http://www.instructables.com Sat, 25 May 2013 20:44:29 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Silhouette-Photography-Creating-Mystery/
Silhouette Photography - Creating Mystery - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/QXTP/HGU2DSW5/FVJQXTPHGU2DSW5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/QXTP/HGU2DSW5/FVJQXTPHGU2DSW5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/QXTP/HGU2DSW5/FVJQXTPHGU2DSW5.SMALL.jpg david.beck Silhouettes can be powerful because they create a sense of mystery by hiding the details within the subject. Both the lingerie and scary movie industries have been using this trick for years - they keep things interesting because you get to fill in the blanks with your own mind. All you can see is a...
By: david.beck

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 May 2013 18:00:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Save-Money-Help-The-Environment/
Save Money & Help The Environment - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2M/04RR/HGH093NS/F2M04RRHGH093NS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2M/04RR/HGH093NS/F2M04RRHGH093NS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2M/04RR/HGH093NS/F2M04RRHGH093NS.SMALL.jpg the cat expert In this Instructable, I will teach you tips how to help the environment, help your wallet, and save the world.  Oh, and don't forget to vote for me in the Green Design Contest. Reduce Consumerism. people say it's awful, and never do anything about it. But if you cut down on the products you buy,...
By: the cat expert

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 19:51:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/french-tip-makers-/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBN/SPWB/HAUNMJMS/FBNSPWBHAUNMJMS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBN/SPWB/HAUNMJMS/FBNSPWBHAUNMJMS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBN/SPWB/HAUNMJMS/FBNSPWBHAUNMJMS.SMALL.jpg pianolover10124353 this is my own way to make b-e-a-u-tiful french tips. now to give the desired round moon shape you always look for you can use cheap (about 2.00$) price tag circle stickers. cut the stickers in half because it a lot easier to apply. * put the sticker on as shown, and rub to ensure it's on corectly....
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 17:16:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Introduction-to-hardware-Cleaning-and-starting-wo/
Introduction to hardware: Cleaning and starting work - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8H/7E0N/HFD1K022/F8H7E0NHFD1K022.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8H/7E0N/HFD1K022/F8H7E0NHFD1K022.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8H/7E0N/HFD1K022/F8H7E0NHFD1K022.SMALL.jpg ComputeWithTom Hi! Today I'm going to show you how to clean your computer, get the case off, and start work. This probably should have come before my previous tutorial [Click Here] but I forgot that you might need this help. Please do leave any comments with your thoughts, and feel free to check out the ads in the...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 06:55:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Highlight-in-Evernote/
How to Highlight in Evernote - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F37/VNMR/HELX6JUD/F37VNMRHELX6JUD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F37/VNMR/HELX6JUD/F37VNMRHELX6JUD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F37/VNMR/HELX6JUD/F37VNMRHELX6JUD.SMALL.jpg AlanTheRobot If you've used Evernote for more than a minute you've probably noticed there's no highlight tool. I'm not going to get into how ridiculous this is for a notetaking application, but instead I'll show you the different ways you can highlight. Some are more useful than others depending on what you're d...
By: AlanTheRobot

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Mar 2013 13:23:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/3Ds-Max-Tutorial-Rendering-correctly-for-export-/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMP/3502/HELXCKJM/FMP3502HELXCKJM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMP/3502/HELXCKJM/FMP3502HELXCKJM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMP/3502/HELXCKJM/FMP3502HELXCKJM.SMALL.jpg benben247 learn how to render quicker in 3ds max Using the right format and also the correct settings for export for other programs like adobe after effects and premiere
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Mar 2013 07:59:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/3ds-Max-Tutorial-3d-TEXT-animation-for-Titles-an-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS1/Y479/HELXCKIN/FS1Y479HELXCKIN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS1/Y479/HELXCKIN/FS1Y479HELXCKIN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS1/Y479/HELXCKIN/FS1Y479HELXCKIN.SMALL.jpg benben247 lesson 2 3d text intro and title animation for your project presentation or youtube channel, once you export you can import to other programs like adobe after effects and premiere to add your effects sound etc.
By: benben247

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Mar 2013 07:59:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/3Ds-Max-Tutorial-Ray-Trace-shadows-lighting-Esse/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCQ/604Q/HELXCKK2/FCQ604QHELXCKK2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCQ/604Q/HELXCKK2/FCQ604QHELXCKK2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCQ/604Q/HELXCKK2/FCQ604QHELXCKK2.SMALL.jpg benben247 Sometimes shadows will disappear when rendering mental ray and ray trace, this vid will show you how to make sure that the shadows you cast will be there once rendering
By: benben247

