DOWEL How-To Videos & Articles

Follow these dowel tutorials to learn all about dowel with WonderHowTo's collection of free how-to videos and articles, like Install post and dowel fencing, Build a dowel organizer, and Make a creature puppet that bites and wags when held.

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How to install post and dowel fencing

Install post and dowel fencing

My how-to on Post and Dowel Fencing. My buddy Sven and I, with the help of landowner Rex, installing a massive post & dowel Fence. You need ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by bird crick | Comments 0
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How to build a dowel organizer

Build a dowel organizer

Learn how to build a dowel organizer for your shop; watch a video that shows how to use scraps of PVC pipe to make a nifty organizer.

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Curated 2 years ago by Bobinski | Comments 0
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How to make a creature puppet that bites and wags when held

Make a creature puppet that bites and wags when held

If you're in the mood to make a horror movie, complete with creepy ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 3,076

How to make a dancing snowman puppet

Make a dancing snowman puppet

Have a blast with puppeteer John Kennedy in this how-to video, as he shows you how to create the coolest guy in town, Dancin' Snowman! He'll ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to make a Where the Wild Things Are Halloween costume

Make a Where the Wild Things Are Halloween costume

Release your inner wild thing with a costume based on the classic ...more

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Curated last month by Howcast | Comments 0
Views 4,502

How to install a cross dowel to adjoin wood for a CNC router

Install a cross dowel to adjoin wood for a CNC router

A CNC router machine is probably the most useful tool a hobbyist can ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by tenebrism | Comments 0
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How to train a quaker parrot to be a friendly pet

Train a quaker parrot to be a friendly pet

Exotic birds can be a challenge to bring into a home, but with the right instruction, can be sweet and friendly pets. Discover two quick ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 2
Views 2,134

How to turn a sling shot into a deadly spear gun

Turn a sling shot into a deadly spear gun

Learn how you can change a sling shot into a deadly spear gun. To make this gun you will need two plastic ties, 2" diameter PVC pipe, two ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 7
Views 18,553

How to repair a baluster with This Old House

Repair a baluster with This Old House

Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to repair a baluster. Steps: 1. Set one half of busted baluster in routing jig. 2 ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 272

How to build a PVC recorder

Build a PVC recorder

Learn how to build a recorder out of cheap parts (pvc pipe and dowel rod) and common tools.

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,559

How to make a cardboard sword for Cosplay

Make a cardboard sword for Cosplay

Check out this step by step instructional video to learn how to make a Cosplay Sword from cardboard and wood! Make sure you have all of the ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 4,976

How to make a homemade flag

Make a homemade flag

Join host Lisa Bleyaert in this how-to video as she shows you how to make a homemade flag that’s fun for the whole family to make! The steps ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to make a Gatling gun arm costume

Make a Gatling gun arm costume

Backyard FX is back just in time for Halloween with this video tutorial. This how-to video shows you how to replace your an arm with a ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 1
Views 1,176

How to deter burglars

Deter burglars

Burglary is common, but is also quite preventable with these tactics. You Will Need * A dog * Motion detector lights * A security ...more

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Curated 2 months ago by Howcast | Comments 0
Views 264

How To Riempie a Chair

Riempie a Chair

This articles gives step-by-step instructions on how to replace the damaged riempies of a chair or bench. Remove old riempies and tacks ...more

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Written 3 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 130

How To Build a Birdhouse

Build a Birdhouse

Having birds in your garden brings beauty, not to mention the sweetness of bird songs. If you want to keep the birds coming back, one way is ...more

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Written 5 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 65

How To Weave with Seed Beads

Weave with Seed Beads

Weaving with seed beads is like normal bead weaving, with a couple of slight differences. Here is how to weave with seed beads. Click any ...more

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Written 3 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 993

How To Make a Diamond Kite

Make a Diamond Kite

A diamond-shaped kite is easy to make and will fly in even the lowest wind speeds. These instructions will show you how to make a simple ...more

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Written 3 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 449

