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Transplanting is an important part of plant care. Whether you need to move the plant into a bigger pot or outdoors, it is important that you do it right. How you take care of the plant before transplanting is just as important as how you take care of it a...

Ingrown hairs are caused when hair grows back in toward the skin, evidenced by a red, sore bump. Most ingrown hairs are easily handled (though they may be bothersome and unsightly) but others can prove to be persistent troublemakers, and even lead to infe...

In November 1620, the Pilgrims arrived on the shores of Massachusetts. While their first year in the New World was marked with extreme hardships, the year ended with a bountiful harvest. To celebrate their good fortune, the Pilgrims partook in a feast wit...

Moving your data from one laptop to another doesn't have to be a huge headache - there are several methods for quickly transferring digital data. The number and size of the files you're wanting moved, the types of laptops you are transferring between, and...

Clocks made in the old-fashioned tradition require winding in order to operate. Grandfather clocks are freestanding timepieces of this type, controlled by the fall of weights and the movement of a pendulum in a tall case. Follow these instructions to wind...

MetroPCS is a mobile phone service provider owned by T-Mobile and geared towards value. Its coverage is not available in all areas, but the company offers no-contract service plans that are meant to be more affordable than other phone companies. As the co...

Lime is derived from limestone and is used in agriculture and gardening to balance the acidity level of soil. For home use, it is typically bought in pellets or powder. Lime is spread on lawns that are not growing well to help the soil become more hospita...

Spy gear has fascinated movie goers for decades. While many of the sophisticated, high-tech gadgets created for film may be fantasy, surveillance equipment is commonly employed by detectives and private investigators in real life. You can make spy gear at...

Retaliation by a landlord against a tenant is illegal in most areas. Retaliation refers to certain acts the landlord may take after a tenant has exerted his or legal rights. These acts could include an increase of rent or notification of eviction. If you...

After prolonged use, eyeglass frames may slide out of place, pinch your nose, hurt your ears or simply appear crooked. You can take your eyeglasses to an optometrist for an adjustment, or you can easily adjust eyeglasses yourself by following the steps in...

Skin rashes are inflamed or red areas of the skin that can be accompanied with a variety of other symptoms (pain, itching, and swelling). Skin rashes can result from allergic reactions, infections, inflammatory conditions, contact with irritants or heat,...

If you have a basement window that's in desperate need of an update, remove the frame and replace the window. Install a new window that fits the space and caulk around the frame to waterproof it. If you need to install a new window in a concrete wall, cut...

Are your legs itchier than normal? Does the skin just seem to flake off? If so, you may have a case of dry skin! Dry leg skin is completely normal, especially in the winter months, but it can be extremely annoying. Luckily, there are plenty of remedies th...

Privacy is the usual reason given for frosting windows, and the majority of those windows are in bathrooms. Frosting windows allows complete privacy while avoiding the inconvenience of traditional window coverings. Frosting also allows natural light to fi...

Privacy is becoming a rare commodity in the modern world. Luckily there are many things you can do to stay anonymous while sending email. From preparing an anonymous workspace to using anonymous email services. This wikiHow article teaches you how to send...

Propagating hibiscus allows you to clone an existing hibiscus plant by planting a single stem from the parent hibiscus. The process is the same for both tropical and hardy varieties, and it's easy to do at home. By taking cuttings, rooting them properly,...