DIY & Repairs

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How to Build a Still

Get your materials., Make the stopper., Prepare the copper coil., Make your condenser., Place the coil in the...

8 steps 4 min Medium
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How to Buy the Right Quilting Tools

Select quality rotary cutting supplies., Get a decent steam iron., Find a good seam ripper., Invest in spring loaded...

5 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Make Your Own Bias Tape

Cut strips of fabric., Square the ends., Set corners together., Stitch diagonally., Sew all strips together the same...

11 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Assemble a Sewing Kit

Find a suitable container to keep your sewing kit in., Gather together the following items for inclusion in the sewing...

4 steps 1 min Easy
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How to Fix a Blunt Needle

Obtain an emery board., Rub the emery board around the point of the needle., Use soap.

3 steps 1 min Easy
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How to Fix Ripped Jeans

Cut off the frayed edges., Sew up the tear., Cut all excess thread and remaining protruding material., Give your jeans...

4 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Use Bias Tape

Flatten your bias tape., Start at the armpit seam with the bias tape., Pin the bias tape around your armhole., Trim...

10 steps 3 min Medium
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How to Replace a Jean Button

Gather your materials., Iron on the patch., Insert the button pieces into the tool., Line up the button., Hammer the...

5 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Fix a Broken Zipper

Lubricate the zipper with graphite., Apply laundry soap., Wash the item and lubricate it.

3 steps 2 min Easy
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How to Fix a Gaping Waistband

Turn your pants inside out., Measure the waistband., Cut an opening 2cm (1 inch) from the button hole., Measure the...

7 steps 3 min Medium
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How to Build a Metal Detector

Tune the radio to highest band on the AM setting., Assemble the search head., Tape your devices into the position...

5 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Install a Camper Awning

Purchase an awning kit., Select a location for your awning., Use a felt tip marker to mark where the ends of the awning...

14 steps 3 min Advanced
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How to Replace an RV Toilet Seal

Purchase a new RV toilet seal, making sure to get one for your RV make and model., Park the RV on a level surface...

18 steps 1 min Advanced
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How to Attach Sequins with Glue

Mark where you want the sequins., Place glue on the sequins., Position the sequin., Repeat until all sequins have been...

16 steps 8 min Advanced
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How to Build Stencils

Choose your design., Create your design., Print a graphic or template from the Internet., Use a stamp as an outline.

4 steps 3 min Medium

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