| How to Become an Amazon Associate Posted: 20 Apr 2020 01:00 AM PDT The Amazon Associates program allows you to generate revenue by placing links to Amazon products on your personal website. Each time someone purchases a product by clicking on a link from your website, Amazon will give you a small commission. With a few quick tips, you can easily apply to become an Amazon Associate so that you can start generating revenue from your personal website. [Edit]Creating an Account - Set up your website or blog. To apply for the Amazon Associates program, you will need a website address. You will also need to be able to describe basic information about your website.[1]
- Consider developing a blog that will target a well-defined, niche audience. You'll need to have a specific plan to attract followers before creating your website.
- Be prepared to describe what your website is about, what other advertising or affiliate listings you might have on your site, and what kind of audience your website is targeting.
- Visit the Amazon Affiliate program's website to create an account. Visit http://affiliate-program.amazon.com and click "join now for free" in the top right corner of the screen. Sign into your existing Amazon account if you are already an Amazon customer by entering your email address and password. Click "sign in using our secure server" after you've finished.[2]
- Logging in with your Amazon account will link your Associates account. You can keep them separate, if you prefer, by creating a new Amazon account.
- Click "I am a new customer" to create a new Amazon account. Enter your name, email address, and choose a password to create a new account. Click "sign in using our secure server" after entering the requested information.[3]
- If you are logging in with an existing account, verify that the address and contact information listed for you is correct. Click "select a new address" to make any necessary changes.
- Indicate who is the main contact for the account. Select the first bubble, labeled "the payee listed above," to indicate that you are setting the account up for yourself. Select the second bubble, labeled "someone else…," if you are setting the account up as a representative of a company. Click "next: your website profile" to finish setting up your Associates account.[4]
- You will be required to enter the company's contact information if you are not setting up the account for yourself.
[Edit]Building Your Profile - List the websites and mobile apps you plan to use as an Associate. Compile a list of all the websites and mobile apps where you plan to display Amazon Associate links, banners, and ads. You must list at least one website or mobile app. The maximum number of websites or apps you can list is 50.[5]
- Amazon is looking for Associates who have websites that are highly trafficked, so it could hurt your chances of being accepted if you list unpopular or obscure websites. Focus on quality over quantity.
- Make sure to list your websites or mobile apps in the form of a URL.
- Answer questions about traffic and content to complete your profile. Describe your website in as much detail as possible to have a better chance of being accepted as an Amazon associate. Follow the prompts to indicate what type of website you have, its subject matter, and how you drive traffic to your site.[6]
- Amazon will reject your application if your website does not have at least 50% original content, so make sure to describe what unique information you are providing to readers.
- Indicate what kinds of products your website will feature. Consider focusing on higher priced items that feed naturally into the topics featured in your blog. For example, you could list kitchen appliances if you are writing a blog about cooking.
- Wait for a phone call to verify your identity. List your phone number then wait for an automated phone call. You will be given a PIN number that you will enter into the provided field to verify your identity.[7]
- Read and agree to the contract terms, then click "finish." Click on the blue hyperlink to read the Amazon Associates contract terms. Once you've read the agreement, check the box to indicate that you agree to the stated terms. Click "finish" to complete your application.[8]
- Consider printing or downloading the contract agreement so that you can refer to it later.
[Edit]Waiting for Approval - Remember your Associates ID number and wait for approval. Write down your unique Associates ID number that is generated for you once you've completed the application. Amazon will contact you within 1 to 3 business days to let you know whether your Associates account has been approved.[9]
- Don't lose your Associates ID number as you may need to verify your account with it occasionally.
- Study tips on how to start making money with your Associates account. Examine the tips listed below where your Associates ID is displayed. This will give you an idea of how to begin building links to Amazon products on your personal website or mobile app.[10]
- Consider how to select products that can be easily integrated with your website's content to generate increased product interest.
- Skim through the Associates Central page and add links to your website. Browse the Associates Central page to find interesting products to link to your website. You will be permitted to add links as soon as you've submitted your application.[11]
- Keep in mind that you won't be paid for any purchases made through your links until your account has been approved.
- Consider sharing product links on social media. Look for products you know your friends and family will like to share on social media, making sure your affiliate code is in the link. This way, you can earn a little extra on everything sold on Amazon's main page.[12]
- To share a product link easily on Twitter, shorten the link first with a service like bit.ly.
- Choose how you'd like to get paid once your application is accepted. Visit your Associates profile to indicate whether you'd like to receive a direct deposit, a check, or an Amazon gift card as payment for any sales you make. Add different kinds of product links and ads to your website to continue generating revenue.[13]
- Explore the different advertisement options available through the Associates Central page.
