Wednesday, April 3, 2013
Men’s summer Fashion Trend 2013

Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Buying & Pricing Gold Coins In Texas
Gold Coins
Buying and selling gold coins is a great hobby that can produce significant rewards. Many people pursue the activity as a business venture, buying and selling gold coins for profit in a retail location or at trade shows. Whether you enjoy collecting coins for the beauty and history, or for financial gain, there are few places that can compare to Texas when buying and selling coins. Texas has always had a wealth of Mexican gold, as well as gold rush era coins, in addition to new gold coins minted in modern times. This makes it an idea place for buyers to find the coin that they desire, and a surplus of buyers makes it an attractive area for those who sell gold coins as well.
Instructions
1. Take the purity of the gold into account. Most gold coins are either 22k extra fine gold, or 24k pure gold. These may also be reflected as the parts per thousand. For example, 24k pure gold is often shows as “.9999”, which means that for every one thousand parts, 9999 of them are gold. Although most gold coins are pure are nearly pure, some can go down to as low as 60 percent gold content, particularly in coins from poorer countries, such as Mexico (which are commons coins in Texas). The higher quality of gold in the coin, the more it is worth.
2. Clarify the weight of the coin your are buying. Most gold coins come in a variety of sizes. These are typically 1 oz., 0.5 oz., 0.25 oz., 0.1 oz. and 0.05 oz. The heavier the coin is, the more gold it contains. The value of the coin is usually in direct relation to both the weight of the gold and the purity of the gold (Step 1), so it is important to know how much the coin weighs. Most coin outlets in Texas have coins available in a variety of sizes to help meet any consumer’s budget.
3. Judge the condition of the coin. Judging the precise condition requires skill and experience, but even a novice coin collector can tell whether or not a coin is in good or rough condition, or if a coin has a glossy mirror finish. The condition and grade of a coin is measured the same whether you are in Texas or anywhere else, and is equally as important anywhere. Because you are buying a collectible item rather than scrap gold, condition is key in determining the value. The better the condition, the higher the price will be. If you are unsure of the condition, you can opt to buy only coins that have been sealed and certified to be a specific condition, such as “Mint Deep Cameo”.
4. Research how rare the coin is. Anywhere that coins are bought and sold, including Texas, one of the considerations to keep in mind when setting the price is how rare the coin is. Newer gold coins are often in large supply and not rare at all. Older coins become more rare, due to some of the supply being lost over time or melted to make other items. The best way to whether or not a coin is rare is to obtain a price guide that gives detailed information about gold coins on the market. There are a number of different guides available, but the most widely used is the price guide published by the American Numismatic Association. A link to their website can be found in the Resources section below.
5. Understand the market conditions. Local market conditions may sometimes cause coins in Texas to be sold for more or less than the suggested price that appears in your price guide. However, the primary market condition to keep in mind is the current wholesale rate of gold. Since gold coins are also considered as bullion, spikes or depressions in the gold market can have a significant effect on their value. Because of this, it is important to have a price guide that is up to date and reflects current market conditions. If coins seem to be higher than what your guide suggests, compare the current spot price of gold to what it was at the time your guide was published.
Buy Gold Coins in Texas
6. Buy coins from your local coin dealer. Every major city in Texas has multiple coin shops, and even rural areas are within driving distance of at least one coin dealer. These shops typically have a large assortment of gold and silver coins to choose from, and are usually the best place to buy coins in terms of getting a price that is reflective of the value of the coin rather than being overpriced. The best way to find these stores is to look up coins or collectibles in the yellow pages of your local telephone book.
7. Go to estate sales to find gold coins in Texas. Estate sales that sell everything on property usually include a decent amount of treasures. Gold jewelry and coins can often be found at estate sales, and are auctioned off for as much as someone is willing to spend on the item. If multiple people are interested in the coins it may spark a bidding war, but you can often buy high quality coins for less than market value at these events. The best way to find estate sales is to monitor the “public notices” section in the classifieds of your local newspaper.
