http://www.instructables.com Mon, 28 May 2012 19:39:27 UTC BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/JUST-IN-CASE/
JUST IN CASE - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7D/M6PL/H2MYJQUK/F7DM6PLH2MYJQUK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7D/M6PL/H2MYJQUK/F7DM6PLH2MYJQUK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7D/M6PL/H2MYJQUK/F7DM6PLH2MYJQUK.SMALL.jpg menosunocerouno End-of-the-world survival kit, crafted and designed by MENOSUNOCEROUNO. Concept Product Design — Not for sale (designed for fun and friends) If the world ends this year, we better be happily ready. Expecting a beautiful chaos, MENOSUNOCEROUNO created JUST IN CASE ®, the perfect brand for the end o...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 May 2012 04:53:38 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Mothers-Day-Gifts/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FND/RBYX/H1JUJA5A/FNDRBYXH1JUJA5A.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FND/RBYX/H1JUJA5A/FNDRBYXH1JUJA5A.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FND/RBYX/H1JUJA5A/FNDRBYXH1JUJA5A.SMALL.jpg jessyratfink Mother's Day is coming up soon... are you ready? This guide will help you craft the perfect Mother's Day gift - even if you start the day before! These low cost and heartfelt gifts are sure to impress your mom more than anything you could buy in a store. And they're definitely a step up from the po...
By: jessyratfink

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 20:34:26 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Scoochmaroo-Challenge-Mothers-Day/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXL/QFF0/H1Y0BO6H/FXLQFF0H1Y0BO6H.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXL/QFF0/H1Y0BO6H/FXLQFF0H1Y0BO6H.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXL/QFF0/H1Y0BO6H/FXLQFF0H1Y0BO6H.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo   Follow Me to hear about all of the Scoochmaroo Challenges. This Week: Mother's Day Challenge runs May 7 - May 14, 2012. All projects must be published between these dates. This week show us how you pamper your Mother in preparation for Mother's Day!  Handmade gifts and cards, breakfast ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 May 2012 01:11:01 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/101-Crafty-Gifts-To-Make/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVB/ZQPZ/GHSYTQ7I/FVBZQPZGHSYTQ7I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVB/ZQPZ/GHSYTQ7I/FVBZQPZGHSYTQ7I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVB/ZQPZ/GHSYTQ7I/FVBZQPZGHSYTQ7I.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo 101 Crafty Gifts is a collection of simple, beautiful gifts you can make!  Looking for that perfect gift to make for someone? This collection of over 100 projects from Instructables.com has step-by-step instructions and pictures to get you going! Whether you're into knitting, sewing, food, or craft...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 Dec 2010 22:00:03 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Cinco-de-Mayo/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNX/MS9S/H1JU59HZ/FNXMS9SH1JU59HZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNX/MS9S/H1JU59HZ/FNXMS9SH1JU59HZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNX/MS9S/H1JU59HZ/FNXMS9SH1JU59HZ.SMALL.jpg jessyratfink Cinco de Mayo is definitely one of the most vibrant and exciting holidays out there! Whether you're celebrating out on the town or at home with friends and family, we've got lots of great ideas for you. We've rounded up all kinds of goodies for your Cinco de Mayo celebration - drinks, food, desserts...
By: jessyratfink

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 2 May 2012 00:20:07 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Egg-cellent-Adult-Easter-Egg-Treasure-Hunt/
Egg-cellent Adult Easter Egg Treasure Hunt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/1629/H0RWIDKF/FV81629H0RWIDKF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/1629/H0RWIDKF/FV81629H0RWIDKF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/1629/H0RWIDKF/FV81629H0RWIDKF.SMALL.jpg AllCapps Easter Bunny! Tooth fairy! Santa Claus! I would love to be a kid again, wouldn't you? Bring back the magic and send someone you know on an Egg-cellent Easter Egg Hunt! Since this Easter treasure hunt is for adults or older children, we can't just lay eggs in the yard and expect the same excitement ...
By: AllCapps

