http://www.instructables.com Mon, 28 May 2012 12:52:24 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/%5bDIY%5d-Bookend-out-of-a-slim-cd-case/
[DIY] Bookend out of a slim cd-case - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRI/OAH4/FKTEV1BEY1U/FRIOAH4FKTEV1BEY1U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRI/OAH4/FKTEV1BEY1U/FRIOAH4FKTEV1BEY1U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRI/OAH4/FKTEV1BEY1U/FRIOAH4FKTEV1BEY1U.SMALL.jpg Peter_Pansen I just got a new shelf, and the problem occured that all my books, DVD's and CD's I want to put in it fall down. The solution? Of course a bookend, but I haven't any money for this kind of stuff so I decided to build my own. I know that it is possible to make some more stabil versions out of metal ...
By: Peter_Pansen

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 Nov 2006 13:53:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-mount-a-power-strip-under-your-desk/
How to mount a power strip (and power bricks) under your desk - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ4/5Q6V/F8Y3RMU8/FQ45Q6VF8Y3RMU8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ4/5Q6V/F8Y3RMU8/FQ45Q6VF8Y3RMU8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ4/5Q6V/F8Y3RMU8/FQ45Q6VF8Y3RMU8.SMALL.jpg getgreg I was tired of looking at the nasty tangle of power cables and power strip under my desk. So after much deliberation I decided to mount as much as I could to the bottom of the desk. In a nutshell I found a regular wire basket, attached it to the bottom of my desk, and placed the powerstrip inside ...
By: getgreg

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 13 Nov 2007 19:15:10 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/First-Project-Key-Clip/
First Metal Shop Project: Key Clip - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBR/LVEM/H1JU56XT/FBRLVEMH1JU56XT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBR/LVEM/H1JU56XT/FBRLVEMH1JU56XT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBR/LVEM/H1JU56XT/FBRLVEMH1JU56XT.SMALL.jpg houndstoothy This is a project designed to give some quick and simple practice on three key machines in the metal shop, as well as some very basic layout technique.  You should be able to finish the whole thing in about 30 minutes, with material from the scrap bin.  It takes about the same amount of time to walk...
By: houndstoothy

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 May 2012 15:26:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cardboard-pencil-holder-Stabb-it/
Cardboard pencil holder "Stabb-it" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/5IF7/H1LWPJV5/F7U5IF7H1LWPJV5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/5IF7/H1LWPJV5/F7U5IF7H1LWPJV5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/5IF7/H1LWPJV5/F7U5IF7H1LWPJV5.SMALL.jpg Raton_malhabile Here's the Stabb-it, a cardboard pencil holder two school colleagues, Kim B. Deland and Simon Hamel, and myself made! Easy to build with laser cutting (or with an x-acto knife) and fun to use, you literally "stab" the pencil holder with your drawing/writing stuff! Submitted by DIN 2012, Université d...
By: Raton_malhabile

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Apr 2012 11:08:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Clothes-airer/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDG/LW1U/H1KH9SGR/FDGLW1UH1KH9SGR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDG/LW1U/H1KH9SGR/FDGLW1UH1KH9SGR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDG/LW1U/H1KH9SGR/FDGLW1UH1KH9SGR.SMALL.jpg lofgren We became fed up with the commercial, plastic-coated wire, foldable airers we were using to dry our clothes on. They became flimsy, were hard to move with clothes on them and eventually the plastic coating split and degraded, occasionally leaving marks on clothing. (I have now put them aside to weld...
By: lofgren

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Apr 2012 03:51:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Cut-Shave-Stand/
Laser Cut Shave Stand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI1/IZWP/H1ENCCJN/FI1IZWPH1ENCCJN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI1/IZWP/H1ENCCJN/FI1IZWPH1ENCCJN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI1/IZWP/H1ENCCJN/FI1IZWPH1ENCCJN.SMALL.jpg foster_three Here is a quick and easy laser cut shave stand to hold a single brush and razor. The brush holder has a diameter of 1.2", and the razor holder has a diameter of 0.5". I made this bad boy because it combined my two favorite hobbies: wetshaving and digital fabrication. Originally created for the membe...
By: foster_three

