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How To: Turn an LCD screen into a simple EL (electroluminescent) display

Electroluminescent (EL) materials light up when electricity passes through them, as opposed to more common incandescent lights that respond to heat. EL displays are becoming very popular in advertising and art,but getting them or the materials to make them can be expensive. Watch this video to learn how to turn an LCD into a simple EL display, and also how superglue can be used as a cheap dielectric in this sort of project.

How To: Curl your hair perfectly with a flat iron

In this tutorial, we learn how to curl your hair perfectly with a flat iron. First, brush your hair out and then spray in some heat protector to all of it. From here, you will section your hair off into small sections and then heat up your iron. Now, clamp the iron to the root of the hair and then twist it 180 degrees. Slowly pull the iron down from the hair. The slower you pull the hair, the tighter the curl is going to be. When you release it, curl the hair with the finger and then move on....

How To: Curl your hair with a 1-inch ceramic plate flat iron

In this video, we learn how to curl your hair with a 1-inch ceramic plate flat iron. First, spray heat protector on your hair and plug in your flat iron to heat it up. After it's ready grab the front section of your hair and then put the top of the hair into the iron. From here, you will be able to pull the iron straight down to the bottom of the hair very slowly. When finished, your hair will be in a cute curl! Repeat this process all the way through your hair until you've curled it all and ...

How To: Cook country style green beans

In this video, we learn how to cook country style green beans. To start, you will need to purchase two cans of green beans, it doesn't matter what style you buy, whatever you like. From here, pour the green beans and all the liquid into a sauce pan. Now, add in 1 tbsp oil (whatever kind you like) into the pan along with one packet of Goya ham flavored seasoning. This will season your dish as if 1/4 lb of smoked country ham has been added. Sprinkle this in and then heat it up and stir. When fi...

How To: Make brown sugar cocoa fudge icing

In this video, we learn how to make brown sugar cocoa fudge icing. You will need: 2 c brown sugar, 1 stick butter, 4 tbsp cocoa, 4 tbsp milk, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1 tsp baking soda. To start, mix all the ingredients except the baking soda in a saucepan and mix until well combined. Bring to a boil for one minute then remove from the heat. Add in the baking soda and then beat until the icing is thick. After this, let it cool of and then use it for your cakes or cupcakes! You can also heat...

How To: Make marinara spaghetti sauce

This video shows various ways to create marinara spaghetti sauce. Making marinara sauce takes around thirty minutes if created from scratch. marinara sauce generally contains onion, carrots, sugar, white wine, parsley and bay leaves. The dish is started by heating olive oil in a sauce pan which garlic is added. All of the herbs are then added to the heated olive oil. one can of tomato sauce is then mixed in to complete the last ingredient required. The Sauce must then simmer for thirty minute...

How To: Give yourself loose, casual curls with a curling iron

In this video, we learn how to give yourself loose, casual curls with a curling iron. First, you need to put heat protector in your hair and make sure it's straight enough to curl. After this, break your hair into small sections and heat up a large barrel curling iron. Next, put the curling iron in the section of hair and stop when you reach the root. Hold the curling iron in place for several seconds, then release the hair. When it comes out, it should be a loose curl. If it's too tight, bru...

How To: Solder stainless steel

This video tutorial is in the Electronics category which will show you how to solder stainless steel. For this you will need silver bearing solder. Harris #8 StaBrite is good, but it is expensive. Plumber solder works fine, but make sure it has silver in it. Use Harris Stay Clean liquid flux. All the surfaces have to be clean and sanded. In this video a pipe is being soldered to a metal sheet. Apply some liquid flux to the outside of the pipe to be soldered. Make a neutral flame, heat the pip...

How To: Roast chestnuts in your oven

In this video, we learn how to roast chestnuts in your oven. First, place some cold water in a large pot, then drop in your chestnuts. After this, let these come to a boil after turning the heat on. Once this turns into a roaring boil, turn the heat off and let these sit for 20 minutes. After this, turn the oven on to 425 degrees. From here, drain the nuts in the sink but don't dry them. Place them onto a baking dish with foil and then place them in the oven for 25-30 minutes. When finished, ...

