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How To: Tie a bowtie left-handed

In this tutorial, we learn how to tie a bowtie left- handed. First, put the tie around your neck and adjust the two tails. The right should hang 1" lower than the left. Then, cross the longer over the shorter and push up over and through to make a simple knot. Form a bow with the back bow using your thumbs and fingers. Next, take the front tail and pull it behind the just-made bow to create the center of the full bow. Then, push the new one right through the knot in the opposite direction. Th...

How To: Make a clown punch using Stampin' Up! products

In this tutorial, we learn how to make a clown punch using Stampin' Up! products. You will need: a red scallop circle, green key punch, orange scallop circle, heart shape, circle, oval, red circle, flower, black eyes, and a yellow small circle. After you have these punched out, make the hat out of the green large and oval shapes, then apply the flower to the top of the hat. Next, glue the circle behind this, then cut up the orange and red scalloped circles to create hair on the sides. Next, a...

How To: Use fill flash to get blue skies

In this tutorial, we learn how to use fill flash to get blue skies. If you take a picture of someone in front of a blue sky, they will most likely have shadows on their face, making the sky look good and them look bad. If you change your flash, the sky will look pure white and the person will look good. To change this, put a flash onto the camera, then use the exposure compensation to -1. Then, adjust your flash exposure to 2 2/3 and take the picture of the subject again. Now, you will have a...

How To: Import a MatchMover scene into Autodesk Maya 2010

In this clip, you'll learn how to import MatchMover secenes into Autodesk Maya 2010. Whether you're new to Autodesk's popular modeling software or a seasoned 3D artist just looking to better acquaint yourself with the Maya 3D 2010 workflow, you're sure to be well served by this video tutorial. For more information, and to get started using this trick yourself, watch this free video guide.

How To: Shoot wedding photography like a pro

In this video, we learn how to shoot wedding photography like a pro. Start off by having the wedding party in front of a clear background. Try taking their picture outside with trees and a clear sky in the background behind them. Use the surroundings to add a special touch to the pictures and use the correct flash so that the wedding party shows more than the background does. Accentuate the background and use white flash absorbers around the wedding party so their faces have more color that s...

How To: Walkthrough chapter 11 - Doctor Octopus in Spider-Man: SD's on Xbox 360

Spidey finally finds the location of where Scorpion was planning on taking his fragment, a high tech building in the city. And to his surprise, he finally finds the mastermind behind the whole plot: Doctor Octopus, or Doc Ock, or Sa- oh who cares what her real name is? She's gone mad with delusions of power thanks to her discoveries with the shard and she's planning to the take over the world (craaaaaaazzzzyyyyyyy). In this video you will get a full walkthrough for chapter 11 of Spider-Man: S...

How To: Do a backtuck with tumbling in gymnastics

In order to perform a Back Tuck in gymnastics, you should stand with your legs hip distance apart. Next, you should squat down. Don't squat too deep, because it will decrease your power. But, it should be a good deep squat. Swing your arms behind you at the same time. Next, jump up into the air, swinging your arms through and up. Extend your body as much as you can, from your fingers to your toes. When fully extended, your arms should be near your ears. When you have extended as far as you ca...

How To: Do an Arabesque in ballet

In this video, we learn how to do an arabesque. First, step on the right foot stepping from the right leg, then stand flat. As soon as the left leg leaves the ground, the toe points and the leg straightens. You will lift the back leg as high as you can before the chest moves forward. Make sure the back leg stays turned out and the arm doesn't go over the head in the air. You should not see the leg next to your hips, it should be right behind you. Doing this in front of a mirror will work best...

How To: Perform the 6 o'clock in ballet

In order to perform a perfect six o'clock, you will need to, first, begin by increasing your strength and flexibility. Partner stretches may be beneficial to you, in order to increase your flexibility. This will be of additional benefit to you, if you've pushed yourself as far as you can go alone in individual stretches. When you are adequately limber, begin by stepping forward with one leg. Turn out and engage the front leg, as you transfer your weight to it. When the foot is planted, swing ...

How To: Rust a model car to make it look old and beat-up

If you like making miniature models for their own sake or for use in playing Warhammer and other table top games, there may come a time when you want a shiny new model to look like an old rusty model. If you're working with plastic, you've come to the right place, because this video will show you how to give plastic models a rusty look that will blend them into your post-apocalyptic or just plain derelict scene.

How To: Execute the wooden spoon head hitting prank

The wooden spoon prank is one of the great group pranks, especially if you have a big group of spectators that won't ruin it right away. What you do is get three wooden cooking spoons and an accomplice. Your accomplice will challenge your victim to a game where they take turn seeing who can hit each other's head the hardest with a wooden spoon held in the mouth. The victim goes first, landing a weak hit on your accomplices head. What the victim doesn't know is that you have a spoon too, and a...

