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How to Overcome the Post‐Vacation Blues
Many people who travel on vacation/holiday find themselves experiencing post-vacation blues, also known as post-vacation or post-travel depression. This condition is marked by an overall decrease in well-being and work productivity following a satisfying...
How to Clean Antique Furniture
Valuable antique furniture will have a layer of grime on its surface from years of exposure to dust, dirt and fumes. If you want to clean up antique furniture, be gentle. You do not want to damage the furniture by using harsh chemical cleaners. Make sure...
How to Paint Pine
If your unfinished pine furniture, cabinet, or paneling looks a little lackluster, a fresh coat of paint may be just what it needs. Painting pine is a simple project you can do yourself, but before you grab a paintbrush, there are a few tips and tricks yo...
How to Start a Dog Rescue
People with a passion for dogs and compassion for the ones that are neglected and homeless might find themselves wanting to start a dog rescue to make a difference in these animals' lives. The numbers of dogs abandoned and surrendered to shelters and poun...
How to Plan a Presentation
Presentation planning is a useful and necessary skill in the professional world as well as school. Whether you need to sell a product, or get a passing grade in your class, planning a presentation takes time and dedication. You will want to figure out the...
How to Dilute Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil is an ideal treatment for many beauty ailments, such as acne and a variety of other skin-related issues, but it can also be mixed with other ingredients to be an all-natural, non-toxic cleaner. Due to its antibacterial and antifungal properti...
How to Make String Art: A Fun & Easy DIY
Looking for a cute way to spruce up your home? Well, look no further because we have the perfect, customizable craft for you! String art is super simple, fun, and quick to do—not to mention the design options are absolutely endless. In this article, we’ll...
How to Get a Second Date
In the age of online dating, getting a first date may feel like a snap. The second date, though, may be a lot harder to score, maybe making you curious about how you can improve your chances the next go-round. There are so many easy (and fun!) ways to mak...
How to Learn to Love Your Curly Hair
Curly hair: it can be the bane of your existence, but if you treat it right, your hair can be a beautiful and bountiful expression of who you are! If you've been wanting to rock your curls more, work on figuring out what your curly hair type is, as that c...
How to Insulate a Garage Door
In a lot of garages, the only thing protecting the inside from the elements is a thing sheet of metal or wood. If you spend a lot of time in your garage or have living spaces sitting over your garage in your home, this thin layer of protection may become...
How to Renew a Canadian Passport
Canadian passports are issued to Canadian citizens for the purpose of international travel and identification. Depending on circumstances, Canadian passports need to be renewed every 2, 5, or 10 years. Check the expiration date on your passport to learn w...
How to Paint on Plastic
Plastic is a tricky surface to paint. Unlike wood, plastic is not porous, so the paint has little to stick to. With the right amount of preparation, however, you can paint plastic with success. Keep in mind, however, that depending on the type of paint an...
How to Smoke Cheese
Smoking cheese imparts a nutty, smoky flavor quite unlike any fresh cheese. Because cheese can ooze or sweat at temperatures above 90 °F (32 °C), you'll need to use a "cold smoke" method. You can purchase cold smokers for this purpose, but doing it with a...
How to Air Dry Parsley
Drying herbs is an excellent way to preserve them once they have stopped growing for the season. Dried parsley can add an extra sizzle to your dish in terms of color and flavor. Air drying is both cost effective and easy. Follow these steps to learn how t...
How to Style Curly Hair for Volume
If you have fine, curly hair or you just like to rock big curls, you might be wondering how to pump up the volume. It can be challenging to add volume to curly hair without creating frizz, but luckily it’s entirely possible. In order to style your curly h...
How to Clean a Garden Sprayer
Having a garden sprayer is essential to any gardener, landscaper, or homeowner keeping up with lawn maintenance. Garden sprayers distribute pesticides and herbicides (weed killers) from a reservoir tank, through a wand and spray nozzle, and out onto your...