What beginner's dslr should I buy? [more inside]
posted by kylej on Nov 25, 2009 - 36 answers

I'm getting a copy of Photoshop CS3 for my younger sister, who's always shown a lot of interest in graphic design. She's turning 16, what beginner's resources can I point her to? [more inside]
posted by acorn1515 on Nov 18, 2009 - 13 answers

Does anyone know where I can find short or easy songs for the tin whistle online? [more inside]
posted by emperor.seamus on Nov 17, 2009 - 9 answers

I've started taking yoga classes through work, and am really enjoying it. What books and resources are recommended to help me continue after the sessions end? There seems to be so many out there... [more inside]
posted by mippy on Nov 12, 2009 - 9 answers

I want to grow some plants indoors. I don't know anything about gardening. Could any of you green thumbs out there give me a working knowledge of terminology and the basics to success? [more inside]
posted by battlebison on Oct 13, 2009 - 11 answers

So, what are the universally accepted axioms in philosophy, if any? [more inside]
posted by TheOtherSide on Sep 10, 2009 - 26 answers

Am I crazy? How hard would it be for a non-programmer (but power-user) to create a totally basic iPhone app? [more inside]
posted by zachawry on Sep 4, 2009 - 19 answers

What is the fastest way to learn online shares trading very quickly? [more inside]
posted by gttommy on Jul 19, 2009 - 10 answers

TwangFilter: I've got about 2.5 months to pick up guitar. I'm not looking to play Stairway - I need to play chords and sing along, basically. Mostly folksy songs. What books/methods are best for learning? [more inside]
posted by SNWidget on Jul 14, 2009 - 16 answers

What exactly is the difference between a guitar and bass amp? If I were to get the latter, could I plug in the former instrument and still get similar bitchin' sounds out of my rig? [more inside]
posted by shoebox on Jun 29, 2009 - 15 answers

Resources for a beginning bookbinder? (In New York City) [more inside]
posted by MaddyRex on Jun 20, 2009 - 4 answers

So I want to make a 2d game and I'm looking for a framework/engine to build it in... [more inside]
posted by radgardener on Jun 6, 2009 - 8 answers

What is a good continuous light kit for a beginner photographer? [more inside]
posted by austinlee on Jun 5, 2009 - 3 answers

I'd like to make my first patchwork quilt and am looking for a good book. It needs to be an introduction to patchworking and quilting, explaining the different techniques and the steps from cutting the fabric to binding the finished quilt, but especially the quilting. Is there a book on the subject that you can recommend for me to buy? [more inside]
posted by amf on Jun 1, 2009 - 10 answers

surfer-filter: First timer looking for noob advice and tips. My complete surfing history: Two years ago, a friend took me surfing and on the first try I rode a wave until it ended. Then I got out of the water. [more inside]
posted by brenton on May 14, 2009 - 5 answers

I'm a writer who needs to learn how to draw illustrations for my manuals. And I need to learn fast. [more inside]
posted by scrump on Apr 28, 2009 - 23 answers

FlashFilter: I'm dumb at this whole Flash thing! How can I change something (i.e. text) across all keyframes? [more inside]
posted by kmtiszen on Mar 23, 2009 - 3 answers

Summer isn't THAT far off . . . already trying to come up with camping/hiking spots in the Midwest for once it gets warm. Help! Looking for specific recommendations for spots in the IL/IA/WI area, plus whatever other random camping and backpacking tips you want to throw my way. Bonus points for places I can bring my dog, although I don't mind leaving her with my parents for a week either. [more inside]
posted by lblair on Feb 12, 2009 - 18 answers

Help me learn piano on a budget. I have always wanted to learn, and now I am 31 and tired of just wishing! Problem is, money is tight, so I am looking for suggestions on how to teach myself on the cheap (if that's possible). [more inside]
posted by scarello on Jan 25, 2009 - 8 answers

How can I get fit properly? [more inside]
posted by Fluffy654 on Dec 26, 2008 - 9 answers

Should I take a meditation class? [more inside]
posted by hapticactionnetwork on Dec 14, 2008 - 9 answers

I've just learned about geocaching and it sounds incredible. Please help me get started, especially with choosing a receiver! [more inside]
posted by Arasithil on Dec 5, 2008 - 15 answers

How does an absolute beginner get started making electronic music? [more inside]
posted by wastelands on Oct 28, 2008 - 24 answers

My friend is looking to begin a charity benefiting children in Africa. We live in the U.S. And we have no idea what we're doing. Any tips from someone who would know how to begin? [more inside]
posted by pandemic on Oct 4, 2008 - 7 answers

I would like to create a podcast that involves me playing music (mp3s) and talking about it. One minor problem: I know absolutely nothing about podcasts. [more inside]
posted by the bricabrac man on Sep 1, 2008 - 9 answers

