http://www.instructables.com Tue, 21 May 2013 18:13:24 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Gifts-for-Men/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVK/COBL/GHTG1FBJ/FVKCOBLGHTG1FBJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVK/COBL/GHTG1FBJ/FVKCOBLGHTG1FBJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVK/COBL/GHTG1FBJ/FVKCOBLGHTG1FBJ.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Gifts to Make For Your Man gives you full step-by-step instructions for 40 cool gifts you can make, including everything from wallets to belts to cookies. Learn how to make simple rings, clocks, even bacon cheesecake brownies! All projects come from Instructables.com, are written by experts in manly...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Dec 2010 14:07:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Gifts-From-the-Kitchen/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGH/2X75/GHDSNA77/FGH2X75GHDSNA77.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGH/2X75/GHDSNA77/FGH2X75GHDSNA77.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGH/2X75/GHDSNA77/FGH2X75GHDSNA77.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Gifts from the Kitchen gives you full step-by-step instructions for 50 amazing gifts you can make, from seasoned oils to baked goods. Learn how to make Homemade Snickers, Easy Truffles, and Chocolate Peppermint Bark! All projects come from Instructables.com, are written by gift giving experts, and c...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Dec 2010 14:33:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Poinsettia-Flower-Cookies/
Easy Poinsettia Flower Cookies - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6B/1ATW/HB58N2PS/F6B1ATWHB58N2PS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6B/1ATW/HB58N2PS/F6B1ATWHB58N2PS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6B/1ATW/HB58N2PS/F6B1ATWHB58N2PS.SMALL.jpg Little Mom on the Prairie This is a very dramatic sugar cookie! You can use any basic sugar or butter cookie recipe to make these fun poinsettia flower cookies! They are easy to make, and pretty enough for gifting. I gave a holiday tin full of these babies to my mail carrier, my UPS guy and my neighbors! I am serious when I ...
By: Little Mom on the Prairie

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 26 Dec 2012 10:51:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Gingerbread-Houses/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJV/2AFK/GHDSNA79/FJV2AFKGHDSNA79.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJV/2AFK/GHDSNA79/FJV2AFKGHDSNA79.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJV/2AFK/GHDSNA79/FJV2AFKGHDSNA79.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Gingerbread Houses is a collection of inspiring gingerbread houses made from scratch. Check out the House from Up, the Eiffel Tower, and even a laser-cut gingerbread bridge! All projects come from Instructables.com, are written by professional gingerbread architects, and contain pictures to inspire ...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Dec 2010 16:03:05 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Gifts-for-Her/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIO/N35A/HAVGJGAN/FION35AHAVGJGAN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIO/N35A/HAVGJGAN/FION35AHAVGJGAN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIO/N35A/HAVGJGAN/FION35AHAVGJGAN.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick Don't know what gift to get that special girl in your life?  Here is a great selection of practical, (impractical) and just plain fun gifts you can get for her this Christmas! null null null null null null null null null null null null null null null null null null null ...
By: Penolopy Bulnick

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 21 Dec 2012 15:59:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Gifts-for-Mom/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVN/WS8X/HAVGJF4K/FVNWS8XHAVGJF4K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVN/WS8X/HAVGJF4K/FVNWS8XHAVGJF4K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVN/WS8X/HAVGJF4K/FVNWS8XHAVGJF4K.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick What are you going to get your mother this Christmas?  You know she has had to put up with a lot the past year so make sure you put a lot of thought into it.  And what has the most thought put into it?  A homemade gift! null null null null null null null null null null null null ...
By: Penolopy Bulnick

