Instructables: exploring - living - holidays http://www.instructables.com Sat, 18 May 2013 15:06:29 PDT BLOX v1.01 Cinnamon Shortbread http://www.instructables.com/id/Cinnamon-Shortbread/
Cinnamon Shortbread - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNQ/6RYS/HF240BMD/FNQ6RYSHF240BMD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNQ/6RYS/HF240BMD/FNQ6RYSHF240BMD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNQ/6RYS/HF240BMD/FNQ6RYSHF240BMD.SMALL.jpg calligator This is a twist on shortbread that would work well for Christmas or just anyone who loves cinnamon! Another recipe from my blog but shortened.  Please stop by to read everything in full: http://mrs-jones-to-be.blogspot.co.uk Use a wooden spoon to mix the butter and sugar together. Add the flo...
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Sun, 7 Apr 2013 13:27:44 PDT
Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt! http://www.instructables.com/id/Glow-in-the-Dark-Easter-Egg-Hunt/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEN/IOCQ/HF23QJFS/FENIOCQHF23QJFS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEN/IOCQ/HF23QJFS/FENIOCQHF23QJFS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEN/IOCQ/HF23QJFS/FENIOCQHF23QJFS.SMALL.jpg StuffStephMakes This year I put on an Easter Egg Hunt for my niece and nephews outside, late at night, using Glowing Easter Eggs and the kids loved it! Even the ones that are way too cool for ... well... pretty much everything right now ;) The kids had to have 10 Glowing Eggs in their baskets before they got to hav...
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Thu, 4 Apr 2013 18:05:11 PDT
Laser Engraved Easter Eggs http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Engraved-Easter-Eggs/
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Sun, 31 Mar 2013 06:57:18 PDT
Recycled Paper Easter Baskets http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Paper-Easter-Baskets/
Recycled Paper Easter Baskets - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/H7PL/HEI4BO2O/FTXH7PLHEI4BO2O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/H7PL/HEI4BO2O/FTXH7PLHEI4BO2O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/H7PL/HEI4BO2O/FTXH7PLHEI4BO2O.SMALL.jpg sunFlow3r Hi!  This is a simple, easy way to make fabulous paper Easter baskets:)  They are really easy to weave and are made out of colored paper that I have gotten from handouts, flyers, reminders, etc, so they are super cheap (free, in fact;)  Let's get started. Materials For this project, you will need...
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Thu, 28 Mar 2013 08:26:47 PDT
Easter Puppet! http://www.instructables.com/id/Easter-Puppet/
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Tue, 26 Mar 2013 09:47:48 PDT
Halloween Forrest http://www.instructables.com/id/Halloween-Forrest/
Halloween Forrest - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIA/Q3K2/HDYZIVLG/FIAQ3K2HDYZIVLG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIA/Q3K2/HDYZIVLG/FIAQ3K2HDYZIVLG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIA/Q3K2/HDYZIVLG/FIAQ3K2HDYZIVLG.SMALL.jpg haunted.haunt Do you want to make a simple but scary Halloween display?  Make a scary trail with simple materials and products without breaking the bank.  We made this with sticks and simple decorations. Materials For this project, You will need • Lawn sticks (flexible posts typically green) • Twigs • Spider...
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Sat, 9 Mar 2013 13:03:38 PST
Climbing Easter Bunny Cut-Outs http://www.instructables.com/id/Climbing-Easter-Bunny-Cut-Outs/
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Tue, 5 Mar 2013 20:17:22 PST
HEART SHAPED BOX http://www.instructables.com/id/HEART-SHAPED-BOX-2/
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Thu, 14 Feb 2013 13:49:26 PST
Building The Perfect Valentine's Day Basket For Mommy http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-The-Perfect-Valentines-Day-Basket-For-Mo/
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Wed, 13 Feb 2013 15:54:19 PST
February Memory Hearts http://www.instructables.com/id/February-Memory-Hearts/
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Tue, 12 Feb 2013 11:03:34 PST
Roses of All Kinds http://www.instructables.com/id/Roses-of-All-Kinds/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLM/A5Z0/HCV90RKF/FLMA5Z0HCV90RKF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLM/A5Z0/HCV90RKF/FLMA5Z0HCV90RKF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLM/A5Z0/HCV90RKF/FLMA5Z0HCV90RKF.SMALL.jpg Jessie Marie With Valentine's Day just around the corner, the question of what to get your loved one pops into your head. Of course, you could go with the traditional sweet smelling, red rose, but why not be different this year and mix it up a little bit? For this guide, I have selected a collection of mind blow...
