FEEL SAFE GUN TRAINING NEWSLETTER 10/18/13

FEEL SAFE GUN TRAINING NEWSLETTER 10/18/13

Posted on Friday, October 18, 2013 7:20 PM

Hunting Season is upon us.  Hunting is a great sport and should be fun and safe.  Taking a few moments to make sure you are properly prepared before going on that trip can make all the difference.  Here are some great tips from a piece written by Tom Hudson on Thursday, October 17, 2013 ·It's called Hunters Be Safe. Always tell someone where you are going and when to expect you home. Carry a waterproof fire making kit with you.  Buy one or make your own. Have a map of the area you will be in. Carry a GPS or compass to go with your map. Stay dry at all costs.  Carry foul-weather gear. Watch the forecast, but plan for the opposite as well.  You know weathermen! Carry your cell phone in a waterproof container (a zip lock bag works great) Don’t hunt alone if you can help it. Treat every firearm as if it were loaded—even if you know it isn’t. Don’t drink and hunt at the same time—keep the beer drinking at camp and only when guns are put away for the day. If you are hunting waterfowl, don’t overload your boat. If you are using a boat wear your life jacket. Making your own survival kit is easy.  For a container, get a large pill bottle.  If you don’t have one, go to your local pharmacy and ask. They are usually cool about giving them out.  In the lid, tape or glue a piece of sandpaper.  Buy strike-anywhere matches, not safety matches.  Strike-anywhere matches have the white tip.  You could also buy a lighter that is windproof.  Stuff the bottom of the pill bottle with cotton balls that have been prepped (see recipe at the end). Hunting is supposed to be fun.  The best part is the experience of being in nature, enjoying the freedoms that we have in this country.  Being prepared adds to the fun.  We want to hear about the 6 point buck that got away or the elk that was as big as an elephant, but we can’t hear these tall tales if you are lying dead in a field or valley somewhere because you weren’t prepared. Fire Starter Cotton Balls Do this when your wife is gone—and clean up when you’re done. 1 Bag of cotton balls Petroleum Jelly Paraffin Wax Melt the petroleum jelly.  Dip each cotton ball separately into the jelly.  Roll the cotton ball into a small ball.  When you’re done with all of them, put them into the freezer for 15 minutes.  While they are in the freezer, melt the paraffin wax over a double boiler.  Take the cotton balls out and dip them into the melted wax, just long enough to cover the ball with wax.  This wax provides a waterproof shell.  The jelly is oil based and helps the cotton burn longer.

How to Maintain Faux Leather

Edited by Carolyn Barratt, Genius_knight, Maluniu

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Faux leather is a less expensive, more durable synthetic alternative to real leather. It is used to create furniture, clothing, car upholstery, handbags, belts and more. Faux leather is often referred to as pleather, micro-suede, vinyl and vegan leather. The word "Pleather" denotes that fact that it is "plastic" leather, usually made with PVC (vinyl) or polyurethane. Vinyl, polyurethane and micro-suede leathers have separate care and cleaning instructions. Look at the tag, box or manufacturer in order to determine what type of faux leather you own. This article will tell you how to maintain faux leather.

Steps

Maintaining Polyurethane Leather

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   Dust polyurethane leather weekly with a microfiber cloth. A thick, woven microfiber cloth should attract dust and remove build up.
   
   
   
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   Make a soap and warm water solution using a mild liquid detergent. Wipe the fabric gently with a non-abrasive sponge, until all the visible dirt is removed.
   
   
   
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   Remove tough stains by spraying with an alcohol-based all-purpose cleaner, like Formula 409. It will have a better chance of removing stains other than food and dirt.
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   Rinse the faux leather thoroughly using warm water and a clean, non-soapy sponge. Make sure to get in the crevices of furniture or embossed faux leather so that soap suds or dirt do not get lodged in small cracks or folds.
   
   
   
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   Wipe the surface dry with a lint-free towel.
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   Soak up stains immediately with a dry cloth. Polyurethane faux leather is water resistant, but it is also a breathable material. Stains can get stuck in the material's pores.
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   Remove stains, such as ink, lacquer, pencil and crayon with rubbing alcohol, also known as isopropyl alcohol. Dampen a cloth with the alcohol and rub the stain. It may take a few minutes of rubbing to remove the stain.
   
   
   
   • Use rubbing alcohol sparingly, especially on dark colors. Repeated cleaning with alcohol can permanently lighten the area.
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   Take polyurethane leather clothing to the dry cleaner for serious stains. Dry cleaning detergents work well on this fabric because of its breathability.
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   Remove smells from polyurethane leather by air drying. Most smells will dissipate with time. Wrap the leather in newspaper and let it sit for 2 to 3 days, if the smell persists.
   • If the smell persists, mix a spray bottle with 2 parts warm water and 1 part distilled white vinegar. Spray an area of the leather and then wipe with a soft cloth to work it into the fabric. Allow it to air dry when you have sprayed and wiped all areas of the item.

Maintaining Vinyl (PVC) Leather

1. 1
   Dust vinyl weekly with a microfiber cloth.
   
   
   
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   Mix a warm water and liquid detergent solution. Scrub the surface and the back of the vinyl with a sponge until all visible dirt is removed.
   
