Hoping to make the cheer squad this year? Gymnastics can be a huge plus on your scorecard, expecially back handsprings. In this tutorial, learn the basics and how to start practicing to do a back handspring. Before trying this it is important to stretch, and either get a spotter or put together a soft, padded enviornment to practice on. Begin by practice doing a "bridge" to warm up the arch in your back.
Butternut squash come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, but despite that one thing remains the same: it can be used to make a warm meal. In this tutorial you will be taken through the process of making butternut squash soup. It's a perfect dish for any time of the year and looks cool too. So sit back and enjoy!
are you yearning to make something wth fabric but have little knowledge as to how to sew? No sweat. In this video, learn from Jenny T, how to make a no sew, stylish and warm fleece scarf in less than 15 minutes. This scarf is perfect for a gift to a love one!
The great thing about scarves is, not only do they keep you warm, but there are so many different ways that they can be worn. From the obvious bow method to the European look, scarves can be fun to stylize. In this tutorial find out how to tie a scarf in a large flower bow. Make yourself stand out in a crowd by wearing this great looking accessory. Enjoy!
Are you not really a big fan of sewing but love making things? You're in luck! Learn how to make a no-sew blanket with help from this tutorial! Keep yourself and the ones you love warm with this amazing blanket design that crafters of all levels can complete!
Brush up on your survival skills with help from Maine Primitive Skills School instructor Nick Spadaro. In this video, learn how to keep yourself warm on your camping trip & start a fire using the strap drill friction fire method.
Brush up on your survival skills with help from this video conducted by Maine Primitive Skills School instructor Nick Spadaro. Keep warm on your camping trip by learning how to start a fire in the woods using the hand drill method with help from this video.
This origami dragon in flight is pretty difficult so if you're an origami novice it might be best to warm up on something easier. When you do get around to tackling this paper beast remember to be precise and patient. This instructional video provides a visual guide with which to follow along. Origami skills don't just happen over night, so if at first you don't succeed fold, fold again.
In this video, learn from Katie O Chicago how to wear an infinitity scarf in three different styles. Showing you step by step instructions, wear your fashionable new scarf to keep you warm while looking stylish.
Baby socks are great gifts to give for baby showers and christenings. But they're not always the prettiest thing to present. This video shows you how to transform baby socks into beautiful roses for a great presentation. Use this technique to adorn existing presents, or to present your baby socks as a bouquet. As we all know, babies definitely need to keep their toes warm!
Create an elegant space around your fireplace that's fabulously decorated, incorporates smart design ideas and makes good use of space. This is critical to designing a warm and welcoming space.
Learn how to proof yeast. Yeast is used in baking as a leavening agent, which is what makes bread and pastries light and airy. Yeast reacts with moisture, sugar, and heat to create tiny bubbles of carbon dioxide which cause the dough to expand and rise. To proof yeast, you'll need yeast, sugar, moisture and warm environment.
If you like things shiny and bright, you're probably a fan of chromium, a metal used to plate other metals, commonly known as chrome. Watch this Howcast cleaning guide to learn how to clean chrome. Keep your chrome nice and shiney.
This week Rob and Corinne are hangin with our favorite DIY'ers, Ruffeo Hearts Lil Snotty, and they're showing us how to make a super rad space helmet hoodie to keep you warm this winter. Threadbanger shows you how to make your very own space helmet hoodie.
Learn how to make your own sleeping bag out of roll insulation. This is a redneck or ghetto way of keeping warm without spending hundreds at REI. The industrial insulation will work better than down. This idea has been employed by homeless people and survivalists alike. Enjoy some snowy camping with this uber cheap sleeping bag.
Stay warm and look chic this winter with a few simple scarf-tying tricks. You will need a rectangular scarf or a pashmina. Tip: If you are using a pashmina as a scarf, fold it in half width wise first. When tying the scarf, experiment with the placement of the knot until you find a place you like. Watch this howcast video to learn how to stylishly tie a scarf this winter.
Warm up your pitching arm and be patient—you might just be playing “Throw” for a while before your dog catches on.
The cap in this how-to video will help keep your little one's head warm. All you need is a "G" size crochet hook and 4-ply worsted weight yarn, then you're ready to begin. In no time, you'll be able to have a cute cap for your toddler.
This basic dough is used to make several types of buns in Chinese cuisine including the famous barbecued pork buns. Follow along with this Asian cooking how-to video to learn how to prepare steamed bun dough. The ingredients you need for the dough recipe are: flour, warm water, sugar, active dry yeast, baking powder, and shortening. Have fun making Chinese steamed buns.
This instructional how-to video demonstrates how to apply a volar slab cast to a patients forearm. Volar slab casts are used for forearm and wrist injuries. Follow along and learn how it's done. All you need to apply a volar slab cast is: web roll, rolled gauze, a bucket of warm water, and plaster slabs.
This medical how-to video illustrates how to properly apply an ulnar gutter cast to a patient. To carry out this procedure you will need web roll, three inch plaster slabs, rolled gauze and a bucket of warm water. Follow along with this video and learn the proper technique for applying an ulnar gutter cast.
