http://www.instructables.com Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:38:07 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Keychain-Pocket-Hook/
Keychain Pocket Hook - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAJ/815V/HD4VMJYP/FAJ815VHD4VMJYP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAJ/815V/HD4VMJYP/FAJ815VHD4VMJYP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAJ/815V/HD4VMJYP/FAJ815VHD4VMJYP.SMALL.jpg fostermoody Greetings folks.  This is my first 'ible, but I've read many, so I think I have a handle on how to do it.  Suggestions are welcome! For quite a while now I've been looking for a solution to the problem of my keys bunching up and tangling at the bottom of my pocket.  I've tried carabiners, but those...
By: fostermoody

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 19 Feb 2013 20:51:06 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Turn-Lamp-Into-Speaker-Tower/
Turn Lamp Into Speaker Tower - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ9/V8MA/HH2VJ2TB/FQ9V8MAHH2VJ2TB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ9/V8MA/HH2VJ2TB/FQ9V8MAHH2VJ2TB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ9/V8MA/HH2VJ2TB/FQ9V8MAHH2VJ2TB.SMALL.jpg sbanas I had this old 3 way lamp that I wasn't using and was about to throw it away, so I decided to make it useful. Breaking Down The Parts I used a cheap pair of speakers that someone gave me that already have a auxiliary jack and sat inside a cardboard square. I stripped the speakers down to just the...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 25 May 2013 15:42:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Handmade-100-Natural-Shower-Loofah/
Handmade 100% Natural Shower Loofah - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWF/95S9/HH2VKHNI/FWF95S9HH2VKHNI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWF/95S9/HH2VKHNI/FWF95S9HH2VKHNI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWF/95S9/HH2VKHNI/FWF95S9HH2VKHNI.SMALL.jpg Tarun Upadhyaya Its been a while since I had grown any vegetables in my kitchen garden, the last one I remember was tomatoes. My next door neighbor has a small mango tree in the backyard which has some branches grown beyond their boundaries and falling into my backyard now. As a neighbor we have been sharing lots o...
By: Tarun Upadhyaya

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 31 May 2013 06:17:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Foam-Pump-Mason-Jar-Soap-Dispenser/
Foam Pump Mason Jar Soap Dispenser - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWK/F978/HF243H0Y/FWKF978HF243H0Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWK/F978/HF243H0Y/FWKF978HF243H0Y.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWK/F978/HF243H0Y/FWKF978HF243H0Y.SMALL.jpg OSSC Create your own foam pump mason jar soap dispenser from material that you may already have in your home. Did you know that the foam soap that you buy at the store contains mostly water and that it is actually the pump itself that creates the majority of the foam?  Save yourself some money by diluti...
By: OSSC

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 25 Apr 2013 11:03:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Jar-top-plastic-bag-sealer/
Jar top plastic bag sealer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F99/VC84/HFPTGX3I/F99VC84HFPTGX3I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F99/VC84/HFPTGX3I/F99VC84HFPTGX3I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F99/VC84/HFPTGX3I/F99VC84HFPTGX3I.SMALL.jpg ckw You may have seen bottle tops being used to reseal an opened bag of chips. However, by using the top of a jar instead, you can simply screw the top off to reach in for the contents and screw it bag with no fuss. What you need: - A plastic jar - A hacksaw Saw off jar top Hold the jar firmly and s...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 04:22:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-re-insert-a-thread-into-pants-trousers/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9L/RAP6/HFPTRL7O/F9LRAP6HFPTRL7O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9L/RAP6/HFPTRL7O/F9LRAP6HFPTRL7O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9L/RAP6/HFPTRL7O/F9LRAP6HFPTRL7O.SMALL.jpg hannesgrebin 1) As you see, I simply bought me a flexible metal rod (for fences/gardening) and cutted a short portion of the insolation away. 2) So you can fold a small amount of thread over it and fix it with tape. 3) Then it's pretty easy to re-insert the thread due to the smooth insulation of the rod (green...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 20 Apr 2013 12:50:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Emergency-AC-Adapter-Cord-Fix/
Emergency AC Adapter Cord Fix. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNP/1TT5/HFSHSA04/FNP1TT5HFSHSA04.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNP/1TT5/HFSHSA04/FNP1TT5HFSHSA04.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNP/1TT5/HFSHSA04/FNP1TT5HFSHSA04.SMALL.jpg Mrballeng Ten years ago I was in middle of the Arabian Desert. My company commander came to me with a ruined power cord and asked “can you fix this?” He had tripped over the cord to his lap top; ripping the plug end right off. I said “sure, where’s the plug?” “Gone.” We couldn’t exactly go to Best Buy, so I ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 19 Apr 2013 22:31:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Light-for-Life-3D/
Light for Life: 3D - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDS/BA9H/HFONN9AG/FDSBA9HHFONN9AG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDS/BA9H/HFONN9AG/FDSBA9HHFONN9AG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDS/BA9H/HFONN9AG/FDSBA9HHFONN9AG.SMALL.jpg kempton In 2009 i created and published a jacket called Light for Life. It consisted of an Arduino, a set of LEDs integrated into the buttons,and two pushbuttons to activate them. I really wanted to make more of the buttons, but they were hard to make; requiring a drill, glue, and filing down each LED lens....
By: kempton

