Balloons are fun, but the helium ones are always more entertaining. So today, we're going to learn how to make hydrogen gas by combining toilet bowl cleaner with aluminum foil. With hydrogen, you get the same lighter-than-air properties of helium, plus it will explode! Histori ...more
This tutorial is brought to you by http://oops-im-in-love.blogspot.com "This was originally going to be a test run but it turned out SO good that I had to share it with you because I think it's the perfect DIY for a brooch bouquet! Must have: green pipe cleaners (77 cents a p ...more
In this how-to video from projectink we are shown how to make a lamp out of a tequila bottle. There's no need to spend 100 bucks on a lamp when making your own is cheap and easy and fun. These are the supplies you'll need: A bottle (we're using a Jose Cuervo tequila bottle), a ...more
You will need marking pencils or chalk, scissors, seam ripper, pins and good quality matching thread. Mark desired length on each pant leg. Option 1: Stand on pants and place a pin where fabric hits the floor. Option 2: Fold pants up to desired length & pin. Take pants off; tu ...more
How to tie a Grass Bend - A good knot for joining together two ropes made of stiff material - seat belt webbing, for example. This knot can be used in sailing, boating, general use, camping and bondage.
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to tie a necktie the British way. Begin by putting the tie around your neck. Cross the wider end of the tie over the narrow end. Then bring the wide end of the top up through the loop between the neck and tie. Pull it back down and sli ...more
In this how-to video, you will learn how to make jewelry using cord in less than four minutes. Corrine Bradd shows you how to easily do this. First, take a satin braid and tie it in a knot. Trim the excess off with scissors and take a cord end. Place the knot inside the groove ...more
This video demonstrates how to make a funky yarn pom pom. Take a yarn of your choice that matches your scarf. Take one end of the string and start winding it not too tightly around your fingers. Leave back enough string for the pom pom for the other end. Cut the string using a ...more
In this tutorial, we learn how to make a double arrowhead friendship bracelet. First, you will need two strings of the color you want that are 70 inches long. Then, tie these into a knot and put it underneath a clipboard. Now, separate these into four groups, then start to sep ...more
In this video, we learn how to wear a scarf by creating contrast and texture. A squared shaped scarf with contrasting patterns will look great with anything that you are wearing. To wear this, make it into a triangle, then tie the ends together around the back of the neck. The ...more
This video tutorial demonstrates how to make an Origami necktie and a shirt card. Begin with a square two sided paper. Fold the paper in half, forming a triangle. Open it back up and use the center fold as a guide. Take one corner and fold it in toward the center fold. Repeat ...more
This trick works great in pretty much any bar or restaurant. All you need is a cloth napkin to achieve this funky trick. Bet someone that they will not be able to tie a napkin in a knot without crossing their arms or lifting their fingers. Those suckers will tie themselves in ...more
This video tutorial is in the Arts & Crafts category where you will learn how to knot pearl beads from Brenda. Pearl knotting is making a simple knot between each pearl on a strand. They not only give a professional look, they also keep the pearls in place and prevent them fro ...more
JD of Tying it all together, is the instructor. He has many instructional knot tying videos. This particular video is focused on tying a single strand ringbolt hitch, A.K.A. Coxcombing. This was a common knot used by sailors to decorate items and parts of their ship. However, ...more
Need help figuring out how to tie a men's necktie using a double (or "full") Windsor knot? It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this video tutorial can present a complete, step-by-step overview of the process in just over a minute's time. For detailed instructions, and to get sta ...more
This video teaches how to tie the Dropper Loop fishing knot. The presenter explains the uses of the Dropper Loop, then begins the instructions. First, make a loop in your line, remembering that the size of this loop will affect the size of loop you have when the knot is tied a ...more
Today we're learning how to tie on a scarf. First start with a large, square, light fabric scarf. Fold it in half diagonally to form a triangle. Simply tie it in a half knot around your neck and pull the ends in front. You can also use a square scarf as if it were a longer sca ...more
In this tutorial, we learn how to make a simple shell necklace with your kids. To make this, you will need: a sea shell, a hot glue gun, and a necklace string. First, tie your string into a knot at the end of it. Next, grab your shell and apply glue with the hot glue gun to th ...more
This is a video demonstrating how to make a cute and cool hair band scarf. Take a scarf. You can use any material, including a ready made scarf from another outfit, or a ribbon. Hold the scarf in the middle and make a bow. Pull the bow until both sides are even. Lay the bow on ...more
This is a great instructional video on how to set up a fishing pole for bass fishing. If you want to set up a fishing pole for bass fishing, you have to use a 6 1/2-foot, medium-action spinning rod with a medium-sized reel. You can discover why it's important not to overpower ...more
What happens when you arrive at a dock and can't find a cleat to tie your boat onto? Matt and Ann of BoatUS demonstrate how to tie your boat to a piling using a clove hitch. Know your knots by learning how to tie a clove hitch with this instructional knot tying video.
