http://www.instructables.com Sat, 25 May 2013 06:49:25 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Lye-Free-Liquid-Castile-Soap-from-your-Kitc/
Make "Lye-Free" Liquid Castile Soap from your Kitchen - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGA/RHAK/HF23QPNU/FGARHAKHF23QPNU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGA/RHAK/HF23QPNU/FGARHAKHF23QPNU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGA/RHAK/HF23QPNU/FGARHAKHF23QPNU.SMALL.jpg OSSC This particular recipe is a base process to start making your own liquid castile soap from home.  It is repeated in several articles, books, and internet sites as being “lye-free” However, please keep in mind that all soap has had some form of lye in it at one point or another (if you can find a rec...
By: OSSC

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Apr 2013 09:39:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Remove-Brass-Finish/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/NH8Z/HEBN816C/F76NH8ZHEBN816C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/NH8Z/HEBN816C/F76NH8ZHEBN816C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/NH8Z/HEBN816C/F76NH8ZHEBN816C.SMALL.jpg rustyknuckles Recently I purchased in bulk for one of our projects and by mistake, ordered the wrong finish on our D Rings for our leather belt loops. Instead of wasting time and money to send the D Rings back, I started researching about how to remove brass electro plating from the nickel plated finish that we o...
By: rustyknuckles

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Mar 2013 08:40:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Dish-Soap-Apron-And-Dish-Soap-Recipe/
Dish Soap Apron And Dish Soap Recipe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0V/PS09/HAQ2ZQPY/F0VPS09HAQ2ZQPY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0V/PS09/HAQ2ZQPY/F0VPS09HAQ2ZQPY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0V/PS09/HAQ2ZQPY/F0VPS09HAQ2ZQPY.SMALL.jpg sunshiine I have been looking at ingredients in homemade soaps and have been reading the comments from readers who have tried them. Almost everyone agreed the dishes came clean, but the soaps had low suds and the solutions were runny. Some people complained that the soap left a residue on the dishes. Others l...
By: sunshiine

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 Jan 2013 10:12:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Redneck-Power-Brush/
Redneck Power Brush - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9E/R6WP/HAWBWIHE/F9ER6WPHAWBWIHE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9E/R6WP/HAWBWIHE/F9ER6WPHAWBWIHE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9E/R6WP/HAWBWIHE/F9ER6WPHAWBWIHE.SMALL.jpg liquidhandwash This project came about because the house was starting to look like a vampires nest with all the dirt and spider webs everywhere and I would like to start painting the place. Trouble is those spiders web are really difficult to get off and using a pressure washer just seem to spread them around, and...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 29 Dec 2012 05:08:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Remove-INK-from-suede/
Remove INK from suede! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/FHF8/H8RVBMCM/FR0FHF8H8RVBMCM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/FHF8/H8RVBMCM/FR0FHF8H8RVBMCM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/FHF8/H8RVBMCM/FR0FHF8H8RVBMCM.SMALL.jpg JDTagish CAUTION:  Undertake at your own risk!  I would strongly suggest you TEST the color fastness of your suede on an unseen portion PRIOR to stain removal!!! Removing ANY stain from suede can be tricky, especially if the suede is a lighter color.  My particular pieces of suede were not dyed to have the ...
By: JDTagish

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Oct 2012 11:31:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Home-made-Leather-Preserver-and-Waterproofing/
Home-made Leather Preserver and Waterproofing - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX6/O3EE/H7PDMB3N/FX6O3EEH7PDMB3N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX6/O3EE/H7PDMB3N/FX6O3EEH7PDMB3N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX6/O3EE/H7PDMB3N/FX6O3EEH7PDMB3N.SMALL.jpg Gareth0123 I have a Kangaroo leather Aussie ranchers style hat, which is now 3 years old and has never been either cleaned, nourished or re-waterproofed. Now that we are in Autumn and moving into Winter I thought it was about time I did something to maintain and weatherproof my hat, along with several other l...
By: Gareth0123

