http://www.instructables.com Sun, 27 May 2012 16:00:47 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Safety-Net-For-Snow-Sledding/
Safety Net For Snow Sledding - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4K/Z2WN/GZUAFF5E/F4KZ2WNGZUAFF5E.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4K/Z2WN/GZUAFF5E/F4KZ2WNGZUAFF5E.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4K/Z2WN/GZUAFF5E/F4KZ2WNGZUAFF5E.SMALL.jpg MartinMakes We have fun sledding in our back yard but we have steep hill that ends at the street. So a safety net would be a good idea. I decided to see if I could make one. I did some research on line. YouTube has many net making instruction video so I used a combination of some of them to make my net. The r...
By: MartinMakes

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Apr 2012 10:01:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-put-Headphones-in-a-Helmet/
Headphones in a Helmet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/ZIUF/GZUAFY7W/F12ZIUFGZUAFY7W.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/ZIUF/GZUAFY7W/F12ZIUFGZUAFY7W.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/ZIUF/GZUAFY7W/F12ZIUFGZUAFY7W.SMALL.jpg legomaster92 This is a very simple way of incorporating headphones in a helmet that allows headphones.  Hint its better to find headphones with a mic and a little remote on the wire so you can change songs or answer a call.  Adding headphones to your helmet will make your riding more extreme and fun. The music ...
By: legomaster92

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 16 Mar 2012 12:54:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Transforming-your-Riding-Lawn-Mower-into-the-Ultim/
Transforming your Riding Lawn Mower into the Ultimate Snow Mover. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/NDBJ/GZI8K8OY/FZVNDBJGZI8K8OY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/NDBJ/GZI8K8OY/FZVNDBJGZI8K8OY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/NDBJ/GZI8K8OY/FZVNDBJGZI8K8OY.SMALL.jpg kdgraham In 4 easy steps and 45 minutes, this instructable will show a non expert the ways to transform his/her riding lawn mower into the best snow removing machine.  This will save money as one can clear his/her own driveway and not have to pay anyone to do it for them!  TIP:  This will display a John Dee...
By: kdgraham

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:28:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-ice-sculpture-for-kids-of-all-ages/
Easy ice sculpture - for kids of all ages - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/OKR2/GZGBNP5E/FVJOKR2GZGBNP5E.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/OKR2/GZGBNP5E/FVJOKR2GZGBNP5E.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVJ/OKR2/GZGBNP5E/FVJOKR2GZGBNP5E.SMALL.jpg boomfiziks This is an easy and fun activity for the whole family, especially when the temperatures get's really cold.  You may find your children will be spending more time outside arranging, rearranging, and adding on to their ice sculpture. Caution:  Please keep an eye on young children and limit their time...
By: boomfiziks

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Mar 2012 20:53:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Fastest-Sled-On-a-Hill/
Fastest Sled On a Hill - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/KFQE/GZHK83RI/FRCKFQEGZHK83RI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/KFQE/GZHK83RI/FRCKFQEGZHK83RI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/KFQE/GZHK83RI/FRCKFQEGZHK83RI.SMALL.jpg BrutalEfficiency Fast. Strong. Beautiful. Unique. Did I say Fast? Extremely Fast! How do you steer? By weight shifting.  How do you brake? You don't. Brakes were invented by cowards. This Extreme project is Extremely suited for the Extreme contest because your whole life would go Extremely fast before your eyes ev...
By: BrutalEfficiency

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 7 Mar 2012 00:04:10 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-the-Massive-3-floor-Snow-fort/
How to make the Massive 3 floor Snow fort. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEX/D09G/GZACJMJR/FEXD09GGZACJMJR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEX/D09G/GZACJMJR/FEXD09GGZACJMJR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEX/D09G/GZACJMJR/FEXD09GGZACJMJR.SMALL.jpg When in doubt, duct tape! Hi everyone. This is the Instuctable we promised on how to build our 3 floor snow fort. Link: http://www.instructables.com/id/Massive-Snow-fort-3-Floors/ Materials Needed:  Metal shovel (good quality, make sure its short) A hell of a lot of snow. A water source nearby.  Buckets (s...
By: When in doubt, duct tape!

