http://www.instructables.com Sun, 27 May 2012 15:57:05 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/10-Cell-Treahedral-Kite/
10 Cell Tetrahedral Kite - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/DSWL/H0OIZBWP/FXYDSWLH0OIZBWP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/DSWL/H0OIZBWP/FXYDSWLH0OIZBWP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/DSWL/H0OIZBWP/FXYDSWLH0OIZBWP.SMALL.jpg Divet This is a 10 cell tetrahedral kite, based on the bendy straw design by emilyfis.  http://www.instructables.com/member/emilyfis/ Materials: (Most can usually be purchased at a dollar store) Bendy Straws Straight Straws Packing Tape Scotch Tape 4" mini zip ties Mylar wrapping paper.  Yogourt contain...
By: Divet

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 13 Apr 2012 16:43:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Hot-Air-Balloons/
DIY Hot Air Balloons - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/ZBC2/H0OJ6I31/FQMZBC2H0OJ6I31.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/ZBC2/H0OJ6I31/FQMZBC2H0OJ6I31.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/ZBC2/H0OJ6I31/FQMZBC2H0OJ6I31.SMALL.jpg TheScienceMan               Hot air balloons have been around since 1782 and are a well known way of transportation or for just viewing the geographical features of our modern world. Hot air balloons are also the oldest human-carrying flight technology ever. The way these balloons work is that heat is released in...
By: TheScienceMan

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 11 Apr 2012 17:11:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Magnetic-Kite-Lights/
Magnetic Kite Lights - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZJ/CJLR/H0OIUIEX/FZJCJLRH0OIUIEX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZJ/CJLR/H0OIUIEX/FZJCJLRH0OIUIEX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZJ/CJLR/H0OIUIEX/FZJCJLRH0OIUIEX.SMALL.jpg EH2200 To some, the mention of flying a kite might rouse little more than a yawn. Add some bright LEDs, magnets, and an evening with strong winds and you have something far more exciting. It takes the challenge and fun of kiting to a whole new level - Its kind of like remotely piloting a UFO - Its Kind of ...
By: EH2200

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 Apr 2012 10:22:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sky-LanternHot-Air-Balloon-from-a-Dry-Cleaner-Bag/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/4JDQ/GZFDPY27/F4S4JDQGZFDPY27.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/4JDQ/GZFDPY27/F4S4JDQGZFDPY27.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/4JDQ/GZFDPY27/F4S4JDQGZFDPY27.SMALL.jpg shoemaker Transform an ordinary dry cleaner bag into a mini hot air balloon that flies over 1000 feet high. What could be more fun than airborne fireballs bowing around at the mercy of the wind? These are also very popular with the mystery light in the sky UFO crowd.
By: shoemaker

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Mar 2012 14:51:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Hot-Air-Ballon-Teach-Convection/
Hot Air Ballon Teach Convection and Buoyancy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCL/Z00H/GWKD444I/FCLZ00HGWKD444I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCL/Z00H/GWKD444I/FCLZ00HGWKD444I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCL/Z00H/GWKD444I/FCLZ00HGWKD444I.SMALL.jpg superazab Today I will be showing you how to make a hot air ballon to teach your class about convection heat transfer and buoyancy. Before doing this activity with your class I recommend you explain to your class some basic info on the history of hot air balloons and some simple principals of how hot air ri...
By: superazab

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 24 Dec 2011 18:54:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Spice-Up-Your-Stunt-Kite-Flying-with-a-Simple-Cont/
Simple Stunt Kite Control Bar - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/N7UW/GUOAEN6Q/FR3N7UWGUOAEN6Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/N7UW/GUOAEN6Q/FR3N7UWGUOAEN6Q.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/N7UW/GUOAEN6Q/FR3N7UWGUOAEN6Q.SMALL.jpg dimtick One of my passions is dual line stunt kites. This is a quick instructable for making a "kite bar" which is used to control the kite and is a heck of a lot of fun. A Little Something About Stunt Kites.... Whereas a typical kite uses a single line, a stunt kites uses 2 (or 4) lines with which you can...
By: dimtick

