http://www.instructables.com Fri, 24 May 2013 10:32:39 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Corset-Dress-Top-1/
Corset Dress / Top - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRZ/V603/HGU2834G/FRZV603HGU2834G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRZ/V603/HGU2834G/FRZV603HGU2834G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRZ/V603/HGU2834G/FRZV603HGU2834G.SMALL.jpg corsetry How to make a corset dress / top As I am not an English native speaker, I will try to to my best to explain how  I have made this  little dress/top. :) Materials List Materials list (pattern): - dress form - needle pins - measurement tape - cardboard - plastic tracing sheet with pen - satin tap...
By: corsetry

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 May 2013 12:49:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/the-visibility-vest/
the visibility vest - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKM/JPOL/HG85CY1J/FKMJPOLHG85CY1J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKM/JPOL/HG85CY1J/FKMJPOLHG85CY1J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKM/JPOL/HG85CY1J/FKMJPOLHG85CY1J.SMALL.jpg sursula when riding your bike at night it's important to be seen by others. there is only so much you can do with the bike, so i wanted something wearable. unfortunately, the wearable options are either very ugly or quite expensive. so i made my own vest from reflective fabric that is a little bit more fas...
By: sursula

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 May 2013 12:47:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Necktie-dress/
Necktie dress - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F44/KJ0D/HD4VODTP/F44KJ0DHD4VODTP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F44/KJ0D/HD4VODTP/F44KJ0DHD4VODTP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F44/KJ0D/HD4VODTP/F44KJ0DHD4VODTP.SMALL.jpg katvanlew I like the way neckties are perfect for a dress or skirt. The shape lends itself to a flare if several are sewn together. Most ties are made from silky type fabrics, some in very pretty designs and colors. I asked friends to donate neckties they no longer wanted, I also found several at my local thr...
By: katvanlew

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 13 Feb 2013 20:37:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Dingy-to-Darling-canvas-shoe-remodel/
Dingy to Darling-canvas shoe remodel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO7/UJGH/HG85CFUG/FO7UJGHHG85CFUG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO7/UJGH/HG85CFUG/FO7UJGHHG85CFUG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO7/UJGH/HG85CFUG/FO7UJGHHG85CFUG.SMALL.jpg debdegraeve I had dingy white tennis shoes that fit well.  I wanted some easy, comfy slip-on shoes to wear around the house.  This is how I changed the white lace up shoes to dark gray slip on shoes.    You will need some basic embroidery and crochet skills for this project.  The usual equipment like scissors, ...
By: debdegraeve

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 17:38:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Shoddy-upcycle-Mens-dress-shirt-into-Dress/
Shoddy upcycle! Mens dress shirt into Dress! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPS/VBF7/HFPTK1EF/FPSVBF7HFPTK1EF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPS/VBF7/HFPTK1EF/FPSVBF7HFPTK1EF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPS/VBF7/HFPTK1EF/FPSVBF7HFPTK1EF.SMALL.jpg iluvtyedye84 Warning! Warning! Warning! I am by no means a great sewer let alone a good one! I like to upcycle clothing into quilts and re fashion some old sweatshirts into newer nicer looking ones. In this project I tried to sew my friend a dress out of old mens shirts based solely on her measurements and with...
By: iluvtyedye84

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 May 2013 10:08:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Sleeping-Shorts/
Simple Sleeping Shorts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPC/IL96/HFSHUQ6R/FPCIL96HFSHUQ6R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPC/IL96/HFSHUQ6R/FPCIL96HFSHUQ6R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPC/IL96/HFSHUQ6R/FPCIL96HFSHUQ6R.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick These simple shorts are just made out of two rectangles of fabric.  I set out to make shorts that are very basic to make and comfy.  Supplies Supplies: Fabric of Choice Sewing Machine or needle and thread Measuring Tape Sewing Pins Fabric Chalk Cutting and Sewing Cut y...
By: Penolopy Bulnick

