The next time you buy bread, tortillas and other produce or baked goods items that come with twist ties, don't throw them away. These handy pieces of plastic-covered wire come to good use when you need to build a garden trellis, organize your power cords, replace your zipper p ...more
Know your knots! With this free video tutorial, you'll learn how to tie a tie a haywire twist fishing knot. The haywire twist knot is normally used with wire when you're deep see fishing. Tie a haywire twist knot with advice from an experienced craftsman in this free video on ...more
Check out this fishing tutorial video that demonstrates how to tie a Bimini Twist fishing knot. Just follow the simple steps as diagrammed in this animated fishing video and learn how to tie a Bimini Twist fishing knot. Tying knots is a breeze with this how to video. So start ...more
Check out this fishing tutorial video that demonstrates how to tie a Twisted Dropper Loop fishing knot. Just follow the simple steps as outlined in this instructional fishing video and learn how to tie a twisted dropper loop fishing knot. Tying knots is a breeze with this how ...more
Check out this fishing tutorial video that demonstrates how to tie a Twisted Leader fishing knot used to tie Mono to Gelspun/Braid knots. Just follow the simple steps outlined in this instructional fishing video and learn how to tie a Twisted Leader fishing knot. Start reeling ...more
Know your knots! Learn how to tie a twisted dropper loop knot with this free video tutorial. The twisted dropper loop is great for fishing line and requires about 10 twists to get the right feel. For an easy-to-follow, step-by-step overview of how to tie this useful fisherman' ...more
Check out this fishing tutorial video that demonstrates how to tie a Haywire Twist fishing knot. Just follow the simple steps outlined in this instructional fishing video and learn how to tie a haywire twist fishing knot. Start reeling in the big fish!
Know your knots! With this free video tutorial, you'll learn how to tie a twisted leader knot. When tying a twisted leader fishing knot, you'll probably use a small amount of filament and attach it to a larger braided fishing line. The knot is easy to tie provided, of course, ...more
Watch this video to learn how to tie and twist a balloon. These are the two most basic steps of balloon tying and are used in all balloon designs. If your a beginner this is were you should start.
In this free balloon art tutorial, learn how to twist and tie a balloon flower perfect to present to a crowd during the spring! To make this balloon creation, you will be using the complex and adaptable "April Flower Technique". Your Balloon Man, Mr. Fudge, is full of balloon ...more
Check out this instructional fishing video that demonstrates how to tie the haywire twist fishing knot. Just follow the simple instructions outlined in this fishing tutorial and learn how to tie a Haywire Twist fishing knot. Start practicing and reel in the big fish!
How to tie a scarf with a French twist is demonstrated in this video.
The Twisted Dropper Loop is a variation of the dropper loop. As the dropper loop the twisted dropper loop forms a loop which is off to the side of the line. In the this variation the line is twisted before the loop is created. This stiffens the line and make it stand nicely of ...more
Moving is one of the top ten most stressful life experiences. Here’s how to pack it up without wanting to pack it in. You Will Need * Wardrobe or cardboard boxes * Twist ties * Heavy duty garbage bags * Shopping bags * Luggage * Dryer sheets (optional) Step 1: Invest in war ...more
First off—Happy Independence Day! Since it's the 4th of July, let's make this week's roundup short and sweet, so you can all get back to your holiday festivities. Things to Do on WonderHowTo WonderHowTo is a how-to website made up of niche communities called Worlds, with top ...more
Twist ties and bag clips are for sissies. Here’s how to keep an open bag of chips fresh with your bare hands. This how-to video shows a technique that requires no equipment. It's all about folding the right way. Watch this video tutorial and learn how to air-proof and seal a b ...more
Here in Los Angeles, weather is perfect as usual. But on the other side of America, summer is in its sweltering peak. I've spent plenty of unconditioned summers on the east coast, so I know firsthand just how miserable it can get. For the penny pinchers out there, here's a DI ...more
If you are like most people, you probably have a discordant mess of cable and computer cords in your workspace or living room snaking all over the floor or against your desk. Though you can buy various cable organizers at the computer store, you can also organize them the DIY ...more
Your bike is your prized possession - it is your mode of transportation, your exercise and definitely your fashion statement. But, just because you love your bike, doesn't mean you want to destroy your outfit by riding it. Follow this tutorial and add a pretty mesh barrier to ...more
I love cheap, nutritious food: lentils, rice, toor dal, and other beans and grains. Even popcorn. The only problem is that they usually come in floppy plastic bags that make measuring ingredients more difficult. I usually open up one corner of the bag only to have everything c ...more
