Instructables: exploring - living - easy - cheap - project http://www.instructables.com Sun, 19 May 2013 21:44:25 PDT BLOX v1.01 Marble Roller Coaster http://www.instructables.com/id/Marble-Roller-Coaster/
Marble Roller Coaster - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/TYKK/H7UQYT0A/FYWTYKKH7UQYT0A.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/TYKK/H7UQYT0A/FYWTYKKH7UQYT0A.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/TYKK/H7UQYT0A/FYWTYKKH7UQYT0A.SMALL.jpg WYE_Lance "We're doing the roller coasters?! Yes!!" That's the response I get from students who've taken my engineering classes before when they find out it's marble roller coaster day. It's a class favorite. Students get to build 20' long roller coasters with their friends! It's an open-ended, fast-paced, c...
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Mon, 8 Oct 2012 20:45:31 PDT
How to Make Mini Bows for Bobby Pins and Headbands http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Mini-Bows-for-Bobby-Pins-and-Headbands/
How to Make Mini Bows for Bobby Pins and Headbands - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMW/KWQ4/H4AGI308/FMWKWQ4H4AGI308.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMW/KWQ4/H4AGI308/FMWKWQ4H4AGI308.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMW/KWQ4/H4AGI308/FMWKWQ4H4AGI308.SMALL.jpg mynameiskorrine This tutorial is an easy and fast way to learn how to make mini bows for bobby pins and headbands. I think these are so cute and look great on just about everyone! What You Will Need -Fabric, not much at all. Any style or thickness you'd like -Sewing Machine -Scissors -Measuring Tape -Iron -Bobby...
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Sat, 7 Jul 2012 09:51:53 PDT
Easy DIY: Back Open T - shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-DIY-Back-Open-T-shirt/
Easy DIY: Back Open T - shirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ3/V1YI/H2ULRC1O/FQ3V1YIH2ULRC1O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ3/V1YI/H2ULRC1O/FQ3V1YIH2ULRC1O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ3/V1YI/H2ULRC1O/FQ3V1YIH2ULRC1O.SMALL.jpg giannyl Same old T-shirt but with a twist! See how can you recycle your t-shirt in two steps! Hope you all enjoy this video! :D First Setp #1: Use that boring t-shirt to transform, start by cutting the back side, right in the middle  #2: Safe with a pin the backside, only where the neck line is ...
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Thu, 31 May 2012 14:45:57 PDT
Hanging Yarn Ball Art http://www.instructables.com/id/Hanging-Yarn-Ball-Art-1/
Hanging Yarn Ball Art - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDY/HCA4/H1JUIE0I/FDYHCA4H1JUIE0I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDY/HCA4/H1JUIE0I/FDYHCA4H1JUIE0I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDY/HCA4/H1JUIE0I/FDYHCA4H1JUIE0I.SMALL.jpg mynameiskorrine I love these! They look great hanging at different lengths in a corner of a room. What You Will Need What You Will Need: -1 Bottle of Elmer's Glue -Corn Starch -Water -Measuring Cup - 100% Cotton Yarn - White or Light in Color (Feel free to try any color you want. I chose a lighter color, becaus...
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Sun, 29 Apr 2012 20:01:22 PDT
Thread Organizer out of a Cork Board and Toothpicks http://www.instructables.com/id/Thread-Organizer-out-of-a-Cork-Board-and-Toothpick/
Thread Organizer out of a Cork Board and Toothpicks - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0O/4KPU/H1KH9T5W/F0O4KPUH1KH9T5W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0O/4KPU/H1KH9T5W/F0O4KPUH1KH9T5W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0O/4KPU/H1KH9T5W/F0O4KPUH1KH9T5W.SMALL.jpg mynameiskorrine I cant tell you how many times I go digging in my sewing box and find all of the spools of thread twisted together! This project is going to make your sewing days a dream cruise...well, something like that. It's cute, cheap, and keeps you organized and I love organized. What You Will Need: What Y...
