http://www.instructables.com Mon, 20 May 2013 08:57:02 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Indoor-Kite/
Indoor Kite - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGF/X55U/H4AGHYFL/FGFX55UH4AGHYFL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGF/X55U/H4AGHYFL/FGFX55UH4AGHYFL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGF/X55U/H4AGHYFL/FGFX55UH4AGHYFL.SMALL.jpg Childrens Museum of Houston Fly a kite even on rainy days! This is one of the 48 projects for our Instructables: Made In Your Mind (IMIYM) exhibition at the Children’s Museum of Houston showing from May 26, 2012 - November 4, 2012. Produced in partnership with Instructables, IMIYM is an exhibit where families work together to...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 15:02:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Huge-Plush-d20/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/945D/HFSHT0VF/FZX945DHFSHT0VF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/945D/HFSHT0VF/FZX945DHFSHT0VF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/945D/HFSHT0VF/FZX945DHFSHT0VF.SMALL.jpg Exscaly Hey there! Here are some pictures of a huge plush d20 I made. It was my first ever sewing project so if I could do it, anyone can. For an indication of size, see the third picture below. This project is largely based off another project: http://www.instructables.com/id/Plush-Dice/ I did not record...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2013 23:08:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/OUR-ADVENTURE-BOOK/
OUR ADVENTURE BOOK. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/QGA9/HFBK95L5/FUCQGA9HFBK95L5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/QGA9/HFBK95L5/FUCQGA9HFBK95L5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/QGA9/HFBK95L5/FUCQGA9HFBK95L5.SMALL.jpg ultron03 1- What did you make?  I did a photo Book that is usefull to store pictures of my family.I used just office tools like scisors, perorator ...things that was already in my mom´s office. 2- How did you make it? I saw a movie wher appears a nice photo album.That is so look alike to th accounting books ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 13 Apr 2013 14:30:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Slingshot-Dart-Shooter/
Slingshot Dart Shooter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/L505/HF23TA4Q/F56L505HF23TA4Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/L505/HF23TA4Q/F56L505HF23TA4Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/L505/HF23TA4Q/F56L505HF23TA4Q.SMALL.jpg WYE_Lance Projectile shooters are always fun to build, but one can make only so many catapults before the novelty wears off. The slingshot dart shooter mixes it up with elements from my Slingshot Rocket project and regular Slingshot, but in the classic 'Y' slingshot shape.  Lesson Plan: Difficulty: 2/5 Prep:...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 9 Apr 2013 13:07:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Simple-water-purification-System/
The Simple water purification System. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEH/68WE/HF2431FA/FEH68WEHF2431FA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEH/68WE/HF2431FA/FEH68WEHF2431FA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEH/68WE/HF2431FA/FEH68WEHF2431FA.SMALL.jpg tech ace This purification system gets its inspiration from the replenishment of groundwater with one additional material, Cotton. It works totally brilliant you just pour in dirty water and voila! it comes down as pure crystal clear water. increase cotton and increase the purity, all in the macgyver's style...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 3 Apr 2013 10:17:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/cleaning-coins-using-electrolysis/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIL/Q588/HEXSMIP4/FILQ588HEXSMIP4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIL/Q588/HEXSMIP4/FILQ588HEXSMIP4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIL/Q588/HEXSMIP4/FILQ588HEXSMIP4.SMALL.jpg tealk hello. today i will show you how to clean old rusted coins. i know that there is thousands of videos how to do it but i am doing this only because there is a lots of people who thinks that electrolysis is to complicated and they arent ready to do it ( like i used to be) so first what you need is 9v ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 31 Mar 2013 07:40:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Happy-Easter-Dont-Paint-Your-Eggs-Paint-Your-Sp/
Happy Easter: Don't Paint Your Eggs, Paint Your Sphero - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBJ/NMER/HET133R7/FBJNMERHET133R7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBJ/NMER/HET133R7/FBJNMERHET133R7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBJ/NMER/HET133R7/FBJNMERHET133R7.SMALL.jpg gosphero This Easter, forget the vinegar and food dye. Paint your Sphero instead! If you’ve been hanging around our Facebook page over the last few months, you’ve probably seen a hand-painted Sphero rolling around. Every now and then we’ll give away a custom ball as a prize, say for the Show Us Your Balls or...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Mar 2013 10:21:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/BuildActivity-Indoor-Slingshot/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4H/1Z1R/HDXLXJTL/F4H1Z1RHDXLXJTL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4H/1Z1R/HDXLXJTL/F4H1Z1RHDXLXJTL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4H/1Z1R/HDXLXJTL/F4H1Z1RHDXLXJTL.SMALL.jpg designsquad Target practice anyone? Build an indoor slingshot and test your aim and accuracy! For step-by-step instructions visit the Design Squad website. Here's what you need to make your Indoor Slingshot: 2 toilet-paper tubes (or 1 paper-towel tube, cut in half) Tape Single-hole punch (optional) Stubby pe...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 5 Mar 2013 15:11:47 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/A-simple-birdhouse-recycled-materials/
