http://www.instructables.com Wed, 22 May 2013 20:40:26 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Hang-your-hammock-indoors/
Hang your hammock indoors - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAL/EJ9M/HFPTJDW9/FALEJ9MHFPTJDW9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAL/EJ9M/HFPTJDW9/FALEJ9MHFPTJDW9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAL/EJ9M/HFPTJDW9/FALEJ9MHFPTJDW9.SMALL.jpg HAL 9000 Thanks to everyone who helped get this featured - I'm entering this in the Epilog Laser contest cause I'd love to win one of those bad boys! I promise, if I win I'd only use it for awesome, you know, like cutting out custom parts for projects or etching my name on my lunch so people don't steal it. ...
By: HAL 9000

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 May 2013 18:45:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Smoke-Breathing-Ravey-Stags-Head-aka-Rupert/
Smoke Breathing Ravey Stags Head, aka "Rupert" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJV/V72F/HFPTI2M5/FJVV72FHFPTI2M5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJV/V72F/HFPTI2M5/FJVV72FHFPTI2M5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJV/V72F/HFPTI2M5/FJVV72FHFPTI2M5.SMALL.jpg HicksCustomFurniture Something I & the rest of the FFTT crew do each year is host a tent at a festival called Boomtown, where we decorate a tent in the theme of a manor house, and throw a 3 day party. Last year we had great stags head on the front of the manor made by the wonderful Anna, but alas it didn't survive the ...
By: HicksCustomFurniture

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Apr 2013 13:24:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Coffee-table-for-free/
Coffee table for free - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG2/97QK/HFSH4ZJ1/FG297QKHFSH4ZJ1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG2/97QK/HFSH4ZJ1/FG297QKHFSH4ZJ1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG2/97QK/HFSH4ZJ1/FG297QKHFSH4ZJ1.SMALL.jpg stico In this instructable i will try to explain step by step how i have made that coffee from scrap wood and a pallet. To achieve that you will need : Tools : a hand saw (japanese saws are the best in my opinion) wood white glue screws screwdriver nails a hammer clamps sanding paper or powerfull sandi...
By: stico

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 09:57:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fix-your-Slidey-Sectional/
Fix your Slidey Sectional - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH7/806O/HET1AQ8O/FH7806OHET1AQ8O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH7/806O/HET1AQ8O/FH7806OHET1AQ8O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH7/806O/HET1AQ8O/FH7806OHET1AQ8O.SMALL.jpg Renard_Bleu Step 1: MATERIAL I purchased two packages of Velcro from the Dollar Store, and used a stapler and scissors for the installation. Step 2: INSTALLATION Flip the first two pieces on their back, observe the natural spacing between the bases. The cushions on my unit do not allow the bases to be in...
By: Renard_Bleu

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Mar 2013 17:45:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Acrylic-Curve-Bookshelf/
Double Wall Curved Bookshelf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT5/Q3HL/HELXCSPI/FT5Q3HLHELXCSPI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT5/Q3HL/HELXCSPI/FT5Q3HLHELXCSPI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT5/Q3HL/HELXCSPI/FT5Q3HLHELXCSPI.SMALL.jpg danny.carmen The main instructions are in BOLD - for those of you who just like to get a direction and go for it.  For those of you who like a little bit more detail, look to the fine print. Alright, so in this instructable we are going to learn the skills needed to create the bookshelf pictured above.  It is m...
By: danny.carmen

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 24 Mar 2013 16:30:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Plywood-Utility-Shelf/
Plywood Utility Shelf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXF/W186/HELXKFV0/FXFW186HELXKFV0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXF/W186/HELXKFV0/FXFW186HELXKFV0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXF/W186/HELXKFV0/FXFW186HELXKFV0.SMALL.jpg wholman In my humble apartment, I use a modern, open table for a desk, a dining table, and a workbench. Like many of us living in small spaces, storage is hard to come by and clutter can overwhelm. I wanted to take the scanner, speakers, router, pens, papers, and general nonsense and get it out of my way so...
By: wholman

