Volume markings on large pots and mixing bowls make life so much easier. They cut out the step of measuring and save you the trouble of washing measuring cups. However, there aren't many containers out there that actually have volume markers in them.
There are countless mods and apps for Android devices that give them an iOS-style look, but maybe it's about time we take some notes from Android, especially when it comes to the iOS 7 lock screen.
Mobile gaming, in case you haven't noticed, is huge. From the astronomical popularity of Candy Crush Saga, to the ease of using old school emulators, we love gaming on our mobile devices. The future is also bright, just take a look at the Oculus Rift, an immersive virtual world that just might change the way we view and play games.
Just about everyone I know has broken a phone at least once in their life. It's almost inevitable considering we carry them everywhere we go, but that doesn't make it any less irritating. A cracked screen is difficult to read and can actually be a little dangerous if there are loose pieces of glass. Simon, a designer and producer over at Sugru, came up with a quick fix that'll help hold your screen together in the meantime until you can get it fixed properly. He figured out that a paper-thin ...
So, I wondered whether there was a possibility to integrate Facebook even further into my life! (I still wonder why I wanted that actually...) Here's the way to do it!
If you're going out in the evening, your makeup is incomplete without enhancing your eyes. Just because you're not sure of the colors that will suite your brown skin tone doesn't mean you won't beautify those eyes. Follow along with this eye makeup tutorial for beginners to see how to get evening eye makeup for dark skin.
While the heyday of the Slinky may have been a few decades ago, I still think it's one of the coolest toys to ever go to market. Not to mention it probably has the best commercial ever created.
No matter how advanced technology gets, there will always be room for classic video games in the hearts of nerds everywhere. Mini arcades became very popular, as they allowed users to take arcade games on the go. As Game Boys and other mobile gaming devices appeared, the mini arcade slowly disappeared. Well, believe it or not you can combine the best of both worlds! Metku user Japala wanted to make his old Game Boy Advance SP "look cool again," so he turned it into a mini arcade cabinet.
Zombies. That's the first thing that comes to mind when I see footage of a once heavily populated area turned completely desolate. Either that or you stumbled across a Ke$ha concert...BURN.
Windows 8 the biggest update to Windows yet. The new gesture-friendly version replaces the aging start menu with a dynamic new Start Screen, complete with live tiles that give you a glimpse into your apps before you launch them, not unlike the new Windows phones. With such a radical departure from the past, some familiar features have been moved around, which will take some getting used to. It's worth noting that the new Windows 8 does not abandon the old desktop model completely; it still ha...
A hidden feature residing in Mac OS X Mountain Lion is the ability to view and also reply to your friend's tweets through the Contacts application, previously known as Address Book. The only way to do this, though, is to provide your Twitter account login data to the Contacts app. To integrate your Twitter, just go to System Preferences, then click on Mail, Contacts & Calendars and choose Twitter. Put in your Twitter login information and then click on Update Contacts. Twitter will use your e...
If you haven't met a person that's broken a pair of headphones, you might need to get out more. No matter how expensive or cheap a pair of headphones are, the sound can get buggy, the wire can get cut, or the headphone jack itself can be broken or ripped off the cord. But instead of buying a new set of headphones or borrowing the ones from your cousin with the earwax problem, you can easily fix it yourself.
Got an upset stomach or a little heartburn? America's favorite pink pill will cure it right up. But did you know that there's actually metal hiding in those chewable Pepto-Bismol tablets? Yes, metal. Technically, it's a poor metal, but metal's metal, right? Well, we do tend to eat a lot of iron in our diets, because it carries oxygen throughout our bodies, so consuming metallic minerals isn't anything abnormal. But you'd never think that Pepto-Bismol is actually made up of metal.
