http://www.instructables.com Member Feed Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:20:20 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Controlled-Relay-Box/
Arduino Controlled Relay Box - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/F4V/J1F6/G1BBDDI3/F4VJ1F6G1BBDDI3.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/F4V/J1F6/G1BBDDI3/F4VJ1F6G1BBDDI3.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/F4V/J1F6/G1BBDDI3/F4VJ1F6G1BBDDI3.SMALL.jpg ENQUBPBG1BB7X5K natantus This project is designed to help you construct some relay boxes for controlling power from your wall socket using an arduino or microcontroller.  The inspiration for writing an instructable came when I decided to build some relay boxes for my personal Garduino project.  For safety concerns I started...
By: natantus

Continue Reading »]]> technology Sat, 8 Oct 2011 02:37:13 PDT Arduino-Controlled-Relay-Box http://www.instructables.com/id/My-Indoor-DWC-Hydroponics-System/
My Indoor DWC Hydroponics System - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FG3/8S1I/FQ6EFBEX/FG38S1IFQ6EFBEX.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FG3/8S1I/FQ6EFBEX/FG38S1IFQ6EFBEX.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FG3/8S1I/FQ6EFBEX/FG38S1IFQ6EFBEX.SMALL.jpg EK17PF8FJ6RWIL6 LancePenney   This instructable will cover the build and operation of a deep water culture hydroponics system. So far, I have sucessfully grown banana peppers in this setup with complete ease since most of the process is automated. Also, these plants were grown indoors completely under artificial light that out...
By: LancePenney

Continue Reading »]]> workshop Fri, 2 Sep 2011 10:00:08 PDT My-Indoor-DWC-Hydroponics-System http://www.instructables.com/id/Convert-a-300-Watt-Torchiere-Lamp-into-a-20-Watt-C/
Convert a 300 Watt Torchiere Lamp into a Dual 20 Watt CFL - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FYB/MZUP/FRJIWBA7/FYBMZUPFRJIWBA7.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FYB/MZUP/FRJIWBA7/FYBMZUPFRJIWBA7.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FYB/MZUP/FRJIWBA7/FYBMZUPFRJIWBA7.SMALL.jpg ED5HDVRFRJIV1ZF bben46 The torchiere is a popular floor standing indirect lamp. Unfortunately, most use a high wattage Type 'T' lamp that is extremely hot in use. I have seen several warnings about these type lamps causing fires. And they are very inefficient. This will show how I converted my 300 Watt lamp to an energy e...
By: bben46

Continue Reading »]]> workshop Thu, 24 Mar 2011 15:00:10 PDT Convert-a-300-Watt-Torchiere-Lamp-into-a-20-Watt-C http://www.instructables.com/id/Built-In-Book-Cases/
Built In Book Cases - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FTV/SWFI/FYTCL83Z/FTVSWFIFYTCL83Z.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FTV/SWFI/FYTCL83Z/FTVSWFIFYTCL83Z.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FTV/SWFI/FYTCL83Z/FTVSWFIFYTCL83Z.SMALL.jpg EB1RJ9VFYTD4IUV CarlS For this project, we needed built-in book cases for a long wall. By using pre-drilled melamine laminated boards and pre-built cabinets from the local home store, we were able to build them with a minimum of tools, and get a perfect fit to the room.
By: CarlS

Continue Reading »]]> workshop Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:54:25 PST Built-In-Book-Cases http://www.instructables.com/id/Heavy-sleepers-alarm-clock/
Heavy sleepers' alarm clock - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/F59/13GX/FYIZ4GBS/F5913GXFYIZ4GBS.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/F59/13GX/FYIZ4GBS/F5913GXFYIZ4GBS.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/F59/13GX/FYIZ4GBS/F5913GXFYIZ4GBS.SMALL.jpg E541DHPFYIZ4G58 k_man93 Hello everyone,Okay, so basically I have modified a small battery powered clock to use a smoke detector speaker. It is super loud and could possibly be used as a device to reanimate the dead. Please keep in mind this is my first Instructable, so just bear with me. Let's get this started!
By: k_man93

