How To: Make rasam
Rasam is a famous South Indian food that goes great over rice. This video explains how to make a very basic rasam and then add your own tastes to it - get creative!
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How To: Do a belly down arm bar escape in Jiu Jitsu
Two Submissions 101 students demonstrate a basic belly down arm bar escape in Jiu Jitsu. This escape depends on timing and how deep the other person has your arm.
How To: Escape from a Jiu Jitsu Anaconda choke
Learn how to Gator Roll out of the Jiu Jitsu Anaconda choke using basic wrestling movement.
How To: Execute suruchin hojo-undo
This two-part video explains the basic moves (hojo-undo) of utilizing the suruchin as a weapon. This demo uses a soft "safety" version instead of the more dangerous original rocks-tied-by-rope.
How To: Execute nunti hojo-undo
The basic moves, or hojo-undo, using the nunti - you need to master these before attempting the kata.
How To: Execute bo subsidiary hojo-undo and bunkai
This video gives an analysis of strikes and blocks from the more advanced hojo-undo (but still the basics prior to a kata).
How To: Perform bo subsidiary exercises
Bo subsidiary exercises are known as hojo-undo group 4, these are combination or more advanced moves, but still the basics used to create a kata.
How To: Hold a bo and use the striking points
This video shows you how to hold a bo and the striking points - these are the basics, known as "kihon".
How To: Perform tonfa kata
This is the full form, or kata, for the tonfa, which means you should already have practice with the hojo-undo, or basic moves.
How To: Use nunchaku
Shihan Nishiuchi discusses the basic points of nunchaku use - grip, stance and general theory.
How To: Use texture align script in Second Life
A basic instructional on using the texture align script on prims (primative objects) in Second Life to create custom objects.
How To: C-Walk the V Split
A basic move in the C-Walk style of Hip-Hop and urban dance. The V split or Double V requires you to do the V step with each foot in opposite directions.
How To: Use Photoshop's magic wand tool
Want to select an area of an image using a quick and easy way? In this video tutorial you will learn the basics of using the Magic Wand tool in Photoshop. Learn to use the Contiguous option to make the selection you want.
How To: Color correct and sharpen images in Photoshop
In this video tutorial you will learn to perform some basic image corrections on your photographic images. Learn how to improve the color and sharpness of your images. The video has some great tips on using Curves.
How To: Establish the hole position
Basic guide for water polo spectators or new players explaining the methods the hole set can use to establish the hole position.
How To: Use the second generation iPod Shuffle
The second generation iPod shuffle is half the size of the original and much easier to wear, but that's easy to figure out. What may not be so easy, is figuring out how to use it. This video from Apple takes you through all the basics.
How To: Make whisked scrambled eggs
Scrambled eggs are a delightful addition to a breakfast or brunch menu. Watch how to properly whisk and cook eggs. You will need eggs, low-fat milk and butter. You can add a lot of your own touches to this basic recipe. Add sausage, cheese, or vegetables for a variety of scrambled egg breakfasts.
How To: Use loops in CINEMA 4D if you know After Effects
This tutorial covers looping techniques. Even intermediate After Effects users know about looping basics, but how to get the same in CINEMA 4D? If you're new to AE, the tutorial first covers a little looping in Adobe AE then moves on to show you how to do the same in CINEMA 4D.
How To: Syncronize a Wiimote to your PC using GlovePie
If you're trying to get your Nintendo Wii Wiimote to connect to your PC via a bluetooth connection, you'll need to sycronize it before you can start using it as an input device. Learn some basic scripting and programming in GlovePie, input emulation software, to get your Wiimote up and running.
How To: Program Wiimote buttons with GlovePie
Learn how to program basic script in GlovePie to allow your Nintendo Wii Wiimote to function as an input device on your PC. Using GlovePie input emulation software and a bluetooth connection you can connect your Wiimote to your PC.
How To: Scratch records
DJ Fooders teaches you some basic record scratches for beginning DJs. Techniques covered included the baby scratch, forward scratch, chops and stabs, and the tear.