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Mar 2012 03:56:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Snow-Sculpture/
Snow Sculpture - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD2/L7NG/GZ6I5RHS/FD2L7NGGZ6I5RHS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD2/L7NG/GZ6I5RHS/FD2L7NGGZ6I5RHS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD2/L7NG/GZ6I5RHS/FD2L7NGGZ6I5RHS.SMALL.jpg Geni-us Everyone has seen this iconic landmark: http://rhodeygirltests.com/2010/03/31/philadelphia-pa-1/.  It's bold, fun, and catches attention.   So after a whole lot of snow was dumped in my hometown, I decided to make my own statement!  Snowmen are too mainstream, igloos blend into the landscape too mu...
By: Geni-us

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Mar 2012 14:29:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-68-Lighted-Statue-of-Liberty-Made-of-Sn/
Build a 6'8" Lighted Statue of Liberty Made of Snow - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUE/91RU/GZCITUPA/FUE91RUGZCITUPA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUE/91RU/GZCITUPA/FUE91RUGZCITUPA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUE/91RU/GZCITUPA/FUE91RUGZCITUPA.SMALL.jpg mcmuffin95 Ever wanted to make a snow sculpture, but thought it would be too hard? Well with this instructable; I will show you how to turn some snow, a strand of Christmas lights, and about three hours of work into a great looking Statue of Liberty. As I said, this took me about three hours to make alone. It...
By: mcmuffin95

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 3 Mar 2012 17:09:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Fun-Shaped-Snowmade-Ice-Packs/
Fun Shaped Snow Ice Packs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/UPS9/GZ0MMHAY/FJ3UPS9GZ0MMHAY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/UPS9/GZ0MMHAY/FJ3UPS9GZ0MMHAY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/UPS9/GZ0MMHAY/FJ3UPS9GZ0MMHAY.SMALL.jpg pablo6674 For bumps and bruises that are not major. Materials: Snow (the kind thats sort of hard and good for packing, or the snow that's there during springtime that's like ice. Cookie Cutters Plastic Bag (maybe 2 ) Freezer Paper Plate Small Scoop (or your hands) Shovel (for moving snow because your sm...
By: pablo6674

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 Feb 2012 17:05:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Titanium-Snow-Saw/
Titanium Snow Saw - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY0/6SD4/GZ38JCIT/FY06SD4GZ38JCIT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY0/6SD4/GZ38JCIT/FY06SD4GZ38JCIT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY0/6SD4/GZ38JCIT/FY06SD4GZ38JCIT.SMALL.jpg nierk Here is a complete set of instructions on manufacturing a snow saw out of titanium. Before we start building anything, we need to start out with a list of tools and supplies used to complete this project. A water-jet or other CNC is required for cutting titanium. For this, I used a local waterjet se...
By: nierk

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 26 Feb 2012 21:08:43 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/gentlemans-ski-poles/
gentleman's ski poles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCX/AQMZ/GYVDI2AM/FCXAQMZGYVDI2AM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCX/AQMZ/GYVDI2AM/FCXAQMZGYVDI2AM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCX/AQMZ/GYVDI2AM/FCXAQMZGYVDI2AM.SMALL.jpg mikeasaurus Skiing can be a thirsty sport. Your extra large ski jacket may have many pockets to carry some quintessential quenching quaff, but it's already full with goggles, sunglasses, handwarmers, cell phone, MP3 player, headphones, and that amusingly-shaped stick you found when you went off-trail, so there’...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:17:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-DIY-Skoot-n-Ski/
Easy DIY Skoot 'n' Ski! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLE/7YCQ/GYQFMSX5/FLE7YCQGYQFMSX5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLE/7YCQ/GYQFMSX5/FLE7YCQGYQFMSX5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLE/7YCQ/GYQFMSX5/FLE7YCQGYQFMSX5.SMALL.jpg Emsaid I've always wanted a scooter with skis attached so I made one a couple of years ago but it broke soon after because of the poor design. So after another failed design I finally made one that works well and has not broken yet, I call it the Skoot 'n' Ski! This mod  allows you to scooter in the snow w...
By: Emsaid

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Feb 2012 15:23:30 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Massive-Snow-fort-3-Floors/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7V/65G3/GYQERZ9C/F7V65G3GYQERZ9C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7V/65G3/GYQERZ9C/F7V65G3GYQERZ9C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7V/65G3/GYQERZ9C/F7V65G3GYQERZ9C.SMALL.jpg When in doubt, duct tape! This Snow Fort was built this year in Romania. It was built by 2 guys (Me and another guy) We built this in our free periods at school. It took us 18 days of working 2-3 hours a day 5 days a week.  We had abnormal amounts of snow in romania as well as surprisingly low temperatures (-15ªC) We did no...
By: When in doubt, duct tape!

