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How To: Iron pleated pants
Watch this series of videos and Marti Swanson will teach you how to iron pleated pants. Part 1 of 9 - How to Iron pleated pants.
How To: Iron pants without pleats
In this video series, watch as professional homemaker Marti Swanson teaches how to iron pants without pleats.
How To: Iron khaki pants
In this video series, watch as professional homemaker Marti Swanson teaches how to iron khakis pants without pleats.
How To: Clean your shower head
In this how to video series, learn how to clean your shower head from home improvement expert Adolph Ramirez. He will give you expert tips for cleaning a shower head including what tools you will need and why it is important to clean your shower head. Adolph will demonstrate how to remove a shower head, how to inspect the water pipe in your shower, how to inspect the restrictor disk, how to clean a shower head, how to use a brush to clean your shower head, how to clean all the parts of a show...
How To: Iron pleated khaki pants
Marti Swanson will demonstrate how to iron inside pockets, how to deal with fabric stains when ironing, how to iron khaki pants inside out, how to iron the leg cuffs, how to iron the outside of khaki pants, how to iron the pleats of khaki pants, how to iron the waist of khaki pants, and how to iron a crease into khaki pants.
How To: Iron slacks
Marti Swanson will give you step-by-step instructions for ironing your nice dress pants, with expert tips on preparing the pants for ironing, ironing the waist band and ironing the seams. Get advice on ironing the pant legs and inner legs of your slacks, as well as tips on ironing darting and zippers.
How To: Control pests with a live trap release system
Control wild animals and pests with this system. This is designed and built as a simple live trap release system so one could safely open and release a live trap from behind the trap and away from the animal's exit from the trap.
How To: Control pests with a more effective mouse trap
Need a more effective and efficient mouse trap to cure your home of a rodent infestation? Here's a trick. Really all you need is some duct tape!
How To: Remove red wine stains with milk
If you don't have one of those fancy brand name stain removers you could always use 100 ml of milk to get rid of that red wine stain on you shirt. It works on white clothes as well.
How To: Iron men's dress shirts
In this video series, our expert will teach you how to iron a men's dress shirt. You will learn each easy to follow step for preparing dress shirts for ironing, ironing the neck, the sleeves, the front and back.
How To: Get Glass Spotless with Newspapers
This video will show you how to get glass spotless with newspaper! Fast and easy! NO MORE PAPER TOWEL! NO MORE WHITE STREAKS!
How To: Use a vacuum cleaner
In this video series, our expert will demonstrate how to use a vacuum cleaner. You will learn how to use a variety of vacuums including an upright bag vacuum and a self propelled vacuum.
How To: Steam clothes
In this online video series, learn from our expert how to steam wrinkles out of your clothes. Part 1 of 14 - How to Steam clothes.
How To: Organize your life
In this organization tips video clip series, our expert will demonstrate the essential steps necessary for beginning to organize your home. Assessing the situation, cleaning, ordering and discarding or consolidating products and belongings are all a big part of the organizational process, and you will see demonstrations of these techniques for the front entryway, living room, home office and kitchen. Also get some extensive tips on how to organize your closets. Use these video guidelines to g...
How To: Iron a dress shirt
In this clothing care video series, learn how to iron and press a dress shirt, so that you never find yourself in this scenario and potentially ruin your chances at career advancement. Our expert will show you how to use and ironing board, how to fill the iron with water, starching tips, how to iron under buttons, how to press sleeves and cuffs, and more tips to make ironing a snap. Show the world how much pride you take in your appearance by learning how to press a dress shirt.
How To: Wrap cords neatly
The goal: a way to wrap up cords (headphones, power, etc.) without ties or velcro straps that's fast, doesn't come undone, and is quick to undo. Wrap cords neatly.
How To: Change your air conditioner's air filter
This video demonstrates how to change the air filter in your home air conditioner or heater. Changing your air filter will help keep your furnace or air conditioner working properly and more efficiently.
How To: Fix odor from a basement floor drain
Bob Fenwick shows us how to detect where odors in your basement are coming from and how to correct them.
How To: Clean a granite countertop
With the proper care, your granite or marble countertop will stay new-looking for years. Stone is one of the easiest surfaces to maintain. And granite, being 7 on the Mohs hardness scale of 1 to 10, is virtually unscratchable.
How To: Winterize your home and garden
To save energy, protect your garden, and keep warm during the winter follow these simple tips to winterize your home.