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Mon, 11 Feb 2013 19:05:20 PST
The Newspaper Christmas Tree http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Newspaper-Christmas-Tree/
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Sat, 9 Feb 2013 06:13:09 PST
Chalk Board Card http://www.instructables.com/id/Chalk-Board-Card/
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Fri, 8 Feb 2013 19:55:29 PST
LOVE MOBILE (wind chime) http://www.instructables.com/id/LOVE-MOBILE-wind-chime/
LOVE MOBILE (wind chime) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXB/11DA/HCJO5N8X/FXB11DAHCJO5N8X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXB/11DA/HCJO5N8X/FXB11DAHCJO5N8X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXB/11DA/HCJO5N8X/FXB11DAHCJO5N8X.SMALL.jpg Susan Cirigliano This instructable will show you how to create a ceramic LOVE MOBILE  (sculpture), a hanging artwork.....The  one you love can hang it in their window or garden and think of you each time the breeze makes it chime..... supplies The supplies you will need are; clay rolling pin 4X18 template undergl...
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Wed, 6 Feb 2013 09:14:28 PST
VALENTINE NIGHT-LIGHT http://www.instructables.com/id/VALENTINE-NIGHT-LIGHT/
VALENTINE NIGHT-LIGHT - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBK/QQ2C/HCJOENHK/FBKQQ2CHCJOENHK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBK/QQ2C/HCJOENHK/FBKQQ2CHCJOENHK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBK/QQ2C/HCJOENHK/FBKQQ2CHCJOENHK.SMALL.jpg Susan Cirigliano A different type of Valentine for the one you love... A ceramic night light. supplies Clay rolling on 4X16 template Large yogurt container clay cutting tool clay sponge underglazes paintbrushes glaze glue nightlight insert bulb small wood discs  Starbucks straw access to a kiln *****If you ...
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Mon, 4 Feb 2013 18:23:35 PST
VINTAGE style VALENTINES http://www.instructables.com/id/VINTAGE-style-VALENTINES/
VINTAGE style VALENTINES - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/NPQ4/HCJOEM43/FXYNPQ4HCJOEM43.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/NPQ4/HCJOEM43/FXYNPQ4HCJOEM43.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/NPQ4/HCJOEM43/FXYNPQ4HCJOEM43.SMALL.jpg Susan Cirigliano I love old fashioned Valentines and with a few  magazines, and some doilies its fune and easy to make retro-looking Valentines for the ones you love! Supplies Pink, red or white construction paper for base of Valentine Magazines scissor glue stick assorted doilies stickers? Base paper Cut...
