http://www.instructables.com Mon, 28 May 2012 12:50:21 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Life-Hacks/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGY/HQS7/GHDSNA7I/FGYHQS7GHDSNA7I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGY/HQS7/GHDSNA7I/FGYHQS7GHDSNA7I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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 03:54:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/secret-postcard-decoder/
secret postcard decoder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1P/0CKA/H1YOHEPR/F1P0CKAH1YOHEPR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1P/0CKA/H1YOHEPR/F1P0CKAH1YOHEPR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1P/0CKA/H1YOHEPR/F1P0CKAH1YOHEPR.SMALL.jpg mikeasaurus Ciphers are a secret or disguised way of writing. Ciphers and codes have been around a very long time and have seen endless variations and iterations in order to confuse those who aren't meant to read its contents. In recent times we use computers to come up with complex algorithms in order to encod...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 May 2012 13:33:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-sneak-booze-into-the-Kentucky-Derby-or-a-c/
How to sneak booze into the Kentucky Derby (or a concert) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKS/EKV8/H2CE6OY2/FKSEKV8H2CE6OY2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKS/EKV8/H2CE6OY2/FKSEKV8H2CE6OY2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKS/EKV8/H2CE6OY2/FKSEKV8H2CE6OY2.SMALL.jpg Gunner_sc Buying drinks at huge outdoor concerts, or the Kentucky Derby, can get expensive. You'll be there all day, and at $8 a drink... well they might as well be using a gun. So why not sneak in your own supply of delicious whiskey, vodka, mixed drinks, wine or... whatever else you want?* This is how you ...
By: Gunner_sc

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 May 2012 11:50:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Ladder-Easier-to-Move/
Make a Ladder Easier to Move - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/7Z1V/H1YOJ03G/FAW7Z1VH1YOJ03G.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/7Z1V/H1YOJ03G/FAW7Z1VH1YOJ03G.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/7Z1V/H1YOJ03G/FAW7Z1VH1YOJ03G.SMALL.jpg Phil B I added a wheel truck to a 15 foot extension ladder so one person can move it easily with one hand to the place where it will be used. Materials Two 6 inch lawnmower wheels 3/8 inch concrete reinforcement bar 6 hex head bolts 1/2 inch x 2 1/2 inches with hex nuts 2 cotter keys 1 1/...
By: Phil B

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 May 2012 10:26:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Carabiner-Keychain-Mod-Stop-dropping-your-keys/
Carabiner Keychain Mod: Stop dropping your keys - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFF/XNRV/H267L4MD/FFFXNRVH267L4MD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFF/XNRV/H267L4MD/FFFXNRVH267L4MD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFF/XNRV/H267L4MD/FFFXNRVH267L4MD.SMALL.jpg elplatt I used to keep my keys on a standard carabiner, which I could clip to my belt loop.  Most of the time, that worked fine.  But every so often, when I unclipped the carabiner from my belt loop, one of the key rings would slip off without me noticing.  I had spare keys, so such events were really just ...
By: elplatt

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 May 2012 20:18:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/R2D2-Dark-Roast-Edition/
R2D2 - Dark Roast Edition - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNJ/7HSU/H1JUJSGK/FNJ7HSUH1JUJSGK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNJ/7HSU/H1JUJSGK/FNJ7HSUH1JUJSGK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNJ/7HSU/H1JUJSGK/FNJ7HSUH1JUJSGK.SMALL.jpg iminthebathroom Star Wars, Love it or hate it.   One thing you can’t deny is the universal love and identification of one of its side characters R2D2, the little astromech droid who could.   Only now, he even better… cause he makes me coffee.  Of course anyone who makes me coffee goes up a few notches, so why not h...
By: iminthebathroom

