottle would work fine, but a squeeze bottle—like you would find in restaurants—works best. Some people like to use several dyes on their shirts, but only one is necessary. Each color dye will consist of:  1 tbsp (15 ml) organic nitrogen (to help conserve the color in the dye) 1 cup (236.5 ml) warm water 1 ounce (28 g) color dye For every gallon (3.79 l) of water, mix in 1 cup (236.5 ml) of soda ash, also known as sodium carbonate Make sure that the entire shirt is wet; any part of the shirt that is dry will not absorb the dye. Wring the shirt out well, so it is damp. There are several different designs you can choose from when making tie-dye, among them the spiral design and the sun design.
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One-sentence summary -- Get a bottle to dispense the dye. Prepare your dye/s. Prepare your soda ash mixture in a tub or sink. Wet your white cotton T-shirt in the soda ash mixture. Choose your design.


A faulty USB port will often prevent your webcam from working properly or being detected by your computer. In some cases, Windows may install generic Logitech drivers that won’t function optimally with your specific webcam model.  Click on the Start menu and right-click on “Computer.” Select “Manage,” then select “Device Manager” from the Computer Management window. Right-click on your webcam model under “Imaging Devices,” then select “Uninstall.” Follow the steps outlined in Method Two to install the latest software and drivers for your webcam model. In many cases, the software and drivers for your webcam won’t be compatible across all operating systems. For example, if you recently upgraded from Windows XP to Windows 7, install updated software using the steps in Method Two.
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One-sentence summary -- Try plugging the webcam into another open USB port on your computer if the webcam fails to work. Try uninstalling and reinstalling drivers for the webcam manually if Windows automatically installs drivers and the webcam fails to work. Follow the steps outlined in Method Two to install updated software and drivers for your webcam if you recently upgraded your computer’s operating system.


Each substitution is a little different – make sure you know what kind of chocolate your recipe needs. For the record, bittersweet and semi-sweet chocolate can be used interchangeably. As they are pretty much the same, only different names.   If you're trying to substitute for chocolate chips, you may be fighting an uphill battle. It won't taste the same as you're envisioning, but it is technically possible. To work backwards, a 12 oz bag of chocolate chips is 2 cups. 1 oz of baking chocolate is usually 1 or 2 squares. If using butter or margarine, soften it before beginning. Combine 3 tablespoons cocoa powder with 1 tablespoon of butter, margarine or vegetable oil. Mix it up until it's a uniform consistency. This will make the equivalent of 1 ounce of unsweetened baking chocolate. This is to make unsweetened baking chocolate. If you're using sweetened cocoa, the taste will not be the same – it'll be much, much sweeter. Combine 1 tablespoon cocoa, 3 1/2 tsp sugar, and 2 tsp shortening (butter, margarine, or vegetable oil work, too), mixing well. This will make the equivalent of 1 ounce of semisweet chocolate. You could try it instead of chocolate chips, but it will more like a semi-sweet chocolate cookie than anything. This recipe works for bittersweet chocolate, too. Combine 4 tsp sugar, 3 tbsp cocoa, and 1 tbsp vegetable shortening. This will make the equivalent of 1 ounce of sweet baking chocolate when mixed up well. Again, be wary of using this in a chocolate chip cookie as this is not in chip form. If you're unsure of what to do with your cocoa-sugar-shortening mixture, just add it into your bowl full of wet ingredients. It'll mix right in, no harm, no foul. It can also work drizzled on top and then put into the oven. It's best to avoid using it as a dipping sauce, however.
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One-sentence summary -- Measure out your ingredients. Try substituting for unsweetened baking chocolate. Or try substituting semisweet chocolate. Alternatively, use cocoa to substitute for sweet baking chocolate. Mix it in with the liquid already in the recipe.


Since you'll only be seeing her during the time that her brain is in work-mode, you'll need to work extra hard for her to see you in a new light. Share things about yourself so that she sees you as a real person, rather than just a colleague.  Let her know that you are taking improv classes on Wednesday nights or that you go mountain biking on the weekends. Without making it obvious, hint to her that you're single, and therefore available. Studies show that it's possible to create chemistry between two people.Try gently teasing her about her cute dimples. Develop inside jokes. If you have a favorite show in common, try quoting it or sending her trailers for the upcoming season. Few things garner the attention of a colleague more than professional success, so show her what an all-star you are at your job. By doing so, you’ll most likely receive praise by those who work alongside you, which is bound to get back to her. If you win awards or implement successful projects, she'll not only notice you, but will view you in a positive light. She may even refer to you when she has a question.  Help others, especially your crush, in your area of expertise. This will give you an opportunity to subtly show off your skills, while proving how helpful you can be. If nothing else, this tactic will strengthen your career. Making her feel good about herself is a sure way to catch her attention. She will immediately feel comfortable around you and will open up more. It will also show her that you have something in common and it will continue to be easier to break the ice.  This doesn’t mean you should laugh at every single thing she says, you don’t want to come off as fake. Make a few jokes to prove that you have a sense of humor of your own. Remember, the point is to put a smile on her face, so even corny jokes will do. Try: "What does a nosy pepper do? Gets jalapeño business." Sending her small jokes throughout the day is a great way to give her a pick me up, and she'll smile whenever she sees a message from you. It will be difficult to catch her attention if you look like you just rolled out of bed that morning, and you'll never be able to leave the friend zone. Go for a mix of professional and sexy.Your clothing should display your best assets while conveying that you take your job seriously.  If you've been told that the color blue brings out your eyes, wear something with blue in it. This doesn’t mean showing too much skin, remember you should still be office-appropriate. For women working in a casual office environment, instead of jeans wear a dress or skirt and put on some make-up so you'll stand out. Men should consider a collared shirt rather than a t-shirt. Likewise nice slacks and a tie are sure to make her notice how put together you look. If you’re waiting for your crush to make the first move, looking lost in an excel document or constantly having your headphones on is a bad move. It’s beneficial to have a good rapport with co-workers, so show her how friendly you are with those around you, and she’ll be more likely to engage you in conversation. Make sure to go out of your way to include her in chats you're having with other colleagues. Paying attention to her in this way will not only flatter her, but will show that you value her input. Smile and be warm during your interaction.
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One-sentence summary --
Don't get thrown into the friend zone. Gain her respect. Laugh at her jokes. Liven up your appearance. Be approachable.