I've categorized "How-To" articles into four areas. The Hands-On article tells how to build, make or do a project. The Reporter describes a place, restaurant or item. The Advisory Page advises the reader on a subject. And the last one which is the easiest to write is the Tally Sheet.

A Tally Sheet lists a certain number of helpful tips on a specific subject. These tips have a common theme throughout the piece.

Tips on writing a Tally Sheet: 
Give an opening sentence (also called lead) expressing the problem. 
Keep advice short and to the point. 
Sequence your tips in logical order. 
Put weaker points in the middle or eliminate them completely. 
Include a specific number of tips.

An example of a Tally Sheet:  Make the Most of Twenty Minutes!

A home-business requires attention and time. Time you can't always find. Here are three tips to increase the never-ending battle. 

1. Keep a tote bag, notebook or paperwork in the car. Take advantage of the wasted time during car pools, doctor's office, traffic jams, office delays, sport practices, etc.

2. If you have kids, find an activity they can do. i.e. Once a week, I take my son and his friend to an indoor roller blading park. In the same building is a small cafe. I take my paperwork with me. While the boys are having a good time, I have several hours of nearly uninterrupted work time.

3. In the evening, sort through your notes, files, etc. Then, make a to-do list for the following day or days. This small detail prepares you for the next day and eliminates
the "Where do I start?" problem.

This is how easy it is to write a "How-To" piece. 

After your article is completed, scan various magazines. Which one buys articles similar in topic to yours? That's the type of magazine, ezine or newsletter you should sell.

And as I always say in my classes, if I can sell a "bingo" idea to Disney, anyone can write and sell "How-To" articles. Remember, one thought, one idea turns into a published "How-To" article. Now, pull out your pen and notebook and get started.