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A "smoke bubble" is a bubble filled with smoke or a vaporized equivalent. They are traditionally made with tobacco smoke, but recently they’re made with white steam, or fog based liquids. Some science classrooms use this experiment to demonstrate a physic...

If you've forgotten your old PlayStation 2's parental control password, or you bought it from a garage sale and can't watch any movies, you may be scratching your head about what to do next. Thankfully, changing the parental control password, or disabling...

Observing animals in the wild can be a great experience, but an encounter with a wild animal can turn dangerous quickly. Many wild animals in the forest will attack humans if provoked. The best way to avoid an attack from a forest animal is to leave them...

You want to keep your beers cold, but you don't have a fridge! Your approach will vary depending on whether you're outdoors or indoors; you'll need to work with what you have available. In general, there are three low-tech options: cool your beer with col...

Made from one bath and one hand towel, "Fido" is quite well house trained and will give your guests a warm and fuzzy welcome. Cruise lines and B&B Motels use these to make their guest's stay memorable.

Dandruff, those annoying little white flakes that build up in your hair, can be an embarrassing nuisance. Luckily, it’s usually possible to get rid of it using over-the-counter dandruff shampoos. If you’re concerned about the ingredients that might be in...

Covering a book with paper protects the hardcover from wear and tear. If you just don't like to use plastic wrap or fabric covers to cover your books, then a paper bag is a great alternative, and is also environmentally friendly. Using a brown paper bag a...

Tired of the usual measly haul of candy? If you'd like to boost your candy stash for the coming weeks, getting lots of candy at Halloween is a fun solution. It's also a cinch with these tried and true candy hogging techniques. Get started at step number o...

If you're new to Linux, Ubuntu is a great choice. After all, it comes pre-installed with so much useful software, including Firefox, GIMP, and LibreOffice. But what if you need to install other apps? Fortunately, installing programs is super easy in Ubunt...

If you recently cut down a tree in your yard, you have several options for getting rid of the unsightly stump. You can dig it up by hand, grind it, burn it, or use a chemical stump remover. Choose the method that works best for the root system you're deal...

The prom dress of your dreams can cost a lot more than you are willing to pay. But with the some patience, a small amount of money for basic supplies and a little sewing experience, you can create the dress of your dreams for a fraction of the price. Here...

Your water heater takes cold water from the supply line and provides hot water throughout your home. When you start noticing that your water heater doesn't provide enough hot water, you may need to check the heating elements or replace the thermostat. If...

Gunpowder, also called black powder, is a simple mixture of saltpeter, sulfur, and charcoal. The trickiest part of making black powder is sourcing these three supplies. Once you find them, you mix them together and create an explosive black meal. Be extre...

A fake rock can look just as good as the real deal! Whether you want artificial rocks for landscaping, stage productions, or as decor pieces, this is a fun and easy project. Use either a cardboard box or polystyrene foam to make the frame of your rock. Th...

Taking a dive into the world of chemical equations? These problems can seem tricky at a glance, but they’re easy to figure out once you learn the basic steps and rules to balancing them. Not to worry; we’ll walk you through exactly how to figure out just...

Do you want to create the ultimate fortress outdoors? Need a hideout? Want to know exactly how to build one like a master? Outdoor forts can be tons of fun to make, if you take a bit of time to build it up and use plenty of materials from nature.