http://www.instructables.com Sun, 19 May 2013 13:07:19 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Eldredge-Necktie-Knot/
Eldredge Necktie Knot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F25/40LU/HFWSTQNH/F2540LUHFWSTQNH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F25/40LU/HFWSTQNH/F2540LUHFWSTQNH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F25/40LU/HFWSTQNH/F2540LUHFWSTQNH.SMALL.jpg origamifrisbeedude    What you see before you is the Eldridge knot, or what I like to call it: the Elvish knot, since it reminds me of the crafty breastplates the elves of Elrond wore in The Fellowship of the Ring, for those LOTR fans out there. This has to be the most exotic and simplest necktie knots that I have fou...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Apr 2013 19:31:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Shibori-dyed-t-shirt-using-bleach/
Shibori dyed t-shirt... using bleach! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/IPP5/HFPTI29G/F0QIPP5HFPTI29G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/IPP5/HFPTI29G/F0QIPP5HFPTI29G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/IPP5/HFPTI29G/F0QIPP5HFPTI29G.SMALL.jpg SnazzyBot This is a really fun, easy, and inexpensive project. It's also a great way to "rescue" a shirt that accidentally got bleach spots on it. You only need a few things: A colored t-shirt A spray bottle that sprays a fine mist A small plastic bucket that is about as big around as your shirt's collar St...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Apr 2013 15:36:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-tie-the-Eldredge-Knot-Step-by-step-instru/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAZ/ZO2Y/HFD176W8/FAZZO2YHFD176W8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAZ/ZO2Y/HFD176W8/FAZZO2YHFD176W8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAZ/ZO2Y/HFD176W8/FAZZO2YHFD176W8.SMALL.jpg youtiquebridal A simple diy tutorial on how to tie the Eldredge Knot.  We are dedicating the months of April and May to the Gentlemen of the Wedding Party.  There will be different tutorials to make your wedding day truly YOUnique:) Well, I hope you get inspired to make it an EXTRAordinary day:)  Regards, Ann ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Apr 2013 18:37:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/REPURPOSED-Womens-FASHION-Tie-PURPLE/
*REPURPOSED* Women's FASHION Tie - PURPLE - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F38/VW27/HF23MDWR/F38VW27HF23MDWR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F38/VW27/HF23MDWR/F38VW27HF23MDWR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F38/VW27/HF23MDWR/F38VW27HF23MDWR.SMALL.jpg Kanatka If YOU enjoy this Instructable, please VOTE for it !!  I Love sharing my Passion for Creating and hope you enjoy this project.  GREAT way to RE-USE, RE-CYCLE, RE-PURPOSE a Men's Tie !!  Men's ties come in all shades, widths but are almost always made of SILK.  If YOU have a favorite tie from the men...
By: Kanatka

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Apr 2013 11:08:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-double-tie-a-rubberband/
How to double tie a rubberband. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAT/FLJY/HET0YDAO/FATFLJYHET0YDAO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAT/FLJY/HET0YDAO/FATFLJYHET0YDAO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAT/FLJY/HET0YDAO/FATFLJYHET0YDAO.SMALL.jpg WasBottlehead99 Double tying a rubber band is useful to make it tighter. Materials Rubber-band. Ready possition Grab each side of the rubber-band with two fingers. 8 Turn one of your hands 180 degrees to make a 8 with the rubber-band. Fold Fold one side over on to one hand. Complete! All done!
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Mar 2013 15:25:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Tie-a-Half-Windsor-Knot/
How to Tie a Half Windsor Knot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLV/5XZC/HEI4FF76/FLV5XZCHEI4FF76.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLV/5XZC/HEI4FF76/FLV5XZCHEI4FF76.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLV/5XZC/HEI4FF76/FLV5XZCHEI4FF76.SMALL.jpg thetieteam These instructions will teach you how to properly tie a tie with a Half-Windsor knot. The only materials you need are a collared shirt and a tie! Remember, if at any point you think you may have messed up, just go back a few steps or start over; it will take a few tries before you master the art of ...
By: thetieteam

