How to Cover Logos on Clothes

There are plenty of valid reasons for removing a logo. If you like expressing yourself through your clothing, there are plenty of patches that are way cooler than corporate logos. Even if you don’t necessarily care about the look of the logo, a company or designer logo is just free advertising, and many people prefer to not walk around covered in corporate symbols. If you have a cool work shirt, removing the logo allows you to convert it into a regular piece of clothing that you can wear anywhere. The only real way to cover a logo completely is to use a patch or applique, which is a thin piece of fabric used for knitting and crafting. Otherwise, you can choose to remove the logo from the clothing.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Hiding the Logo with a Patch

1. Buy a patch to cover the logo up and hide it. You can use any patch to cover a logo so long as it’s big enough to cover it. You can use a patch you already own, or buy a unique patch online. Get an iron-on patch if you want to make it easy to attach to your clothing. If you know how to sew, you can cover your logo with any type of patch.
   
2. Lay your patch on top of the logo and line it up. Lay your clothing down flat. Place your patch or applique directly on top of the logo. Adjust the orientation of the patch to line it up symmetrically with the top and bottom of your clothing. Use the seams on the fabric to visually determine whether the patch is lined up or not.^[1]
   
   • You can certainly attach your patch at an angle if you prefer. In this case, you do not need to line the logo up with anything.
   • If your patch is heat-activated, do this on an ironing board.
3. Iron your patch over the logo if it’s heat-activated. If you’re using an iron-on patch, put a piece of cardboard under the fabric and put a clean pillowcase on top of the patch. Turn your iron on medium heat and wait 15-30 seconds for the iron to heat up. Then, run the iron over the patch while pressing down. Move the iron back and forth over the patch to heat the fabric evenly. Do this for 45-60 seconds to activate the adhesive on your patch and attach it to the clothing.^[2]
   
   
   • Let the patch air dry for 3-5 minutes so that the glue has time to cure to the fabric.
4. Sew the patch over the logo by hand if you want to stitch it yourself. Put 2-3 sewing pins into the patch and the clothing to hold it in place. Run some stitching thread through the sewing needle and tie a knot to hold it in place. Thread the needle through the back of the patch and pull it through the other side. Then, repeat this process by pushing the needle through the front and pulling it out the back. Continue threading the needle around the patch until you’ve completely attached it to your clothing.^[3]
   
   
   • Tie a knot at the end of the stitching thread to hold it in place or leave the needle loose.
   • Run the thread just inside the edge of the patch to avoid running thread through the stitching on the edges of the patch. This is less important for appliques, which are usually cut out.
5. Use a sewing machine if you have one in your home. Stick 2-3 sewing pins into the patch and through the clothing to hold it in place. Run stitching thread through a sewing machine and pull it through to the needle. Lay your patch under the needle and pump the pedal on the machine to begin applying your patch. Continue rotating the patch under the needle until you’ve stitched the entire patch into the clothing.^[4]
   
   • Cut the excess thread off when you’re done.
   • You can use any stitch to attach the patch or applique to the clothing. A running stich is the easiest pattern to use for this.

[Edit]Removing Embroidered Logos

1. Get a seam ripper to cut through the embroidery. A seam ripper is a special sewing tool used to remove threads or stitches. It resembles a pen with 2 prongs at the end and a sharp blade in the middle. The smaller prong is used to remove seams, while the longer prong is used to cut through individual threads or cloth. You can buy a seam ripper online or from a craft or knitting store.^[5]
   
   • If there is a sewing kit in your home, there should be a seam ripper in there.
   • You can buy a seam ripper for $3-5.
   • Before you do this, turn your clothing inside out to see if there are stitches on the back. If there aren’t, you cannot use a seam ripper to remove the logo. You may be able to melt the glue holding the logo in place with acetone as described in the final section, though.
2. Poke the fabric next to the logo to see if it damages the clothing. Removing an embroidered logo will damage the clothing if the fabric isn’t porous. To test the fabric, take the long prong on the seam ripper, gently poke the fabric next to the logo, and pull the ripper out. If the fabric isn’t damaged, you can remove the logo without damaging the clothing. If there’s a small hole, removing the embroidery will damage the clothing.^[6]
   
   
3. Cut the individual stiches using the long prong of the seam ripper. Brace the fabric with your nondominant hand by pressing down next to the logo. Take the long prong of the seam ripper and dig it under the embroidery without puncturing the fabric underneath. Push the seam ripper forward while pulling the tool away from the clothing. Continue pulling the ripper up until the stitches slide to the back of the seam ripper and tear on the blade. Repeat this process for every section of the logo.^[7]
   
   
   • This will be kind of time consuming if the logo is large or elaborate. You have to cut through all of the stitches to remove them.
4. Flip the clothing inside out and pull the threads out. Turn your clothing inside out. Use your fingers to pull the threads on the logo from the back. Since you tore the threads on the front, the threads will come right out as you pluck them out. If the threads are really tight against the fabric and you can’t grip them with your fingers, use the small prong on the seam ripper to dig under the threads.^[8]
   
   
   • You can also use tweezers to pull the embroidery out.