A simple birdhouse, recycled materials - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/O8FB/HDP32CUM/FRCO8FBHDP32CUM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/O8FB/HDP32CUM/FRCO8FBHDP32CUM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/O8FB/HDP32CUM/FRCO8FBHDP32CUM.SMALL.jpg janecandy i got bored today and since it was so fun and  sunny outside i thought of making something nice for the chirping dozen of birdies that always come around my garden to hang out, feed and play. what you need: old (5liter) plastic bottle, canister white paper (or whatever color you want) clear tape s...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Feb 2013 08:47:19 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/tin-can-pots-for-herbs/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F55/XY9R/HD4VG6IO/F55XY9RHD4VG6IO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F55/XY9R/HD4VG6IO/F55XY9RHD4VG6IO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F55/XY9R/HD4VG6IO/F55XY9RHD4VG6IO.SMALL.jpg zani87 This is a quite easy and cheap project that I made for my sister's birthday. Materials you need:  - empty tin cans  - cardboard or a thicker paper (I used a cereal box)  - acrylic paint (color of your choice)  - black and white acrylic paint  - hot glue/super glue  - lace ribbon  - rubber bands  - ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 25 Feb 2013 14:55:04 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/Make-a-Butter-Candle-Emergency-Candle-McGyver-St/
Make a Butter Candle - Emergency Candle McGyver Style! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM0/8E7B/HDG4H7BV/FM08E7BHDG4H7BV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM0/8E7B/HDG4H7BV/FM08E7BHDG4H7BV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM0/8E7B/HDG4H7BV/FM08E7BHDG4H7BV.SMALL.jpg The King of Random Most people wouldn't think of butter as a flammable substance, but in this project they are!  We're making emergency candles that burn for hours .. using some toilet paper, and a bit of butter! Find more projects like this at: www.thekingofrandom.com Watch the Video! WARNING: An open flame...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Feb 2013 09:53:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/BuildActivity-Air-Cannon/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F30/TVK8/HD4VG5OH/F30TVK8HD4VG5OH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F30/TVK8/HD4VG5OH/F30TVK8HD4VG5OH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F30/TVK8/HD4VG5OH/F30TVK8HD4VG5OH.SMALL.jpg designsquad Send a pom-pom flying with an air cannon you can build using bottles, bags, balloons and even juice boxes. How far will your air cannon launch a pom-pom? For step-by-step instructions visit the Design Squad website. Here's what you'll need to build your own Air Cannon! -Large paper cup (e.g., 12...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 20 Feb 2013 18:08:39 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/BuildActivity-Treasure-Grab/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/33GL/HD4VPXMV/F3L33GLHD4VPXMV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/33GL/HD4VPXMV/F3L33GLHD4VPXMV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/33GL/HD4VPXMV/F3L33GLHD4VPXMV.SMALL.jpg designsquad Use simple materials to build your very own crazy collector! How many treasures can you grab with it? For step-by-step instructions visit the Design Squad website. Here's what you'll need to build your own Treasure Collector!    Stiff paper or cardboard (e.g., an index card or piece of a cereal bo...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 20 Feb 2013 18:03:31 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Mosaic-Garden-Porthole/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO6/56IV/HD7TZB64/FO656IVHD7TZB64.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO6/56IV/HD7TZB64/FO656IVHD7TZB64.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO6/56IV/HD7TZB64/FO656IVHD7TZB64.SMALL.jpg bajablue The inspiration for this project came from two sources I want to thank and credit from the get-go. It was alisonb and her Submarine-style Door Wind-cheater that inspired the initial project.  It was Creativeman who sealed the deal. ;-) I've always loved mosaic art, but was a little intimidated by ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Feb 2013 07:09:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Repurpose-Four-Everyday-Objects/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQE/VETR/HD4VOGYI/FQEVETRHD4VOGYI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQE/VETR/HD4VOGYI/FQEVETRHD4VOGYI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQE/VETR/HD4VOGYI/FQEVETRHD4VOGYI.SMALL.jpg designsquad Need an amplifier for your music, or something to hold all your stuff? Watch this clip to learn how to repurpose things around your house -- tennis balls, cardboard paper tubes, dental floss, and CD cases — into something totally new! View more fun videos on the Design Squad Nation website.
