How To

Instructions for reloading/loading a pistol that uses a magazine. Methods to maximize reliability, and applicability to the widest variety of handguns.

Many people dream of building their own home. With such a huge project, however, it’s hard to know where to even begin. Fortunately, the process doesn’t have to be so daunting if you simply make a list of everything you need to do and the order you need t...

In today's rapidly moving society, even the biggest bibliophiles sometimes have problems finding the time to sit down with a good book. But if you are creative and observant, you'll begin to see how parts of your everyday routine can be used as reading op...

Motivation can give you that extra push to get something done, but it doesn't always come when you need it. If you're struggling to start or complete a task, give yourself some encouragement to keep going. A little bit of pressure can help, so ask a frien...

Whistling may seem simple, but it can take a lot of practice to get the positioning of your tongue just right. And you may be able to get one tone, but how about whistling an entire song? Though there are many different methods out there, the basics can g...

Worried if someone is in your closet before you open it? Afraid of surprises? The following are some basic steps you can use to ensure no surprises when you open the door.

At the end of a long, exhausting day, or on weekend nights when you get home from a party in the wee hours, you may be tempted to skip removing your makeup before you crash into bed. Probably doesn't seem like a big deal, right? Well, it turns out that le...

A snowstorm can bury your car and make it difficult to access, but with the right tools you can clear the snow off quickly. Dress warmly and gather your shovel, broom, and ice scraper before heading out into the cold. Though it may seem like a daunting ta...

Making your own clay dice to play games with is easy and fun for all ages. All you will need is some clay, the ability to bake the dice, and a tool for making the number holes (dots). Follow these easy instructions to make a quick and fun creation.

Top-loading washing machines usually use a part called an agitator (which looks like a large screw or drill bit in the middle of the washing compartment) to "stir" (or, in other words, "agitate") the clothes being washed. If the agitator stops working pro...

If you’re celebrating a holiday or you just want to make someone feel special, breakfast in bed is a great way to do it. While the standard breakfast-in-bed fare is pretty straightforward—you make breakfast and put it on a tray or table so that the person...

If you enjoy snowboarding, then you likely want to learn some tricks and jumps! A frontside 360 is when you leave the slope and rotate in the air 360 degrees before hitting the ground again. The "frontside" part of the jump refers to the fact that you tur...

Renaissance faires are a fun way to transport yourself back in time to the Renaissance, a period in European history famous for a “rebirth” of art, science, and entertainment. Many Renaissance faire attendees enjoy immersing themselves fully in this past...

Painting is a great way to give a fresh look to a room, whether you’re taking on an extensive remodeling project or you just want to change things up. Even better, it’s a relatively inexpensive project that you can take on yourself, even if you’ve never p...

Field dressing is the process of the skinning game and removing the internal organs to preserve the meat for eating. Rabbits are some of the easiest and quickest small game to field dress, making it an excellent learning experience for beginners and exper...

Life involves making a lot of decisions. In fact, one of the decisions you have to make right now is "Should I finish reading this article or shouldn't I?" So why not learn to make the best decision, or at least a good one every time? While making a dec...