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Brass has a relatively low melting point compared to iron, or steel, but it still requires a special furnace. Many beginning metalworking hobbyists start out with aluminum, which is easier to melt, but brass is often the next step. Make sure to follow all...

The bagua map (BAH-gwa) is a very basic tool used in feng shui to learn which parts of a space–-such as a home, office building, room or yard–-correlate with particular areas of life. Once we know which area of a space corresponds to which life aspiration...

Conformation in cattle is one of the utmost important qualities that a cattle producer must know about and understand when raising a good, solid breeding herd of cattle. Conformation is the desirable and undesirable skeletal and muscular structures of an...

Sheriffs are responsible for general law enforcement, with duties that include arresting criminals and operating county jails. In most jurisdictions sheriffs are elected to the position to serve a four-year term. Prepare yourself to become a sheriff by gr...

A stack of hot and freshly baked pancakes dripping with syrup may seem like a modern-day treat, but the pancake has actually been around for thousands of years, and has always been a popular way to consume cereal grains. Pancakes are thin, round cakes mad...

Hanging a mirror is a great way to open up your space and make it look bigger and brighter! Weigh and measure your mirror to determine Once you’ve picked the perfect spot to hang your mirror, it’s time to straighten it up and mark where the hardware will...

Knowing how to throw a cast net can come in handy if you forget to pack your baitfish or need to catch more baitfish during a long day fishing out on the lake, river, or ocean. The key to a good throw lies in the setup and technique. Keep the weight of th...

Pretty much anyone can dive into a game of laser tag and have a blast, even if they aren’t top of the leaderboard. But those of us looking to claim that coveted high score will need to use every tactical tool at our disposal to dominate the arena like a p...

Many people seek to purchase real estate from a foreclosure or a bank sale in an effort to get a bargain. By buying at such a sale, you may be able to pay a price that satisfies the bank’s debt, but could be substantially lower than the fair market value...

Estrus is defined as the period where a female (in this case, a cow or heifer) is receptive to a male (or, the bull). Estrous, on the other hand, is the whole reproductive heat cycle that a female goes through, from heat period to no heat period (Proestr...

You might think aside from walking and maybe riding a bike, painting wood would be a close third in the "things that are really easy to do" category. This might be the case if the wood you are painting is attached to an old barn. When setting out to paint...

Disability permits are available for those who are unable to easily get to and from their car. They come in the form of hanging tags and special license plates. License plates are only for those with permanent disabilities, while people with temporary dis...

Knowing how to market your real estate company successfully can be the difference between success and failure in a sometimes unpredictable market. Building a presence in your local community and exposing your brand to as many people as possible can be a c...

You've come up with a great name for a business, product or service. If someone else is already using that name, you may not be able to use it yourself. Before using a name, you need to see if that name is trademarked. The easiest way to do this is with t...

Create a cute Tinkerbell costume for your child's dress up trunk or your next costume party! Use a green dress or leotard as a base for the costume and accessorize as much as you like. Give your Tinkerbell shoes with pom poms, wings, a wand, or even a tut...

Hard water contains minerals, usually calcium and magnesium ions, which make soap less effective and leave scale on your dishes and plumbing. There are several tests for water hardness, ranging from an easy one you can try immediately to a more accurate t...