Do you have trouble tuning your guitar by ear? This can be an essential skill for anyone who plays live shows, as pulling out a tuner between every song takes up valuable gig time. Tuning by ear is easy and doesn’t take long to learn. These instructions are for standard tuning: EADGBE. Step 1 Find a reference tone for the low E string. This is not essential if you’re playing alone, but if you ...
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How to Write Calligraphy
Have you ever wished you could write beautiful calligraphy, but figured it was too hard? Calligraphy is actually a skill that anyone can pick up with a few tips and some practice. With calligraphy pens it’s easy to make writing look elegant. In order to start writing calligraphy, just follow the steps below. 1. Buy a calligraphy pen or calligraphy writing set. It is possible to buy all the c...
How to Repair a Trampoline
Are your kids upset that they can’t play on the trampoline right now cause it needs to be repaired? If that is the case then you can fix it by just following a few simple steps. There is no need to toss that trampoline out cause the trampoline mat is torn. Just purchase the materials needed and follow the guide below and your children will be bouncing around in no time. Look over the entire ...
How to Convert Centimeters to Inches
How to Convert Centimeters to Inches This centimeters to inches calculator will help you get the job done fast. [caption id="attachment_474" align="aligncenter" width="199" caption="How to Convert Centimeters to Inches"][/caption] ...
How to Apply Camouflage Face Paint
Did you know there is an art to applying camouflage paint? Movie stars often put on this paint and look pretty silly; however, true facial camouflage requires a bit more effort. Slapping on a few stripes under the eyes will most likely not do the trick. Hunting and combat military missions are two of the most common reasons people use camouflage. Disguising the human face to blend in with their su...
How to Apply Zombie Makeup
[caption id="attachment_108" align="alignnone" width="344" caption="How to Apply Zombie Makeup"][/caption] Halloween is just around the corner, and your little angel has decided that he wants to dress as a flesh-eating zombie. Of course, he will rely on you to successfully transform him into a ghoulish monster. Follow these simple steps, and he’ll be the hit of the Halloween party. 1. Prepar...
How to Apply Vampire Makeup
Have you been anxious to dress as a vampire for your next costume party, but can’t seem to get the makeup right? While horror movies make it appear easy, the look of the living dead can be a difficult one to pull off. Fortunately, when following these seven steps, Halloween party goers can perfectly apply their makeup and leave others wondering whether they are wearing a costume after all. 1. St...
How to Build a Mousetrap Car
Do you have extra time on your hands and would like to learn how to create a toy car? Mousetrap cars are simple, inexpensive and entertaining to use. Anybody intent on building one can do so easily either from the numerous kits available or designs that can be found on the Internet. Models can vary from Spartan and barebones to more complex and well decorated. These simple instructions will guide ...
How to Carve a Wooden Pipe
Have you ever wanted to make a useable wooden pipe, without much time or effort? Pipes have been carved from wood throughout history and represent an appreciation for old world thought and style. Fashionable and at times quite beautiful, wooden pipes can either be simple, utilitarian objects or artistic accessories. While some require the experience of a skilled craftsman, a pipe can quite easily ...
How to Apply Clown Makeup
If you find yourself dressing up like a clown, whether it’s for your child’s birthday party, a Halloween costume, or a new job at the circus, it’s important to have a good amount of clown make-up. There are many different styles of make-up that clowns can use, but having some sort of outrageous make-up is essential for truly looking like a clown. For the basic steps on how to app...