http://www.instructables.com Mon, 28 May 2012 17:10:08 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-braided-t-shirt-rug/
Make a braided t-shirt rug - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJQ/A93N/H2MYJX22/FJQA93NH2MYJX22.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJQ/A93N/H2MYJX22/FJQA93NH2MYJX22.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJQ/A93N/H2MYJX22/FJQA93NH2MYJX22.SMALL.jpg suzelac In this instructable, I'll teach you how to make a really cool rug, like the one pictured, from your old t-shirts! For me, this rug didn't cost any money because I used stuff I already had at my disposal. This project is a great way to put all of those colorful junior high track/soccer/rugby/quiddit...
By: suzelac

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 May 2012 00:21:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Upcycle-a-Discarded-GrillSmoker-to-a-Fun-Planter-/
Upcycle a Discarded Grill/Smoker to a Fun Planter Box(updated) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVX/UKT5/H1ZG6KJT/FVXUKT5H1ZG6KJT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVX/UKT5/H1ZG6KJT/FVXUKT5H1ZG6KJT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVX/UKT5/H1ZG6KJT/FVXUKT5H1ZG6KJT.SMALL.jpg TheBaldFish So basically, one day I was driving past the dumpster for my building complex and I saw a perfectly good rusted out smoker.  I immediately knew it must be mine.  So I parked my car and walked over and drug it the block or so to my home.  It stayed on my porch for about a month until spring sprung.  ...
By: TheBaldFish

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 9 May 2012 14:20:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cassette-Tape-Business-Card-Holder/
Cassette Tape Business Card Holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7W/VUBT/H1QMLKQ1/F7WVUBTH1QMLKQ1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7W/VUBT/H1QMLKQ1/F7WVUBTH1QMLKQ1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7W/VUBT/H1QMLKQ1/F7WVUBTH1QMLKQ1.SMALL.jpg Jer_Faludi It turns out cassette tapes are exactly the right size for a business card case.  People of a certain age, like me, have lots of old tapes sitting around uselessly.  You can give one a second life! Choose a cool tape Start with a cool tape, like these.  And no, don't be horrified that this "museu...
By: Jer_Faludi

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 May 2012 02:05:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Secret-Hollow-Book/
How to Make a Secret Hollow Book - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD6/PNLQ/H0KL0VVB/FD6PNLQH0KL0VVB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD6/PNLQ/H0KL0VVB/FD6PNLQH0KL0VVB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD6/PNLQ/H0KL0VVB/FD6PNLQH0KL0VVB.SMALL.jpg craftknowitall I have some really nice pearls, yet no place to keep them safe.  Then I saw this (http://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Hollow-Book) on Wiki How.  Yes, the perfect idea.  I went to the “Book Store” at our local library.  They sale used library book there, $1.00 of hard bound and 25¢ for paper backs. Since...
By: craftknowitall

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Apr 2012 19:15:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Upcycled-window-frame-scarf-organizer/
Upcycled window frame scarf organizer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/NNRR/H1ERN1OJ/FSPNNRRH1ERN1OJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/NNRR/H1ERN1OJ/FSPNNRRH1ERN1OJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/NNRR/H1ERN1OJ/FSPNNRRH1ERN1OJ.SMALL.jpg suzelac So, you have an old window and you don't know what to do with it, but you want to do something crafty? Well friends, I have a solution for you - the upcycled window frame scarf, bag, and accessory display! Read on if you want to go from having an old window pane to a stylish and visually appealing s...
By: suzelac

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:57:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Old-Film-Strip-Upcycled-into-a-Film-Gift-Bow/
Old Film Strip Upcycled into a Film Gift Bow - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/2RU2/H1AH6Y5K/F4S2RU2H1AH6Y5K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/2RU2/H1AH6Y5K/F4S2RU2H1AH6Y5K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/2RU2/H1AH6Y5K/F4S2RU2H1AH6Y5K.SMALL.jpg poofrabbit Greetings Instructable fans and fanatics!  Today's 'able will teach you how to use old film and crate a fantastic gift bow!  The school where I work was cleaning house and some old projector film about the moon and planets were getting thrown out.  I snagged them out of the trash before getting dum...
By: poofrabbit

