Instructables: exploring - living - halloween - halloween - featured http://www.instructables.com Wed, 19 Jun 2013 09:47:24 PDT BLOX v1.01 Body Impaling Special Effect for Halloween http://www.instructables.com/id/Body-Impaling-Special-Effect-for-Halloween/
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Sun, 11 Nov 2012 10:40:14 PST
Simple solution for adding sound to your pneumatic prop http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-solution-for-adding-sound-to-your-pneumatic/
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Wed, 7 Nov 2012 20:33:29 PST
Magic Sandy Umbrella http://www.instructables.com/id/Magic-Sandy-Umbrella/
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Wed, 7 Nov 2012 21:01:53 PST
Build a Giant Tentacle Monster http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Giant-Tentacle-Monster/
Build a Giant Tentacle Monster - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBX/2CE0/H97JSKWL/FBX2CE0H97JSKWL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBX/2CE0/H97JSKWL/FBX2CE0H97JSKWL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBX/2CE0/H97JSKWL/FBX2CE0H97JSKWL.SMALL.jpg flaming_pele! This Halloween I wanted to build a huge outdoor decoration to compliment our "End of the World" party theme. We have a sewer manhole cover in the corner of our yard, so the idea came to mind to build a large tentacled creature appearing to crawl out of it. When completed it was about 6 feet tall and...
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Wed, 7 Nov 2012 21:54:28 PST
Jack Skellington Milk Jug Lights http://www.instructables.com/id/Jack-Skellington-Milk-Jug-Lights/
Jack Skellington Milk Jug Lights - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F08/IPUT/H994RCVB/F08IPUTH994RCVB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F08/IPUT/H994RCVB/F08IPUTH994RCVB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F08/IPUT/H994RCVB/F08IPUTH994RCVB.SMALL.jpg Tabitha de Luna I've seen a bunch of ideas out there of decorations you can make with milk jugs but I came up with a new one that's the easiest Halloween decoration EVER! Jack Skellington Heads! That's Splendid! You only need 5 things! Make a bunch of these Jack Skellingtons to light up your walkway and you can eve...
By: Tabitha de Luna

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Wed, 7 Nov 2012 18:25:14 PST
White Chocolate Skulls in PLA Trays http://www.instructables.com/id/White-Chocolate-Skulls-in-PLA-Trays/
White Chocolate Skulls in PLA Trays - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCJ/W56S/H994HVTG/FCJW56SH994HVTG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCJ/W56S/H994HVTG/FCJW56SH994HVTG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCJ/W56S/H994HVTG/FCJW56SH994HVTG.SMALL.jpg akaziuna Every Halloween I make treats to give away.  This year I had two 3D printers at my disposal, so I decided to make 3D printed chocolate mold maker.   I used food safe silicone to cast the chocolate mold from the 3D printed mold form.  Then I cast many, many chocolates.   The skull is from a 3D scan ...
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Wed, 7 Nov 2012 20:11:35 PST
Carl Sagan and The Cosmos http://www.instructables.com/id/Carl-Sagan-and-The-Cosmos/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLH/2JW1/H94ZBLRT/FLH2JW1H94ZBLRT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLH/2JW1/H94ZBLRT/FLH2JW1H94ZBLRT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLH/2JW1/H94ZBLRT/FLH2JW1H94ZBLRT.SMALL.jpg maggiedee This year, my boyfriend and I decided to be Carl Sagan and The Cosmos. His was pretty simple, we went to a thrift store and bought the red turtleneck and tan blazer. He shaved his beard (!), slicked his hair to the side, and carried around his copy of The Cosmos (It was his Vinyl copy of the music)....
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Mon, 5 Nov 2012 13:24:38 PST
Alphonse Elric costume from Fullmetal Alchemist http://www.instructables.com/id/Alphonse-Elric-costume-from-Fullmetal-Alchemist/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHT/JK2M/H8RVCTOS/FHTJK2MH8RVCTOS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHT/JK2M/H8RVCTOS/FHTJK2MH8RVCTOS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHT/JK2M/H8RVCTOS/FHTJK2MH8RVCTOS.SMALL.jpg Tomcat94 "Humankind can not get anything without first giving something in return. To obtain, something of equal value must be lost. That is Alchemy's first law of equlivant exchange. In those days, we really believed that to be the world’s one and only truth." Hello everyone! I'm here to present to you tod...
