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How to Open a Boutique
Opening a clothing boutique can be a great investment, as there's always a demand for new styles and great deals on designer clothes. But whether you want an in-person shop or an online boutique, there's more to running a successful boutique than having a...
How to Cross a Toll Bridge Without Money
Crossing a toll booth is always a bit of a bother, but this minor annoyance can become a major source of anxiety if you realize you're fresh out of cash. Rest assured, though, that you're not the first person to encounter this problem, and there's a syst...
How to Get More Friends on Facebook
This wikiHow teaches you how to attract and gain more friends on Facebook. While there is no guaranteed way to attract people to your Facebook profile, there are a few things you can do to make your profile more appealing. You can also use the "Suggested...
How to Make Liquid Castile Soap
Liquid castile soap is a versatile, inexpensive cleaning option that can be made with just a few ingredients. To make liquid castile soap, you can mix and cook your own soap solution at home, or use a slow cooker and boiling water to melt already-made bar...
How to Wrap Silverware
Wrapped silverware looks impressive, and is a great way to give your table that final touch. There are several ways to wrap silverware, and all of them are simple. Once you get the basic process down, you can experiment with variations. Best of all, you c...
How to Make Your Mom Feel Special on Mother's Day
A mother is a gift to cherish. Although the best way to honor your mom is to show her you love her every single day, Mother's Day is the one special day when you can really let her know how much she's loved and appreciated.
How to Use a Grease Gun
A grease gun can be a handy tool for the home mechanic because car parts often need to be greased to reduce friction and increase the life of the part. A grease gun can inject grease into areas that are difficult to reach. Using a grease gun can be easy o...
How to Transfer Money From One Bank to Another
A bank transfer, also called a wire transfer, is a way to send money from one bank account to another anywhere in the world. The advantages of sending a bank transfer are that you do not need to wait for anything to arrive in the mail, there are no cheque...
How to Make Wax
You can make different kinds of wax at home for a variety of purposes! If you want to skip the salon, you can whip up a simple sugar wax for hair removal in about 10 minutes. You can also render beef fat to create another kind of wax, called tallow, which...
How to Wire a Wall Switch
Electric wall switches last a long time. Still, you will want to replace a switch when it wears out, in part, because it presents a fire hazard. Another reason to change out the switch is appearances; you may want to change the size, color, or style of th...
How to Dethatch a Lawn
Managing thatch is an important component of maintaining a healthy lawn. Thatch, which is a woven layer of decay resistant stems, roots, rhizomes, and stolons, may prevent a lawn from receiving the proper nutrients and air. A lawn with a heavy thatch is m...
How to Find Incoming Mail Server
In order to receive mail in an email client like Outlook, Thunderbird or your mobile device’s email app, you’ll need to gather incoming mail server information. This includes the address of the incoming mail server, the port its software runs on, and what...
How to Short Sale Your Home
A home is often the most valuable asset that you can own. However, if you owe the bank more money on your mortgage than the home is worth, it may not seem so valuable anymore. Under the right circumstances, you can conduct a “short sale” to get out of thi...
How to Make Drinks
The next time you invite your friends over for drinks, knock them out of the park with your beverage knowledge. Whether you want to serve some liquor on the rocks, a mixed drink, cocktail, frozen cocktail, or mocktail, wikiHow has the recipes and tips you...
How to Prune Shrubs
Pruning shrubs can help to stimulate new growth and thin out overgrown areas. It is also a good way to remove dead or diseased sections of the shrub. To prune shrubs, start by getting the necessary tools for the job. Prune young shrubs as soon as they are...
How to Submit Damaged Money for Reimbursement
Money might not grow on trees, but, luckily, it can be replaced in the off chance it gets damaged. Even if you have a dollar bill completely torn in half, don’t worry! This article will walk you through the process of filing a request to get your damaged...