Hobby & Do It Yourself 2025, January

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Shelves are one of the most useful pieces of furniture that can be found in a home or office. They can carry books, decorations, tools, utensils and more and help tidy up, divide, clean and keep their items tidy. There are many ways to make a shelf, some easier and some more difficult:

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If you've always wanted to freshen up your backyard patio but didn't know how to do it until now, roll up your sleeves and dive into this easy tutorial. In just one weekend, you can turn your old patio into a beautiful, repainted one, making your neighbors jealous.

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The scarecrow used to be a common element in the fields of old, but now they are back in vogue as a decoration for Halloween and fall themed. With some used clothes and some straw, you can easily build your own scarecrow. That's how. Steps Method 1 of 3:

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Playing casino slots can be a fun hobby (and in some cases it can become a habit). These machines can bombard your senses with lights, sounds or vibrations, all designed to entice you to play, whether in a casino or online. Due to their attention-grabbing ability, slot machines are one of the most played casino games.

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Roulette is one of the most popular casino games in the world. It has been offering glamor, mystery and excitement to casino-goers since the 17th century. Here's how to master the basics of this intriguing game. Steps Method 1 of 2:

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Nylon is a synthetic fabric that can be dyed, so changing the color of this material is a pretty easy procedure. Once you have everything you need, you simply have to prepare the dye bath and let the jacket soak in it, until the material takes on the new color.

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You can spend € 50 or more on a trendy necklace in a trendy shop, or you can make it with a few things, a little time and a little creativity. You can get an infinite variety of personalized necklaces, from one made of simple beads to of buttons.

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Appliqués are a great way to add personality to mundane clothing, and to transform old clothes into something new and fun. They can also be used to create personalized gifts, such as t-shirts, tote bags, or hats for friends and loved ones. You can create applications of any kind, there is no limit to your imagination!

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Making your own braided accessories is fun, easy, and very inexpensive. We will show you how to make your own 4 strand bracelet using embroidery thread. Steps Step 1. Choose your colors You can have any number from 1 to 4. 2 colors is a pretty easy combination to work with, but have fun and be creative.

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Do you often run out of liquid soap? Buying it can be expensive, especially if you choose soaps made with natural ingredients. Why pay € 5 or € 10 for a bottle, when you can make it yourself at home? Read on to learn how to turn a bar of soap into liquid soap or make it from scratch.

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Building an animal enclosure depends a lot on the type of livestock you intend to keep inside. There are several types. This article provides a simple overview of a typical stock corral. Feel free to start an article on any type of pen, divided by type or by livestock.

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Decanting is a useful method of emptying a large amount of water from one container to another, for example to clean a fish tank by decanting the water. Everything you need for this operation can easily be found at a home or hardware store. Follow these tips if you want to pour water.

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Manhunt is a very fun and action-packed 90s game to play both day and night! Below you will find the basic rules and some tips. Steps Step 1. Group at least six players; the number of participants must be even The more people there are, the more fun the game will be.

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To harden the skin you have to alter its structure on a molecular level. This is normally achieved by combining the use of heat, water and wax, but there are many procedures for doing this. Steps Method 1 of 3: Water Absorption Step 1.

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Polymer clay is perfect for amateur and professional sculptors - you don't have to worry about keeping it moist while you work it, or you don't run the risk of it exploding while baking! Plus it keeps for a long time and you can cook it in your kitchen oven!

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Maybe you know someone who can spin a pencil around their thumb. You may be able to do it too, but there is one thing that will amaze everyone: to spin a pencil around the middle finger. Leave your friends speechless. Steps Part 1 of 2:

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Do you want to be a rag doll for Halloween or Carnival? Do you like wool thread wigs? Follow these simple steps on how to make a wig with just a few steps and without a lot of trouble! Steps Method 1 of 2: With Glue Step 1. Prepare the cap on the Styrofoam / ball head You will need a swimming cap, tights or a hat that covers right down to the hairline.

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The wooden doors in the house are cozy and elegant. If you want to fix old doors or refinish new doors, learning how to paint them correctly is a great project for DIY home decor experts and beginners. With the right tools and the right process, you can paint wooden doors to highlight their natural beauty and texture, and learn how to protect the paint with finishes to make doors last for years.

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A tap tap cuts threads into the holes to accommodate screws or bolts. Taps can also be used to restore a damaged thread or to carve a new, larger one in the event of severe damage or filleting. Steps Step 1. Find the diameter and depth of the thread you want to make What size should the screw be for this hole?

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An airlock valve allows carbon dioxide (CO2) to exit the wine and beer fermentation container without allowing air to enter. Steps Step 1. Clean a clear plastic container Clean, unlabeled drug tubes are fine. Step 2. Drill a 3mm hole in the lid and another ballpoint-sized hole in the bottom Step 3.

