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How To: Tease your long hair

With this tutorial, we learn how to tease your long hair. First, grab your hair on the top of your head in sections. Then, raise it straight up in the air and spray hair spray on it. After this, use a paddle brush to comb the hair down and create a nest of teased hair. After this, spray on more hair spray to set it and continue to do this all the way to the back of your hair until you've gotten all of it teased. From here, you will do this to the sides as well. To finish, gently brush your ha...

How To: Pierce your American Girl dolls' ears easily

In this video, we learn how to pierce your American Girl dolls' ears! Start out by taking a pencil and marking the ear where you want to pierce it at. Then, take a thumb tack and poke it through the ear where you marked it with the pencil. Then, pull it out and do the same process to the other ear. To help, pull the hair up in a ponytail so the hair is out of the way while you're doing this. Next, give the doll to an adult and grab a #42 drill bit. Put the drill into the same hole and then ge...

How To: Draw portraits

In this tutorial, we learn how to draw portraits. First, you will use a light touch of the pencil to draw the outline of the face and hair. Make sure to include the jaw bone and create a line for the chin. Next, use the side of the pencil to draw on the shading underneath the features of the face, which you will gently outline with the pencil as well. As you add more detail, you will increase the color with the pencil to create a bolder image. After this you will draw in the ears and the hair...

How To: Ollie on a skateboard for beginners

In this tutorial, we learn how to ollie on a skateboard for beginners. To start, your front foot needs to be right behind the front bolts with the ball of your shoe hanging off. Your back foot needs to be on the end of the skateboard. Now you will try to do the ollie. Put your feet into position and then bend down. From here, you will pop the skateboard gently by pressing your foot back on the lip of the board. Don't try to hit it as hard as you can when popping it. From here, you will finish...

How To: Drill porcelain tile like a professional

In this tutorial, we learn how to drill porcelain tile like a professional. You will first need to get a blade that is round and very sharp. Place this on the porcelain and then gently rock the blade back and forth until it cuts the tile all the way through. Make sure you place tap underneath this to catch any of the dust and debris that flies away from you while you're cutting. Remember not to use really strong force to the drill while you are using it, to prevent any wrong cuts on the porce...

How To: Install a toilet seat

In this video, we learn how to install a toilet seat. Start off by screwing the screws into the knots on the base of the toilet seat. After this, you will lay this down gently on top of the toilet and line up the screws. After this, you will go underneath the toilet. While you're down there, you will need to place on the screws to make sure that the toilet seat and the toilet are down securely. Once you are done, your toilet seat will be installed and it will be brand new and ready to use. En...

How To: Style short hair for work

In this video, we learn how to style short hair for work. When you are styling short hair, it can be difficult at first but you can make it look great. Start out by straightening your hair and make sure it's dry. Then, grab some rollers and place them in your hair at the top and keep them in place with some bobby pins. After this, you will spray hair spray on top of the curlers and leave them in while you are straightening the bottom of the front of the hair to create a shine. After this, tak...

How To: Cut a pineapple

In this video, we learn how to cut a pineapple. First, take your pineapple and remove the leaves from it. Then, using a sharp knife you will cut off both ends of the pineapple. From here, turn the fruit on one side and gently cut the edges off of it with the sharp knife. Continue to do this all the way around the pineapple until there is no more skin left on it. After this, you will place the fruit on it's side and cut it into thick slices. After this, take each individual slice and cut the r...

How To: Apply a black & white masquerade mask with makeup

In this video we learn how to apply a black & white masquerade mask with makeup. Start off by drawing on a white mask around your face with white eyeliner, filling it in. Then, apply white shadow over this to make it a matte finish. From here, draw lines coming out of the mask with the white eyeliner all around the mask. Color in around the lines with black and then blend them out gently towards the outer area of the face. Then, define the inner mask with black eyeshadow and apply false lashe...

How To: Make a rose out of a bar napkin

In this video, we learn how to make a rose out of a bar napkin. First, take your pointer finger and thumb and get them moist. Then, grab the upper right hand corner of the napkin and gently roll it over. After this, keep rolling it towards yourself until you have rolled the entire thing. Next, roll then entire napkin up in a cylinder and find the tip in the middle. Grab this and then twist it to bring it out to the top. then, go down a few inches and squeeze and twist. Flare out the petals an...

