http://www.instructables.com Tue, 29 May 2012 08:26:20 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Wooden-mice-by-AlestRukov/
Wooden mice by AlestRukov - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU5/9OH1/H2MYK5O0/FU59OH1H2MYK5O0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU5/9OH1/H2MYK5O0/FU59OH1H2MYK5O0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU5/9OH1/H2MYK5O0/FU59OH1H2MYK5O0.SMALL.jpg AlestRukov You need CAD software, a CNC milling machine (you can rent time on it), a lot of spare time and even more persistence. I don’t like plastic. Instead, I like nature and that’s why I have developed and now produce wooden mice. They are beautiful, pleasant to hold in your hand and make your hand less ...
By: AlestRukov

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 May 2012 12:39:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/GoPro-Pan-N-Tilt-RC/
GoPro Pan-N-Tilt RC - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/3CY6/H28RRV3J/F4J3CY6H28RRV3J.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/3CY6/H28RRV3J/F4J3CY6H28RRV3J.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/3CY6/H28RRV3J/F4J3CY6H28RRV3J.SMALL.jpg Wallaby13 First off:  1) This is my first instructable so if i leave something out just ask. 2) I suck at spelling and grammar. 3) Im going to assume that you kinda know how to use tools, and a measuring devise. 4) If I jump around some its because this is just what was done, the order in witch it is done doe...
By: Wallaby13

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 28 May 2012 16:13:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Free-form-curved-furniture-without-molds-Part-1/
Free-form curved furniture without molds / Part 1 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5V/IBFZ/H2MYJY3F/F5VIBFZH2MYJY3F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5V/IBFZ/H2MYJY3F/F5VIBFZH2MYJY3F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5V/IBFZ/H2MYJY3F/F5VIBFZH2MYJY3F.SMALL.jpg pseaton Ever heard of Zipshape? It's a technique developed by Schindler Salmeron which lets you to draw a free-form profile curve for (say) a piece of furniture, and then cut a series of teeth into two sheets of thick material like MDF. Those custom-cut teeth are very specifically shaped and matched to...
By: pseaton

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 May 2012 19:20:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Inflatable-Bed-to-Stand-Up-Paddle-Board-Pump-Adapt/
Inflatable Bed to Stand-Up Paddle Board Pump Adapter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/NQAT/H2MYJRBN/F4CNQATH2MYJRBN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/NQAT/H2MYJRBN/F4CNQATH2MYJRBN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/NQAT/H2MYJRBN/F4CNQATH2MYJRBN.SMALL.jpg ewilhelm Across Tomales Bay in Point Reyes National park are some of my favorite campsites, which can only be reached by boat.  On our most recent trip, my wife, Christy, was concerned about sleeping comfortably on just a sleeping pad due to a rib injury and being many months pregnant.  Since we either sail ...
By: ewilhelm

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 May 2012 13:22:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Spools-of-Thread-Cake-Pops/
Spools of Thread Cake Pops - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/VCPG/H2MYIO4R/FB2VCPGH2MYIO4R.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/VCPG/H2MYIO4R/FB2VCPGH2MYIO4R.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/VCPG/H2MYIO4R/FB2VCPGH2MYIO4R.SMALL.jpg 6bittersweets I made these chocolate cookies and cream (Oreo) cake pops to look like spools of thread for a Vintage Sewing-Themed Kids Birthday Party. You can see photos of the party HERE and find many more recipes, photos, and tutorials on my blog, 6 Bittersweets. Makes about 20 to 23 lollipops XIAOLU'S NO...
By: 6bittersweets

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 May 2012 21:50:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Govnot-An-attempt-to-turn-an-old-frame-into/
The Gov'not - An attempt to turn an old frame into a copy of a vintage path racer - Pashley Gov'nor- for Ã�£50. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/OEK7/H2MYKANQ/F6POEK7H2MYKANQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/OEK7/H2MYKANQ/F6POEK7H2MYKANQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/OEK7/H2MYKANQ/F6POEK7H2MYKANQ.SMALL.jpg FriendOfHumanity This is the Pashley Gov'nor . . . it is simply beautiful . . . sit and stare at it for a while, it will make you feel nice . . .                http://www.pashley.co.uk/products/guvnor.html It is based on the model made by Pashley in the 1930s but is equipped with modern components, (either sing...
By: FriendOfHumanity

