You can now add the callout capsule to Hubs!

New Callout Capsule!

A Squidoo Feature Now Available to Hubbers

We're very pleased to announce that the HubPages Team has decided to adopt another great feature from Squidoo: the Callout Capsule. This new capsule is intended to highlight shorts bits of text like quotes, tips, and trivia, in visually-appealing way that makes them stand out from the rest of the text. During the import process, we enabled a very limited version of the Callout Capsule which was intended only as a way to keep Lenses in one piece until former Lensmasters had the opportunity to edit them. But everyone (including us) loved them so much that we decided to make them a permanent part of HubPages. Starting today, all Hubbers can use Callout Capsules on new Hubs and add them to existing Hubs. For more details, check out Marina's Forum post.

Christy Kirwan
Editor & Web Content Manager

Office clean up turned into beading necklace

by mobileboutique lm published 6 days ago

Slider Beads make excellent pendants and focal beads for necklace beading designs. This bead tutorial or article to a step by step guide on how to use 2 hole beads to make a single strand necklace.

How to Test Relays - Even if You Know Little About Car Repairs

by Dan Ferrell published 4 days ago

Learn to test relays in just a few minutes. Add to your car repair skills using some simple procedures to get troubled circuits back in working order.

Types of publishing services available for the new author

by sheilamyers published 4 days ago

There are many types of publishing options available. What you choose will depend on the cost and how long you want to wait to get published.

How to Create a Communications Plan

by WheelerWife published 2 days ago

Tips for how to create a business communications plan including identifying your audience, planning your message, purpose, method, and timeline for delivering communications to stakeholders.

The Bunya Pine - A Strange and Useful Plant

by AliciaC published 2 days ago

The bunya pine produces huge and heavy cones that contain seeds which are both edible and tasty. The tree has a strange appearance and is unusual in other ways.

All Guts, No Glamour: How to be a Film Extra

by Jody Pellerin published 2 days ago

Being a film extra can be frustrating, fun, boring, entrancing. Still want in front of the camera? Here are tips on becoming a film extra.

How Can I Change My Kids' Last Name When They Have My Maiden Name?

by MsBizPro published 5 days ago

Changing your child's last name when they have your maiden name usually involves a simple request to the court. Things can be more complicated if you cannot get the father's permission, however.

My Not So New York Life

by Ashley Yochum published 6 days ago

Midwest dressed doesn't mean overalls and torn up tees. Having a sense of style is important no matter where you are or what you're doing.

To Be or Not To Be a Restaurant Server

by Jen Beckers published 44 hours ago

Thinking of working in a restaurant? I can guarantee you its not what you expect at all. Sure it’s great money and never boring, but there’s a whole other side no one tells you about.

Strategy Guide for Gamora in Marvel: Avengers Alliance

by Michael Strauss published 5 days ago

This strategy guide for Gamora in Marvel: Avengers Alliance Facebook game will help you best use her powers, team her with other characters, and equip her with ISOs.

4 Women Mentors for the Modern Woman

by missirupp published 2 days ago

What does it mean to be a modern woman? Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Chelsea Handler, Elizabeth Warren and Elizabeth Smart define what it takes to survive and thrive in today's world for women.

21-Day Fix Review - What's All the Buzz About?

by April Garner published 2 days ago

The 21-Day Fix is quickly becoming a popular program for weight-loss, cleaning up eating habits and improving overall health. Here's a complete review by someone who knows.

Halloween Costumes at the Office: The Dos and Don'ts of Dressing Up for Halloween at Work

by SMD2012 published 2 days ago

Wearing a costume to work is a fun way to celebrate Halloween at the office. But make sure that you follow a few simple costume guidelines so that everyone at work feels safe and respected.

How to Grow a Fall and Winter Garden

by Cathy Hague published 4 days ago

Extending the growing season by planting a fall garden is a completely doable goal. Planning ahead a little helps. The simple fact is, there is almost no vegetable on the planet that will sprout and grow when the ground is frozen.

I'm SO Thankful for Helpful Hubbers

by Melinda Longoria published 6 days ago

Asking others for help can be an intimidating thing. Feeling confused and lost is frustrating. Aren't you grateful for all the helpful Hubbers in our Hubpage community?

How to Organize Files

by followthestray published 5 days ago

Simple ways you can organize your personal files so you can easily find the papers you need when you need them.

Preparing Your Dog for Airplane Travel

by K9 of Mine published 5 days ago

Traveling with your dog is no easy task. Learn how to prepare your dog for the cargo hold so that he has a safe and easy flight.

More Ways To Recycle Old Newspapers

by linfcor published 25 hours ago

Have you ever considered all the waste that our newspapers create? Why not recycle your newspapers with these ideas, tips and resources

Mermaid Origins: The Aquatic Ape Theory

by kittythedreamer published 6 days ago

If mermaids exist, where did they come from? Is it possible that we were once waterdwellers? The controversial Aquatic Ape Theory could explain our myths & might even explain our own origins as humans

15 Greatest Detroit Pistons Point Guards of All Time

by ILoveThisGame published 6 days ago

A list of 15 greatest Detroit Pistons point guards of all time: Frankie Brian, Rod Thorn, Eric Money, Kevin Porter, Vinnie Johnson, Brandon Knight, Rodney Stuckey, Eddie Miles, Jimmy Walker, etc.

Spotlight On: Facebook And Google Crackdown On Using Real Names

by RachaelOhalloran published 42 hours ago

If FB & G+ "required" you to use your real name, would you question why? This week "The Big Two" are making people change accounts to real names or they will disable their accounts. Fair or unfair?

Day Trips Around the San Francisco Bay Area: Part One

by Availiasvision published 5 days ago

A series of the best day trips around the San Francisco Bay Area. Having spent over twenty years exploring the Bay Area, I'll show you the best places to go wild, dine out, and get away from it all.

Farewell, dear friend!

The Squidoo Migration Is Complete (Mostly)!

I just wanted to give Hubbers and ex-Lensmasters a quick update on the Squidoo transition. As of today, we are no longer accepting transfer opt-ins, and the majority of Lenses and Lensmasters are now full-fledged Hubs and Hubbers. Woohoo! All told, about 30,000 writers and 450,000 articles have been transferred. We're still tying up a few loose ends, but all the major bugs and issues have been fixed. Although the migration is essentially complete, we've decided to leave the Squidoo Forum open for another month to allow ex-Lensmasters to seek transition-related help for a little while longer. :)

For more information on the end of the transition, check out the Forum Post:
http://hubpages.com/forum/topic/125120

This Week's Rising Stars

Below you'll find this week's   Rising Star winners. Our candidates showed off their skills in the Pets and Animals Topic.

Since Hubbers are only eligible for the Rising Star Competition during their first 60 days at HubPages, our winners represent the hottest new talent. Why not read their Hubs?

Christy Kirwan

Extinct Birds - The Dodo

The Dodo was a large flightless bird of the pigeon family which inhabited the island of Mauritius. It became extinct due to over-hunting by European sailors, and the introduction of pigs and rats.

Aging Pet's Last Day - Making The Right Choice

Choosing to bring a pet to your home is usually easy. Choosing when to let an elderly pet go - not so easy. Here you will find direct answers to some tough questions.

5 Things to Consider Before Owning an English Bulldog

English bulldogs have great temperaments and cute, wrinkled faces that are easy to love; however, bulldogs have special care needs. Consider the facts before deciding the breed is for you.