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Whether you're in the "still looking" phase, or already have that special someone, dates are a fun way to connect with a person. Unfortunately, dates can also put a strain on your...
While kites are inexpensive to buy, making one adds to the fun. You'll be especially proud when your diamond-shaped creation takes to the sky.
Do you have unfulfilled dreams? Back when I was 21, I wrote down my own “bucket list” of things I wanted to do before I died. Now 48, I seem older than I did then, and past the time when I could...
Recycle those old newspapers into something fun! Building a newspaper kite with your children will give you an afternoon of quality time you'll all remember for years to come.
Tired of having your child watch too much tv? Are you looking for outdoor activities to do with your child? Read on to find some easy activities guaranteed to cut your child's tv time.
Who says you can't have fun in a recession? You just have to work a little harder to find things that are within your budget!
It's a fact-even the most well-behaved "angels" can get bored. So, you've let your toddler try the usual calming activities such as watching t. v. and banging on pots and pans but,...
Many kids today are turning into fat little couch potatoes or video zombies because they just don't get up and move their bodies. Remember, they are sitting at a desk in school all day without...
Making a kite can be a really fun learning experience, and imagine the feeling you'll get when you see your own craft floating in mid air!
This kind of a project is very flexible and you have a whole host of materials that you can use to make it. I used 1/4 inch wooden dowels that I bought at a hardware store. Each dowel cost me 59...
There are many ways to knit. Using a knitting loom can help you to keep track of your stitches and knit easily in the round. Knitting looms can also help you to make long, flat pieces for a...
Are you looking for an inexpensive way to have fun. Here is a list of 11 things you can do to have fun with only a dollar.
In the massive multi-player online game World of Warcraft, kiting is a valuable skill to possess. It adds to your utility in groups or raids, and helps you survive when adventuring on your own....
I don't know about you but I love kites, can't get enough of them. Even though I'm all grown up now that doesn't take away the joy I felt when I made my first Kite. It wasn't a Hex Kite though it...
As I have said in my other article, “How To Make a Hexagon Kite From Scratch" "I love Kites" and I am here with another great experience ready to share. Your kite will be up and...
Summertime is almost over again. Have you gotten the most out of your summer? Here are some ideas to help you enjoy the perfect summer day.
Perhaps all those OBX bumper stickers have caught your eye and now you're wondering if it is your turn to visit the Outer Banks, NC (also known as OBX). OBX is one of the best places in the...
Build your own aerial toys!
Toddlers are God's gift to gift givers. A little boy or girl just starting to wobble through the world delights in everything and will love all the glittering treasures you and the Easter bunny...
Even when they've entered the doubting years and scoff at the existence of rabbits who deliver presents, all children love Easter baskets. The boy in your life will be delighted at whatever you...
Horror movies are exciting and thrilling, but watching one late at night can mean many hours of tossing, turning and jumping. With these tips you will be able to fall asleep like a baby no matter...
In this free instructional video lesson an expert will discuss the basic essentials of kite landboarding, such as how to put on your harness.
A kiteboarding kite has a lot of parts that all have functions and names. Get expert tips and advice on kiteboarding equipment, conditions, and precautions in this free video.
Need kite flying tips? Learn how to untie your kite line or string by turning with the kite in this kite flying instructional video.
Fly a kite like a professional! Learn how to turn a kite using footwork and push and pull maneuvers in this kite flying instructional video.
Fly a kite like a professional! Learn about kite buggies in this kite flying instructional video.
Need a fun summer craft? This kite craft is the perfect solution to summer boredom. Spend time inside decorating the kite. And lots of time outside flying your new kite.
Always wonder how to make a homemade kite? Well here is a simple way to make a kite of your own! Make it yourself, or make a day of crafting with the kiddos.
The box kite has an interesting history. It was invented over a hundred years ago with the original purpose of trying to lift people up into the air. While the kite failed for this purpose, the...
If you’ve been kite surfing for any amount of time, chances are you’ve ended a session with an empty bladder. No, I’m not talking about relieving yourself in your wetsuit. I’m talking about the...
If you’ve been kite surfing for awhile, you’ll soon understand that your gear can only take so much abuse before succumbing to the inevitable wear and tear. Here is how to care for your kite and...
I love adding a little something extra to a tip. This model I created just the other day. I used the Heart (for which I can't take design credit) as a base.
Libertyfest in Oklahoma was named as one of the ten best places in the country to be on the Fourth of July by CNN and by "USA Today." It’s just one way that Oklahoma celebrates Independence Day....
Kite flying is a great experience whether it is a cool windy day at the beach or a hot and breezy day in the neighborhood. You can enhance the fun of kite flying by learning how to build a kite...
Kites have a rich history in Chinese culture. Historical records suggest that kites were not just toys, but they were used in battle. In fact, large kites were used to hoist men up high enough to...
Kiteboarding, also known as kitesurfing, is an exciting new water sport. The idea is simple--you stand on a board with foot straps and let the power of a large, controllable kite move you across...
Several types of kites are built for different purposes. The stunt kite is made so that the flyer can maneuver the kite to do more tricks. It is made from lightweight sturdy material, such as...
Power kiting is a thrilling combination of speed and flying that first appeared on the scene in 1970. The power kites are great for stunt flying as well as pulling beach buggies at great speed....
A sports kite is a cut above the kites we all had as a child. This new breed of kite can do daring tricks, dips, you name it. You can also make them yourself. Read this eHow to learn more, and go...
Kite jumping is an extreme sport that uses the wind to launch riders high into the air. The key to jumping is the harness, which lets a jumper flip, spin and do other tricks in midair. Since a...
Sew a kite as a family project, a hobby or a great way to enjoy a windy day. Kite building has existed for centuries in China, Japan, Korea, Bali, Malaysia and Thailand. Kite flying symbolizes...
Kite skating is an extreme sport that uses powerful, controlled kites with specially designed inline skates. Kite skaters can reach speeds on flat terrain of over 60 mph. Follow these steps to get...
Kite flying can be fun on a breezy day. It is also a great way to get your family outside and exercising. Next time you find yourself thinking that it is a perfect day to fly a kite, make a paper...
The ability to make a kite from household products can be one of your child's greatest accomplishments. It is important for children to learn that some of the best things in life materialize...
If you love to fly a kite but you don't like to mess with tangled string, try using a fishing reel to handle the line. Read on on how to do this simple trick, and you'll be flying high in no time!
Korean New Year(Seollal)is the first day of the Korean lunar calendar. It is the most important of the traditional Korean holidays. Lunar calendar starts on January 22 unlike Western calendars....
A municipal WiFi network in Tempe, Arizona is already up and running and has 500 subscribers. The network covers 40 square miles and consists of about 1,000 access points. The Tempe network,...
Kite-flying is a rite of passage for children, but adults enjoy the fun, too. Why not make a great kite out of materials you probably already have lying around the house? This is one of the...
A delta kite consists of a basic, stable design that performs well in light to moderate winds. You won't need a kite tail because of its stabilizing keel but you can add streamers for effect. A...
Before you begin kitesurfing, you need to inflate your kite. Inflating a kite is a simple process and, depending on the size, it should not take more than a few minutes. Once this step is done,...