Instructables: exploring - BE428C8A3A071029AC23001143E7E506 - craft - green http://www.instructables.com Thu, 20 Jun 2013 05:24:26 PDT BLOX v1.01 D.I.Y. Rustic Home Decors http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Rustic-Home-Decors/
D.I.Y. Rustic Home Decors - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F07/DFQK/HH2VKJTO/F07DFQKHH2VKJTO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F07/DFQK/HH2VKJTO/F07DFQKHH2VKJTO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F07/DFQK/HH2VKJTO/F07DFQKHH2VKJTO.SMALL.jpg Muhaiminah Faiz We're always looking for something different to decorate our home. In this case handmade home decors are the best. In this instructable I'll show you how to make a rustic photo frame, candle holder and vase out of small tree logs. They're really easy to make and won't take much time, so lets start m...
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Wed, 22 May 2013 11:19:53 PDT
3D Objects from Recycled Materials http://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Objects-from-Recycled-Materials/
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Mon, 20 May 2013 09:45:51 PDT
DIY Craft Storage Container (From Old SuitCase) http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Craft-Storage-Container-From-Old-SuitCase/
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Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:33:11 PDT
How to Make Slime (Ninja Turtle Ooze) http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Slime-Ninja-Turtle-Ooze/
How to Make Slime (Ninja Turtle Ooze) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8H/E6IT/HAQ2ZU69/F8HE6ITHAQ2ZU69.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8H/E6IT/HAQ2ZU69/F8HE6ITHAQ2ZU69.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8H/E6IT/HAQ2ZU69/F8HE6ITHAQ2ZU69.SMALL.jpg The King of Random Watch the Video! Hey, look at this! There's a broken canister of mutant ooze leaking down into the sewers! But don't worry because this sticky slime is non-toxic, and it's so easy to make, a 3 year old can do it! Watch this video to see how! Gather These Materials Inspired by Dr. Anne Helme...
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Thu, 17 Jan 2013 09:10:49 PST
DIY Holiday Storage Container From Suitcases http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Holiday-Storage-Container-From-Suitcases/
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Tue, 1 Jan 2013 21:19:14 PST
MAKE YOUR OWN SEA-GLASS MULCH! http://www.instructables.com/id/MAKE-YOUR-OWN-SEA-GLASS-MULCH/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/UNQF/HAQ38967/FM2UNQFHAQ38967.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/UNQF/HAQ38967/FM2UNQFHAQ38967.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/UNQF/HAQ38967/FM2UNQFHAQ38967.SMALL.jpg NelsonStudios Ok so it isn't true seaglass but it is a decent approximation and one of the few ways you could get enough to really fill your garden.  All it takes is an old cement mixer, a huge source of scrap glass and understanding neighbors.
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Tue, 18 Dec 2012 17:27:03 PST
Paper Mache Butterflies http://www.instructables.com/id/Paper-Mache-Butterflies/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJL/3GIV/GWV07CJI/FJL3GIVGWV07CJI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJL/3GIV/GWV07CJI/FJL3GIVGWV07CJI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJL/3GIV/GWV07CJI/FJL3GIVGWV07CJI.SMALL.jpg jenengjen I created these to honor the memory of Sophie Sparks, I extend my gratitude to the GREAT community of La Vernia Texas for inspiring this project. step 1:  Prepare Your Foundation *** Supplies needed:   - pen                   - paperboard (avoid waxy coatings)                                    ...
