| How to Make a Doily Lamp Posted: 12 Jan 2020 12:00 AM PST If you have a bunch of old doilies lying around and don't know what to do with them, try making a doily lamp! Use a balloon to support the doilies while you paste them together to make either a globe-style hanging lantern or an open hanging lampshade. Then, add a light bulb and light socket attached to a power cord to provide a light source and voila, your doily lamp will be ready to hang up and add a modern-chic touch to any room! [Edit]Forming the Lampshade - Blow up a balloon to the size you want the lampshade to be. Inflate a standard balloon to as big or small as you want. It's totally up to you how big to make the lampshade.[1]
- You can either make a full spherical lampshade by covering the entire balloon or make a partial shade with an opening by covering part of it. Think about what design you want when you are deciding how big to blow up the balloon.
- Cover the balloon with a thin layer of petroleum jelly. This helps prevent the doilies from sticking to the balloon when you pop it. Make sure to coat all sides evenly with the petroleum jelly.[2]
- If your balloon is rolling around your workspace too much, you can set it in a bowl to keep it steady.
- Mix white school glue, flour, and water in a bowl. Pour 4 oz (118 mL) of white school glue into a bowl. Dump in 1 tbsp (8 g) of white flour and of water, then mix it all together thoroughly using a spoon.[3]
- It's important to measure to get the ratios right so your doily shade is strong and maintains its shape once everything dries.
- Place a doily in the center at the very top of the balloon. Choose any doily you want to place at the top. Center it and smooth it out as well as you can with your hands.[4]
- Keep in mind that the largest part of the balloon will be the bottom of the lamp if you are going to be making a full spherical shade and it will be the top of the lampshade if you are going to make an open shade.
- Paint a coat of the glue mixture on top of the doily using a paint brush. Start from the center and work your way out towards the edges of the doily. Apply an even coat over the entire doily.[5]
- Try to use a paint brush that gives you good coverage of the doily, such as a paint brush.
- Place another doily on 1 side of the balloon so it overlaps with the first slightly. Choose a second doily for the side of the shade. Place it so it overlaps with an edge of the first doily just enough that there are no gaps and hold it in place.[6]
- It works best if you use smaller doilies for the sides.
- Apply another layer of the glue mixture over the second doily. Use your paint brush to paint the entire doily with an even coat of the glue mixture. Keep holding it in place until you are finished covering it.[7]
- You can tilt the balloon slightly so the doily on the side is closer to the top if the angle is difficult to paint at.
- Keep pasting doilies around the balloon until it is covered. Add doilies to the sides of the balloon one at a time and overlapping them with the surrounding doilies. Coat them with the glue mixture using your paint brush so they stick in place.[8]
- Remember that you can either cover the entire balloon to create a globe lantern or just cover the top half to make an open lampshade.
- Let the doilies dry around the balloon overnight. Set the balloon covered in doilies somewhere where it won't roll around, such as in a bowl. Let it sit at least overnight or until the doilies feel completely dry and rigid to the touch.[9]
- Depending on the exact conditions where you are doing this project, it might take longer than a day to dry.
[Edit]Removing the Balloon and Adding a Light Bulb - Pop the balloon with a pin or needle. Poke the balloon with a pin or needle to pop it and free the lampshade. The balloon will remain inside the lampshade if you made a globe-style lantern.[10]
- If you made an open-style lampshade, you can try to just lift it off the balloon. If it is stuck to the balloon, pop the balloon so they separate.
- Pull the balloon out from inside the lampshade. Pull the balloon out through the hole where the mouth of the balloon was tied in a knot or through a hole in one of the doilies if possible. Discard the balloon.[11]
- If you can't get the balloon out right now, you will be able to pull it out through the hole you make for the light bulb in a few minutes.
- Screw an LED light bulb into a light socket attached to a power cord. Choose an LED light bulb that you think will look good inside the doily lamp and produce the kind of light you want. Screw it into a light socket fixture that has a power cord attached or that you can plug an extension cord into.[12]
- Think about the whole look of the lamp when you choose the light bulb and socket. For example, if you want to create soft, peaceful lighting, you could use a white socket and cord with a light bulb that produces a warm yellow or white light.
