How To
How to Sharpen a Razor
Got a disposable razor that’s already starting to dull out after a few uses? Trying to sharpen a straight, eyebrow, or safety razor that just isn’t cutting it? We’ve got your back! There are a few simple and easy ways that you can fix a dull razor blade s...
How to Prevent Hair Loss Due to Hard Water
Have you noticed that you may be losing some of your hair lately? It’s a really crummy feeling, but you’re not alone. If you have hard water, you may have also noticed that whenever you wash your hair, it feels much more dry and brittle. It could be becau...
How to Make a Totem Pole
Totem poles are symbolic or spiritual wood carvings that many Native American tribes use. If you’ve ever seen one of these, then you know what beautiful works of art they are. Carving a real totem pole out of wood takes a lot of skill and you’ll probably...
How to Write a Good, Descriptive Story
Writing is a very popular art. In writing, you can express yourself through different passions, feelings, and expressions. Being descriptive is important in writing. How do you make your writing descriptive? See step 1 to get started.
How to Frame a Dormer
A dormer is a roofed vertical addition, usually with a window, that juts out from a pitched roof. Building a dormer on your roof is a great way to add extra living space to your home by taking advantage of unused loft or attic space. This is especially tr...
How to Cleanse Your Body With Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
There are all kinds of cleanse diets out there that promise a variety of results. This diet helps you to take a few days to concentrate on cutting out unhealthy foods and incorporating lots more fruits and vegetables into your diet. It’s a great way to ga...
How to Replace an RV Toilet Seal
One of the benefits of camping in an RV is the easy access to toilet facilities--no more trudging through cold or wet weather in the dark to use the nearest outhouse. But this convenience also comes with the necessity of regular maintenance and sometimes...
How to Make a Harp
Harps come in all shapes and sizes, but at its core the harp is a simple triangular frame with a series of strings of varying lengths. Making a harp requires a serious investment of time and energy, as well as some specialized tools. Before making a harp,...
How to Prevent Hair Dye from Staining Skin
Purple hair is a great look, but a purple forehead is not! When you’re coloring your hair at home, you can end up with stains on your fingers and hairline for days if you do not take the proper precautions. Though these dye stains are not permanent, it’s...
How to Blanch Beans
Blanching fresh beans is an essential step prior to freezing, but it is also the method professional chefs use to prepare the beans for sauteing, stir frying, or using in salads. Blanching involves boiling the beans for a short time, then rapidly cooling...
How to Wrap a Wrist
Your wrist is vulnerable to conditions that cause pain. Your wrist pain may be from an injury, such as a sudden strain or sprain, from a medical condition, such as arthritis or carpal tunnel syndrome, or from repetitive overuse, such as participating in s...
How to Not Feel Sleepy
Feeling sleepy is an ailment that plagues many people regardless of circumstances. Chronic lethargy and an inability to focus can make everyday activities time-consuming and difficult to enjoy. Rather than suffering with your feelings of drowsiness during...
How to Drill a Bowling Ball
If you've never purchased a brand-new bowling ball before, you might be surprised to learn that new balls often come without holes drilled in them. If you are a serious bowler, it's very important that the hole configuration on your ball fits your hand co...
How to Write a Family History
Writing a family history can be a very special project to undertake. Not only will you find answers to the mystery of your ancestors' lives, but you will also compile a document that your future family members can use for generations to come. But family h...
How to Open a Check Cashing Business
Starting a check-cashing business of your own can be complex, but if you put in the time, it can be a profitably business that helps a lot of people. Not only will it provide jobs in your local area, but it will provide a valuable service to members of th...
How to Set a Thermostat
A thermostat activates your furnace or air conditioner to come on at pre-set times determined by temperature changes in your home or office. Energy experts agree that setting your thermostat to adjust to different temperatures when you're home and away he...