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Grandmaster Alexandra Kosteniuk teaches you in this chess video tutorial, how to pin your opponent down from the middle game of chess. This chess example is from the game Kosteniuk vs Gaeva in Verdun (1995). White plays and wins by checkmating with the queen and rook. To see h ...more

The original pin up girls from the '40s and '50s knew how to work the camera and were clearly drop dead gorgeous. Even when Photoshop hadn't been invented yet, and even without all the fancy studio lighting and airbrushing we have now, they were able to look like handmaids of ...more

When shoemaker Robert Pinney invented the first plain but practical bobby pin in 1868, he surely never imagined all of the elaborate variations that would be available today! In this tutorial, a young crafter teaches you how to glam up your bobby pins. Using costume jewelry, s ...more

In this video, we learn how to style a pin-up rockabilly hairdo. First, brush all your hair back except for your bangs, then curl your bangs so they sit on your face across your forehead. Now, wrap a handkerchief around our head, then pull the bottom flap up to the top. After ...more

Windows 7 has an interesting new feature by which you can pin your programs to the task bar and this video shows you how to do it. In Windows 7 if you have any frequently used program you can improve its ease of access by pinning it to the task bar. Now to do this first open t ...more

Crafter Betz White shows Martha Stewart how to make felted tea pin cushions. Materials needed for this project are a wool sweater, pins, scissors, needle, thread, fabric glue, lingerie bag, unfelted cord and felted white circles. Make a teacup pincushion. Click through to watc ...more

Just because you want to look like a pin up doesn't mean you have to go the full blown route of Dita von Teese. In fact, the pin up look presented in this video is one you can wear on a daily basis. Glossy, nude eyes with just a smidgen of mascara, bold, well-defined brows, a ...more

Windows 7 is the hot, new operating system replacing the past XP and Vista systems. Windows 7 is the most simplified, user-friendly version that Microsoft has developed - ever. Get acquainted with your new version of Windows straight from Microsoft. This video tour will show ...more

This clip demonstrates a pair of handy shortcuts for discovering the PIN and phone number of a BlackBerry phone. Whether you're the proud owner of a BlackBerry smartphone or are merely considering picking one up, you're sure to be well served by this official video guide from ...more

In this video tutorial, Eran Stern shows you a technique to enhance your tracking and compositing results by using Mocha AE and RG Warp Corner Pin plug-in. Creative Cow is a support community for digital video, video editing, and media production professionals in broadcasting ...more

Like a mixture of Lady Gaga and Katy Perry, Nicki Minaj is a woman of very confident and sometimes brash style. Whether it's her multicolored wigs, colored contact lenses, or pin up girl makeup with a neon streak, she knows what looks she loves and rocks them. Check out this ...more

In this Arts & Crafts video tutorial you will learn how to attach an eye pin to a French hook. The video is from Jewelry Making Fun. For this you will need nose pliers, an eye pin and a French hook. One way of doing this is to hold the French hook in one hand. With the pliers ...more

Did you know that you can easily pin programs that you often use and access to the taskbar in Windows 7? Pinning a program to the taskbar allows you to quickly open it without having to access the start menu or an icon on your desktop.

In the Age of the Smokey Eye, women who get glammed up with red lips and cat eyes are endangered species. Fifty years ago you would have seen nothing but, yet today the predominance of Kim Kardashian smokey eyes and nude lips has made anyone wearing red lips a wonder. Which i ...more

Kirsten demonstrates adding a unique touch to a pincushion by transforming a dimensional flower decoration to an area for resting pins, needles and more. She stitches in a flower to a pin cushion as well as constructing the pin cushion itself. You are instructed to use a sewin ...more

Learn how to use the various messaging features available on a BlackBerry phone. This clip will show you how it's done. Whether you're the proud owner of a BlackBerry smartphone or are merely considering picking one up, you're sure to be well served by this video guide. For de ...more

Learn from fashion designer Natalie how to pin your patterns together for sewing.

If you're a habitual sewer, especially one who switches between threads and needles frequently to work on a complex project, then a pin cushion is not only a nice tool to have, but also a necessity for good work flow. This tutorial shows you how to make a quick and attractive ...more

In this software tutorial you will see how to create a polaroid picture and make it look like it is pinned up on a wall using Inkscape. All you need for this creative pinned-up polaroid is a picture and the open source software Inkscape.