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Mar 2013 14:21:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Modular-Cardboard-Bookshelves/
Modular Cardboard Bookshelves v.1 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/A04S/HELXKQ8K/FVCA04SHELXKQ8K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/A04S/HELXKQ8K/FVCA04SHELXKQ8K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/A04S/HELXKQ8K/FVCA04SHELXKQ8K.SMALL.jpg Error Collective Have a lot of cardboard? Need bookshelves more than anyone has ever needed bookshelves? Make it!...and make it modular. This project is from our work in Diyarbakir, Kurdistan, during March 2013; see more here. Tools: Some knives - box cutters work well. A hand saw A ruler or measuring...
By: Error Collective

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 25 Mar 2013 00:29:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Disposable-Tanga-Strapless/
Disposable Tanga & Strapless - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL1/I4VF/HCV99ZAG/FL1I4VFHCV99ZAG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL1/I4VF/HCV99ZAG/FL1I4VFHCV99ZAG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL1/I4VF/HCV99ZAG/FL1I4VFHCV99ZAG.SMALL.jpg xpat73 Has any one ever heard or seen a disposable Tanga and a strapless bra?If not browse down to see the sexy out fit. Here is a sexy valentines gift I designed for a collegue of mine.My collegue is in love since 6 months and he was breaking his head thinking of  a sexy low cost  presant for his girl fri...
By: xpat73

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 11 Feb 2013 13:38:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Trinity-Tie-Knot/
Trinity Tie Knot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNT/QFNZ/HCJNWLAN/FNTQFNZHCJNWLAN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNT/QFNZ/HCJNWLAN/FNTQFNZHCJNWLAN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNT/QFNZ/HCJNWLAN/FNTQFNZHCJNWLAN.SMALL.jpg mdemille If you've ever wanted a knot to impress, here it is! NOTE: It is suggested to use a tie that is either patterned or has small stripes, like the tie pictured. Do not use a tie with several different colored stripes, as the stripes and colors will collide in the knot. CAUTION: This knot is not for a...
By: mdemille

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Feb 2013 21:32:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Space-Invaders-Tie/
Space Invaders Tie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVV/V2TQ/HCB8TQAJ/FVVV2TQHCB8TQAJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVV/V2TQ/HCB8TQAJ/FVVV2TQHCB8TQAJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVV/V2TQ/HCB8TQAJ/FVVV2TQHCB8TQAJ.SMALL.jpg giovannire Maybe because I'm Italian, I love ties. It is not easy to find nice ties and I prefer to customize them alone. To get results like you see in these photos, and much more you need: a vector graphic software (coreldraw, Illustrator, Inkscape) A vinyl cutter. I use a Roland GX-24. Hot tra...
By: giovannire

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 Jan 2013 10:38:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/TIE-DYE-T-SHIRT/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGC/6GIL/HC9M3NDP/FGC6GILHC9M3NDP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGC/6GIL/HC9M3NDP/FGC6GILHC9M3NDP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGC/6GIL/HC9M3NDP/FGC6GILHC9M3NDP.SMALL.jpg lina19900502 I love tie-dye, already thorough marrow . Welcome to my shop         http://eeemotion.taobao.com
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 Jan 2013 04:55:09 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Water-Hose-Basket/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSI/1DEF/HBXWRFOI/FSI1DEFHBXWRFOI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSI/1DEF/HBXWRFOI/FSI1DEFHBXWRFOI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSI/1DEF/HBXWRFOI/FSI1DEFHBXWRFOI.SMALL.jpg DeandrasCrafts The background story of this hose basket is one of DETERMINATION.  Really.  I had to finish this project.  Maybe some of you can relate.... It started out as a Pinterest pin, such a cool idea to reuse an old (or new I suppose) garden hose that would have ended up in the landfill. The pin ended up b...
By: DeandrasCrafts