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 May 2012 03:06:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Unusual-Uses-for-Ordinary-Things/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/8IBR/GVA8UW9C/FHI8IBRGVA8UW9C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/8IBR/GVA8UW9C/FHI8IBRGVA8UW9C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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/Quick-Cheap-Easy-fix-for-frayed-laces-Broken-/
Quick, Cheap & Easy fix for frayed laces / Broken aglets - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/FEZB/H1JUE86W/FU0FEZBH1JUE86W.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/FEZB/H1JUE86W/FU0FEZBH1JUE86W.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/FEZB/H1JUE86W/FU0FEZBH1JUE86W.SMALL.jpg lllshreelll OK, there are probably more than 10 different ways to repair frayed laces due to wear and tear.  This is just another way. In my opinion most simplest & quickest method that I could think of using minimal requirements. Just two actually. (well If you skip the glue, just one.) So you need 1. Thread...
By: lllshreelll

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:34:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Clean-Your-Hands-with-Dirt/
Clean Your Hands with Dirt! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX2/C8VK/H1LWPS37/FX2C8VKH1LWPS37.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX2/C8VK/H1LWPS37/FX2C8VKH1LWPS37.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX2/C8VK/H1LWPS37/FX2C8VKH1LWPS37.SMALL.jpg benthekahn We've all gotten those greasy, grimy hands. No matter how much water and soap you put onto them, and how long you scrub, the grease just doesn't leave. Fortunately, nature has provided a solution, and it's everywhere! Like Gojo, but free and everywhere. What you'll need: 1. Greasy hands 2. Wate...
By: benthekahn

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 May 2012 21:06:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sugru-Shoe-Repair/
Sugru Shoe Repair - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWL/4I8D/GZ0JICWL/FWL4I8DGZ0JICWL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWL/4I8D/GZ0JICWL/FWL4I8DGZ0JICWL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWL/4I8D/GZ0JICWL/FWL4I8DGZ0JICWL.SMALL.jpg Grissini I can't bare the idea of throwing away these shoes and buying new shoes to ruin at work.  Enter Sugru.  My job is physically demanding and torturous to shoes.  I needed something real sturdy but also soft-It's my precious feet we're talking about here.  This took a few days because I let the layers ...
By: Grissini

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 26 Feb 2012 19:42:43 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Fab-Lab-with-only-410/
How to make a Fab Lab with only $4.10 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1K/KDAA/H1EMHRYJ/F1KKDAAH1EMHRYJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1K/KDAA/H1EMHRYJ/F1KKDAAH1EMHRYJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1K/KDAA/H1EMHRYJ/F1KKDAAH1EMHRYJ.SMALL.jpg Samuel Bernier Almost a year ago, I had an idea for project RE_ which was going to need a lot of 3D printing. Unfortunatly, I didn't have access to a 3D printer. I'm in a design school and we don't even have access to a 3D printer!? We have one, yes, but it is locked in a basement and can only be used my master st...
By: Samuel Bernier

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 24 Apr 2012 07:25:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Worlds-easiest-silicone-mold/
World's easiest silicone mold. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/YUV3/H1DRXTZS/FRHYUV3H1DRXTZS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/YUV3/H1DRXTZS/FRHYUV3H1DRXTZS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/YUV3/H1DRXTZS/FRHYUV3H1DRXTZS.SMALL.jpg audreyobscura Yep. That's right. I am about to change your mold-making technique forever. This simple way of silicone mold-making will have you wanting to make casts of all your trinkets and toys. You will need: water blue dish-soap (any brand seems to work) silicone caulking (do not buy quick set s...
By: audreyobscura

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 23 Apr 2012 19:48:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Get-Free-Stuff/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLH/NYYS/GLTXM4RF/FLHNYYSGLTXM4RF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLH/NYYS/GLTXM4RF/FLHNYYSGLTXM4RF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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/Predict-weather-with-a-cup-of-coffee/
Predict weather with a cup of coffee - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/D37V/FYTCGVDP/F9RD37VFYTCGVDP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/D37V/FYTCGVDP/F9RD37VFYTCGVDP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/D37V/FYTCGVDP/F9RD37VFYTCGVDP.SMALL.jpg stickmop I learned this trick reading Backpacker Magazine years ago while waiting for an air taxi flight into the Nahanni River. It really works. Make a cup of coffee. I like to add cream and sugar since it makes the bubbles easier to see but black coffee is fine. Hot tea or hot cocoa will work too. Wat...
By: stickmop