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Sun, 29 Apr 2012 07:25:20 PDT
Propeller-Powered Car http://www.instructables.com/id/Propeller-Powered-Car/
Propeller-Powered Car - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJU/HLRY/H0FLDCMR/FJUHLRYH0FLDCMR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJU/HLRY/H0FLDCMR/FJUHLRYH0FLDCMR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJU/HLRY/H0FLDCMR/FJUHLRYH0FLDCMR.SMALL.jpg WYE_Lance Although Instructables offers some similar projects, I want to show you how to make a propeller car that can easily be made by many kids in grades 1 and up. This car can travel up to 40ft on a smooth and flat surface! Most kids can complete the project in less than an hour. The Lesson ...
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Mon, 2 Apr 2012 11:06:35 PDT
No Sew T-shirt Infinity Scarf Tutorial http://www.instructables.com/id/No-Sew-T-shirt-Infinity-Scarf-Tutorial-1/
No Sew T-shirt Infinity Scarf Tutorial - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFW/4BQC/H1ZG6W1J/FFW4BQCH1ZG6W1J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFW/4BQC/H1ZG6W1J/FFW4BQCH1ZG6W1J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFW/4BQC/H1ZG6W1J/FFW4BQCH1ZG6W1J.SMALL.jpg mynameiskorrine This is probably one of the easiest DIY Projects I have posted. Not only is it really easy, but it also only takes about 10 minutes to do. What could be better than that? What You Will Need What You Will Need: -An Old T-Shirt that is XL (Go to a thrift store and get a L OR XL shirt that doesn't ...
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Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:26:50 PDT
Turn a Plain Barrette into a Colorful Hair Accessory http://www.instructables.com/id/Turn-a-Plain-Barrette-into-a-Colorful-Hair-Accesso/
Turn a Plain Barrette into a Colorful Hair Accessory - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/L2WX/H05NL08G/F6NL2WXH05NL08G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/L2WX/H05NL08G/F6NL2WXH05NL08G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/L2WX/H05NL08G/F6NL2WXH05NL08G.SMALL.jpg mynameiskorrine This tutorial is an easy way to turn old barrettes into cute spring accessories. You can also do this with headbands too! I love the colors on my new barrette! What You Will Need What You Will Need: -A Barrette -Super Glue -Different Colored Thread -Needle -Scissors Lets Begin! 1. Start by Tr...
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Sun, 25 Mar 2012 14:00:20 PDT
No Sew (or Knit!) Yarn Infinity Scarf Tutorial http://www.instructables.com/id/No-Sew-or-Knit-Yarn-Infinity-Scarf-Tutorial/
No Sew (or Knit!) Yarn Infinity Scarf Tutorial - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/JYP2/H05NSV2B/FZMJYP2H05NSV2B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/JYP2/H05NSV2B/FZMJYP2H05NSV2B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/JYP2/H05NSV2B/FZMJYP2H05NSV2B.SMALL.jpg mynameiskorrine This is a wonderfully Easy DIY No Sew Yarn Scarf tutorial! What You Will Need What You Will Need: -Yarn that is 5-7 oz. (5 ounces of Yarn will make a thinner scarf like the white or green scarf shown above. 7 ounces of Yarn will make a thicker one like the red scarf) -Scissors -Two Chairs (or o...
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Fri, 23 Mar 2012 13:27:59 PDT
How to Make Wall Art out of Toilet Paper Rolls http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Wall-Art-out-of-Toilet-Paper-Rolls/
How to Make Wall Art out of Toilet Paper Rolls - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F71/4BH7/GZUB3U9N/F714BH7GZUB3U9N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F71/4BH7/GZUB3U9N/F714BH7GZUB3U9N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F71/4BH7/GZUB3U9N/F714BH7GZUB3U9N.SMALL.jpg mynameiskorrine This is probably one of my favorite DIY Projects. It took me a little while to collect the paper rolls, but it was well worth it. Who knew paper rolls could turn into sweet wall art!! This project is very versatile, so don't be afraid to get creative with it! What You Will Need What You Will Need...
