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How To: Start a fire with the hand drill

John Campbell instructs the audience on using the hand drill method of starting a friction fires. First, you can use a piece of cottonwood as your fire-board (in his opinion, cottonwood is the best). You need to carve a small round hole about a quarter of an inch away from the edge on the fire-board. Then, you get the spindle going (take a sturdy stick and rub between your hands, scraping the stick across the board). This helps you create a good indention, where you can carve a deep notch int...

How To: Make a custom dress form

Kick up your look by adding dresses you make yourself to your wardrobe. It's simple to create a patter and sew a dress that will fit your exact measurements. You'll be amazed at the differene of having a drees you made yourself makes.

How To: Measure chest length

In this video, Alazzo clothing instructs the viewer how they should measure chest length. First, you will need a standard tape measure that is flexible. Take the tape measure and wrap it around your chest. You will want to measure around the widest part of your chest. Don't pull the tape measure too tight - this will lead to faulty results! You will need to leave room for one finger when measuring around the widest part of your chest. When you have measured, record your measurement by relying...

How To: Seal black iron pipe joints

Teflon tape or pipe dope can be used to create a seal on black iron pipe. Tim Carter of AsktheBuilder.com demonstrates how to do the job right and shares some helpful tips. This black iron pipe is used to transport natural gas to your furnace, water heater and stove. This pipe has threaded fittings at the connection point which need to be sealed with pipe dope or Teflon tape. Teflon tape should be wrapped onto the male end of the pipe in a clockwise direction. Pipe dope has the consistency of...

News: Port-Able-Pot

have a port-a-pot on a fork-lift. Hide the forklift behind the port-o-pot for the time being. When someone (probably England) goes to shit, use duct tape to tape around the door locking them in the port-a-pot. Then, forklift the port-a-pot onto a truck bed and drive down the highway. At some point in time cut the tape and let him out to see what just happened.

How To: Craft gloves out of duct tape

There is nothing worse than being caught out in the cold without mittens. If you need some gloves, but can't make it to the store, watch this helpful video and learn how to craft gloves out of duct tape. You can make these gloves in any color or design you like, so they'll always match your parka.

How To: Create a "tape stop" sound effect in Propellerhead Reason 5 or Record 1.5

Learn how to create a reel-to-reel-style "tape stop" effect within a Reason or Record session. This official video guide from James Bernard of Propellerhead will teach you everything you'll need to know. Whether you're new to Propellerhead's virtual music studio application, Reason, or their newer DAW app, Record, you're sure to find much to take away from this brief video software tutorial.

How To: Take accurate measurements in your home projects

In this video we learn how to take accurate measurements in your home projects. First, you need to pick up the right tape measure for your project. Once you have picked out the right tape measure, you'll be able to use it for what you are trying to do. Now, learn how to read the numbers that are listed on the tape measure and find the precise measurement of your project. Make sure you take down all of the inches so you build everything correctly and don't have to go back and fix anything that...

How To: Clean a camera lens with cellulose tape (Scotch or Sellotape)

A camera's lens can be plagued with dust particles over time, and without a proper cleaning, your photographs will need a digital manicure before they'll please the eye. If you don't want to turn to Photoshop, then a little lens maintenance will do your photos good. Cleaning a camera lens is as easy as using a a few strips of Scotch or Sellotape, which are cellulose-based, translucent tapes.

How To: Make a bow out of a Starburst wrapper

In this video, we learn how to make a bow out of a Starburst wrapper. Now, place clear tape of the wrapper and fold down the edges. Now, fold the wrapper in half and then in half once more. Make it so you have an accordion design with three different peaks on the wrapper. Now, cut a small strip of tape out of the piece of tape and wrap it around the middle of the bow. After you do this, flare out the edges to make it look more like it has a bow shape. Now, take a bobby pin to the bottom of th...

How To: Tape drywall when renovating your home

Whenever your renovating a room and using drywall, it's important to know what you need to do in order to prepare it properly for a paint job. There are many things that go on before you can lay the first brush of paint, and one of those things is laying tape on correctly. This not only connects the drywalls with each others, but ensures that no liquid or others moisture is able to get inside the drywall.

How To: Paint a pair of high heel shoes

In this tutorial, we learn how to paint a pair of high heels with Anne. You will need: paints, varnishes, paintbrushes, pencils, pen, designs, scissors, sticky tape, and carbon paper. First you will need to paint both of your heels with a solid color, doing two base coats. Next, pick out a design you like and cut it out with carbon paper and tape it to the heels with sticky tape. Make sure to place the carbon paper facing down. Next, use your pen to trace the pattern along the heel. Now use a...

How To: Make a crusty and crispy French bread

With a stand mixer, making bread has never been easier. So, if in the past, you've shied away from making bread because of its complicated process, you don't need to worry anymore, especially with this crusty French bread. But don't be fooled by the crisply baked (but delicious) crust, the inside is so soft it will melt in your mouth. Check out this full video recipe for crusty French bread.

How To: Tape an ankle quick and easily

Athletes and accident-prone people, this video may save your life! Brush up on your first aid skills with help from this free tutorial. Learn how to tape an injured ankle quickly and easily with these step-by-step instructions.

How To: Easily tape an ankle sprain

Runners, gymnasts, and others who are prone to injury: Listen up! In this video, learn how to properly tape up an ankle spran in case of injury. Brush up on your first aid skills with help from this free tutorial.

