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Few things are more frustrating for a gamer than a scratched game disc that won’t play right. However, just because a disc is scratched doesn’t mean it’s lost for good! Mild scratches on the bottom of the disc can be fixed with just a few simple DIY trick...

If you've ever had a printer that hasn't been in use for a couple of months that won't seem to print, the reason could be because of a clogged ink cartridge. Unclogging it isn't very complicated, but can get messy so make sure to read the tips and steps '...

Washing with a lemon is a refreshing and effective way to bathe without using soap. It is particularly effective at helping skin recover after swimming in a chlorinated pool. The acidic juice smooths hair cuticles and acts as a mild chemical exfoliant to...

Did you just get a new interesting soon-to-be-your-best-pal pet rock? Or you might be interested in taking care of a pet rock? We'll tell you how to do that! Like how do you properly care for a silent, stone-faced pet rock? How to entertain it? You never...

Nothing says autumn like a delicious glass of fresh apple cider. That crisp, tangy smell is a treat all its own, and aside from brilliant fall foliage, is one of the best treats of the season! But what if it's the dead of winter, and you have a desire for...

Writing a book review is not just about summarizing; it's also an opportunity for you to present a critical discussion of the book so others get an idea of what to expect. Whether you’re writing a review as an assignment or as a publication opportunity, y...

Writing letters to the editor is a great way to engage with a topic you're passionate about and to influence public opinion. Although having your letter selected is never easy, you can greatly improve your chances of catching an editor's eye by following...

Making clothes appear vintage and worn is an ongoing trend that flits in and out of mainstream and indie fashion. Clothing that is made to look vintage and worn can be very expensive. Luckily, it is easy to make your clothing look this way using supplies...

If you’ve used a urinal before, you’ve probably encountered urinal “splashback” where a fine mist of urine (or even large drops) have landed on you or your clothes. It happens all too often, but thankfully, preventing splashback is as easy as standing jus...

Install a switch to control the top outlet of an existing duplex receptacle or "electric outlet". A table lamp plugged into a switched top outlet of a duplex receptacle will allow easy lighting of the room by toggling a wall switch. This is an alternati...

If you’re tired of paying high costs at restaurants for shrimp, you may be able to catch your own with some time and effort, and best yet, not a whole lot of money. You’ll need equipment and supplies such as a casting net or shrimp pot, bait, and knowledg...

Acceptance is a virtue that sets you free. It frees you from pain and from the grip of your own dominance or desire to control. When you feel unable to allow things to be as they are, you might want to change them. Trying to change your attitude towards t...

Making paper beads is a great way to recycle junk mail, newspapers, or magazines. Paper beads are additionally inexpensive, attractive, and can be used in a multitude of projects. To either make beads from pre-designed paper or to design your own using wh...

When you know how to use a dash correctly, it can be a handy piece of punctuation. The problem is that sometimes it is difficult to know exactly when to use an em dash (—) or an en dash (–). Generally speaking, an em dash is used to create emphasis or to...

Wiring an outdoor circuit is not always difficult. Here are some methods to get power from inside your home to an outside appliance or receptacle not fastened to the house (e.g., pole mounted lantern), or to a detached building (e.g., to a shed, detached...

Do you love your Nintendogs? They're great fun and very cute, but also extremely stubborn! To teach them tricks, it takes a lot of hard work and patience, as with a real dog. But it is possible. Read this article and the next time you show someone your do...