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How To: Cook and peel deviled eggs

In this tutorial, we learn how to cook and peel deviled eggs. After you have boiled your eggs and they are fully cooked so they are hard, let them cool off for a few minutes. When they are cooled, you will break off the shell of the eggs and throw them in the trash. From here, you will cut the egg in half and let the yolk of the eggs fall into a mixing bowl. Place the white part of the egg on a serving dish. Then, mix together your egg yolks with some salt and any other seasonings that you pr...

How To: Find the area of a circle

In this tutorial, we learn how to find the area of a circle. The line from the middle to the edge of the circle is called the radius. Find what this is in your equation, then multiply (3.14 X radius x radius). This will always work out the area of a circle for you. So, do this equation with your calculator or by hand, then you will have the correct answer for the area. Make sure to add the units squared after you get the answer. If you are given the diameter (line all the way across), you wou...

How To: Prepare cantaloupe

In this tutorial, we learn how to prepare a cantaloupe. First, cut the top and the bottom off of the cantaloupe. After you have these cut off, take a sharp knife and cut from the top to the bottom of the fruit. Cut just the skin off, making sure you get the least amount of orange left on the skin when it's cut off. Continue to cut all the way around the cantaloupe until there is no more green or skin left on the fruit. After this, cut the fruit in half and then scoop out all the seeds. From h...

How To: Prepare carrots

In this video Skinny and Mini teach us how to prepare carrots. First, take a peeler and peel the carrot from the top to the bottom all the way around the carrot. After this, you will cut the carrot. To julienne the carrot you will cut the carrot into small pieces. Do this by cutting the ends off and then cutting it in half. After this, hold the carrot from the top and slice down. After this, stack it and work all the way down. You can also slice the carrots into small slices or cube it if you...

How To: Draw a graffiti spraycan

In this video, we learn how to draw a graffiti spray can. Start out by drawing the top of the can with the nozzle on the very top. Use a half circle with a thick line under it to make the top. Next, draw the rest of the can creating a face on the side of the can with a mouth, nose, ears, and eyes. Then, draw in the bottom of the can using a circle shape and filling it on black so it looks sealed. Add in some lines to show the can spraying, then write in graffiti letters underneath to finish!

How To: Make Dutch oven chicken

In this tutorial, we learn how to make Dutch oven chicken. Ingredients are: 1 whole chicken, 1 chopped onion, 3 tbsp garlic, salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning, and 28 oz diced tomatoes. First, melt some butter in a pot and then throw in your chopped onion. Let this heat up, then add in your garlic and other seasonings with it. Once these are combined, stick your chicken on top of them and sprinkle on additional flavorings of your choice. Cook for 1.5 hours on medium wit...

How To: Create a two faced fairy tale makeup look

In this tutorial, we learn how to create a two faced fairy tale makeup look. First, apply green paint to half of the face. After this, apply yellow paint to the opposite eye and dab the same color throughout the green paint. Next, paint red shadow onto the eye and then darken the surrounding areas of the red eye. Create red circles on the side of the face with the green, then draw on a mouth to make it longer and smiling. To finish this, apply eyeliner and glitter to the yellow eye. Then, app...

How To: Make a quiche

In this video, Skinny and Mini teach us how to make a quiche. First, crack two eggs inside of a bowl and whisk them together. Next, you will need to add in four more eggs and whisk those with in. Now, you add whisk in half of 1/3 c water with the eggs. From here, you will add in your favorite vegetables and meats that you want in with your quiche. Also add in your choice of cheese and combine everything together. Now, grease a baking dish and pour the quiche mixture inside of it. Bake this in...

How To: Crochet a shell beanie hat

In this video we learn how to crochet a shell beanie hat. There are a total for seventeen rounds to make this beanie hat. Start out with a chain one and then single crochet in the starting loop. Continue to do this throughout the round and then join in the beginning single crochet. For the next round, you will single crochet and then create shells in the hat. Start out with round three, where you will start with a double crochet and then join the half double crochets with the beginning. When ...

How To: Make an easy paper rose

In this video, we learn how to make an easy paper rose. First, punch out three flowers with a paper punch from your favorite color of paper. Then, add contact ink to the edges of the flowers along the petals. Next, you will cut out two of the petals from the flowers and then glue half of the leftover scraps. Make this into a cone and then do this on the other pieces of flowers. Bend out the petals and curl them, then glue all of the petals together. Once finished, add on a green stem and then...