How To: Drive your friends crazy with a fishing pole prank

When you're out fishing, you're probably more concerned with just hanging out with your buddies and having a good time than your are with actually catching any fish. But if you've got one person in your group who takes the actually fishing element of fishing (the boring part) waaaaaay too seriously, try pulling this prank on them! They do have to have a long pole, but if they do all you have to do is quickly tap the end of their pole, which should wiggle it enough to make them think they have...

How To: Do a tricep finisher for your workout

In this video, we learn how to do a triceps finisher for your workout. First, when you are at the gym, challenge yourself to use a higher pound of weight than you are already doing. Now, lay back on a bench and press the weights into the air, then bring them back down slowly. Make sure you have a spotter watching you while you are doing this. Do some of the workouts on your chest, then do the others behind your head. Do as many as you possibly can, then do standing up push ups until you can't...

How To: Get a spunky hairdo with a fishtail braid

In this video, we learn how to get a spunky hairdo with a fishtail braid. First, make sure you have straight and clean hair, then grab a teasing comb and tease from the back of your hair up to the front to give your hair a more volumized look. Spray with hair spray, then let the hair down and gently brush the top to make it appear soft and not tangled. Once you're done, bring the hair back and place into a side pony tail, tied with an elastic behind your ear. Now, take a rat tail comb and lif...

How To: Do changing spot combo pirouettes

In this tutorial, we learn how to do changing spot combo pirouettes. First, prepare for the turn facing the front left corner. Do a triple pirouette, then forte the leg around and change your spot to the right front corner. After this, land behind. Do this in counts of eight, then plea and land. This may be difficult to understand at first, if you have no experience doing dance moves. Just keep practicing, and pretty soon you will have these moves down! Changing spots is an easy move to get d...

How To: Draw the anime character Tobi

In this tutorial, we learn how to draw the anime character Tobi. Start off by using light pencil markings to outline the face and the head. After this, use a marker to draw in the eyes and pupils. Next, draw in the eyebrows over the eyes, then make a small mark for the nose. Draw in a line for the mouth, then make one of the eyes a diagonal line, like the character is winking. Start to outline the chin, then draw in the ears and start making the hair. The hair should be spiked and going down ...

How To: Easily cut your bangs

In this video, we learn how to easily cut your bangs. First, you will want to take a shower and have your hair went and brushed out. Next, part your hair so that your bangs are in the front and the rest of your hair is tied back behind you. After this, grab your scissors that are for hair cutting, and then level your hair out in front of you. Be sure to hold your head up straight and don't look too far down or up. Next, cut the bottom of your bangs where you want them to be at, then continue ...

How To: Do a purl increase stitch in knitting

In this video, we learn how to do a purl increase stitch in knitting. First, make sure your yarn is in front, then do a normal purl stitch. Before you take your yarn off the left needle, go into the back of that stitch and pick it up from behind. Then, do a normal purl loop. After this, take the needle off. This is all you have to do to do a purl increase while you are stitching. If you don't understand it at first, then keep practicing and you will eventually learn how to do this. When you l...

How To: Do a kettlebell for beginners

In this video, we learn how to do a kettlebell for beginners. The first exercise you can do is a kettlebell front swing. Stand while opening your legs, then pick up your kettlebell and swing it through the middle of the legs. Use a tight movement and use momentum to control your upwards and downwards movements. The next exercise you can do is a single arm front swing. You will do the same movements as in the first exercise, except holding the kettlebell with one hand and having the other plac...

How To: Draw Superman from DC Comics

In this tutorial, we learn how to draw superman from DC comics. Start off by drawing the head and adding in the hair on top. Give the character a strong jaw line and eyes that look serious and focused. Continue drawing down, outlining the lips and nose, then making broad shoulders. Draw a cape over the shoulders and continue down making a line where the neck and breast plane connect. Draw the "s" sign on the costume, then continue by drawing the Superman logo behind the character. Now, star t...

How To: Tie a honey rope basket knot

In this video, we learn how to tie a honey rope basket knot. To do this, you will need a 10ft of nylon rope. Start off by tying a counter-clockwise slipknot at one end of the rope. After this, pull the loop of the slipknot out four inches. Then, tie a second slip knot clockwise next to the first slipknot. Draw the loop length of the second so it's equal to the first. Next, continue to create slipknots next to each other until you've done five. No, hook your working end into the first loop and...

How To: Take sticky labels off easily

In this tutorial, we learn how to take sticky labels off easily. All you need to do this is a blow dryer. First, set your dryer to the highest heat setting possible, then blow the air onto your label for 2-3 minutes. Keep the heat in constant contact with the label, then after a few minutes, you will be able to pull the label off right away. You can use this on anything from lotion bottles and aspirin bottles to water bottles and plastic containers! This is a great way to remove the labels wi...

How To: Get off the ground & ollie on a skateboard

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to perform an Ollie on a skateboard. An Ollie is a basic trick for getting off the ground and allows users to perform other tricks once learned. Place your back foot on the edge of the board's tail and front foot placed behind the front board bolts. Then pop down the tail with the back foot, bend the front foot, flick the board in midair and land on the board with both feet. This video will benefit those viewers who are interested in skateboarding, an...

