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How do you install WII wads to a console?

Install WAD ManagerYou need to have Homebrew Channel installed first. Once that's complete, place the WAD Manager's "boot.dol" file in a WAD Manager subfolder in the "apps" folder on your SD card. Put WAD files on your SD cardOn the same card, make a folder called "wad," and fill it with any WADS you want to install. While some WADs are safe and legal to install, others may be dangerous, illegal or both. Make sure you can trust the files you are going to install. WAD files are installed onto the Wii's flash memory, so their effects remain even after the SD card is removed from t..

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How do you crochet doilies?

Use a plastic or steel crochet needle of size 10 for crocheting a doily along with a thick yarn or a thinner crochet thread. Crochet threads give the doily a lace-like appearance. Opt for a steel needle if one's grip over the crochet needle is firm.\nTo make the first slip stitch on the needle, make a loop by bringing the crochet thread's tail and thread together, pull the thread via the loop, push in the needle under this thread, and tug the tail. This should allow the stitch to sit tightly on the needle.\nUse a doily pattern to know how many chains to make. To make the center circl..

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What are some good craft projects for adults?

According to Martha Stewart, handwritten notes are even more special on cards you create yourself. Print clip art designs on card stock. Apply craft glue to the sections you want to glitter with a fine-tip applicator. Sprinkle glitter over the card and shake off the excess.\nTo customize ordinary household items, try decoupage. Martha Stewart defines decoupage as "artistic sleight of hand," because what appears to be a hand-painted image is actually cut paper glued in place. Cut botanical, geometric or colorful images from wrapping paper, wall paper, candy wrappers or scrapbook paper. Glue the..

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How do you identify porcelain doll marks?

Find the marksFind the marks on the doll. These are usually located in an inconspicuous place, like the back of the head, the feet or the torso. Make note of any letters, numbers or symbols.Find the manufacturerSometimes, the manufacturer's name is part of the mark. Many modern porcelain dolls have marks that only consist of a manufacturer's stamp. While some antique dolls have manufacturer's stamps on the back of the head in conjunction with a mark, most have only a mark.Consult a doll reference bookIf the doll doesn't have a manufacturer's stamp, consult a reference ..

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How do you knit sweaters for small dogs?

To take the dog's back measurement, measure from the neck's base to the point where the hind legs begin. Measure the body circumference behind and in front of the front and hind legs, respectively. Similarly, measure the circumference of both the front legs and neck. Also, measure the point from where the collar starts to the front legs.\nUsing a bulky yarn, knit a small swatch, wash it, and then check its stitch-to-inch gauge. This indicates the number of stitches to be cast for a sweater of the required size. Cast the required stitches on the needle.\nTo make the collar, alternate ..

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What are some Java-based chess games with a computer opponent?

"Chess" features a single computer opponent with only one difficulty level. "SparkChess" lets the user choose from five opponents, each with a unique strategy and difficulty level. Two of the five opponents unlock after paying for the premium version of the game. Computer opponents on "SparkChess" include Claire, who is a good match for casual players; Deon, who plays by the rules but lacks strategy; and Guru, who is an expert-level opponent. Both games also feature an online multiplayer mode.

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How does one make an nurse's paper hat out of origami paper?

First, take the square origami paper and tear off on end of the paper so that the final shape is a rectangle. Then, place the paper in front of you horizontally so that the long-side is facing you, and fold it and unfold it in half. Take the top corners of the origami paper and fold it towards the middle to create the top portion of the hat. Below the triangular portion of the hat, there should be a little bit of space so that there are two flaps. These flaps can be folded up, one in front of the hat's triangle and one behind, so that when the center of the hat is opened up, it can easily..

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What is "Clone Wars Adventures"?

Players created a custom Jedi avatar and participated in mini-games, such as racing speeder bikes and dueling with lightsabers. Players earned credits at these games, which could be used to further customize their avatars and homes and to purchase ships. The base game was free, but had a "pay to win" structure in which players could use real money to purchase enhancements.\nThe game was developed and published by Sony Online Entertainment, who took it offline on March 31, 2014.

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What crafts can I make with a rotary tool?

A rotary tool is often used to make etched drinking glasses. The drinking glasses are made by cutting off the top of a bottle. After the rim is polished, designs or words are etched on the glass.\nJewelry pendants, beads and charms of various types and styles can be cut or carved with a rotary tool. In addition, the tool can be used to create beads by drilling holes in stones and various other objects.\nWall art can be made with metal and other materials cut using a rotary tool. These items can be attached to a canvas or assembled with glue or wire.\nA rotary tool can also be used to cut glass..

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What is high-resolution satellite imagery?

As of 2009, images from the WorldView-1, QuickBird and Cartosat-1 satellites all offered images that were more easily obtained by satellite than by airplane flights due to inaccessible, remote locations. Earth-based aerial photographs offered resolutions down to 4 to 8 inches, in 2009.\nThe best civilian resolution obtainable in 2009 was 0.4 meter. Objects larger than 20 inches appeared on high-resolution satellite imagery for public use. Most satellites in 2009 could not detect individual people because most humans are less than 20 inches in depth.\nIn June 2014, the U.S. government approved ..

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