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 28 May 2012 11:02:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Introduction-30/
Scanning Film Negatives with a DSLR - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU8/UBLA/H2MYIPUB/FU8UBLAH2MYIPUB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU8/UBLA/H2MYIPUB/FU8UBLAH2MYIPUB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU8/UBLA/H2MYIPUB/FU8UBLAH2MYIPUB.SMALL.jpg pauloricca Well, lets just say I've gotten better at this over the last couple of years. The left image was one of the first I've "scanned" with my DSLR, and the one on the right I've just rescanned using the techniques described below (higher resolution available here). Right now I can get higher resolution a...
By: pauloricca

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 May 2012 18:04:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cover-your-worn-bicycle-saddle-with-real-leather/
Cover your worn bicycle saddle with real leather - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNK/CVX5/FAKWQ9O2/FNKCVX5FAKWQ9O2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNK/CVX5/FAKWQ9O2/FNKCVX5FAKWQ9O2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNK/CVX5/FAKWQ9O2/FNKCVX5FAKWQ9O2.SMALL.jpg thearchitect Right, I found this stray bike to fix myself this cheap recycled bike to get around (another instructable topic). It had a decent Selle Italia saddle on it, however the vinyl cover on it was completely shot. Fortunately the foam was intact and in good shape. So I decided to refinish the saddle with ...
By: thearchitect

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 27 Dec 2007 13:14:31 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Backyard-planter-and-seating/
Backyard planter and seating - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/45DI/H21CGMKK/FMJ45DIH21CGMKK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/45DI/H21CGMKK/FMJ45DIH21CGMKK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/45DI/H21CGMKK/FMJ45DIH21CGMKK.SMALL.jpg solmstea I got a new house with a teeny tiny backyard (roughly 15 x 10) that ends at someone else's side wall. When you look out the dining room window, all you see is brick. So I thought it would be nice to make some planters in which to grow climbing green things (so far, got cucumber, tomato, and various ...
By: solmstea

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 May 2012 19:21:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Layered-Paper/
3D Layered Paper - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR1/5BPD/H2MYHG9L/FR15BPDH2MYHG9L.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR1/5BPD/H2MYHG9L/FR15BPDH2MYHG9L.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR1/5BPD/H2MYHG9L/FR15BPDH2MYHG9L.SMALL.jpg hannaoh This is a simple 3D layered paper project that anyone can do from home. The paper sculpture is simply several layers of cutout paper that enhances and defines the image, making the 2D paper look as though it is 3D. It does take REALLY long to complete but once it is done, it looks beautiful. Hope th...
By: hannaoh

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 May 2012 03:14:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Decoy-Gift-Wrapping/
Decoy Gift Wrapping - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1C/Z0KY/GWF613IC/F1CZ0KYGWF613IC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1C/Z0KY/GWF613IC/F1CZ0KYGWF613IC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1C/Z0KY/GWF613IC/F1CZ0KYGWF613IC.SMALL.jpg gogglecrab The holiday season is here and Christmas is just around the corner, Which got me thinking... wouldn't a Christmas or a birthday gift be more of a surprise if the person was expecting the expected and received the unexpected? (try saying that 3 times fast!) And that's when I came up with the Decoy gi...
By: gogglecrab

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 23 Dec 2011 16:24:51 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-toggling-bed/
How to make a toggling bed - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWS/EXWW/H27LRTA5/FWSEXWWH27LRTA5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWS/EXWW/H27LRTA5/FWSEXWWH27LRTA5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWS/EXWW/H27LRTA5/FWSEXWWH27LRTA5.SMALL.jpg flavien008 I needed a bed I can toggle to open the door of the balcony. the rotation is manual, and it's made by a 6mm metal screw. you can see the real result. for the one likes virtual result, you can open the google.SketchUp file with the real measures. enjoy PS: ...
By: flavien008

