http://www.instructables.com Fri, 24 May 2013 10:32:22 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Bride-of-Spirit-Lantern/
Snapple, Steel and Green Fire: Bride of Spirit Lantern - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/HOYO/HGG4APFG/FSCHOYOHGG4APFG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/HOYO/HGG4APFG/FSCHOYOHGG4APFG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/HOYO/HGG4APFG/FSCHOYOHGG4APFG.SMALL.jpg The Green Gentleman My previous green fire instructable, The Spirit Lantern (Green Fire 2.0), was entertaining and educational to make, but it raised a couple of concerns: 1) A methanol flame is hot (from 500Ú C up to ~1900Ú C under some conditions according to online sources - I've been able to bend borosilicate tubi...
By: The Green Gentleman

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 06:53:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/parasitic-planters/
parasitic planters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMA/UQNJ/HG85CZKG/FMAUQNJHG85CZKG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMA/UQNJ/HG85CZKG/FMAUQNJHG85CZKG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMA/UQNJ/HG85CZKG/FMAUQNJHG85CZKG.SMALL.jpg foobear When I bought my house, there was and still is a good deal of this invasive species established here called Japanese Knotweed.  It has an appearance like bamboo, but without much structural strength to it.   It's very prolific and tends to shade out other vegetation.  And it grows from a three inch ...
By: foobear

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 May 2013 18:50:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/free-standing-vertical-planter/
free standing vertical planter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHN/9M7D/HFSHV3I2/FHN9M7DHFSHV3I2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHN/9M7D/HFSHV3I2/FHN9M7DHFSHV3I2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHN/9M7D/HFSHV3I2/FHN9M7DHFSHV3I2.SMALL.jpg foobear Here's a way to grow plants vertically using limited space and water.   It also allows seedlings to get up high into the sunlight, outwitting the aggressive invasive species in the yard, if you have them like I do. You could make a flowering fence with these if you were so inclined. I got the init...
By: foobear

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 May 2013 18:04:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Super-easy-natural-fertilizer/
Super easy natural fertilizer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F81/61AN/HFPTJP6K/F8161ANHFPTJP6K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F81/61AN/HFPTJP6K/F8161ANHFPTJP6K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F81/61AN/HFPTJP6K/F8161ANHFPTJP6K.SMALL.jpg Peter11235 No, I don't mean dung :-). I mean the tea leftovers. When you make tea, don't throw away those leaves/leaf parts on the bottom of your cup. Use them to help your plants grow (You can also use the tea itself-I will tell you how in a moment). Its also green because you use thing otherwise considered a...
By: Peter11235

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 07:26:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-humidity-dome-for-seedlings/
DIY humidity dome for seedlings - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXU/I83C/HFPTI76X/FXUI83CHFPTI76X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXU/I83C/HFPTI76X/FXUI83CHFPTI76X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXU/I83C/HFPTI76X/FXUI83CHFPTI76X.SMALL.jpg pudi.dk When sprouting seeds or rooting clones it's a good idea keep them in a place with warm and humid air(~20-25°C / 68-77 °F). This is where a humidity dome comes in. Putting the seeds or clones in a Jiffy pot or a Rockwool cube and then filling bottom with water will create a humid climate perfect for ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 26 Apr 2013 09:55:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Creating-Activated-Carbon-From-Food-Waste-CCC-Car/
Creating Activated Carbon From Food Waste (CCC Carbon Method) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/0TDZ/HFPTI911/F920TDZHFPTI911.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/0TDZ/HFPTI911/F920TDZHFPTI911.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/0TDZ/HFPTI911/F920TDZHFPTI911.SMALL.jpg nocureforcrazy For a full Youtube tutorial: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dM1MMJJ3c08 Activated carbon is a porous substance derived from organic material (usually woody, fibrous stuff). The useful thing about activated carbon is that it can filter out contaminants from both water and air, which makes it an impo...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 20:29:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sweet-Cherry-Pie-a-recycled-candle-project-for-P/
Sweet Cherry Pie - a recycled candle project for Pi Day. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCB/17LG/HEBNH7QW/FCB17LGHEBNH7QW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCB/17LG/HEBNH7QW/FCB17LGHEBNH7QW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCB/17LG/HEBNH7QW/FCB17LGHEBNH7QW.SMALL.jpg fawnandfable This Pi Day make yourself a pie you can enjoy for weeks! I know it sounds too good to be true, but this eco-friendly little project is sure to satisfy any pie craving. To make this recycled candle, you will need: + Candle stubs + A wick (I love wooden wicks, they make such a nice warm crackling sou...
By: fawnandfable

