http://www.instructables.com Wed, 22 May 2013 00:49:50 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Woven-Patio-Chair/
Woven Patio Chair - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/FF6U/HGU2F0LW/F4BFF6UHGU2F0LW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/FF6U/HGU2F0LW/F4BFF6UHGU2F0LW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/FF6U/HGU2F0LW/F4BFF6UHGU2F0LW.SMALL.jpg katvanlew A friend of mine had some metal frames for round patio chairs. The canvas seats had fallen apart a long time ago and he was trying to think of a way to use them again. The frames were a bit rusty but still quite sturdy. At the same time, I was trying to think of something to make out of dog food bag...
By: katvanlew

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 10:09:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Book-Bead-Earrings/
Book Bead Earrings - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/OWWX/HGH6XI4E/F1MOWWXHGH6XI4E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/OWWX/HGH6XI4E/F1MOWWXHGH6XI4E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/OWWX/HGH6XI4E/F1MOWWXHGH6XI4E.SMALL.jpg Erratic.Chromatic Wanting to incorporate books into jewelry, I came up with this idea. This Instructable shows how to make a paper cone bead out of an old book and how to attach them together to make a cube-like shape that is the center point of my earrings.  I also show how to bead-it-up. Supplies Supplies for ...
By: Erratic.Chromatic

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 22:52:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pizza-Wings-Costume/
Pizza "Wings" Costume - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4W/8QPC/HFSH7GVA/F4W8QPCHFSH7GVA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4W/8QPC/HFSH7GVA/F4W8QPCHFSH7GVA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4W/8QPC/HFSH7GVA/F4W8QPCHFSH7GVA.SMALL.jpg Erratic.Chromatic I created this pizza costume for a volunteer fundraiser for charity.  I wanted to make a costume that would open and close/ expand and contract. After lots of brainstorming and trial and error... I made this!  This instructable shows you how to make the basic wings. You don't have to turn it into a ...
By: Erratic.Chromatic

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 May 2013 02:59:43 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/Eco-Friendly-Thumbtacks-from-Recycled-Old-Jewelry/
Eco-Friendly Thumbtacks from Recycled Old Jewelry, Buttons, Stones, etc. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO6/SGKH/HF23XI2L/FO6SGKHHF23XI2L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO6/SGKH/HF23XI2L/FO6SGKHHF23XI2L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO6/SGKH/HF23XI2L/FO6SGKHHF23XI2L.SMALL.jpg Heidi Anne I do a lot of arts projects with salvaged materials, and these tacks were a simple, fun endeavor. I love how they recycle little pieces and can be customized for whoever wants them since they incorporate a range of materials. Make-to-Learn Youth Contest What did you make? I made a small collection...
By: Heidi Anne

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Apr 2013 19:34:01 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/Recycled-Paper-Easter-Baskets/
Recycled Paper Easter Baskets - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/H7PL/HEI4BO2O/FTXH7PLHEI4BO2O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/H7PL/HEI4BO2O/FTXH7PLHEI4BO2O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/H7PL/HEI4BO2O/FTXH7PLHEI4BO2O.SMALL.jpg sunFlow3r Hi!  This is a simple, easy way to make fabulous paper Easter baskets:)  They are really easy to weave and are made out of colored paper that I have gotten from handouts, flyers, reminders, etc, so they are super cheap (free, in fact;)  Let's get started. Materials For this project, you will need...
By: sunFlow3r

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Mar 2013 08:26:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Plywood-Utility-Shelf/
Plywood Utility Shelf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXF/W186/HELXKFV0/FXFW186HELXKFV0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXF/W186/HELXKFV0/FXFW186HELXKFV0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXF/W186/HELXKFV0/FXFW186HELXKFV0.SMALL.jpg wholman In my humble apartment, I use a modern, open table for a desk, a dining table, and a workbench. Like many of us living in small spaces, storage is hard to come by and clutter can overwhelm. I wanted to take the scanner, speakers, router, pens, papers, and general nonsense and get it out of my way so...
By: wholman

