Instructables: exploring - living - life-hacks - easy http://www.instructables.com Wed, 22 May 2013 01:27:55 PDT BLOX v1.01 The Simplest Journal Pen Holder http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Simplest-Journal-Pen-Holder/
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Mon, 29 Apr 2013 16:26:14 PDT
DIY PVC Tripod http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-PVC-Tripod/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKH/ZTLE/HCRVRDUN/FKHZTLEHCRVRDUN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKH/ZTLE/HCRVRDUN/FKHZTLEHCRVRDUN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKH/ZTLE/HCRVRDUN/FKHZTLEHCRVRDUN.SMALL.jpg wajahat_911 Things that you will be needing: 1. 1"       pvc pipe                X        2.5ft 2. 1/2"    pvc pipe                X        5ft 3. 1"       pvc cap                  X        1 4. 1/2"    pvc cap                  X        5 5. 1/2"    pvc cross T           X        1 6.  small nuts & bolts      ...
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Tue, 5 Feb 2013 20:34:59 PST
Easy Read Labels for Drugs http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Read-Labels-for-Drugs/
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Fri, 21 Dec 2012 13:01:14 PST
Easy Jobsite Cookin' http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Jobsite-Cookin/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV3/6SXP/HAUNLYXG/FV36SXPHAUNLYXG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV3/6SXP/HAUNLYXG/FV36SXPHAUNLYXG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV3/6SXP/HAUNLYXG/FV36SXPHAUNLYXG.SMALL.jpg Toga_Dan I suppose that as a contractor, I'm not alone in having sometimes eaten a cold can of soup. But you can also heat it on a stove (if it's been installed yet)  Stainless steel water bottles are good for cookin a hot drink. A can of soup can take quite a while to heat  since it's tall with small contac...
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Wed, 19 Dec 2012 06:00:05 PST
Wall mount bike storage http://www.instructables.com/id/Wall-mount-bike-storage/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/NTXZ/HA4MG89X/FQ1NTXZHA4MG89X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/NTXZ/HA4MG89X/FQ1NTXZHA4MG89X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/NTXZ/HA4MG89X/FQ1NTXZHA4MG89X.SMALL.jpg stncilr Wall mount with closet rod brackets found at my local home depot. Pieces of pine wood were used from a leftover kitchen shelf project to make a mini shelf on the top and to provide support when screwing into the wall studs. I put two little pieces of vynil tubing on the ''hook' part to prevent paint...
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Fri, 30 Nov 2012 21:27:11 PST
Easy DIY transforming purse-backpack http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-DIY-transforming-purse-backpack/
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Mon, 3 Sep 2012 13:14:38 PDT
Easily correct annoying spray can lids http://www.instructables.com/id/Easily-correct-annoying-spray-can-lids/
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Sat, 25 Aug 2012 08:01:43 PDT
Quick and easy iphone amplifier - built by a kid! http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-and-easy-iphone-amplifier-built-by-a-kid/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFJ/DVMH/H5Y9VUAY/FFJDVMHH5Y9VUAY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFJ/DVMH/H5Y9VUAY/FFJDVMHH5Y9VUAY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFJ/DVMH/H5Y9VUAY/FFJDVMHH5Y9VUAY.SMALL.jpg basementjax457 So easy a 10 year old built it!  My son's chore is to wash dishes.  He loves listening to music on my wife's iphone when he does and came up with this nifty way to hear the music better!  He just took a couple of our cheap salad/cereal bowls and put one on it's side inside the other.  Then he put th...
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Sun, 19 Aug 2012 22:50:57 PDT
How to get FREE stickers from major companys http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-get-FREE-stickers-from-major-companys/
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Tue, 17 Jul 2012 13:00:10 PDT
Mini BIC Keychain Pen! http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-BIC-Keychain-Pen/
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Tue, 3 Jul 2012 12:40:40 PDT
DIY Lock Picks http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Lock-Picks/
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Mon, 4 Jun 2012 11:54:22 PDT
Quick Potato Shoe Shine http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-Potato-Shoe-Shine/
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Tue, 29 May 2012 19:19:27 PDT
Quick, Cheap & Easy fix for frayed laces / Broken aglets 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://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/FEZB/H1JUE86W/FU0FEZBH1JUE86W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/FEZB/H1JUE86W/FU0FEZBH1JUE86W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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...
