In this video, we learn how to insulate an attic pull down with Roy Honican. Doing this can help keep your home warmer and more energy efficient. First, measure around the top of the attic so you can build a box that will stand on top of it. To build the box, use foam board that is 1" thick. Cut the size to the sizes you just measured. After this, use foam tape to tape all the pieces together. Once you're done with this, you will have a large box and you will be ready to go back upstairs. Pla...
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a rose, step by step. start off drawing the petals of the rose, making the inside of the flower first. After this, start to draw in more details and draw around the inside of the flower, making the rose larger and larger. After you have done this, draw on the stem underneath where the petals are, and add leaves onto the stem. Continue to add in any details that you see fit throughout the picture. When you are done drawing, color it if you prefer, then si...
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a variety of prom dresses. First, you will need to start out by drawing the dresses on different body shapes. Make dresses that are long, short, and knee-length. After this, use a marker to draw the outline of the body and the dress, then start to add in the pleats and the dress details. Add on scarves and other items to the different types of dresses, then continue doing this for the different types of dresses and body shapes. When you are done, draw in...
In this video, we learn how to make tasty baked chicken with Kai. First, take your chicken and add in 1-2 tsp of seasoned salt. Next, add in 1 tbsp Chinese spices. Next, mix all of these together so the herbs and spices cover up all the pieces of chicken. Let this sit and marinate for around 30 minutes, then place on a baking sheet. Bake these in the oven for 1 hour on 375 degrees. When these are done cooking, bring them out of the oven and let cool and sit for around 10 minutes. When they ar...
In this tutorial, we learn how to properly build a firepit. First, prep your base by filling it with dirt and small rocks. After this, set your ring down onto the dirt and make sure it's level. You can also raise it up if you want a foot rest or beverage holder. Next, apply your stone around the ring and then mortar it. Make sure all the pieces of stone fit nice and tight together. After you've done this, lock in all the joints on the stone patio by using sand and brushing it into the middle....
In this video, we learn how to do the choreography for Ke$ha's "Take it off". Start off on the ground doing a count of eight while moving your hands up your body, then pop up and move back down. After this, you want to twist your head around and then move to the side while walking and placing your hands over your face. Make sure to count in steps of eight, then walk back while shaking your body and clap with your wrists. After this, move your arms to the music and act like you are in a car wh...
Dina teaches us how to do the Turkish get up exercise with a kettlebell in this tutorial. You want to start off on the ground dong stretches to get your body prepared for this. After you are ready, you will grab the kettlebell and start to do various exercises that work all the different parts of your body. You will need to make sure you maintain control of your muscles while you are doing this, so you have the best results when you are finished and you don't pull a muscle. Do different arm a...
In this video, we learn how to embroider with beads and sequins. First, push the needle through the bottom of the cloth into the top where the sequin is at. After this, continue to thread in beads and more sequins. Make sure you are pulling through on the bottom so you attach the beads to the thread and they don't fall off. When you are done with this, you will push the needle through the top of the cloth, then tie it at the bottom and cut off the excess thread. When done, you will have a bea...
This video tutorial belongs to the Computers & Programming category which is going to show you how to reformat a computer. For doing this you will need your computer and the operating system CD. Turn on the computer and load the CD. Then keep tapping f8. Your computer will now load from the CD. When the set up options page comes up, select the 'set up windows' option. Thereafter select the number of partitions that you want to create in your hard drive. The hard drive is now reformatted and t...
Jason Lee teaches us how to style your hair with a basic blow-dry in this tutorial. Once you get out of the shower, use a heat protector all over it. After this, grab a blow dryer that has a nozzle at the end of it. Start to blow dry the hair while pointing the dryer down the hair, then grab a round brush and start to dry in sections. Once you are done with each section, allow the hair to curl. Do this over the entire head of hair in sections until you're completely done drying the hair. Styl...
Want to know how to add contributors to your WordPress blog so other people can post to it? This clip will show you precisely how it's done. Every version of WordPress brings with it new features, new functions and new ways of doing things. Fortunately, the very same technology that allows an open-source blog publishing application like WordPress to exist in the first place also makes it easy for its users to share information about its features through videos like this one. Take a look.
You know those sugary sweet jelly fruit slices you can get in little packets at every grocery and convenience store? Well, we've found a way for you to enjoy them without busting out of your belt.
Fish tacos have never been so elegant. While pondering on the subject of fish tacos usually brings to mind mid-afternoon jaunts to Rubio's after a long soccermatch, tacos can be prepared and presented in a very high class manner if done right.
