Sometimes, you just can't find the right piece of furniture. Your walls may be too small or too long. A window may be too low or too high. Also, a simple trip to a furniture store may be enough to make your money belt tighten. Finding the right piece of furniture can be exasperating and financially depressing. However, there is another option. What if you could make the perfect piece of furniture for your home? Now, it sounds terrifying, but with some simple instruction, you might be surprise...
In this video series, our expert will show you how you can build your own gazebo. You will get easy to follow step-by-step instructions on how to design an octagonal gazebo, how to find the right building materials and how to actually put together a gazebo. This is a great project for amateur builders and do-it-yourselfers, and will add beauty and value to your yard or property.
In this series of gardening videos you’ll learn how to divide and transplant hostas. Expert gardener Amanda Kantor demonstrates the process in easy to follow step-by-step instructions, including how to dig up hostas, how to examine the root systems, and how to divide the plant. You’ll learn tips on how to protect the roots during the transplant, how to replant the new hosta plant, and how to fertilize and water the new addition to your garden
In this video series, learn how to transplant your plants. With expert advice from Amanda Kantor, you can start to rearrange your garden. Amanda uses irises as her perennial example; however, you can use other perennial plants as well. Learn how to avoid the risk of transplant shock.
In this instructional video series, our expert will demonstrate how to crochet an afghan. She will demonstrate an afghan pattern and how to attach each row of crochet stitches. If you are familiar with crocheting and want to make a beautiful afghan our expert can walk you through each step to creating a wonderful blanket.
In this video series, let Karen Weisman show you how make bookmarks. With these simple and easy instructions, you can make unique bookmarks for yourself or as gifts for friends. Learn how to make a photo bookmark. Karen also shows you how to make bookmarks out of ribbon and beads. Finally, learn how to make a bookworm and glamour girl bookmark. These fun and easy projects will be perfect for the creative crafter in you. So, learn how to make homemade bookmarks today!
In this video series, our expert will demonstrate how to decoupage a variety of household items. With step-by-step instructions, our expert will show you how to cut the paper for your decoupage project, how to glue the paper to your object and how to smooth and cut the edges for a beautiful finish to your craft project. In this video series, our expert will decoupage a glass platter, a wooden box and a candle, but you can experiment with many household items with this fun and easy craft the w...
In this video series, our expert Elissa Marie Rodgers will demonstrate how to crochet a scarf. You will get step-by-step instructions on how to pick the right yarn for your scarf, and how to crochet each stitch to create your own homemade scarf. Our expert will also show you how to make a variety of decorative fringes for your scarf and even give you tips on how to wear the scarf you crochet. A crocheted scarf makes an excellent gift for family and friends, and is a wonderful winter weather a...
In these Halloween costume videos, learn how to dress up like the man who sold the world a new identity every ten years or so. Whatever music, fashion, or art decade you decide to portray Bowie in, things should all be hunky dory.
In this video series, our Yo-Yo expert will get you started on your way to Yo-Yo stardom by demonstrating the basics. He'll show you important things like adjusting your Yo-Yo string to fit your height, and how to hold your Yo-Yo. Our expert will also demonstrate some basic tricks and techniques that every avid Yo-Yoer will need to know before moving on to more advanced moves. So go grab your Yo-Yo and get started today!
In this instructional video, our expert will demonstrate a variety of intermediate Yo-Yo tricks for the more advanced Yo-Yoer. Our expert will show step-by-step instructions for advanced Yo-Yo string trick, like the flying trapeze trick, the sidewinder, and the drop in the bucket trip. If you've been looking for a challenge to update your Yo-Yo skills you'll find them here with tips and techniques from a Yo-Yo expert.
In this video series, an expert in airbrushing will demonstrate how to airbrush a wood grain effect for a car. He will go through the step-by-step instructions on how to paint a base coat, mix the airbrush paint, apply the color, and add details in a variety of ways. If you have some knowledge of how to airbrush and would like to take on a larger project, or simply want to learn some airbrushing tips and techniques, our expert will walk you through the steps for creating a beautiful effect fo...
In this video recipe, our expert chef will demonstrate how to make rigatoni. In this cheap and hearty dinner recipe series, you will learn easy step-by-step instructions on how to prepare the vegetables and cook the sausage to add your rigatoni. You will also get tips and advice on how season the vegetables and pasta, how to serve your meal and even how to store the left overs. This is a great meal for a large gathering, and is sure to please the whole family.
In this video series, our expert chef will demonstrate how to make a wonderful rugelach pastry recipe. She will show you how to make two kinds of rugelach dough, one with a traditional rising yeast, and one with a quicker cold yeast. You will also learn how to make a variety of fillings for your rugelach, including a cinnamon and cocoa filling, a poppyseed filling, and a jelly walnut filling. Along with the delicious filling, our chef will also show you how to create a homemade sugar and syru...