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Oct 2012 12:24:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/5-Ways-to-Clean-a-Funky-Water-Bottle/
5 Ways to Clean a Funky Water Bottle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDS/6VGT/H7QCU6TN/FDS6VGTH7QCU6TN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDS/6VGT/H7QCU6TN/FDS6VGTH7QCU6TN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDS/6VGT/H7QCU6TN/FDS6VGTH7QCU6TN.SMALL.jpg noahw Here are 5 effective ways to get funky smells and odors out of your Klean Kanteen, or any other water bottle for that matter. Klean Kanteen has a website that covers these methods - some of the suggested tactics work better than others.  Check out the following methods and learn which ones work bes...
By: noahw

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Oct 2012 11:09:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Home-Made-Laundry-Detergent/
Make Your Own Laundry Detergent - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYY/RJW9/H6S49F0Q/FYYRJW9H6S49F0Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYY/RJW9/H6S49F0Q/FYYRJW9H6S49F0Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYY/RJW9/H6S49F0Q/FYYRJW9H6S49F0Q.SMALL.jpg karalalala This is an easy home made laundry detergent. It's much easier on the skin, wallet and environment than the regular stuff. I was a bit dubious at first, but it does a great job of cleaning our clothes. It removes dirt and mud stains really well. For greasy stains I pre-treat the spots by making some...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 7 Sep 2012 19:46:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Remove-Marker-Damage-from-Furniture/
How to Remove Marker Damage from Furniture - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F59/UYZD/H5F2Z2BN/F59UYZDH5F2Z2BN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F59/UYZD/H5F2Z2BN/F59UYZDH5F2Z2BN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F59/UYZD/H5F2Z2BN/F59UYZDH5F2Z2BN.SMALL.jpg sosclosetsandfurniture From time to time everyone has had accidental marker or pen marks on furniture.  The furniture I am currently working on belongs to a mom with three small children.  There are a lot of marker scribbles! Supplies Needed The materials you need are: laquer thinner soft cotton cloth steel wool (###)...
By: sosclosetsandfurniture

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 Aug 2012 21:33:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Remove-Labels-and-Stickers-with-lighter-fl/
How To Remove Labels and Stickers (with lighter fluid) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGC/RLNH/GXDWY6KR/FGCRLNHGXDWY6KR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGC/RLNH/GXDWY6KR/FGCRLNHGXDWY6KR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGC/RLNH/GXDWY6KR/FGCRLNHGXDWY6KR.SMALL.jpg skajorinne I collect a lot of new/used media such as books and DVDs and prefer them without any price labels or "Now a Major Motion Picture"  declarations. A lot of people don't care about the labels on the backs of books or plastered onto the front of DVDs but I personally can't stand them and opt to take the...
By: skajorinne

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 14 Jan 2012 08:54:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-spray-bottle-that-works-in-any-direc/
How to Make a Spray Bottle That Works in any Direction/Position - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F30/PE5E/H4VQL0IM/F30PE5EH4VQL0IM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F30/PE5E/H4VQL0IM/F30PE5EH4VQL0IM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F30/PE5E/H4VQL0IM/F30PE5EH4VQL0IM.SMALL.jpg DIYHacksAndHowTos Spray bottles are iconic household items. Whether you are spraying cleaners on a counter top or misting water on your plants, they are quite useful but they have some limitations. They can only operate when the end of the suction tube is submerged in the liquid. They have no problem as long the ...
By: DIYHacksAndHowTos

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Jul 2012 09:19:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Carbage-Collector-2000/
Carbage Collector 2000 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUM/OHQ2/H2WEXP30/FUMOHQ2H2WEXP30.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUM/OHQ2/H2WEXP30/FUMOHQ2H2WEXP30.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUM/OHQ2/H2WEXP30/FUMOHQ2H2WEXP30.SMALL.jpg Physicsfinalproject Have you ever knocked over your recycle bin? Have you ever wanted to use only one cleaning tool instead of two? The solutions is to make and use the Carbage Collector 200. It is a simple garbage collector that collects garbage with just a simple push!  Materials:     - Plastic Container     - Metal...
By: Physicsfinalproject

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 11 Jun 2012 22:29:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-remove-gum-from-clothes/
How to remove gum from clothes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FG3/3YSJ/F3435T7H/FG33YSJF3435T7H.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FG3/3YSJ/F3435T7H/FG33YSJF3435T7H.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FG3/3YSJ/F3435T7H/FG33YSJF3435T7H.SMALL.jpg kqrpnb Kids will be kids! Even though mine are not allowed to chew gum, that did not stop my not-quite-youngest from getting gum on his NEW karate uniform!! Actually, we do not know who got the gum on his pants, but that is not important for this Instructable (anyone want to tackle "How to find out who r...
By: kqrpnb

