How To
How to Do a Chin Up
A chin-up is a bodyweight training exercise that primarily targets the latissimus dorsi muscles in the upper back, as well as the shoulders and the biceps muscles in the arms. It's very similar to a pull-up, with the exception of hand position: in a chin-...
How to Curl Hair with Foam Rollers
Hair that's curly, bouncy, and attention-getting is surprisingly easy to achieve with foam rollers. Using these spongy cylinders can help create a signature look, or amp up the glam factor for special occasions. It also gives your locks a healthy break fr...
How to Dye Hair with Leopard Spots
Do you want funky leopard print hair, but don't necessarily want to pay the big bucks at a salon? Doing it yourself is a fun, cheaper option. The secret to getting the spots just right is...celery!
How to Pronounce the Dutch 'g'
Like the Japanese 'r' the Dutch 'g' is a very hard sound to make for people not speaking Dutch.
How to Get a Neighbor to Forgive You
Getting into an argument with your neighbor can be a very difficult situation, but it is possible to work through it with care and tact. In order to resolve a neighborly dispute it may take a dollop of humility and you may be the one that has to make the...
How to Make the First Move
If you've met someone you like, or even really like, you may be seeing stars and feeling the butterflies. You start to smile whenever you think about them, and start worrying about what you wear. You're starting to consider taking your relationship with t...
How to Skip School
School can be the worst, and sometimes you just need a day to yourself. A little creative thinking is all you need to get out of your classes and enjoy a day of relaxing free time. Here are some methods you can use to skip school and make your absence bel...
How to Avoid Caring About What People Say
It is difficult to not care what other people say about us. In reality, most of us have a natural tendency to care what others think. When people say mean things to us, or about us, it is important to not let those negative individuals bring us down. Whil...
How to Become a Young Inventor
Are you an elementary or high school student with all kinds of invention ideas? You might not know what to do with all of these ideas or how to turn them into workable inventions. Maybe you don’t have any ideas yet, but want to know how to come up with th...
How to Knit the Duplicate Stitch
Whether knit a sweater, socks, handbag, toy or any other item, you can personalize it or decorate it with duplicate stitch. This is done by a sort of embroidering with a darning needle. You don't have to be an experienced knitter to accomplish this, and i...
How to Prepare for a New Baby
Congratulations! You’re expecting a new baby and whether this is your first or fourth child, you may be unsure of how to best prepare for your new family member.[1] X Trustworthy Source HealthyChildren.org Health information from the American Acad...
How to Lope (Western Canter)
Loping is a canter-style gait used in Western-style riding. Like a canter, it’s a three-beat gait, but it’s slower and done on a looser rein. You need to master the slowed pace, a flat neck as well as a loose rein and keeping the whole thing organized and...
How to Maintain a Vacuum Cleaner
Your vacuum cleaner doesn't need very much attention, but some simple maintenance can prevent it from breaking down. To save yourself from costly repairs, check the vacuum's filter or canister, hose, and brush roll every time you vacuum. Replace parts as...
How to Salute (UK Armed Forces)
The salute is a sign of respect, thought to date back to Roman times or medieval Europe.[1] X Research source In the UK, saluting the Armed Forces is considered a mark of tradition for individuals within the Armed Forces.
How to Add Charms to a Charm Bracelet
Whether your charms hold sentimental value or they show off your personal style, your charm bracelet is truly a one-of-a-kind fashion accessory. Luckily, adding to it doesn't require the help of a professional jeweler. Instead, with just a few simple tech...
How to Fiberglass
If you've purchased a fiberglass kit, you'll need to know how to work with these materials — or else things are about to get a little messy. The first step is building your mold, and then you can move onto preparing your fiberglass cloth and working with...