Precision is important when you're making a garment as closely form fitting as a corset, and pinning your garment together is no different. Make sure that the panels for your corset are snugly, securely and accurately pinned together before you start sewing.

In this tutorial you will be walked step-by-step through how to make a super easy pin cushion bracelet using a bottle cap. This project DOES NOT require a sewing machine. The only stitching involved is a few hand stitches. This pin cushion bracelet is super handy for any craf ...more

We all have a general idea of what a pin-up looks like: Big, buxom hips, wild curves that render men speechless, finger curled hair, and the iconic red lips with cat eyes combo. Bread out of the mold by creating a pin-up look that's equally glamorous and sexy but with a slight ...more

Yes, it takes a lot of work to be a girl. Before a big event like prom or a wedding, it's almost unheard of to step foot outside your door without a beautiful head of curls pinned up into a low bun, rouge dusted on lightly so as to impart a healthy sheen rather than a ruddy, f ...more

A lot of girls fear red lipstick and retro pin up girl looks for one main reason: they're simply too over the top. But skipping out on this classic and timeless makeup look means skipping out on one of the sexiest ways you can dress your face. If full blown reds and blacks ar ...more

In this video, we learn how to make your own sterling silver headpins. You will first need a torch (one from your kitchen will work fine), a heat protected surface, bowl of cold water, and fine silver. Next, cut out two inch pieces (or longer if that suits you best). Put on sa ...more

Interested in getting in on the vintage jewelry trend? Then consider this video the introduction to the rest of your jewelry-crafting career. This jewelry tutorial focuses on brass stampings, which are intricate, almost filigree-like floral patterned rounds that you can string ...more

Wear your heart on your sleeve - literally - by crafting this origami heart pin. Show some love for Cupid's holiday by creasing and folding your way to origami perfection. This heart pin can be used as a bookmark, and as a present it can be tucked into a book of romantic poet ...more

If you have anxiety about stabbing your date while pinning on her corsage for prom, then take a look at these tips on proper corsage care and you'll be smooth like butter.

It's not impossible! This tutorial is a super easy technique you can use to sew a curved seam (such as cap sleeves) without having to use pins, which can create difficult bunching. All you need really is a Curve Master presser foot attachment!

Use care replacing your pre-amp tubes. If you bend a pin, carefully straighten using the following procedure.

In this how-to video, you will learn how to make a pin back button. First, you will need a button and cloth. Download the sheet of buttons you want to use. Cut out each button, or use a punch. Now, take the image to the button pressing machine. Place the silver part in first, ...more

Kandee Johnson demonstrates pinup girl make (similar to Betty Paige or Dita von Teese). You’ll need an angle brush, a fluffy brush, black liquid liner, black pencil liner, nude and pink / peach eyeshadow, black eyeshadow, false eyelashes and bright red lipstick. Start with pre ...more

Learn tips and tricks for bin basting when you are quilting.

What exactly is a head pin? In jewelry crafting, a head pin is the small wire loop on top of a bead that allows the bead to be attached to a necklace or an earring. If you're looking to get into making your own jewelry, then creating a headpin is one of the most basic skills y ...more

In order to make a scalloped edged bobby pin accessory, you will need the following: wire, a bobby pin, small beads, a ruler, and scissors. Cut about 2 feet of wire. Fold the wire in half. Lace the wire through the bobby pin. Anchor it by wrapping it around the exterior. Then, ...more

Like the classic pin up look but tired of the fact that it's done the same way, with the same colors but just about everyone? Toss your beige eyeshadows and red lipstick tubes (not into the trash, but back into your makeup bag!) and try out some more modern colors for this loo ...more

Okay, so why would a kid want to make a pincushion? They're not supposed to be playing with sharp objects like pins anyway, right? Well, not everything you teach your children will benefit them. Sometimes you need to think of you… something you could find useful, and this dete ...more

Partiers everywhere have played pin the tail on the donkey. Now you can play, too. Just check out the steps and tips in this how-to video and learn how to play this classic kids game. The only supplies you'll need are tape, a paper donkey (or a variation), players, a paper tai ...more

Jennifer Lopez, better known by her diva moniker J Lo, doesn't step foot out of her multistory mansion without a full face of makeup on, beautiful, voluminous curls, and her neck and hands dipped in diamonds. Evoke the same glamour - at least with your hair - by checking out ...more

Learn to do a side mount or four corners pin in Jiu Jitsu.

