Ask any pastry chef and he/she will tell you that cookie and cake decorating is an art. Instead of paint you have all different types of icing and fondant, and instead of brushes you have your dexterous fingertips. And all these things go toward creating a crowning masterpiece.
Are you hosting an Asian-themed party soon and need an easy but impressive way to present your utensils (AKA chopsticks)? Then this is the perfect project for you.
In this tutorial, we learn how to transform into a broken statue for Halloween. Start off by putting your hair back in a beanie, then painting your face white with a sponge. Next, stop halfway through your face so one side is still normal and the other side is completely white. Make sure you make a diagonal line, making the smaller area your regular face and the larger area your white face. Now, create contours on your face using a light touch with a brush that has gray on it. Now, take your ...
In this video, we learn how to make a "puppy love" box for Valentine's Day. To key to creating this box is a thin strip of paper that has teeth (pointy spikes) at the end of this. Turn this into a heart shape, then tape it around the heart to make a perfect box. It will be easier to find your center and cold it in half, then place it on the box. Glue the heart onto a black card stock to situate it, then tie a cute ribbon along the edge of the heart. This is very cute and a great idea for Vale...
The thing that makes tabouli "tabouli" is cracked wheat, and this salad isn't quite that. It's more of a metaphor for tabouli because the grate cauliflower resembles the grain (for those on a raw food diet). It's a stretch, so let's just call this salad a raw cauliflower and chopped kale leaves salad.
Have you ever tried cooking a meal and came across a recipe that asked to broil something and had no idea what it was? Well then, this video should make things clearer.
If you've been waiting for the college football season to arrive or need to get your hands on some football, then NCAA Football 11 may be what you need. This video game has made some changes since the last installment and is even being considered better than the Madden series. Whatever the argument may be, this game is perfect for any football fan.
Want to mix a Scooby Snack cocktail? This clip will show you how it's done. Interested in trying your hand at bartending? With the proper technique, mixing the perfect drink can be easy. So easy, in fact, that this free video bartenders' guide can present an overview of the process in about a minute's time. For more information, including a full list of ingredients and complete instructions on how to mix this drink yourself, take a look.
This is what we'd call a hybrid craft if we've ever seen one. Using a rubber stamp on a cake does sound kind of strange (they usually go on paper, right?), but as long as these stamps are new and unused, they actually function really great for decorating on fondant.
In this free video language lesson, you'll learn how to ask how a person is feeling in perfect Italian. While Italian isn't necessarily a very difficult language for an English-speaker to learn, many stumble when it comes to pronunciation. Fortunately, the Internet is awash in clips like this one, which make learning both vocabulary and proper pronunciation a very easy task. For more information, and to get started using this useful Italian phrase yourself, watch this video guide.
Fake nails can be such a pain in the butt. Yeah, they look good when they're on (they're one of the few things that look perfect when we wake up, unlike our face and hair), but removing them inevitably leaves nail scratches, stubby, ugly nails, and causes pain.
Bob Schmidt teaches us how to screw drywall to studs with a drywall screw gun. A countersink bit is a great option to help you screw drywall studs in. This will fit in a variable speed drill for setting counters and drywall. Use a DeWalt screw gun, which is specifically made to install drywall. It has a clutch driven head with different adjustments on the head for different screws. The gun should be inexpensive and doesn't have a very large motor, so it's perfect for a homeowner. If you just ...
This art tutorial debunks the myth that male artists are sissies. Okay, maybe if you were a dude who just died over painting watercolor lillies then we would question your, uh, orientation, but when it comes to drawing beefcake football players, it's full on masculinity.
A trip to the movies simply isn't complete without a nice big tub of buttery popcorn. Salty and crunchy, it's the perfect complement to the much more sugary treats offered at movie theater concession stands, and tastes great when washed down with a can of Coke.
Every time an actor or actress goes in for an audition for a film role, no matter if it's an indie film, school film or Hollywood blockbuster, most auditions use digital video cameras to record them for future reference. You want to make sure your makeup is just perfect for the camera. Not too much and not too little. The point is just to accentuate the face. Watch this two-parter to learn how to apply suitable make-up for these auditions.
