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HOW TO HOMBRE SHIRT

Step 1: Wash and dry your shirt, even if you bought a new one for this project:The dye will adhere best when the shirt is freshly laundered.Unbutton the shirt and flip the collar up, so that the entire collar can be dyedevenly.

Step 2: Begin to roll up the bottom of the shirt.It's critical that you roll up the shirt evenly, because it will ultimately affect the evennessand straightness of the dye.

Step 3: Secure the roll with the clip hanger, again, making sure that it hangsstraightly and evenly.At this point, make sure that you have a spot on the wall or somewhere else whereyou can hang up your shirt when it sits in the dye bath for several hours.

Step 4: Wet your shirt in water up to about six inches past where you want the dye to go.

Step 5: Wring out the shirt You want it to be wet, but not soaking.

Step 6: Pour the contents of one whole packet of Rit dye into a bowl or bucket t

hatwill hold at least two quarts of water.

Step 7: Measure out one cup of salt

Step 8: Pour the salt into the bowl with the dye.

Step 9: Pour about two quarts of very hot tap water into the bowl.If your tap doesn't get hot enough, put the water in the microwave for a minuteor two,and then pour it into the bowl.

Tip: The directions on the dye packet will say to add two gallons of water, but

we feel this DIYworks best when the dye is more concentrated, which is why we used less.If you would like your shirt to have a less intense color, add more water duringthis step.

Step 10: Stir the dye for several minutes, until you're sure the powder has completely dissolved.

Step 11: Pour in a tablespoon or two of laundry detergent, and stir into the dyemixture.

Step 12: Once everything is thoroughly mixed in the bowl, take a paper towel andwipe

around the edges of the bowl to remove any flakes or splash drops from the dye.This step is very important, as any stray dots of dye can ruin the look of the shirt.

Step 13: Holding the shirt by the hanger, slowly lower the collar of the shirt into the dye,making sure that it's being submerged evenly. Continue to lower the shirt into the dye foranother three or four inches, or however high or low you would like the dye to go.

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Once the shirt is as far into the dye as you would like, hang up the shirt (while the top is still submerged),as it will need to sit in the dye for two to three hours.

Step 14: After about thirty minutes, take a cup of clean water and begin to poursmallamounts down the shirt, into the dyed portion, to help get a more pronounced drip effect.

Step 15: After two or three hours, remove the shirt from the dye.Using rubber gloves, begin to wring out any excess dye from the shirt.It is VERY important that your gloves do not go above the dye line and into thelighter part of ombre area,as this will cause fingerprints that will ruin the look of your shirt.

Step 16: Wring out the shirt, again, being very careful that your fingers do nottouch above the dye line.

Step 17: Once your shirt is wrung out, rinse off your rubber gloves in a sink until they are completelyfree of dye. Then, take your shirt to the sink and begin to rinse out the remaining dye from it.

Step 18: Clean your gloves again. Then, wring out the shirt, being careful not t

o touch above the dye line.

Step 19: Rinse and wring out your shirt as in steps 17 and 18 several more times,making sure your gloves are clean each time you touch the shirt. Continue to re-rinse and wringuntil the water that runs off off it is clear.

Step 20: Hang your shirt upside down and allow it to dry overnight.

Enroll In Payroll AutosaveBy far, this is the best way to save. Most payroll departments allow you to direct deposit

your paychecks into a specified bank account. Usually, when this is an option, you can also havethem direct deposit into multiple accounts. Have your payroll department put a portion of yourpaycheck (either a percentage you want to save, or a set dollar amount) into a separatesavings account, and the rest into your checking account. If you don't see the money in yourchecking account, chances are you won't remember you have it in savings, and itwill add up over time!

Start An Electronic Change JarConsider it the next generation of the piggy bank: Programs such as Bank of Amer

icasKeep the Change and Wells Fargos Save As You Go transfer a small amount from yourchecking to your savings account with every debit card purchase. (Bank of America rounds up tothe nearest dollar, and Wells Fargo transfers exactly $1). Since it's no more than $1 for everytransaction, you wont really feel the impact each time, but over time this adds up.Even if you dont use Bank of America or Wells Fargo, it's worth asking your bank

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what similarprograms they may offer.

Negotiate Your Credit Card Interest RateA lower interest rate on your outstanding credit card debt can help you save money every month and, with any luck, eliminate your debt more quickly. Call your credit card company, starting with theone where you have the highest balance, or highest interest rate. Explain that you're unhappy withyour current interest rate, and would like a lower rate to help you get out of debt sooner.This conversation goes much further if you have better offers from other creditcard companies,or if you are willing to close your account and move your balance to another card.So, don't be afraid to ask you have nothing to lose but a high interest rate.