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 19 Jun 2007 19:53:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Clean-Your-Chuck-Taylors/
How to Clean Your Chuck Taylors - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJU/71GE/H0RWINS7/FJU71GEH0RWINS7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJU/71GE/H0RWINS7/FJU71GEH0RWINS7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJU/71GE/H0RWINS7/FJU71GEH0RWINS7.SMALL.jpg orviseatsapples If you're like me, you wear Chucks for just about any occasion: school, business, casual date, you name it. You can even pull them off with a cute summer dress ... except when they're super dirty. Lucky for you, they're easy to clean. To get your Chucks lookin' new, you'll need a few basic material...
By: orviseatsapples

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 8 Apr 2012 21:09:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-and-Easy-Reusable-Swiffer-Wet-Jet-Pads/
Cheap and Easy Reusable Swiffer Wet-Jet Pads - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSF/BCA9/H0GGYGVE/FSFBCA9H0GGYGVE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSF/BCA9/H0GGYGVE/FSFBCA9H0GGYGVE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSF/BCA9/H0GGYGVE/FSFBCA9H0GGYGVE.SMALL.jpg DredPirateAngE Hi.  This is my first Instructable.  This is very low-tech and very humble.  Those of you (Instructabelers....Instructabilians...Instructabillys?).. ..that do these high-tech genius projects, man, you guys are so much cooler than I.  I mostly like to find minute ways to make my life easier.  I'm sup...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 31 Mar 2012 11:47:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Avoiding-Chemicals-To-Clean-A-Porcelain-Sink/
How To Clean A Porcelain Sink - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLS/TW4J/GYR35OA2/FLSTW4JGYR35OA2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLS/TW4J/GYR35OA2/FLSTW4JGYR35OA2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLS/TW4J/GYR35OA2/FLSTW4JGYR35OA2.SMALL.jpg sunshiine Every-time that I clean my stove top; I get black marks in my porcelain sink.  I have been avoiding harsh chemicals to clean my house so this Instructable is how I clean my sink using friendlier products.  My sink is the original sink from the late 30's.  There have been many tenants over the years ...
By: sunshiine

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 Feb 2012 19:14:27 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Remove-Grease-Splatter-And-Gunk/
How To Remove Grease Splatter And Gunk - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP1/J8XC/GYQFHJNR/FP1J8XCGYQFHJNR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP1/J8XC/GYQFHJNR/FP1J8XCGYQFHJNR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP1/J8XC/GYQFHJNR/FP1J8XCGYQFHJNR.SMALL.jpg sunshiine Cleaning surfaces that have grease build up and gunk can be a taunting task.  I have always been good about cleaning my stove top after I use it,  so it does not build up.  The past few weeks I have not felt well, so you can see the terrible mess I had to clean up. My husband bought this stove for h...
By: sunshiine

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 Feb 2012 18:06:19 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-liquid-soap-from-a-bar/
How to make liquid soap from a bar - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGQ/OU6X/GKLJ62GW/FGQOU6XGKLJ62GW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGQ/OU6X/GKLJ62GW/FGQOU6XGKLJ62GW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGQ/OU6X/GKLJ62GW/FGQOU6XGKLJ62GW.SMALL.jpg mconangla By doing a very simple process we will be able to transform our soap bar to liquid soap. This will help us to exploit the strengths and advantages these two states of the material bring to us. On one side the solid state, ideal for storage and transportation of soap. On the other hand the liquid sta...
By: mconangla

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 Feb 2011 15:39:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Swiffer-Mop-Pad-a-reusable-one!/
Swiffer Mop Pad (a reusable one!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FS7/832H/F2ZML4ZY/FS7832HF2ZML4ZY.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FS7/832H/F2ZML4ZY/FS7832HF2ZML4ZY.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FS7/832H/F2ZML4ZY/FS7832HF2ZML4ZY.SMALL.jpg kibblesnknits Sew a reusable pad out of old t-shirts and a wool blanket for your Swiffer-type mop.I do not like using disposable cleaning products. I cloth diaper my kids and I use washcloths instead of paper towels. But my Swiffer mop is so convenient! It seemed to me that it was time to stop using disposable m...
By: kibblesnknits

