INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Any size notebook will be just fine. Start by measuring around the spine, back to front. Whatever number you get, add 8" (16 cm). You'll need the extra to wrap it around later. As for from top to bottom, add 1/2" (1.25 cm). If your notebook was 5x11, your final results are 5 1/2" wide by 19 inches tall.  You can either use one or two pieces of fabric/felt. For felt, you generally only need one; for fabric, you may want to use two thin pieces so each side is pretty. If this is the case, cut out two and sew them together, each exposing their pretty side. You could also use an old t-shirt! (If you don't need this step, skip it.) Grab your favorite pen and cut a piece of felt that's about 3" (7.5 cm) long and extends about 1" from your pen on both sides.  Place the notebook, open, centered on the fabric. Wrap the sides around it snugly. Looking at the outside edge of your front cover, mark where you would like your pen holder to be attached (a washable marker is good for this). You should be drawing a line down the edge of the right-hand side. Cut a slit along said line. Insert the pen into the small rectangle of fabric to know how snug it needs to be. Pin the edges in place and sew along the very edge with a machine. The ends should lightly curve toward the fold on the edge. Cut off any extra material. Done! Because later the flaps will be sewn down and you won't be able to -- decisions, decisions! You could do more fabric or felt shapes or you could sew on some cute buttons! Since fabric shapes are self-explanatory (cut to shape, sew on), we'll cover adding buttons:  Put a couple of dabs of glue (just dabs!) on your button. Place where you'd like it on your cover. Repeat for all the buttons until your design is glued down in place. Let dry. Sew the buttons to the felt, with 2 or 3 stitches through each button. Fold in the sides of the cover (the part that flaps over the insides) and set with pins. You may need to recenter with your notebook to double-check how big your flaps should be. along the top and bottom sides of the cover. Pearl cotton embroidery thread works well with felt. Start at one corner, end at the other, and repeat for the other side. Hand sewing works, too, it just takes more time and diligence. Remember to stay within 1/4" of the edge on each sides to leave room for your notebook! Tada!

SUMMARY: Take the notebook's measurements and cut your fabric to match. If you'd like a pen holder, form one now. If you're going to sew a design on the front, do so at this point. Place the cover face down on a flat surface. Blanket stitch Slide your notebook into the pockets.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: The easiest way to protect your files in Windows is to create separate accounts for different users. Any files in a User’s directory is accessible only by that user. Create a Guest login to allow other people to use your computer without giving them access to your personal documents. Select User Accounts to manage the accounts on your computer. Select the Guest account and click the Turn On button. This will enable the guest login, which provides basic functionality such as web browsing, but restricts access to other user’s files and folders. Select your account from the user list and click “Create a password”. This will enable you to enter a password that will be required to login to the account when Windows starts. Administrators can access any account on the machine.

SUMMARY: Set up a guest account. Open the Control Panel. Password-protect your account.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Ground beef is one of the most versatile cuts of beef. It can be used in a wide variety of styles and dishes. Knowing which dish you will be frying beef for will help determine the exact seasoning you will need. Place the beef and seasoning into the bowl and mix with your hands until the seasoning is fully incorporated. Place a skillet with oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil has heated place your ground beef in the skillet and stir it with a utensil, like a wooden spoon, spatula, or fork until brown. Break up any clumps of meat to ensure that all of the ground beef is cooked to the same temperature, will most likely be well-done.  Use seasonings like thyme, fresh garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper for more European style dishes, like lasagna, shepherd's pie, bolognese. Try adding spices like paprika, cayenne, chili powder, or fresh cilantro for latin style dishes, like tacos, Picadillo, or chillis. Preheat your oven to 350F and let it cycle for about 45 minutes. Season your steaks with your desired spices and begin to heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat.  Once the oil is hot place one side of the steak down in the pan and sear for 2-3 minutes. Searing locks in the flavor of the steak as well as creates a “caramelized” or heavily flavored crust. If your steak is large or thick you may need to finish it in the oven. Some thinner steaks, like flank steak or skirt steak, can be cooked quickly just by searing.  Steak that come thicker or with edges that need to seared are T-bones, Porterhouses, New York strips, and Ribeyes.  Let the steak rest on a cooling rack, cutting board, or plate for about 10 to fifteen minutes to let the steak finish cooking and reabsorb its juices. Burgers can be made on a stovetop as easily as they can be grilled. Choose a ground beef with your desired fat content, season well with spices and herbs, and form your patties. Heat a skillet with oil over medium-high heat and place the patties in once the oil is hot. Your cooking time will vary depending on what your desired temperature is and how thick the patties are.  A general rule is that patties that are 1 inch thick will take around 4-6 minutes a side to cook. Make a stir fry. Stir frys can be an excellent source of protein and vegetables, and they are relatively simple and easy to cook. Many butchers already have beef cut to stir fry size, which can be anywhere from small cubes to thin slices. You’ll need to heat a walled skillet or wok with oil over a medium-high heat, then add your beef to brown quickly, followed by your vegetables and an accompanying sauce. Add sauces like soy sauce and oyster sauce to give your stir fry even more flavor. Beef in stir fries cook very quickly. Don’t worry about over cooking the beef as they will likely be well done regardless.

SUMMARY:
Cook ground beef. Cook steaks and finish them in the oven. Try making burgers.