http://www.instructables.com Sat, 18 May 2013 23:33:58 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Cute-Floral-Dress/
D.I.Y. Cute Floral Dress - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7S/R4YX/HG85D10S/F7SR4YXHG85D10S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7S/R4YX/HG85D10S/F7SR4YXHG85D10S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7S/R4YX/HG85D10S/F7SR4YXHG85D10S.SMALL.jpg Muhaiminah Faiz I wasn't planning on participating in the dream it, draw it, wear it contest, I'm not good in sewing or designing! But, last week I went shopping with my little sister and saw this cute floral fabric and couldn't help myself from buying it. My sister requested me to make her a dress with this fabric...
By: Muhaiminah Faiz

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 May 2013 20:23:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Beady-blue-braided-bracelet/
Beady blue braided bracelet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/VR10/HFSHEY5K/FM2VR10HFSHEY5K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/VR10/HFSHEY5K/FM2VR10HFSHEY5K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/VR10/HFSHEY5K/FM2VR10HFSHEY5K.SMALL.jpg emilyvanleemput About a year ago, I found a really cheap box with all kind of glass beads. Reason it was cheap: some of the beads were broken and it looked all messy and stuff. But, I took an afternoon, cleaned them and rearranged them. I was still looking for something to make with it. Andd then I thought this up....
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 26 Apr 2013 13:56:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Kids-Whiteboard-with-Side-Opening/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7V/O4KG/HD4VNQVU/F7VO4KGHD4VNQVU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7V/O4KG/HD4VNQVU/F7VO4KGHD4VNQVU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7V/O4KG/HD4VNQVU/F7VO4KGHD4VNQVU.SMALL.jpg DeandrasCrafts One of my latest creations for my children were these easy, relatively inexpensive and portable whiteboards. What kids don't LOVE whiteboards?  It's like an etch-a-sketch (a toy from back in my day) but cooler because you can actually control the drawing device where you want it to go. The primary...
By: DeandrasCrafts

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Feb 2013 07:08:35 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Spacey-looking-tshirts/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F60/U2JL/HD4VG14M/F60U2JLHD4VG14M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F60/U2JL/HD4VG14M/F60U2JLHD4VG14M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F60/U2JL/HD4VG14M/F60U2JLHD4VG14M.SMALL.jpg ecsaul23 This is something really quick, easy, and cheap as well as FUN. It is also something that anyone of almost any age can do. I got this craft idea from a student at the local high school who made one and wore it to school. It was so awesome that I had to do it too. You just need: 1. a dark tshirt 2....
By: ecsaul23

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Feb 2013 16:58:10 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/BuildActivity-String-Puppet/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3W/13IV/HD8TWTAQ/F3W13IVHD8TWTAQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3W/13IV/HD8TWTAQ/F3W13IVHD8TWTAQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3W/13IV/HD8TWTAQ/F3W13IVHD8TWTAQ.SMALL.jpg designsquad Design your own puppets and bring them to life with the help of string! For step-by-step instructions visit the Design Squad website. Here's what you need to make your String Puppet!     -3 straight straws (2 narrow, 1 wider)     -Fishing line (or thin string or thread)     -Scissors or single-ho...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Feb 2013 15:30:10 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Ball-Pit/
Bubble World Ball Pit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHE/I0DO/HCAXG9O3/FHEI0DOHCAXG9O3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHE/I0DO/HCAXG9O3/FHEI0DOHCAXG9O3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHE/I0DO/HCAXG9O3/FHEI0DOHCAXG9O3.SMALL.jpg LaurenBroadbent What child doesn't love playing in a ball pit? Instead of going to the local "Chuck E Cheese" why not have your own in the playroom? All you need is an inflatable kiddie pool and plastic balls. Inflate pool Inflate your kiddie pool For one or two toddlers a good size pool is 48" x 10". With ...
By: LaurenBroadbent

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 Jan 2013 10:18:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cork-Shooter/
Cork Shooter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/68VI/HBHGL8LC/FOU68VIHBHGL8LC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/68VI/HBHGL8LC/FOU68VIHBHGL8LC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/68VI/HBHGL8LC/FOU68VIHBHGL8LC.SMALL.jpg WYE_Lance This project is born from the fact that students in my engineering classes really enjoy building projectile launchers. I wanted something that was simple to build, effective, and has lots of room for modifications. The cork shooter fulfills that criteria and of course provides a hands-on lesson in t...
By: WYE_Lance

