How to Convert an Old Sweater
For the first episode of Holly Jolly How-to's we show you a quick way to convert an old sweater into a matching shrug and skirt set. Now you can stay warm without losing any of your cool factor.
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Card Catch Magic Trick Tutorial
This video teaches you how to do an easy card trick that is very impressive. All you need is a regular deck of playing cards to perform it. Have fun and go amaze some people.
How To Embroider
While we were in Austin for Stitch, we grabbed an embroidery lesson from Austin Craft Mafia member Jenny Hart of Sublime Stitching.
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
The Card Prediction Magic Trick
In this video, you will learn how to do an awesome card prediction magic trick.
Holiday Travel Circuit Workout Tips
The fitness gals of Diet.com bring you a heart pumping circuit workout you can do anywhere while traveling for the holidays! This exercise video shows you how to hit all the major muscle groups giving you a total body workout in just 18 minutes.
Monday, November 19, 2007
Tips to Sleep Better During Pregnancy
With so many changes happening to your body, getting a good night's sleep while pregnant isn't always easy. Learn how to catch those much needed Zs with these pregnancy sleeping tips.
Sunday, November 18, 2007
How do I get out of debt?
Need some quick ideas and useful tips to get out of debt? This video will open your eyes.
Bike Cleaning
TipVision host Charlie Stone and bike expert Al Williams give tips on how to make your bike sparkle like new.
Saturday, November 17, 2007
10 Things to Say at a Restaurant in Spanish
10 Spanish phrases to help you order from your favorite Spanish restaurant!
How do I stretch my glutes?
This is a terrific video that shows you how to stretch your glutes. You'll need this before you start any strenuous workout. Also, make sure you check with a doctor before starting any health or fitness program.
How Do I Stretch My Lats?
Before you begin lifting you should stretch. This one-minute video will teach you how to properly stretch your lats so you can reduce injury to your upper back. Check with a doctor before starting any health or fitness programs.
How Do I Stretch My Forearms?
This one-minute video will show how to properly stretch your forearms before working out. Check with a doctor before starting any health or fitness program.
What I Shouldn't Feed My Pet
Many foods that humans eat are not good for your pets. This one-minute video shows you specific examples of the type of foods that can hurt your pets.
Dangers With Cats While Pregnant
Dr. Brian Bernick talks about the dangers with cats while pregnant.
How to Tell If Your Pregnant with a Boy or Girl
Dr. Brian Bernick talks about how to tell if your pregnant with a boy or girl.
When Will You Begin to Show if You are Pregnant
Dr. Brian Bernick talks about when will you begin to show if your pregnant.
How To Create Beautiful Photo Greeting Cards
HP talks about how to create beautiful photo greeting cards.
Capturing Perfect Family Photos
HP talks about taking better photos: capturing perfect family photos.
Travel Guide - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
A look at the amazing city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and some of its famous sites.
Travel Guide - Florence, Italy
A look at the beautiful city of Florence, Italy and some of its most famous sites.
5 Things to do in Philadelphia
A look at five things you've gotta check out if visiting Philadelphia.
Friday, November 16, 2007
Top 5 Arts and Culture Destinations in Miami
A look at some key destinations to check out if visiting Miami.
Travel Guide - Montreal, Canada
A look at the amazing city of Montreal, Quebec and some of its famous sites.
Top 5 Things to Check Out in New York City
A look at 5 things you can't miss if visiting New York city.
Travel Guide - Seattle, Washington
A look at the city of Seattle, Washington and some of its most famous sights.
Top 5 Things To Check Out in Seattle
A look at 5 things you can't miss if visiting Seattle, Washington.
Top 5 Things to Check Out in Toronto
A look at 5 things that you can't miss if visiting Toronto, Canada.
Hiring A Nanny
If you've chosen to hire a nanny there are important things to consider when interviewing her.
How To Find A Nanny
If you're thinking about hiring a nanny learn about the differences between and live-in nanny and a live-out nanny.
Haggling for Deals
For most shoppers, if something's not on sale, the only option they see is to pay full price. But there are shoppers that see things at all that way, because they negotiate their own low prices. Money reporter Stacy Johnson has some tips.
Anemia and Pregnancy
If you're pregnant and feeling overly tired and weak these could be symptoms of anemia.
Plus Size Pregnancy
Being overweight and pregnant can lead to more labor complications and increased c-sections. Learn all about the ways to reduce the chances of having a c-section birth.
Shaker Through the Table Magic Trick
Smash a salt shaker straight through a table in this magic trick.
