• An Introduction To Responsible Consumption
A simple, stress-free guide to changing corporate behavior and helping your community by reevaluating what you buy.
• Andrew's Chocolate-Peanut Butter Pie Recipe
A delicious dairy and egg-free, kosher, no-bake dessert that's free of refined sugar and easy to make.
• Andrew's Spicy Autumn Soup Recipe
Great for vegetarian and vegan Thanksgiving guests, this soup is tasty, simple and quick!
• Be 'The Scarecrow' From 'Batman Begins'
The Dark Knight may be cool, but wouldn't it be fun to play a bad guy?
• The Care & Feeding Of Vegetarians
(or What To Do When You Can't Avoid Them Anymore)
A practical, humorous guide for vegetarians and those trying to feed them. Includes what vegans & vegetarians eat, common foods that will suit them, recipe substitutions, prepackaged food recommendations and how to find a restaurant that you'll all enjoy.
• Cool Roofs: What, Why, How & How Much?
Learn how to lower your electric bill, reduce smog, mitigate urban heat islands and offset global warming, all just by using a cool roof!
• Earth Day Projects That Make A Difference
Give a present to the planet by choosing a hands-on activity that improves our environment year-round.
• Giving Thanks: Learning Gratitude, Teaching Gratitude
Thankfulness is one of the most important life skills a person can develop. Learn how to dramatically improve your outlook by making this simple process an everyday habit.
• How To Buy Or Make A Frugal Santa Costume
Playing Santa can get expensive! Learn how to do it on the cheap. Includes a no-sew version, and where to find low cost accessories.
• How To Choose A Gift They'll Like
Learn how to avoid common pitfalls, get tips on figuring out what your recipient would like and find out what to do if all else fails.
• How To Choose A Vacuum Cleaner
Learn how to buy a vacuum that will meet your household's needs. Includes what to look for, recommended brands, how to find them for less and much more.
• How To Clean Your Computer Mouse
Learn how to fix those sticking pointer and jerking cursor problems by simply cleaning your mouse.
• How To Detect & Avoid Counterfeit Art
Learn how to ensure that your art investment won't be an investment mistake, and at the same time, help your favorite artists. This tutorial is aimed primarily at low-cost oil paintings.
• How To Find & Thank Those Who Have Helped You
Has a good samaritan helped you out in the past? Why not give them some gratitude? We'll show you how to track them down.
• How To Get Rightside Up On An Upside Down Car Loan
If you owe more on your car than it's worth, don't worry! There are a number of ways to get back in the black.
• How To Get Your Pet To Like Car Rides
If your dog or cat has you ready to scream during trips to the vet, here's just what the doctor ordered. Learn how to end your pet's fear of riding in a car.
• How To Help Scientists Help You
You can help cure cancer, save endangered species, stop global warming and more!
Distributed Computing
Volunteer Observers
Amateur Scientists
• How To Improve Your Singing Voice Instantly
Want a better singing voice? Follow these tips to get better tone, breath control and pitch in no time...er...flat.
• How To Juice Aloe
Aloe gel helps heal sunburns, minor cuts and rashes, moisturizes skin and much more. Make your own at home!
• How To Make A Handmade Greeting Card
A homemade card beats store-bought or computer generated cards every time. Learn how to create an individualized work of art they'll treasure.
• How To Make A Jack Sparrow Pirate Costume
A comprehensive guide to becoming the hottest pirate in the Caribbean, from his iconic hat to the coat, pants and even hair that make him unique.
• How To Make A Lex Luthor Costume
Put Superman in his place by becoming Lex Luther, super villain, arch nemesis and sharp-dressed man.
• How To Make A Matrix Costume
Get costuming tips & learn where to find patterns, coats, boots, sunglasses, gloves and more for Trinity, Neo, Morpheus, Agent Smith, The Twins and Niobe.
• How To Make A Valerian Bag For Your Cat
We humans may not care for the smell of valerian, but cats love it more than catnip. Here's how to create a valerian toy.
• How To Make Your Photos Smaller
Learn to resize your digitized and digital photographs so that they'll fit comfortably into emails and webpages.
• How To Play Guggenheim
This fun word game helps to improvement memory, is an excellent study aid and requires only a pencil and a sheet of paper.
• How To Remember Your Dreams
Remember your dreams with this simple approach. Let your subconcious help you solve problems, make decisions and boost your creativity.