In this tutorial, we learn how to do interval cardio training. Start off on the treadmill going at a pace that is easy for you. Increase the intensity of the treadmill every two minutes. After two more minutes go back to normal. Continue doing this raising your intensity each time you start a new two minutes. You can increase it by doing a higher speed, higher incline, or anything else. When you feel like you can't do anymore, log what speed or intensity you were at. Continue to do this exerc...
In this tutorial, we learn how to do a cabled pleat. First, do three stitches onto the cable need and hold them in front. Then, slide the needles together and start knitting on each needle with the separate needle. Continue to do this until you are done. You will then put four stitches on the cable needle and then hold them parallel again. You will continue doing this process until you have reached the end of your row. This may take you a few times to accomplish, but practice can help. If the...
In this video, we learned how to repair a crashed 3D helicopter. If you have a crashed helicopter that isn't flying or is flying off center, repair it. You will have to have some knowledge of how to repair helicopters, and know which part is broken. Repair the parts that are broken and when you are done you will need to replace all the parts that you previously removed. After you are done with this, you will be able to turn the helicopter back on and test its flying abilities. If the helicopt...
In this video, we learn how to do sit ups to lose love handles. First you will need to lay down facing the ceiling and cross your arms over your chest. Raise your body up using your stomach and try to touch your elbows to your knees. Continue to do this and remember to breathe while you are doing this. Do as many crunches as you can, and try to do different variations to change things up. When you are finished, do more exercises and stretch your body out. Doing these every day can help you lo...
In this tutorial, we learn how to drift using the handbrake. First start off by driving and then pull the emergency brake and use the steering wheel to guide your car and drift. There is a sequence to using the gas and brake petal while you are doing this, to keep an even balance while you are drifting and you won't lose control of your vehicle. Start to do this when you get up to around 80 miles an hour. Practice doing this with a professional on a closed course. This is extremely dangerous ...
In this video, we learn how to draw people in motion. Start off by drawing a shoulder and an arm. After this, draw the body, then continue down to draw the legs. Next, draw the head on the body and draw the second body dancing with the first one. Draw the clothes on then add details to make it look more realistic. Once you add lines in around the people, it gives the illusion of them moving their feet. Draw in the dance floor, then finished with additional lines around the figured. When done,...
In this tutorial, we learn how to make an animated GIF from a video clip. First, open up your video clip on your computer. Next, open up MediaCoder onto your desktop and convert your video into an AVI file. After this is done loading, open up GIMP software, then click on options, and then extract video. Now, change the preferences and click enter. After this, you will load your video clip, which will take up to 10 minutes. Next, choose playback and then click and change the frame speed to pic...
In this tutorial, we learn how to train your dog to close a door. To do this, you must first have a positive approach and a motivator that your dog enjoys. Instead of asking the dog to close the door right away, you will reward the dog with small steps along the way. Train your dog with first giving them a post it note and giving them a treat when they touch it with their nose and making a click noise. Keep doing this, and when the dog is by the door, have them shut this and they will underst...
In this tutorial, we learn how to make a left-hand crochet Valentine's puffy heart. You will need: a size G crochet hook and yarn. Start by working a chain of three then forming a loop and doing a chain one. After this, work 9 single crochets through the center of the ring. Next, do 18 single crochets making the first stitch on a single crochet. Keep doing 18 single crochets around the circle you have created. After this, make one single crochet for a total of 18. The edges will start to curl...
In this tutorial, we learn how to perform clutch-less shifting on a motorcycle. You will put a lot of pressure on your toe going up, then close the valves. It's been said that this is bad for your bike, but that depends on the person who is driving it. It takes a lot of practice to figure out how to do this, so take your time when doing this. Also, don't practice this in a busy street because you run the risk of losing concentration and hitting other vehicles. Don't do this often, so you don'...
In this Electronics video tutorial you will learn how to use the ScreenSplitr and DemoGod iPhone apps. First you download something called DemoGod. Once you have done that download ScreenSplitr from Cydia on your iPhone. It is very easy to use this application. To turn it on, you just open it up and it will turn on. To turn it off just open it again and it will turn off. After you download DemoGod open it up and you will get the 'welcome to DemoGod' screen. You will get a pop up accept or rej...
In this tutorial, we learn how to hang drywall in your own home. Hanging your own drywall will save you a lot of money, but it takes a lot of time. You will first need to start on the ceiling and then secure the drywall with screws. You will have to use a saw to make boxes for electrical boxes. When finished hanging the walls, you will need to apply compound to the walls and then paint over it when you are finished. Hanging your own drywall can save you tens of thousands of dollars over profe...