Bitten by the olympic bug, I am interested in taking up fencing. Fencing questions inside. (Suggestions for other unique non-team sports are welcome) [more inside]
posted by comatose on Aug 11, 2008 - 21 answers

Which NON-digital, cheap SLR should I get my sister for her birthday? [more inside]
posted by Cantdosleepy on Jul 29, 2008 - 23 answers

Where's a good starting place for a 22 year-old looking to get into the recording studio side of the music business? [more inside]
posted by photomusic86 on Jul 13, 2008 - 14 answers

I want to share pictures and videos on the web with family. Is a website my best bet? Where do I start? [more inside]
posted by Big_B on Jul 1, 2008 - 15 answers

I've put on 20 pounds since I started my full-time desk job a year ago, and the time has come to get myself back in to shape. Research has brought me two preferable possibilities: a few days a week, either start taking Krav Maga classes (during my lunch break), or start commuting to work by bike instead of driving (15 miles each way). I have no experience with either, live in Boston, work north of Boston. Help me pick the right path. [more inside]
posted by SamuelF on May 20, 2008 - 27 answers

Can you guys recommend a photography textbook? [more inside]
posted by aeighty on Apr 10, 2008 - 8 answers

Any good Rails 2.0 books for beginners? [more inside]
posted by Blazecock Pileon on Apr 9, 2008 - 6 answers

I don't play music. I want too. What instrument should I learn? [more inside]
posted by TheDukeofLancaster on Mar 11, 2008 - 30 answers

Easy way to turn my medical calculations website into an iPhone app? I tried fooling around with Xcode... [more inside]
posted by gramcracker on Mar 10, 2008 - 7 answers

BassGuitarFilter: Anyone used a Yamaha RBX374, Squier Standard Jazz Bass or Ibanez GSR 200? What you think of them? [more inside]
posted by dowcrag on Jan 2, 2008 - 13 answers

My Sis gave me her sax a while back and I have a few hours to fool with it. That leads me to 3 questions. [more inside]
posted by snsranch on Dec 21, 2007 - 14 answers

How to buy a cheap (less than $100) bike in NYC to learn how to ride on? [more inside]
posted by beautiful on Nov 6, 2007 - 33 answers

I'm totally inexperienced when it comes to electronics, but I want to start building things that make noise. Is this (the link goes to a page with schematics and information) a terrible first project? [more inside]
posted by hapticactionnetwork on Aug 10, 2007 - 20 answers

I've taken up the violin. Where can I find the coolest sheet music? [more inside]
posted by theiconoclast31 on Jul 15, 2007 - 12 answers

*nixfilter: Help me get to the "root" of understanding the vastness that is a unix/linux environment. [more inside]
posted by Industrial PhD on Jul 10, 2007 - 23 answers

Dutch as a second language [more inside]
posted by AdamOddo on May 20, 2007 - 25 answers

I'm looking for suggestions for someone beginning in yoga at home. [more inside]
posted by FunkyHelix on May 9, 2007 - 15 answers

I've been inspired by t-shirt surgery and am thinking of getting into sewing. However, I've never sewed something in my life. Where do I begin? [more inside]
posted by divabat on Apr 7, 2007 - 24 answers

I've started running recently although I know nothing about it...help! [more inside]
posted by PetiePal on Feb 7, 2007 - 32 answers

I got music in my soul. Help me learn to belt it out on the guitar! Of course, there's... [more inside]
posted by Willie0248 on Feb 5, 2007 - 12 answers

Looking for good information (ie. a book, not a basic article) on how to start investing a little bit of money every month. [more inside]
posted by comatose on Dec 18, 2006 - 20 answers

People keep telling me that I should get into voice-over work. And not just one or two of my friends, like random people that I talk to and at least twice a week. Where do I start for something like that? [more inside]
posted by Botunda on Oct 17, 2006 - 15 answers

I want to buy an electric guitar, but I have no idea what to get. How do I choose a good first guitar in the $200-$300 range? Any suggestions? Feel free to ask questions that might help with answers.
posted by punishinglemur on Oct 15, 2006 - 22 answers

I want to start bicycle commuting to work. It's about 6 miles each way. I have no idea what kind of bike I need. I have no experience with bikes in general. I want to be comfortable and, if possible, not look like a dork. I guess I need help with the very basics of choosing and outfitting a bike. Question balloons further out of control inside. [more inside]
posted by ontic on Aug 14, 2006 - 34 answers

I have applications galore mapped out in my head, and want to hire a coder to make them. Without coding knowledge, I want to be the dream client by submitting a GUI graphic and basic directives (like "initial screen displays these 6 buttons" "option for icon/text" "keep all screens no busier than 60% whitespace" "what problem is this app designed to solve?"). Can you supply/point me to such a developer/client questionnaire and free GUI template graphic maker? Please don't suggest I learn how myself right now -- I need these apps because I'm so overwhelmed with stuff to do! Thanks in advance.
posted by thewhynotgirl on Aug 1, 2006 - 26 answers