[Edit]Getting Rid of Printed Logos

1. Iron rubber or plastic logos and peel them off by hand. Soak a pillowcase in water and put it on top of the logo. Then, turn your iron on to a medium heat setting. Wait 15-30 seconds for the iron to heat up and press it on top of the pillowcase that’s covering your logo. Move the iron back and forth over the logo for 45-60 seconds. Then, set the iron down and pull up the pillowcase. Rub the logo firmly with the pad of your finger. The logo will rub off as you continue to apply friction.^[9]
   
   
   • You may need to peel the logo off if it’s sticking to the fabric.
   • If the logo won’t come off, apply more heat with your iron and try again. Some stronger logos will require several attempts.
   • It can be hard to tell the difference between rubber, vinyl, and plastic. In general, rubber and plastic logos will always reflect light, while some vinyl logos will not. Try ironing the logo and peeling it off before moving on to another solution.
2. Use 100% acetone to dissolve vinyl logos. Get a bottle of pure, 100% acetone. Put on nitrile or rubber gloves and set your clothing down in a tub or sink. Pour the acetone on top of the logo until the logo is completely soaked. Wait 1-2 minutes for the acetone to soak into the fabric. Then, use your finger to rub and peel the logo off. Wash your clothing after doing this to remove the acetone.^[10]
   
   
   • Regular nail polish remover that is less than 100% acetone may work, but pure acetone is much more efficient.
   • You can tell if a logo is vinyl by feeling it. If it’s smooth and feels like it’s resting on top of the clothing, it’s probably vinyl.
3. Remove a logo with a pair of tweezers if it’s old and peeling off. If you want to remove a logo because it’s worn down and old, you can usually use tweezers regardless of what it’s made out of. Grip an edge of the logo with the jaws of your tweezers and pull it up. The logo will probably come off in sections, so continue peeling it off until you’ve removed all of the logo.^[11]
   
   

[Edit]Tips

• You can use a pin-back button to cover a logo, but it may not sit flush with clothing depending on the material and the size of the logo. Still, this is a fairly good solution if you need to cover a logo quickly.

[Edit]Things You’ll Need

[Edit]Hiding the Logo with a Patch

• Patch or applique
• Iron
• Ironing board
• Cloth
• Thread
• Sewing needle or sewing machine

[Edit]Removing Embroidered Logos

• Seam ripper
• Tweezers (optional)

[Edit]Getting Rid of Printed Logos

• Acetone
• Iron
• Pillowcase
• Tweezers

[Edit]References

[Edit]Quick Summary

1. ↑ https://youtu.be/NGvJ_0sLwz0?t=70
2. ↑ https://www.whowhatwear.com/how-to-iron-on-patches
3. ↑ https://youtu.be/fWlDFDmzNp0?t=110
4. ↑ https://www.sewingmachinegallery.com/how-to-use-sewing-machine-step-by-step/
5. ↑ https://www.nytimes.com/2011/07/28/fashion/snipping-out-annoying-clothing-labels.html
6. ↑ https://youtu.be/cYSC-uyx1zQ?t=62
7. ↑ https://youtu.be/cYSC-uyx1zQ?t=114
8. ↑ https://youtu.be/cYSC-uyx1zQ?t=114
9. ↑ https://youtu.be/bqN5pjti9gw?t=101
10. ↑ https://youtu.be/WVeGDitPqKo?t=107
11. ↑ https://youtu.be/6fCmj9GAHzw?t=41

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How to Dry Makeup Brushes

It is important to properly dry your makeup brushes after you wash them. Otherwise, you could damage the bristles or allow bacteria to grow, negating the cleaning you just completed. With proper care, you can extend the life of your brushes so you can get the most use out of them.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Drying with a Towel

1. Set your brushes on a towel after you've washed them. You can use either a clean, dry bath towel, or a dry paper towel to start the drying process. A larger bath towel may work best, because it will absorb a lot of water and will be big enough to hold all of your brushes.
   
   • Set the towel on a flat surface, with the brushes an inch or two apart on top of it. Lay the brushes flat, because if you place them upright, the water won't be able to evaporate completely, which could lead to bacteria growth.^[1]
   • Leave about half of the towel empty.^[2]
2. Fold half of the towel over the brushes. You'll want to get some of the water out of your brushes before you set them up to dry. You can do this by folding the empty half of the towel over the brushes so they are completely surrounded by it.^[3]
   
3. Press gently on the towel. Using your hand, press gently on top of the towel. Do this for five or six seconds with each brush, so that the towel absorbs some of the water from the bristles.
   
