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How To : Cook Stir-fried Baguio Beans (Green Beans)

This meal has become one of my favorites among stir-fried vegetables, since I first tasted it from one of my friend's recipe. But his original recipe consists only of oil, baguio beans and soy sauce. So, I experimented with it to improve its taste further, which brings us to m ...more

How To : Mine for diamonds and gold in Minecraft

Everyone knows diamonds are a girl's best friend but Minecraft players like 'em too. Watch this video to learn the best way to mine for diamonds and gold in Minecraft. These resources come in handy a lot at the craftbench, so check out this Minecraft guide.

How To : Make miniature polymer clay gym weights

We promise that even the wimpiest of lightweights can lift these weights. So small they can fit into the palm of your hand, these "weights" are actually made out of polymer clay. While they won't give you quite as intense a workout as your typical gym weights, they're awfully ...more

News : Don's Bad Ass pico Degallo

I keep Pico Degallo around all the time. I find it is very versatile and can be used for any meal. My wife is 1/2 mexican and I learned about this from her mother. My youngest son loves to cook and it was one of the first things I taught him to make. As you read my writings ab ...more

How To : Make candy cane bath salts for Christmas

Peppermint is a great scent to have around during the holidays. It not only reminds us of Christmas, but taking a whiff of peppermint also awakens the senses and suppresses appetite (good for all that food you're going to be eating). Gift a friend or family member a luxurious ...more

How To : Keep your cat off of your furniture

Cats are the most popular pets in America, and everyone loves a soft and cuddly kitten. But, one of the biggest drawbacks to having a feline friend is that where we see a brand new sofa - they see a scratching post. In this clip, get some useful tips for helping your cat stay ...more

How To : Is Facebook's New Graph Search Creepy or Cool?

Facebook has been looking to launch a new product for a while now, and it seems they've finally realized what they're best at—being as creepy as possible. If you thought your boss checking out your girlfriend's beach photos was weird, Facebook's new Graph Search has only upped ...more

How To : Deal with overwhelming anxiety & depression

In this tutorial, we learn how to deal with overwhelming anxiety and depression. Most people go through anxiety in their life, but just don't know how to deal with it properly, which is when it leads to depression. If you aren't the type of person to get diagnosed with prescri ...more

How To : Paper train your dog

Dogs have to learn bowel etiquette much quicker than humans, and these helpful steps will make sure your paper-trained pooch becomes man's best friend, not your carpet's worst nightmare. You Will Need * Patience * An untrained dog * A large supply of newspapers * Puppy gates ...more

How To : Make a cute "One in a Melon" greeting card

Got a friend or family member who's truly unique and quirky? Then tell them they're "one in a million" by crafting this simple - and pun-laden - "One in a Million" greeting card. It features a delightful chubby melon and a bright pink bow. Card made using Sentimentals Cricu ...more

How To : Play "Handlebars" by Flobots on the violin

In this video our musician friend is trying to teach the viewers how to play "Handlebars" by Flo bots on the violin . This proves to be quite a special lesson because it consist in using your finger from your right hand to pinch the chords of the instrument . He is showing us ...more

How To : Earn Trust from Your Rabbit

This is about how to make a rabbit become less wary of you and more trustful with you also. I myself have a Dutch that was released by its previous owner, then I rescued it. She never wants to be took out of her cage, but now she doesn't mind as long as I'm gentle and nice. S ...more

News : Mod a cartridge to print invisible ink

We've all tried writing with lemon juice (a.k.a. invisible ink). It's a mess. And the main draw back is definitely efficiency. Spy work requires extensive (and sometimes wordy) communication. Enter: the printer mod. We were super impressed when our friend Loup sent us this v ...more

Tera Online : Shortcomings

No game is perfect. Well maybe except for Super Mario Brothers 3. In the last two posts I've been praising Tera but it's not without its shortcomings. Basic quest system: Playing the game in Korean and without understanding a single world I’ve managed to complete 95% of the ...more

Fresh Folds : Ant by Tavin

Yesterday a friend challenged me to make an paper ant. This is what I came up with: the back of the ant. that's the front of the ant, I'm rather unsatisfied with it. But hey- it's my first try. birds eye. It consist of 3 fishbases stuck together. It's a rather rough model bu ...more

How To : Make a perfect Mai Tai

California bar-owner Trader Vic handed this concoction to a Tahitian friend in 1944 who took one sip and proclaimed, "Mai tai, roa ae," or, in English, "Out of this world, the best!"