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Sun, 3 Feb 2013 15:23:13 PST
Lollipop Christmas Tree http://www.instructables.com/id/Lollipop-Christmas-Tree/
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Thu, 31 Jan 2013 16:09:02 PST
wine wood holders valentine's http://www.instructables.com/id/wine-wood-holders-valentines/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/NG3B/HCB8U31X/FV8NG3BHCB8U31X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/NG3B/HCB8U31X/FV8NG3BHCB8U31X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/NG3B/HCB8U31X/FV8NG3BHCB8U31X.SMALL.jpg rozurc THIS IS A GIFT FOR VALENTINE'S  MATERIALS: PINE WOOD,PAINT MARKERS, CLEAR FINISH, SAND PAPER. TOOLS :  SCROLL SAW, STENCILS ,WOOD BURNING TOOL, DRILL FORSTNER BIT 2" , MITER SAW. I CUT THE PINE IN 9" LONG. 3 1/2' WIDE.  ONE SIDE CUT IN 45 DEG.  AND THE  HOLE IN 1 1/2" FROM THE OTHER SIDE
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Mon, 28 Jan 2013 17:04:36 PST
Rollie Pollie Elves http://www.instructables.com/id/Rollie-Pollie-Elves/
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Fri, 25 Jan 2013 10:58:38 PST
Customizable Motorized Tree Topper with Star Wars Flair http://www.instructables.com/id/1-Customizable-Motorized-Tree-Topper-with-Star-War/
Customizable Motorized Tree Topper with Star Wars Flair - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8E/L40I/HBUZEQ83/F8EL40IHBUZEQ83.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8E/L40I/HBUZEQ83/F8EL40IHBUZEQ83.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8E/L40I/HBUZEQ83/F8EL40IHBUZEQ83.SMALL.jpg stevemoseley This Instructable will show you how to make a motorized tree topper for your Christmas tree.  I made this as a surprise early Christmas present for my wife so she could enjoy it through most of December.  This is something that can be personalized to a huge degree and is somthing that can involve th...
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Thu, 24 Jan 2013 21:36:01 PST
Cork Heart http://www.instructables.com/id/Cork-Heart/
Cork Heart - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQD/RTAX/HBXWRRNX/FQDRTAXHBXWRRNX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQD/RTAX/HBXWRRNX/FQDRTAXHBXWRRNX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQD/RTAX/HBXWRRNX/FQDRTAXHBXWRRNX.SMALL.jpg Ricksideas With Valentine coming soon I decide to make a heart out of cork. I used skewers, cork and glue. brought to from www.ricksideas.com lay out I lay out the corks in a heart pattern then glued it together.  Glue corks small end 1 I glued the corks in both direction with skewer type tooth picks. ...
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Thu, 17 Jan 2013 11:18:12 PST
Redneck Napkin Rings http://www.instructables.com/id/Redneck-Napkin-Rings/
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Sat, 5 Jan 2013 18:53:30 PST
Gingerbread AT-AT http://www.instructables.com/id/Ginger-bread-AT-AT/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDZ/EM3F/HBHGLDGA/FDZEM3FHBHGLDGA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDZ/EM3F/HBHGLDGA/FDZEM3FHBHGLDGA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDZ/EM3F/HBHGLDGA/FDZEM3FHBHGLDGA.SMALL.jpg ihavethepower This is my gingerbread AT-AT. I started by making the base out of two acrylic tube and a piece of hard board that was screwed to a two feet by two feet piece of plywood. Than I cut pieces of the gingerbread to make the body, head and legs. The feet I made by pressing gingerbread dough into four la...
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Fri, 4 Jan 2013 20:05:53 PST
DIY Holiday Storage Container From Suitcases http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Holiday-Storage-Container-From-Suitcases/
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Tue, 1 Jan 2013 21:19:14 PST
Holiday "First Aid Kit" http://www.instructables.com/id/Holiday-Adult-First-Aid-Kit/
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Fri, 28 Dec 2012 12:38:58 PST
Christmas Wreath http://www.instructables.com/id/Christmas-Wreath-2/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYV/D9TQ/HAQ30H9N/FYVD9TQHAQ30H9N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYV/D9TQ/HAQ30H9N/FYVD9TQHAQ30H9N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYV/D9TQ/HAQ30H9N/FYVD9TQHAQ30H9N.SMALL.jpg cricketz A simple Christmas wreath with things found outside and around the house. What you need: Sticks Evergreen needles Needle and Thread Oranges Dried Chilis Popcorn After perusing the backyard and neighbor's for some twigs and pine needles, I scavenged enough to start the wreath. I started by breaking...
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Tue, 25 Dec 2012 04:12:42 PST
Cardboard Christmas Tree http://www.instructables.com/id/Cardboard-Christmas-Tree-2/
Cardboard Christmas Tree - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCU/EHBU/HAQ385CF/FCUEHBUHAQ385CF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCU/EHBU/HAQ385CF/FCUEHBUHAQ385CF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCU/EHBU/HAQ385CF/FCUEHBUHAQ385CF.SMALL.jpg PeckLauros Hello everybody! Another Christmas is coming and nothing better than celebrating with family, right? Today I will share an idea that we had to decorate our table. It is very simple because it uses materials that are easily discarded. Materials - Pieces of cardboard - 6 sheets of A4 paper - La...