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 Feb 2012 12:28:27 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-Cooper-Snow/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA5/VJG5/GYR35NRR/FA5VJG5GYR35NRR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA5/VJG5/GYR35NRR/FA5VJG5GYR35NRR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA5/VJG5/GYR35NRR/FA5VJG5GYR35NRR.SMALL.jpg keano_O I aimed big, a full size mini cooper. This being a floor area of roughly 10ft x 5ft (owning a real one makes this easier to check ^_^ ). However, I soon realised this was a bit too far, so I compromised on a roughly 3/4 sized mini. With only about 10cm of snowfall I needed to transport snow from el...
By: keano_O

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 Feb 2012 12:55:01 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Snow-Play/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWU/OEP4/GJ285P4B/FWUOEP4GJ285P4B.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWU/OEP4/GJ285P4B/FWUOEP4GJ285P4B.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWU/OEP4/GJ285P4B/FWUOEP4GJ285P4B.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Don't let the weather keep you indoors - get out and play!  Snow Play is a look-book of fun projects to inspire you to channel your inner Rodin and sculpt something amazing!  All of these projects are executed by snow-building pros, and some even have step-by-step instructions so you can recreate th...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 18 Jan 2011 17:14:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/SnowMade-Icecream/
SnowMade Icecream! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX6/1A63/GYKBHXXZ/FX61A63GYKBHXXZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX6/1A63/GYKBHXXZ/FX61A63GYKBHXXZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX6/1A63/GYKBHXXZ/FX61A63GYKBHXXZ.SMALL.jpg meeko This Instructable will teach you how to make your own ice cream from common ingredients and items. You can make many flavors and it is a fun,quick activity with family and friends. Supplies All you need is... Milk or Half and Half Sugar Salt Snow Vanilla Extract(or choc. syrup, strawberry syrup,e...
By: meeko

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 Feb 2012 14:21:24 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Crystallized-Snowflakes-5-inches-long/
Crystallized Snowflakes (5 inches long) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2V/IM9U/GYKTLOQR/F2VIM9UGYKTLOQR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2V/IM9U/GYKTLOQR/F2VIM9UGYKTLOQR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2V/IM9U/GYKTLOQR/F2VIM9UGYKTLOQR.SMALL.jpg rocketman7 In this guide, I will be teaching you how to create a snow flake using borax and food coloring! Mine was blue, but you can create any color you want! This is a simple craft and you can hang this ornament outside your home so others can all dream about getting one. Materials: (Most are in your home)...
By: rocketman7

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 Feb 2012 22:40:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Winterize-your-shoes-DIY-CRAMPONS/
Winterize your shoes - DIY CRAMPONS. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU8/JIQN/GYGF8KJ2/FU8JIQNGYGF8KJ2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU8/JIQN/GYGF8KJ2/FU8JIQNGYGF8KJ2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU8/JIQN/GYGF8KJ2/FU8JIQNGYGF8KJ2.SMALL.jpg Frankyfly After a recent snow storm, it was icy and slippery all over the roads and pathways. I came up with this simple idea to make some crampons.  This is a cheep and easy to make project to be used whenever you need. Materials and tools. I used - Aluminum bars. -Rivets. -Velcro bands. Some tools are...
By: Frankyfly

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 Feb 2012 12:40:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Kicksled-attachment-for-downhill-skis/
Kicksled attachment for downhill skis - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5N/F2TG/GYLZX07A/F5NF2TGGYLZX07A.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5N/F2TG/GYLZX07A/F5NF2TGGYLZX07A.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5N/F2TG/GYLZX07A/F5NF2TGGYLZX07A.SMALL.jpg Toxictom This instructable shows you how to simply turn your downhill skis into a kicksled.  The kicksled attachment snaps into the ski bindings just like ski boots.  I was inspired by my Quick dog sled instructable and the butt board instructable.  I have entered this in the Snow Contest so please give me a...
By: Toxictom

