Denise Chapman
Dedicated to helping readers learn new skills in crafts and beyond.
Articles by Denise Chapman
How to Repair a Wet Book
Shake any excess water from the book., Remove dirt or debris., Gently apply pressure using a clean, white towel., Wipe...
How to Make Bassoon Reeds
Purchase the tools and materials you will need to make the bassoon reeds., Soak the cane in a glass of water for 4 to...
How to Sell Original Artwork for Profit
Submit your work to a gallery., Sell your pieces at a craft fair., Work with local businesses., Advertise on the news.
How to Make Ethanol Fuel
Obtain legal authorization to produce ethanol., Add fruit to a barrel., Mash the fruit with a pole or other blunt...
How to Make a Dance Solo
Determine the goal of your dance solo., Select appropriate music., Choose a theme for your dance., Decide how you will...
How to Stop Hydroplaning
Be careful during the first few minutes of rainfall., Slow down in wet conditions., Avoid driving through puddles and...
How to Crochet Cable Stitch
Work a foundation chain., Work one row of double crochet., Double crochet into the start of the next row., Work two...
How to Fix a Washing Machine That Stops Mid‐Cycle
Unplug the washing machine., Wait for a minute and then plug the washing machine back in., Open and close the door...
How to Sketch
Get the right materials., Choose your subject., Don't draw too heavily., Try doing a gesture drawing., Gather all...
How to Paint Books
Find books., Design your painted books., Prepare., Paint., Varnish., Display.
How to Remove Dried PVA Glue from Fabric
Boil a kettle., Put rubber gloves on., Find the area of the fabric where the PVA glue has dried on., When the kettle...
How to Remove Dried Blood Stains from a Couch
Check the care label., Spot test your cleaners., Brush away excess blood., Blot the area with water or isopropyl...
How to Clean Epoxy Floors
Dust mop once a week., Vacuum any joints once a month., Clean spills immediately with a soft cloth.
How to Remove Latex Paint Spill from Carpet
Collect excess paint., Blot the paint with a clean cloth., Mix a cleaning solution., Blot the paint with the cleaning...
How to Clean a Wood Fence
Cover the ground around the fence with plastic., Remove heavy debris with a wire brush., Spray the fence down with a...
How to Be a Great Laser Quest Marshal
Play Laser Quest as a player., Be enthusiastic about Laser Quest., Be polite and friendly to all customers, whether...
How to Make a Neos Yu Gi Oh! Deck
Get the Neo Spacians., Add other monsters., Get the fusions., Include support cards., Use staples., Pendulum variant...
How to Do Unknown Prospecting in eBiz
Get ready for rejections., Wear nice and decent clothes., Be humble., Select people to whom you wanna talk., Have a...
How to Check Your Visa Status
Visit the website., Select your Visa Application Type., Select your interview location., Enter your Immigration Visa...
How to Build a Storage Shed
Determine the function of your shed., If you don't have much planning and building experience, you can purchase...
How to File for Bankruptcy in the U.K.
Consider options other than bankruptcy., Gather required financial information., Determine if you need to hide your...
How to Organize a Class Action Lawsuit
Determine your cause of action., Research for other possible plaintiffs., Test the “Four Prerequisites” for a class...
How to Purchase Kitchen Knives
Determine your budget., Think about your knife needs., Decide whether you will purchase individual knives or an entire...