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 Apr 2012 22:23:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Magnetic-Cosmetics-Board/
How to Make a Magnetic Cosmetics Board - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQU/0H1Z/GZACIY6K/FQU0H1ZGZACIY6K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQU/0H1Z/GZACIY6K/FQU0H1ZGZACIY6K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQU/0H1Z/GZACIY6K/FQU0H1ZGZACIY6K.SMALL.jpg 2econdhand I do not have a lot of cosmetics but there is enough of them to make a mess of my dressing table after a frantic morning of getting ready for work. I use to throw my powders, blushers, eyeshadows etc. back into a caddy on my table after I use them but more often than not, it was hard fitting them al...
By: 2econdhand

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Mar 2012 02:30:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/MAKE-Project-1-Mason-Jar-Wall-Unit/
MAKE Project 1: Mason Jar Wall Unit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQK/9U43/H166UVJ6/FQK9U43H166UVJ6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQK/9U43/H166UVJ6/FQK9U43H166UVJ6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQK/9U43/H166UVJ6/FQK9U43H166UVJ6.SMALL.jpg dander25 This is a project I found and adapted from a craft website.  The original project called for the use of pipe clamps, but I decided to use what I had.  Wire, nails, and mason jars. Step 1: Gather needed materials For this project I used a hammer, wire cutters, needle-nose pliers, a picture hanging...
By: dander25

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:13:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Makedo-Desk-Tray/
Makedo Desk Tray - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/07JL/H0GGYJWC/FCN07JLH0GGYJWC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/07JL/H0GGYJWC/FCN07JLH0GGYJWC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/07JL/H0GGYJWC/FCN07JLH0GGYJWC.SMALL.jpg makedo-able Keep your desk organised with this neat (in more ways than one) desk tray. This simple creation made from up-cycled cardboard is designed so you can create, stack and join as many trays on top of each other as you like. To make one tray, all you need is two Makedo Re-clips, some cardboard (keep th...
By: makedo-able

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Apr 2012 17:20:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pin-book/
Pin book - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/265S/H0KR94BQ/F1M265SH0KR94BQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/265S/H0KR94BQ/F1M265SH0KR94BQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/265S/H0KR94BQ/F1M265SH0KR94BQ.SMALL.jpg timwikander Pin book uses flexible bound paper to create a tidy space for storing little things. Materials & Tools Materials: 1 Case bound magazine, not stapled! 1 Rubber band, or 2 if you're feeling adventurous. Tools: 1 Metal ruler 1 X-acto knife, with a spare blade or two if you have it. 1 Pen/marker ...
By: timwikander

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 4 Apr 2012 04:52:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-wall-mounted-magazine-rack-using-a-l/
How to make a wall-mounted magazine rack using a laser cutter. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/R330/H05NL2V7/FC2R330H05NL2V7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/R330/H05NL2V7/FC2R330H05NL2V7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/R330/H05NL2V7/FC2R330H05NL2V7.SMALL.jpg kroymander These are instructions for making a simple seven-slotted magazine rack using a laser cutter and some glue.  You will need access to a laser cutter (I used TechShop's), approximately 4' x 4' of 1/4" thick material and some appropriate adhesive for your material.  The design can be easily modified to ...
By: kroymander

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 25 Mar 2012 22:49:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-Own-Flexi-Ties-Soft-Twist-Ties/
Make Your Own Flexi-Ties (Soft Twist Ties) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/AB9B/GZXW8G14/FI5AB9BGZXW8G14.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/AB9B/GZXW8G14/FI5AB9BGZXW8G14.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/AB9B/GZXW8G14/FI5AB9BGZXW8G14.SMALL.jpg bobzjr Make your own soft twist ties quick and easy.  I have called industrial distributors trying to find this type of item in bulk. After many calls, I could not locate it, so I thought I could just make my own! This is my first instructable. You only need a few items. MATERIALS You'll need some s...
By: bobzjr

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Mar 2012 19:47:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Angry-Birds-Cable-Holders/
Angry Birds Cable Holders - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTI/Y1UJ/GZLW4GNB/FTIY1UJGZLW4GNB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTI/Y1UJ/GZLW4GNB/FTIY1UJGZLW4GNB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTI/Y1UJ/GZLW4GNB/FTIY1UJGZLW4GNB.SMALL.jpg ChrysN I needed a way to organize the USB cables that connected my Ipod, Kindle and other devices to my computer.  I definitely had cable management issues;  they are usually tangled and often hard to find, not to mention that I've seen bite marks on the ends from where my cat had been chewing on them.  I ...
By: ChrysN