- Improve your plan and resubmit an application if you are rejected. Study your notification letter to understand exactly why Amazon rejected your application to the Associates Program. They will generally list several specific reasons that can help you make necessary corrections before resubmitting an application.[14]
- If your website did not have enough original content, consider re-thinking the subject of your blog. Choose a subject about which you can write easily and are very familiar with.
- If your website does not generate enough traffic for the Associates Program, research and implement strategies to drive more traffic to your website.
[Edit]Warnings - Affiliate links may not work on some products offered by Amazon merchants. Be sure to keep up with the program's Terms of Service as Amazon does change policies a few times a year.
[Edit]Related wikiHows [Edit]References [Edit]Quick Summary |
| How to Heal Skin Naturally Posted: 19 Apr 2020 05:00 PM PDT You want your skin to look healthy and radiant, but common skin issues can prevent your skin from looking its best. Fortunately, you may be able to heal your skin with natural treatments. Try out different remedies to see which ones work for you. Just check with your doctor first to make sure it's safe for you to try herbal treatments. [Edit]Treating Wounds - Apply a turmeric paste to your wound to help it heal faster. Turmeric naturally kills germs and reduces inflammation, so it's great for wound healing. Measure out about of turmeric, then add just enough warm water to the spice to make a paste. Use your clean fingers to spread the paste over your wound. Cover your wound with a loose bandage to protect it.[1]
- Change your bandage twice a day. Each time, wash off the turmeric paste and apply more.
- For a larger wound, you may need more turmeric. However, it's best to see your doctor or visit an urgent care center if you have a long or deep wound.
- Dab raw honey on your wound to kill bacteria and reduce inflammation. Since it's a natural antiseptic, you can use honey to treat a wound. Scoop out about a spoonful of honey using a clean spoon. Drip the honey onto your wound, then gently spread it out with the round part of your spoon or your fingertips. Cover your wound with a bandage to keep it clean.[2]
- Change your bandage twice a day and apply more honey each time.
- Use diluted tea tree oil as an alternative antiseptic. Add 3-5 drops of tea tree oil to of a carrier oil, such as coconut oil, jojoba oil, or grapeseed oil. Stir the oils to combine them. Then, dab the oil onto your wound once or twice a day to kill bacteria and germs, which can help your wound heal faster.[3]
- Use 100% pure tea tree oil. You can find it at a health food store, drugstore, or online.
- Don't use tea tree oil if you have a skin condition like eczema.
- Massage diluted rosemary oil onto your wound to help the skin heal. Rosemary reduces inflammation and helps your skin make collagen, so it may help your skin mend faster. Add 2-3 drops of 100% pure rosemary oil to of a carrier oil, such as coconut oil, jojoba oil, or grapeseed oil. Dip your fingers into the diluted oil, then rub the oil onto your wound.[4]
- Reapply the oil several times a day to help your wound heal faster.
- You can purchase rosemary essential oil and carrier oils at a health food store, drug store, or online.
- Apply aloe vera gel to help treat wounds, burns, or sunburn. Aloe vera gel reduces inflammation, pain, and redness, so it's a great treatment for wounds and burns. Extract the gel from an aloe vera leaf by breaking the leaf in half. Drip the aloe vera gel onto your wound or burn. You can also buy a tube of aloe vera gel and follow the directions to apply it on your skin.[5]
- Use the aloe vera gel every 3-4 hours to soothe your skin.
- Try calendula cream as another option for burns or sunburn. Calendula also naturally reduces inflammation, pain, and redness, so it's another treatment for a burn or sunburn. Purchase a cream that contains calendula as an active ingredient. Then, dab the cream onto the area you want to treat. Re-apply it as directed on your product label.[6]
- You can buy calendula cream at a health food store, drug store, or online.
- Use an onion extract cream to help reduce the appearance of scars. Onion extract helps restore skin by improving cell turnover and reducing inflammation. This makes it a great treatment for wound scarring. Buy a cream that contains onion extract as an active ingredient and read the instructions on the label. Dab the cream onto your wound scar and reapply it as often as directed.[7]
- Treat scars with onion extract cream daily for at least 4 weeks, as it takes time to work.
- Look for a cream that contains onion extract at a local drug store, health food store, or online.