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 21 Dec 2012 14:13:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Decorated-Christmas-Cookies-Christmas-Trees/
Decorated Christmas Cookies: Christmas Trees - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC9/UPY1/HAQ35GXO/FC9UPY1HAQ35GXO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC9/UPY1/HAQ35GXO/FC9UPY1HAQ35GXO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC9/UPY1/HAQ35GXO/FC9UPY1HAQ35GXO.SMALL.jpg sugarkissed.net These Christmas trees will look pretty on any cookie platter and are a breeze to make! Supplies Cookies made from your favorite sugar cookie recipe Christmas tree cookie cutter Royal icing in green and gold, 12-count consistency Gold sparkling sugar Confetti sprinkles Ic...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 16 Dec 2012 07:53:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Holiday-Gifts/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIA/7IHD/HANAX6V5/FIA7IHDHANAX6V5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIA/7IHD/HANAX6V5/FIA7IHDHANAX6V5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIA/7IHD/HANAX6V5/FIA7IHDHANAX6V5.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Gift giving doesn't have to be stressful or complicated,  It doesn't have to involve crowded shopping malls or holiday sales pressures.  Give a gift from the heart and the hands this year.  Check out these great suggestions for simple holiday gifts you can make for everyone in your life.  Handmade g...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 13 Dec 2012 10:45:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Toilet-Paper-Roll-Gift-Box/
Toilet Paper Roll Gift Box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1I/TH7F/HANAQAZ7/F1ITH7FHANAQAZ7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1I/TH7F/HANAQAZ7/F1ITH7FHANAQAZ7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1I/TH7F/HANAQAZ7/F1ITH7FHANAQAZ7.SMALL.jpg Little Mom on the Prairie The holidays can tap you out, leaving you to have to be creative with your gift wrap! For small gifts, (or even a kind of Redneck Advent Calendar!) this is a super cheap DIY gift box made from an empty toilet paper roll. It is also a great way to use up those scraps of wrapping paper! Materials: To...
By: Little Mom on the Prairie

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 13 Dec 2012 13:40:56 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Christmas-Candy/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/E7PH/HA4LGDTR/F92E7PHHA4LGDTR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/E7PH/HA4LGDTR/F92E7PHHA4LGDTR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/E7PH/HA4LGDTR/F92E7PHHA4LGDTR.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo There's nothing sweeter than candy for the holidays! Try these homemade candy recipes for everyone on your Christmas list.  From caramels to candy coal, and peppermint snowmen to peanut candies, we've got something for giftees both naughty and nice.  We've even included complete guides on making tru...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 11 Dec 2012 10:04:01 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Glass-bottle-gifts/
Glass bottle gifts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7A/GT1L/HAIK2TU3/F7AGT1LHAIK2TU3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7A/GT1L/HAIK2TU3/F7AGT1LHAIK2TU3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7A/GT1L/HAIK2TU3/F7AGT1LHAIK2TU3.SMALL.jpg amandaggogo Yep, pretty self explanatory. You will need the following: -A six or four pack of a beverage that comes in glass bottles (Non-Alcoholic would probably be best so your great aunt muriel who never drinks doesn't faint at the site of you giving her a gift in old Bud Light bottles and forever thinks of ...
By: amandaggogo

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 11 Dec 2012 10:54:43 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Nutcracker/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/HYMR/HABDH0OF/FD9HYMRHABDH0OF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/HYMR/HABDH0OF/FD9HYMRHABDH0OF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/HYMR/HABDH0OF/FD9HYMRHABDH0OF.SMALL.jpg treese1 Meet Walnutsworth- the newest addition to my holiday nutcracker collection. Started our as a "blank" wooden nutcracker but after a day of painting, building, and decorating, he is now a steampunk gentleman complete with clockwork robotic arm and jetpack! Enjoy!
By: treese1

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Dec 2012 10:28:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Lighted-Bethlehem-Star-tree-topper/
Lighted Bethlehem Star tree topper - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFL/TMFM/HAFHL883/FFLTMFMHAFHL883.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFL/TMFM/HAFHL883/FFLTMFMHAFHL883.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFL/TMFM/HAFHL883/FFLTMFMHAFHL883.SMALL.jpg treese1 Hello, internet friends! With the holidays soon approaching (and funds lower than ever) I thought I might show you guys how to make a lighted tree 6 pointed star tree topper for no more than $10!!! Ready?  oh, you're not ready? okay I'll wait... OKAY NOW LETS GO! Things you will need: -card...
By: treese1