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 8 Apr 2012 17:59:10 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Plastic-Bags-Easter-Basket/
Plastic Bags Easter Basket - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY4/1D59/H0OIUIBC/FY41D59H0OIUIBC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY4/1D59/H0OIUIBC/FY41D59H0OIUIBC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY4/1D59/H0OIUIBC/FY41D59H0OIUIBC.SMALL.jpg eclipsed This is an Easter basket woven  from recycled plastic bags. Easter and Earth Day  are close together this year which gave me the idea. When Easter is over, you can also use it for  other things like mail, toys, yarn and knitting projects, fruit, etc. Materials Materials Needed: Plastic bags. I a...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 8 Apr 2012 03:53:40 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Easter-Eggs-Coloring-Fun/
Easter Eggs Coloring Fun - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3E/KEHE/H0OIUBEC/F3EKEHEH0OIUBEC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3E/KEHE/H0OIUBEC/F3EKEHEH0OIUBEC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3E/KEHE/H0OIUBEC/F3EKEHEH0OIUBEC.SMALL.jpg Mike73 This close to easter, Anna wanted to color some eggs. And like every year, Mom and Dad (my wife and I) joined the fun. I just haven't had an idea what to put onto the eggs. My wife and Anna started out coloring their eggs like we do every year. Drawing some green grass on the bottom of the egg, draw...
By: Mike73

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 6 Apr 2012 14:05:09 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Easter-Eggs-3/ /files/deriv/FLS/V5CC/H0KKWZK6/FLSV5CCH0KKWZK6.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FLS/V5CC/H0KKWZK6/FLSV5CCH0KKWZK6.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FLS/V5CC/H0KKWZK6/FLSV5CCH0KKWZK6.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Eggs are a major part of Easter - whether you dye them, paint them, make them from strings, hide them, prank your kids with them, fill them with confetti, or add a little technology to them, Easter eggs are awesome! We've put together this guide to help you decide how you'll trick out your eggs for...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Apr 2012 19:54:22 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Silk-Dyed-Eggs/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F39/EMSU/H0KL0T2N/F39EMSUH0KL0T2N.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F39/EMSU/H0KL0T2N/F39EMSUH0KL0T2N.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F39/EMSU/H0KL0T2N/F39EMSUH0KL0T2N.SMALL.jpg lifelongdance Would you like to create Silk dyed eggs to decorate your table this Easter? It takes a little time but when you unwrap that first egg and see the amazing colors and patterns its worth it! You will need:  Eggs, 100% Silk ties,  white pillow case,   tack, small and med drill bit,  string\twist-tie,  ...
By: lifelongdance

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Apr 2012 15:11:35 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Flowering-Easter-Eggs/
How to Make "Flowering" Easter Eggs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVE/CJPJ/G7DYY6GM/FVECJPJG7DYY6GM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVE/CJPJ/G7DYY6GM/FVECJPJG7DYY6GM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVE/CJPJ/G7DYY6GM/FVECJPJG7DYY6GM.SMALL.jpg mrcrumley After posting last year's "Irretrievable Easter Egg", quite a few (fortunately, not all) of you were aghast that I'd prank innocent kids that way. So this year, I created a "prank" that everyone should find light-hearted and way cool. Basically, I developed an egg that, when picked up, would leave ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 2 Apr 2010 13:08:12 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Wine-Enthusiasts-Guide-to-Holiday-Gifts-more/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/DLW2/GYQFMSH8/FOGDLW2GYQFMSH8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/DLW2/GYQFMSH8/FOGDLW2GYQFMSH8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/DLW2/GYQFMSH8/FOGDLW2GYQFMSH8.SMALL.jpg carmesan Welcome to the Instructables Guide to Holiday Gifts for the Wine Enthusiasts! Here you will find fun and easy gift and holiday ideas for you and your friends. And there are few others mixed in for those who may not love wine as much as you do. Chalkboard Wine Glasses These wine glasses have a cha...
By: carmesan

