Glass Blowing Techniques

If there's one hairstyle that's synonymous with Hollywood glamour, both past and present, it's definitely the blown-out hair with loose, large curls or waves. Effortlessly sexy since the age of Mae West, this style continues to be adopted by a new generation of rising Hollywoo ...more

This clip demonstrates how to create a simple scene of blowing leaves. This technique makes good use of alpha mapped leaves, particle systems and a particle instance modifier to achieve the result. Whether you're new to the Blender Foundation's popular open-source 3D computer ...more

Have you ever spent all night writing a paper only to be short a required page? If you are ready to wrap up on page nine of a ten page essay and simple can't think of anything else to say, check out this tutorial. This very cool trick will lengthen your paper by a page or mor ...more

Using After Effects’ Shatter Effect to simulate a baseball going through a glass pane. For more Adobe software tutorials from Layers Magazine, search Layers Magazine on WonderHowTo. WonderHowTo indexes all Layers Magazine tutorials for Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Acroba ...more

Use the abdominal thrust technique on a child with an obstructed airway. Infants are more fragile. Put the infant face down on one arm and rest your arm on your thigh. Administer 5 back blows between the infants shoulder blades. Turn infant over and administer 5 chest thrusts ...more

If your idea of jewelry making is simply strining on glass beads and vintage knick knacks onto a string and then adding a clasp, then you have some serious learning to do. While in the end creativity trumps all, it's important for many intricate projects that you calculate exa ...more

Two ladies are discussing how to prepare to decoupage a wooden bangle bracelet. They are using a broad wooden bangle crafted from birch wood that can be purchased at a local craft store and printed tissue paper, for example, one in an animal print. This is part one of a three ...more

Do you remember "The Heist" from episode 21? Well, the sequel is even more unfair than the original! Check out this video if you want to stump people with a trick called "The Heist II." For this trick, you need only a few simple supplies: a match, a cup, and a nickel. From Re ...more

Learn how to mix a Cosmopolitan with the folks from Martha Stewart's REAL SIMPLE. AKA as a Cosmo (per Sex and the City), this drink is simple and fun. Every good hostess should master one great cocktail recipe, and tasty cosmopolitans are always impressive crowd-pleasers. Fol ...more

In this how to video, you will learn how to build a patio enclosure with seating walls. You will need measuring tape, a level, a dead blow hammer, a square, masking tape, safety glasses, and work gloves. You will need the courtyard collection as well. First, draw out a plan fo ...more

When it comes to working with people, the photographer can face quite a challenge. Everyone has a mind of their own, and with these few tips you will know how to advise your subject so they look fantastic in a picture. Join Erin Manning, professional photographer, as she shows ...more

A great bar trick that will blow people's minds as you transport water from a dish into a glass using matches.

During Easter, everybody stocks up on the eggs because dying eggs is a great Easter activity. But there's something else you can try… dying and marbling. Watch this video recipe to learn how to dye and marble Easter eggs. A new twist to Easter eggs. Yvette Taylor demonstrates ...more

This free video science lesson from YouTube's Mindpaint demonstrates a simple technique for creating a "fire motor" with a pair of wine glasses and a candle stick. For all of the relevant details and detailed, step-by-step instructions, as well as to get started trying this ex ...more

In this video, you'll learn the art of dry-brushing your hair. If you hate blow-drying your hair, or you just haven't master the technique yet, dry-brushing in the way to go. Watch and learn what your hair can look like, already dried, with just a circular hairbrush. Brush Lab ...more

You've just received your first flute! Now how to play it? This video starts by demonstrates the correct way to handle your flute and separate the mouthpiece from the body of the instrument. Then you're shown the proper technique for blowing into the mouth piece to get your fi ...more

Installing a backsplash in your kitchen is a great way to add a certain sense of style to the space. It can also prevent any kind of stains of taking place on the walls as well and it's easy to clean up. With this tutorial from the DIY Network, you'll find out about full glas ...more

In this 3ds Max software tutorial, you'll learn how to model a glass-type bottle from scratch. Specifically, this deals with creating a Coke bottle from scratch. It will not show you how to texture the bottle, just how to build it. Learn the basic techniques for modeling the C ...more

Use this clever technique to remove an uncracked shell from your eggs that lasts a long time and can be used for a ton of craft and Easter projects. You will learn how to use a store-bought egg blower to blow your eggs the easy way and save the insides to cook with. Have fun!

Want to blow out everything behind a foreground object but don't have $500 to drop on used DSLR camera? Then the filter trick outlined in this 17-minute Photoshop CS4 tutorial is for you. Using lens blur, one can create convincing depth of field reminiscent of a view camera or ...more

This video shows you how to collect color to create jailhouse tats. First, set down a metal pan. In that pan, place a blue, plastic, disposable razor. It is best to try and do this outside or in a well ventilated area so you don't breathe in a lot of the fumes. Next, hold a la ...more

It's not just about a pretty twist of lemon peel; it's about the lemon zest and the citrusy oil, and all of that nestling in your glass and interacting with your cocktail's ingredients, says CHOW. This is an important technique for bartenders. Learn how to make the perfect lem ...more

Here is a quick video on how to make encased stringers for glass beads. This is a great way to add fancy stringer decoration to your glass beads. These lampworking instructions demonstrate how to add thin ropes of color and pattern embedded in the molten glass bead. Use this t ...more

This tutorial video is an overview of how to make a Reversal style glass boro pendant. It is not hollow however the reversal technique is the same.