[Edit]Addressing Common Skin Conditions - Soak in an oatmeal bath for 30 minutes for a rash or itchy skin condition. Oatmeal soothes your skin, reduces inflammation, and treats itching. Fill your bathtub with cool water, then add about 1 cup (90 g) of ground up oatmeal or colloidal oatmeal to the water. Get into the bath and soak for up to 30 minutes to help your skin feel better.[8]
- You can grind up rolled oats to make an oatmeal bath or you can purchase a pack of colloidal oatmeal from your local drug store or online.
- You can take an oatmeal bath as often as once a day.
- Apply coconut oil to help reduce inflammation and redness. Coconut oil naturally promotes healthy skin, so it may help with minor skin irritation and dermatitis. Scoop out a dollop of coconut oil and rub it between your palms to make it spreadable. Then, rub the oil onto the area of your skin you want to treat. Apply the oil once or twice a day to help your skin heal.[9]
- Scoop out more coconut oil with your fingers as needed to cover your skin.
- Use hemp seed oil for conditions like eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, and dermatitis. Hemp oil reduces inflammation, redness, and irritation. Additionally, it may promote healthy skin and can even relieve pain for some people. Buy 100% pure hemp oil or a cream that contains hemp oil. Use your fingertips to dab it onto the area you want to treat. Apply the oil as often as directed on your product label, which is typically 1-3 times per day.[10]
- You can buy hemp oil products at a drug store, dispensary, or online.
- Apply diluted tea tree oil for acne or fungal infections. Mix 2-3 drops of 100% pure tea tree oil into of a carrier oil like coconut oil, jojoba oil, or grapeseed oil for acne. Then, dab the diluted oil directly onto acne once a day. For athlete's foot or another fungal infection, add 8-10 drops of tea tree oil to of carrier oil. Massage the oil onto the area you're treating twice a day.[11]
- Always wash your hands thoroughly after applying the oil to a fungal infection.
- You can purchase tea tree oil and carrier oil at a health food store, drug store, or online.
- Avoid tea tree oil if you have a skin condition such as eczema.
- Apply a crushed garlic paste to a fungal infection to help treat it. Raw garlic may also kill fungus, so it's an alternative treatment for conditions like athlete's foot and candida. Peel fresh garlic cloves, chop them up, and crush them into a paste. Rub the paste onto the area you want to treat. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes before washing it off with soap and water.[12]
- Wash your hands thoroughly after you apply the garlic to your skin and after you wash it off.
- Keep in mind that this treatment may not work for everyone. Additionally, garlic can irritate inflamed skin.
[Edit]Relieving Dry Skin - Apply a moisturizer after you bathe to restore and protect your skin. Choose a cream or ointment because they help nourish your skin better than a lotion. Spread moisturizer over your entire body after every bath or shower. Apply the product within 5 minutes of getting out of the water to help seal in moisture.[13]
- Pick a product that contains an ingredient like shea butter, olive oil, jojoba oil, lactic acid, hyaluronic acid, urea, glycerin, lanolin, mineral oil, petrolatum, or dimethicone.
- Coconut oil helps moisturize your skin while also reducing inflammation. It's generally not irritating to skin, so it's a great option for protecting dry skin and sealing in moisture.[14]
- Use fragrance-free personal care products because they're less drying. Fragrances are irritating to your skin and they can dry out your skin even more. Switch to soaps, moisturizers, and other care products that are fragrance-free. Over time, this can help your dry skin heal.[15]
- You can buy fragrance-free products at drug stores and online.
- Wash your clothing in hypoallergenic laundry detergent. Using regular laundry detergents can be irritating to your skin and may dry it out more. Pick a laundry detergent that's labeled as "hypoallergenic." These products are less irritating to your skin, so they'll help relieve your dry skin over time.[16]
- Typically, these products are fragrance-free. You can buy them at your regular department store or online.
- Shower for 5-10 minutes in warm water to prevent dry skin. Washing your body can actually dry out your skin if you use hot water or stay in the water for too long. Limit your showers to no more than 5-10 minutes at a time. Additionally, always use warm water rather than hot so it won't dry out your skin.[17]
- Don't use too much soap or body wash when you're showering because they can irritate your skin. Even fragrance-free products can cause inflammation.
- Run a humidifier in your home to moisten the air. Dry air can be especially drying to your skin, but a humidifier can help. Set up a cool-mist humidifier in your home to safely moisten the air. Run the humidifier when you're in your home. This will help restore moisture to your skin and relieve the dryness.[18]
- You can use a steam humidifier as well, but cool-mist humidifiers are safer. If the humidifier gets tipped over or shaken, steam humidifiers may cause burns.