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Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:37:42 PDT
Make your own Vintage Suitcase Coffee Table http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-your-own-Vintage-Suitcase-Coffee-Table/
Make your own Vintage Suitcase Coffee Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG5/RF4P/GZUAGEUY/FG5RF4PGZUAGEUY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG5/RF4P/GZUAGEUY/FG5RF4PGZUAGEUY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG5/RF4P/GZUAGEUY/FG5RF4PGZUAGEUY.SMALL.jpg mynameiskorrine I love, LOVE vintage suitcases. What is better than a vintage suitcase...... A Vintage Suitcase Coffee Table. This project is fairly cheap and takes less than 15 minutes to do! Lets get to it... What You Will Need What You Will Need: Power Drill Vintage Suitcase (Preferably one made of wood. P...
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Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:04:49 PDT
Turn a Baggy Shirt into a Fashion Staple http://www.instructables.com/id/Turn-a-Baggy-Shirt-into-a-Fashion-Staple/
Turn a Baggy Shirt into a Fashion Staple - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/23X9/GZUASOVM/FBL23X9GZUASOVM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/23X9/GZUASOVM/FBL23X9GZUASOVM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/23X9/GZUASOVM/FBL23X9GZUASOVM.SMALL.jpg mynameiskorrine This project is perfect for the thrift store lovers out there. How many times have you found an awesome shirt that was too big? This DIY Project will show you how to turn a baggy shirt into an everyday fashion staple. What You Will Need: -A Baggy shirt (XL is perfect). If you can find a long XL sh...
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Sun, 18 Mar 2012 06:30:58 PDT
DIY Ceramic Pedestals in a Jiffy! http://www.instructables.com/id/Party-Pedestal-Trays-in-a-Jiffy/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHL/TVRL/GYQFRL0E/FHLTVRLGYQFRL0E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHL/TVRL/GYQFRL0E/FHLTVRLGYQFRL0E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHL/TVRL/GYQFRL0E/FHLTVRLGYQFRL0E.SMALL.jpg bajablue People eat with their eyes first, so a visually-appealing presentation is extremely important.  Ceramic Pedestal Plates are a fun and whimsical way to jazz up your informal party table without breaking the bank!   Colorful mugs, bowls, plates and saucers are ideal for this DIY project.  They're in...
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Fri, 17 Feb 2012 14:58:04 PST
Easy Halloween Basket Decoration http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Halloween-Basket-Decoration/
Easy Halloween Basket Decoration - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3N/DTIT/GTQZK1AO/F3NDTITGTQZK1AO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3N/DTIT/GTQZK1AO/F3NDTITGTQZK1AO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3N/DTIT/GTQZK1AO/F3NDTITGTQZK1AO.SMALL.jpg Neon Panda I'm super excited about this project- And I think it turned out really well in the end! These Halloween Baskets are great decorations, or for substitute "Goody Bags" at a kids party. (They could even decorate the baskets as part of the party- too!) They are also good just as decorations or props. ...
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Fri, 14 Oct 2011 07:42:00 PDT
Soda Can Doorstop http://www.instructables.com/id/Soda-Can-Doorstop/
Soda Can Doorstop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Z/F5LK/GINP9I2Y/F0ZF5LKGINP9I2Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Z/F5LK/GINP9I2Y/F0ZF5LKGINP9I2Y.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Z/F5LK/GINP9I2Y/F0ZF5LKGINP9I2Y.SMALL.jpg AdamVigneaux In this Instructable, you will create a doorstop out of a soda can. Note: A soda can full of sand will not hold all doors open. Let’s get started. Materials and Tools You will need a minimal amount of materials for this project: -empty soda can    • can must have the mouth hole cover attached -...
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Sat, 8 Jan 2011 11:21:34 PST
How to make a soda bottle earring tree. http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-soda-bottle-earring-tree/
How to make a soda bottle earring tree. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F53/7J3Q/G0AMH4A9/F537J3QG0AMH4A9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F53/7J3Q/G0AMH4A9/F537J3QG0AMH4A9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F53/7J3Q/G0AMH4A9/F537J3QG0AMH4A9.SMALL.jpg AllySoma In this tutorial, I hope to show you how to make an earring tree from plastic soda bottles. Its a quick, easy and cheap way to recycle some old plastic bottles! Supplies What you will need:1. Several empty plastic soda bottles with the "flower" type bottom. 2. At least one of your bottles's side ...
