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How To : Make caramel nut bars

First you make the crust by putting a bowl of flour and a bowl of brown sugar together into a large bowl. Whisk the flour and brown sugar together in the bowl. Next add two sticks of margarine cut up into smaller pieces. Use a pastry cutter and work the butter into the mixture ...more

How To : Bake sticky jam scones with your kids

Have a blast while making a delicious treat that's sweet and gooey to eat! Carrie tweaks a traditionally English breakfast item by adding an element of surprise. This recipe will have your friends and family begging you for seconds! Follow along with this cooking how-to video ...more

How To : Make Indian style daal soup

Soups do not have to be limited to winter. Daal soup can be enjoyed anytime of the year. It is so hearty and filling, that we really do not need anything else with it. But if you are one that has to have bread, rice or chapatis, go ahead and do just that! Watch this how to vid ...more

How To : Cook Rice the Easy South Louisianan Way

It's every home cook's nightmare...burnt on the bottom, mushy on the top! RICE, the simplest of foods, but not so simple to cook...or is it? I'm from South Louisiana (think New Orleans then go further south) where rice is served with everything and cooking it is second nature. ...more

How To : Transplant Papaya Trees

Papaya trees are very vulnerable to transplantation shock. Seedlings tend to recover slowly and poorly after replanting in a new location under a sunny sky. Many internet articles advise that papaya trees should be transplanted without injury to their root systems. Keeping the ...more

How To : Dominate the New York Times Crossword Puzzle

First off, don't be frustrated. YOU CAN DO IT! Contrary to the message in the image above, it's NOT over. It's just beginning. And when it comes to solving the New York Times crossword puzzle, the old cliche does apply: practice makes perfect. I've read quite a few books and ...more

How To : Make futomaki sushi & California rolls

Ever wonder how to make futomaki sushi and California rolls? Cut ingredients for filling. Remove both ends of cucumber. Make 6 cucumber sticks. Cut avocado in ½, twist, remove seed. Remove peel. Slice into thin pieces. Cut shiitake mushrooms into fine strips. Cut barbequed eel ...more

How To : Clone Taco Bell's Meat (AKA 'Taco Meat Filling')

Taco Bell's in the news for umpteenth time, and today the controversy is over their infamous beef taco meat. Gizmodo leaked a picture of Taco Bell's "Taco Meat Filling" and surprise, surprise— it's missing a lot of the "meat" that it claims in its advertisements. Taco Meat Fil ...more

How To : Assemble a Survival Kit

I am writing this quick post in response to the recent earthquakes and tsunamis that are affecting Japan. As soon as the news broke, and we began to hear of tsunami warning for our area, I immediately realized how under prepared I was for a natural disaster. The thing that dro ...more

How To : Install No-Frills Drip Irrigation

Solving a Dilemma This is a simple how-to for a cost effective drip irrigation system for your garden. My motivation to set up my garden for drip irrigation was pretty simple. In the summer, it gets to 90+ degrees outside, and my 50’ garden hose didn’t reach the far extents w ...more

How To : Stump people with a cork trick

In order to stump drunk people with a cork trick, you will need the following: 2 corks per person. Tuck the cork between the thumbs and forefingers. The rules are that you have to switch out the corks without using any other fingers, besides the thumbs and forefingers, and th ...more

How To : Perform a Coin Through Leg magic trick

You’ve heard the saying pass the buck, right? Well Ryan Oakes is going to coin a new saying, pass the coin, through your leg. Check out how to do this cool new trick. You will need one coin. Sometimes we use materials that require adult supervision... like scissors so make sur ...more

How To : Perform the impossible knot magic trick

Think this trick is impossible? Well think again, as magician Ryan Oakes teaches the secret to Knot Impossible! You will need a length of clothesline rope about 2-3 feet long. Sometimes we use materials that require adult supervision... like scissors so make sure you have frie ...more

How To : Perform a rising ring magic trick

Spooky Magic tricks are so much fun! So grab a rubber band and metal ring and learn how to do the rising ring!You will need a finger ring or key ring and a thin medium-sized rubber band. Sometimes we use materials that require adult supervision... like scissors to make sure yo ...more

How To : Perform a magic trick by counting on your fingers

Want to learn a trick that you can perform anywhere at any time? All you need are some props you already have…your hands! Sometimes we use materials that require adult supervision... like scissors, so make sure you have friends and family around whenever you do magic tricks. 1 ...more

How To : Do the one-handed shuffle for magic

Learn the craft of magic. This magic tutorial demonstrates the following trick: the one handed shuffle. Jarek is an 18 year old magician here to instruct his love of magic. Magic tricks take time and patience to learn. Watch this magic trick tutorial to master the one handed s ...more

How To : Pogo on a skateboard

Learn handed and no handed pogo tricks with these skateboard tips. The pogo is a super fun trick that takes balance and skill. It's advanced flat land trick you should learn ollies and grabs before you get into the pogo.