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Sat, 3 Nov 2012 15:13:11 PDT
Floating Spirit Lights http://www.instructables.com/id/Floating-Spirit-Lights/
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Sun, 4 Nov 2012 00:25:59 PDT
Light up Spooky Eyes http://www.instructables.com/id/Light-up-Spooky-Eyes/
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Sat, 3 Nov 2012 16:35:06 PDT
Santee Werewolf http://www.instructables.com/id/Santee-Werewolf/
Santee Werewolf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/6MRY/H91LKPM5/F866MRYH91LKPM5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/6MRY/H91LKPM5/F866MRYH91LKPM5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/6MRY/H91LKPM5/F866MRYH91LKPM5.SMALL.jpg Ballyman The Santee Werewolf is a werewolf I designed and created for the Halloween season. The season lasts all October and into November at my house. This ensures all who enjoy Halloween will get an opportunity to see my latest creations and hopefully have as much fun viewing them as I have had making them...
By: Ballyman

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Fri, 2 Nov 2012 17:40:32 PDT
How to make a Victorian/Steampunk 4 Gore Underskirt http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-VictorianSteampunk-4-Gore-Underskir/
How to make a Victorian/Steampunk 4 Gore Underskirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEZ/UP2E/H8RVD781/FEZUP2EH8RVD781.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEZ/UP2E/H8RVD781/FEZUP2EH8RVD781.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEZ/UP2E/H8RVD781/FEZUP2EH8RVD781.SMALL.jpg Janel Norris Please check out my other tutorials, and vote for me in the Halloween Costume Challenge! For more of my costumes please visit www.littlewingsdesign.com/costume.html My store www.etsy.com/shop/ibukij Photos by M.G. Norris Contemporary Photography www.mgnorris.com Sometimes these patterns can be a...
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Fri, 2 Nov 2012 12:56:16 PDT
Haunted Facade http://www.instructables.com/id/Haunted-Facade/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLE/SWNX/H8CVH1TI/FLESWNXH8CVH1TI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLE/SWNX/H8CVH1TI/FLESWNXH8CVH1TI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLE/SWNX/H8CVH1TI/FLESWNXH8CVH1TI.SMALL.jpg jakel Haunted Facade: Not as dificult as it looks, just time consuming. Materials Needed:      1. QTY 13 - 1/8” plywood      2. Qty 10 - 2x4x12 studs      3. Qty 12+- 2x4x8 studs      4. Qty 6 - 1x2x8      5. QTY 2 - 4x4 ½” foam insulation      6. Battleship gray paint and black paint      7. Jigsaw     ...
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Thu, 1 Nov 2012 18:37:16 PDT
Miniature Jack O' Lantern http://www.instructables.com/id/Miniature-Jack-O-Lantern-1/
Miniature Jack O' Lantern - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0A/UZA9/H8RVD6QP/F0AUZA9H8RVD6QP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0A/UZA9/H8RVD6QP/F0AUZA9H8RVD6QP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0A/UZA9/H8RVD6QP/F0AUZA9H8RVD6QP.SMALL.jpg itzmrmiller In this tutorial I will show you how to make a miniature Jack O' Lantern. You will need: 1) Mandarin Orange 2) Chopping Board 3) Knife 4) Small scissors 5) Tea spoon 6) Glass, for discarding waste 7) Tooth pick 8) Tea light    Miniature Use the knife to cut the top off the Mandarin, it is best t...