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 12:08:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-corsage-quick-easy/
How to make a corset (quick + easy) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/4AB3/HFPTIQ45/F9K4AB3HFPTIQ45.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/4AB3/HFPTIQ45/F9K4AB3HFPTIQ45.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/4AB3/HFPTIQ45/F9K4AB3HFPTIQ45.SMALL.jpg corsetry Materials List - dress form - satin tape, 3 mm - scissors - pins - pattern film + pen - cardboard - tailor's chalk / dressmaking pencil - shell fabric (medium weight) - lining (heavyweight canvas) - sewing machine - yarn (polyester) - plastic bones, 5 mm - eyelets - eyelet setting tool - ribbon...
By: corsetry

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 15:42:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/VEST-HOODY/
 VEST HOODIE  - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY5/IWKV/HFPTIE0H/FY5IWKVHFPTIE0H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY5/IWKV/HFPTIE0H/FY5IWKVHFPTIE0H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY5/IWKV/HFPTIE0H/FY5IWKVHFPTIE0H.SMALL.jpg marcellahella I wanted a big hoody to wear on top of my sweaters.  I wanted it to be easy to make and sew and really simple looking. And I wanted it reversible.   If you like it can you vote for me in the contest? Thanks! THE PATTERN This is the simple pattern I come out with. To made it for your own size meas...
By: marcellahella

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 May 2013 14:14:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sexy-and-Cute-Top-From-old-T-shirt/
Sexy and Cute Top From old T-shirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBC/U2KU/HFSHFN9G/FBCU2KUHFSHFN9G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBC/U2KU/HFSHFN9G/FBCU2KUHFSHFN9G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBC/U2KU/HFSHFN9G/FBCU2KUHFSHFN9G.SMALL.jpg shizy25 Have an old or over sized T shirt? Well....what are you waiting for...go convert it to this sexy...and cute top! what makes it cute?? well I think the ric rac rose is sooo cute and that gives an added  cute touch :-D Materials sewing machine over sized t shirt ric rack ribbon scissor needle and g...
By: shizy25

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2013 23:22:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bleach-Shirts/
Bleach Shirts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F99/JACO/HFSHTZGL/F99JACOHFSHTZGL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F99/JACO/HFSHTZGL/F99JACOHFSHTZGL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F99/JACO/HFSHTZGL/F99JACOHFSHTZGL.SMALL.jpg ivyrunnergirl Spray Bottle Easiest thing to do is empty a bottle of perfume you don't want or buy one at the dollar tree. Poor The Bleach Pour the bleach into the bottle and replace the lid Word Place the letters (cutouts or magnates) on the shirt how you want them Spray Spray the bleach into the s...
By: ivyrunnergirl

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Apr 2013 20:19:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pillbox-Hat/
Pillbox Hat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F66/AOA1/GWV07LEO/F66AOA1GWV07LEO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F66/AOA1/GWV07LEO/F66AOA1GWV07LEO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F66/AOA1/GWV07LEO/F66AOA1GWV07LEO.SMALL.jpg katvanlew The Pillbox hat is making a comeback! You can make one (or 2) for next to nothing. I saw the movie "The Help" and it takes place in the early 60's, the dresses and hats are beautiful and I was inspired to make a hat from that era. This would be a wonderful gift for a Mother, Aunt, Sister, Daughter o...
By: katvanlew

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Jan 2012 23:02:41 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Tie-Dye-a-T-Shirt/
How to Tie Dye a T-Shirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV2/LTZ2/H8CVKQ9Q/FV2LTZ2H8CVKQ9Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV2/LTZ2/H8CVKQ9Q/FV2LTZ2H8CVKQ9Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV2/LTZ2/H8CVKQ9Q/FV2LTZ2H8CVKQ9Q.SMALL.jpg wilcox52 Materials: - A white t-shirt - Disposable plastic table cloth or garbage bags - Gloves - Large buckets or bowls - Fabric dye - Salt - Plastic squeeze bottles - Rubber bands - Plastic bags Step 1: Before tie-dying, you will need to set up your work space.To keep mess to a minumum, cover work area ...
By: wilcox52

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:46:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Shibori-dyed-t-shirt-using-bleach/
Shibori dyed t-shirt... using bleach! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/IPP5/HFPTI29G/F0QIPP5HFPTI29G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/IPP5/HFPTI29G/F0QIPP5HFPTI29G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/IPP5/HFPTI29G/F0QIPP5HFPTI29G.SMALL.jpg SnazzyBot This is a really fun, easy, and inexpensive project. It's also a great way to "rescue" a shirt that accidentally got bleach spots on it. You only need a few things: A colored t-shirt A spray bottle that sprays a fine mist A small plastic bucket that is about as big around as your shirt's collar St...
By: SnazzyBot

