Why are pool tables green? It is all because of tradition. Cue games such as billiards, snooker, and pool all have their origins in outdoors sports played on a lawn. Billiards is the oldest game out of these, and a version of this was being played by the French court as early as the 1300s. In fact, King Louis XI…
DIY Ghost Hunting EVP Recorder Apps
Electronic voice phenomena, or EVP, are the sounds from the spirit world that can be picked up and recorded by recording equipment. So if you are a ghost hunter this is something that you definitely need in your armoury of equipment. These days, there is a wide range of EVP recorder apps for your phone, so you can benefit from…
Left-Handed Musicians Who Played Guitars “Upside Down”
Left-handed people are far less in number than right-handed people. This ratio creates a wrong notion that the left-handed are less capable of a range of things. Left-handedness is a unique trait and never a disadvantage. Despite that many tools and instruments (e.g scissors, computer keyboards, spiral notebook, the handheld can openers) are designed to be used right-handed, the left-handed…
How to Make Stormtrooper Costume from Star Wars
If you are a “Star Wars” fan, with a desire to dress as a stormtrooper, you will already know that a custom built costume is expensive. We found one company offering a sale price on basic costumes that starts at $850, and this as advertised as a good deal and probably is. However there is another option, and that is…
Natural Therapy for Sciatica Pain from Hours of Internet Surfing
Sciatica is a type of back pain that affects the sciatic nerve – a large nerve that is situated in your lower back and stretches down the back of each leg, and in some cases right down to your feet and your toes. Sciatica causes a range of symptoms including back pain, shooting leg pains, pain in the hip, and…
Futuristic Space Decor for Your Home
Whether you are a sci-fi fan, passionate about space travel, or the stars and planets of the night sky, futuristic space décor can look fantastic in your home. NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) based in California Institute of Technology has designed a range of artwork called Visions of the Future. Each NASA space tourism poster has been designed by artists…
How to Make a Miniature Catapult
The use of catapults dates back thousands of years. First used by the ancient Chinese in 4000 BC, then later by the Romans and the Ancient Greeks, these catapults were giant ballistic, stone-hurling weapons that were very efficient at taking out an enemy’s fortification in just a few hits! Although the design of a catapult varies, if you want to…
Our Favorite Viral Moments on the Internet
Although we all have different tastes and we all come from different backgrounds and cultures, great viral movements transcend all boundaries and can bring us all together for a while. Here are 5 of our favorite viral moments on the internet in no particular order of preference. 5 Viral Moments on the Internet Video 1 Charlie Schmidt’s Keyboard Cat has…
Cute, Cheap Heart Rings & Other Gift Ideas for Kids on Valentine’s Day
Kids love to join in with everything that is going on, including Valentine’s Day, with parties and special events to mark the day. Gifts for that special boy or girl at school or a party favour might not seem important to you, but to your kids it can mean everything in the world. Luckily, there are plenty of inexpensive gift…
Tribal Party Decorations for a Hawaiian-Themed Luau Birthday
Aloha! Welina koʻu home! A Hawaiian-themed Luau (party) for a birthday is a wonderful way to celebrate! To create the Hawaiian ambience some Hawaiian inspired décor will bring Waikiki beach right into your home. There are some great tribal party decorations out there that will transform your party into an exciting and fun occasion. What Party Decorations You Need You…