http://www.instructables.com Sun, 19 May 2013 12:21:36 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Bride-of-Spirit-Lantern/
Snapple, Steel and Green Fire: Bride of Spirit Lantern - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/HOYO/HGG4APFG/FSCHOYOHGG4APFG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/HOYO/HGG4APFG/FSCHOYOHGG4APFG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/HOYO/HGG4APFG/FSCHOYOHGG4APFG.SMALL.jpg The Green Gentleman My previous green fire instructable, The Spirit Lantern (Green Fire 2.0), was entertaining and educational to make, but it raised a couple of concerns: 1) A methanol flame is hot (from 500Ú C up to ~1900Ú C under some conditions according to online sources - I've been able to bend borosilicate tubi...
By: The Green Gentleman

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 06:53:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Patriotic-Tote-Bag/
Patriotic Tote Bag - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL0/77KO/HFPTJQA5/FL077KOHFPTJQA5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL0/77KO/HFPTJQA5/FL077KOHFPTJQA5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL0/77KO/HFPTJQA5/FL077KOHFPTJQA5.SMALL.jpg katvanlew This red, white and blue tote bag was made out of 5 cotton shirts that I purchased from my local thrift shop for 25 cents each. Supplies You will need: Sewing machine thread scissors Plastic canvas 5 cotton shirts   I like to use mens dress shirts for my projects because they don't have darts. s...
By: katvanlew

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 May 2013 19:39:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Soda-Can-earrings/
Soda Can earrings - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV4/UKMK/HFPTJQRX/FV4UKMKHFPTJQRX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV4/UKMK/HFPTJQRX/FV4UKMKHFPTJQRX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV4/UKMK/HFPTJQRX/FV4UKMKHFPTJQRX.SMALL.jpg StrangeDucks You can make your own earrings out of soda cans with just a few tools and a little bit of time!  You'll amaze your friends and get compliments from strangers.  No one will believe these cuties started as soda cans!  You can make them as fancy or not fancy as you like.. add color, texture, shapes, or...
By: StrangeDucks

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 May 2013 20:42:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Thrift-Shop-Hat-makeover/
Thrift Shop Hat makeover - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/TI3S/HFWSUIE3/F8YTI3SHFWSUIE3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/TI3S/HFWSUIE3/F8YTI3SHFWSUIE3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/TI3S/HFWSUIE3/F8YTI3SHFWSUIE3.SMALL.jpg katvanlew Here's an inexpensive way to make a pattern for a hat. I found a cute yellow striped hat at the thrift shop, but wanted to use it to make a pattern. I found a shirt at the thrift shop in a pretty blue floral print that I thought would be perfect for a feminine cap.   Supplies You will need an old...
By: katvanlew

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 May 2013 05:55:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-recycled-word-garland/
How to make a recycled word garland - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/SNMV/HFPTICJ9/FKRSNMVHFPTICJ9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/SNMV/HFPTICJ9/FKRSNMVHFPTICJ9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/SNMV/HFPTICJ9/FKRSNMVHFPTICJ9.SMALL.jpg elewis03 If you've followed my blog for awhile, you know that I really enjoy making garlands. I have made three (!) before and I will probably continue to make many, many more. The one I made today is probably my favorite so far. It took a lot of materials and tools to make this simple project, but I already...
By: elewis03

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:06:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-mountain-pillow/
How to make a mountain pillow - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHO/ZX4C/HFPTICES/FHOZX4CHFPTICES.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHO/ZX4C/HFPTICES/FHOZX4CHFPTICES.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHO/ZX4C/HFPTICES/FHOZX4CHFPTICES.SMALL.jpg elewis03 I made a mountain pillow the other day with things I found from the thrift shop. It was relatively easy and you can do it too! What you'll need + pattern cutting I used: a green pillow cases from the thrift store, one small (10" x 30" or so) white & textured piece of fabric I found at the thrift ...
By: elewis03

