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How To: Make a simple balloon parrot

In this video, learn how to make the perfect pirate costume accessory: A parrot out of balloons! Make this balloon animal and wear it on your shoulder to complete that Pirates of the Caribbean look you were hoping for. Your Balloon Man, Mr. Fudge, is full of balloon tricks! Be sure to find other balloon videos on WonderHowTo from Mr. Fudge teaching everything from animals to planes! In a few twists and a few ties, you'll be an expert balloon artist in no time!

How To: Cut up your t-shirt and look unique and stylish

In this Beauty & Style video tutorial you will learn how to cut up your t-shirt and look unique and stylish. Take a loose baggy style shirt and make two marks with scissors just near the shoulder seam. Then cut down the center of the t-shirt about 2inches. Now cut from the shoulder marks up to the center point and on the back just cut straight along the shoulder cut marks. Then cut open the top part of the sleeves little short of the shoulder seams. After this cut off the bottom seam. Then st...

How To: Wear a sarong in a variety of ways

Fashion designer Cate Adair demonstrates dressing with a sarong for Modern Mom. She also discusses how to buy or extend a sarong when the one you find isn’t long enough. One important consideration for beginners is finding a sarong that can wrap around the body twice for security. One way she wraps is to simply wrap under the armpits twice and tie a flower or ornament with the corner. Another way is to put the full sarong on from the front, wrap each end backward and then over the shoulders...

How To: Make boutique hair bows

get a long piece of ribbon, put the ends together and make a crease at wear the ribbon folds, that'll be your center point. Now get one end of the ribbon, and without it flipping over, bring the end to the center of the ribbon and lay it perpendicular to the direction of the ribbon. Also bring the other end of the ribbon to the center of the ribbon but from the other direction. Hold the ribbon together using a gator clip. Obtain a piece of string or plastic strip, tie the folded ribbon tightl...

How To: Tie a pareu or sarong

In this how-to video, you will learn how to tie a pareu or sarong. First, put your hands up as you wrap the cloth around your back. Now, make sure one side of the cloth is shorter than the other. Bring the long half around the side and over the shoulder. The short side should come around the back to the front. Lastly, tie both of the ends together so that it rests on top of the shoulder. Once this is done, the pareu is complete. This video shows you just how easy it is to wear a pareu or sarong.

How To: Break in a pair of pointe shoes

Maybe not everyone's aware of this, but when bought, pointe shoes are incredibly tough and when not broken in, painful to wear. In this video, learn how to break in new pointe shoes to make them easier to dance in. They can be bent, molded, massaged and even scraped to get the proper flexibility and traction. Find out how to safely break new a brand new pair of shoes with helpful instruction from an expert: Mikael Monson is an instructor specializing in ballet and pointe at the Virtuosity Per...

How To: Incorporate floor work into your belly dancing

If you thought belly dancing was all about wiggling your hips, you were wrong. Expand your horizons and learn some belly dancing floor moves. It's important to wear knee pads in the beginning until you master the moves. Learn about the various ways to incorporate floor work into your belly dancing from this expert: Sahira began her career as a Middle Eastern dancer in Houston, Texas under the direction of Thalia and Shakira Masood-Ali. Get advice & more belly dancing lessons by searching Wond...

How To: Spin on your head

The next time you hit a dance floor, show that crowd what you're made of with an impressive head spin! Head spins are dance moves that should be done under the supervision of an instructor, and a beanie or skull cap should be worn to avoid injury. Discover why wood flooring is the best for head spins with help from these two experts. Bliss & Zetta are professional hip-hop dancers and choreographers. Learn more dance moves from these two by searching WonderHowTo! You're only practice time away...

How To: Diagnose five common sounds your car might make

Kim Parent from Drivers Side answers questions received about the diagnosis of sounds your car may make. 1. Squealing sound-Typically means brake pads need to be replaced. 2. Mechanical sound with steering wheel looseness-Probably means you have loose joints in the front of your car. Kim advises that this is a safety issue. 3. Mechanical knocking sound without steering wheel looseness-If you hear this sound when you're making turns this could mean you have a CV Joint that's worn out. Kim reco...

How To: Draw a concept sketch for fashion design

This video shows us the method to draw a fashion concept sketch. You must show the figure of the person you are drawing. You can draw the figure wearing a scarf you have designed. You can draw the flowers on it. A lot of sketches are very long. There are a lot of vertical lines and plates in the sketch. There are long legs at the bottom of the sketch. The parts of the body are not in human proportion. You can draw bracelets and a purse in the sketch. The sketch would be finished with color, v...