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 22 Mar 2013 19:10:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Crystalline/
Crystalline - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS1/PPSQ/HEI41GM2/FS1PPSQHEI41GM2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS1/PPSQ/HEI41GM2/FS1PPSQHEI41GM2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS1/PPSQ/HEI41GM2/FS1PPSQHEI41GM2.SMALL.jpg foldedlightart Crystalline is part of the Folded Light Art series developed by Tacit Design LLC based in U.S.A. This light is made of pieces of digitally-cut and hand-folded high quality paper, illuminated by a LED light, providing a soft ambience that highlights the intricacy and the mathematical complexity of th...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Mar 2013 09:23:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Elegant-Interchangeable-Color-Ambience-Lamp-Using/
Elegant Interchangeable Color Ambience Lamp. Using dining mats, very easy to make. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7N/9B56/HE7D2DP3/F7N9B56HE7D2DP3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7N/9B56/HE7D2DP3/F7N9B56HE7D2DP3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7N/9B56/HE7D2DP3/F7N9B56HE7D2DP3.SMALL.jpg Tarun Upadhyaya Hello Instructables Fellows, I think I am being obsessed with lights and things which can be used to create awesome light effects. This time it is a very easy to make but elegant, stylish looking table ambience lamp. Believe me it's really easy. All you need is just some wooden or bamboo dining tab...
By: Tarun Upadhyaya

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 13 Mar 2013 05:07:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Dieselpunk-Full-Metal-Coffee-Table/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWY/97ZI/HDYZIFXQ/FWY97ZIHDYZIFXQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWY/97ZI/HDYZIFXQ/FWY97ZIHDYZIFXQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWY/97ZI/HDYZIFXQ/FWY97ZIHDYZIFXQ.SMALL.jpg Falkenberg Hello this is an indistructable coffeetable i´ve made. It´s not really step by step but with the pictures it´s comprehensable i think. MATERIAL: you will need some leftover meters of 90° anglesteel and some tubes. an metallplate. for the stands i´ve used some old brakediscs. four screws for fixi...
By: Falkenberg

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Mar 2013 04:15:53 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Shopping-Cart-Furniture-Part-1-/
Shopping Cart Furniture! - Part 1 - - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRQ/3ZDN/HDOWAPPC/FRQ3ZDNHDOWAPPC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRQ/3ZDN/HDOWAPPC/FRQ3ZDNHDOWAPPC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRQ/3ZDN/HDOWAPPC/FRQ3ZDNHDOWAPPC.SMALL.jpg JFabor Living in the city has its ups and it has its downs...one perk is that there is a plethora of abandoned materials hanging about just waiting to be taken home to be upcycled!  For those of you living in an urban setting, you're no stranger to seeing these urban eyesores hanging out in alleys and aban...
By: JFabor

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Mar 2013 17:34:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Sword-Shield-Pillow/
Sword & Shield Pillow! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPA/KQMN/HDOW6EDN/FPAKQMNHDOW6EDN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPA/KQMN/HDOW6EDN/FPAKQMNHDOW6EDN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPA/KQMN/HDOW6EDN/FPAKQMNHDOW6EDN.SMALL.jpg Stephanefalies For making yourself invincible in pillow fighting and for epic nap taking! Supplies! You'll need: Gray or Silver Fabric Brown Fabric Gold Fabric or Ribbon Gray Thread Brown Thread Gold/Yellow Thread Stuffing for Your Pillow Scissors Needles Pins Measuring Tape Sewing Machine Pen or Fabric Pencil ...
By: Stephanefalies

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 1 Mar 2013 02:47:45 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/King-Size-Wood-Flooring-Platform-Bed-and-Headboard/
King Size Wood Flooring Platform Bed and Headboard with Built-in Lights and Outlets and Hidden Drawers for $400! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/6YCW/HDOW39UL/FBL6YCWHDOW39UL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/6YCW/HDOW39UL/FBL6YCWHDOW39UL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/6YCW/HDOW39UL/FBL6YCWHDOW39UL.SMALL.jpg gtnavyboy Wow, that's a really long title! A few years ago, I designed and built this headboard for my wife (fiance at the time) when we lived apart.  It plugs into any 1 standard wall outlet, and includes 2 light switches for the overhead lights (3-way switches so either side would control them), and 4 regu...
By: gtnavyboy