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Fri, 23 Nov 2012 08:58:52 PST
How to make an Origami Pinwheel Lid Box (Ver. 2) - TCGames [HD] http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-an-Origami-Pinwheel-Lid-Box-Ver-2-/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRN/8I0G/H9G122EG/FRN8I0GH9G122EG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRN/8I0G/H9G122EG/FRN8I0GH9G122EG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRN/8I0G/H9G122EG/FRN8I0GH9G122EG.SMALL.jpg TCGames In this tutorial, I will be showing you how to make an origami pinwheel box base. For the other variation of the base, be sure to check out the previous days video. Thanks for watching. ENJOY :D! Model: Square Box Designed By: Tomoko Fuse
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Thu, 15 Nov 2012 16:51:01 PST
Creating an Out of this World Watermelon Costume http://www.instructables.com/id/Creating-an-Out-of-this-World-Watermelon-Costume/
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Wed, 7 Nov 2012 20:53:19 PST
Center Stitched Paracord Bracelet http://www.instructables.com/id/Center-Stitched-Paracord-Bracelet/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/SU9D/H8NA43G2/FYWSU9DH8NA43G2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/SU9D/H8NA43G2/FYWSU9DH8NA43G2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/SU9D/H8NA43G2/FYWSU9DH8NA43G2.SMALL.jpg Stormdrane More knotty stuff on my blog:  Stormdrane's Blog This video shows how to add stitching to an already made paracord bracelet, using 1.4mm diameter cord with a lacing needle.  I have a photo collage, in a blog post done several years ago, for tying the particular woven bracelet used for the stitching...
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Thu, 25 Oct 2012 15:39:12 PDT
Angry Birds, Pig, Insulated Bag With Free Pattern http://www.instructables.com/id/Angry-Birds-Pig-Insulated-Bag-With-Free-Pattern/
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Sat, 21 Jul 2012 21:10:55 PDT
Old Film Strip Upcycled into a Film Gift Bow http://www.instructables.com/id/Old-Film-Strip-Upcycled-into-a-Film-Gift-Bow/
Old Film Strip Upcycled into a Film Gift Bow - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/2RU2/H1AH6Y5K/F4S2RU2H1AH6Y5K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/2RU2/H1AH6Y5K/F4S2RU2H1AH6Y5K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/2RU2/H1AH6Y5K/F4S2RU2H1AH6Y5K.SMALL.jpg poofrabbit Greetings Instructable fans and fanatics!  Today's 'able will teach you how to use old film and crate a fantastic gift bow!  The school where I work was cleaning house and some old projector film about the moon and planets were getting thrown out.  I snagged them out of the trash before getting dum...
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Sun, 22 Apr 2012 17:31:55 PDT
Turn a Plain Barrette into a Colorful Hair Accessory http://www.instructables.com/id/Turn-a-Plain-Barrette-into-a-Colorful-Hair-Accesso/
Turn a Plain Barrette into a Colorful Hair Accessory - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/L2WX/H05NL08G/F6NL2WXH05NL08G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/L2WX/H05NL08G/F6NL2WXH05NL08G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/L2WX/H05NL08G/F6NL2WXH05NL08G.SMALL.jpg mynameiskorrine This tutorial is an easy way to turn old barrettes into cute spring accessories. You can also do this with headbands too! I love the colors on my new barrette! What You Will Need What You Will Need: -A Barrette -Super Glue -Different Colored Thread -Needle -Scissors Lets Begin! 1. Start by Tr...
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Sun, 25 Mar 2012 14:00:20 PDT
Amigurumi Four Leaf Clover http://www.instructables.com/id/Amigurumi-Four-Leaf-Clover/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F41/42BX/GZPZEQI3/F4142BXGZPZEQI3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F41/42BX/GZPZEQI3/F4142BXGZPZEQI3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F41/42BX/GZPZEQI3/F4142BXGZPZEQI3.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo This little fellow is sure to bring you luck all year long!   He's quick to crochet and super charming to have around.  I grabbed this free pattern from crochetspot.com and added a face to give it a little more personality! This would make a great brooch, coaster, giant bookmark or more.  What will ...