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 May 2012 13:11:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Anti-Cat-Poop-Garden/
Anti-Cat Poop Garden - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD4/O7HQ/FVW22FDL/FD4O7HQFVW22FDL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD4/O7HQ/FVW22FDL/FD4O7HQFVW22FDL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD4/O7HQ/FVW22FDL/FD4O7HQFVW22FDL.SMALL.jpg damoelld I Like Cats and I Like Gardens!But....I HATE Cat Poop!I have tried everything to deter the furry little beasts from using my garden as a dumping ground (pardon the pun). I have found a non-toxic, animal friendly, long lasting and inexpensive way to discourage the furry felines from leaving their not...
By: damoelld

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2009 19:59:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Turn-a-pencil-drawing-into-a-capacitive-sensor-for/
Turn a pencil drawing into a capacitive sensor for Arduino - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3T/9NT5/H2MYJXGQ/F3T9NT5H2MYJXGQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3T/9NT5/H2MYJXGQ/F3T9NT5H2MYJXGQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3T/9NT5/H2MYJXGQ/F3T9NT5H2MYJXGQ.SMALL.jpg alan.chatham Did you know?  You can make pencil drawings reactive to touch for use with your projects!  It's really easy, and gives you a lot of flexibility in making interfaces for whatever microcontroller project you're making.  I put this together as part of my UnoJoy project, where we're using the Arduino as...
By: alan.chatham

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 May 2012 02:19:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Custom-Watch/
How to Fabricate a Custom Watch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/5FC0/H1YONL7G/FUN5FC0H1YONL7G.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/5FC0/H1YONL7G/FUN5FC0H1YONL7G.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/5FC0/H1YONL7G/FUN5FC0H1YONL7G.SMALL.jpg williamyang87 This instructable will describe the process of making a custom watch. Overview: Watch Case - design 3D computer model - print plastic model via 3D printer - cast metal model of watch case via lost wax method - additional assembly Watch Face - design watch face - hand craft work - install pre-made m...
By: williamyang87

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 May 2012 18:34:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-CNC-Machine/
Simple CNC Machine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV7/XB81/GYVDJ2KA/FV7XB81GYVDJ2KA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV7/XB81/GYVDJ2KA/FV7XB81GYVDJ2KA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV7/XB81/GYVDJ2KA/FV7XB81GYVDJ2KA.SMALL.jpg hackitbuildit What I'm going to try and show you in this instructable is how to build a simple CNC machine. Now when I say Simple I mean you only require basic tools & materials to build the machine. The machine is made out of Sawn Timber, drawer sliders, nema 17 Stepper motors, a TB6560 Driver Controller Board...
By: hackitbuildit

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Feb 2012 13:51:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/My-First-Synth/
My First Synth - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX1/RM1P/GY4ROTNU/FX1RM1PGY4ROTNU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX1/RM1P/GY4ROTNU/FX1RM1PGY4ROTNU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX1/RM1P/GY4ROTNU/FX1RM1PGY4ROTNU.SMALL.jpg randofo The kid synth came about as I sat hunched over a tangled mess of synthesizer wires. My friend Oliver came over, assessed the situation, and said, "You know you have succeeded in making the world's most complicated children's toy." While my initial reaction was to grunt at him, and shoo him away, I l...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 May 2012 15:43:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/CNC-Scissor-Chair-Plywood/
CNC Scissor Chair (Plywood) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBY/8Y8N/H2MYJRNH/FBY8Y8NH2MYJRNH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBY/8Y8N/H2MYJRNH/FBY8Y8NH2MYJRNH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBY/8Y8N/H2MYJRNH/FBY8Y8NH2MYJRNH.SMALL.jpg pseaton CNC + plywood = furniture. Search instructables and you'll come up with over 47,000 results for "CNC furniture." But for the great majority of CNC machines -- the 2-1/2 axis CNC routers that can move only in X, Y, and Z (no tilting or rotating controllers) -- a very specific condition has come to be...
By: pseaton