Continue Reading »]]> technology Fri, 25 Mar 2011 07:00:10 PDT Heavy-sleepers-alarm-clock http://www.instructables.com/id/Ceiling-Fan-LED-Display/
Ceiling Fan LED Display - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/F6M/D9DF/FXETSHWU/F6MD9DFFXETSHWU.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/F6M/D9DF/FXETSHWU/F6MD9DFFXETSHWU.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/F6M/D9DF/FXETSHWU/F6MD9DFFXETSHWU.SMALL.jpg EB195WKFXA3D2PL UncleBone Seeing so many persistence of vision ideas on the web was too tempting not to try one. After considering several different motors to drive a display, a ceiling fan seemed to run at just the right speed, is out of the way, and very quiet compared with alternatives. With a micro controller based on th...
By: UncleBone

Continue Reading »]]> technology Fri, 25 Mar 2011 09:30:10 PDT Ceiling-Fan-LED-Display http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-and-clean-desktop-electric-outlet/
Cheap and easy desktop electric outlet - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/F2P/YPJI/FI8VJNXB/F2PYPJIFI8VJNXB.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/F2P/YPJI/FI8VJNXB/F2PYPJIFI8VJNXB.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/F2P/YPJI/FI8VJNXB/F2PYPJIFI8VJNXB.SMALL.jpg EQK1SLZFI8VJNXG DangerArt I use an old corner unit computer desk as a workbench for computers and other things that people make me fix. I got tired of climbing under the desk to plug and unplug tools and other things that I was working on. I am also a neat-freak and didn't want a power-strip/surge-protector cluttering up m...
By: DangerArt

Continue Reading »]]> workshop Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:49 PDT Cheap-and-clean-desktop-electric-outlet http://www.instructables.com/id/Perfume-Gun/ /files/deriv/FYT/G1LK/FCEILQZE/FYTG1LKFCEILQZE.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FYT/G1LK/FCEILQZE/FYTG1LKFCEILQZE.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FYT/G1LK/FCEILQZE/FYTG1LKFCEILQZE.SMALL.jpg ELPN9ETFCEILQZD ermak777 This toy was an instant favorite from the moment its first loud Bang! and flash of orange flame launched the little black film can up to bounce off our 26 foot ceiling. Uses Perfume as a fuel! This Cannon can shoot for 30 feet straight up!
By: ermak777

Continue Reading »]]> play Tue, 16 Feb 2010 13:18:47 PST Perfume-Gun http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-A-Pair-of-Stereo-Speakers/
Build A Pair of Stereo Speakers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FY3/XFCR/FIZVX1MS/FY3XFCRFIZVX1MS.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FY3/XFCR/FIZVX1MS/FY3XFCRFIZVX1MS.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FY3/XFCR/FIZVX1MS/FY3XFCRFIZVX1MS.SMALL.jpg E576G1CFHUFAHW3 billbob This instructable is a basic guide for building a pair of high quality stereo speakers. The process is not difficult but will require lots of time, patience and effort.Here is an introduction to the few main parts of a speaker:Speaker DriversThis includes the woofer and tweeter. The woofer vibrates ...
By: billbob

Continue Reading »]]> technology Sun, 27 Mar 2011 21:30:31 PDT Build-A-Pair-of-Stereo-Speakers http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-TCPO-for-glow-sticks/ /files/deriv/FGP/0I7B/FUI0RZ5V/FGP0I7BFUI0RZ5V.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FGP/0I7B/FUI0RZ5V/FGP0I7BFUI0RZ5V.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FGP/0I7B/FUI0RZ5V/FGP0I7BFUI0RZ5V.SMALL.jpg E2S0VAMFUI0RZ5T NurdRage How to make TCPO or bis(2,4,6-trichlorophenyl) oxalate, used in glow stick reactions.WARNING: This procedure should only be performed by, or under the direct supervision of, an experienced chemist. Please refer to the material safety data sheets of all chemicals for their hazards. Synthesis must be ...
By: NurdRage

