http://www.instructables.com Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:47:03 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-reclaim-pallet-wood-for-reuse-without-brea/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3D/04LB/HBHGLUMB/F3D04LBHBHGLUMB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3D/04LB/HBHGLUMB/F3D04LBHBHGLUMB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3D/04LB/HBHGLUMB/F3D04LBHBHGLUMB.SMALL.jpg gaiatechnician I did a pallet garden project and to start it, I was given a shipment of 60 pallets which I had to deconstruct.!    I got to try all possible ways to break them up!  The one in this video worked the best for reclaiming the wood "without breaking it".  I used various tools and combinations in the vid...
By: gaiatechnician

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:36:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-T-Shirt-Journal-with-Donkey-Kong-Harry/
Recycled T-Shirt Journal - with Donkey Kong, Harry Potter, and other Nerdy Things - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/AVK7/HHS9SR7W/F9IAVK7HHS9SR7W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/AVK7/HHS9SR7W/F9IAVK7HHS9SR7W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/AVK7/HHS9SR7W/F9IAVK7HHS9SR7W.SMALL.jpg emilygraceking My husband loves to wear witty, ironic, awesome t-shirts, but he tends to go through them pretty quickly. Once the armpits get all weird and crunchy the thrift store won't take the shirts, so the clothing is destined for the trash. There are hundreds of ways to reuse t-shirts all over the interent,...
By: emilygraceking

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 16 Jun 2013 12:20:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-and-Easy-Tube-Document-Carrier/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPT/KNT7/HHS9LKOW/FPTKNT7HHS9LKOW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPT/KNT7/HHS9LKOW/FPTKNT7HHS9LKOW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPT/KNT7/HHS9LKOW/FPTKNT7HHS9LKOW.SMALL.jpg waynevanwijk I am studying design at uni and am often surprised that I am not often surprised by the ingenuity of fellow students. It seems that it is too easy to run off to a shop and buy something when creative thinking can easily solve a problem. This cheap solution to the problem of easily carrying rolled, p...
By: waynevanwijk

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 16 Jun 2013 04:37:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Upcycled-Old-bed-into-new-one-for-Children/
Upcycled Old bed into new one for Children - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8D/TEW4/HHS9D3F7/F8DTEW4HHS9D3F7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8D/TEW4/HHS9D3F7/F8DTEW4HHS9D3F7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8D/TEW4/HHS9D3F7/F8DTEW4HHS9D3F7.SMALL.jpg LillyChouquette Tools Required      multi function tool PMF 180      paint gun PFS 105      drill      set screw rotates      wall stapler hardware Requirements Units Description Material Dimensions 1 Old wooden bed 1 person _ Paint Mono layer 2 wood boards 22cmX 90cm 8 Screws _ diam 5 Cotton fabrics _ _ Fleece _...
By: LillyChouquette

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 15 Jun 2013 14:01:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Fun-Flower-Fence/
How to make a Fun Flower Fence - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0I/JDV4/HHS9SHNN/F0IJDV4HHS9SHNN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0I/JDV4/HHS9SHNN/F0IJDV4HHS9SHNN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0I/JDV4/HHS9SHNN/F0IJDV4HHS9SHNN.SMALL.jpg artlife This is a copy of a cool fence that we built years ago. In the rainy northwest, it provides a pleasant break from the grey skies. Quite a few strangers have knocked on my door to thank me for brightening their day with the site of the fence. A few years ago a young man actually came and asked if i...
By: artlife

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 14 Jun 2013 20:40:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycle-old-bottles-to-make-a-Bracelet-holder/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/6E40/HHS9RMHW/F876E40HHS9RMHW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/6E40/HHS9RMHW/F876E40HHS9RMHW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/6E40/HHS9RMHW/F876E40HHS9RMHW.SMALL.jpg cel9ena make sure to subscribe to my youtube channel youtube.com/cel9ena
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 11 Jun 2013 14:51:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/No-sew-Shirt/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEV/EKN8/HHS9CP3L/FEVEKN8HHS9CP3L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEV/EKN8/HHS9CP3L/FEVEKN8HHS9CP3L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEV/EKN8/HHS9CP3L/FEVEKN8HHS9CP3L.SMALL.jpg cel9ena Learn how to take an old shirt and recycle it into a new shirt instead of throwing it away! make sure to follow my youtube.com/cel9ena if you liked the video!
By: cel9ena

