In this video, noted knitting writer Cat Bordhi ("A Treasury of Magical Knitting") will walk you through the cast on and first round of how to knit a scarf based on the Möbius strip. This strange and confusing shape was discovered by German mathematician August Ferdinand Möbius. It looks complicated, but even beginning knitters can figure it out with a little practice.
Learn about math and knitting at the same time, in this video video about making a scarf based on the Möbius strip discovered by German mathematician August Ferdinand Möbius in the 19th century. Popularized by the work of artist M.C. Escher, the Möbius strip is a curious shape that folds back on itself. It makes for an unusual and eye-catching scarf design.
It’s inevitable – the sticky, messy buildup accumulating on your curling iron. Use any of the methods in this how-to video to de-gunk and get on with the business of beautifying. Your curling iron will work better, last longer, and make your hair look nicer when the curling iron is clean and in good condition. Check out this video and learn how to keep your curling iron and hair in styling shape.
This guy is teaching everyone how to whistle with his fingers. This technique uses two fingers, requires you to roll your tongue into a C shape, bottom lip loose and top lip firm and rolled. This is for optimal whistle sound and loudness.
This video shows you how to oil piston valves on trumpets and all brass instruments from NAPBIRT and the Band Instrument Repair program at MN State College-SE Technical. This is an excellent video for learning about musical instrument maintenance and repair. Keep your horns in tip top shape with these oiling instructions.
Learn how to tie a Japanese Knot or Square Knot - a decorative knot that forms a square shape. This is a fine knot for camping, climbing, sailing or Boy Scout training.
Leg or heel catches are a great place for those new to the exciting world of freestyle soccer to start, as it isn't TOO challenging. All you have to do is flick the ball up and behind you and catch it against your heel in the crook of your bent leg. The video will show you everything you need to know and offers great tips on proper execution.
This medical how-to video demonstrates how to perform two techniques for skin biopsies. Follow along and learn how to do both a punch biopsy and a shaving method to remove moles. This technique is used when a patient has an irregular shaped mole and has changed in appearance.
This Photoshop CS3 for beginners tutorial introduces new Photoshop users to the rectangular marquee tool, the fill command and working with text. You will learn how to create a "senior pic" type graphic using some simple text and basic shapes created with the rectangular marquee tool in Photoshop CS3.
Incline bench cable flys are an essential part of lifting weights and strength training. This fitness how-to video tutorial demonstrates how working out with cable flys on an inclined bench will get you in shape. Learn tips and techniques for working out the chest, back, shoulders, and arms in this weightlifting video.
Practice drawing in perspective with simple doodling exercises. Add texture to flat looking forms by drawing patterns on the surface of objects. If you can doodle in perspective, then every line you put down can be a line drawing in perspective. Watch this instructional drawing video to doodle simple shapes with multi-dimensional form.
There is not better way to get in shape and target trouble zones than with the help of some experts in fitness and some simple workout equipment. In this how to video tutorial SELF Magazine shows you how to tone and sculpt your body with a simple beach ball. Tone difficult areas with tilt-a-whirls, dipsy dos, squeeze play, close reaches, reverse lunges, pendulums, hold your own and tummy toner exercises.
Check out this fun arts and crafts project for the holidays with this tutorial from Crayola. Learn how to make paper ornaments with your kids using Crayola products. You will need paper or paper shapes, hole punch, scissors, string, your favorite markers, cookie cutters, erasable colored pencils, and the Crayola Cutter. With this how to video you and your child can decorate your home for the holiday season with these paper ornaments.
This is a tutorial in Adobe Photoshop CS2 demonstrating primarily the use of the quickmask tool to make precise selections of organic shapes. Other topics covered include adjustment layers and layer masks. So watch and learn how to enhance photos using quickmasks, layer masks and adjustment layers in Photoshop CS2.
This software tutorial shows you how to draw artistic text and artsy shapes in Corel Draw X3 that can be used for scroll saw patterns. If you do scroll saw woodworking and like to create your own patterns, learn how to get started by creating artistic text in Corel Draw X3.
This is an instructional video on how to make an origami goldfish. Origami is the traditional Japanese art of paper folding to make any shape imaginable. All you need is a square of paper and a pair of scissors, even if that's considered cheating. Watch this video tutorial and learn how to fold a paper goldfish.
This is an instructional video on how to fold an origami Butterfly. Origami is the Japanese traditional art of paper folding to make just about any shape. All you need is a square sheet of paper. Watch this video origami tutorial and learn how to fold a paper butterfly.