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Mar 2013 07:59:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/3ds-Max-Tutorial-Essential-info-for-your-3d-view/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/HZG4/HELXCKKT/F76HZG4HELXCKKT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/HZG4/HELXCKKT/F76HZG4HELXCKKT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/HZG4/HELXCKKT/F76HZG4HELXCKKT.SMALL.jpg benben247 This will give you an insight to the many viewport settings available in 3ds max 2013 , making your workflow more efficient
By: benben247

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Mar 2013 07:59:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/3DS-Max-Tutorial-Biped-rigging-Animation-load-mult/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKG/OWXH/HELXCKKG/FKGOWXHHELXCKKG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKG/OWXH/HELXCKKG/FKGOWXHHELXCKKG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKG/OWXH/HELXCKKG/FKGOWXHHELXCKKG.SMALL.jpg benben247 This will show you how to load many different biped animations at once without doing a single keyframe of animation Many bip files are free. I will show you how to get and download these files and also the common pitfalls faced which can frustrate a newbie animator.
By: benben247

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Mar 2013 07:59:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-set-time-date-Quick-and-easily-on-your-ba/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHO/F7G7/HEI48A2H/FHOF7G7HEI48A2H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHO/F7G7/HEI48A2H/FHOF7G7HEI48A2H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHO/F7G7/HEI48A2H/FHOF7G7HEI48A2H.SMALL.jpg benben247 Fair enough it is not a big problem but a problem none the less each calender month if it does not have 31 days you will have to set the date for day date watches this shows you how to set it correctly so the day is on time and not am showing as pm etc
By: benben247

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 20 Mar 2013 04:51:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-bread-RECIPE/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTT/OJ29/HEBNATEZ/FTTOJ29HEBNATEZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTT/OJ29/HEBNATEZ/FTTOJ29HEBNATEZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTT/OJ29/HEBNATEZ/FTTOJ29HEBNATEZ.SMALL.jpg benben247 Make bread quickly at home, it is easier than you think this video shows you how. You will need the dough for 10 minutes after leave the dough to rise shape it to how you would like it ie into rolls or a loaf cover it and leave to rise once again then bake. The taste is incredible tastes straight fr...
By: benben247

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 19 Mar 2013 07:12:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tips-for-getting-the-most-out-of-your-half-valved-/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/IKE3/GXQPMMIE/FBDIKE3GXQPMMIE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/IKE3/GXQPMMIE/FBDIKE3GXQPMMIE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/IKE3/GXQPMMIE/FBDIKE3GXQPMMIE.SMALL.jpg OneHarp Hi folks! Here is the promised follow up to my video instructable about making your own harmonica valves! In this instructable, I discuss my approach to playing half-valved diatonic harmonicas. I discuss tips for good tone, getting good valved bends, blow vibrato, and legato playing. At the end I pl...
By: OneHarp

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 12 Mar 2013 15:28:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Emergency-handle/
Emergency handle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F36/5UZK/HDYZI57B/F365UZKHDYZI57B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F36/5UZK/HDYZI57B/F365UZKHDYZI57B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F36/5UZK/HDYZI57B/F365UZKHDYZI57B.SMALL.jpg dpagan12 I keep killing my hands on bags, sheet metal, plywood (I didn’t know you could get a 2” splinter in your palm); glass etc so I came up with this a handle without a bag. Provides a convenient way of carrying heavy plastic bags or any sheet material without the typical problem of “mangled hands”. Use ...
By: dpagan12

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 Mar 2013 21:37:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Unicycle-tips-for-the-beginner-and-things-import/
Unicycle - tips for the beginner and things importante' - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP7/1PRT/HD4VHRSC/FP71PRTHD4VHRSC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP7/1PRT/HD4VHRSC/FP71PRTHD4VHRSC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP7/1PRT/HD4VHRSC/FP71PRTHD4VHRSC.SMALL.jpg darrenhall Hi one and all - thought I would pop this on line as these few things I have discovered in my uni practice sessions have made a world of difference to my competence and move into enjoying the riding I do as opposed to a constant battle with the one wheeled beast. To follow are just a couple of hint...
By: darrenhall

