How To
How to Prepare Make‐Ahead Breakfast Bowls
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. If you lead a busy life, it can become difficult to find the time to prepare a healthy breakfast. A great option for those always on the go are make ahead breakfast bowls. They take a little time to prepare...
How to Clean Beach Sand
There are lots of ways to clean beach sand for crafts projects. Sift out rocks and other debris, and rinse away organic matter and silt. If you need sterile sand, try baking it for 45 minutes. Remove salt by simmering the sand with water, then straining i...
How to Treat Fight Wounds on a Cat
Cats sometimes get into a fight when they come across new cats or want to establish dominance. When cats fight, they use their teeth, which can lead to bite wounds. When a cat bites another cat, their teeth transmits bacteria to the wound. These bites hea...
How to Tell Your Child You Are Separating
Going through a separation is typically a stressful, emotional time. Matters are sometimes complicated when kids are in the picture. As a parent, you might struggle with how to break the news to your kid, or even what you should say. Effectively discuss t...
How to Apply a TCA Peel
A TCA peel is a skin treatment that works by applying trichloracetic acid to your face. TCA peels can be used to treat a number of conditions, including acne, irregular skin tone or texture, hyperpigmentation, fine wrinkles, and scars, including acne scar...
How to Ask Someone if They're Okay
Perhaps you notice your friend acting different or being quieter than usual. If something strikes your suspicion, go with your instinct and find out what is going on. If you're going to ask your friend if everything is okay, make sure you choose a good ti...
How to Clean Up Vomit
As if getting sick wasn't bad enough, there's then the matter of cleaning up the mess it makes. If not properly dealt with, a puddle of vomit can damage or leave permanent stains on various surfaces, and the smell can become next to impossible to get rid...
How to Clean a Fabric Coach Purse
Coach purses are a prized possession for many, so it can be frustrating when the fabric gets soiled. If your purse has lost its luster, then you may want to clean it. While you can't put your Coach handbag in the washing machine, there are a few technique...
How to Store Cat Food Properly
The way that cat food is stored can greatly impact the freshness and taste of the food. If food is not stored properly it can also cause the development of bacteria, infestations, and in some instances the food may spoil. In order to store dry cat food pr...
How to Clean Oxidized Copper
Exposure to air can cause your copper to oxidize and tarnish with a blue-green patina. Many common cleaners leave this patina untouched. Prep to remove oxidation by verifying the metal item is really copper and checking for the presence of lacquer. Remove...
How to Diagnose and Treat Ruptured Eardrums in Cats
Ruptured eardrums in cats can be caused by trauma, ear polyps, or an infection, such as ear mites. Cats can also sustain damage to their eardrums due to loud noises, changes in atmospheric pressure, or exposure to toxins. To diagnosis this issue in a cat,...
Make Your Own DIY Boobs on a Budget: 2 Easy Methods
If you want to create the illusion of breasts, you can buy or commission a set of artificial breasts—or you can make your own! Whether you’re heading to a convention or want to try out a new look to express your gender identity, making fake breasts is a s...
How to Cope with Not Being Able to Transition
There are various reasons you might not be able to use hormones and/or have surgeries at this stage of our life. Maybe, you're dealing with money issues, poor accessibility, remote location, not having gender therapists nearby, strict government policies,...
How to Clean Epoxy Floors
Epoxy floors are not hard to maintain. In fact, many people choose epoxy floors for their garages because they are so easy to care for. However, there are some guidelines for keeping your epoxy floors clean. By performing general maintenance, doing a deep...
How to Decoupage Flower Pots
Flower pots are a great way to display your favorite plants on your patio, balcony, and window sill. Instead of buying a fancy one, why not make your own using decoupage glue and pretty, patterned paper? With the right preparations, you can make it waterp...
How to Clean Liquid Spills on a Mattress
Your mattress may seem like a huge sponge that soaks up any liquid it touches, but it's actually fairly easy to get those spills out. Before you do anything, grab a towel and absorb as much of it as possible, then come back and read on. From urine to beve...