Check out this instructional acoustic guitar video that shows you how to perform finger gymnastics. "Finger Gymnastics" is a term used for warm-ups, stretching, and any type of practice on the guitar. Finger gymnastics are a great way to strengthen the fingers and get your fret hand and pick hand working together. Improve your guitar playing skills by watching this short tutorial video to practice finger gymnastics on acoustic guitar.
Once a pitcher has completed a warm up she is ready to do full rotations. In this sports how-to video, Farmington (MN) HS assistant softball coach Melissa Langer demonstrates a warmup drill for the full pitching rotation. Improve your softball pitching skills with this full pitching rotation drill.
Here is a dessert you need to prepare in advance, but it is well worth the wait. This recipe for creme caramel is better than any shop bought creme caramel. Watch this cooking how-to video to learn how to make a decadent sweet dessert.
This cooking how-to video demonstrates a technique for light and flaky scones with food writer, Julie O'Hara. Scones are type of quick bread. Watch this video cooking lesson to learn the best method for preparing this quick bread recipe for delicious tender flaky scones. Serve your warm scones with tea.
A new coat of paint can do wonders for a dull, drab room. But sometimes you want to go a step further. Applying a knockdown texture to the wallboard before painting can help deaden sound, hide any imperfections in the drywall and, more important, provide a warm and rustic feel to the room, similar to Spanish-style stucco. For more, or to get started on your own wall texturing project, watch this DIY video tutorial.
Here is a warm hearty winter dish with a Mexican flare to it. Watch this how-to video tutorial as our host shows you how to make Boston baked beans with chorizo. Chorizo is a spicy and flavorful type of sausage used in Mexico. It is sure to add flavor to this classic Boston baked bean recipe.
Watch this instructional crochet video to crochet broomstick lace. This crochet method creates an intricate snowflake pattern. Use any type of yarn, a crochet needle and a size 19 knitting needle to complete this project. You can even use a knitting needle made out of a PVC pipe. This broomstick lace pattern creates a complex crochet weave for warm yet breathable blankets, sweaters and winter caps.
Watch this instructional crochet video to crochet a star stitch hat or winter cap. This crochet method creates an intricate rotating pattern. Use any type of thread and crochet needle to complete this project. This star stitch pattern creates a complex crochet weave for warm yet breathable winter caps.
Watch this instructional crochet video to crochet a galaxy stitch. This crochet method creates an intricate snowflake pattern. Use any type of thread and crochet needle to complete this project. This galaxy or snowflake pattern creates a complex crochet weave for warm yet breathable blankets, sweaters and winter caps.
This instructional crocheting video demonstrates how to do a front post double crochet stitch and a back post double crochet stitch with your left hand. The double crochet stitch creates thick and tightly woven stitch that is good for blankets, sweaters, and other warm winter garments.
Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to use a heat-shrink sleeve to build up your tennis racket's grip. To do this you'll need a heat gun such as a standard blow dryer to warm the heat-shrink sleeve. Be sure not to heat it at one point, you'll want to heat it all over evenly. You should never use more than two sleeves, otherwise the bevels will completely disappear.
Thai hot and sour soup is great for a cold day. Watch this how to video from Thai Chef Kai and learn how to make hot and sour catfish soup. This is great catfish soup recipe that is sure to keep everyone warm. Use mushrooms, tomatoes, lemon grass, lime leaves, chilies, fish sauce, lime juice and water for your soup.
While it's still summer and warm out, try Thai grilled chicken at your next BBQ party. For this recipe, you will need chicken, lemon grass, ginger, sugar, curry powder, and soy sauce. Watch this video cooking tutorial and learn how to grill kai yaang, grilled chicken, with Thai chef Kai.
Here is Jamaica's most famous contribution to the culinary world. In this how to video chef Jim shows you how to make Jamaican jerk chicken. This poultry recipe is sure to remind you of the warm breezes of the Caribbean.
The Kitchen Guy's Chicken A La Romana dish is just the warm dinner you need to get you through the week. Chicken A La Romana is fun to prepare and a bit of indulgence after a hard day's work. Watch and learn how make this delicious dish of chicken, cheese, prosciutto and a creamy sauce.
Melted caramel is wonderful on a lot of desserts and it is even better on apples. Chef Paul talks about how to make candied apples in this how to video. Watch and learn how to dip fresh crunchy apples into a warm bowl of sweet caramel.
If you have had a hard time getting a good nights sleep you are not alone. Learn prevention tips and treatments for insomnia from Pharmacologist Joe Graedon in this how to video. A simple home remedy as a warm bath or carbohydrates can help put you to sleep.
In this tutorial video, you can learn how to make a quick cabbage and butter bean soup. This soup is a great way to warm up in the winter.
This tutorial Korean cooking video will teach you to make a spicy beef and vegetable soup known as Yuk Gae Jang. This spicy Korean soup is great for a cold or rainy day, it really warms you up.
