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How to Know How Much MTV's "Rock Band" Video Game Costs

By Angie Shiflett

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MTV has now released the official information regarding the prices of the upcoming video game "Rock Band". If you would like to know how much this video game will cost, and when it will be released, simply read this article. In addition ... more »

How to Learn About 1970s Collectible Dolls

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Dolls were as popular as ever in the 1970s. Some of the best known dolls developed a big following and continue to be popular today with doll collectors. Collectors can make their collection more personal by seeking out dolls that have special ... more »

How to Learn More About the History of Cartoons

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Cartoons are a venue for artists to relate their humorous interpretation of the world around them. Cartoons can be funny or vicious and cover the political or social mores of society at large. Cartoons often use animals to represent humans, and ... more »

How to Learn Proper Knife Show Etiquette

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Attending a knife show is educational and fun and can be profitable. You can enhance the experience by knowing how to properly interact with dealers and other collectors. Follow these rules to get the most out of your next knife show adventure... more »

How to Learn The Game Of Pool Without A Pool Table

By w1z111

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I began playing pool in my mid-teen years, as best I can recall. There was a Community Gym in our town, and they had some pay-tables. Whenever I could scratch up a few quarters, I would grab one of my buddies or one of my brothers, and go ... more »

How to Learn to Fly

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Flying is one of the great universal dreams. Who hasn't imagined the thrill of peaceful, effortless flight? The good news is that learning to fly is more accessible than you think. Instructors, flight schools and airports are readily available in ... more »

How to Learn to Play Keno

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Keno is a game that is very similar to a lottery drawing. The game uses a field of numbers from 1 to 80 and draws numbers from that field at random. It is a simple game to play. Some people find they are able to win a lot of money playing Keno... more »

How to Light a Fart on Fire

By Cucumbers2Pickles

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Wanna light your fart on fire? Of course you do. You’ve already exhausted other options, “the Dutch Oven,” “the Palm Toss,” “the crowded elevator clear out” and now you’ve just finished eating your second helping of refried beans and you’ve got ... more »

How to Link To a Game on Your Web Page, Blog or MySpace.

By Anthony Delgado

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Want to customzie your site to include your favorite games, videos and pics? Here's how!.. more »

How to Listen to Internet Radio Using a PSP Device

By Anish Majumdar

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Did you know you can listen to Internet radio on your PSP? This application is easy to install, and makes for a great addition to the entertainment options on your system. Here's how to do it... more »

How to Live Through the Hot Wheels Mission in Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories

By Nate Chang, eHow Expert

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This mission can either be insanely difficult or ridiculously easy. That depends on how good a driver you are, and whether you’re willing to cheat... more »

How to Live With Someone Who Has Borderline Personality Disorder

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Living with someone who has Borderline Personality Disorder can be difficult--especially if you don't have any previous knowledge or experience with the disorder. Follow these tips to ease your experience of living with someone who has Borderline ... more »

How to Load a Semi-Automatic Handgun

By tduerre

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Have you just purchased a handgun and used it for the first time? You will need to reload it. Follow these steps for safe, efficient reloading... more »

How to Load a Shotgun

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Learning how to load a shotgun can be useful to anyone. You may want to use a shotgun to hunt or even use as protection for your home and family. Learn how to load a shotgun following these steps, and always keep in mind that safety comes first... more »

How to Locate a Deep Sky Object

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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A deep sky object is a compact field of stars, gas or another galaxy. Astronomers did not know what they were when telescopes were first turned to the heavens. Photography and other imaging tools have helped us learn more about these interesting ... more »

How to Look like Megaman in Dead Rising

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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There are a variety of outfits for Frank to change into throughout the mall, one of the coolest being the Megaman outfit. Dead Rising was made by Capcom after all, and it's quite clever how they've integrated one of their most famous characters ... more »

How to Lose Money By Gambling On Sports

By UHFTycoon

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It is very possible to make money by betting on sports as long as you take a very conservative approach. The sports betting market is designed with pitfalls that can ruin even the most experienced gambler. Here are a few certain ways to lose ... more »

How to Make a Baby Quilt

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Baby quilts are often a treasured keepsake all through a person's life. Made from scratch or from a panel, baby quilts make wonderful gifts. There are many styles and ways to make a quilt. Choose the one that best suits your needs... more »

How to Make a Baby the Natural Way on Sims

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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You've got the Sims 2 for your computer and want to expand your family and expand the people under your care. One of your female Sims wants a baby. Having a baby the natural way on Sims 2 is easy, once you get your Sims' cooperation... more »

How to Make a Balloon Dog

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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This little dog can pass as a giraffe if you lengthen its neck appropriately, or as a basset hound if you lengthen its body... more »

How to Make a Balloon-Powered Lawn Chair

By Linda Emma

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Ah, the wonder of flight—to be soaring through the heavens, nudging clouds, nodding to winged travelers and looking down at earth with just a bit of deserved haughtiness. From Flyer at Kitty Hawk to Discovery at Cape Canaveral, flight has ... more »

How to Make a Bamboo Sword

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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If you're looking to make a sword, consider making it out of bamboo. Bamboo is a strong material that can be formed into a sword-like shape by carving it in the right areas. Be careful while using the bamboo sword, since it is just like any other ... more »

How to Make a Bandana Purse

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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This simple, inexpensive craft uses an ordinary cotton bandana to create a small purse with 3 separate pockets. Grab a handful of bandanas and whip up a bag to complement any outfit. Stock up on bandanas, ribbons, embroidery floss, buttons, lace ... more »

How to Make a Bandana Quilt

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Bandana quilts have been a quilter's staple for some time. The colorful, pieced together look of many bandanas sewn into a quilted pattern is always a treat to see. Whether making these artistic quilts for family or friends, these are heirloom ... more »

How to Make a Baseball Plaque

By Amanda Formaro

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If your Dad is a baseball fan, this plaque, made to look like an autographed baseball, is an ideal gift. Great for hanging in his office, above his tool box, or by his baseball memorabilia... more »