How to Winter

How To : Make Homemade Mushroom Soup

In this cooking video series, our expert chef will show you how to make a delicious homemade mushroom soup recipe. You will get easy to follow step-by-step instructions on how to pick the best mushrooms for your mushroom soup, how to brown the mushrooms and how to cook your so ...more

How To : Grow a beard

Looking to dress up that nakes chin with a little hair this winter? Keep your face warm and toasty with a beard you can be proud of. In this tutorial, get tips on how to grow the best beard in town. You Will Need: • Commitment • Shampoo • Conditioner • Beard trimmer or ra ...more

How To : Make a space helmet hoodie with Threadbanger

This week Rob and Corinne are hangin with our favorite DIY'ers, Ruffeo Hearts Lil Snotty, and they're showing us how to make a super rad space helmet hoodie to keep you warm this winter. Threadbanger shows you how to make your very own space helmet hoodie.

How To : Make a no sew fleece blanket for Project Linus

In this tutorial, run by Project Linus, learn how to make a no sew fleece blanket for kids in need. This video will show you how to make a warm, comforting cover that any child would love. Project Linus provides blankets for children who can't afford them and makes sure everyo ...more

News : Florida & Texas Could Become Zika Hotspots in the US

To much of the United States, Zika seems like a tropical disease that causes horrible problems in other countries but is nothing to be worried about stateside. It may make you rethink your beach vacation abroad, but not much more than that. However, if you live in Florida or T ...more

How To : Increase your chances of getting pregnant

Boost your odds of having a baby with these 10 tested tips. Learn how to increase your chances of getting pregnant with this informative video. You Will Need: * A relaxation technique * Optimal body fat * Whole grains * Plant-based protein * Organic vegetables * Full-fat dair ...more

How To : Install a frost-free sillcock

If you live in a colder climate, your water pipes may be susceptible to freezing. For the most part, your plumbing is safely inside the heated living space of your house. However, a sillcock (spigot) on the outside wall of your house is exposed to the elements and can freeze d ...more

How To : Propagate raspberries and blackberries

In this video, an expert gardener explains how to propagate raspberries and blackberries.To propagate, you normally need a small rooted cutting. The expert recommends that you soak the roots in water with a bit of root stimulator for about 15 minutes. Also, he says that the cu ...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 : Snow ski

Snow skiing is a great winter sport for people of all ages! Learn how to snow ski with tips on ski stance, turning, stopping and even taking small jumps in this free skiing video series. Part 1 of 11 - How to Snow ski. Snow ski - Part 2 of 11. Click through to watch this video ...more

How To : Crochet an adult size streamer hat

This how-to crochet video offers a simple pattern and instruction for stitching your own cute and easy crocheted hat. Knitted hats don't have to be for winter. While a cozy hat will protect you from the cold, a lighter yarn can add some style in warmer months as well. Check ou ...more

How To : Sew a simple fashionable purple infinity scarf

Infinity scarves are ridiculously easy to make at home. All you need is a long strip of thick fabric in a print you enjoy and some basis sewing utensils. Check out this video to learn how to sew an easy infinity scarf for winter. Products: Hand Needle 1 ½ yard of fabric

News : Ice Diving in Kazakhstan For Underwater Forests

Quick, winter is coming to a close, time to catch the tail end of the winter sport season. This could potentially include ice diving in Kaindy Lake (if you happen find yourself in Kazakhstan, home of Borat). Kaindy Lake was created by an enormous limestone landslide, and as a ...more

How To : Make dried flower arrangements

This is a how to video on making dried flower arrangements. It is presented by John white along with Virginia podmenik, Master Gardener from southwest yard and garden show. John white and Virginia podmenik, Master Gardener from the Dona Ana co. walk us through the various type ...more

How To : Knit delicate, doily patterned crochet earrings

Well this is quite the alternative crochet project. You've probably already knitted a light, hole-y Afghan, and even a long, thick crochet scarf for the winter months, but we can bet you've never even thought of crocheting your own earrings. These crochet earrings, which rese ...more

How To : Sew a peekaboo dress for a child

Making your child's clothing can be a great way to save money and stay up on the latest trends. This two part sewing tutorial gives you detailed instructions of how to begin construction of a versatile pinafore dress made in all manner of designs. This dress can be worn in all ...more

How To : Knit your own socks

Don't pay retail prices for store bought socks! Gear up for the winter and make your own knit socks at home. This six part video tutorial takes you through every phase of knitting socks with detailed instructions along the way. Part 1 of 6 - How to Knit your own socks. Part 2 ...more

How To : Make lanterns out of old jars

Why buy lanterns for your backyard when you can recycle empty jars into beautiful ones? This video will show you how to make lanterns out of old jars. Step 1. Wash and dry Wash glass jars in hot, soapy water and let them air dry. Step 2. Make templates Cut templates out of ...more