How To: Make a dress out of duct tape

It's prom season and many young women along with friends and family, will hit up any store they can to find the perfect dress. Sometimes they'll spend well into the thousands just to find a dress that will be different than anything else will be wearing to the dance. Originality is what they are looking for, but why go to the stores? Why not make your own using different material? Maybe even duct tape? Well if you're interested in standing out of the crowd or just making something for fun thi...

How To: Tape your bicycle handlebars

Wrapping your bike's handlebars with bar tape might not sound like a complicated enterprise but it's much trickier than you might expect. Fortunately, this video presents a complete overview of the bar-wrapping process and will help you to a achieve a finished, even wrap every time. For more information, including step-by-step instructions, watch this free cyclist's guide.

How To: Craft a duct tape book cover

You know how they always make you cover your books in school? Doesn't using a paper bag kinda stink? They always rip by the middle of the school year and everyone has the same one. So, why not be totally unique and make a heavy duty cover out of duct tape?

How To: Make an insulated attic stairway box

Save some money on your energy bills by making an attic stairway box. For less than twenty five dollars, all you need is caulk, UL181 masking tape, insulated sheathing, and rubber foam sticky tape. Measure the width, the length, and the depth of the attic stairway opening. Lay the insulated sheathing down on the floor and get a straight edge. Take those measurements and create a rectangular box. Mark out six pieces to create the parts of the box – two large top pieces, and four shorter side p...

How To: Make a 2D paper jack-o'-lantern for Halloween

This is a fun and easy craft demonstration that shows how to make a paper jack-o-lantern with orange, green and yellow construction paper, scissors, tape, a pencil, a black Sharpie and an X-acto knife. Begin by drawing a jack-o-lantern on the orange paper. Use the knife to cut out the eyes, nose and mouth. Cut a top out of green paper and attach it with tape on the back. Cut out a piece of yellow paper and tape it to the back, to show through the holes on the front of the jack-o-lantern. Add ...

How To: Make a wallet from a recylced milk carton

A simple and creative way to make your own wallet. A few folds and snips of the scissors and you've created your own pocket wallet. You can even use different color of the carton to achieve a different and unique kind. It is extremely simple, the only things you need are your hands, scissors, tape and stapler. Open the carton, flatten it out, cut, tape the cut sides, staple and apply adhesive strips. You can apply whatever color of tape you want, this can make the wallet even more personalize...

How To: Easily tape an ankle to prevent an injury

In this Diet & Health video tutorial you will learn how to easily tape an ankle to prevent an injury. Place the injured foot on a soft furniture with the ankle protruding out. Toes should be pointing upward. Place two pads one on top and the other below the ankle. Start wrapping the tape around the leg starting about 3 inches from above the ankle. Cover up to the ankle and then go below the foot and take three turns, then cover the heel and come over the ankle. Now put three anchors on the to...

How To: Tape an ankle with a basketweave job

This wrap is intended to support and stabilize the ankle joint. Supplies needed include a 1 - ½'' – 2'' adhesive tape, pre-wrap, and heel and lace pads. Apply heel and lace pads at high friction areas, including the distal aspect of the Achilles tendon, and the dorsal aspect of the ankle joint. Apply under-wrap to secure them in place. It is critical that the foot remains at a ninety degree angle for this portion of the procedure. Apply an adhesive tape anchor strip at the lower leg, approxim...

How To: Use a multimeter to check connectivity on a guitar

The first thing you need to get is a multimeter this will help you test it. There might be a function on the meter that will give you the amount of voltage in that particular area. Then you have to put foil tape on all of the inside of the guitar to test it. You need to get two wires from the meter and then put them both on the foil tape on the guitar. If you don't hear a beep then you add more tape in that area where there is no activity. You can also test this on the ground.

How To: Measure your waist circumference for men

Are you looking a man to get a suit tailored, but don't know what size you are? You probably want to go to your local tailor with at least an idea of what you're talking about. Learn how to measure your own waist circumference in just a few easy steps. First you must acquire a bendable tape measure, which can be found in almost any convenience store. Wrap the tape measure around the fullest part of your body, which is usually somewhere around your belly button. When taking the measurement, be...

How To: Easily make a scrapbook shaker box

Cut a square or rectangle card. Similarly make another one but a square hole in the middle. Cut a square of page protector exactly same size of the card and paste it on the back side of the card with the hole using a glue or tape. Now paste a journaling or note you made to the middle of the card without the hole using glue. Place mounting tape on all four back sides of the card with the page protector. Now remove the outside of the mounting tape on three sides, not four. Place the card with j...

How To: Replace a leaky water faucet

If your replacement faucet is not the right size, pick up a connector and fitting from the hardware store. You will also need wrenches. First turn off the water supply. Then, brace the pipe with a pipe wrench. Use another wrench as a lever and remove the faucet. Take a piece of plumber's tape and wrap the brass connector. Make sure you thread the tape in the same direction that you screw on the connector. Screw the connector on by hand and tighten it with a wrench. Use the other wrench to kee...

How To: Stretch your ear gauge using the tape method

Want to wear some awesome ear plugs and be the most unique person walk down the street? Then you're going to have to stretch out your ear holes - and we mean REALLY stretch them out. Since ear plugs come in sizes ranging from the super tiny to even 2 inches in diameter, you'll have to stretch your ear to whatever diameter you prefer.