In this video tutorial, we learn how to perform the "Infinity Mirror" magic trick. For more information about the trick and its execution, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started incorporating this trick into your own routines, watch this free video magic lesson.
This free video science lesson from Northern Kentucky University demonstrates a simple experiment for comparing the density of ice—frozen water—to vegetable oil. For all of the relevant details, including a list of necessary materials, full step-by-step instructions, and a complete demonstration of the experiment itself, take a look.
Make an authentic piece of Roman armor! You will need quite a lot of metalworking tools, including hammers, drills and rivets. But if you have access to a workshop and the raw materials, you can make a replica of classic Roman armor, the lorica segmentata.
Become a blacksmith in your spare time! You don't need a complicated setup to start forging your own iron nails. This video shows you how to make your own microforge using a fire brick, a few pieces of hardware and a fuel sorce. Now all you need is the raw materials!
You can make a laser diode driver extremely inexpensively - the materials in this tutorial cost less than three dollars in total. Find out what to buy, and then this tutorial shows you how to assemble your purchases for a laser diode. Awesome!
There are a lot of different kinds of lighsabers in the Star Wars films. Almost every character who has one has a different one. Thus, there are many different ways to make a replica lightsaber for Halloween or as a prop. Watch this video to learn how to use two different designs to make your own lightsaber prop out of hardware store materials for about $15.
Copper is one of the many material that looks it's best after it's aged for a while. If you don't want to wait five years for your copper to develop that perfect patina, watch this video to learn how you can use ammonium chloride to age copper at home.
Carpenter Ants are no good for the structure of a house, but they can be deal with without hiring exterminators. Watch this video to learn what materials you need and how to use them to kill your infestation and prevent another one.
Jason Voorhees single-handedly terrified millions of American children away from ever going to summer camp, and his iconic mask can still send people running to this day. This video will show you how to can quickly and easily make your own Friday the 13th Jason Voorhees mask out of papier mache and other materials. It looks good, and should be quite comfortable by mask standards.
Hemp jewelry is crunchy granola chic no matter how you style it. Made of rustic, slightly frayed natural hemp and adorned with natural materials like seashells and wood beads, hemp jewelry is as surfer chic as you can get.
The success of a woodworking or carpentry project is often dependent on being able to pick and use the right drill bit. Drill bits come all sorts of styles, sizes and materials. Pick the right bit for your project and budget.
Oh no! You're lost in the wilderness without an adequate survival shelter! Protect yourself from inclement weather by using soil, clay, mud and other materials found in nature to build your own mud hut for protection from the elements.
Adding a skylight to your home can not only be a great way to bring light into your home, but also a smart investment. That is, if you are able to install one properly. Installing a skylight is no easy task and require hard work and the appropriate materials to do so.
In this tutorial, we learn how to create an erupting volcano. First, take ammonium dichromate and pour it into a clear plastic dish. Next, grab a blow torch and blow it onto the material. This will make a substance that is black and looks like ash. This will get messy, so make sure you have a newspaper or cloth underneath the dish. Eventually, the material will catch on fire so you can remove the blow torch, then the ash will fall all around the volcano and the sparks will fly out of the midd...
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to make a box out of used plastic bottles. This task is very simple, fast and easy to do. The materials required for this task are 2 plastic bottles and a zipper. Begin by cutting off the bottom of both plastic bottles. Now glue the zipper on both of the bottom pieces and glue the bottom pieces together. Then zip the bottom pieces together. This video will benefit those viewers who enjoy making arts and crafts and recycling material, and would like to...
If you've recently had someone or finished installing a paver pation in your front or backyard, the job may not be over. To make sure you get the job done right, you're going to have to add something that will make sure the paver will stand for a long time and will look good as well.
One activity (perfect for Father's Day) to do with your children is making cards. The card in this video is a "shirt and tie" greeting card that's perfect to make with you children. To make this paper kids crafts shirt and tie card, you'll need to have a few materials: colored paper, 2 buttons, glue and scissors.
Okay, so you're probably wondering, first of all, what the heck a TYVEK bag is. Well, dear viewer, TYVEK is a high-density polyethylene blend of fibers that's lightweight and opaque.
In this clip, get quick tips to enhance your breakfast party. In this clip, learn all about decorating with a light, morning theme so that your guests will feel at home.
Making traps is a lost art. Landmines are facing international condemnation, hunting is barely allowed anywhere. There just aren't that many reason to make them anymore. But don't let that stop you! This video will teach you how to make a double spring snare trap using only basic wilderness materials. Hopefully you'll catch more rabbits this way than Elmer Fudd did.
Due to the current bohemian/indie trend in music, film, and fashion, vintage and recycled wares are in high demand and sell like hotcakes in many stores. But don't waste your hard-earned money on overpriced vintage goods when you have the materials lying around the house to make them yourself.
Learn to apply custom bumpmap textures and materials to 3D models in your swift 3D scenes. Whether you're new to Electric Rain's popular Flash-oriented 3D modeler or just looking to better acquaint yourself with the program, you're sure to find much of value from this free video software tutorial. For more information, including a complete walkthrough of the process, watch this web developer's guide.