How To : End a letter

Not sure how to close an important letter? Convey a powerful meaning to readers by choosing the right sign-off. In this video, proper etiquette to close a letter is gone over. You Will Need: • A letter • Sincerity Step 1: Use loving endings Show someone how much you care b ...more

How To : Download music from MySpace with Gopher

This video shows how to download songs from MySpace using the software Gopher. First the software should be downloaded from the site indicated. After the download is completed install the program and head over to the MySpace page where the song can be streamed. Next the MySpac ...more

How To : Set Up the Coat Hanger Prank

Do you have a friend that likes to show off, a friend that is always wearing nice clothes and getting all the ladies? How about you try this prank on him... It's harmless but it will certainly teach him a lesson and will definitely frustrate him. You might even ruin his dates ...more

How To : Make Bo Luc Lac (shaking beef)

Viet and Kevin Tran, hosts of Tran Can Cook take us into the kitchen with Kevin's best friend and chef Chris Tran. Chris gives us step by step instructions on how to make a traditional Vietnamese recipe called Bo Luc Lac, also called Shaking Beef. Using a one pound rib eye ste ...more

How To : Create two elegant bridal updos for your wedding

Your big day requires big hair, right? Yes and no. There's no need to tease your locks until they cry '80s disaster or to pull out your curling iron and go for the Tina Turner. In fact, for the modern bride, less is more. Check out this video to learn how to create two elegan ...more

A Symphony of Evil : Javi's Black Deck

My friend Javi (who will join this group eventually that lazy sack) is a masterful MTG player and deck-constructor. Hell, he's damn impressive nerd all around. One time he made a Black deck out of my cards, and it is pretty devestating despite the fact that I never really coll ...more

How To : Flirt in class, in bars and other situations

The Wing Girls teach us how to flirt in class, in bars, and other situations. If you're in any kind of school, it's a great place to meet girls. The girl has to stay in class, so you will have a certain amount of time to interact with her during class. Make sure to borrow some ...more

How To : Share other people's Playstation store downloads

In this video tutorial the maker of the video teaches us how to setup an account for a friend in order for that friend to be able to download whatever they would like from the Playstation store for absolutely free. The video is extremely detailed and even offers a word of caut ...more

How To : Properly set the seat height on your bicycle

In this clip, learn all about how to adjust your bike from NAIT personal fitness trainer, Ken Riess. Ken will show you how and where to set your seat for the most comfortable and easy ride. You want to make sure your legs are extended properly and your saddle is at the right h ...more

How To : Write an effective letter of recommendation

Letters of recommendation are important in the business world. If you have been asked to write about a coworker, student or friend, check out this tutorial. Takes you through a step-by-step process you can use to produce a professional-looking and highly effective letter of re ...more

Where Do I Start : Learn How Programmers Think

Common programming blunders can be your best friend when trying to craft your own exploits. If you spend a little time reading what some of these common blunders are, they can uncover potential attack vectors or just show you the weird ways in which computers can store and rec ...more

News : WHAT HAPPENED IN 1965? (STANDP'S BIRTH YEAR)

In 1965, the world was a different place. There was no Google yet. Or Yahoo. Or Stumbleupon, for that matter. In 1965, the year of your birth, the top selling movie was The Sound of Music. People buying the popcorn in the cinema lobby had glazing eyes when looking at the pos ...more

How To : Make a sparkly bandaid "Get Well" card

Tell your friend you hope you feels better in the sweetest and cutest way possible by crafting this bandaid greeting card. A paper bandaid, embellished with a sparkly red heart, says it all. You can add a personal sentiment up front or just leave it as is to speak for itself.

How To : Have proper internet etiquette

Just because the internet renders you virtually anonymous does not mean social customs should be ignored. Just like in the outside world, there is etiquette that should be obeyed if you want to be treated as a friend rather than an annoyance online. In this how to video, Prope ...more

How To : Make a fiber optic doggy coat

Keep your pooch safe and stylin’, with a little LED. Fiber Optics. They’re not just for humans anymore. When GeekBrief.tv star Cali Lewis, visited the Lair, Techno-Guru Alison made electronic fashion for a podcaster’s best friend.

How To : make yourself a frickin' (green screen) giant

We have long admired the imaginative energy of IndyMogul. A new generation of filmmakers empowered by affordable filmmaking technology and free distribution. Forced perspective and green screen technology are the 'basics' one needs to tell a science fiction story. Funded by H ...more

News : Transmitting Power... Tesla Style

Matthew Inman, who runs the popular web comic The Oatmeal, decided to test his new hand-held "Tesla Cannon" (which is essentially a small-scale Tesla coil) on one of his friends. His friend, Matt Harding, held a giant light bulb and allowed himself to be shot with the Tesla Ca ...more

How To : Make DIY customized soap

Looking to give a personalized gift for a birthday or for the holidays? How about a personalized bar of soap, specific to your friend or family's style? In this episode of ThreadBangers's Decor It Yourself, Meg visits Bobbie Thomas, an editor for the "Today Show" and learns ho ...more

Real Scenarios #1 : The New MacBook

You're at your friend's house. All you've heard about all day is his new laptop. He's got a brand new top-specced MacBook Pro, and he won't stop going on about it. It particularly annoys you as all you've got is a 4 year old cheap laptop, even if it is running Linux. If only ...more

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