Next time you finish a box of Franzia, don't throw out the bag. Instead, wash it out, fill it with water, and lay it flat in the freezer. As America's Test Kitchen points out, your newly created flat ice pack is perfect for lining the bottom of a cooler for a barbeque, camping trip, or hot summer day on the beach.
Girl next door Jennifer Aniston is a master of sexy yet low maintenance hairstyles. She did famously start "The Rachel" haircut trend, which spread to salons all over America and remains a haircut staple today.
Black Friday is the most active shopping day in America, and many people scour the malls and shopping centers for great ideas. Here is how you can consistently get the best deal for all the people on your gift list.
Moving cargo on bikes is not commonly done in America, but in the rest of the world people carry their whole lives on their bikes with ingenious storage methods. If your bike doesn't even have a basket, watch this video to learn how to make one yourself and make your bike much more practical.
Avocados are one of the most popular fruits in the Americas, but determining whether one is ripe or not is somewhat arcane for many people. Watch this video to learn what to look for in an avocado and make sure you buy the ripest ones.
Bald Eagles are an endangered symbol of America. If you want to celebrate them without actually having one, live or dead (either is illegal) watch this video to learn how to make cute little Oreo Bald Eagles, a dessert for American patriots.
Lady Liberty's crown is one of the proudest symbols of America. If you are looking for a fun easy way to make your American Day (4th of July) attire more patriotic, check out this video to learn how to make a DIY Statue of Liberty crown to wear the big party.
Need some help figuring out how to use CoPilot Live North America on your Apple iPhone? This clip will show you how it's done. It's easy! So easy, that this video tutorial can present a complete, step-by-step overview of the process in about a minute and a half. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, watch this video guide.
Coleslaw is a popular side dish in America and Europe. Primarily consisting of shredded cabbage and carrots, many other variations have been passed down through the generations. In this quick tutorial, learn how to make coleslaw, quick and easy.
This pork dish is a favorite southern Cantonese dish,it is served at most Chinese restaurants in America. Watch this how to video cooking tutorial and let chef Kai show you how to stir fry pork with blackbean sauce. Skip the take out tonight, cook your own Chinese food at home instead.
Grill a portobello burger with tips from this how-to video. The chef says people in America prefer softer buns and people in Europe prefer a crispy bun--no wonder I want to be an expatriate!
Discover the secrets to perfect whipped cream from this how to video. The chefs at The Culinary Institute of America show you tips and techniques for whipping cream like a professional.
Say it with cupcakes! Chef Alison McLoughlin of The Culinary Institute of America has a great suggestion: create a beautiful "bouquet" of floral cupcakes for any festive celebration. Watch this tutorial to get useful ideas on how to bake and decorate your own cupcake creations.
820,000 teenagers become pregnant each year in America alone. If you’re one of them, you’ll need to figure out how to tell your parents. Watch this video to learn a few pointers on letting your parents know the truth.
No matter what type of sushi you like, every sushi has that sticky rice. In this video, Chef Le Miu shows you how to make sushi rice, starting with washing Japanese rice (not America rice) to adding sushi vinegar. This video is a must for anyone who wants to cook their own sushi.
Today's word is "nonentity". This is a noun which means a person who is thought as being unimportant or insignificant.
Discover a new exotic typically Brazilian ingredients - Palmito. Despite being very popular in South and Central America, Palmito (Heart of Palm) has yet to make it into North American and European menus(much). Here's a very simple recipe to introduce you to the wonderful - Palmito.
In Wisconsin, is there any burger topping more appropriate than a liberal dollop of butter? Travel with Hamburger America to Glendale institution Solly's Grille, located just next to the Milwaukee Heart Hospital. The Grille' calls its hamburgers the "butter burger".
This style originated from the western Sikh communities in America. Most western Sikh women who become a Sikh wear a turban (whether or not they are Amritdhari). This is a common style which is worn. Usually it is at least two layers. One layer of turban fabric and then a white chuni at the final "finished" layer.
Pets America demonstrates how to perform CPR on a pet. First, lay the animal on the right side to bring the heart up. Bring the animal's left elbow back to the heart. Locate the pulse point. You can also feel the pulse on the pet's wrist or artery on the inside thigh. After locating the pulse, start CPR. Give the pet four quick breaths by having the head in line and tilting it back to open the airway. Close the lower jaw with your hands and hold the mouth shut. Bring your mouth down to the no...
If you own a Porsche, there's a good chance you're interested in two things: speed and quality. Porsche Cars North America wants to extend that experience from the driver's seat to the service center.