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Jun 2007 19:55:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/pannier-organizer-ver-1/
pannier organizer (ver. 1) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUB/OVDZ/GVM7E558/FUBOVDZGVM7E558.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUB/OVDZ/GVM7E558/FUBOVDZGVM7E558.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUB/OVDZ/GVM7E558/FUBOVDZGVM7E558.SMALL.jpg foobear Lately I've been experiencing a low-grade frustration with my bicycle pannier which  has turned into a bucket-o-chaos.  This instructable will document my first attempt to straighten it up a little. materials cardboard remnants ($2.50) stretch elastic ($2.79) sticky a** glue measuring tape cl...
By: foobear

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 30 Nov 2011 05:29:45 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Wash-Stuffed-Animals/
How To Wash Stuffed Animals - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZO/QLQY/GUVTYLNL/FZOQLQYGUVTYLNL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZO/QLQY/GUVTYLNL/FZOQLQYGUVTYLNL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZO/QLQY/GUVTYLNL/FZOQLQYGUVTYLNL.SMALL.jpg hippie_mama "Surface Wash Only" is a myth.  Standard stuffed animal toys can be submerged and washed carefully.  I'll show you how to rescue your most loveable (and roughly loved) from being discarded on the grounds of being "unsanitary." Select a Creature Find one that really needs a bath.  This guy has a m...
By: hippie_mama

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 14 Nov 2011 21:03:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Knitted-Swiffer-Pad/
Knitted Swiffer Pad - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOL/R8HU/GUPCC78X/FOLR8HUGUPCC78X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOL/R8HU/GUPCC78X/FOLR8HUGUPCC78X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOL/R8HU/GUPCC78X/FOLR8HUGUPCC78X.SMALL.jpg Ginny Antonic I really hated using the old fashioned sponge mops (or really any sponges for that matter) because once you use them, they're all full of dirt, and then you're just spreading your old nasty mess around your floor over and over again, which is just gross! So of course when the Swiffers and other bra...
By: Ginny Antonic

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 Nov 2011 19:08:36 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Lemonade-and-clean-your-microwave/
Make Lemonade and clean your microwave - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ3/R9SA/GTIEWUSP/FZ3R9SAGTIEWUSP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ3/R9SA/GTIEWUSP/FZ3R9SAGTIEWUSP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ3/R9SA/GTIEWUSP/FZ3R9SAGTIEWUSP.SMALL.jpg CHARLESCRANFORD You can easily clean your microwave and make lemonade, at the same time. In this Instructable, Microwave oven will be called a Microwave.  I know Microwaves are different than Microwave ovens,just like drill motors are different than drills, but most people refer to them as drills just like most peo...
By: CHARLESCRANFORD

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 8 Oct 2011 23:40:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fabulous-Ironing-Board-Cover/
Fabulous Ironing Board Cover - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FUA/7ZRF/F35J1L9J/FUA7ZRFF35J1L9J.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FUA/7ZRF/F35J1L9J/FUA7ZRFF35J1L9J.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FUA/7ZRF/F35J1L9J/FUA7ZRFF35J1L9J.SMALL.jpg bleuview Make the menial task of ironing something spectacular!!Cover that cold metal ironing board with something cheerful and lively!!MATERIALS:1 3/4 Yards Cotton or Linen 45" or 60"1 3/4 Yards Non Fusible Fleece 4 Yards Extra Wide Double Fold Bias Tape4 Yards 3/8" Elastic2 ButtonsPLEASE NOTE: that all m...
By: bleuview

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Jun 2007 13:03:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Roomba-filters/
DIY Roomba filters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXR/KKRJ/GO8DCAYE/FXRKKRJGO8DCAYE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXR/KKRJ/GO8DCAYE/FXRKKRJGO8DCAYE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXR/KKRJ/GO8DCAYE/FXRKKRJGO8DCAYE.SMALL.jpg cyborgworkshop I love my roombas, I have one on each floor. They don't take the place of a regular run of the vacuum, but they do make it a once a week thing instead of a once every other day.  But after 5 to 8 runs, the roomba filters are pretty much shot and even blowing them out doesn't restore them back to bra...
By: cyborgworkshop