Baklava is a wonderful dish for any dinner party you might be having. It is not difficult to make and does not require many ingredients to taste fantastic. In this video series you will learn how to make baklava from scratch including how to put all the ingredients together, why you should do certain things such as cut off the edges before you cook it and how to make the syrup mix to put the flavor factor over the top. So have fun and enjoy your just desserts!
In this video series, watch as master Korean chef Kathryn Lynch teaches how to cook bulgogi, tak gogi, and dae ji gogi. Learn the ingredients for bulgogi, how to score meat, how to slice meat, how to prepare garlic, how to prepare scallions, how to mix coat sugar, how to mix coat soy, how to mix scallions with garlic, how to coat sesame oil, how to heat oil in a wook, and how to serve bulgogi, tak gogi, and dae ji gogi.
In this easy dessert video recipe, learn how to make lemon mousse from expert chef Karen Weisman. Karen will teach what supplies and ingredients you will need to make a delicious lemon mousse. She will also demonstrate how to juice lemons for lemon mousse, how to separate egg whites from egg yolks, how to use dried egg whites as an alternative to fresh egg whites, how to combine gelatin and lemon juice for lemon mousse, how to prepare a trifle dish for lemon mousse, how to prepare lemon souff...
In this cooking class on video, learn how to make a traditional German potato salad recipe. Our expert will walk you through step by step, showing you what kitchen utensils to use, what ingredients you need, how to boil the potatoes, cook the bacon, make the roux, and many other tips for putting together a hearty German potato salad dish.
Are you tired of the same old thing for dinner every night? Food in a bucket doing a number on your waistline, eh? Well, take a little break from your routine and invest a few minutes in learning how to make some traditional Asian cuisine. Our expert Chef, Ian McSwain, will guide you step-by-step through two easy Japanese recipes
In these cooking classes on video, learn how to make a hearty beef stroganoff recipe. Our expert will show you how to make this gourmet meal in a step-by-step fashion, including a list of ingredients needed and instructions on how to season and prepare them, how to cook the beef, how make roux, pasta cooking tips, and how to serve the finished dish. Try this recipe for your next family meal and see if you don’t get a few well-deserved compliments.
In these cooking classes on video, learn how to make recipes for chicken soup and potato soup. Our expert will show you what ingredients and seasonings you need and how to prepare them, as well as the step-by-step process for putting these dishes together. When you’re finished, you should have two gourmet soups to use as a main course, side dish, or even a snack. Try these recipes out—your taste buds will thank you.
In this series of playtime instructional videos, our kids rhyme expert not only teaches you the lyrics to great children’s songs like “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star” and “Itsy Bitsy Spider,” she also demonstrates the fun hand gestures which go along with these classics. Your child will be captivated by the two-finger-bunny hopping though imaginary woods in “Little Cottage” and can even join the fun in counting rhymes like “Rickity Tickity.” Best of all, you can keep your children happy anytim...
In this atv maintenance video series, learn ATV maintenance tips from certified Polaris mechanic Tom Roland. Tom will teach you necessary Polaris ATV maintenance based on professional atv maintenance manuals and service schedules. You will learn about the parts of an ATV, such as a Polaris 500. Tom will teach you about replacing the air filter on a Polaris ATV, how to change the oil in a Polaris ATV, how to check the suspension on an ATV, how to check the tie rods on an ATV, and how to diagno...
Carved wood figures always present an aura of mystery. From the fearsome tribal masks of Africa to the towering totems of British Columbia, indigenous peoples have long created wooden guardians to channel their spirits and protect their peoples. Puppets can even move like us, mock us, or in the case of Pinocchio, come alive. Be careful wood carvers, for in your hands you possess the power of the gods, the power to create, the power to give life, and hopefully the power to make a cool sculptur...
In this video series, our expert will demonstrate how to make Halloween centerpieces for your next Halloween party. You will get step-by-step instructions on how to make a variety of Halloween and autumn centerpieces, including a dead tree, Halloween candle holders, and a cornucopia. These are great tips for anyone planning a Halloween party or fall themed get together for friends or family. So put on your Halloween costume and get the kids involved in these fun and easy Halloween crafts.
Joyce Danielson, our professional wardrobe expert tells you how to iron pockets, add pleats as well as iron seams and cuffs. She also explains how to interpret care instructions on the label and how to wash and iron your shorts accordingly. Why look like a slob when you can look like a prep?
