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Howdini is life's little instruction manual. Howdini brings together top experts in their fields to show us how to handle the little and not-so-little challenges of our complicated lives. Its how-to videos are for the know-how you want, when you need it. Or maybe it's the know-how you need, when ...
How to Take Pictures of Kids - Photography Tips With Nigel Barker
Getting the best shots of your kids takes as much negotiating skill as photography skill sometimes. Here’s good advice on how to do it from professional photographer Nigel Barker of America’s Next Top Model.
How to Take Great Holiday Pictures With Nigel Barker
Holidays provide some of the best opportunities to get great photos, if you remember a few simple tips. Here’s professional photog Nigel Barker of America’s Next Top Model, with great advice for getting the most out of every photo op.
How to Take Great Birthday Photos With Nigel Barker
Shooting a birthday party can be challenging. From party games, to blowing out the candles, and opening presents, there’s a lot to do. Here’s photographer Nigel Barker of America’s Next Top Model fame with tips on getting great birthday party ...
How to Take Great Pet Photos With Nigel Barker
Pets are easy to photograph, as long as you do it while they’re sleeping. But what about those action shots of Fluffy and Spot playing and having fun? Here’s Nigel Barker, professional photographer sharing his animal taming tricks behind the camera.
How to Take Great Sports Photos With Nigel Barker
If your little athlete is performing her heart out, you don’t want to miss a moment with your camera. Professional photographer Nigel Barker shows how to even an amateur photographer can shoot sports photos like a champion.
How to Shoot Great Wedding Videos With Nigel Barker
If you’re videotaping a wedding, you’re under almost as much pressure as the happy couple. Here are tips that will help you capture all the important moments on videotape from Nigel Barker, professional photographer and America’s Next Top Model ...
How to Take Great Vacation Videos With Nigel Barker
Vacations don’t last forever, but the memories can, if you capture all the highlights on video. Here’s how to get the most from your video camera, from professional photographer and America’s Next Top Model co-star, Nigel Barker.
How to Take Great Birthday Party Videos With Nigel Barker
It’s easy to capture all the memorable moments at your kids’ birthday parties, if you follow these simple tips from Nigel Barker, professional photographer. And yes, he’s that Nigel Barker—from America’s Next Top Model.
HD Video Cameras: Why Upgrade to High Definition Video With Nigel Barker
Do you really need an HD video camera? Professional photographer Nigel Barker, of America’s Next Top Model fame, explains the advantages to shooting in HD.
How to Take Great Baby Photos With Nigel Barker
How do you get your adorable baby to smile and say cheese, when she can’t say anything at all yet? Professional photographer Nigel Barker of America’s Next Top Model has a few simple tips to help you capture every toothless grin.
How to Get a Lady Gaga Inspired Look for Halloween
Professional makeup artist Katie Wedlund creates a makeup mash-up of two Lady Gaga looks from the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards. Its one part feathered phantom; one part lace face. We think it's a perfect look for Halloween.
How to Carve a Pumpkin
Just in time for Halloween, here are some great ideas for pumpkin carving AND some tips for making your pumpkin last longer after it's carved, courtesy of Howdini guru of fun Bruce Littlefield.
How To Make Gluten Free Brownies And Cake
Just because you're on a gluten free diet doesn't mean you have to be yummy free. We've got recipes from Betty Crocker that are delicious, easy and totally gluten free. Here's professional baker and author Liv Hansen for the Betty Crocker Kitchens.
How To Make Pull-Apart Football Cupcakes
How about kicking off your game day celebration with this fun football made of individual cupcakes? Professional baker and author Liv Hansen for the Betty Crocker Kitchens shows how easy it is to score extra points with this treat.
How to Make Easy Halloween Cookies
If you're looking to make new treats that aren't too tricky on Halloween, these spider and mummy cookies will make your party even more fun. Baker and author Liv Hansen from Betty Crocker Kitchens shows how to make these yummy spider and mummy cookies.
How to Make a Building Blocks Cake
If you’re having a (building) block party, these cakes are the perfect way to inspire your little architect. Professional baker and author Liv Hansen for the Betty Crocker Kitchens shows us a unique way to make a fresh take off the old block.
How to Make Jungle Animal Cupcakes
Lions and tigers and zebras, oh my... The kids will go wild (but not too wild) when they see these cute cupcakes, perfect for a jungle theme birthday party. Professional baker and author Liv Hansen for the Betty Crocker kitchens shows us how it’s done.
How to Make a Barn Cake and Farm Animal Cupcakes
Having a party with a farm theme? These fantastic animal cupcakes come complete with a barn cake, and even the hay and grass are delicious. Professional baker Liv Hansen for the Betty Crocker Kitchens will show you it’s no “chore” at all to make.
How to Crumb Coat a Cake
If you want your frosting smooth and crumb free, there are a few easy tricks to know. Professional baker and author Liv Hansen for the Betty Crocker Kitchens shows you how to do a crumb coat to seal in all those crumbs, making the final frosting a snap.



















