How to Wear a Breast Cancer Awareness Ribbon

Posted by Anonymous , 9/4/2007 Tags:WearBreastCancerAwarenessRibbon
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How to Wear a Breast Cancer Awareness Ribbon

Introduction

Just by wearing a small, pink ribbon, you are reminding people about breast cancer. Every time someone sees your pink ribbon, you are reminding her to schedule a mammogram, do a self-breast exam or make a donation. You are also telling people you care about the men, women and children affected by this illness. Show your support for breast cancer awareness by wearing your pink awareness ribbon today.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Steps

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Step One

Stitch a breast cancer awareness ribbon onto your coat or jacket so it is always with you. Your local department store or craft store sewing section may have supplies you can use to stitch your ribbon. The breast cancer awareness ribbon can also be found in the form of an appliqu??, which can be sewn or ironed onto clothing in minutes.
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Step Two

Apply your ribbon to your car or truck. by using a magnetic ribbon so when people are driving behind you, they can see it easily. You can also purchase a license plate frame with small breast cancer ribbons displayed.
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Step Three

Wear jewelry with breast cancer awareness ribbon charms or pendants. Many jewelry stores are carrying these items as part of their regular inventory. Watches, earrings, necklaces and rings are all now being made with the breast cancer awareness ribbon.
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Step Four

Purchase your next backpack, tote bag or purse with the breast cancer awareness ribbon imprinted on it. Pins or zipper pulls with the ribbon can also be added to the bags you already own.
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Step Five

Dress your pet in pink by purchasing leashes, collars and pet apparel with the breast cancer awareness ribbon on it. Alternatively, you can add appliqu?? to collars and leashes you already have for your pet.
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Step Six

Ask your employer to have the breast cancer awareness ribbon embroidered on shirts and uniforms next to the company logo to show support. Breast cancer awareness ribbon stickers can also be used to decorate your name tag or name plate.
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Step Seven

Attach a breast cancer awareness ribbon key chain to your keys. This will serve as a reminder of your support each time you use your keys.

Overall Tips & Warnings

  • When purchasing breast cancer awareness items, read the packaging carefully to make sure a portion of the cost is donated to a breast cancer charity.
  • When using the magnetic ribbons on your car or truck, remove them before going though a car wash, as they may fall off.

Overall Things You'll Need

  • Pet collar
  • Magnetic ribbon
  • Key chains
  • Dog leash
  • Zipper pulls
  • Stickers
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