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Apr 2013 15:36:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Indigo-Dyeing-Shibori/
Indigo Dyeing: Shibori - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/CK80/HFD189U6/F96CK80HFD189U6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/CK80/HFD189U6/F96CK80HFD189U6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/CK80/HFD189U6/F96CK80HFD189U6.SMALL.jpg Lumo the Maker In this instructable we will cover three different types of Shibori; binding, block and the relief patterning wrapping a skane wrap will give. Shibori is the japanese art of covering a section of cloth to resist absorbing dye or oxidation and therefore will leave the relief the color of the fabric,...
By: Lumo the Maker

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2013 11:32:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/007-Wetsuit-Tuxedo-Hoodie/
007 Wetsuit Tuxedo Hoodie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F88/OWHC/HFPTOIHI/F88OWHCHFPTOIHI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F88/OWHC/HFPTOIHI/F88OWHCHFPTOIHI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F88/OWHC/HFPTOIHI/F88OWHCHFPTOIHI.SMALL.gif caitlinsdad Have a special occasion where you need to arrive in stealth and then get classy to blend with the in crowd? Fear not, with this hoodie you can just go swimmingly with the scuba gear motif on the outside but have in reserve your classic white dinner jacket.  The yin-yang shaken-not stirred reversible...
By: caitlinsdad

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 19 Apr 2013 16:12:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-purseclutch-from-a-Book/
How to make a purse/clutch from a Book - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/OTJB/G68GXILQ/F4IOTJBG68GXILQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/OTJB/G68GXILQ/F4IOTJBG68GXILQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/OTJB/G68GXILQ/F4IOTJBG68GXILQ.SMALL.jpg grow_power A purse or clutch for the librarian in you!  (Disclaimer: as with a lot of stuff floating around on the interwebs, this idea isn't wholly mine.  I saw this ages ago somewhere and just came up with my own method of doing it) If you make one of these, please please send me a picture!  I would love ...
By: grow_power

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 4 Mar 2010 13:24:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Asymmetrical-striped-top-and-matching-headband/
Asymmetrical striped top and matching headband - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/PZ0Z/HFD1FNQ2/FZ6PZ0ZHFD1FNQ2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/PZ0Z/HFD1FNQ2/FZ6PZ0ZHFD1FNQ2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/PZ0Z/HFD1FNQ2/FZ6PZ0ZHFD1FNQ2.SMALL.jpg SnazzyBot This top has an asymmetrical hem and flattering diagonal stripes. I made mine out of two unwanted shirts, but any knit fabrics would do nicely.  The leftover scraps became a fun, braided headband that matches the top perfectly. Cut your shirts into strips Try to start out with really large, long...
By: SnazzyBot

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 18 Apr 2013 19:50:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Newspaper-Shoes/
Newspaper Shoes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ1/RR8W/HFD1K0SF/FJ1RR8WHFD1K0SF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ1/RR8W/HFD1K0SF/FJ1RR8WHFD1K0SF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ1/RR8W/HFD1K0SF/FJ1RR8WHFD1K0SF.SMALL.jpg ofm11 Here's a fun way to revamp a plain pair of old shoes! Materials You will need: -A pair of shoes that you're willing to cover (I used a pair that I found at a garage sale) -newpapers (or magazines) -hot glue gun -ModPodge (optional) -scissors Create the Folds Cut out a chunk of newpaper. The s...
By: ofm11

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 10:17:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Two-Color-Ombre-Shorts/
Two Color Ombre Shorts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/T37A/H4AGISZB/FV8T37AH4AGISZB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/T37A/H4AGISZB/FV8T37AH4AGISZB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/T37A/H4AGISZB/FV8T37AH4AGISZB.SMALL.jpg jenellsrevenge Learn how to make your very own pair of two color ombre shorts! Materials: Shorts (or shirt, or pants, or pants, or skirt, or whatever else you want to dye) Dye (I used this, but any type of dye suitable for tie dying will work just fine. You can generally find the Tulip kits and individual dy...
By: jenellsrevenge