Though it's not typical for idrawgirls to focus on the male gender, don't count this tutorial out if you're looking for good instructions on how to draw a zombie. This male zombie is being drawn in MS Paint, and you can watch the drawing take place while listening to the commentary on what's being done and what needs to be done to create the living dead. But don't fret, there is a wonderfully drawn woman right next to the horrific zombie, so it's not that far of a departure for drawgirls.
In this tutorial, we learn how to perform basic skate tricks. To start, you need to know which end is the front and back of the skateboard. Flip the board over and look to see that there are four wheels on the bottom of it. To get on the board, put it in front of you and put one foot where the wheels are then one foot in the middle. To get off the board, lean on the tail and walk off. When you are ready to move, put your foot in the middle and use your other foot to push off. You can now prac...
In this video, we learn how to keep dust to a minimum in your home. First, keep an eye on your furnace and make sure that when you are doing home repairs, it doesn't get onto your furnace. Also, make sure your filters throughout the home are clean or replaced very often, especially while you are doing home projects. Also, keep windows closed, especially while it's windy outside, because this can let dust enter your home easily. You should also avoid extra aggressive sweeping, because this can...
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...
The great thing about woodworking is the ability to do whatever you want to something using various styles and tools. Whether you're making a bird house or a table, there are plenty of ways that this can be done.
Using the My Page Order plugin, you can simply and easily change the order of the pages on your WordPress navigation bar (or nav bar for short). See how it's done with this free video blogger's guide. Every version of WordPress brings with it new features, new functions and new ways of doing things. Fortunately, the very same technology that allows an open-source blog publishing application like WordPress to exist in the first place also makes it easy for its users to share information about ...
Doing a low back relief exercise can make your body feel more relaxed, and stretch out your muscles. First, lay down on your back with your arms at a T, and cross your right leg over your left. Deep inhale and when you exhale, let your knees drop to your right. As you are doing this, turn your left pinky finger to the wall behind you. When you inhale, go back to your regular position. The left shoulder should stay down and the outer edge of the left foot should go up to the ceiling. Keep repe...
Fishing may seem like an easy hobby, but things can go wrong really quickly if people don't know what they're doing. One things that can happen is the set up of the spinning reel. This needs to be taken care of correctly and not doing so can result in damage to the rod and can ruin your day. So in this tutorial, you'll find out how to line behind the bail on a spinning outfit. It's an easy fix and will make your fishing experience much better. Sit back and enjoy!
Knowing how to do things yourself when it comes to your car, is very important. Not only can you save time by doing it yourself, but you save a bunch of money which is big during this time. So in this tutorial, you'll be taught how to change the headlights to a 2010 Hyundai Accent. It's easy to do and can be done in less than an hour. So good luck and enjoy!
Here's another Red Dead Redemption achievement tutorial for all you hunters out there. In this video, you'll have to be able to have access to the North in RDR. Once you do, find the buffalo and shoot as many as you can but let them run off. Then setup camp or fast travel to another place and comeback. Keep doing this until you've killed the last buffalo. Once that is done, the Manifest Destiny achievement is yours. So good luck and enjoy RDR!
Do you hate doing crunches but desire six pack abs? Well, most would say "good luck!" but this video from Turbulence Training Secrets is here to tell you different. Learn how to do ab-working core circuit training without laying on the ground and doing endless reps of crunches and sit-ups that can hurt your lower back. Learn how to get rid of that buldge on your belly with help from this video!
Whether you are just starting out doing Chinese calligraphy and painting or a have been doing it your whole life, practice is crucial. Rather than wasting ink, paint, and paper on practice pieces that you are going to discard or throw away afterwards, now you can use a Buddha Board! These devices allow you to use a waterbrush pen and water, no paper, ink, or paint, to create images that will disappear after the water dries! No mess, no waste, just an effective way to practice your art and sav...
Blackbird is one of the best and most well-known songs Paul McCartney songs done by The Beatles. The original version features very sparse guitar playing as the only instrumentation, but like most songs it can be translated to the piano, as has been done here. The video highlights all of the chords and which hands to play them with, which should have you playing the lights out of this beautiful, melancholy tune as quickly as your skill allows. It moves pretty fast, so keep up!
So, you're browsing the web on your iPhone using Safari, and you come across a picture you really want to keep forever and ever… what do you do? You can save it directly to your phone! But how do you download that web image? Best Buy has answers. The Best Buy Mobile team explains how simple it is to save web images from Safari on your Apple iPhone.
In this clip, you will learn the secrets to doing a seemingly impossible card trick. This trick requires two cards and some sneaky fingers. Make it appear as though the you are sliding two cards in and out of each other, and that one of them has magically reversed itself. This trick will amaze you when you learn how it is really done, and will definitely impress any audience. So have fun with it and shock your friends!
