http://www.instructables.com Mon, 28 May 2012 17:10:33 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Spy-Vest/
Spy Vest - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7A/CB64/H27LRGEL/F7ACB64H27LRGEL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7A/CB64/H27LRGEL/F7ACB64H27LRGEL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7A/CB64/H27LRGEL/F7ACB64H27LRGEL.SMALL.jpg libraryCat This is a vest with many pockets for travelling.  It is customizeable, made out of a vest and shirt I bought at  a thrift store. This instructable was inspired by a few different items on the market.  Basically it is just a vest with a lot of pockets in it, some of which are not immediately visable...
By: libraryCat

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 May 2012 20:35:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-An-Easy-Dress-For-Cheap/
How To Make An Easy Dress (For Cheap!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUG/L9S9/H1IMOZWG/FUGL9S9H1IMOZWG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUG/L9S9/H1IMOZWG/FUGL9S9H1IMOZWG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUG/L9S9/H1IMOZWG/FUGL9S9H1IMOZWG.SMALL.jpg Talk2thetrees Two facts about me: I'm cheap. I love dresses. I wear dresses probably 6 days out of the week. It's not that I one day just decided to wear dresses to feel cute and girly. Far from it. I spend a lot of time sitting at home, knitting, crocheting, painting. I also spend a lot of time in the car tra...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:25:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-infinity-dress/
The "infinity dress" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRY/UTR3/H0JS3OUT/FRYUTR3H0JS3OUT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRY/UTR3/H0JS3OUT/FRYUTR3H0JS3OUT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRY/UTR3/H0JS3OUT/FRYUTR3H0JS3OUT.SMALL.jpg nupharhall An infinity dress guide, which even a blond like me can understand! As I was browsing through the internet I stumbled upon the infinity dress, a dress that has an infinite different ways to wear it. While browsing through all of the different ways I could wear it, I found a few I really liked! I was...
By: nupharhall

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Apr 2012 15:51:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Ezio-Costume/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQV/9M66/GFRWQKXC/FQV9M66GFRWQKXC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQV/9M66/GFRWQKXC/FQV9M66GFRWQKXC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQV/9M66/GFRWQKXC/FQV9M66GFRWQKXC.SMALL.jpg LostRite Halloween 2010 costume. Ezio from Assassins Creed with working hidden blades :) As typical for my halloween adventures, I only capture pictures in the morning. By nighttime there is way to much fun (like jumping and popping balloons with your blades) to be concerned with taking enough pictures. sor...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 4 Nov 2010 22:14:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Sew./
How to Sew. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH5/AGXA/FEKDNUQL/FH5AGXAFEKDNUQL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH5/AGXA/FEKDNUQL/FH5AGXAFEKDNUQL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH5/AGXA/FEKDNUQL/FH5AGXAFEKDNUQL.SMALL.jpg jessyratfink This instructable will cover the basics of hand sewing - tools needed, threading the needle, knotting the thread, running stitch, basting stitch, backstitch, slipstitch, blanket stitch, whip stitch and finishing with knots. Please comment with what you'd like to learn! I know this is not everythin...
By: jessyratfink

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 2 Apr 2008 19:39:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Convert-A-Regular-Ironing-Board-Into-a-Quil/
How To Convert A Regular Ironing Board Into a Quilter's Ironing Board - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMA/KGW5/GYQFHW49/FMAKGW5GYQFHW49.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMA/KGW5/GYQFHW49/FMAKGW5GYQFHW49.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMA/KGW5/GYQFHW49/FMAKGW5GYQFHW49.SMALL.jpg TimS124 My wife and some of her friends are avid quilters. The blocks they make as they create new quilts need to be ironed along the way and a regular ironing board is a bit too small for their tastes.  They wanted something wider that also has a consistent width along its full length (no more pointy end f...
By: TimS124