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 25 Aug 2009 18:23:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wire-Zipper-Slider-Handle/
Wire Zipper Slider Handle! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK6/JHUG/GXUZMS6S/FK6JHUGGXUZMS6S.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK6/JHUG/GXUZMS6S/FK6JHUGGXUZMS6S.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK6/JHUG/GXUZMS6S/FK6JHUGGXUZMS6S.SMALL.jpg alpe_97 Have you ever had a zipper without the slide on it? It is just very hard to unzip and zip up the zipper. So here is a very cheap replacement that electronic hobbyists will like. It involves a telephone clip that connects two wires together when you insert two wires and push the button down. ...
By: alpe_97

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:18:55 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Clean-a-Penny-with-Hot-Sauce/
How to Clean a Penny with Hot Sauce - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIY/Y7GU/GXUYTQCN/FIYY7GUGXUYTQCN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIY/Y7GU/GXUYTQCN/FIYY7GUGXUYTQCN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIY/Y7GU/GXUYTQCN/FIYY7GUGXUYTQCN.SMALL.jpg sherrycayheyhey I love sauce (some people call me the "Saws Baws") but for some reason my mouth can not handle the heat of hot sauce. Something happens when hot sauce hits my tastebuds that sends my mouth into a frenzy, gives me a cold sweat, and makes me want to rage out like The Hulk. That is why I don't eat it. ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:42:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Gourmet-Dishwasher-Fish-and-Rice-Dinner/
Gourmet Dishwasher Fish and Rice Dinner - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F39/R4T1/GX6DLRFG/F39R4T1GX6DLRFG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F39/R4T1/GX6DLRFG/F39R4T1GX6DLRFG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F39/R4T1/GX6DLRFG/F39R4T1GX6DLRFG.SMALL.jpg FlatLinerMEDIC If you dont know how to cook or looking for other ways to play with your food cooking with the dishwasher is your answer! Adding soap will mess up your recipe thats the only way to ruin your meal. You really cant over cook and undercooking just means running the dishwasher longer while you enjoy wat...
By: FlatLinerMEDIC

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 8 Jan 2012 13:50:01 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Successfully-Hide-a-Gift/
How to (Successfully) Hide a Gift! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZO/28TO/GWKKLV3X/FZO28TOGWKKLV3X.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZO/28TO/GWKKLV3X/FZO28TOGWKKLV3X.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZO/28TO/GWKKLV3X/FZO28TOGWKKLV3X.SMALL.gif shadowfeet Of course there isn't anything wrong or un-special about just wrapping a gift and giving it, but a great way to have a person remember and really enjoy receiving their gift,  is to hide it, and  force the unsuspecting givee to go on a treasure hunt for it!  This is of course a little easier said the...
By: shadowfeet

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Dec 2011 11:45:24 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/THE-COMPLETE-RADICAL-SNUGGIE-OCCUPY-quite-WARM-/
THE COMPLETE RADICAL SNUGGIE: OCCUPY (quite) WARM and (kinda) DRY! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/5TFF/GV2UVE6U/F755TFFGV2UVE6U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/5TFF/GV2UVE6U/F755TFFGV2UVE6U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/5TFF/GV2UVE6U/F755TFFGV2UVE6U.SMALL.jpg buildtheoccupation “The whole world is watching, so dress for it!” The Radical Snuggie is a DIY Winter-Resistant Protest Garment. Between raids and rain, many occupiers are struggling with improvised winterization. Why cover yourself in a garbage bag when you could model an eye-catching Radical Snuggie made with tea...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 1 Dec 2011 20:39:39 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Gifts-For-Guys/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQP/MCKA/GVIYN6U9/FQPMCKAGVIYN6U9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQP/MCKA/GVIYN6U9/FQPMCKAGVIYN6U9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQP/MCKA/GVIYN6U9/FQPMCKAGVIYN6U9.SMALL.jpg shortone Guys are tough to figure out gifts for. It's pretty much a fact of life.  Since I'm not a pro user, I can't make a gift guide, but I'm sneaky enough to still make a guide to gifts for guys! Hope you enjoy, if you have recommendations post them in the comments and I just might add them ;)  First up...
By: shortone