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Mar 2013 16:17:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Clover-Clips/
Clover Clips! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2J/N65Z/HDOVYU43/F2JN65ZHDOVYU43.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2J/N65Z/HDOVYU43/F2JN65ZHDOVYU43.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2J/N65Z/HDOVYU43/F2JN65ZHDOVYU43.SMALL.jpg VickieHowell As the mother of a child named, "Clover" I have a soft spot for shamrocks. With St. Patrick's Day coming up though, what little lass couldn't use a pair of Clover Hair Clips? Enjoy! --Vickie Materials & Info 1 ball (or scraps) of Sheep(ish) by Vickie Howell, in color: Chartreuse(ish) -- ...
By: VickieHowell

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Feb 2013 13:02:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Paper-Creation-from-Recyclable-Material/
Paper Creation from Recyclable Material - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZK/RMB4/HCJOH1HI/FZKRMB4HCJOH1HI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZK/RMB4/HCJOH1HI/FZKRMB4HCJOH1HI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZK/RMB4/HCJOH1HI/FZKRMB4HCJOH1HI.SMALL.jpg Liz_Etter Making paper from recyclable materials is a fun, environmentally friendly way of creating new memories! This paper can be any different color, shape, or size, and can be used for anything from a science project, to scrap-booking, or writing letters and postcards.  Tools and Materials You will nee...
By: Liz_Etter

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 Feb 2013 14:30:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Rain-Barrels-Chicken-Coops-and-Solar-Panels/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG5/WVG6/GHDS6OBK/FG5WVG6GHDS6OBK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG5/WVG6/GHDS6OBK/FG5WVG6GHDS6OBK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG5/WVG6/GHDS6OBK/FG5WVG6GHDS6OBK.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Welcome to Rain Barrels, Chicken Coops, and Solar Panels: projects to get you off the grid, a collection of awesome do-it-yourself projects from Instructables.com! The Instructables editors have chosen some of our best do-it-yourself off-the-grid projects to educate and inspire you to make great th...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 8 Sep 2011 15:32:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/T-shirt-rags-4-rags-from-1-shirt-with-just-2-cut/
T-shirt rags - 4 rags from 1 shirt with just 2 cuts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F72/MVYQ/H0GGYKL9/F72MVYQH0GGYKL9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F72/MVYQ/H0GGYKL9/F72MVYQH0GGYKL9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F72/MVYQ/H0GGYKL9/F72MVYQH0GGYKL9.SMALL.jpg MatthewTaylor Here's a really simple way to make 4 rags from one old t-shirt in 2 cuts. All you need is: An old t-shirt, or better yet a bunch of them A sharp box knife (be careful, they can be dangerous) A sold cutting board or workbench  It's all spelled out in the video.  They're handy to have around the g...
By: MatthewTaylor

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Apr 2012 11:01:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Have-a-mold-free-shower-curtain-in-your-bathtub/
Have a mold free shower curtain in your bathtub - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOT/GIWG/HAIK2VGC/FOTGIWGHAIK2VGC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOT/GIWG/HAIK2VGC/FOTGIWGHAIK2VGC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOT/GIWG/HAIK2VGC/FOTGIWGHAIK2VGC.SMALL.jpg mole1   Not only is a mold free shower curtain possible, it's easy! What you will need 1 - A small hook to attach to the wall above the tub.  This can be a little plastic 'sticky' hook if you have smooth tile walls, or a suction cup hook if you have smooth walls but don't want to use any adhesive on t...
By: mole1