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 19 Apr 2013 08:10:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-Instant-Reading-Glasses-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/8UWC/HET0RMVN/F4I8UWCHET0RMVN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/8UWC/HET0RMVN/F4I8UWCHET0RMVN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/8UWC/HET0RMVN/F4I8UWCHET0RMVN.SMALL.jpg mikey77 For those who need glasses to read the small print, here is a simple method. You can use it, in a pinch, when you have left your reading glasses behind. I and many others have independently discovered this technique. It was probably used a thousand years ago. How It Works Pic2 shows how to configu...
By: mikey77

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Mar 2013 14:19:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Get-Free-Stuff/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLH/NYYS/GLTXM4RF/FLHNYYSGLTXM4RF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLH/NYYS/GLTXM4RF/FLHNYYSGLTXM4RF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLH/NYYS/GLTXM4RF/FLHNYYSGLTXM4RF.SMALL.jpg Instructables Guides It turns out that you can get and do a lot of things in this world for free.  "How to Get Free Stuff" shows you how to tap into this secret market!  From free magazines, to free yachts, to a free first class flight upgrade, this is your guide to the sweet life.  So put away your wallet, check out th...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Feb 2009 15:33:05 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/MacGyver-Style-Indestructible-Maple-Sugar-Evaporat/
MacGyver Style Indestructible Maple Sugar Evaporator from Filing Cabinet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO3/PI53/HEI489QT/FO3PI53HEI489QT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO3/PI53/HEI489QT/FO3PI53HEI489QT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO3/PI53/HEI489QT/FO3PI53HEI489QT.SMALL.jpg potatomansoup For the past few years I've been making my own maple syrup, using techniques found here on Instructables, but I've been doing it the old fashioned way over an open fire. It has worked great for years, but this year I have tapped too many trees and therefore had a problem to solve. How can I boil mor...
By: potatomansoup

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Mar 2013 07:50:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tincloth/
Tincloth - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRE/TH7U/HDOVWGU5/FRETH7UHDOVWGU5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRE/TH7U/HDOVWGU5/FRETH7UHDOVWGU5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRE/TH7U/HDOVWGU5/FRETH7UHDOVWGU5.SMALL.jpg donedirtcheap Turning an Instructables apron into an Indestructible apron: Water-proof, flame resistant and easy-clean. Could be it turns a knife too! Ever wonder why some canvas, like the stuff that a Carhart jacket is made of, is so much tougher than, say, a drop cloth?  The secret is 'tincloth,' invented in s...
By: donedirtcheap

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Feb 2013 18:20:39 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Quix-Shower-Curtain-Fix/
Quix Shower Curtain Fix - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDR/CQI9/H3Z31ZRN/FDRCQI9H3Z31ZRN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDR/CQI9/H3Z31ZRN/FDRCQI9H3Z31ZRN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDR/CQI9/H3Z31ZRN/FDRCQI9H3Z31ZRN.SMALL.jpg ezman Introduction Is your shower curtain sagging?  Is your floor sopping wet? Sure you can fix your shower curtain with scotch tape.  But, here is a minimalist suggestion for a quick shower curtain fix.  With only 1 tool and 3-5 minutes of work time, you really can not go wrong.  Tape Method Over time t...
By: ezman