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 11 Jun 2013 14:46:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Shrinky-Dink-beads-without-leaving-the-house-AND-n/
Shrinky Dink beads without leaving the house AND no scraps! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWV/I4I5/HHS9KGE8/FWVI4I5HHS9KGE8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWV/I4I5/HHS9KGE8/FWVI4I5HHS9KGE8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWV/I4I5/HHS9KGE8/FWVI4I5HHS9KGE8.SMALL.jpg ErisUrthDesigns THIS INSTRUCTABLE INCLUDES FIRE. BE CAREFUL! I wanted to make beads out of plastic after seeing an instructable here, but saw the word torch and clicked away. This is my resulting experiment with recycling plastic water bottles.  Materials: Plastic water bottle (I used a large Dasani bottle) Li...
By: ErisUrthDesigns

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 11 Jun 2013 14:33:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Facelift-old-bangles/
Facelift old bangles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRW/4ODP/HHOFUX31/FRW4ODPHHOFUX31.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRW/4ODP/HHOFUX31/FRW4ODPHHOFUX31.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRW/4ODP/HHOFUX31/FRW4ODPHHOFUX31.SMALL.jpg zeyanimisbah I have huge lot of old bangles which I don’t wear anymore. I have given most of them to friends and family and still I have some left behind. I saw this idea in pinterest and wanted to do this with the old bangles I have. Show some love by voting xox Things needed: Old bangles String be...
By: zeyanimisbah

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Jun 2013 09:49:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Convert-a-Kids-T-Shirt-into-a-Backpack/
How to Convert a Kid's T-Shirt into a Backpack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLP/KPL4/HHMI86QS/FLPKPL4HHMI86QS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLP/KPL4/HHMI86QS/FLPKPL4HHMI86QS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLP/KPL4/HHMI86QS/FLPKPL4HHMI86QS.SMALL.jpg tidje I made this cute little backpack out of a boys long-sleeved shirt that was being thrown out by another mother nearby.  I was offered a lot of her clothes when her son had grown out of them.  Somehow, I didn't imagine my son wearing this as a shirt, but I envisioned it being a much cuter little backp...
By: tidje

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 7 Jun 2013 07:29:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Bottle-Building/
How to make a Bottle Building - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/I4PA/HHI55VP1/F86I4PAHHI55VP1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/I4PA/HHI55VP1/F86I4PAHHI55VP1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/I4PA/HHI55VP1/F86I4PAHHI55VP1.SMALL.jpg artlife Hi Everyone this is my first instructable. Please be gentle. I f you like it, please vote for me. Thanks.         We have built two bottle buildings.     One is a small storage building made with a variety of different bottles. The other is a larger building made primarily of ...
By: artlife

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 6 Jun 2013 22:49:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Artistic-composition-using-broken-quadcopter-blade/
Artistic composition using broken quadcopter blades - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/NTX1/HHI4WM0M/FHINTX1HHI4WM0M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/NTX1/HHI4WM0M/FHINTX1HHI4WM0M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/NTX1/HHI4WM0M/FHINTX1HHI4WM0M.SMALL.jpg derte84 This is a perfect gift  for a rookie quadcopter pilot or for father's day If you ever tried to experiment with a quad-copter you will also probably experienced a crash.  While usually quadcopters are quite sturdy, their blades are fragile and easily break. In this instructable I suggest you a way ...
By: derte84