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Mon, 12 Mar 2012 16:15:44 PDT
Homemade Present Bow http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Present-Bow/
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Tue, 20 Dec 2011 12:39:02 PST
How To Make A Hotwire Cutter...Cheap! http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-A-Hotwire-CutterCheap/
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Sun, 4 Dec 2011 22:14:51 PST
Stix to Bones- Skeleton Puppet http://www.instructables.com/id/Stix-to-Bones-Skeleton-Puppet/
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Fri, 4 Nov 2011 11:07:24 PDT
Yarn Spiral http://www.instructables.com/id/Yarn-Spiral/
Yarn Spiral - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWV/AL28/GOL8AZLH/FWVAL28GOL8AZLH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWV/AL28/GOL8AZLH/FWVAL28GOL8AZLH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWV/AL28/GOL8AZLH/FWVAL28GOL8AZLH.SMALL.jpg claireo831 I'm currently in the process of redecorating a red corduroy tote that a friend made me a couple years back.  At the time she let me pick out my own decorations, but looking back I'm not really sure what I was going for!  Then, I tried learning how to crochet and bought some cheap yarn in my favorite...
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Mon, 6 Jun 2011 22:01:17 PDT
Hand Stitched Mini Book http://www.instructables.com/id/Hand-Stitched-Mini-Book/
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Sun, 5 Jun 2011 11:36:38 PDT
Fleur De Plastic Bottle http://www.instructables.com/id/Fleur-De-Plastic-Bottle/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ5/T34N/GLWR1NZF/FZ5T34NGLWR1NZF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ5/T34N/GLWR1NZF/FZ5T34NGLWR1NZF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ5/T34N/GLWR1NZF/FZ5T34NGLWR1NZF.SMALL.jpg zipped_shut Pretty and simple. Yet another way to reuse water bottles. If there is interest I will post the instructions. Thanks for looking! Reuse, Reduce, Recycle!!
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Sat, 2 Apr 2011 15:55:08 PDT
Christmas Angel http://www.instructables.com/id/Christmas-Angel/
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Mon, 13 Dec 2010 12:01:58 PST
Green Piggy Bank http://www.instructables.com/id/Green-Piggy-Bank/
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Thu, 9 Dec 2010 12:41:39 PST
Fluffy Frosty http://www.instructables.com/id/Fluffy-Frosty/
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Thu, 2 Dec 2010 09:45:03 PST
How to make a chest of drawers from recycled materials http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-chest-of-drawers-from-recycled-mater/ http://cdn.instructables.com/FY8/EE5R/GF5VAP2U/FY8EE5RGF5VAP2U.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FY8/EE5R/GF5VAP2U/FY8EE5RGF5VAP2U.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FY8/EE5R/GF5VAP2U/FY8EE5RGF5VAP2U.SMALL.jpg mikooka How to create a chest of drawers from cornflake boxes and other recycled materials! This video shows just one option, but you can use this technique to make lots of different items. It's not "professional" cardboard furniture; this is a kid-friendly 'ible, and you can easily make something like thi...
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Tue, 12 Oct 2010 10:43:37 PDT
Your dog's gift exchange item http://www.instructables.com/id/Your-dogs-gift-exchange-item/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRM/IUDK/GC4G1GBG/FRMIUDKGC4G1GBG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRM/IUDK/GC4G1GBG/FRMIUDKGC4G1GBG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRM/IUDK/GC4G1GBG/FRMIUDKGC4G1GBG.SMALL.jpg your dog Hahaha I don’t mean to be stuck up but I love my screen name :D Anyways so this is a slide show I made on my gift exchange item. I was originally inspired by SerJ's Instructable, Make a Clock out of a Bicycle Brake Disc. So kudos to him! I wanted to make a clock out of a disk brake, but coul...
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Tue, 3 Aug 2010 22:59:39 PDT
Patriotically Green http://www.instructables.com/id/Patriotically-Green/
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Sun, 23 May 2010 10:53:54 PDT
Coffee Cup Mug Sleeve out of Used Cup http://www.instructables.com/id/Coffee-Cup-Mug-Sleeve-out-of-Used-Cup/
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Wed, 21 Apr 2010 08:32:11 PDT
Cobra Weave Key Fob http://www.instructables.com/id/Corbra-Weave-Key-Fob/
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Sat, 27 Mar 2010 17:54:41 PDT
Make A Mature Clump of Grass In Less Than An Hour http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-A-Mature-Clump-of-Grass-In-Less-Than-An-Hour/
Make A Mature Clump of Grass In Less Than An Hour - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUF/ALO2/G6MPGIZM/FUFALO2G6MPGIZM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUF/ALO2/G6MPGIZM/FUFALO2G6MPGIZM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUF/ALO2/G6MPGIZM/FUFALO2G6MPGIZM.SMALL.jpg Creativeman Living in So. California, palm trees are quite ubiquitous.  I have several in my yard, and when the winds come, the fronds of the palms are strewn all over the place.  In the past I would cut them up and send them to the recycle bin but had the idea of trying to recylcle them myself and make somethi...
