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How to Build a Sand Castle out of Dry Sand

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Many people think you need wet sand to build a sand castle, but very wet sand won't hold its shape. It's best to build out of dry sand. Then you can add the amount of water you need for each element of your castle... more »

How to Build a Ship in a Bottle

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Ask a hobbyist who builds ships in a bottle how he gets his tiny ships in the bottle. The standard answer is "very carefully." Although this sounds tongue-in-cheek, it's actually the truth. Shipbuilding in a bottle is very intricate work. But the ... more »

How to Build a Simple Electric Motor

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If you're looking for a science fair project, you may want to build this simple electric motor. An electromagnet results when the electrical current produced by the battery runs through the wire coil. The permanent magnet attracts its opposite ... more »

How to Build an Adirondack Chair

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An Adirondack chair is one of those seats that begs you to sit down. There's also nothing quite like the satisfaction you'll get when you build one yourself. Here are instructions on how to build an Adirondack chair... more »

How to Buy a Metal Detector

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Finding buried treasure--who hasn't had this dream? A metal detector is the tool you need if you want to begin the search for hidden treasures in your yard, at the beach or in a local park... more »

How to Buy Robot Drive Trains

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The easiest way to collect the materials you need to build a robot is to buy them. This can be expensive, but it will ensure that your robot is reliable. It is possible to collect various materials that can be used to embellish your robot, but ... more »

How to Card Wool

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The purpose of carding wool is to straighten and separate wool fibers making them easier to spin into yarn. Hand carders are wooden paddles with coarse or fine wire teeth, much like a dog brush. The fine wire teeth are for delicate fibers such as ... more »

How to Choose a Photo Printer

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When it comes to digital photo printers, the consumer has tons of models to choose from. The decision can be difficult to make when one can't tell the difference between brands or isn't familiar with common options. This article will help you ... more »

How to Collect Transformers Action Figures

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With the runaway success of the movie, the Transformers are more popular than ever. If you're feeling a touch of nostalgia, you can celebrate your childhood than by collecting the original action figures... more »

How to Commission Original Artwork

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Although there are many artists who produce commissioned art--from family portraits to custom-made wedding rings--finding just the right artist for the job is the most important and the hardest step... more »

How to Compost Inexpensively and Without Attracting Pests

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You have decided to help the environment by starting to compost. Congratulations on your efforts to avoid filling up the landfills and trying to save the earth for the next generation. You can see some of the benefits yourself if you would enjoy ... more »

How to Construct a Rail Gun

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Constructing a rail gun is a cool, cheap project for all ages. With a few simple things you can find about the house (with the exception, perhaps, of the magnets), you can have yourself a functioning rail gun within an hour or less... more »

How to Count the Dots on a Basketball

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When a basketball player's palms sweat, a basketball without dots or pebbles gets slippery and hard to control. Pebbles combat the problem created by sweaty palms. To count the number of pebbles on a basketball, use the surface area of the ... more »

How to Create a Go Kart With a Lawn Mower Engine

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There's no better feeling in the world than being behind the wheel of your own vehicle. For decades, children have been able to get that feeling at an early age with their own go-kart. As with any car, the right engine can make or break your ... more »

How to Create A Story

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This article will explain how to create a story with ideas and imagination.. more »

How to Create an Illusion

By Zach Chouteau

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Creating an illusion to impress people is almost always about sleight-of-hand, unless you have the massive budget of a top magician to make or purchase special props such as the ‘saw-the-woman-in-half’ box. Illusions can range from making a coin ... more »

How to Create Cutwork Embroidery

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Those beautifully lacy edges with the open areas on your tablecloth may be cutwork embroidery. Cutwork embroidery is the art of using a combination of materials to create an intricate design. Most familiar is the use of stitchery and cutting to ... more »

How to Deal With Direct Fire While Mounted

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Getting shot at while riding in a vehicle can be a stressful situation. It is imperative in reaction to a contact situation such as this that you keep your head by reacting calmly and efficiently. Following the proper procedures can turn a bad ... more »

How to decorate for Luau VBS 2008

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Tropical Scene Setters backdrops create a wonderful tropical scene for the set. Add on other decorations to dress up the scene. Ideal for Vacation Bible School themes. Turn your Church into a tropical paradise for VBS 2008. Hawaiian Scene ... more »

How to Do a Hand Fart

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In this world of great talents, focus has swayed from the much-neglected art of hand farting. This humble yet important skill can be acquired by anyone, even those with no musical ability whatsoever... more »

How to Do Something New

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After a while life can become boring to some people. The challenge to do something new may sound interesting and pique your curiosity. But the motivation to get up and go is lacking. You could just need a little inspiration and some positive ... more »

How to Download Unlicensed Anime

By kerihonea

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Can't wait for Cartoon Network to air the latest anime releases from Japan? Learn the trick of so many other insane anime fans like yourself, and download the latest anime releases from fansub groups. It's not as complicated as you may think. All ... more »

How to Drive a Go Kart

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If you enjoy racing, learn how to drive a go kart. Go karts offer endless hours of racing experience at an affordable price. The small, gas-powered karts are simple to operate and are generally safe when driven properly... more »

How to Expand Your Vocabulary in Less Than a Month

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The best way to expand your vocabulary is to read books and periodicals slightly above your level of comprehension--this meaning that upon your reading of a certain publication you will invariably come across a word every two or three paragraphs ... more »

How to Find a Grave in Arlington National Cemetery

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In time of war, America turns its eyes to Arlington National Cemetery, the nation's burial ground, across the Potomac River from Washington D.C., our nation's capital. Since May of 1864, Arlington has been a fully operational national cemetery. ... more »

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