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 Nov 2011 09:56:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Devils-Kite-Super-Easy-Paper-Kite-That-Really-Fl/
Devil's Kite (Super Easy Paper Kite That Really Flies!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F67/PR94/GUEON7SL/F67PR94GUEON7SL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F67/PR94/GUEON7SL/F67PR94GUEON7SL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F67/PR94/GUEON7SL/F67PR94GUEON7SL.SMALL.jpg lunchweek What I will show you is a traditional Turkish kite called "Seytan Ucurtmasi", which means "Devil's Kite". It's so easy, that a 5 year old can make and fly it. Materials You'll Need You'll need a few easy to find household items: - Square paper of any kind and size. Something light is better. (Ev...
By: lunchweek

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 30 Oct 2011 16:53:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Enhance-your-Stuff-Sack-in-1-simple-step-not-to-b/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBT/M2SD/GSUSNDX3/FBTM2SDGSUSNDX3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBT/M2SD/GSUSNDX3/FBTM2SDGSUSNDX3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBT/M2SD/GSUSNDX3/FBTM2SDGSUSNDX3.SMALL.jpg Sky-Monkey For those who fly a paraglider, speedglider, or certain other types of large kites, and use a stuff sack for storing your wing - this should be a quick and easy tip to save you a bit of time and trouble. For those of you who don't do the either of the above, this will likely not make much sense to y...
By: Sky-Monkey

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Sep 2011 19:40:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/simple-stunt-kite/
simple stunt kite - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCC/EOS4/GS3BEA70/FCCEOS4GS3BEA70.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCC/EOS4/GS3BEA70/FCCEOS4GS3BEA70.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCC/EOS4/GS3BEA70/FCCEOS4GS3BEA70.SMALL.jpg Casimir This is a derivative work of the very simple kite by Verdantic . (Yes it flies. Not always the way you want it to, but it does.) You'll need Materials: - Paper (maybe A4, A3, or something similar) - String/Thread Tools (optional): - something to cut the string fold and rip Fold the paper in ...
By: Casimir

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 8 Sep 2011 08:00:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sew-a-loop-end-on-a-line/
Sew a loop end on a line - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAB/HDGX/GS0461DH/FABHDGXGS0461DH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAB/HDGX/GS0461DH/FABHDGXGS0461DH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAB/HDGX/GS0461DH/FABHDGXGS0461DH.SMALL.jpg Sky-Monkey Loops are sewn into the ends of lines on paragliders, certain kites, and many other applications. It is a very strong way of creating a loop, and it does not snag as easily as a knot would This is meant to be a very basic overview of how I sew a loop into the end of a line. I intend to keep it a br...
By: Sky-Monkey

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 3 Sep 2011 00:04:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Hot-Air-Balloon-Message-in-a-Bottle/
Solar Hot Air Balloon Message-in-a-Bottle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTT/22M1/GQKM4OIO/FTT22M1GQKM4OIO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTT/22M1/GQKM4OIO/FTT22M1GQKM4OIO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTT/22M1/GQKM4OIO/FTT22M1GQKM4OIO.SMALL.jpg crrdlx This is a hot air balloon made from trash bags and heated by the sun. Once airborne, it should stay up 'til the sun goes down or behind the clouds. Needless to say, it can travel a long, long way. Attached to it is a "message-in-a-bottle" asking anyone who might find it to email their location, just...
By: crrdlx

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 26 Jul 2011 10:11:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Batman-Kite/
Batman Kite - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI8/5Y42/GPLJ1CWN/FI85Y42GPLJ1CWN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI8/5Y42/GPLJ1CWN/FI85Y42GPLJ1CWN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI8/5Y42/GPLJ1CWN/FI85Y42GPLJ1CWN.SMALL.jpg LeonArchiTesla Built with the same methods as my 'WingKite' (see below) Frame Cut and lay out bamboo frame Frame Assembly Lash frame together with duct tape Attach 'Skin' Lay on black plastic, cut off excess and duct tape edges to the frame Paint No self-respecting 'Batman' would be worth his mask w...
By: LeonArchiTesla

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 3 Jul 2011 17:17:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-super-easy-paper-and-straw-kite/
How to make a super easy paper and straw kite - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/QYVS/GRTHT9OJ/FBQQYVSGRTHT9OJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/QYVS/GRTHT9OJ/FBQQYVSGRTHT9OJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/QYVS/GRTHT9OJ/FBQQYVSGRTHT9OJ.SMALL.jpg l99roufs This is my first instructable. It will probably work best if you tie it onto a fan WHILE IT'S OFF!!!!!! I got this idea from a kite book I had. Hope you like it. This is the stuff you'll need. - Hot glue gun and some hot glue sticks. - A straw. - A pair of scissors. - A pice of paper. - ...
By: l99roufs