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 28 Nov 2011 18:28:13 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Spice-Grinder-Hack/
Spice Grinder Hack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF2/2B8S/GVA8UU3R/FF22B8SGVA8UU3R.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF2/2B8S/GVA8UU3R/FF22B8SGVA8UU3R.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF2/2B8S/GVA8UU3R/FF22B8SGVA8UU3R.SMALL.jpg GrassHopperJonez This was an idea I came up with one night while making dinner. Well, part 2 of an idea. The first one was easy. Just pop the top off after you have used up/emptied out all the spices (in this case rainbow peppercorns) and add your own mix of spices. - later found here. My wife and I like oregano, ro...
By: GrassHopperJonez

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 Nov 2011 09:22:10 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Reusable-baby-wipes-from-recycled-t-shirts/
Reusable baby wipes from recycled t-shirts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4O/6DAA/GV0KKZH0/F4O6DAAGV0KKZH0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4O/6DAA/GV0KKZH0/F4O6DAAGV0KKZH0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4O/6DAA/GV0KKZH0/F4O6DAAGV0KKZH0.SMALL.jpg PixyMcCrafty Are you trying to be a little greener and reduce your waste, looking for a chemical free baby wipe for your little ones sensitive bottom, or just looking to save money? This is a very easy solution, with no sewing using materials you probably have in your house. You will need: Old cotton t-shirts ...
By: PixyMcCrafty

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Nov 2011 20:24:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Hack-your-spinbrush-for-more-power/
Hack your spinbrush for more (battery free) power - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F29/S9DA/GV0KKE9D/F29S9DAGV0KKE9D.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F29/S9DA/GV0KKE9D/F29S9DAGV0KKE9D.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F29/S9DA/GV0KKE9D/F29S9DAGV0KKE9D.SMALL.jpg Spaceman Spiff This ible (instructable) will not show you how to hack something into a useless item that's only nice to look at, it won't show you how to make an overcomplicated gadget, it will not take you months to accomplish, and this ible will not cost you your firstborn to make.  If you are looking for any of...
By: Spaceman Spiff

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 Nov 2011 19:08:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Catbox-Ventilation-System-Single-Hung-Window-Ver/
Odorless Cat Litter Box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVA/URGU/GTJ1XI0Q/FVAURGUGTJ1XI0Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVA/URGU/GTJ1XI0Q/FVAURGUGTJ1XI0Q.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVA/URGU/GTJ1XI0Q/FVAURGUGTJ1XI0Q.SMALL.jpg astilly Cat litter boxes stink to high heaven. Worse, many cat owners gradually acclimate to the odor, creating an awkward situation for house guests. If you are a cat owner, this DIY catbox ventilation system will dramatically improve the quality of your life, restore your fraying friendships, and amuse gu...
By: astilly

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Oct 2011 13:14:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/8-Unusual-Uses-for-Barf-Bags/
8 Unusual Uses for Barf Bags - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJJ/Z882/GVHH29AX/FJJZ882GVHH29AX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJJ/Z882/GVHH29AX/FJJZ882GVHH29AX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJJ/Z882/GVHH29AX/FJJZ882GVHH29AX.SMALL.jpg wilgubeast Worshiping at the porcelain altar. Shouting groceries. Shouting for Hugh. Calling Ralph on the big white telephone. Barf. Blow. Blow chunks. Hurl. Hork. Regurgitate. Lose lunch. Toilet tango. Spew. Puke. Gastrointestinal pyrotechnics. Upchuck. Yak. Airsickness. Carsickness. Seasickness. Whatever yo...
By: wilgubeast

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 22 Sep 2011 17:25:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pocket-Sized-Everyday-Necessities-Kit/
Pocket Sized (Everyday Necessities Kit) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYR/620G/GSRO5YHA/FYR620GGSRO5YHA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYR/620G/GSRO5YHA/FYR620GGSRO5YHA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYR/620G/GSRO5YHA/FYR620GGSRO5YHA.SMALL.jpg iwojima1397 This Instructable is for an everyday day necessities kit. I chose to make this because there are so many things to do during the day, so little time and usually we all forget something. This kit will change your day and make life a whole lot easier. Say you forgot to floss, or you forgot to bring li...
By: iwojima1397