How To: Change your toilet into a silent clocing toilet seat

In this video, we learn how to change your toilet into a silent toilet seat. A silent toilet seat will shut itself by going down slowly without the loud slam. To remove the old toilet seat, go to the back flaps and pop them up. Remove the plastic screws with a screwdriver and then set them aside. Replace this with your new toilet seat and screw the screws back into the back. Now, lift your seat and the lid up and tap them gently. After this, the toilet seat will slowly start to lower and clos...

How To: Style natural curls

In this tutorial, we learn how to style natural curls. First, spray some water in your hair all over the place so it's just damp but not completely wet. After this, you will need to put the moisture back in the tips of your hair so it's healthier. To do this, you will need to use any moisturizer that works with your hair type and gently work it into the tips of your hair after working into the palms of your hands. Also put this in the underneath section of your head and then work through the ...

How To: Massage the feet

In this tutorial, we learn how to massage the feet with Vicky Letch. You want to start off by rubbing oil on your hands and on the foot as well. Bring your hands from the top of the toes going down to the ankle, then bring your hands back up. Cup the foot so there is one hand on the top of the foot and one on the bottom. Next, use your fingers to massage the bottom of the toes and along the top and bottom ridges of the foot. Work gently to avoid any sensitive areas and muscles. Use your knuck...

How To: Fly RC helicopters

In this video, we learn how to fly RC helicopters. The controls need to be moved very gently. The control on the left makes the helicopter move up and down when you push it up and down with your two fingers. When you swerve and move the controller it will move the helicopter as well. Move the sticks each way that you want the helicopter to go. Move the right stick to move the nose of the helicopter and make sure it's right in front of you at all time. Turns will be done with the left stick. P...

How To: Trim your dog's nails without cutting

In this tutorial, we learn how to trim your dog's nails without cutting them. Before you begin, you will need a Dremel tool with a sandpaper drum attached. Now, have your dog sit down and place their paw up on your knee. Now. grab the tool and gently place it on the tip of the dog's nail. Do this on each of the nails, until you have trimmed all of the nails. Make sure you don't trim down too much or push too hard, this could cause a burn on the dog's nail or injure them severely. Keep treats ...

How To: Get a spunky hairdo with a fishtail braid

In this video, we learn how to get a spunky hairdo with a fishtail braid. First, make sure you have straight and clean hair, then grab a teasing comb and tease from the back of your hair up to the front to give your hair a more volumized look. Spray with hair spray, then let the hair down and gently brush the top to make it appear soft and not tangled. Once you're done, bring the hair back and place into a side pony tail, tied with an elastic behind your ear. Now, take a rat tail comb and lif...

How To: Tie the Celtic heart knot

In this video, we learn how to tie the Celtic heart knot. Start off with your rope and make a loop in the middle of it. Now, bring the working en on the right side into the loop so you have a circle. Now, bring that end back into the knot and braid it through the other loop. Next, push this through the bottom loop, then braid it through the lines that are on the shape. After this, you will see a heart shape start to form. Pull gently on the heart with both sides of the rope and shape the midd...

How To: Remove window tint with a steam cleaner

In this tutorial, we learn how to remove window tint using a steam cleaner. First, take your steam cleaner and plug it in so that it's hot. Now, put it into the crack of the window and spray the steam, while gently pulling the window tint down. If you do this slowly enough, you will not have any glue residue left onto your window. The glue is hard to get off, so it's recommended to go very slowly while you are doing this. Each window will take up to 40 minutes, but it will be worth it. When f...

How To: Fix American Girl Doll Nicki's hair

You will need to begin by brushing her hair out, in order to remove all of the knots and tangles. Brush it gently. Don't pull it too much. Section the hair. Pin half of her hair up. Then, brush out the lower section. Then, twist curl her hair. Take a small section of her hair and twist it in a one direction. This will make spiral curls. Next, remove half of the hair that it pinned up. Pin the remaining hair. Then, twist curl this section, as you did the lower section. Once you've worked your ...

How To: Clean an aluminum Apple keyboard by removing its keys

In this tutorial, we learn how to clean an aluminum Apple keyboard. You will need: soap , q-tips, and water. First, remove each individual key to your keyboard gently, then, clean off the keys and the inside with a mixture of soap and water on a q-tip. When finished, place your key back onto the keyboard. Repeat this step for your entire keyboard, making sure to be gentle when you remove and replace the keys back on. Don't do more than two at a time or you run the risk of forgetting where the...

