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How To : DIY Cat Toys You Can Find at Home

Cat toys can be unnecessarily expensive. Using items you already own, you can provide your cat with new and fun ways to play. Look around, you may have dozens of potential cat toys that will occupy your cat for days to come! 1. Hair Ties Cat love hair ties. You can fling the ...more

How To : Make a pop-up concertina money card

In this video, we learn how to make a pop-up concertina money card. To start, you will first need to take a piece of paper and measure your money on the inside of the paper. Then, cut this out in a strip and cold your money in half lengthwise. After this, measure the depth out ...more

How To : Make glittered window-style Christmas cards

This artsy crafty video tutorial will show you how to make glittered window-style cards. The "glittered window" technique to card-making is basically just adding glitter to shipping tape. Instructions for a Merry Christmas holiday card: Cut a "Real Red" cardstock to create a ...more

How To : Make a wallet with card holders from duct tape

In this tutorial, we learn how to make a wallet with card holders from duct tape. First, you will need to cut out duct tape in several strips to the size you want. You can use any color of duct tape you want. Next, you will start to overlap the duct tape on top of each other s ...more

How To : Make a Cricut latte-themed thank you card

cardcrazy09 teaches you how to make a Cricut latte-themed thank you card. You start with a brown piece of cardboard as a bottom. Then add two pieces of blue card stock. Add a small brown card slice in the middle and the background is done. You will print the message on a card ...more

How To : Market As a Balloon Artist Entertainer

Whether you are part time or full time as an entertainer, anyone can use help in marketing or advertising. Below are a few suggestions for helping get your name out as an entertainer in your area. For a more detailed list, be sure to check out www.BalloonLibrary.com where you ...more

How To : Make yarn hair falls

Emily from Girlispoision takes us through crafting yarn falls, a new and interesting sort of hair accessory for girls and women of all ages. First, obviously, you need yarn. Second, you'll need a glue stick, for general construction. Third, you'll need a nice large flat surfac ...more

How To : Make a mini polymer clay hollow pumpkin for a doll

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

News : Steampunk Bottle (a Red and Malevolent Glow)

Thought I would cross-post a piece I did a while ago. So here is a piece I made a while back. I found this brass and glass bottle at the thrift store. At the time of purchase it had a broken music box on the bottom. I actually was able to fix the music box and it plays "How D ...more

How To : Remove a stuck freewheel

In this tutorial, we learn how to remove a stuck freewheel. First, take your crescent wheel and place it on the outside piece of the wheel axle. After this, use a wrench to remove the bolt that is around this, using a big push to help it get out of place. This should be pretty ...more

How To : Create a puff-pastry cornucopia

In this video we learn how to make a puff-pastry cornucopia. This is a great centerpiece for Thanksgiving and can be used to hold different foods such as buiscuts or finger sandwiches. First we need to form the mold for the cornucopia. You take some tin foil and make about 13- ...more

How To : Make polymer clay pocket mirrors

This video teaches you how to make small polymer clay pocket mirrors. You can put these in your purse or even wallet. It is a good gift, as you can customize them for the person you indent to give. Get small mirrors from a craft store. One technique is to make a separate cover ...more

How To : Make a simple spikey piñata

In this tutorial, we learn how to make a simple spiky pi–ata. First, you will need to blow up a balloon and grab some pieces of newspaper. After this, cut out pieces of the newspaper then use paste to stick them onto the balloon. Make a thick wall of this newspaper throughout ...more

How To : Pull the burning pen prank

And then there was light…on your pen. Have a little fun and with a little ingenuity and a couple of matchsticks you can liven up any afternoon by pranking your friends with this magically burning pen. No one will ever ask to borrow your pen again after you pull this hair-rais ...more

How To : Build a magnetic boxcar

Want a race car that never needs any gas? Then learn how to build your very own magnetic boxcar. With the magnificent magnetic force on your side your car will be cruising in no time! For this project, you'll need the following: pencil compass 1 piece of cardboard tape sciss ...more

How To : Patch a bike tube or tire

There are 3 steps involved in patching a bike tube: 1. Locate hole in the tube. 2. Prepare tube for patch installation. 3. Apply patch. • To locate the hole, pump up the tube a little bigger to make sure there are no other holes. Put your ear up close to the tube to hear any a ...more