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 6 Jun 2013 04:49:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Garden-side-table-with-hard-stone-top/
Garden side table with hard stone top (all re-used materials) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F66/BIJP/HH2VL395/F66BIJPHH2VL395.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F66/BIJP/HH2VL395/F66BIJPHH2VL395.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F66/BIJP/HH2VL395/F66BIJPHH2VL395.SMALL.jpg Dave A A while ago I found a disposed hard stone polished kitchensink top. I carried this treasure home, although it was HEAVY and I didn't know what to do with it yet, but a creative person doesn't have junk lying around, only new ideas. The purpose came to me later when I changed my front door to a new o...
By: Dave A

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 3 Jun 2013 14:13:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Springy-Blockhead/
Springy Blockhead - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9O/U0OT/HHCEJX5I/F9OU0OTHHCEJX5I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9O/U0OT/HHCEJX5I/F9OU0OTHHCEJX5I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9O/U0OT/HHCEJX5I/F9OU0OTHHCEJX5I.SMALL.jpg sdbigguy This is something that I came up with when I had to much time on my hands. I scrounged around and found some wire, a small block of wood and a photo of my partner. With the addition of scissors, some white glue, a electric drill with a small bit and an hot glue gun. The block of wood was a pie...
By: sdbigguy

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 3 Jun 2013 10:02:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-Own-Art-Canvases/
Make Your Own Art Canvases - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVS/CVFS/HH2VODQB/FVSCVFSHH2VODQB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVS/CVFS/HH2VODQB/FVSCVFSHH2VODQB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVS/CVFS/HH2VODQB/FVSCVFSHH2VODQB.SMALL.jpg Creativeman How about up cycling some old sheets or other linen like material into very useful and cost effective art canvases!  If you like to practice your painting a lot, but worry about the expense of store bought canvas, here's a fun and frugal alternative. Getting Started To make the canvases gather up...
By: Creativeman

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 3 Jun 2013 00:15:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Eco-Friendly-Bird-Feeder/
Eco Friendly Bird Feeder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSS/QT4Q/HH2VOCNK/FSSQT4QHH2VOCNK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSS/QT4Q/HH2VOCNK/FSSQT4QHH2VOCNK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSS/QT4Q/HH2VOCNK/FSSQT4QHH2VOCNK.SMALL.jpg leec4 There are always those annoying, scavenger-like birds lurking near by in your backyard or by your home.  By using materials that you would usually throw away, you can now solve that problem by creating a bird feeder within minutes!  With this bird feeder, the feed will fall out through the holes cre...
By: leec4

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 2 Jun 2013 20:04:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Turn-old-buttons-into-cute-little-earrings/
Turn old buttons into cute little earrings. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNS/GOBU/HH2VYFTU/FNSGOBUHH2VYFTU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNS/GOBU/HH2VYFTU/FNSGOBUHH2VYFTU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNS/GOBU/HH2VYFTU/FNSGOBUHH2VYFTU.SMALL.jpg zeyanimisbah Currently I’m into finding new ways to use stuff which is left behind after doing other craft projects. And I have a huge lot of buttons which I bought for sewing projects. Then something awesome struck my mind; why don’t I make jewelry out of buttons. And the first thing which came to my mind was e...
By: zeyanimisbah

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 1 Jun 2013 07:57:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Super-easy-button-bracelet/
Super easy button bracelet. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQK/AR59/HH2VM72F/FQKAR59HH2VM72F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQK/AR59/HH2VM72F/FQKAR59HH2VM72F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQK/AR59/HH2VM72F/FQKAR59HH2VM72F.SMALL.jpg zeyanimisbah This is a great way reuse old buttons laying around. When you have no bracelet matching to your outfit this is an easy thing to do. Please vote for me in the jewelry contest, that means a lot xox Things needed. Things you will need: A button 2 pieces of 22” long twine/ hemp Step one: Fold a ...
By: zeyanimisbah