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Mon, 24 Dec 2012 09:43:51 PST
Decorating Tissue Paper with Homemade Stamps http://www.instructables.com/id/Decorating-Tissue-Paper-with-Homemade-Stamps/
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Sun, 23 Dec 2012 21:59:19 PST
Makedo Jumping Santa Claus http://www.instructables.com/id/Makedo-Jumping-Santa-Claus/
Makedo Jumping Santa Claus - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBE/DP7W/HAQ38VGB/FBEDP7WHAQ38VGB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBE/DP7W/HAQ38VGB/FBEDP7WHAQ38VGB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBE/DP7W/HAQ38VGB/FBEDP7WHAQ38VGB.SMALL.jpg makedo-able Christmas is our favourite time of year. There is so much packaging around to use for creative projects! But before you’ve opened all your presents, let’s show how excited we are with this Makedo Christmas creation that has Santa jumping for joy. We’ve made our Jumping Santa Claus using some card, ...
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Sat, 22 Dec 2012 03:11:04 PST
Makedo Reindeer Ears http://www.instructables.com/id/Makedo-Reindeer-Ears/
Makedo Reindeer Ears - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAR/AL3I/HAQ38VAM/FARAL3IHAQ38VAM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAR/AL3I/HAQ38VAM/FARAL3IHAQ38VAM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAR/AL3I/HAQ38VAM/FARAL3IHAQ38VAM.SMALL.jpg makedo-able Get into the festive spirit and make your friends and family some fun Christmas headwear. To make these Makedo Reindeer Ears, we’ve used a sheet of cardboard and a strip of coloured card, along with some Makedo parts available from mymakedo.com. Find - Sketch - Cut To make your Makedo Reindeer Ea...
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Sat, 22 Dec 2012 02:53:41 PST
Gifts for Her http://www.instructables.com/id/Gifts-for-Her/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIO/N35A/HAVGJGAN/FION35AHAVGJGAN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIO/N35A/HAVGJGAN/FION35AHAVGJGAN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIO/N35A/HAVGJGAN/FION35AHAVGJGAN.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick Don't know what gift to get that special girl in your life?  Here is a great selection of practical, (impractical) and just plain fun gifts you can get for her this Christmas! null null null null null null null null null null null null null null null null null null null ...
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Fri, 21 Dec 2012 15:59:46 PST
Gifts for Mom http://www.instructables.com/id/Gifts-for-Mom/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVN/WS8X/HAVGJF4K/FVNWS8XHAVGJF4K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVN/WS8X/HAVGJF4K/FVNWS8XHAVGJF4K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVN/WS8X/HAVGJF4K/FVNWS8XHAVGJF4K.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick What are you going to get your mother this Christmas?  You know she has had to put up with a lot the past year so make sure you put a lot of thought into it.  And what has the most thought put into it?  A homemade gift! null null null null null null null null null null null null ...
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Fri, 21 Dec 2012 14:13:14 PST
Chocolaty Christmas http://www.instructables.com/id/Chocolaty-Christmas/
Chocolaty Christmas - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/SYHW/HAWSGUQJ/FA2SYHWHAWSGUQJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/SYHW/HAWSGUQJ/FA2SYHWHAWSGUQJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/SYHW/HAWSGUQJ/FA2SYHWHAWSGUQJ.SMALL.jpg llerickson I haven't ever really been on the giving end of presents (I know, sad?), but this year, I decided that I would make more of an effort to spread good cheer more among friends of mine so I decided to find a cheap and easy way to do that! Now, regardless what people say, no Instructable is really 'easy...