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 22 Apr 2012 17:31:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-an-Art-Kit-from-a-DVD-Case/
How to Make an Art Kit from a DVD Case - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY6/W598/H15NE42Q/FY6W598H15NE42Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY6/W598/H15NE42Q/FY6W598H15NE42Q.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY6/W598/H15NE42Q/FY6W598H15NE42Q.SMALL.jpg craftknowitall I have a daughter who loves to color (she take after her mother).  I found an adult (more difficult than a child’s) coloring book for her birthday.  Then I came across this on pintrest, (http://stacyvaughnblog.blogspot.ca/2012/04/dvd-coloring-case.html) and when she pinned it off my board, I just ...
By: craftknowitall

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 17 Apr 2012 19:16:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Reforming-Soap-Scraps/
Reforming Soap Scraps - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXU/992F/H0OJ21DC/FXU992FH0OJ21DC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXU/992F/H0OJ21DC/FXU992FH0OJ21DC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXU/992F/H0OJ21DC/FXU992FH0OJ21DC.SMALL.jpg mmchenry Many people buy bar soap in bulk, but the money you save often gets tossed when you stop using the scraps. Everyone does it. I got sick of throwing money in the trash and decided to start saving the scraps of bar soap. I melt them down once a quarter or so in a small saucepan and form a few new bars...
By: mmchenry

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 Apr 2012 09:59:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Turn-a-T-shirt-into-a-Shrug/
How to Turn a T-shirt into a Shrug - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/NJ1Q/H05NHCNL/FSPNJ1QH05NHCNL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/NJ1Q/H05NHCNL/FSPNJ1QH05NHCNL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/NJ1Q/H05NHCNL/FSPNJ1QH05NHCNL.SMALL.jpg craftknowitall I knew it was too good to be true when I bought this T-shirt at the Dollar Store.  It shrunk to become too short the first time I washed it.  Oh, but I loved the color, I look really good in this color.  So I put it way until the right project came for me to use it.   Then, I saw this Pintrest, a ...
By: craftknowitall

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Apr 2012 12:14:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/5-Gallon-Bucket-Swing/
5-Gallon Bucket Swing - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP5/JCES/H0OJ3UHB/FP5JCESH0OJ3UHB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP5/JCES/H0OJ3UHB/FP5JCESH0OJ3UHB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP5/JCES/H0OJ3UHB/FP5JCESH0OJ3UHB.SMALL.jpg bennelson Build a simple toddler swing from a 5-Gallon Bucket! You and your tot will have tons of fun in the backyard with this affordable and easy-to-build DIY project! To get started, you'll need tools and materials! TOOLS: Drill  Jig-saw MATERIALS 5-Gallon Bucket Rope Get a Bucket To start with...
By: bennelson

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Apr 2012 11:53:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Scoochmaroo-Challenge-Reuse/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYU/TBM7/H006CFWV/FYUTBM7H006CFWV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYU/TBM7/H006CFWV/FYUTBM7H006CFWV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYU/TBM7/H006CFWV/FYUTBM7H006CFWV.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo   Follow Me to hear about all of the Scoochmaroo Challenges. This Week's Challenge: Reuse!   For some examples of the prizes in use, check out the MakeDo website or their Instructable page   Winners (alphabetical ord...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 13 Apr 2012 11:55:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Titanic-Hat/
Titanic Hat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOI/Z2AK/H0HWDLI9/FOIZ2AKH0HWDLI9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOI/Z2AK/H0HWDLI9/FOIZ2AKH0HWDLI9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOI/Z2AK/H0HWDLI9/FOIZ2AKH0HWDLI9.SMALL.jpg makedo-able Sunday 15th April marks the 100th anniversary of one of the most renowned and romanticised tragedies of all time; the sinking of the Titantic. At Makedo, we're getting into character with this Titanic Hat in preparation for the many Titanic centennial dramas and documentaries about to hit TV screen...
By: makedo-able

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 12 Apr 2012 17:42:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Perpetual-CalendarPen-holder/
Perpetual Calendar/Pen holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/OB06/G4PBPE9U/F78OB06G4PBPE9U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/OB06/G4PBPE9U/F78OB06G4PBPE9U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/OB06/G4PBPE9U/F78OB06G4PBPE9U.SMALL.jpg bauble Make a perpetual calendar with magnetic numbers that can be moved each month. The magnetic numbers can be put on any metal surface but why not put them on a decorated food can and have a multi use pen holder? **** I am aware that this is a similar idea to www.instructables.com/id/Keylendar/ The id...
By: bauble