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Feb 2013 11:59:24 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Useful-technical-tips-to-build-a-Rube-Goldberg-mac/
Useful technical tips to build a Rube Goldberg machine : Deconstructing photosynthesis - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXT/VHAH/HD7U1BNJ/FXTVHAHHD7U1BNJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXT/VHAH/HD7U1BNJ/FXTVHAHHD7U1BNJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXT/VHAH/HD7U1BNJ/FXTVHAHHD7U1BNJ.SMALL.jpg LaChapeliere This week-end we took part in The Deconstruction, as « The Carrots of Patagonia ». Our project was to deconstruct photosynthesis into a Rube Goldberg machine. Our machine starts with a light bulb and ends with a sugar cube. It was a way to show how incredibly complex this process is and how energy c...
By: LaChapeliere

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 26 Feb 2013 08:52:38 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Breaded-French-Fries/
How To Make Fries Crispy, And Fluffy, Breaded Or Not - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3M/QU44/HD4VFROY/F3MQU44HD4VFROY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3M/QU44/HD4VFROY/F3MQU44HD4VFROY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3M/QU44/HD4VFROY/F3MQU44HD4VFROY.SMALL.jpg sunshiine Breaded french fries are so tasty! If you don't like Paprika use a different seasoning such as red peppers or parsley. I made regular fries and the breaded fries and both turned out very crispy with fluffy centers.  Cooking crispy fries is very easy. The secret is soaking the peeled potato in a bo...
By: sunshiine

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Feb 2013 04:22:51 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Get-Soft-Bouncy-Curls/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/HHVY/HCJOH39X/FOUHHVYHCJOH39X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/HHVY/HCJOH39X/FOUHHVYHCJOH39X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/HHVY/HCJOH39X/FOUHHVYHCJOH39X.SMALL.jpg StyleUnited Want sexy, bouncy soft curls? We show you how in this video. Step-by-Step: You will need 2 different size curling irons, a 1' and 1 1/2"" and Pantene light hairspray. 1. Separate Hair into Different Sections. Start with lower layers first. Take a small section and run curling iron from top to bot...
By: StyleUnited

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 Feb 2013 17:48:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/tips-on-taking-stuff-apart/
tips on taking stuff apart - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/PQM7/HBNXUMWA/FR0PQM7HBNXUMWA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/PQM7/HBNXUMWA/FR0PQM7HBNXUMWA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/PQM7/HBNXUMWA/FR0PQM7HBNXUMWA.SMALL.jpg my wookie got a few things to make it easier and safer  setup get a towel, white works best, this is actually used to help keep you from loosing pieces, the cloth makes it hard to bounce and get lost and if its flat enough they are actually easier to see than on a hard surface. you may notice I'm just in m...
By: my wookie

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 Jan 2013 11:37:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Mondial-Hop-Yo-Yo-Tutorial-Luke-Renner/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAA/S34U/G5LEJX55/FAAS34UG5LEJX55.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAA/S34U/G5LEJX55/FAAS34UG5LEJX55.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAA/S34U/G5LEJX55/FAAS34UG5LEJX55.SMALL.jpg StringSlingerNM http://www.lukerenneryoyomagic.com The Mondial Hop yo-yo transition move demonstrated by Luke Renner.  Yo-Yo used in the demonstration is the Duncan Mondial along with the MagicYoYo N6 and T5.  The Mondial Hop is used in Pop N Fresh.  The Mondial yo-yo was originally created by Harry Bair and has a...
By: StringSlingerNM

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 2 Jan 2013 09:24:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-take-GREAT-photos-1/
How to take GREAT photos! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/VHKV/HAUNNPLA/F6PVHKVHAUNNPLA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/VHKV/HAUNNPLA/F6PVHKVHAUNNPLA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/VHKV/HAUNNPLA/F6PVHKVHAUNNPLA.SMALL.jpg babaloo02 Anyone can take good pictures with any camera, but i'm gonna tell you tips on how to take GREAT  pictures with any camera after  stealthiness This is a tip on having stealth when taking a picture.If you're trying to take a picture of something that could move any second, you need to move slowly a...
By: babaloo02

