Instructables: exploring - living - tutorial - popular http://www.instructables.com Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:17:53 PDT BLOX v1.01 how to sew a french seam http://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-sew-a-french-seam-1/
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Sat, 8 Jun 2013 20:43:07 PDT
beaded chain bracelet http://www.instructables.com/id/beaded-chain-bracelet/
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Fri, 7 Jun 2013 18:08:08 PDT
embroidered chain bracelet http://www.instructables.com/id/embroidered-chain-bracelet/
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Fri, 7 Jun 2013 16:55:15 PDT
Simple Sliding Knot Bracelet http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Sliding-Knot-Bracelet/
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Tue, 28 May 2013 14:34:27 PDT
craft fair table cover http://www.instructables.com/id/craft-fair-table-cover/
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Tue, 11 Sep 2012 19:58:28 PDT
How to get Princess Leia's hair! (two versions) http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-get-Princess-Leias-hair-two-versions-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/8DBX/GU7F3H4S/FV08DBXGU7F3H4S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/8DBX/GU7F3H4S/FV08DBXGU7F3H4S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/8DBX/GU7F3H4S/FV08DBXGU7F3H4S.SMALL.jpg BetterThanToast The title says it all, really! Create perfect Leia buns with this easy tutorial. I've included two different versions - one for longer hair, and an easy trick to boost the size of your buns ideal for all hair types. Watch the video for instructions and feel free to ask me any questions if you're uns...
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Sat, 29 Oct 2011 15:30:37 PDT
DIY: Felt Rose Ring { Tutorial } http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Felt-Rose-Ring-Tutorial-/
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Sun, 21 Apr 2013 19:45:09 PDT
how to paint your nails http://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-paint-your-nails-1/
how to paint your nails - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBZ/703H/HFD1KR98/FBZ703HHFD1KR98.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBZ/703H/HFD1KR98/FBZ703HHFD1KR98.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBZ/703H/HFD1KR98/FBZ703HHFD1KR98.SMALL.jpg jessyratfink How to paint your nails - this is something everyone knows how to do, right? Nope! This is a skill I only recently learned how to do properly. I've never been too into painting my nails, but I think that was because I was going about it all wrong. ;) After extensive months of googling, youtubing a...
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Wed, 17 Apr 2013 20:41:24 PDT
homemade dry shampoo http://www.instructables.com/id/homemade-dry-shampoo/
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Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:11:50 PDT
How To Crochet: Amigurumi Basics http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Crochet-Amigurumi-Basics/
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Wed, 21 Mar 2012 20:38:33 PDT
No Sew Script Scarf http://www.instructables.com/id/No-Sew-Script-Scarf/
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Fri, 22 Feb 2013 13:57:02 PST
How to make an Origami Valentine's Day QT Rose! http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-an-Origami-Valentines-Day-QT-Rose/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/Q4FF/HCV8NKGX/FIJQ4FFHCV8NKGX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/Q4FF/HCV8NKGX/FIJQ4FFHCV8NKGX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/Q4FF/HCV8NKGX/FIJQ4FFHCV8NKGX.SMALL.jpg TCGames In this tutorial, I will show you how to make an origami QT Rose. Enjoy :D!  If you are looking to buy good quality origami paper and popular folding books take a look at the following website: http://www.origami-shop.com/index.php?ref=70&affiliate_banner_id=5 Origami:  QT Rose! Designed By: Hyo A...
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Sat, 9 Feb 2013 07:35:43 PST
Leather Bracelet Tutorial With a Little Twist http://www.instructables.com/id/Leather-Bracelet-Tutorial-With-a-Little-Twist/
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Fri, 1 Feb 2013 22:51:51 PST
Recycle Old Light Bulb http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycle-Old-Light-Bulb-1/
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Tue, 4 Nov 2008 10:57:23 PST
How to finger knit (easy + no tools needed!) http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-finger-knit-easy-no-tools-needed/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0S/W6A5/H0KKWRVC/F0SW6A5H0KKWRVC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0S/W6A5/H0KKWRVC/F0SW6A5H0KKWRVC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0S/W6A5/H0KKWRVC/F0SW6A5H0KKWRVC.SMALL.jpg Canned Husky Finger knitting is so easy: you don't need any tools at all. You'll need your fingers and some yarn  - and if you're really nifty with biting said yarn, you won't even need scissors. We are so cool. Make scarves, belts, gifts, gift ribbon, christmas decorations. It's also great for keeping children...
