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Did you turn on your kitchen light and catch sight of some roaches skittering away? Even if you manage to squish a few, there may be more you haven’t seen yet. The thought of cockroaches hiding in your home may be unpleasant, but you can easily get contro...

No outfit is school-ready without a great hairstyle…but with all the different options out there, how are you supposed to decide on the perfect look? There’s no need to worry—whether your hair is short, long, natural, straight, or textured, we’ve got you...

As a baby's care giver, you must ensure that the baby receives proper nutrition. Unfortunately, that is not always an easy task. If you have a baby that has an aversion to vegetables, he may not be getting some key nutrients in his diet. You can shovel ba...

A snob is an individual who has an exaggerated perception of practically anything you can imagine. They seek to experience all of life’s finer things and have a sense of superiority over those who do not share their elitist tastes and views. You can becom...

Rhinestones and glitter make just about everything better, and cell phone cases are no exception! If your cell phone case is looking boring, dull, or a little shabby, you can give it a new life (and lots of glam!) by adding some bling to it. From rhinesto...

There's a casual art to making a great shopping list. A well-planned and organized list will say a lot about the success of your grocery trip. Shoppers who skip out on lists have a tendency to make less responsible purchases, and the act of hunting for su...

We all know the importance of exercising our bodies, but what about exercising our minds? Reading words backwards helps to keep your mind active and improve your reading skills. As English readers and writers, we are accustomed to reading left to right....

Properly maintain your Mercruiser sterndrive. Change the lube every year or sooner if you suspect a problem.

Ever seen a really gorgeous dress on the runway or in those awesome fashion magazines you couldn't afford? Or maybe you just dream of a beautiful dress and could never find it? Here are some basic tips on how to make your own dress, as well as links to sp...

Screws come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, so thread callouts are used to help identify them. The first time you see a callout can be a little confusing, but it’s pretty straightforward once you know what the numbers are meant to stand for. The ca...

Learning how to swim underwater without holding your nose is really easy to do. You can build up your confidence by submerging your nose underwater by using a shallow pool, bathtub, or even a sink. To practice swimming around in the water, blow bubbles ou...

Having a neat, clean cut appearance can make other people think more highly of you, and make you feel better about yourself, too. It can make all the difference when trying to land a job, or impress someone of your preferred sex. No matter how attractive...

Hair, dust, fur, and lint are everywhere. No house is so clean that it doesn't contain any, and no dryer is so effective to pluck it all out of your laundry. Lint rollers are great from removing these specks from your otherwise clean clothes, but if you d...

People have been making and launching water rockets for generations. Some passionate hobbyists have spent years honing their rocket designs, and there are hundreds of different ways to do it. It can be intimidating to start making your first bottle rocket...

Lanterns are a wonderful way to make a room more cozy or add a special atmospheric feeling to an outdoor event. They’re also pretty simple to make!

Cats meow to say hello, call attention to a problem, indicate disapproval or pain, or request attention. It's up to you to recognize when the meow might be important, and to do a quick check for empty water bowls and other problems. As many cat owners kno...