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 Jan 2013 11:05:11 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Waxed-Canvas-Camera-Bag/
DIY Waxed Canvas Camera Bag - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FME/AEWZ/HB58N9EW/FMEAEWZHB58N9EW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FME/AEWZ/HB58N9EW/FMEAEWZHB58N9EW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FME/AEWZ/HB58N9EW/FMEAEWZHB58N9EW.SMALL.jpg allenmowery Looking to put together a sexy camera bag?  Already have a messenger bag you want to carry your camera in?  Love the look and feel of waxed canvas bags but don't want to fork over the money to buy one new?  THIS TUTORIAL IS FOR YOU! Turn Your Messenger Bag Into a Camera Bag 1)  Get your bag. 2)...
By: allenmowery

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 28 Dec 2012 12:39:47 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/french-tips/
french tips - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBN/SPWB/HAUNMJMS/FBNSPWBHAUNMJMS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBN/SPWB/HAUNMJMS/FBNSPWBHAUNMJMS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBN/SPWB/HAUNMJMS/FBNSPWBHAUNMJMS.SMALL.jpg pianolover10124353 red tips for christmas.......... buy some price tag stickers and cut them in half then put them on her nail..... NOTE DO NOT PUT A CLEAR COAT ON BEFORE PUTING THE STICKER IT WILL NOT STICK!!!!!!!!!!! paint over it and let dry for one minute...when you remove the sticker it might be a little ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 23 Dec 2012 08:32:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Mystery-Wrist-Mount-Trick-N12-MagicYoYo-Shark-Tu/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL8/ZY9F/HAWSH2NU/FL8ZY9FHAWSH2NU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL8/ZY9F/HAWSH2NU/FL8ZY9FHAWSH2NU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL8/ZY9F/HAWSH2NU/FL8ZY9FHAWSH2NU.SMALL.jpg StringSlingerNM Mystery Wrist Mount Trick - N12 MagicYoYo Shark Tutorial - Luke Renner.  About the trick... It came out in the late 90's early 2000.  Alex Berenguel may be the creator of the trick.  This trick has been a difficult one to have a 100% identification on the name.  Thanks to Shannon Jackson and the Yos...
By: StringSlingerNM

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 21 Dec 2012 11:46:47 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-drum-shade-to-cover-an-existing-ceil/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKI/F8LR/HABDGP5Z/FKIF8LRHABDGP5Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKI/F8LR/HABDGP5Z/FKIF8LRHABDGP5Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKI/F8LR/HABDGP5Z/FKIF8LRHABDGP5Z.SMALL.jpg EYSpace Click here for a complete resource guide for this episode: http://www.engineeryourspace.com/Engineer_Your_Space/DIY_Drum_Shade_Ceiling_Fixture.html Do you like everything about your apartment, except for that unsightly ceiling light fixture? No need to replace it, just cover it up with a DIY drum s...
By: EYSpace

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 8 Dec 2012 06:20:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Proffessional-Photogrophy-Tips/
Proffessional Photogrophy Tips - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/6CM0/H9T4KSSH/FTC6CM0H9T4KSSH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/6CM0/H9T4KSSH/FTC6CM0H9T4KSSH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/6CM0/H9T4KSSH/FTC6CM0H9T4KSSH.SMALL.jpg MiscMaker This is one of my old but best photos and this will be a short instructable. In this instructable I'm going nto help you with your photography skills. Now always know the center of your photo you're taking. In the next step I'll show you what can help. Proffessional Photogrophy Tips (Four Line Cro...
By: MiscMaker

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 29 Nov 2012 18:56:44 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/New-compressor-handle/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ3/FBT9/H9T4CP0K/FZ3FBT9H9T4CP0K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ3/FBT9/H9T4CP0K/FZ3FBT9H9T4CP0K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ3/FBT9/H9T4CP0K/FZ3FBT9H9T4CP0K.SMALL.jpg Truehart Hooray!  Finally, my first 'ible.  I've done quite a bit of lurking and commenting, but never had the time (or forward thinking) to produce my own, so bare with me as I stumble through the editing process.  That said, let me tell you about one of my latest projects. I got my 10 gal Powermate compre...
By: Truehart

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 29 Nov 2012 08:04:15 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/My-Workshop-Lab-Organized/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFH/I50P/H9G10P4J/FFHI50PH9G10P4J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFH/I50P/H9G10P4J/FFHI50PH9G10P4J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFH/I50P/H9G10P4J/FFHI50PH9G10P4J.SMALL.jpg ASCAS Here are some pictures of my lab where I do most of my electronic projects. I also labeled them with info. Most of metal, plastic and woodworking are done outside our house, in a separate shed. I posted this guide, since it could help and inspire people in cleaning their rooms, having a better acces...
By: ASCAS