- LED light bulbs are the best choice because they don't get as hot as standard bulbs.
- Use scissors to cut a hole in the lampshade slightly smaller than the light socket. Widen the hole where the mouth of the balloon was tied off so it is just a bit smaller than the light socket if you made a spherical shade. Cut a hole in the top of the shade if you made a half or partial lampshade.[13]
- It's important to make the hole smaller than the light socket so the socket will support the lampshade.
- Note that even though the hole is smaller than the bulb, you will be able to push it through because the doilies will be slightly pliant around the hole you cut.
- Push the light socket and bulb gently in through the hole. Carefully push the light bulb and socket inside the lampshade through the hole you cut. Cut the hole slightly bigger if you can't get the bulb through so you don't have to force it too hard.[14]
- If you made a partial shade, you can just thread the power cord and light socket through the hole from underneath rather than pushing everything in through the hole.
- Hang the lamp from the ceiling with a metal hook. Screw a metal hook into the ceiling and hang the power cord from it if you want to hang the lampshade from the ceiling. You can also attach a metal or wooden bracket to the wall and hang the lamp from that if you want to put it closer to a wall.[15]
- You can camouflage the power cord by wrapping rope or twine around it if you don't like how it looks on its own.
[Edit]Warnings - Avoid using a standard light bulb inside your doily lamp as they get very hot. Opt for an LED light bulb instead.
[Edit]Things You'll Need - Balloon
- Petroleum jelly
- White school glue
- Doilies
- Bowl
- Paint brush
- Spoon
- Measuring spoon
- Water
- Flour
- Needle or pin
- Scissors
- Light bulb socket with power cord
- LED Light bulb
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| How to Become a Fitness Coach Posted: 11 Jan 2020 04:00 PM PST A fitness coach helps someone achieve their fitness goals by teaching them exercises and wellness strategies. If you're hoping to become a fitness coach, the first step is narrowing down your focus to one type of fitness. Look for a certification program that you can take to prepare you for the certification exam. Once you've finished the program, take the exam to obtain your certification, letting you start training clients. Either start applying to fitness jobs you're interested in, or market yourself as a personal fitness coach to gain clients and start your fitness coaching career. [Edit]Becoming Certified - Decide what your fitness focus will be. Choose whether you'll be a group fitness instructor, teaching things like cycling, step aerobics, or boxing, or if you'll be a personal trainer who only works with individual clients. Decide if you want to work in a class setting, work one-on-one, or even do both, as well as picking a specific type of fitness.[1]
- Most professional fitness certifications, like ACE or NASM, offer certifications for many different specific types of fitness.
- For example, a group fitness instructor might take the ACE Group Fitness Instructor Exam, while a personal trainer could get their certification through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) with a weight loss specialization.
- If you're a group fitness teacher, you'll choreograph movements for your own classes.
- A fitness coach who only works with individual people at once will need knowledge about how to create a fitness plan based on one person's fitness goals, meaning knowledge about various types of fitness goals is desired.
- Research online programs that offer the training you need. Certification programs are online courses that offer the content you'll need. Once you've chosen your desired fitness type, search for certification programs online that will teach you everything you need to know to pass your specific certification. Popular options include the American Council on Exercise (ACE), International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), or the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Each of these will let you choose the specific type of specialization you'd like.[2]
- Explore what different certification courses offer online so that you can choose the best one for your needs.
- Programs are also offered by the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).
- Enroll in your chosen program and pay all the required fees. Many programs have options for how much or how little you'd like to purchase. For example, you might have access to live workshops, coaches and mentors, or an accelerated program if you pay a higher price. Besides paying for the actual program, you'll likely need to pay for the exam and learning materials (such as textbooks) as well.[3]
- The prices for each organization range widely, with programs costing anywhere from $450-$1,200 or more. Some programs include the cost of the exam in their program total, so check before submitting your payment to see if it's included.