• How To Safely Dispose Of Sensitive Documents
From account statements to correspondence, the papers you throw away could be an identity thief's goldmine. Learn which documents present a risk and how to protect yourself.
• How To Save On Food
Get the scoop on discount groceries, local goods, warehouse memberships, coupons, dining out, bulk food and much more.
• How To Spot & Prevent Friendly Spam
Chain Letters
Urban Legends
Email Petitions
Virus Alerts
Time Killers
• How To Type
Use this short, basic typing guide to get you started on the path to keyboard proficiency!
• How To Use Cake Mascara
The best brands and applicators, how to apply, and downsides you may want to consider.
• How To Write A How-to!
Pass on your knowledge. Write a successful instructional article using these tips.
• Jewelry Solutions
Learn how to cope with nickel allergies, and sagging or torn earlobes & other piercings.
• Leela Futurama Costume
Make a Turanga Leela costume, as seen in the animated series 'Futurama'.
• Make A Double Jar Candle
Here's a craft that's fast, cheap & easy to make, and can even change with the seasons. A great gift or home decoration!
• Make A 'Little Astronaut' Christmas Ornament
Is there a fan of planets and stars in your family? Put them inside a space helmet with this whimsical ball decoration.
• Make A Puzzle Saver
Learn how to make a jigsaw puzzle saver. Keep your table clear without losing your work.
• Make A Rubeus Hagrid Costume, As Seen In The Harry Potter Movies
Half wizard, half giant and all hero... Who wouldn't want to be Hagrid, Hogwart's Keeper of Keys and Grounds?
• Read & Write Non-English Letters In Webpages
Resumé, fiancé, cliché... English is international, so here's how to view & create letters with accent marks and more.
• Save Money On Gas & Help The Environment
Learn how to "green" the car you have, find a more fuel efficient car, or better yet, move to a hybrid or electric vehicle; plus how to go car-free, car sharing, car pools, public transportation and more.
• Super Simple, Super Fast Potato Gnocchi Recipe
Need a dish in no time? This delicious potato gnocchi recipe is a real crowd-pleaser, even for those on special diets, like guests with lactose intolerance and vegans.
• Thanksgiving For One: More Fun Than You Think!
Find out how to have a great holiday, even if you're by yourself.
• The Ultimate Guide To Cheap Travel
This comprehensive guide will show you more ways to save than you ever thought possible. No matter how seasoned a traveler you are, you're bound to learn something new! Chapters include:
Memberships With Travel Discounts
Air Travel
Consolidators & bucket shops, finding the best dates, getting bumped, alternate airports, budget airlines, flying as a courier, air miles, reverse auctions
Other Transportation Options
Auto driveaway, car rental, auto clubs & roadside assistance, RV rental, motorcycle rental, bus, subway, ferry and train/rail
Lodging & Accommodation
Extended stay hotels, timeshare rentals, low cost hotels & motels, home exchanges, housesitting, hostels, dorm room rentals
Lodging & Accommodation, continued
Personal retreats, homestays, camping, park passes, commercial campgrounds, RV camping, miscellaneous
Multi-Stop Trips
Tour deals, cruise deals, travel auctions, travel clubs, air passes, trips around the world
Working Vacations
Short-term jobs, volunteer vacations
• Veterans Day, Remembrance Day, Armistice Day - Activities
Regardless of what your country calls this holiday, the meaning is the same... a day dedicated to honoring veterans and the cause of world peace. This how-to gives a brief historical background and provides activities and crafts for people of all ages:
Some History & How To Help Vets
Peace Crafts & Projects
• Webmaster In A Week! - The Simple & Cheap Method
This step-by-step tutorial will show you how to go from having no computer at all to being a webmaster... fast and inexpensively. You don't even have to have any previous technical knowledge! Chapters include:
Get a computer
Find an ISP
Learn before you leap
Secure a domain name
Find space for your site
Create your site
Promote your site
Where to submit your site
Loose ends
• What To Do If You Lose Or Find A Pet
Step-by-step instructions for reuniting missing and found pets with their humans, plus prevention and preparation tips so that lost animals can find their way home.
• What To Do With A Junk Car, Truck, RV, ATV Or Boat
Learn about your vehicle disposal options, and where to go for help. Possibilities include selling, parting out, donating to charity or just getting it towed for free.
• World's Shortest HTML Tutorial
We can't prove that it's the shortest, but we haven't seen a briefer one yet. Learn HTML fast. You won't believe how simple it is!