Tim Boucher is head soccer coach at LaSalle Academy in South Bend, Indiana and in this youth soccer video series, learn some fundamental soccer skills and moves. Our coach will lead you through some of the basic soccer drills you need to practice to get good at the game. Learn how to dribble, how to pass, how to shoot, how to trap the ball, how to juggle, and how to properly throw the ball in. Also learn some techniques for playing various soccer positions, including goalie. These sports vide...
In this video series, let Mickey Denoncourt show you how to do some simple bicycle repair jobs. He illustrates how to change, handlebars, tires, pedals, and seats. Mickey also gives you tips on how to pick mountain biking shoes. With his advice, you can make a bike that uniquely fits for you. So, what are you waiting for? Start learning about mountain bikes today!
In these rock climbing instructional videos, you'll learn all about the gear you'll need to get started climbing. Expert climber Justus Zimmerman shows you various styles of rock climbing shoes, harnesses, latches and other climbing gear you'll need when scaling the rock face. He also shares belaying, repelling and lowering techniques, how to use anchors, as well as several knots that will help you in your outdoor adventure. Watch these free videos and have a safe and enjoyable climb!
In this instructional video, our expert will explain and demonstrate a variety of BMX bike tricks. He will focus on quarter pipe and lip tricks, like the Disaster, Tail Tap, and Fufanu, giving step-by-step instructions for each and then performing the trick. You'll also learn how to do a Double Peg trick, and an Abubaca trick on your BMX bike. So grab your bike and get ready to ride, and as always, wear a helmet and follow proper safety instructions before trying any BMX bike trick.
In this instructional video series learn from Stephanie Haworth, computer technician with Clayton Computer, as she demonstrates how to build a custom PC from how to choose and install components such as the motherboard, DVD ROM Drive, to applying thermal compound to the computer processor.
In this series of videos you'll learn exactly what you'll need to start your own karaoke business, from choosing the right karaoke equipment to how to market and advertise your show. Expert Richard Buccola starts with a little background on the origins of Karaoke, and continues by showing all the equipment you'll need to start putting on a karaoke show, including mixing boards, microphones, monitors, speakers, hardware, and software. Rich also offers advice on promoting your karaoke show thro...
If you have ever been baffled at how someone is able to tell you on Tuesday that it will rain on Friday then take a look at this video series. Our expert, Melissa Schenk, is a weather anchor for a television station in Canada. She will show you every aspect of how she goes about predicting the weather. The tools and resources she uses, the details and information you need to know to do it yourself and she even a behind the scenes look into the station where she works are all a part of this in...
In this emergency preparedness video series, learn what to do when you need to call 911, or even if you call by accident. Our expert, an experienced 911 dispatch operator, Jill Maglione, will tell you what the most important information you need to give is, why you need to give your address, why you may be asked to stay on the line, how to get to the point about what type of emergency you have, how to teach kids to use 911, how to report a car accident, and more tips you need for emergency pr...
Watch as artist Christina Varga teaches how to become a self-made artist. Learn about different materials for artists, how to create art out of everyday materials, how to build a reputation, how to get your art into a gallery, how to create museum pieces and much, much more. Start your life as an artist today with the help of these free tutorials and artist lessons.
Our expert will demonstrate how to play a variety of popular songs on the acoustic guitar. He will teach you the basic chords for each song in the series and then give step-by-step instructions for playing each pop song on the acoustic guitar. Learn how to play all your favorite songs, from “Every Rose Has It's Thorn” to “Give A Little Bit”.
Watch as professional percussionist teaches advanced drum lessons. Learn how to do various drumming techniques like: approach, rebound, rudimental breakdowns, diddles, paradiddles, flam and flam, herta, pud-a-duh, natural sticking, alternative sticking, polyrhythms, 3 over 2 with accents, and 4 over 3 with accents. Just like every piano player needs to practice his scales to improve, every drummer must practice his rudimental breakdowns in order to become better.
In this free instructional video series on home and construction tools, learn tips on how to use a chalk line marker and a tape measure. One will allow you to mark a straight line across a variety of surfaces; the other will tell you where that line should go. Our expert will explain some of the basic features of both tools, as well as how to properly and effective use them for any given project.
In this video series, watch as expert craftsmen Jon Olson teaches how to use and maintain a laser line lever and stud finder tool. Learn some basic safety tips and how to detect metal and wood studs.
Expert electrician Danny Herb demonstrates in easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions how to replace a light switch and how to replace a wall socket. He begins by showing you how to turn off the circuit breaker, an essential first step to any electrical repair, and offers safety tips and advice for working with electricity. He shows you the tools and equipment you'll need to get the job done, and how to test electrical outlets to be certain they aren't still hot.
