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How to Tune Your Lap Harp to a Major Scale & More
The lap harp is a small, enchanting-sounding instrument favored by children and experienced folk musicians alike, but the sound isn’t so magical when the strings go out of tune. Regular play, occasional use, or even a total lack of play can cause the pegs...
How to Get Rid of Dead Skin
Dead skin is something that everyone has to deal with in some form or another. In fact, most people shed about a million dead skin cells per day; however, if your dead skin is getting out of hand, particularly on your face or your feet (the two most commo...
How to Analyze Fingerprints
Fingerprints have been studied throughout time for a number of reasons. Fingerprints never change, so what a person is born with is what they will always have, excluding serious injuries. They are also an accurate way to identify people, as the likelihood...
How to Customize Your Shoes
Customizing is a great way to make plain shoes look more interesting and unique. It is also a great way to bring life back into an old pair of shoes. This article will give you a few ideas on what you can do to give your shoes a new look. It will also sho...
How to Reduce Puffy Eyes
While puffiness, circles, and discoloration around your eyes can give the impression that you need a good night’s sleep, a lack of rest is rarely the main factor when it comes to puffy eyes. The good news is that puffy eyes aren’t anything to worry about,...
How to Accept Learning Disabilities
A person with learning disabilities has difficulty processing certain types of information. The most common learning disabilities are dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia.[1] X Trustworthy Source HelpGuide Nonprofit organization dedicated to prov...
How to Tell When You've Been Rejected
Did you ask someone out or confess a crush, but you can’t tell how it was received? Sometimes, people’s responses to your romantic interest can be confusing or vague. In order to know how to proceed, you need to find out if you’ve actually been rejected o...
How to Deal With Racism
Racism is an ugly, unfortunate reality in society. Despite popular belief, racism isn’t just a matter of yelling slurs and posting offensive social media comments—it’s a prejudiced type of thinking that hurts many people on a daily basis. If you’re a vict...
How to Be Mentally and Emotionally Strong
When we’re not able to handle the curveballs life throws at us, things can feel pretty chaotic and out of our control. Sometimes, we feel as if we can't deal with these setbacks. The good news is: you totally can! Anyone can become mentally and emotionall...
How to Make Cake in a Mug
Craving a cake, but don't have enough time, energy, or ingredients to make one? Why not make a mug cake? Most mug cakes are large enough to serve just 1 or 2 people. Best of all, they are ready in minutes! Once you know the basics of making a mug cake, yo...
How to Exfoliate Your Skin With Olive Oil and Sugar
Too much olive oil and sugar may be bad for your stomach, but together they are wonderful for the skin! Sugar helps exfoliate your skin, while olive oil helps moisturize it. The oil will also help lubricate your skin, and protect it against the harsh grai...
How to Crochet a Toy Hammock
Do you or the special kids in your life have a favorite toy or doll who could use some time off its feet after a busy day of play? Is it time for a toy to "retire" after a lifetime of hard work? This hammock can be made to any size depending on the yarn a...
How to Make Copper Sulphate in a Science Lab
Copper sulfate is an inorganic compound commonly found in pesticide products used to kill bacteria, algae, plants, snails, and fungi.[1] X Trustworthy Source National Pesticide Information Center Organization run by Oregon State University providi...
How to Identify Your Strengths
Knowing your strengths can be a game-changer for your life and career. Your strengths are like your superpowers, and they help you create a successful life that you love. To discover your strengths, start by delving into your past through a series of acti...
How to Make Vodka
Vodka is a neutral spirit that is usually not aged and can be made from grains, potatoes, sugars, and fruits that are fermented to produce alcohol. Home brewers should take extreme caution during the distilling process to discard the methanol, which can b...
How to Kill an Epic Creature on Spore
Epic creatures are creatures with a thousand health and are super strong, but it is possible to kill them. This guide will show you the step-by-step process to kill an epic creature and get the achievement!