Hot Home & Garden How-Tos
How To: Create a natural weed killer
Many commonly used pesticides are harmful to your family and the environment. Watch this video on how to create a natural weed killer for a greener, weed-free home.
How To: Build a secret bat cave
Have you always wanted to be batman but you do not have a hidden cave? Watch this video on how to build your secret bookcase entrance to your bat cave.
How To: Clean shiny surfaces with baby oil
Have those shiny surfaces in your bathroom or kitchen stopped shining? Watch this video to learn how to clean shiny surfaces with baby oil to bring back their glisten.
How To: Turn a garbage can into a homemade compost bin
So you've decided to make your own fertilizer from compost. Watch this video to learn how to construct a homemade compost bin from a garbage can.
How To: Clean picture frames with Jonathon Stewart
Picture frames house precious memories... so don't you want to keep them clean? Watch this video and get tips from Jonathon Stewart on how to clean picture frames.
How To: Remove gum from clothing
All of us know how hard it is to remove gum stuck on our clothes. Luckily, you do not have to throw that garment away just yet. Watch this video on how to remove gum from clothes using some ice, a knife and a small plastic bag.
How To: Remove blueberry stains from fabric
Many people love those delicious, low-calorie and nutrient-packed blueberries... until they get them on their clothes. Blueberry stains are a pain to remove but with these tips, your clothes will be as good as new.
How To: Add compost to soil
Adding compost to your garden soil increases its nutrient content and overall fertility. Watch this video to learn easy and effective methods of adding compost to soil.
How To: Remedy bug bites naturally and organically
Is that itchy bug bite bugging you? Watch this video on how to soothe bug bites using natural and organic remedies.
How To: Clear unwanted desk clutter
Are you tired of going through the desk clutter just to find that one paper that you need? Does the mere sight of your desk stress you out? Watch this video for tips on how to get organized and clear unwanted desk clutter.
How To: Choose exterior paint colors for your home
Are you tired of how your house looks like from the outside? Watch this video and learn how to choose the exterior paint colors for your home from Jackie Craven.
How To: Make and use wheat paste for wallpaper
For a natural alternative to wallpaper or poster glue, consider using wheat paste. This clear, permanent adhesive is used by artists and decorators and is simple to make.
How To: Use a jigsaw in 3 simple steps
Many home projects require cutting, and the jigsaw is a great tool that's easy to operate when you have to start sawing. See how to use a jigsaw in three simple steps.
How To: Choose how and when to use a vise grip
A vise grip is an inexpensive and useful tool that you will make your life a lot easier. See how to operate a vise grip.
How To: Get rid of mice the friendly way
The unexpected visit you get from a mouse probably makes your skin crawl, but you might not feel comfortable killing these unwanted guests. Learn easy and organic tricks for preventing, repelling, and removing mice from your home, the humane way.
How To: Use tips to change your duvet cover
Never again will changing your duvet comforter be a chore--use this quick trick, and bed sheet changing will be a blast. See how to put easily put on your fresh duvet cover.
How To: Remove labels
Recycling old jars into vases or containers is a good way to reuse them, but sometimes it seems like an impossible task to get the sticky labels and goo off of the glass. Check out these all-natural, easy tips, and you'll be label-free in no time.
How To: Remove candle wax
Candles make great decorations and provide good mood lighting, but cleaning up dried wax drippings is never fun. Check out these simple tips for removing candle wax and it'll be history in no time.
How To: Hand paint kid's furniture
Hand paint kid's furniture. Is your child's furniture looking a little worn? Watch how to give a chair or table a punch of color--and some creative flair.
How To: Clean and maintain your juicer
A vegetable juicer is a wonderful appliance to have, but if not cleaned properly, juicers can become a breeding ground for germs and bacteria. Learn how to clean and maintain your juicer.
How To: Use kitchen feng shui tips
Over time, kitchens have been considered the heart of the home. Use feng shui to make it a clean, light, and happy heart for you and your family.
How To: Prune your roses
Want to keep your buds looking their best? Pruning your roses helps create healthy blooms. Find out the proper way to cut stems to promote growth.
How To: Revive a pot bound plant
Is your houseplant in desperate need of some TLC? Learn how to tell if your plant is pot bound and how to transplant it from one container to another.
How To: Tape a room for painting
Before painting any room, you want to ensure that the paint only lands on the wall surfaces you intend to paint. See how to tape room walls and other objects to reduce unwanted splatter.
How To: Paint a ceiling
Painting a ceiling may seem like a daunting task, but you can easily get it done without making a major mess. Find out the best way to paint a ceiling in your home.
How To: Organize your shoe collection
Keeping your shoes in a big pile in the closet is bad for your collection and your sanity. Putting them in order takes just a little effort, for a huge life improvement. Find out how to save time and systematize your closet by organizing your shoes.
How To: Clean your house in ten minutes
Do you have guests coming over on short notice? All you need is 10 minutes and a little direction, and you can have your house looking like a cleaning crew just walked out the door.
How To: Install a toilet correctly
Installing a new toilet may seem like a daunting task, but it will also update the look and feel of your bathroom. Watch this demonstration on how to install a toilet.
How To: Fold a napkin the fancy way
Antique silver requires different care than regular silver pieces. Learn some tips to keep your antique silver shining, including how to clean, polish, and store your silver.
How To: Clean and polish antique silver
Antique silver requires different care than regular silver pieces. Learn some tips to keep your antique silver shining, including how to clean, polish, and store your silver.
How To: Remove grass stains
Trying to remove a grass stain? These complex stains can be a pain to kick, but this surefire cleaning method will have your clothes looking good in no time.
How To: Paint around windows
With so many details and crevices to maneuver, painting around a window can get a little tricky. Try these tips for painting windows so you don't end up with a mess of painted glass.
How To: Remove permanent ink stains
Removing ink stains can be a tough proposition, especially if you're dealing with permanent ink. But try these tips, and even the toughest stain doesn't stand a chance.
How To: Remove ice cream stains
Who doesn't love ice cream? Whoever is doing the laundry after it spills all over your shirt! Try these stain-removing techniques and take the fuss out of ice cream cleanup.
How To: Replace a doorknob
Doorknobs may not be on the cutting edge of decoration, but they certainly contribute to the look of your home. Update shabby doors and closets by replacing your old doorknobs.
How To: Get rid of kitchen smells
Cooking fish and deep frying at home can be real crowd pleasers, but the smelly odors left behind aren't. These quick tips will help leave your kitchen smelling great.
How To: Use clocks in feng shui
Clocks in the house are not bad feng shui if you know where to display them. Find out the best and the worst feng shui areas to display a clock in your home.
How To: Hang a wall sconce
Let there be light! Brighten up a room by hanging a beautiful wall sconce. Check out these tips on how to mount and wire a wall sconce.
How To: Remove a kitchen sink
Your kitchen sink cracked, discoloring, or simply far too old? Then it's probably time to replace it with a sparkling new one. But before you pull out your yellow book to search for a handy man, consider doing it yourself first. No, it's not impossible, and no, you won't end up in the ER - IF you're careful.
How To: Use feng shui crystals
Do you want to bring good feng shui energy into your life? Learn the basics of using feng shui crystals in different rooms of your home.