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How to Soothe Animals
Animals can get very stressed and anxious at times, just like humans! Calming a stressed animal can take on many different forms, and removing the stressor is often a good place to start. You can also work on de-stressing animals in particular situations,...
How to Open DXF Files
Files that use the drawing exchange format, or have the DXF file extension, are a type of vector image document generated by computer-aided design (CAD) software, such as those from Autodesk (AutoCAD and Fusion, for example). Even though these files are c...
How to Stop Recurring Boils
Boils are common afflictions that happen to many people every day. A boil is an infection of the skin that fills with pus. They manifest as red bumps and can be very painful. These issues can reoccur, which can be annoying and uncomfortable.[1] X Exper...
How to Seam Carpet
A poorly seamed carpet can look sloppy, and if you do not cut and join the edges properly, the carpet can even begin to unravel with wear. After you position the seam, you'll have to choose between seaming the carpet with quick adhesive or with a seaming...
How to Be a Physically Strong Girl
If you're that girl in your class that everyone calls weak and horrible at sports, this is the article for you. This article will teach you how to build body strength and become known as a super duper strong girl. All the boys will whimper in fear of yo...
How to Wear and Style Bootcut Jeans
Bootcut jeans can be a versatile addition to your wardrobe, as they look great paired with boots, heels, or stylish flats. This style is tighter on top and looser on the bottom, with a slight flare. To wear bootcut jeans, start by finding the right fit fo...
How to Measure Hand Size
There are several ways to measure hand size, and the specific metric that you need will depend on why you're measuring these hands. Proper glove sizing requires a circumference or length measurement in inches or centimeters. Hand span, or reach, can help...
How to Think Clearly and Logically in Any Situation
Want to become a better thinker and communicator? The ability to think clearly in any situation can help you make better decisions, express your feelings, and get to know yourself. The best part? Anyone can develop this skill. To help you out, we've round...
How to Use Your Locker
A locker is both a useful space for storing valuables and a personal space in which you can express yourself. To get the most effective use out of your locker, you need to keep it organized and clean. After getting permission from your school or the staff...
How to Tell the Difference Between a Wrist Sprain and a Wrist Fracture
A wrist sprain occurs when ligaments in the wrist become stretched too far and tear (partially or entirely). In contrast, a wrist fracture occurs when one of the bones in the wrist breaks. Sometimes it can be difficult to tell the difference between a wri...
How to Hang Pictures on Plaster Walls
Plaster walls have a tendency to crack and crumble if you attempt to hammer a nail directly into the wall. Adhesive picture hooks are the best way to prevent damage when hanging a picture, but pre-drilling the hole will usually prevent cracks and chips fr...
How to Straighten Toes
Toes can become crooked when they are subjected to chronic pressure and stress, which is a common outcome of wearing narrow-toed, high-heel shoes. Ligaments and tendons surrounding the joints get warped, causing toes to become misaligned and inflamed. The...
How to Draw Funny Cartoon Faces
Drawing cartoon funny faces is not at all difficult compared to other drawing styles. One just needs to practice and experiment with different shapes and combinations. This article will be showing you how to draw funny cartoon faces of different types wi...
How to Get Rid of a Sinus Infection Without Antibiotics
Sinusitis is an inflammation of paranasal sinuses most commonly due to an infection, underlying allergy or various autoimmune processes. The sinuses are small cavities in the skull that are normally filled with air. Sinusitis is an inflammation of the tis...
How to Tunisian Crochet
Tunisian crochet creates a tight patch of woven yarn. It helps if you already have a moderate level of comfort with standard crochet before embarking on this technique, but extensive crochet knowledge is not necessary. The most important thing to learn is...
Step-by-Step Instructions for Dyeing Jeans Black
A comfortable pair of jeans is a terrible thing to waste. Luckily, if you have jeans that have lost their luster, you can make them look brand-new again by dyeing them black. In this article, we’ll teach you everything you need to know about how to dye je...