http://www.instructables.com Tue, 29 May 2012 07:27:01 UTC BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/community/Bacon-an-rocketry-in-perfect-harmony/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2N/K79K/H2MYK3IB/F2NK79KH2MYK3IB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2N/K79K/H2MYK3IB/F2NK79KH2MYK3IB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2N/K79K/H2MYK3IB/F2NK79KH2MYK3IB.SMALL.jpg Kiteman Watch this. Love this. Now. (Caution, some naughty words, so turn the volume down if you're at work.  If you're at school, wait until you get home to watch it.) I saw this originally on Rather Good. Beware, that link is definitely not safe for work. But, then, as I was posting the above vi...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 May 2012 11:15:37 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Vancouver-Mini-Maker-Faire-2012/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Z/3WM8/H1ZG8KMV/F6Z3WM8H1ZG8KMV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Z/3WM8/H1ZG8KMV/F6Z3WM8H1ZG8KMV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Z/3WM8/H1ZG8KMV/F6Z3WM8H1ZG8KMV.SMALL.jpg mikeasaurus Amazing Metro Vancouver makers blew the top off last years' inaugural Vancouver Mini Maker Faire, so this year it's moved to a larger facility at the PNE Fairgrounds! There's still room to attend as a maker, head over to the site and register. If you just wish to attend the Faire runs June 23-24th, ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 May 2012 19:22:21 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Rebuilding-NordicTrack-ski-machine-drive-rollers/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN5/QBET/H2CE71F6/FN5QBETH2CE71F6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN5/QBET/H2CE71F6/FN5QBETH2CE71F6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN5/QBET/H2CE71F6/FN5QBETH2CE71F6.SMALL.jpg Phil B I know NordicTrack ski machines have largely been replaced by elliptical machines, but the ski machines are still very good for a great upper and lower body exercise regimen. I have talked to people who say they just plain wore out a ski machine. The part that wears is the one-way clutch inside the ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 Feb 2012 05:43:51 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Looking-for-New-Zealand-based-Instructables-author/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif ewilhelm I will be presenting via teleconference at FAB8: The Eighth International Fab Lab Forum and Symposium on Digital Fabrication in Wellington, New Zealand on 2012-08-27.  I'm looking for some local authors to join me, and help speak about Instructables.   If you will be in Wellington and can attend, p...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 May 2012 20:36:00 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Earn-Cash-For-Your-Electronics-Designs/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif stoib Some exciting news for electronics designers --Jameco Electronics is introducing Club Jameco at this weekend’s Maker Faire in San Mateo, a new program where electronics designers can earn cash for their electronics designs. It starts with a Project Brief where designers describe the electronics pro...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 17 May 2012 23:02:33 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Never-Swerve-When-Driving-the-Bus/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif ewilhelm Here's an interview with Autodesk's CEO, Carl Bass, that hits many of the reasons why I'm still fired up to do the stuff we're doing on Instructables and in Autodesk.  There are frustrations and challenges being in a big company, but the positive impact we can have on the world is undeniably larger....
