http://www.instructables.com Member Feed Tue, 21 May 2013 16:34:10 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-build-in-desk-sockets/
DIY build-in desk sockets - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FVW/CJSY/HCB8TAUX/FVWCJSYHCB8TAUX.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FVW/CJSY/HCB8TAUX/FVWCJSYHCB8TAUX.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FVW/CJSY/HCB8TAUX/FVWCJSYHCB8TAUX.SMALL.jpg EBNABC2HCB8KSH7 RubenRosseel A while ago I got an old desk from my grandpa. It was really filthy so I decided to sandpaper it, but when I was done I wasn't quit happy. I wanted to pimp or modernize it so I choose to build-in some sockets for my laptop or iPod, but when I didn't need them it had to be possible to hide them. When...
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Continue Reading »]]> workshop Tue, 29 Jan 2013 02:37:01 PST DIY-build-in-desk-sockets http://www.instructables.com/id/Ikea-Hack-Murphy-Bed-with-Sliding-Doors/
Ikea Hack - Murphy Bed with Sliding Doors - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FFH/EC6N/HD4VMDX5/FFHEC6NHD4VMDX5.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FFH/EC6N/HD4VMDX5/FFHEC6NHD4VMDX5.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FFH/EC6N/HD4VMDX5/FFHEC6NHD4VMDX5.SMALL.jpg E1PONJVHCJNW9V9 newfangled We have a spare bedroom that is long, but also fairly narrow.  With a queen bed there wasn't much space for anything else, but we wanted to make the room more multi-functional.  The obvious solution was a murphy bed. We spoke to some of the local suppliers, and for a basic murphy bed and cabinet wi...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 1 Mar 2013 11:00:04 PST Ikea-Hack-Murphy-Bed-with-Sliding-Doors http://www.instructables.com/id/Hack-a-Solar-Yard-Light-into-a-Creepy-Skull-Yard-L/
Hack a Solar Yard Light into a Creepy Skull Yard Light for around $10 - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/F4E/XJ7Z/GU7FXVAX/F4EXJ7ZGU7FXVAX.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/F4E/XJ7Z/GU7FXVAX/F4EXJ7ZGU7FXVAX.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/F4E/XJ7Z/GU7FXVAX/F4EXJ7ZGU7FXVAX.SMALL.jpg E1X548AGU7FXVB5 gkmerkel This is an extremely easy hack.  We will disassemble a solar yard light and hack it into a styrofoam skull that will give off an eerie eye shine at night. Check out the next page for the list of materials.
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Continue Reading »]]> living Thu, 6 Sep 2012 08:30:03 PDT Hack-a-Solar-Yard-Light-into-a-Creepy-Skull-Yard-L http://www.instructables.com/id/Teardrop-Trailer/
Teardrop Trailer - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FZU/IBQW/H27LRHVM/FZUIBQWH27LRHVM.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FZU/IBQW/H27LRHVM/FZUIBQWH27LRHVM.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FZU/IBQW/H27LRHVM/FZUIBQWH27LRHVM.SMALL.jpg EDT6R7CH1YOIES4 e1ioan Please visit my website for all the steps of this project: http://www.teardropdiy.com    Each step is one day. First of all, my day job is software programmer. This is my first build. I have basic knowledge of wood working and I have some tools. The build is going to take a while ...
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Continue Reading »]]> outside Tue, 30 Oct 2012 17:00:02 PDT Teardrop-Trailer http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Stand-Up-Paddeboard-Paddle/
Build a Stand-Up Paddeboard Paddle - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FL0/1P7T/FRXWGSJ8/FL01P7TFRXWGSJ8.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FL0/1P7T/FRXWGSJ8/FL01P7TFRXWGSJ8.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FL0/1P7T/FRXWGSJ8/FL01P7TFRXWGSJ8.SMALL.jpg EZTJET1FRD80HDJ barking_spider This epoxy/wood paddle features a 10 degree bent shaft, just like the spiffy store-bought ones. Because of the setting times of the epoxy coating, it will probably take a week of evenings plus a Saturday afternoon or so to complete. If you're unfamiliar with fiberglassing, this is a great project to...
