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How to Use Xanthan Gum
Xanthan gum is a powdered thickening agent commonly found in items from salad dressings to cosmetics. If you’re vegan or have an egg allergy, xanthan gum is a great substitute binder in cakes and other baked goods. You can also use it to add a luxurious t...
How to Store Cut Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes are a wonderfully versatile food—they are full of vitamin A, vitamin C, fiber, and potassium, and they can be cooked in a lot of different ways (sweet potato fries, anyone?). Sometimes you might need to cut up your sweet potatoes before the...
How to Fit a Lampshade
Lampshades come in all shapes and sizes and can be paired with the right sized lamp base when fitted well. The right lampshade can provide an accent to your home’s décor. You must know how to measure one to make sure it fits your lamp well. You also need...
How to Celebrate Karthigai Deepam
Karthigai Deepam is a part of the Diwali festival of lights that takes place in Tamil Nadu, India. It takes place on the full moon in the Tamil month of Karthigai, which lasts from November to mid-December. You can celebrate the holiday by decorating your...
How to Keep Glitter from Falling Off
If you’re a glitter lover, chances are you’ve run across crafts and body glitters that are susceptible to flaking off and leaving a glitzy, sparkly trail behind you. Luckily, there are a few different ways you can craft with and wear glitter so that it do...
How to Bring a Weave Back to Life
A quality weave can make every day a good hair day. But, just like regular hair, weaves have to be taken care of, or else you'll end up with a tangled, stringy mess. If yours is already to that point (oops!), you don't necessarily have to completely repla...
How to Find Your Own Art Style
When it comes to your artwork, your style changes and develops as you grow as an artist. To find your own art style, learn the basics of whatever type of art you practice, such as painting, drawing, sculpture, or printmaking. Make lots and lots of artwork...
How to Clean Tarnished Jewelry at Home with Baking Soda
Does your favorite piece of jewelry look dull or tarnished? Before you run to the store and spend money on a special jewelry cleaner, you probably have the best DIY cleaner already at home: just reach for the baking soda! We’ll walk you through how to mix...
How to Freeze and Store Beets
If you find you have too many beets because you had a huge yield in your garden or you went a little overboard purchasing your favorite vegetable at the grocery store or farmer’s market, there’s no need to worry! Beets can easily be frozen and kept up to...
How to Decorate Brownies
Brownies are a delicious dessert that are easy to make and a reliable fan favorite. Although they are great on their own, adding a few decorative touches can make your brownies even more appetizing. Whether you’re baking for a holiday or special occasion,...
How to Melt Peanut Butter
Whether you’re making a smoothie, a batch of fudge or a savory sauce, there is an art and a science to melting your favorite peanut butter. Take your peanut butter from a stick-to-the-roof-of-your-mouth spoonful to a thin, creamy addition to your favorite...
How to Keep a Wood Stove Burning All Night
Wood-burning stoves provide a cost-efficient alternative for heating your home. However, some people find that it’s difficult to keep a fire burning overnight, resulting in smoldering fires that produce no heat. To keep your fire burning overnight, it’s i...
How to Become a Psychology Professor
Becoming a psychology professor takes a lot of hard work, but it's easier to achieve if you just take it step by step. Start by taking psychology classes in high school and then gaining a bachelor's degree. Next, you can work on a master's degree if your...
How to Fillet a Sea Bass
Sea bass is a rich and tasty fish that is popularly used in a variety of cuisines. However, as is the case with many other fish, those who might like to cook sea bass on their own are often intimidated by the prospect of having to fillet the fish themselv...
How to Keep Gnats Away from Your Face
Gnats are an annoying, unwanted aspect of nature. However, if you want to enjoy the great outdoors, you’ll have to find a way to deal with them during the spring and summer. Do this by wearing a hat, putting on sunglasses, or using a natural gnat repellan...
How to Download Emails from Gmail on Android
This wikiHow teaches you how to download a PDF copy of an email from your Gmail mailbox, and save it to your phone or tablet's local storage, using Android.