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Jan 2010 02:33:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Makedo-Easter-Bunny/
Makedo Easter Bunny - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXL/JS59/GZUB3NSR/FXLJS59GZUB3NSR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXL/JS59/GZUB3NSR/FXLJS59GZUB3NSR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXL/JS59/GZUB3NSR/FXLJS59GZUB3NSR.SMALL.jpg makedo-able Make an Easter Bunny this coming holidays. Our Easter Bunny is made from very simple materials found around any home. We used an egg carton for the head (to hide our chocolate goodies inside), old kitchen sponges for the ears, a cake mix box for the body, two plastic lids like ones you might find o...
By: makedo-able

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 29 Mar 2012 17:32:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/UPCYCLED-PLASTIC-BAG-DRYING-RACK/
UPCYCLED PLASTIC BAG DRYING RACK - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/TPFN/GZKG38RA/FQ7TPFNGZKG38RA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/TPFN/GZKG38RA/FQ7TPFNGZKG38RA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/TPFN/GZKG38RA/FQ7TPFNGZKG38RA.SMALL.jpg sparkleponytx A our house we try to re-use or upcycle whenever and whatever we can. So we save and re-use plastic bags. We wash them in dish soap and hot water, then air dry. The problem is where to dry them? In the past we have stuck them on bottles or upside-down in the dish rack but these methods didn't work w...
By: sparkleponytx

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 13 Mar 2012 01:20:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Extreme-Recycling-Mailbox/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZJ/MSNG/GZMIUJK2/FZJMSNGGZMIUJK2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZJ/MSNG/GZMIUJK2/FZJMSNGGZMIUJK2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZJ/MSNG/GZMIUJK2/FZJMSNGGZMIUJK2.SMALL.jpg teddybear101 The perfect way to recycle your old microwave. This is perfect for big packages, it is weather proof, and easy for the mailman (and it's really easy for people to find our house). And where we live we have problems with the wind always pulling open the door of our mailbox, but this one stays closed....
By: teddybear101

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Mar 2012 10:47:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cardboard-Box-Moose-Head-Wall-Hanging/
Cardboard Box Moose Head Wall Hanging - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMD/LKV3/GYZNVD18/FMDLKV3GYZNVD18.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMD/LKV3/GYZNVD18/FMDLKV3GYZNVD18.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMD/LKV3/GYZNVD18/FMDLKV3GYZNVD18.SMALL.jpg N36 OK, so this is my first instructable, so be gentle!  What to do with an old cardboard box?  Easy, make a moose head with it...  I'll show you how. Takes about 2-3 hours. You will need There is a good chance you already have all the bits and pieces necessary already (making this pretty much FREE ...
By: N36

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 25 Feb 2012 05:30:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Woven-Tote-bag/
Woven Tote bag - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDH/DLGR/GYUQT53J/FDHDLGRGYUQT53J.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDH/DLGR/GYUQT53J/FDHDLGRGYUQT53J.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDH/DLGR/GYUQT53J/FDHDLGRGYUQT53J.SMALL.jpg katvanlew This would be a perfect beach bag. I used 20 pound dog food bags for this project. You will need 3 or 4 of them. You will also need a large poster frame, scotch tape, fabric for the lining, sewing machine, scissors, measuring tape and straight pins.Cut the bottoms off the bags and then look for wher...
By: katvanlew

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Feb 2012 20:46:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Shorten-a-cardboard-box/
Shorten a cardboard box. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD6/7PJB/GAA12XTG/FD67PJBGAA12XTG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD6/7PJB/GAA12XTG/FD67PJBGAA12XTG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD6/7PJB/GAA12XTG/FD67PJBGAA12XTG.SMALL.jpg tenthbowl  Many times when packing an item to ship I find I still have alot of space left in the box.  More space means more packing material is needed and the box ends up weighing more.  Extra space also means more chance of the the item moving around during shipment and possibly getting damaged in the proce...
By: tenthbowl