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Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:34:36 PDT
World's easiest silicone mold. http://www.instructables.com/id/Worlds-easiest-silicone-mold/
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Mon, 23 Apr 2012 19:48:34 PDT
Homemade Tissue Box http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Tissue-Box/
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Sat, 31 Dec 2011 13:04:54 PST
Colored Flames http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-colored-flames/
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Mon, 7 Nov 2011 17:54:22 PST
Easy Candle Extinguisher http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-an-easy-candle-extinguisher/
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Mon, 7 Nov 2011 17:49:06 PST
Evil ,beautiful shoes killing feet?? http://www.instructables.com/id/Evil-beautiful-shoes-killing-feet/
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Tue, 18 Oct 2011 13:35:04 PDT
Pocket Sized (Everyday Necessities Kit) http://www.instructables.com/id/Pocket-Sized-Everyday-Necessities-Kit/
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Tue, 20 Sep 2011 17:26:41 PDT
DIY Duck Ear Buds http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Duck-Ear-Buds/
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Tue, 19 Jul 2011 17:12:44 PDT
Energy-saving Crock Pot Baking Rack http://www.instructables.com/id/Crock-Pot-Baking-Insert-recycled-Cardboard-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Y/Z73C/GQ5Q48AT/F9YZ73CGQ5Q48AT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Y/Z73C/GQ5Q48AT/F9YZ73CGQ5Q48AT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Y/Z73C/GQ5Q48AT/F9YZ73CGQ5Q48AT.SMALL.jpg bajablue This 2 layer mini German Chocolate Cake was baked entirely in a small 3 qt. Crock pot! You don't need to buy special pans, racks or inserts.... All you need is a cake pan that will fit inside the crockpot and a DIY cardboard rack/insert to raise the cake pan off the bottom and allow air to circula...
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Sat, 16 Jul 2011 20:05:10 PDT
Emergency Backup Fluid for Zippo Lighter http://www.instructables.com/id/Emergency-Backup-Fluid-for-Zippo-Lighter/
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Thu, 9 Jun 2011 12:52:29 PDT
A Sneaky Soda Can Safe http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Sneaky-Soda-Can-Safe/
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Sun, 2 Jan 2011 13:51:17 PST
Silent a watch (Good for sat)+reversible http://www.instructables.com/id/Silent-a-watch-Good-for-satreversible/
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Sun, 7 Nov 2010 05:25:14 PST
Cool pencil hand grip in one minute http://www.instructables.com/id/Cool-pencil-hand-grip-in-one-minute/
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Tue, 2 Nov 2010 16:23:24 PDT
Ice Cream Sandwich on a Stick http://www.instructables.com/id/Ice-Cream-Sandwich-on-a-Stick/
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Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:30:20 PDT
Dock Charger for iPods and phones http://www.instructables.com/id/Dock-Charger-for-iPods-and-phones/
Dock Charger for iPods and phones - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F91/LEO4/G9M4OR6B/F91LEO4G9M4OR6B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F91/LEO4/G9M4OR6B/F91LEO4G9M4OR6B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F91/LEO4/G9M4OR6B/F91LEO4G9M4OR6B.SMALL.jpg espert92 Sick of all the wires on your table? Sick of losing or breaking chargers and you having to buy new ones? Well, this is the solution for you. Tools and Materials Materials: 1) 1 Remote control box 2) 1 USB cable 3) 1 iPod connector 4) 1 Phone charger 5) 2 iPod docks [those which come along with mo...
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Mon, 24 May 2010 22:26:43 PDT
Plastic Strapping Thats Heat Locked Easy Way To Removing It http://www.instructables.com/id/Plastic-Strapping-Thats-Heat-Locked-Easy-Way-To-Re/
Plastic Strapping Thats Heat Locked Easy Way To Removing It - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT9/4I7D/G7DY6OTM/FT94I7DG7DY6OTM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT9/4I7D/G7DY6OTM/FT94I7DG7DY6OTM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT9/4I7D/G7DY6OTM/FT94I7DG7DY6OTM.SMALL.jpg marvin311 Here is my First Instructable it involves those pesky packing straps sealed with a strapping machine you probably use a knife or other item to open them but there is a no nonsence way of doing it and here it is it is your fingers. Step 1 first place the item on a stable platform table, bench or flo...