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Apr 2013 14:51:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-Cold-Air-Fan-from-Reused-Plastic-Bottles/
Cold Air Fan from Reused Plastic Bottles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNJ/2DB0/HFSHT0B2/FNJ2DB0HFSHT0B2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNJ/2DB0/HFSHT0B2/FNJ2DB0HFSHT0B2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNJ/2DB0/HFSHT0B2/FNJ2DB0HFSHT0B2.SMALL.jpg SirPhobos15 This is an instructable on how to make an extremely simple mini cold air fan and alternative to cooling off. This will help you to recycle & reuse some stuff you have rather than throwing it away and it ending up in a landfill somewhere. You more than likely you already have all the items laying aro...
By: SirPhobos15

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2013 21:26:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Color-Pencil-Jewelry/
DIY Color Pencil Jewelry - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKQ/MUQM/HFPTHK7U/FKQMUQMHFPTHK7U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKQ/MUQM/HFPTHK7U/FKQMUQMHFPTHK7U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKQ/MUQM/HFPTHK7U/FKQMUQMHFPTHK7U.SMALL.jpg shazni Do you have loads of small stubby color pencils that are beyond use? or some cheap colors which look fancy ....but is hopeless in coloring ? well here is some use for all of those color pencils...Jewelry ...and they look wonderful too! Materials Loads of color pencils if you want to make loads......
By: shazni

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:10:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Coffee-table-for-free/
Coffee table for free - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG2/97QK/HFSH4ZJ1/FG297QKHFSH4ZJ1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG2/97QK/HFSH4ZJ1/FG297QKHFSH4ZJ1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG2/97QK/HFSH4ZJ1/FG297QKHFSH4ZJ1.SMALL.jpg stico In this instructable i will try to explain step by step how i have made that coffee from scrap wood and a pallet. To achieve that you will need : Tools : a hand saw (japanese saws are the best in my opinion) wood white glue screws screwdriver nails a hammer clamps sanding paper or powerfull sandi...
By: stico

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 09:57:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cat-Cave-From-a-Printer-Box-and-Carpet/
Cat Cave From Printer Box and Old Carpet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDL/QAG1/HFD10TCH/FDLQAG1HFD10TCH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDL/QAG1/HFD10TCH/FDLQAG1HFD10TCH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDL/QAG1/HFD10TCH/FDLQAG1HFD10TCH.SMALL.jpg AndyGadget We recently went to our local Blue Cross to meet some cats with the intention of adopting one.  Things proceeded rather quickly and we met Ozzy, agreed to adopt him and arranged to collect him the next day.  It's a long time since we've had a cat so a trip to the pet-shop ensued to get carrier, litt...
By: AndyGadget

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 10:37:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Cardboard-Shelf/
Recycled Cardboard Shelf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8N/RY6W/HEXUHRJW/F8NRY6WHEXUHRJW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8N/RY6W/HEXUHRJW/F8NRY6WHEXUHRJW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8N/RY6W/HEXUHRJW/F8NRY6WHEXUHRJW.SMALL.jpg english tea I set myself the challenge of building a shelf from cardboard. Not a temporary, flimsy shelf but a permanent, rigid and functional shelf. The cardboard I chose was from shoe boxes. It was thin corrugated cardboard with a thicker, nicer looking presentation side. Step 1 To make the brackets start...
By: english tea

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Apr 2013 16:25:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Modular-Water-Jug-Storage-Bins/
Modular Water Jug Storage Bins - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/56FH/FC00OU1R/FKD56FHFC00OU1R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/56FH/FC00OU1R/FKD56FHFC00OU1R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/56FH/FC00OU1R/FKD56FHFC00OU1R.SMALL.jpg randofo Around here I have more odds and ends than I know what to do with. I used to keep it in piles strewn about our tiny apartment until my fed up girlfriend came up with a solution to make the room a little more organized. It basically involved drinking a lot of bottled water and using the jugs the wat...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 Jan 2008 12:45:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Handmade-Bamboo-Lantern-Using-old-bamboo-blinds/
Handmade Bamboo Lantern. Using old bamboo blinds. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F57/TRFT/HDYZ6QLH/F57TRFTHDYZ6QLH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F57/TRFT/HDYZ6QLH/F57TRFTHDYZ6QLH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F57/TRFT/HDYZ6QLH/F57TRFTHDYZ6QLH.SMALL.jpg Tarun Upadhyaya Dear Fellows, This is like a dream come true, I had always been so much amazed by artwork & furniture made using Bamboo and kept wondering how this strong grass (yes, it is a grass) can be bend to make so many beautiful shapes. Believe it or not, at the back of my house, there is a giant bamboo tre...
By: Tarun Upadhyaya