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 22 Mar 2013 19:10:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sweet-Cherry-Pie-a-recycled-candle-project-for-P/
Sweet Cherry Pie - a recycled candle project for Pi Day. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCB/17LG/HEBNH7QW/FCB17LGHEBNH7QW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCB/17LG/HEBNH7QW/FCB17LGHEBNH7QW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCB/17LG/HEBNH7QW/FCB17LGHEBNH7QW.SMALL.jpg fawnandfable This Pi Day make yourself a pie you can enjoy for weeks! I know it sounds too good to be true, but this eco-friendly little project is sure to satisfy any pie craving. To make this recycled candle, you will need: + Candle stubs + A wick (I love wooden wicks, they make such a nice warm crackling sou...
By: fawnandfable

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Mar 2013 16:17:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Flowers-and-Vines-Headband-from-Scrap-Leather/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F45/RJJO/HD4VDTY7/F45RJJOHD4VDTY7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F45/RJJO/HD4VDTY7/F45RJJOHD4VDTY7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F45/RJJO/HD4VDTY7/F45RJJOHD4VDTY7.SMALL.jpg supersoftdrink I wanted to make a hippie kind of leather headband with flowers on it after reading a forum post by someone.  I didn't make this headband for my daughter, but I did snap a few pictures of Lilith wearing it before sending it out to an unsuspecting friend. The process isn't complicated - just time c...
By: supersoftdrink

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 24 Feb 2013 10:05:33 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-headband-out-of-a-thrifted-dress/
How to make a headband out of a thrifted dress - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRS/JNX8/HD8TWR4M/FRSJNX8HD8TWR4M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRS/JNX8/HD8TWR4M/FRSJNX8HD8TWR4M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRS/JNX8/HD8TWR4M/FRSJNX8HD8TWR4M.SMALL.jpg elewis03 Today, I made this cute headband out of an old knit-fabric dress! I didn't have to use elastic because the dress already had some stretch to it. All you need is an already made headband (or the circumference of your head), an old knit dress (you can find one of those at the thrift shop), some scisso...
By: elewis03

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 19 Feb 2013 14:46:26 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/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/Upcycled-Tie-Skirt/
Upcycled Tie Skirt! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXM/M5H1/H9G0WG2B/FXMM5H1H9G0WG2B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXM/M5H1/H9G0WG2B/FXMM5H1H9G0WG2B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXM/M5H1/H9G0WG2B/FXMM5H1H9G0WG2B.SMALL.jpg doodlecraft Here's a tutorial on my favorite 'father inspired' skirt! Made with 34 ties! And a matching one for my lovely little assistant!  :) You'll need ties...lots of ties! Start with a pile of ties!  I used 34 for mine. (ties can get pricey--even second hand, even a tie for $2 is going to make this ski...
By: doodlecraft

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 27 Nov 2012 04:32:55 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Scrap-Adirondack-Chair/
Scrap Adirondack Chair - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXH/AK3T/H8AZK39O/FXHAK3TH8AZK39O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXH/AK3T/H8AZK39O/FXHAK3TH8AZK39O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXH/AK3T/H8AZK39O/FXHAK3TH8AZK39O.SMALL.jpg wholman Summer's over and the weather is crisping up, but it's not too late to spend some time lazing on the deck in the sun. These chairs are a modern take on the rustic Adirondack chair, stripped down to a simple wooden wedge with angled back and cantilevered arms. Low to the ground and laid-back, it's pe...
By: wholman

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Oct 2012 20:41:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Playmobil-House/
Playmobil House - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK6/B138/H5EDUVPX/FK6B138H5EDUVPX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK6/B138/H5EDUVPX/FK6B138H5EDUVPX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK6/B138/H5EDUVPX/FK6B138H5EDUVPX.SMALL.jpg mikolynn My 2012'Summer project has been  to build up a Playmobil house for my son what fits whit the "henhouse" which he currently already has. To make it a little bit more interesting I plan not to spend anything but finally, I'm tired of seeking materials and finally I buy some of them... Without exceedi...
By: mikolynn

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 2 Oct 2012 14:38:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Top-hat-from-old-books/
Top hat from old books - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ9/XOFQ/H5W8AD34/FQ9XOFQH5W8AD34.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ9/XOFQ/H5W8AD34/FQ9XOFQH5W8AD34.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ9/XOFQ/H5W8AD34/FQ9XOFQH5W8AD34.SMALL.jpg angelprojekt It never fails. The kids just had to read those books over the summer. And they just had to read their own copies - not the ones that you got from the library*, Mo-omm!  You are so uncool! And now that school's starting again...  your kids would rather sit two hours in a spike-lined coffin than look...
By: angelprojekt