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 9 Dec 2012 19:46:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/rum-balls-romkugler-rum-truffles/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/CV25/HA4M8HF4/F56CV25HA4M8HF4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/CV25/HA4M8HF4/F56CV25HA4M8HF4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/CV25/HA4M8HF4/F56CV25HA4M8HF4.SMALL.jpg eatproperly Ever end up with just too much cake in the house? No, it doesn't happen to me often either! However, not that long ago I went on a bit of a cupcake making spree and had far too left overs filling up the freezer. It seems wrong to me to throw anything away that still has use so I looked around to fin...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 7 Dec 2012 11:51:19 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Christmas-Cookies-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEQ/G0P7/HA4MBJJJ/FEQG0P7HA4MBJJJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEQ/G0P7/HA4MBJJJ/FEQG0P7HA4MBJJJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEQ/G0P7/HA4MBJJJ/FEQG0P7HA4MBJJJ.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick I know you have been waiting all year and it's finally time once again for Christmas Cookies!  We have everything from traditional gingerbread men to fun green tea cookies that are shaped like trees.  Whether you just need a classic Christmas cookie recipe or want a cookie with a festive look, we ha...
By: Penolopy Bulnick

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 5 Dec 2012 15:20:44 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Santa-Christmas-Cake-Pops/
Santa Christmas Cake Pops - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWB/LNJK/HA4MGZ4U/FWBLNJKHA4MGZ4U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWB/LNJK/HA4MGZ4U/FWBLNJKHA4MGZ4U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWB/LNJK/HA4MGZ4U/FWBLNJKHA4MGZ4U.SMALL.jpg sugarkissed.net I’m not sure if it’s the pink button nose or the rosy cheeks, all I know is I can’t help but “aawwww…” out loud when I see these adorable Santa Christmas cake pops. They are sure to be the cutest Christmas treat on the table at any holiday party! Supplies To make Santa cake pops you will need: ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 5 Dec 2012 10:18:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Junk-mail-Christmas-tree/
Junk mail Christmas tree - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4M/UZ3V/GHN8CXXM/F4MUZ3VGHN8CXXM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4M/UZ3V/GHN8CXXM/F4MUZ3VGHN8CXXM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4M/UZ3V/GHN8CXXM/F4MUZ3VGHN8CXXM.SMALL.jpg trucdart Turn a stack of junk mail (or old books, magazines or office supplies) and some spare time into a beautiful, functional Christmas tree for your home or office in 5 easy steps! Go colorful & quirky or elegant & wintry with this eco-friendly, ornaments-optional how-to. A few days ago, I realized: 1. ...
By: trucdart

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 Dec 2010 14:22:47 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Altoids-Advent-calendar/
Altoids Advent calendar - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO0/Y4AP/FOHTTVO7/FO0Y4APFOHTTVO7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO0/Y4AP/FOHTTVO7/FO0Y4APFOHTTVO7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO0/Y4AP/FOHTTVO7/FO0Y4APFOHTTVO7.SMALL.jpg sassycrafter This time of year, kids can hardly wait for the man in the red suit to bring toys to all good girls and boys. One way to help kids count the days is with an Advent calendar. But why settle for an old-fashioned paper one? Make a 3-D sculpture that can hold a small surprise for every day between now a...
By: sassycrafter

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 12 Dec 2008 13:53:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Epic-Apple-Glazed-Rosemary-Turkey/
Epic Apple-glazed Rosemary Turkey - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPN/4S6S/H9T4LG85/FPN4S6SH9T4LG85.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPN/4S6S/H9T4LG85/FPN4S6SH9T4LG85.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPN/4S6S/H9T4LG85/FPN4S6SH9T4LG85.SMALL.jpg bajablue Roast turkey is America's culinary super-star on Thanksgiving Day.  This year, I aspired to create something unique and unconventional for the occasion. Allow me to present (my "epic" brainchild ;-) Apple-glazed Rosemary Turkey.... a magnificent, mouthwatering (and easy!) departure from tradition. ...
By: bajablue