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 10 Jul 2012 12:38:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Full-Grain-Leather-Belts/
Full Grain Leather Belts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAL/T97C/HFBK4S7R/FALT97CHFBK4S7R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAL/T97C/HFBK4S7R/FALT97CHFBK4S7R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAL/T97C/HFBK4S7R/FALT97CHFBK4S7R.SMALL.jpg Phiske In this instructable I'll show you the basics of belt making.  A few specialized tools are used but you can get away without some of them if you're creative.  If you are on this site, you probably are.  So have at it! Materials and Tools Materials -Leather- I usually use 8 to 10 oz. full grain ve...
By: Phiske

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2013 14:52:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Sandals-from-Old-Flip-Flops-T-Shirt/
DIY Sandals from Old Flip Flops + T-Shirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUE/6KVV/HF23RRIM/FUE6KVVHF23RRIM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUE/6KVV/HF23RRIM/FUE6KVVHF23RRIM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUE/6KVV/HF23RRIM/FUE6KVVHF23RRIM.SMALL.jpg Wuffle 1. What did you make? I wanted a pair of simple, comfy summer shoes; I had a pair of old flip flops that were fraying and had pokey sequins. My mom had a bag of cloths we were about to donate so I had a nice selection of old t-shirts to choose from for the straps. 2. How did you make it? I got the ...
By: Wuffle

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Apr 2013 15:08:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Dinosaur-Heels-1/
Dinosaur Heels - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGO/G4B0/HF23X0LP/FGOG4B0HF23X0LP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGO/G4B0/HF23X0LP/FGOG4B0HF23X0LP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGO/G4B0/HF23X0LP/FGOG4B0HF23X0LP.SMALL.jpg koalalana Like many of you Ladies of the Internet, I became fixated with these dinosaur heels (http://www.themarysue.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/omB80EXHLE2lMMJ2A1L0aA2.jpeg) as they started popping up on the blogs I frequented.  I stalked Awkward Collection's Facebook page.  I checked the comments of Chee...
By: koalalana

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 7 Apr 2013 17:05:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-R2-D2-Bra-R2-DD2/
R2-D2 Dome - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHR/N58G/HEI47RVC/FHRN58GHEI47RVC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHR/N58G/HEI47RVC/FHRN58GHEI47RVC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHR/N58G/HEI47RVC/FHRN58GHEI47RVC.SMALL.jpg seamster This is a 5 inch paper mache R2 dome. Dome form I started by making a dome form out of foam board covered in masking tape, onto which a paper mache shell will be made and then removed once it is dry. Dome form To make the form completely smooth and uniform, I covered the masking tape with a la...
By: seamster

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Mar 2013 14:30:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Transforming-a-boring-old-black-t-shirt-using-blea/
Transforming a boring old black t-shirt using bleach! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/YAHU/FE4X9YJP/FS2YAHUFE4X9YJP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/YAHU/FE4X9YJP/FS2YAHUFE4X9YJP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/YAHU/FE4X9YJP/FS2YAHUFE4X9YJP.SMALL.jpg stinkymum Do you have a few boring old black t-shirts that you are sick of? Here's a way to transform them into "something else". It's sort of like tie-dying, but using bleach to remove the dye, instead of adding dyes. It's also a much quicker process, which I am sure "the have-it-nows" will appreciate! ...
By: stinkymum

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 23 Mar 2008 10:16:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-get-a-free-instructables-t-shirt/
How to get a free instructables t-shirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTW/XFNE/FDSE9631/FTWXFNEFDSE9631.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTW/XFNE/FDSE9631/FTWXFNEFDSE9631.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTW/XFNE/FDSE9631/FTWXFNEFDSE9631.SMALL.jpg deth2all Everyone needs an instructables shirt, heres how to do it. Go to instructables website http://www.instructables.com/Sweetest website around, poke around, learn some things. Make your own instructable Be creative, i made mine about a camera shutter trigger for my canon camera http://www.instru...
By: deth2all