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Fri, 2 Nov 2012 08:24:43 PDT
frida kahlo costume http://www.instructables.com/id/frida-kahlo-costume/
frida kahlo costume - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO2/R268/H8LVX8ME/FO2R268H8LVX8ME.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO2/R268/H8LVX8ME/FO2R268H8LVX8ME.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO2/R268/H8LVX8ME/FO2R268H8LVX8ME.SMALL.jpg jessyratfink Frida Kahlo is a super easy last minute costume - perfect for Halloween or anytime really. :D She's one of my favorite artists, so I just had to do a Frida Kahlo costume for Halloween! All you really need is some makeup, fake flowers and a good large scarf or shawl. But I'll break it down to show y...
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Thu, 1 Nov 2012 17:10:08 PDT
Zombie Pumpkin Bas Relief http://www.instructables.com/id/Zombie-Pumpkin-Bas-Relief/
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Tue, 30 Oct 2012 19:07:32 PDT
King Kong & Ann Darrow Costumes http://www.instructables.com/id/King-Kong-Ann-Darrow-Costumes/
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By: southernbroad

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Wed, 31 Oct 2012 12:13:01 PDT
Witch Hat Quick and Easy http://www.instructables.com/id/Witch-Hat-Quick-and-Easy/
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Thu, 1 Nov 2012 10:27:42 PDT
Andy Warhol's Marilyn Monroe http://www.instructables.com/id/Andy-Warhols-Marilyn-Monroe/
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Thu, 1 Nov 2012 09:18:55 PDT
The Death Star Baby Bump http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Death-Star-Baby-Bump/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDB/EKUN/H8TTOK6T/FDBEKUNH8TTOK6T.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDB/EKUN/H8TTOK6T/FDBEKUNH8TTOK6T.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDB/EKUN/H8TTOK6T/FDBEKUNH8TTOK6T.SMALL.jpg mrguy19187 This is the costume I made for my pregnant wife to hand out candy on Halloween 2012. No, that's no moon, it's a space station! I call this costume "The Battle of Yavin." The death star was painted on with costume makeup paint. The shirt is just black (turned inside out because there was a design on ...
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Wed, 31 Oct 2012 22:31:41 PDT
Cthulhu Costume - Latex Body Suit http://www.instructables.com/id/Cthulhu-Costume-Latex-Body-Suit/
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Wed, 31 Oct 2012 16:19:58 PDT
Purple Halloween Candy Monster http://www.instructables.com/id/Purple-Halloween-Candy-Monster/
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Wed, 31 Oct 2012 16:21:51 PDT
How to make a Smoking Pumpkin http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Smoking-Pumpkin/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK3/6B6K/H8XM1NMD/FK36B6KH8XM1NMD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK3/6B6K/H8XM1NMD/FK36B6KH8XM1NMD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK3/6B6K/H8XM1NMD/FK36B6KH8XM1NMD.SMALL.jpg haxworth How to make a Smoking Pumpkin - Great for your halloween party.
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Wed, 31 Oct 2012 12:24:55 PDT
Sally - Nightmare Before Christmas Pumpkin Edition http://www.instructables.com/id/Sally-Nightmare-Before-Christmas-Pumpkin-Edition/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/FONI/H8LVX59M/FWTFONIH8LVX59M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/FONI/H8LVX59M/FWTFONIH8LVX59M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/FONI/H8LVX59M/FWTFONIH8LVX59M.SMALL.jpg Julianne fights Dragons! Sorry for not having a step by step instructable but you can find my instructable on how to make Zero I did not use any "special" tools, just a normal potato peeler(the "spoon" to remove the eyes of potatoes part), knife(cut the top off), spoon(to gut it with) and a handy dandy pen to free hand dra...
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Wed, 31 Oct 2012 03:21:58 PDT
Big Mouth Halloween Face Paint!!! http://www.instructables.com/id/Big-Mouth-Halloween-Face-Paint/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0D/NQ8Z/H8W1VIHN/F0DNQ8ZH8W1VIHN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0D/NQ8Z/H8W1VIHN/F0DNQ8ZH8W1VIHN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0D/NQ8Z/H8W1VIHN/F0DNQ8ZH8W1VIHN.SMALL.jpg marquino28 I used a cheap Disguise Kit with five Makeup Sticks cost me less than $2 in a near by store and i used my daughter this time because my wife gave me a hard time!!! First i tried to draw a big mouth in a piece of paper until i got an idea on how to do it and then i applied on a real face!! I am sure ...
