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How to Buy a gift for the Pisces Man

By meemee67

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Pisces men are ruled by the feet. They are also a water sign so they LOVE the water. Read these gifts ideas for your pisces man... more »

How to Buy a Hot Air Balloon

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Buying a hot air balloon can be a tricky experience. Finding a balloon that suits the needs of you and your family may take quite a bit of time and research. Anyone interested in buying a hot air balloon should never rush into the commitment. ... more »

How to Buy a Playmobil Castle

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Playmobil, a highly popular toy system, originated in Germany in the 1970s and is enjoyed by children and toy collection enthusiasts alike. Playmobil knights, castles, dollhouses and forts are among the most popular Playmobil sets. Playmobil ... more »

How to Buy a Replacement Battery for a Nintendo DS Lite

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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When replacing batteries, it is best to go with the manufacturer’s recommendation. When you buy a replacement battery for a Nintendo DS Lite, visit the company’s Web site. There you will find the company’s recommended replacement battery for the ... more »

How to Buy a Sewing Machine

By quilterpenny

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Buying a sewing machine can be fun and easy, if you have a system... more »

How to Buy a Teddy Bear

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Velveteen rabbits are adorable and dolls are sweet, but the teddy bear is still the acknowledged king of the forest... more »

How to Buy Accessories for a Sony PlayStation

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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As with its impressive collection of games, Sony offers a wide variety of items designed to complement your PlayStation. All prices listed are approximate... more »

How to Buy Civil War Memorabilia

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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The Civil War changed the social and economic structure of the United States. In the uncertain times of reconstruction, a country once divided pulled together and merged cultures and lifestyles. Memorabilia from this time tells a story; not only ... more »

How to Buy Coins

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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When it comes to buying coins, buy the best example you can find. And if you get serious about coin collecting, you can call yourself a numismatist--it'll look great on your re'sume'!.. more »

How to Buy Comic Books

By erawdrah

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This guide will give you the tools you need to buy comic books that are actually worth money... more »

How to Buy Comic Books Online

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Going online is an effective way to track down those hard-to-find comic books you need to complete your collection. To buy comic books online, you'll probably need to set up a PayPal account, and you'll certainly need to know where the sellers go ... more »

How to Buy Fisher-Price Briarberry Teddy Bears

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Briarberry bears and accessories are perfect gifts for preschool girls. Each has its own personality, and all are completely lovable... more »

How to Buy Old Legos

By nyjohnthewriter

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Just about every kid loved his or her Legos at some point. They locked together, they came in tons of colors and the possibilities were endless. If you want to return to those good old days while avoiding the toy store, with a little digging you ... more »

How to Buy Origami Books

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Finding the right origami books can require a little searching if you want to understand how to create your own designs or produce functional pieces. Since plenty has been written on this ancient Japanese art of decorative-paper folding, narrow ... more »

How to Buy Rare Pokemon Cards

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Many people collect cards from the Pokemon series; kids of all ages and even adults. Many of these avid collectors collect the cards because they love the show. In the past, finding rare cards was difficult, however with modern technology via the ... more »

How to Buy Sesame Street Books

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Sesame Street books help teach kids the basics of reading and math. The books also explore more complex issues - like tolerance, the environment and handicaps - in a way that children can understand... more »

How to Buy the Nintendo Wii

By nyjohnthewriter

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No video game system has ever been as hot as the Nintendo Wii. Almost since the day it was released the console has been out of stock at one retailer or another. But that doesn't mean you can't track it down... more »

How to Buy the Top 10 Needlepoint Gadgets You Absolutely MUST HAVE!

By Althea DeBrule

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Needlepoint gadgets are wonderful items that will increase your stitching enjoyment. Every stitcher has one or two favorites. There are hundreds of gadgets you can use—yes, REALLY; but the top ten MUST HAVES do amazing things for needlework. They ... more »

How to Buy Vtech Toys for a Preschooler

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Vtech preschool toys emphasize reading readiness and feature interactive electronic toys that light up and make sounds... more »

How to Buy Waldorf Educational Toys

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Waldorf toys encourage pretend play and stimulate children's imaginations with natural materials. Waldorf toys complement Waldorf educational philosophies, and are sought after by parents and educators, many of whom appreciate Waldorf-based ... more »

How to Calculate Someone's Age Using Chocolate

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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You'll wow a crowd when you calculate the age of volunteers simply by asking how many times a week they like chocolate. Okay, you need a little more information than that. If you're clever enough, you can figure out how to get all the numbers you ... more »

How to Capture the Flag in Team Fortress 2

By Nate Chang, eHow Expert

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There are a variety of different ways to capture the flag and score victory for your team in Team Fortress 2. No one way is the best, but some ways work better than others. If you’re looking to take your game to the offensive level, give one of ... more »

How to Care for Clothing with Rhinestones

By Ariana Cherry-Shearer

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Rhinestone clothing can be very fashionable and fun to wear. It's easy for rhinestones to slip off of your clothing and cause your garment to lose some of its style and flair. By caring for your rhinestone bedecked clothing in a gentle manner, ... more »

How to Care for Fireflies

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Fireflies and other insects are easy to care for under basic conditions. Before catching a pet firefly, make sure that you have a suitable, clean container and mechanisms for feeding the insect. Fireflies can make great pets for a few weeks, but ... more »

How to Care for Samurai Swords

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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As the characters in Quentin Tarantino's "Kill Bill" note, there's nothing quite like "Japanese steel." Maintaining your samurai sword takes some time and effort. Giving your samurai sword some regular tender love and care will keep the weapon ... more »