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How to Make a Papier Mâché Vase
A papier mâché vase can be a fun rainy day craft or a unique gift idea for someone special. While papier mâché is somewhat time consuming because of the drying times involved, the process is quite easy. You will need some basic craft materials and then yo...
How to Fix a Car That Doesn't Start
If you find that your car won’t start, there are a number of issues that may be the culprit. The three primary categories that you should address first are the starter and battery, fuel delivery, and ignition. Chances are that if your vehicle won’t star...
How to Care for Sea Monkeys
Sea monkeys are not actually monkeys and they do not live in the sea. In fact, sea monkeys are a hybrid breed of brine shrimp created in the 1950s that soon became popular as easy to care for pets and an easy, nutritious live food for fish. [1] X Resea...
How to Powder Coat
Powder coating is a process of coating metal with a plastic finish applied in powder form and baked to a fluid state to bond it to the metal surface. Powder coating has many advantages over traditional liquid coating: It's better for the environment, appl...
How to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day
St. Patrick's Day is a cultural and religious holiday celebrated on the 17th of March, and named in honor of the patron saint of Ireland. The festival commemorates the arrival of Christianity in Ireland, as well as celebrating Irish heritage and culture....
How to Write an Emo Poem
When you think emo, you probably think of music and fashion, but you can also find emo poetry! If you want to write your own emo poem, start by brainstorming about your topic so you can identify the theme or emotion you want to explore. Then, create a dra...
How to Travel to Canada with a Felony Charge
Traveling can be a stressful experience. The customs requirements, banned items that cannot be taken across borders, and the fine print you neglected to read before starting your trip may cause delays and frustration when you finally reach your destinatio...
How to Use Font Color Tags in HTML
This wikiHow teaches you how to change font color in your HTML document. While the HTML font tag is obsolete in HTML5, you can use CSS to add color to your HTML page's text. If you're working with an older version of HTML, you can use the HTML font color...
How to Run Your Desktop off DC Power
This wikiHow teaches you how to use a battery rather than a wall outlet to power your desktop computer. DC stands for "Direct Current", which is the kind of power produced by 12 volt batteries. In order to use such a battery with your desktop, you'll eith...
How to Avoid Plagiarism
Plagiarism can range from copying someone else's words directly to referencing or paraphrasing someone's work, ideas, or analysis without giving them credit. Plagiarism can even be unintentional if you reference someone's work but forget to credit them. T...
How to Provide First Aid for a Broken Bone
A broken bone, or fracture, is a significant and traumatic injury that requires medical attention. However, getting timely first aid from trained health professionals is not always possible — some situations may delay medical care for many hours or days....
How to Bleach Your Hair Platinum Blonde
Right now you may be a raven black brunette, but you may wish to be a newborn chic blonde. There are lots of products available on the market to help you get your desired blonde hues. Following manufacturer directions for each of the products you choose i...
How to Write Song Lyrics
There’s something magical about good song lyrics. They’re relatable, or poignant, or they just really make you feel a certain way. We all know great lyrics when we hear them, but what exactly makes them so great? How do you write your own song lyrics that...
How to Build a Balance Board
Balance boards are becoming a popular way to build core strength and balancing skills. By trying to stand on an unstable surface, you exercise the parts of your body and your brain that control balance. If you want one but don't have $100 to spend, simply...
How to Start a Trend
Setting trends can be difficult. A brand new trend has to be very unique and interesting, and will only catch on if others see it and like it. Setting a trend involves taking risks and being unconventional, but it’s rewarding to see others appreciating an...
How to Give Yourself a Pedicure Using Salon Techniques
Pedicures are a relaxing and rejuvenating way to keep your feet in great shape. While countless salons offer this service, you can save money by giving yourself a pedicure at home. Once you’ve exfoliated away any rough skin and cleaned off the surface of...