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Tue, 30 Oct 2012 20:15:54 PDT
ZERO - Nightmare Before Christmas Pumpkin Edition. http://www.instructables.com/id/Nightmare-Before-Christmas-Pumpkin-Carving-Zero/
ZERO - Nightmare Before Christmas Pumpkin Edition. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJW/T7KQ/H8RVBZ8B/FJWT7KQH8RVBZ8B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJW/T7KQ/H8RVBZ8B/FJWT7KQH8RVBZ8B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJW/T7KQ/H8RVBZ8B/FJWT7KQH8RVBZ8B.SMALL.jpg Julianne fights Dragons! Sorry I'm posting this so late in the game but carved pumpkins don't really last that long in the warm Californian weather(it was 90 degrees the other day). This is the first time in... 9 years since I've carved a pumpkin. Man, that's a long time. So I can say that I'm a beginner to pumpkin carvi...
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Wed, 31 Oct 2012 01:56:14 PDT
Carving a Chewbacca Pumpkin http://www.instructables.com/id/Carving-a-Chewbacca-Pumpkin/
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Tue, 30 Oct 2012 08:13:50 PDT
kid friendly fluffy tutu! http://www.instructables.com/id/kid-friendly-fluffy-tutu/
kid friendly fluffy tutu! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWY/KPGP/FYIYO4U1/FWYKPGPFYIYO4U1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWY/KPGP/FYIYO4U1/FWYKPGPFYIYO4U1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWY/KPGP/FYIYO4U1/FWYKPGPFYIYO4U1.SMALL.jpg tutu.paris Ever feel the need to don a fluffy tutu? I'll teach you how to make one comparable to tutus sold in boutiques. They are SO easy to make, I don't know why people spend so much on them. I've seen some for $60+!!!! Gather these things All you need to make a smashing good tutu is:1.) Measuring Tap...
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Fri, 21 Aug 2009 22:39:59 PDT
Floating glowing ghosts http://www.instructables.com/id/Floating-glowing-ghosts/
Floating glowing ghosts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFQ/DWUA/H8RK8RM6/FFQDWUAH8RK8RM6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFQ/DWUA/H8RK8RM6/FFQDWUAH8RK8RM6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFQ/DWUA/H8RK8RM6/FFQDWUAH8RK8RM6.SMALL.jpg electric_piano_5k These ghosts are easy to make, and you won't ruin your bed sheets! I re-used the motorized bicycle mechanism I made a couple of years ago to make the ghosts move.  If you want to do this too it makes it a more ambitious project but you will have the coolest Halloween display on the block! Wh...
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Sun, 28 Oct 2012 18:07:22 PDT
The Jack-O-Mobile http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Jack-O-Mobile/
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Sun, 28 Oct 2012 10:22:18 PDT
Leather Zombie mask http://www.instructables.com/id/Leather-Zombie-mask/
Leather Zombie mask - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV3/FUQO/H8I43PVC/FV3FUQOH8I43PVC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV3/FUQO/H8I43PVC/FV3FUQOH8I43PVC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV3/FUQO/H8I43PVC/FV3FUQOH8I43PVC.SMALL.jpg sircaptaintigerotter This is something very simple that can be made in a couple of hours for those who are some what skilled or about 2 days for someone just starting. I included the basic pattern the rest will have to be done by hand or any style you want, but i will show you how to create the ripped flesh pattern that...