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 Jan 2013 13:53:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-and-Easy-Hidden-Tie-Clip/
Quick and Easy Hidden Tie Clip - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS7/F2T8/HAQ32F8V/FS7F2T8HAQ32F8V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS7/F2T8/HAQ32F8V/FS7F2T8HAQ32F8V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS7/F2T8/HAQ32F8V/FS7F2T8HAQ32F8V.SMALL.jpg propofokgov Every now and again, we men find ourselves in the need for a tie clip.  Either to keep that oh-to-pesky tie in place when you are out in the field conducting business, out to lunch in full business attire, or to simply give the illusion of a perfectly placed tie.  Unless you happen to have an extra ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 28 Dec 2012 13:06:24 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Tie-a-Tie-Simplest-Way/
How to Tie a Tie (Simplest Way) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/REWE/HA4MGPA3/F4IREWEHA4MGPA3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/REWE/HA4MGPA3/F4IREWEHA4MGPA3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/REWE/HA4MGPA3/F4IREWEHA4MGPA3.SMALL.jpg hoopstah In a rush and need to know how to tie a tie quick? Use this way to perform the half windsor.  Step 1: Pop Your Collah Make sure your collar is up right and the top button is buttoned.  Step 2: Set the Tie Up Put the fatter end of the tie on the right side of you. Make sure the narrow end goes ...
By: hoopstah

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 4 Dec 2012 05:36:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-turn-a-wide-tie-into-a-skinny-tie/
Turn a Wide Tie into a Skinny Tie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLK/QRHN/HA4M4BL0/FLKQRHNHA4M4BL0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLK/QRHN/HA4M4BL0/FLKQRHNHA4M4BL0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLK/QRHN/HA4M4BL0/FLKQRHNHA4M4BL0.SMALL.jpg Keaters Things you'll need to "skinnify" a tie: 1) An iron and ironing board 2) fabric glue 3) scissors 4) marker Split open the tie Use scissors to remove the strip(s) of fabric on the back that are used to tuck the tail of tie into. Then use scissors to split open the back of the tie. Since a single...
By: Keaters

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 1 Dec 2012 14:14:56 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Extending-the-Legnth-of-a-Bow-Tie/
Extending the Legnth of a Bow Tie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEV/04AY/H9QPOQO5/FEV04AYH9QPOQO5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEV/04AY/H9QPOQO5/FEV04AYH9QPOQO5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEV/04AY/H9QPOQO5/FEV04AYH9QPOQO5.SMALL.jpg thezacgustafson I recently purchased some new bow ties.  The problem is that they only go to a 18-1/2 neck size.  I can usually wear 18-1/2 to 19-1/2 but these ties length’s varied by up to ½”.  So I decided to extend them.  The bottom tie is "as purchased" and the upper tie is ready for my fat neck. Items needed:...
By: thezacgustafson

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 21 Nov 2012 08:10:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Tie-Dye-a-T-Shirt/
How to Tie Dye a T-Shirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV2/LTZ2/H8CVKQ9Q/FV2LTZ2H8CVKQ9Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV2/LTZ2/H8CVKQ9Q/FV2LTZ2H8CVKQ9Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV2/LTZ2/H8CVKQ9Q/FV2LTZ2H8CVKQ9Q.SMALL.jpg wilcox52 Materials: - A white t-shirt - Disposable plastic table cloth or garbage bags - Gloves - Large buckets or bowls - Fabric dye - Salt - Plastic squeeze bottles - Rubber bands - Plastic bags Step 1: Before tie-dying, you will need to set up your work space.To keep mess to a minumum, cover work area ...
By: wilcox52

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:46:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Tie-a-Double-Windsor-Knot/
How to Tie a Double Windsor Knot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFZ/JXZ9/H742ZA9K/FFZJXZ9H742ZA9K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFZ/JXZ9/H742ZA9K/FFZJXZ9H742ZA9K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFZ/JXZ9/H742ZA9K/FFZJXZ9H742ZA9K.SMALL.jpg rbar47 This is a popular method for tying neckties.  The double windsor gives a professional look without taking extensive time or effort to learn. Setup Lift up the collar of your shirt and place the tie around your neck with the two ends hanging down in front of you.  Place the tie so that the narrow ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 18 Sep 2012 10:40:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-tie-a-tie-8/
How to tie a tie (windsor knot) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/97ZS/H742ZU6L/FA297ZSH742ZU6L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/97ZS/H742ZU6L/FA297ZSH742ZU6L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/97ZS/H742ZU6L/FA297ZSH742ZU6L.SMALL.jpg mathavious Wearing a tie can help you make a good impression.  This is a step by step tutorial on how to get it tied right.  Getting Started Place tie over your shoulders with the wide end hanging over your left shoulder.  Make sure your collar is up.  Adjust the tie so that you only have about a foot hangi...
By: mathavious