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Fri, 2 Apr 2010 18:30:31 PDT
Simple Secret Hard Drive Safe: turn your old, broken hard drive into a safe http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Secret-Hard-Drive-Safe-turn-your-old-brok/
Simple Secret Hard Drive Safe: turn your old, broken hard drive into a safe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/OVK7/G6MPLP40/FJ3OVK7G6MPLP40.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/OVK7/G6MPLP40/FJ3OVK7G6MPLP40.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/OVK7/G6MPLP40/FJ3OVK7G6MPLP40.SMALL.jpg julienrl The title says it all. How to make a small safe people won't suspect. What you will need -an old hard drive (external or internal) -a tork screw driver (T8 size, the source radio shack has them, normally in the format of multi-head screw drivers) -your favorite superglue (I use Elmer's Ultimate Hig...
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Sat, 13 Mar 2010 20:25:37 PST
Double X line Lacing http://www.instructables.com/id/Double-X-line-Lacing/
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Fri, 5 Feb 2010 19:40:41 PST
Double X Lacing http://www.instructables.com/id/Double-X-Lacing/
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Tue, 6 Oct 2009 16:16:45 PDT
Eraser Surgery http://www.instructables.com/id/Eraser-Surgery/
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Sun, 20 Sep 2009 18:04:58 PDT
How To Make Chopsticks Easier To Use http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-Chopsticks-Easier-To-Use/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRI/VMYP/FZHLAPHK/FRIVMYPFZHLAPHK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRI/VMYP/FZHLAPHK/FRIVMYPFZHLAPHK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRI/VMYP/FZHLAPHK/FRIVMYPFZHLAPHK.SMALL.jpg ! xD ! If there's two things that are embarrassing in an Asian restraunt, Its asking for a plate of buffalo wings, and not knowing how to use chopsticks, resorting to stabbing at your food. While I couldn't fit the solution to the first in a 30 second video, here's a common solution to the second. (Just ...
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Sun, 13 Sep 2009 20:45:35 PDT
How to send mail free (no stamp) http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-send-mail-free-no-stamp/
How to send mail free (no stamp) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F52/8RZ1/FYTCHE2T/F528RZ1FYTCHE2T.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F52/8RZ1/FYTCHE2T/F528RZ1FYTCHE2T.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F52/8RZ1/FYTCHE2T/F528RZ1FYTCHE2T.SMALL.jpg durtbikedave Heres a simple step you can take if you need to mail something but have no stamp. Simply... Simply switch the two addresses so that whoever your sending the mail to is in upper left hand corner. This is usually the return address area. Now... Now just put your address in the middle of the enve...
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Sun, 6 Sep 2009 13:40:17 PDT
Secret Marker Compartment. http://www.instructables.com/id/Secret-Safe-Marker-Compartment/
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Mon, 27 Jul 2009 09:52:18 PDT
Make A Coin Holder Out Of A Lip Balm Container http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Coin-Holder-out-of-a-Lip-Balm-container/
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Tue, 10 Feb 2009 20:55:10 PST
5 Minute Projects http://www.instructables.com/id/5-Minute-Projects/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKV/VNBD/FQCTOATL/FKVVNBDFQCTOATL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKV/VNBD/FQCTOATL/FKVVNBDFQCTOATL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKV/VNBD/FQCTOATL/FKVVNBDFQCTOATL.SMALL.jpg Instructables Guides Happen to have a few extra minutes? Need to entertain someone for a little while? Well, look no further because here are some great things you can do and make in the next few minutes. Epic ventures to build your own butler robot (in 55 easy steps), are awesome, but can take some time. It's cool, w...