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Mon, 5 Oct 2009 16:21:17 PDT
How to make a Tech deck park in a box http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Tech-deck-park-in-a-box/
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Sun, 5 Apr 2009 06:07:34 PDT
How to organize kitchen cupboard storage http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-organize-kitchen-cupboard-storage/
How to organize kitchen cupboard storage - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Y/ADPL/FQ6E5XSW/F7YADPLFQ6E5XSW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Y/ADPL/FQ6E5XSW/F7YADPLFQ6E5XSW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Y/ADPL/FQ6E5XSW/F7YADPLFQ6E5XSW.SMALL.jpg Creativeman In order to be more efficient in storing, locating and using kitchen staples, I decided to organize the cupboard storage as shown in this instructable. It made sense to me to be able to utilize the entire cupboard space without having to unload many cans or bottles to find what I wanted. By making...
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Sat, 24 Jan 2009 10:57:40 PST
How to Make an Easy to use Tape Dispenser http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-an-Easy-to-use-Tape-Dispenser/
How to Make an Easy to use Tape Dispenser - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAD/B98A/FQ6E5XKW/FADB98AFQ6E5XKW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAD/B98A/FQ6E5XKW/FADB98AFQ6E5XKW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAD/B98A/FQ6E5XKW/FADB98AFQ6E5XKW.SMALL.jpg Creativeman If you ever need to wrap a package or box for mailing or make a box for a special project, you need to have tape handy. Especially helpful when wrapping gifts at Christmas time or other holidays. I came up with this idea to be able to use only one hand, tear off what I needed and hold the project wi...
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Sat, 24 Jan 2009 10:07:15 PST
Hotwire magic: The Art http://www.instructables.com/id/Hotwire-magic-The-Art/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F25/4OXB/FPQLEI51/F254OXBFPQLEI51.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F25/4OXB/FPQLEI51/F254OXBFPQLEI51.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F25/4OXB/FPQLEI51/F254OXBFPQLEI51.SMALL.jpg Creativeman How I use hotwire to make signs, figures, personalized name plaques, decorations, holiday decor and more. It's a fun, inexpensive, easily mastered art skill that provides hours of entertainment and creativity. Using virtually free materials, many different pieces can be made. Other possibilities ...
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Thu, 22 Jan 2009 03:10:10 PST
30-Minute Recycled-Paper Old-Underwear Notebook (Thing-A-Day: Day 20) http://www.instructables.com/id/30-Minute-Recycled-Paper-Old-Underwear-Notebook-T/
30-Minute Recycled-Paper Old-Underwear Notebook (Thing-A-Day: Day 20) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3W/LOAK/FCUJWHNR/F3WLOAKFCUJWHNR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3W/LOAK/FCUJWHNR/F3WLOAKFCUJWHNR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3W/LOAK/FCUJWHNR/F3WLOAKFCUJWHNR.SMALL.jpg randofo At 10:30 last night it dawned upon me that I had not yet Thing-A-Dayed and needed something fast. I frantically started pulling drawers open and throwing junk onto my desk. I found a couple of pairs of mangled underwear that I never bothered to throw out, some scrap paper and about a dozen pull-stri...
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Thu, 21 Feb 2008 14:03:36 PST
Fully Functioning Spray Can Diversion Safe: keep your valuables protected http://www.instructables.com/id/Working-Spray-Can-Diversion-Safe-keep-your-valuab/
Fully Functioning Spray Can Diversion Safe: keep your valuables protected - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6I/TU8H/F9056QGL/F6ITU8HF9056QGL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6I/TU8H/F9056QGL/F6ITU8HF9056QGL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6I/TU8H/F9056QGL/F6ITU8HF9056QGL.SMALL.jpg yuwama About a year ago, my house was broken into and a lot of my personal things were taken. I started to rethink my security as a whole. I came up with this project with the hopes of keeping my small valuables safe. I am aware that I'm not the first person to create diversion safes from canned items, but...
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Thu, 15 Nov 2007 07:42:24 PST