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 Jan 2013 18:05:06 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Sponge-Stamped-Christmas-Tree-Card/
Sponge Stamped Christmas Tree Card - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/4EEP/HAQ37NID/F1M4EEPHAQ37NID.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/4EEP/HAQ37NID/F1M4EEPHAQ37NID.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/4EEP/HAQ37NID/F1M4EEPHAQ37NID.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick I wanted to try stamping a fun little card for Christmas.  This is pretty simple and while an adult may need to cut the sponge, this is a great stamping project for kids! Supplies Time to get started! Supplies: Blank Greeting Card (and envelope) Melamine Foam Sponge (I got mine at Daiso...
By: Penolopy Bulnick

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 17 Dec 2012 13:22:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Gifts-for-Kids/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGE/TTDT/HAOPWFGZ/FGETTDTHAOPWFGZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGE/TTDT/HAOPWFGZ/FGETTDTHAOPWFGZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGE/TTDT/HAOPWFGZ/FGETTDTHAOPWFGZ.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick Kids toys are so expensive these days.  And have so many accessories that they don't need!  Avoid all of that this season and make your kid their present!  From simple to extraordinary, you'll find a great gift for your kid right here! null null null null null null null null null null...
By: Penolopy Bulnick

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 14 Dec 2012 14:46:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Projects-for-Kids-and-Parents/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3O/5WCS/HA4MM7PY/F3O5WCSHA4MM7PY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3O/5WCS/HA4MM7PY/F3O5WCSHA4MM7PY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3O/5WCS/HA4MM7PY/F3O5WCSHA4MM7PY.SMALL.jpg carmesan Need some easy projects for the you and the kids to do at home? You've come to the right place. This guide is full of great ideas, and most likely you'll already have the supplies laying around the house. Check it out! null null null null null null null null null null null null
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 30 Nov 2012 15:01:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Art-of-Weather-Creating-a-weather-enviroment/
The Art of Weather: Creating an artistic weather enviroment - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F02/JRPY/H9T4L3G3/F02JRPYH9T4L3G3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F02/JRPY/H9T4L3G3/F02JRPYH9T4L3G3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F02/JRPY/H9T4L3G3/F02JRPYH9T4L3G3.SMALL.jpg poofrabbit One of the fourth grade teachers I work with came to me and asked if I could come up with a lesson that involved weather for the fourth grade classes.  They were getting ready to start a unit in science involving weather as well as reading a book which discussed weather as well  I happily agreed to ...
By: poofrabbit

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 23 Nov 2012 20:46:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Polymer-Clay-Pumpkin-Pie-Tutorial/
Polymer Clay Pumpkin Pie Tutorial - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUL/XOBC/H9G176DK/FULXOBCH9G176DK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUL/XOBC/H9G176DK/FULXOBCH9G176DK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUL/XOBC/H9G176DK/FULXOBCH9G176DK.SMALL.jpg ThreeMoonBabies What you need: bottle cap (Unused and flattened type is the best.  You can find them at craft stores, Amazon, or on Etsy.  You can also look at stores that cater to home brewing.) beige/crust colored polymer clay orange/pie colored polymer clay  (I mixed orange, brown, and gold to get a...
By: ThreeMoonBabies

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 17 Nov 2012 20:01:55 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Sculpey-Mr-Spock/
Sculpey Mr. Spock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPN/4P0R/H9G0ZKJO/FPN4P0RH9G0ZKJO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPN/4P0R/H9G0ZKJO/FPN4P0RH9G0ZKJO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPN/4P0R/H9G0ZKJO/FPN4P0RH9G0ZKJO.SMALL.jpg poofrabbit Sculpey is one of the many brands of polymer clay on the market.  It's one I happen to like, but that may simply due to the fact in my small rural community I can access it pretty easily. This instructable will walk you through creating your own Mr. Spock, which can be used, after you create it, as...
By: poofrabbit