Continue Reading »]]> technology Mon, 3 Jun 2013 07:09:29 PDT How-To-Make-TCPO-for-glow-sticks http://www.instructables.com/id/A-USB-Power-Controled-Plug-Strip-With-Isolation/
A USB Power Controled Plug Strip. With Isolation. - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/F7W/IBXC/FJKGWVLG/F7WIBXCFJKGWVLG.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/F7W/IBXC/FJKGWVLG/F7WIBXCFJKGWVLG.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/F7W/IBXC/FJKGWVLG/F7WIBXCFJKGWVLG.SMALL.jpg E1HHKHHFJKGWVOK toymotorhead The whole point of this Instructable was to allow me to power on all the accessories for my computer without thinking about it. And then not power all the little power vampire wall warts when I am not using the computer. The idea is simple, you power on your CPU, all of the other parts of the syste...
By: toymotorhead

Continue Reading »]]> technology Sat, 19 Mar 2011 14:00:49 PDT A-USB-Power-Controled-Plug-Strip-With-Isolation http://www.instructables.com/id/Lightbulb-greenhouse/
Lightbulb "green"house - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FWF/UY7S/FGO9YNR5/FWFUY7SFGO9YNR5.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FWF/UY7S/FGO9YNR5/FWFUY7SFGO9YNR5.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FWF/UY7S/FGO9YNR5/FWFUY7SFGO9YNR5.SMALL.jpg ERRFNEHFGO9YNQS LinuxH4x0r The incandescent light bulb is the ultimate symbol of wasted energy. Since I don't use them anymore I wanted to transform them into something green instead of throwing them away. This project was inspired by an ad I saw in the June 08 edition of Popular Science. WARNING: THIS INSTRUCTABLE REQUIRES ...
By: LinuxH4x0r

Continue Reading »]]> workshop Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:30:56 PDT Lightbulb-greenhouse http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-Pendant-Chandelier-Made-From-IKEA-Lamps/
Mini-Pendant Chandelier Made From IKEA Lamps - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FVV/AUWJ/F0LPX2T5/FVVAUWJF0LPX2T5.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FVV/AUWJ/F0LPX2T5/FVVAUWJF0LPX2T5.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FVV/AUWJ/F0LPX2T5/FVVAUWJF0LPX2T5.SMALL.jpg EN5VLT7F0LPX2TD johnbrown I really like the look of mini-pendant lights. The more lights, the better! My vision was to arrange about 20 of them in a line, scattered about in an semi-organic pattern. I needed to construct a mount and figure out a way to convert the line voltage to 12 volts to power the 10 watt lamps. I'm not ...
By: johnbrown

Continue Reading »]]> workshop Fri, 18 Mar 2011 10:00:46 PDT Mini-Pendant-Chandelier-Made-From-IKEA-Lamps http://www.instructables.com/id/Pay-per-Copy-Machine-Exploit/
Pay-per-Copy Machine Exploit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FTJ/WYCL/TI0ERIE1UMT/FTJWYCLTI0ERIE1UMT.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FTJ/WYCL/TI0ERIE1UMT/FTJWYCLTI0ERIE1UMT.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FTJ/WYCL/TI0ERIE1UMT/FTJWYCLTI0ERIE1UMT.SMALL.jpg EW8JTRWKO9ERIE1UQD nak This proof of concept instructable will go over how to exploit a popular pay-per-copy type machine with a paperclip.
By: nak

Continue Reading »]]> play Wed, 9 Nov 2011 17:00:07 PST Pay-per-Copy-Machine-Exploit http://www.instructables.com/id/SAD-Box-inspired-keep-ur-soul-warm-with-a-light-b/
SAD Box inspired (keep ur soul warm with a light box) - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/F66/PKDP/FQCTL8F6/F66PKDPFQCTL8F6.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/F66/PKDP/FQCTL8F6/F66PKDPFQCTL8F6.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/F66/PKDP/FQCTL8F6/F66PKDPFQCTL8F6.SMALL.jpg E1HZ5BUFQ6EBHJO mox386 I always sleep more, and feel down in the winter. I saw this on lifehacker so I decided to make my own. I have two purposes for the box, one is for the hopeful improvement of my mood during winter, second being an alarm clock of sorts. Maybe I could fool myself into thinking the sun is up in my base...
By: mox386

Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 28 Mar 2011 11:00:44 PDT SAD-Box-inspired-keep-ur-soul-warm-with-a-light-b http://www.instructables.com/id/An-Algae-Bioreactor-from-Recycled-Water-Bottles/
An Algae Bioreactor from Recycled Water Bottles - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FFN/1QVM/FQMXFIJU/FFN1QVMFQMXFIJU.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FFN/1QVM/FQMXFIJU/FFN1QVMFQMXFIJU.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FFN/1QVM/FQMXFIJU/FFN1QVMFQMXFIJU.SMALL.jpg ETOIPDNFQMXBMYV mfischer In this instructable, we describe how to build a photo-bioreactor that uses algae to convert carbon dioxide and sunlight into energy. The energy that is produced is in the form of algae biomass. The photo-bioreactor is built from plastic recycled water bottles. By designing the apparatus to be co...
By: mfischer

Continue Reading »]]> technology Fri, 18 Mar 2011 16:30:32 PDT An-Algae-Bioreactor-from-Recycled-Water-Bottles http://www.instructables.com/id/Epic-Basement-Renovation/
Epic Basement Renovation! - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FEC/1H48/FOHU2JLN/FEC1H48FOHU2JLN.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FEC/1H48/FOHU2JLN/FEC1H48FOHU2JLN.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FEC/1H48/FOHU2JLN/FEC1H48FOHU2JLN.SMALL.jpg EIT0USXFNZAFBCO jeff-o A warning to the weak willed! A basement renovation can be trying to your patience, the patience of your co-dwellers, and that of your credit card! That said, it's also a whole lot of fun! After all, who wouldn't want to smash stuff with a giant hammer, fill a room with concrete dust, or paste hu...
By: jeff-o

Continue Reading »]]> workshop Sun, 10 Apr 2011 21:30:28 PDT Epic-Basement-Renovation http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Princess-Playhouse/
The Princess Playhouse - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FNG/NAR7/FPIOLA6W/FNGNAR7FPIOLA6W.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FNG/NAR7/FPIOLA6W/FNGNAR7FPIOLA6W.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FNG/NAR7/FPIOLA6W/FNGNAR7FPIOLA6W.SMALL.jpg EHHJ22NFPBKZ0CC alinke A Princess Playhouse for my two girls. It features: An Interactive Magic Mirror (See Separate DIY Magic Mirror Instructable) Vintage Light Fixtures Stained Glass Windows A Built-in Bookshelf Recessed TV Sound System In-Ceiling Speakers Network Phone Fau...
By: alinke

Continue Reading »]]> workshop Fri, 8 Jun 2012 15:30:01 PDT The-Princess-Playhouse http://www.instructables.com/id/Shake-it-like-a-Tic-Tac!/
Shake it like a Tic-Tac! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F8B/9S5W/JQKES9J6A5G/F8B9S5WJQKES9J6A5G.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F8B/9S5W/JQKES9J6A5G/F8B9S5WJQKES9J6A5G.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F8B/9S5W/JQKES9J6A5G/F8B9S5WJQKES9J6A5G.SMALL.jpg E5BLCRZ178ES9J6A88 MrMunki Rechargeable led flashlight powered by magnets housed in the obligatory mints container.
By: MrMunki

Continue Reading »]]> technology Fri, 18 Mar 2011 19:30:43 PDT Shake-it-like-a-Tic-Tac! http://www.instructables.com/id/Singing-PumpkinsParallel-Port-Relay-Box/
Singing Pumpkins/Parallel Port Relay Box - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FVK/4W4B/FMZAD9LA/FVK4W4BFMZAD9LA.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FVK/4W4B/FMZAD9LA/FVK4W4BFMZAD9LA.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FVK/4W4B/FMZAD9LA/FVK4W4BFMZAD9LA.SMALL.jpg ET9IMRDFMZAFKC3 waltbosz This Instructable will show you how to build a parallel port relay box that will be used to drive a singing pumpkin Halloween rig. The singing pumpkin rig is basically a synchronized light and music show that is supposed to look like you have a choir of singing pumpkins. I didn't invent the rig. Th...
By: waltbosz

Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 27 Mar 2011 18:30:43 PDT Singing-PumpkinsParallel-Port-Relay-Box http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Christmas-Lights-Set-To-Music-Choreographed-/
DIY Christmas Lights Set To Music - Choreographed House Lights - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FJW/7AX8/FQ6DXHJF/FJW7AX8FQ6DXHJF.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FJW/7AX8/FQ6DXHJF/FJW7AX8FQ6DXHJF.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FJW/7AX8/FQ6DXHJF/FJW7AX8FQ6DXHJF.SMALL.jpg ELWTTEZFQ6DXHIY prabbit22m DIY Christmas Lights Set To Music - Choreographed House Lights This is NOT a beginner DIY. You will need a firm grasp on electronics, circuity, BASIC programming and general smarts about electrical safety. This DIY is for an experienced person so I will not go into detail about how to solder or h...
By: prabbit22m

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Mar 2011 13:01:01 PDT DIY-Christmas-Lights-Set-To-Music-Choreographed- http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Flavored-Marshmallows/
Homemade Flavored Marshmallows - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FIH/4JGF/FNNKD8WP/FIH4JGFFNNKD8WP.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FIH/4JGF/FNNKD8WP/FIH4JGFFNNKD8WP.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FIH/4JGF/FNNKD8WP/FIH4JGFFNNKD8WP.SMALL.jpg EBBU9FIFNNK6UR0 cainunable Ah, the lowly marshmallow. What fond memories these gooey little clouds of sugar bring us. Whether it be roasting them on an open camp fire, squeezing them in s'mores, or sipping them down with a cup of hot chocolate, these simple little treats remind many of us of happy times. But why should we rel...
By: cainunable

Continue Reading »]]> food Fri, 25 Mar 2011 12:00:20 PDT Homemade-Flavored-Marshmallows http://www.instructables.com/id/Encode-data-in-2D-on-your-T-shirts-business-cards/
Encode data in 2D on your T-shirts, business cards and stickers ! - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FJX/VK2H/FBHXCXR2/FJXVK2HFBHXCXR2.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FJX/VK2H/FBHXCXR2/FJXVK2HFBHXCXR2.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FJX/VK2H/FBHXCXR2/FJXVK2HFBHXCXR2.SMALL.jpg EA9TPD8FBHXCXR4 5Volt QR code (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/QR_Code) is a 2D bar code used to encode fair amount of data in a sort of 2D bar code. This code can then be read by cell phones or barcode readers. My choice is for QR Code as it is one of the most used and a simple encoder / decoder for PC and mobile phones is...
By: 5Volt

Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 20 Mar 2011 07:00:42 PDT Encode-data-in-2D-on-your-T-shirts-business-cards http://www.instructables.com/id/Mug-Brownie/
Mug Brownie - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FIU/MSN6/FNZA8P8L/FIUMSN6FNZA8P8L.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FIU/MSN6/FNZA8P8L/FIUMSN6FNZA8P8L.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FIU/MSN6/FNZA8P8L/FIUMSN6FNZA8P8L.SMALL.jpg EGYHV5KFNZAEQ63 Spastic By now I'm sure everyone and their grandmother has seen the Dizzy Dee microwave chocolate cake in a mug. However, whenever I've made it, I've found it to be somewhat gelatinous and, quite frankly, not really chocolatey. In its stead, here's a brownie recipe that I've been using for a while and with ...
By: Spastic

Continue Reading »]]> food Sat, 19 Mar 2011 10:30:45 PDT Mug-Brownie http://www.instructables.com/id/great-looking-inexpensive-computer-desk/
great looking, inexpensive computer desk - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FMU/26IO/FOHU3ADV/FMU26IOFOHU3ADV.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FMU/26IO/FOHU3ADV/FMU26IOFOHU3ADV.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FMU/26IO/FOHU3ADV/FMU26IOFOHU3ADV.SMALL.jpg ETMK1D0FOHU3ABK nickfarnell When looking for a computer desk for my home office, I couldn't find anything that was reasonably priced and met my needs. All of the nicer desks I was looking at were at least $1200 or more and weren't exactly what I was looking for. I also didn't see a lot of instructables for desks, so I decided ...
By: nickfarnell