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 16 May 2012 23:58:15 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Call-to-makers-Brighton-Mini-Maker-Faire/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGI/00C4/H21CGJR6/FGI00C4H21CGJR6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGI/00C4/H21CGJR6/FGI00C4H21CGJR6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGI/00C4/H21CGJR6/FGI00C4H21CGJR6.SMALL.jpg LStacey Hi All, Thought this might be of interest to those of you in the UK... particularly those in the south east. Brighton Mini Maker Faire is approaching and the call for makers has gone out: http://www.makerfairebrighton.com/call-to-makers-2012/ If you're a maker and you're interested in doing your ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 16 May 2012 08:43:31 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Milk-Crates-not-as-green-as-you-think/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHJ/YWKY/H1YOL4QR/FHJYWKYH1YOL4QR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHJ/YWKY/H1YOL4QR/FHJYWKYH1YOL4QR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHJ/YWKY/H1YOL4QR/FHJYWKYH1YOL4QR.SMALL.jpg supersoftdrink I know milk crates are a really sturdy container and popular for a lot of "green" projects. The problem is that they're stolen.  They belong to the dairy whose name is printed on the sides.  Dairies reuse these crates.  They don't discard them, contrary to popular belief. Reusing them would be gr...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 May 2012 04:00:04 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/TEDxBaghdad-Iraq-violence-dust-storms-and-ope/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAG/TJAE/H1JUH4K4/FAGTJAEH1JUH4K4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAG/TJAE/H1JUH4K4/FAGTJAEH1JUH4K4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAG/TJAE/H1JUH4K4/FAGTJAEH1JUH4K4.SMALL.jpg lamedust Baghdad Iraq. It was once the jewel of the Muslim empire and epicenter of knowledge in the Eastern world. Now it is best known for corrupt governance, bombings, and dust storms. It was also my parents’ home. After visiting once in 1991 as a child the few memories I have of Iraq seemed to be shoutin...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 May 2012 21:39:55 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/UK-Mini-Maker-Faire-The-Derby-Silk-Mill/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/5V7X/H1YOAZSF/FJD5V7XH1YOAZSF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/5V7X/H1YOAZSF/FJD5V7XH1YOAZSF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/5V7X/H1YOAZSF/FJD5V7XH1YOAZSF.SMALL.jpg phenoptix Seems that the folks at Nottingham Hackspace (Nottinghack) and some new folks called Derby Makers are putting on a Mini Maker Faire bang in the middle of the UK, on Sunday the 3rd of June. We've just put up some cash to help things along and will be attending. Who's with us? The Mini Maker will be...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 12:23:34 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Free-Copy-of-Autodesk-Sketchbook-Pro-2011/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif WYE_Lance It's gone! I decided to give it to CaptainMunz. Sketchbook Pro is designed to be used with a graphics tablet, like a Wacom Bamboo, so I think he'll get the best use out of it. Congrats! Original post: I received a free copy of Sketchbook Pro from the Instructables HQ for being the top author, but I...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 03:57:53 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Take-a-Photo-Get-a-patch/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4R/Q3M7/H1JUIIPI/F4RQ3M7H1JUIIPI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4R/Q3M7/H1JUIIPI/F4RQ3M7H1JUIIPI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4R/Q3M7/H1JUIIPI/F4RQ3M7H1JUIIPI.SMALL.jpg gmjhowe Hello Everyone. Some of you know me too well, some of you new people may have no idea who I am. After some time away from instructables for various reasons (partly because I have been helping with my local Hackspace in Nottingham) I am back with a vengeance. One of things I would like to start up ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 May 2012 10:25:28 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Will-you-be-Exhibiting-at-Maker-Faire/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3B/QVFA/H1JUEAYH/F3BQVFAH1JUEAYH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3B/QVFA/H1JUEAYH/F3BQVFAH1JUEAYH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3B/QVFA/H1JUEAYH/F3BQVFAH1JUEAYH.SMALL.gif kazmataz Will you have your own booth at this year's Maker Faire in San Mateo? Let us know in the comments below, and share a little about your booth and what projects you'll be showing off. Can't wait to see you there!
