Instructables: exploring - living - home made http://www.instructables.com Tue, 21 May 2013 17:57:33 PDT BLOX v1.01 DIY Dove Soap Body Wash http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Dove-Soap-Body-Wash/
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Mon, 13 May 2013 22:39:02 PDT
How to Create a 3D Painting - Part 2 Painting Your Art http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Create-a-3D-Painting-Part-2-Painting-Your/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/6AH6/H8CVKGJJ/FFT6AH6H8CVKGJJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/6AH6/H8CVKGJJ/FFT6AH6H8CVKGJJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/6AH6/H8CVKGJJ/FFT6AH6H8CVKGJJ.SMALL.jpg LifeStyleWebTV Toronto artist Julia McNeely, demonstrates the basic techniques of painting your 3D Art. (Part 2 of 2) Perfect if you are looking for some art activities for your children.
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Thu, 18 Oct 2012 08:57:08 PDT
How to create a 3D Painting http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-create-a-3D-Painting/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWU/AY1J/H8AZ9SOG/FWUAY1JH8AZ9SOG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWU/AY1J/H8AZ9SOG/FWUAY1JH8AZ9SOG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWU/AY1J/H8AZ9SOG/FWUAY1JH8AZ9SOG.SMALL.jpg LifeStyleWebTV Toronto artist Julia McNeely, demonstrates the basic techniques of creating a 3D Painting.
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Mon, 15 Oct 2012 08:39:45 PDT
DIY: Dog Treats http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Dog-Treats/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9X/0QXM/H82UECTN/F9X0QXMH82UECTN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9X/0QXM/H82UECTN/F9X0QXMH82UECTN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9X/0QXM/H82UECTN/F9X0QXMH82UECTN.SMALL.jpg TheDailyDIY This fall, spoil your pup with a seasonal homemade treat. These pumpkin and peanut butter canine donuts are simple to make and healthier than anything you'll find in the pet food aisle. And because we know you're wondering: Yes, you can eat a few yourself. Just make sure you sit first. Now speak. No...
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Tue, 9 Oct 2012 11:46:57 PDT
Copycats http://www.instructables.com/id/Copycats/ http://cdn.instructables.com/FYW/NN19/H4I7VT6Q/FYWNN19H4I7VT6Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FYW/NN19/H4I7VT6Q/FYWNN19H4I7VT6Q.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FYW/NN19/H4I7VT6Q/FYWNN19H4I7VT6Q.SMALL.jpg SelkeyMoonbeam From designer shoes and lamps to name-brand snacks to a Sugru substitute, Instructables members have a knack for getting inspired and making their own.  This collection of Instructables showcases a range of great re-inventions: copycat instructions for something cool they came across. null null ...
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Mon, 9 Jul 2012 17:31:03 PDT
Steam bath http://www.instructables.com/id/Steam-bath/
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Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:48:26 PDT
Custom home made decals http://www.instructables.com/id/Custom-home-made-decals/
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Tue, 10 Apr 2012 19:23:08 PDT
Lily in her new hoodie (previously a ladies hoodie) http://www.instructables.com/id/Lily-in-her-new-hoodie-previously-a-ladies-hoodie/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F51/2615/GYUQTIT3/F512615GYUQTIT3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F51/2615/GYUQTIT3/F512615GYUQTIT3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F51/2615/GYUQTIT3/F512615GYUQTIT3.SMALL.jpg exceltjg Hi all, I'm new here and just showing my first doggie jacket I made recently. I bought a reduced price ladies jacket. Next I used Lily's xmas hoodie as a guide to make a pattern. After cutting up the ladies hoodie and re sewing it to lily's size this is the result. She loves it.
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Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:44:07 PST
Home Made Slow Cooker http://www.instructables.com/id/Home-Made-Slow-Cooker/
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Sat, 26 Nov 2011 14:04:56 PST
Easy Margarine Soap! http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Margerine-Soap/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQA/K1ZC/GUS74I9G/FQAK1ZCGUS74I9G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQA/K1ZC/GUS74I9G/FQAK1ZCGUS74I9G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQA/K1ZC/GUS74I9G/FQAK1ZCGUS74I9G.SMALL.jpg IconicIdea I AM IN NO WAY RESPONSIBLE IF YOU INJURE YOURSELF IN ANY WAY BY FOLLOWING THE ACTIONS IN THE TUTORIAL. YOUR RECOGNIZE BY WATCHING (OR READING) IT THAT YOU TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOURSELF AND THAT I AM IN NO WAY RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR ACTIONS. This is my "Easy Margerine Soap!" Using Margarine is no d...