How To: Make tasty whipped cream

In this tutorial, we learn how to make tasty whipped cream with Marie. First, put in heavy cream to a mixing bowl, then add in almond extract. Whip this mixture with an electric mixer until you get heavy folds in the combination. Start out at a low speed so you don't get splashes going everywhere in your kitchen. It will take several minutes to get to the right consistency. When the mixture starts to grow, gently fold in your sugar to the mixture. Only add in a small amount at a time until al...

How To: Remove CD and DVD scratches with an apple

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to remove CD/DVD scratches with an apple. This task is very easy, simple and fast to do. The material required for this task are an apple and cotton wool. Begin by butting the apple in half and apply the fresh apply onto the scratches part of the disc. Remember to rub gently on the disc. This should be done for 5-10 minutes. Now take the cotton and wipe the disc dry with it. This video will benefit those viewers who have a scratched CD/DVD, and would ...

How To: Clean a hummel figurine

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to clean a Hummel figurine. The materials required for this task are: light fluid or ammonia, warm water soft cloth and a toothbrush. Begin by mixing the fluid into some warm water and dipping the cloth into the water. With the wet cloth, apply it onto the figurines and rub it gently. If you can't remove the stubborn spot, use the toothbrush and clean in a back-and-forth or circular motion. This video will benefit those viewers who collect Hummel figu...

How To: Effectively remove CD & DVD scratches with toothpaste

In this tutorial, we learn how to effectively remove DVD and CD scratches by using toothpaste! First, you will need to grab the CD or DVD that is scratched and then grab a tube of toothpaste. Next, rub some toothpaste onto the middle of your item. Now rub your finger on the toothpaste until the toothpaste covers the entire DVD or CD. Now, let the item sit for just a few minutes, and grab a clean, dry, and very soft wash cloth. After a few minutes, gently rub off the toothpaste with the soft w...

How To: Do a yoga handstand with variations for beginners

In this tutorial, Dina Prioste shows us how to do deep handstands. You will need a yoga strap and a wall to do this. Start off by getting on all fours and then gently raising your legs onto the wall one at a time. Raise one leg directly up from the wall and then raise the other to make an "L" shape with your legs. If you have trouble doing this, grab a yoga strap and secure it around your triceps. Now, face towards the wall and practice kicking up until your legs are raised against the wall. ...

How To: Pack lamp shades for storage or moving

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to pack lampshades. Most lampshades are packed into 4 cu ft cartons. Begin by placing crushed paper into the bottom of the box. Then place clean sheets of packing paper over each side of the box, making sure that the flaps and inside wall of the box is covered. Now carefully place the lampshade top-down into the box. Then spread clean packing paper over the shade. Now gently place the smaller shade into the larger shade and pack in the remaining packi...

How To: Clear your mind using a yoga mantra meditation

Dina Prioste wants you to clear your mind by using simple mantra meditation, and show us how to in this video tutorial. This is a great exercise to use if you have creative block and need help relaxing and clearing your mind. First, begin sitting comfortably on a pillow or folded blankets. Bring your left hand inside your right hand with your palms facing up and your thumbs gently touching. Now close your eyes and sit up tall while breathing through the nose. Begin to observe the sound of you...

How To: Tease your hair to get tons of volume

In this tutorial, Kandee shows us how to tease hair and get a lot of volume. First, take a small section of hair and use a round bristle brush to brush the underneath of your hair inwards. After doing this, make sure to use hair spray and style your hair as you like. You can use this technique on both the underneath and top sections of your hair, as well as on the back. When you tease the back of your hair, just pull it straight up and comb against the hair while you're holding it up. When yo...

How To: Make a candy butterfly with your kids

This video tutorial focuses on two things that can interest kids: candy and butterflies. Butterflies are beautiful creatures that are great to look at and move so gently every kid wants to touch one. And candy is, well, candy. It's sweet, tasty, and can make any frown turn upside down. So check out this tutorial and find out how to combine both these interests into one. Enjoy!

How To: Make homemade goat cheese

This video shows you how to make a homemade goat cheese.The main in gredients are 2 litres of milk and 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar.In a large pot,heat the milk,stirring continously.Bring this to a boil and keep stirring.Turn the heat off and slowly add the vinegar.Continue the stirring for some time.Take the pot off the heat and keep it aside until the milk curdles.Keep stirring.Place a coleander pot in a large bowl and put a cheese cloth on top of it.Now pour the curdled milk on this clot...