This high load pole hitch, as demonstrated in this how-to video, is useful when a skyhook is needed. Very useful when lifting an outboard motor over the transom. Tying this same knot in the bight is a useful option since it gives a tensioning loop. Watch this video knot-tying ...more
Check out this instructional boating video that demonstrates how to tie a cleat hitch for boating. This is a type of hitch used to tie a line to a cleat. All you have to do is make one full turn then a figure 8 with the last turn reversed and you've got your cleat hitch tied. ...more
The pole hitch, demonstrated in this how-to video, is used on a marling spike or rack quite often but it is also a great way to tie off to a winch to bolster your mooring. The Winch Pole Hitch can be tied in the bight, meaning that neither end of the rope needs to be accessed ...more
The method of rope handling demonstrated in this how-to video came from the Japanese. Pirates during the warring states period used such bundles to secure prisoners among other shipboard duties and the bundle stays alive today in hojujitsu. A few fathoms of paracord in a pocke ...more
This Yasmine’s World video demonstrates eyebrow threading. Use standard sewing thread for the process. Take a piece approximately two to three feet long. Tie the ends in knot. Hold the large thread loop in both hands. Twist it six or sent times, so there is an X shape in the ...more
Scouring the Internet for instructions on how to tie a men's necktie using a traditional double or "full" Windsor knot? It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this video tutorial can present a complete, step-by-step overview of the process in just over a minute's time. For detailed ...more
Learn how to tie a Draw or Thief Hitch - a means of securing a rope with two standing ends - one end is load bearing, and the other can be pulled to release the knot. I used this knot extensively for raising the mast on my first trailor-sailor - Tie this above the spreaders, s ...more
In this video, we learn how to make a vertical striped bracelet cuff out of beads. Start with a long piece of string and string on your beads until you have a length that fits well around your wrist. After this, tie the ends together and cut the tails off the excess string on ...more
In order to poach an egg, using plastic wrap, you will need the following: eggs, a bowl, plastic wrap, and a saucepan. Fill a saucepan with water. Bring it to a boil. Cover a bowl with plastic wrap. Make sure that you pull it tightly. Crack an egg and gently empty the content ...more
We've all been there. You wake up early, hungry for breakfast, but not just any breakfast will do. You want bacon and eggs. So, you blindly stumble into your kitchen, underwear-clad, and begin fumbling about with pots and pans. After a few minutes, you fill your pan with delic ...more
In this handy knot-tying tutorial from JD of Tying It All Together, we learn how to tie a round crown sinnet. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started tying round crown knots yourself, watch this video guide.
In this handy knot-tying tutorial from JD of Tying It All Together, we learn how to tie a stitched switchback strap. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started tying round stitched switchback yourself, watch this video guide.
Watch this video tutorial to learn how to tie several different types of neckties. Try tying the the four in hand knot, the half Windsor, the Windsor, the Shelby, and the traditional bow tie.
A very classy man named Matt from the Bow Tie Report begins this video by explaining that bow ties are making a stylish comeback especially among college students. He demonstrates the sort of complicated, yet easy to learn, standard method of tying a bow tie onto himself. Afte ...more
Any long wrap can secure any size baby leaving your arms free with the basic front wrap demonstrated in this how-to video. Find the middle of your wrap. Place the middle marker in front of your chest. Wrap both lengths around your back and over your shoulder. Lift straps above ...more
Need help with your knots? Ann and Matt from BoatUS teach new boaters how to tie a cleat hitch at the dock. Know your knots and practice tying a cleat hitch knot by watching this instructional knot tying video. Improve your skills and tie knots like a pro.
