Fruit flies suck, but the fruit fly traps you can get from a hardware store can sometimes be environmentally damaging. Here is how you can make a safe fruit fly trap out of a votive glass, plastic wrap and apple cider vinegar.
INSANE what you can do with a truckload of packing tape. Viennese/Croatian design collective For Use/Numen uses the common junk drawer office supply to create massive, self-supportive cocoons that visitors can climb inside and explore. Via Fast Company: "At the last installa ...more
Even the best-maintained kitchens occasionally get a fruit fly infestation. These critters descend, lay eggs (up to 500 at a time!), and then disappear usually only after extreme cleaning efforts (i.e., finally attacking that weird puddle of goo behind your refrigerator). And ...more
Despite being disgusting, houseflies are actually beneficial to humans in a few ways. As scavengers, they help the environment by eating rotting organic matter, and make great food for pet tarantulas. Regardless of the advantages to their existence, having them in your home ca ...more
The method explained in this video is a very simple method to get rid of fruit flies. Materials required for this method are: 1) apple cider vinegar 2) small bowl 3) dishwasher bleach solution Procedure: Fruit flies are commonly seen in many parts of the house, near the ...more
Cleanliness is next to godliness. My interpretation of that age-old adage means that keeping your house clean is just as un-fun and boring as being a goody two shoes. That's why they call things like laundry and doing dishes "chores," I assume. Yuck. Lucky for you, though, we ...more
Fruit flies are nearly as frustrating as ants and equally impossible to eradicate—but there are a few ways to get rid of them. We've already shown you that apple cider vinegar, dishwashing soap, and plastic wrap is a great way to trap and kill fruit flies, but if you just want ...more
Using a dish, liquid dish soap, a lamp, and a candle, you can get rid of fleas in your home with barely any effort. A well-placed flea trap can be the answer to all of those annoying fleas your pet may be bringing inside. Video: .
In this video, a man answer questions sent in by viewers, about various plants. First he covers how to braid a ficus tree trunk. To do that you must grow the trees close together, then trim off the bottom limbs, and braid the trunks. Next he talks about growing miniature roses ...more
Do you have a problem with flies and you're not sure how to get rid of them? In this video, learn how to make a homemade fly trap to get rid of those pesky insects with wings! If you have too many flies buzzing around your house, here's a quick way to make an inexpensive fly t ...more
Jezebel has compiled 8 user-posed questions that address not just the hair-down-there, but any and all shaving and waxing concerns. How do I avoid ingrown hairs? How can I remove lip/chin/facial hair without causing blemishes or scarring? How can I get my legs to stay smooth ...more
I took trap and skeet my senior year of college and couldn't have felt any more badass. Hitting a little orange disc as it flies across the sky may not sound that legit, but trust me, it is very much so. In honor of the age-old shooting game, BioShock: Infinite has the "Skeet ...more
My idea is simple. Buy a ton of fly paper rolls and stick them in someone's room, all over the walls, their things, their clothes, their bed, their TV, etc. Then simply leave the windows open and let nature take it's course. The bonus side to this prank is that even if the vi ...more
It's currently 2011, but when you fire up your game console, put your hands on the controller and play the new Dead Space 2 video game, you're warped into the future— into the year 2511— just 3 years after the events that took place in the first Dead Space. And it's sure to be ...more
Learn how to do reverse flys on a pec deck. Presented by Real Jock Gay Fitness Health & Life. Benefits Fans of the pec deck machine should realize that the pec deck machine's name only gives it half the credit it deserves. Reverse your position and face inward toward the weig ...more
The idea is to trick your roommate into opening a can of oatmeal that will be booby-trapped. The outcome will be hilarious, considering your roommate doesn't punch you in the face. Prank demo. Tools and Materials As far as tools and materials go, you'll need the following: 1 ...more
Recently, buyout talks between Google and Groupon ended with Groupon turning down Google's $6 million offer. But with Amazon backing LivingSocial, should they have? Your guess is as good as mine, but one thing's for sure— Groupon has a great voice, and they're sharing it with ...more
Learn how to exercise by doing the incline reverse dumbbell fly on bench. EXERCISE DETAILS: Primary Muscle Group: shoulders Secondary Muscle Group: lats, levator scapulae, rhomboids, serratus anterior, traps - lower, traps - mid, traps - upper Base Movement: reverse fly Equipm ...more
Learn how to exercise by doing the standing reverse fly with tubing high to low. EXERCISE DETAILS: Primary Muscle Group: shoulders Secondary Muscle Group: lats, levator scapulae, pec minor, rhomboids, traps - lower, traps - mid Base Movement: reverse fly Equipment: tubing Trai ...more
Ouch! Is your baby's bottom red and sore? Say goodbye to diaper rash with these tried-and-true remedies. You Will Need: * Diapers * Diaper-rash cream * Unscented baby wipes * Unscented, alcohol-free soap * Washcloths * A squirt bottle (optional) * Cotton balls (optional) * War ...more