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 Feb 2012 17:04:44 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Give-a-NUTTY-Valentine-surprise/
Give a "NUTTY" Valentine surprise - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/8ENN/GYKVXKM8/F928ENNGYKVXKM8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/8ENN/GYKVXKM8/F928ENNGYKVXKM8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/8ENN/GYKVXKM8/F928ENNGYKVXKM8.SMALL.jpg mygibzone This is a fun and quirky twist on fortune cookies that will take your Valentine by surprise. I think these are perfect for the "manly man" because they get to use a tool (nut cracker) and they get to smash things, which is what they REALLY want to do to most Valentines gifts anyways. If anything the...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 Feb 2012 06:27:48 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Scratch-off-Valentine/
How to Make a Scratch-off Valentine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEM/ZDXB/GYGES1JW/FEMZDXBGYGES1JW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEM/ZDXB/GYGES1JW/FEMZDXBGYGES1JW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEM/ZDXB/GYGES1JW/FEMZDXBGYGES1JW.SMALL.jpg craftknowitall I saw this here (http://www.oopseydaisyblog.com/2012/02/scratch-off-card-easy-peasy-valentine.html) on Pintrest.  Yes, this was the Valentine I was looking for. When My Hubby and I got married, money was tight (worse than it is now), we came to an agreement that we would only make and give cards for...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:34:30 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Valentines-Day-Petal-Bra/
DIY Valentines Day Petal Bra - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYL/CVU0/GYGGIU80/FYLCVU0GYGGIU80.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYL/CVU0/GYGGIU80/FYLCVU0GYGGIU80.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYL/CVU0/GYGGIU80/FYLCVU0GYGGIU80.SMALL.jpg SparklySharpandFabulous I’ve created a super sexy little number sure to add some spice to ANYONES Valentine’s Day (or really any time of the year!). This technique could easily translate to any other DIY Lingerie you plan on doing, and is a great way to up cycle old lingerie and bras that are past their every-day use prime...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:13:42 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Valentines-Mail-pouch/
DIY Valentines Mail pouch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F71/QQTH/GYGF8K57/F71QQTHGYGF8K57.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F71/QQTH/GYGF8K57/F71QQTHGYGF8K57.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F71/QQTH/GYGF8K57/F71QQTHGYGF8K57.SMALL.jpg kalleen These mail pouches are simple to put together and provide lots of fun leading up to Valentine's Day. My kids have loved giving and receiving love notes and little prizes.  They hang on the back of our dining room chairs. gather supplies Using scraps of fabric I had on hand, I put together four di...
By: kalleen

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:09:19 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-Easy-Heart-Shaped-Valentine-No-Sew-Coin-Pu/
Quick & Easy No Sew Heart Shaped Valentine Gifts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCX/HND7/GYE8731K/FCXHND7GYE8731K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCX/HND7/GYE8731K/FCXHND7GYE8731K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCX/HND7/GYE8731K/FCXHND7GYE8731K.SMALL.jpg J3443RY Extra sweet & just in time for your Valentines giving. This quick and easy no sew 3 in 1 template can be used for a coin purse, a key fob, or a ring case with just minor modifications to this gift of handcrafted love. You can leave your hearts modern & simple, or by using paint pens , permanent mark...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 Feb 2012 23:41:21 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Scoochmaroo-Challenge-SUPERBOWL/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCS/RQA2/GXUYU0OD/FCSRQA2GXUYU0OD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCS/RQA2/GXUYU0OD/FCSRQA2GXUYU0OD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCS/RQA2/GXUYU0OD/FCSRQA2GXUYU0OD.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo   Follow Me to hear about all of the Scoochmaroo Challenges. Next weeks challenge: Kitchen Skills! Challenge will begin February 13th   Top Prizes DREMEL WINNER ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 28 Jan 2012 22:33:38 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/InfantToddler-Bride-of-Frankenstein-Costume/
Infant/Toddler Bride of Frankenstein Costume - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO5/HPH2/GX10UF5P/FO5HPH2GX10UF5P.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO5/HPH2/GX10UF5P/FO5HPH2GX10UF5P.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO5/HPH2/GX10UF5P/FO5HPH2GX10UF5P.SMALL.jpg selahestelle This is a relatively easy and very kid friendly adorable costume for your baby's first or second Halloween.  Knowing my daughter was comfy made me so happy to deck her out and show her off!  Also, my daughter is now a skinny 3 years old and can actually still fit in this dress! Supplies: small amoun...
By: selahestelle

