How To: Crochet a trinity stitch pattern
The trinity stitch looks very complicated, but this easy tutorial makes it simple to create a crochet pattern that has three columns of eyelets which punctuate your stitch.
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How To: Let Bill Nye the Science Guy Teach You How to Tie a Bow Tie
Tying a bow tie seems to be a lost art, but if you're a fashionable intellectual, there's no better way to dress up a shirt. So, if you're looking to improve your wardrobe without losing your geek-cred, take a lesson from The Science Guy himself, Bill Nye, on how to tie one stylish bow tie.
How To: Make a tee a stylish one shoulder tank
In this video, we learn how to make a tee a stylish one shoulder tank. First, lay your shirt down on a flat surface. After this, cut the shoulder off one side, then cut a diagonal line down the other side, removing the other shoulder completely. Next, take a round brass ring and attach it to the first shoulder to connect the front and back of the shirt. When you are done with this, you can wear your shirt and enjoy! If you want more of a professional look, you can sew the ends of the shirt so...
How To: Make a stylish bat sleeve
In this tutorial, we learn how to make a stylish bat sleeve. First, take a large piece of fabric and measure it from your shoulder to the armpit on the other arm. Now, fold the fabric up and mark pins where you want the cuts to be. Now, sew the seams where you placed the pins. Do this for both sides and when you are done you will have bat sleeves on a blouse in just a few short minutes. You can do this on any color of fabric and use different types of fabrics as well. Just make sure to measur...
How To: Make a belt out of zippers
This video shows how to make a simple and stylish belt out of three zippers, a square of wool, and a glue gun. For those who are not skilled at sewing, there is no sewing required in the making of this belt. Taking the hot glue gun, place glue lengthwise along the back of the middle zipper and glue the top and bottom zippers to the middle one. After this is done, get a large square of fabric such as wool and glue the ends of the 3 zippers to the fabric. This fabric will serve as the location ...
How To: Design a stylish bar with metalic text in Photoshop
This video instructs you on how to make a stylish bar with metallic text in Photoshop. First, you create a rectangular bar. Then create a layer with a stroke size of two pixels and a white color. Using the drop shadow on the menu, you set the opacity to sixty percent, distance to five pixels and size to about fifteen pixels. You will select gradient and create a gradient overlay. Then adjust your gradient and the text. Move it to the place you like best and you will have a bar with metallic t...
How To: Create designs on your destroyed jeans with sandpaper
MakeoverGirl1 presents a video on how to make your jeans look stylish by adding a design using sandpaper. The process is so simple that only a few things are needed for the job: a shape cut out in leather, cardboard or felt; a deck of playing cards; and a piece of sandpaper. Literally all you have to do is place the shape in the back pocket of the jeans, wrap the sandpaper over the deck of cards, and rub the jeans until you see the silhouette of your shape. After that, just rinse and dry. So,...
How To: Tie a scarf in a variety of ways
There are plenty of people out there are looking for the best way to functionally tie a scarf while still maintaining their sense of style. This video will show about five easy ways to tie your scarf quickly and easily. These methods are stylish and modern, guaranteed to make you look good. Watch the instructional video to find out exactly how to to tie your scarf in a stylish manner and protect yourself from the wind and cold this winter. Good Luck!
How To: Repurpose an old wool sweater into wool mittens
Got an old fugly wool reindeer sweater that's collecting dust in your closet? Don't just toss the warm coat because it's not very stylish. Instead, check out this crafting tutorial to learn how to repurpose an old wool sweater into cute wool mittens.
How To: Learn the basics of making an excellent Bento lunch
Bento is the Japanese style of pre-packed lunch that might be the most efficient and stylish lunch delivery system ever conceived. This video will teach you how the basics of making a Bento, and is the first video in a series on the topic.
How To: Curl your hair for beanies like Tsubasa Hime Gyaru
Usually when you curl your hair, your hair takes the spotlight. But what if it's below freezing outside and you want to look stylish while still keeping your noggin' warm?
