How To: Write a check
Here are step-by-step instructions on how to write a check. 1. Date the check, and ensure it is dated for the day you intend the recipient to cash it.
Here are step-by-step instructions on how to write a check. 1. Date the check, and ensure it is dated for the day you intend the recipient to cash it.
The citizenship card is a document that naturalized Canadian citizens use to prove that they are Canadian citizens. This card is needed to get certain documents such as a Canadian passport. It never expires but it can be updated to include a new picture or name change. Citizens born in Canada do not use the card, they use their birth certificate to prove citizenship. Naturalized citizens can apply for this card and so can people with parents of Canadian descent. People who have previously had...
Horrible at saving money? Creating a savings account to put aside and accumulate money is easier with these strategies.
Is your computer's LCD screen getting so dirty you can barely make out what you're typing. Use a few household ingredients to keep a clear, sharp image on your LCD screen without clouding or scratching it.
PTFE, which stands for polytetrafluoroethylene, is a synthetic fluoropolymer of tetrafluoroethylene, most commonly known as Teflon. Teflon tape is a very thin, white tape used to wrap around the threaded ends of pipes to improve the watertightness of a joint. Though PTFE tape is fairly common thing to use, not many people know how to actually use it properly, or where to use it. A lot use it on compression joints, but you really don't need to unless it leaks. You would use it on a radiator va...
Thinking it's time to give up the juice? If your need to drink has become a problem, quit. This lifestyle change requires planning and ferocious self-discipline, but everyone has it in them.
Looking to give your kitchen a good cleaning this spring? Don't go out and spend a ton of money on sanitizing sprays and cleaning equipment. Cleaning and sanitizing your kitchen is easy, effective, and inexpensive, because everything you need is likely in your kitchen!
Looking to polish up some old jewelry? Your skin, soap, and even the air can dull your gold jewelry. Bring the luster back with a few household items and these five steps.
Steal Kim Kardashian's look for your next big outing with this two-part tutorial on how to put together this beautiful celebrity's makeup look. In part one, our host CMichelle, shows us how to prime our face and apply the shadow. The second half speedily goes through how to line the lids.
Steer clear from empty flattery and malicious social engineering with these tips on how to avoid a player.
Whether or not you're an aspiring magician or just curious, this trick is great to learn. It requires only one prop and only involves a very slight modification.
Reeling a fishing rod has small quirks that can be easily overcome with technique. You Will Need
This origami video tutorial is not for beginners. It's for 3D'ers. Those who fancy the 3D origami sculptures, then watch to see how to origami a 3D Earth globe.
Broken or missing skateboard wheels aren't the end of the world. In just a few minutes, you can replace them.
Hak5 isn't your ordinary tech show. It's hacking in the old-school sense, covering everything from network security, open source and forensics, to DIY modding and the homebrew scene. Damn the warranties, it's time to Trust your Technolust. In this episode, see how to secure remote desktop.
Build up your thighs and butt with this simple, effective exercise. Learn how to do a leg press with this how to video.
With so many long island ice tea recipes, we're bringing you one of the easiest long island recipes to learn. Five whites, some sweet and sour and you're good to go!
Lentils are sold in many varieties and colors: split, whole, brown, green, black, red, white, French. For the most tender, toothsome lentil, one that won’t fall apart in soup, stick with the brown, green, or French (also called “puy”) variety. Watch this howcast video to learn how to make a delicious lentil soup.
There’s no reason to pay big bucks for an Advent wreath when making one yourself is cheap and easy. You Will Need
This 3D animation demonstrates how to fold the famous origami model "Hungry Bat", a great Halloween fold! Just take a piece of square paper, and fold along with this 3D animation to get the Hungry Bat! Memorize it (it's really easy!) and show off your skills at your next Halloween party - or use it as decoration, whether for your costume, or the house. Using paper that's black on one side and white on the other is most effective! The 3D animations explains how to fold the model "hungry bat" t...
Audio is cut out in the beginning, but hang in there, it doesn't effect the tutorial. This is Hello Kitty Inspired Makeup. Hello Kitty's original colors are Red for her bow/overalls, yellow for her t-shirt/nose and white for her skin! But a Red and Yellow look is way too McDonalds looking. So instead, go with a Hello Kitty Pink and Purple! Watch this video to learn how to apply this Hello Kitty inspired makeup look.
Learn how to play "Black" by Tokio Hotel, an acoustic guitar tutorial. Follow along with this demonstration, tabs and lyrics here:
Learn how to play "Hot N Cold" by Katy Perry, an acoustic guitar tutorial. Follow along with this demonstration, tabs and lyrics here:
Tired of eating ho-hum, overpriced takeout for lunch? Try some of these inspired homemade options. You Will Need:
Share the joy of the holiday season with this great homemade Christmas gift from your kitchen. Crank up the Christmas music and invite the kids to come make some gingerbread family kits.
This Halloween, what else could you possibly be besides a blood-sucking vampire? Vampire makeup and costumes never get old, so check out this video tutorial to find out how to apply basic vampire makeup for Halloween.
The slippers in this how-to video are a good example of how the same project, made by the same person, with the same hook and same brand yarn(different color) can create a different size. Both slippers were made with 4-ply Redheart yarn. The only difference is the color. The gray slipper turned out to be larger than the white slipper. Follow along with the instructions as the demonstrator shows the steps for making these cozy slippers. You will need to be able to single croche, slip stitch, f...
