Amy Bobinger, BA

A Complete Guide to French Braiding Hair

A step-by-step guide for creating a simple or lacey French braid The French braid is a beautiful and classic hairstyle and a favorite to many. Although its intricate weave may appear complicated, creating your own Fren...

How to

Apply Fake Nails Without Glue

If you want to apply fake nails but you’d like to avoid using nail glue (or if you just don’t have any on hand), you’re in luck! There are several options you can use to keep fake nails in place. While these techni...

How to

Find a Levi's Style Number

Levi’s has been making jeans since 1873, and they’re still known for the quality and style that made them a household name. Levi’s uses numbers to denote their different styles. Check the label to find the style nu...

How to

Dress for Winter

Cool weather is a fun time for layering on your favorite clothes, but do you need more than that when the weather gets really cold? Luckily, there are ways to stay warm while still looking great! Start with a warm base l...

How to

Cut Men's Long Hair

Cutting a man’s hair in a long style is easy, although it takes a little more work than just cutting it the same length all the way around. If the hair is all the same length, it will look heavy and dull, and it won’...

How to

Wear a Brooch

If you're not familiar with wearing a brooch, it can seem like a tricky accessory. Brooches were once commonly used to accessorize clothing, and they typically have a hinged pin you can use to fasten them to fabric. Whil...

How to

Stretch New Shoes

If you've ever bought a pair of shoes that were too small, you probably didn't wear them long before you started wondering if there was a way to stretch them. While you can't change your shoe much more than a quarter- to...

How to

Apply Eyeshadow (for Beginners)

Eyeshadow can seem like a tricky part of a makeup look. After all, there are so many different colors, not to mention the brushes. Luckily, even if you’re just starting to use makeup, choosing and applying eyeshadow ca...

How to

Push Back Your Cuticles

Perfectly manicured hands can make you look more put-together and refined, but you don't have to spend a lot of money at the salon to have great nails! If you're giving yourself a manicure, take a few minutes to push bac...

How to

Remove Hair Naturally

If you're looking for a natural solution to getting rid of excess body hair, you're in luck! Traditional approaches like shaving, plucking, and waxing can help remove hair right away. On the other hand, some pastes and s...

How to

Stretch the Calves of Boots with Zippers

A nice pair of boots can complement almost any outfit, but if you have curvy calves, it can be hard to find boots that fit just right. Luckily, if you have a pair of zippered boots that fit your feet well but are a littl...

How to

Blend Hair

Having a great hairstyle can make you feel great about yourself, but it's not always possible to visit the salon when you want a new look! Luckily, whether you're trying to cut your hair in a short, blended fade, or you ...

How to

Clean Ugg Boots

Ugg boots are cute, warm, and comfortable, but because they’re made from sheepskin suede and lined with wool, they need to be cleaned carefully. While you do need a few special tools and products to clean your Uggs, li...

How to

Dress if You've Got an Hourglass Figure

The hourglass body type, where your hips and bust are wider and your waist is well-defined, is often associated with curvy sirens like Sophia Loren and Marilyn Monroe. However, you can still be an hourglass figure if you...

How to

Decide Between Cutting Your Hair or Not

Getting a haircut can be a great way to change up your style, but it’s normal to feel a little unsure about getting a new ‘do, especially if you’ve been growing out your hair for a long time. Luckily, there are a f...

How to

Maintain White Hair

Whether you’re a silver fox or you’ve bleached your hair platinum blond in your quest to look just like Marilyn Monroe, white hair is hard to maintain. It has a tendency to look yellow and dull, and white hair is fra...

How to Sharpen & Reshape Tweezers at Home

How to sharpen tweezers & make them good as new Dull tweezers can make hair removal an extremely painful process. They’ll often slip right off the hair you’re trying to pluck, leading to a painful pull. Sometimes the...

How to Curl Your Hair Naturally without Heat

Everything you need to get heatless curls with pins, cold rollers, & more Curly hair can be fun and flirty, but if your hair is naturally straight, you might think you have to use damaging heat to get the curls you crave...

How to

Look Pretty (Preteens)

Once you hit the preteen years, it's normal to start caring a little more about your appearance. Luckily, you probably already have a natural, pretty glow—but it's perfectly okay if you want to start experimenting with...

How to

Bleach Skin Fast

If you have dark spots, recently got too much sun, or want a brighter complexion, you may be interested in bleaching your skin at home. The most effective treatments are over-the-counter or prescription skin-lightening c...