How To: Make over a bland and boring blazer into something exciting
Have a boring, outdated blazer or jacket in your closet? This tutorial gives you some great ideas on how to turn a boring white linen blazer into something a little more stylish and trendy. You will need a sewing machine for most of these ideas.
How To: Make DIY upcycled wine glasses with Evette Rios
You don't need to get your wine glasses from Bloomingdale's for them to look elegant, chic, and stylish. In fact, if you're trying to squeeze entertaining into your budget right now, you can just pick up a wine glass set from Goodwill and make them your own by personalizing them.
How To: Apply chic makeup for glasses
In this cool makeup how-to video, the awesome Michelle Phan shows you how you can still wear makeup and look great with glasses. In this video, you'll find out how you can makeup work for you even if you have to wear frames, and look chic and stylish at the same time! Just watch and follow along with Michelle Phan.
How To: Make black and white origami sunglasses
Before you endeavor to make these stylish sunglasses, you should note that they're intended more for decor and play (think Lady Gaga's memorable smokey cigarette glasses in her music video for "Telephone") than for actual wear.
How To: Make a hip bubble skirt with Gianny L
DIY fashion guru Gianny L is well known for her ability to turn very blah-looking t-shirts and old pants into stylish, body contouring bikinis, bags, and even Halloween costumes.
How To: Create a cute and stylish side ponytail with a twist
In this tutorial, learn how to create an adorable look for summer. This side ponytail is a little bit retro and very funky for the warm weather. Give yourself a modern twist to a retro do with this cute side pony.
How To: Get started using the Barnes & Noble Nook e-reader
In this tutorial, learn all about the newest eBook reader from Barnes and Noble, the Nook. Nook is a fantastic reader that is slim, stylish and useful. Check out this 25 minute tutorial and see how to get started with your Nook with everything from opening the box to using all of its cool applications.
How To: Change the handlebar grips on your beach cruiser bike
Good handlebar grips can make your bike ride much more enjoyable. In this tutorial, learn how to remove the current grips on your cycle and replace them with better, comfier and more stylish versions.
How To: Style a boho summer updo for the beach
In this video, learn how to make a cute summer updo whether you are heading to work or the beach. This look is stylish, boho and great for keeping your hair away from your face in the summer sun. So, follow along and learn how to create a braided headband/braided bun intricate updo in just a few minutes! Have a great summer!
How To: Create a graduation hairstyle like Jenny Humphrey
In this video, learn how to create a cute, sweet graduation hairstyle that is classy and stylish. This style will look great with your cap and gown and is inspired by Jenny Humphrey from Gossip Girl. If you are graduating this year, give this look a try and congratulations!
How To: Repurpose an old skirt into an oversized tote bag
In this video, learn how to take things you find in thrift stores and repurpose them as cool, new items. In this clip, you will learn how to cut up a frumpy old skirt and turn it into an adorable, stylish oversized tote. This is a fun project that costs just a couple of bucks and will become a unique bag you will love for years to come!
How To: Create a Kat Von D inspired makeup look & style
In this tutorial, learn how to get a look inspired by Kat Von D, the superstar tattoo artist. Kat is super stylish and daring and with this look you will be a force to be reckoned with.
How To: Make Lady Gaga's four fingered gloves from "Telephone"
In her "Telephone" video, Lady Gaga wears very funky gloves multiple times. In the prison scene they are black, in the waitress part they are white and during her American flag inspired dance routine they're red.
How To: Style the ultimate summer boho braid
Check out this tutorial for a step by step on an adorable new summer style. This braid is the perfect mix of whimsical, stylish and bohemian and will work for any occasion.
How To: Make a jeweled cuff-style bracelet
Eco...in this case also meaning 'economize' as we take an item that would normally have been thrown away & use it to make a cool fashion statement piece! This project is dedicated to the Green Guru Challenge and just uses household scraps headed for the trash, and turns them into a stylish bracelet. Learn how to craft this bejeweled cuff bracelet by watching this video jewelry-making tutorial.