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Thu, 5 Apr 2012 03:15:45 PDT
Transverse Cowl Knitting Pattern http://www.instructables.com/id/Transverse-Cowl-Knitting-Pattern/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/EOO5/GX5187NM/FSCEOO5GX5187NM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/EOO5/GX5187NM/FSCEOO5GX5187NM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/EOO5/GX5187NM/FSCEOO5GX5187NM.SMALL.jpg iamkeebler Guess what everybody... I wrote another knitting pattern!!! This one is also for a cowl, but it has a really nice diagonal pattern to it. It's a simple pattern that again is just interesting enough to make sure you don't get bored. The diagonal pattern is created by doing an oblique rib stitch. Wha...
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Sat, 7 Jan 2012 19:34:17 PST
A simple Sterling Silver Band Ring http://www.instructables.com/id/A-simple-Sterling-Silver-Band-Ring/
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Fri, 26 Oct 2012 20:41:06 PDT
Zipper Face Tutorial Redux http://www.instructables.com/id/Zipper-Face-Tutorial-Redux/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIS/T92W/H8FYPTSR/FIST92WH8FYPTSR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIS/T92W/H8FYPTSR/FIST92WH8FYPTSR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIS/T92W/H8FYPTSR/FIST92WH8FYPTSR.SMALL.jpg amandaggogo A new tutorial for the zipper face look, This time with a voiceover explaining how I did everything. Enjoy! You will need: A metal zipper liquid latex or spirit gum red and black cream or grease paints purple and yellow cream or grease paints and/or eyeshadow blood gel or fake blood clear or red lip...
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Thu, 25 Oct 2012 09:20:32 PDT
how to make a friendship bracelet http://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-make-a-friendship-bracelet-1/
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Fri, 31 Aug 2012 15:11:20 PDT
How to draw the female eye http://www.instructables.com/id/Professional-drawing-tutorial!!!/
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Thu, 20 Dec 2007 14:42:56 PST
The Fastest Way to Tie a Tie - How to Tie a Tie in less than 10 Seconds http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Fastest-Way-to-Tie-a-Tie---How-to-Tie-a-Tie-in/
The Fastest Way to Tie a Tie - How to Tie a Tie in less than 10 Seconds - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM8/3CL1/F9N2A2J4/FM83CL1F9N2A2J4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM8/3CL1/F9N2A2J4/FM83CL1F9N2A2J4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM8/3CL1/F9N2A2J4/FM83CL1F9N2A2J4.SMALL.jpg tycoyoken This is known as the fastest way to tie a tie. Get it done in 10 seconds. Just in the case you are going to be late to your work, you can use this way to tie your tie. I show you how.This tie tricks is full windsor, but you can adjust it into half-windsor knot as you want.This instruction come with...
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Mon, 3 Dec 2007 02:14:49 PST
How To Make A "Secret Container" Out Of A LIGHTER http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-A-%22Secret-Container%22-Out-Of-A-LIGHTER/
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Wed, 29 Aug 2007 16:57:30 PDT
7FT Gundam - Ultimate Papercraft http://www.instructables.com/id/7FT-Gundam-Ultimate-Papercraft-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBW/67QZ/GUWHG82B/FBW67QZGUWHG82B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBW/67QZ/GUWHG82B/FBW67QZGUWHG82B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBW/67QZ/GUWHG82B/FBW67QZGUWHG82B.SMALL.jpg visualspicer After burning my 4FT Freedom Gundam papercraft in 2010 I was determined to create a bigger and better replacement. This 7FT Gundam Mk-2 papercraft became the result of my goal, made up of 1250 parts on 720 pages, for a total paper weight of 10lb (4.5kg). Using time-lapse photography, video editing ...
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Mon, 14 Nov 2011 22:49:19 PST
1 dollar Vacuum Hacks - Save your Time and Money http://www.instructables.com/id/1-dollar-Vacuum-Hacks-Save-your-Time-and-Money/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRT/C71K/FLROJRDT/FRTC71KFLROJRDT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRT/C71K/FLROJRDT/FRTC71KFLROJRDT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRT/C71K/FLROJRDT/FRTC71KFLROJRDT.SMALL.jpg tycoyoken Very useful hacks, let me show you how to turn any dust vacuum in water vacuum, it just cost you less than 1 dollar in a minute, you don't need to buy expensive equipment anymore, save you lots of time and money, if you like this, please share this useful video with your friends. thanks
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Wed, 1 Oct 2008 18:31:34 PDT
Yamiguru's How-To Make An Affordable Steampunk Helmet http://www.instructables.com/id/Project-How-To-Make-An-Affordable-Steampunk-Helme/
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Tue, 23 Aug 2011 22:09:12 PDT