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Fri, 26 Oct 2012 19:57:00 PDT
Littlest Marty McFly and his Delorean Push Car http://www.instructables.com/id/Littlest-Marty-McFly-and-his-Delorean-Push-Car/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/DDPE/H8MTNAAG/FWTDDPEH8MTNAAG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/DDPE/H8MTNAAG/FWTDDPEH8MTNAAG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/DDPE/H8MTNAAG/FWTDDPEH8MTNAAG.SMALL.jpg cory4281 It all started with a red puffy vest Cooper already had and a side comment from my husband about Marty McFly in late September. I’ve always loved Back to the Future, and love cars since I was little and grew up going to car shows with my Dad; what better way to tote my 1yr old son around on Hallowee...
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Fri, 26 Oct 2012 20:12:42 PDT
Life-sized Spider Cocconed body http://www.instructables.com/id/Life-sized-Spider-Cocconed-body/
Life-sized Spider Cocconed body - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZL/Y4D5/H8QEWVT0/FZLY4D5H8QEWVT0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZL/Y4D5/H8QEWVT0/FZLY4D5H8QEWVT0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZL/Y4D5/H8QEWVT0/FZLY4D5H8QEWVT0.SMALL.jpg ncdodave I got this idea from the following you tube video after googling  "how to build a human spider coccoon" I had to look for a inexpensive and realistic method before I found one I liked and there weren't very many out there so I took ideas from the video and mande my own version. This is how I did it ...
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Fri, 26 Oct 2012 12:41:51 PDT
How to make a Flaming Pumpkin http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Flaming-Pumpkin/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXV/8V4Q/H8QEWVRB/FXV8V4QH8QEWVRB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXV/8V4Q/H8QEWVRB/FXV8V4QH8QEWVRB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXV/8V4Q/H8QEWVRB/FXV8V4QH8QEWVRB.SMALL.jpg haxworth How to make a Flaming Pumpkin for your Halloween party.
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Fri, 26 Oct 2012 10:44:56 PDT
Polymer Clay Dracula Medallion! http://www.instructables.com/id/Polymer-Clay-Dracula-Medallion/
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Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:39:15 PDT
Hello Kitty Child's Costume http://www.instructables.com/id/Hello-Kitty-Childs-Costume/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ6/75W2/H8CVGF9Z/FQ675W2H8CVGF9Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ6/75W2/H8CVGF9Z/FQ675W2H8CVGF9Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ6/75W2/H8CVGF9Z/FQ675W2H8CVGF9Z.SMALL.jpg DeandrasCrafts My daughter wanted to be Hello Kitty this year for Halloween. I looked online to see what was available for Hello Kitty costumes and was shocked to see the costs of seemingly simple Hello Kitty costumes to be up to $30 (brand new). As she is still young, I knew she would not be opposed to me putti...
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Thu, 25 Oct 2012 14:23:51 PDT
Candy Skull Corpse Bride http://www.instructables.com/id/Skull-Candy-Bride/
Candy Skull Corpse Bride - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/G1ZZ/H8MTN4TZ/FNCG1ZZH8MTN4TZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/G1ZZ/H8MTN4TZ/FNCG1ZZH8MTN4TZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/G1ZZ/H8MTN4TZ/FNCG1ZZH8MTN4TZ.SMALL.jpg wabagoon Who wants to marry the undead me? Foundation work Simple costume paint, white around face and black around eyes. Eye detail Finish nose and bring out the red to highlight the eyes Adding detail Keep adding hearts, flowers, whatever symbols you want to complete the candy skull look Skull a...
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Thu, 25 Oct 2012 08:48:27 PDT
Zipper Face Tutorial Redux http://www.instructables.com/id/Zipper-Face-Tutorial-Redux/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIS/T92W/H8FYPTSR/FIST92WH8FYPTSR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIS/T92W/H8FYPTSR/FIST92WH8FYPTSR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIS/T92W/H8FYPTSR/FIST92WH8FYPTSR.SMALL.jpg amandaggogo A new tutorial for the zipper face look, This time with a voiceover explaining how I did everything. Enjoy! You will need: A metal zipper liquid latex or spirit gum red and black cream or grease paints purple and yellow cream or grease paints and/or eyeshadow blood gel or fake blood clear or red lip...