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Wed, 19 Dec 2012 19:08:14 PST
High Heel Christmas Stocking http://www.instructables.com/id/High-Heel-Christmas-Stocking/
High Heel Christmas Stocking - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJA/DG79/HAWBW6WA/FJADG79HAWBW6WA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJA/DG79/HAWBW6WA/FJADG79HAWBW6WA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJA/DG79/HAWBW6WA/FJADG79HAWBW6WA.SMALL.jpg lidsdad Store bought Christmas stockings have always seemed lame. After a few high heel versions I saw on Woot I decided to do what fellow instructalbes members do...MAKE ONE. One that  would match my wife's personality a bit better. So here is my wife's new high heel stocking. She was just given it today ...
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Wed, 19 Dec 2012 18:41:02 PST
Candy Bar Snowman http://www.instructables.com/id/Candy-Bar-Snowman/
Candy Bar Snowman - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAN/BP2C/HAQ30J6S/FANBP2CHAQ30J6S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAN/BP2C/HAQ30J6S/FANBP2CHAQ30J6S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAN/BP2C/HAQ30J6S/FANBP2CHAQ30J6S.SMALL.jpg katvanlew This is the cutest gift for teachers, co-workers or anyone on your list! They are so easy to make too!  Supplies needed I bought several 7 ounce Hershey bars, but you could also make these with Mr. Goodbar or any large size candy bar. I had a red knit shirt that I cut up to make the hats. I also ...
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Sun, 16 Dec 2012 20:02:27 PST
DIY Christmas Banner http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Christmas-Banner/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQU/UPQI/HAQ35GCF/FQUUPQIHAQ35GCF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQU/UPQI/HAQ35GCF/FQUUPQIHAQ35GCF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQU/UPQI/HAQ35GCF/FQUUPQIHAQ35GCF.SMALL.jpg nicola.lynde A super easy to make banner for Christmas. God Jul is the Danish translation of Merry Christmas but this could easy be done in any language.  After creating a paper template I used extra think hand made Nepali felt to cut the letters out. I then used a blanket stitch to go around all the edges. Fin...
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Sun, 16 Dec 2012 00:51:45 PST
Make Recycled Gift Tags From Old Holiday Cards http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Recycled-Gift-Tags-From-Old-Holiday-Cards/
Make Recycled Gift Tags From Old Holiday Cards - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKJ/9GNL/HAOPQTJ7/FKJ9GNLHAOPQTJ7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKJ/9GNL/HAOPQTJ7/FKJ9GNLHAOPQTJ7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKJ/9GNL/HAOPQTJ7/FKJ9GNLHAOPQTJ7.SMALL.jpg Little Mom on the Prairie When I first got married, we did  not have a lot of money for the little things, like tags for presents. My husband's grandmother, Grandma Fuller, taught me how to make pretty Christmas gift tags, using old cards that had been mailed the year before! This is a very easy and cheap way to finish off y...
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Fri, 14 Dec 2012 11:45:09 PST
Gifts for Baby http://www.instructables.com/id/Gifts-for-Baby/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F99/R82P/HAOPQ8K8/F99R82PHAOPQ8K8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F99/R82P/HAOPQ8K8/F99R82PHAOPQ8K8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F99/R82P/HAOPQ8K8/F99R82PHAOPQ8K8.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick Don't know what to get for your little niece or nephew or even your grandchild?  Check out these great baby gifts!  Regardless of if you want something more practical or more fun, you'll find the best gift here!   *Remember, babies stick everything they grab in their mouths so make sure whatever yo...
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Thu, 13 Dec 2012 20:46:41 PST
Toilet Paper Roll Gift Box http://www.instructables.com/id/Toilet-Paper-Roll-Gift-Box/
Toilet Paper Roll Gift Box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1I/TH7F/HANAQAZ7/F1ITH7FHANAQAZ7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1I/TH7F/HANAQAZ7/F1ITH7FHANAQAZ7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1I/TH7F/HANAQAZ7/F1ITH7FHANAQAZ7.SMALL.jpg Little Mom on the Prairie The holidays can tap you out, leaving you to have to be creative with your gift wrap! For small gifts, (or even a kind of Redneck Advent Calendar!) this is a super cheap DIY gift box made from an empty toilet paper roll. It is also a great way to use up those scraps of wrapping paper! Materials: To...
