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How to Blow Glass
Glass blowing is an ancient art form that has been practiced for centuries. With glass blowing, you can create beautiful artworks, utilitarian vessels and decorative items. Though it requires hard work and a lot of time, glass blowing can be a rewarding hobby or occupation.
Facts About Endangered Species Conservation
One sad truth that comes with industrialization is the additional threat that comes to nature's other creatures. Endangerment of animals has become much more common over the past couple of centuries; however, as the new millennium marches forth, luckily, there also exist several conservation efforts
How to Build Railroad Buildings to HO Scale
While building kits are available on hobby store shelves that are already in HO scale, the more you get involved in model railroading, the more inclined you may be to build a railroad structure from scratch. You can use a wide variety of construction techniques and materials, but the critical issue
How to Build a Lattice Panel
Lattice panels are a versatile building material. You can use a basic lattice panel for fencing, privacy screens, trellises and to screen off areas used for trash and recycling bins. Latticework is a woven material and can be made from wood or vinyl. A special cap molding is designed to fit around t
How to Finish Rough Cut Lumber
Rough cut lumber is an economical, practical choice for woodworking. It is not only available in more varieties than most finished cuts, but also sold at a fraction of the cost. Working with rough cut lumber means that you'll have to finish the wood yourself in order to maintain and protect its surf
How to Secure an Igniter in a Model Rocket Engine
Modern model rockets operate with solid-fuel motors ignited by a specially designed ignition device. Because the igniter must be firmly and securely attached to the engine to ensure a safe and effective launch, proper installation of the igniter into the engine is critical. This document details the
How to Etch a Monogram on Wine Glasses
Create your own designer wine glasses by etching a monogram on the outside surface of the glass. A monogram is a combination of letters in your initials. The letters are often arranged with the first letter of your last name in the center of the design, flanked by the first letter of your first name
Instructions on Building Horse Shoeing Stocks From Wood
Horse shoeing is a difficult thing, requiring time, effort and several different tools. Shoeing stocks are one of the most important items for it allows for frequent important foot care of the horse while keeping it from tiring while cleaning or shoeing is performed. By giving the horse something to
How to Draw a Line as Volume
A line does not have volume, but it can used on a graph to express the numerical value of different types of three-dimensional forms. Since volumes can be readily calculated in a cube or sphere, you can create such a graph and plot the results. Taking a cube and using the x (horizontal) and y (verti
How to Adjust Thickness Planers
Wood thickness planers do what no other woodworking machines can do. They have powerful motors, sharp knives and clinching rollers that work together to turn raw wood into smooth, dimensioned lumber. When a planer is not set up properly, it can kick back, stall, burn or "snipe" the wood, which is th
How to Etch Glass Door
Professional glass etchers actually sandblast their designs into glass, but there's an easier, inexpensive, safer way to get the same results. Etching with either an etching cream or liquid produces the same results in only a few minutes. The outcome is permanent, so it's wise to practice the techni
How to Create a Mechanical Pencil
Mechanical pencils are used quite often in both work and classroom settings. Many people prefer using mechanical pencils over regular pencils simply because they do not suffer from issues such as breakage or being worn down. For those who enjoy using mechanical pencils, there's nothing more satisfyi
How to Take Care of Zebrafish
Zebrafish, also known as zebra danios and Danio rerios, are great fish for novices starting a new tank. In addition to being hardy and non-aggressive, this breed is aesthetically pleasing, with purple-blue stripes over silver running from the tail to the gills. Once your tank is established and taki
Carpentry Finish Ideas
Wood finish can protect a piece as well as add elegance and richness.high definition tv storage cabinet image by James Phelps from Fotolia.comFinish carpentry describes the installation process that occurs after the framing woodwork. Its purpose is to enhance or create a noticeable...
The Natural Habitat of Raccoons
Raccoons (also known as procyon lotor) are found in a wide variety of habitats throughout North America. They will occupy marshes, swamps, woodlands, prairies and even urban environments. Physically, the raccoon is known for its distinctive, black mask and ringed tail; the animal is relatively small
How to Make a Model of an Orca
Take the killer whale out of the water by making a model of an orca. According to National Geographic, these marine mammals grow up to 37 feet and are known for their black and white coloring. One way to make a model of an orca is to use polymer clay, which is a vinyl-based material that sculpts lik
How to Read Birth Charts
The birth chart, or natal chart, is a circular astrological diagram segmented into twelve numbered pieces. Each segment is known as a house, and each of the twelve zodiac signs of western astrology occupies one of the twelve houses. Together, the houses of the birth chart and the astrological signs
How to Find the Dwarf Council Member in Divine Divinity
When you scry for the Dwarven council member in "Divine Divinity," you'll see him in the Dwarven Village. In order to convince him to join the Council of Seven, however, you must recover the Axe of Stone, which the Dwarves suspect the Elves of stealing. In the process, you will begin to get to the b
Uses of Transducers
Cameras have tiny transducers that measure a subject's distance.photo camera image by A74.FR Ben Fontaine from Fotolia.comA transducer is a device that converts one form of energy to another, usually as a transmitter, receiver or sensor. Different kinds of transducers use different forms...