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 17 Sep 2012 09:21:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Disco-No-Tie-Bow-Tie/
Disco No-Tie Bow Tie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO6/4P9S/H703ZU7L/FO64P9SH703ZU7L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO6/4P9S/H703ZU7L/FO64P9SH703ZU7L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO6/4P9S/H703ZU7L/FO64P9SH703ZU7L.SMALL.jpg Natalina Want a little bling for your next fancy shindig?  The disco bow tie has arrived!  Betabrand recently launched their Disco Open-Source Project, so over here at Instructables of course that means disco all the things!  Finally, something to make bringing your suit out of the closet sound fun.   I dec...
By: Natalina

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 12 Sep 2012 15:31:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Use-A-Tie-1/
How To Use A Tie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC9/CZ26/H6S49FQE/FC9CZ26H6S49FQE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC9/CZ26/H6S49FQE/FC9CZ26H6S49FQE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC9/CZ26/H6S49FQE/FC9CZ26H6S49FQE.SMALL.jpg Niraj.Deshmukh One end should be considerably wider than the other. Make sure the wider end is on the right, and about a foot (30cm) lower than the thinner side on the left. Tie Start 2 Cross the wide end over the narrow end, creating somewhat of an uneven "X" with the thinner side on the bottom and the wider s...
By: Niraj.Deshmukh

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 8 Sep 2012 07:56:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Pocket-Tie-Turns-Any-Tie-into-a-Wearable-Walle/
The Pocket Tie Turns Any Tie into a Wearable Wallet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/8UYQ/H5Y9WF2X/F6E8UYQH5Y9WF2X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/8UYQ/H5Y9WF2X/F6E8UYQH5Y9WF2X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/8UYQ/H5Y9WF2X/F6E8UYQH5Y9WF2X.SMALL.jpg BritCo Dudes, it’s time to add pockets to your tie. Ladies, it’s time to add a tie or two to your wardrobe. You can see the full tutorial on one page as well as find more fun and easy DIYs here.       Materials Materials: - tie - small piece of fabric (for the pockets) - needle and thread - sewin...
By: BritCo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 22 Aug 2012 09:49:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tighten-Your-Apron-Neck-Strap/
Tighten Your Apron Neck Strap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIA/4V34/H5TVBBWO/FIA4V34H5TVBBWO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIA/4V34/H5TVBBWO/FIA4V34H5TVBBWO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIA/4V34/H5TVBBWO/FIA4V34H5TVBBWO.SMALL.jpg wearingpink Is your apron too long around your neck, and not adjustable? Here is the fix! And it takes just five seconds. The story: I wear an apron at my part time jobs, and I'm short. On a standard apron, the loop that goes around the neck is sized for some one very tall. I don't like this for two reasons: ...
By: wearingpink

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 15:11:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bleach-printing-a-t-shirt/
Bleach printing a t-shirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/CGB1/H5IRVR3P/FY2CGB1H5IRVR3P.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/CGB1/H5IRVR3P/FY2CGB1H5IRVR3P.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/CGB1/H5IRVR3P/FY2CGB1H5IRVR3P.SMALL.jpg basementjax457 This instructable explains how I bleach printed a few t-shirts.  I wanted to try a little different approach for making some shirts for the band I'm in. The goal was to make something a little more distressed looking and less expensive.  There are bleaching techniques using waxed paper ironed to the...
By: basementjax457

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 Aug 2012 21:20:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Reuse-old-clothes-to-make-dresses/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA7/RGFX/H58PK7FU/FA7RGFXH58PK7FU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA7/RGFX/H58PK7FU/FA7RGFXH58PK7FU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA7/RGFX/H58PK7FU/FA7RGFXH58PK7FU.SMALL.jpg emilyvanleemput In this guide I collected instructables about how to make dresses using old clothes. You can create beautiful dresses for a really low price. The only thing you need is some old clothes that you don't wear anymore. Enjoy it! null null null null null null null null null null null ...
By: emilyvanleemput

