Amy Bobinger, BA

How to Plant an Onion That Has Sprouted to Get New Onions

If you find a sprouted onion, don’t throw it out—regrow it with this guideIf you notice a green sprout emerging from the top of an onion, it means it's trying to regrow. By separating the sprouts inside an onion’s ...

The Easiest Way to Fold a Fitted Sheet

While the elastic corners on a fitted sheet are helpful for keeping them on a mattress, they make folding the sheets a real pain. If you've ever gotten frustrated and stuffed your fitted sheets in your linen closet in a ...

Get Rid of Scratches on a Glass Cooktop Like a Pro

From buffing out minor scuffs to filling in deep scratchesGlass cooktops have a lot of benefits—they’re slicker and easier to clean than traditional metal cooktop. Unfortunately, glass cooktops do tend to get scratch...

How to Prune a Plum Tree for a Beautiful Shape & Fruit Production

A year-by-year guide to shaping and pruning plum trees Plum trees need to be pruned once a year to help them retain a healthy shape and produce abundant fruit. You’ll use the same basic techniques each time you prune, ...

How to

Use a Cutting Torch

An oxy-acetylene torch, also known as a blow torch, is a dangerous cutting system, but it’s also a powerful and useful tool if you need to cut steel. By creating a safe work environment and carefully monitoring the pre...

How to

Prune Plumeria

Plumeria, also called frangipani, is a small tree known for its beautiful, fragrant flowers. Plumeria trees are easy to care for, making them a popular option for houseplants, but they can start to grow leggy if they’r...

How to

Remove Mildew Smell from Clothing

If damp clothes sit for too long, they can develop an unpleasant, musty smell due to the presence of mildew. In addition, mildew in your washing machine can leave the same smell in your clothes, even if you dry them imme...

How to

Fold Curtains That Are Too Long

Curtains can be pricy, so if you accidentally bought a set that are too long, you're probably not in a big hurry to replace them. However, you're probably also not super excited about seeing your curtains puddled on the ...

How to Replace & Attach Garden Hose Fittings

Learn the best ways to fasten a hose to any connectorIf you spend a lot of time in your yard, you already know how essential a good garden hose is. But if it's leaky or the attachments are worn out, how do you go about c...

How to Stop a Sink Faucet Handle from Leaking Water

Save money and avoid water waste with this quick tutorialA leaky faucet handle can be annoying, but luckily, it's one of the easiest plumbing problems to fix yourself. All you need to do is dismantle the handle and repla...

3 Ways to Propagate Roses: Expert Tips for Beginners

Plus, how to care for your roses as they grow and become establishedMaybe you’ve just seen the most perfect tea rose at a friend’s house, or perhaps you have a gorgeous climbing variety that you’d love to clone. Wi...

Simple & Effective Ways to Get Rid of Ants in Your Home or Bedroom

Tips for getting ants out of the house for good (that actually work)Having ants in your house can be a pesky, frustrating problem. Fortunately, most ants are easy to get rid of! As long as you're diligent about keeping a...

How to

Survive an Abduction or Hostage Situation

It's really scary to think about being abducted or taken hostage, but knowing how you should handle the situation can help you feel calm and focused if it does happen. While the best thing you can do is to avoid an attac...

Replacing a Lamp Socket Switch or Cord Switch

Easy step-by-step guide for beginnersLamps are a stylish way to bring soft light into a room, but it can be frustrating when your lamp switch stops working. Instead of throwing your lamp away, try installing a new socket...

How to

Prevent Hyacinth Flowers from Flopping

Hyacinths are a beautiful spring flower with an intoxicating fragrance. However, the flowers tend to be top-heavy, which can cause the narrow stem to snap. Whether your hyacinths are planted in your garden or arranged in...

A Complete Tankless Water Heater Cleaning and Maintenance Guide

Tips for servicing your tankless water heaterOver time, a tankless water heater can accumulate minerals that can build up on and erode the walls inside your tank's heating chamber. To properly maintain and clean your tan...

How to

Give Plants Iron

If your plants are low in iron, you may notice that the leaves start to take on a yellow, spidery look. Luckily, there are a number of different ways to treat this, depending on the severity of the problem. For a tempora...

Why Your Shark Steam Mop Isn’t Steaming (& How to Fix It)

Best troubleshooting tips for your Shark Steam Mop Shark Steam Mops are great for cleaning and sanitizing hard floors, but what if yours stops producing steam? Fortunately, this is a fairly common issue, and with a littl...

How to

Tie Curtains

Methods for store-bought and homemade curtain ties Curtains add a beautiful touch to any window, and they're great when you want to block out the light. If you want to let the sun into your room, though, you can use ti...

How to

Use a Magic Bullet

The Magic Bullet is a compact blender with a powerful motor that makes quick work out of chopping, blending, grinding, and more. The Magic Bullet is easy to use, so grab your favorite ingredients and whip up a smoothie o...