- Many programs offer deals giving you a certain percentage off if you sign up quickly.
- Complete the coursework to learn the certification requirements. Most programs are online and will offer a digital or physical textbook, video lectures, and practice exams. Take your time as you're going through the coursework, studying the information thoroughly to be sure you remember it all. Check out what kind of extra study guides or learning activities your program offers.[4]
- While participating in the program, you'll learn about nutrition, exercise techniques, anatomy, and other topics related to your specific certification.
- These programs are usually self-paced, meaning you can take as long or as a short of a time studying the coursework as needed.
- A few programs may require that you finish the coursework in a certain amount of time, such as three months.
- Take the certification exam after studying all of the important elements. The exam will contain a written test, and many exams also contain a practical section that tests your understanding of proper exercise techniques. Study the program material thoroughly before taking the test so you're sure to pass it.[5]
- Many certification programs offer study materials such as practice tests and workshops to help you get ready.
- The exam will also test your ability to create exercise programs for different clients' needs, as well as how to assess someone's fitness level.
- Get CPR training, as many jobs or certification agencies require it. Whether your certification requires it or not, CPR is a very useful skill to have as a fitness coach because it ensures you can help a client out if they ever need medical assistance. Find a local CPR class near you and sign up to learn the proper training.[6]
- Find a class by typing "CPR classes near me" into an online search engine.
- Earn a degree in a health- or fitness-related field, if applicable. Some employers may require you to have a bachelor's degree, or even a master's degree, in a subject such as kinesiology, physical education, or exercise science. If you have the resources and desire to further your education, consider enrolling in a college that offers a fitness-related subject you'd like to study, taking classes in person or online.[7]
- Do an online search to find colleges and universities that offer degrees related to fitness and wellness.
[Edit]Finding Clients or a Job - Apply to jobs at places like boutique fitness companies and gyms. These sorts of places are almost always looking for new people to teach clients. Send in your resume or apply to open jobs at recreation centers, health clubs, dance studios, or other fitness associations.[8]
- Have a resume that reflects your skills, education, and certification related to the job you're applying for.
- Build your own client base if you want to be self-employed. If you'd rather be in charge of your own schedule and work with clients one-on-one, create a brand for yourself. Decide what you'll offer clients in the way of exercise and health coaching, gather any equipment you'll need for the training, and put your information on social media and online for people to find.[9]
- Consider creating your own website or social media page to promote your business.
- Offer to meet clients at a gym that you're a member of, or outdoors if the weather is nice.
- The gear you'll need to work with clients will depend on your specialized fitness instruction. For example, a personal fitness trainer might need access to things like weights and resistance bands while a yoga instructor needs yoga mats or yoga blocks.
- Bring one set of equipment to share with your client, or suggest that your client purchase their own equipment to keep with them.
- Spread the word that you're a certified fitness coach using social media and videos. Make videos of clips of your workout routines so people get an idea of what it's like to train with you. Create Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn pages so that more and more people will be able to find your services.[10]
- Reach out to people locally by attending fitness meetups or workout events.
- Consider being an online-only fitness coach who creates videos for a wide audience to reference.
- Team up with another certified fitness coach to help you gain experience. This is a great way to learn the ins and outs of being a fitness coach in a more hands-on way. Ask a fitness coach that you know if you could teach a client or class alongside them. Pay attention to how they interact and instruct their clients to learn from their methods.[11]
- This is especially helpful if you're nervous about coaching clients by yourself for the first time.
[Edit]Honing Necessary Skills - Continue learning about staying healthy, both through food and exercise. To be a successful fitness coach, learn as much about health and wellness as possible, including nutrition, how to control your weight, and healthy lifestyle practices. Use this knowledge to help your clients reach their fitness and health goals.[12]
- Knowing as much as possible about health and fitness will show that you're passionate about the subject.
- Read health and fitness books, attend conferences and classes, watch videos, and participate in other fitness classes to help you learn new things.