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 Feb 2012 22:39:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Magnificent-Marshmallow-Palisade/
Magnificent Marshmallow Palisade - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL9/XVQ0/GXUZF2SB/FL9XVQ0GXUZF2SB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL9/XVQ0/GXUZF2SB/FL9XVQ0GXUZF2SB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL9/XVQ0/GXUZF2SB/FL9XVQ0GXUZF2SB.SMALL.jpg funtogether Supplies:  .  Ice cream bucket/round container (for making the giant marshmallow shapes) .  Snow shovel (for mounding snow together to make scooping into the bucket easier) .  Water spray bottle (for spraying the walls) .  Large bucket of water, probably best kept in the garage (for refilling the s...
By: funtogether

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 Feb 2012 12:17:27 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-make-a-fast-sled-out-of-household-items/
how to make a fast sled out of household items - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAT/KJTO/GXYIDRK7/FATKJTOGXYIDRK7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAT/KJTO/GXYIDRK7/FATKJTOGXYIDRK7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAT/KJTO/GXYIDRK7/FATKJTOGXYIDRK7.SMALL.jpg kbbb1155 this instructable is about how to make a fast sled with simple items and in only 10 steps. this is great if you broke yours and all stores are out. I made this after my sleds couldn't handle my ramp after about 100 times and broke. materials materials needed 1 black garbage bag 1 thick box duct t...
By: kbbb1155

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17:45:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-SnowBed/
Build a SnowBed - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN5/1SAB/GXO0U7KZ/FN51SABGXO0U7KZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN5/1SAB/GXO0U7KZ/FN51SABGXO0U7KZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN5/1SAB/GXO0U7KZ/FN51SABGXO0U7KZ.SMALL.jpg Capesquan I had the idea to build a chair out of snow, but then decided that a bed would be much better. This bed would utilize a real pillow, sheets, covers, and thermal blankets.  This bed is formed from snow, a snow shovel, a wheelbarrow, a disc sled, a PVC pipe, a coal shovel, a bulb planter, a small pot...
By: Capesquan

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:21:33 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Snowboard-wall-rack/
Snowboard wall rack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/K5P4/GXMS68Y2/FCNK5P4GXMS68Y2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/K5P4/GXMS68Y2/FCNK5P4GXMS68Y2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/K5P4/GXMS68Y2/FCNK5P4GXMS68Y2.SMALL.jpg GibParadox With the amount of free room in our basement steadily decreasing, I thought the space taken by our snowboards could be used for something else. But what to do with the boards? Looking at the few pieces of wood I had laying around (also taking space), the possibility of building a board rack that I ...
By: GibParadox

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 04:26:18 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Inexpensive-Skiing-Snowboarding-Gloves/
Inexpensive Skiing / Snowboarding Gloves - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDB/S41Z/GXDW9WBB/FDBS41ZGXDW9WBB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDB/S41Z/GXDW9WBB/FDBS41ZGXDW9WBB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDB/S41Z/GXDW9WBB/FDBS41ZGXDW9WBB.SMALL.jpg thirtytwoutside It's a widely known fact that snow sports are expensive; with all the gear and equipment, gas to get to the mountain, lift tickets, day lodge food, post-skiing beers... it all adds up very quickly.  Why pay more than you have to? In addition to my job here at Instructables, I'm also a ski patroller...
By: thirtytwoutside

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:04:24 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Ski-Vice/
DIY Ski Vise - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F62/O8HU/GWF5U8YY/F62O8HUGWF5U8YY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F62/O8HU/GWF5U8YY/F62O8HUGWF5U8YY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F62/O8HU/GWF5U8YY/F62O8HUGWF5U8YY.SMALL.jpg jpitz31 Over the Christmas break the wife and I went up to Mammoth Lakes Ski resort for some local skiing. For the last several years I have been, on and off, performing ski tune-ups, waxing and cleaning up the ski edges.  I had purchased some basic equipment, files, wax, hone stones, wax scraper etc.  But ...
By: jpitz31