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Mar 2013 02:26:00 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Shopping-Cart-Furniture-Part-1-/
Shopping Cart Furniture! - Part 1 - - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRQ/3ZDN/HDOWAPPC/FRQ3ZDNHDOWAPPC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRQ/3ZDN/HDOWAPPC/FRQ3ZDNHDOWAPPC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRQ/3ZDN/HDOWAPPC/FRQ3ZDNHDOWAPPC.SMALL.jpg JFabor Living in the city has its ups and it has its downs...one perk is that there is a plethora of abandoned materials hanging about just waiting to be taken home to be upcycled!  For those of you living in an urban setting, you're no stranger to seeing these urban eyesores hanging out in alleys and aban...
By: JFabor

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Mar 2013 17:34:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Heavy-Duty-Replacement-Mans-Wedding-Ring/
Heavy Duty Replacement Man's Wedding Ring - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVH/VJCQ/HDOW3IGK/FVHVJCQHDOW3IGK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVH/VJCQ/HDOW3IGK/FVHVJCQHDOW3IGK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVH/VJCQ/HDOW3IGK/FVHVJCQHDOW3IGK.SMALL.jpg troopersmachine I work with my hands and as a result my wedding ring was getting bent out of shape regularly until it finally broke.  I was left needing a replacement that could take a beating.  I like to re-use things and chose to make my replacement wedding ring out of an old truck balljoint nut. Making the nut i...
By: troopersmachine

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Feb 2013 22:20:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Paper-Green-a-new-way-to-recycle-and-plant/
Paper-Green a new way to recycle and plant - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/TUKC/HCB8SXMM/FRHTUKCHCB8SXMM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/TUKC/HCB8SXMM/FRHTUKCHCB8SXMM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/TUKC/HCB8SXMM/FRHTUKCHCB8SXMM.SMALL.jpg pchalita This is as far as I know an original idea of planting medium that is has not been currently developed or under investigation. Therefore (and until someone probes me otherwise) I am the developer of the adaptation and the rights of this idea are for public use and development as far as the name "Pap...
By: pchalita

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 Jan 2013 11:30:30 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cabinet-Door-Pockets/
Cabinet Door Pockets - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2J/GN7R/HAQ33JBJ/F2JGN7RHAQ33JBJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2J/GN7R/HAQ33JBJ/F2JGN7RHAQ33JBJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2J/GN7R/HAQ33JBJ/F2JGN7RHAQ33JBJ.SMALL.jpg lindarose92 These pockets are made especially for cabinet doors but they can also be hung on a wall if you prefer. You can use it as an organizer for postcards, letters, bills, menus, etc. I bet that everybody has paper mess somewhere...this is the right place to organize and hide it! What you need: big...
By: lindarose92

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 Jan 2013 10:25:40 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Mittens-from-Old-Sweaters-DIY/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHL/ZQJT/HBNXVJZJ/FHLZQJTHBNXVJZJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHL/ZQJT/HBNXVJZJ/FHLZQJTHBNXVJZJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHL/ZQJT/HBNXVJZJ/FHLZQJTHBNXVJZJ.SMALL.jpg creme de la craft Let's give those shrunken, worn out sweaters a second life by turning them into warm little mittens! With just a few simple materials and the most basic hand stitch you can do, you'll have your very own handcrafted mittens in minutes! Pick a sweater with lots of pattern or add your own decor with bu...
By: creme de la craft

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 Jan 2013 09:51:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Address-Label-LANDSCAPE-design/
Address Label LANDSCAPE design - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/RWX9/HBNXX3JG/FSQRWX9HBNXX3JG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/RWX9/HBNXX3JG/FSQRWX9HBNXX3JG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/RWX9/HBNXX3JG/FSQRWX9HBNXX3JG.SMALL.jpg Susan Cirigliano Some charities will send out free address labels to help increase awareness of their cause or as a small token in hopes to get you to donate to them. I have accumulated literally hundreds of address labels and although I still enjoy writing letters and sending actual cards to friends and family I kn...
By: Susan Cirigliano