How To: Prepare a honey dew

In this video, we learn how to prepare a honey dew. Start off by cutting the end off of the honey dew. After this, cut the other end off of the melon as well. Next, you will take the knife and cut from the top to the bottom, curving the knife. Cut behind the white part so there is no more left over on the melon. Look to make sure there is minimal green left on the rind so you have only white showing. This will give you more honey dew that you can eat. When finished, you will cut this in half ...

How To: Carve a turkey properly

In this tutorial, we learn how to carve a turkey. After your turkey has came out of the oven and sat out for around 10 minutes, grab your sharp knife. When you are carving this, you want to carve around the bones so you are getting the most meat off of the bird. Start off by removing the thighs from the turkey and cutting it in half. After both of these are off, but the wings off of the turkey and set on a serving plate. From here, you will use the knife to cut the middle of the turkey and pr...

How To: Make an oversized bow fashion accessory

In this tutorial, we learn how to make an over-sized fashion bow fashion accessory. First, take your fabric and cut it to the desired size you want the bow to be. Cut this in a square shape at first, then sew the sides of the square. Then, fold this in half and pull in the middle of the square. Cut this in the middle to make a hole. Then, turn this inside out and push out the edges. Put an additional square of fabric around the square in the middle, then shape it out to be a cute bow to wear ...

How To: Make chicken quesadillas

In this tutorial, we learn how to make chicken quesadillas with Skinny and Mini. First, cook your chicken and cut it up into pieces. Then, chop up your other ingredients, including: cheese, onions, tomatoes, and chilies. Now, place your tortilla shell on the bottom of the pan and turn the heat up. Now, flip the shell over on the other side and add in your cheese, chicken, and other ingredients. Sprinkle all of this on just one side of the shell. Once all the ingredients are inside, fold the o...

How To: Make a DIY halter style bra strap

In this tutorial, we learn how to make a DIY halter style bra strap. First, you will need to cut a long piece of fabric and you will also need some bra hooks. Now, you will take the fabric and fold it in half twice so it's the correct size for a bra strap. Then, you will sew it on all of the sides to create a secure strap. From here, you will place the bra hook onto the strap at the base where you sewed the end. Now, sew this onto the strap and then attach to your bra to wear as a halter!

How To: Fold a paper rose

In this tutorial, we learn how to fold a paper rose. First, you will grab a napkin and unfold it. From here, roll the napkin around two fingers. Then, take it off and go two inches down from the top. Roll around this quickly, stopping half way. Grab the corner of the napkin and bring it up. Then, pull the rest down and continue to twist. Take your flower and make a leaf, then twist around the stem tightly. Put your fingers in the middle of the rose and use your finger to swirl it around. This...

How To: Make a zipper purse or mini fanny pack for your belt

In this video we learn how to make a zipper purse or mini fanny pack for your belt. First, fold a bandanna in half and cut out a rectangle. Then, cut a rectangle out for the belt loop too. Next, take one of the bigger rectangles and cut it about 1.5 inches from the top. Then, sew these two pieces together using a needle and thread with white thread. After this, pin down the zipper to the back and sew up the sides. Then take the other piece and stitch it to the front side of your other rectang...

How To: Make low-cholesterol deviled eggs

In this tutorial, we learn how to make low-cholesterol deviled eggs. First, boil your eggs until they are cooked all the way, then cool them off. Peel the shell off of the eggs, then cut them in half and remove the yolk from the egg. Lay these on a serving plate, then chop up some fresh pickles with a knife and fork. After this, scoop hummus into a bowl, then add in the pickles with this along with some mustard. Mix all of this together until it's well combined, then spoon the mixture into th...

How To: Do a side by side video effect in Sony Vegas

In this tutorial, we learn how to do a side by side video effect in Sony Vegas. First, open up Sony Vegas and open up a couple of clips to your time line. After this, make the two clips the same length by pressing down on the control key and moving them with the mouse. From here, return the videos to the start and then right click the track motion button. Reduce the width and the height to half of what they were before. Then, move the X position of one to -180 and the other to 180. Now both w...