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 29 May 2013 09:47:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/A-different-Fire-Pit-from-a-Washing-Machine-drum/
A different Fire Pit from a Washing Machine drum - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGO/YM45/HH2VJLP3/FGOYM45HH2VJLP3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGO/YM45/HH2VJLP3/FGOYM45HH2VJLP3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGO/YM45/HH2VJLP3/FGOYM45HH2VJLP3.SMALL.jpg onemoroni1 Thanks so much for the response since I posted this. Please vote for the contests I've entered. I had seen and heard of making a fire pit out of a washing machine drum. Well lucky day! The washing machine died! Please use all safety equipment and caution when working with power tools and sharp mat...
By: onemoroni1

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 May 2013 09:02:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pistachio-MedallionPendant/
Pistachio Medallion/Pendant - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIT/42LO/HH2W3F6B/FIT42LOHH2W3F6B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIT/42LO/HH2W3F6B/FIT42LOHH2W3F6B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIT/42LO/HH2W3F6B/FIT42LOHH2W3F6B.SMALL.jpg shazni Pistachio are very versatile don't you think? once you eat em....their shells are great for crafts! My daughter hordes them like nobody's busiisnuss What You Need Pistachio shells cleaned wire hard cardboard - to cut circle of your choice. hot glue To make the Medallion you need to cut a ci...
By: shazni

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 May 2013 08:25:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Clip-On-3D-Glasses-Green-Solution-For-Nearsighted/
Clip On 3D Glasses, Green Solution For Nearsighted 3D Movie Enthuseists - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN8/OS81/HH2VN416/FN8OS81HH2VN416.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN8/OS81/HH2VN416/FN8OS81HH2VN416.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN8/OS81/HH2VN416/FN8OS81HH2VN416.SMALL.jpg SuperfluousInEverySituation If you wear perscription glasses and enjoy 3D film, you've been there. The choice: just wear the 3D glasses and give up details in the movie, or wear both and suffer through the awkward look and feel of stacked glasses.No more! Here is the fifteen minute and virtually (pun unfortunetly intended) fre...
By: SuperfluousInEverySituation

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 26 May 2013 21:18:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PULLEY-PLANTER/
PULLEY PLANTER - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIB/56CS/HH2W53O7/FIB56CSHH2W53O7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIB/56CS/HH2W53O7/FIB56CSHH2W53O7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIB/56CS/HH2W53O7/FIB56CSHH2W53O7.SMALL.jpg tryitnow This is my vintage pulley planter that is very cheap and easy to make.  I found the pulley at a yard sale. I purchased a couple feet of rope and a plant at a local store. WHAT YOU NEED What you need is an old wooden pulley, which can be found at many yard sales, a couple feet of rope and a plan...
By: tryitnow

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 26 May 2013 15:01:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Love-a-Tree-Make-a-Tassel-Necklace/
Love a Tree? Make a Tassel Necklace - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB9/8VVC/HH2VIYG9/FB98VVCHH2VIYG9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB9/8VVC/HH2VIYG9/FB98VVCHH2VIYG9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB9/8VVC/HH2VIYG9/FB98VVCHH2VIYG9.SMALL.jpg joppenheimer  Want to hug your tree and have it hug you back? Then, use it to make some "faux fringe" jewelry using a palm leaf. Prune your palm Prune your palm. Cut out a section and roll it and let it dry. It can be further trimmed later. Gather some supplies Strip some electrical wire for the main neckl...
By: joppenheimer

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 24 May 2013 18:31:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-map-decor-for-your-home-aka-what-to-do-if-yo/
DIY map decor for your home! aka, what to do if you have tons of maps laying around. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F14/AGXS/HGU2DGV5/F14AGXSHGU2DGV5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F14/AGXS/HGU2DGV5/F14AGXSHGU2DGV5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F14/AGXS/HGU2DGV5/F14AGXSHGU2DGV5.SMALL.jpg vphambruin I am doing a whole series of “apartment map décor” because: 1) I have a TON of old National Geographic maps (the giant kind, too.. not the normal paper maps!) and  2) I needed some decor for my new apartment.  A common idea I saw was framing an area of the map, or simple wall hangings of antique or...
By: vphambruin