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 11 Jan 2013 14:54:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Turn-VHS-Cassettes-Into-Pom-Pom-Party-Decor/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB9/3B8E/HAQ3AHAE/FB93B8EHAQ3AHAE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB9/3B8E/HAQ3AHAE/FB93B8EHAQ3AHAE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB9/3B8E/HAQ3AHAE/FB93B8EHAQ3AHAE.SMALL.jpg xtradocs Learn how to upcycle your old Back to the Future VHS and Paula Abdul cassette tapes into pom pom party decor! Yes, it's true. Chances are you've got a bunch hiding in the back of your closet with nowhere to go so let's put them to use. Full tutorial: http://www.cremedelacraft.com/2012/12/DIY-Upcycl...
By: xtradocs

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 2 Jan 2013 21:14:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/T-shirt-rags-4-rags-from-1-shirt-with-just-2-cut/
T-shirt rags - 4 rags from 1 shirt with just 2 cuts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F72/MVYQ/H0GGYKL9/F72MVYQH0GGYKL9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F72/MVYQ/H0GGYKL9/F72MVYQH0GGYKL9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F72/MVYQ/H0GGYKL9/F72MVYQH0GGYKL9.SMALL.jpg MatthewTaylor Here's a really simple way to make 4 rags from one old t-shirt in 2 cuts. All you need is: An old t-shirt, or better yet a bunch of them A sharp box knife (be careful, they can be dangerous) A sold cutting board or workbench  It's all spelled out in the video.  They're handy to have around the g...
By: MatthewTaylor

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Apr 2012 11:01:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cardboard-Christmas-Tree-2/
Cardboard Christmas Tree - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCU/EHBU/HAQ385CF/FCUEHBUHAQ385CF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCU/EHBU/HAQ385CF/FCUEHBUHAQ385CF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCU/EHBU/HAQ385CF/FCUEHBUHAQ385CF.SMALL.jpg PeckLauros Hello everybody! Another Christmas is coming and nothing better than celebrating with family, right? Today I will share an idea that we had to decorate our table. It is very simple because it uses materials that are easily discarded. Materials - Pieces of cardboard - 6 sheets of A4 paper - La...
By: PeckLauros

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 24 Dec 2012 09:43:51 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Tier-to-Ottoman-and-Table/
Tire to Ottoman and Table. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/KINV/HAQ38M0V/F9RKINVHAQ38M0V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/KINV/HAQ38M0V/F9RKINVHAQ38M0V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/KINV/HAQ38M0V/F9RKINVHAQ38M0V.SMALL.jpg shazni My husbands car tire needed changing a couple of years back and the tires were still lying around...I saw  this on Instructables :-D and thought hmmm...there are possibilities :-) ...but i wanted it much simpler .. and I didn't want it to be obvious that it's a  tire. I wanted it to look sooooo good...
By: shazni

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 20 Dec 2012 10:39:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/PopBeer-Can-Tab-Armor/
Pop/Beer Can Tab Armor - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT8/JBNL/HAQ35HOK/FT8JBNLHAQ35HOK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT8/JBNL/HAQ35HOK/FT8JBNLHAQ35HOK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT8/JBNL/HAQ35HOK/FT8JBNLHAQ35HOK.SMALL.jpg GavinAK This is a suit of armor made entirely of pop/beer can tabs and copper wire. It started out as a few tabs strung together after watching Edward Scissorhands, but quickly evolved as my Obsessive Compulsive Nature set in. It's surprisingly durable, and also has some flex to it. 4 of us couldn't rip t...
By: GavinAK

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 16 Dec 2012 13:11:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Toilet-Paper-Roll-Gift-Box/
Toilet Paper Roll Gift Box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1I/TH7F/HANAQAZ7/F1ITH7FHANAQAZ7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1I/TH7F/HANAQAZ7/F1ITH7FHANAQAZ7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1I/TH7F/HANAQAZ7/F1ITH7FHANAQAZ7.SMALL.jpg Little Mom on the Prairie The holidays can tap you out, leaving you to have to be creative with your gift wrap! For small gifts, (or even a kind of Redneck Advent Calendar!) this is a super cheap DIY gift box made from an empty toilet paper roll. It is also a great way to use up those scraps of wrapping paper! Materials: To...
By: Little Mom on the Prairie

