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Few things are more annoying than a sink that gets clogged easily, forcing you to put the dishes down and wait for the water to drain. Sometimes, it's so bad that the water never drains! Since we've all experienced this frustration, here's how to unclog a sink once and for all. Use Water to Unclog a Sink Although kitchen sinks are one of the most common clogs, these methods also work for shower drains or bathroom sinks. One of the easiest go-to ways to fix a clogged drain is to use boiling water. The blockage in your sink's drain is...

It shows you took the time and effort to make something truly extraordinary. From coasters to cupcakes to potted plants, there are plenty of creative DIY gifts for everyone—including best friends, grandmothers, parents, and party hosts. We’ve collected 57 unique DIY gift ideas that will inspire you to start creating. Keep in mind that the best gifts are both personalized and practical. Something as simple as a cutting board can be decorated or customized in a matter of minutes.     Note your favorite tutorials and try them out the next opportunity you have to give a special gift. And once...

s How do you dispose of your old computer hardware? Some people take old PCs to the local landfill; others wipe the devices and donate them to schools or relatives. Either way, you should aim to make as much use as possible from the components. Some can easily be reused, such as optical drives, USB devices, and RAM. Power supplies (PSU) can also be repurposed, while fans and heatsinks can be reused on other computers. Motherboards, however, are another matter entirely. Here are nine ways you can recycle an old PC motherboard; plus, required equipment and the safety precautions you...

How about an easy #DIY project? Let's Make a Coat Hook!

Hi there, this is Katie.I saw a super cute rope hanging shelf online, but I knew I could make them myself for cheaper. (My super handy husband helped too). All you need is a board, rope, and a nail to hang it from. The boards we used are are ponderosa pine and the rope is a cotton/poly blend that we got from D&B. Ok, you need a few other things. Sandpaper or a sander and a drill or a drill press. Also for a finished look you can either stain or paint your board. We used dark walnut Minwax stain....