http://www.instructables.com Fri, 1 Jun 2012 06:09:56 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Pedal-powered-smoothie-maker/
Pedal powered smoothie maker - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FED/ZO7C/GLHRY4YQ/FEDZO7CGLHRY4YQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FED/ZO7C/GLHRY4YQ/FEDZO7CGLHRY4YQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FED/ZO7C/GLHRY4YQ/FEDZO7CGLHRY4YQ.SMALL.jpg ERL5MLKGLFUDOZ8 chunkyhampton A pedal powered blender for making smoothies at festivals and events had always seemed like a great idea. It brings in a number of concepts: firstly there is the ‘we don’t need electricity for everything’ idea, secondly it helps to demonstrate the concept of power in an interesting way, thirdly it h...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 20 Mar 2011 09:34:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/No-welding-pedal-generator-stand/
'No-welding' pedal generator stand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRN/1HI6/GLFUDRUZ/FRN1HI6GLFUDRUZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRN/1HI6/GLFUDRUZ/FRN1HI6GLFUDRUZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRN/1HI6/GLFUDRUZ/FRN1HI6GLFUDRUZ.SMALL.jpg EYRHVYMGLFUDRPH chunkyhampton Renewable Energy Innovation has built a number of pedal generators for both adults and children. Pedal power helps to demonstrate the concepts of power and energy in an interesting way, along with helping to promote cycling and all things pedal related. There are a number of pedal powered gener...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 20 Mar 2011 11:24:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-Own-Vacuum-Sealer-Bags-On-The-Cheap-1/
Make Your Own Vacuum Sealer Bags On The Cheap! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAX/R3Z3/GG4A6TE4/FAXR3Z3GG4A6TE4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAX/R3Z3/GG4A6TE4/FAXR3Z3GG4A6TE4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAX/R3Z3/GG4A6TE4/FAXR3Z3GG4A6TE4.SMALL.jpg EKJE8YJGFRWNSJZ MisterInnovation I  got a food sealer today so that I could store the processed meat from my SCRAPS project for long periods of time. [Actually I got two but I will explain that later.] I figured that I might as well use the sealer to save my leftovers too! Previously I just covered the leftovers with aluminum foil ...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 8 Nov 2010 12:36:09 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Potato-chip-bag-pencil-case/
Potato chip bag pencil case - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ3/0BA1/F1U9XV26/FZ30BA1F1U9XV26.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ3/0BA1/F1U9XV26/FZ30BA1F1U9XV26.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ3/0BA1/F1U9XV26/FZ30BA1F1U9XV26.SMALL.jpg EILUYCBF1U9XV29 ax174 How to turn a potato chip bag into a pencil case. It works for any kind of waterproof wrapper - I've even made this as a wristlet pouch with dollar bills instead of packaging. Sorry for the lazy re-post (this site is brutal on dial-up!) - it was originally on Flickr, linked to Craftster (http://ww...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 22 May 2007 09:52:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Strawberry-Basket-to-Snowflake/
Strawberry Basket to Snowflake - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/6B37/GHFJWUOV/FXY6B37GHFJWUOV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/6B37/GHFJWUOV/FXY6B37GHFJWUOV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/6B37/GHFJWUOV/FXY6B37GHFJWUOV.SMALL.jpg ELHHNH4GHFJWUOI dismissie This is a really easy instructable, kids can do it, the materials are inexpensive, it doesn't take a long time, and you can recycle those strawberry baskets saved from this Summer. Step 1 The materials: scissors                         strawberry basket                         silver glitter  ...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 8 Dec 2010 18:14:11 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Gift_in_a_Bottle/
Gift in a Bottle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/83CV/FPWWWPB3/FRC83CVFPWWWPB3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/83CV/FPWWWPB3/FRC83CVFPWWWPB3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/83CV/FPWWWPB3/FRC83CVFPWWWPB3.SMALL.jpg E6VS6YAFPWWWP7N dman2295 Are you tired of sending gifts in the same plain old cardboard boxes? Well in this Instructable I will show you a new creative way to pack your gifts using a pop bottle, some tape,and a pair of scissors. Better yet not only is this Instructable unique, but it saves you money and time. Here's how...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 19 Jan 2009 15:01:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Reusable-Posty-Notes/
Reusable Posty Notes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHP/UQEB/GELSBWKX/FHPUQEBGELSBWKX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHP/UQEB/GELSBWKX/FHPUQEBGELSBWKX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHP/UQEB/GELSBWKX/FHPUQEBGELSBWKX.SMALL.jpg EORRYOVGELSBWKM ChrysN These are essentially note sized post-able whiteboards or simply reusable post-it notes.  At my workplace we seem to use a ridiculous amount of post-it notes. Although must are discarded in the paper recycling, perhaps there is a greener solution.  I started with keeping a small DIY whiteboard (the...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 1 Oct 2010 06:38:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Using-cowpat-to-store-seeds/
Using cowpat to store seeds - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4D/VJNC/GE38T4ER/F4DVJNCGE38T4ER.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4D/VJNC/GE38T4ER/F4DVJNCGE38T4ER.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4D/VJNC/GE38T4ER/F4DVJNCGE38T4ER.SMALL.jpg E8MG91TGE04OM08 saurabhlevin This image is (rather,used to be) a very common sight in rural India. Cow excreta is very rich in minerals has a surprising amount of uses; cow urine is used as a disinfectant and biofertilizer, and the dung is used as fuel, for storing seeds, and in summers is spread on the floors and walls of huts...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 15 Sep 2010 22:30:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Green-your-stationery/
Green your stationery - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK4/XQCJ/GD0R1CPR/FK4XQCJGD0R1CPR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK4/XQCJ/GD0R1CPR/FK4XQCJGD0R1CPR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK4/XQCJ/GD0R1CPR/FK4XQCJGD0R1CPR.SMALL.jpg E4FVYZXGD2J2YUA farzadbayan It's pretty that your stationery , inclusive pencils and pens become green & fresh for your writing and school . Natural materials give you a new and fresh start . Also they have fragrance and aromatize your stationery . When you get tire from school , you can see the natural materials and touch the...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 29 Aug 2010 08:21:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Cooling-Systems/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6B/07QV/GD0QVV8C/F6B07QVGD0QVV8C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6B/07QV/GD0QVV8C/F6B07QVGD0QVV8C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6B/07QV/GD0QVV8C/F6B07QVGD0QVV8C.SMALL.jpg OPU2QP0GCZAIK8P scoochmaroo Keeping cool can be a real challenge. Keeping cool inexpensively even more so and doing it in an eco friendly fashion? No worries! Instructables can help. Here's a list of Instructables that will get you moving in the right direction.  Resurrecting the California Cooler Coastal Northern Californi...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 26 Aug 2010 11:01:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Denim-Shopping-Bag/
Recycled Denim Shopping Bag - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/F1FQ/FF78LZCH/FTGF1FQFF78LZCH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/F1FQ/FF78LZCH/FTGF1FQFF78LZCH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/F1FQ/FF78LZCH/FTGF1FQFF78LZCH.SMALL.jpg E75N6NOFF78LZQX weiblen.c Save the world - one pair of jeans at a time.Take your old jeans out of the closet and turn them into a useful shopping bag! Lets face it, we all have a favorite pair of jeans that won't fit anymore, but we'll never throw them away. Simultaneously, we use hundreds of disposable plastic shopping ba...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 18 Apr 2008 18:05:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Portable-Evaporative-Cooler-swamp-cooler/
Portable Evaporative Cooler (swamp cooler) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8N/OM4A/G1O4THWI/F8NOM4AG1O4THWI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8N/OM4A/G1O4THWI/F8NOM4AG1O4THWI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8N/OM4A/G1O4THWI/F8NOM4AG1O4THWI.SMALL.jpg EKD1VTIFXK6AWYC tooyellowdogs In areas with low humidity, regular air conditioners don't work very well. A simpler solution uses water evaporation to cool and humidify air. These are called evaporative coolers or swamp coolers and are used in homes all over the Southwest U.S. Air is pulled by a fan across a wet pad, which lowers...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:55:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Build-A-Bicycle-Generator/