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 25 Feb 2013 07:06:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Butter-Candle-Emergency-Candle-McGyver-St/
Make a Butter Candle - Emergency Candle McGyver Style! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM0/8E7B/HDG4H7BV/FM08E7BHDG4H7BV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM0/8E7B/HDG4H7BV/FM08E7BHDG4H7BV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM0/8E7B/HDG4H7BV/FM08E7BHDG4H7BV.SMALL.jpg The King of Random Most people wouldn't think of butter as a flammable substance, but in this project they are!  We're making emergency candles that burn for hours .. using some toilet paper, and a bit of butter! Find more projects like this at: www.thekingofrandom.com Watch the Video! WARNING: An open flame...
By: The King of Random

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Feb 2013 09:53:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Tablet-airplane-seat-mount/
Tablet airplane seat mount - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/FFD9/HD4VPLI0/F7UFFD9HD4VPLI0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/FFD9/HD4VPLI0/F7UFFD9HD4VPLI0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/FFD9/HD4VPLI0/F7UFFD9HD4VPLI0.SMALL.jpg OrenLederman You probably noticed how uncomfortable it is to watch movies on your tablet during a flight. Placing it on the tiny folding table provides an awkward viewing angle and puts a lot of stress on your neck, which, in my case, leads to headaches. I recently found an elegant solution - Velcro. The seats ...
By: OrenLederman

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Feb 2013 04:54:00 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Shirt-Folding-Board-from-Cardboard-and-Duct-Tape/
Shirt Folding Board from Cardboard and Duct Tape - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG3/0VGF/HCV8NKIZ/FG30VGFHCV8NKIZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG3/0VGF/HCV8NKIZ/FG30VGFHCV8NKIZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG3/0VGF/HCV8NKIZ/FG30VGFHCV8NKIZ.SMALL.jpg DIYHacksAndHowTos If you are like me, you want to spend as little time folding clothes as possible. In retail stores, they speed up the process by using a folding board. A simple hinged board dramatically reduces the time that it takes to fold a shirt while maintaining a perfectly uniform fold. To implement this ...
By: DIYHacksAndHowTos

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Feb 2013 08:23:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Life-Hacks/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGY/HQS7/GHDSNA7I/FGYHQS7GHDSNA7I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGY/HQS7/GHDSNA7I/FGYHQS7GHDSNA7I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGY/HQS7/GHDSNA7I/FGYHQS7GHDSNA7I.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Life Hacks brings you full step-by-step instructions for 28 innovative ways to improve your life. Learn how to refill your water pitcher fillers, your kitchen wet jets, and your mont blanc pen, all while saving hundreds of dollars! All projects come from Instructables.com, are written by expert life...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 Dec 2010 11:54:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Unusual-Uses-for-Ordinary-Things/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/8IBR/GVA8UW9C/FHI8IBRGVA8UW9C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/8IBR/GVA8UW9C/FHI8IBRGVA8UW9C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/8IBR/GVA8UW9C/FHI8IBRGVA8UW9C.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Your house is full of hidden treasures and everyday items with the potential to be so much more. In this collection of 24 Instructables, you will learn unusual ways to use everyday items such as tennis balls, cheap vodka, nail polish, tea bags, coffee grounds, and medicated chest rub. From using the...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 Nov 2011 21:43:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Minimalist-iPhone-Wallet/
Minimalist iPhone Wallet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/MQ47/HBXWRM0P/FO8MQ47HBXWRM0P.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/MQ47/HBXWRM0P/FO8MQ47HBXWRM0P.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/MQ47/HBXWRM0P/FO8MQ47HBXWRM0P.SMALL.jpg FryGuy2086 I am a minimalist. I have a very thin and sleek card holder I use for a wallet, but at times, even that is too much. There are some ok options out there for carrying just the essentials (money clip, etc.), but nothing was quite right. Because I will always have my phone on me, I figured, why not mak...
By: FryGuy2086