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 13 Dec 2012 13:40:56 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Collage-a-Brooch/
Collage a Brooch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/AVHY/HABC89TS/FPWAVHYHABC89TS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/AVHY/HABC89TS/FPWAVHYHABC89TS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/AVHY/HABC89TS/FPWAVHYHABC89TS.SMALL.jpg Susan Cirigliano I collect all sorts of really awesome "stuff" bits and pieces of any and everything. Beautiful little objects that I dont want to part with. So I started to make tiny collages of found objects and turn them into  pieces of art that can be worn. Brooches of recycled treasures.  supplies Pretty muc...
By: Susan Cirigliano

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 7 Dec 2012 21:35:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Galaxy-Sweatshirts-Or-anything-you-want-to-/
DIY "Galaxy" Sweatshirts! Or anything you want to "SPACE-ify"! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/P4ZD/HA4MBMPN/FBLP4ZDHA4MBMPN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/P4ZD/HA4MBMPN/FBLP4ZDHA4MBMPN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/P4ZD/HA4MBMPN/FBLP4ZDHA4MBMPN.SMALL.jpg Julianne fights Dragons! I love galaxy inspired prints and jackets but did not like the price tag($75 for leggings? I could just buy an entirely new wardrobe at a thrift store and still have enough money for lunch!) and thought it would be awesome to make an Instructable to make your own "galaxy" clothing article! This is ...
By: Julianne fights Dragons!

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 7 Dec 2012 12:16:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Altoids-Advent-calendar/
Altoids Advent calendar - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO0/Y4AP/FOHTTVO7/FO0Y4APFOHTTVO7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO0/Y4AP/FOHTTVO7/FO0Y4APFOHTTVO7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO0/Y4AP/FOHTTVO7/FO0Y4APFOHTTVO7.SMALL.jpg sassycrafter This time of year, kids can hardly wait for the man in the red suit to bring toys to all good girls and boys. One way to help kids count the days is with an Advent calendar. But why settle for an old-fashioned paper one? Make a 3-D sculpture that can hold a small surprise for every day between now a...
By: sassycrafter

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 12 Dec 2008 13:53:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/glass-jar-lanterns/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/6SGW/H9T4QH8Z/FTC6SGWH9T4QH8Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/6SGW/H9T4QH8Z/FTC6SGWH9T4QH8Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/6SGW/H9T4QH8Z/FTC6SGWH9T4QH8Z.SMALL.jpg petina you will need empty glass food jars glass relief paint ( comes in a tube, i used pebeo cost £4) either glass or porcelaine painting medium (again i used pebeo cost £4) acrylic paint oven instructions for up cycle jars .First give your jars a soak in some hot soapy water, scrub well inside, paying c...
By: petina

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Nov 2012 11:11:56 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Paper-Brush-Pot/
Paper Brush Pot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2R/ZIWU/FXA2YKF8/F2RZIWUFXA2YKF8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2R/ZIWU/FXA2YKF8/F2RZIWUFXA2YKF8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2R/ZIWU/FXA2YKF8/F2RZIWUFXA2YKF8.SMALL.jpg scienstein In a new working environment, there is often a need for containers to hold and store the stationery or small tools like forceps and scissors. As paper is the most common material that could be found in most of the working environments and there are many wasted papers produced everyday due to either...
By: scienstein

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 Jul 2009 03:40:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/FROM-old-HEADPHONE-TO-EARMUFF/
{ FROM (old) HEADPHONE TO EARMUFF { - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8I/3X82/H9G19HAC/F8I3X82H9G19HAC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8I/3X82/H9G19HAC/F8I3X82H9G19HAC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8I/3X82/H9G19HAC/F8I3X82H9G19HAC.SMALL.jpg marcellahella I like earmuff and I wanted to make a pair myself, I used a broken pair of  headphone. They are super warm and fluffy! MATERIALS you need: _old headphone;                 _spongy material;                 _fleece:                 _fake fur. PREPARE HEADPHONE Cut the wire of the headphone away....
By: marcellahella