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 30 Jun 2011 13:34:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Duct-TapeBambooDrop-Cloth-WingKite/
Duct Tape/Bamboo/Drop Cloth 'WingKite' - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7S/CDJD/GPAS2EU7/F7SCDJDGPAS2EU7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7S/CDJD/GPAS2EU7/F7SCDJDGPAS2EU7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7S/CDJD/GPAS2EU7/F7SCDJDGPAS2EU7.SMALL.jpg LeonArchiTesla Bamboo is a tough, natural, multi-use substance that is readily available in the summer and has been used for ages in a wide range of activities. Here’s our Instructable for how to make a duct tape, bamboo and ground cloth ‘WingKite’ for use with a skateboard, kayak, surfboard, etc. This ‘Kite’ has...
By: LeonArchiTesla

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 26 Jun 2011 17:11:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/R-Kite/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/GZMK/GLLI7SR6/FFEGZMKGLLI7SR6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/GZMK/GLLI7SR6/FFEGZMKGLLI7SR6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/GZMK/GLLI7SR6/FFEGZMKGLLI7SR6.SMALL.jpg motherorchid I created this "R" kite for my daughter with two wooden dowels, glue, cheap remnant fabric, felt, string and twine. Take two equal sized wooden dowels and create a "t" shape or coss. Wrap these with twine and tie a tight knot (I also put glue on the knot to hold). Make small notches in the end of ea...
By: motherorchid

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 Mar 2011 18:49:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Project-Up/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAI/C76T/GL3JOSK9/FAIC76TGL3JOSK9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAI/C76T/GL3JOSK9/FAIC76TGL3JOSK9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAI/C76T/GL3JOSK9/FAIC76TGL3JOSK9.SMALL.jpg glitchus This is a very simple 972 cubic foot tethered hot air balloon that is capable of carrying a payload of up to ten pounds.
By: glitchus

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 Mar 2011 22:12:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/simplest-way-to-make-a-kite-traditional-diamond-s/
make a kite the easy way (traditional diamond shaped) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/1XMC/GHDS6PNT/FAW1XMCGHDS6PNT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/1XMC/GHDS6PNT/FAW1XMCGHDS6PNT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/1XMC/GHDS6PNT/FAW1XMCGHDS6PNT.SMALL.jpg innovatin.joe when i was younger i use to make these all the time. they are very fun to fly and very simple to make. i wanted to do them as simple as possible because i would love to fly them as high as possible. trying to achieve this meant that i would loose some kites no matter what. either i would loose some ...
By: innovatin.joe

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 Dec 2010 11:51:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Very-Simple-Kite/
Very Simple Kite - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/EN5R/GGPF45EV/F87EN5RGGPF45EV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/EN5R/GGPF45EV/F87EN5RGGPF45EV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/EN5R/GGPF45EV/F87EN5RGGPF45EV.SMALL.jpg Verdantic Easy to fly and easy to build, I don't think it's possible to make a simpler kite than this!  Watch as your kite performs exciting aerial manoeuvres and darts through the air with an agility rivalling that of the most acrobatic bird! Gather Materials You will need: - A rectangular piece of paper...
By: Verdantic

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 25 Nov 2010 19:04:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/5-minute-Boomrang/
5-minute Boomrang - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEY/LR1X/GGMMR0RC/FEYLR1XGGMMR0RC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEY/LR1X/GGMMR0RC/FEYLR1XGGMMR0RC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEY/LR1X/GGMMR0RC/FEYLR1XGGMMR0RC.SMALL.jpg farzadbayan Pick a boomrang - What is a antenna's boomrang ? - Please see the picture , then : 1. Find a obsolete antenna . 2. Find the boomrangs on it . 3. Pick them ! (Pick all , you may lose your own !) Paint it ! It's optional for you . You may use your boomrang without any color . 1. Paint the ...
By: farzadbayan

