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How To: Create a feminine French twist easily

A French twist is the royal mother of classy hairstyles. Less pretentious than the bouffant and more elegant than a French braid, it maintains a perfect, fashionable elegance. And while the hairstyle looks hard to do, all it takes is a little patience (and maybe a bobby pin or two).

How To: Crochet a rag rug from recycled cotton bed linens

Recycle your old bedclothes and obtain a fashionable rag rug in the process! Learn to make a rag rugs from old linens with this green crafter's guide. While this tutorial is geared toward people already posessing some knowledge of crocheting, beginners should be able to follow along provided they understand the bare essentials. For more information, and to get started making your own rag rugs, watch this free video crochet lesson.

How To: Wear an Infinity Scarf

In this video, learn from Katie O Chicago how to wear an infinitity scarf in three different styles. Showing you step by step instructions, wear your fashionable new scarf to keep you warm while looking stylish.

How To: Discharge dye a T shirt

Make any dark shirt look super cool with discharge dye in less than 30 minutes! This is an easy dying project that is similar to tie dying but does not use colors. Bleaching a dark shirt will make it fashionable and customized to your liking. Bleach discharge uses the same techniques as tie dying. You need rubber bands, a t shirt and a bleach filled water bucket.

How To: Groom a poodle

Watch this instructional dog video on how to groom your poodle for show days. Mix a shampoo and water solution. Use a cleaning shampoo and a reconstructive shampoo. Follow these grooming guidelines to give your poodle a fashionable look.

How To: Tie a tie - Expert instructions

One of the hardest things you'll ever have to do in adulthood as a male is tie a tie. Neckties are one of the hardest things to teach and hardest things to learn. Tying a tie is so hard that the majority of men are picking up clip-on ties instead, despite their lack of maturity. If you want to learn how to tie a tie, this video tutorial might finally show you the ways. See what you've been doing wrong all of these years.

How To: Make a tutu out of an old petticoat

Running out of costume ideas for your next Halloween? How about a tutu-clad ballerina, french maid, pirate or fairy? Or if you're brave enough, why not wear a tutu to the supermarket? ThreadBanger shows us how to make a tutu out of an old petticoat, some tool, and ribbon... This project takes a while to complete, but once done, you'll be the bell of the Halloween ball! And isn't that worth any amount of sewing?

How To: Make a duffel bag out of old umbrellas

ThreadBanger pays homage to the movie "Fame" by showing us how to make the perfect "80's-tastic" duffel bag out of old umbrellas. With this thrifty idea, you will need a few umbrellas (broken is fine), scissors, a square pattern, a sewing machine, a zipper, and anything handy that will work as a strap. Use your new custom duffel bag to carry all your leotards or dance shoes in, or make a statement on your way to the video store to rent "FAME!"

How To: Make a wine rack from scrap wood & old belts

ThreadBanger's Decor It Yourself show us how to "do it yourself" when making a wine rack using just scrap wood and old belts. At a great size, it's easy to store and great to give as a gift. Looking to fill that wine rack and don't know where to begin? In the later half of this video, the gals from ThreadBanger take us wine tasting and give advice for your next wine shopping excursion.

How To: Make a piñata with household materials

Need a pinata for Cinco De Mayo or special occasion? This week Meg of Decor It Yourself shows you how with some simple house hold materials. Piñatas are a fun Mexican tradition, and are as easy to make as any paper mache project. Check out this how-to video to get ready for your next fiesta!

How To: Make a sewing body form with Threadbanger

A customized body form will allow your sewing projects to fit you perfectly. Need a body form but dont have the cash for one? Well this video episode of Threadbanger Projects shows you how to make a replica of yourself using your old scraps,some packaging tape and an old christmas tree.You'll have to see it to believe it!

How To: Make a scalloped crochet hoop earring

Think all crochet projects produce yuppy granny squares and are only done by elderly cat ladies who live alone? Think again. With stars like Amanda Seyfried proclaiming that knitting is their favorite hobby, crocheting/knitting is once again becoming hot stuff, kind of like designer cupcakes or pilates.

How To: Tie a kerchief scarf

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to learn how tie a kerchief scarf. Begin by opening the square scarf and then fold the points together on opposing sides to create a triangle shape. Now place the triangle on your chest, with the pointed tip facing downwards and bring the end points around your neck. Users may choose to let the end points hang down loosely or tick them under for a more fuller look. For a more asymmetrical look, turn the scarf to one side. This video will benefit those...

