Instructables: exploring - living - fashion - tie http://www.instructables.com Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:49:25 PDT BLOX v1.01 Tie Dye http://www.instructables.com/id/Tie-Dye-2/
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Sun, 2 Jun 2013 15:24:12 PDT
Vintage inspired tie front shirt:) http://www.instructables.com/id/Vintage-inspired-tie-front-shirt/
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Sun, 26 May 2013 08:52:51 PDT
How To Tie A Bow Tie http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Tie-A-Bow-Tie-2/
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Tue, 21 May 2013 17:16:33 PDT
Eldredge Necktie Knot http://www.instructables.com/id/Eldredge-Necktie-Knot/
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Tue, 30 Apr 2013 19:31:11 PDT
Shibori dyed t-shirt... using bleach! http://www.instructables.com/id/Shibori-dyed-t-shirt-using-bleach/
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Sat, 27 Apr 2013 15:36:47 PDT
How to tie the Eldredge Knot : Step by step instructions http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-tie-the-Eldredge-Knot-Step-by-step-instru/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAZ/ZO2Y/HFD176W8/FAZZO2YHFD176W8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAZ/ZO2Y/HFD176W8/FAZZO2YHFD176W8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAZ/ZO2Y/HFD176W8/FAZZO2YHFD176W8.SMALL.jpg youtiquebridal A simple diy tutorial on how to tie the Eldredge Knot.  We are dedicating the months of April and May to the Gentlemen of the Wedding Party.  There will be different tutorials to make your wedding day truly YOUnique:) Well, I hope you get inspired to make it an EXTRAordinary day:)  Regards, Ann ...
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Mon, 15 Apr 2013 18:37:29 PDT
How to Tie a Half Windsor Knot http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Tie-a-Half-Windsor-Knot/
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Sat, 30 Mar 2013 14:21:31 PDT
Trinity Tie Knot http://www.instructables.com/id/Trinity-Tie-Knot/
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Mon, 4 Feb 2013 21:32:04 PST
Space Invaders Tie http://www.instructables.com/id/Space-Invaders-Tie/
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Sat, 26 Jan 2013 10:38:22 PST
How to Tie a Tie (Simplest Way) http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Tie-a-Tie-Simplest-Way/
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Tue, 4 Dec 2012 05:36:52 PST
Turn a Wide Tie into a Skinny Tie http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-turn-a-wide-tie-into-a-skinny-tie/
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Sat, 1 Dec 2012 14:14:56 PST
Extending the Legnth of a Bow Tie http://www.instructables.com/id/Extending-the-Legnth-of-a-Bow-Tie/
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Wed, 21 Nov 2012 08:10:57 PST
How to Tie Dye a T-Shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Tie-Dye-a-T-Shirt/
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Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:46:56 PDT
Disco No-Tie Bow Tie http://www.instructables.com/id/Disco-No-Tie-Bow-Tie/
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Wed, 12 Sep 2012 15:31:56 PDT
Bleach printing a t-shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Bleach-printing-a-t-shirt/
Bleach printing a t-shirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/CGB1/H5IRVR3P/FY2CGB1H5IRVR3P.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/CGB1/H5IRVR3P/FY2CGB1H5IRVR3P.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/CGB1/H5IRVR3P/FY2CGB1H5IRVR3P.SMALL.jpg basementjax457 This instructable explains how I bleach printed a few t-shirts.  I wanted to try a little different approach for making some shirts for the band I'm in. The goal was to make something a little more distressed looking and less expensive.  There are bleaching techniques using waxed paper ironed to the...
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Tue, 7 Aug 2012 21:20:19 PDT
"Reuse old clothes to make... dresses" http://www.instructables.com/id/Reuse-old-clothes-to-make-dresses/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA7/RGFX/H58PK7FU/FA7RGFXH58PK7FU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA7/RGFX/H58PK7FU/FA7RGFXH58PK7FU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA7/RGFX/H58PK7FU/FA7RGFXH58PK7FU.SMALL.jpg emilyvanleemput In this guide I collected instructables about how to make dresses using old clothes. You can create beautiful dresses for a really low price. The only thing you need is some old clothes that you don't wear anymore. Enjoy it! null null null null null null null null null null null ...
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Tue, 31 Jul 2012 04:05:48 PDT
The Art of Wearing a Saree http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Art-of-Wearing-a-Saree/
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Tue, 10 Jul 2012 01:40:35 PDT
8-Bit Bow Tie http://www.instructables.com/id/8-Bit-Bow-Tie/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/NREX/H3XN8G15/FXWNREXH3XN8G15.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/NREX/H3XN8G15/FXWNREXH3XN8G15.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/NREX/H3XN8G15/FXWNREXH3XN8G15.SMALL.jpg SHIFT! And how may I be of assistance to you, sir? Salutations Instructabrarian, Sirs and Madams, Whether you are a gamer attending the yearl Ball at your retro video game convention or even just attending a rather fashionable hackerspace, chances are you want to look your best.  Honor the classic video ...