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 13 Mar 2012 19:13:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Shelevator-an-elevator-for-your-shelf/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR8/60QB/GZACJW8Z/FR860QBGZACJW8Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR8/60QB/GZACJW8Z/FR860QBGZACJW8Z.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR8/60QB/GZACJW8Z/FR860QBGZACJW8Z.SMALL.jpg sbsch I was inspired to do this when I saw my senior mother standing on a stool to reach something in the kitchen. I was worried she might fall. Although, anyone could make one in a good workshop, I wanted to make it easy for anyone who might not have access to all the required tools, so I have made the h...
By: sbsch

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Mar 2012 18:23:41 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Mitten-Rack/
Mitten Rack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/NQJY/GZACIP49/FSMNQJYGZACIP49.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/NQJY/GZACIP49/FSMNQJYGZACIP49.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/NQJY/GZACIP49/FSMNQJYGZACIP49.SMALL.jpg lifeisformakingthings Parents know there's nothing so crazy-making as a morning scramble for winter clothes.  Kids seem to leave mittens and gloves everywhere they go.  When you have ten minutes to get out the door, their gloves are always at the bottom of a backpack or at a friend's house.  Or worse -- you find three gl...
By: lifeisformakingthings

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 2 Mar 2012 18:08:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Software-Sliced-Desk-Tidy/
Software Sliced Desk Tidy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6R/JRRQ/GYVDI1P8/F6RJRRQGYVDI1P8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6R/JRRQ/GYVDI1P8/F6RJRRQGYVDI1P8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6R/JRRQ/GYVDI1P8/F6RJRRQGYVDI1P8.SMALL.jpg Jayefuu I recently relocated to San Francisco for a 2 month stint as an Artist-in-Residence at Instructables HQ. I carved out a work space in a corner by the entrance, nestled in test servers, ethernet switch-gear and Randy's ever spreading pile of electronics components. After securing a corner to work and...
By: Jayefuu

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:39:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Medicine-Bottle-Man-Desktop-Organizer/
Medicine Bottle Man (Desktop Organizer) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9U/X8SV/GYQFMXVO/F9UX8SVGYQFMXVO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9U/X8SV/GYQFMXVO/F9UX8SVGYQFMXVO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9U/X8SV/GYQFMXVO/F9UX8SVGYQFMXVO.SMALL.jpg melodicmetallove This Instructable will show you how to to make a figure out of medicine bottles and screws. This is useful for storing whatever desktop (or other items) you may have floating around, while looking cool/interesting at the same time. What You Need - 6 medicine bottles and lids - Sharpie (my prefere...
By: melodicmetallove

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Feb 2012 09:23:35 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Organizaton-of-the-acursed-bobby-pins/
Organizaton of the acursed bobby pins - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F00/89CB/GYQFMW85/F0089CBGYQFMW85.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F00/89CB/GYQFMW85/F0089CBGYQFMW85.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F00/89CB/GYQFMW85/F0089CBGYQFMW85.SMALL.jpg amandaggogo There are many methods of organizing your massive amounts of bobby pins so you don't loose them so easily, like I do. This method came to me late last night as I was further feeding my tic-tac addiction. It seems very efficient and works out quite well. Supplies Bobby Pins, what few you have lef...
By: amandaggogo

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 Feb 2012 10:44:01 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Stow/
Stow - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUT/SCYJ/GZACIQBH/FUTSCYJGZACIQBH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUT/SCYJ/GZACIQBH/FUTSCYJGZACIQBH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUT/SCYJ/GZACIQBH/FUTSCYJGZACIQBH.SMALL.jpg timwikander Stow is an easy to make storage solution for the things that travel with you. It helps you to remember the things you need on the way out, and offers a space to put them when you come back in. Materials 1 cardboard mailer/poster tube at least 3” diameter 1 hand drill with some bits 1 tape measure...
By: timwikander