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Jun 2010 21:41:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/flower-of-drinking-straws/
flower of drinking straws - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/8PPT/GYJXYIP8/FOF8PPTGYJXYIP8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/8PPT/GYJXYIP8/FOF8PPTGYJXYIP8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/8PPT/GYJXYIP8/FOF8PPTGYJXYIP8.SMALL.jpg dagelias THIS IS THE PERFECT MOTHER`S DAY GIFT!   All you need is some old straw and a pair of scissors! You can do this after a birthday party, just take the straws that the guests have used, wash them and follow the next steps! Remember to rate, subscribe and share! Cutting up the straws How long ...
By: dagelias

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 Feb 2012 05:39:40 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Makedo-paper-heart-chain/
Makedo paper heart chain - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F94/X8J9/GYIIIK0X/F94X8J9GYIIIK0X.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F94/X8J9/GYIIIK0X/F94X8J9GYIIIK0X.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F94/X8J9/GYIIIK0X/F94X8J9GYIIIK0X.SMALL.jpg makedo-able Decorate your home by making a paper hearts chain. All you need is left over gift wrap, patterned paper and Makedo re-pins and re-clips available at mymakedo.com. Find Source sheets of reclaimed gift wrap and patterned paper. Cut Cut the sheets into strips 30mm wide. Cut Cut the 30mm strips...
By: makedo-able

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 Feb 2012 16:05:18 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Laptop-CaseBag-out-of-an-Old-Wetsui/
How to Make a Laptop Case/Bag out of an Old Wetsuit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO3/UVAL/GYC4KQHW/FO3UVALGYC4KQHW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO3/UVAL/GYC4KQHW/FO3UVALGYC4KQHW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO3/UVAL/GYC4KQHW/FO3UVALGYC4KQHW.SMALL.jpg StaceyDoesStuff I'm a surfer who tends to collect extra wetsuits and surfboards so all my friends can learn! In doing this, I've collected a few too many, and some are wayyyy beyond a permanent date with the dumpster. The laptop case I got as a gift says its made out of 'wetsuit neoprene' and I got the idea to ma...
By: StaceyDoesStuff

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 Feb 2012 00:45:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Budweiser-Box-Cardboard-Wall-Mounted-Mail-Holder/
Budweiser Box Cardboard Wall Mounted Mail Holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRE/J9DD/GY4RAK5P/FREJ9DDGY4RAK5P.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRE/J9DD/GY4RAK5P/FREJ9DDGY4RAK5P.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRE/J9DD/GY4RAK5P/FREJ9DDGY4RAK5P.SMALL.jpg mindofclay Still having too many Budweiser cartons, and too much time and no life, I gave my liver a break and did some more crafting. Living with two other alcoholics, it's not only empties that pile up, but the multitude of mail, bills, menus that are junking up the place. I know I could burn them, especiall...
By: mindofclay

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 Feb 2012 08:26:10 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Budweiser-Cardboard-Box-Shelf/
Budweiser Cardboard Box Shelf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJC/C3HT/GY4ROSMN/FJCC3HTGY4ROSMN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJC/C3HT/GY4ROSMN/FJCC3HTGY4ROSMN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJC/C3HT/GY4ROSMN/FJCC3HTGY4ROSMN.SMALL.jpg mindofclay Being an insufferable alcoholic with a lot of time on my hands, I came across the instructable by aweekfromthursday titled  d.i.y. cardboard shelf. I took inspiration from it and having all these leftover Budweiser boxes, I figured I could craft something besides liver damage. Things you will need:...
By: mindofclay

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 Feb 2012 12:58:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Deepsea-Murloc-Hat/
Deepsea Murloc Hat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE5/H7BH/GY18W709/FE5H7BHGY18W709.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE5/H7BH/GY18W709/FE5H7BHGY18W709.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE5/H7BH/GY18W709/FE5H7BHGY18W709.SMALL.jpg supersoftdrink Deepsea murlocs appeared in Azeroth after the Cataclysm.  They can be found in the depths of the Great Sea in areas like Vashj'ir, just off the coast of Khaz Modan and Stormwind.  Unlike their amphibious coast-dwelling cousins, deepsea murlocs are seemingly blind, have a monstrous underbite, and spo...
By: supersoftdrink