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 16 Nov 2012 08:35:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Wax-Seal-Trick/
Wax Seal Trick - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPS/7F7P/H9G0SHW3/FPS7F7PH9G0SHW3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPS/7F7P/H9G0SHW3/FPS7F7PH9G0SHW3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPS/7F7P/H9G0SHW3/FPS7F7PH9G0SHW3.SMALL.jpg thistleandleaves This comes to me via my friend Haley Moore. She’s been working on a fantastic Kickstarter campaign called Laser Lace Letters. (Check it out here: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/toenolla/laser-lace-letters) Over the last weekend I got to sit in on a small demo she did with wax seals. We designed...
By: thistleandleaves

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 Nov 2012 15:05:45 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Stop-motion-animation-Here-are-some-different-thi/
Stop motion animation? Here are some different things you can try - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSF/KOKV/H8RVD7NJ/FSFKOKVH8RVD7NJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSF/KOKV/H8RVD7NJ/FSFKOKVH8RVD7NJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSF/KOKV/H8RVD7NJ/FSFKOKVH8RVD7NJ.SMALL.jpg tayeden I decided to create an instructable on the different types of stop motion animation that you can do. Most people are not familiar with all types of animation so i'm going to show you a few and give you some quick tips on each one! White board animation My favourite white board animation is a ra...
By: tayeden