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 May 2011 16:48:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cleaning-your-oven-without-poisonous-earth-destro/
Cleaning your oven without poisonous, earth destroying chemicals - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMQ/V2VU/GO5IHLPY/FMQV2VUGO5IHLPY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMQ/V2VU/GO5IHLPY/FMQV2VUGO5IHLPY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMQ/V2VU/GO5IHLPY/FMQV2VUGO5IHLPY.SMALL.jpg ejarrell A few steps on how to quickly get rid of the grime and debris that make your kitchen smell horrible every time you turn on your oven.  Things You Will Need Baking Soda Vinegar  A bowl or a squirt bottle (Preferably a squirt bottle) A dirty oven A spatula   First things...
By: ejarrell

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 May 2011 08:31:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Soft-Soap-Surface-Spiffer/
Soft Soap Surface Spiffer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPK/NPV1/GNNUW82N/FPKNPV1GNNUW82N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPK/NPV1/GNNUW82N/FPKNPV1GNNUW82N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPK/NPV1/GNNUW82N/FPKNPV1GNNUW82N.SMALL.jpg Ex Machina Here is a semi-solid cleaning solution for delicate surfaces; microwave oven doors, glass-top ovens (MUCH less expensive than the commercial products), table tops, car interiors, windows, walls, and just about anything else that isn't harmed by water. Microfiber cleaning cloths are ideal for soft su...
By: Ex Machina

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 May 2011 23:19:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cleaning-Techniques-That-SaveTime-Money-And-A-Mi/
Cleaning Techniques That Save/Time/ Money And A Miracle Odor Destroyer! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/IQRN/GNOD6CJ3/FFNIQRNGNOD6CJ3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/IQRN/GNOD6CJ3/FFNIQRNGNOD6CJ3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/IQRN/GNOD6CJ3/FFNIQRNGNOD6CJ3.SMALL.jpg sunshiine   How many of us enjoy a quiet Sunday spending the entire day doing our own thing? How many of us would cherish an opportunity to do just that? This tutorial might be the answer you are looking for. Here are some ideas to help you get more benefits from your hard labour and help your products wo...
By: sunshiine

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 May 2011 23:46:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Super-Citrusy-Room-and-Linen-Spray/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2V/F0JU/GNOD6A2G/F2VF0JUGNOD6A2G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2V/F0JU/GNOD6A2G/F2VF0JUGNOD6A2G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2V/F0JU/GNOD6A2G/F2VF0JUGNOD6A2G.SMALL.jpg annahowardshaw Don't throw out the perfectly good spray bottles that perfumes or other over-priced beauty products are sold in.  We probably pay more for that bottle than for the product anyway!  Instead, reuse the packaging to make new, and adorable, cleaning products.  This project is a great room or linen spr...
By: annahowardshaw

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 May 2011 16:17:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Iron-Skillet-Seasoning-Modification/
Iron Skillet Seasoning & Modification - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUV/6XFJ/GNBEV48L/FUV6XFJGNBEV48L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUV/6XFJ/GNBEV48L/FUV6XFJGNBEV48L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUV/6XFJ/GNBEV48L/FUV6XFJGNBEV48L.SMALL.jpg dlewisa Updated, improved, and much, much more efficient and energy saving. Changes are in step 7. I've long thought that the classic standard of American kitchens, the iron skillet needed a little work. Lodge makes great inexpensive skillets and other cast iron cookware, but my big gripe about their produ...
By: dlewisa

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 May 2011 11:57:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/What-You-Never-Knew-About-Doing-the-Dishes-With-a-/
What You Never Knew About Doing the Dishes With a Sponge - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQD/D2DU/GNFSJ1G7/FQDD2DUGNFSJ1G7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQD/D2DU/GNFSJ1G7/FQDD2DUGNFSJ1G7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQD/D2DU/GNFSJ1G7/FQDD2DUGNFSJ1G7.SMALL.jpg aboddy After living with college roommates that couldn't seem to do the dishes properly, I realized I had to get the word out there about proper dishwashing duty. Dishsoap and Sponges The first thing to realize is that dishwashing is not about sanitizing (killing the bacteria and viruses on) your dishe...
By: aboddy