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 16 Jan 2013 10:59:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Disposable-Archimedes-Cube/
The Disposable Archimedes Cube - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLO/4PU6/HAUNMZ77/FLO4PU6HAUNMZ77.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLO/4PU6/HAUNMZ77/FLO4PU6HAUNMZ77.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLO/4PU6/HAUNMZ77/FLO4PU6HAUNMZ77.SMALL.jpg Luke White Ice cubes are easy to make! But then they're a pain to get out of the tray, and bump against your upper lip while you're drinking, and make you sad thinking about the Titanic, if it were in the drink.  I wanted to make a new ice cube, one that wouldn't make you weep into your drink for all those lo...
By: Luke White

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 26 Dec 2012 21:02:02 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Ice-Melt-Shaker/
Ice Melt Shaker - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Q/70FS/HAUNMYQI/F6Q70FSHAUNMYQI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Q/70FS/HAUNMYQI/F6Q70FSHAUNMYQI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Q/70FS/HAUNMYQI/F6Q70FSHAUNMYQI.SMALL.jpg Lorddrake I came out of work today and was greeted with freezing rain.  Stopping of at the local supermarket for some ice melting product I was disappointed to find that all the smaller shaker containers of ice melting products were sold out.  All they had left was a big bag of rock salt, so that is what I g...
By: Lorddrake

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 26 Dec 2012 15:12:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/R2D2-Dark-Roast-Edition-20/
R2D2 - Dark Roast Edition - 2.0 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNJ/7HSU/H1JUJSGK/FNJ7HSUH1JUJSGK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNJ/7HSU/H1JUJSGK/FNJ7HSUH1JUJSGK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNJ/7HSU/H1JUJSGK/FNJ7HSUH1JUJSGK.SMALL.jpg iminthebathroom This instructable is finally complete with the now missing steps.  The Dome and torso section coverage were a little sketchy the first time around as one of my SD cards went missing.  It was since found when tearing out some floor molding in the kitchen.  Geez, why do I never look in the obvious pla...
By: iminthebathroom

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 18 Dec 2012 14:03:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Multi-tool-Keys/
Multi-tool Keys - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ8/FMLZ/H9T40TLP/FJ8FMLZH9T40TLP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ8/FMLZ/H9T40TLP/FJ8FMLZH9T40TLP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ8/FMLZ/H9T40TLP/FJ8FMLZH9T40TLP.SMALL.jpg Dapper Hippo Have a couple of keys you use and an old multi-tool lying around? So did I! So I hate a jingling key ring and getting poked by my keys when they get disheveled in my pocket.  I also love things that provide utility and for my preparedness.  This project tackles both problems in a sleek little multi...
By: Dapper Hippo

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 23 Nov 2012 16:11:00 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-envelope-sealing-and-stamp-gluing/
Easy envelope sealing and stamp gluing - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/UET4/H994VTX8/FFNUET4H994VTX8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/UET4/H994VTX8/FFNUET4H994VTX8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/UET4/H994VTX8/FFNUET4H994VTX8.SMALL.jpg uwe In this instructable I show a little tool made from household materials which removes the pain from sealing a huge number envelopes or gluing many stamps on letters. The Problem: 50+ letters to send Recently I had a lot of letters to send and the envelopes had not an adhesive seal. I don't know ...
By: uwe

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Nov 2012 06:06:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Decrystalizing-honey/
Decrystallizing honey - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM4/XQ96/H994XKL0/FM4XQ96H994XKL0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM4/XQ96/H994XKL0/FM4XQ96H994XKL0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM4/XQ96/H994XKL0/FM4XQ96H994XKL0.SMALL.jpg Lorddrake It is very rare that Honey actually goes bad.  The most common affliction facing honey is crystallization.  Picture it .. There is your honey,  minding it's own business.  Nestled snugly in its little plastic bear shaped bottle.  All golden and see through.  Then one day ... *BAM* .. your honey get...
By: Lorddrake