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Nov 2012 09:21:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Paper-Basket-Crafting/
Paper Basket Crafting - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/JQHI/H9G177SF/F7ZJQHIH9G177SF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/JQHI/H9G177SF/F7ZJQHIH9G177SF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/JQHI/H9G177SF/F7ZJQHIH9G177SF.SMALL.jpg Muhaiminah Faiz I always try to use recycled materials for crafting projects. Almost everyone have piles of papers (newspaper, brown paper, magazine paper etc.)  around their houses. It's about time we turned them into something useful! In this instructable I've tried to show 5 easy patterns for paper basket weavin...
By: Muhaiminah Faiz

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Nov 2012 04:45:36 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Brooch-Flower-Pin-From-Grandmas-Polyester-Blouse/
Brooch Flower Pin From Grandma's Polyester Blouse - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNH/2Z4S/H9G12EQJ/FNH2Z4SH9G12EQJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNH/2Z4S/H9G12EQJ/FNH2Z4SH9G12EQJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNH/2Z4S/H9G12EQJ/FNH2Z4SH9G12EQJ.SMALL.jpg Crafty Heart My 92-year old Grandma passed away this year in March.  She loved her polyester blouses!  We could not bear to throw them away; so, I decided to make flower pins out of them.  I think of her each and every time I wear or look at one. Hope this inspires you to create your own memory flowers and reme...
By: Crafty Heart

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 16 Nov 2012 19:40:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Frame-from-old-canvas/
Frame from old canvas - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVL/ID43/H7W5Z501/FVLID43H7W5Z501.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVL/ID43/H7W5Z501/FVLID43H7W5Z501.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVL/ID43/H7W5Z501/FVLID43H7W5Z501.SMALL.jpg misko13 I tried to make some melted crayon art and it turned out terrible. Everytime I looked at it, it hurt  ;D I decided to disassemble "the artpiece" to reuse the crayons and recycle the canvas. Once I did that I realized the wood looked quite beautiful and that with some sanding it could look really gre...
By: misko13

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Oct 2012 08:37:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Colourful-Kool-Aid-Jammers-Lunch-Sack-Craft-H/
DIY Colourful Kool-Aid Jammers Lunch Sack Craft (Learn to Sew Project) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9W/3FKQ/H6735PX9/F9W3FKQH6735PX9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9W/3FKQ/H6735PX9/F9W3FKQH6735PX9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9W/3FKQ/H6735PX9/F9W3FKQH6735PX9.SMALL.jpg mommyknows1 Original post at Mommyknows.com Make this super cute back to school lunch sack using recycled drink packets. You’ll need: Sewing machine Thread 15 clean, dry drink packets Tape Ruler (or measuring tape) Stick on velcro fasteners Collect 15 Empty Drink Packets Slice open the bottom of each pack...
By: mommyknows1

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Sep 2012 20:14:21 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/Makedo-Sneaky-Spy-Periscope/
Makedo Sneaky Spy Periscope - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F14/IA47/H67389R2/F14IA47H67389R2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F14/IA47/H67389R2/F14IA47H67389R2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F14/IA47/H67389R2/F14IA47H67389R2.SMALL.jpg makedo-able Become a secret agent with the Makedo Sneaky Spy Periscope. Snoop around corners and discover what happens when you’re not in the room! Will you catch the cookie thief? To make this Periscope, we’ve used 2 small mirrors, some cardboard, milk cartons and Makedo parts available from mymakedo.com Fin...
By: makedo-able

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2012 23:52:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Tote-Bag-from-a-Discarded-Grain-Bag/
Make a Tote Bag from a Discarded Grain Bag - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/XKAT/H6734K8F/FFCXKATH6734K8F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/XKAT/H6734K8F/FFCXKATH6734K8F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/XKAT/H6734K8F/FFCXKATH6734K8F.SMALL.jpg cschanelydon While at my local brewery, I saw a pile of empty grain bags.  The head brewer was annoyed that the guy who was supposed to pick them up had not yet, and he was about to put all of them in the dumpster.  I had to do something, so I snagged a dozen or so, with the intent of making tote bags with them....
By: cschanelydon