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 08:24:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/UPcycled-Sandals-re-using-bike-tube-and-cardboa/
UP(cycled) Sandals: re-using bike tube and cardboard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUE/JPVZ/HGU2PLNG/FUEJPVZHGU2PLNG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUE/JPVZ/HGU2PLNG/FUEJPVZHGU2PLNG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUE/JPVZ/HGU2PLNG/FUEJPVZHGU2PLNG.SMALL.jpg CloudsDriftingBy Here are the materials you will need: cardboard, bike tubing, scissors, a pen, and duct tape. Acquire used tubes or tires I rode my bike over to the local bike shop, and they let me look thru their dumpster. Select some dry tubes. Make a cardboard sole Using cardboard, trace around your foot, ...
By: CloudsDriftingBy

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 06:52:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Rally-Towel-Jacket/
Recycled Rally Towel Jacket - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRE/A5HW/HGIEW0FW/FREA5HWHGIEW0FW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRE/A5HW/HGIEW0FW/FREA5HWHGIEW0FW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRE/A5HW/HGIEW0FW/FREA5HWHGIEW0FW.SMALL.jpg HenryBasenji A recent closet clean-out revealed an accumulation of an alarming number of rally towels in our home. Once they have been wrung of the tears they have absorbed (as you can see from this collection, largely tears of disappointment rather than joy) what can one do with such a collection? How many dish...
By: HenryBasenji

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 May 2013 20:28:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Upcycled-Marmite-Jar-Tea-Light/
Upcycled Marmite Jar Tea Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNP/HWN2/HGU2P00L/FNPHWN2HGU2P00L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNP/HWN2/HGU2P00L/FNPHWN2HGU2P00L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNP/HWN2/HGU2P00L/FNPHWN2HGU2P00L.SMALL.jpg SuicidalBarrelRoll Marmite, love or hate? I'm personally on the fence, but I love cool reusage of stuff like jars, tins (go altoids!), so one day, after using up the Marmitey dregs in a pot to make a rice cake sandwich, this popped into my head. Remove Back Label Using water, nail polish remover, patience and fing...
By: SuicidalBarrelRoll

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 May 2013 14:51:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Reuse-Reuse-Reuse-Beer-Cup-Edition/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE7/WX70/HGO9IQ6P/FE7WX70HGO9IQ6P.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE7/WX70/HGO9IQ6P/FE7WX70HGO9IQ6P.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE7/WX70/HGO9IQ6P/FE7WX70HGO9IQ6P.SMALL.jpg Tater Zoid I like beer and know a lot of great people. I go to all of their parties. Years ago, I noticed that there were a ton of half full (optimist) cups everywhere. To circumvent this problem, (a big one if you don't like to see wasted beers) I started writing my name on my cup. I also brought my cup home ...
By: Tater Zoid

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 15:14:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-an-automatic-closing-door-using-water/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZF/UWRA/HGIEVXYH/FZFUWRAHGIEVXYH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZF/UWRA/HGIEVXYH/FZFUWRAHGIEVXYH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZF/UWRA/HGIEVXYH/FZFUWRAHGIEVXYH.SMALL.jpg out-of-the-box  I am not the only one that has been annoyed by someone not closing my bed room door and from that comes this, an automatic closing door! After a while of wondering how I could make my door close by itself I realized I was over looking the simplicity in the task I wanted to acheive. Its so easy you ...
By: out-of-the-box

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 18:15:56 PDT 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/F35/FGJZ/HHYLVLMR/F35FGJZHHYLVLMR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F35/FGJZ/HHYLVLMR/F35FGJZHHYLVLMR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F35/FGJZ/HHYLVLMR/F35FGJZHHYLVLMR.SMALL.jpg The Green Gentleman I'm entering this in the Green Challenge and the Epilog Challenge.  If you like what you see, please vote for me! 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...
By: The Green Gentleman

