http://www.instructables.com Thu, 23 May 2013 15:07:36 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Shuttle-Tat/
How to Shuttle Tat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ6/SGE5/HGZO2F0O/FJ6SGE5HGZO2F0O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ6/SGE5/HGZO2F0O/FJ6SGE5HGZO2F0O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ6/SGE5/HGZO2F0O/FJ6SGE5HGZO2F0O.SMALL.jpg craftknowitall I have been tatting for over 20 years, I love it, yet I have been very reluctant to put down in writing how to do it.  Yet when I look at other peoples tutorials, they seem to miss important parts that hung me up until I found someone to teach me.  I have taught many people how to tat and I have sev...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 22 May 2013 14:51:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sticks-Strings-Loom/
Sticks + Strings Loom - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F37/J00R/HGU2DEDL/F37J00RHGU2DEDL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F37/J00R/HGU2DEDL/F37J00RHGU2DEDL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F37/J00R/HGU2DEDL/F37J00RHGU2DEDL.SMALL.jpg jkishi Are you interested in weaving but don't have access to a loom? This instructable will teach you how to create your own DIY loom made out of sticks and strings. All you need to get started is a couple of sticks, yarn, scissors, and cardboard. The Sticks and Strings Loom is a simple, fun, and inexpens...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 07:44:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sock-Monkey-Finger-Puppet/
Sock Monkey Finger Puppet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FII/IBUJ/HFSHUIWW/FIIIBUJHFSHUIWW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FII/IBUJ/HFSHUIWW/FIIIBUJHFSHUIWW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FII/IBUJ/HFSHUIWW/FIIIBUJHFSHUIWW.SMALL.jpg heatherluvs Sock Monkey Finger Puppet. My own crochet pattern. What You Will Need 5-5.5 mm Crochet Hook White Yarn Red Yarn Brown Yarn  Safety Eyes Tapestry Needle Body With white yarn Ch 2. Row 1: Sc 6 in 2nd ch from hook. Sl st in beg ch. Row 2: Ch 1. 2 sc in ea st around. Sl st in beg ch. Row 3: ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 4 May 2013 17:28:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Purple-Mask/
Purple Mask - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYA/I8DK/HFWSTQ5P/FYAI8DKHFWSTQ5P.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYA/I8DK/HFWSTQ5P/FYAI8DKHFWSTQ5P.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYA/I8DK/HFWSTQ5P/FYAI8DKHFWSTQ5P.SMALL.jpg dismissie This was originally going to be like a regular pair of glasses and not a mask, but along the way the direction changed.  This is all pretty much free-form crocheting.  There isn't any pattern, but I took a lot of photos. Supplies This instructable does not need very many supplies: crochet cotton...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2013 15:08:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Wind-a-Center-Pull-Ball-of-Yarn-by-Hand/
How to Wind a Center-Pull Ball of Yarn by Hand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9U/EY2H/HFWSTEEC/F9UEY2HHFWSTEEC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9U/EY2H/HFWSTEEC/F9UEY2HHFWSTEEC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9U/EY2H/HFWSTEEC/F9UEY2HHFWSTEEC.SMALL.jpg LeafingLight I love the convenience of a center-pull ball of yarn as you're knitting or crocheting, but don't have a handy-dandy ball winder to make that happen. So, I use this simple method to wind up my yarn by hand.  Gather your materials. Gather your materials. With this method, all you need is the yarn y...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:08:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Crochet-Gandalf-the-Grey/
Crochet Gandalf the Grey - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0X/DZ8J/HFD1F325/F0XDZ8JHFD1F325.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0X/DZ8J/HFD1F325/F0XDZ8JHFD1F325.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0X/DZ8J/HFD1F325/F0XDZ8JHFD1F325.SMALL.jpg ChrysN In this instructable I will show you how to crochet Gandalf the Grey.   He has a staff that lights up and the bowl of his pipe glows in the dark.  My Gandalf is as was described in the book The Hobbit: ...an old man with a staff. He had a tall pointed blue hat, a long grey cloak, a silver scarf ove...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 17 Apr 2013 11:33:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Knit-a-Round-Purple-Dish-Cloth/
Knit a Round Purple Dish Cloth - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/U3UG/HF244GF3/F87U3UGHF244GF3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/U3UG/HF244GF3/F87U3UGHF244GF3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/U3UG/HF244GF3/F87U3UGHF244GF3.SMALL.jpg craftknowitall Over 10 years ago a friend brought me a pattern for a round, knitted dish cloth, and challenged me to figure it out.  I was already love to the idea of knitted dish clothes so I accepted the challenge.  It took me a while to figure out what the pattern was trying to get me to do.  When the first o...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 9 Apr 2013 07:46:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Baby-Owl-Hat/
Baby Owl Hat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/5AHD/HET13A58/F7F5AHDHET13A58.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/5AHD/HET13A58/F7F5AHDHET13A58.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/5AHD/HET13A58/F7F5AHDHET13A58.SMALL.jpg Natalina Four of my friends just had babies this past month.  Of course this means it's knitting time!  I thought that knitting a baby hat would be easy - just take an adult size hat, and scale it down, right?  So I set to work, and made something that was way too small - apparently newborn heads are larger ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Apr 2013 18:11:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cherry-on-Top-Crocheted-Brooch/