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Continue Reading »]]> outside Wed, 1 Jun 2011 22:30:06 PDT Build-a-Stand-Up-Paddeboard-Paddle http://www.instructables.com/id/KidWash%3a-PVC-Sprinkler-Water-Toy/
KidWash: PVC Sprinkler Water Toy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F6J/8L81/DS3EQZJHZJJ/F6J8L81DS3EQZJHZJJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F6J/8L81/DS3EQZJHZJJ/F6J8L81DS3EQZJHZJJ.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F6J/8L81/DS3EQZJHZJJ/F6J8L81DS3EQZJHZJJ.SMALL.jpg EC39O5AFWGEQZJHZJ3 discontinuity Make a fun summer sprinkler toy from PVC to help the kids beat the heat. total cost: $9.51 total time: about 1 hour
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Continue Reading »]]> living Fri, 18 Mar 2011 21:00:56 PDT KidWash%3a-PVC-Sprinkler-Water-Toy http://www.instructables.com/id/Extended-Stroller-Handles/
Extended Stroller Handles - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FL5/BM9G/GOCNPMGX/FL5BM9GGOCNPMGX.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FL5/BM9G/GOCNPMGX/FL5BM9GGOCNPMGX.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FL5/BM9G/GOCNPMGX/FL5BM9GGOCNPMGX.SMALL.jpg EUMWZGPGO8DCHJI neuropol Umbrella type strollers are great for traveling.  They take up little space, and can quickly be setup and collapsed.  The downside is that if you are of above average height, even just a little, they are a pain to use.  Either you walk like a hunchback, or you constantly kick the wheels and activate...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Wed, 1 Jun 2011 02:37:04 PDT Extended-Stroller-Handles http://www.instructables.com/id/Double-Bunk-Speaking-Tube/ /files/deriv/FJI/CV1J/GWINSGLT/FJICV1JGWINSGLT.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FJI/CV1J/GWINSGLT/FJICV1JGWINSGLT.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FJI/CV1J/GWINSGLT/FJICV1JGWINSGLT.SMALL.jpg ED6O5BAGWIDZ5Y3 cammers Remember how awkward it is trying to communicate with your double-bunk-mate without waking the rest of the house? The one on top usually hanging precariously over the side. The one on the bottom kicking the mattress above to get the other's attention. Poor sleep-over communications can seriously imp...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Mon, 26 Dec 2011 20:00:11 PST Double-Bunk-Speaking-Tube http://www.instructables.com/id/Coat-Hooks-from-Cheap-Spoons/
Coat Hooks from Cheap Spoons - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FNT/BHA9/GXUZ0C8I/FNTBHA9GXUZ0C8I.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FNT/BHA9/GXUZ0C8I/FNTBHA9GXUZ0C8I.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FNT/BHA9/GXUZ0C8I/FNTBHA9GXUZ0C8I.SMALL.jpg EG4B0L2GXUZ0C98 cammers Some time ago went shopping to buy some coat hooks. I was appalled by the cost of them so decided to make my own. It occurred to me that cheap stainless steel cutlery might just do the trick. My idea worked quite well I think. And with some more thought and care I believe they could be made to look...
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Continue Reading »]]> workshop Fri, 27 Jan 2012 02:37:02 PST Coat-Hooks-from-Cheap-Spoons http://www.instructables.com/id/Lack-SideTable-mod/
LACK SideTable mod - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FQA/HV52/GXMS6AP2/FQAHV52GXMS6AP2.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FQA/HV52/GXMS6AP2/FQAHV52GXMS6AP2.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FQA/HV52/GXMS6AP2/FQAHV52GXMS6AP2.SMALL.jpg EFAEDMOGXL5Y1OO ChrysN This started out as an idea to turn an Ikea LACK Side table into a planter. But once I cut a hole in my LACK I realized there are a whole bunch of other things I could do with it.   The best thing is that if you get bored with the way it looks you can change it up to match your mood or the seasons.