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Nov 2012 09:35:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DSO-Nano-V2-Guide/
DSO Nano V2 Guide - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/ICX4/H8I449LW/F2TICX4H8I449LW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/ICX4/H8I449LW/F2TICX4H8I449LW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/ICX4/H8I449LW/F2TICX4H8I449LW.SMALL.jpg DrNicker So just a little while ago i received my DSO Nano V2 from an Instructables Contest!  Decided what better way to thank instructables than to put together a little user guide for it.  The following is just a simple explanation and some previews of how to use it. Not all information is my own.  Som...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 3 Nov 2012 19:28:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-the-Perfect-Pot-of-Tea/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/9S84/H8W1VSSJ/FD99S84H8W1VSSJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/9S84/H8W1VSSJ/FD99S84H8W1VSSJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/9S84/H8W1VSSJ/FD99S84H8W1VSSJ.SMALL.jpg LifeStyleWebTV Do you know the secret to brewing a perfect pot of tea?
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Windows 7 Tip - Change a folder's icon & have the Instructables Robot as your icon for your Instructables Folder! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/R373/H8FYPQWY/F87R373H8FYPQWY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/R373/H8FYPQWY/F87R373H8FYPQWY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/R373/H8FYPQWY/F87R373H8FYPQWY.SMALL.jpg JDTagish So, you've been hanging out reading tons of 'ibles and have been saving PDF's and screenshots for projects you'd like to try one of these days, and now you need a folder on your desktop or in your documents folder so store them, right? Sure, you could just leave it looking like all of the other des...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Oct 2012 22:11:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Cross-Link-Your-Craigslist-Ads/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1O/OD94/H8CVFQIO/F1OOD94H8CVFQIO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1O/OD94/H8CVFQIO/F1OOD94H8CVFQIO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1O/OD94/H8CVFQIO/F1OOD94H8CVFQIO.SMALL.jpg mr2monster When posting ads on craigslist, a great way to get more traffic to your items is to cross link your ads so that people can see all the items you have listed. In this video, I show you how I do that. Enjoy!
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 20 Oct 2012 23:36:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tips-on-how-to-come-up-with-thoughtful-gift-ideas-/
Tips on how to come up with thoughtful gift ideas for your partner - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIY/MGKP/H8AZRTRU/FIYMGKPH8AZRTRU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIY/MGKP/H8AZRTRU/FIYMGKPH8AZRTRU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIY/MGKP/H8AZRTRU/FIYMGKPH8AZRTRU.SMALL.jpg LeahHawks (FoodNotions) To me, the saying, “It’s the thought that counts”, means more than simply “remembering to buy someone a gift because it’s their birthday” - or any other occasion, for that matter. A meaningful present doesn’t have to cost a lot. No matter how much time or money you spend on your idea, it should be...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Oct 2012 22:26:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Chocolate-French-Macarons-Recipe-and-Tips-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOI/2E76/H82U11HO/FOI2E76H82U11HO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOI/2E76/H82U11HO/FOI2E76H82U11HO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOI/2E76/H82U11HO/FOI2E76H82U11HO.SMALL.jpg TheDailyDIY Making French macarons is a sweet yet complicated science. These delicate cookies require lots of attention and some special kitchen know-how, but with a little help from our video, you'll feel like a Parisian pastry chef in no time. And if you don't, well, we still encourage you to eat any and all ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 12 Oct 2012 09:43:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Your-Own-Succulent-Wreath/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGG/QND9/H82U0VJ8/FGGQND9H82U0VJ8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGG/QND9/H82U0VJ8/FGGQND9H82U0VJ8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGG/QND9/H82U0VJ8/FGGQND9H82U0VJ8.SMALL.jpg TheDailyDIY The arrival of autumn doesn't have to mean the end of all fresh growth for the foreseeable future. As the leaves start to fall, keep some foliage thriving with a homemade succulent wreath. Taysia Scarano, author of the blog Succulents and Saucepans, showed us how to make one that's perfect as a door...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 9 Oct 2012 11:49:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Zero-Clearance-Table-Saw-Insert/
Zero Clearance Table Saw Insert - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR9/XWEN/H7S4JEX0/FR9XWENH7S4JEX0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR9/XWEN/H7S4JEX0/FR9XWENH7S4JEX0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR9/XWEN/H7S4JEX0/FR9XWENH7S4JEX0.SMALL.jpg noahw Here's how to install a zero clearance table saw insert on your table saw.  Instructions on how to install a zero clearance table saw insert aren't really that useful, since the item comes with instructions.  I'm writing this really just to share how useful zero clearance table saw inserts can be wh...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 3 Oct 2012 10:31:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Using-an-iPhone-to-Shoot-Time-Lapses/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Y/55OJ/H6MYPR1Q/F6Y55OJH6MYPR1Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Y/55OJ/H6MYPR1Q/F6Y55OJH6MYPR1Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Y/55OJ/H6MYPR1Q/F6Y55OJH6MYPR1Q.SMALL.jpg timcarlielle Timelapses are all the rage. Or at least, a large fraction of the rage. But they require expensive equipment and years of practise to do, right? Wrong. Follow this video tutorial, and you'll be making professional timelapses in minutes, using only an iPhone. 
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 5 Sep 2012 06:52:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sleeve-organiser/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHQ/ZEV8/H5Y9VZNU/FHQZEV8H5Y9VZNU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHQ/ZEV8/H5Y9VZNU/FHQZEV8H5Y9VZNU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHQ/ZEV8/H5Y9VZNU/FHQZEV8H5Y9VZNU.SMALL.jpg rakesh sham I have a lot of sleeves lying around. These are typically one meter in length and are a bit cumbersome to organize because I have sleeves in different sizes and three or four colors in each size. My first method was to cram all the sleeves into a clear plastic bag and store it. This method was not h...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 13:36:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wire-reel-holder-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/XVFW/H5ED960G/FB2XVFWH5ED960G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/XVFW/H5ED960G/FB2XVFWH5ED960G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/XVFW/H5ED960G/FB2XVFWH5ED960G.SMALL.jpg rakesh sham Intro: Wire reel holder I frequently use single strand wire a lot of time for quick soldering connections. It was a bit cumbersome to get wire out from the wire reel. To make the wire handy, this ultra simple wire reel holder is very helpful to me. I know that this is very simple and fast to make, b...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 13:00:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wire-reel-holder/