How To : Make a coin disappear in your hand

There are a million ways to make a coin disappear, but the classic technique in this how-to video is used in hundreds of tricks. This is a simple illusion that every good magician should know. All you need is a large coin and your own two hands. Watch this video magic tutorial ...more

How To : Perform some beginner juggling tricks

A tutorial on some of the most basic tricks. Two-in-one-hand shower Reverse two-in-one-hand shower Two-in-one-hand columns Juggler's Tennis Reverse Cascade Columns Fake Columns Three Ball Flash Under The Arm

How To : Perform multiple card tricks

Learn how to shuffle cards from one hand to another, make a car spin on your finger, or make a card jump from the deck to your hand. These simple tricks are easy to learn and will definitely impress your audience. Perform multiple card tricks. Click through to watch this video ...more

How To : Perform the shoestring magic trick

Learn how to tie your shoes without your hands. This nifty little magic trick will make your parents scratch their head and your little siblings want to be more like you than ever. Tie your shoes without using your hands and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Perform the shoestri ...more

How To : Do the classic coin transposition magic trick

Everyone loves a magic trick, especially when you wow them with a seemingly normal object. In this trick, take a regular coin and make it disappear and move around magically! Soon, you will be the hit of every party! You Will Need • Lip balm or other like substance • Dime • ...more

How To : Perform the "rope through the neck" trick

This video starts off with a magician performing a trick that he will teach. You are going to need a length of rope or a scarf to do this trick. The rope or scarf should be about five feet long. Put the rope behind your head so the sides are hanging normally down your chest. Y ...more

How To : Do the color changing deck trick

Looking to pick up a new card trick? Amaze your friends with your ability to change the colors of all of the cards in a deck with this video on how to do the color changing deck trick. You Will Need: • A double-backed deck of cards Step 1: Arrange deck so the cards all show ...more

How To : Do the card in wallet trick

Are you a magician on a budget? Impressive feats of magic don't require an assistant to saw in half, or even a rabbit to pull out of a hat. You need only the slightest sleight-of-hand to perform this impressive magic staple. You Will Need *A deck of playing cards *Craft glue ...more

How To : Perform the Toss Up Vanish card trick

Every magician needs to know how to do a little manipulation with playing cards! So grab a deck and get ready to learn The Toss Up Vanish! You need a single playing card to perform the Toss Up Vanish. Sometimes we use materials that require adult supervision... like scissors s ...more

How To : Sculpt In Clay - Sculpting the Feet 1

Visit www.studiorealism.com to see other tutorials on how to sculpt the human figure with clay. This is a deleted scene from my new DVD about sculpting clay figures, which can be found at www.studiorealism.com Most people have a hard time sculpting feet, hands and faces. Scu ...more

How To : Link rubber bands trick

In this tutorial, we learn how to link rubber bands trick. To start, you will need to have two rubber bands. After you have these, you will count to '3' and then link the rubber bands together. This is a very simple trick to do, just hold the hands in each of your hands. Then, ...more

How To : Attract women using magic tricks

It's possible to attract women using magic tricks, and Alex will teach you how to in this video. You can do this during the day or in bars and clubs, which will entertain one women or an entire group. First, take a small piece of paper, a piece of money will work as well. Fold ...more

How To : Do a classic beginner's magic card trick

This video shows a very basic magic card trick which was created by the person who made the video. This magic trick is perfect for beginners and is simple. First, you should separate the cards into four piles, asking the other person to pick a card from one of the decks. You t ...more

How To : Do the Hamman count card trick

Do the Hamman count card trick The Hamman card count uses three cards. Hold the cards in the middle grip using the middle finger, ring finger and thumb. Hold the cards as far up on the middle and ring fingers as you possibly can. The farther up you hold them, the more cards y ...more

How To : Perform the "little poodle" cigarette magic trick

In this tutorial, learn a funky trick that will impress your friends. This trick requires nothing more than a cigarette and is easy to do anywhere you go. This is perfect for use in bars and restaurants while you are waiting for your drinks to arrive. This magic trick will du ...more

How To : Cut an apple in half with your bare hands

Humans don't really have the strength to rip a solid apple in half.. or do they? In this video, learn a cool trick for separating any apple with nothing but your bare hands. This comes in handy as a magic trick, or, more practically, as a way to enjoy a fresh apple without a ...more

How To : Make simple English toffee

In order to prepare A Simple English Toffee, you will need the following: a large heavy pot, a candy thermometer, a spoon, a dash of salt, a baking sheet, 2 cups of butter, 2 cups of sugar, and 2 cups of chocolate. Combine butter and sugar and salt in the pot. Heat over mediu ...more

How To : Whistle Like a Train

By following this tutorial, you can learn how to easily make a train whistle sound using only your hands. You can replicate the sound of a train whistle by simply folding your hands and adjusting for the airflow as you blow on your thumb knuckles. This is a very easy trick to ...more