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 18 Nov 2010 03:13:31 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Duct-Tape-Wind-Surfer/
Make a Duct Tape Wind Surfer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHU/BUYV/GFRWNJFA/FHUBUYVGFRWNJFA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHU/BUYV/GFRWNJFA/FHUBUYVGFRWNJFA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHU/BUYV/GFRWNJFA/FHUBUYVGFRWNJFA.SMALL.jpg DuctTapeCrazy Fly on a skate board on your brand new DUCT TAPE WINDSURFER! What you will need 3 or 4 Rolls of Duct Tape (Ace brand is the best, it is light) Scissors NewsPaper 2 Straight Sticks Duct Taping 1. Lay out 4 sheets of newspaper 2. Duct Tape them together with a "X" 3. Then go and lay strips ...
By: DuctTapeCrazy

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 7 Nov 2010 14:48:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Duct-tape-kite/
Duct tape kite - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTO/9M0U/GF7B36X0/FTO9M0UGF7B36X0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTO/9M0U/GF7B36X0/FTO9M0UGF7B36X0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTO/9M0U/GF7B36X0/FTO9M0UGF7B36X0.SMALL.jpg natman3400 This is how to make a duct tape kite. It is a nice project for that windy fall day, or just any day for that matter. You will need: -Duct tape -String -Sticks Gathering your sticks You will want to gather up some sticks from your back yard, forest of local stick farm. You want them to be about t...
By: natman3400

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 12 Oct 2010 16:42:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/15-minutes-Newspaper-kite-that-really-flies/
15 minutes Newspaper kite that really flies! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ3/XN33/GCI8JTUJ/FZ3XN33GCI8JTUJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ3/XN33/GCI8JTUJ/FZ3XN33GCI8JTUJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ3/XN33/GCI8JTUJ/FZ3XN33GCI8JTUJ.SMALL.jpg sgershon My kids and I like kites. We had a pair of kites, some very long string, and we live just by the desert -- so wind is strong and steady. But flying kites you buy is not as fun as flying kites you build. So here's an instructable for creatign your very own small kite, which flies very well. ...
By: sgershon

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 7 Aug 2010 18:09:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-transparent-kite-with-text/
How to make a transparent kite with text - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIT/KEJ3/GANOQT7W/FITKEJ3GANOQT7W.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIT/KEJ3/GANOQT7W/FITKEJ3GANOQT7W.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIT/KEJ3/GANOQT7W/FITKEJ3GANOQT7W.SMALL.jpg brunovianna This is a kite that's easy to build and fly. We designed it to carry text in a beautiful way, so that the letters appear to be floating against the sky. We believe it can be useful for carrying icons and messages in demonstrations, or plain old fun. You will need: - 1 piece of transparent plastic ...
By: brunovianna

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Jun 2010 07:57:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Plastic-Bullet-Kite/
How to Make a Plastic Bullet Kite - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/OHES/G825RF4C/FQ1OHESG825RF4C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/OHES/G825RF4C/FQ1OHESG825RF4C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/OHES/G825RF4C/FQ1OHESG825RF4C.SMALL.jpg uncoiled.tiger A super easy and cheap to make that also flies like a mighty eagle on a sunny day. Not to mention it's rather good at demonstrating some basics of aerodynamic theory: lift, gravity and drag. Things you will need... In order to make your kite you will need:-A sheet of plastic that measures 33 1/2"...
By: uncoiled.tiger

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:11:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Paper-Kite-for-Kids/
Easy Paper Kite for Kids - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG8/G11I/G79DHY50/FG8G11IG79DHY50.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG8/G11I/G79DHY50/FG8G11IG79DHY50.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG8/G11I/G79DHY50/FG8G11IG79DHY50.SMALL.jpg ReadsInTrees This Instructable will show you how to make a simple, easy-to-make, easy-to-fly, paper kite that is great for kids. Materials To make this kite, you will need: 1. 8.5"x11" piece of paper.  This is your standard copy paper size. Regular paper works fine, but I like card stock because it's a litt...
By: ReadsInTrees

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Mar 2010 08:32:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/RECYCLED-BOTTLE-WHIRLIGIG-SPACE-SHUTTLE-COPTER/
RECYCLED BOTTLE WHIRLIGIG SPACE SHUTTLE-COPTER - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH3/99TI/G4PBOL1G/FH399TIG4PBOL1G.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH3/99TI/G4PBOL1G/FH399TIG4PBOL1G.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH3/99TI/G4PBOL1G/FH399TIG4PBOL1G.SMALL.jpg mistic MATERIALS  See drawing for list of materials. Smooth wall plastic water bottles  have a wall thin enough to cut with a sharp blade or Xacto [R] blade. Wood hub can be any scrap lumber about 1x1x1 size..Cup hook eyelets are used here .5/8 size is easy to use for mounting and insertion into the hu...
By: mistic

