You'll feel a sense of great victory once you've completed a set of victory rolls because they sure are hard to do! But don't let the difficulty level of this retro '40s and '50s hairstyle deter you from creating one of the most romantic looks we've ever laid eyes on.
Elaborate hairstyles are great for those days when we want to feel glam, but what about mornings when you're running late and low on time or you just don't want to wake up earlier in the morning to insert velcro rollers in your hair?
Martha Stewart famously won't put any foods in her mouth unless they're fresh from her own garden, and most other dedicated cooks and foodies probably feel the same way. Fresh always tastes better, hands down. So if you're lucky enough to have a small garden attached to your house and are growing corn, check out this food video to learn how to harvest your hard work.
We love bohemian hairstyles: The loose, beachy waves, pretty curls, and sprinkling of braids look princessy and oh so feminine. But when you have to get up at 5 AM in the morning to get ready for school it's not as easy to muster up the patience to plait, pin up, and curl your hair.
When it comes to back to school, you probably already have enough on your plate as it is to think about. From new books to new classes to new crushes, you're probably feeling overwhelmed by the kick off of the school year.
There are more ways to show your team pride for the Cincinatti Bengals than by painting your hair orange and drawing tacky orange and black tiger motifs on your face. If your urge is to paint your face to root for your favorite team on game day, then check out this makeup tutorial to learn how to paint your face the natural, flattering way.
In this video, we learn how to play piano using piano legato and staccato techniques. These techniques are when you do not have any break in how you are playing, it all flows smoothly. You want to create a feeling of symmetry with the music so it all flows together seamlessly. To practice this, you will use one hand on the piano keys and play from A going to C. One you have done this, pay attention to your finger placement and then practice with the other hand. As you memorize this, you will ...
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a vector art palm tree in CorelDraw X4. Start off in the CorelDraw program and create the base of the tree with a drawing tool in black. After this, draw small triangles inside of the base of the tree and then draw the leaves and branches of the palm tree. Fill this in with small spikes and then erase the middle nodes. From here, use a shaping tool to make the spikes on the palm tree more rounded and lifelike. After you do this, start to color in the ent...
In this video, we learn how to hold a hook and yarn in crochet. First, grab your hook at the thumb grip. Then, practice how you like to hold your hook so it feels most comfortable with your hand. After this, grab your yarn and wrap it around the hook, placing tension in the string. To do this, wrap it around your pinkie then your pointer. Then, hold in between the thumb and middle finger. After this, you will be able to place the hook in the yarn easily to start out your stitch. After this, s...
There's nothing more refreshing than biting into a scintillating Jerk chicken salad marinated with a hot and spicy sauce of black pepper, scallions, orange juice, and...rum? That's right, rum will add the perfect zing of flavor to this salad.
Black Suit Spidey, on the hunt for a fragment, and running out of options. That is, until he stumbles into an over electrified power station. You guessed it, it's Electro, and he's feeling a little more...juiced up than usual, and he's got a fragment. Guess it's up to Spidey to save the day again, all in a days work. In this video you will get a full walkthrough of the entire chapter along with the final boss fight.
We love songs played on the ukelele because the instrument always makes the tunes sound lighter, brighter, and makes us feel like we're lounging around a beach in Maui with a margarita in hand. If you're a ukelele player looking for a fun new song to try, check out this ukelele tutorial for playing "Santeria" by Sublime.
Sloppy Joes, an American classic. Fed to more kids in more cafeteria's around the nation than anything else, besides those cardboard pizzas (ick). If you want to make one, don't run out to the store and buy the pre-made stuff, make your own! It'll taste a lot better and you will still feel the same nostalgia you would if you bought the canned stuff! In this great video you will watch as she shows you how to prepare the sauce and the meats into a delicious lunch item straight from your childhood!
In this tutorial, we learn how to play "You Belong With Me" by Taylor Swift on guitar. The four chords you will need for this song are: D, A, E minor, and G. You will play these chords in that order when you play the song, to match the verse in the beginning. You can vary this up if you have a guitar that doesn't have steps, but stick with these if you don't. Play these chords to hear what it sounds like, then add in the lyrics as you go to get a feel for the song. Once you reach the end, you...
