How To
How to Make Homemade Cat Repellent
Whether you're a cat lover or not, it's always frustrating when cats mess around where they shouldn't. It may be your garden beds, your favorite house plant, or your living room couch, but if a pesky cat is scratching up or urinating in spots where you do...
How to Care for Swimwear
Many people do not realize swimwear benefits from specialized treatment. Furthermore, it’s common for people to overlook or simply disregard the washing and care instructions found on the inside tags. This almost always leads to the wearer’s disappointmen...
How to Develop a Marketing Strategy
Your marketing strategy should start with a customer problem. A successful product or service solves a problem for the customer. Perform market research to find out what your potential customers want. Use that research to determine how to position the pro...
How to Romance a Girl
Some guys get lost when it comes to figuring out how to woo that special girl. But in the end, it's not too hard to make the first move and charm her into that "romance trance." All it takes is a little charm, the proper preparation, and the right amount...
How to Create a Table in MySQL
Tables make up the structure of your MySQL databases. Tables contain the information that is entered into the database, and can be created to suit basically any data storage need. Creating a table only takes a few minutes, especially if you only have a fe...
How to Practice Guitar
Practice makes permanent. When you start practicing your guitar, you're going to build habits and skills that'll stick with you throughout your time as a guitar player. If you start out with the correct habits and practice routines, you'll be well on your...
How to Make Friends With a Stray Cat
Stray cats are used to fending for themselves without human care or attention. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t befriend one. With patience, you can encourage a stray to trust you. Start by offering food and letting the cat get used to your presence,...
How to Remove Hem Marks
Old hemlines can leave an unsightly crease on your clothes, but that's nothing an iron and a borax solution can't handle. Use a stitch remover to take out the seam first so the hem marks are as small as possible. With a little heat and pressure, you can g...
How to Make Your Own Book
Making a book of your very own. This is a common dream shared by people from all walks of life. It doesn't matter whether you're an accomplished author or a new parent wanting something original to read to their child. Putting together a book-- even a sma...
How to Calculate Molar Absorptivity
Molar absorptivity, also known as the molar extinction coefficient, is a measure of how well a chemical species absorbs a given wavelength of light. It allows you to make comparisons about the probability of electrons transition between levels for differe...
How to Ripen an Unripe Pineapple
Almost all the pineapple's sweetness shows up in a few days of rapid ripening on the plant. Once picked, the fruit will not become sweeter. On the other hand, these oddballs of the fruit world can sometimes reach ripeness even when the skin is completely...
How to Install a Steam Shower
A steam shower is a luxurious addition to any bathroom, but you might be surprised to learn that you can actually do much of the installation yourself. Our how-to guide will walk you through everything from prepping the space to finishing the walls around...
How to Convert Improper Fractions Into Mixed Numbers
In math, improper fractions are fractions where the numerator (the top half) is a number that is bigger than or equal to the denominator (the bottom half). To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number (which is made from a fraction and a whole number...
How to Breathe Correctly While Bench Pressing
Breathing correctly is one of the most overlooked factors while exercising. During the bench press, having the correct breathing technique will create a solid, tight body which can effectively support weight. As a general guideline, you will breathe in b...
How to Get Your Crush (for Boys and Girls)
Having a crush can drive anyone crazy. It may be difficult to initiate conversation with your crush, but by building confidence and being yourself, you can win them over and start a relationship.
How to Have Fun at Your Friend's House
Going over to your friend’s house is a fun way to pass the time on the weekend or after school. Whether it’s the first time you’ve gone to their house or the 50th time, it’s always a good idea to think about what the two of you can do together. Mix up act...