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 30 Dec 2011 14:38:59 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Convertible-Oak-Child-Sled-Simple-Design-Basic/
Convertible Oak Child Sled - Simple Design / Basic Tools - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVT/KGSE/GXDWP2LU/FVTKGSEGXDWP2LU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVT/KGSE/GXDWP2LU/FVTKGSEGXDWP2LU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVT/KGSE/GXDWP2LU/FVTKGSEGXDWP2LU.SMALL.jpg vanweb I was looking for a Christmas present for my 16 month old god daughter. Initially I thought of buying a vintage sled or toboggan and refinishing it to look brand new but the ones available were “décor” pieces that had seen better days and were priced above my limit. I then looked at the new sleds av...
By: vanweb

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 31 Dec 2011 11:41:11 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Improvised-Sledding-Shoes/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F32/O0KU/GWKKMMTE/F32O0KUGWKKMMTE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F32/O0KU/GWKKMMTE/F32O0KUGWKKMMTE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F32/O0KU/GWKKMMTE/F32O0KUGWKKMMTE.SMALL.jpg Mrballeng I don’t go snow sledding all that often. But when I do, the last thing I want is cold wet feet. Instead of putting down the money for a pair of snow boots, I improvised with a $7 can of rubberized undercoating and an old pair of boots. After the day was over the coating had come off where the leathe...
By: Mrballeng

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Dec 2011 00:21:51 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Ski-Ramp-Giant-Snow-Ramp-v2/
Ski Ramp (Giant Snow Ramp v.2) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Y/CSSW/GWAU6MDC/F1YCSSWGWAU6MDC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Y/CSSW/GWAU6MDC/F1YCSSWGWAU6MDC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Y/CSSW/GWAU6MDC/F1YCSSWGWAU6MDC.SMALL.jpg Evan2010 This is the Giant Snow Ramp version 2. Since last year where I live we got record snowfalls so we had tons of snow to work with and was able to build up a ramp purely out of snow (link here). So this year I'm not expecting to have that much snow so to continue to ski off my roof I decided that I wou...
By: Evan2010

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 13:51:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Home-Snowmaker-Snowgun-internal-mix/
Home Snowmaker / Snowgun - internal mix - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7M/B4CP/GW3X7O8J/F7MB4CPGW3X7O8J.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7M/B4CP/GW3X7O8J/F7MB4CPGW3X7O8J.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7M/B4CP/GW3X7O8J/F7MB4CPGW3X7O8J.SMALL.jpg MakeSnow Hey everyone, this is my second instructable I think the big thing I learned from the last one is: THIS IS A STEP BY STEP  PROJECT, PLEASE READ ALL THE STEPS BEFORE YOU COMMENT! If you do that I'm sure we'll get along famously.  This is an internal mix snowgun, meaning that the air and water mix ...
By: MakeSnow

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 13 Dec 2011 10:54:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Stay-Warm-With-an-Alcohol-Stove/
Stay Warm With an Alcohol Stove! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1S/CJ8F/GVZP1MGH/F1SCJ8FGVZP1MGH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1S/CJ8F/GVZP1MGH/F1SCJ8FGVZP1MGH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1S/CJ8F/GVZP1MGH/F1SCJ8FGVZP1MGH.SMALL.jpg popewill One of the coldest things on your body during the winter is no doubt, your hands. So what do you do? You go inside and drink some hot chocolate by the fireplace! But, what of there is no fireplace, you're out camping or maybe just too lazy to go inside? For that reason, it is my greatest pleasure to...
By: popewill

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 10 Dec 2011 18:53:24 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-create-an-integrated-headphone-system-int/
How to create an helmet integrated audio system from a normal pair of headphones - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F51/TTT0/GVIYJKL7/F51TTT0GVIYJKL7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F51/TTT0/GVIYJKL7/F51TTT0GVIYJKL7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F51/TTT0/GVIYJKL7/F51TTT0GVIYJKL7.SMALL.jpg Alessio.E.93 Heya! Do you ever wondered to listen your favourite music while shredding the pow or owning the snowpark? Well, now you can! without spending $$ on expensive aftermarket audio systems. All you need is -a Snowboard helmet (the best are the ones that are already suitable with integrated audio systems...
By: Alessio.E.93