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Feb 2013 16:40:33 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Multimedia-desk-with-built-in-subwoofer/
Multimedia desk with built in subwoofer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP1/TSWO/HD7U1R2D/FP1TSWOHD7U1R2D.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP1/TSWO/HD7U1R2D/FP1TSWOHD7U1R2D.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP1/TSWO/HD7U1R2D/FP1TSWOHD7U1R2D.SMALL.jpg renata86 I live in a small apartment and needed a desk for my living room. It had few requirements: 1) Has to look nice 2) Suitable for both work and entertainment 2) Needs to house all asociated devices     * printer     * cable modem     * WiFi router     * external sound card     * AV reciever     * Subw...
By: renata86

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Feb 2013 10:21:53 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Go-Bananas-1/
Go Bananas! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1K/XZJN/HD4VNL83/F1KXZJNHD4VNL83.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1K/XZJN/HD4VNL83/F1KXZJNHD4VNL83.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1K/XZJN/HD4VNL83/F1KXZJNHD4VNL83.SMALL.jpg Sherrybaby81485 Let your little monkey know how much you love them by showing them you've gone bananas for them. I've been looking for a cute chair for the kids play room and I came across a used chair that needed a lot of work. In this Instructable I will show you how to make a "banana" removeable/washable cover f...
By: Sherrybaby81485

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 26 Feb 2013 07:48:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Familie-Binder-chair/
Familie Binder - chair by Michael Holzer & Magdalena Reiter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6L/RZAS/HD8Z1E2X/F6LRZASHD8Z1E2X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6L/RZAS/HD8Z1E2X/F6LRZASHD8Z1E2X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6L/RZAS/HD8Z1E2X/F6LRZASHD8Z1E2X.SMALL.jpg magdalenareiter Familie Binder is a small family of furniture consisting of the stool 44/17, the chair 44/21 and the lounger 46/16. The seats are conceptualized for home assembly. Once cut, polished and drilled, the wooden parts are simply put together using a cable tie. Familie Binder was designed by Upper Austria...
By: magdalenareiter

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 20 Feb 2013 04:06:41 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Familie-Binder-stool/
Familie Binder - stool by Margit Greinýcker & Katja Seifert - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F41/CA2U/HD8S25CK/F41CA2UHD8S25CK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F41/CA2U/HD8S25CK/F41CA2UHD8S25CK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F41/CA2U/HD8S25CK/F41CA2UHD8S25CK.SMALL.jpg magdalenareiter Familie Binder is a small family of furniture consisting of the stool 44/17, the chair 44/21 and the lounger 46/16. The seats are conceptualized for home assembly. Once cut, polished and drilled, the wooden parts are simply put together using a cable tie. Familie Binder was designed by Upper Austria...
By: magdalenareiter

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 20 Feb 2013 03:37:18 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Ergonomic-Polystyrene-Keyboard-and-Trackpad-Holder/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F57/0QIJ/HD4VOOX0/F570QIJHD4VOOX0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F57/0QIJ/HD4VOOX0/F570QIJHD4VOOX0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F57/0QIJ/HD4VOOX0/F570QIJHD4VOOX0.SMALL.jpg ischommer Got RSI? Neck pain? This little project might help to correct your posture when using a keyboard. It allows you to place keyboard and trackpad on your lap instead of the desk, putting your wrists and back in a more natural position. And best of all: It just requires some screws, a craft knife and so...
By: ischommer

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 16 Feb 2013 10:55:41 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Sliced-LACK-table/
Sliced LACK table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJY/RNJ8/HD4VLTDG/FJYRNJ8HD4VLTDG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJY/RNJ8/HD4VLTDG/FJYRNJ8HD4VLTDG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJY/RNJ8/HD4VLTDG/FJYRNJ8HD4VLTDG.SMALL.jpg BrittLiv In this instructable I am going to show you how to make an ikea LACK table stand on two legs. Even though this is a rather simple mod, it is going to get you quite a few puzzled looks. I originally wanted to make the table stand on one leg, but even though it is stable enough to support itself I was...
By: BrittLiv