I have an absolutely wonderful time making projects and writing articles for all of you mad scientists! Today, I will bring you behind the scenes for a look at the workbench, tools, and software that make the Mad Science World possible. Above is my beautiful workbench! My who ...more
Know your knots! With this free video tutorial, you'll learn how to tie a bimini twist fishing knot. A bimini twist fishing knot is best tied with a braided nylon rope, and it is often used on fishing boats. The knot is easy to tie provided, of course, you know how to go about ...more
Joyyan King, Fashion editor and Marsha Welcher shows you how to create a tie dye t-shirt for yourself. A white cotton t-shirt dress is chosen and taken to the work table. Cotton holds the dye well hence it is ideal to go for a cotton dress for tie and dye. Lay out the dress ov ...more
In this tutorial, we learn how to style a sassy and sophisticated rope braid. First, you need to brush your hair out and apply hair wax in small amounts to it as you brush your hair back into a ponytail. Use a hair dryer to heat up the wax before you use it to make it easier t ...more
This video shows the viewers how to create a wicked spider pattern on a tie dyed shirt. Our instructor starts by demonstrating on a square piece of fabric. Start by folding your shirt in half sleeve to sleeve. Next, choose the placement of your spider design by picking the twi ...more
This video demonstrates how to make a basic bun head wrap. You will need to use a jersey fabric. You will need to style your hair up, in a bun, ponytail, etc. First, you will need to find the point that you want to wear it on your head. Drape it over your ears, for now. Hold t ...more
A recent trend in freshwater fishing is adding a fluorocarbon leader to your braided fishing line. The benefits of this are mainly allowing for some more absorbtion of pull, resulting in less twist and potential tangling. This how-to will show you how to tie this knot yourself ...more
This instructional video, produced by Jewish Pathways, demonstrates how to tie your own tzitzit (or tzitzis). Tzitzis are fringes or tassels worn by observant Jews on the corners of four-cornered garments, including the tallit (prayer shawl). They are considered a time-bound c ...more
Watch balloon twister Michael to learn how to efficiently tie a balloon. First, inflate the balloon and then twist a bubble instead of trying to tie a knot in the tiny end part.
This is how you tie a bowtie. The trick is to twist and tweak until finished. Bow ties look best when slightly imperfect. Too much symmetry is unnatural. You want people to see that its not pre-tied. The video is to be viewed as if you were looking in a mirror. -
Learn how to twist a three balloon bunny rabbit with help from this instructional! Use whichever colored balloons you'd like for this bunny rabbit, just don't make the bunny ears too long. This is a great balloon creation to learn in time for Easter or a spring-themed party! Y ...more
Balloon artists: Get prepared for St. Patrick's Day with this leprechaun hat that is quick and easy to make. Dress someone up as a leprechaun with this hat-plus-beard balloon hat creation and get the party started off right! Video: . Your Balloon Man, Mr. Fudge, is full of bal ...more
Balloon artists: Get prepared for St. Patrick's Day with this great three leaf clover balloon figure that is incredibly easy to do. This clover can be added to a hat, made on longer stems for a bouquet, or even presented on its own. Your Balloon Man, Mr. Fudge, is full of ball ...more
Watch this video to learn how to make a tulip twist. Tulip twists are some of the basic fundamentals of balloon tying and are used in may balloons. This is a great video for beginners.
Watch balloon twister Michael to learn how to tear a balloon into two pieces. First, inflate the balloon, tie it, and then twist to create a point of weakness. Tug hard!
When you think of a dagger, you imagine a weapon that is small in stature, but useful for thrusting and cutting things. This next tutorial is going to show you something that is incapable of performing those tasks. This video is going to focus on how you can easily tie a Celt ...more
Know your knots! With this free video tutorial, you'll learn how to tie a blood loop dropper fishing knot. When making a blood loop dropper knot, you'll have to twist several times to build up knots on either side of your loop. The knot is easy to tie provided, of course, you ...more
Ballooning is a great way to please a crowd in public. Hone your ballooning skills and learn how to make something someone can take home and enjoy: a butterfly balloon bracelet. Your Balloon Man, Mr. Fudge, is full of balloon tricks! Be sure to find other balloon videos on Won ...more
Attention advanced balloon artists! Learn how to make a one balloon horse that involves a difficult balloon shape and a tricky air bubble situation. Learn how to make this impressive balloon animal with help from one ballooning expert. Your Balloon Man, Mr. Fudge, is full of b ...more
Make a three balloon turtle with help from this free ballooning tutorial! You can add more balloons to our animal to make them more interesting and detailed. Get tips and trick on how to perfect the balloon turtle from one ballooning expert! Your Balloon Man, Mr. Fudge, is ful ...more
Balloon art is a great way to lure a crowd at county fairs, restaurants or events. In this video, learn how to make a simple, 2-balloon, snake that is quick and easy to make! Your Balloon Man, Mr. Fudge, is full of balloon tricks! Be sure to find other balloon videos on Wonde ...more
