In this online video series, learn from DIY home improvement expert Jon Olson, as he demonstrates garage home improvement projects such as installing garage shelves and painting the walls in the garage. Learn what materials and tools you will need, how to prepare garage walls for primer, including how to mix and paint primer, how to prepare the wall for paint, how to paint a wall, basic painting tips tips, and how to build and install storage shelves in your garage.
In this DIY project on video, learn how to drywall a new wall as part of a garage remodel. Our expert will explain what drywall is and how it works, with tips on how to prep the wall, calculate the amount of drywall you need, how to cut and hang drywall, mudding, sanding, taping and more. He’ll take you step-by-step through the process of creating a professional quality drywall that you can be proud of. Be sure to check out the series “How to Frame and Insulate a New Wall” to see how to insta...
In this series of video clips you’ll learn how to install a keyless entry deadbolt security system in your home. Expert locksmith J. Daniel Nell takes you through the entire process step-by-step, showing you what tools you’ll need to complete the job, how to remove your old deadbolt lock from the door, how to install the electric wiring, program and operate the keypad, and offers tips on maintenance and more.
In this video series, learn how to tackle a fairly simple do-it-yourself home improvement project that can significantly strengthen your security system. Our expert, Daniel Nell, will show you how to install a single-cylinder deadbolt lock on any door in your home. Watch these step-by-step video clips and get tips on how to measure for the deadbolt, drill the hole, install the strike plate, and connect the latch.
In this DIY project on video, learn how to paint the exterior of your home. Our expert will show you everything you need to know to get the job done. Get tips on preparing the wall with a pressure washer, scraping off old paint, caulking, spackle, priming, and more. Learn the proper paint rolling techniques to get an even, professional result. Watch these videos carefully, and turn a potentially disastrous endeavor, both for you and your home, into a simple painting project. When you’re done,...
In this series of expert video clips, you will get many ideas for updating and redecorating your door. These videos lead you step-by-step through the process of refinishing, replacing hardware and repainting your door. Learn about the hinges, door knockers and weather stripping that make your door work! Get expert tips on protecting your door by using a primer and protective paint. If you want to add a special effect to the paint of the door, you can spackle before you paint to get a differen...
In this DIY home improvement video series, learn how to pressure wash the exterior of your house—as well as the sidewalks, driveway and deck. Our expert will show you where to get a pressure washing machine, how to hook it up, what wands and tips to use, and how to start the pressure washer. Then follow him as he takes you around the house—from roof, to eaves, to windows, to exterior walls—showing you the proper pressure washing techniques for cleaning. After watching these videos, you should...
Learn how to care for fruit trees from a professional landscape designer. Our expert will educate on what tools you need and how to select and plant your new fruit tree. Learn valuable how-to tips for your fruit tree. See how to care for the tree by activating the soil. With all the luscious fruit dangling from the tree it can be an invitation for deer to come have a snack. Our expert will show how to protect your tree from becoming a treat. Pruning your fruit trees for maximum flowering and ...
Our expert, a professional landscape designer, will walk you through what you need to know to make the yard you want. One of the most important steps is to develop a plan. She will cover making a plan and how to pick the right plants for your yard. Our expert gives you tips on how to design a beautiful landscape that's right for your yard space and your climate. Learn how to design flower beds, how to accent your landscape with art and stones, and what materials you'll need to get started. Wa...
One of the hottest trends in gardening and nutrition is organically grown produce. Fruit and vegetables that are grown without the use of chemicals or stimulants are proven to be healthier for your body. In these videos our expert will teach you all the necessary steps to getting you own organic garden up and running. You will learn all about the different types of tools needed for organic gardening, as well as tips for choosing a garden site and planning your organic garden.
In this video series, landscaping expert Fernando Chavez teaches how to install a sprinkler system. He teaches what tools and materials are needed, how to design a sprinkler system, how to maneuver around cement, corners, and curves, how to lay sod, how to install sprinkler heads, how to cut and connect PVC pipe, how to dig trenches, how to install the valve, and how to set the time for an irrigation system. Let Expert Village help you start your next landscaping project with this helpful new...