Many science fiction feature films and TV shows feature holographic communication and interfaces. Specifically, this video addresses how to use corner pinning within Holomatrix. Red Giant Holomatrix allows you to easily recreate that effect with just a few clicks. Whether you' ...more

A tutorial video on how to apply retro pin-up model makeup, just like a real a pin-up model. Start by applying the foundation and add some eyeshadow primer to make the makeup last longer. Curl your lashes cause you'll be using false eyelashes later. Apply the eyeshadow, make s ...more

This video presenter starts out by applying makeup to her eye lids and underneath her eye brows. The presenter blends together several different colors and brushes to bring out her eyes. She then applies a dark eye liner across the top of her eye and white eye liner to the bot ...more

Need some help figuring out how to send a PIN message on a BlackBerry phone? This clip will teach you everything you'll need to know. Whether you're the proud owner of a BlackBerry smartphone or are merely considering picking one up, you're sure to be well served by this offic ...more

Want to look like a Victoria Secret's pin up girl? This video will show you exactly how to achieve this look step by step. Whether you are going out on the town, or have a hot date this look could work for any evening occasion. The best part of this video that you can do it al ...more

Learn how to create and send PIN messages on your BlackBerry. This clip will show you how it's done. Whether you're the proud owner of a BlackBerry smartphone or are merely considering picking one up, you're sure to be well served by this video guide. For detailed information, ...more

Create the famous Star Wars text scroll using the corner pinning tool in After Effects. Use corner pinning in After Effects. Click through to watch this video on creativemac.com

In this clip, we learn how to pin things to the Start screen on a Windows Phone 7 smartphone as well as how to change the theme color. Whether you're the proud owner of a Microsoft Windows Phone 7 smartphone or are merely considering picking one up, you're sure to be well serv ...more

In this handy home-computing how-to from WonderHowTo favorites Tekzilla, we learn how to pin items to the Windows 7 taskbar with the Windows 7 Taskbar Pinner app. For details on how to download, install and running this useful app on your own Microsoft Windows 7 PC, watch this ...more

In this video, we learn how to add netting a flower pin. Once you have already out your flower together, put a pin in the back so you can clip it to your clothing. Now, purchase netting from a craft store and cut out a small rectangle. Now, fold this piece up in half and then ...more

If you've got a bobby pin and pair of handcuffs lying around, check out this video to learn how to modify your bobby pin to break into most locks. Using handcuffs, you can mold the tip of the bobby pin to allow the ability to open up things such as handcuffs and other locks.

If you follow designer Tory Burch then you probably know that her high class and trendy clothing and accessories are also extremely high priced, costing upwards of thousands of dollars. But you don't need to drop a grand sum to look fashionable and of the moment. Check out th ...more

We are officially living the era of the smoky eye. No matter where you go you see girls who all look the same, with bronzy, blended out smoky eyes paired with nude or pale pink lips. Call it the Kim Kardashian effect; call it modern drama, but we're honestly getting sick and t ...more

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to pin a program to the task-bar in Windows 7. Click on the Start menu and click on All Programs. Find the program that you want to pin in the task-bar and click on it. Right-click on the program and select Pin to Task-bar. The program ...more

In this video, we learn how to use a head pin while making earrings. Start off by grabbing a 1" long headpin and feed a bead through it until it reaches the other end of the pin. Now, decide how you want to close the loop. The first way to close it is to make a single loop by ...more

When it comes to dressing up your face for the holidays, your LBD of makeup looks is without a doubt the classic neutral eye and red lip combo. Beautiful since the days of Marilyn Monroe, this look is timelessly feminine and sultry. So be the bell of the ball at your next hol ...more

Check out this video to learn how to install acoustical wall panels using pins to secure the panel to the wall.