In this video, we, learn how to play "The Trooper" by Iron Maiden on electric guitar. First, practice the rhythm so you get a feel for the song. The first riff will be: E, B, G, D, A, and E. The second riff will be the same, except you will start to play it faster. You will also want to switch between a higher and lower chord as you continue to play the song. Keep playing the riffs until you reach the end of the song. Make sure you have your fingers on the correct chords as you play, then enj...
In this video, we learn how to dance the tango promenade with Homer and Cristina Ladas. The pattern to learn how to dance this you will start in an open body and use both your upper body and hips for a close and open embrace technique. There are several techniques, including stepping and turning over that can be learned while doing this. Do which of the techniques that feel more comfortable for you to do. When you start out, you will be holding the partner close, then as you continue the danc...
In this video, we learn how to play "Sitting, Waiting Wishing" by Jack Johnson. Start of on an A, then A7, the rhythm will be fast paced and go from up to down while playing. Now move to the G, F7, C, C7, A7, G, G7, F7, and C7 chords. As you continue to keep playing the song, you will keep the same rhythm all throughout the entire song. Play the entire song without lyrics first, so you can get a feel of where your fingers go. Then, add in the lyrics and speed up or slow down the song to fit i...
In this video, we learn how to practice fingerpicking with basic fingerstyle exercises. First, position your fingers so the third is picking the thinnest, the second is picking the second, and the third is picking the third. The thumb should be picking the thickest string on the guitar. Now, start to pick going from your thumb down to the bottom finger. You may have to look at your fingers as you go down, but once you have practiced this, you will get a feel of how to play. When you fingerpic...
In this video, we learn how to perform an intermediate turn combo. Start a preparation, then start to turn on eight count. Open up into second position on one, then plea on two. Open the arms high on the third count, then plea on four. Open in second position on five, then double pirouette and turn in. After this, for the eighth count you will land out with arms to the side slightly raised. Practice doing these movements individually, then when you feel comfortable, start to do them in one fl...
In this video, we learn how to ask a girl out when you're shy. First, you need to get yourself a wing man. The right wing man should be in a relationship already or not interested in the girl you want. Make sure he is normal and brings people together, and isn't too hot. Let him do the talking for you and make the introductions with the girl at the bar. Shy can sometimes be mistaken as mysterious, so use this to your advantage. Feel confident even if you are shy and know that you are going to...
Do you remember making the paper hat boats when you were a kid? Want to feel like a kid again? Or just looking for something to do with those old 2 liter bottles? Make a bottle boat! And heck, why not throw on a radio control feature while you're at it! Your childhood wasn't this cool! This video will show you all of the steps that you need to take to get your deadly vessel together and how to assemble the radio control feature as well!
Hold your moolah in style using this duct tape wallet. Leave your friends with their Dior clutches and fancy business wallets - this duct tape wallet is SO much cooler! Featuring a woven pattern, you can weave two duct tapes in whatever colors suit your fancy.
Cambodia has had a troubled history, especially over the last 40 years, and as such medical professionals for more developed countries have often felt compelled to journey there and serve the needy. If you are already doing so or preparing to, or work in a community with a Khmer-speaking population, this video could be of help to you. It will teach you all sorts of useful medical technology in the most popular language in the country, Khmer. This should greatly improve you communication with ...
Did you hear about the latest Facebook feature? It's called Facebook Places, and it works like any location-sharing app, with one big difference. You can check yourself into a location, and others can also check you in as well. Feeling a little freaked out? No worries; in this video, you'll be shown how to disable Facebook Places and preserve your privacy a bit.
Hairy sisters of the world don't have it easy, and we feel your pain. From plucking those pesky toe hairs to seeing your threader on a twice monthly basis, getting rid of the bushiness that is your body is one big pain in the ass...and wallet. If you're paying for enough hair removal treatments to rival Big Foot, save some money by making your own hair removal wax.
We love the way spritzing on our favorite perfume before we got out for a night on the town makes us feel instantly sexier and more confident. But we don't love how those charming vanilla notes fade after just half an hour or so.
If your son or daughter is planning on making a diorama for a classroom project or just because, making a cool water feature can be a great idea. Using real water may be fine and all, but if you want to prevent any kind of mess from happening, you can build one using materials that give a water like feel. So in this tutorial, you'll be finding out how to make a diorama waterfall from scratch. It's great for dioramas and is sure to be a much better fit than actual water. So good luck and enjoy!