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Thu, 25 Oct 2012 09:20:32 PDT
Decapitated Head Drinking Fountain http://www.instructables.com/id/Decapitated-Head-Drinking-Fountain/
Decapitated Head Drinking Fountain - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNS/L9LE/H8NA44DX/FNSL9LEH8NA44DX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNS/L9LE/H8NA44DX/FNSL9LEH8NA44DX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNS/L9LE/H8NA44DX/FNSL9LEH8NA44DX.SMALL.jpg castor009 What's more refreshing than drinking blood fresh out of the aorta of a recently severed head? Materials life-size severed head ($20) water pump ($10) 1/4" tubing ($3) PVC pipe, tee, and adapter ($2) flange ($6) square pencil holder (already had) grandmother's stew pot scissors red paint Dissect...
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Wed, 24 Oct 2012 20:59:31 PDT
Perfect Pumpkin Perforating http://www.instructables.com/id/Perfect-Pumpkin-Perforating/
Perfect Pumpkin Perforating - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSY/ZKPC/H8FYPBCD/FSYZKPCH8FYPBCD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSY/ZKPC/H8FYPBCD/FSYZKPCH8FYPBCD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSY/ZKPC/H8FYPBCD/FSYZKPCH8FYPBCD.SMALL.jpg Sunkicked Have you always wanted to make one of those amazing pumpkins you see on the Internet? Do your attempts always turn out looking like Mickey Rourke gone even more wrong? Well follow these simple instructions and you'll soon be a Pumpkin Master! Select A Volunteer Before you can do anything, you hav...
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Tue, 23 Oct 2012 14:28:23 PDT
"I am the Shadow" - Oogie Boogie Cross Stitch http://www.instructables.com/id/I-am-the-Shadow-Oogie-Boogie-Cross-Stitch/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKP/0RMX/H8I45S7M/FKP0RMXH8I45S7M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKP/0RMX/H8I45S7M/FKP0RMXH8I45S7M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKP/0RMX/H8I45S7M/FKP0RMXH8I45S7M.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick I know what my initial idea was for this cross stitch project, but I'm not sure how I progressed to this.  This started as a very simple spider cross stitch. It was just going to be a spider that looked like it was hanging from the top of the frame and had created a web in the corner.  Somehow this ...
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Tue, 23 Oct 2012 14:50:11 PDT
Batty!! http://www.instructables.com/id/Batty/
Batty!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCC/97FK/H8CVLI15/FCC97FKH8CVLI15.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCC/97FK/H8CVLI15/FCC97FKH8CVLI15.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCC/97FK/H8CVLI15/FCC97FKH8CVLI15.SMALL.jpg mariesegal My name is Marie Segal and I share my work, my life, and my art at Art from my Heart Could you use one of these on Halloween night? This would also make a great magnet or make the design smaller for a pair of earrings, but this is simple and fun and can be done in a ½ hour. I used 22 gauge non ta...
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Mon, 22 Oct 2012 23:24:43 PDT
Watermelon Brain http://www.instructables.com/id/Watermelon-Brain/
Watermelon Brain - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVB/0NDM/H8FYOSYK/FVB0NDMH8FYOSYK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVB/0NDM/H8FYOSYK/FVB0NDMH8FYOSYK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVB/0NDM/H8FYOSYK/FVB0NDMH8FYOSYK.SMALL.jpg mashcon5 This watermelon will make a great substitute for a cake at your next halloween party. With only a watermelon, a paring knife, and a little patience you can make this awesome, eerie looking fruit that will have your party guests in awe. So follow this instructable to learn how to make it.  Selectin...
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Sat, 20 Oct 2012 13:06:14 PDT
Edible Eyeballs http://www.instructables.com/id/Edible-Eyeballs/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/17VI/H6MF37DT/FH017VIH6MF37DT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/17VI/H6MF37DT/FH017VIH6MF37DT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/17VI/H6MF37DT/FH017VIH6MF37DT.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Will your guests be brave enough to gobble up these tasty eyeball treats?  Cake balls and doughnut holes do double duty as delicious desserts and dreadful decor.  But these baleful bites are deceptively delicious.  Give your guests an eyeful and serve up something sweet this Halloween! Ingredients:...