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Jan 2012 06:11:48 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/No-Power-Holiday-Lights/
No-Power Holiday Lights! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F43/YU9A/GWTIJZ4W/F43YU9AGWTIJZ4W.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F43/YU9A/GWTIJZ4W/F43YU9AGWTIJZ4W.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F43/YU9A/GWTIJZ4W/F43YU9AGWTIJZ4W.SMALL.jpg technoplastique Strings of bright lights are popular for everything from huge animated Christmas displays to teenage bedroom decor. They're not perfect, though. They eat power. Bulbs can burn out (sometimes taking down the whole strand, depending on the design.) They need to be close to an outlet. Using electricity...
By: technoplastique

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Jan 2012 00:56:33 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Ransom-Note-Present-Giftnapping/
Ransom Note Present - Giftnapping - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAQ/OA79/GWINSMRR/FAQOA79GWINSMRR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAQ/OA79/GWINSMRR/FAQOA79GWINSMRR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAQ/OA79/GWINSMRR/FAQOA79GWINSMRR.SMALL.jpg hfreundlich Turn boring gift wrap into a unique, colorful ransom note. Giftnap: Hold a gift hostage for a deceptive surprise with a really personalized touch. Supplies You will need a wrapped gift; plain wrapping works best, but anything will do Scissors or an Exacto knife; I prefer the exacto Glue (or tape ...
By: hfreundlich

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 24 Dec 2011 18:09:05 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Create-personalized-gift-bows/
Create personalized gift bows - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/JRX9/GWINSKRO/FQ7JRX9GWINSKRO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/JRX9/GWINSKRO/FQ7JRX9GWINSKRO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/JRX9/GWINSKRO/FQ7JRX9GWINSKRO.SMALL.jpg Browncoat You can create your own personalized gift bows.  You can make the bow a hint about what the gift is, like I did with this bow.  You can put pictures of the receiver and/or giver.  You can make the bow an ANTI-hint.  You could use wrapping paper, the comics, magazines, etc...  Get creative! If you D...
By: Browncoat

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 24 Dec 2011 03:07:05 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Cardboard-Christmas-Tree-1/
Cardboard Christmas Tree - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5E/2YD3/GWJQGEXQ/F5E2YD3GWJQGEXQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5E/2YD3/GWJQGEXQ/F5E2YD3GWJQGEXQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5E/2YD3/GWJQGEXQ/F5E2YD3GWJQGEXQ.SMALL.jpg wilgubeast If you prefer that your holiday fire hazards be man-made and smell slightly of burnt paper, look no further. I present to you the laser-cut Christmas tree. This project was my first crack at using 123D Make to create something. Despite being a complete 3D noob, this came out looking pretty fantasti...
By: wilgubeast

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 23 Dec 2011 23:53:06 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/16-Great-Gifts-made-from-Garbage/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHC/MO20/GWF65CCE/FHCMO20GWF65CCE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHC/MO20/GWF65CCE/FHCMO20GWF65CCE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHC/MO20/GWF65CCE/FHCMO20GWF65CCE.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick If you've delayed your gift shopping a little too long this holiday season, check out these 16 great gifts that are made out of things you were just going to throw away anyway.  Some are quick, some are easy, and some don't take much effort at all.  Don't make up any excuses this year; it's so easy ...
By: Penolopy Bulnick

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 18:41:21 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/16-Gifts-for-the-Office-Gift-Exchange/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F72/VJLC/GWF60RF6/F72VJLCGWF60RF6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F72/VJLC/GWF60RF6/F72VJLCGWF60RF6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F72/VJLC/GWF60RF6/F72VJLCGWF60RF6.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick What do you get for your fellow employees?  Don't think too much on it, just pick out one of these projects and you will be all set.  This collection of 16 awesome office gifts include projects made from office supplies and projects you would just love to have at the office!  Take a look, pick one o...
By: Penolopy Bulnick