How To: Make a tote bag with recycled fabric
The helpful folks over at Threadbanger take today to teach us how to make a tote bag. And not just any tote bag, but one made from recycled material. It's stylish, environmentally conscious, and...actually that's it. Just those two things.
How To: Make a stand for your iPod Touch or iPhone with a cassette case
If you've got an iPhone or an iPod touch, there's a good chance you've also got a bunch of old cassette tape cases laying around. This video will show you a clever way to turn a cassette case into a stylish stand for your iOs device so you can watch movies, tv shows, and youtube videos in comfort.
How To: Hollow out a book for an eReader cover
If you're looking for a clever, stylish, way to disguise your Kindle or Nook, then you've found the right video. This video will show you how to hollow out a book to make an excellent cover for your eReader. The hollowed out book can make a great hiding place for anything.
How To: Create a Taylor Swift inspired loosely curled updo for medium length hair
Taylor Swift was born with a fabulous mane of curly hair, and she so obviously knows how to rock it. If you're digging her long princess curls, then check out this hairstyling tutorial to learn how to get her signature curly hair.
How To: Fold an origami English rose paper doll
The English rose has traditionally been a beautiful young woman who glows with beauty and sensibility. Yet she is also very English and possesses a stylish and endearing quirkiness.
How To: Fold an origami 3D man wearing a tuxedo
Okay, so you can probably tell by the picture of this project alone that it isn't for origami beginners. That being said, if you feel you are a true origami folding, finger aerobatic champion, then check out this video to learn how to fold a complex 3D man wearing a ruffled tuxedo.
How To: Add a cool tutting combo to add to your collection of dance moves
Tutting is one of the easiest and most stylish variations of popping, and it can make nearly any hip-hop dance routine more interesting. This video will teach you one cool tutting combo with great step-by-step instructions so that you can add it to your repertoire and use it to run people off the dancefloor.
How To: Style fishtail, 4-strand flat & 4-strand round braids
If you're a fan of braids, try these ones on for size. Not only will you learn one kind of braiding technique for your hair, but you'll learn three different ones: A stylish fishtail braid, a four-stranded flat braid, and a four-stranded round braid. Watch carefully and you could style you hair with these lovely braids, too!
How To: Create a cool logo using Photoshop CS4
If you need a cool, designer looking logo for your YouTube channel or website, check out this clip. This super easy to follow tutorial will show you how to make your brand really stand out with simple Photoshop techniques. Impress your subscribers and viewers with this stylish tool.
How To: Make a silver bangle bracelet in under three minutes
Bangle bracelets are really pretty and they are great for nearly any outfit or occasion. In this tutorial, learn how to make a super simple and very stylish bangle in less than three minutes! This bracelet is fun to make and easy to put together in a fashion pinch.
How To: Make a floral headband out of simple household items
In this clip, Elizabeth Gleeson shows us how to make a cute flowered headband a la Carrie Bradshaw from "Sex and the City" or Blair Waldorf from "Gossip Girl" using materials you already have around your home. This headband is easy to make and won't cost you much, and you will look incredibly stylish and great.
How To: Make a belt out of one of your dad's old ties
In this video, Elizabeth Gleeson shows you how to take one of your husband/dad/brother's old ties and turn it into a stylish belt in less than ten minutes.
How To: Create a vintage 1930's style manicure
Hair, makeup and clothing weren't the only things different in the early part of the 20th century.. you can't forget your manicure! The lovely ladies of yesteryear wore stylish rounded fingernails that complimented their classic looks. Learn how to create this very pretty nail art in just a few quick minutes with this clip from Super Kawaii Mama.
How To: Make old t-shirts into tote bags
If you have kids, chances are you also have a pile of t-shirts that said rapidly-growing little ones have outgrown. Rather than throw them out or donate them, make them into something new! This video from Threadbanger will teach you how to sew two old t-shirts into a fun new tote bag. It will be soft, durable, stylish, and free!