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Apr 2012 21:00:21 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Join-Instructables-events-mailing-list/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDH/XNA8/H1HMDOSG/FDHXNA8H1HMDOSG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDH/XNA8/H1HMDOSG/FDHXNA8H1HMDOSG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDH/XNA8/H1HMDOSG/FDHXNA8H1HMDOSG.SMALL.jpg kazmataz Do you live in the San Francisco Bay Area? Do you want to be in-the-know about all the fun events Instructables is throwing? Simply fill out this form with your contact info, and we'll add you to the mailing list! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dFI4RWptd0paOFM2dklrdnVjblptMEE6...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:09:46 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Make-it-Real-Free-3D-Printing-Giveaway/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8U/P714/H19RV9HU/F8UP714H19RV9HU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8U/P714/H19RV9HU/F8UP714H19RV9HU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8U/P714/H19RV9HU/F8UP714H19RV9HU.SMALL.jpg randofo DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND, THE 50 PRINT GIVEAWAY IS BEING RENEWED THROUGH MAY 28TH! Instructables is giving away FREE 3D prints to the first 50 projects to enter the Make It Real Challenge this week that get featured on the site! Simply enter your project into the contest, and if it gets featured,...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 23 Apr 2012 18:27:35 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Leaving-China-and-Taking-a-Part-With-Me/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDR/GZFR/H19RV8VL/FDRGZFRH19RV8VL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDR/GZFR/H19RV8VL/FDRGZFRH19RV8VL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDR/GZFR/H19RV8VL/FDRGZFRH19RV8VL.SMALL.jpg lamedust My time was short, it seems my time is always short. Groggily I was pulled from bed the day after the Maker Faire. Spending the night at Eric's place was so wonderful, it was my first nights sleep since leaving America a few days earlier. We loaded Eric Pans car with gear and headed out to pick up a...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:38:59 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Make-it-Real-Challenge-Deadline-Extended/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/IOCX/H191QT8E/FSCIOCXH191QT8E.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/IOCX/H191QT8E/FSCIOCXH191QT8E.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/IOCX/H191QT8E/FSCIOCXH191QT8E.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick Some of you may have noticed that the Make it Real end date has changed.  We have extended the deadline to give you more time to get your awesome projects up on the site and entered into the contest! The new deadline is June 4, 2012. You can check out the details of the contest here.
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 20 Apr 2012 18:44:20 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Space-Shuttle-Discovery-on-a-747/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3K/PIWC/H173JMAY/F3KPIWCH173JMAY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3K/PIWC/H173JMAY/F3KPIWCH173JMAY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3K/PIWC/H173JMAY/F3KPIWCH173JMAY.SMALL.jpg JamesRPatrick Filmed this on Tuesday.
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 19 Apr 2012 15:21:52 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/need-help-identifying-a-plant/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPF/MUQF/H15N8ZVX/FPFMUQFH15N8ZVX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPF/MUQF/H15N8ZVX/FPFMUQFH15N8ZVX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPF/MUQF/H15N8ZVX/FPFMUQFH15N8ZVX.SMALL.jpg fidgety2 my mother recently received a plant that she could not identify if anyone can help out in finding out what kind of plant this is  thank you, fidgety 2
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 18 Apr 2012 22:37:37 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Update-on-International-Entries-in-Instructables-C/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif ewilhelm Currently, we can only accept entries from the US, UK, Australia, Belgium, Canada (excluding Quebec), China, and Netherlands in our contests and challenges. Here's why, and what we're doing to expand. (EDIT: while we're working on expanding the country list, here's our stop-gap program to reward gr...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 16 Aug 2011 20:32:48 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Hassle-Free-Airline-Travel-with-DIY-Electronics/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI4/471D/H15NI8EF/FI4471DH15NI8EF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI4/471D/H15NI8EF/FI4471DH15NI8EF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI4/471D/H15NI8EF/FI4471DH15NI8EF.SMALL.jpg Jayefuu Steve Hoefer, or Grathio on Instructables, recently published a very interesting article on his website regarding the perils of airport security faced by educators, hackers and entrepreneurs travelling with prototype or DIY electronics and the interest shown by airport security in light of concern o...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:29:05 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Custom-furnishings-and-home-items-for-people-that-/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif sann6 My mother has recently developed a kidney issue which causes a severe level of pain whenever she tries to bend over.  