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How to Understand Algebra
Understanding algebra can seem tricky at first. But if you build up a strong basic knowledge of beginner math facts and learn some of the “language” of algebra, you can understand it much more easily. The basic steps for solving algebra problems involve p...
How to Make a Ninja Mask out of a T Shirt
Ninjas are smart, sneaky, and stealthy; who wouldn’t want to be one? Making a ninja mask can seem like a tough ordeal, especially since the classic masks cover your entire face except for your eyes. However, with a few knots and folds you can make a ninja...
How to Match Paint Colors
Whether you need to touch up a scratch on your living room wall or your child wants their bedroom to be the exact same color as their favorite toy, it can be difficult to find a perfect match to an existing paint color. Luckily, there are plenty of tricks...
How to Plan the Perfect Valentine's Day for Your Husband
Celebrate the love you feel for your husband this Valentine's Day by going out of your way to make it just perfect. It doesn't have to be expensive or complicated; rather, a successful Valentine's Day results from thoughtful planning and paying attention...
How to Make Non Alcoholic Blue Curacao
Blue curaçao is a liqueur that’s made with laraha, an orange-like citrus fruit that grows on Curaçao (an island in the Caribbean). This liqueur is used as an ingredient in many alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails and drinks. Making non-alcoholic blue cu...
How to Trace Using Only Tracing Paper and Pencil Lead for Visual Artists
Did you know that tracing paper is regular paper treated to produce a translucent paper? If you're in a pinch though, typing paper could be used in its place. To get the best outcome from your tracing project, follow these suggestions.
How to Tell if He Really Loves You
If your man is more comfortable talking about work, sports, or anything else besides his feelings, you might be frustrated and wondering if he really loves you. The good news is you don’t have to be a mind reader to know if your guy is crazy about you. Al...
How to Get Through Valentine's Day Being Single
Being single doesn't mean that you need to find Valentine's Day a depressing occasion. You can still treat yourself and feel good about where you are in life. This article provides a range of ideas for doing things to participate "in spirit" while keeping...
How to Find Good Friends
Good friends can bring happiness, health, fun, and relaxation into your life—but for many people, finding a great pal can feel a little challenging.[1] X Trustworthy Source HelpGuide Nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free, evidence-bas...
How to Help Save Whales
Whales are facing major obstacles in oceans around the globe. Every day whale populations are affected by climate change, pollution, human-created noise in the ocean, and overfishing. You can help save whales by supporting the efforts of conservation orga...
How to Cure Severely Chapped Hands
Do your hands get so severely chapped in the winter that simply putting lotion on them isn't enough? If, for example, you have a job where you have to wash your hands frequently, or you work outdoors but are unable to wear gloves, your hands may become so...
How to Handle Resentment Against Someone
There are a lot of reasons you might resent someone—they might have hurt you in the past, you might feel like they take advantage of you, or you might feel envious that they have some of the things you want in life. However, holding on to anger and resent...
How to Sell Gold Coins
Financial crises often spur investors to start thinking about gold diversification. Aside from the allure of trading in gold, there is definite money to be made if you can time the drastic ups-and-downs of gold prices. Many are drawn to the security of...
How to Dig Swales
Swales are an excellent technique in rainwater harvesting. They capture surface runoff and send it deep into the aquifer, both nourishing trees and reducing erosion. The berms beneath them make great fertile planting beds. And best of all, swales can b...
How to Make a Zoetrope
A zoetrope works similar to a flip book: if you move many images through a single spot fast enough, it creates the illusion of a single, animated image. Unlike a flip book, though, in which you flip through the pages quickly, a zoetrope rotates the images...
How to Stop Being Bossy
Do people often describe you as overbearing? Does no one want to be your partner in work or school projects because you tend to dominate everything? If you want to stop being bossy, then you have to learn to give up some control and to have faith in the p...