Looking for a way to make your bike stand out? You could light it up with LED rim lights or turn signals. Or if you're looking for something a little less flashy, you could make your own set of custom wooden handlebars like these by furniture designer David Moore. To actually make these wooden handlebars, you will need some woodworking tools, not to mention some actual woodworking skill, or at least the tools and some knowledge on bending and forming wood. In his video below, David shows exac...
If you've ever mistakenly moved your music files around without relinking them in iTunes, you might now be noticing that you have a long list of tracks asking you to relink them. You could go through them one by one, redirect them to the new file location, then delete any copies. Or you could try to track them all down and delete the old references. But come on, who wants to spend that much time when you can clean up your library using this clever method using only Notepad on your Windows com...
Do you have two dollars and a water bottle? Then you can put together this simple but awesome solar-powered lantern that will provide more than enough light to read by at night.
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Even if you're a pro at doing makeup for school and for special events, doing makeup for photos is a whole other ballpark. Whether you're taking photographs with flash or with soft studio lighting, how the camera lens sees your face is very different from how the naked eye sees your face.
In this tutorial we learn how to toeside sideslip in snowboarding. Keep your head up and your eyes looking directly uphill. Bend your knees and maintain a straight upper body. Make sure to go slowly and take your time so you are more likely to get the feel of the hill. Apply pressure to your toe edge by driving your knees towards the snow. Also, maintain even weight on both feet with your arms to the side for more balance. Once you have these tips practiced and learned, you will become a bett...
In this video, we learn how to do a toeside pendulum in snowboarding. Start by sideslipping on your toe edge. Take note that tapping on one leg represents increased pressure on that foot. Look and point in the direction that you want to travel, then tap on both legs to get even pressure on both feet. Increase edge angle with even pressure on both feet to slow down and stop moving on the board. Once you get these tips and tricks down you can better understand how to ride the snowboard. Remembe...
In this video we learn how to do a heelside pendulum in snowboarding. Start by sideslipping on your heal edge. Then, tap on one leg to increase pressure on that foot. Reduce the angle and then you can slide your board down where you are facing. Look and point in the direction of desired travel. Tapping on both legs means even pressure distribution on both feet. Increase edge angle with even pressure on both feet to slow down and stop. Although you will start out slow at first, these are great...
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 Aphrodite.
Did you think sewing was complicated? Then don't even get us started on threading a sewing machine. Each sewing machine is slightly different in the way it's constructed, which makes threading a puzzle (read: pain in the butt).
Well this is quite the alternative crochet project. You've probably already knitted a light, hole-y Afghan, and even a long, thick crochet scarf for the winter months, but we can bet you've never even thought of crocheting your own earrings.
You've probably seen old t-shirts being turned into dresses, miniskirts, and if you're a fan of Gianny L, even two-piece bikinis, but you've probably never even thought about it transforming them into underwear. It may seem a bit odd at first, but making these intimate pieces from t-shirts means you can customize the pattern as well as the type of cut (cheeky, granny top, or thong?).
If you look around your home, there are numerous areas that can be worked on to help you save money and energy. From your tv, to your laptop, to even your sink, it's all around you. You can even find it in your basement. Those water pipes that are exposed underground, are perfect areas of where you can easily save money.
Here is another way to win some free drinks or cash at a bar or party. In this tutorial, learn how to bet your friend and win - every time!
Many YouTube users don't even notice that they have a profile picture on their account, and if that's the case, it's a boring unknown shadow avatar— a "blank" person. Are you a blank? Then hurry up and change your profile photo so the world can know who you are.
Skype is one of those programs that is not only easy and simple to use, but a great way to keep in touch with loved ones from across the globe. You have a couple different options to choose from when contacting someone. You can choose to have a live camera chat or you can even call them on their cell phone even if they're in a city like Paris! This video focuses on how to add contacts to your Skype account. Enjoy!
Want to make your family a filling and healthy dinner but are short on time? No problem! In this tutorial, learn how to cut your cooking time in half by using the microwave. Potato expert, Patty Mastracco, shows you how to make your favorite potato dishes in less than 20 minutes using your microwave. Potatoes are delicious, healthy and filling and make great last minute dinners.