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 Feb 2013 11:27:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Star-Wars-Cushion-Covers/
Star Wars Cushion Covers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL0/Q65W/HCV9CB6M/FL0Q65WHCV9CB6M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL0/Q65W/HCV9CB6M/FL0Q65WHCV9CB6M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL0/Q65W/HCV9CB6M/FL0Q65WHCV9CB6M.SMALL.jpg backwards lamb I needed some cushions for my sofa and.... Well .... I like Star Wars.So i decided to have a go at making some cushion covers.  Materials And Tools -Sewing machine. -Scissors. -Pins. (Ones with balls on the heads, easy to see when sewing.) -Thread to match chosen design. -Fabric of you chosen ...
By: backwards lamb

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Feb 2013 11:58:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Guitar-Case-Table/
Make a Guitar Case Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/EEU5/HCV8NIEX/F7PEEU5HCV8NIEX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/EEU5/HCV8NIEX/F7PEEU5HCV8NIEX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/EEU5/HCV8NIEX/F7PEEU5HCV8NIEX.SMALL.jpg knife141 I was wandering around in a tag sale one day and came across an old chipboard guitar case, which seemed like the perfect candidate for an unusual table.  So, I headed to my shop with my $5 purchase and got to work. Materials & Tools Required The materials I used were: - an old chipboard guitar c...
By: knife141

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 7 Feb 2013 07:57:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/desktop-fireplace/
desktop fireplace - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVG/2TQZ/HCJO4ZFK/FVG2TQZHCJO4ZFK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVG/2TQZ/HCJO4ZFK/FVG2TQZHCJO4ZFK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVG/2TQZ/HCJO4ZFK/FVG2TQZHCJO4ZFK.SMALL.gif mikeasaurus Having your computer monitor play a video of a roaring fire is good, but somehow I felt like it lacked the authenticity of a real fire. Though seeing a video of a fire evokes some feelings of nostalgia, I was always brought back to reality when I glanced to the side of the screen and saw some remind...
By: mikeasaurus

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Feb 2013 13:40:18 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Ikea-Hack-Murphy-Bed-with-Sliding-Doors/
Ikea Hack - Murphy Bed with Sliding Doors - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFH/EC6N/HD4VMDX5/FFHEC6NHD4VMDX5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFH/EC6N/HD4VMDX5/FFHEC6NHD4VMDX5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFH/EC6N/HD4VMDX5/FFHEC6NHD4VMDX5.SMALL.jpg newfangled We have a spare bedroom that is long, but also fairly narrow.  With a queen bed there wasn't much space for anything else, but we wanted to make the room more multi-functional.  The obvious solution was a murphy bed. We spoke to some of the local suppliers, and for a basic murphy bed and cabinet wi...
By: newfangled

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 30 Jan 2013 11:57:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/57-Chevy-Classic-Car-Couch/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Z/7YCA/HCB8U5WS/F6Z7YCAHCB8U5WS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Z/7YCA/HCB8U5WS/F6Z7YCAHCB8U5WS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Z/7YCA/HCB8U5WS/F6Z7YCAHCB8U5WS.SMALL.jpg BILLETSURFER 1957 Chevy Classic Car Couch       +WOW Factor      I built my 1957 Chevy Classic Car Couch a few years ago,  I lost the step by step pics of the build but included pics of the new parts needed to build your own.  *Its important to point out the cost of parts definitely reflects the quality of ...
By: BILLETSURFER

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 Jan 2013 10:08:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/MODULAR-BOOKCASE/
MODULAR BOOKCASE - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAF/6RSV/HCB8TKXH/FAF6RSVHCB8TKXH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAF/6RSV/HCB8TKXH/FAF6RSVHCB8TKXH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAF/6RSV/HCB8TKXH/FAF6RSVHCB8TKXH.SMALL.jpg warehouse32    A few months after moving into our apt, my wife and I quickly realized that our stuff was taking over what little space we had! So, instead of simply buying everything premade, we decided to embrace our inner DIY and build a bookcase that not only fit our style and budget, but most importantly, m...
By: warehouse32

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 Jan 2013 20:18:39 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Old-Door-to-Chalkboard-Headboard/
Old Door to Chalkboard Headboard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/O08Q/HAQ3DMQ2/FC2O08QHAQ3DMQ2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/O08Q/HAQ3DMQ2/FC2O08QHAQ3DMQ2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/O08Q/HAQ3DMQ2/FC2O08QHAQ3DMQ2.SMALL.jpg abigail-nicole I love chalkboard paint and needed a headboard. So I made one! You need: a bed an old door chalkboard paint (this comes in spray cans, $7, or quarts, $10) painter's tape some old paper screws a drill  step one: find a door to fit your bed Measure your bed. Or don't!  from wikipedia, standard a...
By: abigail-nicole