How To Build A Bicycle Generator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHQ/FHO3/GBVJH04Q/FHQFHO3GBVJH04Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHQ/FHO3/GBVJH04Q/FHQFHO3GBVJH04Q.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHQ/FHO3/GBVJH04Q/FHQFHO3GBVJH04Q.SMALL.jpg EHRSZQBGBVJBPRH saullopez52 The intention of this project is to build a straight forward human powered generator from a used bicycle and to use it to power light bulbs, blenders, cell phones, laptops, and other small appliances. This project will help one develop engineering skills while learning about a clean way of generati...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 30 Jul 2010 10:31:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bio-fuel-briquettes-compress-paper-pulp-and-sawdu/
Bio fuel briquettes, compress paper pulp and sawdust into fuel bricks. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/LY6G/GBB7GQH0/FOBLY6GGBB7GQH0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/LY6G/GBB7GQH0/FOBLY6GGBB7GQH0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/LY6G/GBB7GQH0/FOBLY6GGBB7GQH0.SMALL.jpg ESCMTP6GBB7GQGZ Dr Qui Project: To find a use for the large amount of sawdust produced from wood turning sawing firewood etc, the 2 choices  had was to dunp / compost  it or burn it.  loose sawdust can be burned in a wood burner but can easily kill the fire and cause a lot of smoke. decide to try and compress it back in...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 11 Jul 2010 19:52:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pocket-Sized-Candle-Shed-Some-Light/
Pocket-Sized Candle- Shed Some Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FED/QZAF/FX23VVJX/FEDQZAFFX23VVJX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FED/QZAF/FX23VVJX/FEDQZAFFX23VVJX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FED/QZAF/FX23VVJX/FEDQZAFFX23VVJX.SMALL.jpg ENS9CQKFX23VFCI your dog have you ever needed more light? Maybe you want to add a more romantic mood over your dinner table? These candles are for you! In this instructable, I will show you how to create your own candles. I will show you how to make the candles using a crayon melter called Gadget Headz Robot Lab. You Wi...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 16 Jul 2009 21:45:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Drinking-Glasses-from-Wine-Bottles/
Drinking Glasses from Wine Bottles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/37LE/F5HVPD4K/FH037LEF5HVPD4K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/37LE/F5HVPD4K/FH037LEF5HVPD4K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/37LE/F5HVPD4K/FH037LEF5HVPD4K.SMALL.jpg EZF5QCGF5HVPCUD fstedie Making drinking glasses from wine bottles has been around for years, and while it is relatively easy to cut a bottle, making a nice useful drinking glass is a little more difficult. Yeah, I can go to Target and buy a set of glasses, but it is pretty cool to be able to use/recycle bottles that in ma...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 19 Aug 2007 20:30:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/answers/What-is-this-plant/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F19/3KEU/FZ383TKE/F193KEUFZ383TKE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F19/3KEU/FZ383TKE/F193KEUFZ383TKE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F19/3KEU/FZ383TKE/F193KEUFZ383TKE.SMALL.jpg QA9S1VJFZ383TKP Jayefuu My mum asked me to find out for her what this plant is. Any ideas anyone? We presume it's from one of the seeds that's fallen out of the bird feeder. She let it grow so she could find out what it is. If it helps, she lives in the SE of England. Thanks.
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 5 Sep 2009 01:48:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-collect-balcony-rain-water-for-free/
How to collect balcony rain water for free - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/8EG5/GAA0EQVW/FM18EG5GAA0EQVW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/8EG5/GAA0EQVW/FM18EG5GAA0EQVW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/8EG5/GAA0EQVW/FM18EG5GAA0EQVW.SMALL.jpg EPE79WZGAA12M7T atyk I've recently started gardening on my small balcony, finally. It's lovely to see little green plants growing from tiny seeds and all, but sometimes I forget to water my plants because I just can't be bothered. Since there's no water source on my balcony, I have to bring water from either the kitche...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 13 Jun 2010 17:22:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-rare-planters-re-using-home-junk/
Make robo-planters re-using home junk - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/VVT4/G9NH9BQU/FE4VVT4G9NH9BQU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/VVT4/G9NH9BQU/FE4VVT4G9NH9BQU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/VVT4/G9NH9BQU/FE4VVT4G9NH9BQU.SMALL.jpg ETDCAHDG9NHGXUX M.C. Langer (UPDATE: Check out for my new robo-planters pictures: http://www.instructables.com/id/New-Robo-planters/) Tired of simple or sissy planters? Do you want more attitude flowerpots? Well, it's your lucky day, because today's instructable is about how to make planters using cheap stuff. Due to the ext...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 30 May 2010 00:28:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/5-Things-to-Do-with-An-Old-Shirt/
5 Things to Do with An Old Shirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY9/WAN5/G9NH0KTD/FY9WAN5G9NH0KTD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY9/WAN5/G9NH0KTD/FY9WAN5G9NH0KTD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY9/WAN5/G9NH0KTD/FY9WAN5G9NH0KTD.SMALL.jpg EGYGIB4G9NGTSA5 sparkleponytx The following instructable is a simple demonstration of how to upcycle an old shirt. This is a good project to do with children. It is easy, quick, zero cost and fun. It also has the added benefit of teaching kids the skill of upcycling and creative thinking. Upcycling is a better use of an unwan...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 27 May 2010 02:48:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/community/Win-The-Book-Designing-For-Re-use-Post-Your-Reu/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS8/YRXO/G9GQIU5G/FS8YRXOG9GQIU5G.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS8/YRXO/G9GQIU5G/FS8YRXOG9GQIU5G.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS8/YRXO/G9GQIU5G/FS8YRXOG9GQIU5G.SMALL.jpg TUHBBAVG9GQIU5E frenzy We at instructables are hosting a mini-contest where you can win a new book! Post your own reuse project and win a brand new copy of the book "Designing For Re-use: The Life Of Consumer Packaging" by Tom Fisher and Janet Shipton. The book features Instructables.com extensively and we wanted to pass...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 25 May 2010 11:51:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-and-effective-sanitizer/
Cheap and effective sanitizer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHN/SCZE/G9GQH6QD/FHNSCZEG9GQH6QD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHN/SCZE/G9GQH6QD/FHNSCZEG9GQH6QD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHN/SCZE/G9GQH6QD/FHNSCZEG9GQH6QD.SMALL.jpg EE3LMW8G9GQFFFP fungus amungus After cooking in the kitchen, I want to clean everything up and make sure to kill any remaining germs, but I'm not too keen on using bleach. Instead, you can use a couple of other items you may already have in your house that are very effective against germs. Secret ingredients The two ingredient...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 24 May 2010 16:56:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Coffee-Cup-Papermaking/
Coffee Cup Papermaking - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/NB88/G8XPCJY9/F1MNB88G8XPCJY9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/NB88/G8XPCJY9/F1MNB88G8XPCJY9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/NB88/G8XPCJY9/F1MNB88G8XPCJY9.SMALL.jpg E48HWC2G8XPR90K taylooooor Making very cool paper can be actually quite easy. This instructable shows a method I have found to work very well, even for young children or people who have never done anything like making paper. If you happen to be on Kauai, come by Art Night in Hanapepe. Every Friday night I run a free communit...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 9 May 2010 13:54:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/coffee-cup-purse/
coffee cup purse - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTD/E7ZZ/G8TCT7FW/FTDE7ZZG8TCT7FW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTD/E7ZZ/G8TCT7FW/FTDE7ZZG8TCT7FW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTD/E7ZZ/G8TCT7FW/FTDE7ZZG8TCT7FW.SMALL.jpg E73UL5EG8QJE2CM ATOMIKMONKEY this bag is made entirely out of coffee cups both ceramic and paper. It was entirely hand sewn, with a bit of hot glue. (god the time i spent, really im just lazy). please please enjoy. (please). materials this is cheap and requires few materials: 1. paper, not styrofoam, coffee cups (i used a li...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 5 May 2010 17:03:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/ROB-ZOMBIE/
ROB ZOMBIE!!!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F40/EM62/G8LWKEZI/F40EM62G8LWKEZI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F40/EM62/G8LWKEZI/F40EM62G8LWKEZI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F40/EM62/G8LWKEZI/F40EM62G8LWKEZI.SMALL.jpg E7BH5MAG8LWKET4 M.C. Langer (ANNOUNCEMENT: Answering the public concern about the Atari joysticks, I declare the controls were damaged, broken and without any possible reparation, so I gift them a second life. So relax everyone! No living Atari joystick was killed in the process.) Ready for another plastic junk idea? IT'S RO...