How To: Give your dog permission to "go sniff" on a walk

In this tutorial, we learn to give your dog permission to go sniff around while on a walk. When you are walking on your dog, let them go out and sniff things, so that they can explore the area that you are around. Make sure you are following close behind and still have them attached loosely to a leash. When you are ready to leave the area, say "lets go", and move on with your walk with the dog. Practice this several times with your dog, and eventually they will start to know the length of tim...

How To: Do the veil style for your hair

In this tutorial, we learn how to do the veil style for your hair. First, you will section the front of your hair and bangs into three separate and equal sections tied with small rubber bangs. Next, section the layer of hair behind the front row and make four separate sections. Keep doing this until you reach the back of the hair, adding one section each time. After this, braid the hair as far back as it goes to combine with the next box. When you are finished braiding, you will have a veil s...

How To: Tie your scarf into a turtleneck knot

In this tutorial, we learn how to tie a turtleneck knot. First, take your long scarf and find the middle. Next, wrap the scarf behind the back, and bring the ends to the front. Loosen the scarf up on the neck, then make a knot. Try to get the scarf to lay as flat as possible, then tuck the knot into the neck cover. You can let it hang loosely, or flare it out on the sides. This is a great way to wear your scarf in the winter, because it will keep your neck warm as well as your body! You can a...

How To: Install new LED's in an XBox 360 controller

The LED's mounted behind the big X button on the XBox 360 are not very bright and kind of a bland vomit-like color. Why not replace them with a royal blue or perhaps fire-engine red set? This video will show you how to mount whatever new LED lights you wish on the control board inside an XBox 360 controller. This will give it some much-needed flair and make your controller distinguishable from those of your friends.

How To: Do a yoga seated spinal twist to unwind and detox

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to do a seated spinal twist yoga exercise. Begin by placing both butt cheeks onto the floor. Then bend your right knee and place it on the floor. Now cross the left ankle over the right thigh. Place your left hand behind your back. Inhale as you raise your right hand up and exhale as you twist to the left side. Place the right arm on the left thigh as you twist. Do the same on the opposite side. This video will benefit hose viewers who are interested ...

How To: Replace a side mirror on a 1995 GMC Sonoma

In this tutorial, we learn how to replace a side mirror on a 1995 GMC Sonoma. First, take a wooden wedge and shove it in the switch inside your door so you don't kill your battery. Now, remove your window handle by sliding a tool inside and popping the handle off. Now remove the panel inside the handle of the vehicle and remove the screws surrounding it. Next, remove the trim clip behind the handle and pry off the trim from around the door handle. Now, remove the door petal and the entire sid...

How To: Reverse yoga poses to open up shoulders

In this tutorial, we learn how to do reverse yoga poses to open up the shoulders with Dina Prioste. You will want to start off in a reverse table top position, which will give your shoulders a nice deep stretch. To come into this position, sit with your knees bent and take your hands behind you, so your fingers point towards your feet. Now, inhale and lift your hips up and keep pressing your feet into the floor. Keep your chin touching to your chest. A regular tabletop position just includes ...

How To: Simulate steadycam shots and make fake crushed bullets

This video has three parts: two that will teach you how to do things and one that is just a badass montage. The two how-to parts of the video will teach you how to first simulate a steadycam / dolly shot with only a tripod and the other will teach you how to create fake crushed bullets to use in action or mystery scenes. The montage will show you some cool effects to strive for.

How To: Create a split screen effect in Adobe Premiere Pro

Want to show two separate scenes at once? Learn how to create a split screen effect in Adobe Premiere Pro. Whether you're new to Adobe's popular non-linear editor or a seasoned video professional just looking to better acquaint yourself with the program and its various features and filters, you're sure to be well served by this video tutorial. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, watch this free video guide.

How To: Check your lawn tractor's battery

If you are having a hard time with starting your lawn tractor, there may be several reasons behind this. One being the battery. Just like a car, the battery brings life to your lawn tractor and makes sure that is is working properly. Without the battery, you can't use your machine.

How To: Do a Yoga Twist to Release the Lower Back

Doing a low back relief exercise can make your body feel more relaxed, and stretch out your muscles. First, lay down on your back with your arms at a T, and cross your right leg over your left. Deep inhale and when you exhale, let your knees drop to your right. As you are doing this, turn your left pinky finger to the wall behind you. When you inhale, go back to your regular position. The left shoulder should stay down and the outer edge of the left foot should go up to the ceiling. Keep repe...

How To: Do a yoga bharadvajasana twist pose

In this video tutorial, we learn how to do a classic feel good twist with Dina Priost. Begin seated with your knee bent and your feet over to the left side. Your right hand should be just behind you on the floor. Next, turn your torso to the right side and then turn your neck to over the left shoulder. Stay in this pose for around eight deep breathes. This is a great exercise for people with stiff backs or arthritis. You can change this and do it the opposite way if you are interested in stre...