Balloon artists: get prepared for St. Patrick's Day with this free balloon tutorial! Learn how to make an advanced-level, woven leprechaun hat with embellishments including a buckle and sideburns - making it one heck of a St. Patty's balloon creation! Your Balloon Man, Mr. Fu ...more
Learn how to tie the offshore swivel knot with this knot tying instructional video. The offshore swivel knot is exceptionally strong - if one strand breaks, the other will probably hold regardless of the amount of stress on the fishing knot! Often used in conjunction with a Bi ...more
This great how-to shows clearly how to tie a length of braided line to a fluorocarbon leader. In the video, the demonstrator uses large rope so that the technique can be clearly seen. This trick has been gaining popularity in the freshwater fishing community lately in part bec ...more
There's a popular new trick in the fishing community and that's tying a braided line to a fluorocarbon leader line. To do this, you'll need to know the proper knot, and this video will show you how to do it. With this method you will reduce some of the problems of twisting and ...more
In this video, we learn how to make a twisted necklace. First, you will need to grab the cord you want for your bracelet and cut it double to the length you would normally use. Now, measure the cord in half, then start twisting the two together until you reach the end. You can ...more
The Le Sac dress is one of American Apparel's finest creations because of its adaptability to each person who wears it. It's not just one dress, it's a dress with unlimited possibilities! The dress can be tied, cut, and twisted into at least TWELVE different styles. Just imagi ...more
American Apparel is famous for selling articles of clothing that can be worn in multiple ways. Their latest creation is the Le Sac dress. This dress can be tied and twisted all over the place to come up with TWELVE or more styles! You can wear this outfit every single day and ...more
This Butterfly knot will accommodate a load in any direction, and is used mostly in outdoor and boating situations, but also could be used as a paddling knot. It's used for securing a loop or many loops in the middle of a rope. Great for mountain climbing and canoeing. Mounta ...more
Enjoy a delicious Korean dish called Bibimbop with a Japanese twist! Join Gwyneth Paltrow and Chef Lee Gross in Paltrow's GOOP kitchen to learn how to make bibimbap (mixed rice, or roughly translated to "mix it up"). Bibimbop is essentially a rice bowl that you can adorn with ...more
Ever wonder how to tie the seaguar knot for fishing? Then stay tuned for this fishing knot tutorial video. The seaguar knot was introduced by the factory reps from fluorocarbon manufacturer Seaguar, this easy to tie and reliable fishing knot joins fluorocarbon leaders to monof ...more
Ever wonder how to tie the blood knot for fishing? Well, wonder no more! Learn how to tie the blood knot with this instructional fishing knot animation. Use the blood knot to join sections of leader or line together. It works best with lines of approximately equal diameter. He ...more
This tutorial will show you how to take something simple like brown paper bags and curl you hair with them. 1) Start off with damp hair, not wet hair because that will soak the paper leaving it useless. 2) Get a few paper brown bags ready. 3) Take your paper bags and strip ...more
Learn how to do single arm rope press downs. Presented by Real Jock Gay Fitness Health & Life. Benefits Single-arm rope press-downs isolate and work the triceps muscles. The trick is to use proper form so you don't pass the resistance to your shoulders and biceps. Muscles Wo ...more
How far would you go to save your life? For James Franco, who plays real-life hiker Aron Ralston in Danny Boyle's "127 Hours", staying alive means cutting off your own arm with a dull pocketknife. If you've seen the movie (or even heard about all the people who fainted and th ...more
Muay Boran Muay Boran (Ancient Boxing) is an all-inclusive term for the ancient boxing arts of Thailand, from which modern Muay Thai was born. In the old days, fighters would wrap their hands with strips of twisted hemp cloth or hemp rope. Although it is commonly thought that ...more
This video demonstrates how to make a balloon sword and heart. To make a sword, pump up a balloon as long as possible and tie the end. Twist the balloon at this end making a small ball. Bend the balloon at around 20 cms in length and twist both the ends of the balloon at the s ...more
In this free balloon art tutorial, learn how to twist and tie a simple balloon snowman - perfect to present to a crowd during the winter holiday season! Your Balloon Man, Mr. Fudge, is full of balloon tricks! Be sure to find other balloon videos on WonderHowTo from Mr. Fudge t ...more
You will need about 3 yards of ribbon. Make a loop and twist it. Continue making more loops and twisting them until you have 4 or 5 loops. Make sure to secure the bow in the center with a tie of some sort. Snip off the edges. Following this video you can make a pretty bow for ...more
In order to begin, you will need the following: Three hair tiesBobby pinsHair spray or spray gelRat tail combHair net Start by combing through your hair making sure there are no knots. Comb your hair back and using the comb follow from your nose with the tip of your comb to ce ...more