I am mad at Art Buchanan

I attempted to restore my grips exactly as described by Mr. Buchanan in grip restoration article in general information. I followed it to a "tee" and now my grips will not go back on to my Luger, they somehow expanded. I let them sit out for 4 days to dry to no avail. My poor Luger is naked. I am not really mad at Mr. Buchanan, I just wanted to get his attention and anyone else's attention who could possibly help me. Should I let them sit out longer, should I put them in the oven at a VERY low setting, or should I hire a voodoo witch doctor to shrink them down for me? Somebody PLEASE help before I book a flight to Haiti. Phil