In this series of DIY video clips, expert contractor Dominic Capone demonstrates the simple process of how to install a shelving unit to drywall using anchors. These basic tips can be easily adapted to construct a closet, pantry or entertainment center. With the proper anchors, tools and instruction from these free video clips, you’ll be able to hang just about anything on drywall.
In this video series, let Denise Robinson show you some inexpensive ways to decorate your loft apartment. She shows you how to create a beautiful living room, dining room, office space, and bedroom. By adding simple things like window treatments, colorful rugs, and accent lights, you can completely change the look and feel of your loft apartment. Through her advice, you can save money and energy in decorating your loft. So, what are you waiting for? Learn how you can re-decorate loft apartmen...
In this series of informative videos, you will learn how to find flea market finds to use in home decoration. Flea market events are often crowded with people and crafts, so knowing what to look for is imperative. In the video titled “About Flea Markets,” you will learn more about the general idea and practices included in the flea market experience. Learn how to and whether bartering is appropriate in different flea market situations. Get tips on dealing with vendors and finding the right pr...
This set of videos will give you first hand knowledge of professional housecleaning tips. The best place to start is with a house cleaning schedule. Just like the rest of your life you have to make room and time to do things and cleaning is no different. Our experts advocate that you sit down with a calendar and chart out what cleaning needs to be done throughout the year. This will give you a date on which different chores need to get accomplished. Next learn all the supplies that you are go...
In this series of video clips, expert interior designer Craig Hale demonstrates how to properly hang a picture or other wall décor. You’ll learn what sorts of tools and drywall anchors you’ll need, as well as several design tips, including how to hang art at eye level, how to create a color scheme for multiple frames, and how to group various sizes of wall hangings in vertical, symmetrical and asymmetrical design schemes. Craig shows you various techniques for hanging plates, sconces and othe...
In this series of instructional video clips you'll learn how to build the perfect tool kit for your home improvement needs. Expert Carolyn Saylors offers tips on choosing the right type of box to store your tools in, and shows you step-by step what tools are absolutely necessary to keep in your home. She explains the various types of screwdrivers, including torque and all-in-one models, the most commonly used types of pliers, wrenches and ratchet kits, drill bits, small saws, levels and hamme...
A miter saw used to refer either to a large unpowered backsaw or metal frame saw with replaceable blades suspended on rollers in a metal guide that allowed making accurate crosscuts and miter cuts. These types of miter saws are still sold, the Nobex brand being notable. Today, they are generally used in picture framing but have largely been displaced by the power tool in carpentry and joinery operations.
This video series leaves nothing to the imagination when it comes to cleaning the kitchen. Atiya covers everything from cleaning the refrigerator to wiping down walls.
In this online video series learn from expert freelance florist Amelia Tallman as she teaches how to design floral arrangements, how to use floral foam, and what tools to use when creating an arrangement.
In this video series you will learn several easy and fun ideas for your child to participate in that will challenge him or her and bring their creativity to the surface. It will walk you step by step through each craft and tell you what materials you will need as well as give you alternatives to certain types of materials. This fifteen video series will keep you and your Toddler occupied for hours of fun and creativity and give your child something to be proud of once he or she is done.
Sibylle Walters shows us how to teach preschool gymnastics. Part 1 of 15 - How to Teach preschool gymnastics.
In this series of educational videos you'll learn how to perform a science experiment using everyday household items that demonstrates Bernoulli's theorem. Expert science instructor Scott Thompson shows you how to use a plastic bottle, ping pong ball, shop vacuum and a golf ball to illustrate the physical force of air pressure on an object. It’s the basic principle of physics that keeps birds and airplanes in the sky.
This project is great for educational purposes or just having fun with your kids. Watch and see how to create a balloon hovercraft out of balloons and cds.
This series gives some great ideas on ways that you can nurture and encourage your child's imagination. The videos cover reading, pretending, music, exercises and environments like water and sand, that will all help your child be more creative.
Rachel Dayan shows us how to make animals out of clay with children. Part 1 of 17 - How to Use clay with kids.