Cherry on Top Crocheted Brooch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F07/PUUY/HET12LL1/F07PUUYHET12LL1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F07/PUUY/HET12LL1/F07PUUYHET12LL1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F07/PUUY/HET12LL1/F07PUUYHET12LL1.SMALL.jpg maize An easy project even for the beginner. A pdf can be downloaded from my blog here: http://maizehutton.blogspot.com/2013/03/cherry-on-top-crocheted-brooch-pattern.html Ingredients Ingredients: Scraps of cotton yarn (fingering weight) or embroidery floss 2.0 mm hook Pinback Needle/thread Scissors...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Mar 2013 10:52:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Amigurumi-Seahorse-Crochet-Pattern/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWQ/5Q4N/HD8Z1BSX/FWQ5Q4NHD8Z1BSX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWQ/5Q4N/HD8Z1BSX/FWQ5Q4NHD8Z1BSX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWQ/5Q4N/HD8Z1BSX/FWQ5Q4NHD8Z1BSX.SMALL.jpg ursaminor I originally designed this seahorse because there seemed to be a lack of amigurumi seahorse patterns on the internet...or at least any patterns that I liked. All the patterns I looked at were for semi-realistic looking seahorses, and I wanted something that...wasn't so realistic. So I set out to mak...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 19 Feb 2013 13:23:15 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Fun-With-Yarn/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/PM0P/GN1I61UO/FR3PM0PGN1I61UO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/PM0P/GN1I61UO/FR3PM0PGN1I61UO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/PM0P/GN1I61UO/FR3PM0PGN1I61UO.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo "Fun With Yarn" is a collection of 15 whimsical projects for all levels of yarn crafting skill.  Whether you're into knitting, crochet, or felting, you're sure to find something fun and inspiring!  Learn how to knit a giant lego, crochet the Starship Enterprise, or felt an adorable bird in a nest. ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Apr 2011 16:27:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Knit-2/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUR/IJ1B/GHDS6NZU/FURIJ1BGHDS6NZU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUR/IJ1B/GHDS6NZU/FURIJ1BGHDS6NZU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUR/IJ1B/GHDS6NZU/FURIJ1BGHDS6NZU.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo How to Knit provides full step-by-step instructions to teach you the ropes of knitting. Learn everything from casting on to binding off, and even whip up a few simple knitted gifts! All projects come from Instructables.com, are written by knitting experts, and contain pictures for each step so you c...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Dec 2010 14:36:59 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Love-can-be-small-Show-your-love-put-in-a-small-c/
Love can be small: Show your love put in a small crochet heart. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/RPZ9/HCV8NMA0/F6NRPZ9HCV8NMA0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/RPZ9/HCV8NMA0/F6NRPZ9HCV8NMA0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/RPZ9/HCV8NMA0/F6NRPZ9HCV8NMA0.SMALL.jpg emilyvanleemput This is my first own crochet design and I really want to share it. So, if you are looking for something you can give your valentine, why don't you try this? what do you need just the normal crocheting stuff - yarn - crochet needle - scissors  the chain Start with a slip stitch. Then, make a ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Feb 2013 11:39:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-Knits/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMQ/9OOW/GJ289VE2/FMQ9OOWGJ289VE2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMQ/9OOW/GJ289VE2/FMQ9OOWGJ289VE2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMQ/9OOW/GJ289VE2/FMQ9OOWGJ289VE2.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Quick Knits is a collection of 13 easy projects you can knit up in no time!  Hats, scarves, dishcloths and mustaches - we've got it all.  Got a free afternoon? These simple projects are quick to knit up, and make great last-minute gifts.  All projects come from Instructables.com, are written by quic...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 18 Jan 2011 17:57:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Manly-Knits/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/XOXR/GJQEIA6X/FUCXOXRGJQEIA6X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/XOXR/GJQEIA6X/FUCXOXRGJQEIA6X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/XOXR/GJQEIA6X/FUCXOXRGJQEIA6X.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Real men knit.  "Manly Knits" is your guide to real manly knitting ideas.  Whether the term "cast-on" is foreign to you, or you're ready to knit up a full-on skull balaclava, we've got great ideas to inspire your next project.  Knit yourself a Steve Zissou hat, a giant moustache, a beard warmer, and...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 Feb 2011 10:56:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Fingerless-Mittens/
Fingerless Mittens - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRO/DJBD/HBUZH5S7/FRODJBDHBUZH5S7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRO/DJBD/HBUZH5S7/FRODJBDHBUZH5S7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRO/DJBD/HBUZH5S7/FRODJBDHBUZH5S7.SMALL.jpg Mama Reni Fingerless mittens help keep your hands warm without blocking any dextarity for your fingers.  You can write, type, pick up small items while keeping your hands warm.  As it turns out they are a quick easy knit and you can be as creative as you like with the designs.  I was able to make two pair fro...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 16 Jan 2013 20:31:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-Easy-KNITTED-FINGERLESS-MITTENS/
Quick & Easy KNITTED FINGERLESS MITTENS - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW9/A959/HAVGJXMP/FW9A959HAVGJXMP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW9/A959/HAVGJXMP/FW9A959HAVGJXMP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW9/A959/HAVGJXMP/FW9A959HAVGJXMP.SMALL.jpg Susan Cirigliano Last year I knit a scarf for my niece as a Christmas gift.. This year she asked me to make her some fingerless hand warmers. This a very quick and easy idea I came up with.  supplies basic knitting skills yarn needles darning needle scissors  ruler Cast on cast on 20 stitches I used size 13 ne...
By: Susan Cirigliano

