The xylophone is one of the most universal musical instruments, with variations existing in cultures throughout the globe. Build your own xylophone by following the instructions shown in this helpful video. You can make a xylophone out of found or recycled materials like wood or glass.
In this video tutorial, we learn how to perform variations on the same effect when performing card tricks. For more information about these presentation techniques and their execution, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started incorporating this trick into your own routines, watch this free video card magic lesson.
You've heard of the handstand, but what about an elbow stand? Elbow stands are actually easier than handstands, so anybody can do these. Katrina and Sloane teach you how to perform these elbow stands for gymnastics, dance and more. There are many fun variations to try out! Make sure you practice these elbow stands on a soft surface!
Crochet beautiful afghans, doilies, lace, or other accessories and projects using an elegant swirl pattern. Designed specifically for left-handed crochet workers, this tutorial shows you several different patterns which are all variations on the same basic swirl. All you need is a crochet needle and thread in the color of your choice.
There's no doubting that when it comes to style, there are so many different variations and ways to express yourself. Sometimes clothes at local department stores or clothing shops just can't cut it. Maybe the best option is to make your own piece of clothing that you'll be proud of This tutorial will give you the tools needed to help make a simple dress. Enjoy!
This video demonstrates how to use a few very simple tools to do a few variations on your push-ups, including how to do a medicine ball push-up. These exercises are great for stimulating muscle growth in the chest area. Before getting to the medicine ball push-up, we're shown some ways to more safely and effectively perform push-ups. One issue with the push-up is that when you put your hands on the floor your wrists are in a vulnerable position. When you can straighten out your wrist, it's sa...
This quick video will show you how to make delicious garlic and herb butter. To make this delicious garlic and herb butter, do the following: Put 8 ounces of Plugra Butter into a mixing bowl. Add salt, green onion, flat leaf parsley, minced garlic, fresh basil and ground pepper. Gently blend everything together and refrigerate till needed. You can make your own variations of this butter by using different ingredients.
Coleslaw is a popular side dish in America and Europe. Primarily consisting of shredded cabbage and carrots, many other variations have been passed down through the generations. In this quick tutorial, learn how to make coleslaw, quick and easy.
Try beat boxing to make percussion sounds using only your mouth. Follow this Howcast guide to learn how to make basic beatbox sounds.
Watch this instructional origami video to fold a four cornered diamond box. There are several variations of the traditional Japanese origami diamond box, but this one has a slightly more complex structure. You will need four pieces of origami project to complete this origami project.
Watch this instructional video series to begin making several variations of finger loop braids. Finger loop braids are braids woven using loops of string on your fingers. Finger loop braiding reached a high point in Medieval Europe and England between 1200 and 1600 CE. Finger loop braids have a multitude of uses. They can fasten objects together, lace bodices, trim sleeves, close purses and hold wax seals to parchment. Modern uses include drawstrings for pants, hair ties, shoelaces, and frien...
Check out this instructional dance video to learn how to do this heel toe footwork from the Clown Walk step by step! This is more of a commercial Hip Hop version with arm variations. Chihoe "Groove" Szeto teaches you popular, fun dance moves step by step in these tutorial videos. Practice your c-walking skills by adding this heel toe twist move technique.
Check out this instructional harmonica video to learn how to play that harp riff in the Green Onions video. This tutorial uses the Lee Oskar harmonica in the Natural Minor tuning. But this technique is not very common and instead provides instruction using the Hohner Marine Band DeLuxe. Check out this video and practice some harp riff variations.
In this instructional video for beginners and intermediates, learn how to perform the two beat corkscrew spinning trick. This poi lesson explains what should be your first move in the ceiling and floor plane, the basic 2 beat corkscrew, and a few variations to keep things fresh. More advanced moves in this plane yet to come, so stay tuned!
The Prone leg lifts are variations of the classical pilates exercise the Swan Dive. This exercise tones and strengthens the back of the legs (hamstrings and glutes) and improves hip extension, both necessary components of a good Swan Dive. Remember to keep your abdominal muscles pulled in to protect the lower back and keep tension out. Watch this fitness how to video and you'll be toning your body with pilates in no time.