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 17 Nov 2012 09:39:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Friendship-Bracelet-Tutorial/
Friendship Bracelet: Tutorial - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/H46X/H994XIZ8/FHKH46XH994XIZ8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/H46X/H994XIZ8/FHKH46XH994XIZ8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/H46X/H994XIZ8/FHKH46XH994XIZ8.SMALL.jpg ThreeMoonBabies Here is a really easy friendship bracelet tutorial! They are easy enough for kids to make too! Getting started... #1. You will need: a long piece of t-shirt yarn in any color (you can also make by cutting a long strip of t-shirt about an inch wide and pulling the ends to stretch and lengthen...
By: ThreeMoonBabies

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Nov 2012 13:57:44 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Polymer-Clay-Decorated-Pumpkin/
Polymer Clay Decorated Pumpkin - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0L/EPFF/H8RK8IQD/F0LEPFFH8RK8IQD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0L/EPFF/H8RK8IQD/F0LEPFFH8RK8IQD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0L/EPFF/H8RK8IQD/F0LEPFFH8RK8IQD.SMALL.jpg ThreeMoonBabies We made a polymer clay decorated pumpkin! And...I'll show you how to make one too! This project kind of reminds me of a Mr. Potato Pumpkin Head:) I made mine look like a bat, but really...the possibilities are endless. You can even just make a bunch of teeth and add to a carved pumpkin (like thi...
By: ThreeMoonBabies

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Oct 2012 15:39:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/No-Sew-iPhone-Costume/
No-Sew iPhone Costume - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXL/PAQU/H7W4SW9J/FXLPAQUH7W4SW9J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXL/PAQU/H7W4SW9J/FXLPAQUH7W4SW9J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXL/PAQU/H7W4SW9J/FXLPAQUH7W4SW9J.SMALL.jpg Eat.Sleep.MAKE. This simple felt iPhone costume is a great Halloween costume for kids! It's fast, no-sew, and inexpensive. Plus, I've also provided the templates for the apps as a free download. For this tutorial, you'll need: a shirt that fits to use as a template, felt or fleece for the main fabric, assorted fel...
By: Eat.Sleep.MAKE.

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 9 Oct 2012 10:19:35 PDT 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...
By: WYE_Lance

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Oct 2012 20:45:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Craft-Stick-Mouse-Trap/
Craft Stick Mouse Trap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWE/FNIV/H7HY81A4/FWEFNIVH7HY81A4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWE/FNIV/H7HY81A4/FWEFNIVH7HY81A4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWE/FNIV/H7HY81A4/FWEFNIVH7HY81A4.SMALL.jpg WYE_Lance Students in my after school enrichment program build neat engineering projects like cars, helicopters and bridges. It's a lot of fun, but I wanted to try and create something different from your run-in-the-mill engineering projects. While rummaging through my drawers for inspiration, I found a sta...
By: WYE_Lance

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 29 Sep 2012 13:56:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cute-Eraser-Charm-Jewelry/
Cute Eraser Charm Jewelry - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4T/T4XP/H672MMY1/F4TT4XPH672MMY1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4T/T4XP/H672MMY1/F4TT4XPH672MMY1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4T/T4XP/H672MMY1/F4TT4XPH672MMY1.SMALL.jpg CreativeToto I found the cutest Hello Kitty erasers at my local craft store for only $1 per package and had to buy them.  But the problem is, what does an grown up do with cutesy erasers? Turn them into jewelry, of course! You will need (for basic charm): -small eraser -needle -needle nose pliers -6 mm jump ri...
By: CreativeToto

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 4 Sep 2012 10:48:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Monster-Shoes/
DIY Monster Shoes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK7/YQ5O/H6730WBF/FK7YQ5OH6730WBF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK7/YQ5O/H6730WBF/FK7YQ5OH6730WBF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK7/YQ5O/H6730WBF/FK7YQ5OH6730WBF.SMALL.jpg rrkrose Aren't these adorable? They are made out of tissue boxes, tissue paper, and a green sponge. Lots of recycling going on! These can be made in several colors and are great for boys or girls. I made these for my 9 year old sister and she loves them. These were very easy to make and only took a few hour...
By: rrkrose