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 Jan 2013 15:37:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Braided-macrame-plant-hanger/
Braided macrame plant hanger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZC/9WRR/HAQ310XA/FZC9WRRHAQ310XA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZC/9WRR/HAQ310XA/FZC9WRRHAQ310XA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZC/9WRR/HAQ310XA/FZC9WRRHAQ310XA.SMALL.jpg David Catriel I've had this pretty good looking spider plant sitting on a table for ages and have been wanting to hang it up but never had the time to go shopping for a hanger. Then I remembered I had some twine lying around and decided I'd try to make one. It turns out that this type of craft is called macrame, ...
By: David Catriel

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 Jan 2013 14:18:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Kids-Knitted-Slippers/
Kids Knitted Slippers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQQ/MSC4/HAUNM06U/FQQMSC4HAUNM06U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQQ/MSC4/HAUNM06U/FQQMSC4HAUNM06U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQQ/MSC4/HAUNM06U/FQQMSC4HAUNM06U.SMALL.jpg craftknowitall After I started wearing the slippers I made here: http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Slippers/, my 5 year old granddaughter told her Mom that she wanted slippers for Christmas.  I decided I would make slippers for each of the 4 grandkids which will be in our home on Christmas day.  I spent 12 hou...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 19 Dec 2012 13:32:55 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Bamboo-Yarn-Bowl/
Bamboo Yarn Bowl - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/T1VY/HAQ30N4O/FF8T1VYHAQ30N4O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/T1VY/HAQ30N4O/FF8T1VYHAQ30N4O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/T1VY/HAQ30N4O/FF8T1VYHAQ30N4O.SMALL.jpg dtextor So your girlfriend likes knitting things and x-mas is coming soon? Making her a beautiful bamboo yarn bowl that keeps the yarn from getting entangled and unrolls the yarn would be a nice option. -------------------------------------- Materials needed - wooden bowl (I used a bamboo bowl from Ikea)...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 17 Dec 2012 12:11:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Just-Ducky/
Just Ducky - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY1/1DP9/HAE69JXV/FY11DP9HAE69JXV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY1/1DP9/HAE69JXV/FY11DP9HAE69JXV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY1/1DP9/HAE69JXV/FY11DP9HAE69JXV.SMALL.jpg Yarnabees This Ducky is just adorable, you can crochet this in a day if you know the basic stitches and have crocheted before.  What you will need: MATERIALS: Crochet Hook Size G-6 Safety Eyes Size 9mm Vanna’s Choice Ducky (A) Vanna’s Choice Terracotta (B) Cluster Fluff-fiber fill 1 Blunt Needle Stitch Mar...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 7 Dec 2012 19:52:13 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Stitched-Yarn-Multi-Color-Winter-Scarf/
Stitched Yarn Multi-Color Winter Scarf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCO/06F4/HABC5866/FCO06F4HABC5866.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCO/06F4/HABC5866/FCO06F4HABC5866.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCO/06F4/HABC5866/FCO06F4HABC5866.SMALL.jpg clschmidt14 The great thing about this project is that you can use any combination of colors and yarn textures you can come up with; I have listed what I used to make an 8 ft long scarf that is 7-8 inches wide. YOU WILL NEED: Yarn: 100 yards- base color yarn 100 yards- base color yarn in a different texture 20...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 5 Dec 2012 17:51:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Multicolor-Infinity-Scarf/
Multicolor Infinity Scarf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIC/5Y7S/HA4MB9OG/FIC5Y7SHA4MB9OG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIC/5Y7S/HA4MB9OG/FIC5Y7SHA4MB9OG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIC/5Y7S/HA4MB9OG/FIC5Y7SHA4MB9OG.SMALL.jpg Susan Cirigliano This holiday season at work I decided to make my Secret Santa recipient a hand knit scarf. I wasnt certain of what color they would like so I made it multicolor.  Supplies I have a big basket of yarn with remnants left from other projects Needles etc You will also need knitting needles, I used...
By: Susan Cirigliano

