Hobby & Do It Yourself 2025, January
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Have you always wondered how illusionists of the caliber of David Blaine make objects float? It is called the “invisible thread technique”. Usually you buy it, but in a few simple steps you can create it yourself! Steps Step 1. Retrieve a black shirt Better if it's an old shirt, even if it's not essential.
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Here are a number of techniques to scare people. Consult the Tips and Warnings, they are important. Go ahead, try! Steps Step 1. Try the wardrobe trick Find a closet (possibly a heavily used one) and pop out when someone opens it.
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Anyone who has spent any time on a farm with chickens is probably familiar with this trick. On the other hand, those who have never heard of it will be surprised to see a hen lying perfectly still after following these instructions. Biologists think that fear causes this "
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Scaring people is an art. Whether you want to scare your enemy in the dark corner of a parking lot, or you want to create a haunted house that will make history, being able to truly scare people away is a tall order. While it will take time and persistence to truly scare your victim, the sheer terror you will see in their eyes will pay off for your efforts.
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Are you starting a career as a wizard or are you just looking for a way to impress friends at an evening or during a normal conversation? In this case, you are in the right place. If you want to know how to make something disappear, read thoughts and practice some easy card tricks, follow these guidelines.
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If you want to learn how to skewer a watermelon with a playing card, to imitate the famous illusionist and card thrower Ricky Jay, you must first learn how to throw cards with precision rather than force. With a little practice, you can learn different casting styles, catches and the best throws.
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What good are friends if not as the occasional victim of funny pranks? Pranking your friends is a great way to relax and show your affection in an alternative way. It's also a good way to take revenge for something they've done to you! Whether it's an April Fool or simply a way to improve the atmosphere at home, at work or at school, this quick guide can give you many ideas.
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Not everyone gets to lick their elbow. However, if you've been lucky enough to be born with a particularly short arm and a really long tongue, you can learn a technique for reaching the elbow and making the impossible possible. See Step 1 for more information.
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Do you want to defeat the laws of physics - or at least make others believe that you managed to do it? You just need some cutlery and a minimum of imagination. With these tools, it's easy to make cutlery appear to be floating in space on a glass.
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Do you have a terrible hiccup? Are you bored at a sleepover? Whatever the reason, getting scared isn't that simple, but if you do it can be very exciting. To scare yourself you need to have a little creativity - you can't just stand in front of the mirror, scream and expect to be truly afraid.
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There are many legitimate reasons why you might want to tie someone up - maybe it's for a play, or maybe you're making a joke on your best friend for his bachelor party. Always make sure that the other person is comfortable and that the procedure is carried out safely, however tying someone up is relatively easy and can be fun when done right.
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By giving the impression of reading your mind, you can impress your friends. If you are convincing enough, even your enemies will hesitate to think badly of you! However, to read the signals necessary to make other people believe that you can interpret their thoughts you need observation skills and an excellent knowledge of the subject.
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Binding yourself in this position can be quite difficult, but if you know how to do it it becomes pretty easy. Always remember to plan how you will free yourself BEFORE binding, or you will risk staying like this for a long time. This article explains how to bond like this, not how to untie!
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A mentalist is an individual who appears to have supernatural powers and who is able to deduce some personal information with specific techniques. Mentalists are very good at interpreting behavior, have excellent observation skills and are able to grasp every little detail.
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What is the secret to giving someone a "bad look" or "sweet eyes"? Believe it or not, it all depends on the size of the pupils. Indeed, the researchers found that the emotions we feel about what we see affect the size of our pupils (welcome to the world of "
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Spitting fire is a trick that has been used for decades by circus performers, magicians and street performers at carnivals, fairs or the like. The fire-breathers use a technique that consists in putting a combustible liquid in their mouth and making it ignite by spitting it on a burning flame, in order to create the illusion of spitting or blowing fire.
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Card games are the basis of magic tricks, but they are not the simplest to master. To make a wide variety of card games, there are some grips, movements and techniques that can be learned. Read on to learn some of these fundamentals. Steps Method 1 of 7:
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A loaded, or weighted, die is used to stun, confuse, or defeat another person. By changing the weight distribution in the nut, you can increase the number of times a given face shows up. Regardless of whether you want to show off some unlikely magic trick or win some dice games, learn how to make up these items is a fun process.
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We've all seen sawed-up hands, plastic spiders, and legions of the walking dead for Halloween. But how many people have a collection of heads at home? Put a head in a jar! We will show some ways to make the dead enjoy the holidays as well, by giving them adequate accommodation.
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The Four Kings sleight of hand is a perfect card trick for beginners and is easily performed by children. There are many variations and almost all of them are based on keeping the four kings together by making the public believe they have separated them.
