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Crochet is an art, similar to knitting, and similarly to knitting, can be performed in many different ways (i.e. different stitches). Crochet, is however, different to knitting as you will be crafting your warm, woollen pieces with a single hooked-shape needle (as opposed to two, or more, straight needles) and you will only have a single stitch active at a time. I am going to show you how to create what is referred to as a “granny square,” using double crochet, one of the more common stitches.
Required Tools/Materials
Crochet needle
Yarn
Instructions
Ring
Create a Slip Knot – create a loop loosely over your finger (short strand over the long). Pull the long strand over the short strand, and through the loop. Pull on the short strand to tighten (take your finger out of the...
How to Build Stairs
When building additions to your home or tree fort, something you may want to create are stairs. They can be various sizes and types, made from concrete, iron wrought and wood. The stairs I will describe for you will be made of wood and very simple to make. Required Materials/Tools 2×6″ lumber 2×12″ lumber Framing […]
How to Roast Garlic
Garlic has many nutritional benefits and its distinct flavor will enhance the taste of any dish that uses it. Roasting garlic is a simple, fast and easy procedure. The following article will teach you exactly how to do this. Whether you are simply expanding your culinary pallet or you have heard the praises of garlic […]
How to Dial Internationally
Did you know that the number of international long distance calls from the United States has skyrocketed from only about 200 million a year to more than 6.2 billion per year over the past 20 years? With so many international calls being made on a regular basis, consumers need to have the best information on how to make and how to save on those calls. Whether you call your friend in China once a year just to say “hello,” or call your family in Mexico on a weekly basis, you want to make your calls with ease and at the best rates available. Read on to find out how!
Instructions
Direct Dialing
Once you find the country code you wish to dial, simply dial using this formula: 011 + country code + city code + phone number
So, if we were to call Tokyo, Japan, it would look like this: 011...
How to Build a Fountain
A fountain can turn a beautiful garden into a soft quiet retreat. The sound of lapping water that draws birds to drink can bring one’s soul at ease. Fountains are a great addition to any home and garden. They can be found outdoors, in the front lawn or in the backyard. Installing one can be tricky, but with a little ingenuity and some patience, you will have a beautiful work of art that will increase the value of your home, and bring a calm serenity to your yard.
Required Materials
3 pottery jugs
Water pump
Sand
Mortar
Bricks
Rubber lining (this needs to be specific for “ponds”)
A copper support pipe
Required Tools
Shovel
Electric drill
Instructions
We need to first dig a basin in the ground about 4x6ft.
After the basin is dug, dig a round hole about 1ft deep and the...