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 26 Aug 2012 14:34:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Frame-and-Jar-Functional-Wall-Art-Hanger-or-Organ/
Frame and Jar Functional Wall Art, Hanger or Organizer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVY/66O0/H5E9Q5C2/FVY66O0H5E9Q5C2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVY/66O0/H5E9Q5C2/FVY66O0H5E9Q5C2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVY/66O0/H5E9Q5C2/FVY66O0H5E9Q5C2.SMALL.jpg DeandrasCrafts With the knowledge of my second child’s arrival pending, my husband and I had to make a choice of which one of “our” rooms one of us was going to lose. My room was filled to the brim with craft materials, scrapbooking paper and yarn. His room – an office. Needless to say, I gave up my craft room so ...
By: DeandrasCrafts

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 4 Aug 2012 06:24:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Shopping-bag-from-plastic-shopping-bags/
Shopping bag from plastic shopping bags - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/A9JL/H5405XWN/FU3A9JLH5405XWN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/A9JL/H5405XWN/FU3A9JLH5405XWN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/A9JL/H5405XWN/FU3A9JLH5405XWN.SMALL.jpg dezine Just finished my new plastic shopping bag made from old plastic shopping bags! I recently posted a project on my website (Home-Dzine.co.za) using my DIY super-large crochet hook and the whole idea behind designing the hook was to be able to make a shopping bag with plastic bags. Well, it's done and ...
By: dezine

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Jul 2012 08:24:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Two-Cube-Credenza/
Two-Cube Credenza - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBF/ESC4/FY3KNRVI/FBFESC4FY3KNRVI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBF/ESC4/FY3KNRVI/FBFESC4FY3KNRVI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBF/ESC4/FY3KNRVI/FBFESC4FY3KNRVI.SMALL.jpg wholman A credenza is a piece of side furniture that can be used as storage cabinets, a side table, a dresser, or any multitude of other things. In the days of giant hi-fi/record systems, they were often built into a long, low piece of furniture with wood facing. This credenza was made as a dresser; the s...
By: wholman

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 11 Aug 2009 07:35:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Altoids-Tin-Pocket-Abacus/
Altoids Tin Pocket Abacus - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6H/9B9Y/H4AGI07R/F6H9B9YH4AGI07R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6H/9B9Y/H4AGI07R/F6H9B9YH4AGI07R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6H/9B9Y/H4AGI07R/F6H9B9YH4AGI07R.SMALL.jpg eclipsed Make a pocket abacus from an empty Altoids tin. The original low-tech calculator, now in pocket size! Great for calculating tips in restaurants, as long as your check isn't more than  a million dollars. Materials Materials needed: Empty Altoids tin small colored beads wire an awl Optional: spray...
By: eclipsed

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 6 Jul 2012 21:12:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Free-People-Knock-off-Cowboy-Booties/
DIY Free People Knock-off Cowboy Booties - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/DYDL/H2WEVPI3/F9CDYDLH2WEVPI3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/DYDL/H2WEVPI3/F9CDYDLH2WEVPI3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/DYDL/H2WEVPI3/F9CDYDLH2WEVPI3.SMALL.jpg jenellsrevenge The minute I saw these on Free People I knew there would be a DIY in my future. Here are the instructions to make your own. Materials: - Cowboy boots - Scissors - Belts/leather/pleather strapping - Chain - Jump rings - Needle nose pliers Instructions: 1. First you have to slit the boots down ...
By: jenellsrevenge

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 1 Jun 2012 14:05:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Ruffly-Pink-Applique-Shirt/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGK/1T1K/H3W56FTZ/FGK1T1KH3W56FTZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGK/1T1K/H3W56FTZ/FGK1T1KH3W56FTZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGK/1T1K/H3W56FTZ/FGK1T1KH3W56FTZ.SMALL.jpg supersoftdrink I wanted to make a cute outfit for Lilith.  She loves pink and ruffly things.  I used thrift store shirts and a scrap of quilting fabric with all the shirt colors to tie everything together. I'll post a different instructable on making the shorts from the brown knit sweater.   To make a shirt like...
By: supersoftdrink

