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Learn the ins and outs of etiquette with the help of eHow’s How To experts. From guidelines on giving wedding gifts to advice on tipping and gratuities, eHow’s helpful instructions on manners and etiquette will lead you through any number of social occasions with confidence. Attached to your cell phone? Let eHow show you the most considerate way to take a call in public. Whether you’re writing a thank you note or brushing up on table manners, eHow can help you polish your rough edges.

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How to Decline a Dinner Invitation

By Ang1216Red

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Have you been invited to a dinner gathering by that person (or persons) you just can’t see sharing a meal with? Odds are you want to get out of it in whatever way possible, and not come across completely rude in the process. Don’t worry, you ... more »

How to Deliver Classy Insults

By mhougland

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"Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words may never hurt me." Nonsense. Words can and do hurt people, but there are classy ways to deliver insults that leave people staring after you in wonder. It will make them think twice about ... more »

How to Design a Serenity Memorial garden

By GreenGardenChic

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It's never easy when a friend or loved one passes on. Gardeners and their friends can always plant to pay our respects and enjoy our memories with this long-living tribute. If you’re looking for the perfect plant to give to a loved one or you ... more »

How to Detect Mobile Phone Dermatitis

By *Tidbits

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Using your cell phone too often and for too long can make you prone to getting mobile phone dermatitis. It seems that every new technology has its accompanying ailment. Mobile phone dermatitis is the latest ailment suffered by prolonged cell ... more »

How to determine if you are an "Anti-Bride"

By Lindah

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Has someone said, "You are an "Anti-bride" to you and you were not sure if that was a compliment or an insult. Hopeful this article will help you understand this term more. It is not a bad thing that you were called ... more »

How to DIET your way to WEIGHT LOSS and SAVE MONEY

By CaseyCarlton

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I wanted to diet my way to weight loss and still save money! And I lost 10 pounds in 8 weeks! I went from 142 to 132 pounds. Was it easy? Yes! Why? I pretty much used self discipline to diet off the weight loss and saved money while I was doing ... more »

How to Dine Like Celebrity in Santa Monica

By Alrady

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In Santa Monica you want to Splurge. Follow these three steps to restaurant choices and you will indulge your fantasies. Try one of these four fab places. First step hint: Read my article on Prom Dress and Limousine and go in style.. more »

How to Do a Hand Shake

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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Whether in a business setting or personal, male or female, it is generally expected and considered polite in the United States to give a hand shake when you meet someone new. Styles differ slightly by person, but there are general accepted rules ... more »

How to DO NOTHING

By Ranie

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Everything in life takes skills even when it comes to doing the most ridiculously easiest tasks, such as counting "A-B-C" or "1-2-3" because you first have to learn the alphabet and number arrangements to know it. Doing ... more »

How to dress for success at your next interview.

By *A*Psych*student*

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If you want to look sharp and sensiable at your next interview you have to know the basics. Follow these steps and you'll be heading for success everytime!.. more »

How to drink in business meetings.

By z3v0

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You are meeting with a client, he insists on presenting his proposal in a O'Doyles bar. You get a booth and the waiter approaches, the client orders a scotch and water, your order an apple-tini.... Suddenly he has an important call to take and ... more »

How to Drink Responsibly and Safely

By cadence

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Do you want to find that balance between drinking too much and not drinking at all? This list will help you keep yourself in check by not drinking too much, but also not depriving yourself of that delicious drink that you crave... more »

How to Drive Safely Around Big Trucks

By Miragi

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Anywhere you drive, you will undoubtedly encounter a big truck. Semi. 18-Wheeler. From country roads to city streets, big trucks are everywhere. While it's the responsibility of every driver (car or truck) to maintain safety and drive ... more »

How to easily send Thank you notes after a baby or wedding shower

By jesseng

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You receive so many gifts from bridal showers or baby showers, it is hard to keep on top of all those gifts and ensure that you send out all your thank you notes. (not to mention finding all those addresses). Make it easy on yourself, try this ... more »

How to Eat a Low Country Boil

By momofour

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Many people enjoy a good ole fashion Low Country Boil. The trick is how to enjoy it the way it was intended. No rules of etiquette apply to this tasty meal! You are going to have corn juice running down your arms and dripping off your elbows! ... more »

How to Eat an Artichoke

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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How do you eat an artichoke? Moreover, exactly what is an artichoke? It's a strange vegetable consisting of layers and layers of fleshy leaves arranged in circular tiers around the "heart." At once elegant and scary, the artichoke can cause ... more »

How to Eat Filipino Food With Your Hands

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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Chinese people use chopsticks, westerners use forks, Filipinos (traditionally, at least) use their hands... more »

How to eat with chopsticks

By acpaco

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I've eaten with chop sticks for as long as I can remember, but when I'm out I see some people struggle with it, or hear people talk about not being able to pick up enough food. So I thought I would see if there is anyway I can explain in a few ... more »

How to Encourage Others

By Psalmist4M

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Everyone at some point needs encouragement. What many people don't realize is those who are doing the encouraging are usually more encouraged than those they extend encouragement to... more »

How to Enjoy a day at the races at Emerald Downs.

By GreenGardenChic

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The day is warm and the track has that sweet aroma of Earth. The last shiny black stallion gives a groan before he's guide into his gate. You lean impatiently onto the fence that surrounds the track, clutching your ticket in your hand. He’s ... more »

How to Enjoy an Article

By Lindaperry

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Articles, articles, articles, everyone reads them differently. How do you read your articles; what do you get from them and how do they make you feel? Here is an article that challenges those questions and gives you answers to the questions ... more »

How to entertain unexpected guests

By Valerie Deneen

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The doorbell rings and your house is a mess. What do you do? Don't panic, read this article and you will be on your way to being the hostest with the mostest at a moment's notice. Learn how to entertain and welcome unexpected guests into your ... more »

How to Exit a Car and NOT show all your business... you listening Britney Spears????

By CestDesiree

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Ladies wear skirts and ladies know how to not show all their business when getting out of a car. Shame Shame Shame Britney, no one wanted to see all that!.. more »

How to Exit a Car In a Dress

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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When exiting a car while wearing a dress, it's important to appear graceful and ladylike. Doing so creates an air of confidence, femininity and poise. A well-planned and executed exit sets the tone for the event you're attending and can create a ... more »

How to Expand Your Vocabulary

By annafine

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A person with a large and colorful vocabulary is not only a more effective communicator, but also a more entertaining one. Follow the tips in this article to improve your vocabulary and have fun while doing it!.. more »