How To Make a Topwater Lure for Saltwater Fishing

Make a Topwater Lure for Saltwater Fishing

Catching a fish on topwater is one of the best experiences for any fisherman. Watching the fish strike at the lure is exciting. There are ...more

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Written 3 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 709

How To Make Battery Eliminators

Make Battery Eliminators

You've got dozens of battery-powered devices around, some used so often that you need to recharge the battery constantly; and some used so ...more

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Written 3 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 767

How To Crochet a Toy Hammock

Crochet a Toy Hammock

Do you or the special kids in your life have a favorite toy or doll who could use some time off its feet after a busy day of play? Is it ...more

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Written 3 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 511

How To Repair a Loose Wood Screw Hole for a Hinge

Repair a Loose Wood Screw Hole for a Hinge

Do you have a woodscrew hole for a hinge that is loose? Here are a few quick suggestions on how to go about doing this type of repair ...more

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Written 3 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 236

How To Run an 18V Ryobi Tool Using a Car Battery

Run an 18V Ryobi Tool Using a Car Battery

Special battery packs often fail. Wouldn't it be great if you could run your 18V device off a car battery instead? You'll of course lose ...more

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Written 4 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 231

How To Make Torches

Make Torches

Materials, accelerants, and additions for torches work well for starting bonfires, but are kind of limited to a one-time use. Rip or cut the ...more

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Written 4 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 389

How to make a speargun for under two bucks

Make a speargun for under two bucks

Check out this video on how to make a speargun, but more importantly, how to make a spear gun and for under two dollars. All you need is a ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 1
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How to install a solar attic fan with This Old House

Install a solar attic fan with This Old House

Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to install a solar ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,181

How to construct a homemade kite out of heavy craft paper

Construct a homemade kite out of heavy craft paper

Call your kids into the kitchen for this homemade kite project. This ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 975

How to install ebony forend trip on a rifle

Install ebony forend trip on a rifle

An ebony forend tip can add a real touch of class to any rifle stock. Larry Potterfield, CEO and Founder of MidwayUSA, demonstrates how to ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,221

How to build a homemade rubber band crossbow

Build a homemade rubber band crossbow

Check out this video on how to build a homemade rubber band crossbow. Yes, a rubber band crossbow. What, did you think you were going to ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by reyes_leonor | Comments 0
Views 6,227

How to make a powerful sparkler rocket

Make a powerful sparkler rocket

Grab some paper, some duct tape, a 1/4-inch wooden dowel rod about three feet long, a highlighter, Elmer's white glue, wire cutters, five to ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie | Comments 0
Views 2,575

How To Make a Spiral Wire Bead Ring

Make a Spiral Wire Bead Ring

Wire rings are very much in style this season. They can come in different shapes and colored beads to wear with different outfits . Twisting ...more

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Written 3 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 1,815

How To Make a Jump Ring

Make a Jump Ring

Jump rings are the small circles of wire used to attach findings to jewellery , or even make up part of the design of the jewellery itself ...more

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Written 4 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 188

How To Make a Draft Dodger

Make a Draft Dodger

A "Draft Dodger" is a simple tube of fabric stuffed with other fabrics or materials. It is used to keep the outside cold air from sneaking ...more

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Written 4 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 132

How To Flintknapp

Flintknapp

A flintknapper is an individual who shapes stone through the process of knapping or striking with another object (lithic reduction). A ...more

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Written 3 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 147

How To Tie Rebar

Tie Rebar

Building with concrete involves many steps to achieve the best results, including forming, grading, placing, and finishing . One critical ...more

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Written 4 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 1,241

How To Make a Game Like Bing Bang Boing

Make a Game Like Bing Bang Boing

This game involves setting up small trampolines to allow a ball bearing or marble to bounce along a number of them in succession, hitting ...more

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Written 3 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 305

How To Make a Stylus

Make a Stylus

So, you just lost the stylus to your PDA or Nintendo DS and need a new one. Follow these steps and you can use your device again until you ...more

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Written 5 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 78