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 15 Mar 2008 18:59:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bobby-Pin-Hair-Bow/
Bobby Pin Hair Bow - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLQ/H4FQ/GB3XJ2ND/FLQH4FQGB3XJ2ND.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLQ/H4FQ/GB3XJ2ND/FLQH4FQGB3XJ2ND.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLQ/H4FQ/GB3XJ2ND/FLQH4FQGB3XJ2ND.SMALL.jpg Lathien This is a quick and easy way to make bow hair accessories. The process is pretty straightforward using common and easily found materials. Depending on your experience, it should only take 20-30 minutes to complete. They are easily customizable once you know the process creating potentially endless...
By: Lathien

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 1 Jul 2010 20:31:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Leather-Top-Hat/
How to Make a Leather Top Hat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Y/0ZOS/HCV97RGC/F3Y0ZOSHCV97RGC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Y/0ZOS/HCV97RGC/F3Y0ZOSHCV97RGC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Y/0ZOS/HCV97RGC/F3Y0ZOSHCV97RGC.SMALL.jpg The Rambler ::EDIT:: If you enjoy this Instructable please take a moment to vote for it. I've wanted a leather top hat ever since I saw them at the Georgia Renaissance Festival. The one I saw that inspired me to make one myself wasn't quite a typical top hat. Rather than getting larger at the top like a Mad Ha...
By: The Rambler

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 Mar 2013 08:54:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pinwheel-Hairbow/
Pinwheel Hairbow - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FQ2/FWRL/F1SVO8SF/FQ2FWRLF1SVO8SF.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FQ2/FWRL/F1SVO8SF/FQ2FWRLF1SVO8SF.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FQ2/FWRL/F1SVO8SF/FQ2FWRLF1SVO8SF.SMALL.jpg alittlemoore How to make a pinwheel hairbow! Materials needed: grosgrain ribbon 24 gauge craft wire hot glue gun hair clip of choice Cut Ribbon For this bow (adjust for size you want) I cut a piece of 1.5 inch grosgrain ribbon to 23 inches. Step 2 Make your first loop down with the ribbon making a long t...
By: alittlemoore

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 17 May 2007 12:52:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Cardboard-Top-Hat/
How to make a Cardboard Top-Hat! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMF/W8FG/FXK6BL1F/FMFW8FGFXK6BL1F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMF/W8FG/FXK6BL1F/FMFW8FGFXK6BL1F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMF/W8FG/FXK6BL1F/FMFW8FGFXK6BL1F.SMALL.jpg SnarflesTheWolf In this Instructable I will teach you how to make a stylish Top- hat out of cardboard and tape! (And a few other easily obtainable items.)Materials used:- Cardboard- Tape- Scissors/Box-cutter- Paint- Pencil/Pen- Compass Making the brim for the hat! On a thick piece of Cardboard measuring 52cm x 5...
By: SnarflesTheWolf

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Jul 2009 10:32:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fancy-Strapless-Dress-1/
Fancy Strapless Dress - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDQ/MU4X/HDOVWA93/FDQMU4XHDOVWA93.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDQ/MU4X/HDOVWA93/FDQMU4XHDOVWA93.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDQ/MU4X/HDOVWA93/FDQMU4XHDOVWA93.SMALL.jpg alicejoannshivstaue in this instructable, i'm going to teach you step by step, how to make a formal strapless dress have fun! Measure take measurements of your mannequin - i did: bust, waist, hips, and neck-back (in the pictures) but look on your pattern for the necessary measurements Cut Pattern cut out pattern...
By: alicejoannshivstaue

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Feb 2013 04:30:51 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Personalize-Shoes-with-Acrylic/
Personalize Shoes with Acrylic - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ5/52NM/FZ8J3DHY/FZ552NMFZ8J3DHY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ5/52NM/FZ8J3DHY/FZ552NMFZ8J3DHY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ5/52NM/FZ8J3DHY/FZ552NMFZ8J3DHY.SMALL.jpg kiffakitty Personalizing shoes is a fun activity for both adults and children who love to paint and express themselves in artistic ways. Shoes can have any pattern the designer wishes. The first thing to do, before even buying the shoes, is to have a basic idea of what you are going to draw. Take careful consi...
By: kiffakitty