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Jan 2010 22:30:02 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Outrigger-Canoe-Sail-Channel-Islands/
Trip Log: Outrigger Canoe Sailing the California Channel Islands - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW3/T4OD/G0GBN6NQ/FW3T4ODG0GBN6NQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW3/T4OD/G0GBN6NQ/FW3T4ODG0GBN6NQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW3/T4OD/G0GBN6NQ/FW3T4ODG0GBN6NQ.SMALL.jpg TimAnderson These amazing Islands are right here off the California coast. Part national park, part privately conserved. Seen like a mirage from the mainland, they beckon you to sail there in an outrigger canoe. Kathleen Mckee and myself did just that in Oct 2009. This is the log from that trip. A month later I...
By: TimAnderson

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 7 Oct 2009 15:57:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-10-Cent-Kite/
The 10-Cent Kite - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHB/9023/G0GBN5KQ/FHB9023G0GBN5KQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHB/9023/G0GBN5KQ/FHB9023G0GBN5KQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHB/9023/G0GBN5KQ/FHB9023G0GBN5KQ.SMALL.jpg Mr Cheeseo This is a simple Kite that only uses about 10 cents of material to build. Get the Stuff Build The Keeper-Opener-Thingy Mount The Keeper-Opener-Thingy String it up The Final Touch
By: Mr Cheeseo

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Oct 2009 17:56:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-tiny-transparent-kite-from-broom-bristles/
Make a tiny, transparent kite from broom bristles. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/KNCN/FXK6BQG9/F92KNCNFXK6BQG9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/KNCN/FXK6BQG9/F92KNCNFXK6BQG9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/KNCN/FXK6BQG9/F92KNCNFXK6BQG9.SMALL.jpg Kiteman This isn't the smallest kite in the world, but it's probably the smallest that most people will make.Add to that the fact that it is made of no specialist materials at all, and you're ready to make a tiny marvel.(I'll highlight the materials you need as we go along, but you can substitute many other...
By: Kiteman

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Jul 2009 14:21:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bell-Tetrahedral-Kite/
Bell Tetrahedral Kite - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPB/XQFM/FUI0SH3J/FPBXQFMFUI0SH3J.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPB/XQFM/FUI0SH3J/FPBXQFMFUI0SH3J.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPB/XQFM/FUI0SH3J/FPBXQFMFUI0SH3J.SMALL.jpg emilyfis Alexander Graham Bell used tetrahedral kites in the early 1900s to disprove the theory that size detrimentally effected a flying machine's ability to get off the ground. This Instructable will show you how to make your own tetrahedral kite using bendable drinking straws and Tyvek. It's similar in it...
By: emilyfis

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 May 2009 21:17:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hastyfoil/
Make a Hydrofoil Blade from Windsurfer Fins - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZF/NA9F/FSE8LANR/FZFNA9FFSE8LANR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZF/NA9F/FSE8LANR/FZFNA9FFSE8LANR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZF/NA9F/FSE8LANR/FZFNA9FFSE8LANR.SMALL.jpg TimAnderson Here's how to graft two windsurfer fins together to make the lifting part of a hydrofoil.I lost the front hydrofoil blade from one of my Aquaskippers. This new blade works great as a replacement.The foil section is just right for the purpose. And it's a really quick project.The resulting blade is st...
By: TimAnderson

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Mar 2009 23:30:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-Kite/
Creating our Kite: Traditional Kite - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF4/CTJ9/FS6EA4LV/FF4CTJ9FS6EA4LV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF4/CTJ9/FS6EA4LV/FF4CTJ9FS6EA4LV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF4/CTJ9/FS6EA4LV/FF4CTJ9FS6EA4LV.SMALL.jpg mutambara This is a guide on how to make a kite by Anesu, Emalisa, Yanick, Kelvin Materials " String" Scotch tape" One sheet of strong paper" 2 strong straight wooden sticks" Scissors " Knife Cross sticks Make a cross with the 2 sticks, with the shorter stick placed horizontally across the longer stick,...
By: mutambara