Continue Reading »]]> workshop Fri, 19 Oct 2012 08:30:01 PDT great-looking-inexpensive-computer-desk http://www.instructables.com/id/Hidden-USB-Storage/
Hidden USB Storage - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FPC/1BVJ/FJD5CJ6E/FPC1BVJFJD5CJ6E.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FPC/1BVJ/FJD5CJ6E/FPC1BVJFJD5CJ6E.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FPC/1BVJ/FJD5CJ6E/FPC1BVJFJD5CJ6E.SMALL.jpg E1U2LDLFJD5CJ7L stonehenge360 If you're like me, you may or may not have secret files plotting world domination and other devious deeds. These files obviously need to be hidden from the prying eyes of sisters, FBI agents, grandparents, etc. We are going to convert a phone jack in the wall into a secret USB memory device.Note: ...
By: stonehenge360

Continue Reading »]]> technology Thu, 17 Mar 2011 23:30:45 PDT Hidden-USB-Storage http://www.instructables.com/id/ChapStick-LED-Flashlight/
ChapStick LED Flashlight - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FRF/3OPZ/FJ4VI9PK/FRF3OPZFJ4VI9PK.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FRF/3OPZ/FJ4VI9PK/FRF3OPZFJ4VI9PK.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FRF/3OPZ/FJ4VI9PK/FRF3OPZFJ4VI9PK.SMALL.jpg E5NY43HFJ4VI9RG BCat This is an instructable on how to make a flashlight out of a ChapStick tube. After reading up on multiple LED instructables I thought it would be neat to make an original design that had not been done before. Since button cell batteries can be expensive, I went with an A23 (12V) battery that cost ...
By: BCat

Continue Reading »]]> technology Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:36 PDT ChapStick-LED-Flashlight http://www.instructables.com/id/Practical-LED-Lighting-for-Fun-and-Profit/
Practical LED Lighting for Fun and Profit - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FG8/C3X7/FEC1PS0U/FG8C3X7FEC1PS0U.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FG8/C3X7/FEC1PS0U/FG8C3X7FEC1PS0U.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FG8/C3X7/FEC1PS0U/FG8C3X7FEC1PS0U.SMALL.jpg EPLLSAIFEC1PS0W jmengel LEDs have finally begun to surpass compact fluorescents (CFLs) in effeciency (lumens per watt) signaling the perfect time to move beyond crappy LED throwie projects to real, practical LED home lighting. This instructable presents a method to make an LED replacement for the low voltage halogen bulb ...
By: jmengel

Continue Reading »]]> technology Fri, 18 Mar 2011 01:30:50 PDT Practical-LED-Lighting-for-Fun-and-Profit http://www.instructables.com/id/NEON-FLOOR-LAMP/
FLUORESCENT FLOOR LAMP - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FGL/MKRK/F1Y7H134/FGLMKRKF1Y7H134.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FGL/MKRK/F1Y7H134/FGLMKRKF1Y7H134.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FGL/MKRK/F1Y7H134/FGLMKRKF1Y7H134.SMALL.jpg EP9H74WF1U9XTWW opendesignclub This instructable will show you how to make a cheap but stylish floor lamp out of 3 fluorescent standart lights you can buy in any do-it-yourself-store.by: www.opendesignclub.com (thats me!)
By: opendesignclub

Continue Reading »]]> workshop Fri, 18 Mar 2011 08:31:09 PDT NEON-FLOOR-LAMP http://www.instructables.com/id/Mad-Scientists-Light/
Mad Scientists Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FR3/B3MF/TWZEP27WB6C/FR3B3MFTWZEP27WB6C.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FR3/B3MF/TWZEP27WB6C/FR3B3MFTWZEP27WB6C.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FR3/B3MF/TWZEP27WB6C/FR3B3MFTWZEP27WB6C.SMALL.jpg EECBH5S42FEP2870OC tim-1138 A Maker friendly version of the Tube Lamp by Nik Willmore. a captivating Light source suitable for normal usage and able to be dimmed down like a nice relaxing night light
By: tim-1138

Continue Reading »]]> technology Mon, 21 Mar 2011 15:31:19 PDT Mad-Scientists-Light