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 Feb 2012 18:12:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Flannel-Infinity-Scarf/
DIY Flannel Infinity Scarf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLU/AK3E/GXA6YSI9/FLUAK3EGXA6YSI9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLU/AK3E/GXA6YSI9/FLUAK3EGXA6YSI9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLU/AK3E/GXA6YSI9/FLUAK3EGXA6YSI9.SMALL.jpg brittanyMakes I think you'll agree with me when I say, plaid rocks.  It never goes out of style.  Ask the Scottish or Welsh!  Come on, I know you secretly have a section of plaid shirts in your closet, and you wiped away tears when the trend went away in the 90's.  Plaid was hated for a bit after its overuse in t...
By: brittanyMakes

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 12:37:02 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Jacket-mod-stop-the-zipper-from-catching-the-fabr/
Jacket mod: stop the zipper from catching the fabric! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM5/KA9E/GXBNAS5I/FM5KA9EGXBNAS5I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM5/KA9E/GXBNAS5I/FM5KA9EGXBNAS5I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM5/KA9E/GXBNAS5I/FM5KA9EGXBNAS5I.SMALL.jpg Baronrc You know those little flaps of fabric that cover your jacket's zipper to stop heat loss via the zipper? Don't you hate it when they get caught in the zipper? I fattened those flaps up with thick string so that there'd be no extra fabric to get caught. I could have cut them off but then I'd have a li...
By: Baronrc

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2012 03:43:10 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Stuffed-Hobbes-with-pattern/
Stuffed Hobbes (with pattern) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFP/0JHD/GX6L79DH/FFP0JHDGX6L79DH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFP/0JHD/GX6L79DH/FFP0JHDGX6L79DH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFP/0JHD/GX6L79DH/FFP0JHDGX6L79DH.SMALL.jpg seamster The comic strip Calvin and Hobbes was wildly popular through its run in the papers. Like most people, I've always been a fan, and now my kids are as well. This year for Christmas, I thought a stuffed Hobbes doll would make a great gift for one of my sons. The artist of the strip, Bill Watterson, re...
By: seamster

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 Jan 2012 23:37:39 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-Cutout-Back-Lined-Dress-with-a-Center-Bac/
Making a Cutout Back Lined Dress with a Center Back Zipper - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8E/XCPG/GVIYNDWB/F8EXCPGGVIYNDWB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8E/XCPG/GVIYNDWB/F8EXCPGGVIYNDWB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8E/XCPG/GVIYNDWB/F8EXCPGGVIYNDWB.SMALL.jpg Cation Designs There are tutorials online for making back cutouts in dresses with side zippers, but I couldn't find any for dresses with center back zippers, so I thought it through and tried it. I wanted a diamond cutout to echo the shape of Superman's logo, since my dress was made with Superman fabric. You can ...
By: Cation Designs

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 30 Nov 2011 18:44:43 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Giant-Inflatable-Robot/
Giant Inflatable Robot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBA/365M/GVIYN4JO/FBA365MGVIYN4JO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBA/365M/GVIYN4JO/FBA365MGVIYN4JO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBA/365M/GVIYN4JO/FBA365MGVIYN4JO.SMALL.jpg otherlab Otherlab has been doing a lot of inflatable fabrication lately, and we thought it was about time to write an Instructable about it.  What better subject to inflatable-ize than the Instructables robot itself?  Here's the high level view of the fabrication process. Design 3D model and decompose into...
By: otherlab

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 Nov 2011 12:02:39 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Seamless-body-suit/
"Seamless" body suit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSV/9UGX/GP7IF96P/FSV9UGXGP7IF96P.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSV/9UGX/GP7IF96P/FSV9UGXGP7IF96P.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSV/9UGX/GP7IF96P/FSV9UGXGP7IF96P.SMALL.jpg fluffydragon This instructable is a 'how-to' on making a body suit for a costume appear to be seamless.  One of the things I hate about doing body paint was that it was expensive and rubbed off, or it was time-consuming to apply, or there's paint brush marks, or any number of other issues.  Using a bodysuit rest...
By: fluffydragon

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 26 Jun 2011 20:05:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-tailor-your-own-shirt/
How to tailor your own shirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/GTDR/F2NOBLUB/FQ7GTDRF2NOBLUB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/GTDR/F2NOBLUB/FQ7GTDRF2NOBLUB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/GTDR/F2NOBLUB/FQ7GTDRF2NOBLUB.SMALL.jpg threadbanger Recently, we received a video submission from John Paul. He wanted to know how to make a baggy shirt fit, because we all know how expensive it is to get a shirt made specifically tailored for you.We're going to show you a little method that we think is the best called the "Pinch and Pin"To watch the...
By: threadbanger