By: M.C. Langer

Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 4 May 2010 10:08:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/RECYCLING-CHUTE/
indestructible RECYCLING CHUTE - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/L1ND/G8LWOJ9C/FY2L1NDG8LWOJ9C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/L1ND/G8LWOJ9C/FY2L1NDG8LWOJ9C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/L1ND/G8LWOJ9C/FY2L1NDG8LWOJ9C.SMALL.jpg EUEA0MQG8JE5VAP THE GOOSE After you have slammed back a ice cold instructables indestructible ENERGY DRINK, it's time to recycle. This is a way to send your recyclables to the basement. It's inexpensive and not too hard to do depending on what you have to cut through. And if you have a small kitchen and have room in your bas...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 27 Apr 2010 19:17:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Coffee-Cup-Whirlygig/
Coffee Cup Whirlygig - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX3/L3ZS/G825D5VY/FX3L3ZSG825D5VY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX3/L3ZS/G825D5VY/FX3L3ZSG825D5VY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX3/L3ZS/G825D5VY/FX3L3ZSG825D5VY.SMALL.jpg ELL4YD6G825O06K caitlinsdad It's spring madness again and time to create our coffee cup version of the Flower Whirligig Robogigithingy    This is a wind driven fanciful animated display. This is also a simulation of Eric Wilhelm's treadmill desk to see if it may or may not be right for you...or your staff. Note: When fu...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:23:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/community/DIY-Green-Projects-On-ABC-News/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXI/IMIL/G825I4VD/FXIIMILG825I4VD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXI/IMIL/G825I4VD/FXIIMILG825I4VD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXI/IMIL/G825I4VD/FXIIMILG825I4VD.SMALL.jpg T7NBAJRG825I4QL StumpChunkman "We're going to look at some of the best Do It Yourself green projects" ABC just ran a piece interviewing Julie Gerstein from The Daily Green about their Heart of Green Awards.  The interview spotlighted the Trash-to-Craft Challenge in which The Daily Green teamed up with Etsy to show off green pro...
By: StumpChunkman

Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 19 Apr 2010 15:22:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Earth-Day/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCI/MNER/FPWWQWY4/FCIMNERFPWWQWY4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCI/MNER/FPWWQWY4/FCIMNERFPWWQWY4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCI/MNER/FPWWQWY4/FCIMNERFPWWQWY4.SMALL.jpg OPU4CD7FPWWQWXW Instructables Guides Instructables has plenty of great Green projects to share, just in time for Earth Day! Help save the earth this year by planting a tree, starting a garden, organizing your community, and saving some energy around your house. We've only got one earth to live on, so learn to take care of it. Solar ...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 10 Apr 2009 12:59:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/My-Solar-Furnace/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/XZWK/FT17YNS8/FTGXZWKFT17YNS8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/XZWK/FT17YNS8/FTGXZWKFT17YNS8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/XZWK/FT17YNS8/FTGXZWKFT17YNS8.SMALL.jpg ETK812WFT17YNR6 00MrNotWrong00 This is not completely my own design. You can find these all over the internet if you do a Google search or a search on you-tube. I built this because so many people pay so much money to heat their homes and something as simple and cheap as this could off set those costs by hundreds of dollars a y...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 14 Apr 2010 17:57:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Resurrecting-the-California-Cooler/
Resurrecting the California Cooler - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPZ/ZLSK/G2HE1GCB/FPZZLSKG2HE1GCB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPZ/ZLSK/G2HE1GCB/FPZZLSKG2HE1GCB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPZ/ZLSK/G2HE1GCB/FPZZLSKG2HE1GCB.SMALL.jpg E7QSMV3G2HE0Z98 dlginstructables Coastal Northern California is blessed with a very moderate climate, generally on the cool side, especially at night. Before the refrigerator became common in households, denizens of this region took advantage of the cool weather by storing perishable foods in a special kitchen cabinet that brought ...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 11 Dec 2009 21:34:51 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Enter-the-Coffee-Cup-Challenge/
How To Enter the Coffee Cup Challenge - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYE/QVKD/G7YFZY7E/FYEQVKDG7YFZY7E.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYE/QVKD/G7YFZY7E/FYEQVKDG7YFZY7E.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYE/QVKD/G7YFZY7E/FYEQVKDG7YFZY7E.SMALL.gif E3HRD4EG7DYL5KQ Contest Robot 58 billion paper coffee cups are thrown in the trash each year. That's a lot! We think that there are some better ideas for paper coffee cups than just tossing them out so we teamed up with the betacup to bring you the Coffee Cup Challenge! Enter your awesome idea for a paper cup reuse and win a sol...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 12 Apr 2010 09:58:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Original-badge-recycling/
Original pinbadge recycling - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQT/H4WT/G76M591L/FQTH4WTG76M591L.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQT/H4WT/G76M591L/FQTH4WTG76M591L.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQT/H4WT/G76M591L/FQTH4WTG76M591L.SMALL.jpg EP4NCJEG5KP9KQQ Morrighan Do you have a pinbadge from a boring conference or one which you found in the street? Have you discover and old forgotten badge in your room? This instructable tells you how to paint your old, boring or simply ugly badges into a new ones. (English is not my mother tongue so I have probably made so...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 25 Mar 2010 04:30:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Dead-Computer-Contest-Winners/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGE/TS94/G76JSSTL/FGETS94G76JSSTL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGE/TS94/G76JSSTL/FGETS94G76JSSTL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGE/TS94/G76JSSTL/FGETS94G76JSSTL.SMALL.jpg O8M8DF1G6MPD1SL Contest Robot Instructables is happy to announce the winners of the Dead Computer Contest! We put out the call for your dead computer creations and you have answered with over 100 spectacular new projects. As you can see from the winners below, the Instructables community has once again pushed the boundaries of ...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 23 Mar 2010 14:21:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Heating-and-Cooling-Jacket/
How to make a Heating and Cooling Jacket - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/DYXS/G6MPPXUT/F7CDYXSG6MPPXUT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/DYXS/G6MPPXUT/F7CDYXSG6MPPXUT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/DYXS/G6MPPXUT/F7CDYXSG6MPPXUT.SMALL.jpg EH101DBG6MPPXT7 hypergami Project by CU Boulder GEEN 1400 Engineering Projects students:  Diana George, Jenna Sobieray, Alex Cossoff and Chris Francklyn Have you ever dreamt about having a jacket that kept equilibrium? Well today is your lucky day! Now featured on Instructables.com is a jacket that both heats and cools b...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 22 Mar 2010 07:31:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/TreeDolly/
Transplant a Tree with a Giant Two Wheel Dolly - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW1/CZV6/G6MPGFYE/FW1CZV6G6MPGFYE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW1/CZV6/G6MPGFYE/FW1CZV6G6MPGFYE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW1/CZV6/G6MPGFYE/FW1CZV6G6MPGFYE.SMALL.jpg EID0TZQG6MPGFWU TimAnderson It's like a giant furniture mover's dolly for moving trees. This method works great for trees that a vehicle can't get to. When there's vehicle access the A-Frame method of tree moving works great . Manual methods work okay for small trees. But I have ten biggish fruit trees to move with no vehicl...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 22 Mar 2010 07:30:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Reusable-Teabags-and-Coffee-Filters/
Make Reusable Teabags and Coffee Filters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSB/EWLL/G5FRGGNE/FSBEWLLG5FRGGNE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSB/EWLL/G5FRGGNE/FSBEWLLG5FRGGNE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSB/EWLL/G5FRGGNE/FSBEWLLG5FRGGNE.SMALL.jpg EILWMTVG56ZQA6M SeaSkyShore If you are looking to decrease your dependence on paper products a great way to cut down (and save money) is to make some reusable  teabags and coffee filters. While those two items may not seem like much, the cost accumulates over time. And with how ridiculously easy they are to make it is certainl...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 9 Feb 2010 18:57:11 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Plastic-Paper-Clips-From-Recycled-Gift-Cards/
