How To
How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Portobello Mushrooms
Portobello mushrooms are the mature form of the Agaricus bisporus fungus that are known for their savory flavor and hearty, meat-like texture. If you want your own supply of tasty portobellos, they’re easy to grow. Just fill a container with compost, spri...
How to Use Glycolic Acid
Glycolic acid is often used for light chemical peels, which can help treat a number of skin conditions including acne and acne scars, large pores, dark spots, and sun damage. While “chemical peel” might sound scary, peeling just means wearing away the ver...
How to Wear a Sports Bra
Wearing the right sports bra will not only keep you comfortable while working out, but it will also prevent the ligaments in your chest from stretching out too much and causing you pain. Whether you're buying a sports bra for the first time or need to rep...
How to Finish College Fast
Whether you’re trying to save money or are just eager to move on to the next step in your professional or academic career, finishing college fast may be an attractive option for you. Minimize your time in college by signing up for a fast track degree, com...
How to Obtain and Invest in Assets: Stocks, Bonds & Commodities
Assets are investments that will earn money over time. Anything that you buy that rises in value can be considered an asset. That said, assets most commonly refer to financial investments in stocks, bonds, or commodities. Each asset has its own risks and...
How to Level Books
Organizing books in your classroom library by reading level can help the kids in your class choose books that are right for them. Nowadays, leveling books is easy thanks to resources like smartphone apps and online databases.
How to Prune Petunias
Pruning petunias is a quick and easy task that helps your flowers stay healthy and vibrant. Keep your petunia plants beautiful by removing wilting or dying blooms. Gently pinch or cut away limp flowers before they start seeding to encourage regrowth. If y...
How to Apply a Fentanyl Patch
Fentanyl patches are a quick and easy - but powerful - way to dispense pain medication. They should only be used by people who have long-term chronic pain and are already prescribed a high dose of opioids.[1] X Research source To apply a Fen...
How to Register a Car in California
If you've recently bought (or been given) a car and live in California, you must first register it with the state and pay all necessary fees before you can legally drive it. When moving from out of state, you're also responsible for registering your out-o...
How to Cook Ginger Root
If you have ginger root lying around your kitchen, there are many ways to use it up. Since ginger works well with a variety of flavors, you can include it in main dishes such as soups, stir fries, or roasts. The ginger flavor also mellows in baked goods l...
How to Cite a Dictionary in APA
Dictionaries can be extremely useful when researching a paper or article, but the rules aren’t always clear when it comes to citing them in APA. Dictionaries are actually cited the same way as encyclopedias or other reference texts. You will need both in-...
How to Remove Burnt Food from a Pot
Is there burnt food stuck to the bottom of your favorite pot or pan? No worries! We’ve got tons of easy ways to use everyday household supplies to restore pots and pans, including the stainless, ceramic, enamel, and nonstick varieties. Here, we’ll teach y...
How to Sew Your Own Jacket
A jacket is an advanced sewing project and it requires a pattern. The pattern will help to ensure that you make the jacket in the size and style that you need. Sewing a jacket also requires some special sewing skills, such as knowing how to read a sewing...
How to Pass a Smog Test
Smog tests are done to reduce the amount of pollution cars add to the air. Check with your local or state government to see if passing this test is required by law.[1] X Expert Source Tom EisenbergAuto Technician Expert Interview. 26 July 20...
How to Store Peeled Potatoes
Potatoes are always a welcome addition to the dinner table, but it can get time-consuming to peel, wash, and slice them every time you want to eat them. Save time putting together future meals by doing your prep work in advance, then place the peeled pota...
How to Remove Varnish
If you’re looking to update an old piece of furniture or refinish a wood floor, you may need to remove the varnish before you can paint, stain, or clean. Varnish tends to be a little stubborn, but this is definitely doable with a little elbow grease! It a...