How To: Convert Windows Movie Maker files to play on a Mac
This software tutorial shows you how to convert your Windows Movie Maker projects using conversion software so that they will play on a Mac computer or operating sytem.
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How To: Install a ceramic soap dish in your shower
If you're the sort of person who regularly engages in DIY projects around your home, one imagines you'll need to take a shower every now and again. In this tutorial, Danny Lipford will guide you through the process installing a ceramic soap dish in a shower stall.
How To: Quilt a narrow binding
Watch this instructional quilting video to sew a narrow binding on your quilt. The "Zip Bind Tool" and the "Stitch in the Ditch Binding Foot" help with sewing narrow bindings. It important to know how to use the zip bind tool properly before beginning this quilting project.
How To: Origami a bookcase
Follow these step-by-step instructions to fold an easy origami bookcase. You need one large piece of origami paper to complete this project. The visual guidelines are accompanied by written instructions. You can use this origami bookcase to store to store origami books.
How To: Crochet a cross stitch
Cross Stitching isn't for impatient people. Watch this instructional crochet video to master the cross stitch. The cross stitch creates a satisfying three dimensional look and a warmer sweater or blanket. This crochet process also takes much longer than standard crocheting, so give yourself some time to finish this project.
How To: Top stitch with a double needle on a sewing machine
Use the Martelli Stitch in the Ditch Binding Foot for top stitching and with a double needle to get a professional finish to your quilting and sewing projects. Watch this video sewing tutorial and learn how to top stitch with a double need on a sewing machine.
How To: Cast on stitches using the figure 8 method
Figure 8 method of casting on creates a seamless cast on. Watch this knitting how to video to learn how easy it is to cast on stitches in knitting using the figure 8 method. Once you have mastered this style of casting on you can move on to your favorite knitting project.
How To: Make a mini scrapbook album
This video scrapbooking tutorial shows how to make a little album out of designer paper. Follow along to get the pattern, or just watch and get inspired to freestyle your own scrapbooking project. The normal tools apply: paper, ruler, scissors, and a little creativity.
How To: Sharpen woodworking tools
Woodworking tools become dull over time. Tools can be sharpened at home to prolong the life of the tool and to get better results from woodworking projects. Watch this video tutorial and learn how to sharpen woodworking tools easily at home.
How To: Crochet a second line in a project
Learn to crochet with these how-to videos. Once you have crocheted one row you can two, or three rows. Crochet a towel, a blanket, or anything longer. Watch and learn how to finish crocheting a first line and move on to the second one.
How To: Change colors midsection when crocheting
Add more flare to your crochet projects by changing yarn color midsection. This crochet how-to video demonstrates how to change colors mid line. This crocheting technique is particularly useful because no jagged lines can be seen once you change colors midline.
How To: Origami small rose flowers for scrapbooking
This origami how-to video demonstrates how to fold an origami rose to embellish a scrapbook, greeting card or other paper craft projects. Folding your own origami roses is super easy and a great way to use left over scrapbooking materials. Watch this how to video and learn to origami small flowers.
How To: Embroider lazy daisy stitches on 6 inch crochet square
Add even more personal touches to your crocheted items. This how to video is a tutorial on how to embroider crochet projects using the lazy daisy stitch. You can embroider just about anything with the daisy stitch. Watch and learn.
How To: Build a classic sled kite in eleven easy steps
Here is an instructional video on a little kite history and step-by-step instructions on how to build a sled kite from a kit. For this project you'll need a pre-cut sled sail, two one-inch dowels, two 2-foot long dowels, bridle string, and six labels.
How To: Cast onto a knitting needle to begin knitting
This video shows how to cast onto a knitting needle to begin a knitting project. Learn how to start knitting in just a few seconds.
How To: Dry emboss with Crop-a-dile embosser for scrapbooking
This video tutorial shows how to dry emboss with a crop-a-dile embossing machine. Embossing is one way of giving a unique and personalized touch to scrapbooking craft projects.
How To: Install light switch lock
In this video, Bob Schmidt shows you a simple project that may be useful for locking switches that have timers, sensors, computer plugs or other appliances that you may want left on.
How To: Make and decorate an gingerbread house
If your little ones love playing with their food, then this holiday project will keep them busy for hours. Learn how to construct and decorate a gingerbread house with graham crackers.
How To: Clean a brick patio
Tim Carter shows you how to use oxygenated bleach to make quick work of brick cleaning projects and other patio cleaning jobs, such as cleaning flagstone, concrete or brick pavers. This provides excellent video instructions.