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Jun 2007 14:47:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-sew-on-a-button/
How to sew on a button! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F00/OLMO/GSUT13W6/F00OLMOGSUT13W6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F00/OLMO/GSUT13W6/F00OLMOGSUT13W6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F00/OLMO/GSUT13W6/F00OLMOGSUT13W6.SMALL.jpg jessyratfink Sewing on a button is very simple once you know how to do it! I'll teach you how to sew on both shank and flat buttons so you're covered anytime one falls off. :) Types of buttons. Flat buttons are the most common kind - they're what you'll find on dress shirts and most clothing. They have two o...
By: jessyratfink

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 22 Sep 2011 10:08:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-n-Dirty-Steampunk-US-Civil-War-Foraging-/
Quick 'n' Dirty Steampunk / US Civil War Foraging Cap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFW/LJ2T/GRSXEVOS/FFWLJ2TGRSXEVOS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFW/LJ2T/GRSXEVOS/FFWLJ2TGRSXEVOS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFW/LJ2T/GRSXEVOS/FFWLJ2TGRSXEVOS.SMALL.jpg akumabito Those of you who are into the costuming aspect of Steampunk have probably noticed somehow your ensemble doesn't feel complete without some sort of hat. Bowlers, tophats and newsboy caps are easy enough to source. If you want to stand out, however, you might be interested in something different altog...
By: akumabito

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 26 Aug 2011 04:56:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Blackboard-Oil-Cloth-Lunchbag/
Blackboard/Chalk Cloth Lunchbag - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F89/MRIR/GRFN301X/F89MRIRGRFN301X.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F89/MRIR/GRFN301X/F89MRIRGRFN301X.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F89/MRIR/GRFN301X/F89MRIRGRFN301X.SMALL.jpg Facci Designs Due to the overwhelming response, I am asking for your support so I can manufacture these and get them in stores. I made some design changes...check out http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/575209219/write-on-lunch-bag and support me! An easy, fun way to make your kids lunch special. An easy-to-sew ...
By: Facci Designs

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 25 Aug 2011 10:33:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/T-shirt-Ruffle-Skirt/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Z/O4WC/GP7IHRPT/F1ZO4WCGP7IHRPT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Z/O4WC/GP7IHRPT/F1ZO4WCGP7IHRPT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Z/O4WC/GP7IHRPT/F1ZO4WCGP7IHRPT.SMALL.jpg happy limes
By: happy limes

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 9 Jul 2011 12:47:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Alien-Facehugger-Pillow-Pet/
Alien Facehugger Pillow Pet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/6BQ3/GP7IGQFU/FVC6BQ3GP7IGQFU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/6BQ3/GP7IGQFU/FVC6BQ3GP7IGQFU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/6BQ3/GP7IGQFU/FVC6BQ3GP7IGQFU.SMALL.jpg Kaisei13 New from the Weyland-Yutani Corporation!! With this cuddly companion in hand your children will no longer be scared when the Alien's invade.  My daughter is obsessed with the AvP game.  She has beat it at least 20 times and loves to run around the house hissing and trying to run up walls like a Xe...
By: Kaisei13

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Jul 2011 21:08:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Corset-for-the-Business-Professional/
Corset for the Business Professional - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBJ/FQ64/GOOP69GW/FBJFQ64GOOP69GW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBJ/FQ64/GOOP69GW/FBJFQ64GOOP69GW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBJ/FQ64/GOOP69GW/FBJFQ64GOOP69GW.SMALL.jpg lw119 Estimated Cost: ~$30-$50 (more if you don't already own the necessary tools) Estimated completion time: 15-20 hours Difficulty: Moderate - Challenging (dependent on skill level)  _______________________________________________________________________ I designed this corset for my wife who loves wea...
By: lw119

