A bound buttonhole doesn't have to be difficult. This video shows you several different techniques taught in various sewing books, and then shows you a synthesis of both methods. Don't worry about having to hand sew your buttons, you can do it all by machine.
Use the AutoFill feature in Safari to quickly fill in web forms for sites that you visit again and again and save time when logging in. Form entry data is stored in your address book contacts, and from information you have filled out in web forms before. You can see the passwords used by AutoFill in the OS X keychain, and you can also specify and limit general access to those passwords.
During September, going back to school is an extremely exciting time involving new classes, new books, and new hotties to drool over. Look your best and be the object of the drooling by styling your hair into this easy loosely pulled back look.
This is one of those hairstyles we remember throwing together at the last moment before grabbing our books and jetting off to school. As simple as they come, this low messy bun basically involves hastily putting together a bun and then adding a headband for chicness.
You've got yourself a new Samsung Galaxy Tab and you want to start filling up your contact book, but you don't know how— This video will breakdown the easy steps to adding those new contacts in the Android OS. Simply hit APPLICATIONS, then CONTACTS and select the ADD NEW CONTACT icon (looks like a +) in the bottom left. Fill in all the relevant information and click DONE to save the contact.
Want to draw your favorite comic book characters? This tutorial shows you how you can use Photoshop to draw a sketch of Spider Woman. Starting with some basic shapes, here's how you can make a realistic and detailed drawing of Spider-Woman.
Have a great manuscript you just know will do fantastic on Amazon's e-book store? You can't just upload a straight document for easy reading on a Kindle - here's how you can reformat your file and then upload it to Amazon to be read by anyone with an e-reader.
It really doesn't take a lot of cooking know how - or an ingredients list longer than the last "Harry Potter" book - to create a delicious dish. In this recipe video the focus is on side dishes.
If you're a fan of either H.P. Lovecract or Sam Raimi, you'll appreciate this tutorial which shows you how to construct your own prop copy of the Necronomicon, the Book of the Dead which features quite prominently in stories of eldritch horror.
Here's a fun technique you can use to create a unique background for your next greeting card, scrap book or other paper crafting project. All you need is some bubble solution and a few drops of re-inker in your favorite color.
In this clip, you'll learn how to use the Manual Trace tool when, for example, desiging a book cover in Illustrator CS5. Whether you're new to Adobe's popular vector graphics editor or just looking to pick up a few new tips and tricks, you're sure to enjoy this free video software tutorial. Take a look.
In this clip, you'll learn how to use the Live Paint tool to color in type when, for example, designing a book cover within Adobe Illustrator CS5. Whether you're new to Adobe's popular vector graphics editor or just looking to pick up a few new tips and tricks, you're sure to enjoy this free video software tutorial. Take a look.
This video will guide you through the Evolution Setup Assistant, which can be downloaded at the Evolution website. This walkthrough will help you set up your mail account in Ubuntu's Evolution Mail program to access your Gmail account. Evolution provides integrated mail, address book and calendar functionality to users of the Ubuntu GNOME desktop.
Want to get started using the free Nook eReader app to read digital books on your Google Android smartphone? It's easy. And this brief video tutorial from the folks at Butterscotch will teach you everything you need to know. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started managing your own web pages with Google Sites, take a look.
Nelly's funky "Ride With Me" isn't the most likely song you'd think to play on a ukulele, but it actually sounds pretty cool and upbeat when you utilize this cute little instrument.
A diorama is an attractive craft to present a school science project or book report. You'll need some boxes, paint, glue, and a few small figurines. Pick a theme, and use these tips so your kids can make an A+ project!
In this clip, you'll learn how to create a Sin City comic book effect within Adobe Photoshop. Whether you're new to Adobe's popular raster graphics editing software or a seasoned 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.
If you're experiencing a problem with your washer and it won't start or run, there may be an electrical problem that needs to be fixed or it may be your machine. Before you head to your phone book looking for a professional, check out this tutorial.
Marvel's recent string of wildly successful films based on its wildly successful comics have ushered in a whole new era of comic book films. All of the Marvel films have a very cool Marvel logo effect during their opening credits. This video will teach you how to create the same effect for your logo at home using Flash CS3. Now your superhero movie will look much more authentic and professional.
There are a bunch of different things that you can do with Apple's newest must have gadget, the iPad. Aside from being able to read books and play some pretty awesome games, there are a bunch of different things that can be done with an iPad that you can do with. In this video, you'll find out how to zoom in and out with the multitouch on the iPad. Good luck and enjoy!
Changing your engine's oil yourself isn't just great for your car, it's great for your pocket book. This DIY auto maintenance guide presents an overview of the standard method for changing a car's oil, a method which applies for most modern automobiles. For a detailed walkthrough, and to get started changing your own car's oil, watch this home mechanic's guide.