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 06:53:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Save-Money-Help-The-Environment/
Save Money & Help The Environment - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2M/04RR/HGH093NS/F2M04RRHGH093NS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2M/04RR/HGH093NS/F2M04RRHGH093NS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2M/04RR/HGH093NS/F2M04RRHGH093NS.SMALL.jpg the cat expert In this Instructable, I will teach you tips how to help the environment, help your wallet, and save the world.  Oh, and don't forget to vote for me in the Green Design Contest. Reduce Consumerism. people say it's awful, and never do anything about it. But if you cut down on the products you buy,...
By: the cat expert

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 19:51:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pistachio-Shell-Eco-Earrings/
Pistachio Shell Eco Earrings - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTK/54ZJ/H3Z3U7WR/FTK54ZJH3Z3U7WR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTK/54ZJ/H3Z3U7WR/FTK54ZJH3Z3U7WR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTK/54ZJ/H3Z3U7WR/FTK54ZJH3Z3U7WR.SMALL.jpg Sandstorm12 My Artist Corner...The Pistachio Phenomenon I just wanted to know where do all the pistachio shells go? I hear there's an island the size of Texas somewhere in the Pacific, oh wait, I think that one is made of nothing but plastic. I also hear that some of the jewelry and art I have purchased are ma...
By: Sandstorm12

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 May 2013 08:56:34 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/toy-coil-ring/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYU/TK1K/HFWSUSFN/FYUTK1KHFWSUSFN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYU/TK1K/HFWSUSFN/FYUTK1KHFWSUSFN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYU/TK1K/HFWSUSFN/FYUTK1KHFWSUSFN.SMALL.jpg lanzadora with a glue gun with black glue you can turn any finger-fitting stainless steal coil with some small toys into very special , comfortable rings . just glue the toy in a safe position on the coil so the glue penetrates the coil a bit .
By: lanzadora

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 May 2013 15:05:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-cabinet-for-airbrush/
Building a cabinet for airbrush - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC4/I2E0/HFSH59K5/FC4I2E0HFSH59K5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC4/I2E0/HFSH59K5/FC4I2E0HFSH59K5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC4/I2E0/HFSH59K5/FC4I2E0HFSH59K5.SMALL.jpg Sebdec What you need: - 1 night cabinet (bought secondhand for 5euro) would be interesting if you find one with a wooden board at the bottom front. (like in the picture) - 2 pc fans (secondhand) - best is 120mm. The bigger, the more airflow. - 1 old powersupply for pc. - some self adhesive led (touch)light...
By: Sebdec

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 May 2013 06:12:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cat-Perch-Tree-From-Junk/
Cat Perch Tree From Junk - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLQ/24RW/HFSHVR1W/FLQ24RWHFSHVR1W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLQ/24RW/HFSHVR1W/FLQ24RWHFSHVR1W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLQ/24RW/HFSHVR1W/FLQ24RWHFSHVR1W.SMALL.jpg DragonSlaveArmory This is an easy to build cat tree with minimal tools using junk you may have laying around in just a couple of hours. I went picking over at dads to collect some wood, PVC pipe, rope, carpet, and a plastic tub. 50' of rope only got us 1' of wrapped pipe so I need to go get some more, but for now I a...
By: DragonSlaveArmory

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 May 2013 18:31:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Air-Conditioner-Condensation-Reclamation/
Air Conditioner Condensation Reclamation - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZP/GIMR/HG85C6VQ/FZPGIMRHG85C6VQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZP/GIMR/HG85C6VQ/FZPGIMRHG85C6VQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZP/GIMR/HG85C6VQ/FZPGIMRHG85C6VQ.SMALL.jpg Flyingspyder My air conditioner runs most of the summer and the condinsation line drips and keeps the side of my driveway wet and the ground soggy. I kept a three gallon bucket under it last year and emptied it out at least twice daily to water some new trees and plants. What I needed was a way to automaticly dr...
By: Flyingspyder