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Thu, 13 Dec 2012 13:40:56 PST
Simple Holiday Gifts http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Holiday-Gifts/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIA/7IHD/HANAX6V5/FIA7IHDHANAX6V5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIA/7IHD/HANAX6V5/FIA7IHDHANAX6V5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIA/7IHD/HANAX6V5/FIA7IHDHANAX6V5.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Gift giving doesn't have to be stressful or complicated,  It doesn't have to involve crowded shopping malls or holiday sales pressures.  Give a gift from the heart and the hands this year.  Check out these great suggestions for simple holiday gifts you can make for everyone in your life.  Handmade g...
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Thu, 13 Dec 2012 10:45:14 PST
Gift Wrapping Ravioli http://www.instructables.com/id/Gift-Wrapping-Ravioli/
Gift Wrapping Ravioli - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F59/WZCY/HAM7URG2/F59WZCYHAM7URG2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F59/WZCY/HAM7URG2/F59WZCYHAM7URG2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F59/WZCY/HAM7URG2/F59WZCYHAM7URG2.SMALL.jpg sl4sh3r Want to quickly wrap a small gift?  Need another option besides a gift bag?  This method is for you!  Materials For the project you will need 2 sheets of wrapping paper, double sided tape and your gift.  If you have some decorative scissors this will help you add a finishing touch at the end. C...
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Wed, 12 Dec 2012 09:23:42 PST
Metallic Colorblock Animals http://www.instructables.com/id/Metallic-Colorblock-Animals/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJH/NO51/HAM7VRTE/FJHNO51HAM7VRTE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJH/NO51/HAM7VRTE/FJHNO51HAM7VRTE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJH/NO51/HAM7VRTE/FJHNO51HAM7VRTE.SMALL.jpg Meg Allan Cole Everyone has a favorite animal! Create modern shiny ornaments for your own Christmas tree or to give as a holiday gift. These colorblock animals are easy to make and can be made into ornaments or cool figurines.
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Wed, 12 Dec 2012 09:19:48 PST
Quilled Snowflake Ornament http://www.instructables.com/id/Quilled-Snowflake-Ornament/
Quilled Snowflake Ornament - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDB/03ZL/HAGQ74ZS/FDB03ZLHAGQ74ZS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDB/03ZL/HAGQ74ZS/FDB03ZLHAGQ74ZS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDB/03ZL/HAGQ74ZS/FDB03ZLHAGQ74ZS.SMALL.jpg hupchurch Intended for ages 10+ Objective: The goal of this project is to help you create a beautiful yet inexpensive handmade ornament that you will be proud to give as a gift. Time: Allow 2-3 hours so that you or your child don't feel rushed. This can be a tedious process so you may want to do this over t...
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Tue, 11 Dec 2012 19:16:36 PST
Reusable Gift Wrap http://www.instructables.com/id/Reusable-Gift-Wrap/
Reusable Gift Wrap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/QQHW/HAFHLCXG/F8KQQHWHAFHLCXG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/QQHW/HAFHLCXG/F8KQQHWHAFHLCXG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/QQHW/HAFHLCXG/F8KQQHWHAFHLCXG.SMALL.jpg CitizenScientist I have been experimenting with reusable gift wrap for a few years.  I tried sewing cloth bags that I tied closed with ribbons and cutting out rectangles of fabric with pinking shears. But this year I decided to do something a little fancier but still reusable. The nice thing about this technique is ...
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Mon, 10 Dec 2012 17:37:21 PST
Emergency Chocolate Rations - Simple Holiday Gift http://www.instructables.com/id/Emergency-Chocolate-Rations-Simple-Holiday-Gift/
Emergency Chocolate Rations - Simple Holiday Gift - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQP/R7WY/HA4MDCWT/FQPR7WYHA4MDCWT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQP/R7WY/HA4MDCWT/FQPR7WYHA4MDCWT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQP/R7WY/HA4MDCWT/FQPR7WYHA4MDCWT.SMALL.jpg PropPrintables Ever want to give a list of people gifts, but you don't have the time or money to give something meaningful to each person on your list? Or maybe you (like me) know of someone who really really likes chocolate, but uses it all at once and can't use it sparingly?  Here is ONE solution that will get ...