How To: Draw Sango and Kilala characters from InuYasha

In this tutorial, we learn how to draw Sango and Kilala. Start out by drawing a circle and reference lines for the head, then draw a stick for the body and draw a half circle going off the bottom of the page. Then, draw circles on the upper body to create the hands and draw fingers coming off of those. Now, draw in the neck and the clothing that is on the character. Erase the background lines, then all in the features of the face and the hair around the head. Also make sure to draw on the ear...

How To: Easily make pie pastry dough

In this tutorial, Angie teaches us how to easily make pie pastry dough. Start with 2 cups of all purpose flour and a pinch of salt. Add in 1 c of shortening to this and use a pastry blender to cut it into the bowl. After you have worked the shortening into the mixture, add in 1 beaten egg and 1 tbsp of vinegar. Next, add in 2 tbsp of ice water and mix everything with a fork until it comes together. Mix in a circular motion, making sure not to over-work the dough. Separate the dough into 2 hal...

How To: Crochet a fringe on a scarf

In this tutorial, we learn how to crochet a fringe on a scarf. Start be going to the end of your last row with your hook. Then, chain one and pull it tight. Next, decide how long you want your fringes to be and pull your thread that long. After this, cut it on the bottom and pull the loop out of the chain. Now, take your hook under the first stitch and fold three twelve inch strands in half. Then, hook these onto the crochet hook and catch the tail with the strands. Continue to crochet the fr...

How To: Draw manga facial expressions

In this tutorial, we learn how to draw manga facial expressions. To draw an angry face, you will draw a circle for the head with a point for the chin. Then, you will draw in a slight frown for the mouth and half circles for the eyes. Then, draw in slanted eyebrows above the eyes to make the character look angry. Add in highlights around the face to make the expression larger. Then, add in lines around the face to show it being crunched up and the person being angry. You can also make the mout...

How To: Draw Toad from Mario Bros.

In this video, we learn how to draw Toad. Start out drawing toad with the out line of the body. Make sure to incorporate the mushroom helmet on top of the head. After you have the basic outline finished, draw on the features of the outfit. Include the pants and the scarf around the neck. Also, add on the features of the face and darken up the eyes. Next, draw in half circles on the mushroom helmet and then shade around the character to make it look 3D. Practice drawing this to perfect the cha...

How To: Play it safe in golf on a par 5

In this tutorial, we learn how to play it safe in golf on par 5 with Bob Byman. Take two numbers that equal the rest of the yards that you have left, then find how many yards each of your next hits will have to take. Pay attention to where your ball is and if you are going to hit the grass and how that will effect you when you are hitting the ball. Try to get the ball to go more than half when you take it, so you don't have to go too long on your second shot when you take it!

How To: Make the perfect crab fried rice

In this tutorial, we learn how to make the perfect crab fried rice. First, you will need a cup and half of cold cooked basmati rice, meat from 2 crabs, 2 large eggs, spring onions (cut into strips), crushed garlic, 2 tbsp yellow bean sauce, 2 tbsp light soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Now, combine 1/4 c water with bean sauce, soy sauce, sugar, white pepper, and salt. Mix together until well combined and dissolved, then scramble the eggs in a hot frying pan with butter. Set these aside, then fry ...

How To: Get big bouncy curls like Kim Kardashian

In this tutorial, we learn how to get big bouncy curls like Kim Kardashian. First, have straight and clean hair and heat up a 1.5" curling iron. Now, section your hair off and start with the bottom half. Wrap your hair around the curling iron, then after 15 seconds release the hair and spray with hair spray. Now, curl the next piece of hair facing the opposite direction. Continue to curl your hair all the way around until you have reached all the way around. Now, loosen the curls by brushing ...

How To: Make boric acid from borax

This is a video tutorial in the Education category where you are going to learn how to make boric acid from borax. For this experiment you will need borax (disodium tetra borate) and conc. hydrochloric acid. Take 25 ml of hydrochloric acid and dilute it with 75 ml of water. Next take 6 - 7 gms of borax and dissolve it in boiling water. Now add equal amount of hydrochloric acid. Crystals of boric acid will start forming. They are completely insoluble in cold water. After about half an hour, fi...

How To: Make a pumpkin pie with fresh pumpkin

In this tutorial, we learn how to make a pumpkin pie with fresh pumpkin. First, take your pumpkin and cut it in half. After this, take out the middle of the pumpkin, then cut it into several large cubes in a large bowl. After this, place the pumpkin into boiling water and cook until they are soft. Once finished, take the filling from the middle and peel the skin off the pieces. Now mash these pieces up using a food processor and add together with the other ingredients for your pumpkin pie. Po...

