Q: Most boning knives on the market will feather blades within this range. A shorter, curved blade affords greater control and precision for removing bones from meat and fish. Stainless steel is extremely durable, and will remain sharp after many uses. While there are several different varieties of stainless steel blades - including high carbon blades, which are lightweight, and cold steel, which tend to be more durable - any kind of stainless steel blade will suffice for a decent boning knife.
A: Choose a curved blade between 5-6.5 inches (13-16.5 cm) long. Opt for a stainless steel blade.

Q: Saltwater test strips are easy to use and are a cheaper alternative to a testing kit. However, a testing kit may give you a more accurate reading of the chlorine levels of the pool. Be sure to choose a kit or strips formulated for use in saltwater pools. You can find saltwater test strips and kits from pool supply stores as well as online. Dunk the saltwater test strips into the water, then compare the color the paper turns with the provided chart to find out how much chlorine is in the water. Alternatively, fill up a test kit with water from the pool. Add the specified number of the appropriate droplets to the chlorine chamber and compare the color of the water to the provided chart to find out the chlorine level.  Make sure you’re testing free chlorine, not total chlorine, as the free chlorine is what is available to kill germs and bacteria in the water. Follow the specific directions including with your test strips or kit. Saltwater pools require “free” chlorine to kill harmful bacteria that could make swimmers sick. On average, your saltwater pool should have a free chlorine reading of 1.0 to 3.0 ppm. If the level drops below 1.0 ppm, the water is not safe to swim in until chlorine is added.
A: Obtain saltwater test strips or a testing kit. Test the free chlorine levels in the pool weekly. Aim for a free chlorine reading of 1.0 to 3.0 ppm.

Q: You may want to put blankets or pillows underneath them, both for their comfort and their protection in case they are dropped. The lifters should kneel or sit beside the liftee, preferably with one person at each shoulder and one person at each knee. If you have a fifth person, they should kneel at the liftee’s head. This is usually the party host, but it can be anyone who knows the game well. They are in charge of guiding the group through the trick, so they must know how to do the trick from start to finish. It helps if the leader is a bit theatrical. The leader has to tell the group about the spooky, supernatural origins of the game, and it's much more fun if they really sell it! Release your two pointer fingers, which will be the only fingers you use to lift. The lifters should then place both fingers underneath the liftee’s shoulders or knees, depending on where they are seated. If there is a fifth lifter at the head, they can place one finger beneath either shoulder. The leader should instruct everyone to give it a try but there should be no countdown or special set-up. Simply attempt to lift. You probably won’t be able to move the lift very high, if at all. They will feel too heavy to lift with just two fingers. At this point, the leader should tell the group that it isn't working because the liftee hasn't become "possessed" yet. Because the group hasn't performed they mystical chant yet, the spirits have not been summoned. Now, it's time to get serious.
A: Lay the person you're going to lift flat on the ground, with their arms crossed over their chest. Make one of the lifters the leader. Clasp your hands together. Perform a test lift.

Q: This is a do-it-yourself method of waxing made with natural ingredients. It is much cheaper than going to a salon to have the waxing done professionally.  Lemon juice (2 tablespoons) Raw sugar (1 cup) Water (2 tablespoons) Non-GMO cornstarch or arrowroot powder Once you have all of your ingredients, you need to gather the materials that will help you to make it. You will also need materials to help you do your own waxing.  Medium-sized cooking pot Stainless steel bowl 6” x 12” strips of cloth Stir the ingredients together, and then slowly bring the mixture to a boil. Next, reduce the heat and simmer the mixture until it turns a golden color and becomes smooth. When the wax is in the stainless steel bowl, allow it to cool for several minutes. The color may become darker as it cools. While the wax cools, you need to prepare the body part(s) you want to wax. Wash and exfoliate the area, which helps to remove dead skin cells prior to the waxing. Dry your body when you are done.  Areas of the body you can wax yourself include legs and arms. Waxing the bikini area, underarms, and facial areas are not recommended as the skin is more sensitive. See a professional if you would like these areas waxed.  A family member or friend could do back or chest waxing at home for you, if that is something you would like done. You do not need a lot of powder; just sprinkle a thin layer over the area. This helps with the wax removal. Knead the wax until it is smooth, and then spread it on your body part. As you spread it on, always move in the direction of your hair growth. You should not apply it against the hair growth. Lay the cloth strip over the waxed area and press it down. You will need to wait a few moments for the wax to cool to your body temperature before removing it. When the wax has cooled to your temperature, very quickly grip it and pull it up against your hair growth. You need to do this fast, as doing it slowly will actually be more painful and likely not remove all of the hair. Continue to work until you have waxed the entire area. When you are done waxing, gently rinse off any of the wax that might be still stuck to your body. Then, moisturize the area. Jojoba and grapeseed oils are recommended options for moisturizing and reducing redness. You do not want to wax again immediately, because your skin will become too irritated. If you missed any big areas, then wait a few days before repeating this method.
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Buy or gather the ingredients needed for the sugar wax. Collect the materials you need to help you make the wax and do the waxing. Add the lemon juice, sugar, and water to the cooking pot on the stovetop. Remove the mixture to the stainless steel bowl. Wash the area you want to wax and prepare it for waxing. Sprinkle cornstarch or arrowroot powder over the area to be waxed. Collect sugar wax in your hand, about as much as the equivalent size of a ping pong ball. Press a cloth strip onto the wax. Pull the cloth strip off against the hair growth. Repeat applying the sugar wax, letting it cool, and removing the wax all around the body part. Rinse off remaining sugar wax and moisturize. Wax again in a few days if you missed any areas.