Peaches—to peel, or not to peel? For some, it's not a question at all. The fuzz on the outside of the fruit is enough to turn some off to it completely, even though the peel doesn't have a bitter taste. Others may not mind the peel, but don't want it in their pie or cobbler. Regardless, getting rid of it is a gigantic pain.
Zombies have followed hot on the heels of vampires as the monster du jour in modern America, and this has been particularly pronounced in video games for some reason. Gamers dig zombies, we suppose. The zombie game folks are even developing some camaraderie amongst themselves, as evidenced by the easter eggs exchanged in Left 4 Dead 2 and Dead Rising 2: Case West. This video will show you where and how to find a Left 4 Dead 2 reference / easter egg in Dead Rising 2: Case West.
In this video, we learn how to pack a kiln. First, you will place all the largest pots on the top and towards the back of the kiln. If you have a third row, place the most large ones on the bottom, packed next to each other. After this, pack the smallest ones to the front of the kiln until you have no more room or all the pieces are packed in. Give the kiln a warm up during the night, then you will be ready to fire it to create your pieces. Once finished, remove the pieces and you are done!
Identity theft is a huge problem and one of he fastest growing crimes in America. A number of credit card companies now issue credit cards with embedded RFIDs (radio frequency ID tags), with promises of enhanced security and speedy transactions.
This video demonstrates a very simple way to broadcast your voice on the same frequencies that a drive-thru restaurant uses, enabling you to mess with the customers and employees. This hack will work on just about any fast food drive thru.
The Gorillaz have launched a new app in promotion for their new album Humanz that allows you to "[s]tep inside the hallowed halls of the Gorillaz house" through the power of augmented reality.
This card tutorial shows you how to make a floral lattice card that is based on a previous lattice card that was made with Poinsettias. This demonstration shows you how to use lattice die cuts with frames and making it a gorgeous floral delight. Step 1: Items Used
A Prince Rupert's Drop is a very interesting demonstration in physics that shows both the strength that a well-organized crystal structure can provide, as well as how violently such a structure can be blown to pieces by stress if the crystal pattern is disrupted.
With all the excitement over the Mars rover landing this weekend, you might also want to know that Google has gotten their cameras into the Kennedy Space Center for their largest collection of Street View imagery to date. In total, the explorable facility totals 6,000 panoramic views. The views include the space shuttle launch pad, the towering Vehicle Assembly Building, and a up-close and personal view of a space shuttle's main engine.
Celebrate America's birthday the way the Founding Fathers might have, by whipping up a batch of Plantation Punch. Howcast presents this video recipe guide to mixing the alcoholic drink: The Founding Father's Plantation Punch. Perfect for the 4th of July.
Want to impress your friends by solving a puzzle? Watch this video tutorial to learn how to solve the Hanayama Cast Enigma metal puzzle. This Cast Enigma puzzle from Hanayama provides a difficult solution, and has a 6 out of 6 difficulty rating.
Parents want to understand and nurture their children more than ever before in America, generally, and this has led to helicopter parenting. It involves parents hovering around their children catering to their every whim, and this is destructive to their development. Watch this video to learn how to avoid this tendency.
Birch bark is plentiful in America, and was a popular construction material among many Native American tribes. In this video you'll learn how to carry on their proud tradition by making a birch bark basket for holding other pieces of wood and nicknacks.
A lot of people fear bats; in fact, bats rank third on America's most feared list behind spiders and snakes. Most people get nervous around bats because they are hard to see at night and can fly around undetected; not to mention that Dracula myth that hasn't done bats any favors.
As Shakespeare said, "All the world’s a stage" – step on up and play your part! You Will Need
Satisfy your cravings by making America’s favorite snack, the potato chip, at home. You Will Need
When you're rushing to get ready in the morning, the breakfast taco can be the perfect meal. It's easy to make – and delicious. Watch this video to learn how to make breakfast tacos.
America is in danger, and our leading secret agent has come to Rob "Riki Tiki" Roy for help. He'll be giving her the B-51, B-52, B-53, and B-54. You will need Frangelico, Grand Marnier, Sambuca, Creme de Menthe, Kahlua and Irish Cream liqueur. Watch and follow along to learn how to mix up these potently alcoholic shots.
This sound video demonstrates some techniques for getting good sound during an interview. It covers various types of mics and what you can use them for. Pretty soon, you'll be rigging up interview audio for important shows like Oprah or Good Morning America!
