How To
How to Start a Car Club
People who belong to car clubs agree that one of the most rewarding things about the club is meeting people. Car clubs are an opportunity for people who share common interests to get together and make new friends and contacts. Many clubs begin small, in a...
How to Tie up Tomatoes
Tied tomato plants are generally healthier, with tomatoes that are easier to pick. Untied plants will grow along the ground, causing the plants to tangle, the fruits to rot, and make the plant more susceptible to disease. Also, the weight of the fruit can...
How to Lower Child Support
Child support payments can be changed only by a court's modification order. The modification process can increase or decrease payments. The ways you can lower child support payments will vary by circumstance. Generally, you will need to convince a court t...
When & How to Prune Hydrangeas So They Stay Happy and Healthy
Nothing says class like gorgeous, well-manicured hydrangeas proudly displayed throughout your garden. Pruning hydrangeas can help them retain a uniform shape and keep them healthy so that they produce beautiful blooms year after year. Not all hydrangeas a...
How to Treat Bed Bug Bites
Bed bugs are annoying insects that hide in soft, warm places like beds, couches, and clothing. These bugs feed on their hosts at night, leaving small bite marks that, though rarely dangerous, should be treated right away to prevent unwanted symptoms and p...
How to Reinforce a Sagging Shelf
Shelves are designed to hold objects. The more objects placed on a shelf, the more weight that shelf must bear. Too much weight coupled with a flimsy construction can lead to sagging in the middle of the shelf.[1] X Expert Source Mike KatonaDIY...
How to Quiet Squeaky Stairs
Squeaky stairs can be irritating, but thankfully they are a cinch to fix! Once you pinpoint each squeak’s exact location, it is merely a matter of tightening the stairs' existing parts together so they don’t rub against each other. Whether you can reach t...
How to Knead Clay
Before using clay for a project, you need to prepare it by kneading it, also known as wedging. Kneading clay properly will make it easier to work with and will eliminate air bubbles. Upper body strength and strong hands are helpful when kneading clay. Use...
How to Write a Personal Ad
Writing a personal ad can be nerve-racking if you don't know where to begin. You may feel the need to hide your flaws lest you will scare off that special someone. Or maybe you’re comfortable with yourself and have no scruples about baring it all. Unfortu...
How to Identify and Treat Mange in Dogs
Mange is a skin disease caused by mites that affects many animals. In dogs, it is caused by one of three microscopic mites: Cheyletiella, Demodex, or Sarcoptes.[1] X Expert Source Natalie Punt, DVMVeterinarian Expert Interview. 15 February 2...
How to Rent Space at an Antique Mall
Selling antiques and collectibles can be profitable, but the overhead of maintaining a shop is prohibitive for some people. One solution is to rent space at an antique mall where individual dealers have separate spaces in a shared building to offset costs...
How to Pay Federal Speeding Tickets
If you have received a speeding ticket from a federal agency or on federal property, you have three options to pay it. All options cost the same amount, but offer different ways to pay your bill depending on your means and personal preferences.
How to Deep Clean Your Kitchen Sink (& Keep It Clean)
Cleaning the sink is an easy household task that we'll show you how to tackle in minutes. By using cleaning products like baking soda, lemon juice, vinegar, and old-fashioned elbow grease, the grime in your kitchen sink won't stand a chance. Whether your...
How to Make Friends As an Introvert
Being an introvert can sometimes be a bit challenging, especially when you want to interact with others but have no idea how to. Introverts do not want to avoid friends or social interaction. Instead, they draw their strength from solitary activity, and f...
How to Take Care of a Weak Newborn Puppy
The first few weeks of a puppy’s life can be a dangerous time. Once outside of the womb they need to be able to find their way to their mother to nurse, they need to be kept warm, they need to have their bodily functions taken care of by mom, and they are...