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 Feb 2012 17:21:03 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Cardboard-Joinery-Shelf-in-a-Milk-Crate/
Simple Cardboard Joinery Shelf in a Milk Crate - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/GY1B/GY0Q3NOW/F4JGY1BGY0Q3NOW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/GY1B/GY0Q3NOW/F4JGY1BGY0Q3NOW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/GY1B/GY0Q3NOW/F4JGY1BGY0Q3NOW.SMALL.jpg Runeshai This is a quick and dirty thing I thought of when I found some milk crates and wanted to use them for more than one thing, but that seemed to require splitting their interior space in half.  They're just about the right size for two shoes (of my size, anyway), and I had some cardboard, so I put 'em ...
By: Runeshai

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:06:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Sturdy-randomly-shaped-paper-mache-box/
Sturdy randomly shaped paper mache box. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAN/GX8H/GXBNAT72/FANGX8HGXBNAT72.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAN/GX8H/GXBNAT72/FANGX8HGXBNAT72.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAN/GX8H/GXBNAT72/FANGX8HGXBNAT72.SMALL.jpg Dyte Hello there! In this instructable I'll show you how to create a box made mainly out of cardboard and papier mache, in the shape of anything you like. I originally made this as a present for my girlfriend, as a travel box for her ancient stuffed animal that by now is hanging together with nothing b...
By: Dyte

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 09:31:31 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Necklace-Shelves/
Necklace Shelves - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSJ/DV36/GX3M1ELI/FSJDV36GX3M1ELI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSJ/DV36/GX3M1ELI/FSJDV36GX3M1ELI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSJ/DV36/GX3M1ELI/FSJDV36GX3M1ELI.SMALL.jpg Mar HK I don't know about you, but my necklaces and bracelets usually end up in a tangled, horrible mess in my jewelery box. And then I never wear them, because I don't feel like untangling them. Enter: the necklace shelf! It fills in an empty space on my wall that has been staring at me, and reminds me t...
By: Mar HK

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 7 Jan 2012 13:15:44 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Hanging-Jewelry-Organizer-from-Utensil-Holder/
Hanging Jewelry Organizer from Utensil Holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDE/JX1N/GX106L7M/FDEJX1NGX106L7M.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDE/JX1N/GX106L7M/FDEJX1NGX106L7M.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDE/JX1N/GX106L7M/FDEJX1NGX106L7M.SMALL.jpg Color Me Blue This is probably my favorite DIY I've done so far. It's functional, took some crafty thinking, is totally doable, and will last for quite some time. I'm always looking for new and better ways to organize my jewelry. I've gone from putting them in a plastic grid box from the Container Store, to displ...
By: Color Me Blue

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 4 Jan 2012 16:48:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Sloped-Sided-Organizer-Box/
Sloped Sided Organizer Box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQS/EU5N/GWSJMXBX/FQSEU5NGWSJMXBX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQS/EU5N/GWSJMXBX/FQSEU5NGWSJMXBX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQS/EU5N/GWSJMXBX/FQSEU5NGWSJMXBX.SMALL.jpg CHARLESCRANFORD In the past, while searching in the pantry, for something I knew I had, I used to always end up singing the chorus from the U2 song "I still haven't found what I'm looking for."  All the stuff mixes up together and ends up looking the same.  Even worse, you can't even see what is towards the back.  ...
By: CHARLESCRANFORD

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 31 Dec 2011 03:38:11 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Clip-Pin/
Clip Pin - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ8/2ZIG/GVSUMK6R/FQ82ZIGGVSUMK6R.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ8/2ZIG/GVSUMK6R/FQ82ZIGGVSUMK6R.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ8/2ZIG/GVSUMK6R/FQ82ZIGGVSUMK6R.SMALL.jpg timwikander A familiar form in a new context. Clip Pin is a way to mount a clothes pin to something other than a clothes line. Materials You will need: 1 thin rubber band 1 large paper clip 1 spring type wooden clothespin * 1 pair of needle nose pliers (optional) Split the clip Pull the two nesting curve...
By: timwikander

