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How To Get Creative With The Xiaomi Yi Action Camera App
by David Burgess on 0

How To Get Creative With The Xiaomi Yi Action Camera App

If you’re a fan of the Xiaomi Yi Action Camera, then you’re probably already aware of the great Xiaomi Yi Action Camera App. This app allows you to control your camera remotely, as well as download and edit your photos and videos.

But did you know that there are some great creative ways to use the app? Here are some of our favourites:

Create a Time Lapse Video

One of the great features of the Xiaomi Yi Action Camera App is the time lapse function. This allows you to set your camera to take a photo every few seconds, minutes or hours, and then automatically stitches them together into a video.

This is a great way to create an interesting video of something that would normally be quite boring, such as a sunset or a cityscape.

Use the App as a Remote Shutter

If you want to take a photo of yourself without having to press the shutter button on the camera, you can use the app as a remote shutter. Simply set up your camera on a tripod or stable surface, and then use the app to trigger the shutter remotely.

This is also a great way to take group photos, as you can be in the photo yourself without having to worry about someone else taking the photo for you.

Take Long Exposure Photos

Another great feature of the Xiaomi Yi Action Camera App is the long exposure setting. This allows you to take photos with a shutter speed of up to 30 seconds, which is great for taking photos of stars or light trails.

To use this setting, simply set your camera to manual mode, and then select the long exposure setting in the app.

Use the App as a Dash Cam

If you’re going on a long road trip, you can use the Xiaomi Yi Action Camera App as a dash cam. Simply mount your camera to your windshield, and then set it to record continuously.

If you have an accident, or witness something interesting on your journey, you’ll have it all captured on video.

Take Photos of Wildlife

If you’re a keen photographer, you can use the Xiaomi Yi Action Camera App to take some great photos of wildlife. Simply set up your camera near a bird feeder or in your garden, and then use the app to trigger the shutter remotely.

You can also use the long exposure setting to take some great night-time photos of wildlife.

So there you have it, five great creative ways to use the Xiaomi Yi Action Camera App. We’re sure you’ll think of many more once you start using the app yourself.

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How to Make a Loopy Hair Bow
by Leland Richardson on 0

How to Make a Loopy Hair Bow

A flower loop hair bow is a delightful way to dress up a little girl. This charming bow is made from a variety ribbon in different colors and patterns. You can make a flower loop hair bow any size with as many layers as you like. For each succeeding layer just decrease the length of the ribbon by one inch. After creating your loopy hair bow, embellish the top with an artificial flower, an ornamental button, a plastic heart, jingle bells, or any decoration you choose.

How to make the Bow

Practice the technique briefly to better understand the construction of a flower loop hair bow. Cut a 10″ length of ribbon. Find the middle of the ribbon and insert a needle through it. Curl one end of the ribbon over (the end is flat and not curled into a circle) and push the end down halfway on the needle. You should have a loop with a needle protruding through one end. Curl the other end of the ribbon over and push it down on the needle. Now you have a figure 8 with a needle protruding in the center. This is the process you will repeat to construct the loop bow.

4″ Bow with 4 layers

Cut 6 pieces of ribbon 9″ long for layer 1. Cut 5 pieces of ribbon 8″ long for layer 2. Cut 4 pieces of ribbon 7″ long for layer 3. Cut 4 pieces of ribbon 6″ long for layer 4. Stack up all 6 pieces of ribbon for layer 1, fold them in half and hold. Insert a threaded needle half way through the center of the loop and through each layer of ribbon. Fan the pieces of ribbon around the needle in the shape of a flower. Place a salon or hair clip in the center to hold the fanned ribbon in place. Fold the end of the first ribbon over and push the end onto the needle. Take the ribbon next to the one you just folded and do the same thing. Repeat until all the ribbons are folded all the way around. Adjust the folded ribbons so they are evenly distributed around the bow. Pull the needle completely through until it is stopped by the knot in the end of the thread. Run the needle back through making a stitch. Make several stitches to secure layer 1. Repeat the entire process for each layer of the bow. You can sew or hot glue all the layers together.

Attach to a Barrette

Sew a piece of ribbon 2 ½” long to the bottom of the bow (the side with visible ribbon ends). Use this piece of ribbon to hot glue or sew the bow to the barrette. Add a flower, or any decoration to the front of the bow.

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