- Stay energetic and encouraging to practice your motivational skills. A great fitness coach can motivate people to keep going even when they don't want to. Practice this skill by doing things like staying positive when you're teaching, using an encouraging voice, and exuding energy that's contagious.[13]
- Watch other fitness trainers in action to see how they give off energy while motivating others.
- You might say things like, "You're doing great! See if you can push yourself a little bit further!"
- Practice demonstrating and explaining different exercise techniques. This is the best way your clients will learn from you. Spend time pretending that you're teaching someone different exercises, going slowly and making sure to explain the proper form with your words as well as with your body.[14]
- Practice explaining any safety rules that go along with an exercise, or how to tell when you're doing an exercise right.
- Learn how to make modifications to your exercise routine or class. Sometimes a client or class participant won't be able to do exactly what you've planned for the routine due to a physical limitation or other factor. Always have modifications planned for each exercise so that everyone is able to participate in some kind of way.[15]
- You might have different variations of an exercise depending on the person's skill level.
- For example, you might show them how to do a regular pushup with both legs extended, with the modified version being a pushup on their knees.
- Keep your certification (your fitness training certification as well as your CPR certification) up to date by renewing it before it expires, often every 1-2 years.
- Look up requirements regarding your state's fitness certification standards.
- Some employers may require you to have a bachelor's degree in a fitness-related subject such as kinesiology, physical education, or exercise science.
- Consider hiring your own fitness coach to learn from their techniques and examples.
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| How to Save a Wet Cell Phone Posted: 11 Jan 2020 08:00 AM PST If your cellphone has gotten wet, don't despair. Even if you dropped it into the sink, toilet, or bathtub, you may be able to save it. The most important thing you can do is act fast. Take it out of the water as soon as possible. Then turn it off, take out the battery, and remove all accessories. Try to remove as much water from it as you can with towels and a vacuum cleaner. Then, put it in a bowl of instant rice or other absorbent material for 48-72 hours before turning it on. With a little luck and fast action, your cellphone may survive its brush with death. [Edit]Acting Quickly to Minimize Water Damage - Take your phone out of the water as soon as possible unless it's plugged in. The longer your phone's in water, the more damage it will sustain. If your phone has been submerged for a long period of time, you may not be able to resuscitate it.[1]
- Disconnect the power if your phone is plugged in and in water. If your phone is plugged into a wall charger and submerged in water, turn off power to the outlet before attempting to remove it from the water. Taking your phone out of water while it's plugged in may result in an electric shock.[2]
- Turning off the power at a fuse box is the safest way to do this.
- Turn your phone off immediately, even if it seems to be working. Leaving it on can cause it to short circuit. If it's been in water, assume it is waterlogged whether it is still working or not.[3]
- Don't turn on your phone to see if it's working.
- Remove your phone's battery and cover and place them on paper towels. After removing the phone from the water, quickly gather some paper towels or soft cloths. Lay your phone on top of them while you remove the battery cover and battery. You will need a Philips screwdriver to open most phones. If you have an iPhone, though, you'll need a special "pentalobe" screwdriver.[4]
- Read the manual to your phone if you're not sure how to remove the battery.
- This is one of the most important steps to saving your phone. Many circuits inside the phone will survive submersion in water if they're not attached to a power source (battery) when wet.
- To find out if the phone is truly water damaged, check the water damage indicator. In most cases, the indicator is located in the battery compartment behind the battery, or on the battery itself, depending on the phone model. Normally, it will look like a white square or circle. If this is pink or red, your phone has water damage.[5]
- On many iPhone models, the water damage indicator is located on the side of the phone (in the SIM card slot) or at the bottom, near the charging port or headphone jack.[6]
- Take out the SIM card if your phone has one. After removing the SIM card, pat it down with a dry paper towel or cloth. Set it on a dry cloth or paper towel to dry out until you reconnect your phone to your cell network. If your phone does not have a SIM card, you can skip this step.[7]
- Some or all of your valuable contacts (along with other data) are stored on your SIM card. In many cases, this may be more valuable and worthy of saving than the phone itself.