How To: Make an interchangeable crochet headband

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to make an interchangeable headband. The materials required for this project are a crochet headband or hat and 1-3/4" of 3/8" ribbon. Begin by turning the headband inside out. Then place a small dot of hot glue onto the center of the seam and glue on end of the ribbon to the seam. Now pinch the headband and wrap the ribbon around and place a dot of glue on the ribbon. This video will benefit those viewers who enjoy making crafts and homemade accessori...

How To: Wear a long scarf

In this tutorial, Cate Adair shows us how to wear a long scarf and look fashionable. First, remember to style the scarf with something you like to wear and style it how you feel comfortable doing. The first way you can wear a long scarf is to wrap it around your neck once, then tie a knot around where your cleavage starts. This will look great with a v-neck short sleeved top. Another way to wear a long scarf is to tie it around the waist to create a look that will slim you if you have a round...

How To: Make hair clips with alligator clips and ribbon

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to make a ribbon covered pinch clip. The materials required for this hair clip are 4 1/2" x 3/8" of ribbon, glue gun and an alligator clip. Open the pinch clip and place the ribbon inside it. Align it to the clip so that it is straight. Then apply some hot glue onto the surface of the pinch clip and then fold the ribbon to glue it. Alight the ribbon to the top of the clip and flatten the ribbon. Now apply some more glue on the ribbon and push it into ...

How To: Make custom Christmas reindeer decorations

This video shows you how to make your own home made Christmas reindeer decorations. You need some floral fabric, scissors, a few feathers, and some artificial eyes. Draw a reindeer template on some cardboard, using a cookie cutter if you wish, and cut it out. Paint some glue thinly on the reindeer shape. Lay the fabric on the glue and spread it out with your hands. You can use anything for this, even wrapping paper. This crafty look is very fashionable at the moment. Attach the plastic eyes a...

How To: Walk in high heels with some helpful tips

In this video you can see how you can walk in high heels. Heels do not need to be long and thin to be considered fashionable. But no matter the length of your heel, take extra caution to keep your balance and place the least amount of strain on your muscles. Step with your heel down first, then let the sole follow quickly and smoothly. Walk with your toes pointing straight ahead or as close to straight ahead as possible. Swing your arms as you walk for balance. Keep your legs straight, close ...

How To: Create cute curls with a headband

In this video tutorial, you'll learn how to use a headband and curls to create a cute and fashionable look with your hair. Use any headband (She uses one from Jcrew) a curling iron and hairspray. You tease your hair a little for volume, curl in sections and spray to hold a "poof" behind the headband. Then, you curl the bottom sections in loose waves. You end up with a hairstyle that will work for any occasion be it casual or formal!

How To: Change your housewife image to glamorous in 4 minutes

In the dead of winter, here are some tips to change your image to something more stylish and sexy in a few minutes. Using the proper accessories such as a scarf, hat, and the proper coat, you can completely change your look. Combinations of different accessories are just what you need to transform your look without having to change your clothes or your hairstyle. This video is a very interesting way for the average person to switch up their looks and look fashionable in the winter.

How To: Crochet a larger-sized beanie cap for a man

You repeat stitches each round, so once you get the basic sequence down you can do the whole thing. This is an easy pattern to crochet once you learn it and you can apply to lots of different projects with your crochet ventures. Not only that, you can make a fashionable hat without paying trendy prices at the mall! Learn this once and you can save money forever. This video will show you how to crochet a beanie for a man.

How To: Make your own customized clock

Clocks are an essential part of your home, but you don't just have to settle for whatever clocks you can find at the store. Is this tutorial from Decor it Yourself, you'll learn how to make a funky timepiece that suits your style. Almost anything can be a clock, as long as you put a drill through it and stick it the wall!

How To: Create scary Halloween party decor

Hosting a Halloween party and looking for some inspiration? ThreadBanger's Decor It Yourself is here to help with a few spooky ideas that can be thrown together at home and for cheap! Projects include eerie terrariums, adding red to the eyes in your portrait wall art, and bloody-ing up your shower curtain like a scene out of Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho.

How To: Make a fancy, beaded, princess tiara

In an hour, make your own fancy beaded princess tiara with some help from ThreadBanger. You'll need a skinny stiff headband, 24-gage floral wire, a wire cutter, plastic beads and a creative sense of spirit! With a few twists, ties, and beads, you'll have a new piece of head decor to crown yourself princess for the day.

How To: Accessorize a little black cocktail dress

Everyone loves a great LBD, but sometimes we get a bit stymied on how to best accessorize it. Fashion Expert Sharon Haver of FocusOnStyle.com shares women's fashion tips for how to accessorize a little black cocktail dress. Learn some great tips on accessorizing that black dress and put more mileage in your fashionable wardrobe.