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 Jun 2011 17:17:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pillowcase-Pencil-Skirt-Tutorial/
Pillowcase Pencil Skirt Tutorial - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG8/J76C/GOO35QOU/FG8J76CGOO35QOU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG8/J76C/GOO35QOU/FG8J76CGOO35QOU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG8/J76C/GOO35QOU/FG8J76CGOO35QOU.SMALL.jpg thezenofmaking Check it out, ladies: a pillowcase that you can totally wear to the office! Supplies: * 1 pillowcase * 1 zipper (7" or 9") Tools: * Sewing machine (You can also sew by hand.) * Seam ripper * Straight pins * Fabric scissors or rotary cutter * Fabric pencil/tailor chalk * Measuring tape/ruler * Iron...
By: thezenofmaking

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 Jun 2011 13:09:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Romantic-Lace-Dress-Tutorial/
Romantic Lace Dress Tutorial - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBC/XX50/GO6V698Y/FBCXX50GO6V698Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBC/XX50/GO6V698Y/FBCXX50GO6V698Y.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBC/XX50/GO6V698Y/FBCXX50GO6V698Y.SMALL.jpg tiffhewlett I just want to state for the record that I am no seamstress. I am trial and error all the way. When I have something I want in my head, I just go for it, no pattern all willy nilly style. Sometimes it works out, sometimes it doesn't. Round one was one of the former times, but round two worked out sw...
By: tiffhewlett

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 May 2011 09:39:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Canvas-Camping-Chair/
Canvas Camping Chair - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSN/2IUA/F11S8SNZ/FSN2IUAF11S8SNZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSN/2IUA/F11S8SNZ/FSN2IUAF11S8SNZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSN/2IUA/F11S8SNZ/FSN2IUAF11S8SNZ.SMALL.jpg randofo I had this really great inflatable camping chair that I accidentally popped one afternoon while I used it to sit on the garage floor and disassemble a VCR. This incident greatly deflated my spirits, and set me out on a quest to create a replacement chair that wouldn't pop. And by-golly, I have don...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 May 2007 14:18:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Maze-Quilt-Design-Choices/
Maze Quilt - Design Choices - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3S/D1QD/GM552FAJ/F3SD1QDGM552FAJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3S/D1QD/GM552FAJ/F3SD1QDGM552FAJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3S/D1QD/GM552FAJ/F3SD1QDGM552FAJ.SMALL.jpg cfox I made a quilt following an intricate two-color gridded design, using basic unit piecing methods.  It's 55x41" with individual squares that finish to 1" in size. I'm going to share here what went into the design choices.  I will cover the construction details that are relevant to the nature of the ...
By: cfox

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Apr 2011 21:01:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-sew-a-quilt-Quilting-101/
How to sew a quilt! (Quilting 101) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTL/BVM9/GLWQW8X4/FTLBVM9GLWQW8X4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTL/BVM9/GLWQW8X4/FTLBVM9GLWQW8X4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTL/BVM9/GLWQW8X4/FTLBVM9GLWQW8X4.SMALL.jpg jessyratfink Quilting is my biggest passion. I think it's probably hereditary. :D I also think it's a skill that is useful beyond words... quilts are beautiful and functional and I consider them to be the greatest gift in the world. (Really, who wouldn't want a quilt?) They're family heirlooms, passed down thro...
By: jessyratfink

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Apr 2011 09:38:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Playable-Quilted-Mario-Snuggie/
Playable Quilted Mario Snuggie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F83/GNKN/GMG2IRV4/F83GNKNGMG2IRV4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F83/GNKN/GMG2IRV4/F83GNKNGMG2IRV4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F83/GNKN/GMG2IRV4/F83GNKNGMG2IRV4.SMALL.jpg Kaisei13 This is a request from my daughter.  All of her friends have snuggies and she felt left out.  I couldn’t just let her have any old snuggie  and thus this monster was born.  Not only can coins and power-ups be put in the question boxes, there are also two built in pockets.  One for your favorite Ma...
By: Kaisei13