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 20 Sep 2011 17:26:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/10-Unusual-Uses-for-Butter/
10 Unusual Uses for Butter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCI/A91R/GVIYJS9F/FCIA91RGVIYJS9F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCI/A91R/GVIYJS9F/FCIA91RGVIYJS9F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCI/A91R/GVIYJS9F/FCIA91RGVIYJS9F.SMALL.jpg kazmataz Not only can you smear butter on your food, but it has some great uses around your home. This just goes to show that butter goes well with everything. So grab that stick, and let's go make Paula Deen proud! De-Sticks The natural oils in butter are perfect for combating any and everything sticky...
By: kazmataz

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 20 Sep 2011 11:10:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Practical-Origami-instant-handles-for-paper-bags/
Practical Origami: instant handles for paper bags - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLP/1UVG/GSOEMZBN/FLP1UVGGSOEMZBN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLP/1UVG/GSOEMZBN/FLP1UVGGSOEMZBN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLP/1UVG/GSOEMZBN/FLP1UVGGSOEMZBN.SMALL.jpg Berkana Here's a bit of practical origami for folding a little handle for a take-out bag. I reverse-engineered this from a neat trick done by a waiter at a Chinese restaurant. Fold #1: right triangle This first fold is easy. Fold the upper portion so that you have a 45 degree fold. The image shows the ...
By: Berkana

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Sep 2011 22:45:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/15-Unusual-Uses-for-Cheap-Vodka/
15 Unusual Uses for Cheap Vodka - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8V/0K5C/GVA8VJ0Z/F8V0K5CGVA8VJ0Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8V/0K5C/GVA8VJ0Z/F8V0K5CGVA8VJ0Z.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8V/0K5C/GVA8VJ0Z/F8V0K5CGVA8VJ0Z.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Contrary to popular belief, cheap vodka is not only for boozehounds and college freshmen. There are many legitimate ways to use vodka that go beyond mere consumption: cleaning, baking, deodorizing, and even drinking (with a few tweaks for flavor.) Inexpensive vodka makes an excellent replacement fo...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Sep 2011 17:35:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/unusual-uses-for-moustaches/
10 unusual uses for moustaches - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCJ/326F/GVA8VJ12/FCJ326FGVA8VJ12.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCJ/326F/GVA8VJ12/FCJ326FGVA8VJ12.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCJ/326F/GVA8VJ12/FCJ326FGVA8VJ12.SMALL.jpg mikeasaurus Moustaches (mustaches sp.) are wonderful things, they can be groomed, grown wild or printed to novelty-size and applied in suspicious places. Many famous men (and some women) from history have owed their notoriety to their unmistakable moustaches, I wanted to join the ranks of these prestigious mous...
By: mikeasaurus

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Sep 2011 10:12:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/13-Unusual-Uses-for-a-Hair-Dryer/
13 Unusual Uses for a Hair Dryer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS1/98VO/GVHH29C4/FS198VOGVHH29C4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS1/98VO/GVHH29C4/FS198VOGVHH29C4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS1/98VO/GVHH29C4/FS198VOGVHH29C4.SMALL.jpg Carleyy OHHHH the unusual things you can do with your house hold gadgets!!!  I've thoroughly research all the strange weird uses for your blow dryer. Yes that's correct: BLOW DRYER.  Fitting your glasses to your head and adding a glaze to your cake frosting are just some of the unusual uses I discovered. Y...
By: Carleyy

