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How to Gather Fabric into Ruffles
Many articles of clothing that you sew call for ruffles. There might be ruffles on the sleeves, on a men's dress shirt, or, most commonly, on a long tiered skirt. In order to stitch fabric so that it creates ruffles, it's necessary to gather the edge to c...
How to Reject Someone Without Breaking Their Heart
Have you ever been asked out on a date by someone you are not interested in? Finding a polite way to reject the invitation can be really tricky. Breaking up with someone you no longer want to date can feel just as awkward. You don't want to hurt someone's...
12 Tips from Professionals for Dealing with the Loss of a Parent
Dealing with the death of your parent may be one of the hardest things you’ll ever have to do in your life. It’s more than okay if some of that sadness and grief never truly leaves you, but just know that there are many things you can do to deal with the...
How to Celebrate Halloween
Halloween (also known as All Hallow’s Eve, All Saint’s Eve, and Samhain in some parts of the world) falls on the 31st of October every year. For many people who celebrate it, the holiday is a chance to get together with friends and family and have some sp...
How to Electroplate Household Metals
Electroplating is a process used to coat one metal with that of a separate metal. There are many objects in our everyday lives that have been plated with other metals: gold-plated jewelry, nickel and copper plated coins, etc. The process involves passing...
How to Join the Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus is a fraternal organization of Catholic men, 18 years of age and older, who are committed to making their community a better place and supporting their Church through charitable work. With nearly two million members worldwide, it i...
How to Start Knitting (with Advice from the Experts)
Blankets, scarves, sweaters, gloves, stuffed animals—there’s virtually no limit to what you can make with some yarn and a pair of needles. When it comes to knitting, once you’ve got the basics down, the only limit is your imagination (and maybe the occasi...
How to Ask a Guy You Like to the Movies
Although stereotypically guys ask girls out on dates, you shouldn't hesitate to ask someone you're interested in if he hasn't sprung a move already, whether you a girl or a guy. A movie date is a very casual way of getting to know someone, and a good movi...
How to Pick an Operating System
Looking to buy a new computer, or feel like upgrading your current one? The operating system is the backbone of your computer's interface, and deciding on one will have a big impact on the way you use the computer. Take a look at what you currently use yo...
How to Play Zombie Tag
The zombie apocalypse has struck your fair city! Zombie tag is a great way to have fun with the undead, no matter what kind of tag you play--Doctor’s Antidote, Zombie Race, or regular Zombie Tag. Find a way to escape the zombies or outsmart them––unless o...
How to Set Up an Internet Connection
Are you setting up internet access in your home for the first time? We'll help you set up your new broadband, DSL, or satellite internet connection, and get your PC, Mac, phones, and tablets online with Wi-Fi or ethernet.
How to Clap Your Hands
It's true, babies do it, and well. But clapping is more diverse than you might think. Is it appropriate to clap your hands after the allegro passage in a Mozart concerto? What about after a sermon in church? And what's the deal with snapping at a poetry r...
How to Get Your Friend to Pay More Attention to You
It really sucks when an old pal seems less interested in you than before. Your friend may have made some new friends. Or, maybe your friend is going through a life transition that is demanding all their attention. If you are trying to get your friend to p...
How to Free Up RAM
This wikiHow teaches you how to free up Random Access Memory (RAM), which is the portion of your computer's or smartphone's memory that is dedicated to running programs. You can almost always free up RAM by closing open programs and, if necessary, restart...
How to Mix Saltwater for an Aquarium
Many people keep saltwater aquariums so they can enjoy the beauty of marine fish and corals. As with other species of fish, it's important to keep the aquarium and its water clean. But you may be confused about how best to make saltwater. It's simple, tho...
How to Dress Cool for Middle School (Boys)
Going to middle school is like entering a whole new world. You go from being the top of the food chain in elementary school to suddenly being surrounded by cool older kids with a killer fashion sense. If you’re a boy in middle school, you can dress cooler...