We basically need some ideas on re-outfitting the house with better possibilities so she can easily get to her household items without too much discomfort.  She is a stubborn one, an...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 Apr 2012 18:18:49 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Hawaii-Geek-Meet-2012/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7G/OKIZ/H0OJ10PY/F7GOKIZH0OJ10PY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7G/OKIZ/H0OJ10PY/F7GOKIZH0OJ10PY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7G/OKIZ/H0OJ10PY/F7GOKIZH0OJ10PY.SMALL.jpg CrLz Calling all makers in Hawaii! The 5th Annual Hawaii Geek Meet will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 15, 2012 at Magic Island (Picnic Area #40). Bring your family, your friends, and your toys. Bring some food and an appetite for good grinds and great conversation. The Hawaii Geek M...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 Apr 2012 07:40:37 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Photos-from-this-years-NRW-2012-Robot-Block-Party/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS9/9U47/H0OJ2ZOK/FS99U47H0OJ2ZOK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS9/9U47/H0OJ2ZOK/FS99U47H0OJ2ZOK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS9/9U47/H0OJ2ZOK/FS99U47H0OJ2ZOK.SMALL.jpg audreyobscura Everyone had a robo-tastic time at the Robot Block Party for National Robotics Week at the Autodesk Gallery! On Monday, April 9, the Instructables crew invited the community to check out robot demos, workshops, and enjoy home-made liquid nitrogen ice cream! Here are some images of the party - Than...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 11 Apr 2012 06:47:24 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Conference-on-World-Affairs-at-University-of-Bould/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/8N7A/H0OJ1027/FZM8N7AH0OJ1027.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/8N7A/H0OJ1027/FZM8N7AH0OJ1027.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/8N7A/H0OJ1027/FZM8N7AH0OJ1027.SMALL.jpg ewilhelm I'm speaking at the Conference on World Affairs at the University of Boulder this week in Boulder, CO.  The conference is free and open to the public, so if you are nearby I encourage you to attend.   I'll be speaking on the following panels.  Let me know if you can make it to any of these -- I lov...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 Apr 2012 03:48:04 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Jayefuu-as-Instructables-Artist-in-Residence/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT2/F7V9/H006ACX4/FT2F7V9H006ACX4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT2/F7V9/H006ACX4/FT2F7V9H006ACX4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT2/F7V9/H006ACX4/FT2F7V9H006ACX4.SMALL.jpg Jayefuu Thursday saw the end of two of the most fun filled months of my life. Since the beginning of February I've been an artist in residence at Instructables' office in San Francisco. First impressions? The office was unlike any I'd ever visited or heard of. An open plan 2nd floor office above a deli and...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 6 Apr 2012 17:03:45 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/How-Instructables-Hooked-Me-Up/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/CV27/H0KL7L4G/F76CV27H0KL7L4G.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/CV27/H0KL7L4G/F76CV27H0KL7L4G.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/CV27/H0KL7L4G/F76CV27H0KL7L4G.SMALL.jpg kazmataz Has posting a project on Instructables and being a member of our community helped you nail an interview / get your dream job / propose to your partner /  get an A on a school project / muster up the courage to ask someone out?? We want to hear your stories! Please share them below
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 4 Apr 2012 18:16:20 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/A-few-questions-for-recumbent-bicycle-makers/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif TheMadScientist Okay, as the title says, i've got a few questions for anyone who's made a proper recumbent bicycle. First: in the way of moving the handlebars back, how do you attach a bicycle chain sprocket to the top of a fork tube? is it welded? or is it a special type of sprocket with a sort of crankshaft keyw...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Apr 2012 17:37:06 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/2-x-Pro-Year-Membership-Giveaway/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI7/COQJ/H0FLIOZZ/FI7COQJH0FLIOZZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI7/COQJ/H0FLIOZZ/FI7COQJH0FLIOZZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI7/COQJ/H0FLIOZZ/FI7COQJH0FLIOZZ.SMALL.gif Hiyadudez WINNERS: 1. Dr. Richtofen - Reason: I think his reasons for wanting the Pro membership were very thoughtful and kind. I agree with his reasons why he deserves it and I think I do myself. SO yeah, congrats Dr. Richtofen, I'll be PMing you with the membership code. 2. ~KGB~ - Reason: I believe the f...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 30 Mar 2012 23:25:36 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Get-well-soon-sistergldnhair/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7W/7I1T/H0A00HCZ/F7W7I1TH0A00HCZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7W/7I1T/H0A00HCZ/F7W7I1TH0A00HCZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7W/7I1T/H0A00HCZ/F7W7I1TH0A00HCZ.SMALL.jpg kazmataz After reading a very touching series of forum posts from sistergldnhair's friends and family, we were sorry to hear that this young author had to undergo some brain surgery. The procedure was successful, and we here at the Instructables HQ wanted to send our well wishes with a few gifts and a signed...