How To
How to Put on a Horse's or Pony's Rug
A rug is like a blanket for horses and ponies and is designed to keep them warm in the chilly winter months. When putting the rug on a horse, be sure to fasten the straps securely, and not leave any dangling free. Make sure that your horse is tied up whil...
How to Play 8 Ball Pool
8-ball pool is played with one white "cue ball" and 15 numbered balls – including one black "8-ball." One player is trying to pocket the solid-colored balls ("solids," numbered 1-7) while the other player tries to knock in the striped balls ("stripes," nu...
How to Apply Eyeliner to Another Person
Eyeliner can be tricky to apply on yourself, and perhaps even tougher when you're applying it on someone else. There are many types of eyeliner that are available for you to use, and certain types of eyeliners are easier to use than others. Using a presse...
How to Learn Vocabulary in a Foreign Language
Learning vocabulary doesn't have to be painful! Breeze through foreign language vocabulary tests and know words for life. Tried-and-true methods like flashcards are still very effective, but technology has opened up a world of media and vocabulary learnin...
How to Avoid Getting Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Deep vein thrombosis, or DVT, is a medical condition in which blood clots (thrombi) form in deep veins, usually of the calf, thigh or pelvis.[1] X Research source Your body can break down and resolve most mild-to-moderate clots with time and...
The 3 Best Ways to Descale a Tea Kettle
If you love brewing a cup of tea or coffee during the day, you’ve probably seen the crusty white limescale build up inside your kettle. Even though limescale isn’t harmful, it can be unsightly or give your drink a slightly metallic flavor. Luckily, you ca...
How to Be Laid Back
Many people wish they could be more laid back. If you're overstressed or overcommitted, you may wonder how other people can glide through life with ease. There are several steps you can take to reduce anxiety and adopt a more laid back perspective. Develo...
How to Play Mahjong Solitaire In Real-Life and Online
The Chinese block game Mahjong may be played as a group or by oneself. If you go solo, the game is called Mahjong Solitaire. Although it may look complex from the outside looking in, this puzzle game is fun, and actually quite simple once you get the basi...
How to Cope With Stress and High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy
Pregnancy is an exciting but stressful time in your life. It’s completely normal if you’re feeling a little overwhelmed or stressed out. It’s also normal for your blood pressure to rise a bit while you’re pregnant, especially in the first trimester or if...
How to Become a Graphic Designer
If you find yourself daydreaming about designs or creating designs in your spare time, then a career in graphic design may be for you. You can either train yourself in graphic design or get a formal education. Volunteer your services at a local charity or...
How to Get White Hair
If you want to make a bold, beautiful statement with your hair, consider turning it white. Stripping hair of its color can dry it out, but if you use the right technique you can avoid long-term damage. Learn how to use bleach and toner products to get stu...
How to Install Grommets
If you're putting together a panel or piece of fabric and there needs to be a hole in it, you'll want to install a grommet. Grommets are small rings that reinforce these holes and protect the items you pass through them, such as electrical wiring. Metal g...
How to Make a Grenade Launcher
Making simple launchers with homemade materials is both fun and inexpensive. Depending on the ammunition you want to shoot, you can use different methods for making a homemade launcher for items like water bottle caps or even Nerf ammunition.
How to Open a Combination Lock
A combination lock is useful for your school locker, gym locker, bike, or anything else that you'd like to keep safely locked up and away. Once you know your combination, opening a combination lock is very easy—just a couple turns to the left and right, a...
How to Visualize
Visualization is a motivational technique which can help you achieve personal goals. If you really want something to come to fruition, then you have to put your imaginative mind to work. See the result in front of you, play the game you are going to play...
How to Conduct an Odinist Ritual
Called the “The-Rite-of-Bragi,” this ritual honors the gods and goddesses of Odinism and Asatru. Odinism is a polytheistic and pagan religion dedicated to the deities of the Norse pantheon. It is also called Asatru and Heathenism.