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 12 Dec 2012 10:16:05 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-Straw-Clay-Plaster-Together-Easy-and-Fun/
Making Straw Clay Plaster: Together, Easy, and Fun! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4M/D8VB/H7434PSU/F4MD8VBH7434PSU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4M/D8VB/H7434PSU/F4MD8VBH7434PSU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4M/D8VB/H7434PSU/F4MD8VBH7434PSU.SMALL.jpg Attila-RT Hello! This is a tutorial on how to mix an extremely sticky, high insulation straw clay-plaster using local, natural, and bio-degradable materials. This tutorial will cover the elements necessary to mixing a flexible, durable, and long lasting plaster. This tutorial will also give opportunities for ...
By: Attila-RT

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 16 Sep 2012 07:00:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-12-Volt-Chlorine-Producing-Unit-for-Water-Puri/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV1/8PCO/H58P332M/FV18PCOH58P332M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV1/8PCO/H58P332M/FV18PCOH58P332M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV1/8PCO/H58P332M/FV18PCOH58P332M.SMALL.jpg tngun Today’s project is a device used to create a practically inexhaustible supply of the same disinfecting solution as the calcium hypochlorite makes. IF you want to go off grid, you have to have a supply of safe drinking water.  This instuctable shows how I built an inexpensive way of purifying water...
By: tngun

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 Aug 2012 04:10:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Tote-Bag-from-a-Discarded-Grain-Bag/
Make a Tote Bag from a Discarded Grain Bag - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/XKAT/H6734K8F/FFCXKATH6734K8F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/XKAT/H6734K8F/FFCXKATH6734K8F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/XKAT/H6734K8F/FFCXKATH6734K8F.SMALL.jpg cschanelydon While at my local brewery, I saw a pile of empty grain bags.  The head brewer was annoyed that the guy who was supposed to pick them up had not yet, and he was about to put all of them in the dumpster.  I had to do something, so I snagged a dozen or so, with the intent of making tote bags with them....
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2012 15:20:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Turn-a-playing-card-into-a-solar-charger-for-AA-ba/
Turn a playing card into a solar charger for AA batteries - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUL/JOOV/H4AGI32X/FULJOOVH4AGI32X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUL/JOOV/H4AGI32X/FULJOOVH4AGI32X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUL/JOOV/H4AGI32X/FULJOOVH4AGI32X.SMALL.jpg sfrayne I own loads of rechargeable NiMH AA and AAA batteries, but most always seem to be dead when I need them.  So, I wanted a cheap and fast way to make battery chargers that I can keep on my desk, so that I could have an armada of charged batteries at all times.  I didn't want to take up more outlets an...
By: sfrayne

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 7 Jul 2012 10:55:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Plastic-bottles-make-great-piggy-banks/
Plastic bottles make great piggy banks! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCX/L7G9/H5ED7RQH/FCXL7G9H5ED7RQH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCX/L7G9/H5ED7RQH/FCXL7G9H5ED7RQH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCX/L7G9/H5ED7RQH/FCXL7G9H5ED7RQH.SMALL.jpg dezine And the fun just keeps on comin'... When I came up with the idea of using plastic cold drink bottles for tea, coffee and sugar cannisters, so many other ideas popped into my head that I just had to give them all a try. This one repurposes plastic bottles into piggy or cow saving banks. There are...
By: dezine

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Aug 2012 04:30:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/A-table-lamp-from-plastic-bottles/
A table lamp from plastic bottles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVR/J5H4/H4VQKW4W/FVRJ5H4H4VQKW4W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVR/J5H4/H4VQKW4W/FVRJ5H4H4VQKW4W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVR/J5H4/H4VQKW4W/FVRJ5H4H4VQKW4W.SMALL.jpg dezine Who would have thought that by using a few empty plastic cold drink bottles you could not only recycle them, but also have a stunning floor lamp.  Anyone can make this gorgeous floor lamp and all you really need are some empty 2-litre plastic bottles. Cut your plastic bottles For this project you...
By: dezine

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Jul 2012 08:53:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Plastic-herb-name-tags/
Plastic herb name tags - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0F/FZ9C/H52FX07I/F0FFZ9CH52FX07I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0F/FZ9C/H52FX07I/F0FFZ9CH52FX07I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0F/FZ9C/H52FX07I/F0FFZ9CH52FX07I.SMALL.jpg dezine I am always on the lookout for new ways to repurpose plastic bottles and have plenty of projects on Home-Dzine.co.za to share. One of my favourites is to use the bottom of a plastic 2-litre bottle for making herb name tags. Cut the bottle Use a sharp craft knife to cut off the bottom of your 2-li...
By: dezine

