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How To: Tie a single-strand Ringbolt hitch knot

In this video, JD, from Tying It All Together, demonstrates how to tie a knot known as a "Ringbolt Hitch". This is also known as "coxcombing". This type of knot was once a common tie used by sailors to dress-up items and parts of their ships. When tying a wheel, a "Turk's Head" knot was used to cover the part of the wheel where the two ends of the ring bolt met, which would firm up the hitch, and help to keep the tied ends from unraveling. It is a nautical tradition to use this type of knot t...

How To: Make a simple Christmas card with the Cricut

Melanie, of Christmas with the Cricket, has an awesome new video from the Simple Card Monday edition. Her video details a valuable tutorial on how to make a Christmas card. All you will need is some paper, pens, stamps and some common house hold tools in order to do this. This is a great tutorial that will ultimately save you money on your holiday expenses this year. Just follow the steps in this useful and entertaining video to get started on creating a nifty looking Christmas card.

How To: Tie a Pagoda knot

TyingItAllTogether explains that, "Pagoda is the English language term for a tiered tower with multiple eaves. Common throughout eastern Asia, most pagodas were built to serve a religious function. The Pagoda Knot was created in admiration of this sacred architecture." In this video, learn how to tie a decorative pagoda knot. Working with a single piece of string, follow along as the string is transformed into a work of art. Begin by making a series of four loops. Cross the tails, then weave ...

How To: Solve temperature subtraction problems (integers)

An educational video from free math tutoring that shows an easy way to calculate differences of temperature. Many times people commit simple mistakes in subtracting temperatures that lead to illogical results. This video explains a very common pitfall and at the same time, clears up an important concept in temperature subtraction.

How To: Melt Styrofoam with nail polish remover

This short video is about melting a styro cup without fire. It's magical. Anyone watching it would wonder what had happened to the Styrofoam cup which was dipped in Acetone, nothing but common nail polish remover. This is a short and cute video and watching this could be fun for kids. The fun element comes at the later part of the video. This would kindle the interest of kids in trying out the reaction of different substances in various solvents.

How To: Apply the 2nd Law of Exponents

Having trouble dividing exponents? Doug Simms from Free Math Tutoring provides an excellent tutorial on applying the 2nd Law of Exponents. If you need to know how to divide polynomials, watch this video covering easy to follow examples explaining and demonstrating the 2nd Law of Exponents. In this first part of a two video series, Doug's student explains how to subtract the exponents within a polynomial in a simple example that will help you leap over this common math homework hurdle.

How To: Make Pakistani-style crispy fried bhindi (okra)

In certain regions, the vegetable okra is known as “lady finger,” and is a common Pakistani dish. This video tutorial shows how to make crispy fried okra, also known as bhindi. Deep fry the diced onions and greens until the onions turn brown. Soak up the excess oil with a paper towel and sprinkle on the salt and Shan Chaat Masala. Squeeze on lemon juice to reach the desired taste.

How To: Use a tattoo grommets or nipple

Elementtatootech explains the various tools of the industry and their uses to novice tattoo artists and interested viewers. In this tutorial, Elementtatootech focuses on the old school tattoo tool known as grommets or nipples. Utilizing a single close up shot, the instructor quickly educates viewers on the purpose of the grommet in addition to the most common users of the device. The instructor additionally shows viewers how to set up and assemble using this tool and a simple trick utilizing ...

How To: A square knot for hemp jewelry

This video explains to a jewelry maker how to make a square knot which can be used is hemp jewelry. The hemp twine varies in thickness and comes in a many of colors. There are many different stitches used to create hemp jewelry, however, the half knot and full knot stitches are most common. Step by step explanation is included. You can make a lot of different jewelry with our help and this guide, some of which are anklets, bracelets, chokers, or necklaces.

How To: Check fuel pressure regulators for leaks on GM engines

A leaking fuel pressure regulator can cause your car or truck to be hard to start or die out. This may give a check engine light, also. It's a very common problem on many Chevy, Buick, Pontiac, and Oldsmobile 3.1L - 3.4L V6 engines. These are also know as the 3100 and 3400. Misfire codes P0300 and oxygen sensor codes will be stored in the computer memory. So, if you want to learn how to check your fuel pressure regulator for leaking gas on GM engines, then this video tutorial is for you.

How To: Diagnose and troubleshoot basic Nitro RC

This video address the "My RC does not work... fix it" questions that I get. The main issue is that people do not understand how to break the rc into segments and troubleshoot or diagnose off of that. This video will show you how to troubleshoot on a basic level the nitro engine, glow plugs, mccoy, clutch bell, carb, shoes, spur gear, slipper clutch, transmissions trans tranny, brake, drive line dog bones dogbones, cvds, diffs differential pinions wheels, and other common parts that will not ...

How To: Make egg pasta with a pasta machine

It isn't intimidating. Pasta machines are common ignored kitchen appliances. You need flour, zero zero flour, olive oil, salt, egg and water. Make a little flour bowl. This dough should be worked with a dough scraper. Go for just enough liquid that your dough is soft, not sticky. It has some body. Practice will help you with kneading. You are working up the glutens to make the dough feel like baby skin. Let the dough rest.