In this video, we learn how to tie off when sewing by hand. First you want to sew your fabric and complete your desired project. Next, you will push the needle into the bottom of the fabric where you won't be able to see the tie off from the front. Now, loop the thread and pus ...more
In this handy knot-tying tutorial from JD of Tying It All Together, we learn how to tie an elastic Solomon bar bracelt with parcord. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started tying round stitched switchback yourself, watch this vid ...more
This video gives a demonstration of how to tie pointe shoes for ballet. The shoes are already on the dancers foot. First, take the wide ribbons and cross them over the top of the foot smoothly. Bring them up behind the ankle, right at the ankle bones. Cross them again at the a ...more
In order to create a fleece blanket, you will need 2 layers of fabric, for a no-sew version. Cut them evenly. Cut the 2 pieces of fabric to equal size. Cut away a 4" square from each of the corners. Then, cut 1" strips around the edges. Then, tie each pair of strips in a knot. ...more
Kandee, a makeup, artist demonstrates a Gwen Stefani up do that was from an Elle magazine cover. Rub hair paste into your hands and smooth it through your hair. Then section crown to forehead and twist it counterclockwise until it starts curling up. Keep twisting and wrap it a ...more
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to tie shoelaces faster. The knot presented in this video is the Ian Knot. Begin by doing an overhand knot by grabbing he two strings, cross one over, tuck it in the loop and pull down. Now grab the left string with your left hand. The ...more
By watching this video, you will learn how to create your own art journal. Begin by cutting pieces of heavy weight cardstock 5" by 8". After you have cut all your sheets, fold them in half. If you want a defined crease, you can use a bone folder. Next, poke small holes in the ...more
Looking for a stylish, slightly menacing way to store your keys? The "rattlesnake tie" is in actuality Clifford W. Ashley's Over-And-Under Heaving Line Knot or ABOK #541. That said, the rattlesnake tie is a whole lot easier to say and remember, so that name is used here. It d ...more
In this tutorial, we learn how to make a dream catcher. You will need: 1 metal ring, leather, sinew, decorations, scissors, and a clothes pin. First, wrap the leather tightly around the ring. Clip the clothes pin on the top so you don't have to hold it as you go around the cir ...more
In this video, we learn how to tie scarves. The first way is to wear a scarf with tassels that is wrapped once around the neck with it's sides hanging down in front of you. With a skinny scarf, you can tie it around your head to make a headband or fold it in half and wrap it a ...more
Krazyboytx shows viewers hot to make a witch's lucky mojo bag! First, you should light a green candle before you even start the ritual and anoint this with lotus stone oil! You will need a lodestone, a toka bean, a green mojo bag, dropped tears, spring water and seeds of parad ...more
In this Outdoor Recreation video tutorial you will learn how to rig a crankbait. It is so named because it floats on the water and does nothing until the crank is turned. The turning of the crank provides the action to the bait and attracts fish to it. To rig it, there is an a ...more
Add some bathroom pranks to your arsenal... watch this video tutorial to see how to prank someone in the bathroom. Wait until somebody goes into the bathroom, or any other room that had a door directly across from it, and make sure the door they go in opens in, not out. Now s ...more
In this video we learn how to tie a skinny necktie in a Half Windsor. First, take the wide end over the thin end and then go over and under the loop. From here, take your wide end over the knot and then under and through the hole. Now, adjust your knot up to your neck where it ...more
Patti Behan shows us how to make this beautiful giraffe prints to create an amazing card. You will need: Non-Stick Craft Sheet,Adirondack Alcohol ink in Pool and Aqua,Adirondack ink in pitch black,Applicator tool and Felt, Ribbons,Clear Stamp Set,Acrylic block White pearls, W ...more
Learn how to tie a tie in many different ways with this tutorial. This how to video teaches you the Four in Hand knot, Windsor knot, Half Windsor and Pratt knot. With the steps in this video you will be tying your ties perfectly in no time.
1. To tie a bow tie, one end should be longer than the another one. 2. Take the longer end above the smaller one. 3. Now hold the longer side and flip it under the tie and take it out. 4. After the knot, separate both ends by taking the smaller one and folding it in half, a ...more
NiftyButton teaches you how to make a simple baby toy. You dig out an old pair of brightly colored stockings and snip off one leg. You want to have a section of about 15 inches. You then stuff this with crumpled paper. Take the open end and make a tight knot. Cut and tie ribbo ...more
Half-up hairstyles are a great way to get hair off the face, but still keep the look of having the hair down. Braids work well for curly hair which can easily slip out of hair-dos. Take a small section of hair on the side of the head and make a braid, and secure with a small h ...more
To make your own journal with household items you need a hole punch, scissors, yarn needle with string, some beads, a piece of construction paper, and at least 4 pieces of printer paper. Take your piece of construction paper, fold it in half and then unfold it. Do two hole pun ...more
Give your sarong a polished look by hiding the knot.
To tie a quick rope shackle, take a flat thread to make this knot. Take the thread and hold it in your hand fold it from right to left and hold it at the cross hold it once again catch both the crosses and fold it once again. Insert the send fold into the first hole and the th ...more
This video demonstrates how to make a notebook with ribbon binding. Take a stalk of plain white paper and it would be 5 1/2" long and 8" wide. Fold it in half. Trim off the excess with a ruler. Then align the edges of the white paper. Put this in a cardstock which is 8 1/2" wi ...more