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How not to love bubbles? They shine iridescent, soar in the air and then… burst! Learn how to choose the right soap and bubble blower, then start blowing! Steps Part 1 of 3: Choose the Soapy Solution Step 1. Buy some bubbles You will find them in small plastic bottles in toy stores, supermarkets and "

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Counting cards in blackjack is to give the player an advantage. Contrary to popular belief, it doesn't require a Rain Man brain - anyone can learn paper counting with a little practice, not just Kevin Spacey and his bunch of MIT brains. Here's how to do it.

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Knowing how to refine gold can come in handy if you want to earn a little more from its sale or if you are a jeweler who wants to learn the procedure to be able to implement it at home. Provided that the necessary precautions are taken, there are many methods for refining gold in small quantities.

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Fishing for catfish in a pond is fun. Most people are unaware that this type of fishing is possible. However, in many ponds there are also large ones - read on! Steps Step 1. Put your bait on the hook Use anything that smells a lot, like shrimp.

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The sand crabs are not the same as "Mr. Krabs" in the Spongebob cartoon, or the huge orange and reddish ones found in seafood restaurants. The ones we are trying to catch are a species that tends to camouflage and blend into the sand.

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Whether you're an experienced camper or just want to have a sleepover with your friends, learning how to fold and roll a sleeping bag the right way will help. Knowing how to juggle this skill will help you keep your sleeping bag clean and also prevent it from taking up too much space when you're not using it.

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The flowers are so beautiful! Learn how to draw one by following the steps in this tutorial. Steps Method 1 of 2: Draw a Rose Step 1. Draw a small curved "U" line Draw another (slightly larger) under the first and repeat for three.

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If you would like to draw a female body but don't know where to start, then follow this tutorial step by step. Steps Method 1 of 2: Method One: Front and Side Perspective Step 1. Draw the guidelines of a human figure If you want to draw as realistically as possible, studying human proportions and anatomy is strongly recommended.

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Welding is a process that uses electric current to overheat and melt the metal, so that the operator can join two pieces together. There are many techniques, but the ones that are used the most at home are MIG welding ( M .etal-arc THE nert G .

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Mig welding (initials for "metal inert gas") uses a continuous wire electrode and a cover gas, which flows continuously from a torch. Aluminum requires some changes for those used to welding steel; it is a much softer metal, so the continuous wire must be wider.

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The tubes can be bent with different techniques depending on the use you want to make of them. The problem is figuring out where and how much to bend the pipe. While many benders come with instructions for taking measurements correctly, they are often intricately written and involve a knowledge of mathematics that discourages most users.

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There are boxes of all shapes, sizes and materials. Building a box is one of the best ways to start working with wood or metal. These projects are simple to complete and can help you become familiar with the machinery and tools associated with the trade.

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Artists and press officers have engraved metal or wood for centuries and there are entire volumes dealing with this art. Nowadays, there are laser cutters and other tools that are able to cut plastic, precious stones and all those materials that are particularly difficult to work with.

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Travertine is a type of marble used for floors, countertops, walls and kitchen panels. This type of stone is porous and can be stained very easily if the pores are not sealed with a penetrating insulator that is able to saturate all the various holes well.

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Crunchy slime has a grainy texture and makes creaking sounds when used for play. If you want to try a new sensory experience with slime, you've found the right recipe! The crunchy slime is easy to make and is a great stress reliever for all lovers of this toy.

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A wire mesh fence is a fairly inexpensive way to demarcate an area of any size for defense and security purposes. Unlike fully enclosed fences, the undulating design that forms the meshes of the wire mesh allows you to see inside the fence while maintaining its function as a barrier against unauthorized access.

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Making a balloon that carries 18 people is not a realistic project to do in the garage but creating a small one and see if it flies, yes. With some basic materials you will spend an afternoon with your head facing the sky. Steps Method 1 of 3:

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Hat boxes are very nice decorative objects, plus they are ideal for protecting hats. It is possible to make hat boxes of different shapes and sizes (circular, hexagonal, octagonal). The following instructions will guide you, step by step, to make any type of hatbox, depending on the desired shape.

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Would you like to learn how to make a bird with wings that really flap? With just one square of origami paper you can make this beautiful work of art. The Bird That Flaps Its Wings is an intermediate difficulty project that will impress everyone who sees it.

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So you wanna play pool? Placing the billiard balls in the right way allows you to play correctly and makes you feel in command right from the start of the game. While the arrangement of the balls is quite simple, there are some rules and some tricks to do it correctly.