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 Jan 2013 10:13:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Padded-reclining-headboard/
Padded reclining headboard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Z/STDM/HAQ3D9T0/F9ZSTDMHAQ3D9T0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Z/STDM/HAQ3D9T0/F9ZSTDMHAQ3D9T0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Z/STDM/HAQ3D9T0/F9ZSTDMHAQ3D9T0.SMALL.jpg pencilneck This is an old crappy headboard my wife and I built 13-ish years ago.  It was a lot better than the headboard we didn't have at the time.  But there were issues with it.  It wobbled when you leaned against it.  It was kept upright by being bolted directly to the bed frame, but not a very solid feeli...
By: pencilneck

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 Jan 2013 23:30:24 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Norwegian-Wood/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/GHN0/HBUZH55C/FZVGHN0HBUZH55C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/GHN0/HBUZH55C/FZVGHN0HBUZH55C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/GHN0/HBUZH55C/FZVGHN0HBUZH55C.SMALL.jpg ValeB This is a model of a simple and basic table for a designer in 1:5 scale and its stool. It is ideal for a designer who works in a private space, in fact, the table is very long (in 1:1 scale should measure 200 cm long and 90 cm wide). The model is made of pine wood for the top table and the top stool...
By: ValeB

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 16 Jan 2013 13:03:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Shelf-for-a-Closet-TechShop/
Simple Shelf for a Closet - TechShop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOL/67GT/HAQ31PUS/FOL67GTHAQ31PUS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOL/67GT/HAQ31PUS/FOL67GTHAQ31PUS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOL/67GT/HAQ31PUS/FOL67GTHAQ31PUS.SMALL.jpg Phil Cyr I decided that my closet needed to get cleaned. Every time I've cleaned my room in the last few years, my closet has gotten less clean. Well I'd had enough of that and decided that the only real way to clean the closet would be to go build a real shelf- unlike that chunk of plywood I had stacked on ...
By: Phil Cyr

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 14 Jan 2013 19:53:02 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Create-a-Pallet-Desk/
How to Create a Pallet Desk - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F85/4XV5/HAQ31UR2/F854XV5HAQ31UR2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F85/4XV5/HAQ31UR2/F854XV5HAQ31UR2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F85/4XV5/HAQ31UR2/F854XV5HAQ31UR2.SMALL.jpg kwyshe This project, while it does require some skill in using a “Skil” Saw (sorry, no pun intended), was a relatively easy undertaking that took approximately 3 hours from start to finish.  You will need safety glasses, a Skil saw, tape measure, power drill with a 3/4″ extra long bit, pencil, level (or lo...
By: kwyshe

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:05:51 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Vegetable-Juice-Stain-for-Wood-Furniture/
Vegetable Juice Stain for Wood Furniture - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/X7OW/HABDGZ1F/FFEX7OWHABDGZ1F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/X7OW/HABDGZ1F/FFEX7OWHABDGZ1F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/X7OW/HABDGZ1F/FFEX7OWHABDGZ1F.SMALL.jpg taransa My husband and I were gifted a table before we got married (meaning we've had it about 7 years now). I don't know how old it was before we got it. It is an awesome table - straightforward and reasonably sturdy and awesome. Over the years it has dried out further than it was, and just needed some ooo...
By: taransa

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 9 Dec 2012 22:30:13 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Bowling-Lane-Table/
Reclaimed Bowling Lane Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCA/OR1L/HAH02KRE/FCAOR1LHAH02KRE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCA/OR1L/HAH02KRE/FCAOR1LHAH02KRE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCA/OR1L/HAH02KRE/FCAOR1LHAH02KRE.SMALL.jpg hoda0013 I recently moved into my first house and was in need of a dining room table.  I saw a picture of a table that used an old section of bowling lane for its top and decided that I'd like to build something similar for myself.  With about 30 hours of work over a few months I was able to turn a tattered ...
By: hoda0013

