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How To: Copy user settings in Blender 2.5

This quick Blender 2.5 tip video demonstrates an easy way to copy over your settings from previous testing builds of Blender 2.5 to the latest build you have downloaded. Whether you're new to the Blender Foundation's popular open-source 3D computer graphics application or are a seasoned digital artist merely on the lookout for new tips and tricks, you're sure to be well served by this free video software tutorial from the folks at CG Cookie. For more information, including step-by-step instru...

How To: Fold an easy origami paper fish

Sure, there are other origami fish tutorials out there, but they're usually either difficult and long, or short and unsatisfying. Find the perfect medium with this origami video. You just need one sheet of origami paper, like most paper folding projects, and the instructions in this video. Try pausing after each fold to make sure you learn this fish properly.

How To: Make chicken Vesuvio

Interested in making a quick and easy chicken Vesuvio? You'll have a hard time finding a recipe any quicker or easier than the one demonstrated in this free video cooking lesson from the Food Network. For detailed instructions, and to get started making your own delicious chicken Vesuvio, watch this video guide! (Fun fact: This dish gets its name from the steam that rises when white wine is added.)

How To: Batch conform video clips with Apple's Cinema Tools

This clip demonstrates how to use Apple's Cinema Tools to batch conform 50p or 60p DSLR clips to a lower framerate (e.g., 30, 25 or 24p). As you might expect, the conversion process is actually quite easy to go about it. For detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started conforming your own footage in Cinema Tools, watch this free video software tutorial.

How To: Play slides on the ukulele

There's no getting around it: if you want to get good at playing the ukulele or any other instrument, you'll need to practice. Fortunately, the Internet is awash in free uke lessons, like this one from Ukulele Live, which make the task not only easy but fun. This clip, in particular, demonstrates how to perform slides on the uke.

How To: Play hammer-ons and pull-offs on the ukulele

There's no getting around it: if you want to get good at playing the ukulele or any other instrument, you'll need to practice. Fortunately, the Internet is awash in free uke lessons, like this one from Ukulele Live, which make the task not only easy but fun. This clip, in particular, demonstrates how to perform hammer-ons and pull-offs (hammers-on and pulss-off for the highfalutin) on the uke.

How To: Get through airport security quickly

Airport security lines are one of the biggest hassles involved in air travel. Navigating them quickly and successfully can be the difference between making your flight and not. This video offers some tips for how to get through security quickly, including buying airport-security-friendly luggage and packing said luggage in an easy-to-inspect way. Also, don't wrap any gift, as security may want to unwrap them!

How To: Left-hand crochet a small decorative flower

Looking for a quick-and-easy crochet project (and happen to be left-handed)? Make a small decorative flower from yarn with this crafter's guide. While this tutorial is geared toward people already posessing some knowledge of crocheting, beginners should be able to follow along provided they understand the bare essentials. For more information, and to get started making this flower yourself, watch this free video crochet lesson.

How To: Crochet a small decorative flower

Looking for a quick-and-easy crochet project (and happen to be right-handed)? Make a small decorative flower from yarn with this crafter's guide. While this tutorial is geared toward people already posessing some knowledge of crocheting, beginners should be able to follow along provided they understand the bare essentials.

How To: Make a custom Myspace 2.0 layout

One of the great things about Myspace, is the ability to customize the layout on your homepage. It gives you the ability to be as creative as you want and show as much personality without being restricted. So in this tutorial, you'll learn how to make a custom Myspace 2.0 layout using easy to use computer programs. Good luck and enjoy!

How To: Use an Android phone to play music in your car

There are various ways to connect your Android phone to play music in your vehicle. You may be feeling a little left out with all of the devices available for connecting iPods and iPhones, but have no fear! There are plenty of available and easy to use options for your Droid as well. Follow along and start jammin'!

How To: Move files in the Mac OS X Finder using Quicksilver

You might know that Quicksilver is terrific for quickly launching your favorite OS X applications but were you aware that you can also use it to move files from one place to another? It's so easy that this home computing how-to from the folks at CNET TV can present a complete (and somewhat talky) overview of the process in just over a minute's time. For the specifics, watch this handy how-to.