How To: Use proper ball position for accurate golf drives

Not everybody knows exactly where the position the ball when teeing off. Do you know where it should be placed? Director of Education for Troon Golf, Tim Mahoney, teaches you where to place the golf ball in your stance and how that impacts your ballflight. Just watch to see how to properly position the golf ball for your drive.

How To: Strip insulated copper wire for electronics

This video tutorial explains how to strip insulated wire the right way. You'll learn how to adjust your wire strippers to make the process easier. Some people don't even use wire strippers, they use a knife or maybe even their teeth, but this causes nicks in the copper. To get the insulation off with ease and without gouges in the copper wire, use the proper sized wire strippers and adjust them right to fit the gauge of your wire. It's as simple as that. You don't need to go to vocational sch...

How To: Start an IV on a live person in nursing

Studying to be a nurse? Then follow along with this nursing how-to video to learn how to start an IV on a live person. Starting an IV is an important and common part of a being a nurse. Follow along with this video to learn the proper technique and procedure for starting an IV line. Before starting, always make sure to double check your the doctors orders and have your materials handy.

How To: Improve your guitar technique with exercises

Want to play lead guitar in a rock band? Well first you have to learn is the techniques of the professionals. In this guitar lesson, Siggi Mertens teaches you how to play some common exercise to improve your speed and technique on the electric guitar. Once you get a hang of these popular guitar techniques, you can start incorporating them into your own songs. With this lesson and a bit of practice you will be able to play exercises to improve your technique on the guitar. The next time you ar...

How To: Play vibrato for blues style electric guitar

Want to play lead guitar in a rock band? Well, you have to learn how to play the blues first. Most popular rock songs have roots in the blues guitar style of playing. This blues guitar lesson teaches you the basics of the three styles of vibrato. Vibrato is a common problem for many beginner and intermediate guitar players, but is easy to do if you know the trick. Check out this blues guitar how to video and you will be on your way to playing lead guitar.

How To: Learn the forms of address in Russian

Check out this instructional language video to learn how to address someone in Russian. Learn basic Russian grammar with Viktor Dmitriyevich Huliganov in his 2nd lesson. Some other objectives in the lesson include 1a verbs and common adverbs. Watch this tutorial video that is great for language nerds and advanced Russian speakers who need to polish their skills or looking to improve their proficiency in Russian.

How To: Use English slang

In this ESL language tutorial we look at English slang. Slang is when you replace a common word or sentence with a totally new one. English slang often depends on the country and then region of the country you are in. This how to video teaches you some widely used slang words and phrases that you can say in English. Try out the words in this lesson and you will be "shooting the breeze" in English in no time.

How To: Unwrap UV's for organic modeling in 3ds Max 8

Having problems unwrapping in Autodesk 3ds Max? Don't worry—this video tutorial will show you what you need to know about unwrapping UVs for organic models. It's a complete unwrapping session in two videos (so make sure to watch both parts). You'll learn some of the common problems encountered, as well as things like pelt mapping, relaxing UVs and pixel distribution. If you just happen to master these techniques, maybe it's time to check out RoadKill, a great UV tool.

How To: Create bones in Maya 8.5

If you need to create an animated character, Maya is the software program for you. If you don't know how to make that character you've dreamed up, then maybe you should check out this Maya video tutorial on an important step -- creating a skeleton structure. Creating bones could be a daunting task in Autodesk Maya 8.5, but with the help of this four-part video, you'll see how to create those realistic bones for your animation with ease. You'll also see some common unintentional wrong rotation...

How To: Cheat on a test with a water bottle

Check out this conning how-to video of the classic water bottle cheat sheet. As an homage to some of our favorite tricks, here's an old one that has been around for ages but some of you may not be aware of. In this video we show you how to utilize modern technology to always have your notes in plain view. We will do this by taking a common object that no one will think twice about and altering it to fit our needs. Watch this video tutorial and learn how easy it is to con your teachers into th...

How To: Treat a mosquito bite

Don't let the fear of those red, itchy mosquito bites keep you from enjoying the outdoors this summer. Even if your mosquito repellant doesn't work and you end up getting bitten there are some easy household items that will alleviate any discomfort.

How To: Do the "Shotgun Waltz" Line dance

Learn how to do the "Shotgun Waltz" line dance with this tutorial. This is a 48 count, 4 wall waltz style, country western line dance performed to the song "Shotgun Rider" by Tim McGraw. Follow these easy dance steps and you'll be able to dance the "Shotgun Waltz" the next time you are on the dance floor.

How To: Do the Rocket line dance

Learn how to do the Rocket line dance in this tutorial. This country western line dance is a two wall dance with shuffles, jazz boxes and grapevines. Follow the steps in this how to video and you will be dancing the Rocket in no time.

How To: Do the Drinking Bone line dance

The Drinking Bone is a line dance made popular by the song "Drinking Bone" by Tracy Byrd. Learn how to do this 4 wall country western dance with this tutorial. Follow these easy steps and you'll be line dancing in no time.

How To: Dance the "Cotton Eye Joe" line dance

Learn how you can do one of the most popular American folk line dances, the "Cotton Eye Joe" with this how to video. This country western dance tutorial is easy to follow and fun to do. So grab your cowboy boots and get ready to do-si-do.