4. Place the brushes on the counter edge. You want to make sure that the bristles of the brushes stick over the edge of the counter or shelf. That way, air circulates around the bristles and they do not rest on a damp surface. It will help the bristles to dry faster and keep them from acquiring bacteria.
   
   • Leave the brush handles on top of the towel, with just the bristles sticking out over the edge of the counter.
   • While they dry, it's a good idea to turn on a fan, especially if they're in the bathroom. The fan will circulate the air, dispersing the moisture.
   • It will usually take 3-4 hours for the brushes to dry completely.
   • You'll want to check the bristles by touching them with you hand before you use them, to make sure they are dry.^[4]

[Edit]Hanging Brushes to Dry

1. Attach brushes to a clothes hanger. Using either rubber bands or hair ties, attach the handles of your brushes to the bottom of a clothes hanger. Make sure the bristles are facing down when you attach them. This will allow the bristles to maintain their shape, and allow air to circulate around the bristles.
   
   • You can place the hanger anywhere, but make sure the bristles are free and not resting against anything.^[5]
   • Your brushes will dry fastest if you hang them over a fan in a well-ventilated room.
2. Buy a holder for your brushes. There are holders available for purchase that allow you to hang your brushes to dry. These holders allow you to insert each brush into its own hole upside down. Air can then circulate around the bristles. Because they're upside down, water won't seep down into them.
   
   • These holders may be sold in different sizes for different sized brushes.^[6]
3. Place a towel under your brushes. With the brushes hanging from the clothes hanger, or the holder, water may drip from the bristles. Place a clean, dry bath towel or paper towel under the brushes to absorb any water.
   
   • Leave the brushes hanging with the bristles facing down for four or five hours.
   • Thicker brushes may need a bit more time.

[Edit]Tips

• Use a cream cleanser to clean brushes with nylon bristles, or use water and brush cleaner for natural bristles.^[7]
• If you wash your brushes before bed, you can let them dry overnight while you sleep. That way they are ready for you to use in the morning.
• You can place a fan near the brushes to help them dry a bit faster.^[8]

[Edit]Warnings

• Do not dry your brushes with the bristles facing up. If you do this, the water will run down onto the handle and could damage the glue that holds the bristles to the handle. You can avoid this by drying brushes with the bristles facing down, or by drying the brushes on their side with the bristles protruding over a counter edge.

[Edit]References

[Edit]Quick Summary

1. ↑ [v161362_b01]. April 14, 2020.
2. ↑ https://www.cosmopolitan.com/style-beauty/beauty/a9602752/drying-makeup-brushes-hack/
3. ↑ https://www.allure.com/story/how-clean-are-your-makeup-brus
4. ↑ https://www.makeup.com/right-way-to-dry-makeup-brushes
5. ↑ https://www.cosmopolitan.com/style-beauty/beauty/a9602752/drying-makeup-brushes-hack/
6. ↑ https://www.glamour.com/story/found-the-very-best-way-to-dry
7. ↑ [v161362_b01]. April 14, 2020.
8. ↑ https://www.cosmopolitan.com/style-beauty/beauty/a9602752/drying-makeup-brushes-hack/

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How to Declutter a Home Office

If you’re one of those people with a home office, whether you work from home or just like having a space to organize and pay your bills, then keeping it tidy is a great way to improve your productivity and mood. Unfortunately, over time, your workspace may have gotten messy and cluttered with papers, reports, or mail. But don’t worry – this is an easy problem to fix. Set aside a day to clean up, then implement a strict filing system to keep your home office neat and organized.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Clearing and Sorting Your Items

1. Put aside items that you actually use every day. While some of the clutter in your desk and office might be from things you don’t even use, there are probably several items you use regularly. Items like pens, staplers, writing pads, or highlighters are used often. Take these items and put them aside in a safe place so you don’t get rid of them accidentally.^[1]
   
   • If you aren’t sure what’s important, spend a week working normally and note down when you use each item. By the end of the week, you should have a list of things that you’ve used, showing you which items to keep.
2. Remove all the loose items from your desk that you don’t use. Once you’ve put aside the important items, take stock of everything else on your desk. There are probably loose papers, broken pens, bills, and other clutter that you don’t even look at. Clear all of this off and put it in a box.^[2]
   
   • Make sure to look at all the documents you’re getting rid of an confirm there is no sensitive information on them, like bank account numbers. If there are, shred these papers instead of throwing them out whole.
   • If you have mementos like pictures or souvenirs on your desk, put them in a separate box so you don’t throw them out by accident.
3. Empty all of your desk and file cabinet drawers. You might use your drawers as a dumping ground to put things that you don’t have a place for, so the clutter could be pretty bad in here. Start with a blank slate and dump all the drawers out. This way, you can dedicate drawers to a specific purpose when you put the items back.^[3]
   