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Nov 2012 11:45:35 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Super-Simple-Pumpkin-Cupcakes/
Super Simple Pumpkin Cupcakes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX9/TSMH/H97KLPEP/FX9TSMHH97KLPEP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX9/TSMH/H97KLPEP/FX9TSMHH97KLPEP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX9/TSMH/H97KLPEP/FX9TSMHH97KLPEP.SMALL.jpg Danger is my middle name I love autumn because everything becomes pumpkin flavored, yum!  I'm a poor college student and cupcakes are fast, easy and cheap to make so I decided to experiment and make a batch of pumpkin cupcakes. Ingredients These are the ingredients I used: 1 box of spice cake mix 1 can of pumpkin (not pu...
By: Danger is my middle name

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 16 Nov 2012 10:59:42 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cinnamon-Vanilla-Sunflower-Butter-Recipe/
Cinnamon Vanilla Sunflower Butter Recipe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNR/A06L/H9G0WAKH/FNRA06LH9G0WAKH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNR/A06L/H9G0WAKH/FNRA06LH9G0WAKH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNR/A06L/H9G0WAKH/FNRA06LH9G0WAKH.SMALL.jpg AllGoneVegan This sunflower seed butter calls for what might seem like a lot of cinnamon (and vanilla bean paste, for that matter). Have faith, it all works out nicely. I've made this a few times now, and will work in a few extra notes and suggestions in the recipe. Finding raw sunflower seeds can sometime...
By: AllGoneVegan

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 17 Nov 2012 15:16:42 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Best-Christmas-Cookie-Chocolate-and-Candy-Can/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/H0O7/H9K2FWB1/FL7H0O7H9K2FWB1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/H0O7/H9K2FWB1/FL7H0O7H9K2FWB1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/H0O7/H9K2FWB1/FL7H0O7H9K2FWB1.SMALL.jpg Eliza K These are the best Christmas Cookies I have ever had or made. They combine the best of  the baking world, with the best of the Christmas world: Chocolate and candy canes. What you will need:     1 cup butter, melted     1/4 cup white sugar     1 1/4 cup brown sugar     2 eggs     2 tsp vanilla ex...
By: Eliza K

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Nov 2012 07:20:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Any-Flavour-Biscotti/
Any Flavour Biscotti - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Y/YUTO/G3KYBMSX/F2YYUTOG3KYBMSX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Y/YUTO/G3KYBMSX/F2YYUTOG3KYBMSX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Y/YUTO/G3KYBMSX/F2YYUTOG3KYBMSX.SMALL.jpg NoFiller Biscotti are a type of hard Italian cookie usually served dunked in coffee. They are quite simple to make but will really impress your guests. Ingredients 1/3 C Butter 1/2 C Sugar 3 Eggs 1 tsp Vanilla 1 tsp Flavourful Liquid 2 tsp Citrus Zest 3 C Flour 2 tsp Baking Powder 1/4 tsp Salt 1/2 C Nuts...
By: NoFiller

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 Dec 2009 15:03:19 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Chocolate-Penguin-Boxes-filled-with-White-Chocolat/
Chocolate Penguin Boxes filled with White Chocolate Snowflakes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/J1PT/GXFXNJLY/FRHJ1PTGXFXNJLY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/J1PT/GXFXNJLY/FRHJ1PTGXFXNJLY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/J1PT/GXFXNJLY/FRHJ1PTGXFXNJLY.SMALL.jpg hungryhappenings Learn to make your own completely edible chocolate penguin box and fill it with white chocolate snowflakes to give to someone special. This box is made using simple shapes put together to form an adorable penguin. The base and lid of the box are solid chocolate while the sides and decorations are ma...
By: hungryhappenings

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 07:27:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Tatting-a-Snowflake-on-an-Ornament/
Tatting a Snowflake on an Ornament - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/TKIH/H97PZNUC/FCFTKIHH97PZNUC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/TKIH/H97PZNUC/FCFTKIHH97PZNUC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/TKIH/H97PZNUC/FCFTKIHH97PZNUC.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick I have seen many examples of people tatting around ornaments and I wanted to give it a try myself.  So this is my first attempt and I plan on getting started sooner next Christmas and having many more fun tatted ornament designs. Also, this is a different tatted snowflake than my other one.  I am n...
By: Penolopy Bulnick