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Jul 2012 09:46:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/programable-solar-panels/
programmable solar charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/ZMQT/H5408O4U/F4CZMQTH5408O4U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/ZMQT/H5408O4U/F4CZMQTH5408O4U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/ZMQT/H5408O4U/F4CZMQTH5408O4U.SMALL.jpg jakobus9 I had a solar charger, but wit the years the complex electronics supporting it gave up. But when I took it apart I noticed that the panels them selfs were still working. Wanting to reuse them I came up with this. A programmable solar charger. by a simple shorting block and headers you can 'program'...
By: jakobus9

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Jul 2012 07:04:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pallet-Adirondack-Chair-1/
Pallet Adirondack Chair - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/B0X8/H5JCLR0D/FH4B0X8H5JCLR0D.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/B0X8/H5JCLR0D/FH4B0X8H5JCLR0D.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/B0X8/H5JCLR0D/FH4B0X8H5JCLR0D.SMALL.jpg captianoats There seems to be a movement of people trying to make all kinds of new stuff out of used pallets. There are several reasons I wanted to jump on this bandwagon: 1. I'm a tightwad and pallets are free. 2. It's an earth friendly way to repurpose something that would otherwise end up in a landfill. 3. ...
By: captianoats

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 28 Jul 2012 18:29:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Shopping-bag-from-plastic-shopping-bags/
Shopping bag from plastic shopping bags - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/A9JL/H5405XWN/FU3A9JLH5405XWN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/A9JL/H5405XWN/FU3A9JLH5405XWN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/A9JL/H5405XWN/FU3A9JLH5405XWN.SMALL.jpg dezine Just finished my new plastic shopping bag made from old plastic shopping bags! I recently posted a project on my website (Home-Dzine.co.za) using my DIY super-large crochet hook and the whole idea behind designing the hook was to be able to make a shopping bag with plastic bags. Well, it's done and ...
By: dezine

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Jul 2012 08:24:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rainwater-harvesting-Rain-Barrel-DIY/
Rainwater harvesting: Rain Barrel DIY - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F27/NHKR/H347FMIK/F27NHKRH347FMIK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F27/NHKR/H347FMIK/F27NHKRH347FMIK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F27/NHKR/H347FMIK/F27NHKRH347FMIK.SMALL.jpg GeeDeeKay Rain water collection. Nature's most fundamentally important resource for human habitation -- the earth purifies it from all sorts of sources through the evaporation process, transports it all around the globe, then drops it from the heavens for us to drink, water our crops, bathe and swim, among my...
By: GeeDeeKay

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 19 Jul 2012 10:38:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-Solar-Fridge/
Cheap Solar Fridge - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/9ZFL/H4AGDUU0/FC69ZFLH4AGDUU0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/9ZFL/H4AGDUU0/FC69ZFLH4AGDUU0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/9ZFL/H4AGDUU0/FC69ZFLH4AGDUU0.SMALL.jpg cruzer28 This instructable is being entered in the Green Tech Contest so please vote. This solar fridge is a simple and quick diy project. The reason I decided to build it was because the fridge in your house takes up a ton of energy.  This fridge is so cheap and reliable that it can be used in 3rd world co...
By: cruzer28

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 Jul 2012 22:06:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Interior-Lighting-Getting-Your-Solar-Feet-W/
Solar Interior Lighting (Getting Your Solar Feet Wet) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHU/BLE3/H0FLJC1H/FHUBLE3H0FLJC1H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHU/BLE3/H0FLJC1H/FHUBLE3H0FLJC1H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHU/BLE3/H0FLJC1H/FHUBLE3H0FLJC1H.SMALL.jpg dlewisa This is more of a proof of concept for both regular folk and fellow solar-hippie-alternative-energy freaks out there. There is no reason that anyone should have to pay for electricity to light their homes anymore. The majority of energy used in homes is from heating and cooling of one type or anothe...
By: dlewisa

