This way, you'll know exactly how much fabric you need. Make sure to measure both wide and long. Though the shade will likely not cover the length of the entire window, you'll need to choose how much of the window will be covered. This version of the Roman shade is immobile. Determine how much light you want let in before you begin working. It's best to use fabric scissors for this part.  Cut a section that's 2 inches (5 cm) wider than your window. This extra length is for the hem on each side. Cut a section that's at least 2/3 longer than the length of the window you want covered. If you want 18 inches (46 cm) covered, allot 30 inches (76 cm) -- this accounts for the looping of the Roman shade style. Preventing fraying will increase the longevity of your work and ensure a more uniform look.  Each side should be 1 inch (2.54 cm) -- the extra material allotted from before. Use iron-on, no-sew tape as an alternative to a needle and thread. 2 inches (5 cm) is a sturdy width.  The length of the wood should match the width of your shade. If you don't have a saw (or prefer not to use one), most home improvement stores will cut it for you. This eliminates the need for a curtain rod. Drill holes (left, right, center) matching the size of the screws you have. Raw wood will draw negative attention when seen from the sides. Use whatever medium you have available.  Spare pieces of fabric (secure with glue or colored duct tape) Paint Beads (secure with glue) Use colored duct tape or glue to make it nice and sturdy.  Where the wood meets the fabric will be facing the window, at the bottom. This part will not be visible. Make sure your fabric is facing the right direction! Gather the fabric into pleats, looping and folding back. Each loop should hang lower than the one before. They can be as large or small as you desire. Around 5 inches (12.7 cm) apart is standard.  Place your shade on the floor. To keep it straight, you can refer to a rug or square tiles, if available. Use a ruler if you're feeling meticulous. The loops on the left and right need to be the same size. Make sure to do this from the back of the shade, so the pins aren't visible.   Don't grab too much fabric from the front. This could pucker the fabric and draw attention to the pins. Place three pins in each loop -- left, right, and center. If your loops are different sizes or your pins are uneven, redo them before you get any further. Pin the bottom of the shade. Any hanging material should be the last loop. Lift up the material and screw the wood into the wall, using your three pre-drilled holes.  The fabric should drape over the front, obscuring the screws and wood from view. Make any small alterations once hung. If you are happy with the finished product, you may tack the material and remove the pins. Tacking could produce puckering.
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One-sentence summary -- Measure the window. Cut your fabric. Hem all four sides of the fabric. Cut a piece of scrap wood. Drill three holes in the wood. Cover the ends of the wood. Roll the fabric around the wood. Make your loops. Pin the loops. Hang your shade.


Your guidance counselor might be the most important person you will meet during your high school career. Guidance counselors offer you valuable information that can ease your navigation through school and get you on the right track from day one.  Guidance counselors know all the classes you have to take to graduate. This is especially important as you plan each year's class load. Every school has certain classes each student must take, and if you are confused about how to fulfill your requirements, the guidance counselor can help you. If you want to go to a certain kind of college for a specific major, your guidance counselor can help you figure out what classes and extra-curricular activity will look best on your college applications. They can also help you figure out which classes will challenge you as you prepare for a college education. Guidance counselors are an essential resource for students with learning disabilities. They can work with you and your teachers to find the right accommodations for you. They can also help you with your college goals, including finding scholarships for students with disabilities. Guidance counselors can also help you if you are struggling with your classes. But academic help is not the only thing they can help you with. If you're struggling with something in your personal life, if you're feeling depressed, or if you're being bullied, counselors can be a person you can talk to. Meet with your counselor during your freshman year. Let them know your interests and your goals. If you're unsure about what you want to do, let them know that so they can help you. It's never too late to meet with your counselor, even if you're a senior. Getting to know your teachers can be beneficial in many ways. Talking to your teacher can help you be more comfortable in your class, which can in turn make you more successful in the class.  Go to your teacher if you are struggling academically. They don't want you to fail; they want you to succeed. They can offer extra tutoring or additional information about your subject that can clarify any confusion. Teachers are also great resources if you are being bullied. Don't be afraid to tell someone if you are being bullied or having a hard time. If you are planning to go to college, you will need teacher recommendations for some college and scholarship applications. If you have cultivated relationships with teachers through your high school career, you will have people who know you and believe in you to write positive, enthusiastic letters for you. Sometimes no matter how hard you study, things just don't make sense. If this happens to you, find a tutor. Many high schools offer peer tutoring in a variety of subjects, or a faculty-led afterschool tutoring program. Most communities have learning labs and tutoring centers. These centers are designed to offer help in most subjects for a fee. Tutoring centers also offer SAT, ACT, and other standardized testing prep classes.
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One-sentence summary -- Form a relationship with your guidance counselor. Talk to your teachers. Check out tutoring options.


It’s great to tell your girlfriend she’s beautiful or gush about how gorgeous she is. However, instead of bragging about her looks alone, try to focus on her personality, achievements, and other qualities that make her a wonderful person.  Brag about her professional accomplishments, like a laudable project she managed.  Talk about an impressive test score, how she made honor roll or dean’s list, or how great of a mentor she is to her younger siblings. Bragging about your love life isn’t the most respectful way to convey what a great human being your girlfriend is. Further, when you keep intimate details about your relationship between the two of you, those details become more special and profound. It’s one thing to confide in your best friend about your love life. However, if you brag to all of your friends about how great your girlfriend is at intimate stuff, she might feel like nothing more than a conquest. Bragging about how great your girlfriend is at things like cooking and cleaning could come across as old fashioned and stereotypical. Instead of reducing her to an outdated gender role, try drawing attention to more complex personality traits.  For example, you could say, “Sophie is a great cook. She likes to glance at recipes, then add her own unique twists. Her creativity, intelligence, and quick-thinking never cease to amaze me!” Try saying something like, “Her apartment is always spotless, and she loves to keep things in order. Among her many great qualities, she’s so responsible and has such attention to detail. She really makes me a better person.” When in doubt, talk to your girlfriend about whether or not she likes it when you gush about her. Set clear boundaries about what’s up for discussion, when bragging is appropriate, and how much you should share about your relationship. Ask her, “Does my bragging ever make you uncomfortable? I love telling everyone how amazing you are, but I’d never want to put you on the spot or make you feel embarrassed.”
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Focus on her qualities and accomplishments. Keep private details private. Avoid reducing her to gendered stereotypes. Ask your girlfriend how comfortable she is with your bragging.