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 3 Jan 2012 10:48:05 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Gourmet-Chocolate-Orange/
Gourmet Chocolate Orange - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/T6DG/GWINSJK2/FHIT6DGGWINSJK2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/T6DG/GWINSJK2/FHIT6DGGWINSJK2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/T6DG/GWINSJK2/FHIT6DGGWINSJK2.SMALL.jpg moseph This Instructable will teach you to make a fancy-pants chocolate orange using REAL chocolate and REAL oranges. Chocolate oranges are a Christmas favorite in my half-British family, but sometimes they can be hard to find in the United States. However, you should be able to make these chocolate orange...
By: moseph

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Jan 2012 06:18:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Kids-Crayon-Wrap-Holder-Gift-for-under-300/
Kids Crayon Wrap Holder Gift for under $3.00!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIG/HNKX/GWOSAO4T/FIGHNKXGWOSAO4T.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIG/HNKX/GWOSAO4T/FIGHNKXGWOSAO4T.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIG/HNKX/GWOSAO4T/FIGHNKXGWOSAO4T.SMALL.jpg TabbyDeAnne Hello everyone! I hope your holidays went fantastic! Mine was hectic and full of handmaking gifts for family and friends! It paid off in the end because everyone loved their gifts. That makes me feel great inside;)  Now I want to pass on some of the gifts I made to you. These are my instructions fo...
By: TabbyDeAnne

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Dec 2011 16:04:47 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Holiday-Photo-Gift-TagOrnament-Card/
Holiday Photo Gift Tag/Ornament Card - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FTY/F4ZA/GWHN3OJ3/FTYF4ZAGWHN3OJ3.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FTY/F4ZA/GWHN3OJ3/FTYF4ZAGWHN3OJ3.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FTY/F4ZA/GWHN3OJ3/FTYF4ZAGWHN3OJ3.SMALL.jpg susanrm Isn't it great when a project can fulfill several purposes, not just one?  This project uses a photo to create a gift tag or card that can be used as a hanging ornament for a tree or other purpose. Last week, I saw this project to make photo ornament cards featured in the Photojojo newsletter. Whi...
By: susanrm

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 22:10:51 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Wooden-Log-Snowmen/
Homemade Wooden Log Snowmen - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXZ/HJD1/GWF60UOO/FXZHJD1GWF60UOO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXZ/HJD1/GWF60UOO/FXZHJD1GWF60UOO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXZ/HJD1/GWF60UOO/FXZHJD1GWF60UOO.SMALL.jpg Conthodar This is an instructable on creating one or multiple wooden snowmen! This is a fairly simple instructable, but it does require the use of some power tools. Note that this is my first Instructable, so you will have to bear with me! Also I am not responsible for any injury to self while making this Ins...
By: Conthodar

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 15:36:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Iced-Gingerbread-Cookies/
Easy Iced Gingerbread Cookies - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFP/LSD3/GWF5T96I/FFPLSD3GWF5T96I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFP/LSD3/GWF5T96I/FFPLSD3GWF5T96I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFP/LSD3/GWF5T96I/FFPLSD3GWF5T96I.SMALL.jpg canucksgirl The fragrant aroma of gingerbread cookies remind me of Christmas. Let me show you how easy they are to make and decorate like a pro if you follow a simple family recipe and this Instructable which is full of tips, photos and directions to make your cookies not only tasty but a beautiful success! Y...
By: canucksgirl

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 20 Dec 2011 21:21:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Grocery-Bag-Wrapping-Paper/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F45/N9M3/GWF60TYK/F45N9M3GWF60TYK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F45/N9M3/GWF60TYK/F45N9M3GWF60TYK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F45/N9M3/GWF60TYK/F45N9M3GWF60TYK.SMALL.jpg thiswayhome This instructable shows you how to wrap gifts out of common paper bags. If you like this instructable, please vote for it in the Holiday Gifts Challenge!  1. Remove the handles and cut the paper bag along the seam.  Next cut out the bottom of the bag to make a flat piece of paper. 2. Wrap your p...
By: thiswayhome