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Nov 2012 19:54:09 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Putty-Peeler/
The Putty Peeler - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/486V/H82U8I36/FZT486VH82U8I36.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/486V/H82U8I36/FZT486VH82U8I36.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/486V/H82U8I36/FZT486VH82U8I36.SMALL.jpg bricobart Never thought that a painter's delta knife would be traduced by 'putty knife' by google and that it turned out to be the right term. Weird sometimes, language! So, all you need this time is this putty knife and a dremel or other speedcutting stuff. To make what? To make a tool to survive in the ga...
By: bricobart

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 13 Oct 2012 22:28:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Rum-Infuse-and-Pressure-Cook-Cigars/
How To Rum Infuse and Pressure-Cook Cigars - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/NZH7/H82U7ROI/FA9NZH7H82U7ROI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/NZH7/H82U7ROI/FA9NZH7H82U7ROI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/NZH7/H82U7ROI/FA9NZH7H82U7ROI.SMALL.jpg TechShopJim Since way back in the late 20th century (1995), I have been pressure-cooking cigars in rum and sharing them with my friends. Everyone loves them, even people who say they don't like cigars, and as a result I now end up having to make large batches of cigars of 50 or more at a time. That's OK because...
By: TechShopJim

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 9 Oct 2012 22:32:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Featured-Author-radiorental/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR1/JE4G/H82U7P4A/FR1JE4GH82U7P4A.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR1/JE4G/H82U7P4A/FR1JE4GH82U7P4A.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR1/JE4G/H82U7P4A/FR1JE4GH82U7P4A.SMALL.jpg jessyratfink   Pauric O'Callaghan, known around the site as radiorental, has been on Instructables since the very beginning! He's posted a fantastic mix of projects. Everything he makes is extremely functional and much of it is beautiful as well. I recently got to ask him a few questions about his previous...
By: jessyratfink

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 9 Oct 2012 16:04:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/5-Minute-Wall-Pencil-Holder/
5-Minute Wall Pencil Holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW8/LJSB/H7UQYL4Z/FW8LJSBH7UQYL4Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW8/LJSB/H7UQYL4Z/FW8LJSBH7UQYL4Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW8/LJSB/H7UQYL4Z/FW8LJSBH7UQYL4Z.SMALL.jpg wild_geese Here's a quick way I came up with to have pencils and pens readily available in different places throughout the house. Materials Rectangular Eraser Xacto Knife Pencil, pen (small diameter works best given the dimensions of standard erasers) Pushpin 3M Foam-backed Removable Adhesive Moun...
By: wild_geese

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 3 Oct 2012 08:59:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/11-Unusual-Uses-for-Diapers/
11 Unusual Uses for Diapers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL3/GU66/H7HY7VPA/FL3GU66H7HY7VPA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL3/GU66/H7HY7VPA/FL3GU66H7HY7VPA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL3/GU66/H7HY7VPA/FL3GU66H7HY7VPA.SMALL.jpg wilgubeast Disposable diapers are a hotly-debated product among infants and toddlers alike. Some object to them on ecological grounds; throwing away all of those poop burritos wrapped in ultra-absorbent tortillas can't be good for The Earth. Others laud them for their easy, no-mess design. Most just appreciate...
By: wilgubeast

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Oct 2012 10:49:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Better-Pringles-Can/
How to Make a Better Pringles Can - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFB/TB39/H7035Z41/FFBTB39H7035Z41.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFB/TB39/H7035Z41/FFBTB39H7035Z41.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFB/TB39/H7035Z41/FFBTB39H7035Z41.SMALL.jpg DIYHacksAndHowTos The Pringles can was a brilliant invention. It helps prevent the chips from breaking and keeps them fresh. But it has one major drawback. Getting chips from the bottom of the can is inconvenient. The can is too narrow for many adult hands and you will usually get your hand covered in the favor pow...
By: DIYHacksAndHowTos

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 13 Sep 2012 16:38:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Prescription-Sunglasses-Under-30/
Prescription Sunglasses. Under 30 pounds! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWE/6UB4/H67NSIC4/FWE6UB4H67NSIC4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWE/6UB4/H67NSIC4/FWE6UB4H67NSIC4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWE/6UB4/H67NSIC4/FWE6UB4H67NSIC4.SMALL.jpg Toms Workshop I wanted to have a pair of wrap-around prescription sunglasses but I couldn't afford to pay hundreds of pounds. If like me you've been wearing glasses for a long time you've probably got several other pairs that you don't use. I decided to cut up my old pair and use the lenses to make a pair of sung...
By: Toms Workshop