   • Be careful when you empty the drawers in case you put anything fragile in there over the years.
4. Sort everything you find into categories. Once you've removed everything from your desk and drawers, get to work sorting through it. Divide the items into categories. Common ones might be bills, mail, work reports, general office supplies, or others that are personal to you. With everything sorted out, you can put it back in a much more organized way.^[4]
   
   • Also make a junk pile for things you don't need or use and plan to get rid of them.
   • You might find some items that are important, but would fit better somewhere else. Recipes, for example, should be in the kitchen. Move these items elsewhere if you find them.
5. Throw out everything you don’t use. While you're sorting through your items, separate out the unimportant things. When you're done sorting, throw out all the junk to open up more room in your office.^[5]
   
   • Important items include business records, medical or ID documents, and bank information. Unimportant things would be outdated credit card statements or receipts, bills that you’ve already paid, and scrap paper or notes that you haven’t look at in years. You might also find loose items that you left in drawers when you didn’t know what else to do with them.
   • If you're not sure whether to throw something out, put it in a box labelled "Two Week Think on It." Then, come back to the box every 2 weeks and make a decision on anything in the box.^[6]
6. Dust off your desk and drawers while they’re clear. Dust and dirt have probably built up around your office, especially if you haven’t cleaned in a while. Take the opportunity to dust everything off while the desk is clear. Wipe the desk and drawers with a damp rag or moist wipes before putting everything back.^[7]
   
   • Remember to clean your computer too. Wipe down the screen and keyboard so the whole workspace looks fresh.
   • Do some other cleaning if you have to. Vacuuming the office, for example, is a good way to make the space look and feel cleaner.
   • Leave the window open while you work to filter out any dust you kick up while cleaning.

[Edit]Organizing Your Paper Items

1. Get a file cabinet if you don’t have one already. If the original clutter was caused by a lack of storage space, then a file cabinet can solve that issue. Get a cabinet that fits your office space and use it to sort all of your documents and other important items so they don’t build up on your desk.^[8]
   
   • Label all of the folders and file separators you use in the cabinet to stay organized.
   • Remember to stick to your filing system if you use a file cabinet. Don’t throw things into the drawers aimlessly.
2. Dedicate each drawer to a specific category. Don’t treat your desk and file cabinets like junk drawers. Give each drawer a specific purpose that corresponds to your paper categories, like bills, medical records, office supplies, and the like. Stick with this system to keep your workspace organized.^[9]
   
   • Use file folders to identify items if you have several different categories in the same drawer. Separate bills, bank statements, and business reports with different folders.
   • If you tend to have a lot of random items or have a hard time throwing things away, you could dedicate one drawer to miscellaneous items. This is a compromise that lets you keep some clutter, but isolates it in one spot so it doesn’t spread.
3. Label all your folders, drawers, and binders. A good labeling system will help you stick with the organization plan. Give every drawer, folder, pad, or notebook a specific purpose and label it. Then stick with that system whenever you put something away so everything is in its proper place.^[10]
   
   • Your labeling system could be simple, like writing “Bills” on a folder. If you prefer a more creative approach, try color-coding the folders with stick labels.
   • If your drawers don’t have sections for labels, just use a strip of masking tape and write on it with a marker. Then pull the tape off if the drawer purpose changes.
4. Use a desktop organizer for important papers and files. Desktop organizers are small bins with compartments that fit easily on desks. You can use one of these to sort the papers and folders you use regularly so they’re right in front of you when you need them. Buy these from office supply stores or online.^[11]
   
   • Label or color-code each section for better organization.
   • If you don’t have many things to sort, then a desktop organizer might be all you need instead of a whole file cabinet.
5. Create a mail station to sort your bills and other mail. Mail can build up on your desk, and a few tools can help reduce the clutter. Try using a mail basket that attaches to your wall. This organizes your mail and keeps it off your desk.^[12]
   
   • Use an “In” and “Out” basket to sort the mail that you’ve already handled and the mail that you still have to look at.
   • You could also use a bin or basket on your desk for mail sorting, if your desk is big enough.

[Edit]Reducing Your Paper Use

1. Print only what’s necessary to reduce clutter. Paper is one of the main reasons for office clutter. Think twice before printing and ask yourself if you really need a physical copy of these files. If not, then look at the document on the computer instead and prevent paper from building up on your desk.^[13]
   
   • As an added bonus, you’ll save money on paper and printer ink. It’s also better for the environment to preserve paper.
   • If you work from home, most of your work is probably done digitally anyway, so resisting the urge to print is easier than if you worked in an office.
2. Get rid of papers and books that you can access online. With so many digitized items now, many physical publications are only taking up space. If you regularly look at articles, manuals, or reports, see if you can access them online. If so, then your physical copies aren’t necessary. Recycle or donate them to free up space.^[14]
   
   • Switch your magazine or journal subscriptions and bills to digital-only. This prevents them from building up in your office.
   • See if you can sell or donate books before getting rid of them. Libraries and charities are always look for donations.
3. Scan important papers and recycle the physical copies. Many of your bills and records can be digitized. Get a scanner or take high-quality photos of them, then shred and recycle the originals. This reduces paper buildup in your office.^[15]
   
   • Remember to use a good filing system on your computer so you don’t lose track of the documents. Label everything and put the files in a folder.
   • Save sensitive documents on your desktop rather than using cloud storage. These can be hacked and your information could be stolen.