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 5 Dec 2012 07:16:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Featured-Author-Penolopy-Bulnick/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN6/SH19/H9G19S5M/FN6SH19H9G19S5M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN6/SH19/H9G19S5M/FN6SH19H9G19S5M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN6/SH19/H9G19S5M/FN6SH19H9G19S5M.SMALL.jpg jessyratfink Nicole Smith, known as Penolopy Bulnick around the site, is the Community Support Manager here at Instructables. That basically means she is one of the first faces you'll see when you sign up here! She helps keep contests and challenges running smoothly, gives new authors advice and feedback on ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 20 Nov 2012 12:11:43 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Ombre-Dyed-Yarn-and-Studded-Leather-Handle-Knit-Ca/
Ombre Dyed Yarn and Studded Leather Handle Knit Carry-All - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAI/NPHH/H9G17H17/FAINPHHH9G17H17.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAI/NPHH/H9G17H17/FAINPHHH9G17H17.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAI/NPHH/H9G17H17/FAINPHHH9G17H17.SMALL.jpg technoplastique I love ombre and this method is a way to precisely control exactly how an ombre knits into a project. This Instructable covers dying the yarn, knitting it into a bag, adding a zipper and making studded leather handles. It don't go too deeply into the knitting, but it's just stockinette in the round ...
By: technoplastique