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 Feb 2013 12:54:11 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Custom-Vinyl-Record-Clock/
How to Make a Custom Vinyl Record Clock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8W/0XX3/HD2RYFW1/F8W0XX3HD2RYFW1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8W/0XX3/HD2RYFW1/F8W0XX3HD2RYFW1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8W/0XX3/HD2RYFW1/F8W0XX3HD2RYFW1.SMALL.jpg yehole13 Tired of your analog being analogous to every other clock on the market?  Sick of those stacks of records you just have lying around the house?  Well worry no more!  With the same amount of time and money as seeing a movie on Saturday night, you can create a fun and unique timepiece that will bring ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Feb 2013 08:24:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Sheet-Music-Projects/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCX/9NT0/HCJOGL0L/FCX9NT0HCJOGL0L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCX/9NT0/HCJOGL0L/FCX9NT0HCJOGL0L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCX/9NT0/HCJOGL0L/FCX9NT0HCJOGL0L.SMALL.jpg Jessie Marie What can't you do with sheet music? Sheet music can be used for playing an instrument, of course, but it can also be recycled. When you are done with your sheet music, why not turn it into a new decoration or a fun project? Even if you do not have sheet music you are willing to let go of, that doesn...
By: Jessie Marie

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Feb 2013 21:36:35 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-Table-A-Lesson-in-Strength/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPH/8E8W/HCJOGPQZ/FPH8E8WHCJOGPQZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPH/8E8W/HCJOGPQZ/FPH8E8WHCJOGPQZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPH/8E8W/HCJOGPQZ/FPH8E8WHCJOGPQZ.SMALL.jpg Adam.Kenvarg I built some scale model tables for another one of my Instructables and I thought it could be a useful and fun basis for an in-class project.  With this lesson plan students will learn about what makes things strong, as well as how to make things lighter and more environmentally friendly.   This In...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 5 Feb 2013 14:18:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Reclaimed-Wood-Panels/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVN/OJ47/HCB8KT8E/FVNOJ47HCB8KT8E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVN/OJ47/HCB8KT8E/FVNOJ47HCB8KT8E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVN/OJ47/HCB8KT8E/FVNOJ47HCB8KT8E.SMALL.jpg M.O.T.H. Here is a great and simple way to reuse old fence wood. Cut off the bottoms that have rotted out. Layout in straight rows or create a pattern such as herringbone on a piece of 1/2" plywood Use screws or nails to attach. Cut shape out using router for circles and complex curves or a ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 28 Jan 2013 08:35:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Draw-Anime/
Draw: Anime Characters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9U/WLN3/HAQ3DPZR/F9UWLN3HAQ3DPZR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9U/WLN3/HAQ3DPZR/F9UWLN3HAQ3DPZR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9U/WLN3/HAQ3DPZR/F9UWLN3HAQ3DPZR.SMALL.jpg Thergox Hey guys, sorry for the wait -- I've been out for a long time, I'm sure some of you have noticed. . . Or not. Anyways, here is my latest Instructable -- and before I get some mad ranters, let me go over everything that is wrong with my drawing: Yes, that is a Kyoshi Warrior, or at least a reinvente...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 Jan 2013 17:45:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Kids-Foot-Print-Penguin-Arts-and-Craft-Project/
Kids Foot Print Penguin Arts and Craft Project - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI4/18Q8/HAQ3DAVK/FI418Q8HAQ3DAVK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI4/18Q8/HAQ3DAVK/FI418Q8HAQ3DAVK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI4/18Q8/HAQ3DAVK/FI418Q8HAQ3DAVK.SMALL.jpg Love to Sew Studio This penguin art makes a wonderful keepsake with your child's foot print. Kids will have a blast having their feet painted, and you'll both love the little penguin when you are done!   How to Make a Foot Print Penguin Arts and Craft Project   ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 Jan 2013 03:57:11 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Egg-Carton-Penguin-Kids-Arts-and-Crafts-Project/
