Take heart, aspiring timbaleros and timbaleras. Eguie Castrillo, having played with everyone from Tito Puente to Steve Winwood, is one of the world's most prolific timbale artists. In this installment of his video tutorial series on the fundamentals of timbale playing, Eguie will walk you through some basic tricks and techniques for playing the clave.
For a more authentic look for model trains, brand spanking new train cars can be weathered to create the effect of having been in use for ages. When was the last time you saw a brand new train in real life, anyway? Watch this hobby how-to video and learn how to give brand new model train coal hoppers a distressed finish.
This video tutorial shows how to execute a yarn over with the left hand. Great for lefties to learn how to knit a yarn over stitch, without having to mentally reverse the directions.
Learn how to perform simple palming techniques from this instructional video. Palming allows a magician to hide objects in the palm of their hand, while creating the illusion of having absolute nothing hidden. Watch this video magic tutorial and find out how to palm hidden objects, like coins, cards, or even poker chips, for any sort of magic trick.
If you use GIMP image editing software you may be having trouble using the intelligent scissors tool. There are a few reasons, one being the version of GIMP you are using, and they are all covered in this tutorial. So watch and learn how to solve some of your problems with the intelligent scissors in GIMP.
Dogs are pack animals, used to the concept of each family having a leader. For the dogs to be a good pet, they need to understand that the human pet owner is the alpha leader. Learn how to easily establish yourself as the "Alpha" in your dog's eyes by watching this video pet training tutorial.
Having trouble sleeping at night? Did you know that a little yoga could help you sleep better? Practice a supported downward facing dog pose and legs up against the wall to help cure insomnia. Watch this yoga how-to video to learn a yoga sequence that can improve insomnia.
Having trouble playing those sudoku puzzles? Well, get some practice by playing on WebSudoku.com. There's different levels of play, and this video will show you how to do it, along with some simple strategies to solve the puzzle.
It sucks when you're having people over and your speaker breaks. Fear not, this tutorial video will show you how to make your very own speaker at home from moderately simple materials.
Say goodbye to crumbled shadows and dried up mascara. In this instructional video, Better TV shows you how to spring clean your makeup bag and refill it with this season's make-up must haves.
Improve you crocheting skills by creating fun shapes. This how to video is a tutorial that will show you how to crochet a circle. Our host was kind enough to slow down the video, just in case you were having a hard time following. Crochet a small or large circle, it all depends on what you need it for.
More and more people are having regular manicures, and it's the sort of thing you can learn to do at home, This how to video shows a few simple rules that you can use to improve the appearance of your hands and nails. The basic equipment you'll need to complete the task are : A pack of cotton wool balls, some fingernail polish remover, 1 emery board, a nail trimmer, a cuticle remover, a bottle of fingernail polish, and some paper towels.
Having a cocktail party and not quite sure what alcoholic beverages to serve up? Then watch this how to video to learn how to make everyones favorite, a Tequila Sunrise. For this tequila Sunrise you will need the following ingredients: tequila, orange juice, and grenadine.
Having a cocktail party and not quite sure what drinks to serve up? Then watch this how to video to learn how to make a Mountain Dew drop shot. The Mountain Dew shot requires: vodka, green midori, and seven up.
Having a cocktail party and not quite sure what alcoholic beverages to serve up? Then watch this how to video to learn how to make a Blue Lagoon cocktail drink step by step. For th Blue Lagoon you will need the following ingredients: vodka, blue curacao, seven up and bar mix.
Having a cocktail party and not quite sure what champagne to serve up? Then watch this how to video to learn how to add a little Christmas cheer with a Moet Chandon champagne nectar on ice. For this drink recipe you will need the following ingredients: champagne and lemon zest.
Having a cocktail party and not quite sure what alcoholic beverages to serve up? Then watch this how to video to learn how to serve a strawberry daiquiri on the rocks. For this drink recipe you will need the following ingredients: white rum, bar mix, and strawberry syrup.