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 6 Sep 2009 00:55:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Painting-Leather-Shoes-or-other-leather-stuff/
Painting Leather Shoes (or other leather stuff) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM9/WHZR/GMSXHKJ8/FM9WHZRGMSXHKJ8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM9/WHZR/GMSXHKJ8/FM9WHZRGMSXHKJ8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM9/WHZR/GMSXHKJ8/FM9WHZRGMSXHKJ8.SMALL.jpg phidauex Your shoes are boring! At least, you seem to think so, otherwise you wouldn't be searching for how to paint them. Fortunately, painting leather shoes is easy, and can have excellent results. There are communities online of shoe-painters (naturally the internet has a community for everything), but m...
By: phidauex

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Apr 2011 19:24:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bra/
Bra - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCE/OL0R/FYYNEDQD/FCEOL0RFYYNEDQD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCE/OL0R/FYYNEDQD/FCEOL0RFYYNEDQD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCE/OL0R/FYYNEDQD/FCEOL0RFYYNEDQD.SMALL.jpg rachel A bra is a bit more advanced project, but it's not as hard as you might think, and by no means out of the reach of someone with moderate sewing skills. If you're willing to put in a little time on adjusting the pattern, you can end up with a bra that fits you exactly, which all too few commercial o...
By: rachel

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 Sep 2009 16:05:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Turn-a-Photo-into-a-Stencil/
Turn a Photo into a Stencil! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F21/XAVB/FNNKD0FF/F21XAVBFNNKD0FF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F21/XAVB/FNNKD0FF/F21XAVBFNNKD0FF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F21/XAVB/FNNKD0FF/F21XAVBFNNKD0FF.SMALL.jpg Weissensteinburg Using just Photoshop, we're going to turn an ordinary photograph into a stencil worthy image in just a few minutes! I was bored today and decided I wanted to make a stencil. Looking through my old profile pictures on facebook, I found a particular one that I thought might make a good stencil. After ...
By: Weissensteinburg

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 22 Nov 2008 23:45:56 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-customize-Kicks-Paint-Shoes-the-Mofoz-Vis-1/
How To customize Kicks (Paint Shoes) the Mofoz Visualz Way - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0T/VDCL/FT7PQF0Y/F0TVDCLFT7PQF0Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0T/VDCL/FT7PQF0Y/F0TVDCLFT7PQF0Y.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0T/VDCL/FT7PQF0Y/F0TVDCLFT7PQF0Y.SMALL.jpg mofozvisualz This instructable will show you how to paint sneakers, customize kicks, the Mofoz Visualz Way. This instructional is applicable with all leather shoes/boots.For more pictures of this project and more info on Mofoz Visualz custom apparel...visithttp://mofozvisualz.blogspot.com/2009/04/how-to-customiz...
By: mofozvisualz

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 Apr 2009 11:48:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Customized-Tote-Bags/
Customized Tote Bags! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Y/KMF7/HCJO5AC0/F9YKMF7HCJO5AC0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Y/KMF7/HCJO5AC0/F9YKMF7HCJO5AC0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Y/KMF7/HCJO5AC0/F9YKMF7HCJO5AC0.SMALL.jpg shaifali15 Are you a bag-lover with a passion of creating your own products? Always wanted to create your own customized tote but always thought it was too difficult? Then this tutorial, which will show you how to customize a plain canvas bag, is just for you! A fairly inexpensive and easy method of customizi...
By: shaifali15

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 Feb 2013 08:32:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Double-Cobra-Knot-Paracord-Belt/
Double Cobra Knot Paracord Belt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/B1BG/H54066UI/FQ1B1BGH54066UI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/B1BG/H54066UI/FQ1B1BGH54066UI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/B1BG/H54066UI/FQ1B1BGH54066UI.SMALL.jpg rodneybones My husband used to wear braided leather belts, but had trouble with them wearing out after only a few months. He tried a solid leather belt, but was unhappy with the rigidity. In searching for a solution for him, I came across Jake22's instructable for making paracord belts. Every other belt instruc...
By: rodneybones