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Are linear equations and geometric progressions not for you? Maybe it's time to take a break from math class and entertain friends with some calculator tricks. By following a few instructions you can create funny words on the monitor of the instrument while maybe you tell a nice story!
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If you want to play a joke, attend a show or prepare a costume for Halloween, in this article you will find some simple cosmetic techniques that allow you to deceive others and give the impression of being unwell. To start, apply a powder product over the entire face to make it visibly pale, then draw circles under the eyes with a dark brow pencil in order to make them sunken, as if you have not slept at all.
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Sleight of hand is a good way to impress friends, but also to improve your hand skills and entertainer skills. To learn some basic tricks you simply need a deck of cards, some practice, and a healthy dose of style to impress your audience. Steps Method 1 of 3:
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We hope you have never found yourself held back against your will, but if you happen to be in such a situation, you will be delighted to know some effective escape strategies. The regular law enforcement handcuffs and more recently, the plastic laces, can both be rendered ineffective in seconds if you know what you are doing.
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Thanks to math you can do many tricks with numbers. For example, you can deduce someone's age by giving precise instructions and doing simple calculations. This person will have the impression that you are performing a magic trick, but in reality you just need to know some information and the mathematical formula will always give you the right answer.
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Retractable garden sprinklers tend to get stuck as they get older, being exposed to lawn mower blades. If hit, they can cause water leaks that will cause bills to go up and the grass to rot. Replacing a sprinkler is simple; follow this guide and your garden will always be green.
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Knowing how to use a fire extinguisher could save your life in an emergency. The correct way to put out the flames is to use a four-step technique: pull out the safety pin, direct the hose, pull the trigger and move the sprayer horizontally.
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Finishing a plasterboard wall is intended to prepare the wall for painting. The procedure is simple and consists in sealing the joints between the panels that form the wall by spreading paper tape on the joints, after which the special filler must be applied and sanded to obtain a perfectly smooth surface.
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Are you worried about getting lost in the forest? This article shows you what to keep on hand for a survival kit. Steps Method 1 of 1: Put Your Kit Together Step 1. Purchase a lunch box, handbag, shoulder bag or backpack with three pockets You will use it to hold everything you need.
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In this short guide you will find an easy method to shoot a rubber band with your own hands! Steps Step 1. Form a gun with your hand Step 2. Place the elastic vertically on the tip of your index finger Step 3. Pull the elastic back with the other hand (from the palm side) until it is past the raised thumb Step 4.
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A silicone gun can help if there is a need to seal cracks in windows, in the bathtub or in other areas with interstices inside the house. It can be frustrating if you don't know exactly how to use the gun. On the other hand, it is easier and more convenient if you already know how to do it.
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Many people have also put bathing in an Adamic costume on the list of "things to do absolutely in life", and it is understandable, since it is a fun experience like swimming, but with a pinch of extra thrill! With the right conditions you can bathe completely naked without getting caught and have a good memory for the rest of your life.
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It is possible to successfully dive from a cliff into a lake or the sea. Indeed, it is an extreme sport practiced by some people, and a tourist attraction in some places like La Quebrada in Mexico, where the famous "clavadistas" dive every day.
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If you try to orient yourself in nature and you don't have a compass, don't worry! There are ways to find out which direction is true north during the day and night. Using the sun, shadows and stars as reference points, you will have no problem finding north and heading on the right path.
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Does the idea of spending a fun day on the beach fill you with joy? Whether you have the chance to enjoy the beach all day or just for a couple of hours, make sure you bring everything you need to make the most of your time. Whatever company you choose - friends, family, children or just yourself - it's important to organize your beach bag with everything you need to meet your needs and unexpected eventualities.
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If you like hiking, or just walking on rough terrain, a walking stick can be a very useful accessory. A good stick improves your balance, allows you to train your arms, and can be used to move bushes or other obstacles, as well as provide you with other benefits.
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Do you want to get clean and renewable energy for free? Cut your electricity bill? Try to build your own solar panels! These cost much less than those on the market and work great! Read the instructions below to make them yourself. Steps Part 1 of 6:
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A gravel driveway is an element that beautifies the home without being overly expensive. It also has a longer life than asphalted ones and is more environmentally friendly. Snow and rain are absorbed by the ground below the gravel, avoiding water stagnation and minimizing the risk of flooding.
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Drawing a floor plan to scale is a fundamental phase of the design and is very useful for getting an idea of the arrangement of the furniture. Follow the instructions in this article to learn how. Steps Step 1. Measure the length of the longest wall If you intend to draw the floor plan of a real space (as opposed to an imaginary project), take the measurements with a tape measure.
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When it comes to interior decoration, tablecloths offer an elegant way to liven up a kitchen or living room while protecting table finishes from stains and scratches. You can buy tablecloths anywhere, but you will have greater personal satisfaction if you make a tablecloth that perfectly matches your style and color and furniture preferences.