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Fri, 7 Dec 2012 13:24:18 PST
the gift for the person who has everything.....custom ornaments. http://www.instructables.com/id/the-gift-for-the-person-who-has-everythingcus/
the gift for the person who has everything.....custom ornaments. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F51/1JOO/HABDGMYE/F511JOOHABDGMYE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F51/1JOO/HABDGMYE/F511JOOHABDGMYE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F51/1JOO/HABDGMYE/F511JOOHABDGMYE.SMALL.jpg domestic_engineer Not sure what to get so-and-so for x-mas?  You have a friend who really likes sloths, but where the heck are you going to find sloth something? You got heifer international donations for someone, but want to give them more than a card? You want to make someone's x-mas card extra special? Well, h...
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Fri, 7 Dec 2012 12:47:56 PST
Carburetor Ornaments http://www.instructables.com/id/Carburetor-Ornaments/
Carburetor Ornaments - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYN/PFUF/HABDG9AF/FYNPFUFHABDG9AF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYN/PFUF/HABDG9AF/FYNPFUFHABDG9AF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYN/PFUF/HABDG9AF/FYNPFUFHABDG9AF.SMALL.jpg backyardengineer The Carburetor Christmas Ornament is the perfect thing for a tree.  It is a unique piece that I am sure that nobody else on your block has:)  To make this item you have to start with a 2cycle carburetor as anything larger would be kinda heavy for the tree to hold up.   The tools Required are:  Phi...
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Wed, 5 Dec 2012 18:04:47 PST
Christmas Hand Painted Sign http://www.instructables.com/id/Christmas-Hand-Painted-Sign/
Christmas Hand Painted Sign - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFG/JX6Q/HABDGA9Y/FFGJX6QHABDGA9Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFG/JX6Q/HABDGA9Y/FFGJX6QHABDGA9Y.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFG/JX6Q/HABDGA9Y/FFGJX6QHABDGA9Y.SMALL.jpg The Antique Craftsman Hello again, I told you I'd be back. Here's another simple Christmas Decoration for your viewing and crafting pleasure. I wanted to make a Christmas sign, and after browsing around the internet for some inspiration I came across this picture The saying is from, as you know, Home Alone. Me and the w...
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Wed, 5 Dec 2012 17:52:12 PST
Snowflake pattern Gift Wrap http://www.instructables.com/id/Snowflake-pattern-Gift-Wrap/
Snowflake pattern Gift Wrap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4U/YTLY/HA4MKLAW/F4UYTLYHA4MKLAW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4U/YTLY/HA4MKLAW/F4UYTLYHA4MKLAW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4U/YTLY/HA4MKLAW/F4UYTLYHA4MKLAW.SMALL.jpg Susan Cirigliano Making your own gift wrap is fun, easy and fairly inexpensive. The snowflake stamp is made by using an eraser. It just takes time to print the patterns, but, your family and friends will love that you created it for them! supplies you will need erasers, I like to use gum erasers 2"X1"X1" (I buy t...
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Mon, 3 Dec 2012 18:21:03 PST
DIY: Christmas Stocking Holder http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Christmas-Stocking-Holder/
DIY: Christmas Stocking Holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8S/SSFG/HA5M71FV/F8SSSFGHA5M71FV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8S/SSFG/HA5M71FV/F8SSSFGHA5M71FV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8S/SSFG/HA5M71FV/F8SSSFGHA5M71FV.SMALL.jpg The Antique Craftsman Today I'll be making a Christmas Stocking Holder using old drawer knobs. I saw a picture of one of these in the magazine 'The Country Sampler', and knew it was right up our alley. This picture is the finished product. Looks neat huh? Well let's make it! First thing I did was gather up some knobs fo...
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Sat, 1 Dec 2012 17:47:39 PST