Paula Deen makes five-alarm chili and serves it in a biscuit bowl. This cooking how-to video is part of Paula's Party show hosted by Jamie Deen, Paula Deen. Join Food Network's queen of southern cuisine, Paula Deen, for Paula's Party. Expect the unexpected when you drop in on Paula: you never know what's going to happen! Follow along today and learn how to make a five alarm chili in biscuit bowls.
The Neelys spice up kale and white beans for a vegetable dish with a kick. This cooking how-to video is part of Down Home With The Neelys show hosted by Gina Neely. Pat and Gina Neely and their family own and operate some of Tennessee's best and devilishly delicious barbecue restaurants. But when they are relaxing at home in Memphis, they love to create tasty dishes their whole family can enjoy. Now they're ready to share secrets from their famous restaurant dishes along with their tastiest f...
Learn how to make this amazing stir fry. It only takes a few simple steps. Follow along with this Asian cooking how-to video to learn how to make stir fry chicken with sugar snap peas and red peppers. This chicken dish is a tasty and healthy way to incorporate veggies into an recipe. The ingredients you'll need to make this chicken stir fry are: chicken breasts, stir fry oil, red pepper, sugar snap peas, chicken broth, soy sauce, and cornstarch. Serve with fried rice, white rice or even noodles.
Learn how to make one of the all time favorite take out dishes! Follow along in this cooking how to video to learn how to make General Tso's chicken. This recipe is a classic Asian recipe, and now you can prepare it at home. Forget the take out, make General's Tso's chicken tonight. Ingredients for this recipe: chicken breasts, soy sauce, green onions, chicken broth, sugar, soy sauce, white vinegar, Sherry, and hot chili garlic sauce.
This cooking how to video demonstrates the process for velveting chicken for stir fry dishes. Velveting is a cooking process that gives the meat in a stir fry dish that silky and smooth texture that everyone craves. This method of cooking is common in Asian cultures. Follow along with this cooking how to video to learn how to velvet chicken. The ingredients you need to velvet chicken are: chicken cubes, salt, Sherry, egg white, cornstarch, and vegetable oil.
This how-to video from makeup master Judy demonstrates a pretty bridal look inspired by Carried Underwood. She used mostly MAC cosmetics, specifically URBAN DECAY primer potion, MAC "girl friendly" paint pot, MAC "shore leave" E/S, MAC "cork" E/S, MAC "handwritten" E/S, MAC "rice paper" E/S, LOREAL intense liner, REVLON "frilly white" colorstay pencil eyeliner, RIMMEL waterproof mascara, FACEFRONT COSMETICS survival paint primer, MAC "handwritten" E/S, BEAUTIQUE "natural" lip liner, MAC "2N" ...
Your dog travels all around the house all day. Here are five places to remember to keep clean. Watch this how-to video as the Dog Channel offers five places your dog encounters that are important to clean regularly. Remember he always travels to his toys, crate and bed.
Food poisoning, also referred to as food-borne illness, is a gastrointestinal disorder that results from eating contaminated food. . Who is at risk? Anyone can get food poisoning, especially travellers and those who live in tropical climates. Infants, elderly people, and those with serious medical conditions have the greatest risk if they get food poisoning. Pregnant and breastfeeding women also need to be especially careful. Learn about the different causes, symptoms, and treatments of food ...
Check out this instructional science video that demonstrates how to perform the "Lost Labels" experiment. From the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry's teacher curriculum, "No Hassle Messy Science with a Wow", this is an activity about identifying mystery chemicals. You have an array of unknown powders in miscellaneous jars, and the idea is to try to have your students figure out what are all these mysterious white powders. Learn how to perform the Lost Labels science experiment by followi...
Many believe breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Breakfast gets your metabolism going in the morning. After you fasted all night, it actually is your break from your fast. Try these tips for buying breakfast foods in this nutrition how-to video.
This makeup how-to video demonstrates a great neutral, bronze-y, shimmery eye makeup look, designed specifically for Asian monolid eyes, or eyes without a defined crease. The cosmetic products used to create this look are MAC Bare Study Paint Pot, MAC Soba Eyeshadow (MAC 224 Brush), MAC Antiqued Eyeshadow (MAC 224 Brush), MAC Dazzelight Eyeshadow (MAC 217 Brush), MAC Goldmine Eyeshadow (MAC 217 Brush), White eyeliner pencil, MAC Blacktrack Fluidline, Maybelline Define-a-Lash on lower lashes, ...
For all the lovely ladies who are starting to be more adventurous with colors, here's a way to go. Start with gorgeous neutral tones in deeper bronze colors to make your eyes pop! The look designed in this makeup how-to video was specifically created with Asian eyes in mind, to enhance the shape and natural beauty of monolids or eyes with small creases. The cosmetics used to create this look are Smashbox Photo Finish Primer, MAC Studio Fix Powder in NC25, The Make Up Store Microshadow in Ruby...
Forget the Chinese takeout tonight. This cooking how-to video shows you how to make an old Chinese favorite, sweet and sour chicken. Watch this video cooking lesson to learn how to make this chicken dish that is sure to delight your taste bud with the sweet and sour flavors. Serve this Chinese inspire dish over cooked ramen noodles.