How To: Make chocolate covered strawberries for dessert

In this video, we learn how to make chocolate covered strawberries for dessert. First you will wash your strawberries and then thoroughly dry them as well. After this, you will take two squeeze bottles from a craft store and fill them half way through with two different kinds of decorating chocolate. Then, heat up a double boiler and heat up chocolate candy melts. Then, melt the two craft bottles in the hot water from the double boiler. Now, dip the strawberries into the chocolate and place t...

How To: Make homemade laundry detergent

In this tutorial, we learn how to make homemade laundry detergent. To make this, you will need: 6 c water, 1/3 bar grated laundry soap, 1/2 c washing soda, and 1/2 c borax. To start, you will heat up the water and the soap in a large pan until it's all dissolved. Then, you will stir in the rest of the ingredients and mix until it's all dissolved as well. From here, boil the mixture for 15 minutes and then remove from the heat. Then, you will add this to cold water so you have 2 gallons of soa...

How To: Get wavy hair with a wide-toothed comb and no heat

In this tutorial, we learn how to get wavy hair with a wide-toothed comb and no heat. First, spray some waving product all over your hair and then comb it out. From here, you will combine the top half of your hair and then twist it into a bun. After this, clip it to your hair with a bobby pin. After this, grab the right side of the hair and then twist it up into the head. From here, you will repeat the process on the other side of your hair. Leave this in your hair overnight and then take out...

How To: Flat iron your American Girl doll's hair

In this video, we learn how to flat iron your American Girl doll's hair. First, heat up your flat iron on the lowest heat setting it has. Now, brush your doll's hair so it doesn't have any lumps or bumps in it. Clip the to of the hair up and then take a small section from the bottom of the head. Then, squirt some water on the hair until it's wet. Comb through the hair and then run the flat iron through the hair very quickly. Run it through again if needed, then continue on to other sections i...

How To: Unload and repack bisque pottery from a kiln

In this video, we learn how to unload and repack bisque pottery from a kiln. First, take the top off and then take out the smaller pots from the larger ones and set aside. Then, remove the large ones and set aside as well. When you are re-loading this, you will place in the large ones first. Then, place the smaller pots in the large ones if they fit. Squeeze the small ones around where you can. Stacking some into each other is fine. Turn this on for around 30 minutes on low heat, then you can...

How To: Make caramel popcorn

In this tutorial, we learn how to make caramel popcorn. You will need: popcorn popper with popcorn kernels, large bowl, 1 cube butter, 2.5 c brown sugar, 1 c corn syrup, and 1 can condensed milk First, place all the ingredients into a pan and turn it up to high heat. Stir this up, then continue to stir not leaving it at all while it's cooking. Now, you will take this off of the heat and pour it over the popcorn that you have already popped. Do small amounts at a time, tossing the popcorn as y...

How To: Make Alaskan king crab legs

In this tutorial, we learn how to make Alaskan king crab legs. You will need: 1 lb crab meat, 1 dice medium onion, 5 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 c dry white wine, 1 lightly beaten egg, 2 tbsp mayo, 2 c panko bread crumbs, salt, pepper, and olive oil. First, heat up the olive oil in a skillet, then add onions and saute. After this, add in the garlic, then add in the dry white wine. Bring to a simmer, then turn off and set aside to cool. Then pour in bowl with crab meat and add in egg, mayo, salt...

How To: Make marinated grilled king crab legs

In this video, we learn how to make marinated grilled king crab legs. First, heat up 1/4 c butter in a pan, then add in some lemon juice and dried parsley. Mix all of these together in the pan until it's all combined then add in some Dijon mustard to taste. Now, pour this into a bowl and then brush it over your king crab meat. Grill the meat over high heat and then let it grill for a few minutes. When it's finished, brush the marinade over the meat once more and then serve with your favorite ...