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 28 Nov 2011 11:48:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/External-Mix-Snowgun/
External Mix Snowmaker (aka snowgun) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9A/DP4Z/GOOP5FXX/F9ADP4ZGOOP5FXX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9A/DP4Z/GOOP5FXX/F9ADP4ZGOOP5FXX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9A/DP4Z/GOOP5FXX/F9ADP4ZGOOP5FXX.SMALL.jpg MakeSnow A word of warning, this is my first Instructable, but hopefully not my last.  Snowmaking is a fun activity that can involve the whole family.  Using a small household pressure washer and a household air compressor (that produces at least 5CFM@60psi) you can make snow.  The other parts required are l...
By: MakeSnow

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 Jun 2011 15:54:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-Toboggan/
Building a Toboggan - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTQ/RLC7/GTMP7TLZ/FTQRLC7GTMP7TLZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTQ/RLC7/GTMP7TLZ/FTQRLC7GTMP7TLZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTQ/RLC7/GTMP7TLZ/FTQRLC7GTMP7TLZ.SMALL.jpg Koubiac I am currently building a bent wood toboggan. I will take you through the steps to successfully make an toboggan out of ash. Cutting the slats After selecting straight grained 8/4 Ash, I crosscut the piece to 72" long (Longer if you want a longer toboggan. Then, using a thin kerf blade on the t...
By: Koubiac

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 18 Oct 2011 20:56:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-wax-your-alpine-skis/
How to wax your alpine skis - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEI/M9G9/GT2P2P0G/FEIM9G9GT2P2P0G.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEI/M9G9/GT2P2P0G/FEIM9G9GT2P2P0G.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEI/M9G9/GT2P2P0G/FEIM9G9GT2P2P0G.SMALL.jpg nichols6 The following will instruct you how to wax your alpine skis. Needed Materials: Rag Ski wax Iron Heavy duty rubber band Needed Conditions: Workbench or table Power outlet       Choose your wax. Ski wax color indicates the snow condition in which it is designed to be used. Generally warmer col...
By: nichols6

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 27 Sep 2011 11:14:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Lightweight-Headlamp-from-Cheap-Readily-Available/
Lightweight Headlamp from Cheap, Readily Available Parts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY6/5R6Q/GR0E747H/FY65R6QGR0E747H.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY6/5R6Q/GR0E747H/FY65R6QGR0E747H.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY6/5R6Q/GR0E747H/FY65R6QGR0E747H.SMALL.jpg josefski Night skiing is really popular where I live, and while the ski resorts are adequately lit on piste at night, they are, obviously, not lit in the trees. Well, just because I can't manage to get to the resort during the day doesn't mean I shouldn't be able to enjoy a little tree skiing. Most commerc...
By: josefski

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 6 Aug 2011 15:03:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Snosasaurus-A-Snow-Sculpture/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5M/YJIR/GJQEJPTB/F5MYJIRGJQEJPTB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5M/YJIR/GJQEJPTB/F5MYJIRGJQEJPTB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5M/YJIR/GJQEJPTB/F5MYJIRGJQEJPTB.SMALL.jpg nimoz We had a mound of snow in our front yard from several blizzards and so I dug out and built a Mosasaurus (a prehistoric sea creature) for my all-things-dinosaur obsessed son.
By: nimoz

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 Feb 2011 09:20:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-snow-couch/
Build a snow couch, or "snofa" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDM/2GS0/GJQEE3V0/FDM2GS0GJQEE3V0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDM/2GS0/GJQEE3V0/FDM2GS0GJQEE3V0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDM/2GS0/GJQEE3V0/FDM2GS0GJQEE3V0.SMALL.jpg Z.Backas I started this project after I saw the instructable about a Snow Hand, but didn't think i had the artistic ability to complete it. A friend of mine had mentioned that she wanted to build snow furniture when we learned about the impending snow blizzard in the midwest, and the snow-day resulting from ...
By: Z.Backas

