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Make a Furoshiki Japanese grocery bag

How to make a Furoshiki Japanese grocery bag

Learn how to make a Furoshiki bag, a method used by the Japanese for centuries to carry just about anything you can imagine, from food, groceries, boxes, bottles... even watermelons.

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Unclog a drain with a household hack

How to unclog a drain with a household hack

Retrieve anything you've dropped down the drain with this simple tip. No pipe wrenches or plumbers needed. Family Hack brings you this how to video on unclogging a drain using a vacuum cleaner!

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Make a wind powered generator with MAKE magazine

How to make a wind powered generator with MAKE magazine

Great project to teach kids about energy consumption and a rather simple machine.

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Use hydroponics for your homemade garden system

How to use hydroponics for your homemade garden system

This is a pretty great and cheap homemade hydroponics system. Hydroponics systems are a great way to save water and grow some great plants.

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How to differentiate between faucet types when remodeling

Differentiate between faucet types when remodeling

Faucets are available in an ever-increasing variety of types and ...more

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How to install a high efficiency shower head

Install a high efficiency shower head

Looking to install a new shower head in your remodeled bathroom? High-efficiency showerheads can provide greater pressure with less water ...more

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How to install a wireless lighting system

Install a wireless lighting system

Learn how install a wireless lighting system to control the lights in your home; watch a video that demonstrates how quickly this system ...more

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How to recaulk a bathtub or shower

Recaulk a bathtub or shower

There’s nothing that will brighten up your bathroom faster than re-caulking an old, mildewed bathtub or shower. You will need a utility ...more

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How to replace a bathroom faucet

Replace a bathroom faucet

When replacing an old faucet there are generally three things to consider: how many holes your sink has, how far apart they are, and whether ...more

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How to change a shower head in your bathroom

Change a shower head in your bathroom

Changing a shower head in your bathroom can seem like an intimidating task. It really is a very simple thing to do. In this how to video ...more

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How to install a dimmer switch in a single-switch fixture

Install a dimmer switch in a single-switch fixture

Between on and off, light and dark, there are infinitely many ...more

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How to install a tankless water heater

Install a tankless water heater

Learn how a to repair a sputtering faucet & flush a hot water heater; step-by-step video of water heater removal & installation of a ...more

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How to map electrical circuits in your home

Map electrical circuits in your home

If you are planning to add any new outlets, lights or appliances, it is helpful to have a map (or schematic drawing) of your electrical ...more

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How to replace a toilet flush valve

Replace a toilet flush valve

Leaking toilet tanks can waste thousands of gallons of water per year. Replacing the flush valve is an easy, efficient way to stop leaking ...more

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How to clean a shower waste trap

Clean a shower waste trap

Is your shower draining slowly? In this home plumbing tutorial, you'll learn how to clean and unblock a shower waste trap. For detailed ...more

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How to create a underground wire tunnel

Create a underground wire tunnel

Tim Carter of Ask the Builder, demonstrates how to drill a hole under a sidewalk, driveway or walkway so you can install an underground wire ...more

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How to fix a flickering light yourself (and save money)

Fix a flickering light yourself (and save money)

A flickering light isn't just annoying; it can be dangerous. Learn how ...more

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How to fix a leaky faucet

Fix a leaky faucet

There are many kinds of faucets, but chances are your leaky fixture is a compression faucet -- and it's a snap to fix. You will need an ...more

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How to fix a running toilet (without calling the plumber)

Fix a running toilet (without calling the plumber)

Is a constantly running toilet driving you mad? Don’t call the plumber ...more

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How to install a ceiling fan

Install a ceiling fan

Beauty and brains in one package! A ceiling fan offers many functional benefits while adding a certain decorative touch to a room. In the ...more

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How to install a dimmer switch

Install a dimmer switch

How many handymen does it take to install a dimmer switch? None, you can do it yourself in a snap. A dimmer switch can make a room more ...more

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How to install a gas fireplace with This Old House

Install a gas fireplace with This Old House

Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to install a gas fireplace. Steps: 1 Prepare installation site by building wall ...more

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How to install a GFCI outlet

Install a GFCI outlet

A GFCI outlet (which stands for ground fault circuit interrupter) is a receptacle with its own built-in circuit breaker. It is intended to ...more

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How to install a kitchen garbage disposer

Install a kitchen garbage disposer

Kitchen garbage disposers are designed to grind up leftovers and other food waste so that you can flush the debris safely down the sink ...more

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SPLAT! Art Made from Everyday Household Items

Tom Friedman. One of my very favorite contemporary artists. Friedman injects the wonder into the humdrum. He creates magic from the unsuspected with his incredible sculptures assembled from simple ...

Cheat Your Way to 300 (via Remote Control)

This is full blown cheating - no ifs, ands or buts about it. Introducing the RC900, a remote-control bowling ball invented by San Antonio, Texas-based 900 Global. Says Popular Mechanics, "The ...

World's Fastest Bicycle Goes 75mph

Cycling enthusiasts, behold. Fastest bicycle in the world, designed by VARNA of British Columbia. Pretty impressive. Check it out, Barbara Buatois of France completes her new One Hour World Record at ...

Knit Your Food

Knitted delectable delights from Ed Bing Lee. Inspired? Gotta start somewhere. Previously, Crocheters Like to Party, Too. English Ladies Knit Entire Village.

Bomb-Proof Your Home With Wallpaper

Incredible. A company called Berry Plastics (in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers) has developed a working bomb proof wallpaper. The technology has the ability to protect against both ...

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