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Continue Reading »]]> workshop Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:30:04 PST Lack-SideTable-mod http://www.instructables.com/id/LEGO-9V-Flashlight/
The Most Basic LEGO 9V Flashlight. - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FLE/RWAF/GO14CNEJ/FLERWAFGO14CNEJ.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FLE/RWAF/GO14CNEJ/FLERWAFGO14CNEJ.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FLE/RWAF/GO14CNEJ/FLERWAFGO14CNEJ.SMALL.jpg EY7WKP6GO14M253 infob There are lots of 9V flashlights instructables. Mine only takes advantage of the perfect fit of 5mm LEDs in the holes of the pieces of the classic brick of LEGO and the fine and "I paid for it" look of the brick. Also thanks for the ones explaining how to reuse the connectors of exhausted 9V batter...
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Continue Reading »]]> play Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:30:02 PST LEGO-9V-Flashlight http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-functional-childrens-coloring-table/
How to make a functional children's coloring table - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FHC/2FC3/GI0TDVIK/FHC2FC3GI0TDVIK.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FHC/2FC3/GI0TDVIK/FHC2FC3GI0TDVIK.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FHC/2FC3/GI0TDVIK/FHC2FC3GI0TDVIK.SMALL.jpg EG35I3MGI0TDVF8 BADMANU We have a two years old daughter, and she loves to draw. We found it hard not just to clean up the pieces of paper after her, but also to keep her involved in drawing without getting frustrated every time the paper slips away, or the crayons fall off the table. Children's  tables can run up to $500 ...
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Continue Reading »]]> living Sun, 27 Mar 2011 19:30:07 PDT How-to-make-a-functional-childrens-coloring-table http://www.instructables.com/id/Adapting-a-Telephone-Handset-to-a-Cell-Phone/
Adapting a Telephone Handset to a Cell Phone - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FZV/GXEZ/FZWXOTDV/FZVGXEZFZWXOTDV.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FZV/GXEZ/FZWXOTDV/FZVGXEZFZWXOTDV.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FZV/GXEZ/FZWXOTDV/FZVGXEZFZWXOTDV.SMALL.jpg EZ76VEDFZQ1FUJ3 mouse.reeve By Bill Reeve (billreeve@yahoo.com) Adapted for instructables by Mouse (mouse.reeve@gmail.com) Disclaimer: The procedure described here may not work for you - that's a risk you have to take. If it doesn't work, or if you break something, it's not my fault - it's part of the adventure's risk. I assu...
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Continue Reading »]]> technology Wed, 14 Sep 2011 11:30:03 PDT Adapting-a-Telephone-Handset-to-a-Cell-Phone http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Better-Altoids-Smalls-LED-Flashlight/
A Better Altoids Smalls LED Flashlight - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FS9/PSTM/GJ27ZCA5/FS9PSTMGJ27ZCA5.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FS9/PSTM/GJ27ZCA5/FS9PSTMGJ27ZCA5.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FS9/PSTM/GJ27ZCA5/FS9PSTMGJ27ZCA5.SMALL.jpg EBIKZ0DGJ27ZCA2 JoshuaZimmerman I really love making projects out of Altoids.  Especially the new Altoids Smalls tins.  They're so small and so very very cute. I've seen a couple of Instructables on how to turn these small tins into flashlights, but I think that we can do a better job.  Both in appearance and craftsmanship. This...
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Continue Reading »]]> technology Thu, 14 Apr 2011 16:30:09 PDT A-Better-Altoids-Smalls-LED-Flashlight http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Powered-Street-Address/
Solar Powered Street Address - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FN1/4HVN/GH8AGII9/FN14HVNGH8AGII9.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FN1/4HVN/GH8AGII9/FN14HVNGH8AGII9.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FN1/4HVN/GH8AGII9/FN14HVNGH8AGII9.SMALL.jpg EJRHUM4GH8AGI77 jgroenert Parties are fun in the winter but in Minnesota dark falls before the guests arrive.  I have gone to friends houses and the only clue that i am at the right address is the porch light is on. I wanted to make it easier for my friends to identify my house. My hundred and thirty year old home does not h...
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