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 7 Sep 2011 18:10:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/10-Unusual-Uses-for-Tennis-Balls/
10 Unusual Uses for Tennis Balls - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO4/5DRA/GVIYJS9H/FO45DRAGVIYJS9H.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO4/5DRA/GVIYJS9H/FO45DRAGVIYJS9H.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO4/5DRA/GVIYJS9H/FO45DRAGVIYJS9H.SMALL.jpg wilgubeast Tennis balls are ubiquitous and inexpensive. They're great for tennis... for a little while. Then they lose that carefree, Tigger-like bounciness and become dog toys.* But what if you don't have a dog? What can you do with some tennis balls? Laundry? Yeah, tennis balls. Household cleaning? ...
By: wilgubeast

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Sep 2011 17:47:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Broken-Plastic-Buckle-on-a-Nylon-Strap/
Broken Plastic Buckle on a Nylon Strap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/SOLM/GS3BBB4J/FTXSOLMGS3BBB4J.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/SOLM/GS3BBB4J/FTXSOLMGS3BBB4J.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/SOLM/GS3BBB4J/FTXSOLMGS3BBB4J.SMALL.jpg Phil B I use a backpack when I commute to meetings on my bicycle. A few days ago I stooped down to pick up something and the extra stress on the backpack straps caused the plastic ladder lock buckle to snap. The rest of the backpack is in good condition. Backpacks are only one item that uses nylon straps w...
By: Phil B

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 2 Sep 2011 14:09:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/5-Second-Build-Concentrated-Wind-Tunnel/
5 Second Build Concentrated Wind Tunnel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAP/ZBBE/GRFN20HJ/FAPZBBEGRFN20HJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAP/ZBBE/GRFN20HJ/FAPZBBEGRFN20HJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAP/ZBBE/GRFN20HJ/FAPZBBEGRFN20HJ.SMALL.jpg LifeWarrior Whenever you get to hot and need a quick cool down and the air conditioner just doesn't seem to be cutting it, there is a technique that I use to make a quick concentrated cool down. A fan works, but most of us know unless your standing right in front of it it really doesn't do much to cool down qui...
By: LifeWarrior

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 20 Aug 2011 21:33:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/RJ-45-key-chain-and-rack/
RJ-45 key chain and rack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/PH0Q/GR9VOJGK/F8PPH0QGR9VOJGK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/PH0Q/GR9VOJGK/F8PPH0QGR9VOJGK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/PH0Q/GR9VOJGK/F8PPH0QGR9VOJGK.SMALL.jpg harari This Instructable will show you how to make a cool colorful key chain and a rack for storing those key chains out of RJ-45 jacks and plugs. Materials there are two parts to this instructable. the first part is the key chain, in order to make the key chain you will need the following: tools: 1. ...
By: harari

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 18 Aug 2011 11:22:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bottle-Opener-Key/
Bottle Opener Key - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCV/YWSD/GREQ3Z9I/FCVYWSDGREQ3Z9I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCV/YWSD/GREQ3Z9I/FCVYWSDGREQ3Z9I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCV/YWSD/GREQ3Z9I/FCVYWSDGREQ3Z9I.SMALL.jpg wilgubeast Whenever I stand up from a seated position, my first instinct is to perform a sort of signum crucis* to check for my wallet, keys, and phone. I can generally do anything with those supplies. Except open a frosty, bottled beverage that does not have a twist-off cap. I can open a bottle with a lighter...
By: wilgubeast

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 17 Aug 2011 09:33:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Lattice-Lacing/
Lattice Lacing - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9S/I1V9/G0AMJQDU/F9SI1V9G0AMJQDU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9S/I1V9/G0AMJQDU/F9SI1V9G0AMJQDU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9S/I1V9/G0AMJQDU/F9SI1V9G0AMJQDU.SMALL.jpg J@50n This is a tutorial on how to Lattice Lace your shoes from  www.fieggen.com/shoelace/index.htm What you need . String Put the laces evenly under both eyelets. String take the string in the last eyelet on the right and put it in the forth on the left. String Put that same string under to...
By: J@50n

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Oct 2009 09:31:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Magnetic-Collar-Stays/
Magnetic Collar Stays - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA7/693I/GQYG5SSG/FA7693IGQYG5SSG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA7/693I/GQYG5SSG/FA7693IGQYG5SSG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA7/693I/GQYG5SSG/FA7693IGQYG5SSG.SMALL.jpg instructablesar Button-down shirts are great and versatile.  However, if you are not wearing a tie and there are no buttons on the collars, you can often look like you are going to fly away with airplane wings around your neck.  This is a simple, inexpensive and quick way to use magnets to create collar stays tha...
By: instructablesar