Get A Higher-Interest Savings AccountMaking only a puny .5% on your savings? Go to bankrate.com to get a list of savings andchecking account interest rates from banks that service your area. Many times, it is very easy tofind a bank that offers a higher interest rate than what you are currently getti

ng.You can usually be up and running with a new account in 10 minutes, and begin earning moremoney from your money within a couple of days. Just be sure to either close yourcurrent accounts,or leave enough in there to meet minimum balance requirements to avoid any fees.

E-books: Borrow, Don't BuyiPads, Kindles, and Nooks make it very easy to read new books and magazines.And, sure, you can buy this new content with just a click, but why not see if the digitalversions are available from your library for free? Most urban library systems have e-books

available for checkout online no need to even stop in to the library.Browser plug-ins like BookBurrito and Library Extension make this even easier byautomaticallychecking availability at your preferred library.

Get ScanningThere's nothing like making a big purchase, only to realize you overpaid. So, before you buy on the spot,price compare for better deals. Smoopa, PriceGrabber, and ShopSavvy are a few ofthe best apps forprice comparison available right now. Install one of these apps on your mobile phone, and scan thebarcode of the item you are considering purchasing. Online and retail store pric

es will be displayed,so you can be sure to get the best deal. (Some even let you buy the item straight through the app.)Spend a minute to do this before purchasing an item in-store, and enjoy the savings!

Optimize Your Cell Phone BillCell phone companies have us so scared about high overage charges that most of us payfor much more data than we really use. Take a look at your past three to six mon

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ths of bills,and see exactly how much data you used. Once you know your typical usage, loweryour plan to amore reasonable level, and save money every month. Free services like BillShrinkand SaveLoveGivewill analyze this for you as well. It's especially useful if you are open to changing providers.

To look great by tomorrow:Get a lactic or salicylic acid peelWithout exfoliating regularly, dead skin cells will begin to pile up, which causes an increase in fine lines and dullness. Beverly Hills, California-based aesthetician Gina Mari says that for a temporary reductionin fine lines and a boost in skin color, all you need is a quick peel. The lactic and salicylic acids provide alight exfoliation that not only removes the dead skin, but encourages new skin cells to turn over, so that,according to Mari, new fat, healthy cells are encouraged to come to the surface of your epidermis tocreate a youthful glow.

Or, if you have a special date coming up (like your wedding or high school reunion), get an instant glow

and firmness to your skin with oxygen therapy. When your skin is extremely dehydrated, it looks dry,flaky and cant absorb moisture. According to Mari, the combination of oxygen therapy and antioxidantswill give you glowing skin that youll notice immediately. The oxygen helps push the antioxidants, likevitamins A, C, and E, deep into your pores, allowing your skin to reap their full benefits.Youll walk away with glowing skin, a plumpness that will last for about three days, and a reduction inthe appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, says Mari.

To look great by next week (or sooner!):

Moisturize

To look great in two to three months:Stop smoking

To look great in six months to a year:Use a retinoid every nightRetinoids receive a lot of buzz, and heres why: Theyre among the most effective anti-agingingredients on the market. By using a topical retinoid overnight, youre stimulating your body toproduce more collagen, which increases skins supple, youthful appearance. Dr. Alex Khadavi, MD,

Associate Professor of Dermatology at USC, says that over time, retinoids can also change the surfaceof your skin by quickening the cell turnover rate and evening out pigmentation.In six months time,youll be left with more even, supple, and taut skin than you began with. Make sure to consult yourdermatologist to find the right retinoid for your skin.

Aspirin MaskAspirin contains salicylic acid, which is one of the most common (and gentlest)

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treatments for acneand inflammation. Sarah Howard at BeautyBanter writes that when combined with moisturizing honey(which also has natural anti-bacterial properties), crushed aspirin can make a big difference onacne-prone skin (with minimal irritation).How To: Mix five to seven crushed aspirin pills with a touch of water to make apaste.Mix in one teaspoon of honey, and apply to skin for seven-to-15 minutes and rinse.

Egg WhitesYou already know that high-protein egg whites are good for your waistline, but these nutrientpowerhouses also have a myriad of skin benefits. According to Livestrong.com, the B vitamins andzinc found in egg whites provide all-natural skin regulating benefits.How To: Apply egg white to clean skin, leave on for 15-20 minutes, and rinse. Easy peasy!

Potato SlicesAccording to Vanity Clinic, the simple spud contains nutrients that can help heal acne.This vitamin-packed starch contains potassium, sulfur, phosphorus, and chloride

all of which areknown to help heal blemishes. In addition, potatoes can have an astringent effect on skin,which can exfoliate and lighten post-acne marks or scars.How To: Either grate a peeled potato or slice it up and apply to your skin for about 30 minutes, then rinse.

Baking SodaIf gentle exfoliation is what you're looking for, try baking soda, according toSquidoo.This old-school treatment wil slough away dead-skin cells and leave your skin glowing.How To: Apply to skin with a bit of water so that a paste forms. Massage, then r

inse.