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 18:48:45 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/12-Ornaments-your-Kiddies-and-Kitties-Cant-Break/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNF/N99L/GW3X7ZS9/FNFN99LGW3X7ZS9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNF/N99L/GW3X7ZS9/FNFN99LGW3X7ZS9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNF/N99L/GW3X7ZS9/FNFN99LGW3X7ZS9.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick Though it's fun to decorate your tree with all the delicate ornaments you have been collecting over the years, you need something to adorn the bottom of the tree where the little kiddies and kitties can reach.  These 12 ornaments are sturdy and will hold up to repeated grabs from your kids and kitti...
By: Penolopy Bulnick

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 19:55:35 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Scoochmaroo-Challenge-Wrap-Star/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ3/YJZK/GWDL4JJO/FZ3YJZKGWDL4JJO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ3/YJZK/GWDL4JJO/FZ3YJZKGWDL4JJO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ3/YJZK/GWDL4JJO/FZ3YJZKGWDL4JJO.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo   Follow Me to hear about all of the Scoochmaroo Challenges. This Week's Challenge:  Wrap Star! I'm breaking the rules again! You overwhelmed me with both the number and quality of entries. I had no choice but to award all three top prizes. Congratulations to the winners and to all of the...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:03:01 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Wrap-a-Present-using-only-3-pieces-of-tape/
How to Wrap a Present (using only 3 pieces of tape!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3I/A965/GW89M7GN/F3IA965GW89M7GN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3I/A965/GW89M7GN/F3IA965GW89M7GN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3I/A965/GW89M7GN/F3IA965GW89M7GN.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo OK, let's make this simple.  You have a gift.  You know better (by now) than to hand it over in the bag it came in.  But wrapping a present can be such a pain!  It never looks right, the corners are always smashed, and the paper will probably be like two inches too short on the bottom, and how are y...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2011 22:14:00 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/12-Easy-Holiday-Crafts-for-Kids/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJH/PJL5/GW88ONEQ/FJHPJL5GW88ONEQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJH/PJL5/GW88ONEQ/FJHPJL5GW88ONEQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJH/PJL5/GW88ONEQ/FJHPJL5GW88ONEQ.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick There are many intricate and complicated holiday crafts out there, but what about the children?  They need something to do during their holiday break and we have just the crafts for them.  Check out these great Instructables that take few supplies and minimal supervision!  Get together the kids an...
By: Penolopy Bulnick

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 16 Dec 2011 18:06:52 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Projects-for-Pyros-Holiday-Edition/ /files/deriv/FL6/QU2C/GY4RTP3O/FL6QU2CGY4RTP3O.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FL6/QU2C/GY4RTP3O/FL6QU2CGY4RTP3O.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FL6/QU2C/GY4RTP3O/FL6QU2CGY4RTP3O.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick I know all of the pyros out there have been waiting for the next edition of Projects for Pyros and here it is!  It is easy to figure what will happen when you combine dead pine trees and an open flame, but there is so much more you can do with fire during the holiday season!  Check out these 12 fu...
By: Penolopy Bulnick

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 18:45:35 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/X-Mas-Spider-Web/
13' X-Mas Spider Web - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUF/WAEX/GW4S31NX/FUFWAEXGW4S31NX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUF/WAEX/GW4S31NX/FUFWAEXGW4S31NX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUF/WAEX/GW4S31NX/FUFWAEXGW4S31NX.SMALL.jpg SHIFT! "On the 13th Night of Christmas, my Ghoul Love gave to me..." Happy Howlidays Instructabrarians! Ahem.....It's CHRISTMAS TIME!  Yes, it's that grand year again, time for everyone to get together, decks their halls with balls of holly (??), riding sleighs through snow and jingling all the way, spre...
By: SHIFT!