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 26 Jun 2012 00:00:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tapestry-Wallet/
Tapestry Wallet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7N/RNQW/H337K614/F7NRNQWH337K614.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7N/RNQW/H337K614/F7NRNQWH337K614.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7N/RNQW/H337K614/F7NRNQWH337K614.SMALL.jpg unexpired This light-weight wallet is made from a single tapestry (drapery) swatch pulled from a 1980s textile sampler. Durable despite its size, it features an ID window and two small pockets that fit standard-sized credit and business cards. If you get frustrated or don't have time to make own on your own ...
By: unexpired

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Jun 2012 15:25:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Can-Train/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIO/ML6D/HABC8AS3/FIOML6DHABC8AS3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIO/ML6D/HABC8AS3/FIOML6DHABC8AS3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIO/ML6D/HABC8AS3/FIOML6DHABC8AS3.SMALL.jpg sjroth A while ago, I came up with the idea of making a model train out of old cans. I thought it would be really cool, as it would be made of metal and be almost completely recycled. But it was not until a few years later that I actually started to develop the idea. I started to make plans, and spent hour...
By: sjroth

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Jun 2012 06:06:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Denim-Dress/
Recycled Denim Dress - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF1/QNFY/H2WET648/FF1QNFYH2WET648.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF1/QNFY/H2WET648/FF1QNFYH2WET648.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF1/QNFY/H2WET648/FF1QNFYH2WET648.SMALL.jpg jenellsrevenge  I created a version of this dress for a friend. I’m not exactly sure who the creator is, or where you can buy the original, but none the less, this was the inspiration. I started with a denim shirt and big pile of jeans. I knew the top needed some visual interest. I did not want her looking...
By: jenellsrevenge

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 1 Jun 2012 13:46:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PET-Bottle-Tiffany-Lamp/
PET Bottle Tiffany Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/SRM7/H1YOBEQ5/FU3SRM7H1YOBEQ5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/SRM7/H1YOBEQ5/FU3SRM7H1YOBEQ5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/SRM7/H1YOBEQ5/FU3SRM7H1YOBEQ5.SMALL.jpg Cassandra-Dido PET is one of the most widely spread material now a days. No matter where on planet Earth you are, chances are there is a PET bottle lying just around the corner. But even in that plastic, soulless ugliness, beauty can lie. So I have a project: to transform PET in other things. It goes from ultramod...
By: Cassandra-Dido

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 31 May 2012 20:28:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-T-Shirt-out-of-a-Bed-Sheet/
Make a T-Shirt or T-Shirt Dress out of a Bed Sheet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA5/63ME/H2MYJXSZ/FA563MEH2MYJXSZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA5/63ME/H2MYJXSZ/FA563MEH2MYJXSZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA5/63ME/H2MYJXSZ/FA563MEH2MYJXSZ.SMALL.jpg mynameiskorrine This tutorial will show you how to make your own T-Shirt or T-Shirt Dress I was SO happy when I made my first shirt! I mean really, what is better than making your own clothes. I dont know what is. The best thing about this project is that you don't have to hem anything! Stretchable fabrics take th...
By: mynameiskorrine

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 May 2012 07:48:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Old-Film-Strip-Upcycled-into-a-Film-Gift-Bow/
Old Film Strip Upcycled into a Film Gift Bow - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/2RU2/H1AH6Y5K/F4S2RU2H1AH6Y5K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/2RU2/H1AH6Y5K/F4S2RU2H1AH6Y5K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/2RU2/H1AH6Y5K/F4S2RU2H1AH6Y5K.SMALL.jpg poofrabbit Greetings Instructable fans and fanatics!  Today's 'able will teach you how to use old film and crate a fantastic gift bow!  The school where I work was cleaning house and some old projector film about the moon and planets were getting thrown out.  I snagged them out of the trash before getting dum...
By: poofrabbit

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 22 Apr 2012 17:31:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Magazine-Pages-Bowl/
Recycled Magazine Pages Bowl - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/GAQP/H17MCQOA/F96GAQPH17MCQOA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/GAQP/H17MCQOA/F96GAQPH17MCQOA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/GAQP/H17MCQOA/F96GAQPH17MCQOA.SMALL.jpg DeandrasCrafts One rainy Saturday, my kids were getting sick of watching TV and my 6-year old son asked me if we could make a craft. I had recently gone through a few of my craft magazines and stumbled on a very brief set of instructions on how to make an “earth day magazine bowl.”  The original design for this w...
By: DeandrasCrafts