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 May 2012 14:58:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Upcycled-Pop-Bottle-Corsage/
Upcycled Pop Bottle Corsage - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8J/OCL0/H1ENC1K9/F8JOCL0H1ENC1K9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8J/OCL0/H1ENC1K9/F8JOCL0H1ENC1K9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8J/OCL0/H1ENC1K9/F8JOCL0H1ENC1K9.SMALL.jpg ModMischief Make a pretty and attention grabbing flower from a pop bottle and some plastic bags! I made these upcycled light up corsages and boutonnières for the volunteers at Promdemonium - It was a great way to help them stand out in the crowd! What You'll Need Materials: -Plastic pop bottle (large or sma...
By: ModMischief

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:40:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Magazine-Pages-Bowl/
Recycled Magazine Pages Bowl - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/GAQP/H17MCQOA/F96GAQPH17MCQOA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/GAQP/H17MCQOA/F96GAQPH17MCQOA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/GAQP/H17MCQOA/F96GAQPH17MCQOA.SMALL.jpg DeandrasCrafts One rainy Saturday, my kids were getting sick of watching TV and my 6-year old son asked me if we could make a craft. I had recently gone through a few of my craft magazines and stumbled on a very brief set of instructions on how to make an “earth day magazine bowl.”  The original design for this w...
By: DeandrasCrafts

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 19 Apr 2012 11:42:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Go-Green-recycled-dress/
The recycled colorful dress - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/53NY/H0OJ74VA/FM153NYH0OJ74VA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/53NY/H0OJ74VA/FM153NYH0OJ74VA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/53NY/H0OJ74VA/FM153NYH0OJ74VA.SMALL.jpg coloured bubbles  I really wanted to make a dress that involved recycled items and Came up with this idea. The best part about this dress is the design and all the materials are FREE! I also made this dress as a movie prop to an animation that i am doing for a class at school. The materials i used to make the dress...
By: coloured bubbles

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 Apr 2012 15:08:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Grapevine-Edging-for-Flowerbeds/
Grapevine Edging for Flowerbeds - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/CFXJ/H0GGYGQ5/FV5CFXJH0GGYGQ5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/CFXJ/H0GGYGQ5/FV5CFXJH0GGYGQ5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/CFXJ/H0GGYGQ5/FV5CFXJH0GGYGQ5.SMALL.jpg dstoudt70 Use the grapevines you prune from your domestic or wild grapes to create free, attractive edging for your flower beds. Materials needed:  last year's grape vines Tools needed: hand pruners                           : bucket or tub for soaking cuttings When:  late Winter of early Spring How many p...
By: dstoudt70

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Apr 2012 11:06:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Water-Heater-Part-1-The-Collector/
Solar Water Heater: Part 1- The Collector - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ9/MY78/H0A2H3JJ/FQ9MY78H0A2H3JJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ9/MY78/H0A2H3JJ/FQ9MY78H0A2H3JJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ9/MY78/H0A2H3JJ/FQ9MY78H0A2H3JJ.SMALL.jpg Mak5 The goal: Build a passive solar water heater to make the frigid water in the public bathroom less shocking to the human body. It needs to be a closed loop system because it freezes where we are a few times a year. Having water run through the collector will freeze the sitting water in the winter mon...
By: Mak5

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Mar 2012 01:24:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Creative-Plant-Pot-with-Car-Tires/
Creative Plant Pot with Car Tires - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZI/G3SU/H05NL567/FZIG3SUH05NL567.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZI/G3SU/H05NL567/FZIG3SUH05NL567.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZI/G3SU/H05NL567/FZIG3SUH05NL567.SMALL.jpg idealman_58 Through this instructable we will be creating a cool and unique Plant Pot. The great thing is once you have created one of different design. Things Needed Things you will need: Car Tire Sharp Knife or Cutter Screw Driver Screws Drill Machine Paint Marker Get Startet To start this project, fi...
By: idealman_58