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 3 Apr 2011 22:09:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Minecraft-Stuffed-Creeper-Doll/
Minecraft Stuffed Creeper Doll - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8O/V32S/GLWQZWHI/F8OV32SGLWQZWHI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8O/V32S/GLWQZWHI/F8OV32SGLWQZWHI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8O/V32S/GLWQZWHI/F8OV32SGLWQZWHI.SMALL.jpg DucttapeNinja Need a project for when you're away from your crafting table (computer desk)? Bring a bit of the Minecraft world into real life with a cuddly little creeper pal! The creeper's blocky geometric shape makes this a great beginner project for people unfamiliar with sewing. Also it's your best shot at g...
By: DucttapeNinja

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 3 Apr 2011 00:48:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Add-Pockets/
How to Add Pockets - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB4/WF8F/GLPH16A4/FB4WF8FGLPH16A4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB4/WF8F/GLPH16A4/FB4WF8FGLPH16A4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB4/WF8F/GLPH16A4/FB4WF8FGLPH16A4.SMALL.jpg Natalina Why on earth a perfectly good jacket like this didn't have pockets in a normal place is beyond me.  As you can see, it did have pockets at the bust, but I'm not going to walk around all day acting as my own bra, thank you very much.  If you have ever been in a similar dilemma, or wanted to add pocke...
By: Natalina

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 Mar 2011 18:07:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Keyboard-Cat/
Keyboard Cat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU9/90GZ/GLLI7I72/FU990GZGLLI7I72.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU9/90GZ/GLLI7I72/FU990GZGLLI7I72.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU9/90GZ/GLLI7I72/FU990GZGLLI7I72.SMALL.jpg UrbanThreads No, not THAT keyboard cat, silly. There's a new keyboard cat in town...  The the geeky lovechild of keyboard cat and long cat. Oh yeah, this cat has nerd to spare... Is your desk not up to your nerd standards? Do you have lolcats on your screen but not on your desk? Incidentally, do your wrists so...
By: UrbanThreads

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 Mar 2011 07:23:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Steampunk-Corset/
How to Make a Steampunk Corset - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT3/R324/GTUG0S60/FT3R324GTUG0S60.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT3/R324/GTUG0S60/FT3R324GTUG0S60.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT3/R324/GTUG0S60/FT3R324GTUG0S60.SMALL.jpg lw119 Estimated Cost: ~$30-$50 (more if you don't already own the necessary tools) Estimated completion time: 10-15 hours Difficulty: Moderate but accessible to newcomers _______________________________________________________________________ I have been making corsets for a few years now and I fr...
By: lw119

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Mar 2011 17:05:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/35mm-Film-Bag/
35mm Film Bag - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F94/JA16/GKS0SB08/F94JA16GKS0SB08.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F94/JA16/GKS0SB08/F94JA16GKS0SB08.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F94/JA16/GKS0SB08/F94JA16GKS0SB08.SMALL.jpg shesparticular Historically, 35mm film was made of triacetate, but newer film is made of mylar. This newer film is surprisingly durable, and can be pieced together to construct handbags and tote bags in a variety of sizes and shapes. The steps that follow document the construction of a medium-sized tote bag, but y...
By: shesparticular

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 6 Mar 2011 14:34:41 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Patternmaking-tips-for-Bras/
Patternmaking tips for Bras - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Y/MSLN/5ZAEP27RAYV/F3YMSLN5ZAEP27RAYV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Y/MSLN/5ZAEP27RAYV/F3YMSLN5ZAEP27RAYV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Y/MSLN/5ZAEP27RAYV/F3YMSLN5ZAEP27RAYV.SMALL.jpg jenna some patternmaking & sewing suggestions to help guide you through your first underwire experience breast basics before getting started, it is useful to review some basic breast physiology. you may have your own method for brushing up on this, but to aid in your research at home, here are one or t...
By: jenna

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Sep 2005 17:07:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Ninja-Turtle-Hat/
Ninja Turtle Hat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFG/05CJ/GJC3T1ZC/FFG05CJGJC3T1ZC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFG/05CJ/GJC3T1ZC/FFG05CJGJC3T1ZC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFG/05CJ/GJC3T1ZC/FFG05CJGJC3T1ZC.SMALL.jpg pie popper Materials To make a ninja turtle hat, you will need: _ Green Fleece _Red Fleece (Blue, purple or orange will also work) _White Fleece (just for the eyes) _Thread _Pins _Measuring tape _Pencil _Paper _Sewing machine Cutting Out Your Hat Pieces There are five parts to cutting this hat; the top...
By: pie popper