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 14:33:05 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Caramel-Recipe/
Caramel Recipe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1V/Z9U3/G3JETNEX/F1VZ9U3G3JETNEX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1V/Z9U3/G3JETNEX/F1VZ9U3G3JETNEX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1V/Z9U3/G3JETNEX/F1VZ9U3G3JETNEX.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo My mother makes epic soft caramels, and I'm pleased to share with you her secret:  Aunt Glady's Caramel Recipe.   The recipe as handed down to me is sparse, but contains all necessary information.  In an effort to make it slightly more accessible to those of you who might be new to candy-making, I'...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 Dec 2009 09:07:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cranberry-Blueberry-Pumpkin-Muffins-High-Altitude/
Cranberry-Blueberry Pumpkin Muffins (High Altitude) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEL/P0U9/GW89M5PP/FELP0U9GW89M5PP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEL/P0U9/GW89M5PP/FELP0U9GW89M5PP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEL/P0U9/GW89M5PP/FELP0U9GW89M5PP.SMALL.jpg Caulerpa This is based off of a recipe my mother found. I've added blueberries to the recipe and altered it for the high altitude I'm currently living at (~8,400'). A few things I would recommend: 1. Fresh blueberries - I found that if you start using frozen blueberries it messes with the cooking time. The...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2011 13:33:51 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Tatted-Snowflake/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJI/98G8/GW898AW2/FJI98G8GW898AW2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJI/98G8/GW898AW2/FJI98G8GW898AW2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJI/98G8/GW898AW2/FJI98G8GW898AW2.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick I have been working on putting tatting around an ornament, but took a break to show you a tatted snowflake i came up with.   Supplies: Tatting thread size 10 Tatting needle size 5 Beads (60) Collapsable eye needle Scissors Inner part of the snowflake: Use your collapsable needle and thread on 30 ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2011 23:44:13 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Wrap-a-Present-using-only-3-pieces-of-tape/
How to Wrap a Present (using only 3 pieces of tape!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3I/A965/GW89M7GN/F3IA965GW89M7GN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3I/A965/GW89M7GN/F3IA965GW89M7GN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3I/A965/GW89M7GN/F3IA965GW89M7GN.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo OK, let's make this simple.  You have a gift.  You know better (by now) than to hand it over in the bag it came in.  But wrapping a present can be such a pain!  It never looks right, the corners are always smashed, and the paper will probably be like two inches too short on the bottom, and how are y...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2011 14:14:00 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/12-Easy-Holiday-Crafts-for-Kids/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJH/PJL5/GW88ONEQ/FJHPJL5GW88ONEQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJH/PJL5/GW88ONEQ/FJHPJL5GW88ONEQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJH/PJL5/GW88ONEQ/FJHPJL5GW88ONEQ.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick There are many intricate and complicated holiday crafts out there, but what about the children?  They need something to do during their holiday break and we have just the crafts for them.  Check out these great Instructables that take few supplies and minimal supervision!  Get together the kids an...
By: Penolopy Bulnick

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 16 Dec 2011 10:06:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Super-Dooper-Sock-Snowmen/
Super Dooper Sock Snowmen!!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1D/GS9M/GW89LZFG/F1DGS9MGW89LZFG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1D/GS9M/GW89LZFG/F1DGS9MGW89LZFG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1D/GS9M/GW89LZFG/F1DGS9MGW89LZFG.SMALL.jpg MackeFeet Greetings! Well, as the title says.... We will be creating awesome sock snowmen! (See picture) These are great gifts and the final price is around 3 dollars per snowman and you can make how ever many you want! You can now get all your christmas shopping knocked out in just an hour or two! Its a grea...
By: MackeFeet

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 11:58:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Felt-Flower-Gift-Card-Holder/
Felt Flower Gift Card Holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Z/35K7/GW3XH8KE/F8Z35K7GW3XH8KE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Z/35K7/GW3XH8KE/F8Z35K7GW3XH8KE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Z/35K7/GW3XH8KE/F8Z35K7GW3XH8KE.SMALL.jpg lconner It’s hard to beat the practicality of giving a gift card. But you don’t have to wrap them in generic envelopes from the store. Dress up plain gift cards with these quick and easy felt flower gift card holders! You’ll need:     Felt scraps (various colors)     Die cutter (I used the Accuquilt GO! B...
By: lconner