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Mar 2012 04:35:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Chair-rescue-or-how-to-save-landfill-space/
Chair rescue or how to save landfill space - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7A/14DE/GZHJVMQK/F7A14DEGZHJVMQK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7A/14DE/GZHJVMQK/F7A14DEGZHJVMQK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7A/14DE/GZHJVMQK/F7A14DEGZHJVMQK.SMALL.jpg l8nite Sometimes when you are out mining for suburban gold http://www.instructables.com/id/Mining-for-suburban-gold/ what you find isn't as nice in the daylight as you may have thought, you can either set it back at the curb, but our local recycle pickup doesn't recycle plastic chairs, or you can attempt t...
By: l8nite

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 7 Mar 2012 21:33:13 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Wonderful-World-Draft-Stopper/
Wonderful World Draft Stopper - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUA/UGHT/GXDW9VDF/FUAUGHTGXDW9VDF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUA/UGHT/GXDW9VDF/FUAUGHTGXDW9VDF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUA/UGHT/GXDW9VDF/FUAUGHTGXDW9VDF.SMALL.jpg caitlinsdad Wait, is that....nah. Make this delightful item from simple materials to stop that awful draft from coming under the door and keep you warm. It's never too early to start Spring cleaning and see what items you can find to repurpose.  Used socks aren't really for donation and there is always that od...
By: caitlinsdad

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2012 18:57:01 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Wine-bottle-hanging-lantern/
Wine bottle hanging lantern - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/IJX1/GX5XJYXE/FU3IJX1GX5XJYXE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/IJX1/GX5XJYXE/FU3IJX1GX5XJYXE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/IJX1/GX5XJYXE/FU3IJX1GX5XJYXE.SMALL.jpg l8nite This is my interpretation of a couple of projects I've seen, primarily on Instructables, the 2 I could find are here... http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-use-a-wet-tile-saw-to-cut-glass-bottles/ http://www.instructables.com/id/Hanging-Liquor-Bottle-Candle-Lamp/ If I've used your information a...
By: l8nite

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 Jan 2012 08:44:06 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Backyard-Organic-Waste-Digester/
Backyard Organic Waste Digester - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6S/D0Q8/GWCACKZY/F6SD0Q8GWCACKZY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6S/D0Q8/GWCACKZY/F6SD0Q8GWCACKZY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6S/D0Q8/GWCACKZY/F6SD0Q8GWCACKZY.SMALL.jpg Zach.Ogilvie I made this digester to divert our pet waste and a portion of our household organic waste from the landfill. It's pretty easy to make and it will save you money by reducing the volume of waste you must pay to dispose of. This digester is basically a compost bin with a twist. The twist being that th...
By: Zach.Ogilvie

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2011 17:15:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-coin-purse/
Recycled coin purse - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/MX50/GVEI9G0B/FKRMX50GVEI9G0B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/MX50/GVEI9G0B/FKRMX50GVEI9G0B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/MX50/GVEI9G0B/FKRMX50GVEI9G0B.SMALL.jpg tiphaine This is a recycled coin purse and I will show you how to make it. Equipment :  - a milk or juice carton - a pencil - a ruler - scissors - electrical tape - double sided tape - adhesive Velcro Flatten a juice carton and cut the ends. Divide the juice carton into three parts using a ruler an...
By: tiphaine

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 Nov 2011 01:19:31 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Bubble-Wrap-Storm-Window-Insert/
Bubble Wrap Storm Window (Insert) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5R/VWMQ/GUA472PV/F5RVWMQGUA472PV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5R/VWMQ/GUA472PV/F5RVWMQGUA472PV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5R/VWMQ/GUA472PV/F5RVWMQGUA472PV.SMALL.jpg kc8hps In this instructable I will show you how to make an INDOOR storm window that will keep plenty of cold out of a room, while letting light continue to come in. My version uses less than $4 worth of supplies, mostly from the DOLLAR TREE store. THE STORY :) I moved into an apartment on the 3rd floor. ...
By: kc8hps

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 30 Oct 2011 20:08:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Linseed-hair-gel-a-green-alternative/
Linseed hair gel: a green alternative - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGZ/LCVP/GSRO5XCF/FGZLCVPGSRO5XCF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGZ/LCVP/GSRO5XCF/FGZLCVPGSRO5XCF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGZ/LCVP/GSRO5XCF/FGZLCVPGSRO5XCF.SMALL.jpg l4sh Before I begin: this is my first instructable so if you see anything I could improve don't hesitate on commenting, also english is my second language, if you see anything written in "weird" english please tell me about it so I can fix it. About a month ago or so I was feeling lazy to go cut my hair...
By: l4sh

