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How to create a Mini Tornado

Season 1 Episode 54 | 2m 54s

Learn how to create a water vortex by drilling a hole at the bottom of plastic aquarium to act as a drain. If don't have an aquarium just fill up your sink and then release drain plug. Stir in a circular motion and watch vortex form from above.

Aired: 09/07/16

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Use some prop-building expertise to build this cool modified surge protector.

Episode: S1 E63 | 9:01

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Giant Bubble Reflections in HD

Get mesmerized with giant bubble reflections.

Episode: S1 E62 | 4:10

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DIY Game of Thrones "Ice Wall"

With styrofoam and the right lighting, this massive prop can be recreated anywhere.

Episode: S1 E61 | 5:24

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Creating eerie sci-fi lighting with a new DJI Phantom drone.

Episode: S1 E60 | 4:44

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Special: 4:32

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Episode: S1 E58 | 4:26

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