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 May 2012 11:38:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hoffman-Apparatus-for-pure-hydrogen-gas/
Hoffman Apparatus for pure hydrogen gas - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFG/UJZ9/H2MYHA5I/FFGUJZ9H2MYHA5I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFG/UJZ9/H2MYHA5I/FFGUJZ9H2MYHA5I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFG/UJZ9/H2MYHA5I/FFGUJZ9H2MYHA5I.SMALL.jpg squiggy2 I’m sick of hydrocarbons. There are way better gasses out there that do the same job. Did you know – the original engine by Rudolf Diesel was made to run on peanut oil, and the original T-model Ford was designed for ethanol fuel? Anyway, enough of that. Before I can think about alternative automobil...
By: squiggy2

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 May 2012 06:30:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-get-rid-of-Razor-Burn-quick/
How to get rid of 'Razor Burn' quick - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F05/F1RB/FQR1NYBU/F05F1RBFQR1NYBU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F05/F1RB/FQR1NYBU/F05F1RBFQR1NYBU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F05/F1RB/FQR1NYBU/F05F1RBFQR1NYBU.SMALL.jpg JenniesHelp Tired of having that ugly 'Razor Burn' on maybe your... Women: Legs Stomach Arms Armpits "Private" Area(s) (Ladies, you just don't like all that hair, or for your partner) Men: Legs (Self concious/Gay/Sport) Arms (Self concious/Gay/Sport) Armpits (Self concious/Sport/Gay) Face Neck "Private" Area(...
By: JenniesHelp

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 4 Feb 2009 19:36:05 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/JUST-IN-CASE/
JUST IN CASE / END OF THE WORLD GIFT - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7D/M6PL/H2MYJQUK/F7DM6PLH2MYJQUK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7D/M6PL/H2MYJQUK/F7DM6PLH2MYJQUK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7D/M6PL/H2MYJQUK/F7DM6PLH2MYJQUK.SMALL.jpg menosunocerouno End-of-the-world survival kit, crafted and designed by MENOSUNOCEROUNO. Concept Product Design — Not for sale (designed for fun and friends) If the world ends this year, we better be happily ready. Expecting a beautiful chaos, MENOSUNOCEROUNO created JUST IN CASE ®, the perfect brand for the end o...
By: menosunocerouno

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 May 2012 14:53:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Q-Pick-Blowgun/
The Q-Pick Blowgun - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4Z/U9FW/H27LSKCZ/F4ZU9FWH27LSKCZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4Z/U9FW/H27LSKCZ/F4ZU9FWH27LSKCZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4Z/U9FW/H27LSKCZ/F4ZU9FWH27LSKCZ.SMALL.jpg trans4mation If you're like me, you always love making little gadgets and stuff out of trash or stuff around the house. Here is the Q-Pick Blowgun instructions! Strike fear into the hearts of your foe! Dont let it's size fool you, this blowgun can pierce cardboard and is made out of stuff you should find around ...
By: trans4mation

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 May 2012 15:48:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-%2420-ice-pack-for-%242/
How to make a $20 ice pack for $2 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCO/GA7L/F5FEQ1JX/FCOGA7LF5FEQ1JX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCO/GA7L/F5FEQ1JX/FCOGA7LF5FEQ1JX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCO/GA7L/F5FEQ1JX/FCOGA7LF5FEQ1JX.SMALL.jpg royalestel Recently I needed a gel ice pack to soothe sore muscles. When I found them at Wal-mart, I was offended by their high price. I thought to myself "there's got to be a cheap way to make one myself." And there is. Gather supplies: 1 disposable diaper (any body with little kids has one of these on ...
By: royalestel

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 Aug 2007 17:25:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Delicious-BBQ-Fall-Off-the-Bone-Beef-Ribs/
Delicious BBQ: Fall Off the Bone Beef Ribs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/G7S8/FI9N7V40/FOUG7S8FI9N7V40.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/G7S8/FI9N7V40/FOUG7S8FI9N7V40.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/G7S8/FI9N7V40/FOUG7S8FI9N7V40.SMALL.jpg Mr. Rig It Hello and Welcome Thank you for taking the time to read my Instructable. I will finally reveal my secret to my Fall Off the Bone Ribs. It is a long process time wise but they are so good. I am originally from Missouri which is famous for BBQ, I have adapted my original style of Missouri style BBQ ...
By: Mr. Rig It