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 Feb 2011 18:50:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Polar-Cola-Bear/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAX/Q079/GJQEDCSL/FAXQ079GJQEDCSL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAX/Q079/GJQEDCSL/FAXQ079GJQEDCSL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAX/Q079/GJQEDCSL/FAXQ079GJQEDCSL.SMALL.jpg mekoolu clean snow right off the plant is a perfect blank medium. but muddy dirty snow?! what do you do!  why, make a bottle icy coke of course this polar bear sits right across the snow elephant
By: mekoolu

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 Feb 2011 13:49:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-an-igloo-on-a-snowy-day/
How to make a backyard igloo with powdery snow - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNH/VVLT/GJHVGZDE/FNHVVLTGJHVGZDE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNH/VVLT/GJHVGZDE/FNHVVLTGJHVGZDE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNH/VVLT/GJHVGZDE/FNHVVLTGJHVGZDE.SMALL.jpg rainbuilder If you have a lot of time on your hands, or if you just want an igloo to sit in, then this is an instructable for you. This works with a relatively small amount of powdery snow, and the igloo is strong enough to support a 115 pound kid standing on it. I buiilt his in Texas, so you guys down south co...
By: rainbuilder

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 2 Feb 2011 18:07:51 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-snow-boots-without-the-snow-boots/
How to make snow boots (without the snow boots) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCE/BHEE/G3E2BVAK/FCEBHEEG3E2BVAK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCE/BHEE/G3E2BVAK/FCEBHEEG3E2BVAK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCE/BHEE/G3E2BVAK/FCEBHEEG3E2BVAK.SMALL.jpg flairness  It's December 19, 2009 in Washington DC, and we have 16 inches of snow on the ground, with another 12 inches to come in the next 12 or so hours.  Everyone's staying home, but after being couped up in the house and taking pictures from the bedroom window, I wanted a better view of the winter wonder...
By: flairness

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 Dec 2009 09:16:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-wax-a-toboggan/
How to wax a toboggan - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWN/GWMA/GJ7MH3C9/FWNGWMAGJ7MH3C9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWN/GWMA/GJ7MH3C9/FWNGWMAGJ7MH3C9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWN/GWMA/GJ7MH3C9/FWNGWMAGJ7MH3C9.SMALL.jpg friger Turn your wooden toboggan into a real rocket sled by simply getting a good coat of wax on it.   You will need some paste wax and a couple of cotton rags, as well as a bit of elbow grease. get things together Start by getting your toboggan warm. and gather your supplies. Wax on Just like the ka...
By: friger

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 24 Jan 2011 12:08:35 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/STAR-WARS-IN-THE-SNOW/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH8/ZE2D/GINP9R4T/FH8ZE2DGINP9R4T.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH8/ZE2D/GINP9R4T/FH8ZE2DGINP9R4T.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH8/ZE2D/GINP9R4T/FH8ZE2DGINP9R4T.SMALL.jpg mcanderson76 I LOVE building with snow! It is one of the most forgiving media I know and when it's just right you can build almost anything. On the other hand it can also be very tricky, If it's too cold nothing packs (as with the Dewback/Stormtrooper combo we were forced to create packable snow by adding the pu...
By: mcanderson76

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 9 Jan 2011 21:42:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Giant-Snow-Ramp/
Giant Snow Ramp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5F/XHHD/GINP190M/F5FXHHDGINP190M.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5F/XHHD/GINP190M/F5FXHHDGINP190M.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5F/XHHD/GINP190M/F5FXHHDGINP190M.SMALL.jpg Evan2010 Do you live in a state with lots of snow and really cold weather but you have no where to ski? (like Minnesota) Or you just don't feel like spending 20+ bucks to go ski somewhere and you just want to stay home. Then this instructable is for you on how to make a ski resort in your own backyard! Comin...
By: Evan2010

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 8 Jan 2011 20:40:45 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/THE-ICE-DRAGON/
THE ICE DRAGON: - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH2/IT95/GINP18CB/FH2IT95GINP18CB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH2/IT95/GINP18CB/FH2IT95GINP18CB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH2/IT95/GINP18CB/FH2IT95GINP18CB.SMALL.jpg cdawisconsin I live in the land of SNOW.  It's January and we have no SNOW!  Global Weirding is on display in WISCO. Can't take the kids iceskating, sledding, or snowboarding.  Nobody is riding snowmobiles or hitting the slopes.  Not a single snowman standing watch over the neighborhood. What to do, What to do...
By: cdawisconsin