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 20 Sep 2011 11:40:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Eco-friendly-Maggots-FREE-Natural-Food/
Eco-friendly Maggots- FREE BAIT- Natural Food - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/PKYM/GS3BBS6K/FWZPKYMGS3BBS6K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/PKYM/GS3BBS6K/FWZPKYMGS3BBS6K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/PKYM/GS3BBS6K/FWZPKYMGS3BBS6K.SMALL.jpg cloudifornia Free-range chickens are quick to gobble down various bugs and worms. Coop-raised poultry can only benefit from a maggot-enriched diet. Wild fish, farm-raised fish and many aquarium fish can't resist maggots either.  If you're an Angler and you don't want to depend on (or pay) the bait shop for mag...
By: cloudifornia

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 3 Sep 2011 13:06:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Torch-made-from-coke-can-and-cereal-box/
Torch made from coke can and cereal box. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSZ/8SIL/GS3BDSYM/FSZ8SILGS3BDSYM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSZ/8SIL/GS3BDSYM/FSZ8SILGS3BDSYM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSZ/8SIL/GS3BDSYM/FSZ8SILGS3BDSYM.SMALL.jpg paul em Do we always have to throw everything away? The torch project below looks at how we can transform materials that we would normally consider as waste, and makes them into a functional everyday product. Hopefully it shows that we don't always have to go to the shops. An hour or so with some scissors,...
By: paul em

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Sep 2011 12:36:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/2-Ingrediants-Water-Laundry-Soap-In-1-Hour-Or-/
2 Ingrediants, Water, Laundry Soap In 1 Hour Or Less - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKM/AOM1/GS3BD2NP/FKMAOM1GS3BD2NP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKM/AOM1/GS3BD2NP/FKMAOM1GS3BD2NP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKM/AOM1/GS3BD2NP/FKMAOM1GS3BD2NP.SMALL.jpg sunshiine Several years ago I began making my own laundry soap.  My sister shared her experience with me while I was visiting her.  She has always been a loyal customer of Tide products.  She told me this was comparable to Tide.  I was sold on it after seeing for myself how simple it was to make and how well ...
By: sunshiine

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 3 Sep 2011 00:58:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Stay-Cool-Without-AC/
Stay Cool Without A/C. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU7/B2G9/GR6XJGMW/FU7B2G9GR6XJGMW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU7/B2G9/GR6XJGMW/FU7B2G9GR6XJGMW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU7/B2G9/GR6XJGMW/FU7B2G9GR6XJGMW.SMALL.jpg Bindlestiff Recently I listened to a podcast from an Air Conditioning expert, which I didn't even know existed . It got my brain going about how to stay cool without using an air conditioner. I have been trying some of his tips, plus some of my own ideas, and thought I'd share them here. The results have been...
By: Bindlestiff

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:58:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Trash-can-made-of-plastic-bottles/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHA/3S9B/GRFN1IPQ/FHA3S9BGRFN1IPQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHA/3S9B/GRFN1IPQ/FHA3S9BGRFN1IPQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHA/3S9B/GRFN1IPQ/FHA3S9BGRFN1IPQ.SMALL.jpg victorjoako Hi there here, this it´s about a trash can made up of plastic bottles, its a little bit laborious but it worth it spend a little bit of your time to make it and go green. All you need its a bunch of plastic bottle preferably of the same kind to make it easy. several meters of galvanized thin steel ...
By: victorjoako

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 18 Aug 2011 13:50:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/SAWDUSTOVEN/
*SAWDUSTOVEN.* - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIT/YKEQ/GRBTNRWH/FITYKEQGRBTNRWH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIT/YKEQ/GRBTNRWH/FITYKEQGRBTNRWH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIT/YKEQ/GRBTNRWH/FITYKEQGRBTNRWH.SMALL.jpg Mr.Sanchez Sawdust + tin Can = Stove /Oven. Backpacking Camping and living Stove Powered by Sawdust made of Recycled Stuff. I Love camping since I was Just a child, and Now its time to Go back inside the Forest, its my Kids first CampTime, and  its my duty to teach him How to be a good camper and  take care o...
By: Mr.Sanchez