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 6 Jul 2008 23:49:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/iPhone-box-Dice-Tower/
iPhone box Dice Tower - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1E/PR91/H1ZG80Z0/F1EPR91H1ZG80Z0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1E/PR91/H1ZG80Z0/F1EPR91H1ZG80Z0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1E/PR91/H1ZG80Z0/F1EPR91H1ZG80Z0.SMALL.jpg bishless Play board/miniature games and need a nice, portable dice tower? No? Ok, have a spare iPhone box laying around? Perfect, let's give that empty white cardboard shell a new purpose in life. You will need You'll need the following materials: * iPhone box w/ plastic 'phone tray' * Foamcore, cardboa...
By: bishless

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 May 2012 22:35:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-the-Perfect-Mojito/
How to Make the Perfect Mojito! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYG/28GE/FUI0OWBO/FYG28GEFUI0OWBO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYG/28GE/FUI0OWBO/FYG28GEFUI0OWBO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYG/28GE/FUI0OWBO/FYG28GEFUI0OWBO.SMALL.jpg tschock With summer just around the corner, what could be more perfect than a refreshing beverage on a hot summer night...or day for that matter. Whether you're having a barbecue or are just hanging out with friends, a mojito serves as the perfect drink to quench anyone's thirst. Here you will learn how to ...
By: tschock

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 May 2009 21:15:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hand-Held-Ballista/
Hand Held Ballista - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUF/1QHC/H27LSJ7C/FUF1QHCH27LSJ7C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUF/1QHC/H27LSJ7C/FUF1QHCH27LSJ7C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUF/1QHC/H27LSJ7C/FUF1QHCH27LSJ7C.SMALL.jpg sphsengineering We are building a Torsion powered bow (Ballista) for our siege engine project. It is set up as a bullet crossbow, with the option of firing bolts with the use of a removable track. Our plan is to build it to fit within the specifications of our 18x18x18 size limit out of wood and string or modern el...
By: sphsengineering

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 May 2012 14:30:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Very-Unique-Folding-Chair/
A Very Unique Folding Chair - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN7/S044/H27LSNUC/FN7S044H27LSNUC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN7/S044/H27LSNUC/FN7S044H27LSNUC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN7/S044/H27LSNUC/FN7S044H27LSNUC.SMALL.jpg GRitter This chair design came to me after a failed attempt at re-creating a chair I had seen by Architectural Designer Robert van Embricqs. It was a very beautiful and stunning piece, but seemed to expensive to do it just the way he had. So I set out to make a less expensive version of his chair and it loo...
By: GRitter

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 May 2012 21:03:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Mechanical-Hand/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/TB4V/H29XSPNU/FR0TB4VH29XSPNU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/TB4V/H29XSPNU/FR0TB4VH29XSPNU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/TB4V/H29XSPNU/FR0TB4VH29XSPNU.SMALL.jpg vandalex Tools used: Drill/Driver, several different types of plyers, dremel tool (mostly for precision cutting the metal scraps used for the frame), hot glue gun, small screw drivers Main ingredient found at home depot: spring loaded toggle bolts(3 different sizes).  I used 14 of these total, to form the f...
By: vandalex

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 May 2012 01:30:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rainbow-Swirl-Cake/
Rainbow Swirl Cake - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOE/ZOKB/H2BMO56S/FOEZOKBH2BMO56S.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOE/ZOKB/H2BMO56S/FOEZOKBH2BMO56S.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOE/ZOKB/H2BMO56S/FOEZOKBH2BMO56S.SMALL.jpg inkatrinaskitchen This cake is easy to make and fun to eat- perfect for birthdays or any colorful celebration. Frosted simply with white butterceram and decorated with rainbow non pereils your guests will have no idea what is in store for them when they cut into this cake. Ingredients: • yellow or white cake batter,...
By: inkatrinaskitchen

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 May 2012 13:09:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Laptop/
Steampunk Laptop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPJ/AIDN/H18FTHG1/FPJAIDNH18FTHG1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPJ/AIDN/H18FTHG1/FPJAIDNH18FTHG1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPJ/AIDN/H18FTHG1/FPJAIDNH18FTHG1.SMALL.jpg Admiral Aaron Ravensdale Hi all, Today I will present you my newest Steampunk-Design Workshop creation. Here you can read something about how i got the idea to built my first Steampunk Laptop. Because my pictures are soo poor... I deside to take a video in HD, you will enjoy it!!! Depend on the diversity of the ...
By: Admiral Aaron Ravensdale