Plastic Paper Clips From Recycled Gift Cards - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT6/R4XJ/G4D61QN5/FT6R4XJG4D61QN5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT6/R4XJ/G4D61QN5/FT6R4XJG4D61QN5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT6/R4XJ/G4D61QN5/FT6R4XJG4D61QN5.SMALL.jpg EOF5KY2G4CF1BAV StumpChunkman Do you ever want a paperclip that's at least a little different then every other paperclip out there?  Metal paper clips are really useful, and do a great job, but sometimes I just want something a little different. That's where plastic paperclips come in!  Though, the ones sold in stores tend to m...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 21 Jan 2010 08:24:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Papaya-Picker/
Papaya Picker - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/198B/G4D5QK1D/F4C198BG4D5QK1D.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/198B/G4D5QK1D/F4C198BG4D5QK1D.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/198B/G4D5QK1D/F4C198BG4D5QK1D.SMALL.jpg EI8O0ULG4E0Y4M1 Thinkenstein Papays are big fruit; heavy, and often high up. After getting the picker fingers around the fruit, you pull the string to close the flexible "fingers".  Twist the fruit to break the stem, and lower the fruit to the ground.  Although this design works, and the closing fingers are a neat mechanism t...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 15 Jan 2010 23:18:48 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Scented-Gift-Bow-made-of-Perfume-Ads/
Scented Gift Bow made of Recycled Perfume Ads - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2H/XLXY/G3KYGDR1/F2HXLXYG3KYGDR1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2H/XLXY/G3KYGDR1/F2HXLXYG3KYGDR1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2H/XLXY/G3KYGDR1/F2HXLXYG3KYGDR1.SMALL.jpg EWTM6JKG3KYB47C BrujaHa For topping off the wrapping of a very special gift, make a one-of-a-kind bow with the added surprise of carrying an exotic designer scent!  Your recipient need never know that this lovely and festive gift bow was made out of junk ads  -- unless, of course, you want to gain big repurposing DIY cred ...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 26 Dec 2009 18:11:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/answers/How-does-the-joule-thief-circuit-work/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFY/9JKD/G33OYPJO/FFY9JKDG33OYPJO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFY/9JKD/G33OYPJO/FFY9JKDG33OYPJO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFY/9JKD/G33OYPJO/FFY9JKDG33OYPJO.SMALL.jpg Q5V3H64G33OYPJP revelae the best i can figure, the current coming through toroid turns on the transistor, then the collector drains the current to the negative, while pulling it from the emiter back through the diode to the collector? if i am correct, how would this boost the voltage?
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Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 15 Dec 2009 15:51:15 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Dont-chuck-that-broken-umbrella/
Don't chuck that broken umbrella! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5U/SVP8/G2HE05FZ/F5USVP8G2HE05FZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5U/SVP8/G2HE05FZ/F5USVP8G2HE05FZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5U/SVP8/G2HE05FZ/F5USVP8G2HE05FZ.SMALL.jpg EPQGNR1G2HE04FY TheGoodLife With winter fast approaching there are often blustery showers. With high winds you will, more often than not, see broken umbrellas discarded in bins or on the roadside. There is no need to throw away a broken umbrella because it is easy to fix. The most common failure points on an umbrella are the ...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 1 Dec 2009 12:54:15 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Reusing-Lightbulbs-as-planters-or-mini-terrariums/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQK/G5KG/FR0ZSYKU/FQKG5KGFR0ZSYKU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQK/G5KG/FR0ZSYKU/FQKG5KGFR0ZSYKU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQK/G5KG/FR0ZSYKU/FQKG5KGFR0ZSYKU.SMALL.jpg EYC93I5G23UUAYV arte.sano Light bulbs can be recycled in many forms and uses, although is not a new idea, check this site about reusing light bulb for chemical glassware testers , pretty cool, and here's another one using the same idea for a hanging vase and for salt and peeper containers (in french), it can be an excellent ...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:13:09 PST http://www.instructables.com/answers/I-am-building-a-v-axis-wind-turbine-I-need-to-kno/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif QAM95NAG0SD7CLN Mr. Retro The winds in my backyard aren't extremely strong, but I want my design to work and provide a good amount of power if possible.  What kind of DC motor do I need?  Is it easy to create a DC generator from scratch for this type of thing?  Would the ideal motor have a low RPM?  (Because I'm pretty sure ...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 14 Oct 2009 22:39:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-Your-Home-Environmentally-Friendly/
How to Make Your Home Environmentally Friendly - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVW/RJZB/G0AMJX8Q/FVWRJZBG0AMJX8Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVW/RJZB/G0AMJX8Q/FVWRJZBG0AMJX8Q.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVW/RJZB/G0AMJX8Q/FVWRJZBG0AMJX8Q.SMALL.jpg EP8ZY9FG068IA2I hcopelan Having an environmentally friendly home is a simple way to help protect the environment.There are many DIY techniques that can be used to make your home more environmentally friendly. Most of the products required for these techniques are inexpensive and can be purchased at your local home improveme...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 8 Oct 2009 10:02:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-5-Gallon-Bucket-Wall/
Recycled 5 Gallon Bucket Wall - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDF/6GW9/FYTCHKG1/FDF6GW9FYTCHKG1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDF/6GW9/FYTCHKG1/FDF6GW9FYTCHKG1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDF/6GW9/FYTCHKG1/FDF6GW9FYTCHKG1.SMALL.jpg EKGFC8DFYTCHKFV markbyounger A working experiment in reusing 5 gallon buckets as low-tech structural building units.Let me start off by saying that I'm only involved in this project in the design and tech side, no real labor yet. I hope that doesn't ruin this instructable for you, if I missed anything you can check our project ...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 10 Sep 2009 15:28:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Laundry-Water-Recycler-Gray-Water-S/
How to Make a Laundry Water Recycler (Gray Water System) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHF/W0PO/FYIZHC3F/FHFW0POFYIZHC3F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHF/W0PO/FYIZHC3F/FHFW0POFYIZHC3F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHF/W0PO/FYIZHC3F/FHFW0POFYIZHC3F.SMALL.jpg EL29QUIFYNTAHN7 dlginstructables For those interested in getting into gray water, this may be one of the easiest ways. I got this idea from Home Use of Graywater from the University of Arizona. The idea is very simple: Save the rinse water from one load of laundry in a tank and use that water to wash the next load, cutting the amou...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 7 Sep 2009 22:10:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Reduce-your-liquid-soap-usage-FOR-FREE/
Reduce your liquid soap usage - FOR FREE - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO6/20D9/FGWRG5UF/FO620D9FGWRG5UF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO6/20D9/FGWRG5UF/FO620D9FGWRG5UF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO6/20D9/FGWRG5UF/FO620D9FGWRG5UF.SMALL.jpg EVVI4U2FGWRG5L7 denkbert Liquid soap has many advantages over "normal" soap - it smells better, is a bit cheaper (depends on where and what sort of liquid soap you buy), easier to use and, to a certain degree, more hygienic than sharing the same piece of soap with several other people (if you live in a dorm, for example). ...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 31 Aug 2009 06:26:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/answers/What-is-a-good-way-to-store-reusable-shopping-bags/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif QRIKYW6FYIYC8A6 They always end up scattered around our house, unless they find their way back to the car. Anyone interested in writing an Instructable for some type of storage container or system for reusable bags of varying materials and sizes?