How To: Shuck an oyster using an oyster knife

This video shows you how to shuck an oyster using an oyster knife. First, wear a metal mesh glove, used for protection, in case you slip-in and cut yourself, on your left hand. Then take the oyster shell on your left hand and pick the knife on your right hand. Then point the knife tip towards the shell, dig it and jiggle it in between the shell, and then grab the oyster from the wedge and twist the knife till the upper and lower parts of the shell are separated from each other. Once the two p...

How To: Tie a wrist bandana

In this tutorial, Kandee shows us how to tie a wrist bandanna. First, roll up your bandanna and lay it on your hand. Wrap it around your wrist several times and tie at the bottom of your wrist! This is not only a cute way to make a fashion statement, it can also be used for when you're doing your makeup! If you mess up, it's an easy way to clean up any messes. You can choose different colors and designs for your bandanna and match them to your different outfits. You can also wear bracelets an...

How To: Fit a helmet for horseback riding

Christy Lendwehr and Julie Goodnight from the Certified Horsemanship Association explain how to know when you have a fitting and correctly adjusted horse riding helmet. First and foremost, you should wear your helmet every time you ride and you should be sure that is a ASTM SEI helmet approved for equestrian riding, as they also make helmets for sports and those should not be used while riding a horse. When putting on a helmet you should be able to push it and only the wearer's eyebrows shoul...

How To: Do Chris Jericho's CodeBreaker wrestling move

This video tells us the method to do the CodeBreaker move in wrestling. You may or may not run forward. You can jump using your right or left leg. Bring the knees below your opponent's collar bone and keep them close together. Wear knee pads for safety. Hold your opponent's head below the ear or above the ear. Keep your body tight and together during this move. As a defender, do not resist the opponent. Fall down with their weight. If you are taller, you should spread out your feet more than ...

How To: Care for tired eyes with Brooke Burke

Everyone has long days, and eyes become tired. To awaken tired eyes, brew a chamomile tea bag, cool it in the fridge, then place them on your eyes after you've laid down. There are also great eye patches you can wear to help tighten the skin and temporarily get rid of wrinkles. This will also soothe tired eyes and take away puffiness. You can also take two steel spoons, put them in the freezer, and simply press them underneath your eyes. Last, cucumbers are always a great alternative. They he...

How To: Loose lace running shoes with the "over-under" method

This shows how to loosen up the laces of shoes with an over under technique. It is important to not have any pressure points and discomfort. The first lacing is over at the end then it is moved under the eyelet and makes a cross under. Then it is alternated back over and under. The show is then tied up normally on top. Because the show is not laced on the underside it gives more room for the person wearing the show. This technique for lacing is especially helpful for those who have a high ins...

How To: Use a saw for making jewelry

This video tutorial is about basic sawing techniques. Before practicing it you need to wear safety goggles for protecting your eyes. First of all, make a practice sheet. Draw three lines in a metal piece. One line is straight, one is curve and another is zigzag. Lubricate the saw blade and start sawing. Hold the saw straight and move forward. Blow the dusts away. For making curve don't move the saw, rotate the metal piece to cut it. Hold the metal piece tightly when you sawing it. Addie kid h...

How To: Style an easy French braid headband

Mellerobot teaches you how to style an easy French braid headband. You start with short hair and use a rubber or a scrunchie to tie your hair in the back. The hair above the forehead is parted to the side. Grab a strand of hair by the parting and start a normal braid. Every time you braid outward, grab another strain of hair. The braid looks better if it's not perfect. Carry on until you've braided your whole fringe. Pin that with a bobby pin. You can wear this with your hair up or down.

How To: Keep bra straps & tank top straps in place

Nothing ruins a cute outfit quicker than a visible bra strap or a slipping tank top. This quick video from CyberSeams offers tips on how to keep those annoying straps in place. You will need ribbon or twill tape, Fray Check, snaps, a sewing needle and thread. You are instructed how to create a holder, inside a specific top, which snaps your bra or tank top into place. For example, in this video, you create a holder inside a sweater so that you can wear a coordinating tank top but not have it ...

How To: Create realistic texturing & detailing in Photoshop

Photoshop can be a daunting program with so many tools to use and details to adjust. This simple guide shows you how to create realistic textures and details on anything or everything you could ever think of by teaching you a few easy steps. He shows you how to take an existing texture and adjust the angles so that it fits perfectly on the surface you want. Then he displays how to add a bit of detail to make the object seem even more realistic by adding what looks like wear and tear on your f...