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Nov 2012 20:26:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Circular-Blanket-knitted-in-the-round/
Circular Blanket knitted in the round - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI3/JT8Q/H9G10OEI/FI3JT8QH9G10OEI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI3/JT8Q/H9G10OEI/FI3JT8QH9G10OEI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI3/JT8Q/H9G10OEI/FI3JT8QH9G10OEI.SMALL.jpg Danger is my middle name I love this blanket!  It is knit in the round using yarn overs to increase every other row which creates the spiral pattern.  I love knitting in the round because I don't have to constantly switch my needle back and forth, especially on projects as big as this.  I always make these blankets for fami...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Nov 2012 20:28:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Crocheted-Nesting-Boxes/
Crocheted Nesting Boxes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMH/FTSF/H9G17GX2/FMHFTSFH9G17GX2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMH/FTSF/H9G17GX2/FMHFTSFH9G17GX2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMH/FTSF/H9G17GX2/FMHFTSFH9G17GX2.SMALL.jpg Reifflouise Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Nov 2012 18:13:45 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Shaded-Yarn-Skein-Dyed-With-Kool-Aid/
Shaded Yarn Skein - Dyed With Kool-Aid - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/6HDB/H9G19K2T/FHK6HDBH9G19K2T.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/6HDB/H9G19K2T/FHK6HDBH9G19K2T.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/6HDB/H9G19K2T/FHK6HDBH9G19K2T.SMALL.jpg VeryBadDogs This is an easy way to hand-dye yarn in colors that gradually change shades across the entire screen.  As a bonus, it's cheap and safe - because you're dyeing with Kool-Aid.  You can pick up your dyestuff at any grocery store, and everything is food-safe, so there's no need to have separate utensils...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Nov 2012 23:28:47 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cable-plait-scarf/
Cable-plait scarf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL4/J0BN/H9G10RF1/FL4J0BNH9G10RF1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL4/J0BN/H9G10RF1/FL4J0BNH9G10RF1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL4/J0BN/H9G10RF1/FL4J0BNH9G10RF1.SMALL.jpg Kitewife I knit. A lot. Kiteman has been telling me for a long time that I should start creating my own patterns, and I have finally given in; this scarf is my first wholly-original project. What you need Obviously you'll need wool.  I used King Cole Haze double knit* wool, and 4mm needles.  Because t...
By: Kitewife

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Nov 2012 12:37:40 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Branch-Weaving/
Branch Weaving - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXV/ZXHV/H9G19MNJ/FXVZXHVH9G19MNJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXV/ZXHV/H9G19MNJ/FXVZXHVH9G19MNJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXV/ZXHV/H9G19MNJ/FXVZXHVH9G19MNJ.SMALL.jpg wold630 Branch weaving is sort of a combination of yarn bombing (which I would love to do someday on a massive scale) and a dream catcher. It is different and fun to be able to bring an item from nature into the home as an art piece. I first saw branch weaving on the blog Natural Suburbia when I was search...
By: wold630

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Nov 2012 12:38:00 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Crochet-Ood/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB0/D1Q7/H9K2FQTK/FB0D1Q7H9K2FQTK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB0/D1Q7/H9K2FQTK/FB0D1Q7H9K2FQTK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB0/D1Q7/H9K2FQTK/FB0D1Q7H9K2FQTK.SMALL.jpg Elwing I have already made several Cthulhus with this free pattern from Cthulucrochet http://cthulhucrochet.blogspot.de/2008/05/tiny-cthulhu-free-pattern.html I'm a big fan of Doctor Who and so, one day, I thought I could easily make an Ood with this pattern. I only needed to use other colours and made som...
By: Elwing