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 02:17:20 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Olde-style-radar-station-to-track-Santa/
Olde style radar station to track Santa - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXK/JWEI/GVZPGY0Y/FXKJWEIGVZPGY0Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXK/JWEI/GVZPGY0Y/FXKJWEIGVZPGY0Y.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXK/JWEI/GVZPGY0Y/FXKJWEIGVZPGY0Y.SMALL.jpg mckeephoto Every year, my boys and I are tasked by my wife* to come up with a Christmas card to send out to family and friends. And, every year there are the usual challenges to produce something creative and that tops last years efforts. This year, the original concept was to find a 1930s motorcycle with a s...
By: mckeephoto

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 19:08:32 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Mostly-nice-paint-chip-christmas-nautilus/
Mostly nice paint chip christmas nautilus - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMB/GTYN/GVZOT6E8/FMBGTYNGVZOT6E8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMB/GTYN/GVZOT6E8/FMBGTYNGVZOT6E8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMB/GTYN/GVZOT6E8/FMBGTYNGVZOT6E8.SMALL.jpg RaisedByRobots Like everyone else, it would seem, I noticed these ornaments dangling around in Whole Foods and in  my office lobby.   And I instantly thought:  Aha!  Something I can do with my paint chip collection. So, I set about it.... materials Every time I visit the hardware store, which is a lot, I try...
By: RaisedByRobots

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2011 02:08:35 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Stretch-your-resources-This-Holiday-Season-/
Stretch your resources ( This Christmas Season ) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOK/45WB/GVOX0S7O/FOK45WBGVOX0S7O.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOK/45WB/GVOX0S7O/FOK45WBGVOX0S7O.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOK/45WB/GVOX0S7O/FOK45WBGVOX0S7O.SMALL.jpg sunshiine This is busy time for all of us here on Instructables.  We are making gifts for our family and friends as well as attending parties. More and more of us are conscious about saving money and making our bucks go further. This Instructable offers ideas on how we can stretch those bucks this season.    ...
By: sunshiine

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Dec 2011 08:20:13 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Clementine-Clove-Ornament/
Clementine Clove Ornament - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXG/NIPQ/GV8SCS6F/FXGNIPQGV8SCS6F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXG/NIPQ/GV8SCS6F/FXGNIPQGV8SCS6F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXG/NIPQ/GV8SCS6F/FXGNIPQGV8SCS6F.SMALL.jpg garnishrecipes Clementines are a hit at our home. When punctured with cloves, the wonderful holiday aromas waft through our apartment. Homemade ornaments are a special kind of magic, and these are no exception. With a box of Cuties, whole cloves, some paperclips, and ribbon, I can make these Christmas ornaments i...
By: garnishrecipes

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 Nov 2011 02:34:41 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Tasty-Crumb-Top-Apple-Pie/
Tasty Crumb Top Apple Pie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD5/RC9V/GVBD05J5/FD5RC9VGVBD05J5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD5/RC9V/GVBD05J5/FD5RC9VGVBD05J5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD5/RC9V/GVBD05J5/FD5RC9VGVBD05J5.SMALL.jpg sabothell This tasty treat is a hybrid between apple pie and apple crisp.  You start with a pie crust and pie filling, and then top the apples with a brown sugar crumb topping.  It is best served warm with ice cream or whipped cream.  Enjoy! Start the Crust The crust is the most important part of any pie. ...
By: sabothell

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 Nov 2011 06:16:40 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Thanksgiving-Picture-Turkey-Magnets/
Thanksgiving Picture Turkey Magnets - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2N/A2SM/GFRWS516/F2NA2SMGFRWS516.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2N/A2SM/GFRWS516/F2NA2SMGFRWS516.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2N/A2SM/GFRWS516/F2NA2SMGFRWS516.SMALL.jpg Carleyy Turn your family and friends into turkey magnets!  Its the perfect holiday craft for children and a fun and silly way to decorate the kitchen for Thanksgiving. Materials Card Stock or Foam Paper - I wanted to make my turkeys with foam paper, but the craft supply stores I went to were all out from...
By: Carleyy

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Nov 2010 20:10:25 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Cattle-Shed-for-a-Christmas-Crche/
Cattle Shed for a Christmas Creche - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6L/HJHK/GUVTYKM1/F6LHJHKGUVTYKM1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6L/HJHK/GUVTYKM1/F6LHJHKGUVTYKM1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6L/HJHK/GUVTYKM1/F6LHJHKGUVTYKM1.SMALL.jpg Phil B This project is for making a rough looking cattle shed for a Christmas creche display to be used in your home or given as a gift. A few years ago there was a special catalog offer for simulated olive wood figures of Mary, Joseph, the baby Jesus, an angel, and a few animals. The figures were about fo...
By: Phil B