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 1 Sep 2012 12:36:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Back-to-School-Make-Old-Clothes-New/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMC/75TG/H6738GDO/FMC75TGH6738GDO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMC/75TG/H6738GDO/FMC75TGH6738GDO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMC/75TG/H6738GDO/FMC75TGH6738GDO.SMALL.jpg Little Mom on the Prairie Back to School: Make Old Clothes New! offers 20 fast and easy ways to recycle used clothes into a NEW and stylish wardrobe! Each project comes from Instructables.com, and contains pictures for each step, so you can get crafting today! Students will learn sewing basics, like how to follow a patter...
By: Little Mom on the Prairie

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Aug 2012 12:19:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tiny-Treetop-Table-for-Dolls-or-Stuffed-Animals/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/X9QU/H67NS0JL/F7HX9QUH67NS0JL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/X9QU/H67NS0JL/F7HX9QUH67NS0JL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/X9QU/H67NS0JL/F7HX9QUH67NS0JL.SMALL.jpg GingerMMM My kids and I teamed up to create a tiny little doll table from craftstore finds. Take a $4.99 box and a $2.99 plaque, attach them with Velcro tape and you've got a table. Best part is, you can store little dining toys in the box base. Using a decorative hole punch to cut blue painters tape, we cre...
By: GingerMMM

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2012 03:59:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-and-easy-iphone-amplifier-built-by-a-kid/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFJ/DVMH/H5Y9VUAY/FFJDVMHH5Y9VUAY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFJ/DVMH/H5Y9VUAY/FFJDVMHH5Y9VUAY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFJ/DVMH/H5Y9VUAY/FFJDVMHH5Y9VUAY.SMALL.jpg basementjax457 So easy a 10 year old built it!  My son's chore is to wash dishes.  He loves listening to music on my wife's iphone when he does and came up with this nifty way to hear the music better!  He just took a couple of our cheap salad/cereal bowls and put one on it's side inside the other.  Then he put th...
By: basementjax457

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Aug 2012 22:50:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Yoda-Papercraft-Easy-2-D/
Yoda Papercraft Easy (2-D) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5R/XWMP/H2MYMBCV/F5RXWMPH2MYMBCV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5R/XWMP/H2MYMBCV/F5RXWMPH2MYMBCV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5R/XWMP/H2MYMBCV/F5RXWMPH2MYMBCV.SMALL.jpg poofrabbit Instructable to make Yoda I will teach you! This is a very simple papercraft 2-D project for all ages.  This instructable will guide you to make your own master Yoda! Materials Needed Materials Needed: Scissors Hole Punch White Glue Brass Fasteners Construction Paper Crayons Black Sharpie Yoda...
By: poofrabbit

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 May 2012 14:34:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Gift-for-Family-Easy-Craft-Project/
Gift for Family (Easy) Craft Project - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNN/BU2P/H1YOI9GT/FNNBU2PH1YOI9GT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNN/BU2P/H1YOI9GT/FNNBU2PH1YOI9GT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNN/BU2P/H1YOI9GT/FNNBU2PH1YOI9GT.SMALL.jpg poofrabbit Happy Mother's Day instructavillians!  This instructable will show you how to make a quick and easy gift for your loved ones!  I will apologize in advance, my saved example got caught in my file cabinet and has seen better days!  This projects is great for the classroom or at home and takes less t...
By: poofrabbit

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 May 2012 21:42:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Papercraft-Flowers-Easy/
Papercraft Flowers (Easy) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYT/OXJX/H1YONGR9/FYTOXJXH1YONGR9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYT/OXJX/H1YONGR9/FYTOXJXH1YONGR9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYT/OXJX/H1YONGR9/FYTOXJXH1YONGR9.SMALL.jpg poofrabbit Happy spring instructavillians!  What a great way to keep flowers alive and fresh all year long than to make them out of paper!  There are several uses for making papercraft flowers, in this instructable I will be using them to make a wall hanging for mothers day. Materials Needed Materials Neede...
By: poofrabbit

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 12 May 2012 20:36:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easter-Eggs-3/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLS/V5CC/H0KKWZK6/FLSV5CCH0KKWZK6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLS/V5CC/H0KKWZK6/FLSV5CCH0KKWZK6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLS/V5CC/H0KKWZK6/FLSV5CCH0KKWZK6.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Eggs are a major part of Easter - whether you dye them, paint them, make them from strings, hide them, prank your kids with them, fill them with confetti, or add a little technology to them, Easter eggs are awesome! We've put together this guide to help you decide how you'll trick out your eggs for...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Apr 2012 12:54:22 PDT 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 ...
By: WYE_Lance