Thursday, November 15, 2007
Busy Mom Workout
TipVision host Charlie Stone and Bally's Total Fitness Seven Boggs give home exercise tips for hot moms.
Winter's Top Rules of the Road
As soon as the snow begins to fall, as it has in most Northern cities across the country, drivers are faced with an entirely new set of challenges on the road. Snow and ice can be treacherous, but if you’re prepared for the dangers they present, winter driving is much less scary.
Whether you’ve already done a little slipping and sliding, or are hoping to prevent that scary occurrence altogether, it is important to make yourself aware of 10 road rules that apply in the wintertime:
1. Take steps to make sure your driveway will be safe to travel on. Before you even put the car in gear, sprinkle sand that is specially-formulated to increase traction on snow and ice on all areas you’re likely to walk on or drive over. Sand products are one of the most helpful and under-used products for winter driving, and the actual consistency of products such as Sakrete Multi-Purpose Sand was made to be poured over ice and provide immediate traction to your vehicle. You can find it at most home improvement stores and the re-sealable bag is suitable for rugged storage in variable temperatures.
2. Add ballast to your car. Products such as Sakrete’s Tube Sand adds weight and ballast to your vehicle to give you better traction, and if you need it, the sand inside also can help you out of a bind. “This is a product much like your spare tire,” says Shawn King of Sakrete, a leading brand of sand and concrete products. “A lot of people forget about it, but if something happens it immediately becomes the most important item in your trunk.”
3. Be prepared for an emergency situation. Emergency situations can arise at any time. The supplies you should keep in your trunk are a properly inflated spare tire, wheel wrench and tripod-type jack, a shovel, jumper cables, tow and tire chains, two or more bags of sand and a tool kit. You should also carry a survival kit that includes a working flashlight and extra batteries, flares, matches, a compass, extra windshield cleaner, an ice scraper and snow brush, blankets, a first aid kit and non-perishable, high-energy foods like unsalted canned nuts, dried fruits, and hard candy.
4. Turn on your headlights. Even in the daytime to increase your visibility to other motorists, and be sure to keep your lights and windshield clean.
5. Decrease your speed. To drive safely on roads you suspect may be icy, decrease your speed and leave yourself plenty of room to stop. You should allow at least three times more space than usual between you and the car in front of you. Brake gently to avoid skidding. If your wheels start to lock up, ease off the brake.
6. Watch for black ice and other frozen patches. Be especially careful on bridges, overpasses and infrequently traveled roads, which will freeze first. Even at temperatures above freezing, if the conditions are wet, you might encounter ice in shady areas or on exposed roadways like bridges.
7. Shift into lower gears. Use low gears to keep traction, especially on hills. Don't use cruise control or overdrive on icy roads.
8. Drive defensively. If your front wheels skid, take your foot off the gas and shift to neutral, but don't try to steer immediately. As the wheels skid sideways, they will slow the vehicle and traction will return. As it does, steer in the direction you want to go, then return the transmission to "drive" or release the clutch and accelerate gently. Steer in the direction you want your wheels to go. If your rear wheels skid, take your foot off the accelerator and steer left if you are sliding left and right if you’re sliding right.
9. If you get stuck, do not spin your wheels. This will only dig you in deeper. Turn your wheels from side to side a few times to push snow out of the way. If a light touch on the gas doesn’t ease your car out, open the trunk and take out your emergency shovel to clear snow away from the wheels and the underside of the car. Then, put down the bag of Sakrete Tube Sand –Winter Traction Grit, kept in your trunk, and simply drive over it (The sand comes in a reinforced woven bag made specifically to be driven over). Once you’re out of your bind, don’t forget to stop and pick up the bag in case you need it again for traction.
10. If you become stranded, do not leave your car. Unless you know exactly where you are, how far it is to possible help, and are certain you will improve your situation; it would be extremely dangerous to leave your car. To attract attention, light two flares and place one at each end of the car a safe distance away. Hang a brightly colored cloth from your antenna.
No one wants to drive in inclement weather, but if you have to, being familiar with these 10 tips should make you feel safer.
Courtesy of ARAcontent
How To Give Yourself A French Manicure
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What makes a manicure French? Find out how to achieve the perfect French manicure on your own hands, every time. Add a touch of class to your hands without spending a fortune.
How to Perform Infant CPR
Learn how to perform infant CPR in just a few steps. Courtesy of the University of Washington School of Medicine and LearnCPR.org.
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
How to Carve a Turkey
Your bird is cooked. Cut it. CHOW associate food editor Regan Burns puts carving knife to bird.