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 9 Dec 2012 18:50:02 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/An-Outdoor-Project-Desk-on-the-Cheap/
An Outdoor Project Desk on the Cheap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7R/YVGQ/FYTCLBB1/F7RYVGQFYTCLBB1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7R/YVGQ/FYTCLBB1/F7RYVGQFYTCLBB1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7R/YVGQ/FYTCLBB1/F7RYVGQFYTCLBB1.SMALL.jpg natantus Fires raged in California this weekend and I got an unexpected call telling me not to head into work on Monday. With the free time I decided to build a project desk for the back patio of my apartment. Recently I bought a Dremel for another project and after cleaning little plastic bits out of the ...
By: natantus

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:55:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Providore-IKEA-Hack/
Providore IKEA Hack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNF/G16F/HA4MGIUX/FNFG16FHA4MGIUX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNF/G16F/HA4MGIUX/FNFG16FHA4MGIUX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNF/G16F/HA4MGIUX/FNFG16FHA4MGIUX.SMALL.jpg hjacksonau The lady of the house spied a nice piece at a furniture store - named providore - it looked provincial and would fit our décor - But it was a little bit too tall, and definitely too expensive at @$750.  Disheartened we went to IKEA ant though about hacking one of theirs to get the piece that we wan...
By: hjacksonau

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 3 Dec 2012 01:08:02 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Repurpose-an-Old-Coffee-Table-to-Make-an-Ottoman/
Repurpose an Old Coffee Table to Make an Ottoman - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7J/DWJU/HA4MK473/F7JDWJUHA4MK473.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7J/DWJU/HA4MK473/F7JDWJUHA4MK473.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7J/DWJU/HA4MK473/F7JDWJUHA4MK473.SMALL.jpg PadiDiver33 This project was born from the fact that I am starting from scratch in my living room, and I had no place to rest my feet. I had a brass inlayed coffee table that my dad brought back from Africa. Yes, it’s pretty, but it is god awful to rest your feet on plus... it started to turn into a shelf that ...
By: PadiDiver33

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 30 Nov 2012 10:27:56 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Custom-Solid-Surface-Cutting-Board/
Custom Solid Surface Cutting Board - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3H/NUMC/GTQVOKAH/F3HNUMCGTQVOKAH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3H/NUMC/GTQVOKAH/F3HNUMCGTQVOKAH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3H/NUMC/GTQVOKAH/F3HNUMCGTQVOKAH.SMALL.jpg stevemoseley This Instructable will teach you how to make a custom cutting board using solid surface material that is normally used for kitchen counter tops. Most people refer to it as corian, but corian is a brand name of solid surface material. These custom cutting boards are great if you want something a lit...
By: stevemoseley

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:17:03 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Candle-Holders-Made-with-3D-Modeling-and-Laser-Cut/
Candle Holders Made with 3D Modeling and Laser Cutting - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVP/5JRM/H8RVDF2N/FVP5JRMH8RVDF2N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVP/5JRM/H8RVDF2N/FVP5JRMH8RVDF2N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVP/5JRM/H8RVDF2N/FVP5JRMH8RVDF2N.SMALL.jpg technoplastique Using 3D modeling to design things has some advantages - namely the opportunity to create a lot of concepts but only commit the physical resources to making your favorites. Rotating a shape can give you perspective on how it will look that 2D drawings can't. 3D printing is still pricy and can come w...
By: technoplastique

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Nov 2012 09:21:39 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Travel-Bar/
Travel Bar - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Z/PHTZ/H8RVD40H/F9ZPHTZH8RVD40H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Z/PHTZ/H8RVD40H/F9ZPHTZH8RVD40H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Z/PHTZ/H8RVD40H/F9ZPHTZH8RVD40H.SMALL.jpg antibromide If you are content to drink beer or wine, there are plenty of options for drinking on-the-go or to grab something on the way to a party.  For those of us who prefer something a bit more complex we find ourselves often disappointed by alcohol options at parties or find it is too much work to bring al...
By: antibromide