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Mon, 22 Oct 2012 11:09:33 PDT
Bleeding Eyeball Badge http://www.instructables.com/id/Halloween-Eyeball-Badge/
Bleeding Eyeball Badge - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHJ/GC98/H8FYOXAS/FHJGC98H8FYOXAS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHJ/GC98/H8FYOXAS/FHJGC98H8FYOXAS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHJ/GC98/H8FYOXAS/FHJGC98H8FYOXAS.SMALL.jpg Kiteman You don't always get a chance to dress up for Halloween, say, if you're stuck at work that day, but you'll still want to get into the spirit of the day.  You need something, not a costume, but something to show that you are still celebrating this important Maker holiday. Last year, I made my son a ...
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Sun, 21 Oct 2012 10:14:17 PDT
Zoltar the Magnificent http://www.instructables.com/id/Zoltar-the-Magnificent/
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Sun, 21 Oct 2012 11:50:45 PDT
Halloween Home Decor http://www.instructables.com/id/Halloween-Home-Decor/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOS/E5Q0/H82U84UD/FOSE5Q0H82U84UD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOS/E5Q0/H82U84UD/FOSE5Q0H82U84UD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOS/E5Q0/H82U84UD/FOSE5Q0H82U84UD.SMALL.jpg ChrysN Halloween decorations don't have do be ghoulish.  Be inspired with these stylish decorating ideas to dress up your home whether you are hosting a Halloween party or you are just really into the Halloween spirit. These fun and spooky crafts are easy to make the whole family can get into the spirit. ...
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Sun, 21 Oct 2012 10:05:52 PDT
Super Spooky Evil LED Eyes of Doom Using atTiny85 and Arduino IDE http://www.instructables.com/id/Super-Spooky-Evil-Eyes-of-Doom-Using-atTiny85-and-/
Super Spooky Evil LED Eyes of Doom Using atTiny85 and Arduino IDE - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/95X4/H8CVI1T4/FV095X4H8CVI1T4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/95X4/H8CVI1T4/FV095X4H8CVI1T4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/95X4/H8CVI1T4/FV095X4H8CVI1T4.SMALL.jpg vatosupreme There are a few spooky eye instructables out there. For example, there is one based on a 555 timer, one based on an on/off switch, one based on Arduino, and one based on tape. I wanted to make a set of spooky evil eyes that met the following criteria: 1. Eyes that fade on and off (pwm) 2. Random d...
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Thu, 18 Oct 2012 08:10:10 PDT
DIY LED Lanterns for Kids! http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-LED-Lanterns-for-Kids/
DIY LED Lanterns for Kids! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWI/OZ48/H8CVGCRW/FWIOZ48H8CVGCRW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWI/OZ48/H8CVGCRW/FWIOZ48H8CVGCRW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWI/OZ48/H8CVGCRW/FWIOZ48H8CVGCRW.SMALL.jpg at0mbxmb Hi! These lanterns were designed by: Michelle Leonhart: twitter || tinwhiskers.net Joseph Chiut: twitter || toybuilderlabs.com Kyle Cothern for the LAMakerspace's special holiday DIY LED Lanterns class.  We hope they help you stay safe and have fun at night!  See the end of the instructable for ph...
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Wed, 17 Oct 2012 23:11:29 PDT
Halloween Cocktails http://www.instructables.com/id/Halloween-Cocktails/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/IGU6/H8CVK98S/F9KIGU6H8CVK98S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/IGU6/H8CVK98S/F9KIGU6H8CVK98S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/IGU6/H8CVK98S/F9KIGU6H8CVK98S.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Shake it up this Halloween with a themed cocktail party.  Make your drinks smoke, bubble, and glow with these fun and inspired Halloween cocktail recipes.  You'll be sure to serve up something spooktacular!   null null null null null null null null null null null null null ...
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Wed, 17 Oct 2012 12:13:59 PDT