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 19 Apr 2012 11:42:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Skirt-from-Recycled-T-Shirts/
Skirt from Recycled T-Shirts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLG/O13H/GZHJVXNB/FLGO13HGZHJVXNB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLG/O13H/GZHJVXNB/FLGO13HGZHJVXNB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLG/O13H/GZHJVXNB/FLGO13HGZHJVXNB.SMALL.jpg SelkeyMoonbeam I like to sew recycled clothing- it's cheap, low-pressure sewing. As far as I can figure, you either make something cool or you get rid of  some clothes you never wore anyway! This is a recycled-t-shirt skirt I made for a friend. It's a tiered, patchwork skirt. The pattern is adjustable for however...
By: SelkeyMoonbeam

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 19 Apr 2012 13:50:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Go-Green-recycled-dress/
The recycled colorful dress - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/53NY/H0OJ74VA/FM153NYH0OJ74VA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/53NY/H0OJ74VA/FM153NYH0OJ74VA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/53NY/H0OJ74VA/FM153NYH0OJ74VA.SMALL.jpg coloured bubbles  I really wanted to make a dress that involved recycled items and Came up with this idea. The best part about this dress is the design and all the materials are FREE! I also made this dress as a movie prop to an animation that i am doing for a class at school. The materials i used to make the dress...
By: coloured bubbles

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 Apr 2012 15:08:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Doll-Bed-from-Cardboard/
Doll Bed from Cardboard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F16/5ROQ/H0OIUZ7R/F165ROQH0OIUZ7R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F16/5ROQ/H0OIUZ7R/F165ROQH0OIUZ7R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F16/5ROQ/H0OIUZ7R/F165ROQH0OIUZ7R.SMALL.jpg sakkidra Supplies: You will need the following things to get started. Box (I used a Postal one, but a Cereal Box or Cracker box could also work) Scrap Cardboard Utility knife or Craft Knife Tape, Masking or Gaff Pencil Paper Paint Material (for mattress cover) Scrap Soft Cell Foam (Mine is leftover from a ...
By: sakkidra

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:27:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Plastic-Bags-Easter-Basket/
Plastic Bags Easter Basket - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY4/1D59/H0OIUIBC/FY41D59H0OIUIBC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY4/1D59/H0OIUIBC/FY41D59H0OIUIBC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY4/1D59/H0OIUIBC/FY41D59H0OIUIBC.SMALL.jpg eclipsed This is an Easter basket woven  from recycled plastic bags. Easter and Earth Day  are close together this year which gave me the idea. When Easter is over, you can also use it for  other things like mail, toys, yarn and knitting projects, fruit, etc. Materials Materials Needed: Plastic bags. I a...
By: eclipsed

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 7 Apr 2012 20:53:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cardboard-Tube-Princess-Bracelet/
Cardboard Tube Princess Bracelet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/Z39J/H0FLDEH3/FQ1Z39JH0FLDEH3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/Z39J/H0FLDEH3/FQ1Z39JH0FLDEH3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/Z39J/H0FLDEH3/FQ1Z39JH0FLDEH3.SMALL.jpg Amanda Formaro In honor of the new movie Mirror Mirror and all little princesses out there, these adorable little bracelets are fit for itty bitty royalty. :) Little girls love anything having to do with dress up and being a princess, so this is a great project for them to make.  The supplies you will need for th...
By: Amanda Formaro

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 30 Mar 2012 15:23:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Create-recycledrepurposed-cloth-pullupstraining-/
Create recycled/repurposed cloth pullups/training pants - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/7ZBL/GQ5QBEHM/FFI7ZBLGQ5QBEHM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/7ZBL/GQ5QBEHM/FFI7ZBLGQ5QBEHM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/7ZBL/GQ5QBEHM/FFI7ZBLGQ5QBEHM.SMALL.jpg megmaine Disappointed with commercially produced "100% cotton" cloth training pants that leaked because they contained, upon dissection, polyester batting instead of cotton, and searching for an alternative to "disposable" pullups, I made comfortable, breathable, wash-and-reuse pullup training pants, from ma...
By: megmaine