In this tutorial, we learn how to dress for a size 8 with thin frame. To start, go shopping and pick out clothing that has a bright pattern and color on it. Also, pick out clothes that are going to accentuate your beautiful figure and draw the eyes away from the breasts. Use pleats on the chest to make it look more full. Use a ribbon around the waist to create a beautiful shape and give the waist a smaller appearance. Wear dresses with tights to make the look more appropriate during the day. ...
Sewing patterns are a godsend if you're a beginner at sewing who's trying to get into making clothes and accessories like scarves and bags. A pre-drawn pattern helps you learn proportions, measurements, and drafting techniques you'll need later on when you design your own clothing.
In this tutorial, we learn how to throw a riser pitch with a wiffle ball. first, hold your wiffleball the same as you would hold a slider. Throw with your sidearm towards the ground. This should be fairly simple to do, but you will need to get your fingers place correctly on the ball to make the throw perfect. Throw faster if you want the ball to hit the opponent harder. Keep practicing this until the ball flies into the spot you want and gets the amount of air it should get. When you learn h...
In this tutorial, we learn how to understand artist tools for painting. The first tool is plastic, which can be use for great textures on the painting. Cheap brushes are great for painting in big spaces and fan brushes are great for painting wider widths. A badger hair brush will be best for painting tails on canvas and different types of papers. A synthetic brush is very easy to clean and perfect for oil or acrylic paint. A hair dryer is a tool that is great to speed up the drying time of pa...
In this video, learn how to grill up a fantastic dinner in no time. Ina Garten, the Barefoot Contessa, will show you how to make grilled lemon herb shrimp in this quick tutorial. This tangy shellfish dish is perfect for summer parties and cooks well outdoors. So, the next time you are spending the summer on the beach and need a fishy dish to complete your menu - give this one a try. You will not be disappointed! Enjoy!
Jewelry making is a fine art, with some jewelers devoting their entire lifetimes to learning how to perfect beading, wiring, sautering, and arranging. But that doesn't mean you can't make a beautiful bracelet if you're a jewelry making beginner!
Flowers are the perfect accents for spring and summertime crochet projects, including scarves, Afghans, and lightweight shawls. While an entirely undecorated shawl is a great basic piece for your wardrobe, adding a few of these five petaled flower accents tacks on a feminine touch.
Learn how to perform a barrel exercise routine perfect for those with layer syndrome. With pilates, as with any physical fitness system, a basic mastery of proper technique is essential for both maximizing the effectiveness of your workouts and avoiding accidental injury. Whether you're looking to slim down or merely tighten up your core, you're sure to be well served by this home fitness how-to from the folks at Balanced Body Pilates. For complete instructions, give this free exercise video ...
In this tutorial, Gina teaches us how to do a backspin in figure skating. This is when you are spinning on the opposite foot but in another direction. The most difficult thing is to find the right balance in your body. It takes a lot of practice to get used to this. You can use an exercise of doing backwards cross overs to get used to finding the spot that will be perfect for your body to balance. Start by doing an open position, the go into a rotating position. If you are in the right positi...
In this video, we learn how to make Mario Party Jell-O shots. You will need raspberry Jell-O, lime Jell-O, and tequila to make this. First, pour the Raspberry Jell-O packet into a bowl and combine it with hot water, then add in raspberry vodka in equal parts to the water. Stir this well until all the Jell-O is dissolved, and pour into paper shot glass cups. When finished, do the same process for the lime Jell-O, except add in tequila instead of raspberry vodka. Let these set up in the fridge ...
If you are looking for an easy way to make croquis, but don't have the skills to draw it by hand, then try the next best thing: the computer. Using the software program, Adobe Illustrator, you can make a great looking croqui template that can be used over and over again with no problems. This is perfect for making designs of clothing and usually when drawn, they feature a fully drawn and finished character, meaning next time you'll have to draw another one from scratch. So check out the tutor...
Contrary to popular belief, you don't need a bunch of black and brown liners and shadows to create a sexy smokey eye. Brown and black are the colors everyone thinks of when we mention "smokey eye," but other colors work just as well.