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 May 2011 00:44:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/APRON-OF-HOLDING/
APRON OF HOLDING - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/9J3E/GNFSJQYF/F2T9J3EGNFSJQYF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/9J3E/GNFSJQYF/F2T9J3EGNFSJQYF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/9J3E/GNFSJQYF/F2T9J3EGNFSJQYF.SMALL.jpg iminthebathroom Everyone has a Bag of Holding these days, but no one has an Apron of Holding. With its multiple ridged pockets always held open to receive, its various soft pockets to hold things close and a glowing natural 20 die to save you in the event of a spring cleaning avalanche; truly this is the batman uti...
By: iminthebathroom

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 8 May 2011 12:16:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Baseboard-cleaning-tool/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FED/AWXB/GN77WE4T/FEDAWXBGN77WE4T.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FED/AWXB/GN77WE4T/FEDAWXBGN77WE4T.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FED/AWXB/GN77WE4T/FEDAWXBGN77WE4T.SMALL.jpg knife141 I hate cleaning.  I also hate having to squat down on the floor.  Therefore, cleaning baseboards is not high on my list of fun things to do.  So, one day I decided to make a baseboard cleaning tool that would be easy to use, not require much effort, and let me do this dirty deed while standing up....
By: knife141

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 4 May 2011 18:46:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Green-Cleaning-Recipes/
Homemade Green Cleaning Recipes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVB/8L9D/GN4CZM5M/FVB8L9DGN4CZM5M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVB/8L9D/GN4CZM5M/FVB8L9DGN4CZM5M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVB/8L9D/GN4CZM5M/FVB8L9DGN4CZM5M.SMALL.jpg jessyratfink Clean nearly everything in your house with simple and non-toxic ingredients. Whether you're worried about the chemicals you're using, wanting to save money, or hoping to save yourself from all those horrible added dyes and fragrances - these recipes are for you! Ingredients Used In These Recipes...
By: jessyratfink

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 May 2011 14:58:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Unusual-Use-for-Tooth-Paste-Shoe-Cleaner/
Unusual Use for Tooth Paste: Shoe Cleaner! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/5IMZ/GMYN9UO7/FM25IMZGMYN9UO7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/5IMZ/GMYN9UO7/FM25IMZGMYN9UO7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/5IMZ/GMYN9UO7/FM25IMZGMYN9UO7.SMALL.jpg friendship12396 Surprisingly, tooth paste works well on shoes by taking off scuff and other marks. It is sticky and can pull out most stains from your shoes. Here is the list of supplies that you need: ~An old scuffed or marked pair of shoes ~An old tube of tooth paste (or a new one if you prefer) ( and it can't b...
By: friendship12396

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 26 Apr 2011 07:40:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Help-take-the-pain-of-breaking-in-new-boots/
How to soften up new boots. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYL/2FYQ/GKLIWFY2/FYL2FYQGKLIWFY2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYL/2FYQ/GKLIWFY2/FYL2FYQGKLIWFY2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYL/2FYQ/GKLIWFY2/FYL2FYQGKLIWFY2.SMALL.jpg Dr Qui This instuctable covers how to ease the pain of breaking in new work boots, it will help soften the leather and help reduce the chance of developing blisters,  It also helps to waterproof the leather and reduces the chance of the leather drying out and cracking if they don't get polished that often....
By: Dr Qui

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 Feb 2011 15:41:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Laundry-Detergent/
Homemade Laundry Detergent - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FE4/A8DL/T77EYNDWS55/FE4A8DLT77EYNDWS55.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FE4/A8DL/T77EYNDWS55/FE4A8DLT77EYNDWS55.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FE4/A8DL/T77EYNDWS55/FE4A8DLT77EYNDWS55.SMALL.jpg gowithflo I wanted to A. Save money B. Be ecologically phosphate free If you learn from my mistakes your results will surpass mine in both respects, I am sure.In addition to my clothes coming out "so fresh and so clean, clean" it was a very satisfying and aesthetic making process! Gather Materials You wil...
By: gowithflo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Feb 2007 05:49:59 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Soap-on-a-Rope/
Soap on a Rope - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1V/7JVC/GEVZWC0S/F1V7JVCGEVZWC0S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1V/7JVC/GEVZWC0S/F1V7JVCGEVZWC0S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1V/7JVC/GEVZWC0S/F1V7JVCGEVZWC0S.SMALL.jpg Ninzerbean When I was a kid it was pretty standard to give my dad a bar of Old Spice "Soap on a Rope" for Father's day each year. This was a big fat oval bar of soap with a big fat twisted rope coming out of it to hang in the shower. I assume it lasted until the following year when Father's Day would roll arou...
By: Ninzerbean