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 31 Jul 2012 04:05:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tie-Dye-With-The-Kids/
Tie-Dye With The Kids - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/KU3D/H4AFSNS6/F8YKU3DH4AFSNS6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/KU3D/H4AFSNS6/F8YKU3DH4AFSNS6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/KU3D/H4AFSNS6/F8YKU3DH4AFSNS6.SMALL.jpg domestic_engineer This Instructable will show you how to tie-dye, and how to do it with children, so that they have fun, and are proud of their work.  I have 4 kids, ages 6, 4, 2 and 2. They loved doing this project.  It kept them busy for a few hours over the course of two days.  Here are a few pointers in working ...
By: domestic_engineer

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 12 Jul 2012 19:45:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Art-of-Wearing-a-Saree/
The Art of Wearing a Saree - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTU/UMIZ/H4AGIPC4/FTUUMIZH4AGIPC4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTU/UMIZ/H4AGIPC4/FTUUMIZH4AGIPC4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTU/UMIZ/H4AGIPC4/FTUUMIZH4AGIPC4.SMALL.jpg cindu A saree is an Indian traditional costume worn by females. It is a long cloth that goes from four to nine yards long and it is draped in various styles. I will be showing the process of draping the saree in the South Indian style. This instructable will help you to learn the basic steps of tying sare...
By: cindu

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 10 Jul 2012 01:40:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rag-rug-extremely-easy-to-make/
Rag rug - extremely easy to make - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEV/B3FH/H401W37F/FEVB3FHH401W37F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEV/B3FH/H401W37F/FEVB3FHH401W37F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEV/B3FH/H401W37F/FEVB3FHH401W37F.SMALL.jpg Elliot Lord I came up with this idea as I wanted to make a rug quickly and by not using any sewing or special tools. This one (about 40x30cm) was done as a test and took 3 hours to complete. It's all made from old fabric so it cost nothing to make. To make a rug that is 30cm wide, I used 3cm wide strips of ...
By: Elliot Lord

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Jul 2012 07:56:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-tie-a-water-balloon-with-no-pruney-fingers/
How to tie a water balloon without getting pruney fingers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FXZ/WOXC/H3Z3VNZ7/FXZWOXCH3Z3VNZ7.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FXZ/WOXC/H3Z3VNZ7/FXZWOXCH3Z3VNZ7.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FXZ/WOXC/H3Z3VNZ7/FXZWOXCH3Z3VNZ7.SMALL.jpg SmoothDaddyG Follow these steps to learn how to tie hundreds of water balloons without getting pruney fingers.   The basic idea is to use some needle nose pliers to wrap, twist, grab, pull and throw the water balloon.  Watch the video to see how to do it quickly.   Video: Supplies You will need the ...
By: SmoothDaddyG

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Jul 2012 15:59:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-tie-an-Ian-shoelace-knot/
How to tie an Ian shoelace knot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/DC6D/H3Z3CEGY/FKBDC6DH3Z3CEGY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/DC6D/H3Z3CEGY/FKBDC6DH3Z3CEGY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/DC6D/H3Z3CEGY/FKBDC6DH3Z3CEGY.SMALL.jpg Weldeon Sure, there are tons of tutorials for this, but I haven't found one that is really clear, so I had trouble learning. So I decided I would make an Instructable to teach you how to tie the worlds fastest shoelace knot. You will need: Shoes Feet Hands Starting knot. First, you need a starting knot, ...
By: Weldeon

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Jun 2012 18:01:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/8-Bit-Bow-Tie/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/NREX/H3XN8G15/FXWNREXH3XN8G15.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/NREX/H3XN8G15/FXWNREXH3XN8G15.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXW/NREX/H3XN8G15/FXWNREXH3XN8G15.SMALL.jpg SHIFT! And how may I be of assistance to you, sir? Salutations Instructabrarian, Sirs and Madams, Whether you are a gamer attending the yearl Ball at your retro video game convention or even just attending a rather fashionable hackerspace, chances are you want to look your best.  Honor the classic video ...
By: SHIFT!