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Tue, 8 Nov 2011 06:13:59 PST
Preparing Soap For Rebatching http://www.instructables.com/id/Prepairing/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHB/RWA8/GUQ4JREH/FHBRWA8GUQ4JREH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHB/RWA8/GUQ4JREH/FHBRWA8GUQ4JREH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHB/RWA8/GUQ4JREH/FHBRWA8GUQ4JREH.SMALL.jpg IconicIdea This is how you process a "Soap Base" for "Rebatching." You can see how I made this base by watching my other tutorials: "Simple Shortening Soap." I use this process to make my other two soaps "Sexy Cinnamon Soap" and "Orange Zest Soap." You can find both tutorials in my Channel. Essentially... al...
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Tue, 8 Nov 2011 06:08:32 PST
Orange Zest Soap (Rebatch) http://www.instructables.com/id/Orange-Zest-Soap/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQR/CRFI/GUS74ISM/FQRCRFIGUS74ISM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQR/CRFI/GUS74ISM/FQRCRFIGUS74ISM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQR/CRFI/GUS74ISM/FQRCRFIGUS74ISM.SMALL.jpg IconicIdea This is my "Orange Zest Soap," this process uses the rebatch method; involving a soap base I made. You can learn how to make the "Soap Base" by watching my other tutorial "Simple Shortening Soap." Equipment: Scale Oven Save Pan Whisk Wooden Spoon Materials: Processed "Soap Base" Zest from 2 Orang...
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Tue, 8 Nov 2011 06:02:43 PST
Sexy Cinnamon Soap (Rebatch) http://www.instructables.com/id/Sexy-Cinnamon-Soap-Rebatch/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH9/HEAG/GUS75BSI/FH9HEAGGUS75BSI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH9/HEAG/GUS75BSI/FH9HEAGGUS75BSI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH9/HEAG/GUS75BSI/FH9HEAGGUS75BSI.SMALL.jpg IconicIdea "Sexy Cinnamon Soap," this process uses the rebatch method; involving a soap base I made. You can learn how to make the "Soap Base" by watching my other tutorial "Simple Shortening Soap." Equipment: Scale Oven Save Pan Whisk Wooden Spoon Materials: Processed "Soap Base" 1 tsp Cinnamon Oil 2 tsp C...
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Tue, 8 Nov 2011 05:47:27 PST
Simple Shortening Soap http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Crisco-Soap/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/LXUA/GUQ4FYHT/F5LLXUAGUQ4FYHT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/LXUA/GUQ4FYHT/F5LLXUAGUQ4FYHT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/LXUA/GUQ4FYHT/F5LLXUAGUQ4FYHT.SMALL.jpg IconicIdea I AM IN NO WAY RESPONSIBLE IF YOU INJURE YOURSELF IN ANY WAY BY FOLLOWING THE ACTIONS IN THE TUTORIAL. YOUR RECOGNIZE BY WATCHING (OR READING) IT THAT YOU TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOURSELF AND THAT I AM IN NO WAY RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR ACTIONS. This is my "Rebatch Soap Base." If you hurt yourself maki...
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Mon, 7 Nov 2011 21:23:57 PST
Water Bottle Funnel http://www.instructables.com/id/Water-Bottle-Funnel/
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Wed, 24 Aug 2011 16:59:30 PDT
Home made ID http://www.instructables.com/id/Home-made-ID/
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Mon, 20 Jun 2011 05:26:45 PDT
How to make liquid soap from a bar http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-liquid-soap-from-a-bar/
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Sun, 27 Feb 2011 15:39:32 PST
Making a Canjo http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-Canjo/
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Mon, 21 Feb 2011 16:24:09 PST
Make the "I"-"Pad" and give a geek the gift of happiness http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-the-I-Pad-and-give-a-geek-the-gift-of-hap/
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Thu, 30 Dec 2010 23:50:44 PST
How to make cheaper technique plates and microloading http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-cheaper-technique-plates-and-microload/
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Tue, 28 Dec 2010 21:29:44 PST
Extra special fancy moisturizer for eczema http://www.instructables.com/id/Extra-special-fancy-moisturizer-for-eczema/
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Thu, 13 May 2010 20:17:38 PDT
How to make a Pompom doughnut style http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Pompom-doughnut-style/
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Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:06:31 PDT
Easy, cost effective centerpiece http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-cost-effective-centerpiece/
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Fri, 17 Jul 2009 22:01:10 PDT
Make Sandals Out of Old Junk http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Sandals-Out-of-Old-Junk/
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