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 29 Mar 2012 22:57:24 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/LED-Challenge-Open/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX9/KMXT/H0C6MHIY/FX9KMXTH0C6MHIY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX9/KMXT/H0C6MHIY/FX9KMXTH0C6MHIY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX9/KMXT/H0C6MHIY/FX9KMXTH0C6MHIY.SMALL.jpg Bot1398 Fed up of not able to enter the contests as international entries are not accepted?Here's your chance to enter a contest.I have decided to host a mini-contest.Enter and show your creativity and win a chance to go PRO. Project Requirements: Entered projects must meet or exceed these requirements: ~...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 29 Mar 2012 17:50:00 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Radio-Story-on-Tim-Anderson/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5C/M7U6/H0AR6HJI/F5CM7U6H0AR6HJI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5C/M7U6/H0AR6HJI/F5CM7U6H0AR6HJI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5C/M7U6/H0AR6HJI/F5CM7U6H0AR6HJI.SMALL.jpg kazmataz Long-time friend of Instructables Tim Anderson was recently profiled on radio station KALW. Didn't catch the show? No worries, you can listen to his interview here: http://www.kalw.org/post/tim-anderson-bay-area-diy-superhero  
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 27 Mar 2012 17:48:12 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/SleekSmallWooden-Corner-Wall-Shelf/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP8/UFCD/H05Y7VX0/FP8UFCDH05Y7VX0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP8/UFCD/H05Y7VX0/FP8UFCDH05Y7VX0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP8/UFCD/H05Y7VX0/FP8UFCDH05Y7VX0.SMALL.jpg TheGlowingCurve Hi there!  I am no woodworker, but I do enjoy a DIY project here and there.  I am wondering how hard it would be to make this corner shelf?  It looks incredible, simple, sleek, and perfect for storing computer software and the like.  I don't understand why they are selling it for 90 euros (120 USD)....
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Mar 2012 21:51:51 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Help-for-completion-of-Knee-Walker-Project-/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Y/0CUR/H01NGH4Z/F7Y0CURH01NGH4Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Y/0CUR/H01NGH4Z/F7Y0CURH01NGH4Z.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Y/0CUR/H01NGH4Z/F7Y0CURH01NGH4Z.SMALL.jpg hele Hi Everyone I have a problem with a project I started to overcome my unique disability , this project was to basically install low powered electric motor on a kneewalker so I could get assistance / go off-road , yet still use it manually if need be i.e. to get some exercise or more importantly if ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 22 Mar 2012 14:27:38 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Bricks-by-the-Bay-2012/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F18/D4MR/H01N5W1T/F18D4MRH01N5W1T.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F18/D4MR/H01N5W1T/F18D4MRH01N5W1T.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F18/D4MR/H01N5W1T/F18D4MRH01N5W1T.SMALL.jpg mikeasaurus LEGO!   This past weekend was Bricks by the Bay 2012, where amateur and professional LEGO builders of all ages from around the San Francisco Bay Area meetup to share amazing LEGO projects. The event was broken down into themed areas like: town and city, robots, fantasy, and space. There were sc...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 21 Mar 2012 18:58:45 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Mini-Maker-Faire-in-Lubbock-TX-April-28-2012/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif CatTrampoline Yee-Haw!!  For all you Makers out there who are stuck in the midwest and cannot travel to one of the big Maker Faires this year, there is a one-day event in Lubbock, TX on Saturday April 28, 2012.  Wear your robot -shirts and a broad-brimmed hat.  See y'all there!  http://lubbockmakerfaire.com/abou...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 1 Mar 2012 18:10:04 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Memorize/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif Andersen1975 Hi Sorry for the bad English, hope you understand what I'm after. I've been searching the site for a kit that memorizes. Lets say you got 12 different buttons and 3 tactical buttons, when I push First Tactical for, lets say 3 sec. it goes into "write" mode, and now I make a combination of pushes ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Mar 2012 23:03:37 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/My-project-in-Popular-Science-magazine/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F14/EBNG/GX5XKLKR/F14EBNGGX5XKLKR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F14/EBNG/GX5XKLKR/F14EBNGGX5XKLKR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F14/EBNG/GX5XKLKR/F14EBNGGX5XKLKR.SMALL.jpg seamster My Bungee Bazooka along with crreed's Grappling Hook Launcher were noticed by the folks at Popular Science magazine, and they published snippets about both projects in the March 2012 issue (page 66). Here they are at popsci.com. I thought this was awesome!