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 May 2012 01:58:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Single-wheel-bike-trailer/
Single wheel bike trailer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/LYU7/H1YOAOET/FAOLYU7H1YOAOET.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/LYU7/H1YOAOET/FAOLYU7H1YOAOET.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/LYU7/H1YOAOET/FAOLYU7H1YOAOET.SMALL.jpg tom31200 At the beginning of the spring season, while sun begins to shine in South of France, I decided to build my own bike trailer. I read many trailer comparatives in order to find the best solution corresponding to my needs. I intend to have a trip along Canal du Midi during the summer for at least 3 day...
By: tom31200

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 May 2012 04:44:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/16-Bit-Penny-Arcade-Figurines/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Y/CPMX/H1YOB29E/F0YCPMXH1YOB29E.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Y/CPMX/H1YOB29E/F0YCPMXH1YOB29E.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Y/CPMX/H1YOB29E/F0YCPMXH1YOB29E.SMALL.jpg StumpChunkman I'm very excited about Penny Arcade's On The Rain-slick Precipice of Darkness Three, and when I offered to make Penny Arcade some 3D prints of anything they might want, they just happened to have 16-bit modeled versions of Gabe and Tycho ready. I'm not sure what process Penny-Arcade used to create ...
By: StumpChunkman

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 May 2012 21:01:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Combo-Miter-Saw-Station-Lumber-Rack/
Combo Miter Saw Station Lumber Rack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKZ/VSLO/GZUAFA6F/FKZVSLOGZUAFA6F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKZ/VSLO/GZUAFA6F/FKZVSLOGZUAFA6F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKZ/VSLO/GZUAFA6F/FKZVSLOGZUAFA6F.SMALL.jpg noahw This miter saw station does double duty as a lumber storage rack with room for long boards underneath and 4' x 8' sheet goods in the back.  I looked around for a long time online for plans for something like this and all I was able to come up with was a hand drawn sketch in an old Fine Woodworking m...
By: noahw

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 May 2012 11:17:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-your-own-custom-Arduino-compatible/
Make your own custom Arduino compatible - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F83/25QP/H1YOKY3N/F8325QPH1YOKY3N.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F83/25QP/H1YOKY3N/F8325QPH1YOKY3N.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F83/25QP/H1YOKY3N/F8325QPH1YOKY3N.SMALL.jpg dustinandrews I love Ardunio. I love the things that people make with them and I love to make my own. Last August I published an Instructable on how to make your own postage stamp sized Arduino compatible. This Instructable will show you how to to make a rugged, versatile Ardunio compatible with basic components ...
By: dustinandrews

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 May 2012 08:11:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/soldering-gun/
soldering gun - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHY/GSZ7/H1ZG740O/FHYGSZ7H1ZG740O.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHY/GSZ7/H1ZG740O/FHYGSZ7H1ZG740O.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHY/GSZ7/H1ZG740O/FHYGSZ7H1ZG740O.SMALL.jpg mikeasaurus A soldering gun is a pistol-shaped soldering tool, named for their rough appearance to a firearm. Why settle for an approximation when you can have a real soldering gun?! Bring this little baby to bear on your next PCB. Point, pull, and let the heater rip. It's not so far fetched: A steady hand, a ...
By: mikeasaurus

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 May 2012 14:16:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-a-Macro-Lens/
How To Make a Macro Lens - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F43/360N/FYTD4UF4/F43360NFYTD4UF4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F43/360N/FYTD4UF4/F43360NFYTD4UF4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F43/360N/FYTD4UF4/F43360NFYTD4UF4.SMALL.jpg Emsaid In this instructable I'll show you how to make a Macro lens. Macro lens's are used to take close up pictures of stuff. Most cameras (like mine) can't take a clear picture if the object is to close, this lens will help when taking really close up pictures. This is great for taking pictures for an ins...
By: Emsaid

