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How to Apologize to a Cat
Oh no! You've done something to deeply offend your cat, and now it won't even let you come near it. Fortunately, it is possible to earn a cat's forgiveness. This article will show you not only how to apologize to your cat, but it will also show you how to...
How to Prepare a Paper Presentation
A paper is bad enough, but presentations are even more nerve-wracking. You've got the writing down, but how do you turn it into a dynamic, informative, enjoyable presentation? Why, here's how!
How to Flavor Popcorn
Seasoning popcorn is a great way to take it to the next level. While you can always stick with the classic salt-and-butter combo, there are many other flavorful combinations that you can try. The key to getting the seasoning to stick to the popcorn is to...
How to Maintain Linens
Linen is a textile made from the flax plant. Modern linen is often combined with hemp or cotton fibers in a weave. The term linen can also describe kitchen, bath and bed textiles. These textiles may not contain much or any linen, because modern linen is n...
Everything You Need to Know to Safely Begin a Fast
Fasting is a method in which people eliminate all foods and drinks from their diet for a specific period. People fast to clean their digestive systems, to lose weight and, in some cases, for spiritual or religious purposes. There are steps you can take to...
How to Stain Furniture
Stain makes your wood furniture both more beautiful and more durable. It is also a cheap way to liven up old or worn furniture, bringing back it's vibrancy and value. Furthermore, staining furniture is easy enough for almost anyone to accomplish all by th...
How to Submit a New Movie Title to IMDb
The Internet Movie Database (IMDb) is the web's largest and most comprehensive resource for movie information, news and trivia. Whether you helped produce a new film that you're submitting for approval or stumbled across a rare cinematic gem that doesn't...
How to Acquire New Skills
A large part of achieving both personal and professional success is learning new skills. All skills take time to learn, but you can simplify the process by setting goals and breaking the skill up into smaller steps. Practice every day and hold yourself ac...
How to Format a Block Quote
Formatting a block quote may seem daunting, but it’s actually quite easy. How you format the block quote depends on which style you are using: Modern Language Association (MLA), American Psychology Association (APA), or Chicago Manual of Style (Chicago)....
The Best Way to Apply Polyurethane to Wood: Techniques & Tips
Polyurethane is a protective finish applied to wood to guard against wear and other damage. Whether it’s oil-based or water-based, polyurethane comes in a variety of finishes, from glossy to matte. Apply polyurethane by sanding the surface area, applying...
How to Dispose of Batteries
We use batteries to run everything from flashlights to cars. But getting rid of a used-up battery can pose a problem. Because they contain various hazardous materials, including heavy metals and acids, batteries can cause serious environmental harm if not...
How to Become an English Literature Professor
An English literature professor teaches English-language literature and related subjects at a college or university. In most cases, an English professor is also required to publish articles and write books about literature. To become an English Literature...
How to Play Bluff
Bluff is a card game in which players must get rid of all of their cards in order to win. It goes by many names, like I Doubt It, BS, and Cheat, and has just as many variations. If you've always wanted to know how to play Bluff, or haven't even heard of t...
How to Set Dry Hair
There are several ways to style and set dry hair. This can be achieved by using velcro rollers, a hair straightener, a curling iron, hot rollers, and hair products. Using one or multiple setting methods can help you achieve great hair all day long.
How to Enjoy Being Homeschooled
Are you homeschooled, but sometimes wish you weren’t? There are many benefits to being homeschooled, but you may forget about them when you haven’t been in typical school for a while (or have never been). It is easy to enjoy being homeschooled when you ap...
How to Core a Pear
Pears are delicious in everything from desserts to salads, but nobody likes having to spit out pear seeds in the middle of a meal. This tutorial will show you a couple of simple ways to remove a pear's core, whether you want the pear cut in halves or wedg...