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Tue, 26 Jun 2012 23:45:20 PDT
Mesh and Tie Cutout Shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Mesh-and-Tie-Cutout-Shirt/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/PKTI/H3W4J7YE/F6JPKTIH3W4J7YE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/PKTI/H3W4J7YE/F6JPKTIH3W4J7YE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/PKTI/H3W4J7YE/F6JPKTIH3W4J7YE.SMALL.jpg SelkeyMoonbeam Over lunch a while back,some friends and I were discussing unusual t-shirt modifications. This design was among the top contenders: a mesh shirt with a tie cut-out. It turns out to be pretty easy- just time consuming to cut the mesh bits out of the shirt! I had originally intended it to look douchey...
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Mon, 25 Jun 2012 22:19:51 PDT
Upcycled Tie Shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Upcycled-Tie-Shirt/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/8MLS/H3QF5XDQ/FZQ8MLSH3QF5XDQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/8MLS/H3QF5XDQ/FZQ8MLSH3QF5XDQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/8MLS/H3QF5XDQ/FZQ8MLSH3QF5XDQ.SMALL.jpg love4pds I had a bunch of my husbands ties I had to throw away so thought I would make a nice silk shirt with them. I love the competing patterns that make it interesting. The top part is an old spaghetti strap top that was too short. I sewed the ties on the outside of it because tie fabric is very thin. I h...
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Mon, 25 Jun 2012 12:24:05 PDT
Ballet Shoe Makeover http://www.instructables.com/id/Ballet-Shoe-Makeover/
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Fri, 8 Jun 2012 11:23:27 PDT
Tie with a hidden Wallet http://www.instructables.com/id/Tie-with-a-hidden-Wallet/
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Sun, 20 May 2012 20:07:38 PDT
How To Shorten Your Shoelaces When They've Become Too Long To Single Tie http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Shorten-Your-Shoelaces-When-Theyve-Become-/
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Sat, 31 Dec 2011 17:27:05 PST
Quick Reverse Tie-Dye http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-Reverse-Tie-Dye/
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Sun, 21 Aug 2011 15:00:37 PDT
DIY Floral Hair Clip Accessories http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Floral-Hair-Clip-Accessories/
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Wed, 6 Jul 2011 14:11:11 PDT
Keyboard Tie http://www.instructables.com/id/Keyboard-Tie/
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Sun, 6 Mar 2011 13:44:10 PST
How to tie your shoe? http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-tie-your-shoe-1/
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Tue, 1 Mar 2011 05:18:15 PST
Personalized Bracelets http://www.instructables.com/id/Personalized-Bracelets/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOY/AC30/GKLISJRC/FOYAC30GKLISJRC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOY/AC30/GKLISJRC/FOYAC30GKLISJRC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOY/AC30/GKLISJRC/FOYAC30GKLISJRC.SMALL.jpg rschack These are some bracelets that I made from embroidery floss to sell at school. They are personalized with peoples names and their preferred colors..
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Sat, 26 Feb 2011 13:33:28 PST
How To Slim a Necktie http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Slim-a-Necktie/
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Fri, 26 Nov 2010 13:27:27 PST
How to tie a double Windsor knott (a necktie) http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-tie-a-double-winzer-knott-a-necktie/
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Mon, 4 Oct 2010 16:09:24 PDT
Elastic (No Tie) Shoelaces http://www.instructables.com/id/Elastic-No-Tie-Shoelaces/
Elastic (No Tie) Shoelaces - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/G0V4/G7DYPP8L/FJ5G0V4G7DYPP8L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/G0V4/G7DYPP8L/FJ5G0V4G7DYPP8L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/G0V4/G7DYPP8L/FJ5G0V4G7DYPP8L.SMALL.jpg ERCBIENG  Tired of bending down to tie your shoe every  10 minutes?  Replace your old fashion shoe laces with an elastic band to create comfortable slip-ons.  This is very easy to do and only costs around $2. This conversion is best for everyday shoes.  How it works: Elastic banding will replace your norma...
