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How to Decorate a Teen's Room
A bedroom should be an expression of your interests and style. Personalize the space by creating zones based on activities done in the bedroom, such as practicing an instrument or playing video games. Painting the walls or furniture can quickly transform...
How to Care for Hostas
Hostas, or plantain lilies, are the perfect low-maintenance perennials to fill out your summer garden. They thrive in outdoor, shaded areas and can range in size from 2 inches (5.1 cm) to 4 feet (1.2 m) tall, with leaves that range from smooth to wrinkle...
How to Channel Anger With Exercise
Whether someone made you angry, you’re upset with yourself, or you’re just having a bad day, one of the best ways to direct your angry energy in a healthy way is through exercise. That angry energy can build inside of you and working it out is an effectiv...
How to Pluck Facial Hair
If you have unwanted facial hair, plucking offers a cheap and effective way to deal with this problem. In order to make the process of plucking your hairs as pain-free and efficient as possible, there are steps you’ll need to take. First, you’ll want to m...
How to Jive
Jive dancing is a fast and very spirited Latin dance, made popular in the 1940s by young Americans who adopted the movements to fit with the emerging sounds of rock and roll. While there are many more complex movements in jive, some of which incorporate s...
How to Get a Girl to Like You in Fifth Grade
Fifth grade is a little early for long-term romance. However, if you fancy a girl and would like simple dates together, or just to form a really good friendship, here are some ideas to help you encourage a girl to like you enough to want to spend time wit...
How to Apply Amla Oil
Amla oil comes from a fruit known as the Indian gooseberry and is most often used in ayurveda to promote strong, shiny hair and moist, glowing skin. It has even been shown to promote hair growth, treat dandruff, and resolve other skin issues.[1] X Trus...
How to Email Audio Files
This wikiHow teaches you how to send an audio file via email. In cases involving large audio files, you'll first need to upload the file to a cloud service (e.g., Google Drive) and then share it from there.
How to Fix a Leaky Sunroof
Whether it's dripping or gushing water, a sunroof leak can create a mess and damage your car's interior. While you may assume that the rubber seal on your sunroof is damaged and needs repair, oftentimes the culprit isn't the seal at all. Instead, check th...
How to Polish Sterling Silver
Sterling silver is an alloy of the precious metal silver that is white in color and is highly reflective of light. Because silver in its purest form is too soft for use in everyday items, most silver used in jewelry, flatware, tea sets and other household...
How to Make a Balance Beam
Balance beams can be a critical skill to master for gymnasts of any age. They teach younger students agility and balance while still offering a wide range of challenges for even the most accomplished gymnast. Learning how to make a balance beam can allow...
How to Read Crochet Patterns
Once you learn how to crochet, you will need to learn how to read crochet patterns, or guides to crocheting all sorts of items. Some crochet patterns are designed for those beginning to crochet, while other patterns are designed for those who crochet at a...
How to Read a Golf Scorecard
Golf scorecards allow golfers to track their score as well as providing vital information about the course. The total score is based upon strokes and handicaps and compared to the other players to determine a winner. If you are tracking your own progress...
How to Recover Lampshades
If you're looking for ways to update your living space, or just want to update a garage-sale find, consider recovering old lamp shades. Clear a large work space and then remove any decorations from the old shade. Use a pencil, tracing paper, and a yardsti...
How to Read an EKG
An electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG) is a test that records the electrical activity of your heart. This test can help determine the cause of symptoms you might be having or check the overall health of your heart. Reading a basic EKG is not that hard. However...
How to Start a Convenience Store
Starting a convenience store, just like starting any other business, takes money, planning, and time. Convenience stores are in demand all over the world, making them a good business to get into. With the right location, items in stock, and pricing struct...