   
   
   • Vinyl leather is usually created by putting a PVC layer over a flexible cotton-poly fabric backing. Both sides should be cleaned on garments.
     
     
     
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   Rinse the surface with water. You can spray the water directly onto the vinyl. It is not porous and is very water resistant.
   
   
   
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   Allow the vinyl to drip dry, outside if possible. If you are cleaning a vinyl leather garment, turn it inside out and allow the cotton-poly fabric backing to dry first. After that side dries, turn it right-side out and allow the vinyl to dry.
   
   
   
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   Remove stains using an alcohol-based material, such as rubbing alcohol or hair spray. Wet a cloth with the alcohol and rub until the stain is removed. Rewet it often for stubborn stains.
   
   
   
   • Rinse the area with water thoroughly after you remove the stain. This will remove the leftover alcohol.
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   Polish vinyl leather with a silicone-based spray, such as Armor-all. These sprays are available at car stores, because they are often used to polish PVC upholstery in vehicles.
   
   
   
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   Store vinyl leather separately from other clothing, especially cotton. As it breaks down, it releases ethylene gases that bond to natural fibers over time. Store it in a plastic bag when you are not wearing it.
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   Never use dry-cleaning solutions on vinyl faux leather. The material will become stiff and uncomfortable.

Maintaining Micro-suede.

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   Vacuum micro-suede weekly to remove dust, lint, pet hair and dirt. Small particles can become embedded in the napped fabric, and cause premature wear and tear. Pay extra attention to seams, where dirt often gathers.
   • Micro-suede is created to mimic the nap, or raised surface, of natural suede. It is not waterproof like PVC and must be treated carefully to maintain it.
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   Keep micro-suede out of direct sunlight. Micro-suede dyes fade very easily. This is especially important for micro-suede furniture and clothing.
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   Mop up stains quickly with a lint-free cloth. Micro-suede is water-resistant, so the sooner you can mop up liquid, the less likely it is to sink in and stain.
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   Spot-clean stains immediately with a small amount of warm water and liquid dish detergent. Dish detergents are formulated to remove grease and water-based stains. Wet a cloth with the solution and rub it on the stain until it comes out.
   • Use as little water as possible when cleaning micro-suede. The water can sink into the lining or pads after prolonged wetness.
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   Rinse the stain with water. Blow dry it on a cool setting to prevent a water-ring from forming.
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   Brush micro-suede purses lightly with a nylon brush after cleaning. This should return the nap to the surface. You may need to clean a faux-suede purse with upholstering cleaner every few months, since it is prone to staining and damage from the elements.
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   Clean micro-suede every year with a professional upholstery cleaner. You can find a spray on the Internet, supermarket or cleaning outlet. Look for an indication that it is safe for micro-suede before using.

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How To Clean Split Leather

By Kitty Cruiser, eHow Contributor

Leather is made from the hides of animals such as cows and deer.

Created with the lower layers of hide, split leather is cheaper and more fragile than other types of leather. Generally used to create bi-cast leather or suede, split leather can have the look of full-grain leather or suede. Even though split leather is a less expensive option, you can still damage it with improper cleaning. Does this Spark an idea?

Read more: How to Clean Split Leather | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_8187084_clean-split-leather.html#ixzz1xxpGwqW4 

Instructions

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     Dampen a lint-free cloth with cool water and wipe the split leather clean. Start from the top of the leather and wipe -- do not rub -- while moving downward. Refrain from saturating it; then let everything air-dry. Buff it with a lint-free cloth dampened with leather cleaner and conditioner.
   • 2
     Clean split leather that resembles suede with an approved suede cleaner and brush. Dampen a clean cloth with the suede cleaner and blot the stains. Brush the cleaner into the split leather with the suede brush. Brush with the nap, and repeat the process, until you have removed the spots and stains.
   • 3
     Keep all split leather away from direct heat and direct sunlight. Do not dry clean leather or use all-purpose cleaners. Store all types of leather in a cool, dry location that has low humidity.

Read more: How to Clean Split Leather | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_8187084_clean-split-leather.html#ixzz1xxpjRtcp

Instructions Resetting a Cup-Set Rhinestone on your Purse

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     Extract the rhinestone from the setting to which it is glued. Work carefully, using a tool such as a knife blade, a dental pick or a toothpick, making sure to not scratch the setting in the process. Keep your thumb over the rhinestone so you do not lose it when it comes loose. However, you will probably not be able to reuse a stone that was secured with glue.
   • 2
     Make sure that the setting is glue-free. Using a cotton swab, apply acetone nail-polish remover to the setting to remove any remaining glue.
   • 3
     Find a correctly sized stone for the setting by placing different rhinestones in the setting until you find one that fits snugly.
   • 4
     Apply jewelry glue in the setting cup, but not so much that it will overflow when you set the stone. If you add too much glue, remove the excess before adding the stone.
   • 5
     Place the stone in the setting with stone-setting tweezers to help you set the rhinestone straight. If you do not have these tweezers, which are especially long and pointed, use a piece of Scotch tape. Place the tape on the flat side of the stone and lower the stone into place. When the glue is completely dry, slowly peel the tape away.

Read more: How to Replace Rhinestones in a Setting | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_5924317_replace-rhinestones-setting.html#ixzz1uMzKhKVB