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Dec 2011 18:28:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Reviving-Dead-MailMate-Shredder/
Reviving Dead MailMate Shredder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F41/L7NE/GVKGJH8M/F41L7NEGVKGJH8M.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F41/L7NE/GVKGJH8M/F41L7NEGVKGJH8M.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F41/L7NE/GVKGJH8M/F41L7NEGVKGJH8M.SMALL.jpg DavAnt Here is one way to inexpensively bring a shredder into your home office! I always wanted to get a shredder to dispose of sensitive documents, so when I stumbled on  an ad for a broken shredder to give away, I jumped on the occasion! Basically, the electronics inside were shot, but the motor was in...
By: DavAnt

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 Nov 2011 21:03:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/No-Sew-Book-Cover-for-your-eReader-or-Tablet/
No-Sew Book Cover for your eReader or Tablet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUA/6G2I/GV9SP3QX/FUA6G2IGV9SP3QX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUA/6G2I/GV9SP3QX/FUA6G2IGV9SP3QX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUA/6G2I/GV9SP3QX/FUA6G2IGV9SP3QX.SMALL.jpg Bitsi Ereaders, like the Nook and Kindle, have revolutionized the gentle art of reading, sure.  But at what cost?  Can you really feel enlightened and ennobled reading Marcus Aurelius' "Meditations" holding an antiseptic piece of glass and plastic?  Don't you miss the feeling of holding an open book in yo...
By: Bitsi

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 22 Nov 2011 07:38:27 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-sunglassesjewelry-stand-using-a-rec/
How to make a sunglasses/jewelry stand using a recycled cardboard tube - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPM/1LCF/GUQ4JSQ2/FPM1LCFGUQ4JSQ2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPM/1LCF/GUQ4JSQ2/FPM1LCFGUQ4JSQ2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPM/1LCF/GUQ4JSQ2/FPM1LCFGUQ4JSQ2.SMALL.jpg cjpeterson I make vinyl decals, and have been trying to come up with something re-useful to do with the empty cardboard rolls that the vinyl comes on. This is my first idea that I thought was easy and useful. This is also my very first instructable ..... please be gentle! Hope others find it useful too! Ga...
By: cjpeterson

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 Nov 2011 08:06:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Pockets-in-a-pocket/
Pockets in a pocket - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7I/URIF/GUQ4G3KG/F7IURIFGUQ4G3KG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7I/URIF/GUQ4G3KG/F7IURIFGUQ4G3KG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7I/URIF/GUQ4G3KG/F7IURIFGUQ4G3KG.SMALL.jpg conservator Often, there are times when while working at inaccessible places I felt the need of some extra pockets to carry some extra tools. I thought of creating an extendable pocket that can be opened up whenever needed. Materials required 1. A cardboard of appropriate size:- My pockets are of 4" width so...
By: conservator

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 Nov 2011 08:25:43 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Sugru-Flower-Razor-Holder/
Sugru Flower Razor Holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB0/NGE3/GUEONAD5/FB0NGE3GUEONAD5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB0/NGE3/GUEONAD5/FB0NGE3GUEONAD5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB0/NGE3/GUEONAD5/FB0NGE3GUEONAD5.SMALL.jpg annahowardshaw Going for a cute and functional Sugru project with this flower-shaped razor holder... Materials All you need is 3 -4 packs of Sugru (differnt colors), a little piece of wax paper and a razor that needs holdin'. Base Roll out top half of black Sugru into a thick strand. Flatten the other hal...
By: annahowardshaw

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 30 Oct 2011 23:15:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Bedside-Caddy-Made-from-Two-Placemats/
Easy Bedside Caddy Made from Two Placemats - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXV/JCY7/GT9U8QQR/FXVJCY7GT9U8QQR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXV/JCY7/GT9U8QQR/FXVJCY7GT9U8QQR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXV/JCY7/GT9U8QQR/FXVJCY7GT9U8QQR.SMALL.jpg Solskinner This is an easy bedside caddy you can make with two place mats. Everyone has a few things that they need near their bedside, you can make this one in less than 30 minutes. Benefits Keeps things organized What Do You Need? You will need: Two placemats of the same width (I used two ide...
By: Solskinner