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 7 Oct 2010 11:47:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/5-Vinegar-Mysteries-Solved/
5 Vinegar Mysteries Solved! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9L/ZJK7/GVJCJ1AT/F9LZJK7GVJCJ1AT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9L/ZJK7/GVJCJ1AT/F9LZJK7GVJCJ1AT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9L/ZJK7/GVJCJ1AT/F9LZJK7GVJCJ1AT.SMALL.jpg frenzy Vinegar (Acetic acid) is a sour liquid found in many homes. It has also been touted for centuries as a wonder drug, and ultimate cleaning product.  But does it actually work? We will test 5 common vinegar theories and put them to the test. Theory 1: Polishing Chrome Our first theory is tha...
By: frenzy

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 24 Aug 2010 14:25:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simplify-Doing-the-Dishes/
Simplify Doing the Dishes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNQ/EJB5/GB3XJX36/FNQEJB5GB3XJX36.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNQ/EJB5/GB3XJX36/FNQEJB5GB3XJX36.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNQ/EJB5/GB3XJX36/FNQEJB5GB3XJX36.SMALL.jpg EmmettO At my house we hate doing dishes. Doing laundry is considered slightly less painful. We have a dishwasher but because we almost never eat out and frequently have to make food from scratch we have LOTS of dishes and the dishwasher can't keep up. We've even seriously considered having two dishwashers....
By: EmmettO

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 9 Jul 2010 15:36:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Clean-Green-Laundry-with-Soapnuts/
Clean & Green Laundry with Soapnuts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/ATIV/G51GF77V/F9RATIVG51GF77V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/ATIV/G51GF77V/F9RATIVG51GF77V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/ATIV/G51GF77V/F9RATIVG51GF77V.SMALL.jpg HellaDelicious Doing your laundry with soapnuts is a great way to avoid polluting the earth while cleaning your clothes. These days soapnuts (or soapberries) are all the rage, and I have to say that I agree. I have seen various concerns around soapnuts, such as the cost of transporting them from India to the weste...
By: HellaDelicious

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Feb 2010 21:47:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Swiffer-bottle-hack/
Swiffer bottle hack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFW/EVWV/G3KYBQKS/FFWEVWVG3KYBQKS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFW/EVWV/G3KYBQKS/FFWEVWVG3KYBQKS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFW/EVWV/G3KYBQKS/FFWEVWVG3KYBQKS.SMALL.jpg HonkeyKong Quick and simple. Drill a 5/16" hole in the top (when upside down) of the bottle. Hot glue a 5/16" nut around the hole you just drilled. Once cool, insert your 5/16" bolt into the hole. We refilled ours with half Mr. Clean, half water. Enjoy. Glue 5/16" nut to the swiffer bottle Drill a 5/16 ho...
By: HonkeyKong

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 30 Dec 2009 06:04:18 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Unclog-bathroom-sink-without-chemicals/
Unclog bathroom sink without chemicals - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/YQS9/G1ZGOUE2/FPOYQS9G1ZGOUE2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/YQS9/G1ZGOUE2/FPOYQS9G1ZGOUE2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/YQS9/G1ZGOUE2/FPOYQS9G1ZGOUE2.SMALL.jpg katmckee My sink has been draining slowly, and finally, people are coming over and we need to clean. It's all backed up, yuck.The steps of this instructable show you how to remove biological mysteries from your sink's drainage without using caustic chemicals that cost money, are bad to breathe, less fun and ...
By: katmckee

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Nov 2009 05:47:31 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Fruit-Fly-Trap/
Easy Fruit Fly Trap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/SZ7Y/GQPNUOOL/FTHSZ7YGQPNUOOL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/SZ7Y/GQPNUOOL/FTHSZ7YGQPNUOOL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/SZ7Y/GQPNUOOL/FTHSZ7YGQPNUOOL.SMALL.jpg NoFiller I used to make the inverted cone type traps but one day I didn't have any tape so I tried this. Much to my surprise it worked just as well, but was way easier to make. Fruit flies can be a pain in the kitchen, but with a good trap it's surprising how quickly you can get rid of them. The steps are:...
By: NoFiller