A Box kite is a fun project that looks like it could never fly but it flies real easy. It's easy to make too. You will need dowels, straws, string, masking tape, scissors, and some newspaper or plastic. Watch this video tutorial and learn how to make a box-shaped kite.
Invented by Tom Hull in 2007, here's how to fold a Rhombicuboctahedron, an innovation on the cuboctahedron, out of origami paper. 24 smaller paper units can lock together in a pattern, which if carried through properly, will form a complex geometric shape out of folded paper.
This crochet how-to video shows you how to crochet Japanese amigurumi shapes. For this crocheting project learn to make a pair of cherries out of yarn. It is very simple, start by crocheting a six stitch circle. Watch the video to learn how to crochet the rest of the Japanese amigurumi cherries.
Improve you crocheting skills by creating fun shapes out of yarn. This how to video is a tutorial that will show you how to crochet a tube. Crochet a long tube and use it to decorate a long pillow or bolster.
Improve you crocheting skills by creating fun shapes. This how to video is a crocheting tutorial that will show you how to create a small rose flower. Crochet several roses and use them to decorate your projects.
Improve you crocheting skills by creating fun shapes. This how to video is a crocheting tutorial that will show you how to create a small star with five points. Crochet several of them, bind them together and create larger handmade projects.
Celebrated and award-winning children's illustrator, Jan Brett, shows how to sketch an okapi, an endangered, African mammal, in this fun demonstrational video. Learn how to draw this beautiful and unusual animal by following Jan's simple instructions that go from making easy shapes to the finished product. Even kids unfamiliar with Jan's work will enjoy sketching along.
Celebrated and award-winning children's illustrator, Jan Brett, shows how to sketch a guinea hen and a zebra. Learn from this video tutorial how to draw and paint these exotic, African animals by following Jan's simple instructions that go from making easy shapes to the finished product. Fun for kids to follow along as well.
This Zbrush 3.1 tutorial covers using layers and Alpha Shapes and a plugin named imageplane3 by Marcus at Pixologic.com to create a shield in Zbrush. You should already know the basics of working in Photoshop.
Craft a crazy three dimensional Slinky-esque heart shaped card. Perfect for Valentine's Day or Mother's Day.
This video shows how to make a modeling clay form for a bra cup. This form can be shaped and reshaped to change the look of bras.
Learn how to make a cool little heart shaped cup out of two pieces of paper and some folding and cutting. Similar to origami, the Japanese art of kirigami requires the use of scissors.
Jeff Schell walks you through, step by step, how to create a handful of different track mattes in Premiere Pro CS3. Schell discusses where you can apply a track matte, how to expand it, how to apply and expand a blur, and what track you want to borrow the shape from. He also shows us how to apply a track matte with a title, and details the effects of a luma matte.
This demonstrator teaches you how to put together a giraffe-shaped balloon hat. This is a tall hat and requires a lot of complex twisting. Pay close attention to this one!
The perfect craft for storing Valentine's cards and candies. Watch this video to learn how to make a simple and sweet present for your Valentine. It's easy to do with your kids, and perfect for holding the many cards and candies your kids will come home with. The woven quality gives it a unique look, and will make your kids the envy of the classroom!
Kids will get a kick out of this fun and sweet treat. Make these candy sushi ahead of time as a surprise or better yet get the kids to help to create their own colorful snacks. These bite size treats will add a twist to any afternoon snack.
If your car's fan only works on one speed you may need to replace the blower motor resistor. The blower motor resistor regulates the air conditioning and heating system fan controls. Keep your car in top shape by doing this simple repair yourself.
Looking for a way to boost your iTouch device's wifi signal at home? The answer is rather simple - all you need is an Asian cooking wok! The shape of the pan functions like a satellite dish, boosting your signal!
This video goes over traditional wrapping - using tissue paper, wrapping paper, ribbons and bows. But if you just can't get the fiddly bits right, or your gift is oddly shaped, then this video will also show you how to use a gift bag!
This beautiful geometric box, which reminds us of midcentury abstract expressionist paintings, is a wonderful handmade way to showcase a Valentine's Day gift for your sweetheart.
Make your own patterns easily! Drafting a pattern isn't difficult. This tutorial shows you a few fun methods of pattern drafting. Take an article of clothing whose shape you like, and use that as the model for your new pattern.
Darts add shape and a more fitted line to garments that use them. While many patterns come with the darts pre-printed, how do you add darts when you're sewing without a pattern? This tutorial shows you how to add your own darts by hand.
When it comes to burning fat and muscle building, we're not going to lie to you: No pain, no gain. So if you've committed yourself to toning your family pack and achieving firm muscles instead of chunky flab this new year, check out this fitness video for a quick routine that burns fat.