How to Adjust Rear Derailleur on a Bicycle
Learn how to adjust the rear derailleur on a bicycle in this video featuring a bike mechanic.
How to Draw Simple Shadows
This video looks at some common shapes and gives hints and tips on how shading and shadows can be convincingly created.
10-20 Magic Card Force Magic Trick
This instructional video will teach you step by step how to do the 10-20 magic card force with a regular deck of playing cards. This trick will allow you to force the spectator to pick any card you want them to. This is really easy to do and impressive. Watch the video and then give it a try!
Pilates Abs
A free online exercise and fitness pilates total abs workout video you can do in under five minutes!
How to Fix a Paper Jam in a Fax Machine
Learn how to fix a paper jam in your fax machine in this free business tutorial video on faxing.
The Facing Card Magic Trick
In this video, learn how to perform the Facing Card trick, where you correctly identify a card that NO ONE has seen by feel alone.
How To Buy An Engagement Ring
Diamonds are forever, but how do you know that you're getting the most bling for your buck? We'll show you how to choose the right diamond and close a good deal for it.
Saturday, November 10, 2007
How To Count To 10 In Spanish
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Watch as Sam teaches you how to count to 10 in Spanish!
How to Plump Those Lips With Color
No need to get injections or use irritating lip plumpers for a fuller set of lips- check out this tip.
Tips from a Doctor on How to Survive the Cold and Flu Season
The cooler weather is here and we’re all waiting for that first cold to hit. Or even worse, the flu. Cold and flu season can begin as early as October and usually ends sometime in April.
While there is no cure for the common cold and the flu, you can take certain steps to help reduce your chances of getting sick in the first place. These steps point to the truth of the adage, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”
The most effective way to prevent the flu is to get a flu shot this fall. You still may come down with the flu, but your symptoms are likely to be milder than they would have been without a shot. Flu shots can be a good option for those with weakened immune systems, the elderly or those who come in contact with lots of people. But remember, flu shots only target certain influenza strains -- the shots are not a guarantee you won’t get a bug.
You can also follow a number of natural strategies. Some of these tips might be new to you, while others are timeless. Following these steps will improve your overall health and provide an extra layer of flu and cold protection:
Eat Wisely
First, make sure you’re eating a well-balanced diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables and whole grains, and make sure your diet contains plenty of foods with immune-boosting nutrients, including:
Ginger -- Ginger is full of virus-fighting substances, including gingerol, which can suppress coughing. Try making ginger tea – hot water steeped with fresh ginger.
Vitamin C -- Found in citrus fruits and juices.
Zinc -- Found in meat, chicken, peanuts and peanut butter.
Lactobacillus -- This bacteria is present in yogurt and aids the digestive system. These friendly organisms are known as probiotics. There’s growing evidence that, in addition to helping with digestion, probiotics stimulate production of immune system substances.
Many of my patients have had success with a supplement that is made from a specially processed strain of lactobacillus expressly designed to boost the immune system. Del-Immune V comes from Lactobacillus rhamnosus, which has properties that provide an even greater boost to the body’s immune system. This product was developed in Russia in the 1980s, and is now available in the U.S. Del-Immune V is available online (www.delimmune.com). My patients -- especially school teachers who value the way it reduces sick days -- have found this to be extremely beneficial. There are many immune boosters on the market, but Del-Immune V is my personal favorite.
Wash Your Hands
Everyone knows this tip, but I still like to remind my patients. Good hand-washing is the first line of defense against not only colds and the flu, but also more serious illnesses like meningitis, hepatitis A and many types of infectious diarrhea. If no sink is available, rub your hands together very hard for a minute or so. That also helps break up most of the cold germs. Or rub an alcohol-based hand sanitizer onto your hands.
Drink Lots of Water
We tend to drink more water in the summer when we are active, but the winter months require extra hydration. Water flushes your system, washing out poisons as it hydrates you. In general, you need to drink eight 8-ounce glasses of fluids a day.
Get Moving
Aerobic exercise speeds up the heart and gets your blood pumping and your lungs working, which help increase your body’s natural immunity. Try to maintain an exercise routine at least three to four days a week.
Avoid Smoking and Alcohol
Another reason to kick the habit: Statistics show heavy smokers get more severe colds and more frequent ones. Even being around smoke can zap your immune system. And watch the alcohol, since drinking can lower your resistance to infection in general. It also dehydrates the body, taking more fluids from your system than it puts in.
This winter season, there’s no need to feel powerless at the thought of a cold or flu. You can do plenty to keep the germs at bay and you and your family healthy. Be well!
