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How to Toast Almonds
Almonds are a nutritious, protein-packed snack. They contain a good amount of fiber, copper, vitamin E and magnesium, and they are low in cholesterol. Toasted almonds also bring body and crunch to a number of dishes. They can be added to salads, mixed in...
How to Come Out As Transgender
Coming out as transgender can feel scary—you may be worried about how people will react, about how you'll feel, or about saying the "perfect thing." But the truth is, there's no perfect way to come out. This is about you telling the world who you are, and...
How to Treat Carpet Burns
Carpet burns are abrasions on the skin caused by friction against a rough surface. Luckily, most cases of carpet burn can be treated easily at home.
How to Apply Creme Eyeshadow
Applying crème shadow is more difficult than ordinary eyeshadow. Just like everything in makeup and life, practice makes perfect. Once you've mastered the technique, the result is a longer-lasting, satiny appearance.
How to Grow St John's Wort
St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) is both a beautiful perennial herb with lovely yellow flowers and one that has come to prominence recently as a medicinally useful herb in the treatment of depression. It is easy to grow but great care must be taken...
How to Refinish Brass
You can breathe new life into tarnished brass. First, remove old finish from the brass with a standard paint stripper. Once you remove the old clear coat, wash the brass with hot soapy water. Then polish the brass using a lemon or vinegar solution. Finall...
How to Build a Dog Crate
If you own a dog and would prefer not to purchase a dog crate, you may want to make one yourself. This option gives you the leeway to customize the crate according to your own preferences and your dog’s needs, and may save you a bit of money as well. You...
How to Make Carp Rigs
A carp rig is a fishing setup attached to the end of your line that uses a bait ball to catch large carp. They’re easy to make and very effective. To make your own carp rig, start by forming the “hair” by creating a loop knot on the end of a length of fis...
How to Become a Human Rights Attorney
Human rights lawyers advocate on behalf of people suffering from persecution, abuse, and civil rights violations in every country of the world. Using the governments and courts as forums to seek justice for victims, human rights attorneys are both legal p...
How to Make Suncatchers
Originally made by Southwestern Native Americans, a suncatcher is a small ornament that hangs on the inside of a windows in order to "catch the light" and reflect it inward. Suncatchers may be manufactured, but they're also a popular craft that often sel...
How to Start a Leasing Company
Leasing is a process by which individuals can pay for the use of a home, car, or other item for a specified period of time. At the end of this contractual period, the leaser is usually able to purchase the item, with the amount of money previously paid go...
How to Allow Pop–ups
This wikiHow teaches you how to allow pop-up ads and notifications in your web browser. While sometimes irritating, pop-ups may be essential for certain websites to function properly. Nearly all web browsers disable pop-ups by default, but you can disabl...
How to Prepare Red Skin Potatoes
Red skin potatoes can be prepared several delicious ways. Most people prefer to leave the skin on them in the recipes because the skins are light and tasty. You can roast these yummy little potatoes with garlic and Parmesan for a crispy treat, prepare the...
How to Vent Plumbing
Proper ventilation is an important part of a plumbing system. Every plumbing fixture, from a toilet to a shower, needs to be connected to ventilation piping. Ventilation pipes prevent a vacuum from being formed in the drain system, allowing waste or water...
How to Sew Puff Sleeves
Puff sleeves are shirt sleeves that are created by adding gathering to the sleeve pattern along the shoulder seam (cap) and/or the band (hem) in order to create volume and fullness, or a puffy sleeve effect. Puff sleeves are commonly found on toddler dres...
How to Boil Crab Legs
Sweet, delicious crab is a great meal any time of year. If you don't live near a crabbing town, you'll likely only be able to get frozen, cooked crab legs, which means less work for you! One of the quickest ways to prepare crab legs is to boil them, as yo...