How To
How to Draw and Paint a Rustic Cabin in Two‐Point Perspective
Have you wondered how to get a realistic look to your buildings? Employing two point perspective will help you achieve believable looking buildings. This method requires following a few simple directions, but the time spent will be well rewarded. Two p...
How to Cope with Suicidal Thoughts if You're Blind or Visually Impaired
Blindness and visual impairment can be difficult to deal with, both practically and emotionally. It’s no surprise that some people become depressed and even suicidal after they lose their vision. However, you don’t have to feel this way. Blind and visuall...
When Is It Okay to Hug Someone?
Hugging is a common way to greet and relate to other people, but you might be wondering when it’s okay to embrace an acquaintance, friend, or coworker. Luckily, there are simple ways to tell if it’s okay to hug someone, like asking for their permission or...
How to Rim a Cocktail Glass
A cocktail with a dipped rim has more interest and texture than a cocktail served in a plain glass. Moisten the rim of a cocktail glass by dipping it into a liquid, such as water or juice. Then add a topping to the moistened rim of the glass. Use salt, su...
How to Stock Baby Clothes for the First Month
The first month of your baby’s life will be an adjustment period for both you and your newborn. It is important to be prepared and to have proper clothing on hand before the little one arrives. You will be changing several diapers, cleaning spit-up, and g...
How to Prepare for a Cholesterol Test
People get cholesterol tests in order to assess their risk of heart disease. As cholesterol levels indicate the amount of lipids—that is, different kinds of fats—in your blood, a high result means that a person will need to take measures to lower their c...
How to Make Scrambled Eggs Benedict
Eggs Benedict is a favorite dish for brunch and special occasions. You might enjoy a fresh twist on this classic by making scrambled Eggs Benedict. Should you be a little more adventurous, an artichoke/pancetta version of this dish might be right up your...
How to Speak Supportively to Someone with Depression
Depression is a serious mental health issue. If someone you love is depressed, you probably want to help. People with depression are often hesitant to open up, so gently encourage the person to talk. Let them know you're there for them and ask what, speci...
How to Protect Your Bones if You Have Low Testosterone
Men who have low testosterone frequently struggle with a consequent loss of bone mass. Testosterone not only acts as a sex chemical in the body, it also strengthens bones and keeps them in good health. Osteoporosis often develops in men who have low testo...
How to Spend More Time with Your Adult Children
There are many ways to spend more time with your adult children. To get started, organize your time in such a way that allows you to spend more time with them. This might mean, for instance, that you put off things you can do some other day and instead...
How to Save on Dry Cleaning
Dry cleaning your clothes can get pretty expensive. People spend around $1,500 per year dry cleaning their clothes when only 35 percent of those clothes required dry cleaning.[1] X Research source Save on dry cleaning by removing stains, wri...
How to Make a Heart Wreath
When it comes to Valentine's Day decorations, nothing says love quite like a heart-shaped wreath. With just a few supplies, including a wire hanger, foam insulation, and felt, you can make your own at home. That allow you to customize it so you can design...
How to Reduce the Size of Images Sent by Text on an iPhone
This wikiHow teaches you how to set your iMessage to rescale and resize all image attachments to a smaller file size. Rescaled files will be slightly lower in image quality, but they will help you save up on your mobile data plan, and your iMessages with...
How to Substitute Cooking Alcohols
You may want to avoid using alcohol in your cooking because of health reasons or in observance of religious practices.[1] X Research source Whatever your reason for wanting to use a substitute for alcohol, there are many ingredients you can...
How to Lower Your Investment Fees
For investors, fees are an ever-present issue that can greatly affect your return on investment over time. Even fees that seem small can add up if you hold your investments for decades. Indeed, most advertisements for brokers or investment services will t...
How to Keep Others from Posting Your Child's Photos Online
Are people posting photos of your child to Instagram, Facebook, or other social media platforms? While it should be common courtesy to seek a parent’s permission before posting someone's child, not everyone asks before sharing. By limiting the images you...