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How To : Finish antique furniture to give a distressed look

Kathy Carroll of the Chicago Institute of Fine Finishes and Faux by Kathy demonstrates how to give a decorative distressed look to antique furniture pieces. Distressing is a great way to revive outdated or worn pieces, as well as achieve character and age newer pieces. Antiqui ...more

How To : Things to Do on WonderHowTo (02/15 - 02/21)

WonderHowTo is made up of niche communities called Worlds. If you've yet to join one (or create your own), get a taste below of what's going on in the community. Check in every Wednesday for a roundup of new activities and projects. Thanks to all of our active moderators and ...more

How To : Use Bumpits

Want to give your hair that 60's retro Barbarella back poof? You might want to consider a Bumpit, which creates a faux poof in the back using a hair insert. In this video, learn how to use a Bumpit and how to hide it from showing.

News : 7 Talented Web Comic Artists to Follow on Google+

The visual beauty of images on Google+ means that it's not just a great place for photographers to shine, but also serves as a befitting promotional space for web comic artists. Below, 7 talented individuals who have utilized the Google+ platform. +Ryan Estrada - Google+ Tuto ...more

How To : Make 3-D felt flowers

While we have nothing against real flowers, we do find it depressing how after a week or two they begin wilting and looking like death itself. So keep your flowers fresh and everlasting by making faux ones! This video guides you through how to craft adorable 3D flowers made f ...more

How To : Make a "lomo effect" in Photoshop

Do you admire the look of vintage photographs? How about the production of the old plastic cameras like the Diana and Holga? You can create that same photo effect with your digital photographs through the use of Adobe Photoshop! In this video, learn how to create a faux lomogr ...more

How To : Create a funky Rihanna inspired '80s hairstyle

You don't need to lop all your precious long locks off to achieve Rihanna's signature hairstyles. While the lady currently has a short, choppy cut, she wears looks (like faux hawks) that can be replicated on longer hair. Take a look at this hairstyling video to learn how to c ...more

How To : Make vintage-looking pendants out of polymer clay

As lovely as vintage jewelry may be, there's only so much of it out there in the world to be had. As a result, nice vintage accessories tend to be prohibitively expensive for most. One obvious solution to this dilemma is to make your own faux antique jewelry. And this free vid ...more

How To : Style a mohawk haircut

In this series of hair styling videos you'll learn how to give a Mohawk hairstyle, and tips for styling the faux hawk, the pompadour and liberty spikes hairstyle. Expert stylist Natalie Wegner offers tips on picking the best punk hair color for your new rockin' hairdo. If you' ...more

News : Create perpetual energy - almost

Is perpetual energy possible? The debate rages on. And they just keep trying. This particular device may not be perpetual, but it is far more efficient than, say a homopolar motor. The magnet in this device, the creation of our friend HowieD, propels the rotation, powering ...more

How To : Make a bomber hat

ThreadBanger give us a great recipe to make a unisex bomber hat using just a flannel shirt, white faux fur, a measuring tape, the bomber hat pattern, a sewing machine, and two and a half hours of your creative time. Add pom-poms at the ears to give it extra flavor! Super cool ...more

How To : Replace a tilt mechanism for window blinds

Do you need to replace the tilt mechanism on your old wood or faux wood blinds? The tilt mechanism controls the angle of the slats on your blinds. This short tutorial teaches you how to replace a tilt mechanism for your window blinds.

News : Man Builds Camera as Big as His Dog

Gil Adam, a student of Industrial Design in Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design in Jerusalem, Israel, has created a 3:1 scale model of his favorite plastic camera, the Holga. While the camera is just a model (non-operational), it's pretty fun to see the oversized object next to ...more

News : Jell-O Shots For Chicks

Luxiare is at it again with another clever, beautifully shot How-To. This time Luxiare demonstrates how to make the perfect packed lunch: a bento box arranged with faux sushi sandwich rolls, banana-peanut butter-chocolate sandwiches, cobb salad wrapped into bite size dumpling ...more

How To : Prep Yarn to Do Yarn Braids | Genie Locs

This Video will Show you how to Prepare Yarn before you do your Yarn Wraps, Braids, Faux Locs....etc Preparing the Yarn before you do your Install is the Best thing to do. Doing this preparation makes the process of installing the Braids or twist so much Quicker. I like to pre ...more

News : Fake Cakes

The average cost of a wedding cake is $543, according to The Bridal Association of America. The more people you need to feed and the more elaborate you want your cake to be, the more it will cost you. I recently found out about the genius of "fake cakes." Fake cakes are made ...more

Scrabble Bingo of the Day : PHONEYS

PHONEYS 64 points (14 points without the bingo) Definition: to phony, i.e. alters so as to make appear genuine [v] Phoneys (or phonies) is a word for altering something to make it appear legit, like turning a cheap handbag into a Louis Vuitton. It also simply means not genui ...more

SHOT on 7D : SNL's Opening Sequence

via Phillip Bloom & Engadget & Variety When SNL  DP Alex Buono saw Philip Bloom's Dublin's People short he was so impressed he decided to shoot the entire 35th Season Opening Sequence on the 7D. Beyond the sequence, Buono used both the 5D and 7D to shoot segments throughout ...more