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:58:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Zip-ties-candle-holder/
Zip ties candle holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F85/6FXV/GXXSDLYB/F856FXVGXXSDLYB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F85/6FXV/GXXSDLYB/F856FXVGXXSDLYB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F85/6FXV/GXXSDLYB/F856FXVGXXSDLYB.SMALL.jpg dagelias I found some old zip ties and tough that they where too good to be tossed, so a made a candle holder out of it! This is a really easy instructable, you will only need: old used zip ties (40 units or more) knife disassemble the zip ties If you do like me, and use old zip ties, you will have to dis...
By: dagelias

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 28 Jan 2012 03:02:06 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-Plastic-Yarn/
How to make Plastic Yarn - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/DV3K/GXL5UON2/FKRDV3KGXL5UON2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/DV3K/GXL5UON2/FKRDV3KGXL5UON2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/DV3K/GXL5UON2/FKRDV3KGXL5UON2.SMALL.jpg krabs This Instructables is here to show you how to create plastic yarn or plarn. Plastic yarn is made from old plastic bags and saves you money from buying regular yarn! You can do all kinds of crafts with plarn. Crocheting and Knitting are just two of the few that most people know. Now lets get started!...
By: krabs

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2012 07:59:53 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Washing-Machine-Door-Salad-Bowl/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1R/PYA1/GXBJZ9NJ/F1RPYA1GXBJZ9NJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1R/PYA1/GXBJZ9NJ/F1RPYA1GXBJZ9NJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1R/PYA1/GXBJZ9NJ/F1RPYA1GXBJZ9NJ.SMALL.jpg bertus52x11 There are many good parts in old washing machines. One of them is the Door. This I'ble will show you how to turn a Washing Machine Door into a Salad Bowl. Step 1: Determine the type of screws or bolts in the door and disassemble it. Step 2: Rip off the hard plastic cover. Usually a screwdriver and ...
By: bertus52x11

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:22:56 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Pet-Bottle-Caddy/
Pet (plastic) Bottle Caddy! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F45/2NJC/GXBJJ6C8/F452NJCGXBJJ6C8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F45/2NJC/GXBJJ6C8/F452NJCGXBJJ6C8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F45/2NJC/GXBJJ6C8/F452NJCGXBJJ6C8.SMALL.jpg shazni With the world being so polluted we should start recycling. Where better to start encouraging then in school! Here is a simple art/ anything caddy, using Pet bottles. It is  a good project for both boys and girls as it uses the basic skills necessary for both sexes...like simple carpentry and  sewin...
By: shazni

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 18:30:33 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycle-Christmas-cards-into-gift-tags/
Recycle Christmas cards into gift tags! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP9/ACKO/GX8ZS8KY/FP9ACKOGX8ZS8KY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP9/ACKO/GX8ZS8KY/FP9ACKOGX8ZS8KY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP9/ACKO/GX8ZS8KY/FP9ACKOGX8ZS8KY.SMALL.jpg jessyratfink A very simple and easy project to do with all those Christmas cards you're sure to wind up with during the holidays. :) Special thanks to Jayefuu for coming up with the idea! What you'll need: old christmas cards a cutting mat clear cutting ruler x-acto knife or something simila...
By: jessyratfink

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2012 15:13:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Food-drivers-How-to-make-upcycled-place-settings-/
Food-drivers (How to make upcycled place settings made with screwdrivers handles) by Samuel Bernier - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHC/ZXLH/GX3LRFZF/FHCZXLHGX3LRFZF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHC/ZXLH/GX3LRFZF/FHCZXLHGX3LRFZF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHC/ZXLH/GX3LRFZF/FHCZXLHGX3LRFZF.SMALL.jpg Samuel Bernier There is weird a phenomenon happening in my kitchen drawer. Somehow, every single item from my flatware is different from the next. I have to say that I don't remember ever buying a table set. Forks, spoons and knives were given to me by family members or friends after moving out of my parents’ plac...
By: Samuel Bernier

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2012 08:59:11 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Grocery-Bag-Shoes/
Grocery Bag Shoes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL8/27DM/GX5XJVEH/FL827DMGX5XJVEH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL8/27DM/GX5XJVEH/FL827DMGX5XJVEH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL8/27DM/GX5XJVEH/FL827DMGX5XJVEH.SMALL.jpg neeebs This is my first instructable! I came up with this idea of making shoes after i learned how to fuse plastic bags. I don't really explain in detail how to do it in this but you can look it up and its pretty straight forward. I wanted to make something but i didn't want to make a big dress or anything...
By: neeebs

