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How to Grow Big Tomatoes
Whether eaten on their own, served with a dish, or turned into a sauce or paste, tomatoes are a wonderful way to sweeten anyone’s day. Though store-bought tomatoes are fine, nothing beats the feeling of growing a big, juicy fruit on your own terms. If you...
How to Hang Eyelet Curtains
Eyelet curtains, also called "grommet curtains," make just about any room appear more grand and formal. They’re easy to install and do not require curtain rings. Just make vertical folds in your curtain so the eyelets are lined up at the top (making sure...
How to Prove Perjury
Perjury is considered a crime against justice, because the justice system can't function properly if you can't trust what people say under oath. To prove perjury, you must show that someone intentionally lied under oath. Because this is often very difficu...
How to Get Oil Stains Out of Jeans
After you eat something oily, like a piece of pizza, you may become frustrated if you notice that your jeans have acquired a new stain. Since oil stains are tricky, you might worry that it’s stuck there for good. Luckily, there are several ways that you c...
How to Become ABA Certified
Becoming an applied behavior analyst, or ABA, can jump-start your career in education, psychology, or social work. First, you must get the right education, including a master’s degree in behavioral analysis.You will also have to complete many hours of fie...
How to Decorate a Sunroom
A radiant sunroom is a great place to relax, but with a few simple additions it can become one of your favorite rooms in your home. Bringing in new furniture is one of the simplest ways to enhance both the look and comfort of an indoor patio space. Updati...
How to Cite a Website in Text in APA
Doing in-text citations for a website in APA style for an academic paper or essay can be confusing, especially if you are not sure how much information you are required to include. There are different requirements for a website where you know the date the...
How to Paint Shoes
You can use paint to revitalize a pair of old shoes or to bring an original design to life. Leather paint, spray paint, acrylic paint, and even paint markers are all possible options, depending on the type of shoe. Plan out your design on paper first allo...
How to Replace a Door Trim
Door trim, especially wood trim exposed to the weather, can rot and become damaged over time. It’s not too difficult to replace, but you do need to be able to use a miter saw. The old trim is easy to pull off with a pry bar. Then, cut the new trim to size...
How to Deal with Rage
Anger is one of the most commonly experienced emotions. It can manifest in both healthy and unhealthy ways. Rage, however, is a more intense form of anger that is often associated with destructive, out of control behavior. If you’re enraged, you might exp...
How to Restore Hardwood Floors
It’s a great feeling to realize that you have beautiful hardwoods underneath the carpet in your home, and you can refinish it so your floors look brand new! After you remove the old carpet, you need to sand the floor to make sure it’s smooth and level. Th...
How to Deal with a Suicidal Person
Helping a person in their time of need may be one of the most impactful things you can do for someone. When you see someone who is suicidal, take threats of suicide seriously and keep harmful items away from them. Involve outside help, especially trained...
How to Eat an English Muffin
English muffins are a versatile food that are great for everything from breakfast to main dishes. You can use English muffins for French toast or homemade breakfast sandwiches. They’re also great as a base for a main dish, including mini pizzas. And if yo...
How to Measure Fish
Knowing how to measure a fish is convenient for keeping track of your best catches, and it may be necessary if you’re fishing somewhere with regulated fish-size limits. The easiest way to measure the length of a fish is using a tape measure. If you also w...
How to Hold a Straight Razor
Straight razors give closer shaves than other razors, and they can last for years with the proper upkeep. Before you use a straight razor, it’s important to learn how to hold it. Holding a straight razor the wrong way can lead to skin irritation and cuts...
How to Treat Chafing
Chafing occurs when your skin gets too moist or rubs against another surface. If you have chafing wounds, wash them and apply a lubricant. If the chafed area is painful, swollen, bleeding, or crusted, then you may need an antibacterial cream to prevent in...