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 4 Sep 2012 14:55:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-DIY-transforming-purse-backpack/
Easy DIY transforming purse-backpack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5I/HFNZ/H6MYPP7X/F5IHFNZH6MYPP7X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5I/HFNZ/H6MYPP7X/F5IHFNZH6MYPP7X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5I/HFNZ/H6MYPP7X/F5IHFNZH6MYPP7X.SMALL.jpg PropPrintables If you are anything like me, you're tired of buying stuff and using it for a few months at which point it falls apart and you need to buy a new one. That's the story with me and backpacks. They are all made out of this really easy to tear material which only lasts PART of a semester at best, before ...
By: PropPrintables

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 3 Sep 2012 13:14:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easily-correct-annoying-spray-can-lids/
Easily correct annoying spray can lids - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMV/HEUE/H672SZ4N/FMVHEUEH672SZ4N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMV/HEUE/H672SZ4N/FMVHEUEH672SZ4N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMV/HEUE/H672SZ4N/FMVHEUEH672SZ4N.SMALL.jpg PropPrintables I find some spray can lids to be SUPER frustrating to get off, so I finally broke down and said "How can I fix this?!" Seeing as I don't own any pets and don't have kids, it's not an issue of keeping the lids on for the safety of those who don't know what they are doing with a spray can, so I figur...
By: PropPrintables

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 25 Aug 2012 08:01:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fix-broken-wine-glass-foot/
Fix broken wine glass foot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/K0PQ/H6DWVH2W/F92K0PQH6DWVH2W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/K0PQ/H6DWVH2W/F92K0PQH6DWVH2W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/K0PQ/H6DWVH2W/F92K0PQH6DWVH2W.SMALL.jpg misko13 I just bought a batch of 4 wine glasses and one of them fell and broke its foot. It was a pity to throw it to the bin so I decided to fix it. For that I used Fimo modelling clay that hardens after 30 min in the oven. It's actually become my favourite glass as it has more grip than the other glasses....
By: misko13

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 25 Aug 2012 09:25:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/hooked-toothbrush/
hooked toothbrush - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F23/YIBR/H5Y9VKJ0/F23YIBRH5Y9VKJ0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F23/YIBR/H5Y9VKJ0/F23YIBRH5Y9VKJ0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F23/YIBR/H5Y9VKJ0/F23YIBRH5Y9VKJ0.SMALL.jpg mikeasaurus I like brushing my teeth in the shower but don't like how the toothbrush always slips through my shower caddy and onto the floor, I also sometimes forget where I leave my toothbrush when I move it between the shower and the sink. I wanted a way to leave my toothbrush in the shower, not fall onto the...
By: mikeasaurus

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Aug 2012 20:21:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/SPIKED-RR-LAMP-HANGER/
SPIKED RR LAMP HANGER - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F38/QKGR/H5TU9L0L/F38QKGRH5TU9L0L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F38/QKGR/H5TU9L0L/F38QKGRH5TU9L0L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F38/QKGR/H5TU9L0L/F38QKGRH5TU9L0L.SMALL.jpg iceng This Railroad Spike Hanger is an easy  instructable.. Yes... it has simple welding step a friend can do for you.. And looks cool like a Spike barely touching a beam and then any kind of fun LED lantern makes the illusion perfect. I'm making one more for my friend.. What You Need MATERIALS : An...
By: iceng

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Aug 2012 08:20:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Kitchen-Hacks-Everything-ABOVE-the-Kitchen-Sink/
Kitchen Hacks - Everything ABOVE the Kitchen Sink - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F35/PLKN/H6738KMT/F35PLKNH6738KMT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F35/PLKN/H6738KMT/F35PLKNH6738KMT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F35/PLKN/H6738KMT/F35PLKNH6738KMT.SMALL.jpg TheProcrastibaker My husband and I recently moved into a new house.  While we love most of the house's features, I happen to dislike the amount of counter and storage space available in the kitchen.   We have two small counters on either side of the sink, and several short and shallow shelves on either side of an em...
By: TheProcrastibaker