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Nov 2012 20:57:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Scrap-Adirondack-Chair/
Scrap Adirondack Chair - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXH/AK3T/H8AZK39O/FXHAK3TH8AZK39O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXH/AK3T/H8AZK39O/FXHAK3TH8AZK39O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXH/AK3T/H8AZK39O/FXHAK3TH8AZK39O.SMALL.jpg wholman Summer's over and the weather is crisping up, but it's not too late to spend some time lazing on the deck in the sun. These chairs are a modern take on the rustic Adirondack chair, stripped down to a simple wooden wedge with angled back and cantilevered arms. Low to the ground and laid-back, it's pe...
By: wholman

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Oct 2012 20:41:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Futon-Easy-Off-Slipcover/
Futon Easy-Off Slipcover - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGK/2UMA/H7QCQ2LR/FGK2UMAH7QCQ2LR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGK/2UMA/H7QCQ2LR/FGK2UMAH7QCQ2LR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGK/2UMA/H7QCQ2LR/FGK2UMAH7QCQ2LR.SMALL.jpg TheLacedAngel_TSMP I've got a futon with the heaviest freaking mattress ever.  I also have several cats that like to shed, so the futon needs a cover that I can wash.  I had a zip-on cover for it, but getting it off the crazy heavy mattress involved an hour long wrestling match that usually ended in sweat and bruises;...
By: TheLacedAngel_TSMP

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 30 Sep 2012 23:42:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Buttoned-Slip-Cover-for-Pillow/
Buttoned Slip Cover for Pillow - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFK/R7OC/H7431ZDS/FFKR7OCH7431ZDS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFK/R7OC/H7431ZDS/FFKR7OCH7431ZDS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFK/R7OC/H7431ZDS/FFKR7OCH7431ZDS.SMALL.jpg TheLacedAngel_TSMP Making a removable pillow slip cover can be quick and simple.  I made these pillow covers using tools and equipment available at TechShop Menlo Park. I chose to make these slip covers button-on style so  I can easily remove them for washing (multiple cat household = need to wash pillows a lot).  Th...
By: TheLacedAngel_TSMP

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 30 Sep 2012 20:57:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Cupcake-Cake-stands-and-Apothecary-Jars/
DIY Cupcake & Cake stands and Apothecary Jars! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKS/SGM9/H7ANT8DN/FKSSGM9H7ANT8DN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKS/SGM9/H7ANT8DN/FKSSGM9H7ANT8DN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKS/SGM9/H7ANT8DN/FKSSGM9H7ANT8DN.SMALL.jpg doodlecraft Do you love Cake stands and little cupcake stands...? Apothecary jars?  Little covered cookie stands??? If you do, this is for you...if not, scan through it and vote for me in the Make it Stick contest!  :) Okay, I love cakestands.  Mildly obsessed, I think. But I can not or will not afford store ...
By: doodlecraft

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 24 Sep 2012 10:35:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Custom-Stencil-and-Stain-Furniture/
DIY Custom Stencil and Stain Furniture! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFK/N6RO/H7ANSHTL/FFKN6ROH7ANSHTL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFK/N6RO/H7ANSHTL/FFKN6ROH7ANSHTL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFK/N6RO/H7ANSHTL/FFKN6ROH7ANSHTL.SMALL.jpg doodlecraft Stencil and Stain furniture with a custom made stencil! Here's some alarming before and afters... Acquire furniture items. I began with a nightstand that was in seriously bad shape. Glue, dents, dings, water stains, sticker goo...you name it... this thing was disgusting! The redeeming feature is ...
By: doodlecraft

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 20 Sep 2012 07:46:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Painting-an-old-dresser-to-that-really-ties-the-ro/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEV/BKV2/H5IRW3WF/FEVBKV2H5IRW3WF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEV/BKV2/H5IRW3WF/FEVBKV2H5IRW3WF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEV/BKV2/H5IRW3WF/FEVBKV2H5IRW3WF.SMALL.jpg rycollier We have our first child on the way and needed a dresser for the kid. I have had this old dresser since I was a child. It's really just fake laminate and particle board but pretty solid. The dark lacquered walnut really doesn't scream baby room either. We received a child comforter set that had all k...
By: rycollier

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 Aug 2012 10:22:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Vintage-style-Queen-Throne-chair-redo/
Vintage-style Queen Throne chair redo! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/AFSD/H703OCP0/FODAFSDH703OCP0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/AFSD/H703OCP0/FODAFSDH703OCP0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/AFSD/H703OCP0/FODAFSDH703OCP0.SMALL.jpg doodlecraft Here's my latest furniture redo... A fixed up chair we found on the side of the road. You read that right...it was FREE! This has taken me so long, but I love how it turned out! The perfect photo prop vintage style carved queen throne! The beginning... Here's how it began. We drove to a nearby ...
By: doodlecraft