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 14 Nov 2011 19:20:48 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Power-Ranger-Mystic-Phoenix-Titan-Costume-made-m/
A Power Ranger Mystic Phoenix Titan Costume made mostly from Reclaimed Construction Foam Core, Aluminium Foil and Tape. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/1Z9B/GUS74I24/FD71Z9BGUS74I24.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/1Z9B/GUS74I24/FD71Z9BGUS74I24.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/1Z9B/GUS74I24/FD71Z9BGUS74I24.SMALL.jpg anthonyshafer Halloween might as well be a perennial favorite at our house. Just like his dad, my son plans months in advance exactly what he'd like to be and for the most part, participates in the month long activity. I've been making costumes for years but not documenting their creation. Three years ago I decid...
By: anthonyshafer

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 Nov 2011 06:27:27 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Advanced-Faux-Pumpkin-Carving/
Advanced Faux Pumpkin Carving - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/OCE5/GUBPGIU5/F8POCE5GUBPGIU5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/OCE5/GUBPGIU5/F8POCE5GUBPGIU5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/OCE5/GUBPGIU5/F8POCE5GUBPGIU5.SMALL.jpg brego7 Pumpkin carving is a great way to create a piece of art. The problem is, your artwork is completely gone after just a few days. There is however a simple solution… the faux pumpkin. Faux pumpkins last forever and afford you the opportunity to spread out your carving time if needed. Selecting Your...
By: brego7

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 31 Oct 2011 06:46:01 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Paper-Plate-Skeleton/
Paper Plate Skeleton - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4M/GP8X/GTXK8ILP/F4MGP8XGTXK8ILP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4M/GP8X/GTXK8ILP/F4MGP8XGTXK8ILP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4M/GP8X/GTXK8ILP/F4MGP8XGTXK8ILP.SMALL.jpg kazmataz Simple and festive - this paper plate skeleton can be constructed in an hour, and is a blast to make with the kids. It is also easy to customize Materials You will need: paper plates (mine were 6" diameter) scissors twine (or yarn, or something else to tie the bones together) hol...
By: kazmataz

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:46:35 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Draco-Malfoy-Death-Eater-kids-robe-mask-scarf/
Draco Malfoy - Death Eater (kids robe, mask, scarf and other Harry Potter stuff) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG8/HFOS/GU042V83/FG8HFOSGU042V83.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG8/HFOS/GU042V83/FG8HFOSGU042V83.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG8/HFOS/GU042V83/FG8HFOSGU042V83.SMALL.jpg DotatDabbled My 6 year old is into Harry Potter. But the costume he wanted for Halloween was "Draco Malfoy, as a Death Eater". Now I'm pretty sure that Draco never dresses up as a Death Eater in the books, but that's what he wanted! So, the pieces to this costume are all pretty much homemade, recycled from othe...
By: DotatDabbled

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 20 Oct 2011 20:28:12 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Tye-Dye-Eggs/
pSusie's Psychedelic Easter Eggs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/TONK/GTXBCI0P/FY8TONKGTXBCI0P.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/TONK/GTXBCI0P/FY8TONKGTXBCI0P.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/TONK/GTXBCI0P/FY8TONKGTXBCI0P.SMALL.jpg dreamberry My mom's formula. We did this every year at Easter. I thought everybody did it this way.   You need: one egg dye kit - the Tablet kind that uses vinegar & water 12 eggs. Hard Boiled, I suppose, but you could color a RAW egg and laugh when someone cracks it open and gets all messy! (evil. be nice!)...
By: dreamberry

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:42:16 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Tin-Can-Roses/
Tin Can Roses - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYI/LAL8/GTUYA8WJ/FYILAL8GTUYA8WJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYI/LAL8/GTUYA8WJ/FYILAL8GTUYA8WJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYI/LAL8/GTUYA8WJ/FYILAL8GTUYA8WJ.SMALL.jpg erich.haubrich I wanted to do something special for my wife for our recent anniversary. Since her birthday was only 8 days previous and I went all out I was on a budget. I was not about to let an anniversary slip by without a memorable tribute so I got to work. I have a relatively unsophisticated collection of ha...
By: erich.haubrich

