http://www.instructables.com Sun, 19 May 2013 01:21:56 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Fusing-Plastic-Bags-the-eclipse-way/
Fusing Plastic Bags- the eclipse way - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAH/Y6YS/FQCTO5UG/FAHY6YSFQCTO5UG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAH/Y6YS/FQCTO5UG/FAHY6YSFQCTO5UG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAH/Y6YS/FQCTO5UG/FAHY6YSFQCTO5UG.SMALL.jpg eclipsed There are a lot of tutorials for fusing plastic bags, but I get asked frequently for directions so I figured there must be room for one more. I have noticed every tutorial I read has differences and my method is not exactly the same as any others. I have done a lot of trial and error and this is wha...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Jan 2009 02:30:05 PST 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 ...
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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...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 10:37:25 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...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 22 Mar 2013 19:10:25 PDT 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...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 19 Feb 2013 14:46:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/ReWrap---recycled-wrapping-paper-and-bow-from-scra/
ReWrap - recycled wrapping paper and bow from scrap paper - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8M/ALZD/FB7FYP6B/F8MALZDFB7FYP6B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8M/ALZD/FB7FYP6B/F8MALZDFB7FYP6B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8M/ALZD/FB7FYP6B/F8MALZDFB7FYP6B.SMALL.jpg tiffanytomato Turn scrap paper into wrapping paper in a few easy steps. You can use almost anything for the scrap paper - like pages from a book of sheet music, comics books, maps, and more. There's no need wrap gifts with new paper. The wrap can even be a slight hint to what's inside. And better yet - maybe the ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 14 Jan 2008 21:10:55 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...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 20 Dec 2012 10:39:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Denim-Shopping-Bag/
Recycled Denim Shopping Bag - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/F1FQ/FF78LZCH/FTGF1FQFF78LZCH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/F1FQ/FF78LZCH/FTGF1FQFF78LZCH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/F1FQ/FF78LZCH/FTGF1FQFF78LZCH.SMALL.jpg weiblen.c Save the world - one pair of jeans at a time.Take your old jeans out of the closet and turn them into a useful shopping bag! Lets face it, we all have a favorite pair of jeans that won't fit anymore, but we'll never throw them away. Simultaneously, we use hundreds of disposable plastic shopping ba...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 Apr 2008 18:05:35 PDT 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...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Dec 2011 21:21:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-an-Ottomon-Out-of-an-Old-Suitcase/
Make an Ottomon Out of an Old Suitcase - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYZ/8ZZL/FRTTV3IE/FYZ8ZZLFRTTV3IE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYZ/8ZZL/FRTTV3IE/FYZ8ZZLFRTTV3IE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYZ/8ZZL/FRTTV3IE/FYZ8ZZLFRTTV3IE.SMALL.jpg solmstea I can't remember which blog I first saw these chairs on (maybe Treehugger?), but I instantly wanted one of MayBe Product's Sit Bags. Since I was not going to go to Turkey any time soon, I thought about making my own. Well, less than a week went by when I happened to stumble upon an AWESOME vintage...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 3 Mar 2009 20:03:48 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/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/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/Milk-Crate-Wall-Storage/
Milk Crate Wall Storage - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/SZE4/GRFN2PB2/FTHSZE4GRFN2PB2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/SZE4/GRFN2PB2/FTHSZE4GRFN2PB2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/SZE4/GRFN2PB2/FTHSZE4GRFN2PB2.SMALL.jpg wholman Milk crates have long been a storage solution for milkmen, college students, and record collectors.  They are a near-perfect piece of design: they are modular, they stack neatly, they have built-in handles, and they are made of a strong, waterproof, cheap, and antiseptic material.  Each crate stands...
By: wholman

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Aug 2011 20:23:21 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...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 Jan 2008 12:45:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Hackers-Wallet-v10-using-reclaime/
How to make a Hacker's Wallet v.1.2 using reclaimed materials - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/2Z2S/GLC26KU5/FLD2Z2SGLC26KU5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/2Z2S/GLC26KU5/FLD2Z2SGLC26KU5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/2Z2S/GLC26KU5/FLD2Z2SGLC26KU5.SMALL.jpg royshearer This document will show you how to make a Hacker's Wallet, a wallet made from recyclates that is easy to make, repair and hack. The project is housed at www.openthing.org/products/hackerswallet . Features in this version: A long pocket for UK bank notes with a small opening at the bottom. Two pock...
By: royshearer

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 16 Mar 2011 14:29:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Dress/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/BV4H/GKXTXDPN/F7HBV4HGKXTXDPN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/BV4H/GKXTXDPN/F7HBV4HGKXTXDPN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/BV4H/GKXTXDPN/F7HBV4HGKXTXDPN.SMALL.jpg BriannaSchmall This dress is made completely out of recycled materials. Although it's a bit time consuming, it's absolutely FREE! Materials Used: Top: - Newspaper - Glossy Mod Podge (you can get this at walmart, hobby lobby or you can make it yourself) Cut out the frame of the top from newspaper. Begin to deco...
By: BriannaSchmall