In this series of instructional how-to videos, our expert teaches you all about theater games for kids. Get great ideas for introducing theater techniques to children of all ages. Watch a special introduction to theater games from our expert actor. Learn about different acting and theater exercises such as mirror exercises, facial expression exercises, mood games, music games, and prop games. Teach a child how to perform a monologue or a one-sided conversation. Watch as our expert guides you ...
In this video series, learn how to work from home while raising children. Get important time management tips, and learn techniques for setting up a home office that’s far enough away from the children’s play area, while still being kid-friendly. Also learn about setting boundaries to help keep your workspace and your time on the job reserved for running your home business.
This video series will show you tips, techniques and information about how to teach your children to read and what methods are most useful in certain cases. Our expert, Debbie Noah, not only explains how children comprehend reading but also ways to make it fun for them and gives you tips on where and when reading to your child is most effective.
In this instructional video clip series, our expert will show you how to make many types of simple crafts with your children using easy to find materials. Show you child how to make simple Christmas and holiday crafts, projects using simple materials like clothes hangers and clay, dinosaur projects and much more!
This series shows you how to make two different types of friendship bracelets: an easy bracelet and then a rainbow bracelet. So if you're looking for a blast from the past, or have kids that are going through the friendship bracelet phase, this video will help you out.
In this video series you will learn several game ideas that don't involve a board, dice or cards and can be played by any group virtually anywhere. They can give you and your group or party hours of entertainment and possibly help you design your own game to play in the future. There are no rules to what you can come up with. Each video walks you step by step through the rules and details of each game designed by our professional party planner, Brenda Borg.
In this kids’ crafts video series, learn how to nurture the growth of your child’s mind and imagination, as well as how to train them to create—through clay pottery in this instance. Our expert will give you some basic instruction on how to make pottery and what craft supplies you need. Then get some free ideas and projects to work on, including a Christmas ornament and a pinch pot. Finally, learn how to use a pottery wheel, and how to teach your kids to use one.
In this video series, watch as expert seamstress Karen Weisman teaches how to mend, patch, and hem clothes. Learn how to replace a button, how to thread a needle, how to use a sewing machine to fix buttons, how to remove old buttons from clothing, how to use a hand sewn blind stitch to mend rips in clothing, how to use a machine sewn satin stitch to fix holes in clothes, how to hem pants, how to use a cuffed hem on pants, how to hem pants with a straight stitch, how to hem skirts, and how to ...
From amongst our village of experts, we have chosen sewing master Karen Weisman to demonstrate three different styles of beaded hemp bracelets. She talks you through each step in the creation of square and spiral knots as well as a combination of both. By following along with these clips, viewers will soon be able to create their very own hemp masterpiece.
Watch these series of antique collecting videos to find out just what qualities make these oil lamps valuable. Our antiquing expert discusses the rarity of different patterns and chimneys and how to determine the ways condition affects their value. She also tells you how to use your prize lamp safely and even the best way to display them. You may not get your three wishes, but you can still have a satisfying collection of lamps.
In this video series, learn all about collecting those treasured Christmas tree ornaments. These unique objects remind us of some of the best times we have all year; and they come in so many colors, shapes, and sizes that they offer a world of collecting potential to the ornament connoisseur. Our expert will show you how to get your collection started, and she’ll talk about a few things you need to know when choosing pieces, including determining value, age, how to display, and how to store y...
In this series of magic videos, our professional magician demonstrates basic sleight of hand tricks such as the French drop and false transfer in a clear and easy-to-follow manner. He also performs several tricks using cups and balls and explains these routines in detail. He even shows you how to use a magic wand. Now that you know this magician's secret, make it your own.
In this series of magic videos from our professional magician, learn how to do a variety of basic tricks with props that you can find laying around almost any office. Got a spoon for your coffee cup? Then bend it to the delight of your co-workers. Got spare change sitting on top of your desk? Fold those coins and everyone else will wonder just what else you are capable of...
In this video series, Malik Haddadi shows you how to perform some simple mind reading and prediction tricks. Learn how to predict which objects your co-workers will choose. Also, learn how to successfully read what color of marker your friends have picked. Malik also shows you the famous 1089 calculator prediction. So, what are you waiting for? You can start mystifying your co-workers today!