8. Make use of the classified advertising section of your local newspapers. You can monitor the items for sale in the classified advertisements to search for gold coins for sale. These instances will not happen often, but you can find a coin occasionally. You can also post an advertisement in the “Want to Buy” section of the classifieds to announce that you are interested in purchasing gold coins. There are many newspapers in Texas with classified ads. A link has been placed in the “Resources” section below that contains a list of all newspapers in the state.
9. Visit pawnshops in your town. While pawnbrokers in Texas often sell tools and firearms, they also sell gold coins and jewelry. It is usually easy to find modern and semi-rare gold coins in the places, but you can expect to pay top dollar for the coins. Pawnshops typically price their items slightly higher than market value so that they have room to negotiate. They rarely reduce prices to reflect changes in market conditions, so it will be up to you to tell them if they are priced too high. The yellow pages of your telephone book will tell you what pawnshops are in your area.
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Write An Essay Paper On The Metrosexual
An essay on metrosexuals needs to make a clear argument about metrosexuals. It's not a fact sheet, or a newspaper article, that just delivers information. Rather, an essay needs to start with an opinion of yours, then back that opinion up with statements, explanations and examples. The reader should leave the essay with a firm idea of how you feel about metrosexuals. They must also understand precisely why you feel that way. This is what sets essays apart from other pieces of writing.
Instructions
1. Read up on metrosexuals, the definition of the term, other writers' thoughts on metrosexuals, and anything else that interests you. "Metrosexual" is a fairly broad term, and you need to refine your topic.
2. Write an argument about metrosexuals. This should be your opinion -- in order to make the essay interesting to write -- and it should be debatable. So, "metrosexuals are in touch with their feminine side" is not a very good argument, because it's just a fact -- it can be backed up quickly by simply referring to the definition of the word. However, "metrosexual men are changing male culture for the better" is a much more effective argument because it's not necessarily true -- and it needs to be backed-up with logical facts and explanations.
3. Write an outline for your essay. This should be a bullet-pointed list of ideas that will translate into your essay. Each heading should directly address the argument, and each heading should have at least two subheadings, with both an explanation and an example. So, your first heading could be "metrosexual men are making it more acceptable to be less stereotypically 'masculine'," and the subheadings could explain what this means and underscore it with a reference, personal anecdote, or another kind of example.
4. Translate your outline into a rough draft. Each of the headings should be the first sentence of a paragraph, while each subheading should turn into the sentences following it.
5. Edit your draft, then make any necessary rewrites.
6. Turn your final draft in.
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Man Cave Gifts For Him
Gifts for the man cave should mirror the interests of the room's owner.
The Man Cave website defines a "man cave" as a dedicated room in the house (or garage) that the man of the house can consider his sanctuary. He uses the man cave for private time and to entertain his friends. While a man cave is typically decorated to reflect the likes, dislikes and interests of its owner, there are some general man cave items that most men would probably enjoy. Giving those general man cave items as gifts can be a fine way to celebrate a birthday, anniversary or holiday.
Furniture
A recliner might be the perfect gift for the man cave.
The furniture in a man cave typically reflects the tastes and interests of the owner. Adding furniture gifts means using the existing decor theme as a guideline for what to choose. If your budget is unlimited, Man Cave Market suggests ordering custom-made pieces for a reclining chair, movie-seating or pool table. For a smaller budget, consider bar stools with a favorite team logo, a distressed or leather ottoman that stores gadgets and can double as a food table or even a simple shelving unit for DVD storage.
Accessories
A pinball machine is a man cave gift that guys never seem to outgrow.
Whether your gift recipient is a sports lover in general or a die-hard fan of a particular team, sports accessories with team logos or mascots are an easy gift choice. For the economical gift, look for team-logo throw pillows or blankets, a dart board for the wall or poker supplies for poker night. If your budget allows, think bigger accessories like a poker table, foosball table or a small beverage refrigerator for drinks.
Electronics
What's a great man cave without lots of electronics to view and listen to entertainment? For the luxury man cave gift there is always a flat-screen television or new sound system. Surprise the gift recipient with a surround-sound installation for the man cave or new speakers. If price is a limiting factor, some of the man's favorite movies are a more budget-friendly option. Purchase a programmable, universal remote to link all the entertainment electronics or gift a month of free cable or satellite service.