News : Fantastic Food Deals for Super Bowl 50

The big day is nearly here... Super Bowl 50 kicks off this Sunday, February 7, at 3:30 p.m. PST (6:30 p.m. EST). And whether you're having a giant party or watching the game on your big-screen TV by yourself, there's one thing you probably won't be doing: cooking food in your ...more

How To : Cut fabric with your Cricut

Cricut can be used to cut fabric. In order to cut fabric with your Cricut, you will need the following: Steam A Seam 2 (a double stick fusible web), blue painters tape, iron, and the Cricut with cartridge. Choose fabric. You can use Cricut fabric swatches or your own. Cut the ...more

How To : Make grilled zucchini and summer squash

Leave room on the outdoor grill for some zucchini and squash, two vegetables that make a nice accompaniment to whatever you're cooking up. Watch this video to learn how to make grilled zucchini and summer squash. You Will Need * A grill * A steel brush * A clean cloth * Vege ...more

How To : Mix different genres of dance music.

Wonder how to become a great DJ? To be a good DJ you need to understand the concepts of mixing tracks, adding cool effects, and of course you need a good sense of rhythm to line up the beats. This how to video explains how you can mix different genres of dance music. You must ...more

CES 2016 : LG Shows Off Its Newspaper-Like Flexible Screen

LG literally rolled out a prototype of its cutting-edge flexible display at CES 2016 in Las Vegas. The company showed off an 18-inch screen with 1,200 x 800 pixel resolution that you can roll up like a magazine or newspaper and take with you. And while an 18-inch HD screen tha ...more

How To : Use a Neti pot aka saline sinus wash

Learn how to use a Neti pot, otherwise known as a saline sinus wash to help clear out your nasal passages. This is a homeopathic remedy for sinus problems or any issues you may have with your nose. Take the packet that comes with your Neti pot, and dump it in. Fill the pot to ...more

How To : Make a perfect omelette

Diane Morgan shows us the right way to cook a nice fluffy omelet. Break the eggs into a bowl and beat them with a fork until they are fluffy, adding a small amount of milk and some salt and pepper. Add a little butter to a non-stick omelet pan; let it melt on low heat and drop ...more

How To : Craft a potato container car with your kids

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to make a recycled potato container car. The materials required for this project are: a recycled potato chips, half of a skewer stick, 4 recycled plastic soda caps, glue and a sharp pencil. Users may also need paint, brush and string. ...more

How To : Draw Tohru Honda from Fruits Basket

In this tutorial, we learn how to draw Tohru Honda. Start out by drawing a circle for the head, then lines on the face to reference where the facial features go. After this, draw a stick for the body alone with a neck. Draw in circles where the shoulders go, then start drawing ...more

How To : Make a Scrapbook Shaker Box Easily

In this tutorial, we learn how to make a scrapbook shaker box at home. You will need: square card stock shape, another square card stock shape with a hole in the middle, and a piece of acrylic. First, place the acrylic along the piece of card stock with a hole on it and glue t ...more

How To : Make a creamy asparagus, spinach and leek soup

Asparagus is the vegetable for everything. No matter what you do with it, it always tastes great. And this leek soup is no exception. With wild leeks and spinach, this soup is sure to be added to your listed of healthy and yummy recipes. This is a seamy, healthy soup rich wit ...more

News : A day at the fair ground!

Everybody loves a good fair ground ride and so why not give them something to panic about more than a few bloody pranks? Pranks: 'The water, it burns!!' : Two friends or one person will go on a water ride, preferably in a carriage with other people they don't know or if they ...more

How To : Make paper ninja stars or shuriken with origami

This video shows us how to make a paper ninja star easily. Firstly you need is 2 sheets of paper, tape and scissors. Firstly take the first piece of paper and fold it into half and then fold it in half the same way. And then fold it in half in the opposite way and then do the ...more

How To : Out dribble your opponent in field hockey

England player Jonty Clarke shows you how to out dribble your opponent. Tips include faking before a charge down the weak side, and flipping over the stick. Out dribble your opponent in field hockey. Click through to watch this video on co.uk