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Tue, 6 Apr 2010 15:47:07 PDT
Pick Any Shirt to Make a Tie-Shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Pick-Any-Shirt-to-Make-a-Tie-Shirt/
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Tue, 9 Feb 2010 07:42:40 PST
How to make a checker board on your shoes http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-checker-board-on-your-shoes/
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Fri, 5 Feb 2010 09:01:34 PST
Tie-Dyed Underwear http://www.instructables.com/id/Tie-Dyed-Underwear/
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Thu, 18 Jun 2009 16:34:21 PDT
Tie Your Shoes, insanely fast, easily http://www.instructables.com/id/Tie-Your-Shos-insanely-fast-esily/
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Fri, 27 Feb 2009 17:14:05 PST
Discharge Dyeing http://www.instructables.com/id/Discharge-Dyeing/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F54/S01X/FMSGGPEW/F54S01XFMSGGPEW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F54/S01X/FMSGGPEW/F54S01XFMSGGPEW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F54/S01X/FMSGGPEW/F54S01XFMSGGPEW.SMALL.jpg greeenpro This tutorial thoroughly covers how to extract dye from a dark shirt; transforming it into something original with a unique pattern.
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Mon, 27 Oct 2008 12:04:15 PDT
Ribbon Cable Tie http://www.instructables.com/id/Ribbon-Cable-Tie/
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Fri, 17 Oct 2008 11:58:49 PDT
how to tie a shoe http://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-tie-a-shoe/
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Sun, 28 Sep 2008 09:38:21 PDT
Alternative Ways to Tie your Shoes http://www.instructables.com/id/Alternative-Ways-to-Tie-your-Shoes-2/
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Tue, 15 Apr 2008 02:01:21 PDT
How to do the lightning fold when bleaching old black shirts http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-do-the-lightning-fold-when-bleaching-old-bl/
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Fri, 4 Apr 2008 10:00:56 PDT
Alternative Ways To Tie Your Shoes http://www.instructables.com/id/Alternative-Ways-To-Tie-Your-Shoes/
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Sat, 29 Mar 2008 18:18:35 PDT
Alternative Ways to Tie Your Shoes http://www.instructables.com/id/Altenative-Ways-to-Tie-Your-Shoes/
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Thu, 27 Mar 2008 09:33:11 PDT
How to tie dye an old white shirt! http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-tie-dye-an-old-white-shirt-or-a-new-shirt-/
How to tie dye an old white shirt! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7D/TG68/FE28DMA8/F7DTG68FE28DMA8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7D/TG68/FE28DMA8/F7DTG68FE28DMA8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7D/TG68/FE28DMA8/F7DTG68FE28DMA8.SMALL.jpg stinkymum Take an old white shirt suffering from the "dingies" and turn it into a rainbow masterpiece! I'll show you how. The shirt, fit to be dyed! The shirts that work best are 100% cotton, although you can use 50% cotton/50% polyester (although the results will not be so vibrant. I once tried to d...
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Fri, 21 Mar 2008 07:17:01 PDT
How To Make a Bow Tie For Prom http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-a-Bow-Tie-For-Prom/
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Wed, 5 Mar 2008 13:24:40 PST
Duct tape tie http://www.instructables.com/id/Duct-tape-tie-1/
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Tue, 4 Mar 2008 15:33:13 PST
The Fastest Way to Tie a Tie - How to Tie a Tie in less than 10 Seconds http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Fastest-Way-to-Tie-a-Tie---How-to-Tie-a-Tie-in/
The Fastest Way to Tie a Tie - How to Tie a Tie in less than 10 Seconds - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM8/3CL1/F9N2A2J4/FM83CL1F9N2A2J4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM8/3CL1/F9N2A2J4/FM83CL1F9N2A2J4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM8/3CL1/F9N2A2J4/FM83CL1F9N2A2J4.SMALL.jpg tycoyoken This is known as the fastest way to tie a tie. Get it done in 10 seconds. Just in the case you are going to be late to your work, you can use this way to tie your tie. I show you how.This tie tricks is full windsor, but you can adjust it into half-windsor knot as you want.This instruction come with...
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Mon, 3 Dec 2007 02:14:49 PST
Simple Method to Crush-Dye t-shirts http://www.instructables.com/id/Zip-Bag-Dyeing%3a-Jays-Patented-method-for-a-double-/
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Mon, 3 Sep 2007 13:24:20 PDT
How to lace up some thuggin' Converse "Doubles" http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-lace-up-some-thuggin--Converse-%22Doubles%22/
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Thu, 16 Aug 2007 07:55:13 PDT
Duct Tape Tie http://www.instructables.com/id/Duct-Tape-Tie/
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Sat, 16 Jun 2007 13:49:28 PDT
Killer tye-die http://www.instructables.com/id/Killer-tye-die/
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Mon, 10 Apr 2006 22:09:37 PDT