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Best Ways to Remove Oil and Grease Stains from Your Driveway
You take pride in how your home looks from the outside, which means that those oil stains on your driveway have got to go. Fortunately, with the right products and a bit of elbow grease, you can remove grease and oil spots in no time. Whether your stain i...
How to Fold a Shirt
Folding shirts properly is a great skill to have when you need to save space in your dresser. There are many different ways to fold depending on what type of shirt you have. For a short shirt like a T-shirt, fold the fabric into a square so you can still...
How to Make Low Carb Dieting Simple and Easy
If you go by the multitude of books, websites, programs, celebrity endorsements, prepackaged foods, and varying rules about what’s “in” and what’s “out,” starting on a low-carb diet may seem like an impossibly complicated task. By sticking to a few basic...
How to Make a Ribbon Wreath
Wreaths are a popular way to decorate your door and fireplace. They often change depending on the season and holiday. While the most popular wreaths are made using artificial flowers or evergreen, ribbon wreaths are quite appealing too. They are surprisin...
How to Accept That You Are Gay
If you are LGBTQ but struggle with accepting that fact, here is a guide to help you. You have found out your sexual orientation, and you are perfectly normal. Accepting who you are - and being proud of who you are - in the next step on the road to coming...
How to Avoid Being Carjacked
Carjacking occurs when someone steals a motor vehicle from another person by use of force or intimidation.[1] X Research source Victims of carjacking can be kidnapped, injured, and even killed.[2] X Research source The best way...
How to Get Over Writer's Block
Suddenly your thought processes cease. You seem to have lost your concentration. You have no idea what to write. It is scary, especially when you are in the middle of writing a long novel and feel like you've hit a brick wall. Don't worry -- you're not al...
How to Peel an Egg
Removing the shell from a hard boiled egg can be painstaking work, but with a few simple tricks, you should be able to peel an egg in under five seconds - just read on to find out how!
How to Parallel Park: Tips & Tricks for Smooth Parking
You’re circling the block, looking for parking spots, but all you can find is parallel parking on the street. No biggie: you’ve got this. But if you’re still feeling a bit nervous about parallel parking, you’re not alone—many drivers, new and experienced...
How to Get Your Boyfriend to Pay More Attention to You and Not His Friends
Being in a relationship can be difficult. It can often feel like you're competing with the rest of the world for each other's time. A healthy relationship is about companionship and communication. It could be your boyfriend doesn't think there is a proble...
How to Clean Your Cat When He Can't Do It Himself
Cats are good at grooming themselves and generally keep themselves clean enough not to require regular baths.[1] X Research source But some health conditions, including obesity, chronic illnesses, eye problems, and arthritis, make it difficu...
How to Retrain a Cat to Use the Litter Box
Has your cat stopped using the litter box? Understanding the reason for avoiding the litter box is critical to correcting your cat's behavior. The underlying cause is often a source of stress, such as a change in the household. Medical problems are anothe...
How to Oil Paint
Do you want to paint beautiful, expressive paintings with oils? Here are some basics to guide you into the wonderful world of oil paints. Once you've mastered the basic techniques, the world is your canvas!
How to Knit a Headband
A knitted headband will keep your ears warm when the air outside is at a temperature less than comfortable. You can also adapt these instructions to make a lighter, thinner headband that can be worn in warm weather to hold your hair off your face. Get you...
How to Take Better Photographs
Some people think that great photography requires an expensive camera, but don't worry—good technique is much more important than costly equipment. Brushing up on your basic photography skills is beneficial no matter what camera you’re working with, and y...
How to Write a Rehearsal Dinner Speech
Writing a great rehearsal dinner speech can be a nerve-wracking experience. Luckily, with the right preparation, you'll be able to write a fantastic speech that you can be proud to share. Start by introducing yourself, thanking everyone for attending, and...