How To: Smooth out shaky video footage in After Effects CS5

Want to fix shaky video after the fact? With After Effects CS5, it's easy. Whether you're new to Adobe's popular motion graphics and compositing software or a seasoned video professional just looking to better acquaint yourself with CS5's new features, you're sure to be well served by this video tutorial. For more information, and to get started stabilizing sub-ideal clips in your own After Effects CS5 projects, watch this free video guide.

How To: Create and use lens flares in Adobe After Effects CS5

Want to add a lens flare effect to a video sequence? With Adobe After Effects CS5, it's quite easy. Whether you're new to Adobe's popular motion graphics and compositing software or a seasoned video professional just looking to better acquaint yourself with CS5's new features, you're sure to be well served by this video tutorial. For more information, and to get started using lens flares in your own AE projects, watch this free video guide.

How To: Create a fireball within Adobe After Effects CS5

Learn how to use After Effects CS5 to create a quick-and-easy fireball effect. Whether you're new to Adobe's popular motion graphics and compositing software or a seasoned video professional just looking to better acquaint yourself with CS5's new features, you're sure to be well served by this video tutorial. For more information, and to get started using this neat trick in your own AE projects, watch this free video guide.

How To: Play Earth, Wind & Fire's Let's Groove Tonight on bass

Looking for a quick video lesson on how to play Earth, Wind & Fire's "Let's Groove Tonight"? It's a pretty easy tune (and consequently one well suited for budding bassists) - there are only two parts to the song and this video provides a thorough breakdown of each. For more information, and to get started playing the bass line from "Let's Groove Tonight" yourself, watch this free video bass tutorial.

How To: Track your Internet bandwidth use for free

Looking for an easy way to meter of your Internet bandwidth usage? This free video tutorial from the folks at CNET TV has got you covered. It details two freeware applications — one for Microsoft Windows, one for Mac OS X — that will help you keep track of your bandwidth usage. For the specifics, and to get started monitoring your own Internet usage, watch this helpful how-to.

How To: Do a side rope braid in two minutes

In this video, learn how to do a quick and super easy rope braid in less than two minutes to spice up a side ponytail and keep your hair out of your face. This look can be worn anytime - it is casual enough for daytime and looks classy enough for the evening. Wherever this hairstyle takes you, have fun!

How To: Create edges and borders in Adobe Photoshop

Want to add a border to your digital image? With Photoshop, it's an easy process. Whether you're new to Adobe's popular image editing software or simply looking to pick up a few new tips and tricks, you're sure to benefit from this free video tutorial from the folks at Britec Computer Systems. This video offers a step-by-step guide on how to add borders and edges to digital images.

How To: Remove photo paper texture from old photos

Want to digitally preserve an old photograph without also preserving the imperfections of the physical photo paper? With Adobe Photoshpo, it's easy. Whether you're new to Adobe's popular image editing software or simply looking to pick up a few new tips and tricks, you're sure to benefit from this free video tutorial from the folks at Britec Computer Systems. This video offers a step-by-step guide on how to remove unwanted physical textures from your digital images.

How To: Easily make rock candy

Rock candy is a fun way to learn about science and make something delicious in the process! In this video, learn how to make rock candy the easy way with a step by step process. Spend a boring weekend creating rock candy and by Monday, you'll be enjoying the fruits of your labor!

How To: Perform a Cool Magician Magic Card Snatch Trick

Ever wonder how magicians can seemingly identify any card? Well, wonder no more! In this tutorial, learn how to identify a spectator's card when they randomly place it mid-pile. This sounds impossible and looks astonishing but, really, it is quite easy. So, follow along with this clip and you will learn all of the inside secrets to perform this trick on your very own.

How To: Do a jumping flame science experiment

This nifty little science experiment is sure to be one that will not only educate, but entertain as well. This tutorial shows you how to do a jumping flame experiment using nothing more than a candle, a flame, and some smoke to help the flame travel. It's perfect for those young and old and is easy to perform. Enjoy!