The right combination of an appropriately awkward protagonist, a clever script with , and truly remarkable animation (including 3-d flying scenes that trump anything in ), made this flick a blast from start to finish. When he finds the fallen dragon, injured and helpless in t ...more
Learn how to exercise by doing the bent over reverse cable fly. EXERCISE DETAILS: Primary Muscle Group: shoulders Secondary Muscle Group: lats, rhomboids, traps - mid Base Movement: reverse fly Equipment: cable Training Type: weight training Level of Difficulty: 4 Sport Specif ...more
Learn how to exercise by doing the reciprocal reverse dumbbell fly. EXERCISE DETAILS: Primary Muscle Group: shoulders Secondary Muscle Group: lats, rhomboids, traps - mid Base Movement: reverse fly Equipment: dumbbell Training Type: weight training Level of Difficulty: 5 Sport ...more
Learn how to exercise by doing the reverse dumbbell fly on bosu flat up. EXERCISE DETAILS: Primary Muscle Group: shoulders Secondary Muscle Group: lats, rhomboids, traps - mid Base Movement: reverse fly Equipment: bosu flat up, dumbbell Training Type: balance and stability, we ...more
Learn how to exercise by doing the standing reverse cable fly. EXERCISE DETAILS: Primary Muscle Group: shoulders Secondary Muscle Group: lats, rhomboids, traps - mid Base Movement: reverse fly Equipment: cable Training Type: weight training Level of Difficulty: 4 Sport Specifi ...more
Killing bugs used to be the domain of fancy chemicals that, it turns out, hurt us as much or more than the bugs. If you have a flying pest problem and need a green way to control it, watch this video to learn how to make a DIY wind tunnel trap for your insect nemeses.
10 years already... I think it's time for some teambuilding, Jackass-style! An easy 3 step program to tighten up those bonds amongst the Jackass team members... 'Towel-Tag ALONG': Before we can start a decent teambuilding journey, we need to set up some teams. With this li ...more
Welcome to Minecraft World! Check out our advanced tutorials and come play with us on our free server. As of the 1.0 release, Minecraft has an end. That is to say, The End and the The End has Dragons. This guide is for those of who are want to visit The End and kill an Ender ...more
In this tutorial, we learn how to do laundry at home. To start, you will need to set your washer to the right settings. Go with the one that works the best for you and the size/color of laundry you're going to do. Turn off the extra rinse you're doing and turn on the cold rins ...more
Build a tree string noose trap Materials needed: five feet of rope, knife, various size sticks and a sapling tree. Stretch sapling to the ground. Take two sticks with hoods to act as hammer sticks and place them into the ground. Place a straight stick under the hooks on the ...more
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to get rid of Japanese beetles. This task is very easy, fast and simple to do. Begin by filling a bucket with some water and liquid soap. Then simply shake the leaves and catch the beetles in the bucket. Another way to is attach a funn ...more
Why does the world work the way it does? Linda Dong takes basic scientific principles and translates them into beautifully simple, explanatory images. The narrower the light source, the more sharp an object's shadow becomes. (Foam core, light). A battery is anything that conv ...more
Make sure your winter wardrobe survives the summer by putting it away properly. Learn how to store your winter clothes. You Will Need: * Acid-free tissue paper * Plastic trash bags, plastic boxes with mesh-type lids, or cardboard boxes * Hangers with clips * A soft cotton clo ...more
Don’t squeeze that blackhead! There’s a gentler way to get rid of it, and several steps you can take to prevent new ones from forming. You Will Need: * A medium-size pot of boiling water * Tea tree, eucalyptus, or lavender essential oil * A large towel * A mild soap or facia ...more
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This is a cheap and easy way to make a sticky fly trap that can catch tons of whiteflies. Get a can of Tanglefoot’s Tangle-Trap Sticky Coating. I stored this in the greenhouse which may not have been a great idea, as you can see by the amount of rust there is on the can. Next ...more
Acne is a persistent condition that can be treated with natural remedies Cleanse with Oil Although it seems logical to want to wash off the excess oils on your skin, this can actually cause more oil to be produced. When you strip your skin's natural oils off, the skin can be ...more
In 1782, an English plumber named William Watts came up with a clever method for making shotgun ammo. Watts constructed a six story "shot tower", consisting of a series of perfectly lined up holes, drilled into all six floors of the structure. Watts then poured molten lead thr ...more
This video shows us how to make distilled water for your carnivorous plants, such as a Venus Fly Trap. First, you fill a kettle with water from the tap. Heat on your stove top for a good 8 minutes or until it starts to steam and boil. Take the top off the kettle, but keep it ...more
These hearty bugs are here simply to elicit screams and revulsion – or so it seems. Apparently they can survive nuclear waste, but that doesn't mean they impossible to get rid of. Deal with them pronto with this video on how to get rid of those pesky bugs. You Will Need: • D ...more