How To: Beat juggle on turntables
DJ Fooders teaches you how to beat juggle on turntables. Beat juggling involves mixing two records of the same song to keep a steady beat going. DJ Fooders talks about basic beat juggling, looping records, beat matching, and how to mark records.
How To: Style your hair in an easy updo
Celebrity stylist Mark Townsend shows us his version of the basic easy updo which is a must for every woman.
How To: Use VLC free media player
Learn the basics of VLC player - a free media player that plays almost all video formats (including Flash .flv) as well as DVDs. Learn how to use VLC player to play videos and DVDs as well as how to adjust the aspect ratio, filter videos, or adjust audio quality.
How To: Do the C-Walk Shuffle Hop
Learn the Shuffle Hop a basic move in the C-Walk style of Hip-Hop and urban dance. The shuffle hop is essentially the Shuffle except you can you move in different directions.
How To: Sew a pixie hat
Learn how to use very simple and basic stitching techniques to make a pixie hat.
How To: Play tied rhythm patterns
Using ties can really make your rhythm guitar playing sound natural and free. Before you start on this lesson make sure that you have got your basic rhythm guitar down - especially the Bar 4 from the earlier rhythm lesson. If you're ready, then it's time to watch Justin show you how to play tied rhythm patterns.
How To: Land and roll
A multi-angle parkour/free running video showing you the basics of landing from a drop and going into a roll shown in both real time and slow motion.
How To: Do a basic lazy vault
A multi-angle parkour / free running video showing you how to perform a lazy vault in both real time and slow motion.
How To: Composite using Photoshop
You don't always need a fancy program like Shake or After Effects to do basic compositing. In this tutorial Bert shows you how to composite using Photoshop.
How To: Vectorize art in Illustrator
This tutorial is very informative for those of you who aren't really familiar with the basics of Illustrator. Bert explains first, why you would want to use Illustrator instead of Photoshop, and then explains how to take an image or piece of artwork and vectorize it.
How To: Edit clips in Windows Movie Maker
The difference between an effective and a boring video is tight editing. Learn the basic steps to get started editing your raw footage with Windows Movie Maker.
How To: Warm up you singing voice
This exercise is an M hum vocal warm up. Squeeze your cheeks together, focus on an open throat and relaxed jaw with an open mouth. Sing through your basic warm up exercises. A great way to develop your vocal tone and warm up.
How To: Warm up your vocal chords with vowel exercises
This video is a demonstration of a vocal warm up exercise. Holding your tongue with your hand singing you basic scale and chord shapes with a variety of different vowel sounds. Repeat squeezing cheeks. Sounds great!
How To: Make fried chicken
Watch this instructional video to make a basic recipe of this all-time favorite dish, fried chicken. All you need to make this dish is chicken, vegetable oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, milk, egg, and flour.
How To: Do a figure 8 while belly dancing
Meital demonstrates how to belly dance. You push your hip from the back corner and circle it forward. You also can push your hip from the front and circle it backward. This creates a basic figure 8 movement.
How To: Teach children about water safety
Did you know that drowning is the second leading cause of death for children under the age of 14? I worked as a lifeguard and swimming instructor when I was younger and I have seen firsthand too many close calls with kids around water. This program is about basic water safety for children.
How To: Make a cheese omelet with meat or veggies
Serve up a delicious cheese omelet for breakfast. This simple recipe can be dressed up with meats or vegetables. You will need eggs, low-fat milk, butter, your favorite grated cheese. You can add a lot of your own touches to this basic cheese omelet recipe. Add your favorite meats or vegetables to make a variety of omelets.
How To: Build a one axis accelerometer
Step by step instructions on how to build a one axis accelerometer out of basic household materials! See how many "G's" of force are being pulled.
How To: Use the back palm to make a card vanish
Watch and learn a basic tutorial on how to make a card vanish, using a back palm. Follow along with an aspiring young magician as he gracefully shows the technique. Hint: It's all about the hands.