How To: Make lip scrub with olive oil+sugar for healthy lips

This video demonstrates how to make lip scrub with olive oil and sugar for healthy lips. This scrub promotes healthy lips. The ingredients are sugar and olive oil. You also need a glass and a toothbrush. First, add 1 teaspoon of sugar to a glass. Then add 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil to the glass. Mix the ingredients well. Use the scrub mixture on a toothbrush to scrub your lips with. Scrub well but gently. Then rinse and dry off your lips with a towel. Next apply a lip balm smoothly over your l...

How To: Pan for real gold

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to pan for gold. Users will need a gold pan. Begin by add some dirt and rocks into the pan. Then pan has ridges that will keep the gold in the pan. Dip the pan and fill it in some water. Now gently shake the pan from side to side for 20-30 seconds. The gold will sink to the bottom as you shake. Then slightly tilt the pan forward to pour out some water as you're shake the pan. This video will benefit those viewers who are interested in searching for mi...

How To: Make a puffed up tissue flower

This video shows you how to make a puff flower ball using tissue paper.Spread out a tissue paper,of any colour,on a table.Keep one of the short ends of the paper,facing you and away from you.Then fold it back and forth,from one short to the other side until the whole of the tissue paper is used up.Fold this into half and release.Take a piece of ribbon and tie it on the center.Give the edges a pointed, partyish look by cutting them using a pair of scissors.Now take a single piece of tissue pap...

How To: Straighten your hair using hair straighteners

Leo Bancroft with Handbag demonstrates how to straighten your hair with a hair straightener. First, use good clips to section off your hair. Fasten the clip to your hair in a straight line and then fold the excess hair up. Comb through the hair to ensure that you are not straightening any knots. Apply the flat iron to the hair without using a clamping motion. Gently glide the hair straightener over the hair shaft with the comb or brush guiding the hair straightener through the hair. Using the...

How To: Use squeeze bottles to decorate cookies

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to use squeeze bottles to decorate cookies. Using a squeeze bottle is more easier than using pastry bag. This video reveals 3 sizes of squeeze bottles. There is an 8 oz, 2 oz and 3 oz. To get icing into a squeeze bottle, put the icing into a bag and clip the corner with scissors. Then gently squeeze the bag to let the icing go into the bottle. This video will benefit those viewers who enjoy baking and making cakes, and would like to learn how to use a...

How To: Pan for gold using "backwash & tap" method

The video shows how to pan for gold using the backwash and tap method. Take about a quarter cup of Georgia concentrate and add to a panning tray (looks like a shallow bowl with ridges). Add some water to cover and gently move the mixture around to wash off the lighter sand and dirt particles (gold is heavier and will sink to the bottom). Resettle the mixture at the bottom and start over, continuing to wash off the sand until you start to see specks of gold along the side. Keep resettling the ...

How To: Remove and clean grout from a tile patch area

To remove grout from a tile patch area, use a scouring pad on a sponge to gently go ontop of the tiles to remove grout and see where you need to rub harder, but dont rub hard on the actual joint. Don't get your sponge too wet. Once you have everything off the tiles, work on the grout. Make sure you get the grout lines to make them look neat and clean. Make sure the seams are tight and flush, run your sponge over it to clean it up a bit. If you have a missing tile filled with grout, use a wet ...

How To: Remove acrylic nails without soaking or salons

This video shows you how to remove acrylic nails using a nail tip. It takes a long time to soak the nails in acetone to remove them, and this method is quicker. To do it, slide one of the corners under any part of the tip. Force it in and slide it over across the nail and you will be able to see the acrylic nail lift up. Gently work on it to pull the nail off. It might hurt a little bit. The nail will look kind of rough, so you'll have to file it, and use some nail strengthener. Nail technici...

How To: Plant bulbs

Scott from Spring Hill Nursery with Step by Step Gardening talks about planting fall bulbs. Planting bulbs is very easy. You just need a shovel, good soil, and lots of water. The bulbs he plants are tulips bulbs, lily bulbs, glad corms, and iris rhizomes. All of these must be planted in the fall to bloom in the spring. It's easiest to dig one big hole - about 6-8" deep - and plant all of your bulbs at once. A random pattern yields a natural look. Once you've placed your bulbs, put about 2"-3"...