Egg Carton Penguin Arts and Crafts Project for Kids - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK0/MOFE/HAQ3DARG/FK0MOFEHAQ3DARG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK0/MOFE/HAQ3DARG/FK0MOFEHAQ3DARG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK0/MOFE/HAQ3DARG/FK0MOFEHAQ3DARG.SMALL.jpg Love to Sew Studio From egg cartons, paint, and paper you can make this adorable penguin craft with your kids.   How to Make an Egg Carton Penguin Craft Project for Kids   You will Need:   egg carton black, ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 Jan 2013 03:45:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Kids-Torn-Paper-Penguin-Collage-Arts-and-Crafts-Pr/
Torn Paper Penguin Collage Arts and Crafts Project for Kids - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4N/4YUS/HAQ3DAP4/F4N4YUSHAQ3DAP4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4N/4YUS/HAQ3DAP4/F4N4YUSHAQ3DAP4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4N/4YUS/HAQ3DAP4/F4N4YUSHAQ3DAP4.SMALL.jpg Love to Sew Studio   Kids can get real creative making this paper penguin collage craft. It's almost like quilting; take paper, rip it apart, and glue it back together to form a scene! In making this penguin project kids will get practice with ripping, cutting, a...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 Jan 2013 03:30:18 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Kids-Toilet-Paper-Roll-Penguin-Arts-andCraft-Proj/
Toilet Paper Roll Penguin Craft Project for Kids - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM6/4OO0/HAQ3DANF/FM64OO0HAQ3DANF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM6/4OO0/HAQ3DANF/FM64OO0HAQ3DANF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM6/4OO0/HAQ3DANF/FM64OO0HAQ3DANF.SMALL.jpg Love to Sew Studio This penguin craft is easy to make and fun to make, so make a few of them, line them up, and help them waddle around the house.   How to Make a Toilet Paper Roll Penguin Craft Project for Kids   You will Need:   ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 Jan 2013 02:40:24 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Paper-Plate-Polar-Bear-Craft-Project-for-kids/
Paper Plate Polar Bear Craft Project for kids - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH9/6CEZ/HAQ3DAHB/FH96CEZHAQ3DAHB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH9/6CEZ/HAQ3DAHB/FH96CEZHAQ3DAHB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH9/6CEZ/HAQ3DAHB/FH96CEZHAQ3DAHB.SMALL.jpg Love to Sew Studio This adorable little polar bear is fun to make and can be easily be made with things you have around the house!   How to Make a Paper Plate Polar Bear Craft Project   You will Need:   paper plate ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 Jan 2013 02:25:39 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Paper-Plate-Penguin-Craft-Project-for-kids/
Paper Plate Penguin Craft Project for kids - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOV/IUPT/HAQ3DA6M/FOVIUPTHAQ3DA6M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOV/IUPT/HAQ3DA6M/FOVIUPTHAQ3DA6M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOV/IUPT/HAQ3DA6M/FOVIUPTHAQ3DA6M.SMALL.jpg Love to Sew Studio While the cold winter stays outside, you can be creative inside with your children and make this adorable paper plate penguin project!   How to Make a Cute Paper Plate Penguin C...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 Jan 2013 02:13:01 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Spool-Car/
Spool Car - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVE/34ND/HAQ3ARGW/FVE34NDHAQ3ARGW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVE/34ND/HAQ3ARGW/FVE34NDHAQ3ARGW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVE/34ND/HAQ3ARGW/FVE34NDHAQ3ARGW.SMALL.jpg Childrens Museum of Houston Make a rubber-band powered wooden racer! A great, pocket-sized toy to explore transformation of energy. Bascially, a precursor to the wind-up car... This is one of the projects for our Instructables: Made In Your Mind (IMIYM) exhibition at the Children’s Museum of Houston . Produced in partnership ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 Jan 2013 15:13:59 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...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 Jan 2013 18:05:06 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Impossible-Balancer/
Impossible Balancer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB0/024J/HAVGJWJU/FB0024JHAVGJWJU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB0/024J/HAVGJWJU/FB0024JHAVGJWJU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB0/024J/HAVGJWJU/FB0024JHAVGJWJU.SMALL.jpg Childrens Museum of Houston Make a toy that seems to defy the laws of gravity! A fun (and VERY cheap) pocket-sized toy that helps kids to explore center of mass... This is one of the projects for our Instructables: Made In Your Mind (IMIYM) exhibition at the Children’s Museum of Houston . Produced in partnership with Instruct...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 Jan 2013 14:35:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-Parachute-a-la-CMH/