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 26 Jun 2012 23:45:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Mesh-and-Tie-Cutout-Shirt/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/PKTI/H3W4J7YE/F6JPKTIH3W4J7YE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/PKTI/H3W4J7YE/F6JPKTIH3W4J7YE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/PKTI/H3W4J7YE/F6JPKTIH3W4J7YE.SMALL.jpg SelkeyMoonbeam Over lunch a while back,some friends and I were discussing unusual t-shirt modifications. This design was among the top contenders: a mesh shirt with a tie cut-out. It turns out to be pretty easy- just time consuming to cut the mesh bits out of the shirt! I had originally intended it to look douchey...
By: SelkeyMoonbeam

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 25 Jun 2012 22:19:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Upcycled-Tie-Shirt/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/8MLS/H3QF5XDQ/FZQ8MLSH3QF5XDQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/8MLS/H3QF5XDQ/FZQ8MLSH3QF5XDQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/8MLS/H3QF5XDQ/FZQ8MLSH3QF5XDQ.SMALL.jpg love4pds I had a bunch of my husbands ties I had to throw away so thought I would make a nice silk shirt with them. I love the competing patterns that make it interesting. The top part is an old spaghetti strap top that was too short. I sewed the ties on the outside of it because tie fabric is very thin. I h...
By: love4pds

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 25 Jun 2012 12:24:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Twist-Tie-Flower/
Twist-Tie Flower - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7A/4GO2/H3Q4DPMJ/F7A4GO2H3Q4DPMJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7A/4GO2/H3Q4DPMJ/F7A4GO2H3Q4DPMJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7A/4GO2/H3Q4DPMJ/F7A4GO2H3Q4DPMJ.SMALL.jpg GideonStevens  How to make a twist-tie flower using 3 ties. You'll need three twist-ties. One light color (for the blossom), two dark (for the leaves). First, the leaves. Wrap a twist-tie around your favorite finger. Pull the twist-tie off your finger and you have a lollipop shape. Grab the top of...
By: GideonStevens

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Jun 2012 14:21:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Knit-Tie/
Easy Knit Tie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6A/M52G/H3JX9ZFR/F6AM52GH3JX9ZFR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6A/M52G/H3JX9ZFR/F6AM52GH3JX9ZFR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6A/M52G/H3JX9ZFR/F6AM52GH3JX9ZFR.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick I have been wanting to try to knit a tie for a while now and with Father's Day coming up (it was when I started) I decided to give it a go.  It's pretty easy to make and soft to wear! Supplies All you really need for this project is yarn and a knitting needle, but I will tell you everything I use...
By: Penolopy Bulnick

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Jun 2012 17:00:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Self-tie-Bow-tie/
Make a Self-tie Bow-tie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNL/VMZK/H337JZRZ/FNLVMZKH337JZRZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNL/VMZK/H337JZRZ/FNLVMZKH337JZRZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNL/VMZK/H337JZRZ/FNLVMZKH337JZRZ.SMALL.jpg piggleliggle I'm a kind of traditional person who firmly believes in tying your bow ties. I tried making my first bow tie ever, and I'm proud to say that it turned out all right :) Bow ties aren't hard to make at all, although sewing them by hand can take a while o.O But imagine the awe of your peers when they r...
By: piggleliggle

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 9 Jun 2012 00:20:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Ballet-Shoe-Makeover/
Ballet Shoe Makeover - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3A/HFL9/H337JX6J/F3AHFL9H337JX6J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3A/HFL9/H337JX6J/F3AHFL9H337JX6J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3A/HFL9/H337JX6J/F3AHFL9H337JX6J.SMALL.jpg ShrimpSaladCircus I'm in cleaning mode, so I've been separating everything I own into things I want and things I don't anymore. These shoes almost landed in the dreaded Pile Two, and then I got this cute (and absurdly girlie) little idea for them! For more fashion and home DIY projects and ideas, visit my blog, Shri...
By: ShrimpSaladCircus

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Jun 2012 11:23:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Asymmetrical-Dress-from-Upcycled-Tees/
Asymmetrical Dress from Upcycled Tees - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFK/66BU/H2WEWNSX/FFK66BUH2WEWNSX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFK/66BU/H2WEWNSX/FFK66BUH2WEWNSX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFK/66BU/H2WEWNSX/FFK66BUH2WEWNSX.SMALL.jpg AHome-Made The little asymmetrical tops and dresses are all the rage for little girls right now. We've seen them everywhere and my daughter's been begging for one. That and a maxi dress, but that's another post for another time. We ended up with an abundance of white tee shirts, there was this end of season sa...
By: AHome-Made