- Sip on water throughout the day to help you stay hydrated. Your hydration levels affect your skin moisture levels, so drink lots of water.[19] Aim to drink at least of water daily. To help you stay on track, carry a reusable water bottle with you and refill it regularly.[20]
- Other fluids, like herbal tea, and watery foods, like soup and fruit, can also help you stay hydrated.
[Edit]When to Seek Medical Care - Check with your doctor before using natural treatments on your skin. Although natural treatments are generally safe, they don't work the same way for everyone. Some treatments may worsen medical conditions you have or could cause other forms of skin irritation. Talk to your doctor about the treatments you want to use to make sure they're a good option for you.[21]
- Tell your doctor what you want to treat. Remind them about medications you're taking and pre-existing conditions you have.
- Visit a doctor or dermatologist if your skin doesn't improve. While natural treatments may work for some people, they may not help your skin. If your symptoms persist, see your doctor for a proper diagnosis and to learn about other treatments. You may need a medical treatment to relieve your condition.[22]
- Tell your doctor that you've been using natural treatments. Ask them if there are other natural treatments you can try if you'd rather avoid medication.
- Talk to your doctor about other treatments if your condition won't heal. You may need a stronger treatment to relieve your symptoms. Your doctor can explain which treatments are best for your needs and why. Work with your doctor to create a treatment plan that works for you.[23]
- For instance, your doctor may prescribe an antibiotic, anti-fungal cream, or corticosteroids, depending on what's causing your symptoms.
- Drink a lot of water to keep your skin hydrated. While this won't heal a skin condition, it can help your skin be its healthiest.[24]
- Eat lots of fresh produce and lean protein to support your skin's overall health.[25]
[Edit]Warnings - While natural treatments are often safe, they aren't right for everyone and can worsen certain conditions. Always check with your doctor before using natural treatments.[26]
- Watch for signs of a skin infection and see your doctor immediately if you may have an infection. Symptoms of an infection include swelling, fever, increased pain, and discharge from a wound.
[Edit]References |
| How to Make a Homemade Band T Shirt Posted: 19 Apr 2020 09:00 AM PDT Band T-shirts are great for casual, everyday fashion, but they can be expensive! If you love wearing band T-shirts, but don't love the price tag, then you might want to try making some band T-shirts of your own. A common way to do this is using an iron-on transfer, but photo transfer liquid is an easier, less expensive option. Or, if you want something with more of a homemade or artsy feel to it, then you might try stenciling a shirt with a band logo, or even painting a shirt free-hand. For any of these options, you'll need a blank T-shirt in your desired color and size. [Edit]Using Photo Transfer Liquid - Print a design and cut it out. You can use photo transfer liquid with any printed image you like. Simply print out a band logo, image, or lyrics. You can print your image and text in color or in black and white. After you print out your logo or image, cut it out with a sharp pair of scissors.[1]
- If the logo features text in it, then you will need to reverse the text to ensure that your words don't show up backwards on the shirt.
- If you're making a logo for your band, then create it using photoshop or another software program.
- Use a sponge brush to paint the photo transfer liquid onto the image. Place the image right-side up on a piece of old newspaper or cardboard. Then, use a sponge brush to completely cover the image with the photo transfer liquid. Dip the brush into the liquid and then sweep the liquid back and forth over the image.[2]
- The photo transfer liquid should be thick enough that you cannot see the image through it.
- You can purchase photo transfer liquid and a sponge brush at a craft supply store. The 2 items should cost less than $10 (USD) and you can use them again and again to make more band T-shirts.
- Press the image onto your T-shirt. Turn the image so that the photo transfer liquid side is facing down and press it onto your T-shirt where you want it to go. You could apply it on the front of your shirt, on the back, or even on a sleeve.[3]
- Depending on the size of the image you are transferring, you can center the design on the front or back, or put it off to one side for a little variation.
- Let the image dry overnight or until it is completely dry. It's important to wait until the photo transfer liquid is completely dry before you do anything else with it. Leave it in a safe place to dry overnight or for at least 8 hours.[4]
- Make sure that the shirt won't be disturbed by pets or small children. For example, you might want to put the item up on a high shelf or in a closed room.
- Try aiming a fan at the shirt to help speed up the drying process.
- Use a wet sponge to moisten and scrape off the paper. After your design is totally dry, moisten a clean sponge with water and begin dabbing at the top layer of paper on the design. Moisten the entire area with water and then gently start to rub away the top layer of paper. It should come off easily and reveal your image.[5]
- After you remove the paper layer, your homemade band T-shirt is ready to wear!
- Keep in mind that the image will not be as dark as the one you printed. However, it should still be visible after you wipe away the top layer of paper.