[Edit]Tidying Up Your Desk and Computer

1. Use baskets or bins to organize your office supplies. Pens, markers, staplers, and tape can all clutter up the top of your desk. Get yourself a can or bin for all those items to keep them under control. Remember to put your writing tools back in there every time you're done using them so they don't build up again.^[16]
   
   • If you have several types of pens or markers and want to keep them separate, use a bin with sections for different items.
   • You can dedicate a drawer to larger office supplies like your stapler. This frees up your desktop for more important work items.
2. Tuck computer and phone cables away. Cables and cords can be a huge reason for desktop clutter. Run them to your desk from a direction that keeps them out of the way. Charging cords, for example, can run behind your desk to stay hidden.^[17]
   
   • You can keep cords out of the way with Velcro clips that go along your desk. Buy these at office supply stores.
   • If possible, switch to wireless appliances like a USB keyboard and mouse. This cuts down on the amount of wires on your desk.
3. Combine your computer desktop icons. Don’t forget about your computer desktop. Having tons of icons everywhere can make your work station feel chaotic. Declutter the computer by making desktop folders and placing files in the correct places. Your work station will look much neater afterward.^[18]
   
4. Install floating shelves above your desk for more storage space. A little extra storage space might get rid of your clutter problem. Get a floating shelf kit from a hardware store or build your own. Hang one or more above your desk for new layers of space.^[19]
   
   • Remember to keep the new shelves organized. Use them for tidy storage, not as a place to throw things.
   • Hanging shelves can also be decorative. A vase or picture frames give a nice atmosphere to your office, and free up your desk for more important items.
5. Continue cleaning regularly so junk doesn’t build up again. Once you’ve done all that work to declutter your office, don’t let it get messy again. Do a little bit of cleaning and rearranging regularly so your workspace stays neat.^[20]
   
   • If you need a reminder to clean, try setting a day every month to be your cleaning day.
   • Avoid the urge to leave things on your desk or throw them in your drawer at the end of the day. Put everything back in its proper place, or throw it out if it isn’t important.

[Edit]Video

[Edit]Related wikiHows

• Declutter Your Life

[Edit]References

1. ↑ https://www.inc.com/wanda-thibodeaux/how-to-declutter-your-office-and-create-the-ultimate-creativity-space.html
2. ↑ https://www.thebalancesmb.com/organizing-home-office-2948511
3. ↑ https://www.thebalancesmb.com/organizing-home-office-2948511
4. ↑ https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/273026
5. ↑ https://www.thebalancesmb.com/organizing-home-office-2948511
6. ↑ [v161131_b01]. 30 Oct 2019.
7. ↑ https://www.inc.com/wanda-thibodeaux/how-to-declutter-your-office-and-create-the-ultimate-creativity-space.html
8. ↑ https://www.inc.com/wanda-thibodeaux/how-to-declutter-your-office-and-create-the-ultimate-creativity-space.html
9. ↑ https://www.hgtv.com/lifestyle/clean-and-organize/10-steps-to-an-organized-home-office
10. ↑ https://www.hgtv.com/lifestyle/clean-and-organize/10-steps-to-an-organized-home-office
11. ↑ https://www.hgtv.com/lifestyle/clean-and-organize/10-steps-to-an-organized-home-office
12. ↑ https://www.hgtv.com/lifestyle/clean-and-organize/10-steps-to-an-organized-home-office
13. ↑ https://www.thebalancesmb.com/office-waste-reduction-tips-and-ideas-2877884
14. ↑ https://www.inc.com/wanda-thibodeaux/how-to-declutter-your-office-and-create-the-ultimate-creativity-space.html
15. ↑ https://www.inc.com/wanda-thibodeaux/how-to-declutter-your-office-and-create-the-ultimate-creativity-space.html
16. ↑ https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/273026
17. ↑ https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/273026
18. ↑ https://www.inc.com/wanda-thibodeaux/how-to-declutter-your-office-and-create-the-ultimate-creativity-space.html
19. ↑ https://www.hgtv.com/lifestyle/clean-and-organize/10-steps-to-an-organized-home-office
20. ↑ https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/273026

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How to Finish Cutting Boards