Wire reel holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F32/NDPE/H5TVBBRO/F32NDPEH5TVBBRO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F32/NDPE/H5TVBBRO/F32NDPEH5TVBBRO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F32/NDPE/H5TVBBRO/F32NDPEH5TVBBRO.SMALL.jpg rakesh sham            I frequently use single strand wire a lot of time for quick soldering connections. It was a bit cumbersome to get wire out from the wire reel. To make the wire handy, this ultra simple wire reel holder is very helpful to me. I know that this is very simple and fast to make, but thought it...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 12:48:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Soldering-Surface-Mount-without-A-Solder-Gun/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTR/VKRK/H5R9EZ41/FTRVKRKH5R9EZ41.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTR/VKRK/H5R9EZ41/FTRVKRKH5R9EZ41.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTR/VKRK/H5R9EZ41/FTRVKRKH5R9EZ41.SMALL.jpg DrNicker So I've been working on a new technique for re-melting the solder on surface mount devices.  The problem being that some have pads underneath the chip themselves that cant be reached with a gun.  Normally you would use a hot air gun to heat the entire thing up, or an oven, but I don't have those too...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Aug 2012 07:34:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sound-Responsive-Circuit/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG0/KVS0/H5R9EXXG/FG0KVS0H5R9EXXG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG0/KVS0/H5R9EXXG/FG0KVS0H5R9EXXG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG0/KVS0/H5R9EXXG/FG0KVS0H5R9EXXG.SMALL.jpg DrNicker An easy way to make any circuit sound responsive.   You can easily make any circuit you're working on sound responsive. I will be showing how to do this with an electret microphone.  Some people choose to use a 1/8" input (headphone jack) but I prefer a microphone so the entire system is stand alon...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 Aug 2012 19:16:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-DC-Motor/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Y/EUDO/H5R9EXVX/F3YEUDOH5R9EXVX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Y/EUDO/H5R9EXVX/F3YEUDOH5R9EXVX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Y/EUDO/H5R9EXVX/F3YEUDOH5R9EXVX.SMALL.jpg DrNicker This will show you how you can make a simple DC motor.  The motor isn't exactly useful but it's a great demonstration on how DC motors works and can be a cool desk-top decoration You simply bend paperclips to form slots at the end and connect them to the ends of a battery.  Then wrap wire around a ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 Aug 2012 19:07:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fixing-14-Cables/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB7/LQVI/H5R9EXTV/FB7LQVIH5R9EXTV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB7/LQVI/H5R9EXTV/FB7LQVIH5R9EXTV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB7/LQVI/H5R9EXTV/FB7LQVIH5R9EXTV.SMALL.jpg DrNicker Being a musician I've had a lot of issues with 1/4" cables.  They take quite a beating over time and tend to quit on you.  Most times I am able to open them up and find that the joints at the wire-plug connection have broken.  It's very easy to fix them and can save you some money if this is a regul...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 Aug 2012 18:08:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Atmega-Programming-with-USBtinyISP-and-Arduino/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/R7FF/H5R9EXQ9/F6JR7FFH5R9EXQ9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/R7FF/H5R9EXQ9/F6JR7FFH5R9EXQ9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/R7FF/H5R9EXQ9/F6JR7FFH5R9EXQ9.SMALL.jpg DrNicker This is to show how you can program an Amtel Atmega chip using a USB AVR programmer.  I have chosen the USBtinyISP v3.0 to program.  I picked mine up on ebay for i think $10.  I will also be using the Arduino software, because it is free and I like the language it uses.  You are welcome to use any s...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 Aug 2012 17:52:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/74HC595-Shift-register/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG5/L3YO/H5TUB0CK/FG5L3YOH5TUB0CK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG5/L3YO/H5TUB0CK/FG5L3YOH5TUB0CK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG5/L3YO/H5TUB0CK/FG5L3YOH5TUB0CK.SMALL.jpg DrNicker This will be a quick start guide to the 74HC595 Shift register.   The shift register operates in a fairly simple way, but can be modified to become very complicated but very useful. The basic concept is you have 8 output pins from the 74HC595.  For this example lets just say these are sent through...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 Aug 2012 12:50:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fluorescent-Lamps/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/U5KR/H5E9PTIS/FS2U5KRH5E9PTIS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/U5KR/H5E9PTIS/FS2U5KRH5E9PTIS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/U5KR/H5E9PTIS/FS2U5KRH5E9PTIS.SMALL.jpg DrNicker The Fluorescent lamp is a common and growing technology today.  This will be a quick explanation of how it works. There are three basic parts to a Fluorescent lamp system.  The lamp, the starter, and the ballast.   The lamp has two electrodes (one at each end), a phosphor coating, and mercury and ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 Aug 2012 12:44:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Button-Keypad-Microcontroller/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Q/KM63/H5ED8CW4/F2QKM63H5ED8CW4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Q/KM63/H5ED8CW4/F2QKM63H5ED8CW4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Q/KM63/H5ED8CW4/F2QKM63H5ED8CW4.SMALL.jpg DrNicker Simple method for creating a custom button keypad that doesn't require separate hardware.  Just your microcontroller buttons a few resistors. First take a look at the schematic. What we have here is 9 buttons and 6 signal lines (3 inputs, 3 outputs).  The basic setup is in a grid pattern where the...
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