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 6 Mar 2009 13:52:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-homemade-kite-with-video/
How to make a homemade kite with video - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFR/B21H/FS1N69UK/FFRB21HFS1N69UK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFR/B21H/FS1N69UK/FFRB21HFS1N69UK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFR/B21H/FS1N69UK/FFRB21HFS1N69UK.SMALL.jpg SOD Flying kites are always fun. All generation of children have enjoyed feeling how the kite is taken by the wind and watching it as it flies high over our heads. However the experience is three times as thrilling if you have made your own kite. With this simple guide you will soon be flying your own h...
By: SOD

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Mar 2009 14:15:00 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Box-Kite/
The Box Kite - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMF/AEG6/FQCTKYHU/FMFAEG6FQCTKYHU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMF/AEG6/FQCTKYHU/FMFAEG6FQCTKYHU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMF/AEG6/FQCTKYHU/FMFAEG6FQCTKYHU.SMALL.jpg notjustsomeone How to make a simple box kite with a few sticks, some string, and a little bit of fabric. This one is 3 feet tall and about 12 inches wide (without wings). Materials For the kite itself you'll need: 8 dowels - commonly 36 inches long, 1/4 inch is fine for all parts, however I used 1/4 inch for t...
By: notjustsomeone

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Jan 2009 16:01:42 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/tarp-kite/
tarp kite - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGP/6KJG/FLI8MQ2W/FGP6KJGFLI8MQ2W.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGP/6KJG/FLI8MQ2W/FGP6KJGFLI8MQ2W.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGP/6KJG/FLI8MQ2W/FGP6KJGFLI8MQ2W.SMALL.jpg 456acdc5443 a cool kite that can make you fly what you need a big tarp some rope a harness if you dont whant to hold on to the string making the kite first take 2 edges from the tarp and tie them together with enough string left over to hold on or tie to your harness also make sure to have a good grip ...
By: 456acdc5443

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Sep 2008 17:04:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Stoopid-Thing-Kite-powered-Personal-Flight/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO1/HTJZ/FA190MKK/FO1HTJZFA190MKK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO1/HTJZ/FA190MKK/FO1HTJZFA190MKK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO1/HTJZ/FA190MKK/FO1HTJZFA190MKK.SMALL.jpg ewilhelm Do not attempt! Fortunately, the first time I tried this it worked and there was a video camera running, so I've never had to try again.The video footage is from Nahant Beach, MA in the summer of 2003. Saul, Tim, and I were convinced that using a large kitesurfing kite it would be possible to "fly...
By: ewilhelm

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 14 Dec 2007 20:05:15 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cincinnati-Fire-Kite/
Cincinnati Fire Kite - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH9/YRQ2/F4TUMUSD/FH9YRQ2F4TUMUSD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH9/YRQ2/F4TUMUSD/FH9YRQ2F4TUMUSD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH9/YRQ2/F4TUMUSD/FH9YRQ2F4TUMUSD.SMALL.jpg stasterisk This simple kite will rise ~30 ft. in the air, until it consumes itself in a blaze of destruction. Great fun, very simple to construct.Here's another instructable. Freeganism For this to work, you will need one each of the following: *Newspaper/Tissue Paper *Tape *Fire *Lack of Wind all of the...
By: stasterisk

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 3 Nov 2007 19:33:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-kiteboogie%3a--keep-your-tush-7-inches-off-the-g/
The kiteboogie: keep your tush 7 inches off the ground and go way too fast - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTQ/0X2C/F6S98EC1/FTQ0X2CF6S98EC1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTQ/0X2C/F6S98EC1/FTQ0X2CF6S98EC1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTQ/0X2C/F6S98EC1/FTQ0X2CF6S98EC1.SMALL.jpg prank Let's face it: kites are awesome. Especially steerable kites that can pull you off the ground. While last weekend was pretty enjoyable(snorkeling with harbor seals in la jolla and sleeping on beaches), I decided I needed a higher-velocity activity this weekend. The plan was to build a basic kite...
By: prank

