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How To: Choose a prop gun for your indie film

One of the long-standing problems of guerilla and indie filmmakers is the quest for exactly what kind of prop gun to use in their films. To help guide you through this quest, Mat Nastos takes a look at all of the options open to filmmakers, including blank firing guns, Airsoft guns, Japanese Model Guns, Real Action Markers and even firing blank loads with real guns. Check out this instructional prop video to learn how to choose a prop gun that's right for your film.

How To: Origami a paper crow

Not sure what to origami today? Watch these two how to videos to learn how to fold a crow out of origami paper. Give Japanese origami folding a try with this how to video tutorial on folding a crow, use black paper if you'd like.

How To: Origami a paper fish

Not sure what to origami today? Watch this how to video to learn how to fold a fish out of origami paper. Give Japanese origami folding a try with this how to video tutorial on folding a garden fish.

How To: Origami a duck

Not sure what to origami today? Watch this how to video to learn how to fold a duck out of origami paper. Give Japanese origami folding a try with this how to video tutorial on folding a garden duck.

How To: Origami a paper fortune teller

Not sure what to origami today? How about something that predicts the future or just about anything else you want? Watch this how to video to learn how to fold a fortune teller out of origami paper. Give Japanese origami folding a try with this how to video tutorial on folding a classic childhood toy, the fortune teller.

How To: Fold an origami snail

Not sure what to origami today? Watch this how to video to learn how to fold a snail out of origami paper. Give Japanese origami folding a try with this how to video tutorial on folding a garden snail.

How To: Origami a paper bra

This is an instructional video on how to fold an origami bra. Origami is the traditional Japanese art of paper folding to make just about any shape imaginable. All you need is a single square of paper towel. Watch this video origami tutorial and learn how to fold a paper bra. Just don't try to use it.

How To: Gather tools for building miniatures

Here are some of necessary the tools for hobby crafting and diorama making. This model maker uses wood rasps, sanding pencils, wire cutters, small pliers, a box cutter, a wood carving knife, and a Japanese pull saw. When building miniatures you may find yourself making your own tools or finding useful sculpting aids around the house. Occasionally, a wood burning gun can help you achieve detail for tiny window shutters and other fine work.

How To: Paint shrimp with sumi-e ink

This video painting tutorial shows how to paint a shrimp in Sumi-e ink. The Sumi-e ink painting process is a traditional Japanese painting technique from the Niigata prefecture, demonstrated here with a stone ink well. Learn how to paint a shrimp by watching this instructional video.

How To: Paint cows and bulls in sumi-e ink

This video painting tutorial shows how to paint cows and bulls in Sumi-e ink. The Sumi-e ink painting process is a traditional Japanese painting technique from the Niigata prefecture, demonstrated here with a stone ink well. Learn how to paint cows and bulls by watching this instructional video.

How To: Paint Mt. Fuji with sumi-e ink

This video painting tutorial shows how to paint Mount Fuji in Sumi-e ink. The Sumi-e ink painting process is a traditional Japanese painting technique from the Niigata prefecture, demonstrated here with a stone ink well. Learn how to paint Mount Fuji by watching this instructional video.

How To: Paint a koi carp in Sumi-e ink

This video painting tutorial shows how to paint a koi carp in Sumi-e ink. The Sumi-e ink painting process is a traditional Japanese painting technique from the Niigata prefecture, demonstrated here with a stone ink well. Learn how to paint a koi carp fish by watching this instructional video.

How To: Make an origami Pikachu from Pokemon

This video origami tutorial shows how to used the traditional Japanese art of paper folding to make Pikachu from Pokemon. I've seen Pikachu tattoos, but this is a slightly less fanatical way to bring a little Pokemon fun into your life. Learn how to fold an origami Pikachu by watching this instructional video.

How To: Origami the Dummies Books logo man

Origami expert Nick Robinson will show you how to fold the famous 'Dummies Man' head- all you need is a square of paper! This video has been produced to celebrate the release of Origami Kit For Dummies. Learn how to use the traditional Japanese art of origami to fold the 'for Dummies' books logo man by watching this instructional video.

How To: Origami a flower stem

This video origami tutorial shows how to use the Japanese art of paper folding to create a flower stem. Learn how to make this lovely leaf and stem to accompany any origami flower. This model will stand up on its own. Follow along with this instructional video and fold your own.

How To: Origami a dollar bill into a heart

You probably owe someone a dollar, and show them some extra thanks by giving back folded up into a heart. Learn how to use the traditional Japanese art of origami to fold up a dollar bill into the shape of a heart. Any denomination works if you're feeling extra generous.

How To: Make origami crane earrings

This video jewelry-making tutorial shows how to make these origami crane earrings. You will need tiny origami paper, crimping beads, crystals, earring findings, and jewelry wire. Learn how to fold a crane using the traditional Japanese art of origami and craft it into earrings by watching this video jewelry-making tutorial.

How To: Origami a $100 shirt

This video origami tutorial shows how to fold any paper money bill, whether a dollar bill, $100 bill, or a 20 Euro note, into a t-shirt. Learn how to use the Japanese art of origami to fold a fun money shirt. It may be worth more than any t-shirt you already won!

How To: Cook steak teriyaki

Steak teriyaki is a lovely twist on the classical steak that is just a little sweet. Learn a fantastic Japanese way of cooking from this how-to video. Start preparing it ten or fifteen minutes after you've taken your steak out of the fridge. This is easy to make and impressive at the same time.

How To: Origami a tetrahedron

Are you interested in the Japanese art of paper folding, Origami? Watch this video tutorial to learn how to origami a piece of paper into a triangular pyramid, also known as a tetrahedron This technique is also great for making a triangle for other origami models.

How To: Make sushi rice like a pro

No matter what type of sushi you like, every sushi has that sticky rice. In this video, Chef Le Miu shows you how to make sushi rice, starting with washing Japanese rice (not America rice) to adding sushi vinegar. This video is a must for anyone who wants to cook their own sushi.

How To: Make paper flower ornaments

This video demonstrates how to make gorgeous paper flower ornaments for home decoration, special occasions, or gifts. These are made using Japanese papers, and f you hang them in the window, the light reflects through the translucent paper. You can even use them to hold photos!

How To: Play Shogi

Shogi is Japanese chess. It is a unique game of strategy. Captured pieces can be replayed and most pieces can be promoted when entering the opponent's territory.

How To: Make a kitten from folded paper with origami

Looking to add specimens to your paper menagerie? Make a folded-paper kitten (neko) with origami, the traditional Japanese art of paper folding. This free origami video lesson presents complete instructions for making your own cats from a sheet of folded paper. For more information, and to get started making your own paper kittens, take a look!