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 Sep 2009 17:39:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Capacitive-Stylus/
DIY Capacitive Stylus - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLG/TS6K/H1YOL7O8/FLGTS6KH1YOL7O8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLG/TS6K/H1YOL7O8/FLGTS6KH1YOL7O8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLG/TS6K/H1YOL7O8/FLGTS6KH1YOL7O8.SMALL.jpg DIYHacksAndHowTos Most smart phones and tablets have capacitive touch screens. This is an impressive bit of technology that lets you interact directly with the screen using only your finger. But there is one problem with this kind of interface, messy finger foods. Nobody wants streaks of food all over their sc...
By: DIYHacksAndHowTos

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 17 May 2012 06:04:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Very-Cheap-Very-Easy-Storage-Chest-Ottoman/
Very Cheap, Very Easy Storage Chest (Ottoman) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/EJ33/H1ZG7FBA/FC6EJ33H1ZG7FBA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/EJ33/H1ZG7FBA/FC6EJ33H1ZG7FBA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/EJ33/H1ZG7FBA/FC6EJ33H1ZG7FBA.SMALL.jpg thebunnykingofnowhere I live in a small flat and I needed a place to store my girlfriends ever growing collection of clothes and fabric. The only space left in the flat was at the end of the bed and behind the front door. All the ready made storage chests were a bit to deep and not long enough for this space so I decided...
By: thebunnykingofnowhere

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 17 May 2012 14:02:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Visual-rain-sensor/
Visual rain sensor - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXC/EXGP/H2BMNYHK/FXCEXGPH2BMNYHK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXC/EXGP/H2BMNYHK/FXCEXGPH2BMNYHK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXC/EXGP/H2BMNYHK/FXCEXGPH2BMNYHK.SMALL.jpg frapedia An other rain sensor, it consists of the typical rain sensor with the line shaped PCB where the rain falls, a microphone per-amplifier, an amplifier, a VU meter and a power supply to drive all the above. The idea is simple, lets say you have no access to weather conditions but you want to know i...
By: frapedia

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 May 2012 19:01:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Medieval-Hand-Cannon/
Medieval Hand Cannon - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXK/Y55X/H1Y04OS9/FXKY55XH1Y04OS9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXK/Y55X/H1Y04OS9/FXKY55XH1Y04OS9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXK/Y55X/H1Y04OS9/FXKY55XH1Y04OS9.SMALL.jpg jeanluc83 This is a replica of a hand cannon, also known as a handgonne, that would have been used in 14th century Europe. It is a very easy and quick project if you have access to a lathe. Total time for the project was about 6 hours not including design and the cost was about $30. Materials:   1.5” dia. x...
By: jeanluc83

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 May 2012 19:41:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cake-Fries/
Cake Fries - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWY/UPYT/H27LSJLU/FWYUPYTH27LSJLU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWY/UPYT/H27LSJLU/FWYUPYTH27LSJLU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWY/UPYT/H27LSJLU/FWYUPYTH27LSJLU.SMALL.jpg lmnopeas What's better than a nice hot and crispy french fry? Uhh, nothing, but these faux french fries made from pound cake are pretty darn tasty! With summer right around the corner, these dessert fries are the perfect addition to any bbq or summer bash. They are served with a faux Raspberry Ketchup for yo...
By: lmnopeas

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 22 May 2012 20:11:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bowser-Costume/
Bowser Costume - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/3HHH/H1ZG7FXD/FCP3HHHH1ZG7FXD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/3HHH/H1ZG7FXD/FCP3HHHH1ZG7FXD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/3HHH/H1ZG7FXD/FCP3HHHH1ZG7FXD.SMALL.jpg CassiniCloset Hello there! Bowser was my first choice to put up on instructables.com because it’s one I can easily access photos and video right  now and I tend to get the most questions on. Though I’ve learned to improve many mistakes form a previous suit, this one was challenging, fun and well liked by many f...
By: CassiniCloset

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 22 May 2012 16:10:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Movable-Toy-Fish/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS4/3IF7/H21CGM5Z/FS43IF7H21CGM5Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS4/3IF7/H21CGM5Z/FS43IF7H21CGM5Z.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS4/3IF7/H21CGM5Z/FS43IF7H21CGM5Z.SMALL.jpg estherkrupp08 This work is a movable fish pieced together with layers of plywood. Everything was done by hand with a bandsaw including the geared mechanisms. The fish can be taken apart to showcase the mechanism that moves the fins and tail, and can easily put back together. The body of the fish is held together ...
By: estherkrupp08