How To: Pet proof your house
Reviews of products used to protect your home, family, and other pets. Also, we'll have a look at the legal side of pet damage in a rental property and how to prevent it.
How To: Remove stains
Martha shows how to remove stains. There is no single technique or product that takes care of every spot and spill, but with the right information and supplies, many stains can be removed. Remove stains.
How To: Prevent dust mites
Learn how to protect your home from dust mites and all other critters. They explain about moisture and how to get rid of it. If you have moisture, mites and bugs will come. Use pillow covers and air purifiers to help fight mites. Prevent dust mites.
How To: Properly hang clothes
Martha answers a viewer's letter about the best way to hang clothing. Do you know we wear 20 percent of our wardrobe 80 percent of the time? That means the majority of your clothes spend most of their life span hanging in the closet. Hangers can sometimes leave bumps and humps on your sweaters and shirts. Here are some helpful tips for the best way to hang clothes. Properly hang clothes.
How To: Remove crayon stains
Martha Stewart shows how to remove crayon stains from clothing. You will need mineral spirits (artist-grade and odorless), clear liquid dishwashing detergent, isopropyl alcohol, applicator bottle, cheesecloth or tamper, hairdryer, optional, plastic spoon or bone scraper and white towels. Remove crayon stains.
How To: Iron towels - at least the basics
Hots girls teaching you how to iron towels, what more do you want?
How To: Remove gum from your shoes with peanut butter
If you ever stepped in gum, this is the video for you. Learn how to take household peanut butter and remove that pesky gum from your show. eave your shoes smelling better than before and maybe make yourself a sandwich while removing gum from your shoe with peanut butter. Remove gum from your shoes with peanut butter.
How To: Keep pesky animals out of the trash can
Sick of the dog or neighborhood raccoon tearing up your trash and making your house or yard a mess? This video will teach you to use ammonia to keep pesky animals out of the trash can. Keep pesky animals out of the trash can.
How To: Vacuum a seal ziplock bag
Need to vacuum seal some food but you don't have to the money for a vacuum sealer? Learn how to suck the air out and vacuum seal a plastic bag to keep things fresher. Vacuum a seal ziplock bag.
How To: Fold your clothes like a pro
Want to make perfect folds every time? Watch this video to find out how to fold your clothes like a pro. This video will teach you the simple, Japanese, and the automatic fold. Fold your clothes like a pro.
How To: Fold socks
Did you know there was a proper way to fold socks? Get clean, organized, and have more space after you watch this video and learn the correct way to fold socks Fold socks.
How To: Fold trousers without creases
Clive Gilkes of London tailors Richard Anderson Ltd, demonstrates how to fold trousers without creasing them. To do this, just fold the pants right after ironing them, lay them flat, smooth them out, fold them over, and fold them in thirds. Fold trousers without creases.
How To: Fold a shirt in 2 seconds
Amaze you friends and family with this neat shirt folding trick. The video, without narration, walks you through folding a t-shirt in only 2 seconds.
How To: Clean & polish silver
You can keep your sterling silver pieces shining with these polishing tips. Learn how to clean silver with both polishing paste and liquid cleaner.
How To: Clean your microwave with lemons
This video shows how to clean your microwave with a quick and easy tip. Using a bowl, some lemons, water and patience, your microwave will come out smelling fresh and clean.
How To: Clean a CD-DVD with home products
Video tutorial shows how to properly clean a DVD/CD using only toothpaste or water. Once the CD/DVD is moistened with water, place toothpaste over the CD/DVD. Watch video for best results.
How To: Iron a shirt
This video will teach you how to iron your dress shirts so you look your best. Learn how to iron cotton and synthetic fabrics! You will need a steam iron, an ironing board, a spray bottle with water, and of course a cleanly laundered shirt. No more wrinkles! Remove the creases and get a more professional, put-together look. Iron a shirt.
How To: Iron trousers
This video will teach you how to iron your trousers or dress pants so you look your best. Also learn how to iron in a crease! You will need a steam iron, an ironing board, a spray bottle with water, and of course a clean pair of pants. Remove the wrinkles and get a more professional, put-together look. Iron trousers.
How To: Care for your wooden spoons
This video shows you how to care for your wooden spoons. Mineral oil is the best thing to use on your wooden spoons. Mineral oil also works for your wooden cutting boards and counter top.
How To: Clean picture frames
Jacqueline Hanson shows how to clean picture frames properly. Rubber gloves, a duster, cleaning spray, and paper towels make for an easy cleaning project in this video. Clean picture frames.