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How to Pan for Gold

Fill your pan so it is ¾ full of gravel., Shake the pan vigorously several times., Stop shaking the pan and begin using...

21 steps 6 min Advanced
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How to Pan for Gold in Alaska

Position the grizzly over your gold pan., Prepare for the gold panning process., Begin panning for gold., Tilt the pan...

5 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Prospect for Gold

Determine where prospecting is permitted., Study mining records and the geology of mining districts., Obtain sufficient...

6 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Refine Gold

Place your gold jewelry, gold powder or nugget inside of a crucible., Place the crucible on a fireproof surface. , Aim...

31 steps 3 min Advanced
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How to Spot Fake Gold

Weigh the gold., Measure the size., Calculate the density of your gold., Check for a stamp., Look for discoloration.

5 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Start Collecting Pokerwork

Select an era or a theme to collect by., Have a deep pocket and/or a good eye for a bargain., Look for solid timber...

7 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Sell Diamonds

Find a qualified appraiser., Tell the appraiser you want to sell your diamonds., Get as much information as possible...

12 steps 6 min Advanced
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How to Make Bead Earrings

Gather your materials., Add your beads., Continue adding beads., Use a pair of round-nose pliers to bend the top of...

7 steps 3 min Medium
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How to Tell Crystal from Glass

Look at the object’s thickness., Test the clarity of the object., Hold the object up to the light.

3 steps 1 min Easy
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How to Tumble Stones

Wash off stones, and brush off debris., Assemble a batch of stones with similar properties., Add stones to the tumbler...

11 steps 1 min Medium
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How to Use a Sluice for Gold

Find an area to start your search., Set your sluice box directly in the current so that the box is filled with water...

9 steps 4 min Medium
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How to Value Antique Trunks

Measure the size of your antique trunk., Try to determine what time period it comes from., Objectively determine its...

10 steps 1 min Medium
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How to Throw a Cylinder

Even before throwing (which is the term used when making a pot on the wheel) you need to make yourself comfortable...

12 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Make Beaded Tassels

Measure the desired length of the tassel., Determine the number of trailers you want., Cut a length of upholstery...

11 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Make Beaded Curtains

Measure the window or doorway that you plan on having the curtains in., Cut a ¾-inch (1.91-centimeter) diameter wooden...

15 steps 6 min Advanced
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How to Create a Faux Fur Pom Pom

Cut your faux fur into a circle., Baste along the edges of the circle., Pull the ends of the thread., Stuff the...

5 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Make a Rope Basket

Wrap a metal pail with parchment paper or freezer paper to serve as the mold for your basket, then set it aside.You can...

15 steps 3 min Advanced
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How to Operate a Segway

Make sure your Segway is fully charged by monitoring the battery indicator on the LCD panel., Turn the Segway on by...

10 steps 1 min Medium
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How to Buy Scooters in India

Determine your budget., Figure out your expectations for the scooter's use., Think about the intended users of the...

8 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Live in an RV

Evaluate your reasons., Get a consensus., Practice before committing., Learn about licensing laws., Prepare a backup...

17 steps 9 min Advanced

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