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How to Propose - TTE (Time Travel Edition)

How to Propose - TTE (Time Travel Edition)
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Love
No matter what words you use, no matter what pictures you can show, those of us blessed enough to have experienced it, know that it is indescribable.

All i know, is that i found that someone that i wanted to spend the rest of my life with, no questions, no doubts, it was her, for the rest of our lives.

Me and my (now) Fiance, both enjoy things that little bit different in life, so i knew, that when proposing, it had to be something different, but not cheesy.

Hannah is a creative person just like me, the greatest thing about this, is that i have someone who understands my creativity, and is proud of what i create. I knew that something 'handmade' coupled with a place that has been 'Godmade' would make for Hannahs (almost) perfect moment.

So, i will attempt to take your through how i made my proposal that little bit different, and more importantly, how i proposed with a 'time machine'
 
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Step 1Finding that perfect part.

Finding that perfect part.
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At first, i had a rough idea what i wanted, but really, i had no idea.

As with all my projects i always like to push the use of scrap objects, i occasionally buy a few new items, but alot of the materials are 'scavenged'.

Then, i happened upon an old hand mixer. I new there would be a hefty motor in there, and i knew it would make for a great part in one of my weapons.

Then, i looked closer, and saw the outer metal enclosure of the motor, and i knew it was perfect.

Thus, the fun of getting it apart began, this was one well constructed mixer, the screws were tight, so tight, that no screwdriver created by man could undo what had been done,

So, i grabbed my trusty dremal-esque rotary tool, a 'parkside' branded no name from my local Lidl.

So, step 1 is, destroy the screws.
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Aug 15, 2011. 8:09 AMrichie_114 says:
Awesome 'ible and congrats! ( I know I'm late Hope everything went grand)
Jun 22, 2010. 3:08 PMTheFawns says:
love is awesome :) hehe
Apr 23, 2010. 5:41 AMMissBetsy says:
Now, that is true creativity, seeing an old mixer motor and thinking of a case for your engagement ring. Which girl in her right mind could refuse to say "YES" and as we know now, Hanna is a smart one. ^_-
Mar 19, 2010. 3:50 PMdarkbain says:
That is very very koo, Grats.

Oct 3, 2009. 11:39 AMjimbo112 says:
An Incredible project. Congratulations on both the project and how it worked out overall. It looks like the prop-makers for Dr. Who and Torchwood could learn a few things from you.
Oct 2, 2009. 1:13 PMsteimacher says:
Another awesome work. I'm your fan. Thank you for sharing and congrats.
Sep 2, 2009. 10:49 AMjakesllama says:
wow i didnt know you could be romantic and cool at the same time lol! cheack out my time disrupt grenade (still uploading)
Jul 31, 2009. 4:25 PMstarlightcheese says:
That ring is beautiful! The time machine is very nice, too. You're a very romantic man, and Hannah is a lucky woman!
Apr 17, 2009. 8:46 PMRead Head says:
WOW. That is romantic and very cool.
Apr 12, 2009. 9:20 PMmattyew says:
Nicely done. I'm wondering if there was anything particular that made you think of doing a time machine? Did you guys often talk about time travel or something? congratulations btw
Apr 9, 2009. 3:30 PMchrystopherlewis says:
This took my breath away I want someone to propose to me with something like that LOVE it :D You should sell the boxes I'd buy one !
Apr 8, 2009. 10:19 AMthoriumbr says:
man, this instructable is amazing! i am sure she loved it! and good luck for you both!
Mar 11, 2009. 10:00 AMalekszandor says:
Good work! Really like your Instructables. I already have a idea that this could be helpful for me! And congratulations by the way! :D When is the date set? If I may ask of course!
Mar 11, 2009. 11:13 AMalekszandor says:
My best wishes to you both!
Mar 7, 2009. 5:27 AMsrilyk says:
Congrats on the engagement/wedding! Maybe I'll post something similar about my engagement. Creativity FTW!
Mar 7, 2009. 1:44 AMdaywalker42 says:
my god, you only get better with time, mate. I'm working on a knock-off of your weapons now, a single-shot piece that ought to be done sometime in the next three months or so. XD Congrats and I wish you both the best and a happy life together, and from the looks of things, I may copy the box fairly soon, if you catch my drift. Thanks for the -ible, and the inspirations
Mar 6, 2009. 10:02 PMCrucio says:
Congratulations! When's the wedding? Are we all e-invited? :p
Mar 6, 2009. 1:13 PMadamvan2000 says:
Awesome 'ible and congrats, too. So nice to see people using their imaginations. ~adamvan2000
Mar 5, 2009. 4:34 PMpineapplenewton says:
i think you meant ununscrewable or nonunstcruible.
Mar 3, 2009. 11:23 PMWard_Nox says:
w an engagement like that i gotta ask steampunk wedding?
Mar 5, 2009. 10:11 AMWard_Nox says:
Victorian is a pretty normal wedding theme GMJ
Mar 5, 2009. 8:55 AMLindie says:
Very cute! Congratulations!
Mar 5, 2009. 8:01 AM13fingerfx says:
Really nice. With the birds... When making this type of thing I have come to love the method of using photocopies of the images I want (reversed) and then brushing them with cellulose thinners. The image will transfer to wood / paper etc and leave a lovely aged print look. Congratulations.
Mar 2, 2009. 12:59 PMmaddog10_20 says:
You are truly an inspiration to us all! Thank you for sharing and congrats! What century is your Honeymoon/wedding going to be in? I hear the 1920's were quite the party!
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I am a British Graphic Designer, when I am not working I spend my time making an array of projects, from electronic instruments and chessboards to cyberpunk rifles and steampunk props. If you have an...
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