How To: Use your boyfriend's necktie as your own accessory

Agnes from My BF Closet takes us through a few ways to use your boyfriend's ties to compliment your own wardrobe. A trendy and young look for women, a necktie may be just the right accent and bit of flair for you. Agnes teaches us first, using herself as a model, how to tie and wear the tie in its traditional form, around your neck. Moving on, and with a great sense of humor, she shows us, in a montage, various other uses. As a belt, for instance. And as a headband. With this video, Agnes sho...

How To: Maintain an outdoor gas grill with Lowe's

Mike Kraft of Lowe's shows you how to keep your outdoor gas grill working properly all season long. He shows all the parts that make up the grill and how to maintain them so that it continues to work in good order. It can be surprisingly easy. Much of what you have to do is simply keeping it clean, tightening fittings, and replacing old worn out parts. If you follow all the steps in the video, you will enjoy your outdoor grill all summer long.

How To: Wear your boyfriend's dress shirt as a tube top tunic

My BF Closet presents a video on how to turn your boyfriend or husband's plain, every-day dress shirt into a sexy tube top-like tunic for yourself. To do this, all you'll need is his dress shirt and the know-how. It uses a simple step-by-step process and a model even acts out all the instructions and models the finished result. By following the example in the video, you too can make your man's dress shirt into something fun and interesting.

How To: Get the strong brows & red lips classic makeup look

In this video you are shown how to wear a strong brow and red lip combo, which is very classy and beautiful! She guides you through each step, starting with a clean fresh moisturized face. You first apply a light foundation to cover any imperfections. Then she guides you on how to develop a strong brow even if you do not naturally have dark brows. She goes light on the eye also just so the brows are the main focus. Then on to the lips, a lip liner and bold red lip color is used. The overall l...

How To: Clean and restore a weathered deck

Ron Hazelton shows how to restore a weathered and worn deck. Twisted boards can be straightened using a notched 2x4 as a lever, then secured with 5 inch screws. Remove popped nails, and replace with longer thicker nails. Use a punch to countersink slightly high nails. Clean the deck with wood soap and a long handle brush, using a pressure washer to rinse. Apply sealer to the dried wood and let it cure, then enjoy your reinvigorated deck.

How To: Wear your hair in a "hair bow"

A "hair bow" is a very interesting and unique up do which can be made fairly easily. After making your hair manageable with conditioner and other hair products, take a portion of your hair from the front and separate it from the rest. Make a tight, high ponytail with the rest of your hair and use a hair styler to carefully pull your hair through, making a tight knot. Separating your pony tail in half, tuck first one side and then the other into the pony tail, making two loops. You should then...

How To: Apply zebra print with hot pink eye makeup

Creating a unique zebra print eye makeup design. Using a few different products such as a white base, liquid black liner, and hot pink eyeshadow you can create this effect. Video is complete with step by step pictures as well as finished photos. The color of the eyeshadow can be changed to match an outfit and create versatility. Watching this video allows you to create a very different style and look with the versatility to customize it to any particular outfit you are wearing.

How To: Transform your school uniform & express individuality

Transforming your school uniform to express your individuality can be done very easily with a creative mind. One thing you can do to dress up a pair of pants and a plain tee is to wear different scarfs and belts. Feel free to mix and match. You can even try them with a cute vest or a jacket. Another way that you can mix things up is to change your shoes; you can get a variety of interesting colors or patterns. Also, changing your totes to something cute and different can make you stand out.

How To: Unstick rusted nuts and bolts

Never be frustrated by a rusted nut and bolt again with this foolproof removal method. Loosen as much rust as possible off the nut with a wire brush. Tap the sides of the nut with a hammer to help the rust separate and fall off. Apply heat to the side of the nut for about a minute. When the bolt is cool enough to touch, spray WD-40 on and around the nut and bolt. Tap the end of the bolt with a hammer to loosen the threads and allow the oil to penetrate. Wait another minute or so for the oil t...

How To: Do the backpacker rope coil

How to coil a rope and wear it on your back. Learn how to survive in the wild. You never know when you'll be stranded on a desert island, lost in the deep woods, or be a contender for Survival, the TV show. This series of videos, by Hedgehog Leatherworks, brings you the basics in outdoor survival. Wilderness survival skills include fire starting, deadfall traps, primitive fishing, making jerky, rope & cordage skills, and more. For the outdoor enthusiasts, enjoy this video on backpacker rope c...

How To: Repel steam from mirrors with write secret messages

Tinkernut shows you how to repel steam from mirrors and windows by using shaving cream. Believe it or not, shaving cream is an excellent way to prevent mirrors or windows from becoming fogged over. Just smear shaving cream over the window/mirror and wipe it off using a damp cloth. It should now prevent the window/mirror from becoming fogged over from steam. If it wears off, just repeat the process. Use this as inspiration for one of your April Fools Day pranks!