Lowe's a leader in the retail home improvement business, brings you this instructional video on how to measure and prepare for hanging wallpaper, for the do-it-yourselfer at home. In this video you will learn useful tips on calculating just how much wallpaper you will need to wallpaper your room, as well as a list of the tools and materials you will need to achieve a good finish, and get the job done right the first time, every time.
Butterflies are beautiful, even when they aren't real, but merely decorative. In this video, learn how to rainbow glitter a butterfly with Barbara Trombley from Art Glitter. This is a fantastic craft project developed by Barbara. They're simple to make and you only need a few craftsy materials, like opals and card stock.
Mark Donovan of Home Addition Plus goes over the key features and benefits of the Rockwell reciprocating saw with active vibration canceling technology. A reciprocating saw is a type of saw in which the cutting action is achieved with a push and pull reciprocating motion on the blade. A positive feature of the Rockwell is that there are no tools needed to replace the blade and it acts great with all materials including wood, metal, plastic, and/or aluminum.
Using graphite and pastel on tinted paper is a great way to give drawings depth and weight. Used right, these materials can really make a drawing pop. In this video tutorial, the artist walks you through the process and discusses the various steps involved.
This great tutorial by BubzBeauty takes us through the step by step process of screen printing your own t-shirts. Materials you will need include Mod Podge glue to make a stencil of your tee design, fabric paint, thin permeable fabric (preferably Organza), a 12 inch embroidery hoop, and a sponge.
If your old Nintendo game cartridges have been sitting around collecting dust, then check out this video for an explanation on how to clean them using Windex and some other household materials.
Need to catch a bird? Only have sticks? This is an intricate method of trapping birds using stick weaving arrangements. This trap is common in Brazil and can be made quickly without tools and only using material on hand. It will result in the live capture of a bird.
This will blow your mind. Physicists show you how this impossible trick is possible. Spheres of abstract elastic material is necessary. This is theoretical topology and helpful for understanding physics, quantum or otherwise.
Learn how to fold a paper Jet plane. Materials : A4 size paper (type 80gsm or lower).
This short video demonstrates how to make a simple flower press from common materials you can find at home: cardboard, paper, rubberbands. Pressed flowers are beautiful keepsakes or gifts. You can attach them to paper and make homemade cards.
With just a few things from around the house, you can turn your bedroom into a fortress! Learn how to build a fort in your bedroom for your next sleepover. Forts are fun & materials needed are easy. You will need:
This video demonstrates proper drying techniques to help prevent swirls and scratches. Learn what materials and procedures to use to dry your car properly and keep it looking new longer.
You may not believe it but there are right and wrong ways to wash and dry a car. Using the wrong soaps, sponges or dying materials can damage the paint, brakes, rims and more. This tutorial from Wolfgang shows you how to properly wash and dry your car to keep it looking new for as long as possible.
Whether it's a small business or a work group inside a large corporation, all members need access to the same materials in order to work effectively. Mac OS X server makes it easy for groups to collaborate and communicate through their own Wiki-powered Internet website. To learn how to use Wiki Server with Mac OS X Server, watch this video tutorial.
In this Reason 3.0 tutorial you will learn how to achieve a glitch-type drum pattern in no time with Dr. Rex and a few steps. Use any source material you prefer and get started mangling drums with Dr. Rex in Reason 3.0.
This video sewing tutorial shows a clear and complete demonstration of how to correctly sew a lap zipper. Included are tips and materials needed. Watch and learn how to attach a lap zipper with the help of the Fashion Design department at OTIS College of Art and Design.
Roxy and Sarah take a trip to the craft supply store, and pick up material to make inexpensive Christmas presents at home. Kids can learn how to make a decorated cocoa jar to give to teachers, coaches, or neighbors. All you need is a glass jar, hot chocolate mix, marshmallows, and whatever Christmas decorations you want. Watch this video crafting tutorial and learn how to do this fun kid-friendly activity of decorating cocoa jars as a Christmas gift.
This video will give you tips and pointers on the process of making stencils for your street art. The require material for making this stencil will be wheat paste, paper, ink, and other things.
This video tutorial will teach you how to apply custom textures to objects inside Sandbox 2. It won't work on all objects, but works on such items as laptops, computers, or monitors. You'll work with the material editor, find the right textures, and crop and resize pictures to fit.
Learn how to separate your model based on texture and material in the pre-modeling stages in Zbrush 3.1. This is important for people who hard model in another software and texture in Zbrush.
Tim and Noah use basic materials to make a variety of wind-powered land cruisers!
Tie weed guards for saltwater fly fishing flies. Watch this video to learn how it's done. Learn what fly tying materials to use and what techniques to use for weed guards on saltwater flies and bass flies.
Check out this amazing practice which shows how to make a simple slingshot paper with schoolboy material... you can almost see your teacher screaming !
During World War II, GIs in the field built really amazing simple radios to listen to. These were made with materials that they could get their hands on and were small enough to carry around in a big pocket. You can modify this design if you want to set it up so that it's tuneable too! To see all the plans, go to makezine.com/podcast!
Learn how to wear different types of hijab in different styles in this two part series. The hijab details have been explained in terms of the hijab material and hijab durability.
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.
You will need some half ball covered buttons to make this. You can cover these buttons with any sort of fabric you want. Once you're done, thread an elastic ponytail band through the button hole, add a dab of glue and you have a brand new accessory!
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.