How To : Create a fake a HDR effect in Adobe Photoshop CS4

See how to create eye-popping faux HDR (high dynamic range) images within Adobe Photoshop CS4. Whether you're new to Adobe's popular graphics editor or a seasoned design professional looking to better acquaint yourself with the various features and functions of Photoshop, you' ...more

How To : Remodel your kitchen without spending a fortune

Get the look of a pricey kitchen renovation—without the cost. All it takes is a few smart upgrades. Check out this Howcast video tutorial on how to remodel your kitchen without spending a fortune. You Will Need * Paint * Stainless steel contact paper * New appliance doors * ...more

How To : Recycle a cereal box into a stationery set

Cereal boxes make great craft materials during the winter holidays, standing in for the much harder to bake and make gingerbread for faux gingerbread houses and making excellent durable ornaments. But did you know you can also use cereal boxes for cute spring crafts as well, ...more

How To : Make an erupting volcano cake

In order to prepare an Erupting Volcano Cake, you will need the following ingredients: 3 angel food cake, a disposable plastic cup, jars of ready made frosting, strawberry gelatin, dry ice, and water. Apply icing to the top of one angel food cake. Adhere an angel food cake on ...more

News : Grand Theft Auto-Style Car Chase Via Google Maps

Fun little animation from Honest Directors, in which Google Maps hi-res satellite footage of New York is used to create a faux car chase through the streets of Brooklyn. Previously, Evil Pixels Demolish New York City. Sick. Decapitating-Head-Exploding Paper Animation (NSFW!)

How To : Style a gold sequin holiday dress in four ways

If you've always been afraid to wear anything with sequins - let alone an entire OUTFIT made of sequins - then the holiday season is the one time of year you can totally break that rule and look awesome. All you need to do to pull of sequins is a few fashion pointers. Check o ...more

DIY Bacon Rose Bouquet : Who Says Bacon Can't Be Romantic?

Show your significant other just how much you love them by surprising him or her with one of life's most precious, romantic gifts—bacon! Best thing is, this passionate treat works for any day of the year (Valentine's Day, a first date, anniversary, etc.), since love and bacon ...more

News : Papercraft Redefines Fake Eyelashes

There is now a much a more artful approach to donning false eyelashes, reports Ecouterre. "As delicate as lace, each pair of faux peeper framers is based on the Chinese art of jian zhi or paper cutting. Featuring traditional motifs such as peonies (for happiness), peach bloss ...more

How To : Stain your concrete floor

In this tutorial, we learn how to stain a concrete floor. To start, you will need to prepare your floor by cleaning it vigorously. Remove all dirt from the floor, then use detergent and water to wash, when finished dry with a shop vac. You will have to use a hand brush to scru ...more

News : Happy Birthday Cake Postcards

Etsy seller TangBaby has faux happy birthday cake postcards for sale. Each postcard is made to order and has that deliciously satisfying plastic toy food texture (and smell, I'm hoping).

How To : Style your hair like a Japanese rock star (J-Rock)

Looking for a hardcore rock and roll image but don't know how to play an instrument? Mix styles from punk rock and goth to ’80s hair bands; and get the extreme look of Japanese rock musicians without ever lifting a guitar. You Will Need * A picture of your desired style * A pr ...more

How To : Make Christmas charms or ornaments out of beads

These make great embellishments for scrapbooks, garlands, presents or even as jewelry! All you need are some festive holiday beads or faux pearls, some flexible, thin wire to string them on, a sharp wire cutter and several pairs of various jewelry pliers.

News : Rainwater + Solar Power = DIY Rainbow Machine

Artist Michael Jones McKean has harnessed nature with his DIY rainbow machine, a mechanism that uses reclaimed rainwater and solar power to shoot man-made rainbows across the sky at whim. High powered jets and fountain nozzles shoot a heavy wall of rainwater into the air, crea ...more

How To : Create a luxurious linen finish on a wall

Create a faux linen finish on your walls with the techniques shown in this how to video. Learn what a can of paint and a little imagination can do to completely change the look and feel of a room. This interior design video emphasizes ideas that turn even basic wall painting i ...more

How To : Play "Frontin'" by Neptunes ft. Jay-Z

The Neptunes first album "In Search Of..." might well be their best ever work, and the song "Frontin'" ft. Jay-Z is a classic hip-hop faux-ballad that features a really hot piano riff. Watch this video to learn how to play that riff and the whole rest of the song on solo piano.

How To : Sponge paint

Sponge painting is an easy faux finish that produces stunning results. Meghan Carter demonstrates sponge painting techniques and shares sponge painting tips to help you achieve professional results in your home.

News : Google's Next Pixel Phone Might Not Have Speakers

Speakers have been an integral part of smartphones since the beginning. Razer's concept Project Linda even uses the speakers from the Razer Phone to power the faux laptop's audio system. But what if Google's next Pixel phone didn't even have speakers? What if it didn't need th ...more

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