How To: Make gravy with a quick and easy recipe

In this tutorial, we learn how to make gravy with a quick and easy recipe. First, grab a 1/2 stick of butter and melt it in a saucepan. After this, turn the heat down to medium and add three spoonfuls of flour. Stir this together until well combined, smashing out any lumps. Now, add 1 c of chicken broth by slowly stirring into the saucepan. Wait for this to heat up, then spoon out 1 c of drippings out of whatever meat you have cooked. Once your saucepan mixture has gotten thicker, slowly stir...

How To: Make a broccoli quiche for breakfast

In this tutorial, we learn how to make a broccoli quiche for breakfast. You will need: 12 oz chopped broccoli, 2 tsp oil, 8 large eggs, 1/2 c shredded cheese, chopped green chilies, 1/2 c cottage cheese, salt, pepper, and 1 chopped green onion. First, pre-heat the oven to 30 degrees, then add oil to pan on medium heat. Then, add in onions and coat a pie dish with oil. Next, add in green chilies, spring onions, and broccoli to the pan. Cook for 3 minutes, then place into pie dish. Add the salt...

How To: Curl hair using a straightener or flat iron

In this video, we learn how to curl hair using a straightener or flat iron. First, you will want to heat up your straightener in its highest setting, then spray heat protector in the hair. After this, take small sections of the hair, then place the straightener 3" down from the top. Twist the iron and then pull down straight through the hair, stopping just short of the bottom. When finished, you will have a nice and loose curl. Continue to do this throughout the entire head of hair, then spra...

How To: Cook stir fried praws with curry powder and eggs

In this video, we learn how to cook stir fried prawns with curry powder and eggs. You will need: fresh prawns peeled and deveined, ginger, garlic, black pepper paste, curry powder, white sugar, spring onions, onions, red chilies, two fresh eggs, roasted chili paste, chili paste oil, soy sauce, and oyster sauce. First, crack two eggs in a bowl, then add in the soy sauce, curry powder, sugar, oyster sauce, milk, and red chili paste. Beat this together, then heat up a wok on medium heat and add ...

How To: Dye yarn with Kool-Aid

In this video, we learn how to dye yarn with Kool-Aid. First, take two chairs and wrap yarn around them as tight as possible to keep them from getting tangled up. Then, place in a bath of lukewarm water for ten minutes. After this, grab packets of Kool Aid the color you want your yarn to be. Now, take the yarn out of the water and squeeze out any excess water. After this, mix up the Kool Aid and place it into individual jars for each color. Next, place the jars in a large pot of water and the...

How To: Get bouncy curls with braided headband

In this video, we learn how to get bouncy curls with a braided headband. First, you will need to spray heat protector on your hair before you put heat on it. Next, you will take small sections of your hair and wrap your hair around it, then pull straight down. Once you do this to the entire head, style as you prefer with your hands. Next tease the hair to give it volume, then spray hair spray on the entire head. Next, you will need to braid underneath your on both sides, then wrap it around t...

How To: Get super curls like Kim Kardashian

In this video, we learn how to get super curls like Kim Kardashian. First, apply heat protector to your hair, then heat up your curling iron. Next, take small sections of your hair and place them into your curling iron. Leave the hair in the curling iron for several seconds, or until the hair is hot. Next, drop the hair out of the curling iron, then brush out with your fingers and spray hair spray onto it. Continue to do this in sections around your entire head until all your hair is curled. ...

How To: Create bouncy curls with a flat iron

In this video, we learn how to create bouncy curls with a flat iron. Start off by applying heat protector to your entire head of hair, then heat up your flat iron. Next, grab a small section of your hair (as small as you want to curls to be) and place the flat iron inside the top, then twist the iron 180 degrees and pull the hair straight down. When it reaches the bottom, the hair should be completely curled. To make a tighter curl, use smaller sections of hair and leave the iron in longer. C...

How To: Cook dry beans step by step

In this tutorial, we learn how to cook dry beans, step by step. First, rinse and soak the beans in water for 6 hours. When this finished, heat up oil and add in carrots, onion, garlic, and celery in a large pot. Next, add the beans to the pot and cover everything with water by an inch, then bring it to a boil and cover. After this has boiled, reduce the heat and let simmer for one to two more hours. When the beans are finished and tender, sprinkle salt over them then serve while hot in a bowl...