LED Parachute a la CMH - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF2/YZ4I/HAUNMYRJ/FF2YZ4IHAUNMYRJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF2/YZ4I/HAUNMYRJ/FF2YZ4IHAUNMYRJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF2/YZ4I/HAUNMYRJ/FF2YZ4IHAUNMYRJ.SMALL.jpg Childrens Museum of Houston Create an unidentified floating object! This is a great activity not only on simple circuits, but also on air resistance/drag and aerodynamics. Also easily folds up into the pocket like the parachute people toys, only a lot easier to find at night! This is one of the projects for our Instructables:...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 26 Dec 2012 15:28:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Steady-Hands-Game/
Steady Hands Game - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2C/I6EL/HAWSHKGM/F2CI6ELHAWSHKGM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2C/I6EL/HAWSHKGM/F2CI6ELHAWSHKGM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2C/I6EL/HAWSHKGM/F2CI6ELHAWSHKGM.SMALL.jpg Childrens Museum of Houston It takes nerves of steel to get down the copper! Also a fun eye-hand coordination game, exploration into conductivity, introduction to electric circuits, and intro to LEDs This is one of the projects for our Instructables: Made In Your Mind (IMIYM) exhibition at the Children’s Museum of Houston . P...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 24 Dec 2012 13:13:00 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Pocket-Flashlight/
Pocket Flashlight - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXM/AJPF/HAWSHK7S/FXMAJPFHAWSHK7S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXM/AJPF/HAWSHK7S/FXMAJPFHAWSHK7S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXM/AJPF/HAWSHK7S/FXMAJPFHAWSHK7S.SMALL.jpg Childrens Museum of Houston Light up the dark with this simple flashlight while illuminating the very basics of electric circuits. Also great introduction to measurement! This is one of the projects for our Instructables: Made In Your Mind (IMIYM) exhibition at the Children’s Museum of Houston . Produced in partnership with I...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 24 Dec 2012 12:22:56 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-your-own-Scrabble-Magnet-Board/
Make your own Scrabble Magnet Board - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9F/YZS1/HAWBWD7J/F9FYZS1HAWBWD7J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9F/YZS1/HAWBWD7J/F9FYZS1HAWBWD7J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9F/YZS1/HAWBWD7J/F9FYZS1HAWBWD7J.SMALL.jpg non-instructed Oye! I was given a challenge from an Instructable Master. Grammers asked me not to buy her a gift but make a gift for Hanukkah. She suggested I make a collage for her. I took it the next step further. She loves the game scrabble, reading, completing projects with her friends at the TechShop, hard-wo...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 23 Dec 2012 17:43:35 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Egg-Drop-Physics/
Egg Drop Physics - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKI/KKTN/HAM7WUMZ/FKIKKTNHAM7WUMZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKI/KKTN/HAM7WUMZ/FKIKKTNHAM7WUMZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKI/KKTN/HAM7WUMZ/FKIKKTNHAM7WUMZ.SMALL.jpg Biodynamic The egg drop experiment can have many variations.  This is the one I like best.  I have used it for a number of years, made some adjustments along the way, and think it's finally time to share with you.   I use this project as a way to make the mathematics part of physics relevant to my 7th graders...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 12 Dec 2012 17:09:19 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Nutcracker/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/HYMR/HABDH0OF/FD9HYMRHABDH0OF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/HYMR/HABDH0OF/FD9HYMRHABDH0OF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/HYMR/HABDH0OF/FD9HYMRHABDH0OF.SMALL.jpg treese1 Meet Walnutsworth- the newest addition to my holiday nutcracker collection. Started our as a "blank" wooden nutcracker but after a day of painting, building, and decorating, he is now a steampunk gentleman complete with clockwork robotic arm and jetpack! Enjoy!