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Nov 2012 06:52:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Freeform-Crochet-bag/
Freeform Crochet bag: - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHJ/IQ1L/H9G0W7S8/FHJIQ1LH9G0W7S8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHJ/IQ1L/H9G0W7S8/FHJIQ1LH9G0W7S8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHJ/IQ1L/H9G0W7S8/FHJIQ1LH9G0W7S8.SMALL.jpg Moogieof4 I have crocheted for years and make my own patterns, but recently I stumbled across 'Freeform Crochet' on flickr.  As soon as I saw this arty style of crochet I wanted to have a go! I upcycled a plain bag by covering it over with my own freeform crochet pieces.  I hope to inspire any fellow crochete...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 17 Nov 2012 10:28:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Yarn-Beard/
The Yarn Beard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIY/U7NR/H9G0SR7N/FIYU7NRH9G0SR7N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIY/U7NR/H9G0SR7N/FIYU7NRH9G0SR7N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIY/U7NR/H9G0SR7N/FIYU7NRH9G0SR7N.SMALL.jpg 69valentine Tired of waiting forever to grow the beard of your dreams? Does your facial hair come in all patchy? Want to look like a Viking? Then this is the Instructable for you. Bear in mind that this is not the sort of project that you start in the morning and have a foot long beard to wear out at brunc...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 15 Nov 2012 17:49:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Yarn-Pendant-and-Jewelry-Holder/
Yarn Pendant and Jewelry Holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHU/TH01/H9G16GPQ/FHUTH01H9G16GPQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHU/TH01/H9G16GPQ/FHUTH01H9G16GPQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHU/TH01/H9G16GPQ/FHUTH01H9G16GPQ.SMALL.jpg shizy25 My sister is an Instructable addict :-) In fact it was she who convinced me to join instructable.(perhaps to vote for her haha). Any way she was now pushing me to try making instructables.. :-) ...So here it is...my second instructable ( the idea is hers... though the work is mine :-)  ) Yarn Yarn...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 15 Nov 2012 05:01:30 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Woven-Wool-Purse/
Woven Wool Purse - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5I/KH8D/H9G0SCZT/F5IKH8DH9G0SCZT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5I/KH8D/H9G0SCZT/F5IKH8DH9G0SCZT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5I/KH8D/H9G0SCZT/F5IKH8DH9G0SCZT.SMALL.jpg ChrysN I wove this small purse on a frame loom using variegated wool and a bit of gold ribbon. I knotted the warp yarn and added some beads for the fringe. Weaving I had actually started this a while ago and I don't take any pictures when I started out.  I used my frame loom and wove a piece that was 4...
By: ChrysN

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 Nov 2012 10:22:27 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Color-Falling-to-Earth/
Color Falling to Earth - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXQ/4DWC/H9G17CVA/FXQ4DWCH9G17CVA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXQ/4DWC/H9G17CVA/FXQ4DWCH9G17CVA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXQ/4DWC/H9G17CVA/FXQ4DWCH9G17CVA.SMALL.jpg cookery In the autumn I can hear the plunk, plunk, plunk of walnuts falling from the trees. You sure don't want to be standing under the trees on a windy day! Little green globes fill the grass. Left unnoticed and untouched they will slowly disappear. Not dissolving...but carried away by squirrels to be bur...
By: cookery

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 13 Nov 2012 10:13:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/scarves/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5W/V827/H9G15L93/F5WV827H9G15L93.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5W/V827/H9G15L93/F5WV827H9G15L93.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5W/V827/H9G15L93/F5WV827H9G15L93.SMALL.jpg emilyvanleemput winter is coming, and we all want a nice scarf! So, why spend your money on it at the store if you can MAKE it?!?! null null null null null null null null null null null null null null null null
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 12 Nov 2012 21:38:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Peasy-No-Sew-Breezy-Yarn-Scarf/
Easy Peasy No-Sew Breezy Yarn Scarf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/OPRB/H9G0SCKU/FXEOPRBH9G0SCKU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/OPRB/H9G0SCKU/FXEOPRBH9G0SCKU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/OPRB/H9G0SCKU/FXEOPRBH9G0SCKU.SMALL.jpg BigSkyCntry This colorful, multi-textured scarf is so very fun and easy to make!  Not only will you enjoy making several for yourself, but also as gifts for your friends and family.  Enjoy! Materials Yarn Scissors Measuring tape I have selected eight different textures and colors of yarns to make our scarf....
By: BigSkyCntry

