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How to Spread Cold Butter

Three ways to make sure you never tear your toast to shreds again.... READ ON

How to Prevent Ice Cream Cone Drips

Never fall victim to a leaky cone again.... READ ON

Karl the Carver Creates Intricate Woodwork

The art of woodworking is alive and well in Norway.... READ ON

These Paper Sculptures Are 3-D Wonders

Behold what happens when paper is broken out of the second dimension.... READ ON

Meet Blue, a Certified Thera-Pig

There's more to this porcine princess than her good looks.... READ ON

The Fondoodler Is Like a Hot Glue Gun for Cheese

Somehow, cheese just got even better.... READ ON

These Cakes Look Like They're From the Future

Cakes that demand to be admired and devoured.... READ ON

How an Artist Turns Wool Into Detailed Pet Portraits

Artist Dani Ives "paints with wool" to create stunning likenesses of beloved pets.... READ ON

Why Miniature Doors Have Been Popping Up Around Minneapolis

These tiny art installations bring a lot of whimsy to the city.... READ ON

Words We Got From the Weather

Weather hides in the unlikeliest of places.... READ ON

Geek Out With These Pop Culture Pies

Enjoy a slice of <em>Tron</em>, <em>Mario</em>, or <em>The Shining.</em>... READ ON

How to Make a Lamp with Your Phone

Mood lighting has never been so easy.... READ ON

There Are Better Ways to Peel an Orange

You could be accessing your afternoon snack way faster.... READ ON

The 200-Year Evolution of the Word 'Gross'

We have the French to thank for this surprisingly versatile word.... READ ON

These Hyperrealistic Drawings Need to be Seen to be Believed

Can you tell the real objects from the expertly drawn ones?... READ ON

How to Rethread a Drawstring

Hoodie ruined by a runaway drawstring? Not for long.... READ ON

Each of These Portraits Is Drawn With a Single Line

Niels Kiené's abstract portraits are even more impressive when you see how he makes them.... READ ON

A Return to Fukushima, Post-Disaster

Five years after the Fukushima nuclear disaster, a photographer captures the utter and abrupt abandonment.... READ ON

These Toys Provide Amazing Physics Lessons

A toy-filled Instagram account that is more than just fun and games.... READ ON

The Intricate Art of Marbling

The marbled designs you see on paper and cloth are part of a uniquely beautiful art form.... READ ON

Watch the Process Behind These Amazingly Detailed Fish Prints

We're falling for these fish prints hook, line, and sinker.... READ ON

These Shimmering, Galactic Watercolor Paintings Look Alive

The way these works move is simply magical.... READ ON

Watch How Towering 'Piescrapers' Are Constructed

These tall creations aren't your grandma's pies.... READ ON

How to Get the Most Out of Mismatched Socks

We've all got a few mate-less socks. Why not put them to good use?... READ ON

How to Replace a Button Without Sewing

Who needs a needle and thread to fix a button? Not you.... READ ON

The Easiest Way to Make Ice Cream Sandwiches

A deliciously clever way to make a sweet treat.... READ ON

How to Keep Your Earbuds From Tangling

Preventing earbud knots is achievable, we promise.... READ ON

How to Prepare an Artichoke

Don't be intimidated by this tricky vegetable.... READ ON

How to Clean Patent Leather Shoes With Milk

The cure for scuffed-up kicks? Check your fridge.... READ ON

A Grown-Up Twist to Spin Art

Who knew watching Spin Art could be so soothing?... READ ON

How to Pick the Perfect Hot Sauce for Any Food

There's a perfect hot sauce for everyone—and everything.... READ ON

How to Keep Guacamole Green

No. More. Brown. Guac.... READ ON

Peppers, Ranked By Spiciness

Is that pepper you're about to eat slightly zippy or inferno-esque? The Scoville Scale will tell you.... READ ON

A Hammer Hack That's Pretty Handy

Looking for an easy hack for home building projects? Nailed it.... READ ON

The Perfect Way to Cut a Cake

Try this method for clean, even slices.... READ ON

Why Is Sliced Bread So Great?

You've probably never stopped to think about it, but sliced bread changed lives—seriously.... READ ON

13 Little-Known Punctuation Marks to Try

When everyday punctuation just can't express what you're feeling, try these guys instead.... READ ON

What is a Penny Worth?

Does it make sense to keep producing cents?... READ ON

How to Make Your Own 'Fruit Fluff' Smoothies

Follow these three tips and you'll never make another lackluster smoothie.... READ ON

This Store is Dedicated Entirely to Pencils

CW Pencil Enterprise is a pretty sharp little business.... READ ON

These Detailed Latte Illustrations Are Caffeinated Works of Art

These detailed creations have to be seen to be believed.... READ ON

This Artist Knits Giant Blankets with Huge Needles Made of PVC Pipe

Jacqui Fink's knitting projects are so massive, she uses needles made from PVC pipe.... READ ON

How to Peel a Boiled Egg with Duct Tape

With this handy-dandy egg-peeling method, you'll never leave tiny pieces of shell all over the counter again.... READ ON

How the Government Got You to Eat Calamari

Your favorite fried appetizer is actually the result of clever government strategy.... READ ON

These Beautiful, Life-Sized Sculptures are Made From Cardboard

Artist Warren King manages to make unique human figures using an overlooked material.... READ ON

No Bottle Opener? Just Grab a Piece of Paper

Here's a helpful trick that'll be fun to show off at parties.... READ ON

How to Fold a Fitted Sheet (You Can Do This!)

It may seem like an impossible task, but by following this strategy you can finally make it happen.... READ ON

Watch How Neon Lights Are Made

It's an illuminating marriage of chemistry and craftsmanship.... READ ON

The Actual Definitions of These Words Aren't What You Think They Are

No, "just deserts" doesn't refer to cake.... READ ON

The Word That Appears in 71 Atlanta Street Names

Out-of-towners might get a little confused.... READ ON

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