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Sat, 20 Mar 2010 13:42:29 PDT
How to Hand Embroider a Rose http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Hand-Embroider-a-Rose/
How to Hand Embroider a Rose - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXP/YTUP/G57005P7/FXPYTUPG57005P7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXP/YTUP/G57005P7/FXPYTUPG57005P7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXP/YTUP/G57005P7/FXPYTUPG57005P7.SMALL.jpg treesneedtobehugged Do you hate it when you just give out stuffed animals and boxes of chocolates on Valentine's Day? Are you afraid these gifts will make you look bad? Do you want something that will wow He/She? The solution to all these problems is to make a hand embroidered rose. This rose may also give the extra ch...
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Sun, 7 Feb 2010 18:48:29 PST
Survival Bracelet II http://www.instructables.com/id/Survival-Bracelet-II/
Survival Bracelet II - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUV/ZNGJ/G68H8DM2/FUVZNGJG68H8DM2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUV/ZNGJ/G68H8DM2/FUVZNGJG68H8DM2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUV/ZNGJ/G68H8DM2/FUVZNGJG68H8DM2.SMALL.jpg tevers94 You may have seen my first survival bracelet instructable on the cobra braid.  After receiving a comment from lightchaser mentioning the chain sinnet braid, I thought that was a great idea.  This is truly a Survival Bracelet, if you are in need of some rope or cord, you can just pull both ends and t...
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Mon, 1 Feb 2010 18:29:10 PST
Survival Bracelet (Updated!) http://www.instructables.com/id/Survival-Bracelet/
Survival Bracelet (Updated!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKE/645Z/G68GWUGC/FKE645ZG68GWUGC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKE/645Z/G68GWUGC/FKE645ZG68GWUGC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKE/645Z/G68GWUGC/FKE645ZG68GWUGC.SMALL.jpg tevers94 Survival bracelets are often seen on soldiers in war or hikers in the woods.  Real 550 paracord has 7 inner strands.  The paracord sheath is rated at about 300-pounds.  7 strands made up on two strings each for a rating of 35 pounds.  14 inner strings, each of which have a rating of about 17.5 pound...
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Wed, 27 Jan 2010 16:06:12 PST
Boxer Shorts Skirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Boxer-Shorts-Skirt/
Boxer Shorts Skirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3P/O6YI/G4JV6OKD/F3PO6YIG4JV6OKD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3P/O6YI/G4JV6OKD/F3PO6YIG4JV6OKD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3P/O6YI/G4JV6OKD/F3PO6YIG4JV6OKD.SMALL.jpg Very Interesting Time for a change in the comfort zone..... Materials Boxer shorts Scrap material (Double the length of the widest part of the shorts.) Or you can use lace. Girl-li-fy it as much as possible. Basic sewing: scissors, measuring tape, sewing machine. Castration Sew the flap shut. Cut right across ...
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Sun, 17 Jan 2010 18:02:29 PST
Mini K'nex christmas tree (table centerpiece) http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-Knex-christmas-tree-table-centerpiece/
Mini K'nex christmas tree (table centerpiece) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOE/P8QG/G3TDWERS/FOEP8QGG3TDWERS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOE/P8QG/G3TDWERS/FOEP8QGG3TDWERS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOE/P8QG/G3TDWERS/FOEP8QGG3TDWERS.SMALL.jpg ~Aeronous~ okay, I know its a bit late for christmas, but Peter (lateral thinker) persuaded me to do it. It makes a nice table decoration, and is fairly easy to make, so without further redo, I bring to you, the tabletop Christmas tree. Pieces It doesn't use much, but here is the pic of what you need. ge...