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Aug 2011 18:22:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Powered-LED-Fish-Feeder/
Solar Powered LED Fish Feeder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7R/76SO/GP0Y6I1N/F7R76SOGP0Y6I1N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7R/76SO/GP0Y6I1N/F7R76SOGP0Y6I1N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7R/76SO/GP0Y6I1N/F7R76SOGP0Y6I1N.SMALL.jpg cammers Many people have fish ponds. Some are simply decorative and others are to raise fish for market or to feed the family. This Instructable is aimed at increasing the productivity of small scale fish ponds. It's really cheap to make, so I actually think that this concept could be used to help boost th...
By: cammers

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 Jun 2011 04:07:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pedal-powered-smoothie-maker/
Pedal powered smoothie maker - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FED/ZO7C/GLHRY4YQ/FEDZO7CGLHRY4YQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FED/ZO7C/GLHRY4YQ/FEDZO7CGLHRY4YQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FED/ZO7C/GLHRY4YQ/FEDZO7CGLHRY4YQ.SMALL.jpg chunkyhampton A pedal powered blender for making smoothies at festivals and events had always seemed like a great idea. It brings in a number of concepts: firstly there is the ‘we don’t need electricity for everything’ idea, secondly it helps to demonstrate the concept of power in an interesting way, thirdly it h...
By: chunkyhampton

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Mar 2011 09:34:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Potato-chip-bag-pencil-case/
Potato chip bag pencil case - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FZ3/0BA1/F1U9XV26/FZ30BA1F1U9XV26.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FZ3/0BA1/F1U9XV26/FZ30BA1F1U9XV26.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FZ3/0BA1/F1U9XV26/FZ30BA1F1U9XV26.SMALL.jpg ax174 How to turn a potato chip bag into a pencil case. It works for any kind of waterproof wrapper - I've even made this as a wristlet pouch with dollar bills instead of packaging. Sorry for the lazy re-post (this site is brutal on dial-up!) - it was originally on Flickr, linked to Craftster (http://ww...
By: ax174

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 22 May 2007 09:52:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Strawberry-Basket-to-Snowflake/
Strawberry Basket to Snowflake - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/6B37/GHFJWUOV/FXY6B37GHFJWUOV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/6B37/GHFJWUOV/FXY6B37GHFJWUOV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/6B37/GHFJWUOV/FXY6B37GHFJWUOV.SMALL.jpg dismissie This is a really easy instructable, kids can do it, the materials are inexpensive, it doesn't take a long time, and you can recycle those strawberry baskets saved from this Summer. Step 1 The materials: scissors                         strawberry basket                         silver glitter  ...
By: dismissie

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 Dec 2010 18:14:11 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Gift_in_a_Bottle/
Gift in a Bottle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/83CV/FPWWWPB3/FRC83CVFPWWWPB3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/83CV/FPWWWPB3/FRC83CVFPWWWPB3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/83CV/FPWWWPB3/FRC83CVFPWWWPB3.SMALL.jpg dman2295 Are you tired of sending gifts in the same plain old cardboard boxes? Well in this Instructable I will show you a new creative way to pack your gifts using a pop bottle, some tape,and a pair of scissors. Better yet not only is this Instructable unique, but it saves you money and time. Here's how...
By: dman2295

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Jan 2009 15:01:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Reusable-Posty-Notes/
Reusable Posty Notes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHP/UQEB/GELSBWKX/FHPUQEBGELSBWKX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHP/UQEB/GELSBWKX/FHPUQEBGELSBWKX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHP/UQEB/GELSBWKX/FHPUQEBGELSBWKX.SMALL.jpg ChrysN These are essentially note sized post-able whiteboards or simply reusable post-it notes.  At my workplace we seem to use a ridiculous amount of post-it notes. Although must are discarded in the paper recycling, perhaps there is a greener solution.  I started with keeping a small DIY whiteboard (the...
By: ChrysN

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