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 23 Oct 2011 10:44:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-chain-coat-rack/
Bike chain coat rack! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/87GA/GTO4PGAH/F3C87GAGTO4PGAH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/87GA/GTO4PGAH/F3C87GAGTO4PGAH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/87GA/GTO4PGAH/F3C87GAGTO4PGAH.SMALL.jpg flipbrad Simple 'ible, this. So you need a rack of hooks/pegs for your coats/bags/scarves/hats - simple. Find an old bike chain, clean it thoroughly (put it in the dishwasher, soak it in hot detergent, or use other solvents), scrub it, cut the chain down to length (this is easy with a bike chain link tool (...
By: flipbrad

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 13 Oct 2011 06:26:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Uncard/
Uncard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ9/6KP3/GVZQ6CQ0/FJ96KP3GVZQ6CQ0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ9/6KP3/GVZQ6CQ0/FJ96KP3GVZQ6CQ0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ9/6KP3/GVZQ6CQ0/FJ96KP3GVZQ6CQ0.SMALL.jpg timwikander Uncard is a simple solution to the infamous earphone pocket tangle. Before attempting to make an uncard, however, there are two things you should know. One, it's ridiculously easy to make and to use....and two, it will probably make you smile. Materials You will need: 1 old or unused plastic car...
By: timwikander

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 16 Oct 2011 17:17:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/guitar-wall-mount-hanger-free-quick-and-dirty/
guitar wall mount / hanger -free, quick and dirty - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/L41Q/GTE4JXUV/F7PL41QGTE4JXUV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/L41Q/GTE4JXUV/F7PL41QGTE4JXUV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/L41Q/GTE4JXUV/F7PL41QGTE4JXUV.SMALL.jpg Mimikry As my guitar always seems to lay in the way, i decided to mount it on the wall. thats what i came up with it's free it's easy it's good looking ;) tools the tools you'll need: a saw ( a leatherman does the trick too) a power drill a sharp knife paper and a pen some wood-glue (silicone) file a...
By: Mimikry

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 5 Oct 2011 06:41:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hockey-tape-clothes-hanger-grips/
Hockey tape clothes hanger grips - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F15/MGLR/GSUSN1E2/F15MGLRGSUSN1E2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F15/MGLR/GSUSN1E2/F15MGLRGSUSN1E2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F15/MGLR/GSUSN1E2/F15MGLRGSUSN1E2.SMALL.jpg bigbang I prefer to hang most of my clothes, but I found I own more than a few tops that disagree with this method. The trickiest ones seem to be those boatneck or off the shoulder sweaters. I have so many wooden hangers, it felt silly to replace them all with something that solved my problem, so grips were...
By: bigbang

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 25 Sep 2011 16:14:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Conponent-hard-case/
Component hard case - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC7/TO77/GS045MWZ/FC7TO77GS045MWZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC7/TO77/GS045MWZ/FC7TO77GS045MWZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC7/TO77/GS045MWZ/FC7TO77GS045MWZ.SMALL.jpg joerice01 This Is a very simple and practical project I put together after working on my projects at Uni. My problem was that travelling to and from school my components would usually be kept in a zip-lock back and then placed in my bag where they would get squashed and bent (IC's in particular due to the fra...
By: joerice01

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 31 Aug 2011 21:00:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Porcupine-Pencil-Holder/
Porcupine Pencil Holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/TZYK/GQZJNJDP/F8PTZYKGQZJNJDP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/TZYK/GQZJNJDP/F8PTZYKGQZJNJDP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/TZYK/GQZJNJDP/F8PTZYKGQZJNJDP.SMALL.jpg annahowardshaw This little guy will happily hold your office supplies and look awesome doing it : ) Tools and Materials Materials Chopsticks (30) Wood Glue All purpose glue Walnut wood stain Brush to apply stain Sandpaper 3 inches small gauge wire Sculpey Clay Color: White - Just under a half of the 1.75 po...
By: annahowardshaw

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 7 Aug 2011 21:12:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Car-key-magnetic-switch-plate-hook/
Car key magnetic switch plate hook - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM6/3MNO/GQPNUONV/FM63MNOGQPNUONV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM6/3MNO/GQPNUONV/FM63MNOGQPNUONV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM6/3MNO/GQPNUONV/FM63MNOGQPNUONV.SMALL.jpg instructablesar UPDATE:  Thanks everyone for the kind words. If you like this instructable, please hit up the "Vote Now" link for the Green Contest at the top of the page. This is the final product:  A surprisingly strong magnetic key hook that takes just a few minutes to do.  It is ridiculously inexpensive and d...
By: instructablesar