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Mon, 4 Jan 2010 22:29:59 PST
Hat & Broom for the Eco-Friendly Witch http://www.instructables.com/id/Hat-Broom-for-the-Eco-Friendly-Witch/
Hat & Broom for the Eco-Friendly Witch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9T/WIL1/G1BBDN5S/F9TWIL1G1BBDN5S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9T/WIL1/G1BBDN5S/F9TWIL1G1BBDN5S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9T/WIL1/G1BBDN5S/F9TWIL1G1BBDN5S.SMALL.jpg Very Interesting Be green on Halloween, with some old jeans. Materials Witch Hat3 jean pant legs1 yard (or more) of trim10 used plastic bags, or any other recycled material for stuffing1 yard of black felt scraps18" diameter circle from left over cardboard, or foamboardOptional Embellishments1 zipper pull1 pipe c...
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Wed, 4 Nov 2009 15:32:10 PST
How to make a bath scrub for your body http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-bath-scrub-for-your-body/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGQ/LE7D/FYTD4TD6/FGQLE7DFYTD4TD6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGQ/LE7D/FYTD4TD6/FGQLE7DFYTD4TD6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGQ/LE7D/FYTD4TD6/FGQLE7DFYTD4TD6.SMALL.jpg trevadea I'm 10 and this is super easy. This video shows how to make a bath time treat-- an all natural sugar scrub to clean and moisturize your body.
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Sun, 6 Sep 2009 18:41:32 PDT
Back to School Headband http://www.instructables.com/id/Back-to-School-Headband/
Back to School Headband - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3W/AI2A/FYAJBXFP/F3WAI2AFYAJBXFP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3W/AI2A/FYAJBXFP/F3WAI2AFYAJBXFP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3W/AI2A/FYAJBXFP/F3WAI2AFYAJBXFP.SMALL.jpg trevadea This is how to make a nice headband for back to school. I'm ten and it makes a good project Recycle old clothes 1. Cut up a pair of PJs or other old clothes: Make a pattern from a piece of cardboard 2. Cut out a piece of cardboard. Make it as long as from one of your ears to the other ---over...
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Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:31:42 PDT
Many Handy Uses For Cardboard http://www.instructables.com/id/Many-Handy-Uses-For-Cardboard/
Many Handy Uses For Cardboard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/65YF/FX557Q18/FZN65YFFX557Q18.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/65YF/FX557Q18/FZN65YFFX557Q18.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/65YF/FX557Q18/FZN65YFFX557Q18.SMALL.jpg theburn7 This Instructable will show you many uses for cardboard in everyday use! A Make a Cardboard Coaster First, take a piece of cardboard about 5 x 5 and round the corners until it becomes a circle*Glue an artpiece onto the circular piece of cardboard. *Wrap plastic wrap around to the bottom.*Iron to...
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Thu, 16 Jul 2009 15:42:38 PDT
How to Make a Seed Bomb http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Seed-Bomb/
How to Make a Seed Bomb - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQE/3OED/FWBNLLEJ/FQE3OEDFWBNLLEJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQE/3OED/FWBNLLEJ/FQE3OEDFWBNLLEJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQE/3OED/FWBNLLEJ/FQE3OEDFWBNLLEJ.SMALL.jpg treesneedtobehugged Do you hate those blank vacant lots on the side of road and city streets? Have you wanted to put a flower garden in one of those lots but have been afraid of being arrested? Do you not have the money to buy all those flower transplants? Is the lot just to hard to get into? And think of how many time...