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 12 Nov 2012 21:09:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/String-Voodoo-Dolls/
String Voodoo Dolls! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNJ/CMNQ/H994RHV3/FNJCMNQH994RHV3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNJ/CMNQ/H994RHV3/FNJCMNQH994RHV3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNJ/CMNQ/H994RHV3/FNJCMNQH994RHV3.SMALL.jpg doodlecraft Make your own String Voodoo Dolls! Okay...let's start with a disclaimer. I did this project with my 10 and 8 year old kids. I thought this would be a fun kid craft...but it turned out to be a little harder than anticipated... so I ended up doing all the wrapping... and they came in to decorate. Th...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 12 Nov 2012 05:16:33 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Filet-Crochet-Name-Doily/
Filet Crochet Name Doily - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWM/KDFJ/H9947C9X/FWMKDFJH9947C9X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWM/KDFJ/H9947C9X/FWMKDFJH9947C9X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWM/KDFJ/H9947C9X/FWMKDFJH9947C9X.SMALL.jpg craftknowitall In Filet Crochet chains and double crochets are used to create a grid, and double crochets are used to fill the grid spaces to create the pattern.  I was first introduced to it by my mother who created a name doily for me for Christmas.  My children each wanted one, but my mom had made so many tha...
By: craftknowitall

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Nov 2012 15:33:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Light-weight-short-ankle-sock/
Light weight short ankle sock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZI/2HHB/H97KVXBP/FZI2HHBH97KVXBP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZI/2HHB/H97KVXBP/FZI2HHBH97KVXBP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZI/2HHB/H97KVXBP/FZI2HHBH97KVXBP.SMALL.jpg jdsilence This is a short sock that is comfortable and light.  The techniques used to construct this sock include knitting in the round on double point needles, short rows, and the Kitchener stitch.   I cannot include any information about the gauge of my knitting because I am one of those knitters that just...
By: jdsilence

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 8 Nov 2012 14:28:02 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-an-amigurumi-Platypus/
Making an amigurumi Platypus - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHU/1ALR/H994TBNF/FHU1ALRH994TBNF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHU/1ALR/H994TBNF/FHU1ALRH994TBNF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHU/1ALR/H994TBNF/FHU1ALRH994TBNF.SMALL.jpg YellowZealot As a bored college student you find ways to occupy your time. Some of us are creative, and we do things like this. Others are just boring and play vidya all day. So here's how to make an Amigurumi platypus, or,  how I spent my weekend. What you'll need. Two colors of Yarn The recommended crochet ...
By: YellowZealot

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 9 Nov 2012 17:30:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Basket-Weave-Skull-Cap/
Basket Weave Skull Cap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNI/RMMJ/H994VIQP/FNIRMMJH994VIQP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNI/RMMJ/H994VIQP/FNIRMMJH994VIQP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNI/RMMJ/H994VIQP/FNIRMMJH994VIQP.SMALL.jpg EnkiNo.5 With cool weather coming in, it might be a good idea to make a few of these to keep your head warm, as well as anyone you care about. This is a simple Skull Cap that is pretty easy to make and can work up pretty quickly; all in all, it took me about 3.5 hours to make and document. MATERIALS: - ...
By: EnkiNo.5

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 8 Nov 2012 20:37:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Crocheted-Flower-Case-for-Kindle-eReaders/
Crocheted Flower Case for Kindle eReaders - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIH/6953/H994RHYN/FIH6953H994RHYN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIH/6953/H994RHYN/FIH6953H994RHYN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIH/6953/H994RHYN/FIH6953H994RHYN.SMALL.jpg CreativeToto I got my mom a Kindle as an early Christmas gift and decided to make a case to go with it.  My mom has a thing for 'butter yellow', but a plain yellow case was too boring so I added some flowers for a bit of color.  It has a cute spring-y look about it in the end.  The case is designed to be use wi...
By: CreativeToto