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 6 Aug 2011 08:17:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-NOT-to-Design-Chairs/
How NOT to: Design Chairs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ8/W6QW/GQYG5S62/FZ8W6QWGQYG5S62.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ8/W6QW/GQYG5S62/FZ8W6QWGQYG5S62.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ8/W6QW/GQYG5S62/FZ8W6QWGQYG5S62.SMALL.jpg ldezem Following this simple tutorial even you can learn how NOT to design chair. This tutorial is especially handy for designers but might profe useful for other crafty people out there too. If you are impatient you can skip browsing and simply enjoy this video tutorial: &nb...
By: ldezem

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 6 Aug 2011 04:44:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Handheld-Air-Conditioner-Unit/
Handheld Air Conditioner Unit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVO/9PKS/GQO92K0C/FVO9PKSGQO92K0C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVO/9PKS/GQO92K0C/FVO9PKSGQO92K0C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVO/9PKS/GQO92K0C/FVO9PKSGQO92K0C.SMALL.jpg SHIFT! Jambo Instructabrarians! Picture this: It's 87 degrees and scorching outside, you desperately want a Slurpee, but the nearest 7-11establishment is about about 5 blocks down. You could go out for a walk, but the heat is so intense you don't think you can make it there and back. You might be able to ...
By: SHIFT!

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Jul 2011 23:58:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Folding-Stand-Up-Desk-yet-another/
Folding Stand Up Desk (yet another) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTR/D33G/GQBCIMV7/FTRD33GGQBCIMV7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTR/D33G/GQBCIMV7/FTRD33GGQBCIMV7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTR/D33G/GQBCIMV7/FTRD33GGQBCIMV7.SMALL.jpg Phil B I decided to test using a stand up desk, and found I like it. So, I decided to make one from some 12 inch wide scrap particle board shelving.  About 40 years ago I read that William Proxmire, US Senator from Wisconsin, had a desk built for him that allowed him to stand while working. After commenti...
By: Phil B

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 22 Jul 2011 14:19:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/5-Cheap-as-Free-things-to-make-from-old-comics/
5 Cheap-as-Free things to make from old comics - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Q/J5UY/GP7IFMCX/F5QJ5UYGP7IFMCX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Q/J5UY/GP7IFMCX/F5QJ5UYGP7IFMCX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Q/J5UY/GP7IFMCX/F5QJ5UYGP7IFMCX.SMALL.jpg tbarklay Comics are a great story telling medium. I've been collecting comics for many years, and I have a bunch of unwanted comics and old comics doubles that aren't worth much. What do I do with them? If they're in good condition, I'll give them away to kids. otherwise, there are a bunch of cool inexpensiv...
By: tbarklay

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:30:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hammer-a-Nail-Safely-with-Cardboard/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAK/IIL0/GP7IFWYL/FAKIIL0GP7IFWYL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAK/IIL0/GP7IFWYL/FAKIIL0GP7IFWYL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAK/IIL0/GP7IFWYL/FAKIIL0GP7IFWYL.SMALL.jpg kazmataz Not so handy with a hammer? Use a piece of cardboard to hold the nail instead.
By: kazmataz

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 30 Jun 2011 16:25:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Glueless-New-Mattic-Transport-Concept/
"New-Mattic" Vacuum Transport System [Glueless] - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG0/YCYN/GP7IMWNX/FG0YCYNGP7IMWNX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG0/YCYN/GP7IMWNX/FG0YCYNGP7IMWNX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG0/YCYN/GP7IMWNX/FG0YCYNGP7IMWNX.SMALL.gif SHIFT! Hi Insructabrarians,   Are you too hot and tired to move that cereal from your downstairs kitchen to your upstairs bedroom and wish there was an easier way?  Wish you had a faster method to transport your keys across your house?  Are you that lazy? I know I am! Last month at Instructables Laborator...
By: SHIFT!