If you don't know what votive candles are, they're basically prayer candles that are used to offer votive. They're usually small short candles or tall ones. In this tutorial, you'll be finding out how to make these candles using easy to obtain materials. It will save you money on buying some and also give you a little project to work on. Enjoy!
Crocheting is a hobby that has been around for years and years. It's a very useful practice that can be used to make material that is necessary like blankets or shirts. In this video tutorial, you'll find out howt o make a crocheted edge fleece blanket using this easy to follow instructional video. So check it out and good luck!
Buying beans in a can is fine and all, but making beans from scratch can be a healthier option and can sometimes taste better. In this video tutorial, you'll find out how to make delicoous pinto beans from scratch using some easy to follow tips. It'a healthier option that using cans, that can contain more sodium and unhealthy materials.
Leaving rabbits outside can be a great way for them to be exposed to the outdoors and recieve the excercise they may need. But it can be dangerous, especially if there are wild animals around the area. In this ttutorial you'll find out how to build a rabbit box using some easy to get material. Good luck and enjoy!
There's nothing like a delicious chuck roast during a long day at work. But if you're interested in making it in a different form, this may be what you need. In this video tutorial, you'll find out how to can chuck roast with brown gravy using jars and a canner. So check it out, get the materials ready, adn good luck!
Using felt or another thick fabric for your current sewing project? Need to reinforce the edge of a thick material? You will then need the blanket stitch! In this tutorial, learn how to sew a blanket stitch the correct way.
This handy video for the DIY duct tape enthusiast teaches you how to make a fun, quick, easy flashlight holder out of that most versatile of materials: duct tape. The presenter in this video uses the flash new zebra-patterned duct tape, but you can use the more basic grey if you want to save money and go with a more restrained look.
Have you seen the Addidas JS Wings kicks? They are sick, done in gold sheen with removable wings attached to make you look a little more like Mercury. If you don't have $175 dollars to drop on these kicks, this video from Threadbangers will teach you how to make your own pair of shoe-wings at home out of simple materials, giving you all the style of the real deal without giving up a two days pay.
Wearing white pants can be tricky; Many times white pants are not flattering to the body. However, they are a great option to choose from in the summer or springtime to match the light & bright color season. In this video, get some great tips on how to wear white pants: what material, fit, and occasion they are suitable for.
Get creative this holiday season and make your own Christmas wreaths! Stop buying Christmas decorations when you can make these items the DIY way: Yourself! In this video, watch as one crafty person demonstrates how to make a homemade Christmas wreath with vines and other materials from a backyard for no cost!
Are your wreaths looking a tad shabby? Make your own Christmas wreaths this holiday season with help from Mary Fletcher Jones and materials readily available at any Michael's craft store. To complete this beautiful wreath, you will need the following items:
Make a beautiful pair of earrings with help from this video from Silver Land Jewelry! Get started using Swarovski crystal in your jewelry makings to add a special and sparkly touch! Add a new pair of earrings to your jewelry collection for only the cost of materials with help from this DIY jewelry making tutorial.
Are you struggling to get mom a unique gift this Mother's Day? Do you always get her flowers or chocolates? Break out of the "same old, same old" and make a decorative tin for mom shown here in this video. By picking up just a few materials from your local craft store, you'll be one step closer to creating the best homemade gift mom has ever received!
Want to lay a hardwood floor yourself? It's easy. Provided, that is, you have all of the following materials: wood panels (preferably with built-in foam underlay), plastic sheeting, duct tape, tapping blocks, a hammer, a crowbar, a straight edge, a miter square, a pencil, string line, some spacers, and a saw. For complete instructions on putting it all together and installing your own custom wooden floor using panels, watch this free DIY guide.
Looking for your next accessory project? Look no further. With this jewelry maker's guide, you'll learn how to a custom large-link chain and chunky glass pearl necklace with a feminine twist. For more information, including a complete list of necessary materials and a step-by-step breakdown of the fabrication process, watch this free video tutorial.
Looking for an easy way to cut out a large hole from a plank of wood or a sheet of plastic or metal? A holesaw (also styled hole saw) might be just the right tool for the job. For a complete overview of how to use a holesaw-type circular saw to carve holes into your materials, watch this free video handyman's how-to.
In this how to video, you will learn how to create a little chick with punches. You will need a 1 3/4 circle punch, a 1 1/2 circle punch, a 1 1/2 circle scallop punch, and a small square punch. You will also need a pink and yellow material to cut from. Cut out one piece from the 1 3/4, one from the 1 1/2 circle, and two pieces from the 1 1/2 scallop circle. Take one piece of the scallop and take the 1 3/4 punch and punch the side out. Take the punched piece and place it on to of the other sca...
Have more paracord than you know what to do with? If so, and if you're interested in storing it in a creative, esthetically-pleasing fashion (that is completely without any sort of material utility) then the paracord knot balls outlined in this video are for you! Tie some with this free video lesson.