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Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 25 Aug 2009 12:19:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycle-Denim-Floor-mat-from-Waistbands-and-insea/
Recycle Denim: Floor mat from Waistbands and inseams - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/TYAY/FX23VYUZ/FH4TYAYFX23VYUZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/TYAY/FX23VYUZ/FH4TYAYFX23VYUZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/TYAY/FX23VYUZ/FH4TYAYFX23VYUZ.SMALL.jpg E0POMJCFX23VYV8 passionfly This comfy floor mat is made from recycled waistbands, hem cuffs, and inseams from old jeans. These are often the wasted scraps left after other projects with recycled denim. To see how to efficiently harvest these materials from a pair old pants see this instructable:http://www.instructables.com/id...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:07:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/MINI-MUFFIN-CRAYONS-A-New-Life-for-Broken-Crayo/
MINI-MUFFIN CRAYONS... A New Life for Broken Crayons! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0B/L00Q/FW39L9YD/F0BL00QFW39L9YD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0B/L00Q/FW39L9YD/F0BL00QFW39L9YD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0B/L00Q/FW39L9YD/F0BL00QFW39L9YD.SMALL.jpg EYBB9GFFW39L9YH AlwaysAllTheTimeCrafting ''''Broken crayons?!? Don't throw them away...MAKE OLD CRAYONS-NEW AGAIN! Up-cycle your broken crayons into MINI-MUFFIN SIZED CRAYONS. You will love the tie-dyed look and your young artists will love the mini-disc size---just right for small hands! 'Package in clear plastic bags and tie with a ri...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 18 Jun 2009 14:08:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-greenhouse-from-an-old-carport/
Make a greenhouse from an old carport - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAR/YHAH/FW4JPB48/FARYHAHFW4JPB48.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAR/YHAH/FW4JPB48/FARYHAHFW4JPB48.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAR/YHAH/FW4JPB48/FARYHAHFW4JPB48.SMALL.jpg E47AKEMFW4JWAQ4 lynne123 Turn that old portable metal pipe carport into a greenhouse. I used one section (out of 3) of an old metal pipe portable garage (the plastic cover rotted off) for the starting frame.Using the carport's shape, cut wood to fit the frame. Most of the wood was from 2x6's cut in half long ways (rippe...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 19 Jun 2009 10:14:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/answers/Can-anyone-help-me-identify-this-plant/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/HYPJ/FVO9RRU8/FPWHYPJFVO9RRU8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/HYPJ/FVO9RRU8/FPWHYPJFVO9RRU8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/HYPJ/FVO9RRU8/FPWHYPJFVO9RRU8.SMALL.jpg QDJIEKIFVO9RTM0 Gorfram Found in my new Community Garden plot, among the weeds that had sprung up over the winter. I was going to pull it, but then it starting looking to me like it might be a desirable garden plant. A few clues:garden is in Seattle, WA; in a Temperate Rainforest climate.raised bed garden, filled with a no...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 9 Jun 2009 09:39:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/answers/what-size-of-batttery-can-be-charge-with-a-43w-sol/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif QUPBGDJFVMV8N9N what size of batttery can be charge with a 43w solar panel? can i connct it with out charge controler to battery&invert
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 6 Jun 2009 17:54:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Earthjustice-United-States-of-Efficiency-Contest-W/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXF/K9DX/FVDC5N6X/FXFK9DXFVDC5N6X.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXF/K9DX/FVDC5N6X/FXFK9DXFVDC5N6X.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXF/K9DX/FVDC5N6X/FXFK9DXFVDC5N6X.SMALL.jpg O8A1D36FVDC5N6W Contest Robot Instructables and Earthjustice are happy to announce the winners of the Earthjustice United States of Efficiency Contest! We asked you to provide Instructables in the name of energy efficiency and the outpouring of ideas was fantastic! Thank you all for submitting your entries. Some of the biggest...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 4 Jun 2009 08:35:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Reverse-Graffiti-with-Pressure-Washer/
Reverse Graffiti with Pressure Washer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F83/VK7T/FF4INABC/F83VK7TFF4INABC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F83/VK7T/FF4INABC/F83VK7TFF4INABC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F83/VK7T/FF4INABC/F83VK7TFF4INABC.SMALL.jpg EDZ9MB9FF4INABG astrochimp Expanding upon other reverse graffiti instructables and works elsewhere this is how you can create bright and clear street art and engage the public on issues of importance in your community with the help of some friends and a pressure washer.This technique is very effective for etching designs into...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 16 Apr 2008 16:04:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/answers/I-want-to-set-up-a-hydroponics-system-but-dont-wa/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif QVB2NG2FUI0T2DU Toulouse Can i just flood the soil the plant is growing in for a temporary portion of the day? I don't have a problem with the pump, just buying the nutrient / medium. Can i just use soil and wet it down really well once a day and then drain it (out the bottom)? Would floating soil in the water being ci...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 19 May 2009 22:25:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/answers/I-want-to-start-a-herb-garden-most-used-herbs-and-/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif QQG9UTFFRD83NMB
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 21 Feb 2009 12:22:40 PST http://www.instructables.com/answers/Top-plants-for-home-garden-to-be-used-in-cooking/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif QZSAF3MFUPUPWUR bdjohnso10 I was curious about what are some of the best plants for my backyard garden. I want to be able to use these plants in my cooking. So far I know that strawberries and tomatoes and cilantro are going in. Maybe some common herbs will add to the variety. I am a southern California residence and the ...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 20 May 2009 20:50:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Web-Based-Water-Metering-with-ioBridge/
Web Based Water Metering with ioBridge - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY3/MUAM/FUI0OXWA/FY3MUAMFUI0OXWA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY3/MUAM/FUI0OXWA/FY3MUAMFUI0OXWA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY3/MUAM/FUI0OXWA/FY3MUAMFUI0OXWA.SMALL.jpg EVZFR8FFUI0RYVY jasonT After the real-time power meter project I did back in January, the next logical step seemed to be an ioBridge based water meter. Lets face it, power conservation isn't going to save the planet on it's own. There are plenty of resources besides electrical power that each of us use on a daily basis. A...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 11 May 2009 07:29:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/TRULY-insulate-your-loft-and-save-the-planet/
TRULY insulate your loft (or attic!) - and save the planet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS1/N2DI/FSK1E5U3/FS1N2DIFSK1E5U3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS1/N2DI/FSK1E5U3/FS1N2DIFSK1E5U3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS1/N2DI/FSK1E5U3/FS1N2DIFSK1E5U3.SMALL.jpg E6KOAI3FSK1E5QR LDW Being time rich and money poor, I wanted to cut my outgoings, and be a bit greener. So I fixed SF40 SuperFOIL to the underside of my rafters to keep warm, cut bills and save the planet: www.superfoil.co.uk/SF40-titlepage.html I chose SF40 because: a) It nails to the roof, so you can still use the...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 29 Apr 2009 09:05:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wind-Turbine-Model-Construction-That-Generates-Rea/
Wind Turbine Model Construction That Generates Real Electricity - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN1/VGV3/FTM73KY4/FN1VGV3FTM73KY4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN1/VGV3/FTM73KY4/FN1VGV3FTM73KY4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN1/VGV3/FTM73KY4/FN1VGV3FTM73KY4.SMALL.jpg ENRYDHTFTK8AOY7 swachhand Hi everyone i am Swachhand, this instructable will show you how to make a wind turbine model that generates REAL electricity.....This Is My First Instructable........ Gathering Parts Parts Required : 1.) 25mm Venetian blind louvre (8 cm) 8 pieces required - for turbine blades2.) 6mm wooden dowel ...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 22 Apr 2009 11:26:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sensible-water-filter/
Sensible water filter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/8C41/FTTOSYQN/FBH8C41FTTOSYQN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/8C41/FTTOSYQN/FBH8C41FTTOSYQN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/8C41/FTTOSYQN/FBH8C41FTTOSYQN.SMALL.jpg EVIO5KPFTTOSYP1 marcintosh InIn this Instructable I'm not going to show you as much some thing new as make you aware of the possibilities. Buying things to throw away drives me nuts. The phrase "When you're done, just throw it away!" never made sense and is nearly unforgivable today. Also, you aren't contributing to transport...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 22 Apr 2009 17:03:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/1-Sock-3-Products/