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2012 15:20:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Heineken2D2/
Heineken2D2 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRK/M5MX/H5TU9Y10/FRKM5MXH5TU9Y10.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRK/M5MX/H5TU9Y10/FRKM5MXH5TU9Y10.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRK/M5MX/H5TU9Y10/FRKM5MXH5TU9Y10.SMALL.jpg PeckLauros Passing through the street, I saw this "tin" and I had the idea of creating something. I thought I had the most original idea in the universe. However, a simple search on the internet made #11;#11;me realize that was not the case. Anyway I decided to create my robot in a different way. Hope you enjo...
By: PeckLauros

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Aug 2012 15:43:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Tyrannosaurus-Rex-using-plastic-trash/
Make a Tyrannosaurus Rex (using plastic trash) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/6HGR/H5Y9VV1U/F2W6HGRH5Y9VV1U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/6HGR/H5Y9VV1U/F2W6HGRH5Y9VV1U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/6HGR/H5Y9VV1U/F2W6HGRH5Y9VV1U.SMALL.jpg M.C. Langer The world is aware of the enormous amount of plastic trash we are throwing to the environment. And now more than ever, is important to teach in the schools how to reduce, reuse and recycling. This educational project will show how to build a dinosaur using plastic trash available in home. And the be...
By: M.C. Langer

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 16:16:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Kickin-Mitts/
Kickin' Mitts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG7/NPGE/H5TU9L2K/FG7NPGEH5TU9L2K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG7/NPGE/H5TU9L2K/FG7NPGEH5TU9L2K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG7/NPGE/H5TU9L2K/FG7NPGEH5TU9L2K.SMALL.jpg brypost What do you do with your old shoes? Mine find their way into my closet -- they're there as a backup to my current shoes. But I find that these shoes begin to aggregate; they pile up until I’m motivated to throw them out or donate them. So, I thought, what else can I do with these old soles? I dete...
By: brypost

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:12:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/VHS-Cassette-Clutch/
VHS Cassette Clutch! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG0/YVDN/H5TVAQQ1/FG0YVDNH5TVAQQ1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG0/YVDN/H5TVAQQ1/FG0YVDNH5TVAQQ1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG0/YVDN/H5TVAQQ1/FG0YVDNH5TVAQQ1.SMALL.jpg mattopensource Skeined Productions - Under 1 hour VHS Cassette Clutch upcycle! This project involves using any old VHS cassette, crocheting the magnetic tape into the shoulder strap and some clever tricks to make a unique clutch! Tools Required: Scissors Hot glue gun Clear packaging tape (or thin clear plastic sh...
By: mattopensource

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 Aug 2012 23:28:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Shady-Shades-DIY-Sunglass-Curtain/
Shady Shades - DIY Sunglass Curtain! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKU/HJS1/H5TUC3NI/FKUHJS1H5TUC3NI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKU/HJS1/H5TUC3NI/FKUHJS1H5TUC3NI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKU/HJS1/H5TUC3NI/FKUHJS1H5TUC3NI.SMALL.jpg maz212 Do you have old sunglasses just lying around?! Why not make a unique, decorative curtain out of the lenses! I love sunglasses and wanted to find a way that I could use all of the old or broken pairs of sunglasses. So I gathered a bunch of pairs from friends and family (16 pairs to be exact) and cre...
By: maz212

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 Aug 2012 20:44:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Up-swing/
Up-swing - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPY/L6XE/H5TUC3OP/FPYL6XEH5TUC3OP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPY/L6XE/H5TUC3OP/FPYL6XEH5TUC3OP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPY/L6XE/H5TUC3OP/FPYL6XEH5TUC3OP.SMALL.jpg kcnoderer *As featured on http://reuseandupcycle.blogspot.com * Do you have piles of plastic grocery bags lying around? Do you feel guilty throwing them away, but don't know what to do with them? Well over the course of this instructable, I will show you how to turn your bundles of bags into a comfortable, s...
By: kcnoderer