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:24:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-stop-a-leak-with-scotch-tape-and-a-bottle/
How to 'stop' a leak with scotch tape and a bottle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU2/0KXM/FZ8J42HJ/FU20KXMFZ8J42HJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU2/0KXM/FZ8J42HJ/FU20KXMFZ8J42HJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU2/0KXM/FZ8J42HJ/FU20KXMFZ8J42HJ.SMALL.jpg cclaan I will show a very simple method of collecting water from a leak (ie a ceiling dripping) using scotch tape and a bottle. The tape acts as a guide to let the dripping water flow into a bottle. This is almost the same as the classic method of putting a pot right under your leak, but it doesn't require...
By: cclaan

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 Sep 2009 17:47:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Emergency-Cardboard-Dustpan-with-4-features/
Emergency Cardboard Dustpan (with 4 features) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/AVBK/FYIYO4U4/FSCAVBKFYIYO4U4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/AVBK/FYIYO4U4/FSCAVBKFYIYO4U4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/AVBK/FYIYO4U4/FSCAVBKFYIYO4U4.SMALL.jpg ansanma Some days ago, my dustpan was broken. Last night, suddenly I woke up with this design in my mind (I was really surprised) and realized this will become an instructable. Here you have!It has four features:- Handle.- Anti-turnover.- Flexible strip.- Broom cleaning.If you cannot buy a new dustpan, this...
By: ansanma

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 21 Aug 2009 10:15:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hand-powered-WASHING-MACHINE/
Hand-powered WASHING MACHINE - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPR/FFZ1/FX8AGLR8/FPRFFZ1FX8AGLR8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPR/FFZ1/FX8AGLR8/FPRFFZ1FX8AGLR8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPR/FFZ1/FX8AGLR8/FPRFFZ1FX8AGLR8.SMALL.jpg Thinkenstein I have probably been washing clothes in this hand-powered washing machine for over 25 years. It has two funnels inside the tank that serve as plungers, agitating the water every time the handle is pumped. The inside dimensions of the tank are: 15" tall, 33" long, 14" wide. The idea was originally ...
By: Thinkenstein

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 Jul 2009 20:29:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-repair-cigarette-burns-on-carpet/
Repair Cigarette Burns On Carpet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F57/NQ0I/FWKQKYC6/F57NQ0IFWKQKYC6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F57/NQ0I/FWKQKYC6/F57NQ0IFWKQKYC6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F57/NQ0I/FWKQKYC6/F57NQ0IFWKQKYC6.SMALL.jpg west49rules Over the years I have forked out money to carpet cleaners to repair carpet burns. Until lately when I watched one guy do it and learned there super money making trick. Forget paying carpet cleaners or carpet repair men 45 bucks a burn. You can achieve the exact same result for free with simple tools...
By: west49rules

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Jun 2009 20:31:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Add-a-Shower-to-your-Toilet/
Add a Shower to your Toilet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/AOWU/FT182Q7H/FFTAOWUFT182Q7H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/AOWU/FT182Q7H/FFTAOWUFT182Q7H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/AOWU/FT182Q7H/FFTAOWUFT182Q7H.SMALL.jpg jeff-o Have I got your attention? It's not what you're thinking - and if you have kids in diapers you may wonder why you didn't do this sooner!Disposable diapers are very hard on the environment. That's why my wife and I use cloth diapers. Instead of sending pounds and pounds of soiled diapers to the du...
By: jeff-o

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 Apr 2009 05:34:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Grout-and-Tile-Cleaning/
Grout and Tile Cleaning - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Q/J4W5/FSSIKT69/F2QJ4W5FSSIKT69.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Q/J4W5/FSSIKT69/F2QJ4W5FSSIKT69.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Q/J4W5/FSSIKT69/F2QJ4W5FSSIKT69.SMALL.jpg chewy87100 This Instructable will teach you how to clean a bathroom, for those of you who don't have maids. Everyone should know how to clean a bathroom, my mom taught me how when I was very young, and it became one of the chores that needed to be done before we could go out and play.It's really not hard.Warn...
By: chewy87100

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