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 13:16:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Statement-Ornaments/
Simple Statement Ornaments - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/BO6S/GW3WR84C/FSOBO6SGW3WR84C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/BO6S/GW3WR84C/FSOBO6SGW3WR84C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/BO6S/GW3WR84C/FSOBO6SGW3WR84C.SMALL.jpg yarnattacks Originally posted on Goodknits the following instructions are for crochet ornaments. Yarn is attached via single crochet around the wooden cabone ring and then a simple 2 row border is made. Supplies needed: 2″ cabone ring (I used wooden ones by Boye) 3.75mm (F) hook small amount (approx. 10 yards)...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 12:21:01 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Finnish-Paper-Star/
Finnish Paper Star - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/BMAM/GW3WR5X3/FV8BMAMGW3WR5X3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/BMAM/GW3WR5X3/FV8BMAMGW3WR5X3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/BMAM/GW3WR5X3/FV8BMAMGW3WR5X3.SMALL.jpg canucksgirl The Finnish Paper Star can be made in various sizes and can be used as a ceiling decoration, a Christmas Tree ornament or even as a Christmas Tree Topper! If you make it with glitter paper (as I did) you will have an extra sparkly decoration for  your home. It is so easy to make, with only a few ba...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 13 Dec 2011 23:29:58 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Anytime-Cookies/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHV/WOGU/GW28UIVV/FHVWOGUGW28UIVV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHV/WOGU/GW28UIVV/FHVWOGUGW28UIVV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHV/WOGU/GW28UIVV/FHVWOGUGW28UIVV.SMALL.jpg shesparticular There are few things in the world more delicious (and that make your whole house smell amazing) than fresh baked cookies. Certain times of the year (like around the winter holidays) it can be a little bit hard to find time to bake. With a few simple steps and a little preparation though, you can mak...
By: shesparticular

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2011 09:58:47 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Christmas-Elf/
Christmas Elf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQH/QFHN/GVZP1O9C/FQHQFHNGVZP1O9C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQH/QFHN/GVZP1O9C/FQHQFHNGVZP1O9C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQH/QFHN/GVZP1O9C/FQHQFHNGVZP1O9C.SMALL.jpg Very Interesting Make this little elf from old shirts and garage sale materials.  Materials ELF   Muslin-like material (Body)  Striped Material (Legs)   Embroidery floss (face)   Yarn (hair)   Old pillow (for stuffing) Garments   Felt (shoes)   Brightly colored shirt (dress& Hat)   Ribbon for trim   Beads for tr...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2011 06:02:43 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Food-Coloring-Markers/
Food Coloring Markers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8H/JBUC/H9T4CGM3/F8HJBUCH9T4CGM3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8H/JBUC/H9T4CGM3/F8HJBUCH9T4CGM3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8H/JBUC/H9T4CGM3/F8HJBUCH9T4CGM3.SMALL.jpg depotdevoid Every year around Christmas, my daughter and I make sugar cookies with a hard glaze, and paint all sorts of things on them.  It's a lot of fun, we always make a mess and have a great time! I've never been satisfied with the food coloring/paintbrush combo, as the food coloring is pretty runny and h...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 8 Dec 2011 07:58:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Glowing-Snowflake-Baubles/
Glowing Snowflake Baubles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6F/FNAE/GVVPV7XT/F6FFNAEGVVPV7XT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6F/FNAE/GVVPV7XT/F6FFNAEGVVPV7XT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6F/FNAE/GVVPV7XT/F6FFNAEGVVPV7XT.SMALL.jpg BareConductive In this tutorial we will show you how to make glowing snowflake bauble using Bare Paint and some LEDs ready to put on your desk or hang around your house for the holidays. Materials and Components Materials Bare Paint Pen Paint Brush Paper, we've used thick cartridge paper, but copy paper would ...
By: BareConductive