How To: Make an easy hair bow

In this tutorial, we learn how to make an easy hair bow. First, grab some thick ribbon in any color or material that you want to have. Use more ribbon if you want a larger one and less if you want a smaller one. Measure it out or use your eye to measure. After this, heat seal the ends so they don't fray by passing them through a lighter quickly. Now, fold the ribbon in half length wise, then place a crease there. After this, use a hot glue gun to fold down the two sides of the ribbon with a k...

How To: Create Miley Cyrus' bronze cat eye look from Oscars 2010

After spending nearly half her life in show business, Miley Cyrus knows a thing or two about what type of makeup - and what colors - look good on her. If you follow her red carpet appearances you'll notice she usually goes with similar eye looks. Specifically, a very smokey cat eye and nude lips. If it ain't broke, don't fix it, right?

How To: Build your own lunar city model

In this tutorial, we learn how to build your own lunar city model. You will need: toilet paper tube, bottle caps, CDs, sheets, and scissors. Now, cover your table area with the bed sheet so it's completely covered. Now, star tot arrange your lunar city model. Place the CDs on the table and stack them, placing bottle caps in between. After this, cut the toilet paper rolls in half and lay them flat on the ground. After this, place cups lid down on the table and then add CDs on top of them. Now ...

How To: Perform a convincing false riffle shuffle

In this video, we learn how to perform a convincing false riffle shuffle. Start off with one deck of cards. After this, riffle the cards off half way and do a standard shuffle. Bend the cards up after this, then use your pinkie and pointer finger to touch each other. When you release, the cards are naturally going to separate from each other. They will push off in opposite directions because of the way you are working the cards. Square it up on the edges, then square on the back and use your ...

How To: Join a crochet round left-handed

In this video, we learn how to join a crochet round left-handed. First, join with the top level of the crochet. After this, half double crochet of the shell and join with the beginning of the shell. Now, join with the beginning of the double crochet. Go around to the beginning and join with the beginning of the single crochet using a slip stitch. Then, slip stitch between the joining. Now you will want to join with the slip stitch in the beginning of the double crochet. To finish, join with t...

How To: Make a mobius loop or strip

This video will show you how to make a 2 dimensional object in a 3D world. A well-known example of this is a mobius strip, which can be made with a strip of paper, scissors, and some tape. After cutting out a long strip of paper, you should take the strip of paper, give it a half twist and tape it together, making a loop. This loop, or mobius strip, exists in a three dimensional world, where by following the loop, you seem to always arrive at the same point. Furthermore, the loop can by cut d...

How To: Make an origami book

This video will show viewers how to fold a small book out of origami paper. You will need a square piece of paper for this project. First, fold the paper downwards in half, then fold it into quarters by folding down both edges of the paper to meet in the middle. Unfold and fold the two top sections down to make eighths on your paper. Then turn the paper around and repeat. Mountain fold both sides of the paper until you reach the middle, after which you should have a strip of folded paper. At ...

How To: Cut R&R (remove & replace) time for an engine in a 2000 Chevrolet Express van

For most vehicles, the way you remove and replace (often referred to as R&R) an engine is by disconnecting everything from the motor and pulling it out of the frame. With the 2000 Chevrolet Express, the book time states 22 hours for R&R of the engine this way. But there is a shortcut, and it cuts the time nearly in half! It involves the backwards approach, where you lift the body of the Chevy Express off the frame, then pull the engine out.

How To: Make a vegetarian burger

In this video, we learn how to make a vegetarian burger. First, you will need to have a vegetarian burger you purchase form your local store. After this, add some coconut oil to your pan and then place the burger down onto the oil so both sides touch the oil. Now, place some sesame bread into the toaster and start to cut up your tomato into slices. When the toast is finished, apply butter spread to the bread as well as vegan mayonnaise. Then, add on the tomatoes and alfalfa sprouts, followed ...

How To: Win over her friends

In this video, we learn how to win over her friends. One thing you can do is to pay for drinks or buy a meal when you are out with the friends. Ask them questions so you can get to know them and they think you care about them. Do not touch them and give half hugs if you have to, so they don't get the wrong impression. Give your girlfriend space with her friends and let her do things by herself, being supportive of her hanging with her friends is great. Try to set her friends up with your guy ...