This shows the process of making a positive image on clear glass; traditionally, this would be called an Ambrotype. Here, it is a little bit overexposed to get a "soft negative" or a negative that can be used with modern silver paper (printing). Learn how to make a glass posit ...more

Learn how to assemble a glass rose with the technique of lampworking.

This is a layered bead with a little swirl added to each end for a ocean wave effect, using COE 104 glass. Learn this great lampworking technique!

Watch this video to learn how to do this stained glass technique of foiling textured glass.

Learn about enameling with Corning Museum of Glass experts. Enameling is a popular decorative technique used around the world.

The Sazerac is a regional drink you may not have heard if you haven't been to New Orleans or Mardi Gras, and the key to this one is how it's made. Technique is everything. You'll need a rocks glass, ice, simple syrup, rye whiskey, bitters, pernod, and a lemon twist.

Corinne Bradd shows Kristy Clark how to transform simple tumblers and tealights with a clever stenciled frosting technique.

In this tutorial, Creative Cow leader Aharon Rabinowitz shows you a technique for creating a magnifying glass effect in After Effects. Create a magnifying glass effect in After Effects. Click through to watch this video on creativecow.net

In this how to video, you will learn how to replace the touch glass screen digitizer on an iPod Touch. First, use a pry tool and run it along the sides of your iPod Touch. Once this is done, remove the cover. To remove the battery, run the pry tool along the edges and gently p ...more

In order to etch a drinking glass, you will need the following: a dremel or a glass engraver, a glass, and a template. You will need to be wearing your safety equipment, in order to protect your eyes and respiratory system from glass particles. Make a template. You will need ...more

Want to make a Rum & Coca-Cola like a champion bartender? This clip will show you how it's done. With the proper technique, mixing the perfect drink can be easy. So easy, in fact, that this free video bartenders' guide can present an overview of the process in about a minute's ...more

Gary France shows us how to properly straighten your hair in this video. Start off by blow drying your hair or simply just brushing it after the shower. Start with the underneath of the hair, then work the iron through the hair. Make sure to start at the root and end with the ...more

Use nodes to compute the difference between two images, usually a matte or background shot and then the same shot with actors in the set. This technique was used in the film "Death Becomes Her" starring Meryl Streep, Goldie Hawn, and Bruce Willis. Use this technique to create ...more

With the release of Alan Wake, gamers were introduced to something they may have never seen before. This game is considered a full blown thriller that is sure to keep anyone on the edge of their seat. In this helpful tutorial from the awesome people at IGN, you'll find out how ...more

This video shows the viewer how to rejuvenate damaged hair with a few simple techniques. The first stage is to not let the hair get damaged in the first place. One of the most common causes of damaged hair is excess use of heat on the hair – either through a blow drier, straig ...more

This video tutorial is about basic sawing techniques. Before practicing it you need to wear safety goggles for protecting your eyes. First of all, make a practice sheet. Draw three lines in a metal piece. One line is straight, one is curve and another is zigzag. Lubricate the ...more

This video is all about how to whistle like horn with two hands. Its a very simple technique that will take few seconds but, require careful practice .In this video we are shown that first just sit in a relaxed manner and now just take your two hands as punch and join them in ...more

Many young players have a too tight, smile embouchure with the flute high on their lip and the hole almost entirely covered. Some were initially taught the coke-bottle method of blowing straight across the hole. This video addresses these common problems that many flutists hav ...more

Ever tried blow drying curls, only to make a frizzy mess? Beautiful curls can be achieved with a hair dryer and the right technique. Begin with shampooed, dried and combed hair. Apply moisturizer all over the hair and uniformly penetrate it while the head is upside down. Begin ...more

Layered drinks now commonly known as "shooters", are both potent and pretty to look at. The B-52, when properly poured, is a medley of rich browns and mahoganies as inviting as a mocha cappuccino. Watch this how to video to learn the proper technique for mixing a B-52 layered ...more

This tutorial is an on-screen demonstration on how to create a circle that looks like a glass orb using PhotoShop. First make the background black. Then using the elipse took, draw a circle, filled with light grey. Right click on the shape layer and click "Rasterize layer". Se ...more

Kevin demonstrates multiple methods to clean dirty coins.In the first method he takes some coke in a glass and hangs a dirty coin in it with the help of a string. This coke technique takes a few hours.In another faster technique which takes only 20 to 30 minutes he takes table ...more

Whether you've planned it that way or not, sometimes you wind up celebrating your birthday alone. This tutorial will help you feel less lonely and have a great birthday, even if you are the only person at the party. You Will Need: * The day off * Champagne * Dessert * A trip ( ...more

In this video we're shown how to make a miniature hollow pumpkin. First start with Sculpey clay, the color you want to use is sweet potato pie. Roll some out flat and wrap it around a large glass marble, cutting off the excess clay. Next cut a small opening at the bottom so yo ...more

This video shows you the proper way to clean your spark plug to ensure it is working efficiently. A step by step written guide. 1. Firstly done, your safety gear: this includes safety glasses and gloves. 2. Place your spark plug in a vice with the electrode facing up toward ...more

Colhane teaches us to prepare a pair of binoculars to make fire. If you prepare in advance it is much easier. 1. Get a pair of binoculars that has removable lenses. 2. Make a tinder ball out of grass. Make sure to grind the grass around to expose the fibers. 3. Take some jute ...more