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Jul 2011 16:16:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Your-Own-Secret-Hidden-Safe!-For-Under-%242/
Your Own Secret Hidden Safe! For Under $2 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE8/RSAW/F6B7Q20I/FE8RSAWF6B7Q20I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE8/RSAW/F6B7Q20I/FE8RSAWF6B7Q20I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE8/RSAW/F6B7Q20I/FE8RSAWF6B7Q20I.SMALL.jpg jpvideo With over 6 million break-ins across the nation a year, Here's a cheap quick and easy way to hide your smaller more valuable goodies!*DISCLAIMER* This method is just a type of security through obscurity, If found there is NOTHING preventing access. Remember people can't steal what they can't find...
By: jpvideo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Sep 2007 11:08:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Zip-Tie-Basket/
Zip Tie Basket - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHA/6NBT/GQKM2CKQ/FHA6NBTGQKM2CKQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHA/6NBT/GQKM2CKQ/FHA6NBTGQKM2CKQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHA/6NBT/GQKM2CKQ/FHA6NBTGQKM2CKQ.SMALL.jpg BladeFyre Studios This is my first instructable! I decided to enter the Zip Tie Weekly Challenge! Basically using Zip Ties and Anchors we will build a basket for holding stuff. I personally use it to hold my solder, wick, and electrical tape. Supplies Okay I used Zip Tie anchors and Zip Ties 16 X Anchors (1" X ...
By: BladeFyre Studios

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 26 Jul 2011 07:18:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Window-Shutter-Mail-Sorter/
Window Shutter Mail Sorter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/YI49/GOW49NEJ/F5LYI49GOW49NEJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/YI49/GOW49NEJ/F5LYI49GOW49NEJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/YI49/GOW49NEJ/F5LYI49GOW49NEJ.SMALL.jpg Carleyy Repurpose an old window shutter into a chic mail sorter!  Its a great way to keep your mail organized and it makes great wall decor. I live with 4 roommates and our mail piles up so quickly.  I made this as a solution to cut back on the clutter. Supplies Window Shutter - you can find them a salv...
By: Carleyy

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Jun 2011 12:57:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Messy-Car-Solution/
Messy Car Solution - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAI/NN28/GOSDIBLN/FAINN28GOSDIBLN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAI/NN28/GOSDIBLN/FAINN28GOSDIBLN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAI/NN28/GOSDIBLN/FAINN28GOSDIBLN.SMALL.jpg howdoesshewebsite Now you can’t tell me that you’ve never had a problem with keeping your car clean. I feel like I am constantly embarrassed when people step in my car and there is trash on the floor, toys on the seats, empty cups in the doors. You know what I mean! Besides those three… (ok, maybe two) times a year t...
By: howdoesshewebsite

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 Jun 2011 11:15:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/High-Functioning-Coat-Hooks/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRQ/Y4HM/GO430FJZ/FRQY4HMGO430FJZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRQ/Y4HM/GO430FJZ/FRQY4HMGO430FJZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRQ/Y4HM/GO430FJZ/FRQY4HMGO430FJZ.SMALL.jpg BrianJewett Back in Los Angeles, any old coat rack or a few hooks by the door would do. Most of us would just toss a jacket in the back of the car in the winter months. But here in Vermont we need a little more. Many of the vernacular farm houses I visit have at least a half dozen hooks per person lined up in t...
By: BrianJewett

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 25 May 2011 10:12:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-portable-container-pencil-holder/
How to make a portable container (pencil holder) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3E/FQW3/GMG2IITT/F3EFQW3GMG2IITT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3E/FQW3/GMG2IITT/F3EFQW3GMG2IITT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3E/FQW3/GMG2IITT/F3EFQW3GMG2IITT.SMALL.jpg Rizwan Azami What you need : 1. Cardboard tubing 2. Thick cardboard (for the base) 3. A saw / Hacksaw 4. Some fine sandpaper/emery paper 5. White glue 6. A utility knife 7. A wooden spindle 8. A wooden knob 9. Paint (spray or brush on) 10. Elementary skills and persistence  Cutting three lengths from a piece o...
By: Rizwan Azami