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 8 Jan 2011 15:15:35 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Calvin-and-Hobbes-Snowman/
How to make a Calvin and Hobbes Snowman - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTN/LR4S/GI0TMCAC/FTNLR4SGI0TMCAC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTN/LR4S/GI0TMCAC/FTNLR4SGI0TMCAC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTN/LR4S/GI0TMCAC/FTNLR4SGI0TMCAC.SMALL.jpg splazem The best snow sculptures were not created in the snow outside, but inside with paper and a pen by Bill Watterson. Some of his best strips were his snowman ones, and so after reading Calvin and Hobbes for so long; I decided to actually make one of the snowmen that Calvin made. You will enjoy making a...
By: splazem

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 9 Jan 2011 19:29:11 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Snow-Hand/
Snow Hand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBK/HSRC/GICYB4K1/FBKHSRCGICYB4K1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBK/HSRC/GICYB4K1/FBKHSRCGICYB4K1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBK/HSRC/GICYB4K1/FBKHSRCGICYB4K1.SMALL.jpg PenfoldPlant Built in London during a rare bout of heavy snow, this snow sculpture was a one-man effort that took roughly six hours to complete. It was built entirely out of snow, without any internal supports. No tools were used except for a small chair a passerby lent me so that I could reach the fingernails ...
By: PenfoldPlant

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 2 Jan 2011 13:26:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/SpongeBob-SquarePants-Snow-Sculpture-in-Color/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEE/FNPQ/GI0TMI1W/FEEFNPQGI0TMI1W.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEE/FNPQ/GI0TMI1W/FEEFNPQGI0TMI1W.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEE/FNPQ/GI0TMI1W/FEEFNPQGI0TMI1W.SMALL.jpg one-lightbulb Sorry but I have no Pics of the building process itself.  The colors I used, are watercolors. I disolved the colors in water and put it into a spray bottle. That makes it very easy to paint. The reason I used watercolor is simple, if the snow melt all the colors will be gone. You can use spray cans...
By: one-lightbulb

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 2 Jan 2011 08:06:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Snow-Saw-part-2-Midlife-crisis-on-a-budget/
Snow Saw, part 2: Midlife crisis on a budget - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNY/D17L/GICYB1TP/FNYD17LGICYB1TP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNY/D17L/GICYB1TP/FNYD17LGICYB1TP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNY/D17L/GICYB1TP/FNYD17LGICYB1TP.SMALL.jpg iminthebathroom This is my first carving with the snow saw, it can be found here on instructables.  It took about an hour to cart away the excess snow that I had to dig away with the shovel, then out came the saw.  An hour later and the basic shape was complete.  Then on new years day I added the wheels and some de...
By: iminthebathroom

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 2 Jan 2011 00:22:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/insulated-duct-tape-winter-coat/
insulated duct tape winter coat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3J/A9OD/GGPF4U4K/F3JA9ODGGPF4U4K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3J/A9OD/GGPF4U4K/F3JA9ODGGPF4U4K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3J/A9OD/GGPF4U4K/F3JA9ODGGPF4U4K.SMALL.jpg ostomesto Wallets,hats, bags and backpacks, cases and skins. These are all things that you can make from duct tape. I love them all but I wanted to make something new, something barely anyone if anyone has done before. So i came up with an idea. A duct tape coat, a insulated winter coat to be precise. And a...
By: ostomesto

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Nov 2010 19:47:13 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Gorilla-TapeGorilla-Glue-Snowshoes-from-Scratch/
Duct Tape Snowshoes from Scratch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/CTDS/GE7L4LFV/F4CCTDSGE7L4LFV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/CTDS/GE7L4LFV/F4CCTDSGE7L4LFV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/CTDS/GE7L4LFV/F4CCTDSGE7L4LFV.SMALL.jpg rabidsquire2             I live in the mountains of Colorado, and often find myself having to wade through feet of snow just to get anywhere around town.  Unfortunately, I also do not have the necessary funds to buy a nice set of quality snowshoes that would help me traverse the snowy streets each winter, and am...
By: rabidsquire2

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