How To
How to Use Measuring Spoons and Cups
Many recipes require measuring cups and spoons so you can include precise amounts of various ingredients. These are quick and easy to use once you know the basic abbreviations, terminology, and techniques. Purchase measuring cups and spoons from a cooking...
How to Diagnose Your Tree Frog's Illness
Tree frogs can be great pets that are generally easy to care for. However, they can develop a variety of illnesses, and it can be a bit of a challenge to figure out exactly what they have. It is a good idea to know the general signs of illness in tree fro...
How to Screw in a Lightbulb
Changing a lightbulb can be difficult if you don’t know what you’re doing. Learning how to read the labels on lightbulbs and being familiar with the terminology goes a long way when replacing a lightbulb. With a little bit of planning and some elbow greas...
How to Bow Politely
Bowing is a traditional way to show respect in many cultures. If you are trying to show respect for the tradition, it is important that you know when to bow and when not to bow. Each culture has its own unique rituals associated with proper bowing, and th...
How to Become a Mechanical Engineer
Mechanical engineers’ skills are in demand in a variety of fields and industries, including medicine, construction, aeronautics, acoustics, and transportation. If a device requires movement, manufacturing, design, testing, or packaging, a mechanical engin...
How to Celebrate Lent
Lent is a Christian tradition that is observed in many denominations. It is the hallowed forty-day period of sacrifice leading up to Jesus' death and Resurrection. During Lent, Orthodox Christians, Catholics and some Protestants prepare for Holy Week by...
How to Communicate With an Angry Person
We encounter many angry people in our daily lives. These are people who may not be able to control their feelings and reactions. Unfortunately, they take out their anger on other people. When someone gets angry, it can be difficult to keep his emotions in...
How to Potty Train a Hamster
Are you struggling to train your little critter so he does not go to the bathroom outside of his cage or all over his cage? With the right steps, you can train your furry friend to go to the bathroom in a designated litter box.
How to Publish a Children's Book
Book publishing in general has changed very significantly in the last few years. Children's books are no exception to this. If you've written a children's book, you're probably eager to get it published. The following article provides step-by-step advice...
How to Tell a Boy You Aren't Interested in a Relationship
If a guy likes you and you don't feel the same way, it can be an awkward situation. Oftentimes, people do not pick up on subtle hints you're not interested. Therefore, you will have to tell the boy you don't like him directly. After the conversation, be c...
How to Get a Valentine
The key ingredient to having a great Valentine's Day is to find your perfect Valentine. Sprucing yourself up will get you ready to ask your date out for the big holiday. After you are looking nice, you just have to pick the right time to ask your date o...
How to Start a Fire With Just a Magnifying Glass
Creating fire with a magnifying glass is a fun science experiment and also a handy survival skill. It’s easy, too—just use the magnifying glass to concentrate the sun’s heat onto some tinder, like newspaper, which will soon spark a fire. We’ll show you ho...
How to Dry Clothes Outside
If you’d like to reduce your energy use or costs, drying your clothes outside rather than in the dryer is a great way to do so. Sunlight is a natural sanitizing and bleaching agent, and line drying keeps your clothes in better condition than drying them i...
How to Dress for Work
Whether it's fair or not, the way you're dressed at work is sometimes used to gauge your level of competence or how seriously you take your career. Fortunately, following a few guidelines as you dress for work each day will help ensure you always look sha...
How to Get Soft Hands
Cold temperatures and frequent use can have your soft skin looking like the Grand Canyon in the middle of winter -- though, your hands can get rough in any season. To get soft hands regardless of the time of year, you'll need to treat existing dryness wit...
How to Enhance Your Hair Color Using Tea
While dyeing your hair different colors can be fun, the chemicals in regular hair dye can be very drying and damaging to your hair. Instead, try enhancing the colors in your hair using different kinds of tea. This is a gentle, inexpensive way to give your...