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Mar 2012 00:29:36 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/New-in-the-store-Great-stuff-from-Mrballeng/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/TFMJ/GZL3EWWI/FODTFMJGZL3EWWI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/TFMJ/GZL3EWWI/FODTFMJGZL3EWWI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/TFMJ/GZL3EWWI/FODTFMJGZL3EWWI.SMALL.jpg fungus amungus Author Mrballeng has been making some great Instructables here that cover jewelry, photography, and even making a pen out of a bullet. We're now honored to be offering a few items from him in the Instructables Store! As of now we are selling the Refillable Rifle Shell Pen, 50 Cal Bottle Opener, and...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 9 Mar 2012 22:27:02 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Internet-Treasure-Hunt/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ0/FUQ9/GZACIVHK/FQ0FUQ9GZACIVHK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ0/FUQ9/GZACIVHK/FQ0FUQ9GZACIVHK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ0/FUQ9/GZACIVHK/FQ0FUQ9GZACIVHK.SMALL.jpg patriots8888 So…I had a idea. I've decided to create an internet treasure hunt. Here's how it works. I will give you a clue to begin with. If you solve that clue, PM the answer. You then will recieve another clue. WARNING this will be tricky and will require smart minds and solving skills. There are around 10 cl...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 3 Mar 2012 21:01:07 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Dedicated-cable-release-cord-for-iPhone-camera/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/RA1I/GZ6I5IH5/FWZRA1IGZ6I5IH5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/RA1I/GZ6I5IH5/FWZRA1IGZ6I5IH5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/RA1I/GZ6I5IH5/FWZRA1IGZ6I5IH5.SMALL.jpg bobzjr How could I make a dedicated cable release cord for the iPhone?  I have looked and looked for this end product - but cannot find it anywhere... Knowing that we can use the volume up button on headphones for the iPhone/Touch to snap pictures, how could we make a cord that is dedicated to this functi...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 1 Mar 2012 14:00:52 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/audio-light-frequency-matched-color-organ/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif H.Q. Tinwhistle Hi there, this is my first time to the forum! I've been doing some searching, as I would like to build a colour organ but further differentiate b/w audio frequencies and the circuit they trigger. Bascially, I would like to take an audio signal (preferably from a mic) and use it to trigger lights ba...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 29 Feb 2012 01:25:43 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/NRW-2012-Robot-Block-Party/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F69/60GN/FAQEDMCI/F6960GNFAQEDMCI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F69/60GN/FAQEDMCI/F6960GNFAQEDMCI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F69/60GN/FAQEDMCI/F6960GNFAQEDMCI.SMALL.jpg canida This year for National Robotics Week, we're hosting a Robot Block Party! Who: Robot fans of all ages! When: Monday, April 9, from 4-7pm Where: Autodesk Gallery, 2nd Floor, 1 Market St. SF, CA What: Robots!  Robot kits!  Robot builders!  Robot-themed activities!  More ROBOTS! We'll also serve pizz...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 Feb 2012 21:40:30 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Makers-Wanted/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/AX4D/GYKVXID9/FMJAX4DGYKVXID9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/AX4D/GYKVXID9/FMJAX4DGYKVXID9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/AX4D/GYKVXID9/FMJAX4DGYKVXID9.SMALL.jpg Proper J Proper Television is looking for Makers to star in a new TV series. If selected for the show, you will enter a series of build competitions, including making things such as: -Modifying a lawnmower into a 70mph drag racer -Designing catapults to hurl pumpkins across football fields -Constructing Ru...