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How to Soften Leather
There’s nothing quite like a new leather purse or jacket. But leather fresh from the factory is often stiff and unyielding, which can put a damper on your look and make modeling your new accessories less than comfortable. Fortunately, it’s easy to turn an...
How to Panel Walls with Plywood
Paneling over walls with plywood is an easy way to update a room’s look. Before you can attach plywood panels to a wall, you should figure out how many panels you need and then cut them to the right size. You also have to account for any doors and windows...
How to Make Maple Sugar
Turning maple syrup into maple sugar is simple and easy. All you have to do is heat pure maple syrup to 262 °F (128 °C) and stir it until it forms sugar crystals. Use the deepest pot you have on hand to heat the syrup. Otherwise, it might foam over the po...
How to Make a Clicker for Dog Training
Clickers are great tools for dog training that reinforce good behavior. While you can buy a dog clicker at your local pet store, you can save some money by making your own at home. There are multiple ways to make your own dog clicker using things you can...
How to Treat Kidney Stones in Dogs
If your dog seems to be in pain and isn't acting like itself, then it might be suffering from kidney stones. This uncommon condition can cause your pet a lot of suffering and can create life-threatening infections. Treatment requires both veterinary inter...
How to Enable Flash on Chrome
This wikiHow teaches you how to enable Flash in Google Chrome on on a PC or Mac. Chrome does not support Flash on Androids, iPhones, or iPads.[1] X Research source Support for Adobe Flash ends in December 2020. After that time, it will no l...
How to Answer when Someone Asks How You Are
People ask the question “How are you?” in conversation as a way to greet you and engage with you. Answering this question can be tricky, and you may not be sure the best way to respond. In professional situations at work or with an acquaintance, you can g...
How to Keep High Heels from Slipping
High heels make your legs look longer and make any outfit look amazing. They can be a pain to wear though! Many heel wearers have problems with their shoes slipping off their feet when they walk, but it’s often an easy fix. Learning how to shop for shoes...
How to Cook Quinoa in the Microwave
Quinoa has enjoyed popularity as a super food because it's so nutritious and easy to prepare. You can quickly combine quinoa with water in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave the quinoa until the water is absorbed and you can fluff the quinoa with a fork. Se...
How to Fix a Stuck Toilet Handle
It's frustrating when you push on a toilet handle and it doesn't work. Before you pick up the phone and call a plumber, take a look inside the tank. Most of the time, the problem is a loose flush valve or chain. You can also unscrew the handle to replace...
How to Know when a Dog Is Done Giving Birth
Dogs rarely need human help to give birth. Despite this, you should still recognize when a dog has stopped whelping so that you can care for the dog and puppies. A dog in labor will experience contractions and restlessness. A dog that has finished whelpin...
How to Toast Bread Without a Toaster
Everyone loves warm, toasted bread, but what if you don’t have a toaster to make some? Good news: you don’t need one! You can make toast on the stovetop, in the oven, or even over a campfire if you’re spending a few nights under the stars, no toaster requ...
How to Open Incognito Mode by Default in Google Chrome (Windows)
Browsing the web in Chrome's incognito mode prevents Chrome from saving your browsing history on your computer. Though it's easy to switch to Incognito mode in Google Chrome, you may forget sometimes—thus, compromising your privacy on a shared computer. F...
How to Make Activated Charcoal
Activated charcoal, sometimes called activated carbon, is useful for purifying contaminated water or polluted air. In emergency situations, activated charcoal can be used to remove dangerous toxins and poisons from your body. Before you can activate the c...
How to Wear Boxy Tops
Boxy tops are a chic way to show off your love of fashion without being too revealing. These tops are cut in a box shape at the torso, giving the upper body a square shape that goes great with all kinds of outfits and body types. Learn how to pick the rig...
How to Measure Coffee Beans
Everyone loves a cup of coffee in the morning, but how do you create the perfect cup? Weighing your beans can help you create a cup of coffee that’s just right for you so your brew isn’t too watery or too strong. By measuring the ingredients and adjusting...