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Apr 2012 11:06:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Breezy-Pinwheel-Light/
Easy Breezy Pinwheel Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/XMPV/GZUAG7JW/FHKXMPVGZUAG7JW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/XMPV/GZUAG7JW/FHKXMPVGZUAG7JW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/XMPV/GZUAG7JW/FHKXMPVGZUAG7JW.SMALL.jpg jessandstavro This fun & easy project will liven up a children's room or nursery. **disclaimer!**  If you are using incandescent light bulbs, please allow yourself PLENTY of space between light bulb and paper pinwheels! We use compact fluorescents, which give off little heat. Assemble your supplies I used an...
By: jessandstavro

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 17 Mar 2012 19:13:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Penguins-on-a-Stick/
Penguins on a Stick - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZA/KKRA/GYC4KRP1/FZAKKRAGYC4KRP1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZA/KKRA/GYC4KRP1/FZAKKRAGYC4KRP1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZA/KKRA/GYC4KRP1/FZAKKRAGYC4KRP1.SMALL.jpg anke-art Or should I call them "spoon penguins"? Anyway, they're cute as a button :) I found a pack of wooden spoons at the supermarket, and they begged me to please buy and repurpose them... The oval shape was perfect for my current subject in my early music education course - penguins! So here's how I made...
By: anke-art

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 Feb 2012 14:12:40 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Coupons/
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 18:26:18 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Gumball-Machine-Valentines-with-free-printable/
Gumball Machine Valentines (with free printable) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8O/TMQD/GX3M1DT0/F8OTMQDGX3M1DT0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8O/TMQD/GX3M1DT0/F8OTMQDGX3M1DT0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8O/TMQD/GX3M1DT0/F8OTMQDGX3M1DT0.SMALL.jpg ThreeMoonBabies Here are the gumball valentines that I designed.  I think they turned out really cute.  Hope you like them!  Here is the tutorial and free printable, so you can make them too! **If you have trouble downloading the printable from Scribd, you can also get them HERE.  It should be free, and you shouldn...
By: ThreeMoonBabies

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 7 Jan 2012 08:54:39 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Camera-Backpack-Out-of-a-Box/
Make a Camera Backpack Out of a Box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/HQQT/GWVXGE3I/FL7HQQTGWVXGE3I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/HQQT/GWVXGE3I/FL7HQQTGWVXGE3I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/HQQT/GWVXGE3I/FL7HQQTGWVXGE3I.SMALL.jpg Solskinner We seem to have access to boxes and we try to reuse them in some way or another. Here is a groovy camera backpack we made out of a box and other materials we already had at home. The only thing we bought was the belt for $1.19. This is a great project for kids with an adult's help, not supervision,...
By: Solskinner

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Jan 2012 21:56:59 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Emoticon-Ornament-/
Emoticon Ornament ;) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPG/DZWS/GWAU6MD9/FPGDZWSGWAU6MD9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPG/DZWS/GWAU6MD9/FPGDZWSGWAU6MD9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPG/DZWS/GWAU6MD9/FPGDZWSGWAU6MD9.SMALL.jpg rchandsa These foam letters (foamies) have been sitting in the back of my drawer forever. Here is a simple way to make an emoticon ornament. Just find the letters you need and stick them on. Could it be more simple? I was lucky that the letters came with parenthesis, but if yours doesn't you can cut it out f...
By: rchandsa

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 12:53:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/12-Easy-Holiday-Crafts-for-Kids/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJH/PJL5/GW88ONEQ/FJHPJL5GW88ONEQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJH/PJL5/GW88ONEQ/FJHPJL5GW88ONEQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJH/PJL5/GW88ONEQ/FJHPJL5GW88ONEQ.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick There are many intricate and complicated holiday crafts out there, but what about the children?  They need something to do during their holiday break and we have just the crafts for them.  Check out these great Instructables that take few supplies and minimal supervision!  Get together the kids an...
By: Penolopy Bulnick