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Dec 2012 10:28:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Modular-Abode-Embellishment-Device/
Modular Abode Embellishment Device - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9M/JONY/HA4MKEKW/F9MJONYHA4MKEKW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9M/JONY/HA4MKEKW/F9MJONYHA4MKEKW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9M/JONY/HA4MKEKW/F9MJONYHA4MKEKW.SMALL.jpg gordio286 This is a simple upcycling decoration! Never waste toilet paper or gift wrap tubes again! Makes a great gift for a grandma who likes homemade stuff. Also, if you make a bunch, I'm sure they would look really cool on your wall. Thanks for reading! Materials • Empty gift wrap tube • White electric ...
By: gordio286

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 2 Dec 2012 18:31:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Needle-Felted-Owls/
Needle Felted Owls - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2P/M59X/H9G0WEJQ/F2PM59XH9G0WEJQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2P/M59X/H9G0WEJQ/F2PM59XH9G0WEJQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2P/M59X/H9G0WEJQ/F2PM59XH9G0WEJQ.SMALL.jpg feltartist These instructions will introduce you to needle felting, but don’t think of them as rules, rather just as suggestions - in any creative process there are many different ways to create - don’t limit yourself - go with what works for you.  Needle felting is sculpting with wool fibres;  adding and fel...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Nov 2012 18:40:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Pop-and-Catch/
Pop and Catch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5M/OV0J/H8SVCE6N/F5MOV0JH8SVCE6N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5M/OV0J/H8SVCE6N/F5MOV0JH8SVCE6N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5M/OV0J/H8SVCE6N/F5MOV0JH8SVCE6N.SMALL.jpg Childrens Museum of Houston A new twist on the ball and cup game while exploring transformation of energy! This is one of the 48 projects for our Instructables: Made In Your Mind (IMIYM) exhibition at the Children’s Museum of Houston showing from May 26, 2012 - November 4, 2012. Produced in partnership with Instructables, IMI...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Oct 2012 10:18:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Decorative-Wine-Glasses/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/A8MY/H8LVWT8E/FSPA8MYH8LVWT8E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/A8MY/H8LVWT8E/FSPA8MYH8LVWT8E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/A8MY/H8LVWT8E/FSPA8MYH8LVWT8E.SMALL.jpg myhomelifemag A cheap set of wine glasses can be dressed up with some craft-store glass paint! Simply paint swirls around the bottom and the best part of this project, imperfection is encouraged! It looks so personalized. Our article includes several other great ways to do up your wine glasses! Check it out here...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Oct 2012 11:13:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rubberband-Slingshot-Rocket/
Rubberband Slingshot Rocket - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXT/N412/H82U7TI4/FXTN412H82U7TI4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXT/N412/H82U7TI4/FXTN412H82U7TI4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXT/N412/H82U7TI4/FXTN412H82U7TI4.SMALL.jpg Childrens Museum of Houston This is one of the 48 projects for our Instructables: Made In Your Mind (IMIYM) exhibition at the Children’s Museum of Houston showing from May 26, 2012 - November 4, 2012. Produced in partnership with Instructables, IMIYM is an exhibit where families work together to build different fun, toy-like p...
By: Childrens Museum of Houston

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 10 Oct 2012 15:28:35 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/Rubberband-Helicopters-step-by-step/
Rubberband Helicopters: step-by-step - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZI/RNI9/H7ME377G/FZIRNI9H7ME377G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZI/RNI9/H7ME377G/FZIRNI9H7ME377G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZI/RNI9/H7ME377G/FZIRNI9H7ME377G.SMALL.jpg WYE_Lance In an effort to streamline my Instructables for training purposes, I am recreating my classic Rubberband Helicopter in step-by-step format. The rubberband-powered helicopter is a favorite of my students because of the ease of construction and the exciting end product. Learning Objective: Students ...