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 25 Aug 2012 17:50:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Improvised-Pudding-Spoon/
Improvised Pudding Spoon - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQI/6NE5/H5TUCCWF/FQI6NE5H5TUCCWF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQI/6NE5/H5TUCCWF/FQI6NE5H5TUCCWF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQI/6NE5/H5TUCCWF/FQI6NE5H5TUCCWF.SMALL.jpg origamifrisbeedude Ever put a cup of pudding in your lunchbox and forget to bring a spoon? Then you have to awkwardly try to eat it by slurping it straight out of the cup... Well, little did you know, with the help of origami, the pudding cup already comes with one! The same concept can be applied to cups of Jello or ...
By: origamifrisbeedude

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 Aug 2012 14:00:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Opening-a-Coke-or-Beer-with-a-stapler/
Opening a Coke or Beer with a standard Swingline stapler - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/Q3BW/H5W8ABU0/FUQQ3BWH5W8ABU0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/Q3BW/H5W8ABU0/FUQQ3BWH5W8ABU0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/Q3BW/H5W8ABU0/FUQQ3BWH5W8ABU0.SMALL.jpg ivan_stephens I was sitting at my desk working hard. I hear over our shop radio, a familiar sound heard every day at 10:00am. “Taco Lady at the Body shop”.  I went to the back of the shop and bought a Mexican Coke. I walked back to my desk and looked down realizing I didn’t have a bottle opener.  I started lookin...
By: ivan_stephens

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 Aug 2012 09:23:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Knife-Sharpener-Upgrade-for-your-Mug/
Knife Sharpener Upgrade for your Mug - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/M1YT/H5TU9JGQ/FCPM1YTH5TU9JGQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/M1YT/H5TU9JGQ/FCPM1YTH5TU9JGQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/M1YT/H5TU9JGQ/FCPM1YTH5TU9JGQ.SMALL.jpg ben.chapman I recently made a 3D printed device that attaches to a standard ceramic mug and lets you use it to sharpen knives.  It's a fairly well known idea that it is possible to use the ring of unglazed ceramic on the bottom of a coffee mug to sharpen a knife.  Usually this is done by turning the mug up-si...
By: ben.chapman

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 Aug 2012 15:27:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Redneck-DIY/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/2QTV/H5IRV80P/FIJ2QTVH5IRV80P.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/2QTV/H5IRV80P/FIJ2QTVH5IRV80P.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/2QTV/H5IRV80P/FIJ2QTVH5IRV80P.SMALL.jpg SelkeyMoonbeam Jeff Foxworthy defines 'redneck' as "The glorious absence of sophistication". There are more than a few projects on our site which fall into this category. From fixing up thicker wine glasses because the regular ones are "too flimsy" to a moonshine still to a gloriously utilitarian outdoor pool, thi...
By: SelkeyMoonbeam

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 Aug 2012 11:53:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Embroidery-Pattern-Transfers/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ9/YNOO/H5JVOLS5/FZ9YNOOH5JVOLS5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ9/YNOO/H5JVOLS5/FZ9YNOOH5JVOLS5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ9/YNOO/H5JVOLS5/FZ9YNOOH5JVOLS5.SMALL.jpg supersoftdrink Most people don't own the specialized printer used to make the iron-on embroidery transfers sold at many craft stores and online embroidery pattern sites. Sometimes they still want to make an easy transfer for an embroidery pattern that can be given or sold to someone who doesn't feel like tracing ...
By: supersoftdrink

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Aug 2012 23:07:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Crochet-Dog-Harness/
DIY Crochet Dog Harness - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI9/PSFR/H5IRUX95/FI9PSFRH5IRUX95.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI9/PSFR/H5IRUX95/FI9PSFRH5IRUX95.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI9/PSFR/H5IRUX95/FI9PSFRH5IRUX95.SMALL.jpg logic_con I'm going to show you how to make a custom sized, personalized, and nearly indestructible dog harness using para-cord and a crochet hook.  Crochet dog harness Gather materials     Dog (or cat, or, whatever pet you need to put a leash on)     Para-cord / Nylon twine (I'd suggest against cotton, ...
By: logic_con