About the Author
Elin Ritchie, M.D., is a family practice integrative medical doctor living and practicing in Taos, N.M. To contact Dr. Ritchie with more questions about your immune system, e-mail her at ElinMD@ElinRitchie.com.
Courtesy of ARAcontent
Friday, November 9, 2007
The Spoon Bending Trick Explained
In this free magic trick revealed video clip, a real magician explains the famous spoon bending trick performed by Uri Geller.
How To Choose A Wedding Cake For A Formal Wedding
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Many have dream weddings, and in all of them one of the focal points is an awe-inspiring wedding cake. This film will help show you how to make your dream wedding cake for a formal wedding a reality.
How to do the Box Rattle Magic Trick
In this video, learn how to perform the Box Rattle magic trick.
How to Zoom Through Airport Security
Here's a few tips on how to travel more efficiently. Remember these tips next time you fly and you'll reach your departing gate with time to spare! You can thank us the next time you land in Saint Louis and your luggage ends up Saint Maarten.
How To Tone Your Arms with Pilates
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With Pilates, discover an easy, body-friendly way of attaining long, lean, sculpted arms in the comfort of your own home or in the gym.
How to Divide Decimals by Decimals
Students learn to divide a decimal by a decimal by first multiplying both decimals by the power of 10 that changes the second decimal to a whole number. For example, to divide 0.16 by 0.8, first multiply both decimals by 10, to get 1.6 8. Next, divide the decimal by the whole number in the same way that one would divide a whole number by a whole number (using long division). However, at the end of the problem, the decimal point is brought straight up from the decimal that is inside the division symbol to the answer that is written on top of the division symbol.
Thursday, November 8, 2007
How to Find the Area of Triangles
Students learn the formula for the area of a triangle, and are asked to solve problems using this formula. Note that right triangle formulas and trigonometry are used extensively in the problems in this lesson.
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
How To Get Your Kids To Do Housework
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Traditionally, kids don't do housework, they cause it. Getting kids to realise the importance of cleaning and tidying is a tall order, but you can plant the seed in their minds with these four ways to make housework fun.
Diaper Changing Tips
Get tips on how to change your baby's diaper and learn how creating a proper diaper routine can speed up your babies development.
How to Get Gorgeous Matte Lips
Learn how to apply lipcolor in order to achieve a perfect matte finish. I advise prepping your lips with concealer or foundation first, to help the color set.
Sunday, November 4, 2007
How to Calculate Your Due Date
Learn how to calculate your due date even before going to see your doctor.
Friday, November 2, 2007
How to Survive Your 9-to-5
Are you frustrated with your job and would like to quit? Your boss and that co-worker really suck but you need the money, right? If you feel stuck in the daily grind, use these tips to start survive the daily grind and be happier after work.
How to Create the Perfect Red Lips
Ford Artists' Fatima Olive shows how to create the perfect red lips.
How to Use an Airbrush
Learn how to achieve special airbrushing effects on a variety of plastic models. Eleven projects teach the basics of realistic finishes, camouflage, weathering, and other special effects for scale plastic modeling.
Available at Amazon.com.
How To Put On A Bicycle Chain
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Stuart Dennison at Bikefix in London shows how to solve the common problem of putting on a bicycle chain. This simple video shows exactly how you do it.
Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy
This new Mayo Clinic book on pregnancy provides you with practical information and reassurance on pregnancy and childbirth. Compiled by Mayo Clinic experts in obstetrics, it offers a clear, thorough and reliable reference for this exciting and sometimes unpredictable journey. This comprehensive book includes:
- A month-by-month look at mom and baby
- In-depth "Decision Guides" to help you make informed decisions on topics such as how to select a health care provider, prenatal testing options, pain relief for childbirth, and many others
- An easy-to-use reference guide that covers topics such as morning sickness, heartburn, back pain, headaches and yeast infections, among others
- Information on pregnancy health concerns, including preterm labor, gestational diabetes and preeclampsia, along with an overview on being pregnant when you have pre-existing health conditions such as asthma, diabetes or hyperthyroidism
Available at Amazon.com.
Thursday, November 1, 2007
Why Recyling Isn't Enough
So, you separate your bottles, put your newspapers on the curb and you think you're saving the environment. While that's a good start at being green, you're not quite there. You may not be able to save the world, but we can all do our part.
How To Impress On The Drums
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Have you always wanted to play the Drums but have been worried that your poor coordination is more likely to injure than impress someone? Don't worry as we are going to show you an rock drum beat that anyone can play with just ten minutes practice!
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