New to Microsoft Excel? Looking for a tip? How about a tip so mind-blowingly useful as to qualify as a magic trick? You're in luck. In this MS Excel tutorial from ExcelIsFun, the 576th installment in their series of digital spreadsheet magic tricks, you'll learn how to add a point and a dynamic label to a break-even chart that marks the breakeven point using INDEX and MATCH functions. This point is dynamic and will change if data is changed.
Shelley Lovett from Childcareland demonstrates sand writing as an early childhood learning activity. All you need for this activity is a baking sheet that is approx one inch deep and some sand. Colored sand makes it more fun for the kids. Shelley says the cheapest place she has found colored sand is at Wal-Mart, but it is also available at craft stores and perhaps even at Home Depot or Lowes. You spread a thin layer of the sand onto the baking sheet and try to make it pretty even. For very yo...
OuijaFreak shows viewers how to use a Ouija Board alone! First, you need to gently set the pointer on the board. Next, place your hands very lightly on the pointer. You'll want to be barely touching the pointer. Hold your wrists up and keep your hand off the table. Your hands cannot be heavy on the table - you need to keep everything light. First, you should ask if 'anyone is here' when using the board. A response can take even 20 minutes or even longer. You have to be patient. If you are not...
The deadlift is a great way to build muscles and strength in the lower half of your body. It is one of the oldest known weight lifting excersises and is vastly used around the fitness world. Even though it is pretty popular, some people still do it incorrectly. This video will show you exactly how to do deadlifts properly.
The woman explains what heavy woman should wear, in order to look slim. Every woman that feels she is a little over weight tends to hide. You can look 5 or 10 pounds slimmer by only wearing little less clothes, or you don't cover up as much and that your clothes are a little simpler, more fluid. If you want to wear print, make sure that it is long enough, that it is fluid. You don't have to wear just black. Sometimes, even if you wear something bigger, depending on the cut, it can make you lo...
A few tips and tricks in cooking involving artichokes. A simple trick of the trade made to use while cooking at home or even if you are out preparing artichokes on the grill. One of few examples that artichokes are known for in cooking is first by steaming the artichokes for about 35 to 40 minutes, or until you could take a knife and if it easily penetrates without being tough your artichoke is ready. This video gives you a small demonstration on what you could do with your artichokes. You co...
This video shows step by step instructions on how to make a movie poster on Photoshop. The author merges two pictures together beautifully of a newly wedded couple on the beach. It goes very into debt and is easy to follow, even for beginners. This Photoshop tutorial is mostly for Mac users. The language is very simple and not very complicated. The video is not that long, around seven minutes. At the end he even puts in his own finishing touches of color that makes the poster come alive.
Come on, who doesn't love sugary sweet Rice Krispy treats! Super easy to make, even small kids can help. This recipe puts a spin on traditional treats and makes a healthier even better version. You can add peanut butter as a source of protein and energy. You use organic or non brown Rice Krispys because it contains a lot less sugar than the regular stuff. Perfect as an afternoon surprise for when your kids get home from school. Plus, you will not feel bad about serving them.
How to make crunchy vegetable nuggets! This is a quick, inexpensive, delicious recipe which is perfect for kids. This meal is even great for kids that are fussy about eating vegetables. All you need is: some potatoes, frozen vegetables, plain flower, 2 eggs and cornflakes. The nuggets can be fried or baked. The recipe is flexible and can be made with different kinds of vegetables, Tuna or even cheese and bacon. The final product looks absolutely delicious!
Making friendship bracelets are easy and keeps friends in touch even when apart. Not everybody wants to show off their friendship to everyone, but if you do, this video tutorial will show you how to make a friendship bracelet, specifically the Swirl N Braid friendship bracelet. This is a fun design and basically the Chinese staircase combined with braids.