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Aug 2012 13:15:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Demystified-Vacuum-Forming-2/
Instructables Labs' Vacuum Former (STEP VERSION) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUG/J76U/H4ZN58R1/FUGJ76UH4ZN58R1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUG/J76U/H4ZN58R1/FUGJ76UH4ZN58R1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUG/J76U/H4ZN58R1/FUGJ76UH4ZN58R1.SMALL.jpg SHIFT! Greeting Instructabrarians! So here at Instructables Labs we have several truly impressive machines.  We have several Epilog laser cutters which can cut through most plastic and wood material and etch almost any shape (Including cylindrical objects!).  And we also have a couple of truly astounding,...
By: SHIFT!

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 Jul 2012 11:31:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cracker-Jacks-with-a-surprise-twist/
Cracker Jacks - with a surprise twist! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQZ/WI9L/H4VQRI0P/FQZWI9LH4VQRI0P.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQZ/WI9L/H4VQRI0P/FQZWI9LH4VQRI0P.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQZ/WI9L/H4VQRI0P/FQZWI9LH4VQRI0P.SMALL.jpg kcli In 1893 a sweet caramel and molasses coated popcorn was served at Chicago's first world fair and it's popularity grew quickly.  It wasn't known by it's current name until 1896 when a salesman, tasting the treat for the first time said "That's a cracker jack!"  The name stuck and in 1912 the Cracker ...
By: kcli

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 22 Jul 2012 12:51:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Copycats/ http://cdn.instructables.com/FYW/NN19/H4I7VT6Q/FYWNN19H4I7VT6Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FYW/NN19/H4I7VT6Q/FYWNN19H4I7VT6Q.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FYW/NN19/H4I7VT6Q/FYWNN19H4I7VT6Q.SMALL.jpg SelkeyMoonbeam From designer shoes and lamps to name-brand snacks to a Sugru substitute, Instructables members have a knack for getting inspired and making their own.  This collection of Instructables showcases a range of great re-inventions: copycat instructions for something cool they came across. null null ...
By: SelkeyMoonbeam

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 Jul 2012 17:31:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Copycat-Challenge/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAN/KRF6/H4AGK4Z5/FANKRF6H4AGK4Z5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAN/KRF6/H4AGK4Z5/FANKRF6H4AGK4Z5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAN/KRF6/H4AGK4Z5/FANKRF6H4AGK4Z5.SMALL.jpg SelkeyMoonbeam Copycat Challenge     Thanks to everyone who entered- that was a crazy number of entries! The winners are in, judged by me and two other expert judges. Thanks again for your creative Instructables- I personally perused and appreciated each one, and value your contribution whether or not you...
By: SelkeyMoonbeam

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 12 Jul 2012 15:03:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Staples-Mirror-frame/
Staples Mirror frame - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/91NC/H461XIWF/FBH91NCH461XIWF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/91NC/H461XIWF/FBH91NCH461XIWF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/91NC/H461XIWF/FBH91NCH461XIWF.SMALL.jpg romodoc We had this round Ikea mirror lying around our loft and I decided to make a nice frame for it without spending too much. If you have everything ready, it shoult take you 1 morning to do it.  It looks very nice and it has an "industrial look to it, Some indirect lighting will make a shadow that looks...
By: romodoc

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Jul 2012 17:08:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Mirror-Checklist/
Make a Mirror Checklist - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWE/BSK2/H2WEOHIW/FWEBSK2H2WEOHIW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWE/BSK2/H2WEOHIW/FWEBSK2H2WEOHIW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWE/BSK2/H2WEOHIW/FWEBSK2H2WEOHIW.SMALL.jpg hvalross Every day before I leave for work, I quickly check my mirror to see if I did something dumb like miss a spot shaving or forget to put on pants. As someone who also has a tendency to forget my keys, wallet, phone, etc., I wanted to create a small set of reminders for myself to avoid making the mistak...
By: hvalross

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