Having a cocktail party and not quite sure what alcoholic beverages to serve up? Then watch this how to video to learn how to mix up a Tom Collins. For the Tom Collins you will need the following ingredients: gin, bar mix, sugar, and soda.
Having a cocktail party and not quite sure what alcoholic beverages to serve up? Then watch this how to video to learn how to mix up a Kamikazee. For this you will need triple sec, bar mix, sugar, and of course vodka.
Having a cocktail party and not quite sure what alcoholic beverages to serve up? Then watch this how to video to learn how to mix up a Melon Ball. For this drink you will need vodka, melon liqueur, and orange juice.
Having a cocktail party and not quite sure what alcoholic beverages to serve up? Then watch this how to video to learn how to mix up a Singapore Sling. For this drink you need a little bit of gin, slow gin, triple sec, orange juice and grenadine.
Having a cocktail party and not quite sure what alcoholic drinks to mix? Then watch this how to video and learn how simple it is to mix up a B52 shot. You will need some Grand Marnier liqueur and a little Kahlua. Enjoy!
Having a cocktail party and not quite sure what alcoholic drinks to mix? Then watch this how to video and learn how simple it is to mix up everyones favorite vermouth and whiskey drink, a Manhattan.
Having a cocktail party and not quite sure what drinks to mix? Then watch this how to video and learn how simple it is to mix up everyone's favorite vodka drink, a White Russian.
If you are having a difficult time getting someone's phone number this is the how to video for you. Watch and learn ten easy tips to getting a phone number and maybe even a date.
If you are having trouble getting your hotmail on your iTouch, check out this video. It's safe and easy, without giving somebody your personal info. This is the 32GB version, but it should work for all iTouches as well as the iPhone.
Check out a few accuracy tips for those who are having a tough time learning to make and throw atlatl darts.
Stream music torrents without having to download any torrent software using Bitlet.org.
I am often asked how to break in pointe shoes. Many girls are a little scared to do it as they are afraid of breaking the shoe and then having to go out and buy a new pair! This video will show you that there is really nothing to be worried about. It will help you to break in your shoes effectively!
You want to eat something healthy, but you feel like having dessert? Well, than this recipe is for you. Watch the video and learn to make coconut rice pudding
Learn how to create 2 different star fields in 3D Studio Max. This tutorial is especially helpful if you are having problems with the star field preset in Max.
Have you ever been in the middle of making a layout and wanted an acrylic embellishment but couldn't find the right saying or color? We're here to keep you from ever having that problem again! In this quick video learn how to take clear acrylic pieces and turn them into the cute designer pieces you find at the store. This video has tips and techniques to use in scrapbooking.
If you're having trouble sleeping, work through this video, Tapping (EFT or Emotional Freedom Technique) can help! Stressful feelings cycling through your mind keep you awake. When you release them with EFT you will sleep more soundly.
DJ Tutor teaches you how to mix two songs with vocals together and how you can avoid having two vocal tracks going at once.
Having trouble with those baggy shirts? Can't find a decent pair of jeans that fit? This week we answer a viewer's question and solve some size issues, plus how to make a duct tape body form with Anda Lewis.
In Magic GarageBand you can star in your own band without having to leave your bedroom (or have a garage). This tutorial shows you how to use magic GarageBand to create songs with a virtual onstage band.
What better way to say "Happy Birthday" to a friend than by having his gift and card explode in his face? If you're the prankster in your group of friends then this is the perfect way to commemorate another candle on the birthday cake.
A blinky bug is a small electro-mechanical insect that responds to stimulus, such as movement, vibrations, or air current, by blinking its LED eyes. This video will show you how to make a blinky bug for under 6 dollars and without having to solder.
If you're looking for some quick and easy ways to apply effects to images for your presentation you can actually do them right in Keynote '08 without having to jump to another application. Of course, if you need real detailed changes, you may need something more powerful, but for general effects this tutorial will get the job done.
Don Schechter demonstrates how to capture your footage from your camera to your computer and log it for easy access later on for Final Cut Pro. Logging clips allows you to organize your footage without having to waste hard drive space.