This quick video tutorial shows you how to open and close the trunk of a Lincoln MKX with just a push of two buttons. It's prefect for anybody was has to carry tons of books or groceries from their home to the trunk. It prevents you from needing to put the stuff down in order to open the trunk manually. So if you own, or plan on owning, this car check this video out!
A cool way to accessorize your scrapbook is with distressed ink. In this tutorial, learn how to take beautiful inks from the folks at Stampin UP and distress them for a very cool effect.
If you love fantasy books and love to draw, this video is for you. Learn how to draw a spooky, haunting fantasy tree with help from fantasy artist, Wayne Tully. Apply this tree to your fantasy drawings to make something worth hanging!
See how easy it is to use the Amazon Kindle eBook reader. This Quick Tips video from CNET shows you how to use the built-in dictionary to look up those hard, mystifying, multi-syllabic words. Finding defintions has never been easier while reading a book.
Gaining friendships and influencing people to live is what life is about. In this summary of Dale Carnegie's work, you will learn exactly how to win people over and share your influence onto anyone. You can get the free ebook PDF of his revolutionary and successful book "How to Win Friends and Influence People" here. It's a great read, and you'll learn how to be successful with the right attitude.
This is a great tutorial for making a simple tote bag from household items. Pick a basic fabric and you're on your way with a lightweight and versatile catch all for books, groceries, etc.
In this video, learn how to draw Captain America. This tutorial will take you step by step through the process of drawing a realistic looking superhero. Gain knowledge of anatomy and dynamics in the positioning of a realistic figure. In a few simple steps you will be on your way to drawing this classic comic book character with the help of artist and illustrator, Xia Taptara.
Cook book author, Susan McIntosh shares tips on how to get creative with grits and goes over different ideas for dishes that can combine grits with other delicious sides. Creamy Grits with Ham and Red-Eye Gravy, Pork with Mushrooms and Two-Corn Grits, Italian Sausage over Garlic Polenta, and Anniversary Shrimp and Grits are just a few available in her all-things grits cookbook: "Glorious Grits: America's Favorite Comfort Food".
The Craft ROBO is a machine that lets you cut and score paper with precision and repetition. This is really handy if you're into scrapbooking or want to make shipping boxes, envelopes or promos for your Etsy shop. Perhaps you want to take it to the next level to create unique paper sculptures, pop-up books or custom vinyl stickers.
Transform those outdated fridge magnets into new ones. Inspired by an Instructables.com project: http://www.instructables.com/id/Reusing-old-calendar-magnets/
This is part of the How To Big Wall Book. In this segment Chris McNamara demonstrates basic racking when cleaning. This rock climbing technique is important for safe and effective big wall rock climbing. He is climbing El Capitan in this video. You should clean gear in a certain way to make sure you don't break or climb with unsafe carabiners or harnesses.
Check out this instructional audio video that demonstrates how to record a narrator's voice for home recording artists. This lesson shows you simple steps to record someone or yourself for a podcast or audio book. Learn which equipment to use, how to plug it all in, as well as how to use and create a space for your voice actor to perform narration.
This instructional photography video provides some helpful tips on how to build narrative ideas surrounding body of photography work that you'll want to create. You can use these techniques when building a book, a web site or a series of consistent images for your story. You will not only make your photography work more interesting, but working with narrative will train you to become a better story teller.
This instructional video demonstrates how to make an exciting stringed instrument from simple junk materials. This is one of the projects from Nick Penny's book "Making Musical Instruments from Junk". This musical instrument is called a poptar, because of the unique sound it makes. You will need a 2 liter plastic bottle, scissors, and plastic twine.
Did you know you can sync up your cell phone (any cell phone with Bluetooth) with your MAC computer? Doing so will enable you to do several things, including importing and syncing your address book, iCal (calender application), and even tethering your phone with your computer so you can get internet.
Are the entries in your date book distressingly few and far between? Take heart, friend; in this tutorial, Gary Rosenzweig shows you how you can subscribe to free and interesting calendars using iCal in Mac OS X.
Here is a rainy day activity brought to you by Bayard books! Watch this how to video to learn how to use dry pasta, glue, paint and a wooden picture frame to create a beautiful piece of art. You kids are sure to love this fun activity. Use the macaroni picture frames to decorate any room or to give away as presents.
Here is a rainy day activity for children brought to you by StoryBox Books. Watch this how to video to learn how to do potato painting with your children. Carve different fun shapes into the potato and use your favorite colors to create wonderful works of art. Who said there is nothing to do on a rainy day?
Don't know what to make with all those fresh blackberries? In this how to video Julie Hasson takes a page from her cookbook "The Complete Book of Pies" and demonstrates a easy cobbler for summertime fruit. Watch as she demonstrates how to make a delicious fresh blackberry cobbler.