Don't let ants ruin your next outdoor outing. Picnics are a wonderful way to share yummy food in the great outdoors. Ants think so too! You can keep pesky ants away with just a few simple actions. You Will Need: • An outdoor insect fogger • Soap and water • A sponge • Garbage ...more
How to Select the Right Type of Terrarium. This outlines where and how the habitat of a carnivorous plant like a venus fly trap is designed. Part 1 of 15 - How to Care for carnivorous plants in a terrarium. Care for carnivorous plants in a terrarium - Part 2 of 15. Click throu ...more
PETA wouldn't consider James Auger and Jimmy Loizeau's ingenious flypaper clock very eco-friendly, but I might beg to differ. The clock doesn't require any electricity or batteries. Instead it captures flies and converts the bodies of the dead insects into energy. Eight dead f ...more
You know I am so not ready for Halloween at all. No way summer is no where near over for me. I haven't even been camping yet. Summer always seems to fly by for me as it is the busiest time of year with craft shows and lots of visitors to our area. This year though at the fall ...more
It’s nice to have pollinated flowers and honey, but we could do with out the sting. Thankfully, there are ways to lessen your chances of being barbed. You Will Need * Bee traps * A pest control expert * Mothballs (optional) * Pantyhose (optional) Step 1 Know your bees. Nonso ...more
No one likes having their home invaded, and sometimes you just don't want to have to wait those precious few seconds for someone or something to drown, suffocate, or burn up. This trap utilizes gravity to destroy anyone who may want to pillage your home, be they monster or pla ...more
If you follow indie games at all, you've probably heard of Bastion. During its development, it took home numerous Best in Show prizes from E3 and other game conventions while building up an incredible amount of buzz in the games press. Part of what is intriguing about Bastion ...more
There are no spoilers in this writing, read without worry. Finished Episode 3 of Alan Wake yesterday, impressed by different reasons. I originally bought the game for the possibility of great story, dialogue, and voice acting. That part of the game has been disappointing. Wha ...more
Welcome to Minecraft World! Check out our tutorials, post to the community corkboard, and come play on our free server! Hello, it's iDwarf again! Last week's redstone trap competition was a HUGE success. We had at least 30 entries! But before we get to showing off the winners ...more
WonderHowTo is made up of niche communities called Worlds. If you've yet to join one (or create your own), get a taste below of what's going on in the community. Check in every Wednesday for a roundup of new activities and projects. Thanks to all of our active moderators and ...more
Welcome to Minecraft World! Check out our tutorials, post to the community corkboard, and come play on our free server! Hey, it's iDwarf bringing you another redstone competition! The last one was fairly successful for being new. As you all know, I will be running these compe ...more
Welcome to Minecraft World! Check out our advanced tutorials and come play with us on our free server. Gathering resources can be an exhausting business. Hours can be spent collecting feathers for arrows or in search of enough Ender pearls to find a stronghold. Luckily with e ...more
In our media-enriched world, past and present, SCRABBLE has made a name for itself, whether deliberately, subconsciously, or influentially. You may have a read a book that had the popular word game within a chapter, watched a movie that showed your favorite characters bringing ...more
In this tutorial, we learn how to get rid of wasps and hornets without using chemicals. Take a piece of bacon and wrap it around a stick. Then secure that stick by hanging it over a bowl of water with dish soap on it. The bacon will entice the bees to come towards it. Then, th ...more
From a biplane, fly real low over a crowd of people and drop soap foam on them while people standing on the wings throw water balloons. If you can't fly low enough for foam, just drop giant water balloons from the plane and call it "Bombs Away".
This prank is an all day type prank. basically your just going to fuck with the person all day. The day before you are going to fuck with that person set video camera up all over the house or hotel room. ~Shampoo Sink-Up Before you wake the person up go in to the bathroom emp ...more
Researchers have been studying the blood meals of flies to understand the flow of infectious pathogens in wild animals. Prior studies have shown that DNA from animals hosting pathogens like malaria and Zika are preserved in the blood meals of flies, so scientists are using th ...more
Too much leftover red wine after a big party? Rather than forcing yourself to drink everything before the flavor goes bad or pouring it down the drain, save some for non-drinking household and beauty uses, such as trapping fruit flies, marinating steak, and conditioning your s ...more
Curbly says, "This fly paper is delicious! How couldn't it be with ingredients like this?" Ingredients: 1/4 cup maple syrup 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon granulated sugar brown paper Mix your ingredients together, pour over strips of brown paper, and let soak overni ...more
Everyone uses the bathroom at least once or twice a day, which is why its the perfect place to set up some booby traps as practical jokes for april fools day or any other day for that matter. You can set these up as payback for something your friends did to you or just becaus ...more