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 May 2012 13:40:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-Face-Sculpture/
Mini Face Sculpture - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOE/R8Y8/H27LSJHY/FOER8Y8H27LSJHY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOE/R8Y8/H27LSJHY/FOER8Y8H27LSJHY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOE/R8Y8/H27LSJHY/FOER8Y8H27LSJHY.SMALL.jpg randofo Inspired by the Foil Bust of designer Dominic Wilcox, I set out to create an aluminum replica of my face. To change things up a little, I decided to do it at 1/4 and 1/8 scale. This required use of all kinds of state of the art technology... and aluminum foil. Don't be daunted by the seeming complex...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 May 2012 11:25:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sound-reactive-21-audio-amplifier-flashy-ipod-do/
Sound reactive 2.1 audio amplifier (flashy ipod dock) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTM/TAF2/H2CE6L4U/FTMTAF2H2CE6L4U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTM/TAF2/H2CE6L4U/FTMTAF2H2CE6L4U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTM/TAF2/H2CE6L4U/FTMTAF2H2CE6L4U.SMALL.jpg woody2k This is my version of the LED boxs that i have seen on this site. This formed the final part of my degree course as a trainee Secondary Design Technology Teacher. Its pretty simple. I took the flashing circuit for an led box and built it into a ready made 2.1 system, then made a new housing for it....
By: woody2k

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 May 2012 09:11:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Indoor-Seed-Starting-System/
DIY Indoor Seed Starting System - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKP/SN3B/H1YONJLN/FKPSN3BH1YONJLN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKP/SN3B/H1YONJLN/FKPSN3BH1YONJLN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKP/SN3B/H1YONJLN/FKPSN3BH1YONJLN.SMALL.jpg fozzy13 I have for a long time wanted to try my hand at growing something.  I think it's awesome to be able to grow food oneself, instead of buying it from large-scale farms, after it's been processed and shipped thousands of miles.  For this reason, I decided this spring to attempt to grow some crops of my...
By: fozzy13

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 May 2012 21:00:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Custom-records-for-a-70s-toy-record-player/
Custom records for a 70's toy record player - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN4/ZKYD/H267LBHZ/FN4ZKYDH267LBHZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN4/ZKYD/H267LBHZ/FN4ZKYDH267LBHZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN4/ZKYD/H267LBHZ/FN4ZKYDH267LBHZ.SMALL.jpg fred27 I recently stumbled across and old toy record player made by Fisher Price in the 1970s. I'm sure many of you will recognise this iconic toy and some of the older Instructables visitors may well have had one. As with many 40-year old toys, it was in a bit of a sad state and a couple of the records ha...
By: fred27

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 May 2012 11:30:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-your-own-superhero/
Build your own superhero - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXT/8LBA/H0OJ1BXI/FXT8LBAH0OJ1BXI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXT/8LBA/H0OJ1BXI/FXT8LBAH0OJ1BXI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXT/8LBA/H0OJ1BXI/FXT8LBAH0OJ1BXI.SMALL.jpg snowgrains One of my favorite films is the 1991 movie titled "The Rocketeer."  Seeing the hero arc across the sky wearing a rocket pack just makes me wish for the day that such things really exist.  Until then, perhaps the next best thing is to create my own life-size superhero to inspire my creative efforts. ...
By: snowgrains

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 May 2012 14:30:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/RFID-Controlled-Car-Trunk/
RFID Controlled Car Trunk - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAS/XN8N/H2CE6VY5/FASXN8NH2CE6VY5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAS/XN8N/H2CE6VY5/FASXN8NH2CE6VY5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAS/XN8N/H2CE6VY5/FASXN8NH2CE6VY5.SMALL.jpg duke2luke Projected Achievement: One will be able to walk up to the trunk of the car, touch their hip (which contains their wallet which contains an RFID card) to a specified point, causing the trunk to pop open. It will employ radio frequency identification to sense the human subject, a servo to pull the cor...
By: duke2luke

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