1 Sock, 3 Products - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYH/BLQZ/FT7PLCJK/FYHBLQZFT7PLCJK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYH/BLQZ/FT7PLCJK/FYHBLQZFT7PLCJK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYH/BLQZ/FT7PLCJK/FYHBLQZFT7PLCJK.SMALL.jpg E5QF27GFT7PLCLL DesignEs Everyone has experienced it. You do your laundry and when you pull out your clothes, you find that one, lonely sock. Sure, you could always use it as a spare sock or turn it into a rag or a sock puppet, but is there something more useful you could reuse it for? Something that you can make instead of...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 16 Apr 2009 10:46:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Homemade-Dish-Soap/
Easy Homemade Dish Soap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/8DE4/FQMXEQ1F/F968DE4FQMXEQ1F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/8DE4/FQMXEQ1F/F968DE4FQMXEQ1F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/8DE4/FQMXEQ1F/F968DE4FQMXEQ1F.SMALL.jpg EPRBAB6FQMXEPXI Openeyehealth This is a quick and easy recipe for homemade dish soap that I found on howtodothings.com. You only need three ingredients: 1 cup liquid castile soap (I prefer Dr. Bronner's), 1/4 cup water, and a drop of essential oil. Gather the Ingredients You will need a bottle of liquid castile soap (availa...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 1 Feb 2009 08:32:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/answers/Are-electric-vehicles-deadly-dangerous-to-build-an/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif QMV4NGJFSSIHYF2 paganwonder A local high school tech class is converting a pick-up truck to electric and I got the idea that I could convert our Explorer, (the engine is shot) but an auto mechanic I met told me he can't get insurance to work on an EV due to the danger of the high voltage- this is disappointing to me because I ...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 31 Mar 2009 14:33:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Material-Composition-Book/
Recycled Material Composition Book - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL8/E39C/FSUUXP7U/FL8E39CFSUUXP7U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL8/E39C/FSUUXP7U/FL8E39CFSUUXP7U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL8/E39C/FSUUXP7U/FL8E39CFSUUXP7U.SMALL.jpg EE425ZHFSUUXQ6U phalanx447 As a college student studying engineering, I burn through a lot of paper. A whole ream of the stuff would be used up entirely on a fairly regular basis because of the nature of my homework, and the amount of diagrams they involve. To cut back on the amount of paper I use, I began to use scrap paper ...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 31 Mar 2009 22:25:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Bent-Ply-Coffee-Cup-Holder-1/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCE/ZVKJ/FSSIL3LF/FCEZVKJFSSIL3LF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCE/ZVKJ/FSSIL3LF/FCEZVKJFSSIL3LF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCE/ZVKJ/FSSIL3LF/FCEZVKJFSSIL3LF.SMALL.jpg E1M8PA3FSSIL3KV jaredelorenzo This Video will show you how to create your own personal coffee cup coozie. A perfect design that will help save trees by using less cardboard coffee cup sleeves, as well as make all your cafe buddies super jealous. Check out the Streaming video at my blog
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Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 31 Mar 2009 10:00:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/answers/what-can-be-put-on-the-compost-pile-All-kitchen-w/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif QIFC9O6FSIJM1WH herbste
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Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 20 Mar 2009 17:30:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/answers/Is-there-an-easy-way-to-run-a-computerlaptop-alm/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif QDOMU25FSE8MIZ4 dyln This one has had us stumped for a while. I'm currently thinking along the lines of side-stepping the transformer.
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Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 17 Mar 2009 11:32:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/answers/Does-anyone-know-how-to-make-a-pedal-powered-rotat/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif QBHTDL2FRTXG4LI arnold54 I'd like to make one that uses bike pedal power, derailleur and chain, and not one with a generator, batteries, or electricity. I've seen one online that MIT students created but have not been able to find any plans or directions for making it. Need to make a cheap non-electrical washing machine w...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 3 Mar 2009 10:16:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/answers/Whats-the-best-way-to-store-pedal-amp-solar-pow/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif QHXWL4RFRD89GIQ nicksisson I'm looking to power some blenders & other small devices with a battery bank & I want to store power in these batteries from pedaling bicycles & possibly solar power. Just need a little help on all of the essentials and how much power I will be able to garner through a system like this. Thanks!
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Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 20 Feb 2009 12:43:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/answers/how-do-i-make-a-dc-powered-washing-machine/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif QNZCC70FRBPY1FN twighahn I need a solar powered washer
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Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 18 Feb 2009 10:56:35 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Enter-the-Epilog-Challenge/
How To Enter the Epilog Challenge - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDF/0L4F/FR122VMO/FDF0L4FFR122VMO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDF/0L4F/FR122VMO/FDF0L4FFR122VMO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDF/0L4F/FR122VMO/FDF0L4FFR122VMO.SMALL.gif EK7S066FRAAUUJ7 Contest Robot Making an epic project is always something to be proud of, but Epilog and Instructables want to push you to stretch yourself, and make something truly excellent! To encourage the making of amazing things, we're hosting the Epilog Challenge '09. Make something awesome with a green twist and win a Epi...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 18 Feb 2009 00:30:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/answers/Electromagnet-Help-How-to-Make-a-Small-but-very-S/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif QHVV30TFRAAURVT comodore I need you help smart people of Instructables!I need to make a small Electromagnet, that uses minimum power (by that I mean the battery), but still has to be very powerful. I have a couple of questions that I need you to help me answer:Does the number of coils that is wound to the metal bar effect t...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 17 Feb 2009 09:32:43 PST http://www.instructables.com/answers/How-to-clean-stinking-kitchen-tubes/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZH/BQXD/FR1230P3/FZHBQXDFR1230P3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZH/BQXD/FR1230P3/FZHBQXDFR1230P3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZH/BQXD/FR1230P3/FZHBQXDFR1230P3.SMALL.jpg QOGGFOPFR0ZHA84 iovsjupiter Get chemicals from supermarket, pour it into the basin, pour hot water, clean everything with acid, or? I'm looking a green way to clean the basin, the tubes are open but there is a smell coming up from the tubes. edit:as an answer to bleach I'll recite from grist.org:"The corrosive ingredients in t...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:42:36 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/TapdNY-Keep-the-Bottle-Contest-Winners/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/W8L9/FQWVV3BT/FFDW8L9FQWVV3BT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/W8L9/FQWVV3BT/FFDW8L9FQWVV3BT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/W8L9/FQWVV3BT/FFDW8L9FQWVV3BT.SMALL.jpg OUF0B4XFQWVV3BG Contest Robot Instructables is happy to announce the winners of the Keep the Bottle Contest. We asked you to submit cool new uses for plastic bottles and the response was huge! Over 170 entries were submitted that covered a wide array of uses. A lamp, an algae bioreactor, pranks, and a hydroponic system are just...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 12 Feb 2009 11:18:51 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Instructables-Podcast-Vol-1-Build-a-Greener-Lif/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F77/PNSS/FQSX01IV/F77PNSSFQSX01IV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F77/PNSS/FQSX01IV/F77PNSSFQSX01IV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F77/PNSS/FQSX01IV/F77PNSSFQSX01IV.SMALL.gif EAPGJYAFQSX01GE noahw Part of Instructables' mission is to inspire our community to create and share great projects. We do this though contests, theme months, and challenges that are seasonally appropriate, part of a bigger cultural trend, or simply areas where we want to see more great Instructables. This year we've dec...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 10 Feb 2009 12:33:59 PST http://www.instructables.com/answers/What-instructables-do-I-need-to-read-to-help-me-re/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif Q1500OSFQR1WQIP Firework
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Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 5 Feb 2009 18:00:47 PST http://www.instructables.com/answers/Does-anyone-know-how-to-make-a-3-phase-wind-power-/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif QPOUTS6FQJZKYMX I have a project in which I want to hook up a 1000Watt wind power generator to a home, but I don't know how. What systems are needed?