If you’ve purchased a wooden cutting board, you’ll need to apply a finish to prevent the board from becoming damaged with use. The first step is to choose your preferred finish. Cutting-board finishes come in 2 categories: drying and non-drying. Drying oils require only a single application and soak deep into the wood fibers. Non-drying finishes do not dry or harden in the wood, and so will need frequent reapplication.^[1] Cutting boards made from plastic do not need to be finished.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Selecting a Non-Drying Finish

1. Use mineral oil for an affordable, popular finish. Mineral oil applies easily onto the surface of a wooden cutting board. This option is water resistant, meaning that juicy foods like tomatoes or raw meat won’t leak fluids into your cutting boards. Mineral oil is actually derived from petroleum, but is completely food safe. Since it’s a non-drying oil, it won’t leave an aroma behind.^[2]
   
   • You can purchase mineral oil at any kitchen store or woodworking store. Many large grocery stores also sell mineral oil.
2. Apply a mixture of beeswax and non-drying oil for an attractive finish. Beeswax and oil form a liquid mixture which soaks deep into the woodgrain. This is beneficial to your cutting board, since it makes the wood look attractive and repels water. But, like other non-drying oils, it will require frequent reapplication.^[3]
   
   • You don’t need to mix beeswax and oil yourself. Mixtures of beeswax and oil (most often at about a 1:5 ratio) are sold in woodworking stores and catalogs.
3. Opt for carnauba wax for a stiff, water-repelling finish. The texture of carnauba wax is similar to beeswax, but the wax itself dries harder than beeswax and is excellent at repelling liquids. Like beeswax, carnauba wax is typically blended with non-drying oil. If you’re planning to cut lots of water-retaining foods on the cutting board, carnauba wax may be your best choice.^[4]
   
   • Carnauba wax may be a little tricky to find. Check woodworking stores. If they don’t stock the wax, find an online woodworking catalog and order the wax from the website.

[Edit]Choosing a Drying Finish

1. Finish your cutting board with pure tung oil for a durable finish. Tung oil is a thick substance that will dry and harden in the fiber of the wood. This gives strength to the cutting board and will make it highly water-resistant. Unlike non-drying finish options, tung oil does not need to be frequently re-applied.^[5]
   
   • You can purchase tung oil at most woodworking stores and through online woodworking catalogs.
2. Select raw linseed oil for a cheap and easily attainable finish. Linseed oil is an FDA-approved food additive, meaning that it’s among the safest finishes you can put on a cutting board. You can purchase linseed oil at any kitchen-supply store or woodworking store. Many large supermarkets or home-supply stores will also sell it. Linseed is a drying oil, so you’ll need to let it sit out for 5–7 days before using the cutting board.^[6]
   
   • However, linseed oil also has a few disadvantages. It takes a long time to set, meaning that the cutting board will need to sit out for a few hours after you’ve applied the oil. Linseed oil also isn’t very water resistant.
   • Never apply boiled linseed to a cutting board. This processed oil contains metallic drivers and isn’t safe for consumption.
3. Opt for walnut oil for a dark, protective finish. Walnut oil is a durable, long-lasting finish that will provide a water-resistant coating to your cutting board. The curing time, though, is quite long. You’ll need to wait at least 4–5 days for the oil to dry.^[7] You can purchase walnut oil at any woodworking store or online catalog. Keep in mind, though, that walnut oil is very dark and will darken the color of the wood you apply it to.
   
   • Depending on how light or dark you’d like your cutting board to be, this could be a positive or negative aspect of using walnut oil.

[Edit]Applying and Maintaining the Finish

1. Wash the cutting board before finishing it. You don’t want to apply finish over bits of food or dirt on the cutting board. So, rinse the board off under running tap water. You can also rub it down with a small dollop of dish soap and a clean sponge.^[8]
   
   
   • After you rinse it clean, let the board dry for about 30 minutes before applying finish.
2. Rub a dollop of finish on each side of the cutting board. Pour out a small dollop of finish onto a clean cotton rag. Using the rag, rub the finish onto the cutting board in long horizontal strokes. Make sure to cover the entire surface of the cutting board so there are no gaps in the finish.
   
   
   • Once the first side is finished, turn the cutting board over and rub another dollop onto the second side.
3. Let the finish dry for several hours or days. Different types of oil will take different amounts of time to dry. Non-drying oils will dry in 3–4 hours, while drying oils may take up to 7 days to dry completely. You can tell when the finish is dry by running your fingertips over the wood. If the finish is dry, your fingers will come away clean. If it’s still wet, you’ll have an oily residue on your fingertips.^[9]
   
   
   • While the cutting board is drying, leave it in on your countertop or another safe place where it won’t be disturbed by kids or pets.
4. Reapply non-drying oils when the wood begins to look dry. The frequency with which you’ll need to reapply non-drying oils will vary based on how often you use the cutting board. Most users will need to reapply the finish about once a month. This includes all non-drying oils like mineral oil and wax mixed with oils.^[10]
   
   
   • If you neglect to reapply non-drying finish, your cutting board will dry out and fluids from the foods you cut will penetrate the wood.
   • If you finished the cutting board with a drying oil, you won’t need to reapply the finish.