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 7 Dec 2011 07:31:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Santas-Lump-of-Coal-for-the-Naughty-Chocolate/
Santa's Lump of Coal for the Naughty (Chocolate) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHG/XHN8/GVOX0HIK/FHGXHN8GVOX0HIK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHG/XHN8/GVOX0HIK/FHGXHN8GVOX0HIK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHG/XHN8/GVOX0HIK/FHGXHN8GVOX0HIK.SMALL.jpg lmnopeas Santa's never given me a lump of coal for Christmas, but I know there's probably a couple of years when he should have. :) This instructable will teach you how to make a lump of coal out of chocolate for the naughty people in your life. They make great stocking stuffers or the perfect novelty gift....
By: lmnopeas

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 2 Dec 2011 13:18:59 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Seashell-Christmas-Tree/
Seashell Christmas Tree - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKQ/H966/GVOWEXZX/FKQH966GVOWEXZX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKQ/H966/GVOWEXZX/FKQH966GVOWEXZX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKQ/H966/GVOWEXZX/FKQH966GVOWEXZX.SMALL.jpg zombiecow I got this idea when I browsing around Hobby Lobby for some materials, I saw an adorable picture of a seashell christmas tree but it had no instructions on how to make it so i winged it and this is what I came up. This is a cute and adorable little tree that is easy to make and looks great, you can ...
By: zombiecow

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 2 Dec 2011 12:51:05 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/GINORMAS-Holiday-reindeer-aka-Rudolph/
GINORMAS Holiday reindeer aka Rudolph - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9L/AYAV/GVUS2NSQ/F9LAYAVGVUS2NSQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9L/AYAV/GVUS2NSQ/F9LAYAVGVUS2NSQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9L/AYAV/GVUS2NSQ/F9LAYAVGVUS2NSQ.SMALL.jpg Greasetattoo Hey everyone! Happy Holidays 2011! I seen this design in a pattern catalog that I received in the mail. I thought, I can build that! So, rather then buy the plans, I have Sketchup and thought I would try and design it myself. Broaden my Sketchup skills. I did post my Sketchup model here: Sketchup...
By: Greasetattoo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 30 Nov 2011 16:22:24 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Vintage-Chocolate-Dipping-Spoons/
Vintage Chocolate Dipping Spoons - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/Z2HD/GVJCJ115/F7HZ2HDGVJCJ115.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/Z2HD/GVJCJ115/F7HZ2HDGVJCJ115.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/Z2HD/GVJCJ115/F7HZ2HDGVJCJ115.SMALL.jpg lmnopeas Looking for the perfect stocking stuffer? These delicious vintage chocolate dipping spoons are perfect for holiday gift giving and cost under $10 bucks. Use them to dip in hot chocolate or to spruce up your favorite coffee or latte. I've been collecting these spoons for a while now. The best place ...
By: lmnopeas

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 Nov 2011 20:46:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Origami-Snowflake-1/
Origami Snowflake - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAY/V0F1/GVBD06KS/FAYV0F1GVBD06KS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAY/V0F1/GVBD06KS/FAYV0F1GVBD06KS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAY/V0F1/GVBD06KS/FAYV0F1GVBD06KS.SMALL.jpg Alberta Leong Joyeux Noël! These origami snowflakes make brilliant inexpensive Christmas ornaments – hang on Christmas trees, decorate on walls, windows, presents, greeting cards and anywhere you can imagine.  This project is quite intricate.  We’ll try our best to explain in words, so please follow as closely a...
By: Alberta Leong

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 Nov 2011 09:22:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Nanas-Molasses-Popcorn-Balls/
Nana's Molasses Popcorn Balls - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXQ/QXAT/GVEI9D32/FXQQXATGVEI9D32.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXQ/QXAT/GVEI9D32/FXQQXATGVEI9D32.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXQ/QXAT/GVEI9D32/FXQQXATGVEI9D32.SMALL.jpg Caulerpa In my family Nana's molasses popcorn balls are a coveted item. If you don't intend on sending them to family you had better not tell them you made popcorn balls. If you like molasses be warned - you may become addicted. You'll find yourself walking to the freezer without realizing what you're doing ...
By: Caulerpa

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