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 8 Nov 2012 12:32:03 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Using-a-drop-spindle/
Using a drop spindle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3D/D5KP/H97JQXXB/F3DD5KPH97JQXXB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3D/D5KP/H97JQXXB/F3DD5KPH97JQXXB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3D/D5KP/H97JQXXB/F3DD5KPH97JQXXB.SMALL.jpg lucylollipop The quickest and easiest way to have a go at spinning your own fibre is to use a drop spindle. In this instructable I'll go through the basic method of creating a 2-ply yarn ready for knitting. There are lots of ways to purchase fibre, and, for this, I have used Corriedale Roving, commercially prep...
By: lucylollipop

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Nov 2012 14:35:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/HANDmade-scarf/
HANDmade scarf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9V/2PTK/H91LG6QG/F9V2PTKH91LG6QG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9V/2PTK/H91LG6QG/F9V2PTKH91LG6QG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9V/2PTK/H91LG6QG/F9V2PTKH91LG6QG.SMALL.jpg emilyvanleemput In this instructable, I'm gonna tell you how to make this scarf with your hands as only tool. It can be a little tricky when you've just started, but after a few minutes you'll notice how easy it actually is. How to start Make a slip stitch and put it arond your little finger.  Then, weave the th...
By: emilyvanleemput

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Nov 2012 11:56:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Scrappy-bag/
The Scrappy bag - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2P/HEB4/H8VUDRKL/F2PHEB4H8VUDRKL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2P/HEB4/H8VUDRKL/F2PHEB4H8VUDRKL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2P/HEB4/H8VUDRKL/F2PHEB4H8VUDRKL.SMALL.jpg The Gingham Ginger What to do with all that scrap yarn??? Why make a bag! Supplies - Scrap Yarn - Light weight water soluble stabilizer - Fabric for straps and lining of bag How much you need of these items depends on the size of the bag you are making. You will also need to use a sewing machine. Cut! - Decide ...
By: The Gingham Ginger

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 31 Oct 2012 13:06:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Stitching-Crocheted-Bracelets/
Stitching Crocheted Bracelets - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/3JWS/H8CVKDMG/FJO3JWSH8CVKDMG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/3JWS/H8CVKDMG/FJO3JWSH8CVKDMG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/3JWS/H8CVKDMG/FJO3JWSH8CVKDMG.SMALL.jpg melodicmetallove This project was somewhat of an experiment for me. I've never done any embroidery, and have only done very little cross stitch (Though I am interested in both). I had found a pattern for making simple crochet bracelets, and after making one, I wondered what it might be like if I were to add some dec...
By: melodicmetallove

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 17 Oct 2012 13:04:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Instructables-Robot-TP-Dispenser/
Instructables Robot T.P. Dispenser - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRY/9L04/H7URCBS1/FRY9L04H7URCBS1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRY/9L04/H7URCBS1/FRY9L04H7URCBS1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRY/9L04/H7URCBS1/FRY9L04H7URCBS1.SMALL.jpg craftknowitall If you are inexperienced in embroidery, a simple but fun way to learn some of the basic stitches is the use of plastic canvas.  It can be cut and decorated and whipped together to create 3D objects. The basic stitches used in working with plastic canvas are the whip stitch, the satin stitch and th...
By: craftknowitall

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Oct 2012 19:50:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Razor-Caddy-for-Shower-Crochet-Pattern/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/ZHKL/H742P3OZ/FCPZHKLH742P3OZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/ZHKL/H742P3OZ/FCPZHKLH742P3OZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/ZHKL/H742P3OZ/FCPZHKLH742P3OZ.SMALL.jpg crystals creations Don't you hate it when your disposable razor has rusted because it lays on the side of the tub or sink in a small puddle of water? ME TOO!!  I have a small apartment with only one bathroom.  And I have two teen-age daughters, so we have alot of razors laying around in the shower.  Recently, I croc...
By: crystals creations

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