[Edit]Things You’ll Need

• Finish
• Clean cotton cloth
• Dish soap

[Edit]Tips

• Never apply a lacquer or a varnish to a cutting board. These finishes form a thin film over wood, which will flake off and get in your food when you’re using the cutting board.^[11]
• Film-forming finishes will also quickly break down and allow liquids from the food you’re cutting to penetrate the cutting board.^[12]
• Do not apply food-based cooking oils, like olive, vegetable, or canola oil, to your cutting board. As time passes, these oils will turn rancid in the wood.^[13]

[Edit]References

1. ↑ https://ardec.ca/en/blog/7/how-to-finish-and-maintain-a-wood-cutting-board-or-butcher-block
2. ↑ https://www.woodshopnews.com/columns-blogs/cutting-boards-wood-countertops-and-finishes
3. ↑ https://ardec.ca/en/blog/7/how-to-finish-and-maintain-a-wood-cutting-board-or-butcher-block
4. ↑ https://www.finewoodworking.com/2006/08/01/food-safe-finishes
5. ↑ https://ardec.ca/en/blog/7/how-to-finish-and-maintain-a-wood-cutting-board-or-butcher-block
6. ↑ https://ardec.ca/en/blog/7/how-to-finish-and-maintain-a-wood-cutting-board-or-butcher-block
7. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uUyQIn6tmFQ&feature=youtu.be&t=2m26s
8. ↑ https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-oil-and-maintain-a-wooden-cutting-board-lessons-from-the-kitchn-195642
9. ↑ https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-oil-and-maintain-a-wooden-cutting-board-lessons-from-the-kitchn-195642
10. ↑ https://www.woodshopnews.com/columns-blogs/cutting-boards-wood-countertops-and-finishes
11. ↑ https://ardec.ca/en/blog/7/how-to-finish-and-maintain-a-wood-cutting-board-or-butcher-block
12. ↑ https://ardec.ca/en/blog/7/how-to-finish-and-maintain-a-wood-cutting-board-or-butcher-block
13. ↑ https://www.woodshopnews.com/columns-blogs/cutting-boards-wood-countertops-and-finishes

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How to Make Solid Perfume

Because it's easy to make, solid perfume opens the door to experimentation, creativity, and individuality. Whether you're looking to set yourself apart with a unique scent or you're not so fond of the alcoholic undertones in most liquid perfumes, these instructions will show you how to create an inexpensive alternative.

[Edit]Ingredients

[Edit]Sweet and Subtle Perfume

• of beeswax
• of almond oil, jojoba oil, grapeseed oil, or olive oil
• 10 drops of sandalwood essential oil
• 5 to 10 drops of lavender essential oil

[Edit]Hearty Cologne

• of beeswax
• of almond oil, jojoba oil, grapeseed oil, or olive oil
• 10 drops of frankincense essential oil
• 5 to 10 drops of rosemary essential oil
• 3 to 5 drops of bergamot essential oil

[Edit]Woody and Floral Perfume

• of beeswax
• of almond oil, jojoba oil, grapeseed oil, or olive oil
• 10 drops of jasmine essential oil
• 5 to 10 drops of rose essential oil
• 3 to 5 drops of cedarwood essential oil

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Creating a Scent

1. Mix your essential oils in a small dish to try out your scent. Before you dedicate an entire dish of perfume to one smell, you might want to test it to see if you like it first. Grab a small dish and use it to test out different scent combinations until you find one that you like. You can try different scents and ratios to experiment with your scent.^[1]
   
   • Ramekins are a great size for this, but you can use any small container that you have on-hand.
2. Pick 10 drops of a long-lasting essential oil as a base note. Base notes are slow to evaporate and will be a long-lasting scent in your perfume. You can pick cedarwood, frankincense, ginger, jasmine, or vanilla for this note. Pour in 25 drops of your choice as a base.^[2]
   
   
   • You need the most of your base note so it sticks around on your skin the longest.
   • Pick sandalwood for a sweet and subtle perfume.
   • Try frankincense for a woody scent.
   • Pick jasmine for a floral note.
3. Add 5 to 10 drops of a middle note that is slightly more subtle. Lavender, lemongrass, orange, and rosemary all make great middle notes. These scents won’t last quite as long and help to support the base note.^[3]
   
   
   • Try lavender oil to round out a sweet and subtle perfume.
   • Pick rosemary for a more cologne-like scent.
   • Try rose oil for a floral perfume.
4. Choose 3 to 5 drops of a top note that’s uplifting. Top notes are what you’ll smell first, but they’ll also go away super quickly. Choose from grapefruit, juniper, lime, pine, and tangerine as a short but sweet top note.^[4]
   
   
   • Try bergamot for a citrus scent.
   • Mix in cedarwood essential oil for a woody note.