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 Aug 2012 19:14:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/VHS-Cassette-Yarn-Dispenser/
VHS Cassette Yarn Dispenser! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/V43D/H5ED87TD/F92V43DH5ED87TD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/V43D/H5ED87TD/F92V43DH5ED87TD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/V43D/H5ED87TD/F92V43DH5ED87TD.SMALL.jpg mattopensource Skeined Productions - 5 minute project to turn your favorite VHS cassette into a nifty two color yarn dispenser!  Tools required: Small Phillips head screwdriver VHS Cassette Scissors Many feet of Yarn (can be any thickness) Remove All Screws & Open VHS Cassette Using the screw driver, remove al...
By: mattopensource

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 Aug 2012 14:51:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Makedo-Milk-Carton-Fish/
Makedo Milk Carton Fish - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNM/H7H5/H5F2ZKNV/FNMH7H5H5F2ZKNV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNM/H7H5/H5F2ZKNV/FNMH7H5H5F2ZKNV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNM/H7H5/H5F2ZKNV/FNMH7H5H5F2ZKNV.SMALL.jpg makedo-able Turn your packaging into a friendly fish from the sea with this quick reuse craft project. Gather together a milk carton, bottle caps and colourful or shiny material like foil baking cups. Attach them all together with our easy to follow instructions and Makedo parts from mymakedo.com Find Source...
By: makedo-able

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 Aug 2012 16:57:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Convert-an-apron-into-a-tote-bag-in-an-hour/
Convert an apron into a tote bag in an hour! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ9/W8AQ/GBVJ7ZJI/FZ9W8AQGBVJ7ZJI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ9/W8AQ/GBVJ7ZJI/FZ9W8AQGBVJ7ZJI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ9/W8AQ/GBVJ7ZJI/FZ9W8AQGBVJ7ZJI.SMALL.jpg originalandrea.com I am a consultant for a cooking product company. I was given a free apron, but I'm not really the apron type. I decided to turn my apron into a great logo tote bag for carrying extra catalogs around (logo has been blacked out). It's also a great size for an overnight bag, a reusable grocery bag, et...
By: originalandrea.com

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 22 Jul 2010 09:53:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/20-Portable-Silkscreen-Kit/
$20 Portable Silkscreen Kit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYF/RPZV/H58PKGRR/FYFRPZVH58PKGRR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYF/RPZV/H58PKGRR/FYFRPZVH58PKGRR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYF/RPZV/H58PKGRR/FYFRPZVH58PKGRR.SMALL.jpg br3ttb No more excuses!  For $20 you can make a dozen screens, each with the ability to ink many times. This instructable seeks to significantly reduce the cost of silkscreening small numbers of shirts.  For years I'd wanted to try it, but I couldn't justify the cost.  Even the $100 screenprint "systems" ...
By: br3ttb

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 Aug 2012 08:40:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/A-table-lamp-from-plastic-bottles/
A table lamp from plastic bottles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVR/J5H4/H4VQKW4W/FVRJ5H4H4VQKW4W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVR/J5H4/H4VQKW4W/FVRJ5H4H4VQKW4W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVR/J5H4/H4VQKW4W/FVRJ5H4H4VQKW4W.SMALL.jpg dezine Who would have thought that by using a few empty plastic cold drink bottles you could not only recycle them, but also have a stunning floor lamp.  Anyone can make this gorgeous floor lamp and all you really need are some empty 2-litre plastic bottles. Cut your plastic bottles For this project you...
By: dezine

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Jul 2012 08:53:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/T-Shirt-into-Continuous-Yarn/
T-Shirt into Continuous Yarn! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC0/8R0V/H54087O2/FC08R0VH54087O2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC0/8R0V/H54087O2/FC08R0VH54087O2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC0/8R0V/H54087O2/FC08R0VH54087O2.SMALL.jpg ReverieAerie In this instructable I will show how to turn an ordinary t-shirt into a string of continuous yarn! T-shirt yarn is great for recycling old t-shirts you never wear, and turning them into something more useful. How could t-shirt yarn be useful? Well, you can make all sorts of nifty things from it, inc...
By: ReverieAerie

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