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 26 Jan 2011 10:38:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/T-shirt-Skirt/
T-shirt Skirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWV/QPXR/F44CIHH5/FWVQPXRF44CIHH5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWV/QPXR/F44CIHH5/FWVQPXRF44CIHH5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWV/QPXR/F44CIHH5/FWVQPXRF44CIHH5.SMALL.jpg jubilee This is a skirt that you customize for yourself. You can make the panels out of old t-shirts, old lace or you can buy all the materials if you want. It's fun to be resourceful and recycle. You can get really creative with the panels and do a theme...like Harley Davidson T-shirts. It doesn't have...
By: jubilee

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 14 Jul 2007 22:00:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Socks-into-Fingerless-Gloves/
Socks into Fingerless Gloves - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM6/L5HR/GI0TJ2GP/FM6L5HRGI0TJ2GP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM6/L5HR/GI0TJ2GP/FM6L5HRGI0TJ2GP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM6/L5HR/GI0TJ2GP/FM6L5HRGI0TJ2GP.SMALL.jpg tarzioo I'm a big fan of fingerless gloves. I love the warmth along with the functionality, not to mention they look wicked cool! This is my first real instructable to please bear with me... Materials needed: •needle •thread •scissors •ruler •snazzy high socks •basic knowledge of a blanket stitch Lay...
By: tarzioo

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 31 Dec 2010 10:56:36 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/4-in-1-Hat-Scarf-Fingerless-Gloves-Mitten-Pock/
4-in-1 Hat, Scarf, Fingerless Gloves & Mitten Pocket Combo! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLW/4CMX/G68H9I49/FLW4CMXG68H9I49.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLW/4CMX/G68H9I49/FLW4CMXG68H9I49.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLW/4CMX/G68H9I49/FLW4CMXG68H9I49.SMALL.jpg Chancery8 This 4-in-1 combo of a scarf, hat, fingerless gloves and mitten pocket saves space (no need to find a place to put your hat and gloves) and time (no more searching endlessly for that lost glove).  The hat keeps your ears warm so you don’t need earmuffs and has an optional opening for a ponyta...
By: Chancery8

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 7 Mar 2010 14:05:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Shirt-Skirt/
The Shirt Skirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/C80P/GFRWQZ48/FR0C80PGFRWQZ48.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/C80P/GFRWQZ48/FR0C80PGFRWQZ48.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/C80P/GFRWQZ48/FR0C80PGFRWQZ48.SMALL.jpg sewlikemymom The Shirt Skirt is the best skirt you'll ever own! It's shirred waistband allows has plenty of give and allows the wearer to be comfortable at all time. They're perfect for when you're pregnant, they're perfect for after you have the baby. They're perfect if you change size or shape or hate your clo...
By: sewlikemymom

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 5 Nov 2010 11:25:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/NES-Bedding-set/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9U/6QZQ/GXL666BB/F9U6QZQGXL666BB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9U/6QZQ/GXL666BB/F9U6QZQGXL666BB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9U/6QZQ/GXL666BB/F9U6QZQGXL666BB.SMALL.jpg rpaxton Thank you for checking out our project! As many of you know, my mother and I tried for a short time to remake this bedding set with the intent to start our own business. Fortunately/unfortunately, I was lucky enough to marry the love of my life this past year and have moved to another state! Because...
By: rpaxton

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Sep 2010 09:06:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Pokemon-Snuggie-Costume/
"Snuggie" Character Costume - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKZ/ZYY6/GHDS6R7X/FKZZYY6GHDS6R7X.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKZ/ZYY6/GHDS6R7X/FKZZYY6GHDS6R7X.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKZ/ZYY6/GHDS6R7X/FKZZYY6GHDS6R7X.SMALL.jpg LegoBrickMaster7 This cute costume is made of warm fleece and is great for wearing out on Halloween or just chillin' around the house. Good luck choosing which Pokemon you want to create your costume after! I got the idea for this after my good friend Max purchased a pair of Pikachu Pajamas. With a hefty price of ...
By: LegoBrickMaster7