[Edit]Combining Your Ingredients

1. Put a glass bowl in a saucepan half full of water over medium heat. Grab a large saucepan and fill it up with water from your tap so it’s about half full. Place a glass bowl in the center of the saucepan and turn the stove to medium to create a double boiler.^[5]
   
   
   • If you have a double boiler, you can use that instead.
   • Beeswax doesn’t melt down well in the microwave, and you probably won’t get an even, smooth mixture. The stovetop is your best bet.
2. Pour your beeswax and carrier oil into the glass bowl. Carrier oil is a fragrance-free oil that will thin out the beeswax. Add of beeswax and of your carrier oil to the glass bowl.^[6]
   
   
   • You can use almond oil, jojoba oil, grapeseed oil, or olive oil for your carrier oil.
3. Heat the carrier oil and beeswax mixture for 2 to 3 minutes. The carrier is already a liquid, but beeswax is solid. Heat the mixture for a few minutes until the beeswax melts into a pourable liquid.
   
   
4. Remove the bowl from the heat and stir the mixture. Use oven mitts and carefully take your glass bowl off the sauce pan. Use a wooden stick to combine the wax and the oil together until they look smooth and shiny.^[7]
   
   
   • Your wooden stick will get wax on it, so don’t use anything that you’d like to cook with later on.
5. Stir your chosen essential oils into the hot mixture. Gently pour your essential oil mixture into the wax and oil, then use your wooden stirrer to combine all of your ingredients. Try not to spend too long on this, or the wax could start to harden up.^[8]
   
   
   • The essential oil will probably smell really intense at first, but that’s okay! It will spread out in the wax mixture.
6. Pour the perfume mixture into 3 to 4 small containers with lids. Pick out a few containers that can be sealed with a lid to store your perfume. Carefully pour a small amount into each container, being careful not to spill any of the wax.^[9]
   
   
   
   • You can use empty mint tins as a cute way to store your perfume.
7. Let the wax cool and harden for 1 to 2 hours. Once your mixture hardens, you now have perfume! You can give some of the containers away as a gift or keep them all for yourself to stock up on a great scent.^[10]
   
   • Don’t use your perfume until it’s fully dry, or you could burn yourself.

[Edit]Using and Storing the Perfume

1. Rub a cotton swab or your finger over the perfume. You don’t need to press down very hard to pick up the scent of your perfume. Gently dab your finger or a cotton swab onto the waxy surface until you see a slight indent in the perfume.^[11]
   
   
   • The more perfume you pick up, the stronger the scent will be.
2. Dab the perfume onto your wrists and behind your ears. Perfume smells the best and lasts the longest on your wrists, your neck, and right behind your ears, since you emit more heat from those areas. Gently rub it into your skin for a soothing, pleasant aroma.^[12]
   
   
   • Solid perfume isn’t quite as strong as liquid perfume, so you don’t have to worry about applying too much.
3. Store your sealed perfume in a cool, dry place for 6 to 12 months. Keep a lid on your perfume container whenever you aren’t using it. If you used grapeseed as a carrier, use your perfume within 6 months. If you used olive oil, jojoba oil, or almond oil, you can keep it around for 12 months.^[13]
   
   • Grapeseed oil breaks down faster than other types of oil, which is why it doesn’t stay as fresh.

[Edit]Video

[Edit]Tips

• When you make your own perfume, it’s customizable to what you like. Experiment with different scents to figure out what you’d like to smell like.

[Edit]Warnings

• Always use oven mitts when taking the beeswax off the stove.

[Edit]Things You’ll Need

• Small dish
• Saucepan
• Glass bowl
• Wooden stirrer
• Small containers with lids

[Edit]References

1. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69TXBj0Dnhg&feature=youtu.be&t=38
2. ↑ https://livesimply.me/how-to-make-solid-perfume-essential-oil/
3. ↑ https://abeautifulmess.com/2014/12/make-your-own-solid-perfume.html
4. ↑ https://livesimply.me/how-to-make-solid-perfume-essential-oil/
5. ↑ https://livesimply.me/how-to-make-solid-perfume-essential-oil/
6. ↑ https://abeautifulmess.com/2014/12/make-your-own-solid-perfume.html
7. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69TXBj0Dnhg&feature=youtu.be&t=145
8. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69TXBj0Dnhg&feature=youtu.be&t=149
9. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YT6MjVrurv0&feature=youtu.be&t=182
10. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69TXBj0Dnhg&feature=youtu.be&t=196
11. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LMV9mUbdCaM&feature=youtu.be&t=9
12. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LMV9mUbdCaM&feature=youtu.be&t=16
13. ↑ https://livesimply.me/how-to-make-solid-perfume-essential-oil/

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