How To : Make a mini penguin polymer clay bead

A piece of orange clay is rolled down to diameter of desired width of beak, and rolled down further at 1 end to make a point. Cone shape is cut to length of beak desired. A black ball of polymer clay is made. Base of orange beak is blended onto it. 2 clear seed beads are picke ...more

How To : Make chocolate chip cookies, step-by-step

To make chocolate chip cookies you will need flour, baking soda, salt, butter, white sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, eggs, chocolate chips, a small and large mixing bowl, a measuring cup, a stirring spoon, a baking sheet pan, and an oven. First, preheat your oven to 375 d ...more

How To : Play pool (for beginners)

You'll never be able to hustle people at pool if you don't actually know how to play. Watch this video for a beginner's tutorial on playing pool. You Will Need: * A pool table * Quarters * Billiard stick * And 2 or 4 players Tips: If there is a line for tables, mark that you ...more

How To : Make conventional shadow puppets

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to make shadow puppets. Users will need a good, strong light and good positioning of the light. It is recommended to use white or any bright colored walls. Users learn how to do 2 types of shadow puppets in this video. The first type i ...more

How To : Make a Tear-Free Bath Rinse Cup for Kids

For those of us with small children, bath time can be very fun. Kids usually love splashing about and playing with their toys in the water! One thing they don't love however, is getting water in their eyes or on their face. Every parent has been through it. You go to rinse th ...more

How To : Make a bow and arrow from a ball point pen

In this tutorial, we learn how to make a bow and arrow from a ball point pen. First, you will take the top and bottom off of the pen. Then, use a knife to poke a hole in one side of the case until you reach the other side. Now, make small notches in the top of it so you can st ...more

How To : Get a green lawn

Make everyone in your neighborhood green with envy over your lush lawn with these landscaping secrets. Learn how to get your lawn green with this Howcast landscaping guide. You Will Need * A soil test * Fertilizer * Water * Sharp lawn mower blades Step 1: Test your soil Test ...more

News : Build a Redneck roller coaster

Genius or retard?  Such an impossibly fine, fine line. Imagine if MacGyver got hit by a hillbilly stupid stick. Extremely amusing. And yes, washing machine parts are integral to this design!$%^&. Here's the tutorial: DIY%20a%20redneck%20roller-coaster. And here's the 'proof' ...more

How To : Paint the body of a guitar

In this tutorial, we learn how to paint a guitar! Before you begin, you will want to take your guitar apart. Once you've done that, go outside and clean your guitar removing any dust on it. Your next step is to smooth the whole body of the guitar with 100 grit followed by 150 ...more

How To : Flatter a boyish figure

A boyish figure is easy to dress: It's the shape high-fashion designers create for! Here's how to maximize the impact. You Will Need * Low-rise pants * Shapely tops * Full and pencil skirts * A bathing suit with boy shorts and a triangle top * Horizontal stripes Step 1 Wear l ...more

How To : Make easy baked ziti

When you want to feed a crowd without spending hours working in the kitchen, follow these steps to make an Italian dish that's sure to please the whole family. You Will Need * 1 16-oz. box penne pasta * 1 28-oz. jar marinara sauce * 2 c. shredded mozzarella cheese * 1/4 c. gra ...more

How To : Make a dinner roast lamb

This how-to video is about how to make a roasted lamb for dinner. First we need to place some rosemary leaves and some whole garlic (around four) on an oven tray, then place the lamb meat over the top rosemary and garlic, the lamb meat should be cut along all over its surface ...more

How To : Build an upside down bookcase

Follow these tips and learn to make an upside down bookcase. -Get all your games and books out, measure them to a piece of Velcro. -Cut the Velcro and paste it down on the shelf. -Take one of your books or games and wrap the Velcro around it, then clip the sticky side off. -Pl ...more

How To : Play "Stuck on You" by Lionel Richie on ukulele

In the left side of your screen you can see the brown color bar which shows the different strings sections of the Uke Player. When a particular note has to be played that shall also be displayed by blue buttons on the screen. You have to watch these blue buttons and then follo ...more

How To : Make the world's best Masala chai tea

The Digital Chef shows how he makes Masala Chai Tea, also known as Indian Spice Tea. To make the tea you will need some black tea, fresh cloves, fresh cardamom seeds, fresh cinnamon stick, fresh ginger root cut into chunks, a bit of pepper, and some water and milk. (He grinds ...more

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