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 20 Sep 2007 06:44:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Launch-It%3a-The-Zero-Wind-Indoor-Pizza-Kite/
Launch It: The Zero-Wind Indoor Pizza Kite - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGP/NEJY/F5Y3KWKT/FGPNEJYF5Y3KWKT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGP/NEJY/F5Y3KWKT/FGPNEJYF5Y3KWKT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGP/NEJY/F5Y3KWKT/FGPNEJYF5Y3KWKT.SMALL.jpg Kiteman You're bored. You're desperate to fly a kite, but it's raining. Have a pizza while you read the rest of these instructions. Materials and tools. You will need: The polystyrene disc from under a store-bought pizza. Sharp knife ("X-acto" or similar. The ones I use come under the heading of "si...
By: Kiteman

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 4 Sep 2007 14:23:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Greg-Milano-s-Wheelbarrow-Wheel-Landyacht/
Greg Milano's Wheelbarrow Wheel Landyacht - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZD/9QKM/F4QI3XDT/FZD9QKMF4QI3XDT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZD/9QKM/F4QI3XDT/FZD9QKMF4QI3XDT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZD/9QKM/F4QI3XDT/FZD9QKMF4QI3XDT.SMALL.jpg TimAnderson Greg Milano works with disabled people in Alameda California. He bought this homebrew landyacht secondhand and has been fixing it up for his clients to use.It uses wheelbarrow wheels and a windsurfer sail. It carries two people in comfort and comes apart for transport.In this video the frame twists ...
By: TimAnderson

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Jul 2007 16:17:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Feather-Kite%3a-An-Experiment-in-Progress./
The Feather Kite: An Experiment in Progress. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKG/9V79/F4JLEE8K/FKG9V79F4JLEE8K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKG/9V79/F4JLEE8K/FKG9V79F4JLEE8K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKG/9V79/F4JLEE8K/FKG9V79F4JLEE8K.SMALL.jpg Kiteman Something different from me - an unfinished Instructable. I thought it would be interesting to document an original project as it went along, adding and editing steps as I go, maybe including suggestions or comments from the community. There is a chance that this project will finish up in a merely...
By: Kiteman

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 25 Jul 2007 14:06:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-Own-Instant-Kiteboard-Footstraps-from-Se/
Make Your Own Instant Kiteboard Footstraps from Seatbelt and Carpet Scraps - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUG/0OPP/F4DEPVZ0/FUG0OPPF4DEPVZ0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUG/0OPP/F4DEPVZ0/FUG0OPPF4DEPVZ0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUG/0OPP/F4DEPVZ0/FUG0OPPF4DEPVZ0.SMALL.jpg TimAnderson Not much to it, just cut a chunk of seatbelt or other webbing as shown here,cut a carpet scrap, and bolt it to your kiteboard as shown here.These straps felt really good on my feet.I was kiting in Australia and didn't have my plywood board. Fortunately a friend had one, but without straps. A few min...
By: TimAnderson

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 23 Jul 2007 14:15:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/HydroSliding-Guide/
HydroSliding Guide - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/AYJO/F3YIJGUX/FM1AYJOF3YIJGUX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/AYJO/F3YIJGUX/FM1AYJOF3YIJGUX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/AYJO/F3YIJGUX/FM1AYJOF3YIJGUX.SMALL.jpg hydrosliders.com Now, I am aware there is a video on HydroSliding on here... but to me it seemed more like a... history of the sport, and not so much a guide. I have taught over 30 people how to HydroSlide in the course of my business and leisure time with the product, so I think I have a fairly good background to ...
By: hydrosliders.com

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 10 Jul 2007 15:54:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Human-Powered-Hydrofoil----The-%22Hydrothopter%22/
DIY Human Powered Wooden Hydrofoil - The "Hydrothopter" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/UGL0/F2297C5X/F4BUGL0F2297C5X.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/UGL0/F2297C5X/F4BUGL0F2297C5X.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/UGL0/F2297C5X/F4BUGL0F2297C5X.SMALL.jpg TimAnderson Behold! The HYDROTHOPTER! The human powered hydrofoil you can build yourself. It's made from mother nature's favorite material, WOOD! As seen in Fly a Human Powered Hydrofoil, this amazing thing will be bigger than the Segway and the Internet put together! Do you like this Instructable? Digg it! ...
By: TimAnderson

