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How to Make a Pair of Geta (Wooden Sandals)
Basic Construction: In the world of woodworking projects, geta are about as simple as you can get. They are just three pieces of wood. Japanese-made geta are cut out of a single piece of wood. If you don't mind sacrificing authenticity for simplicity stic...
How to Get a Stubborn Family Member to Look After Themselves
It's hard to watch family members refuse to take care of themselves. You might be dealing with an elderly parent, a sibling struggling with addiction or mental health issues, an ill relative, or some other family member. Finding ways to encourage healthy...
How to Make a Man Believe You're The One
When you have strong feelings for someone, it's easy to believe they're "the one"—and it's only natural that you'd want them to feel the same way. Unfortunately, if someone isn't into you, there's not much you can do to change their mind. In that case, it...
How to Get a Tan
People tend to look great when they have a bit of a tan—it adds a warm glow to the skin, masks blemishes, and helps make colorful clothes stand out. It can be tricky business, getting the right tan—there are UV rays to worry about, awkward orange colors t...
How to Install Custom Fonts on Windows or Mac Computer
Do you need more fonts on your PC or Mac? There are thousands of fonts you can download online in various styles, many of which are free. Whether you want to purchase a font from its creator or download one for free, installing a font in Windows is super...
How to Analyze Adverts for Job Applications
Above all else, if you're going to apply for advertised jobs, don't waste your time applying for positions that aren't suited to you. By applying for the jobs you actually have a chance of getting an interview for, you will reduce the level of rejections...
How to Organize Your Locker
Sometimes, it feels like keeping your locker organized is harder than advanced trigonometry. But it doesn’t have to be that way! If you feel overwhelmed by the state of your locker, start with a clean slate (literally) by taking everything out of your loc...
How to Overcome Short Term Memory Loss
Short-term memory loss might seem scary, but in a lot of cases, you can manage or even overcome it. Help your brain form short-term memories by challenging yourself in new ways, socializing more often, and focusing on the task at hand. Taking better care...
How to Play Bullshit Bingo
Ordinary business meetings and conference calls are usually deadly boring. Bullshit Bingo, originally created in 1993, is a classic office game that can be the answer to this problem.[1] X Research source Assembling a team of trusted coworke...
How to Pick Sunglasses
There are so many options to choose from when it comes time to pick a new pair of sunglasses, which can make the process fun but also a little daunting. Start by picking out the right size and style of frames for your face shape. From there, you can decid...
How to Make a DVD Cover
This wikiHow will teach you how to make your own cover for a DVD. If you're aspiring for something more official-looking than a hand-drawn cover on a cut-out piece of paper, don't worry—we've got you covered. We'll walk you through the whole design proces...
How to Shampoo Your Hair
It's hard to believe, but there is a right and a wrong way to shampoo your hair. Shampooing your hair correctly can leave it feeling and looking healthy and shiny, and this article will show you how!
How to Date a 'Stoner'
With the growing trend of medicinal and recreational marijuana use across the United States,[1] X Trustworthy Source Pew Research Center Nonpartisan thinktank conducting research and providing information on public opinion, demographic trends, and...
How to Understand Soccer Assistant Referee Signals
On the field, the assistant referee's job is simple: assist the referee. Whether by calling an offside or directing a throw-in, the referee relies on the assistant's input. It is just as important to understand the assistant as it is to understand the ref...
How to Play Pool Like a Mathematician
Billiard balls collide with nearly perfect elasticity. This means that the kinetic energy in their motion is almost completely preserved, and very little of it dissipates into heat or other energy sinks. This makes pool and billiards a great sport to anal...
How to Be Funny
Humor can help you connect with other people and make unpleasant situations a little more bearable. Being funny might seem like it takes a lot of work, but it's not that hard once you tap into your inner sense of humor. Even if you don’t think you’re natu...