Who could forget the spectacular conclusion to the "Back to the Future" trilogy? The scene where Marty and Doc Brown use a train to push the DeLorean to 88 miles an hour so Marty can return to the 1980s has become iconic. With this tutorial, you can recreate the scene in miniature using fairly inexpensive props.
These paper mache techniques are solid and will help you with other paper mache projects. (In case you don't want to make a paper mache watermelon).
If you're interested in creating a dosimeter using simple tools, take a look at this video. Using a digital camera, a plastic scintillator, and some tape a radiation dosimeter can be crafted allowing for radiation information to be collected with simple materials.
Wondering how to build a secret door using pistons in Minecraft? Watch this video tutorial to learn how to use redtsone and pistons to build a secret door. This video will explain how the door works and what materials to use.
The xylophone is one of the most universal musical instruments, with variations existing in cultures throughout the globe. Build your own xylophone by following the instructions shown in this helpful video. You can make a xylophone out of found or recycled materials like wood or glass.
Looking to demonstrate that you're an upwardly mobile Minecrafter? Then there's no better investment for you than to build your own treehouse. Watch this video to learn how to build an awesome treehouse in Minecraft. This video explains which materials to use and how to use them.
If you want to build houses and other advanced structures in Terraria, you'll need to first be able to build doors. Watch this video for a quick tutorial in building doors in Terraria. Learn which tools and materials to use.
Build up your arsenal with some serious Minecraft firepower. Watch this video and learn how to make a cannon. This Minecraft guide will show you what materials to use and how to use them when building a cannon in Minecraft.
Watch this video to learn how to build a minecart station in your Minecraft world. This video will show you the right design to follow and the proper materials to use to craft a multi-directional minecart station in Minecraft beta.
Want to add a falling bridge to your Minecraft world? Watch this video to easy to follow step by step instructions on building a falling bridge in Minecraft. You'll learn what materials to use and how to design your falling bridge.
If you are thinking of turning your Minecraft world into an agrarian paradise, watch this video to learn how to build a mushroom farm. This video will explain the materials and techniques used, along with the design of the farm.
Whether it only exists in Terraria or not, you want a space gun. Watch this video to learn which materials are used in what combination to craft a space gun in Terraria. You will definitely enjoy having a space gun.
Watch this video to learn which materials to use to craft an ivy whip at an anvil in Terraria. The ivy whip is similar to a grappling hook but provides its own advantages. This Terraria guide will show you how to get your own ivy whip.
Yar! If swashbucklin adventure be yer fancy, check out this awesome Indy Mogul Backyard FX video to learn how to build a Pirates of the Caribbean style sword prop out of foam. This video explains what materials you need and what tools you'll use.
Iron is one of the most useful materials for building in Minecraft. To obtain usable iron, you must first mine iron ore and then smelt iron in your furnace. This video will take you through the whole process so you can start building with iron in Minecraft.
Crafting and sewing is lots of fun, but it calls for many accessories and notions that can clutter your craft area. This tutorial shows you how to create your own craft supply organizer out of some upcycled or recycled materials.
Cake decorating requires A LOT of materials. But that doesn't mean you have to purchase everything you use. In fact, you can make many of the things you need, including your icing bag.
Now that it's down to the wire close to Christmas, if you haven't made out your Christmas cards yet then you sure as hell better start now. Since we know you probably have few materials and very little time to work on them, check out this paper design tutorial to learn how to craft an easy 2-step Christmas tree card.
Want to have a green Thanksgiving this year? You can make a classy, lovely Thanksgiving centerpiece with your children out of recycled materials! This project uses empty glass soda bottles, a few paints, flowers and some old jewelry or colored beads.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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!
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.