- When the shirt needs to be washed, wash the shirt inside out on the delicate cycle and hang it to dry to preserve the image.
[Edit]Creating a Stencil Band T-Shirt - Purchase a stencil or create your own stencil to design your shirt. If you want to create a stencil freehand, draw or trace a design or logo onto a piece of thick paper. Or, you can print out the image, logo, or text that you want to stencil onto your shirt and cut out the design with an X-acto knife.[6]
- For example, you could purchase a stencil of the band's official logo to use for making T-shirts, or you could print off an image of the band's official logo to make into your own stencil.
- If you cut out the design yourself, go slowly and cut right along the outside of the design to get a crisp stencil design.
- Place the stencil onto a T-shirt and tape it in place. Position the stencil on the T-shirt where you want it to go. Then, apply masking tape to the edges of the stencil to hold it on the T-shirt. You may also want to place some old newspaper around the edges of the stencil to avoid getting paint onto other areas of the shirt.[7]
- You can position the stencil in the center of your shirt, or slightly off to one side or corner.
- Fill in the stencil with fabric paint or spray paint. Select the paint color or colors you want to use. If you will be using liquid paint, dip a sponge brush into your fabric paint and dab it onto the stencil to fill it in. If you are using a fabric spray paint, then spray it onto the stencil using a back and forth sweeping motion. Apply 2 coats of either kind of paint to ensure good coverage.[8]
- Avoid applying too much paint or it may seep out around the edges of your stencil.
- Let the paint dry overnight or for at least 8 hours. The paint might be dry within a few hours, but it is best to let it dry for at least 8 hours to be sure. Do not wear or wash the shirt until the paint is completely dry.
- When the paint is still wet, it will feel tacky to the touch. Although it's best not to touch the paint until it is totally dry, you can check the paint by touching it after a few hours if you can't wait to wear your shirt.
- To preserve your shirt, wash it inside out on the delicate cycle and hang it up to dry.
[Edit]Painting Your Shirt Free-Hand - Choose a logo or lyrics that you want to add onto the shirt. You can free-hand paint anything that you want to add on your shirt. Look at band logos, images, and lyrics and select something that you can realistically paint on your shirt. Make sure to consider your artistic abilities and time.[9]
- For example, if you want something simple, then you might choose a favorite line or verse from a song and simply write this on your shirt.
- If you want to try something more advanced, then you could try painting a portrait of one of the band members on the shirt.
- Outline the image in pencil on the shirt. Before you delve into painting, create an outline on the shirt using pencil. This will make it easier for you to check the positioning and fill in your design before you make it permanent.[10]
- For example, if you are writing lyrics on the shirt, write them on the shirt with pencil where you want them to go.
- If you are painting a portrait of a band member, then draw a basic sketch of the person on the shirt first.
- Fill in the outline with fabric paint. After you have your outline, get out the color or colors of fabric paint that you want to use. Dip your brush into the first paint and paint along the edges of the outline. Then, fill in the image with the other colors you want to use.[11]
- For example, you could outline your text with black or white, and then fill it in with the same or a different color.
- If you're creating a portrait, then you might outline it with a flesh tone and then fill in the image with other colors to add detail.
- Wait at least 8 hours for the fabric paint to dry before you wear the shirt. It's best to leave your painted shirt to dry overnight or for at least 8 hours. Set it somewhere that it will not be disturbed by pets or small children, such as up on a high shelf or in a closed room.
- When your shirt is completely dry, it is ready to wear!
- Wash the shirt on the delicate cycle turned inside out and hang it up to dry.
- A 100% cotton T-shirt works best, and lighter colored T-shirts display printed logos better than darker ones.
- If using the stencil method, think about painting a little sloppily along the outer edge of the stencil for a cool graffiti effect.
[Edit]Warnings - Use caution when using an X-acto knife. They are very sharp.
- Be aware that band names and logos are copyrighted, so using them with intent to sell is unethical and may land you in legal trouble.
[Edit]Things You'll Need [Edit]Using Photo Transfer Liquid - A blank T-shirt
- Printed design
- Photo transfer liquid
- Sponge paintbrush
- Sponge
[Edit]Creating a Stencil Shirt - Blank T-shirt
- X-Acto knife
- Masking tape
- Old newspapers
- Fabric paint and a sponge paintbrush or fabric spray paint
[Edit]Painting Your Shirt Free-Hand - A blank T-shirt
- Pencil
- Fabric paint
- Paintbrushes
[Edit]References |
Nenhum comentário:
Postar um comentário