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 15 Mar 2012 15:34:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rhondas-Recycled-Tape-Core-Cuffs/
Rhonda's Recycled Tape Core Cuffs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT7/3O0K/GZMIUJCX/FT73O0KGZMIUJCX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT7/3O0K/GZMIUJCX/FT73O0KGZMIUJCX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT7/3O0K/GZMIUJCX/FT73O0KGZMIUJCX.SMALL.jpg oddartist I am an artist who uses recycled/reclaimed/rescued supplies. I was 'Green' before the first official Earth Day! This Instructable is my first (of hopefully many), so please be gentle... Tape core bangle bracelets have been around for ages but most people find them to be waaaaay too big (fig. 1) so ...
By: oddartist

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Mar 2012 10:49:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cardboard-Box-Moose-Head-Wall-Hanging/
Cardboard Box Moose Head Wall Hanging - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMD/LKV3/GYZNVD18/FMDLKV3GYZNVD18.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMD/LKV3/GYZNVD18/FMDLKV3GYZNVD18.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMD/LKV3/GYZNVD18/FMDLKV3GYZNVD18.SMALL.jpg N36 OK, so this is my first instructable, so be gentle!  What to do with an old cardboard box?  Easy, make a moose head with it...  I'll show you how. Takes about 2-3 hours. You will need There is a good chance you already have all the bits and pieces necessary already (making this pretty much FREE ...
By: N36

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 25 Feb 2012 05:30:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Laptop-CaseBag-out-of-an-Old-Wetsui/
How to Make a Laptop Case/Bag out of an Old Wetsuit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO3/UVAL/GYC4KQHW/FO3UVALGYC4KQHW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO3/UVAL/GYC4KQHW/FO3UVALGYC4KQHW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO3/UVAL/GYC4KQHW/FO3UVALGYC4KQHW.SMALL.jpg StaceyDoesStuff I'm a surfer who tends to collect extra wetsuits and surfboards so all my friends can learn! In doing this, I've collected a few too many, and some are wayyyy beyond a permanent date with the dumpster. The laptop case I got as a gift says its made out of 'wetsuit neoprene' and I got the idea to ma...
By: StaceyDoesStuff

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 Feb 2012 00:45:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/serger-made-elf-hoodie/
serger made elf hoodie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNF/8651/GXUZMT76/FNF8651GXUZMT76.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNF/8651/GXUZMT76/FNF8651GXUZMT76.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNF/8651/GXUZMT76/FNF8651GXUZMT76.SMALL.jpg tody ever wanted to recycle an old sweater? how about more than one my friend challenged me to do so with this instructable you can make a hoodie for yourself fast and easy all sewing is made with an overlocking machine because the material is elastic and a normal stitch would rip apart very easy get a...
By: tody

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:26:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Dyeing-rescued-yarn-with-food-colouring/
Dyeing rescued yarn with food colouring. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP0/EZL0/GXL5P31C/FP0EZL0GXL5P31C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP0/EZL0/GXL5P31C/FP0EZL0GXL5P31C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP0/EZL0/GXL5P31C/FP0EZL0GXL5P31C.SMALL.jpg mARThagill I have recently learnt how to crochet. I also have recently re-realised how expensive wool is in the shops. I have been looking for alternatives and found this tutorial for reusing wool from charity shop jumpers. http://www.craftstylish.com/item/9839/how-to-recycle-yarn-from-a-thrift-store-sweater ....
By: mARThagill

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 24 Jan 2012 18:10:40 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-WARM-jammies-from-a-Snuggy/
Make WARM jammies from a Snuggy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/OODH/GXDW9ZCV/F96OODHGXDW9ZCV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/OODH/GXDW9ZCV/F96OODHGXDW9ZCV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/OODH/GXDW9ZCV/F96OODHGXDW9ZCV.SMALL.jpg GreenZoneDezines What kid or adult doesn't want a nice warm pair of jammie bottoms to curl up on the couch in?  Making these jammies are not only SUPER easy, they are upcycled which makes them very eco friendly!  I love making recycled and upcycled things when ever I can.  The more we can save from going into landfi...
By: GreenZoneDezines

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 14 Jan 2012 23:47:27 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Rolled-Paper-Candle-Holder/
Rolled Paper Candle Holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG3/LHCP/GX5XK8LG/FG3LHCPGX5XK8LG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG3/LHCP/GX5XK8LG/FG3LHCPGX5XK8LG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG3/LHCP/GX5XK8LG/FG3LHCPGX5XK8LG.SMALL.jpg wold630 If you have a lot of people to buy holiday gifts for and are on a budget try this simple rolled paper candle holder. It will cost next to nothing to make the candle holder as long as you have the following items in your junk drawer: Paper cutter (or ruler and scissors) Glue stick An old magazine/ca...
By: wold630