- Detach any accessories that may be on your phone. Remove any protective covers, ear buds, memory cards, or other things that attach to your phone. Be sure to expose all the phone's slots and crevices to the open air so they can dry properly.[8]
[Edit]Drying Your Phone - Put your phone in a bowl of uncooked instant rice for 48-72 hours. Pour 4 cups (900 g) of rice into a large bowl. Then bury your phone and its disconnected battery in the rice. The rice will help draw out any residual moisture in your device.[9]
- Rotate the phone to a different position every hour until you go to sleep. This will allow any water left inside to run down and hopefully find an opening to escape through.[10]
- Regular uncooked white or brown rice isn't as absorbent as instant rice and won't work as well.
- Use silica gel packets instead of instant rice if you have some. Place the silica gel packet(s), your phone, and the disconnected battery into a container. Then let the phone sit for 48-72 hours to give the gel time to absorb any moisture remaining in your phone.[11]
- Silica gel packets are those little packets that come with new shoes, purses, noodle packets, and other products.
- Speed is the most important element in saving your wet phone, so use rice or another desiccant if you don't have any silica packets lying around.
- There's no need to open the packets. Simply place them in the container with your phone.
- Cover your phone with 4 cups (about .5 kg) of crystal cat litter. If you don't have instant rice or silica gel packets lying around, crystal cat litter is another option. Pour a layer of cat litter into a container that's at least in size. Then, lay your open phone and its detached battery on top of this layer. Pour in the rest of the litter to fully cover your phone.[12]
- You can find crystal cat litter at most grocery stores and pet-supply shops.
- Don't use clay-based or other types of cat litter. Only crystal cat litter, which is made of silica gel, will work.
- Other desiccants, like couscous pearls and instant oatmeal, will also work just as well.
- Suck the water out of your phone with a vacuum cleaner. Fit a hose attachment onto your vacuum cleaner. Then, set it to its highest setting and vacuum near all your phone's openings.[13]
- If you have one, a wet/dry vac would work especially well for this step.
- This is the fastest method and can completely dry out your phone and get it working in 30 minutes. However, unless the exposure to water was extremely short, don't attempt to turn your phone on this soon.
- Use an air compressor to blow water out of your phone. Set your air compressor to a low psi (pounds per square inch) setting. Then, blow the air across the surface of your phone and its ports.[14]
- Alternatively, you can use a can of compressed air.
- Using a higher psi may damage the inner components of your phone.
- Don't use a hair dryer to dry out your phone. The warm air may damage components in your phone.
- Wipe your phone and battery dry with a soft rag or towel. As you're blowing or vacuuming your phone dry, gently wipe as much water off its surface as possible. Drying the inside of your phone is your priority, but you'll also want to dry its outside.[15]
- Avoid shaking or moving the phone excessively, so as to avoid moving water through it.
- Leave your phone in open air with a fan as another option. Place your phone on top of a dry towel or other absorbent surface. Then, if you have a fan, turn it on and position it so that it will blow air across your phone's surface.[16]
- Wait 48-72 hours, then turn on your phone. Before turning on your phone, check to see that it's clean and looks dry. Wipe away or vacuum any dust and dirt from the device and the detached battery. Then, insert the battery into the phone and try to power it on.[17]
- The longer you wait to turn on your phone, the more likely it is to survive.
- Take your cell phone to an authorized dealer if you can't get it to work. They may be able to fix it.
- Be careful when putting phones in rice, since the grains can get stuck in the charging/headphone ports.
[Edit]Warnings - Don't try to unplug a phone that's sitting in water, as it could lead to an electric shock. Remove your phone from water only after you cut off power to the outlet.
- Don't try to take your phone apart unless you've been trained to do so.
- Avoid trying to dry your phone with heat, as this may damage your phone even more.
[Edit]Things You'll Need - Paper towels or dry cloths
- Vacuum cleaner
- Air compressor (optional)
- Large bowl
- Instant rice or crystal cat litter
- Silica gel packets (optional)
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