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Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 30 Jan 2009 11:30:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/answers/could-Chispito-Wind-Generator-be-used-as-a-source-/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif QSM4PHDFQJZNRFZ unicycle94
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Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 29 Jan 2009 21:03:06 PST http://www.instructables.com/answers/Can-you-help-me-convince-my-husband-that-we-can-pu/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif QPSEEUSFQJZHKE4 My husband is very handy and just got a lot of forced time off (no more job). I am trying to convince him that we can put in a system that he builds for less than the multi-thousand dollar systems that are available from installation companies. He doesn't believe me that this is doable. "If it was t...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 29 Jan 2009 15:51:03 PST http://www.instructables.com/answers/Whats-the-best-type-of-solar-water-heater/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif QC80LKXFQJ6J3XY cyc4015 I am in the process of renovating a bathroom that hasn't been used since before i was born, which currently lacks a water heater. Being poor, it is very unlikely that i will be able to buy an on-demand heater for this bathroom, and i know how inefficient normal water heaters are, so i am looking int...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 29 Jan 2009 04:17:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-home-energy-improvements-and-have-the-governm/
Make home energy improvements and have the government pay you back - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRF/XU2V/FPWWWU39/FRFXU2VFPWWWU39.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRF/XU2V/FPWWWU39/FRFXU2VFPWWWU39.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRF/XU2V/FPWWWU39/FRFXU2VFPWWWU39.SMALL.jpg ES9FEATFPWWTUSI zieak Many energy improvements pay for themselves over a period of a few years. The reduced rates that the improvements pass on to you in annual savings should be enough incentive to make the change when possible. But what if you could get someone else to reimburse you for all or part of the improvement...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 21 Jan 2009 01:38:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Handy-Go-Green-Scoops/
Handy Go Green Scoops - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHO/RGBZ/FPQLJR99/FHORGBZFPQLJR99.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHO/RGBZ/FPQLJR99/FHORGBZFPQLJR99.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHO/RGBZ/FPQLJR99/FHORGBZFPQLJR99.SMALL.jpg E2XE6S1FPQLJR2M DebH57 I always find myself in need of a scoop around the yard for everything from measuring pet food, plant food, adding some garden soil or fine decorative gravel around a plant or removing Fido's fertilizer offerings from my flower bed.While I don't want to use any of my house hold scoops I use for food...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 9 Jan 2009 09:38:48 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Plastic-Bags/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZP/U3BY/FNNK1FRS/FZPU3BYFNNK1FRS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZP/U3BY/FNNK1FRS/FZPU3BYFNNK1FRS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZP/U3BY/FNNK1FRS/FZPU3BYFNNK1FRS.SMALL.jpg OHLTXLJFNNK6LY6 Lego man Everyone has thousands of those pesky little plastic grocery store bags, and unless you're picking up puppy poo you don't have much to do with them. Well, now you do. Before you throw them into the trash, only to pollute the ocean, you should try some of these Instructables. You can find that these ...
By: Lego man

Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 23 Nov 2008 18:55:15 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/potholder-from-old-newspapers/
potholder from old newspapers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPC/H0KB/FMZAIU9I/FPCH0KBFMZAIU9I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPC/H0KB/FMZAIU9I/FPCH0KBFMZAIU9I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPC/H0KB/FMZAIU9I/FPCH0KBFMZAIU9I.SMALL.jpg EAQ8DNJFMZADLS3 eliajn This is a potholder / trivet / thing-to-put-hot-things-on made entirely from old newspaper, glue, and a little string.Materials:1) 8 half-size sheets of newspaper or 4 full size sheetsI used the advertisement section for the colors; extra is good to have for covering your work surface.2) scissors3) ...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 3 Nov 2008 16:13:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Re-use-a-Schoolbus-for-Cheap-Housing-Prologue/
Re-use a Schoolbus for Cheap Housing: Prologue - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGS/I2RF/FKD1LRGT/FGSI2RFFKD1LRGT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGS/I2RF/FKD1LRGT/FGSI2RFFKD1LRGT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGS/I2RF/FKD1LRGT/FGSI2RFFKD1LRGT.SMALL.jpg EFCBOG3FKFUGFK7 zim Why?A few years back, I got tired of living the American Dream and struggling to keep up with a horrendous mortgage and rising credit card debt. I know there's really only two ways to balance a budget, spend less or earn more, and I didn't see a huge wage increase in the future. Also, I have always ...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 29 Aug 2008 12:53:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Shoeflower/
Shoeflower! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLB/GZ3G/FK75D1LS/FLBGZ3GFK75D1LS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLB/GZ3G/FK75D1LS/FLBGZ3GFK75D1LS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLB/GZ3G/FK75D1LS/FLBGZ3GFK75D1LS.SMALL.jpg EZOUYCQFIDCX509 technick29 Recently, I viewed the movie Wall-E. It was pretty awesome. I was inspired by the boot plant in the film, and decided to make my own.So here's a little recycling job I did with some old shoes. The shoes were old and smelly, but I thought they looked nice. So I decided to go green double-time by ...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 17 Aug 2008 20:33:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Creative-Free-and-Recycled-Ideas-for-Gift-Wrappi/
Creative, Free, and Recycled Ideas for Gift Wrapping - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO1/W72N/FH97NDSQ/FO1W72NFH97NDSQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO1/W72N/FH97NDSQ/FO1W72NFH97NDSQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO1/W72N/FH97NDSQ/FO1W72NFH97NDSQ.SMALL.jpg E9AGF2MFH9EA3IO threadbanger The next occasion you have to give a gift, save money and the environment by checking out some of these super-easy ways to wrap presents with the help of Threadbanger. For more information about this project, check out the video! Want more Threadheads and DIY fashion? Subscribe on iTunes! Pot...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 9 Jun 2008 13:01:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Going-Green!-A-couple-things-you-can-do-to-help-th/
Going Green! A couple things you can do to help the environment. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/AACY/F4GVCSSN/F12AACYF4GVCSSN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/AACY/F4GVCSSN/F12AACYF4GVCSSN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/AACY/F4GVCSSN/F12AACYF4GVCSSN.SMALL.jpg EWHHSR2F4GVCSID g0pher Preserving the environment we live in is a huge task. If we all pitch in, and take a couple small green steps, collectively, we will make a huge impact on our environment. My biology teacher told our class one day that huge ecological disasters, for example, the Exxon Valdez, is dwarfed in comparis...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 23 Jul 2007 19:48:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Milk-Bag...Tired-of-Being-Treated-Like-Yesterd/
The Milk Bag...Tired of Being Treated Like Yesterdays Trash! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4U/P7IV/FGFRMD7E/F4UP7IVFGFRMD7E.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4U/P7IV/FGFRMD7E/F4UP7IVFGFRMD7E.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4U/P7IV/FGFRMD7E/F4UP7IVFGFRMD7E.SMALL.jpg EG0SXDVFGFRMD60 wiley coyote A CHALLENGE - Stop throwing out milk bags. Stop buying freezer and sandwich bags. Reuse the milk bags and wait for the surplus to start building up. I noticed that the actual bag that carries the milk is not recyclable in my community and I can see why. It is however an extremely useful little t...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 19 May 2008 23:10:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/From-old-Tourist-Map-to-Gift-Bag--De-mapa-viejo-a/
From old Tourist Map to Gift Bag / De mapa viejo a bolsa de regalo - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/9V0K/FGC213MY/FW59V0KFGC213MY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/9V0K/FGC213MY/FW59V0KFGC213MY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/9V0K/FGC213MY/FW59V0KFGC213MY.SMALL.jpg EXHML45FGC213N6 ansanma What can you do with an old tourist map? Just convert it in an amazing gift bag and surprise your friends and family.I will show you how to make a gift bag in a while. You can also reuse old maps to wrap the gifts, and contribute to the planet.SAFETY ADVICE: This instructable uses sharp tools. Be ca...