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Wed, 24 Jun 2009 11:23:12 PDT
Paper Sticks http://www.instructables.com/id/Stick-o-Paper/
Paper Sticks - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTN/SXRK/FVQYDZVI/FTNSXRKFVQYDZVI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTN/SXRK/FVQYDZVI/FTNSXRKFVQYDZVI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTN/SXRK/FVQYDZVI/FTNSXRKFVQYDZVI.SMALL.jpg tevers94 Fast and easy way to make paper into a sturdy building material for small projects such as miniature bridges, paper crossbows, or anything else you can think of. Materials Paper (preferably computer paper)Tape (Scotch Tape works best, but any works)Scissors Flat SurfaceHands (At least two would w...
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Sun, 7 Jun 2009 22:09:42 PDT
Shoe Birdhouse http://www.instructables.com/id/Shoe-Birdhouse/
Shoe Birdhouse - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDF/GWAK/FVCQINWW/FDFGWAKFVCQINWW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDF/GWAK/FVCQINWW/FDFGWAKFVCQINWW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDF/GWAK/FVCQINWW/FDFGWAKFVCQINWW.SMALL.jpg Bardouv Do you have old shoes?Do you not hate birds?If you answered yes to both of the about questions please continue reading. If you answered no, eh you could peace out...or read...I don't know, I'm not good at writing intros. This is my attempt at recycling shoes to become bins for screws, nails, and roc...
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Sat, 30 May 2009 13:16:58 PDT
BUSINESS CARD STAND FROM RECYCLED MATERIAL http://www.instructables.com/id/BUSINESS-CARD-STAND-FROM-RECYCLED-MATERIAL/
BUSINESS CARD STAND FROM RECYCLED MATERIAL - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPJ/J8XX/FUI0P41F/FPJJ8XXFUI0P41F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPJ/J8XX/FUI0P41F/FPJJ8XXFUI0P41F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPJ/J8XX/FUI0P41F/FPJJ8XXFUI0P41F.SMALL.jpg agnivohneb Need something to display your business cards on your desk. How about this eco-friendly Business Card Stand. I am making this from things found around my house. You can use different material than I use as long as you keep within the general design.I will be making two different card holder using di...
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Tue, 12 May 2009 00:21:34 PDT
Make Tree Limb Coasters http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Tree-Limb-Coasters/
Make Tree Limb Coasters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/6RZ8/FU6LRBAS/FZT6RZ8FU6LRBAS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/6RZ8/FU6LRBAS/FZT6RZ8FU6LRBAS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/6RZ8/FU6LRBAS/FZT6RZ8FU6LRBAS.SMALL.jpg modhomeecteacher A fallen limb all sliced up turns into a naturally appealing set of coasters. (I see a Mother's Day present.) You need a chop saw or miter saw, some wood stain and a sealer. Materials You need a chop or miter saw, a sander, wood stain, a polyurethane sealer or a craft sealer, foam brush, felt fo...
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Tue, 5 May 2009 02:31:33 PDT
Travel Utensil Wrap: Rockin Your Sustainability http://www.instructables.com/id/Travel-Utensil-Wrap-Rockin-Your-Sustainability/
Travel Utensil Wrap: Rockin Your Sustainability - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4L/30VI/FT7PVPMW/F4L30VIFT7PVPMW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4L/30VI/FT7PVPMW/F4L30VIFT7PVPMW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4L/30VI/FT7PVPMW/F4L30VIFT7PVPMW.SMALL.jpg shaloshsewseam So, last Hanukah the gift idea I had been working on since my sister's birthday finally materialized. For my sistern (a UCSC Green Campus leader and much much more), after swinging by the local antique shop for some pretty silverware, I sewed together a cloth wrap to carry her nice new utensils arou...
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Wed, 15 Apr 2009 14:35:17 PDT
Soda Can Rose http://www.instructables.com/id/Soda-Can-Rose/
Soda Can Rose - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS1/UWJN/FT7PVEBF/FS1UWJNFT7PVEBF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS1/UWJN/FT7PVEBF/FS1UWJNFT7PVEBF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS1/UWJN/FT7PVEBF/FS1UWJNFT7PVEBF.SMALL.jpg dindanpacman Want to make something special for that special someone? This Instructable will show you how to make a beautiful flower with just a few materials and a little bit of time. The best thing about it is that instead of throwing away your empty soda cans, you can make a wonderful bouquet of flowers!This ...
