Article: Smocking can be done using any type of fabric, but it works best if you use thin fabric that doesn't have a lot of stretch. Try thin cotton or linen if this is your first time. Choose embroidery floss in a matching or contrasting color. The stitches are meant to be seen to create a pretty dotted pattern.  Smocking gives fabric an elastic quality and makes it more form fitting. You'll need to take this into account when cutting fabric for the pattern you're using. Make it 2 1/2 to 3 times wider than what your pattern calls for. If you'd rather not have visible stitching, choose a regular sewing thread (rather than thick embroidery floss) in the same color as your fabric.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Choose fabric and thread.

Problem: Article: When facing a fast bowler a back foot defense shot is an important element to avoid being called out. If a shot is on the stump but short of good length, this shot is a solid way to play it safe.  Step back towards the wickets with your back foot. Keep your back leg inside the line of the ball. Keep your head forward and your back foot flat on the ground. Move your front foot toward the back leg with your front foot pointed at the bowler. Keeping the arms in a high position, swing the bat straight down. Angle the bat toward the ground and strike the ball when it is below the eyes. The trick to mastering this shot is all in the wrists. Use it to play balls that are delivered short or full on the leg side.  Quickly move both legs back toward the stumps. Keep your back leg in line with the ball. Angle your body to face toward the bowler. Swing the bad straight through. Turn the face slightly toward your leg side and strike the ball in front of the body. Roll your top wrist over to control the ball and angle it toward the ground. The top hand grip can remain loose or tight depending on how fine or square the batter wants the ball to be. This powerful shot can help score lots of runs. Select this shot on short deliveries that are outside of the stump.  Step backwards and across the stump with the back foot. Begin your backswing by turning your front shoulder while bringing the bat back. Swing the bat down and across the body. Get your arms fully extended to generate maximum power. Roll your hands slightly to angle the ball downwards. Continue the This shot is similar to a back foot defensive. Play this shot into a short delivery to score runs.  Bring your front foot back as you begin your backswing. Keep your weight slightly on your front leg. And keep the bat in line with the delivery of the ball. Keep the bat straight as you begin your swing. Use your top hand to control the swing and provide the power by pushing through with your bottom hand. Follow through bringing your hands high above your front shoulder. The steps for these shots are identical, but a pull shot address balls delivered to the short side around the waist level, while a hook shot addresses balls delivered to the short side between the chest and head height. These shots are somewhat risky as they pose the chance of being caught out. It requires great footwork and excellent hand-eye coordination.  Step back and across with your back foot. This will open up your chest slightly toward the bowler. Move your front leg back and out toward the leg side. Bring your body around while keeping your eyes on the ball. Swing the bat across the body at a slight downward angle. Keep your arms fully extended and roll the wrists on contact to help keep the ball down. You can lift the front leg and shift your weight to pivot on the back leg. Or you can turn both your legs to follow through the path of the ball.
Summary: Play a back foot defense shot. Play a back foot leg glance. Play a square cut. Play a back foot drive. Play a hook or pull shot. The follow through can be performed one of two ways.

Especially if you're self-financing your small farm business, you may think a formal business plan isn't necessary. However, a formal business plan can help you start to think of your farm as a business and treat it seriously.  Rely on your market research to come up with profitability predictions. Keep in mind it typically takes small farms several years to get off the ground. If you plan on running your farm as a side-business or a hobby farm, a business plan can still help you organize the finances for your farm and keep it from taking over your personal funds. Once you've finished your business plan, have a business startup or financial advisor critique it and offer suggestions to improve. Look for someone who has extensive experience working with successful small farm businesses. Check with a government farm services office or a regional farm group if you're having a hard time finding a good advisor. Staff at any of those locations typically can provide a strong local recommendation or two. When you're starting out, you have the choice to run your small farm business as a sole proprietorship, an LLC, or a corporation. The form you choose depends on your business goals and the level of personal risk you want to assume.  If you organize your business as a sole proprietorship, your farm is not separate from you and your personal finances in any way. This may be the easiest option if you're just running your farm as a side-business and have a full-time job. A corporation gives you the most personal protection, but also is the most expensive and time-consuming form. You can incorporate at any time, so wait until your farm starts turning a profit. An LLC, or limited liability company, provides all of the benefits of a corporation and a sole proprietorship with none of the downsides of either. Choose this form if your goal is to make your living from your farm someday. Even if you don't hire any employees (although you probably will), you will need a separate tax ID number for your farm business so you can pay taxes on farm income.  If you're in the U.S., you can get an employer identification number (EIN) fairly easily. Simply answer a few questions about your business and you can get your EIN immediately. Write it down or print it out and keep it in a safe place. You may need a separate tax ID number for state or local taxes as well. If you haven't already made friends with staff at your nearest farm services office, now is the time to do so. Schedule an appointment to register your farm so you can take advantage of any government subsidies or benefits.  Bring property documents along with proof of personal identity and business organization documents. Once you're registered, make sure you report any changes in the ownership or organization of your business as soon as possible, and keep your contact information up to date. You may be required to file regular acreage reports and other documentation. Depending on the crops or livestock you're raising, the state or local government may require regular inspections and licensing of your farm operations.  For example, if you're selling crops to the public, you may need a license certifying that your storage facilities meet local health code requirements. Your local town or county government office is one way to find out what licenses are needed. You can also talk to neighboring farmers and find out from them what you'll need. Your state university agricultural extension program typically has specific information and resources to help you handle any licenses or permits you need at either the local or state level.
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Draft a formal business plan. Go over your plans with an advisor. Choose your small farm's business structure. Get a tax ID number for your small farm business. Register your farm with farm services. Get all required licenses and permits.