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 16 Dec 2011 10:06:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Tiny-Penguins/
Tiny Penguins - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKO/2LC0/GVOX0Q22/FKO2LC0GVOX0Q22.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKO/2LC0/GVOX0Q22/FKO2LC0GVOX0Q22.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKO/2LC0/GVOX0Q22/FKO2LC0GVOX0Q22.SMALL.jpg egp Thanks for all the wonderful support!! The Tiny Penguins Instructable won a runners-up prize in the Teacher Contest - I am grateful for all your votes and comments. This project was done as a learning activity during a one-week summer day camp, with groups of campers ranging in age from students wh...
By: egp

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Dec 2011 11:25:30 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Tensegrity-Tensecoration-Decoration/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0X/X640/GUMFTLMI/F0XX640GUMFTLMI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0X/X640/GUMFTLMI/F0XX640GUMFTLMI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0X/X640/GUMFTLMI/F0XX640GUMFTLMI.SMALL.jpg alejandroerickson It's a little bit early for christmas decorations, but here is one I'm teaching at a diy craft fair called Iconocraft (http://iconocraft.com). I make materials for these, and I look forward to your requests for kits! Enjoy Geometry.
By: alejandroerickson

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 Nov 2011 19:33:09 PST 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. ...
By: Neon Panda

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 14 Oct 2011 07:42:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-your-own-easy-plastic-toys/
Make your own easy plastic toys - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZH/BXLM/GS3BBJ5B/FZHBXLMGS3BBJ5B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZH/BXLM/GS3BBJ5B/FZHBXLMGS3BBJ5B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZH/BXLM/GS3BBJ5B/FZHBXLMGS3BBJ5B.SMALL.jpg kiva22 This is my first instructable, so bear with me. If you want a quick way to make little plastic toys or figures, read on. What you need: Scissors Perler Beads (or similar beads) Small Silicone Mold** Iron Parchment Paper **I discovered that my mold melts and deforms a little on contact with the ir...
By: kiva22

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 1 Sep 2011 18:23:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Coat-Tree-from-Stair-Newel/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB3/82N0/GQX1NV8L/FB382N0GQX1NV8L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB3/82N0/GQX1NV8L/FB382N0GQX1NV8L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB3/82N0/GQX1NV8L/FB382N0GQX1NV8L.SMALL.jpg anawhite You can make a sturdy and attractive coat tree just like Pottery Barn Kids . . . for way less . . . out of a stair post or newel, some hooks and pine shelf brackets.  Visit your Restore center (Habitat for Humanity's surplus building materials branch) to pick up stair parts on the cheap and DIY a co...
By: anawhite

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 4 Aug 2011 17:06:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cool-Coasters/
Cool Coasters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMH/AFA9/GOW3Z6M3/FMHAFA9GOW3Z6M3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMH/AFA9/GOW3Z6M3/FMHAFA9GOW3Z6M3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMH/AFA9/GOW3Z6M3/FMHAFA9GOW3Z6M3.SMALL.jpg omgcutie2 Hi Everybody! This is my first Instructable - coasters wich I made and think are pretty cool. I'm giving this to someone I  know and came up with this idea a few days ago. So comment ! Materials  The fist step is to gather all your materials.      -siccors       -foam paint brush       -cardbo...
By: omgcutie2

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 Jun 2011 08:23:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Sunset-Art-RED-ORANGE-YELLOW/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGC/21RS/GP3T247M/FGC21RSGP3T247M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGC/21RS/GP3T247M/FGC21RSGP3T247M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGC/21RS/GP3T247M/FGC21RSGP3T247M.SMALL.jpg who8thebean A Simple 1 hour art project I completed with my kids. You don't need any fancy supplies for this. Start with a large sheet of paper. I used a large strip off a roll of IKEA kiddies drawing paper Using a black oil pastel crayon, draw the silhouette of your trees. Don't try to be too neat. Sq...
By: who8thebean

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Jun 2011 19:31:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sewing-basics-for-kids/
Sewing Basics for Kids. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/Y9AR/GOZIQH0M/FFTY9ARGOZIQH0M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/Y9AR/GOZIQH0M/FFTY9ARGOZIQH0M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/Y9AR/GOZIQH0M/FFTY9ARGOZIQH0M.SMALL.jpg Holloughby I'm going to show you the basic techniques that I use when I'm sewing. You can go through the information here and practice it on a scrap of fabric, or go ahead and start any sewing project and come back here if you get stuck! General Sewing Terms. Right side  - This is the patterned side of the ...
By: Holloughby