How To : Make a bottlecap fly out of your hand

Create a nice burst of air and you can make the bottle cap go flying. Watch as the bottlecap soars into the air when you clap your hands together. This is one great bottlecap trick you can do at home. All is revealed. Win beers or money. Perform it anywhere. The material can ...more

How To : Make a French baguette

Your loved ones will say, "Ooh, la, la!" when you pull this French baguette out of the oven. You Will Need * 4 c. unbleached all-purpose flour * ½ tsp. salt * 1 tbsp. active dry yeast * 2 c. warm water * A couple of tablespoons of oil * Cornmeal * A bowl of water * A baking sh ...more

How To : Perform a triple Charlier magic card trick

If you like cards, and you like tricks, you've come to the right spot to learn how to do some amazing card tricks. You're probably not a magician, but that doesn't mean you can't perform any magic, especially with a deck of cards. Just watch this magic revealed... see how to m ...more

How To : Perform an acrobatic card trick

Bring the circus into your home with this famed acrobatic cards trick. Watch magician Ryan Oakes teach you how to make your old deck of cards do a little dance. You will need one deck of cards. Sometimes we use materials that require adult supervision... like scissors, so mak ...more

How To : Do three color-changing card tricks

In order to perform a three color-changing card trick, you will need the following: a deck of cards. For the set up of this trick, you will need to remove the Ace of Diamonds and the Ace of Hearts from the deck. Put one on the top and place the other one on the bottom. Next, ...more

News : Nope, This Is NOT a Black and White Photograph

Paul Lung requires nothing but a 0.5 mm technical graphite pencil, plus one sheet of A2 paper to create a nearly perfectly hand drawn facsimile of a photograph. The 38-year-old graphic designer of Hong Kong spends up to 60 hours on each labor intensive drawing. Self Portrait o ...more

How To : Make bath bomb fizzies

First, get your supplies ready. These would include bowls, gloves, cups with and without spouts, measuring spoons and molds. Second, get your dry ingredients measured and ready. These include citric acid, epsom salt, Bentonite and sea salt. Mix all together in bowl with your ...more

How To : Properly take-off for a tantrum

Learn Wake demonstrates how to properly take-off for a tantrum wake board move. The tantrum is one of the easiest inverts to land but it has a more complicated edge than a wake jump or a back roll. It requires an edge change at the wake. Approach the wake on your heels so that ...more

How To : Make spicy honey wings

Need some wings to spice up the afternoon barbecue? Make some spicy honey wings, which are perfect for any football game. This is definitely a gooey and finger-licking good recipe. Try them out for yourself and see if you don't think they're the best ever. Jason Tremblay, hea ...more

How To : Perform the "auto-reversal" trick

1.This video describes how to perform the auto reversal trick. Take a seat on the rocking chair of magic. To do this magic you are going to need regular deck of cards of 52 and you can have the joker, also it doesn't matter. Before you keep the cards in hands you have to do li ...more

How To : Make tortilla chips at home

Chef Jason Hill is at the Mission Tortilla Factory in Anaheim, CA to show you how to make restaurant quality tortillas. Add butter at the end and you're good to go! To prepare this flour tortilla recipe, you only need four ingredients: flour, baking powder, vegetable shorteni ...more

Do prediction card tricks : "X Marks The Spot Card"

Polish up your prediction card tricks. Easy and amazing prediction card trick revealed in this tutorial. 1.Gather two permanent markers, a piece of paper, clear nail polish and a deck of cards. 2.Dip the tip of one of the markers in the nail polish so that it doesn't write. ...more

How To : Teach your dog to roll over

Rolling over is a simple trick that any dog can master, and it will help you build confidence in your dog. Learn how to teach your dog to roll over with this how to video. You Will Need * A dog * Patience * And dog treats Step 1: Sitting and lying down In the backyard or par ...more

How To : Perform a vanishing coin magic trick

Borrow a coin from someone in your audience and amaze them as it vanishes before their very eyes! You will need one borrowed pen from your audience and one quarter. Sometimes we use materials that require adult supervision... like scissors so make sure you have friends and fam ...more

How To : Perform an amazing silk handkerchief magic trick

Learn how to do the Amazing Silk Escape with magician Ryan Oakes. You'll be able to entertain your family and friends with this great trick. You will need a clear glass, a rubber band, and two opaque handkerchiefs (each should be a different color). Sometimes we use materials ...more

How To : Perform the sawing-in-half magic trick

No magic show would be complete without the famous sawing in half trick. So grab a straw and a piece of string and come join the fun! You will need a straw, a piece of string and a pair of scissors. Sometimes we use materials that require adult supervision... like scissors so ...more

How To : Perform a floating cup magic trick

This floating cup is lighter than plastic and lighter than glass, but is it lighter than air? Tune in to find out! You will need a styrofoam cup and scotch tape. Sometimes we use materials that require adult supervision... like scissors, so make sure you have friends and fami ...more

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