How To: Make an easy volcano
This project shows you how to make a great working volcano using posterboard rather than paper-mache or plaster. It's easier, faster, and perfect for younger children. The volcano takes a half hour and is ready to be decorated, painted, and then erupted!
How To: Color nodes in Houdini
Keep your projects organized and find what you need quickly by color coding nodes in Houdini.
How To: Make an invisible CD shelf
Learn how to make this very unique project - an invisible shelf to hold CD's.
How To: Make a Vietnamese dragon with your kids
Watch this video to learn how to make this simple & cute project - a Vietnamese dragon.
How To: Cut curved lines in glass in stained glass and mosiacs
Check out this video to learn how to cut curved lines in glass to use in stained glass, mosiacs, or tiffany lamp projects. This video will show you how to score the glass using a hand glass cutter.
How To: Choose the right mold making product
This video segment will give you an overview of our three mold making products. The information will help you determine which product is right for your project.
How To: Clean and maintain your woodshop
How do you spend your time between projects? It can be a great time to tune up equipment, wax the cast iron tables, touch up the chisels, and do some general cleanup. Learn the best methods to clean and maintain all your tools and machinery. Nothing is more inspiring than a nice clean workshop!
How To: Make claymen toys from clay
Here is a fun project to do for yourself or with kids! This video will take you on a step by step journey to sculpt toy men from clay.
How To: Stamp your clothing
This week were hangin' out with the creative folks over at ReadyMade Magazine.Where we're gettin' the scoop inside their latest Re-Fashion issue, and taking on one of their super rad D.I.Y projects.
How To: Create a small editor with wxPython
Kyran Dale shows how wxPython provides an easy way to bind user-generated events, such as choosing a menu option, to methods provided to handle them. The procedure shown is typical of all wxPython event handling so with little effort can be extended to far more complicated projects.
How To: Replace a toilet seat easily
Freshen up your bathroom by installing a new toilet seat. Watch how to do this quick and easy home improvement project.
How To: Craft a game out of paper
This is a quick and easy arts and crafts project to make yourself a new toy. All you need are two sheets of paper, folded properly, to create a toy gun for your next game of cops and robbers.
How To: Grow a crystal garden
A crystal garden is something that not everyone has. Grow a crystal garden for a science project, or grow it to add a hint of magic to your own herbal or vegetable garden. Show it off to friends and family. Watch this video to learn how to grow a crystal garden for your personal use.
How To: Knit a long tail cast on for scarves & sweaters
Knitting can be a tricky hobby. This tutorial shows you how to create a long tail cast on, also known as a double cast on or continental cast on for knitting projects such as scarves and sweaters. Perfect to use in your winter holiday gifts. For more knitting advice, search for knitting on WonderHowTo.
How To: Twist the blade of a Shopsmith band saw at 45 degrees
Shopsmith Academy shows you how to twist the blade of the Shopmith bandsaw at 45 degrees, enabling the tool to cut off long stock. Apply this lesson to your next woodworking project. Watch this video for useful woodworking tips. Search Shopsmith Academy on WonderHowTo for more woodworking videos.
How To: Build a hovercraft
Check out this Mad Science Experiment with Jason Young and Sean McMains on how to build a hovercraft and send unsuspecting children hurtling down the street on it. To make this cheap and amazing hovercraft, you'll need some wood, plastic sheeting and a leaf blower. This makes a great weekend project for the whole family to enjoy.
How To: Tie a knot in thread for hand sewing or quilting
This instructional sewing video shows an easy way to tie a knot in your thread for hand sewing an quilting. This is a simple sewing trick, but it's worth taking the time to learn how to tie a failsafe knot. Don't let your sewing projects fall apart at the seams.
How To: Machine knit a vinyl hem bond
Watch this instructional knitting video to bond a vinyl hem with a knitting machine. Hang an elastic or ravel cord and push it against the bed. Fold the hem over the ravel cord. If you knit with a knitting machine, this is an essential trick for getting started with larger projects.
How To: Machine knit double bed e-wrap ribbing
If you use a knitting machine to knit your projects, follow this simple example to knit ribbing. This instructional knitting video demonstrates how to e-wrap for double bed knitting and transfer the carriage. You may want to reference some written instructions in addition to watching this knitting video. With a little practice, you can make it look as easy as this.
How To: Assemble box beam
This how to video is a quick excerpt from a DIY show. In it the construction and installation of a box beam are demonstrated. Watch and learn how to assemble box beams for your next home improvement project.
How To: Origami a cat
Watch this instructional origami video to fold an origami cat. You need one piece of origami paper to complete this project. Use these visual guidelines on some of the more difficult folds. If you fold your origami cat correctly, your cat should be able to stand on its own.