Tattooing is not a job for the weak, but it does take precision and a delicate touch. But you don't have to pierce skin with needles to enjoy the art of tattoos. Anybody with a few pencils and markers can design their own tattoo creations, but to help get you started, try out this tribal heart tattoo sketch. Watch the video to see the whole process of daring a tribe-style heart, and follow along to create your own. Perfect for beginning artists.
When learning any new dance, it's important to take your time and constantly practice any new steps you learn in order to embed it into your very mind. As dance intructors always say, practice makes perfect. So when watching this tutorial, remember those words as you are attempting to dance the triple-step for swing. It usually consists of a side step, then a together step, followed by a side step again. It seems pretty easy to do, but you never know. So good luck, pay attention, and enjoy!
If you're looking for a dance that is very energetic and fast, then look no further than swing dance. They can be very fast and goes along with the music and is pretty easy to learn. If you're interested in learning the basics, this tutorial is perfect for you. You'll be taught by professional Nina Ortega as she takes you through the steps when it comes to swing dance. So good luck, practice, and enjoy!
So you've just gotten back from an extremely costly brow shaping at the salon du jour of Beverly Hills (your aesthetician swears it's a favorite of Kristen Dunst). What do you do now that you have the perfect pair of brows?
There are many different kinds of bait that fishermen use when out in the ocean or in a lake or river. It's important to know which is the right one to use and when. This can lead to a bigger catch for you and others. So in this tutorial, you'll be finding out how to rig your grub when out fishing. Grub is perfect bait when out bass fishing, so good luck and enjoy!
When it comes to fishing, nothing works better than live bait. Not only does it look more attractive, but it can result in bigger fish for you and others to enjoy. One of the best and most deadliest baits to use is live shrimp. This is perfect for fishing out in the ocean and results in great looking catch. So in this tutorial, you'll find out how to easily hook a live shrimp under the horn when out fishing. So good luck, pay attention, and enjoy!
If you're going out into the ocean to catch yourself a fish, you need a good source of bait, right? Worms doesn't cut. It's better to go with crab. Yup, that's right, crab. They can be the perfect bait when going out into the ocean and can bring some pretty nice sized fish. So in this tutorial, you'll be finding out how to rig a cracked crab when fishing. So good luck and enjoy!
Nobody enjoys being sick. Having to deal with the runny nose, sore throat, and cough is just horrible. Having a stuffy nose is also no fun, either. It prevents you from breathing through your nostrils, can cause headaches, and makes it hard to talk. So, one of the best ways to help get rid of it is by using chamomile. This plant is perfect to not only breathe in, but to drink as a tea. So watch this tutorial above to find out more about how to use it and how it works. Enjoy!
The title may be a bit deceiving. This tutorial is going to be showing you how to make compost tea from scratch. No, you can't drink it yourself, but your plants will be sure to love it. This mixture of ingredients is perfect for growing big and beautiful plants and veggies. All you need to do is follow the instructions above and apply it to your garden today. So good luck and enjoy!
If you're planning a dinner party or get together with friends, having snacks out for your guests is always a good idea. Having ranch and chips is easy, but making your own dip from scratch will show how important these gatherings can be. In this tutorial, you'll find out how to make a delicious and tasty asparagus with horseradish dip. Perfect for any occassion and goes well with almost anything. Here are the ingedients below:
If you're a frequent visitor at a local sports bar and restaurant, you've had to have been introduced to those little bite size pieces known as jalapeno poppers. These tasty treats contain jalapeno, cream cheese, and sometimes others ingredients and are the perfect finger food when watching any sporting event. Well in this tutorial, you'll be finding out how to make your own jalapeno poppers, but in pizza form. Sure, it may not be small, but you'll have more ingredients to enjoy and with the ...
In this clip, learn how to turn a normal cardboard box into a shirt dispenser. Do you have a lack of closet space? Perfect! Are your shirts always wrinkled and never folded when you need them? No problem! This invention will keep your clothes neat, organized and save a ton of space. Best of all, you can ditch the box when you are done with it!
In this tutorial, learn how to make a tasty snack out of gelatin and pudding that looks and tastes like.. snot. This recipe is perfect for Halloween, kids parties or April Fools Day jokes.