How To : Protect plants from frost

Frost is in the air. If you have tender plants like basil, pepper or impatients when that cold weather comes it will zap those plants. Often, if you can get through those first couple frosts, an Indian summer, that can last weeks and weeks, will follow. If you can protect your ...more

How To : Choose plants that love shade with Lowe's

If you have a shady yard, you can still have a colorful garden. You just need to pick the right plants that do well in the shade. Caladium is a leafy plant with bright colored red, pink and green leaves. They do not tolerate cold weather and should be brought in over winter. I ...more

How To : Keep warm sleeping in the forest

You know your going to have to sleep outside and you don’t know how to stave off the chill of the night. With the right equipment, some layering techniques and a full belly you be sure to get a good nights sleep even if it’s cold out. Don’t let the cold keep you indoors – lea ...more

Scrabble Bingo of the Day : CUCURBIT

CUCURBIT n pl. -S a gourd 64 points (14 points without the bingo) Halloween is just around the corner, and by now most of you have already picked up a CUCURBIT to gut and carve scary faces into. Yes, that jack-o-lantern decorating your doorstep for all of the trick-or-treate ...more

How To : Chop firewood and kindling with an ax

Keep your wood-burning fireplace well-fueled this winter. Northern Alberta Institute of Technology Forest Technology instructor Alan Pollock shows you how to cut wood and make kindling. Watch this video and learn to chop your own timber.

How To : Make A Whistle From A Sycamore Twig

I will show you how to make a loud whistle from a twig from a sycamore tree. In fact they are so loud that they could be used in an emergency situation to attract attention from potential rescuers. The international distress signal is 6 whistle blasts in quick succession. The ...more

How To : Build an outdoor fireplace in your yard

There's nothing like spending time outdoors with loved ones. Whether it's a hot summer evening or a coo, brisk spring morning, the outdoors can be a great place. You can enhance your experience with the outdoors, by building yourself something that everybody is sure to love: a ...more

How To : Thaw a Frozen Pipe

A frozen pipe doesn’t have to mean major trouble. You can keep your water flowing all winter long. You Will Need * A hair dryer or portable heater Step 1: Open all faucets Open all of your faucets to see if any water flows. If it does, run warm water through the pipes. This c ...more

How To : Cut back ornamental grass

Adrian Higgins is the extraordinary garden writer for the Washington Post and shares with us his tip for cutting back ornamental grass. Spring is late in Washington this year which is good because we haven't gotten around to cutting back our grasses. This is a vital late winte ...more

How To : Make a delicious hot chocolate mix

This hot chocolate mix recipe from chef Jason Hill is a decadent Valentine's Day treat or winter drink. Hot cocoa is a hit for adults and children alike. The ingredients are milk, chocolate chips, vanilla extract, whipped cream, and chocolate shavings. Learn how to prepare thi ...more

How To : Cook a Yankee chuck beef pot roast with red wine

During the winter, there's nothing we want more than to cuddle up in front of the fireplace and nom on something warm. Serve up a delicious entree that will warm the bellies of your family this holiday by preparing this Yankee chuck beef pot roast. Deeply flavored and so tend ...more

News : Best Farmville Holiday Farm Photos

Join us in collecting the best holiday farms we've seen. Everything from Christmas to Flag Day gets a special treatment with these incredible farms. Winter Wonderland, FacebookInsider http://thefacebookinsider.com/. Halloween Hay Bales, Farmville Freak http://farmvillefreak.c ...more

How To : Make a sweater dress with Gianny L

With the winter coming, a sweater is your key to warmth. But you don't have to sacrifice your sexiness with a big, bulky sweater. Transform it into a slim and sexy dress. See how to make a sweater dress in this video from GiannyL. This DIY closet hack is simple and easy, and ...more

How To : Install tire chains

Don't get stranded in the snow! Learn how to install snow tire chains in this free winter weather driving video from a master mechanic. Part 1 of 12 - How to Install tire chains. Install tire chains - Part 2 of 12. Click through to watch this video on expertvillage.com Install ...more

How To : Make a steak and kidney pudding

Make a great British classic with Sophie Grigson; the steak and kidney pudding makes for wonderful winter eating. You will need self-raising flour, salt, suet, beef steak, kidney, plain flour, mustard powder, onions, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Watch this video cooking tu ...more

How To : Make a crochet potholder using single crochet

Single crochet stitches sound easy, but when many are knitted together into a pattern you get a very thick and heat-resistant surface. That's the idea behind this simple beginner-level crochet project for crafting a granny-style potholder out of a single crochet stitch. These ...more

How To : Snowmobile

Snowmobiling is a fun and fast sport that takes advantage of winter and the great outdoors. Learn some tips for riding and staying safe from our snowmobiling expert in this free video series. Part 1 of 14 - How to Snowmobile. Snowmobile - Part 2 of 14. Click through to watch t ...more

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