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How to Get a Military ID
A United States military I.D. stands out from any government issued card. Not anyone in the world can get one. There are multiple types of military ID cards. In general, however, there are military ID cards for those who are in the military, those who...
How to Study for an Online Class
Online courses can be a more convenient, and sometimes cheaper, means of learning. If you signed up for an online class, however, sometimes concentrating on studying can be difficult. As you often absorb the material on your own time, you may struggle to...
How to Grow Dahlias
Dahlias are beautiful perennial plants and are relatively easy to grow. The plants produce attractive, large flowers in a variety of colors, and generally bloom late in summer or early fall. Most people grow dahlias from tubers, which are easy to purchase...
How to Hang a Heavy Picture
The simplest way to hang pictures on the wall is to hammer a nail into the wall. Pictures that weigh over 20 lbs. (9.1 kg) are considered too heavy for hanging on a wall without proper reinforcement. To ensure that your picture doesn't come crashing down...
How to Apply Natural Makeup for Brown Eyes
Because brown is neutral and doesn't have an opposite on the color wheel, all colors complement brown eyes to some degree.[1] X Research source While bold colors like deep purples, bright blues, and metallic shades may make brown eyes stand...
How to Write a Seminar Paper
A seminar paper is a work of original research that presents a specific thesis and is presented to a group of interested peers, usually in an academic setting. For example, it might serve as your cumulative assignment in a university course. Although semi...
How to Survive a Lion Attack
Safaris through wildlife reserves are a thrill ride. Now, the popularity of walking safaris is growing, and these are more thrilling than ever before. Along with the thrill comes a heightened amount of danger. While most lions flee from people, even while...
How to Make Thumbnails on Windows, Mac, & Mobile Devices
A thumbnail is a reduced-size image of a photo or video image. They are used on websites to link to images and videos. This wikiHow teaches you how to create thumbnail images using different photo editing programs.
How to Play Beach Volleyball
Beach volleyball is played on a beach or a sand court with teams of two players each. It is an Olympic sport and is played in the summer Olympic Games, which take place every four years. The object of the game is to serve the volleyball over the net and g...
How to Wallpaper a Ceiling
Hanging wallpaper is an easy, popular way to decorate your home. Typically, wallpaper is applied to the walls, but hanging wallpaper on the ceiling is growing more and more popular. You can wallpaper your ceiling to match the wallpaper on your walls, or y...
How to Help Someone with Bipolar Disorder
Living with bipolar disorder can be extremely trying on a person's relationships with their friends and family. Struggling with difficult emotions or manic episodes is hard, but it's even more challenging without the support of a good friend. Helping your...
How to Make Candied Ginger
Candied or crystallized ginger is a delicious treat that is very easy to make at home. Peel and slice the ginger root before cooking it until it’s tender. Then crystallize the ginger in sugar in a saucepan and coat each piece in more sugar. You can store...
How to Make Nutcracker Drinks
The nutcracker is an alcoholic beverage known for its high alcohol content and often bright, neon-type color. Most legends trace the drink back to one New York restaurant or another, and today, nutcrackers are often sold on the streets or beaches in clear...
How to Understand Music
Understanding music with lyrics is learning how to listen not just with your ears, but with your brain. There are very few right answers when understanding music, but "right" is not the point. Being able to intelligently talk and think about music is a sk...
How to Draw Eyelashes
Eyes are one of the most finicky and detailed areas of the face. Drawing eyelashes can be especially tough, using hundreds of lines with slight variations. As always, your best weapons for this mission are close observation and plenty of practice.
How to Paint an Old Wooden Chair
There are a lot of possibilities when it comes to painting an old wooden chair. You can paint your wood chair to be a showpiece, a room accent, or to strictly serve a utilitarian purpose. After prepping the chair's surface, apply a design or a solid color...