Try to see which tones in your drawing match  the tones on the scale. Important - use your scale, not the one here!  If you think your drawing lacks something, probably the only tones you can match are in the middle range, say 4 to 6. So what does this tell you?   To give your drawing dynamism, you must be able to see the dark tones - whether it's 8, 9 or 10 on your tonal scale, it needs to have, somewhere,  the darkest, strongest tone you can make. It often only needs to be a small area that has this darkest tone, but it makes all the difference to the result.  1, the darkest, No 10 (or whatever it is on your scale), and one or two in the middle range - say 4 and 6.  Don't be too worried about the middle ranges, they usually look after themselves -it's the lightest and darkest which seem to cause problems, and that's the purpose of this exercise - to make you aware of them. Although it's vital, somehow it doesn't cause a anything like the anxiety to beginners that the dark tones do! “I'm scared!” is a common cry…Well, it's a sheet of paper - you won't kill anyone or drown or cause an accident - so just do it!
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One-sentence summary -- Find some drawings you've done, and compare them to the scale. Equally important is Tone Number 1, pure white - this, and the darkest tone, give you the complete tonal range to use in your drawings. Important - You don't need all these tones - 1 to 10 - in a drawing, but you do need the lightest, No. Look at pure white tone No 1 for a minute. Beginners often make a superb tonal scale, but somehow are afraid to re-create that darkest tone on their actual drawings. Good quality pencils and paper will definitely help - the next article will show you the pencil grades, and  how to get the most from them. Happy drawing!


For your weave, you’ll at need at least two packages of wefts of human hair in a color coordinating your natural hue. You’ll also need curved sewing needles, weave thread that matches the hair color, a wig cap, and a pick or fine tooth comb for separating sections of hair. When you finish weaving in a weft of hair, you’ll cut the excess with a pair of shears, so have those on hand as well. Measure about 1-inch down the perimeter braid from the first knot you made, and repeat the process. Hook the needle under the braid, pull it through the other side, and tug to pull the loose thread tight. Before the thread between the two knots has been tightened all the way though, wrap the needle around it twice near where you inserted it, and pull tight. This will give you your second knot. Repeat this same process all the way around the perimeter braid.  Each knot should be about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart from each other. Make sure that your knots and thread are pulled tight, so that your cap is firmly attached to your braids. When you’ve sewn the wig cap around the perimeter braid, you’ll complete the ‘loop’ by sewing around the outside of your part. Starting from your last knot on the perimeter braid, skip up to the next row of braids on your head. Repeat the knot-tying process, and then go up to the next row. By the time you’ve sewn around the part, you should have a large ‘U’ shape of knots. Make sure that each knot is at least 1-inch away from the center part. Finish off by tying two knots at the base of your sewing, where you started on the perimeter braid.  The finishing knots should be the same as the other knots you’ve been sewing the whole time. Cut the extra string off as close to the knot as you are able, without cutting the knot.
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One-sentence summary -- Get all of your supplies. Sew the wig cap to the perimeter braid. Sew the wig cap around your part.


Most men are very sexual creatures. If a guy thinks that shaving his chest will persuade you to have sex with him, that may be all you need to convince him. Be careful not to insult him. Don't tell him that you are repulsed by his hairy chest. Simply tell him that you find hairless chests very sexy. Tell him that snuggling up to a hairless chest is considerably more comfortable. Play with his heartstrings– tell him that you love being near him, but the hairs in your mouth or on your cheek make you less inclined to cuddle up with him. What guy wants to hear that his lady is repelled by his chest hair? What guy doesn’t want to show off his six pack? Even if he only has a two pack, tell him how much you like his body. Your man will be flattered, and hopefully more willing to show off the goods by removing the excess hair. Repeatedly tell him you love a sexy bare chest. Let him know you're more inclined to kiss a bare chest than one that is all hairy. How many girls want a mouthful of hair when they're trying to be romantic? If you feel comfortable getting overtly-sexual with him, do it! Tell him you want to run your mouth all over his body, but that chest hair is making it difficult.
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One-sentence summary -- Tell him a hairless chest turns you on. Make him consider the snuggle factor. Say you love to see his bare skin. Explain that soft, bare chests are very kiss-worthy.


Three basic types are available: silica (as found in products like Delta Dust or Safer Ant & Crawling Insect Killer), diatomaceous earth (Roach and Ant Killer D-E Dust), and boric acid (Borid, Pic Boric, or Roach Prufe). Silica and diatomaceous earth work by damaging and desiccating the cockroach’s exoskeleton, while boric acid is highly toxic to roaches when ingested. Borax (sodium borate) is often used as a homemade roach pesticide. Borax contains the same element (boron) as boric acid, but may be less effective as a pesticide. These dusts should be used sparingly. Roaches will notice and avoid big piles of dust. Use a small pesticide powder duster to puff a thin (barely visible) film into cracks, void spaces around cabinets, and underneath appliances. Re-apply your dusts every 3-4 months, or as recommended by the manufacturer. Although these pesticides are relatively safe, they can still be harmful. Be especially cautious when using dusts that contain boric acid. Do not use these dusts on surfaces where food is prepared or consumed.
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Purchase one or more pesticide dusts. Place pesticide dusts in places where roaches hide. Keep pesticide dusts away from pets and children.