How To
How to Hand Stitch or Patch Holes in Clothes
Got a tear in the sleeve of your sweater? Or maybe a big ol’ hole in your favorite denim jacket? Sewing up unfortunate holes in your favorite clothing is a cinch, so don’t toss those tattered jeans just yet! All you need is a needle and thread (and in som...
How to Create an S Curve Pattern in Microsoft Excel
When creating an S curve, you'll always have one column or row dedicated to a time period, such as months, quarters, or years. Your other data (such as income, time, or money spent) will display as a "curve" over that time period, which can help you ident...
How to Find the Number of Protons, Neutrons, and Electrons
Finding the number of protons, neutrons, and electrons in a given element isn't as hard as it sounds. Oftentimes part of your answer will be right in front of you in the periodic table! Once you know where to look, finding the number of protons, neutrons,...
How to Enable Java in Firefox
This wikiHow teaches you how to turn on Java support in Firefox, both on a per-website basis and across the entire browser, as well as how to enable JavaScript for your Firefox browser. You can enable both Java and JavaScript in the desktop version of Fir...
How to Reheat Macaroni and Cheese
That macaroni and cheese in the refrigerator is calling your name, but how do you reheat it so it tastes as good as it did when it was first made? Macaroni and cheese can be tricky to reheat, and often comes out either too dry or an oily mess, sometimes...
How to Call England from Anywhere in the World
Calling England is simple as long as you know your country’s exit code and the access code, 44, for the United Kingdom. You will also need to know the area code or carrier code for the line you wish to call. Once you know these numbers, you can call Engla...
How to Cut a Doll's Hair
Cutting your doll's hair can be a great way to give it a fresh new look. Whether you're trying to remove damaged hair, create a new hairstyle, or just want a fun way to interact with and customize your doll, a simple haircut can be a great activity.
How to Bloom Where You're Planted
The expression "bloom where you're planted" means a person should take advantage of the opportunities they have in their life and be grateful for the present situation. Oftentimes, if you're unhappy with where you're at in life, you may struggle with this...
How to Write a Synthesis Essay
Writing a synthesis essay requires the ability to digest information and present it in an organized fashion. While this skill is developed in high school and college classes, it translates to the business and advertising world as well. Scroll down to Step...
How to Defeat Alduin
A time-travelling dragon who eats the souls of the dead, Alduin the World-Eater appears twice in Bethesda’s The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim to do battle with the player. For both fights, you will have access to the powerful “Dragonrend” shout, which will forc...
How to Show Hidden Columns in Microsoft Excel: Quick Guide
Are you having trouble viewing certain columns in your Excel workbook? This wikiHow guide shows you how to display a hidden column in Microsoft Excel. You can do this on both the Windows and Mac versions of Excel. There are multiple simple methods to unhi...
How to Make Glow in the Dark Stepping Stones
If you want to go above and beyond with a walkway, glow in the dark stepping stones are for you. These stones will look great in your yard or garden, and you can easily make them yourself. All you have to do is decide whether you want to paint stones you...
How to Search Property Records
If you’re looking for certain property records, you actually have a couple of different options. You can either go to the appropriate government office and search for the records in person, or you can look for records online if the town or municipality ha...
How to Fight Off a Kidnapper
The odds that someone attempts to kidnap you are extremely low. However, it’s better to be prepared than caught off guard. In general, you should always try to run away and find help if you can, but fighting is your next best chance if the attacker is una...
How to Take Care of a Pet Skunk
Skunks can be great pets if you get a domesticated one that has come from a breeder. Once you have a pet skunk, you need to learn how to care for it properly. Proper care includes housing it, feeding it, and keeping it happy and healthy. This will take so...
How to Survive when You Run Away
Sometimes when situations get so bad at home you can't bear it, you get the urge to run away. And then you do...but once you have, the daunting question comes: "How will I survive?" Well, this article will guide you through thinking it through.