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Aug 2010 15:12:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cargo-Scarf%3a-Free-your-hands%2c-and-your-mind-will-f/
Cargo Scarf: Free your hands, and your mind will follow! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/R370/F484NS6P/FA2R370F484NS6P.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/R370/F484NS6P/FA2R370F484NS6P.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/R370/F484NS6P/FA2R370F484NS6P.SMALL.jpg lovefromvirgil As much as I love purses, they're a pain. Aside from getting dropped, lost, and snatched on a regular basis, they almost always leave their carrier without a free hand for everyday tasks. A cargo scarf is the perfect, inconspicuous way to hold all your small essentials--keys, cash, pens, cigs, cell ...
By: lovefromvirgil

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 17 Jul 2007 02:28:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Zip-your-earbuds/
Zip your earbuds - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK2/J27I/GDBF9IBJ/FK2J27IGDBF9IBJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK2/J27I/GDBF9IBJ/FK2J27IGDBF9IBJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK2/J27I/GDBF9IBJ/FK2J27IGDBF9IBJ.SMALL.jpg Papydom This is a new way to keep your earbuds cord untangled. You need - some patience - some sewing ability - a long zipper Buying a long zipper might be rather expensive. Or you can be ingenious: I got mine by unsewing it from a plastic clothe cover I bought for 3$. Create the bottom of the ...
By: Papydom

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 Aug 2010 14:15:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sexy-top-for-Larissa-Riquelme/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX8/86TU/GD0R0MOY/FX886TUGD0R0MOY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX8/86TU/GD0R0MOY/FX886TUGD0R0MOY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX8/86TU/GD0R0MOY/FX886TUGD0R0MOY.SMALL.jpg giannyl My friend Larissa Riquelme had an interview with an Italian magazine and a Paraguayan football team shirt was all we had for the outfit, so i turned it into a sexy top fit for her style! Very easy and chic
By: giannyl

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 23 Aug 2010 18:53:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Lacy-Un-Mentionables/
Lacy Un-Mentionables - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGC/WYOC/GCPZM6ZD/FGCWYOCGCPZM6ZD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGC/WYOC/GCPZM6ZD/FGCWYOCGCPZM6ZD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGC/WYOC/GCPZM6ZD/FGCWYOCGCPZM6ZD.SMALL.jpg Carleyy Make your own sexy lingerie at home! Skills Learned: Pattern making from preexisting garments Sewing Lace Serger Zig-Zag stitch Underwear Elastic I am trying to teach myself how to sew.  I have found online tutorials and books to help me but none of them teach me what I want to learn, how I want t...
By: Carleyy

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 11 Aug 2010 21:17:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Ribbon-Charm-Choker/
Ribbon Charm Choker - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/UN4K/GCJ0ZJKS/FC2UN4KGCJ0ZJKS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/UN4K/GCJ0ZJKS/FC2UN4KGCJ0ZJKS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/UN4K/GCJ0ZJKS/FC2UN4KGCJ0ZJKS.SMALL.jpg AngryRedhead Most chokers, in my opinion, are far too small and very limited and have annoying amounts of skin-irritating metals.  If I'm going to wear jewelry or accessories, I want them to be big and rash-free.  It's a super special bonus to have pieces that are adaptable.  I recently rewatched Marie Antoinett...
By: AngryRedhead

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 8 Aug 2010 21:53:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/FASTEST-RECYCLED-T-SHIRT-TOTE-BAG/
FASTEST RECYCLED T-SHIRT TOTE BAG - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F66/X3KK/FUPUP10F/F66X3KKFUPUP10F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F66/X3KK/FUPUP10F/F66X3KKFUPUP10F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F66/X3KK/FUPUP10F/F66X3KKFUPUP10F.SMALL.jpg sewmargaretsew Are you looking for a great, low-cost recycling project to do at home or with a group? This is IT! This is a great way to use last season's team t-shirts or a previous year's event t-shirts! Re-purpose an unwanted t-shirt today and easily turn the shirt into a re-usable tote bag. With just two quic...
By: sewmargaretsew