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 Mar 2011 03:05:53 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Food-Dehydrator/
Recycled Parts Food Dehydrator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS6/KGIK/GJHV9BEH/FS6KGIKGJHV9BEH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS6/KGIK/GJHV9BEH/FS6KGIKGJHV9BEH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS6/KGIK/GJHV9BEH/FS6KGIKGJHV9BEH.SMALL.jpg fozzy13    During one of my many voyages traveling the internet I stumbled across food dehydrators, and thought they were cool.  It also seemed apparent that it was fairly easy to build a functional one and start drying fruits, vegetables, and jerky.  I simply had to make one.    This Instructable is showi...
By: fozzy13

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 Feb 2011 15:32:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Belt-Sander-Belt-MessengerLaptop-Bag/
Belt Sander Belt Messenger/Laptop Bag - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN1/51PD/GGPF3HLJ/FN151PDGGPF3HLJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN1/51PD/GGPF3HLJ/FN151PDGGPF3HLJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN1/51PD/GGPF3HLJ/FN151PDGGPF3HLJ.SMALL.jpg needs_more_to_do Yes indeed, a laptop bag made from the belt of a belt sander. I know how excited you are but.....      Why use the old belt? -The belt is toughER than nails. Aluminum oxide is incredibly tough and the thick canvas backing is everything-resistant. -Recycling is both trendy and good for the environm...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 22 Nov 2010 11:36:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Paper-Towel-Roll-Flowers/
Paper Towel Roll Flowers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FE1/M804/GD8KDV7V/FE1M804GD8KDV7V.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FE1/M804/GD8KDV7V/FE1M804GD8KDV7V.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FE1/M804/GD8KDV7V/FE1M804GD8KDV7V.SMALL.jpg kolleenk Tools & Materials • paper towel roll core • Scissors • Button • Paper Glue • Page of Paper (can be recycled from an old book or magazine) • Brown Paper Shopping Bag • 28 Guage Wire (or wire that you can bend and manipulate that is heavy enough to hold up a paper flower) • Wire Cutters • White Craft...
By: kolleenk

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 24 Aug 2010 07:58:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/FASTEST-RECYCLED-T-SHIRT-TOTE-BAG/
FASTEST RECYCLED T-SHIRT TOTE BAG - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F66/X3KK/FUPUP10F/F66X3KKFUPUP10F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F66/X3KK/FUPUP10F/F66X3KKFUPUP10F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F66/X3KK/FUPUP10F/F66X3KKFUPUP10F.SMALL.jpg sewmargaretsew Are you looking for a great, low-cost recycling project to do at home or with a group? This is IT! This is a great way to use last season's team t-shirts or a previous year's event t-shirts! Re-purpose an unwanted t-shirt today and easily turn the shirt into a re-usable tote bag. With just two quic...
By: sewmargaretsew

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 May 2009 13:21:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Scrap-table-take-2/
Scrap table take 2 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6H/Q4U0/GA1BGHUN/F6HQ4U0GA1BGHUN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6H/Q4U0/GA1BGHUN/F6HQ4U0GA1BGHUN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6H/Q4U0/GA1BGHUN/F6HQ4U0GA1BGHUN.SMALL.jpg logikly First off this was not my idea, I actually got it from another instructables found here : http://www.instructables.com/id/Scrap-Table/ Alhough very similar I have changed a few things (which I may, may not have regretted after). Either way, I beleive my instructables is diffrent than the first so ...
By: logikly

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 Jun 2010 10:49:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-Glittens-fingerless-glove-mittens/
How to make Glittens (fingerless glove-mittens) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8N/INB0/G5LEJCEH/F8NINB0G5LEJCEH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8N/INB0/G5LEJCEH/F8NINB0G5LEJCEH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8N/INB0/G5LEJCEH/F8NINB0G5LEJCEH.SMALL.jpg alittlestranger If you enjoyed this insructables please vote for it in the Sew Warm contest by clicking 'vote' at the top of the page. I *really* want to win that sewing machine :) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ I love to wear big rings so i want...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Feb 2010 09:05:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-RECYCLED-PAPER-BEAD-Bracelet/
Make a RECYCLED PAPER BEAD Bracelet! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJT/GRRU/FWBNLKQ6/FJTGRRUFWBNLKQ6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJT/GRRU/FWBNLKQ6/FJTGRRUFWBNLKQ6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJT/GRRU/FWBNLKQ6/FJTGRRUFWBNLKQ6.SMALL.jpg AlwaysAllTheTimeCrafting Looking for a fast, inexpensive recycled project that you will love wearing or giving as a gift? TRY MAKING PAPER RECYCLED BEADS! Turn junk mail,magazines, brochures, last year's calendars, and gift wrapping paper into cool beads that may be used for bracelets or necklaces. Before taking that stac...
By: AlwaysAllTheTimeCrafting

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Jun 2009 12:23:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sew-a-Newspaper-Dress/
Sew a Newspaper Dress - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/UIHQ/G1BBDTC3/FWTUIHQG1BBDTC3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/UIHQ/G1BBDTC3/FWTUIHQG1BBDTC3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/UIHQ/G1BBDTC3/FWTUIHQG1BBDTC3.SMALL.jpg prixprix This Instructable will teach you how to make a dress out of newspaper using a sewing machine. It makes a great recycled Halloween costume or a very interesting party dress. This was part of a Halloween costume of The Old Gray Lady, a nickname for the New York Times. (Hence the makeup and hairdo.) I...
By: prixprix

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