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If you have a new kitten, chances are you want to make its transition to its new home as smooth as possible. No doubt you also want it to have a long and healthy life under your care. In order to give your kitten a good transition into its new loving and...

So you've got a job (maybe your first job) in retail, and you've been asked to work the cash register. You'll probably be given basic training, but how do you get from day one on the job to become the pro cashier who can clear a long lineup in minutes and...

This is for anyone who hates (or has broken) the zipper in their jeans... a simple way to keep your er... privates private and still enjoy wearing your jeans! The general idea is to sew an extra flap inside your jeans and button it closed on the inside t...

Lower body strength helps us in many ways, from walking to running to building endurance. The primary muscles in the lower body that you should focus on to build your lower body strength are the gluteals (in the lower back and outer hips), quadriceps (i...

Maybe you decided to try out a new style and got your bangs cut. Maybe you only intended to give yourself a slight trim. Maybe someone else did it for you, possibly a professional, but when your bangs are a disaster, you need damage control. As severe as...

Light is an essential part of your day. It allows you to see objects, shapes, and colors. In fact, the pupils in your eyes filter in light to help you see everything around you. As part of a school assignment, you may be asked to prove that light travels...

The process of making a "period costume" can range from simple to quite complex depending upon why you are making it. Here's a brief outline of considerations and tips for making your own. There are two approaches: Decide whether you just want "the look"...

Taking care of a duck as a pet can be a rewarding experience. In general, ducks are more difficult to take care of than other pets, such as dogs or cats, because their environment needs to be closely monitored. They are also social animals that like to be...

Coloring your hair isn’t always a great idea, especially if it’s already damaged. Thankfully, there’s an easy way to tell if your hair can handle a dye job. Pull on a small section of your hair so it’s completely taut, then drip a drop of water on top. If...

A positive attitude is important for ensuring that you have a fulfilling and enjoyable life. Building a positive attitude will make it easier for you to recognize and reflect on positive emotions as you experience them. You will also start reframing negat...

In the Wiccan religion, a circle is a way to create a sacred space where you can practice spells, offer prayers, or participate in other rituals. The circle is used in a number of different ways, from keeping evil spirits away to containing a summoned spi...

Rabbits, like cats, are self-cleaners and will generally keep their coats clean by licking themselves. However, your rabbit needs your help grooming as well, especially if you have a long-haired breed. While your first instinct may be to give your rabbi...

Hard contacts lenses, also known as rigid gas-permeable contact lenses or oxygen-permeable lenses, are used by many people around the world. These are different than traditional contact lenses because they enable oxygen to pass through them, keeping your...

This article will increase the speed of any video game (counter-strike source, tf2, or any other computer game) OR application that you just want to go smoothly. This WILL work; if it doesn't, that means your computer may have a problem. For a video game,...

Prepare amazing and attractive makeup for high school with these suggestions for a look that isn't overdone but will leave you looking beautified.

This wikiHow teaches you how to create a shadow behind an image in Adobe Photoshop.