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Jul 2012 15:04:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Lace-Nails-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJP/0MWM/HCJOELKV/FJP0MWMHCJOELKV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJP/0MWM/HCJOELKV/FJP0MWMHCJOELKV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJP/0MWM/HCJOELKV/FJP0MWMHCJOELKV.SMALL.jpg lindarose92 These nails are perfect for Valentine's Day! All you need is red nail polish and black lace! First of all cut 10 little pieces of black lace, they should be about as big as your nails but they can also be smaller for a different effect. Now paint one nail and apply a piece of lace on it while the ...
By: lindarose92

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Feb 2013 11:21:30 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Trinity-Tie-Knot/
Trinity Tie Knot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNT/QFNZ/HCJNWLAN/FNTQFNZHCJNWLAN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNT/QFNZ/HCJNWLAN/FNTQFNZHCJNWLAN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNT/QFNZ/HCJNWLAN/FNTQFNZHCJNWLAN.SMALL.jpg mdemille If you've ever wanted a knot to impress, here it is! NOTE: It is suggested to use a tie that is either patterned or has small stripes, like the tie pictured. Do not use a tie with several different colored stripes, as the stripes and colors will collide in the knot. CAUTION: This knot is not for a...
By: mdemille

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Feb 2013 21:32:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Silk-screen-right-at-home/
Silk screen right at home! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/LFUT/HCJO4LXX/FBHLFUTHCJO4LXX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/LFUT/HCJO4LXX/FBHLFUTHCJO4LXX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/LFUT/HCJO4LXX/FBHLFUTHCJO4LXX.SMALL.jpg matt.w I've always liked crafts and I was introduced to silk screening years back.  I never thought of tackling it at home until recently. I'm going to share with you step by step instructions (as best I can!) on how to do this yourself.  It's not very expensive, and you could really get into it!  Who kno...
By: matt.w

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 31 Jan 2013 09:36:33 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/R2D2-heels/
R2D2 heels - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS4/8JB6/HAQ2V49H/FS48JB6HAQ2V49H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS4/8JB6/HAQ2V49H/FS48JB6HAQ2V49H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS4/8JB6/HAQ2V49H/FS48JB6HAQ2V49H.SMALL.gif mikeasaurus These ARE the droids you're looking for! Forget protocol, droid, and mash up everyone's favorite astromech with mid-heels and create the greatest footwear the Empire has ever seen. These R2D2 shoes are the hottest thing this side of Tatooine and they’re cooler than Hoth.  The wide heel of these sho...
By: mikeasaurus

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 Jan 2013 17:04:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Space-Invaders-Tie/
Space Invaders Tie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVV/V2TQ/HCB8TQAJ/FVVV2TQHCB8TQAJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVV/V2TQ/HCB8TQAJ/FVVV2TQHCB8TQAJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVV/V2TQ/HCB8TQAJ/FVVV2TQHCB8TQAJ.SMALL.jpg giovannire Maybe because I'm Italian, I love ties. It is not easy to find nice ties and I prefer to customize them alone. To get results like you see in these photos, and much more you need: a vector graphic software (coreldraw, Illustrator, Inkscape) A vinyl cutter. I use a Roland GX-24. Hot tra...
By: giovannire

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 Jan 2013 10:38:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Double-Tipped-Nails/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6H/CVB8/HCB8HC2Z/F6HCVB8HCB8HC2Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6H/CVB8/HCB8HC2Z/F6HCVB8HCB8HC2Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6H/CVB8/HCB8HC2Z/F6HCVB8HCB8HC2Z.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick I've decided to take a whack at doing some nail art.  I started with a simple take on the french manicure. Supplies: Base Color (if you would like one, I don't like my nails so I wanted to cover them) 2 Nail polish colors of choice* Nail Brush (I just took an old fine tipped paint brus...
By: Penolopy Bulnick

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 Jan 2013 15:20:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Light-Up-Lifts/
Light Up Lifts! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/55RV/HBXWS56K/FFT55RVHBXWS56K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/55RV/HBXWS56K/FFT55RVHBXWS56K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/55RV/HBXWS56K/FFT55RVHBXWS56K.SMALL.jpg electricthread Remember when you were 5 and there were those wicked light up shoes that your parents NEVER LET YOU HAVE because they were too expensive or some other lame excuse?  Well, fret no more! At Electric Thread, we were inspired by those light up sneakers, and decided to create our own "adult" version. A ...
By: electricthread