Novelty Gadgets
Unique gadgets can really liven up a guy's man cave and be a great show-off piece for when his friends come over. For the luxury gadget giver, Man Cave Market suggests a voice-activated R2-D2 robot that navigates the room and hallways, plays games and responds to basic commands. For your sports fanatic, give him a Play-By-Play Announcing Scoreboard. For less pricey gadgets there are always new accessories for the cave owner's gaming system or sound-canceling headphones so he can nap in peace.
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Monday, April 1, 2013
Make Your Own Bow Tie
bow tie
Bow ties are worn with formal male attire, such as a tuxedoes. They can be tied or clipped on. They tend to be more convenient than a tie, which can sometimes get in the way of what you're doing. Making your own bow tie will require you to know use a sewing machine and to be very careful in cutting along the pattern.
Instructions
1. Purchase a bow tie pattern. These can be bought at a cloth store that specializes in selling material. Patterns are usually sold in these stores or online (check resources). Also buy up to 2 yards of fabric. Decide what design you would like your bow tie or if you just want a solid color.
2. Use a white cardboard and lay the pattern out on top of it. Use scissors to cut the pattern out on the cardboard and then lay it on top of the fabric. By cutting it out on the cardboard first it will help not to make accidental cuts into the pattern and ruining it. Then cut the fabric tracing around the cardboard pattern.
3. Place the cardboard pattern onto another area of the fabric. Cut the fabric according to the pattern. This will leave you with two bow tie cutouts.
4. Pin the two cutouts of the fabric. Make sure they are matched up and sew them together. Sew no more than 1/4 inch in at the edges. Leave a little opening in order to be able to add some stuffing in the bow tie.
5. Purchase a yard of silk fabric. It will not matter what color it is since it will be going inside the bow tie. Lay the cardboard pattern onto the silk fabric and pin it together. Then cut the silk to make it the same pattern as the bow tie. After cutting, place the material inside the bow tie. In order to do this, lay the silk flat and feed it into the bow tie using a long thin object, such as a pencil or utensil handle. Sew the opening of the bow tie. Then tie it to make the bow tie.
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Suggestions For Men'S Wardrobe For A Photo Shoot
For male actors and fathers, finding the right wardrobe for a photo shoot is important.
Finding the right wardrobe to wear for a photo shoot largely depends on what sort of pictures you need taken. For example, actors need headshots and portfolio pictures, while fathers might want a family portrait. No matter what the occasion for the picture, some professional photographers have preferences and tips on what to wear to the shoot.
Purpose of the Photo Shoot
Family photographs require more casual attire than a professional portfolio.
Your wardrobe will change depending on the purpose of the the photo shoot. If your profession requires a professional headshot, portfolio or resume picture, choose clothes that show off your attributes. For example, a tuxedo or three-piece suit are good choices for a fashion or glamour-style portfolio. For a casual or family-style photograph, jeans and a shirt or pullover are appropriate. Many professional photographers recommend bringing along a variety of clothing styles, so you can mix and match.
Pattern and Style of Clothes
Photographers recommend wearing solid colors without patterns.
Photographers recommend wearing solid colors instead of patterns, like polka dots or stripes, for your shoot. When choosing colors to wear for the shoot, don't select black or white, since they can cause problems for the camera. White can wash out your image, and black can swallow up color and make you appear sallow. Instead, wear colors close to your natural skin tone, or a color that accentuates your natural coloring. Avoid bright colors like orange, reds or yellows, and clothing with logos -- you don't want the clothes to take center stage instead of you. Choose a shirt with an interesting collar, and perhaps some texture to give the picture an eye-catching look.
Family and Group Shoots
Family or group pictures should have uniform outfits.
If you're a father having a picture taken with your family, or part of a group shoot, choose an outfit that complements the rest of the family or group. Choose one person in the family or group and base the family or group's look on her outfit. Coordinating clothing creates a uniform look for the picture.
Accessories
Keep accessories simple and elegant, not bulky or garish.
Keep your accessories to a minimum. While necklaces, rings and watches can look great, you don't want to overdo it with bulky pieces. Simple and elegant jewelry enhances your look without distracting the eye. (See Resources.)
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