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 18 Oct 2011 00:46:25 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Paint-Chip-Easter-Egg-Party-Garland/
Paint Chip Easter Egg Party Garland - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBP/4IJQ/GRTHMT35/FBP4IJQGRTHMT35.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBP/4IJQ/GRTHMT35/FBP4IJQGRTHMT35.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBP/4IJQ/GRTHMT35/FBP4IJQGRTHMT35.SMALL.jpg Formal Fringe This tutorial will show you how to craft a party garland from hardware store paint chips to decorate a party. I made mine into egg shapes for Easter, but you could make any shapes. Gather Template, Paint Chips & Supplies Head to your local home or hardware store and ask the staff if you can take...
By: Formal Fringe

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 31 Aug 2011 20:43:40 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/4th-of-July-1/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6M/RSTV/GPAS3ESD/F6MRSTVGPAS3ESD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6M/RSTV/GPAS3ESD/F6MRSTVGPAS3ESD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6M/RSTV/GPAS3ESD/F6MRSTVGPAS3ESD.SMALL.jpg Carleyy Gear up for the most exciting weekend of the summer -- the 4th of July!  Whether you're celebrating independence day on the beach or in the backyard, you can guarantee a day of relaxation and fun.  We have everything you need to make this weekend extra special including decorations, recipes, firewor...
By: Carleyy

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 30 Jun 2011 19:16:56 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Fathers-Day-1/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXQ/HPGG/GOWNSQ18/FXQHPGGGOWNSQ18.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXQ/HPGG/GOWNSQ18/FXQHPGGGOWNSQ18.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXQ/HPGG/GOWNSQ18/FXQHPGGGOWNSQ18.SMALL.jpg Carleyy Your dad is your number one fan!  He helped you with your homework when you were a kid and has given you countless advice over the years.  This Father's Day show your dad how much you appreciate him with a handmade gift.  We've gathered together the perfect gifts to make this Father's Day extra spec...
By: Carleyy

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 Jun 2011 23:11:41 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Mothers-Day-2011/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/NIBL/GN77W2MB/F4BNIBLGN77W2MB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/NIBL/GN77W2MB/F4BNIBLGN77W2MB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/NIBL/GN77W2MB/F4BNIBLGN77W2MB.SMALL.jpg Carleyy Make this Mother's Day memorable with a handmade gift for Mom.  Here are some great Instructables to help personalize this special day.  We have all your bases covered including delicious brunch recipes, handmade gifts, sweat treats, and more.  There are all kinds of ways to make Mom feel loved. E...
By: Carleyy

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 3 May 2011 12:19:14 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Silk-Dyed-Eggs-Tie-Died/
Silk Dyed Eggs, "Tie-Dyed" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNP/NW9M/GMIGHPKY/FNPNW9MGMIGHPKY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNP/NW9M/GMIGHPKY/FNPNW9MGMIGHPKY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNP/NW9M/GMIGHPKY/FNPNW9MGMIGHPKY.SMALL.jpg peace, love, art Not only are these eggs beautiful for Easter, but they would look great as a centerpiece to a batch of deviled eggs or egg salad sandwiches at any gathering. Please vote for me  in the Egg-bot Challenge! What you will need: Eggs Several 100% silk ties White cotton t-shirt String Enamel pot Vegetabl...
By: peace, love, art

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 24 Apr 2011 06:41:06 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Polka-A-Dot-Monogrammed-Easter-Bucket-Basket/
Polka-A-Dot "Monogrammed" Easter Bucket Basket - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1F/0SK2/GMIGHB5A/F1F0SK2GMIGHB5A.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1F/0SK2/GMIGHB5A/F1F0SK2GMIGHB5A.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1F/0SK2/GMIGHB5A/F1F0SK2GMIGHB5A.SMALL.jpg ekelkar These bucket/baskets would be perfect for a family or neighborhood Easter egg hunt. I made this one for my daughter to give to one of her friends. The bucket/basket is made from a 5 quart ice cream container and other items I had at home. Because I had them, I used pre-cut foam circles for the dots....
By: ekelkar

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