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 8 Jan 2012 13:23:30 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/retro-3d-retro-fit/
retro 3d retro-fit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQD/XWE2/GWSJMW7U/FQDXWE2GWSJMW7U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQD/XWE2/GWSJMW7U/FQDXWE2GWSJMW7U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQD/XWE2/GWSJMW7U/FQDXWE2GWSJMW7U.SMALL.jpg fishinigami Have you ever wanted to watch something in the old "blue n' red" 3d, but found that those cardboard glasses just weren't good enough? If you've gone to one of those "realD" movies you know that at the end you are left with a pair of glasses you paid 2 bucks for but you can't do anything with anymor...
By: fishinigami

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 30 Dec 2011 15:50:33 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Slate-Coasters/
Slate Coasters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1P/RG29/GWF5U2BQ/F1PRG29GWF5U2BQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1P/RG29/GWF5U2BQ/F1PRG29GWF5U2BQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1P/RG29/GWF5U2BQ/F1PRG29GWF5U2BQ.SMALL.jpg jonnyd55 This is a super cheap, super easy project that results in a super cool product :) Cost Slate £ free (offcuts, speak to your local roofer) Foam 75p per A4 sheet (most art / craft shops) Total = 50p per pack of 4 tiles....... that's 12.5p per tile!!!!! Mark out slate Use a ruler and a stick of ...
By: jonnyd55

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 29 Dec 2011 06:30:33 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/GHOSTBUSTERS-GHOST-TRAP-GIFT-BOX/
Ghostbusters Ghost Trap Gift Box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/V81Z/GWINSNWF/FZNV81ZGWINSNWF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/V81Z/GWINSNWF/FZNV81ZGWINSNWF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/V81Z/GWINSNWF/FZNV81ZGWINSNWF.SMALL.jpg M.C. Langer (If you like my Instructables, please vote for me! Thanks) If your Christmas gift needs a special wrap... WHO YA GONNA CALL? People forget the real meaning of the Holidays. No, it's not about family, it's not about friendship and sharing and gifts and Santa and Jesus. NOOOO! These are the days be...
By: M.C. Langer

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Dec 2011 13:27:10 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/INSTRUCTABLES-ROBOTTHE-MAKING/
INSTRUCTABLES ROBOT."THE MAKING". - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F40/FJCU/GWF6EW5I/F40FJCUGWF6EW5I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F40/FJCU/GWF6EW5I/F40FJCUGWF6EW5I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F40/FJCU/GWF6EW5I/F40FJCUGWF6EW5I.SMALL.jpg Mr.Sanchez Based in the original work of Rupert Valero.Just want to share how to made your own Instructables Robot with recycled stuff.Does anybody knows if he had a Name::? Stuff & Tools Body. Some plastic recipients have this shape. This one is from a Ladies beauty cream. Head, Legs and arms. A Yel...
By: Mr.Sanchez

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 25 Dec 2011 17:46:02 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Foam-wall-decore-and-frames/
Foam wall decore and frames - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5H/XUC3/GW89MDQ0/F5HXUC3GW89MDQ0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5H/XUC3/GW89MDQ0/F5HXUC3GW89MDQ0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5H/XUC3/GW89MDQ0/F5HXUC3GW89MDQ0.SMALL.jpg shazni I love making things and gifting them...else what am i to do with so many things around the house! :-) Here is some thing you can gift for a newborn  or any child for that matter. PLEASE Don't forget to vote for me ...(that is if you wish to)...it's on the top right hand corner I've entered in the ...
By: shazni

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:42:01 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/BATTERIES-NOT-INCLUDED-INSPIRED-DESK-JUNKBOT/
"*BATTERIES NOT INCLUDED" INSPIRED DESK JUNKBOT - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3S/QB86/GW3WR5QC/F3SQB86GW3WR5QC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3S/QB86/GW3WR5QC/F3SQB86GW3WR5QC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3S/QB86/GW3WR5QC/F3SQB86GW3WR5QC.SMALL.jpg M.C. Langer (If you like my Instructable, please vote for me in the Holiday Gifts Contest. Thanks!) Last week I found a metallic housing from a lamp. Lucky of me, it has two holes. First thing I thought? The "*Batteries Not Included" movie! (Big surprise...) So, for the umpteenth time, lets make a BNI inspire...
By: M.C. Langer