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 22 Jun 2011 14:15:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Classy-wood-case-for-Bic-lighter/
Classy wood case for Bic lighter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F38/FFDU/GNBEVZV1/F38FFDUGNBEVZV1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F38/FFDU/GNBEVZV1/F38FFDUGNBEVZV1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F38/FFDU/GNBEVZV1/F38FFDUGNBEVZV1.SMALL.jpg woz.artur Cheap and reasonably easy way to add some warmth to your lighter! Wood veneer is great and light yet resistant structures can be made with it. Since I wanted a 'classic' twist to my Bic, the wood veneer turned out to be the obvious choice. I like the look minimal, hence I limited the finish to a si...
By: woz.artur

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 Jun 2011 17:09:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/beach-party-in-a-bag/
beach party in a bag - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRK/2SY1/GOW49MPT/FRK2SY1GOW49MPT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRK/2SY1/GOW49MPT/FRK2SY1GOW49MPT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRK/2SY1/GOW49MPT/FRK2SY1GOW49MPT.SMALL.jpg mikeasaurus It's summer, time to get outside! Did you remember to pack all the stuff you need for a fun time at the park; like the beach mats, toys and other things to keep you and your kids entertained? Don't worry, I got you covered. This portable activity bag unzips to lie flat, has built in beach mats that...
By: mikeasaurus

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Jun 2011 11:47:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-sleep-less-but-not-feel-sleepless/
How to sleep less but not feel sleepless - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8N/KW21/G145SW0C/F8NKW21G145SW0C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8N/KW21/G145SW0C/F8NKW21G145SW0C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8N/KW21/G145SW0C/F8NKW21G145SW0C.SMALL.jpg malka1 After much research and using myself as a guinea pig, I'm able to share my findings on how to sleep less, much less.What do you need:To realize how much time of your life you spend sleepingTo realize what can you do with 3 more hours a dayTo realize that what you need is more energy, not more sleep ...
By: malka1

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:25:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fix-your-velcro-sandals-to-handle-wide-feet/
Fix your velcro sandals to handle wide feet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSW/3VNY/GOL8AZOL/FSW3VNYGOL8AZOL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSW/3VNY/GOL8AZOL/FSW3VNYGOL8AZOL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSW/3VNY/GOL8AZOL/FSW3VNYGOL8AZOL.SMALL.jpg exabopper I have feet which are wider than average, and like most wide-foot sufferers, I have learned to live with it.  When buying footwear, I get it a size or two larger than normal, and just ignore the huge gap between the tips of my toes and the tips of the shoes.  With sandals, however, having a huge gap...
By: exabopper

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Jun 2011 19:18:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Ninjas-Umbrella/
The Ninja's Umbrella - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEK/VG51/GHX7NJB5/FEKVG51GHX7NJB5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEK/VG51/GHX7NJB5/FEKVG51GHX7NJB5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEK/VG51/GHX7NJB5/FEKVG51GHX7NJB5.SMALL.jpg ANDY! Ever wanted to show off your inner ninja without being arrested for carrying a scary katana or wakizashi? Now you can with this awesome umbrella! What you need Material list: -One piece of wood (appx 1*0.5*7inches) -A few feet of black nylon webbing or similar material -An umbrella -Glue  Tools...
By: ANDY!

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Dec 2010 19:22:36 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Thirty-Unusual-Uses-for-Aluminum-Foil/
Thirty Unusual Uses for Aluminum Foil - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGS/U8XU/GVIYJS8S/FGSU8XUGVIYJS8S.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGS/U8XU/GVIYJS8S/FGSU8XUGVIYJS8S.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGS/U8XU/GVIYJS8S/FGSU8XUGVIYJS8S.SMALL.jpg wilgubeast I love aluminum foil. It's recyclable, it's shiny, and it is super versatile. It can be used to clean, catch, protect, frighten, scrub, lift, soften, shape, grow, fix, sharpen, steam, attach, boost, and polish. We'll get into the specifics in just a moment, but first I would like to share a quick ha...
By: wilgubeast

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