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Soldering as a Beginner
I have loved tinkering since I was a kid. I dismantled absolutely everything I could get my hands on. Of course, as a kid in the heat of my excitement, a lot of things would break, and as you might guess my father was not a fan of any of this. After a while a new house rule was created. If I took anything apart I had better be able to fix it. This forced me to learn how to solder with nothing more than online articles to teach me. I'd like to share some of the things that have worked for me with anyone who is new to the hobby. If you want to skip all the nonsense and get right to the tips and tool list jump down to the bottom.
Just Another ArticlePublished 6 years ago in LifehackLife Lessons They Don't Teach You in Class
Everyone believes that education and work teach you more than enough about life and some skills; however, this is shockingly not the case.
Whosayn HeadwearPublished 6 years ago in Lifehack10 Super Simple Ways to Clean Your Microwave
Some people don't understand how filthy, messy, and absolutely gross microwaves can eventually get. Since they're mainly used to heat up our meals, it shouldn't be a surprise to discover some filth in the corners of the microwave. Sometimes our food can pop a little from the reaction of the microwave, and bits and pieces of food get stuck on the inner walls and on the bottom. While many of us look past wiping down our microwaves, filth continues to build up the more we use it. And after months of not cleaning it, our microwave looks like a blackhole of utter disgust.
Penny NewtonPublished 6 years ago in LifehackBest DIY Gift Baskets Perfect for Any Occasion
The best route to take when you have not a clue what to gift is the handmade one. And what's easier than gift baskets? As one of the best DIY projects that take little to no time, look adorable, and will please just about anyone, theseDIY gift baskets are a great option.
April DemarcoPublished 6 years ago in LifehackThe Easiest Ways to Make Money, Without Leaving Your Bed
I can remember when I was 12, wishing I had my own money to go to the mall and buy what I wanted with. But, there are laws which make it illegal for anyone under the age of 16 to work, so I was stuck depending on my parents for spending money. One day I thought, "There has to be somewhere online where I can make money." I hopped on Google and sure enough—there were dozens of websites willing to pay me to complete surveys and even watch videos. I QUICKLY signed up and within about two months, my first check came in.
Cheap, Clean, & Content
The word "poorgeoisie" was in circulation a few years ago to describe the current generations’ penchant for low-income frugality with middle-class materialism. I’ve only dumpster dived a few times in my life, but when I did, we had Starbucks muffins for days, with only the faintest hint of old coffee-grounds and used napkins!
Morgan LovellPublished 6 years ago in LifehackMaxed Out
Managing your finances can be a juggling act, especially if you are currently in between jobs or living paycheck to paycheck. When we are in a bind, instead of paying for things with cash, we often resort to pulling out our credit cards to pay for the necessities and even things we want but do not need in life. If you do not have a credit card, the temptation to apply for one or more can result in a downward spiral of debt if you are not careful. Below are a few simple life hacks on how to avoid falling into a debt trap with maxed out credit cards, not to mention the havoc that can result from applying for additional cards and the downward spiral of debt that can potentially lead to filing for bankruptcy. Below are some "do"s and "don't's" when applying for and maintaining credit.
Janelle OuelletPublished 6 years ago in LifehackAin't No Shame to My Thrift Game
Once upon a time, it was shameful to shop in a thrift store. Having to wear other people's closet rejects after they wore them out to threadbare rags, or wearing the clothes of someone that had died, was embarrassing and a clear sign that you or your family was poor.
Diane NivensPublished 6 years ago in LifehackI'd Do Anything for Love (and My Dream Wedding)
$41,167. According to The Knot, that's the average cost of a wedding in New Orleans as of 2017. The national average is $33,391. With a measly budget of $12,000, I'm sure you can image me Googling "cheap weddings in New Orleans" like my life depended on it.
Brandi DuPreePublished 6 years ago in LifehackDIY Backyard Games to Play
Not many people know this, but the outdoors is in stock for a ton of exciting games to partake in. It allows you to appreciate nature more and express your creativity to its fullest! Plus, no one can stay cramped indoors for so long. And especially when the weather outside is gorgeous and just meant to be taken advantage of, there are so many outdoors games to try out. For the majority of them, you don't have to buy anything!
Jennifer VioletPublished 6 years ago in LifehackBe Careful When Connecting to Public Wi-Fi
As more and more information becomes available online, people naturally feel the need to stay connected to the internet at all times. So much so, that when at home we connect to unlimited Wi-Fi connections and when we’re on the move, we have Internet connectivity activated on our smart phones. Additionally, many of us also plug into public Wi-Fi connections available at marketplaces, shopping malls and generally anywhere we go. Even on airports, college campuses and train stations, people can be found connected to public Wi-Fi connections. While doing so isn’t a bad idea if you wish to save a few bucks or some bandwidth from your phone’s data connection, it’s important to realize that public Wi-Fi connections are prone to dangers such as hacking, password thefts and the like.
Sukriti TanejaPublished 6 years ago in LifehackHow To Make 'Parchment' Paper Using Tea
How many times have you wanted to give your players a physical treasure map, or copy of a crumpled note, as a prop to look at as a hook to get your them more involved in your campaign? If you're like most dungeon masters, you've probably had this urge fairly frequently. But then when you started looking up prices for parchment paper, you decided that your players didn't need authentic-looking props that badly.
Neal LitherlandPublished 6 years ago in Lifehack