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 20:12:41 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-Post-It-Notes/
How To Make Post It Notes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOR/XWV6/GVA8ECS9/FORXWV6GVA8ECS9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOR/XWV6/GVA8ECS9/FORXWV6GVA8ECS9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOR/XWV6/GVA8ECS9/FORXWV6GVA8ECS9.SMALL.jpg sunshiine Post it notes are nice to have,  but in my opinion they are a luxury I do not want to spend money on.  I decided to make my own.  I remember seeing an article on yahoo or one of the news type web pages a few months ago about how to make your own.  When the Office Supply contest was posted,  I though...
By: sunshiine

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 Nov 2011 00:44:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Glass-Bottle-Cheese-Tray/
Recycled Glass Bottle Cheese Tray - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIX/K1LS/GVSACQYM/FIXK1LSGVSACQYM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIX/K1LS/GVSACQYM/FIXK1LSGVSACQYM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIX/K1LS/GVSACQYM/FIXK1LSGVSACQYM.SMALL.jpg susanrm You may have seen these beautiful items sold for $20 to $50, but if you are lucky enough to own a kiln, you can make them yourself for only the cost of the electricity. They make wonderful gifts and conversation pieces. This is my first slumping project. I've done a number of other glass pieces, bu...
By: susanrm

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Dec 2011 21:21:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Repurposed-Etched-Glass-Spice-Jars/
Repurposed Etched Glass Spice Jars... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2S/UDK0/GVOX0IG2/F2SUDK0GVOX0IG2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2S/UDK0/GVOX0IG2/F2SUDK0GVOX0IG2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2S/UDK0/GVOX0IG2/F2SUDK0GVOX0IG2.SMALL.jpg WUVIE As an avid recycler, I often find myself admiring the numerous boxes of glass bottles in our garage, awaiting their fate. When I noticed more than a dozen empty bottles from one particular product, I knew I had a problem there must be something else I could do other than toss them into a recycling b...
By: WUVIE

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Dec 2011 15:26:47 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Weekly-Make-It-Challenge-Bottles/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK5/6E2F/GVJCIXQB/FK56E2FGVJCIXQB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK5/6E2F/GVJCIXQB/FK56E2FGVJCIXQB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK5/6E2F/GVJCIXQB/FK56E2FGVJCIXQB.SMALL.jpg mikeasaurus   Follow me to hear about all of the Weekly Make It Challenges. This Week's Challenge: Bottles! Make something awesome out of any type of bottle and win some great prizes! I enjoy reading everyone's interprets of the themes for these Challenges. It was tough to pick the finalists, but luckily ...
By: mikeasaurus

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 28 Nov 2011 16:27:01 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Vintage-Book-Repurposed-Purse/
Vintage Book Repurposed Purse! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3K/HDQ2/GVIYJM65/F3KHDQ2GVIYJM65.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3K/HDQ2/GVIYJM65/F3KHDQ2GVIYJM65.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3K/HDQ2/GVIYJM65/F3KHDQ2GVIYJM65.SMALL.jpg TabbyDeAnne Oh, what to do! What to do! I've got tons of vintage books and nowhere to put them. I've put them on eBay and no one wants them. I've also tried to donate them to local thrift stores but the printed works are in very low demand so I was turned away and told to give them to libraries which also turne...
By: TabbyDeAnne

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 28 Nov 2011 15:12:45 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/No-Cost-Magazine-Gift-Wrap-Origami-Box-Bow/
No-Cost Magazine Gift Wrap, Origami Box & Bow - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8H/RH6T/GVA8E2NY/F8HRH6TGVA8E2NY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8H/RH6T/GVA8E2NY/F8HRH6TGVA8E2NY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8H/RH6T/GVA8E2NY/F8HRH6TGVA8E2NY.SMALL.jpg susanrm It's gift giving season! Not just because of the upcoming holidays, but because both my brother and nephew have birthdays in November. So every Thanksgiving is prime time for gift giving. In this piece I will show you how to make no-cost magazine gift wrap and an origami box and bow for creative an...
By: susanrm