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 8 Jan 2012 08:41:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cutting-floor-Board/
Cutting (floor) Board - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTP/BX2L/GWF5UBAY/FTPBX2LGWF5UBAY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTP/BX2L/GWF5UBAY/FTPBX2LGWF5UBAY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTP/BX2L/GWF5UBAY/FTPBX2LGWF5UBAY.SMALL.jpg wholman Cutting boards are a valuable, and, at times, under-appreciated kitchen accessory.  In this plastic age, we have been overrun with sick, milky-white slabs of questionable origin, claiming to be safe and clean.  After a few weeks, you end up with a scarred, savaged scrap, un-saveable, collecting crud...
By: wholman

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Jan 2012 10:20:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Upcycled-Canvas-Grocery-Bag/
Upcycled Canvas Grocery Bag - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRA/0HVL/GWNUKVMG/FRA0HVLGWNUKVMG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRA/0HVL/GWNUKVMG/FRA0HVLGWNUKVMG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRA/0HVL/GWNUKVMG/FRA0HVLGWNUKVMG.SMALL.jpg Very Interesting Repurpose your old canvas bags into new grocery bags. Materials Canvas bag Scrap material Old t-shirts with words on them Graphics, or emblems from old clothes Fusible webbing TIP: Baby clothes have good emblems on them Bag Deconstruction Turn bag inside-out, iron, and cut off the side hem...
By: Very Interesting

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Dec 2011 22:08:05 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Magazine-Gift-Bag/
Recycled Magazine Gift Bag - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBP/S0MA/GW3XH6O2/FBPS0MAGW3XH6O2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBP/S0MA/GW3XH6O2/FBPS0MAGW3XH6O2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBP/S0MA/GW3XH6O2/FBPS0MAGW3XH6O2.SMALL.jpg SunshineLover Have lots of magazines (or newspapers) laying around.. and not sure what to do with them? Make a weaved gift bag! This was a fairly easy project that cost me zero dollars, but a few hours in time.  Materials needed: -10-15 Magazine pages  -Tape/glue/stapler  -Cutting board/rotary knife/scissors -Ri...
By: SunshineLover

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 13 Dec 2011 16:31:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Glass-Bottle-Cheese-Tray/
Recycled Glass Bottle Cheese Tray - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIX/K1LS/GVSACQYM/FIXK1LSGVSACQYM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIX/K1LS/GVSACQYM/FIXK1LSGVSACQYM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIX/K1LS/GVSACQYM/FIXK1LSGVSACQYM.SMALL.jpg susanrm You may have seen these beautiful items sold for $20 to $50, but if you are lucky enough to own a kiln, you can make them yourself for only the cost of the electricity. They make wonderful gifts and conversation pieces. This is my first slumping project. I've done a number of other glass pieces, bu...
By: susanrm

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Dec 2011 21:21:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Toilet-Roll-Advent-Calendar/
Recycled Toilet Roll Advent Calendar - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWJ/90OH/GGPEYFUJ/FWJ90OHGGPEYFUJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWJ/90OH/GGPEYFUJ/FWJ90OHGGPEYFUJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWJ/90OH/GGPEYFUJ/FWJ90OHGGPEYFUJ.SMALL.jpg ziggiau My family loves to make advent calendars each year. But rather than encouraging the gluttony with chocolate (that comes later with all the Christmas eating), we fill our calendar with activities and events that bring our family together and help us share the Christmas spirit with each other, our fri...
By: ziggiau

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Nov 2010 21:19:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Rudolph-the-Recycled-Reindeer/
Rudolph the Recycled Reindeer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE7/BMP5/GVOX0HWO/FE7BMP5GVOX0HWO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE7/BMP5/GVOX0HWO/FE7BMP5GVOX0HWO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE7/BMP5/GVOX0HWO/FE7BMP5GVOX0HWO.SMALL.jpg arothschild Looking for a fun holiday project? This is your lucky day! All you need is: 6 bottles, 2 spray nozzles, some packing tape, and holiday lights! And guess what you have? Rudolph the Recycled Reindeer! This fun holiday fellow can be used as a yard ornament (your neighbors will be green with envy- get i...
By: arothschild

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