By: WYE_Lance

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 29 Sep 2012 14:50:20 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/6-Foot-Paper-Mache-Humpback-Whale/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPC/H57L/H6MF3ZAM/FPCH57LH6MF3ZAM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPC/H57L/H6MF3ZAM/FPCH57LH6MF3ZAM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPC/H57L/H6MF3ZAM/FPCH57LH6MF3ZAM.SMALL.jpg Fiery She-Beast What You Need: A Butt Load of Chicken Wire 6 Ft, Wooden Plank Blue, Black, and White Paint Clear Coat Spray Paint  Newspaper Flour Water Glue Rope 1. You'll need to shape the chicken wire over the plank, into a whale shape, so roll some of it up (only one layer) and mold it into a whale. Don't ma...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 11 Sep 2012 15:04:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Jelly-Belly-Mosaic/
Jelly Belly Mosaic! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7M/VBY5/H672MM7N/F7MVBY5H672MM7N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7M/VBY5/H672MM7N/F7MVBY5H672MM7N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7M/VBY5/H672MM7N/F7MVBY5H672MM7N.SMALL.jpg MicahF This is one of the most fun projects I've ever done! If you're just looking for a quick craft, you might want to pass on this one. I worked on it over a few days, but it was worth every second. I got inspired by the mosaics I saw on the Jelly Belly website. I figured it probably wasn't too hard, so ...
By: MicahF

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 9 Sep 2012 17:37:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/T-Shirt-Reconstruction-Fishnet-Fringe-Tank-Top/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX4/M5TF/H6S4G1PC/FX4M5TFH6S4G1PC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX4/M5TF/H6S4G1PC/FX4M5TFH6S4G1PC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX4/M5TF/H6S4G1PC/FX4M5TFH6S4G1PC.SMALL.jpg shilothebigfatpiggy This was a summer project that i did early summer because I was so bored. I think it's a really cute way to up-cycle an over-sized tee shirt, and I've definitely worn it WAY more often then when it was actually a tee shirt. It's really edgy, and is really cute with skinnies and a basic tank top laye...
By: shilothebigfatpiggy

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 8 Sep 2012 05:31:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Wall-A-Waterfront-Mural-Project/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZG/7UTO/H6MEZLEO/FZG7UTOH6MEZLEO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZG/7UTO/H6MEZLEO/FZG7UTOH6MEZLEO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZG/7UTO/H6MEZLEO/FZG7UTOH6MEZLEO.SMALL.jpg andreaki As folk artists and sign makers for 30 years, we've been aching to paint over the walls of the water treatment plant here at our waterfront which looms large and forbidding from the parks on the shore as well as from out on the water.  Maybe this contest is our opportunity!  We'd use the money for s...
By: andreaki

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 3 Sep 2012 20:23:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Jack-Daniels-Independence-Project-2012-James-Marl/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Y/BKN6/H672XB5U/F0YBKN6H672XB5U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Y/BKN6/H672XB5U/F0YBKN6H672XB5U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Y/BKN6/H672XB5U/F0YBKN6H672XB5U.SMALL.jpg jmarling James Marling DOB: 11-08-1954 Hello my name is James Marling. I’ve been blessed with a wonderful family and was raised with the traditional American value that honesty, hard work, and striving for independence create the best path to success.  We have passed these character traits down to our child...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 2 Sep 2012 20:19:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Jo-Roessler-Independence-Project/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/VVLJ/H6MEZK4W/F0QVVLJH6MEZK4W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/VVLJ/H6MEZK4W/F0QVVLJH6MEZK4W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/VVLJ/H6MEZK4W/F0QVVLJH6MEZK4W.SMALL.jpg nojodesign If I win the contest, I will purchase a ShopBot CNC machine.  I will then take the necessary training in North Carolina to familiarize myself with this new technology.  Once familiar with the new machine I will integrate it into my custom furniture construction and business.   I look forward to the ...
By: nojodesign

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