In this tutorial, we learn how to massage the feet with Vicky Letch. You want to start off by rubbing oil on your hands and on the foot as well. Bring your hands from the top of the toes going down to the ankle, then bring your hands back up. Cup the foot so there is one hand on the top of the foot and one on the bottom. Next, use your fingers to massage the bottom of the toes and along the top and bottom ridges of the foot. Work gently to avoid any sensitive areas and muscles. Use your knuck...
In this video, we learn how to communicate with a dog in their own language. First, you will learn common signals that dogs use to calm down other dogs. Dogs offer each other signals constantly and when you start to recognize these you can start to see what your dog is thinking and feeling. Dog thinks they are being obvious and don't understand you don't know you don't understand what they are trying to tell you. The first signal is soft and slow eye blinks. The second is looking away, the th...
If you grow herbs in your backyard, you may not realize how versatile some of the herbs may be. Of course they can be used to prepare food and add a certain spice or flavor, but they can also be used to prepare tea as well.
If your kitchen needs to a face lift, the most common, and expensive, area to work on are the cabinets. Cabinets can give a certain feel to the room depending on what the style may be. Taking out cabinets from an existing kitchen may be easy, but installing them can be a bit more difficult.
If you're interested in changing the look of your home, as well as add value to it as well, the floors are a great place to start. Carpet, tiles, laminate flooring can all be great options, but hardwood flooring is always a smart option. Hardwood floors deliver a certain look and feel that may not be attainable by other flooring options and can make any home look new.
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw manga shoes. First, you want to sketch the basic shape of the foot. On top of this, you will draw a rough shoe shape with a different colored pencil. Next, draw in the details of where the laces are going to go, and where the lip of the shoe will be. Also draw in the soles and any other details you feel you need. Switch over to a black pencil to draw in darker details and add in shading throughout the drawing. When you are done, sign your name by your dr...
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a daffodil for St. David's Day. Start off by drawing a circle to measure out where all of the different petals are going to go, then draw a circle in the middle you know where the middle will go. Next, start to draw out the petals onto the circle. After this, draw the middle of the daffodil with the seeds that are in the middle. After this, draw the lines that are in the middle of the leaves. You might want to use a real flower for a reference picture on...
In this tutorial, we learn how to make mozzarella cheese. First, add sea salt to water, then add in cheese curd. Now you will need to work the cheese with gloves over your hands. Start to knead your cheese until you form it in ball shapes and it feels like it's elastic. After you do this, rub the cheese and get any bumps out that are still inside of it.To store this, stretch it onto a piece of plastic wrap, then tie a string around in small balls to cut out smaller pieces of the cheese. When ...
In this video, we learn how to draw Hamtaro. Start off by drawing the large head, followed by the body and the ears. After this, draw the arms and legs onto the character. Next, outline the drawing in a darker pen, then add in additional details. Draw on the eyes, nose, and pupils. Don't forget to draw on the paws and feel as well as lines to make it look like fur. To finish up this picture, you will need to add colors to the hamster. You can go with the traditional colors, or change them up ...
There's nothing like taking a nice, relaxing bike ride during anytime of the year. Not only do you feel more in touch with your surroundings, but you're able to burn some calories as well. But all the joy and happiness that it brings can quickly be sucked away by a flat tire.
Michael Weisner teaches us how to draw an adorable little puppy in this tutorial. Start out by drawing the outline of the dog, drawing in all the details as well as the body. After you have the base done, grab a Sharpie and start to draw the top of the head and the ears. Make lines on the top to make it look like the dog has fur and don't forgot the eyes and nose on the face. After this, trace out the rest of the body, including the front and back paws. Make sure to add in any shading you fee...
Dina teaches us how to do the Turkish get up exercise with a kettlebell in this tutorial. You want to start off on the ground dong stretches to get your body prepared for this. After you are ready, you will grab the kettlebell and start to do various exercises that work all the different parts of your body. You will need to make sure you maintain control of your muscles while you are doing this, so you have the best results when you are finished and you don't pull a muscle. Do different arm a...
In this video, we learn how to make a gift Christmas jar with Stampin' Up! First, take any type of jar you want to collect money in. After this, rinse out the inside and remove the labels off of the bottle and measure them. Now, take a piece of card stock and cut it out to make the length of the label from the bottle. Now, decorate the bottle with different Christmas decorations and then tape it onto the jar or bottle. Next, add on different types of felt cut outs to the jar as well. To finis...