This yoga how-to video demonstrates how to do warrior poses one, two and three. These warrior poses are all variations of each other. If you learn the basics of one warrior pose they apply to all three. Watch and learn how to do all three warrior poses.
This bar magic trick teaches you how to remove the lighter from underneath the bottle. The second video shows you variations of the trick.
Learn how to do hanging leg raises. Presented by Real Jock Gay Fitness Health & Life. Benefits
Learn how to do lower back extensions. Presented by Real Jock Gay Fitness Health & Life. Benefits
Learn how to do shoulder push up. Presented by Real Jock Gay Fitness Health & Life. Benefits
Learn how to do stability ball push ups. Presented by Real Jock Gay Fitness Health & Life. Benefits
Learn how to do speed end of bench tricep push-ups drop set and sculpt your body without weights. Presented by Real Jock Gay Fitness Health & Life.
This video shows you how to plank grill fish on a gas grill. It tests three variations of plank grilling techniques side by side to determine which method is best.
The chain stitch is perhaps one of the most common stitches in hand embroidery. By itself, it's pretty versatile. Add all the variations, and you can do just about anything with the chain stitch! Here's the alternating or checkered chain stitch. Watch this video from Needle 'n Thread to see how it's done.
This tutorial shows you how to make crystal text in Sony Vegas using exact numbers so you don't screw it up!
Patrick tells you why the core is important, how to find your core, and how to strengthen your core with some basic yoga poses and their variations.
Design ideas can be tested with quarter scale patterns and samples before they are made up into full size garments. This video shows two variations of design prototyping.
Learn to use a Layer Style, Color Overlay to create variety on a 1 layered document in Photoshop and generate a PDF slide show presentation containing 4 color variations!
Learn some basic information about card magic and how to do the basic standard one-handed Charlier cut and a couple basic variations for the cut.
Bridging movements are some of my favorite Swiss ball exercises. They generally offer a wide progression difficulty. I've used the bent knee bridge with de-conditioned clients in their seventies and challenged young athletes with the advanced variations.
This crushing process brings out color variations by flattening the pile or nap of the velvet, and adds surface texture by pleating the fabric. One benefit to this method is that a simple wash and tumble dry will restore the fabric to its original condition, so watch this video and see just how to create crushed velvet.
So how does a card counter keep track of the cards in blackjack? While there are many different systems and variations, counting cards is usually as simple as adding and subtracting the number 1. Subtract one when a high card is dealt and add one when a low card is dealt. The greater the count, the more high cards in the shoe, and the more high cards in the deck, the greater the counting edge for the player.
Warm up those fingers and get ready to practice! Here Pete Sears teaches you about playing nine chords and intervals. The second video continues with variations on practicing the C9 chord.
This video shows you how to use a bo staff to do different types of sit-ups and push-ups. Great for training or anyone looking for new routines and variations.
This song has some interesting variations on open chords so it's a good song to learn if you're a more advanced guitarist. Watch and learn how to play "Drugs Don't Work" by The Verve.
Follow along with Chris Doyle as he shares his techniques for BMX biking tricks. Watch and learn how to perform an X up and the different variations of an X up (one-handed, seat grab and more!)
There are a number of variations of solitaire games you can play. Their popularity has remained huge over the past couple of years.
Often used to settle scores, 21 is a continuous, fast-paced version of basketball with few rules and little room for error.
Chess is a strategy and logical deduction game between two players that is enjoyed by children and adults alike, from park benches to convention halls across the world. Though the game of chess has taken many variations over its long history, today's form involves black and white teams orchestrated by players and has even entered the digital age, as games and tournaments are played online and via email. Using a square board composed of grids and smaller squares, the game pits a queen's army a...
With a few variations, you can turn this rabbit into a fox or a cat as well. This tutorial shows you how to take a dollar bill and use a few simple origami techniques to turn the bill into a rabbit. This is a simple technique you can use to make a gift for a small child, or include as part of a gift. You can add eyes as well if you want, though traditional origami does not use eyes.