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 Jun 2012 19:55:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tie-with-a-hidden-Wallet/
Tie with a hidden Wallet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF2/Q869/H2BMNOEX/FF2Q869H2BMNOEX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF2/Q869/H2BMNOEX/FF2Q869H2BMNOEX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF2/Q869/H2BMNOEX/FF2Q869H2BMNOEX.SMALL.jpg Random_Canadian I had some material left over from a Tenth Doctor Coat. The Doctor inspired me to make a tie with a hidden wallet inside if it. The material is a little heavy for a tie but It has the look and feel of the suede coat. I wanted a full size wallet, not just a tiny hidden pocket. The suede material m...
By: Random_Canadian

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 May 2012 20:07:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Knit-a-Zig-Zag-Necktie/
Knit a Zig-Zag Necktie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FBZ/KGI3/H0A00HI5/FBZKGI3H0A00HI5.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FBZ/KGI3/H0A00HI5/FBZKGI3H0A00HI5.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FBZ/KGI3/H0A00HI5/FBZKGI3H0A00HI5.SMALL.jpg ATTILAtheHUNgry I wanted to knit a necktie, but I didn't want a boring old regular shaped one. I'm also really new at this whole knitting thing, (the only other thing I've knitted before this project was a scarf) so I wanted something simple. So this is how I made a Zig-Zag necktie using only three simple stitches....
By: ATTILAtheHUNgry

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 29 Mar 2012 18:40:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-super-easy-no-sew-bow-tie/
How to make a super easy, no-sew bow tie! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/S0XL/GZUAFJHF/FVCS0XLGZUAFJHF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/S0XL/GZUAFJHF/FVCS0XLGZUAFJHF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/S0XL/GZUAFJHF/FVCS0XLGZUAFJHF.SMALL.jpg OwlsAndCake What more needs to be said? Pick your stuff! You'll need a nice rectangle of cloth, as long as you want the bow tie to be and twice as high. You'll probably want a fairly thick, strong material, to give it volume, although you could also use a rather softer material, like velvet, for a more soft,...
By: OwlsAndCake

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Mar 2012 16:12:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Shorten-Your-Shoelaces-When-Theyve-Become-/
How To Shorten Your Shoelaces When They've Become Too Long To Single Tie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEB/Q3OK/GWKKN5VH/FEBQ3OKGWKKN5VH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEB/Q3OK/GWKKN5VH/FEBQ3OKGWKKN5VH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEB/Q3OK/GWKKN5VH/FEBQ3OKGWKKN5VH.SMALL.jpg 2xlbu4u If you are a person like me who wears athletic shoes most of the time, you most certainly have to deal with the annoying problem of shoelace growth.  Over the lifetime of the shoe, everything stretches. The lace holes will elongate bringing them closer and closer together.  This results in shoelaces...
By: 2xlbu4u

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 31 Dec 2011 17:27:05 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Tea-Bag-Travel-Holder-in-10-minutes-for-60-cents/
Tea Bag Travel Holder in 10 minutes for 60 cents! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVN/I6G8/GWKKMUE6/FVNI6G8GWKKMUE6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVN/I6G8/GWKKMUE6/FVNI6G8GWKKMUE6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVN/I6G8/GWKKMUE6/FVNI6G8GWKKMUE6.SMALL.jpg TabbyDeAnne Hi y'all! In this 'ible I want to show you how I made my "Tea Bag Travel Holder" for next to nothing! This is what I made for Christmas gifts this year and something I made for myself as well. I'm trying to be healthier and figured Green Tea might be a good way to start. lol. Besides the gagging res...
By: TabbyDeAnne