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 Nov 2011 21:37:09 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Free-cycled-Tarping/
Free-cycled Tarping - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/V14P/GQOCKV8N/F4CV14PGQOCKV8N.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/V14P/GQOCKV8N/F4CV14PGQOCKV8N.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/V14P/GQOCKV8N/F4CV14PGQOCKV8N.SMALL.jpg klixtopher Do you have a leaky carport? Is it too dilapidated to warrant re-roofing? Do you want a temporary solution without spending money? Or maybe you just need a cheap tarp. I submit to you, gentle reader, the: "Amazing DIY Free-cycled Temporary Patched-up Redneck Roof/Shelter/Tarpaulin Repair Instructab...
By: klixtopher

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 Nov 2011 20:24:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-Own-Beautiful-NOOK-or-other-e-reader-C/
Make Your Own Beautiful NOOK (or other e-reader) Case - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE6/TBKL/GV5JF36U/FE6TBKLGV5JF36U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE6/TBKL/GV5JF36U/FE6TBKLGV5JF36U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE6/TBKL/GV5JF36U/FE6TBKLGV5JF36U.SMALL.jpg susanrm Last week, I received my refurbished NOOK in the mail. It's a pretty sturdy little thing, but I still wanted some protection for it that wasn't too bulky or expensive. I made a little duct-tape-and-cardboard case that was pretty and functional, but not for long term wear. In the meantime, I looked a...
By: susanrm

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 Nov 2011 06:48:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Magazine-vase-and-pencil-holder/
Magazine vase and pencil holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP0/7O81/GV0KXZSW/FP07O81GV0KXZSW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP0/7O81/GV0KXZSW/FP07O81GV0KXZSW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP0/7O81/GV0KXZSW/FP07O81GV0KXZSW.SMALL.jpg katvanlew What to do with all those old magazines? Well, here's a fun idea! This is a quick project, only takes a couple of hours for the pencil holder and maybe 3 for the vase. The supplies you will need for both are: 2 or 3 old magazines, (the vase needs between 50-60 pages and the pencil holder needs aroun...
By: katvanlew

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 17 Nov 2011 21:45:38 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Patchwork-coasters-in-a-chicken-can/
Patchwork coasters in a chicken can - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/OSNT/GUYMFTVP/FD9OSNTGUYMFTVP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/OSNT/GUYMFTVP/FD9OSNTGUYMFTVP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/OSNT/GUYMFTVP/FD9OSNTGUYMFTVP.SMALL.jpg katvanlew This is a good project to use some of those fabric scraps that you have left over. Supplies you will need: Can from chicken, 12.5 ounce. wash it well and remove the label. cereal box, fabric scraps, denim scraps, scissors, pinking shears, sewing machine, iron,measuring tape, hot glue gun and glue st...
By: katvanlew

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 Nov 2011 22:12:35 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Tarts-from-leftover-candles/
Tarts from leftover candles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8V/8T0S/GUVU8PG7/F8V8T0SGUVU8PG7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8V/8T0S/GUVU8PG7/F8V8T0SGUVU8PG7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8V/8T0S/GUVU8PG7/F8V8T0SGUVU8PG7.SMALL.jpg bri322 I figured out an easy way to make use of the still-delicious-smelling end of candles, once the wick burns out. You need: old candles dedicated ice cube tray a way to melt the wax a freezer tart warmer so you can melt your tarts Melt the wax Melt the wax.  You can use a candle warmer (same as a c...
By: bri322

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 Nov 2011 00:59:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Apron-from-a-plastic-bag/
Apron from a plastic bag - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6D/3SJX/GUKARX41/F6D3SJXGUKARX41.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6D/3SJX/GUKARX41/F6D3SJXGUKARX41.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6D/3SJX/GUKARX41/F6D3SJXGUKARX41.SMALL.jpg conservator My kids love playing with everything messy! Finger painting, clay, mud, plain water. I wanted to have something to protect them and their clothes from it. So I decided to have a plastic apron for them. I had a lot of plastic bags and as they are not biodegradable we rarely throw them away and try ...
By: conservator

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