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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 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 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 Reduce Guinea Pig Allergy
You may not realize it, but guinea pig allergies are actually quite common. The primary source of guinea pig allergens is a protein in the animal's saliva and urine, though that protein can also be transmitted to a guinea pig's hair, skin, and dander. If...
How to Renew a Green Card
Permanent resident status, often referred to as "having your green card," is not a lifetime status. It must be renewed periodically, similar to a driver's license. The normal timeline for renewal is every 10 years. Read this to learn how to renew a green...
How to Make a Hooded Towel
Hooded towels are very popular for babies and small children. A hooded towel is simply a towel that has a hood attached. When a hooded towel is used to dry a child, the hood of the towel helps to keep the child warm and helps to dry the child's hair and h...
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...
How to Mount Photographs
You can capture memories and moments in your own artistic way by mounting your photos. Dry mounting is a great way to preserve a photo for years whereas wet mounting is a good option for beginners looking for a quick mounting option. Wet mounting is usual...
Simple Steps to Render a Video in HD with Sony Vegas
Nearly all modern devices record in HD (High Definition), so knowing how to render your recorded videos in HD is essential if you want them to look good when uploaded online or played on your TV. Sony Vegas allows you to quickly select from a variety of p...
How to Solve Radical Equations
A radical equation is an algebraic equation in which the variable is under a root, like x {\displaystyle {\sqrt {x}}} . The root is typically a square root, but it can...
How to Spice up a College Application
Applying to college can be so stressful! The competition can be fierce, and you only have a generic application and a short essay to help you stand out from the crowd. Luckily, if you know what admissions officers are looking for in a college application,...