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 May 2013 08:25:31 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/Recycle-ceramics-into-awesome-Mosaic-stepping-ston/
Recycle ceramics into awesome Mosaic stepping stones - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO4/22R8/HFSHG2YT/FO422R8HFSHG2YT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO4/22R8/HFSHG2YT/FO422R8HFSHG2YT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO4/22R8/HFSHG2YT/FO422R8HFSHG2YT.SMALL.jpg CloudsDriftingBy I am a Middle School Art Teacher, and sometimes after a round of firing ceramics, there are pieces left over. Over the years, the pile gets bigger and bigger. One day, I decided to make a Mosaic! This is exciting, one, because I get to give the kids hammers and ask them to smash up pottery, and two,...
By: CloudsDriftingBy

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 May 2013 13:43:53 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-reuse-a-coffee-can-Pencil-holder/
How to reuse a coffee can -- Pencil holder! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQK/VEE5/HFPTICHR/FQKVEE5HFPTICHR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQK/VEE5/HFPTICHR/FQKVEE5HFPTICHR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQK/VEE5/HFPTICHR/FQKVEE5HFPTICHR.SMALL.jpg elewis03 Today I recovered an old coffee can with felt, slapped on some felt flowers and called it a pencil holder. Here's how I did it! I used: Felt (three different colors) Coffee can (small/medium sized -- 11.3 oz.) Scissors Hot glue gun Clean the can First, I took off the label from the coffee can an...
By: elewis03

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Apr 2013 14:59:18 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/Compost-Drying-Bin-out-of-left-over-Wood-Metal-/
Compost / Drying Bin out of left over Wood, Metal , and Hardware - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/5J30/HFSHUOA6/FNC5J30HFSHUOA6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/5J30/HFSHUOA6/FNC5J30HFSHUOA6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/5J30/HFSHUOA6/FNC5J30HFSHUOA6.SMALL.jpg Gunther45 The backyard was cut the other day so I was raking up piles of the tall wild grass and putting them into piles to dry. My plan is to use them for compost but wanted them to dry well first to use as the brown matter. I am new to this so bare with me on the composting aspect. I am sure it is already s...
By: Gunther45

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2013 13:46:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Thrift-shop-dress-makeover/
Thrift shop dress makeover - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8I/ZKEW/HHS9ISRG/F8IZKEWHHS9ISRG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8I/ZKEW/HHS9ISRG/F8IZKEWHHS9ISRG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8I/ZKEW/HHS9ISRG/F8IZKEWHHS9ISRG.SMALL.jpg katvanlew This is a great project for a beginner seamstress. Most thrift shops have several old prom dresses to choose from. There are few things more frustrating than spending $40 on fabric and a pattern and then realizing you cut it out wrong. Sometimes I get an idea for an article of clothing but don't wan...
By: katvanlew

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Apr 2013 19:16:08 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/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/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/Tulip-Ribbon-Trim-and-Pleated-T-Shirt/
Pleated T With Pretty Purple Tulip Trim - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/Y34O/HFPTGY11/F75Y34OHFPTGY11.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/Y34O/HFPTGY11/F75Y34OHFPTGY11.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/Y34O/HFPTGY11/F75Y34OHFPTGY11.SMALL.jpg shazni This is a beautiful ribbon trim...I call it The Tulip...cause it looks like it! It's actually used in smocking...but when using in ribbons...you only do one row pattern and you get this beautiful ribbon trim. The Tulip Ribbon Trim- Materials Satin Ribbon-  washed so the starch is removed...which...
By: shazni

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2013 14:07:12 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/Purple-Pot-Holder/
Purple Pot Holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8J/5XY6/HFBKEL5A/F8J5XY6HFBKEL5A.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8J/5XY6/HFBKEL5A/F8J5XY6HFBKEL5A.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8J/5XY6/HFBKEL5A/F8J5XY6HFBKEL5A.SMALL.jpg katvanlew Make a pretty potholder or two out of an old cotton shirt! I found a purple shirt at the thrift shop that had some pretty flowers and butterflies on it. I thought it would be perfect for this project. This would make a great gift for Mother's day or a nice house warming gift. You'll be surprised how...
By: katvanlew

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