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 May 2007 12:19:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-Indoor-Stunt-Kite-Make./
Mini Indoor Stunt Kite Make. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEW/02YV/F1U9XSXY/FEW02YVF1U9XSXY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEW/02YV/F1U9XSXY/FEW02YVF1U9XSXY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEW/02YV/F1U9XSXY/FEW02YVF1U9XSXY.SMALL.jpg Bongmaster A cheap (and I mean really cheap!!) Mini Indoor Stunt Kite. Made from: Drinking Straws (thin) Plastic Bag (pedal-bin Liner, the thinner the better) Cotton Thread (strong white, but any will do if its strong) stick (balsa, or anything sticklike and even from tip to tip. no taper) You will also nee...
By: Bongmaster

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 May 2007 16:17:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Flying-Scrooge%3a-Ornithopter-of-Household-Items/
The Flying Scrooge: Ornithopter of Household Items - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2N/G6IM/POYEZR79P48/F2NG6IMPOYEZR79P48.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2N/G6IM/POYEZR79P48/F2NG6IMPOYEZR79P48.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2N/G6IM/POYEZR79P48/F2NG6IMPOYEZR79P48.SMALL.jpg royalestel This instructable will show you how to make a nifty flying model known as an ornithopter from cheap to free stuff. An ornithopter is a lot like a model airplane, but it flaps its wings like a bird or an insect, and is a lovely sight to watch in flight. This is pretty easy to build; you really only ...
By: royalestel

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Mar 2007 16:03:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Kite-1/
How to Make a Kite - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/97QC/BLBEXCFKQ96/FSC97QCBLBEXCFKQ96.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/97QC/BLBEXCFKQ96/FSC97QCBLBEXCFKQ96.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/97QC/BLBEXCFKQ96/FSC97QCBLBEXCFKQ96.SMALL.jpg Kiteman A quick and easy box-kite with only a single spar. All the materials you need can be recycled from your local supermarket or burger joint. My local supermarket sells fresh pies in flat-bottomed bags, and takeaway bags also work well. You will need... A clean, flat-bottomed bag, a bamboo skewer,...
By: Kiteman

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Feb 2007 16:09:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Pack-a-Surfboard-On-The-Cheap-For-Dangerous-Airli/
Pack a Surfboard On The Cheap (For Dangerous Airline Travel) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNK/DPSF/ADXEXCFIBYL/FNKDPSFADXEXCFIBYL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNK/DPSF/ADXEXCFIBYL/FNKDPSFADXEXCFIBYL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNK/DPSF/ADXEXCFIBYL/FNKDPSFADXEXCFIBYL.SMALL.jpg onemisterchristian Traveling with a surfboard is dangerous. Most board bags don't provide enough protection from disgruntled airline employees, especially hawaiian airlines. So we need to make sure the board is safe. Ingredients 1" Tubular Pipe InsulationSaran WrapTowelsLots of Duct Tapeexacto knifeA board bag (of ...
By: onemisterchristian

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 1 Feb 2007 11:06:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Some-Kiting-Basics/
Some Kiting Basics - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ0/PB9T/N39EXCFG421/FJ0PB9TN39EXCFG421.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ0/PB9T/N39EXCFG421/FJ0PB9TN39EXCFG421.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ0/PB9T/N39EXCFG421/FJ0PB9TN39EXCFG421.SMALL.jpg Kiteman A bunch of useful kite-stuff I've written, gathered into one place. Single-Line Kites: a basic glossary. Kite flying is a popular hobby with many faces: traditional family pass-time; art form; traditional craft; science; extreme sport. Unfortunately, people new to kiting sometimes get confused by...
By: Kiteman

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Jan 2007 12:14:13 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Box-Kite!-that-s-almost-bigger-than-my-wife!/
A Box Kite! (that's almost bigger than my wife!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEO/IA93/YDGEV2ZD2PU/FEOIA93YDGEV2ZD2PU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEO/IA93/YDGEV2ZD2PU/FEOIA93YDGEV2ZD2PU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEO/IA93/YDGEV2ZD2PU/FEOIA93YDGEV2ZD2PU.SMALL.jpg marcward86 My wife had a sad little kite, a super grover kite, and she needed a new one. So, I made her a new one. (obviously). Materials Things you need: Tools: Scissors (or hot-cutter) Needle and Thread Handsaw Materials: 8 1/4"x36" Wood Dowel rods 4 1/4"x18" Wood Dowel rods 2 yards .075 oz Ripstop Nyl...
By: marcward86

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