How To Add Fringe to a Crochet or Knit Project

Add Fringe to a Crochet or Knit Project

Adding fringe to a knitted or crocheted scarf , blanket , or poncho is easy and fun to do. Plus, it adds a finished touch to your project ...more

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Written 5 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 439

How To Make a Vodka Watermelon

Make a Vodka Watermelon

When in season, you will be able to find miniature watermelons at most fruit markets. They have a thin skin unlike the usual watermelon and ...more

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Written 3 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 500

How To Make an Eskimo Snow House

Make an Eskimo Snow House

Throwing snowballs and making snow forts fills many people's memories. But you can raise your snow-time recreation to a fine art by building ...more

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Written 3 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 186

How To Build a Crank and Slider Mechanism

Build a Crank and Slider Mechanism

A crank and slider is a common, simple mechanism used to convert rotational motion into reciprocating linear motion, or motion that goes ...more

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Written 3 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 508

How To Choose & Install New Cabinet Knobs or Pulls

Choose & Install New Cabinet Knobs or Pulls

Changing the hardware on your cabinets and furniture is one of the quickest and easiest ways to update a room. Knobs are available in every ...more

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Written 4 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 334

How To Play the Saw

Play the Saw

Playing a saw was a common way to make music in days gone by, just as was washboards, jugs, and washtub bases. For those who would be ...more

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Written 3 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 53

How To Run Your House With Solar Power

Run Your House With Solar Power

Unless you have US$20K or more to invest, running a typical household "off grid" is not possible; what many people take for granted as ...more

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Written 4 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 587

How To Build a Desktop Catapult

Build a Desktop Catapult

Here is a guide to help you build your own desktop catapult , great for launching your balled up waste paper at the garbage can, giving your ...more

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Written 3 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 1,384

How To Create a Flavorful Breakfast Sausage

Create a Flavorful Breakfast Sausage

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But how to get that perfectly browned, decidedly juicy sausage patty you look foreward to ...more

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Written 4 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 134

How To Make a Table

Make a Table

Making a wooden table is a great entry level project for the beginning woodworker, and also a complex project for the more experienced ...more

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Written 4 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 285

How To Open a Wine Bottle Without a Corkscrew

Open a Wine Bottle Without a Corkscrew

Imagine a beautiful day, the perfect picnic , a special someone, a loaf of bread, some cheese and a bottle of wine and...no corkscrew!? No ...more

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Written 3 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 129

How To Burglarproof Your Doors

Burglarproof Your Doors

Are a couple of recent thefts on the news or in your neighborhood keeping you up at night? Fortunately, there are ways to protect yourself ...more

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Written 3 months ago by WikiHow | Comments 0
Views 825

How to build a steam powered toy boat (FAKE?)

Build a steam powered toy boat (FAKE?)

F for FAKE. This video has been labeled a "Faux-To". Commonly contested as bogus science, we believe this video to be a hoax. What's your ...more

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Freehand Circle Drawing World Champion

Wait for it, wait for it... it happens really fast... at right about 1:05. Okay, maybe he's not a world champion, but a very cool party trick nonetheless. Here's one way to do it (not quite as perfect ...

Launch Cars Off Cliffs For Fun

More redneck fun. Bob Moravitz plus family and friends have created an 8 hour event of propelling vehicles off cliffs. Held yearly, admission is free but donations are encouraged (to cover insurance ...

Pimp Your Bike

That's right, cars aren't the only mode of transportation worth customizing. Dekochari, the Japanese art of pimping your bicycle: "Dekochari is a form of art bike indigenous to Japan dating back ...

Deadly Crossbow (Made With Newspaper)

Mythbusters decided to test whether an inmate could "kill another inmate across the hall using a crossbow made of newspaper": "Jamie and Adam built separate crossbows for the myth and ...

World's Most Badass Swing Set

My stomach is doing somersaults just watching this. Looks fun, albeit incredibly dangerous. Take it down a notch (or fifty) and build an indoor swing this winter. Previously, Deeply Trusting Female ...

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