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Tue, 27 Jan 2009 14:53:08 PST
DIY-Personal Massager http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Personal-Massager/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4E/1E1S/FK75D1MZ/F4E1E1SFK75D1MZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4E/1E1S/FK75D1MZ/F4E1E1SFK75D1MZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4E/1E1S/FK75D1MZ/F4E1E1SFK75D1MZ.SMALL.jpg Howie_D Learn to make a Very Discreet Personal Massager with household items. Relieve a headache with a temple massage. Great for relieving stress from your shoulders! :)
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Sat, 23 Aug 2008 12:42:24 PDT
how to leave school early http://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-leave-school-early-3/
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Tue, 22 Jul 2008 02:08:43 PDT
How To Feel Energy In Under A Minute! http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Feel-Energy-In-Under-A-Minute/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUP/R4AE/FE7ITWY7/FUPR4AEFE7ITWY7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUP/R4AE/FE7ITWY7/FUPR4AEFE7ITWY7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUP/R4AE/FE7ITWY7/FUPR4AEFE7ITWY7.SMALL.jpg indigoed If you want to feel energy this very, very simple guide will show you exactly how. Everyone can do this, as long as you have a pair of hands and determination. Once you get the hang of it, you'll be able to do this wherever you are. Good Luck and let the energy flow......
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Tue, 25 Mar 2008 16:59:48 PDT
A bit of safe cracking... http://www.instructables.com/id/A-bit-of-safe-cracking.../
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Thu, 7 Feb 2008 19:31:42 PST
MacGyver tricks any1? http://www.instructables.com/id/MacGyver-tricks-any1/
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Mon, 7 Jan 2008 18:49:50 PST
Easy UPC symbol removal for your mail-in rebate needs http://www.instructables.com/id/UPC-symbol-removal-for-your-mail-in-rebate-needs/
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Fri, 21 Dec 2007 07:46:33 PST
How to Make Your Gum Super Minty! http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Your-Gum-Super-Minty!/
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Sat, 15 Dec 2007 11:14:08 PST
Cheating the test system http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheating-the-test-system/
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Thu, 6 Dec 2007 17:11:04 PST
DIY : Eggstractor http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY--Eggstractor/
DIY : Eggstractor - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNH/K3V8/F9AZJR65/FNHK3V8F9AZJR65.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNH/K3V8/F9AZJR65/FNHK3V8F9AZJR65.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNH/K3V8/F9AZJR65/FNHK3V8F9AZJR65.SMALL.jpg loup226 Very useful way to peel an boiled egg. With this homemade gadget you can peeling over 50 eggs per minutes . Very Very Fast and Easy. Great for introducing kid to the science.0})]] the box take a solid box.wood or plastic or metal.its your choice. Box hole make a hole little bit bigger than th...
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Tue, 27 Nov 2007 11:38:12 PST
Forget lock picking, clone/copy the key and be a spy http://www.instructables.com/id/Key-copy/
Forget lock picking, clone/copy the key and be a spy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F5C/2VN4/F9AZJQXP/F5C2VN4F9AZJQXP.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F5C/2VN4/F9AZJQXP/F5C2VN4F9AZJQXP.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F5C/2VN4/F9AZJQXP/F5C2VN4F9AZJQXP.SMALL.jpg ee0u30eb How to make a useable copy of a key! You can use this to copy a cylinder lock key within minutes. Especially great if you have a key that says 'do not copy' on it. You will need:Access to the key (for a few seconds)A drinks can or other thin metalPaperScissorsGluePrinterRuler or other hard blunt ...
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Tue, 20 Nov 2007 10:30:18 PST
Water saving tip, a gallon a shower! http://www.instructables.com/id/Water-saving-tip-a-gallon-a-shower!/
Water saving tip, a gallon a shower! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT3/6B1W/F8OQ99UQ/FT36B1WF8OQ99UQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT3/6B1W/F8OQ99UQ/FT36B1WF8OQ99UQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT3/6B1W/F8OQ99UQ/FT36B1WF8OQ99UQ.SMALL.jpg Nathang400 This is a tip that you can use every shower you take just by getting water from your shower as it heats. about a gallon a day. BTW this is my first instructable. Collect materials and get the water. For this project you will need: A shower (Duh), and a container of some sort milk jugs are best (...
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Wed, 7 Nov 2007 11:13:54 PST
Make Bubbles With Your Hands and Breathe From Them! http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Bubbles-With-Your-Hands-and-Breathe-From-Them/
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Wed, 17 Oct 2007 18:28:49 PDT
Automatic Mechanical Door Closer http://www.instructables.com/id/Automatic-Mechanical-Door-Closer/
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Mon, 16 Jul 2007 13:10:00 PDT