How To
How to Make a Rag Quilt
Quilting has once again become a popular hobby, and the easiest way to begin to hone your skills is by learning how to make a rag quilt. Make yours from worn dresses, shirts, trousers or jeans and preserve the memories of where those clothes took you whil...
How to Treat Dog Splinters
If your dog has a splinter, you should be able to safely remove it at home so your furry friend is back on their paws. All you need to remove a splinter are tweezers and something to sanitize them with, like rubbing alcohol. Follow the steps below to lear...
How to Talk to Anyone
Being able to talk to anyone is an excellent skill to have. It can lead you to make new friends or discover a romantic partner. It may even lead to new career or business opportunities. Humans are social creatures by nature, however, conversation does not...
How to Draw Comic Book Action
Drawing action in comics is a pivotal part in creating an engaging story and showing how a story progresses. Action is more than just what's happening on the page, it's also how the page is designed. You can add real action to your comics by designing you...
How to Prep, Prime, and Paint Exterior Stucco
The unique texture and uniform finish of stucco is a popular exterior choice for homeowners and renters, especially in the Southwest because of its dry, desert-like climate. Stucco tends to hold onto moisture and dirt, making your home less vibrant over t...
How to Refill a Zippo, Replace a Wick, and Change a Flint
Like all lighters, Zippos eventually run low on lighter fluid. Luckily, they’re easily refillable—just take the lighter out of its casing, pop open the felt pad at the bottom, and fill her up. Zippo lighters last a lifetime, so knowing how to maintain the...
How to Grow Radishes
Radishes mature incredibly quickly (with some varieties taking only 3 weeks from seed to maturity), and they are very hardy. Their peppery flavor adds a kick to soups and salads, and they take up very little space in the garden. To begin successfully gro...
How to Clean Bakelite
Bakelite is a synthetic plastic resin first produced over a century ago, and used in thousands of applications. Nowadays, Bakelite has been replaced by more modern plastics, and may be the first plastic to achieve vintage status. While tough, Bakelite wil...
How to Replant a Tree
Replanting a tree after you've removed it from the ground may seem like a daunting task. But with proper instruction, novice gardeners can replant most smaller trees. By evaluating the tree's condition and maintaining an intact root ball, you'll be able t...
How to Remove Old Caulking
Getting rid of old caulking is a pretty easy task, although it takes a little time and patience. First, make life easier by taking a few steps that will make the caulk easier to remove. After that, it's simply a matter of stripping it from the surrounding...
How to Remove Tonsil Stones (Tonsilloliths)
Tonsil stones, also known as tonsilloliths, are small, off-white deposits that you can see in the craters of your tonsils. They are usually caused when bits of food get lodged in these craters; bacteria start feeding on them, digesting them until they tur...
How to Deal With a Lying Teenager
Most teens lie to their parent at some point about something.[1] X Research source It usually stems from an increasing desire for freedom and/or an attempt to avoid getting into trouble. However, studies have shown that parents generally hav...
How to Start a Saltwater Aquarium
Taking care of a saltwater aquarium is a fun and fulfilling hobby for anyone who loves marine life! You’ll start by choosing fish and a sturdy tank, then create your own saltwater to your fishes’ specific needs and get them used to their new environment....
How to Build a Snake Cage
If you are interested in owning a reptile such as a snake for a pet, the first thing you'll need is an enclosure to house the animal. You can purchase an enclosure from a pet store, or you can build your own at home. You'll need some basic building skills...
How to Use Minoxidil (Rogaine)
Has your hair seemed thinner in back, and you want to take care of that? Minoxidil may be a possible solution but with several, potentially severe side effects. Rogaine is one of the brand names for the drug minoxidil, which is approved by the U.S. Food a...
How to Get an Architectural License in California
According to the California Architects Board (CAB), the path to getting licensed as an architect “cannot be described by a single set of sequential steps.” Instead, there are many ways to get licensed.[1] X Research source The California Arc...