In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: All-purpose clothing dyes are available at most big box stores. Rit, one of the most popular brands, is widely available in a large selection of colors. Dylon is another common brand. Craft stores carry a bigger selection of colors than  big box stores generally do. These dyes come in powder or liquid form, and either one will work just fine. You need to start with clean fabric, so wash it if you're using something you already have. It's a good idea to wash new fabric as well, just in case it has anything on it that could keep the dye from sticking. Don't dry the fabric, as you'll need it wet to dye it. Don't use fabric softener. The fabric needs to be completely wet so that the dye doesn't create a splotchy effect on the fabric. You can take the fabric out before the spin cycle or soak it in a tub before dyeing it to saturate it. If you put crumpled fabric in dye, you'll end up with a marbling effect. Unless you want a marbled look, use your hand to smooth out your fabric as much as you can before dyeing it.
Summary: Purchase a commercial dye from a big box store. Wash the fabric. Soak the fabric if it's not saturated with water. Smooth out the fabric.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Belt sizes and lengths vary depending on the brand and style, so it’s important to get a perfect fit. First, check the user manual for your washing machine to see if it specifies the part or size you need for your belt. If you can’t find it listed in the manual, search online for the brand and model of the washing machine so you can find the right belt that fits.  You can buy replacement washing machine belts online or from specialty hardware stores. Don’t try using a belt made for another machine, or else it may not fit or work properly. The drum pulley is the large circular part that connects to the machine’s drum. Make sure the belt has the smooth side facing outwards and the grooved side facing inward. Loop the belt over the drum pulley so it fits into the grooves going around it. Let the belt hang loosely from the drum pulley for now. Don’t try to loop the belt around the motor pulley yet since it will most likely be too tight to position correctly. Hold the belt tightly against the drum pulley so they make firm contact with each other. Feed the end of a zip tie through a hole in the drum pulley before securing the end in the clasp on the other side of the zip tie. Pull the zip tie tight so it holds the belt in place against the pulley. You don’t need to use a zip tie, but it makes it easier to stretch a tight belt that’s hard to install. Locate the motor pulley, which is the small circular part connected to the machine’s motor and spins the belt. Pull the end of the belt tightly so it stretches around the motor pulley and fits into the grooves. It’s okay if the belt hangs loosely from the drum pulley for now as long as it stays in place where you put the zip tie. Consult with the owner’s manual if you have trouble determining which part is the motor pulley. Open the door of the washing machine and reach inside to hold onto the drum. Slowly spin the drum clockwise to rotate the pulley. As the drum spins, the belt will align itself on the pulley and become tight. Keep spinning the drum until you make 1 full revolution to ensure the belt stays in place.  The drum will get more difficult to turn as the belt stretches on the pulleys. You can also try spinning the drum pulley itself, but it may be more difficult. Spin the drum until you position the zip tie in a place that you can easily reach. Carefully slide one of the scissor blades underneath the zip tie, and squeeze the handles together to cut through it. Pull the zip tie out from underneath the belt carefully so the belt doesn’t slip off of the pulley.  Don’t leave the zip tie inside your machine since it could cause the belt to slip or cause damage. Be careful not to cut the belt, or else it could snap off more easily.
Summary: Get a belt that matches the brand and model of your machine. Align the belt around the drum pulley so the flat side faces out. Secure the belt to the drum pulley with a zip tie. Loop the other end of the belt around the motor pulley. Spin the washing machine drum so the belt aligns on the pulleys. Cut the zip tie off of the belt with a pair of scissors.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: You’ll want to either find a new location for that piece of furniture or look into coating it with an anti-rust solution to prevent new stains.  Check your windows—leaky windows can let in extra moisture that then reacts with the metal in your furniture to cause rust. The more rust you can remove before cleaning, the better your chances of getting rid of the stain completely. Be patient and gentle as you scrape—you want to be thorough but you also don’t want to rip or snag the carpet threads. Vacuum up the flaked rust from the carpet before moving on to the stain removal steps. You can use fresh lemon juice or bottled—whichever you have on hand will work! If you have sea salt, sprinkle that on top of the lemon-soaked area. If you don’t have sea salt, common table salt will work, too. Let the stain soak for 5 minutes.  The lemon juice and salt combination creates a mild abrasive cleaner and helps break up the rust composition.  If you like a more hands-on approach, you can mix the lemon juice and salt in a bowl and use a sponge to blot it onto the stain directly. The rust stain should start to disappear. If the stain is particularly large, you may need to use more than 2 cups (470 mL) of hot water. The main thing to keep in mind is that you want the water to saturate the stain so it removes the salt and lemon juice mixture and clears the stain. Try to get as much of it soaked up from the carpet as you can. If the towel you’re using gets completely soaked, use another clean white towel and continue until the area is as dry as possible. Allow the area to dry completely before placing any furniture back on it. Mix 1 cup (240 mL) of white vinegar with 2 tablespoons (30 mL) of lemon juice and 1 tablespoon (15 mL) of salt. Pour this mixture onto the stain and let it sit for 2 hours. After a few hours have passed, blot the area with a damp white towel until it comes clean.
Summary:
Remove the offending piece of furniture from the carpet before cleaning. Scrape up excess rust with a butter knife. Apply lemon juice and salt directly onto the stained area. Pour 2 cups (470 mL) of hot water onto the treated carpet. Use a clean white towel to blot up the excess liquid. Use a mixture of lemon juice, white vinegar, and salt for tougher stains.