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 May 2009 13:21:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cutest-Ever-Pillowcase-Shirt/
Cutest Ever Pillowcase Shirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYU/YZGY/GC4G14TT/FYUYZGYGC4G14TT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYU/YZGY/GC4G14TT/FYUYZGYGC4G14TT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYU/YZGY/GC4G14TT/FYUYZGYGC4G14TT.SMALL.jpg Ninzerbean I'm a huge fan of Japanese craft books in that though I can't read a word of what is written, the illustrations and photos are so easy to follow that I can make anything in them. This 'ible is written in that same vein, I hope the photo's are enough for you to follow without even reading the text, t...
By: Ninzerbean

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Aug 2010 18:05:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Necktie-Corset-Dress/
Steampunk Necktie Corset Dress - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8X/YX8L/GC4G0NV6/F8XYX8LGC4G0NV6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8X/YX8L/GC4G0NV6/F8XYX8LGC4G0NV6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8X/YX8L/GC4G0NV6/F8XYX8LGC4G0NV6.SMALL.jpg mercifulmaenad I loves me some steampunk.  To honor my new obsession, I decided to outfit myself as a steampunk fairy for upcoming dork festivals.  I have over fifteen years of sewing and crafting experience, but anyone with a basic knowledge of machine and hand stitcing (and perhaps a little faith and patience)...
By: mercifulmaenad

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 24 Jul 2010 13:18:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-Spider-Silk-Thread/
How to make Spider Silk Thread - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDC/B5Z2/GBB7H6JP/FDCB5Z2GBB7H6JP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDC/B5Z2/GBB7H6JP/FDCB5Z2GBB7H6JP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDC/B5Z2/GBB7H6JP/FDCB5Z2GBB7H6JP.SMALL.jpg Persona During the summer months, spider webs cover every corner, and every open space of my yard. These webs are humongous, the largest ones being about 5 feet wide. The webs I encounter in my garden are webs are from several kinds of Orb spiders. None of the spiders that build the giant webs in my garden ...
By: Persona

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 17 Jul 2010 21:02:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Enter-the-Summer-Sewing-Contest/
How To Enter the Summer Sewing Contest - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOQ/0DLP/GB0JQQF7/FOQ0DLPGB0JQQF7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOQ/0DLP/GB0JQQF7/FOQ0DLPGB0JQQF7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOQ/0DLP/GB0JQQF7/FOQ0DLPGB0JQQF7.SMALL.gif Contest Robot It's getting hot outside, which means it's time to freshen things up with some warm-weather sewing! We want to see what great summery projects you come up with, so we've teamed up with Singer to bring you the Summer Sewing Contest. The rules are simple: make a new Instructable that shows how to sew...
By: Contest Robot

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 10:21:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/TV-B-Gone-Hoodie/
TV-B-Gone Hoodie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5A/FJXF/FKYEASE3/F5AFJXFFKYEASE3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5A/FJXF/FKYEASE3/F5AFJXFFKYEASE3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5A/FJXF/FKYEASE3/F5AFJXFFKYEASE3.SMALL.jpg bekathwia Whenever I bring my TV-B-Gone out to restaurants, I always look real suspicious holding it up and pointing it around, so I've been looking for a more subtle and dinner-appropriate solution. I got zippered hoodie sweatshirt from the thrift store which had a convenient logo on the upper left front, co...
By: bekathwia

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Sep 2008 11:17:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Folded-Ribbon-Rose/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/0CYL/FEKDNZUC/FWZ0CYLFEKDNZUC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/0CYL/FEKDNZUC/FWZ0CYLFEKDNZUC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/0CYL/FEKDNZUC/FWZ0CYLFEKDNZUC.SMALL.jpg divanniekerk www.dicraft.co.za This video shows you in detail how to make a Folded Ribbon Rose for all you lovers of Ribbon Embroidery
By: divanniekerk

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