By: ansanma

Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 17 May 2008 10:09:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Boycott-the-Bottle/
How to Boycott the Bottle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/0080/FEVP6WDK/FV80080FEVP6WDK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/0080/FEVP6WDK/FV80080FEVP6WDK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/0080/FEVP6WDK/FV80080FEVP6WDK.SMALL.jpg EJAV91IFEVP6WDO nerdnurture Have you ever wanted to start something GREEN in your community but just didn't know where to start? This instructable will guide you through organizing a successful water bottle boycott in your school or workplace. I have even included my order form template, and you can even see my logo and sour...
By: nerdnurture

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 11 Apr 2008 15:32:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Light-Bulb-Vase/
Light Bulb Vase - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1X/NWMG/JK2EY95VV1U/F1XNWMGJK2EY95VV1U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1X/NWMG/JK2EY95VV1U/F1XNWMGJK2EY95VV1U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1X/NWMG/JK2EY95VV1U/F1XNWMGJK2EY95VV1U.SMALL.jpg EKEO4NJ70PEY95VVQO sam A very simple, yet elegant vase, made from a light bulb. Recently someone came around with a free energy saving light bulb for every home. So I made something from an old burnt out bulb that the new one replaced. The bulb was hollowed out, and then suspended on a simple stand. You need: -a light ...
By: sam

Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 17 Feb 2007 23:17:15 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Bread-Board-from-IDE-Cables/
Bread Board from IDE Cables - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZF/V7IV/FBTPSIK5/FZFV7IVFBTPSIK5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZF/V7IV/FBTPSIK5/FZFV7IVFBTPSIK5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZF/V7IV/FBTPSIK5/FZFV7IVFBTPSIK5.SMALL.jpg EXWL27WFBTPSIKA stone3408 Today we are going to be building a bread borad for protyping circuits. Most of the parts you have lying around. The idea here is not to replace large store bought bread boards but, to construct small units that could be part of a larger project. Gather Your Components You will need -IDE cable...
By: stone3408

Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 24 Jan 2008 14:44:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Christmas-Tree/
Recycled Christmas Tree - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJT/H83L/FAKWQ7M9/FJTH83LFAKWQ7M9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJT/H83L/FAKWQ7M9/FJTH83LFAKWQ7M9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJT/H83L/FAKWQ7M9/FJTH83LFAKWQ7M9.SMALL.jpg ETM9BQHFAKWQ7MK chaintool As opposed to going into the woods and robbing a tree of its precious life, I decided to create a fully recycled Christmas Tree. The tree consist of about 250 green 20 ounce soda bottles, each one individually lit. Gathering of Ye Supplies Well, to find and obtain the nearly 300 bottles needed f...
By: chaintool

Continue Reading »]]> living Tue, 25 Dec 2007 16:29:35 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Different-ways-to-Design-your-house-to-be-Energy-E/
Different ways to Design your house to be Energy Efficient - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/YIA6/FABRX0WQ/F9CYIA6FABRX0WQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/YIA6/FABRX0WQ/F9CYIA6FABRX0WQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/YIA6/FABRX0WQ/F9CYIA6FABRX0WQ.SMALL.jpg EYG3Z8PFABRX0WS Senseless This isn't exactly an Instructable on how to put up insulation but when I decided to build my house and do as much of it as I could Solo these are some of the steps I made to keep my heating a cooling costs down. When I designed this house I had the advantage of living next door for a few years be...
By: Senseless

Continue Reading »]]> living Sat, 22 Dec 2007 21:52:30 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Insulating-an-attic/
Insulating an attic - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2X/HDK5/FA190O1P/F2XHDK5FA190O1P.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2X/HDK5/FA190O1P/F2XHDK5FA190O1P.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2X/HDK5/FA190O1P/F2XHDK5FA190O1P.SMALL.jpg E86LI46FA190O3H duncant20196 This is a simple, cheap way to insulate your attic. Do you need it? Disclamer: I am not responsible for any damage of your personal property, injury, cuts, scratches, or anything else. This involves going in your attic, if you do not feel comfortable doing this project ask a friend, or hire a pro...
By: duncant20196

Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 16 Dec 2007 19:43:51 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Credit-Card-Flower-Box-Fridge-Magnet/
Credit-Card Flower Box (Fridge Magnet) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBA/VDQY/F2FRVEEW/FBAVDQYF2FRVEEW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBA/VDQY/F2FRVEEW/FBAVDQYF2FRVEEW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBA/VDQY/F2FRVEEW/FBAVDQYF2FRVEEW.SMALL.jpg E3A8SSTF2L4FU0V PocketSized Turn your old Credit-Cards (or any plastic card) into a nice little flower box to grow your own mini flowers in. These are sure to lighten up your fridge, office desk or any other drab place that needs a little of nature's creations to lighten it up. What you will need Credit-Card (or similar) M...
By: PocketSized

Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 8 Jun 2007 22:30:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Dumpster-Dipping-for-a-small-planet-or-just-for-f/
Dumpster Dipping (for a small planet or just for fun) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/FLK4/F54HMDBS/FC2FLK4F54HMDBS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/FLK4/F54HMDBS/FC2FLK4F54HMDBS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/FLK4/F54HMDBS/FC2FLK4F54HMDBS.SMALL.jpg EP1HVBPF4WY0J7P Woodenbikes Dumpster Dipping (please avoid dangerous diving) is an enjoyable activity involving a pleasant bike ride, a hunt, the thrill of discovery, the mystery of recent archeology, forensic storytelling, good Karma recycling, and a form of shopping with green environmental impact. It helps me get in touch w...
By: Woodenbikes

Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 19 Aug 2007 21:25:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recreate-a-Vanishing-Ecosystem-%3a-The-Eastern-Verna/
Recreate a Vanishing Ecosystem : The Eastern Vernal Pool - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEM/3P1B/F4WY0ILB/FEM3P1BF4WY0ILB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEM/3P1B/F4WY0ILB/FEM3P1BF4WY0ILB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEM/3P1B/F4WY0ILB/FEM3P1BF4WY0ILB.SMALL.jpg ENXRZ20F4WY0J2C Tool Using Animal Although the best choice would be to not destroy our environment to begin with, it comes too late for the vernal pool. Vernal pools are seasonally flooded pockets of wetland that serve as breeding grounds for both obligate and facultative species. Most salamanders, toads and tree frogs rely on these...
By: Tool Using Animal

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