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 29 Dec 2011 14:48:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Brown-Paper-Gift-Wrap/
Tie Embellishment - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA3/8QXK/GWF6ET7V/FA38QXKGWF6ET7V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA3/8QXK/GWF6ET7V/FA38QXKGWF6ET7V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA3/8QXK/GWF6ET7V/FA38QXKGWF6ET7V.SMALL.jpg sunshiine I like using brown paper bags for gift wrapping because there are so many things you can do with it.  Brown is such a nice warm color. Here is a way to embellish a brown gift package using an old tie, jute, fresh greenery, and by adding an old button. Supplies Brown paper box Fresh g...
By: sunshiine

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 25 Dec 2011 07:56:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/16-Great-Gifts-made-from-Garbage/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHC/MO20/GWF65CCE/FHCMO20GWF65CCE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHC/MO20/GWF65CCE/FHCMO20GWF65CCE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHC/MO20/GWF65CCE/FHCMO20GWF65CCE.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick If you've delayed your gift shopping a little too long this holiday season, check out these 16 great gifts that are made out of things you were just going to throw away anyway.  Some are quick, some are easy, and some don't take much effort at all.  Don't make up any excuses this year; it's so easy ...
By: Penolopy Bulnick

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:41:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Angel-Ornament-Gift-Idea/
Angel Ornament Gift Idea - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/U6XF/GW897UNU/F7UU6XFGW897UNU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/U6XF/GW897UNU/F7UU6XFGW897UNU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/U6XF/GW897UNU/F7UU6XFGW897UNU.SMALL.jpg bagnitsch Need to make a last minute Christmas gift? These one-of-a-kind  glass angel ornaments are easy to make and so pretty on the tree. Materials What you will need for this project: Glass ball ornament Ribbon Acrylic paint White feathers Glitter (optional) Paint First, take off the top metal piec...
By: bagnitsch

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 21:04:30 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-customizable-paper-tie/
Making a customizable paper tie. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRY/J0XG/H18FMTK5/FRYJ0XGH18FMTK5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRY/J0XG/H18FMTK5/FRYJ0XGH18FMTK5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRY/J0XG/H18FMTK5/FRYJ0XGH18FMTK5.SMALL.jpg Computothought This kind of a cool idea if you need a different tie for different occasions that is disposable. Another neat thing is that paper is cheap. it only takes i think 9 pages (could be compressed) to print out the tie. No sewing required. Folded the tie backwards to let you kind of see how it goes togeth...
By: Computothought

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 17 Oct 2011 21:04:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tie-Bar-with-Interchangeable-Faces/
Tie Bar with Interchangeable Faces - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/M6N1/GTIEWSWY/F2WM6N1GTIEWSWY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/M6N1/GTIEWSWY/F2WM6N1GTIEWSWY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2W/M6N1/GTIEWSWY/F2WM6N1GTIEWSWY.SMALL.jpg RadBear I took a job two years ago that required me to go from occasional tie wearing to daily tie wearing. In order to keep my tie from flopping into food and generally making a nuisance of itself I picked up a tie bar. For those of you who don't know a tie bar is clip that holds your tie to your shirt. I ...
By: RadBear

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 7 Oct 2011 18:39:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-Reverse-Tie-Dye/
Quick Reverse Tie-Dye - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/G8JS/GRLTQNNO/FPOG8JSGRLTQNNO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/G8JS/GRLTQNNO/FPOG8JSGRLTQNNO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/G8JS/GRLTQNNO/FPOG8JSGRLTQNNO.SMALL.jpg Bitsi This could possibly be the fastest and easiest way to tie-dye a shirt ever. I found these navy and black tees on sale and I loved the fit, but I thought that they were a little plain.  I wanted to jazz them up a little, but in a subtle way, so that I could still wear them under a jacket or with jew...
By: Bitsi

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 21 Aug 2011 15:00:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Get-Perfect-Tie-Length-Every-Time/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/GO9T/GRFN1Q9D/F0QGO9TGRFN1Q9D.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/GO9T/GRFN1Q9D/F0QGO9TGRFN1Q9D.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/GO9T/GRFN1Q9D/F0QGO9TGRFN1Q9D.SMALL.jpg banker Step 1: Picture 1 Tie your tie the way you like it. Get a marker of some kind and make a mark on the back of the long side above the knot. (White dot) Make another mark on the back of the tie where it comes out the bottom of the knot.  (White dot) What you have done is marked the length of the tie i...
By: banker

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