Q: Hold the end of a measuring tape against the front of your sewing machine, right at the base. Pull the rest of the tape across the top of the machine and back down to the other side. Hold the tape against the base and record the measurement.  Start and finish your measuring at the long side of the sewing machine's base, not the short. This will be the “height” measurement for your pattern. Hold the end of the measuring tape at the front of your sewing machine. Run it along the long, bottom edge, and stop when you reach the back. Write that measurement too. This will be the “length” measurement for your pattern. Choose a color that coordinates with your cover. Measure and cut the ribbons, making sure that they are all the same length. Next, seal the cut edges of the ribbons with fray check, glue, or a flame.  If you want longer ties, make the ribbons 12 inches (30 cm) long instead. Choose ribbons that are around 1⁄2 in (1.3 cm) wide. This way, they won't tangle as much, but they will still be easy to tie. Pull the first set of ribbons away from the lining, and then tie them in front of the sewing machine. Pull the next set of ribbons away from the lining as well, and tie them in the back of the sewing machine.  The front of the sewing machine is the end with the needle. The back is the end with the wheel and thread spool. Tie the ribbons into bows, not double-knots. Not only will they look nicer, but they'll be easier to untie. If you added pockets, feel free to stash extra items in them, such as manuals or scissors.
A: Wrap a measuring tape over the top of your sewing machine. Measure the length of your sewing machine. Cut four 10 in (25 cm) pieces of ribbon. Place the cover on top of the sewing machine, then tie the ribbons.

Article: It’s best to wait until after the flowering season to ensure that the branches are producing blooms. After the plant blooms, look for branches that didn't produce any leaves or flowers.  Avoid trimming the plant during the blooming season, as this can halt growth and cause the flowers to wilt prematurely. Disinfect your pruning shears with rubbing alcohol or bleach before using them to reduce the spread of pests and diseases. Look around the bush for any dead branches that have no leaves or didn’t produce blooms. Make note of areas where branches have snapped or bent. Around the bottom of the plant, look for any branches that have bugs on them or have wilted leaves. Cut infected and broken branches before “shaping” the bush by removing healthy branches. Cutting at an angle helps water run off the end and prevents the chances of stem rot. Try not to cut branches straight across, as this can kill the rest of the branch because water will pool on the surface, and it invites pests to burrow into the branches. Always use sharp pruning scissors or long-handled loppers to prevent minuscule cracks from forming in the branches. Leaving a tiny bit of the old branch will encourage regrowth. To find a bud, look for an area where a leaf or another branch meets the branch that you want to cut. This is an area where growth occurs. If any part of the branch is extremely damaged or diseased, cut it back to a healthy main branch at the center of the bush, also called a “parent branch.” Select some of the long, healthy stems in the middle portion of the bush, and prune them to a bud near the center of the bush. This will allow more sunshine and air to penetrate into the middle and lower part of the bush, encouraging further growth.  Avoid removing more than ⅓ of the healthy branches on your bush at any time, even if it is overgrown. If you have a lot of long branches at the top of the bush, you may want to trim some of those to the center of the bush. This can also increase the amount of sunshine that reaches the lower part of the shrub.
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Prune the bush between April and June. Remove any branches that are dead, damaged, or diseased. Hold the pruning scissors at a 45-degree angle. Cut the branches 1⁄4 in (0.64 cm) in front of a bud. Remove a few branches from the middle to increase light and airflow.

Q: Growing hair starts from the roots - which means that taking care of your scalp and the roots of your hair can stimulate growth. Oil, which conditions hair, warmed and massaged onto your scalp will help to prompt hair growth. Heat up a bit of olive, coconut, or argon oil until warm to the touch. Gently rub this into your scalp for 5-10 minutes, and allow the oil to soak into your hair for an additional 30 minutes. Rinse out the oil with warm water when you’re finished. Apple cider vinegar is one of those ‘jack of all trades’ products; it works wonders on hair, skin, and many health ailments. Among its many abilities is the power to help stimulate hair growth. Mix three parts apple cider vinegar with one part water, and put it in a spray bottle. Every time you shower, spritz your hair with the vinegar mixture post-shampoo. Wait 1-2 minutes, and then rinse it out. You should notice a change in growth rate after several weeks of use. Damaged hair doesn’t grow as well as healthy hair; using a deep conditioner to repair your hair follicles will increase hair growth over time. Choose a deep conditioner for your hair type (available at most drug stores and hair salons), and follow the box directions for application. Normally, the conditioner is left in your hair for 20-30 minutes prior to being rinsed out with cold water. Egg whites and aloe vera have been used in hair for centuries. They add moisture to hair, giving it a healthier appearance, and also help to stimulate hair growth. Mix an egg white with fresh aloe vera (or 100% bottled aloe) and cover your hair and scalp in the mixture. Let the mask set for 15-20 minutes, and then rinse it out with cool water. Allow your hair to air-dry when finished. Boil a cut onion in water for 10-15 minutes to form an onion broth. Allow this to cool, and then coat your head and scalp in it. The onion provides nutrients that help with hair growth while adding shine to the strands. Rinse it out with cold water, and allow your hair to air dry. And don’t worry - the onion won’t leave a smell in your hair as long as you rinse it all out.
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Give yourself a hot oil massage. Try an apple cider vinegar rinse. Use a deep conditioner. Make an egg white and aloe mask. Try an onion rinse.