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:15:13 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Sparkly-Desert-Boots-Chukka/
Sparkly Desert Boots (Chukka) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI0/K9BV/HC3PRB9S/FI0K9BVHC3PRB9S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI0/K9BV/HC3PRB9S/FI0K9BVHC3PRB9S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI0/K9BV/HC3PRB9S/FI0K9BVHC3PRB9S.SMALL.jpg reasonwasoutforlunch My boyfriend loves a good amount of sparkle, and he also has a great pair of desert style boots. For New Years Eve this year, we decided to go a little bit different and made him a special event shoe--a pair of desert boots covered in the herpes of the craft world---Glitter.  These are the step by ...
By: reasonwasoutforlunch

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 Jan 2013 14:11:10 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Understanding-The-Indigo-Dyeing-Process/
Understanding The Indigo Dyeing Process - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC0/YBD9/HAQ3CGQF/FC0YBD9HAQ3CGQF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC0/YBD9/HAQ3CGQF/FC0YBD9HAQ3CGQF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC0/YBD9/HAQ3CGQF/FC0YBD9HAQ3CGQF.SMALL.jpg Lumo the Maker The king of blues and until the early 20 century the only blue, but still the only natural blue that will withstand any considerable amount of time. This dye has been being used dating as far back as 2000 BC, found in mummies tombs in Egypt it was highly prized and used regularly as is today yet man...
By: Lumo the Maker

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 Jan 2013 14:19:53 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycle-DenimJeans-into-Reusable-parts-with-no-wa/
Recycle Denim/Jeans into Reusable parts with no waste. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLB/H1DE/FWYHVCZP/FLBH1DEFWYHVCZP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLB/H1DE/FWYHVCZP/FLBH1DEFWYHVCZP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLB/H1DE/FWYHVCZP/FLBH1DEFWYHVCZP.SMALL.jpg passionfly Why waste? You can turn your forgotten, out-of-style, or unwearable jeans into a ready to use crafter's dream!Use these steps to efficiently deconstruct a pair of jeans into all reusable parts. This process yields minimum scraps and a host of useful materials. Materials You will need:A pair of ...
By: passionfly

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 Jul 2009 18:19:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-your-own-t-shirt-printing-press/
Build your own t-shirt printing press - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN3/Z7PW/FAQDX8OO/FN3Z7PWFAQDX8OO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN3/Z7PW/FAQDX8OO/FN3Z7PWFAQDX8OO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN3/Z7PW/FAQDX8OO/FN3Z7PWFAQDX8OO.SMALL.jpg zieak Have a great idea for a t-shirt? Interested in customizing clothing or making your own prints? Here's how to make a press for making shirts similar to rubber stamping. Any mention of this project or our high roller 1d20 shirt design must provide a link to www.betaart.com with credit to Kevin Dean...
By: zieak

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 Jan 2008 22:53:55 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Viking-shoes/
Iron age shoes (previous 'viking shoes') - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT3/7MSO/FS8O16VQ/FT37MSOFS8O16VQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT3/7MSO/FS8O16VQ/FT37MSOFS8O16VQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT3/7MSO/FS8O16VQ/FT37MSOFS8O16VQ.SMALL.jpg skymring Edited to add: Due to alle the comments regarding the title of this instruction, I've changed the name to 'iron age shoes' which might be more historycally correct. I learned to make these by using my own foot as a template. Therefore, all the measures given here are highly approximate. If your foo...
By: skymring

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 13 Mar 2009 12:17:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Watermark-T-Shirt/
Watermark T Shirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIC/H63J/HAQ2ZDLU/FICH63JHAQ2ZDLU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIC/H63J/HAQ2ZDLU/FICH63JHAQ2ZDLU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIC/H63J/HAQ2ZDLU/FICH63JHAQ2ZDLU.SMALL.jpg Facci Designs Make this fun t shirt in just a few steps. I found this project on u-createcrafts.com You will need: A plain white t shirt Elmer's Blue Gel Glue (must use this type of glue) Fabric Dye A piece of cardboard or plastic to place in between your shirt Write or Draw on your T shirt Wet your t shirt t...
By: Facci Designs

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