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 Feb 2012 19:04:08 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Roger-Boisjoly-dies-at-73-engineer-tried-to-halt-/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSH/ZHV9/GYDLTT1S/FSHZHV9GYDLTT1S.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSH/ZHV9/GYDLTT1S/FSHZHV9GYDLTT1S.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSH/ZHV9/GYDLTT1S/FSHZHV9GYDLTT1S.SMALL.jpg steveastrouk The death of an Engineer of the highest calibre. http://www.latimes.com/news/obituaries/la-me-roger-boisjoly-20120207,0,2248999.story
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 Feb 2012 17:29:56 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Follow-up-on-the-Arduino-Jam-Belgium/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUF/K2H1/GXA6SNND/FUFK2H1GXA6SNND.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUF/K2H1/GXA6SNND/FUFK2H1GXA6SNND.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUF/K2H1/GXA6SNND/FUFK2H1GXA6SNND.SMALL.jpg cinezaster Arduino Jam was an 48 hour event held at the timelab in Ghent, Belgium. 18 jammers started friday the 3th of february with a brainstorm session. The only restriction they had is that the projects needed to be powered by Arduino. 7 projects emerged from their brains. They teamed up and started on the...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Feb 2012 18:04:10 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/I-need-some-help-with-paper-mache-angry-birds-for-/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif notalis1970 For my daughter's b-day I want to make an Angry Bird game out of small pinatas. I've never actually played the game myself (prob the only person in the world who hasn't) because I don't hove time. But I thought it would be fun if I could make small birds and pigs out of paper maché, about 7 inches i...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 Feb 2012 17:58:20 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/A-new-shirt/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F54/FLI9/GY4RFZZ6/F54FLI9GY4RFZZ6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F54/FLI9/GY4RFZZ6/F54FLI9GY4RFZZ6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F54/FLI9/GY4RFZZ6/F54FLI9GY4RFZZ6.SMALL.jpg fungus amungus After years of just the Robot being the only Instructables shirt, we decided to make a small batch of a new design. It's simple and straightforward and, for me at least, sums up the experience of sharing project ideas. Right now they're only available in the store here. If people like them we may ma...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 4 Feb 2012 22:25:27 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Wanna-know-what-Im-doing-with-the-laser-cutter/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSL/LFY3/GY4RTYJW/FSLLFY3GY4RTYJW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSL/LFY3/GY4RTYJW/FSLLFY3GY4RTYJW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSL/LFY3/GY4RTYJW/FSLLFY3GY4RTYJW.SMALL.jpg mJusticz Hello all! I'm using that laser cutter I won from the Epilog contest a ton.. It's allowed me to start my first kickstarter project, the Chomp, an open-source and open-hardware MIDI controller.  Of course, it uses a laser-cut acrylic enclosure. It's 100% Arduino compatible, incredibly fast, comes w...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 Feb 2012 02:19:44 UTC http://www.instructables.com/community/Instructables-User-Survey/ /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif randofo Hey Everybody, Some friends of ours over at MIT have some questions about your participation on Instructables. Help them out by taking this short survey: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dGdiOGdvZldTSjNzZk9VZGVNNVlpbGc6MA#gid=0 Thanks!
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