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 Jun 2011 10:21:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Funny-Face-Fingerprint-People/
Funny Face Fingerprint People - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/R5GR/GOL8AYBY/FFER5GRGOL8AYBY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/R5GR/GOL8AYBY/FFER5GRGOL8AYBY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/R5GR/GOL8AYBY/FFER5GRGOL8AYBY.SMALL.jpg re.Create Design Make sure you hop over to my Blue Velvet Chair blog if you like this project and want to see more interesting repurpose designs. Looking for a fun, quick and easy craft that even your kids can do? I fell in love with the idea of using fingerprints for painting, and ended up making myself an entire ...
By: re.Create Design

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Jun 2011 14:08:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Origami-Box-with-a-Lid/
Origami Box with a Lid! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0I/0256/GO9ST7AT/F0I0256GO9ST7AT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0I/0256/GO9ST7AT/F0I0256GO9ST7AT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0I/0256/GO9ST7AT/F0I0256GO9ST7AT.SMALL.jpg star_above_the_clouds Title says it all, I am going to teach you to make a rectangular box with a lid! This is probably the easiest way to make a simple box; since it involves kirigami.  (Not really origami, is it then?)  I was taught this in elementary school so it is VERY easy to make. (: Materials You will need: ...
By: star_above_the_clouds

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 May 2011 15:55:37 PDT 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. ...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Apr 2011 16:27:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Toothbrush-Painting/
Toothbrush Painting - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKC/3R30/GMX1QCL0/FKC3R30GMX1QCL0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKC/3R30/GMX1QCL0/FKC3R30GMX1QCL0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKC/3R30/GMX1QCL0/FKC3R30GMX1QCL0.SMALL.jpg dismissie The first ever art project that I can remember was spatter painting leaves on the sidewalk. I was probably about four or five. A very nice handyman, who I must have been harassing mercilessly, set me up with a piece of screen, a toothbrush, and some paint- he showed me how to make leaf pictures. ...
By: dismissie

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Apr 2011 15:46:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fluffy-Frosty/
Fluffy Frosty - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLC/NI13/GH4A6DPP/FLCNI13GH4A6DPP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLC/NI13/GH4A6DPP/FLCNI13GH4A6DPP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLC/NI13/GH4A6DPP/FLCNI13GH4A6DPP.SMALL.jpg hushy When I ran out of adhesive tape, I got this idea of making use of its cardboard ring instead of throwing it away.   Materials Needed 1. Cardboard ring from adhesive tape 2. Paper glue 3. Double-sided adhesive tape 4. Colored papers (orange, black, red, green) 5. Cellophane (clear, blue) 6. Cotton...
By: hushy

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 Dec 2010 09:45:03 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/EASIEST-MINI-GINGERBREAD-HOUSE/
EASIEST MINI- GINGERBREAD HOUSE - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKY/9GT4/GGPF48RS/FKY9GT4GGPF48RS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKY/9GT4/GGPF48RS/FKY9GT4GGPF48RS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKY/9GT4/GGPF48RS/FKY9GT4GGPF48RS.SMALL.jpg AlwaysAllTheTimeCrafting Ready to get into the holiday spirit?  Make this mini-gingerbread house with your children or students!  Use the completed house as a centerpiece or holiday decoration. The secret is using two clean, dry paper cartons as the frame and covering with graham crackers and candy.  I have completed this ...
By: AlwaysAllTheTimeCrafting

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 26 Nov 2010 13:19:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Bracelet-Out-of-Yarn/
Woven Yarn Bracelet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/TTX7/GC4G18US/FFTTTX7GC4G18US.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/TTX7/GC4G18US/FFTTTX7GC4G18US.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFT/TTX7/GC4G18US/FFTTTX7GC4G18US.SMALL.jpg pie popper In this instructable I will show you how to make a bracelet out of yarn. This project is great for traveling, as it is small and it can be taken on airplanes. You will need: Different colors of yarn Thick Cardboard Scissors Makeing your Weaver First, you will make the weaver. (Peice of cardboar...
By: pie popper

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