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 13 May 2011 23:39:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Magnetic-Spice-Rack-3/
Magnetic Spice Rack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR9/6TQ3/GMNR9147/FR96TQ3GMNR9147.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR9/6TQ3/GMNR9147/FR96TQ3GMNR9147.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR9/6TQ3/GMNR9147/FR96TQ3GMNR9147.SMALL.jpg kitchentablescraps Looking for spice storage can be extremely frustrating. (Too big! Not enough jars! Don’t even think of taking up my counter space!) So I schemed up my own more flexible storage system. And it’s sooooo simple: just tins, glue and magnets. Ample (and attractive) spice storage can be found on your wall...
By: kitchentablescraps

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 25 Apr 2011 06:20:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Closet-Sewing-Space/
Closet Sewing Space - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKN/06V5/GJQE9J8B/FKN06V5GJQE9J8B.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKN/06V5/GJQE9J8B/FKN06V5GJQE9J8B.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKN/06V5/GJQE9J8B/FKN06V5GJQE9J8B.SMALL.jpg AlpineButterfly Usually,  I tackle a project by recognizing a need, and then go about problem solving. In this case, I had a want... and it took me a few minutes to realize it was also a perfect solution! I fell in love with a small arts and crafts style desk at a local auction. But I couldn't really justify buyin...
By: AlpineButterfly

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 9 Feb 2011 19:07:30 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Magnetic-Spice-Rack-2/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYI/Y1RP/GJ7MHIPF/FYIY1RPGJ7MHIPF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYI/Y1RP/GJ7MHIPF/FYIY1RPGJ7MHIPF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYI/Y1RP/GJ7MHIPF/FYIY1RPGJ7MHIPF.SMALL.jpg calischs InstructablesTV makes a Magnetic Spice Rack after reading this instructable.
By: calischs

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 24 Jan 2011 15:05:51 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Color-Coded-Cable-Ties-and-Labels/
Color Coded Cable Ties and Labels - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKZ/173R/GIH8NDSG/FKZ173RGIH8NDSG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKZ/173R/GIH8NDSG/FKZ173RGIH8NDSG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKZ/173R/GIH8NDSG/FKZ173RGIH8NDSG.SMALL.jpg annahowardshaw Here's an easy trick that helps me in my ongoing struggle to keep track of the million or so cords in a non-tangly way. These could be used to keep your chargers under control or to let you identify all the cords on your power strip at a glance.  The latter may keep you from accidentally unpluggin...
By: annahowardshaw

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 3 Jan 2011 18:49:51 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Fold-Bedsheet-Sets-into-a-Bedsheet-Bundle-/
How To Fold Bedsheet Sets into a "Bedsheet Bundle / Package " (works for Flat & Fitted Sheets, all sizes) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMR/V5D0/GGPF4J9G/FMRV5D0GGPF4J9G.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMR/V5D0/GGPF4J9G/FMRV5D0GGPF4J9G.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMR/V5D0/GGPF4J9G/FMRV5D0GGPF4J9G.SMALL.jpg MrStuff A Brief History: We humans need to sleep. Early on someone figured out that grass and straw were more comfortable than the ground. Thus the bed. Then around 3400 BC the Egyptian Pharaohs had their beds moved off the ground and slept on raised surfaces. This worked well for a while. Moving forward to...
By: MrStuff

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 Dec 2010 00:29:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Blogging-is-Childs-Play/
Blogging as Child's Play! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAL/9MRD/GEVZM7X5/FAL9MRDGEVZM7X5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAL/9MRD/GEVZM7X5/FAL9MRDGEVZM7X5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAL/9MRD/GEVZM7X5/FAL9MRDGEVZM7X5.SMALL.jpg charisp Blogging can be extraordinarily stressful and discouraging at times. Any one with multiple social networking platforms knows how it hectic it can be posting on a blog, a tumblr, tweeting, uploading photos on flickr, maintaining a myspace...or any of those hundreds of websites out there that can be p...
By: charisp

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Oct 2010 18:32:16 PDT