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Mon, 13 Apr 2009 21:40:23 PDT
!omposite PET Vases http://www.instructables.com/id/1057omposite-PET-Vases/
Сomposite PET Vases - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/VILS/FQHNMTW0/F87VILSFQHNMTW0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/VILS/FQHNMTW0/F87VILSFQHNMTW0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/VILS/FQHNMTW0/F87VILSFQHNMTW0.SMALL.jpg bara1962 Make a flower vase,candlestick,desk organizer ,from recycled PET bottles. What we will need Empty PET bottles 2l,1l,scissors,blade,pliers,ruler,decorative materials and accessories(your choice),for example page of the magazine,computer image printout. make a vessel Cut the top pat of 1l bottl...
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Wed, 28 Jan 2009 06:44:38 PST
Water Balance. http://www.instructables.com/id/Water-Balance/
Water Balance. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ3/EI6B/FQ6EBNPS/FZ3EI6BFQ6EBNPS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ3/EI6B/FQ6EBNPS/FZ3EI6BFQ6EBNPS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ3/EI6B/FQ6EBNPS/FZ3EI6BFQ6EBNPS.SMALL.jpg bara1962 This Instructable will show you how to craft water balance , from used water bottles. What we will need. Empty water bottles 2l,1,5l ,scissors,blade,pen,a sheet of paper,graduated jar,colorant,glue,water. Cut the top part of the bottles. !olour ~ 500ml water and pour out to the 2l pot. ...
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Fri, 23 Jan 2009 07:10:12 PST
Never buy hanger again! http://www.instructables.com/id/Never-buy-hanger-again/
Never buy hanger again! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXX/3X0Y/FPWWWNS9/FXX3X0YFPWWWNS9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXX/3X0Y/FPWWWNS9/FXX3X0YFPWWWNS9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXX/3X0Y/FPWWWNS9/FXX3X0YFPWWWNS9.SMALL.jpg bara1962 This Instructable will show you how to craft hanger, from used PET bottles. What we will need. Empty PET bottles, piece of wire, bolt,screw,drill,pliers,round pliers,scissors,blade. To make a hook. Make a hole in the corks. Assembly step 1. Assembly step 2. Assembly step 3. ...
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Mon, 19 Jan 2009 08:04:49 PST
Wisp of bast, from used PET bottle. http://www.instructables.com/id/Wisp-of-bast-from-used-PET-bottle/
Wisp of bast, from used PET bottle. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGB/6G4I/FPWWW5SL/FGB6G4IFPWWW5SL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGB/6G4I/FPWWW5SL/FGB6G4IFPWWW5SL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGB/6G4I/FPWWW5SL/FGB6G4IFPWWW5SL.SMALL.jpg bara1962 This Instructable will show you how to craft wisp of bast ,from used PET (pet ; ) )bottles. Make string how:http://www.instructables.com/id/Ropecordstring_from_Recycled_Water_Bottles/ Tangle it . Finished! Clean the apartment,wash up...etc.!
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Thu, 15 Jan 2009 01:14:00 PST
Rope,cord,string from Recycled Water Bottles! http://www.instructables.com/id/Ropecordstring-from-Recycled-Water-Bottles/
Rope,cord,string from Recycled Water Bottles! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP0/SIM0/FPQL8TV9/FP0SIM0FPQL8TV9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP0/SIM0/FPQL8TV9/FP0SIM0FPQL8TV9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP0/SIM0/FPQL8TV9/FP0SIM0FPQL8TV9.SMALL.jpg bara1962 This Instructable will show you how to craft rope,cord,string ,from used Water Bottles ! What we will need. Empty water bottle scissors,blade. Cut the top of the bottle. The middle part of the bottle scissor spiral. Finished! 2l bottle middle part :have height~ 160mm diameters~100mm...
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Mon, 12 Jan 2009 07:41:25 PST