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How to Wire a Lamp

Posted October 12th, 2009 By Carmelia DIY

Wiring a lamp is something you need to do just in case your lamp breaks, and it so happens you keep on forgetting to get it repaired. It’s a relatively easy process, with steps that can be applied to a variety of lamps. [...]

How to Magnetize Metal

Posted September 24th, 2009 By Carmelia DIY

We’re usually familiar with magnets in the form of clunky metal already magnetized. Not a lot of people know that you can actually make more magnets from existing magnets. The principle behind magnetization is to have the positive and negative particles to line [...]

How to Install a Wall Sconce

Posted August 31st, 2009 By Elaine DIY

Regular wall light fixtures are great, but if you’re looking for one that can provide you with a low illumination level, and make the area seem larger than it is, then your best bet would be to install a wall sconce. Wall [...]

How to Solder Copper Pipe

Posted June 18th, 2009 By Elaine DIY

Copper tubing or pipes work well for air, water or even refrigerants. If you want to join them together with “sweat joints”, you’ll have to learn how to solder them properly. It can be tricky, but if done good, will yield positive results. [...]

How to Sculpt Clay

Posted June 10th, 2009 By Elaine Arts

Sculpting with clay is one of the oldest art practices in numerous cultures around the world. If you want to make a delightful-looking clay sculpture, but you don’t know where to start, don’t worry. Here are several tips to help you out.
What You’ll [...]

How to Make a Potato Clock

Posted June 4th, 2009 By Carmelia Miscellaneous

Potatoes are a mainstay in our dinner plates and snacks, but do you know they have other hidden surprises too? Make a clock run just by using two potatoes using these steps. It’s worthy of a science project!
Materials

Two large baking potatoes
Two drywall nails
3 [...]

How to Replace a Light Switch

Posted April 6th, 2009 By Elaine DIY

They say it only takes one idiot to change a light bulb, but to change a light switch requires the skill and carefulness of a handyman. If you have a malfunctioning or a worn out light switch at home, here’s a simple way [...]

How to Make a Camera Tripod

Posted March 5th, 2009 By Carmelia DIY

You don’t need a fancy and expensive tripod to make that shot. You can make a reliable tripod of your own using simple and everyday materials. Here’s how to make two kinds of homemade tripods:
Plastic Bottle Tripod
Tools

Camera
Two-litre bottle
Washer
Drill
Screw
Water or sand

Procedure

Your camera has three [...]

How To Make A Deer Cooler

Posted January 1st, 2009 By monsterguide Hunting

Introduction
A deer cooler is an important refrigeration equipment for those who are fond of deer meat. If you are into hunting, or if you have purchased a large piece of meat, you can use this freezer to preserve the meat for a longer [...]

How to Fix a Laptop Screen

Posted January 1st, 2009 By monsterguide Computers

Laptops are complicated devices, but repairing a broken laptop screen is something you can do by yourself. Most modern laptops are built to last, and even the most sensitive of laptop screens do not get damaged easily. Heavy impact, moisture, and [...]