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 13 Sep 2012 11:37:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Height-Adjustable-Table-for-less-than-70/
DIY Height Adjustable Table (for less than $70) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/1O7J/H672T3CU/FC61O7JH672T3CU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/1O7J/H672T3CU/FC61O7JH672T3CU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/1O7J/H672T3CU/FC61O7JH672T3CU.SMALL.jpg tobiassonne For a long time I wanted to have a height adjustable table in my home office. Unfortunately I couldn't find an Instructables or other DIY guide that allowed me to easily and cheaply make a height adjustable table. So, I decided to build one myself.  The solution I have come up with allows me to adj...
By: tobiassonne

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 11 Sep 2012 23:43:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/A-6-poster-poly-bed/
A 6-poster poly bed - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVI/LH09/H6MF3YHT/FVILH09H6MF3YHT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVI/LH09/H6MF3YHT/FVILH09H6MF3YHT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVI/LH09/H6MF3YHT/FVILH09H6MF3YHT.SMALL.jpg Natasz I have to say that people in polyamorous relationships don't have it easy when it comes to buying things. There are no tables for three in restaurants, or holiday deals for a family of four adults. And one problem always comes up - all beds that are on the market are for either one or two people. Th...
By: Natasz

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 11 Sep 2012 14:18:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Modal-Designer-Shelves-T-Shelves/
DIY Modal Designer Shelves (T-Shelves) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/HIQH/H6S4FZRW/FR3HIQHH6S4FZRW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/HIQH/H6S4FZRW/FR3HIQHH6S4FZRW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/HIQH/H6S4FZRW/FR3HIQHH6S4FZRW.SMALL.jpg SelkeyMoonbeam I was inspired by the j1studio T-shelves a while ago- I prototyped them in paper first poorly then much more accurately. I highly recommend trying the second iteration yourself before you start on the rather more expensive wooden version of these shelves. It's also much, much easier to make these in...
By: SelkeyMoonbeam

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 7 Sep 2012 19:38:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fixing-up-old-furniture-with-decoupage/
"Fixing" up old furniture with decoupage - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/J5CB/H6I6WI0T/FSMJ5CBH6I6WI0T.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/J5CB/H6I6WI0T/FSMJ5CBH6I6WI0T.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/J5CB/H6I6WI0T/FSMJ5CBH6I6WI0T.SMALL.jpg sweetgirlnicki I was looking for furniture for my kid's room at a local Goodwill when I stumbled upon two little mismatched school chairs and a beaten up drawing table.  Despite their cosmetic appearance, they were stable and in good condition.  I decided to cover the top of the table with pictures of books my chi...
By: sweetgirlnicki

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 31 Aug 2012 22:04:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wall-mounted-work-deskchalkboard/
Wall-mounted work desk/chalkboard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCM/EY4N/H68GSTKK/FCMEY4NH68GSTKK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCM/EY4N/H68GSTKK/FCMEY4NH68GSTKK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCM/EY4N/H68GSTKK/FCMEY4NH68GSTKK.SMALL.jpg alaskantomboy I decided my new little nephew needed a fun work space for crafts, art, and doodling. While planning out my designs I decided this would be a perfect time to test out the chalkboard paint I have seen around. Then the idea hit me to make a work area that can be both a table and a chalkboard at the sa...
By: alaskantomboy

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 26 Aug 2012 18:43:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Knock-Down-Shelves/
Knock-Down Shelves - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG5/Y3FS/H672PF83/FG5Y3FSH672PF83.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG5/Y3FS/H672PF83/FG5Y3FSH672PF83.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG5/Y3FS/H672PF83/FG5Y3FSH672PF83.SMALL.jpg wholman For years, my books have lived in milk crates, cardboard boxes, and endless piles. Given their impact on my quality of life and my work, I decided it was high time I fixed the situation and gave these little slabs of knowledge their own sturdy, permanent home. I moved (again) at the beginning of Au...
By: wholman

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