Instructables: exploring - technology - steampunk - popular http://www.instructables.com Sat, 25 May 2013 16:45:28 PDT BLOX v1.01 STEAM PUNK STORM GLASS http://www.instructables.com/id/STEAM-PUNK-STORM-GLASS/
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Wed, 10 Apr 2013 08:30:06 PDT
Steampunk Raku Howl's Moving Castle http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Raku-Howls-Moving-Castle/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQK/3669/GM4N19OV/FQK3669GM4N19OV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQK/3669/GM4N19OV/FQK3669GM4N19OV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQK/3669/GM4N19OV/FQK3669GM4N19OV.SMALL.jpg lizzomarek It's about time I posted some details about my epic ceramic project from the winter. The process was long, there were a few bumps in the road and a few scares but I finally finished my beloved castle and it's time to show it off!! I have had a love for ceramics and building whatever pops into my hea...
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Wed, 6 Apr 2011 16:13:34 PDT
steampunk helmet, mask, movie prop.... http://www.instructables.com/id/steampunk-helmet-mask-movie-prop/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6X/XRRR/HF23WO4J/F6XXRRRHF23WO4J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6X/XRRR/HF23WO4J/F6XXRRRHF23WO4J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6X/XRRR/HF23WO4J/F6XXRRRHF23WO4J.SMALL.jpg steampunker_de Here you can see the steps how I made this steampunk helmet. It's very simple and creativity are no limits set. 1. First I created a gypsum positive of my head. Plaster bandages wrapped around my head and then the mold was filled with gypsum. 2. On the gypsum-head the parts were fixed, I wanted ...
By: steampunker_de

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Fri, 5 Apr 2013 10:22:59 PDT
Mechanical hand http://www.instructables.com/id/Mechanical-hand-3/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR6/OKJP/GU6PZ8Q7/FR6OKJPGU6PZ8Q7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR6/OKJP/GU6PZ8Q7/FR6OKJPGU6PZ8Q7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR6/OKJP/GU6PZ8Q7/FR6OKJPGU6PZ8Q7.SMALL.jpg slsa It is a prototype. I have made in the beginning a hand on the computer in 3d, then already of a steel. In the manipulator there are not enough freedom degrees, but simple operations can be carried out. Depending on the application purposes it will be possible to finish a manipulator design. http:/...
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Fri, 8 Mar 2013 09:48:16 PST
The SteamPad - The Tablet Computer of a past Future http://www.instructables.com/id/The-SteamPad-The-Tablet-Computer-of-a-past-Futur/
The SteamPad - The Tablet Computer of a past Future - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXG/6FV0/HD4VGPSA/FXG6FV0HD4VGPSA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXG/6FV0/HD4VGPSA/FXG6FV0HD4VGPSA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXG/6FV0/HD4VGPSA/FXG6FV0HD4VGPSA.SMALL.jpg thechocolatist Welcome Steampunkers, dear friends and followers Finally I finishes it! It was a lot of work, but the finished Steampunk Tablet was worth the dirty hands! Let's have a look back to the beginning of this project. You all know the small simple plastic thing which people call the "iPad". It's a great...
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Sat, 23 Feb 2013 06:58:25 PST
Steampunk Lamp: The Eye of Ra http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Lamp-The-Eye-of-Ra/
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Wed, 13 Feb 2013 13:28:07 PST
Steampunk Mechanical Pencil http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Mechanical-Pencil-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/RQO5/GIWZLIMI/FRDRQO5GIWZLIMI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/RQO5/GIWZLIMI/FRDRQO5GIWZLIMI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/RQO5/GIWZLIMI/FRDRQO5GIWZLIMI.SMALL.jpg prosper58 I made this shortly after making my first steampunk project, my steampunk pen. I think it came out to look pretty well. I also made a steampunk finger stylus after making this. If you want to know the aging/darkening method i used on the aluminum tape, just go to my steampunk pen instructable.
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Sun, 16 Jan 2011 00:27:29 PST
Building a Steampunk NAS - System http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-Steampunk-NAS-System/
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By: Horatius.Steam

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Tue, 16 Aug 2011 13:39:39 PDT
The secret server http://www.instructables.com/id/The-secret-server/
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By: Horatius.Steam

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Wed, 6 Feb 2013 09:46:21 PST
Steampunk Nerf Guns http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Nerf-Guns/ http://cdn.instructables.com/FEB/NH9C/GMX1RERR/FEBNH9CGMX1RERR.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FEB/NH9C/GMX1RERR/FEBNH9CGMX1RERR.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FEB/NH9C/GMX1RERR/FEBNH9CGMX1RERR.SMALL.jpg HighWing There are more than enough instructions out there on how to mod and paint Nerf guns for Steampunk. Instead here are some pictures of my guns to give you your own ideas. Both guns are functional and still shoot Nerf darts. After all, a functioning costume gun is always better! Gun 1 is the original ...
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Mon, 2 May 2011 22:33:45 PDT
Steampunk Picaxe protected Sketchbook http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Picaxe-protected-Sketchbook/
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By: Admiral Aaron Ravensdale

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Mon, 14 Jan 2013 04:52:58 PST
Brass Steampunk Pouch How-To http://www.instructables.com/id/Brass-steampunk-pouch-How-to/
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Sun, 13 Jan 2013 02:56:00 PST
Steampunk solar night light http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-solar-night-light/
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By: Winged Fist

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Mon, 7 Jan 2013 17:52:08 PST
How to build a Metal Arm http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-a-metal-arm/
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Sun, 6 Jan 2013 13:21:29 PST
The Steam Radio http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Steam-Radio/
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Fri, 4 Jan 2013 01:35:43 PST
Working Night-vision Periscope. (Steampunked) http://www.instructables.com/id/Working-Night-vision-Periscope-Steampunked/
Working Night-vision Periscope. (Steampunked) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIS/ABUA/HAUNN0H7/FISABUAHAUNN0H7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIS/ABUA/HAUNN0H7/FISABUAHAUNN0H7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIS/ABUA/HAUNN0H7/FISABUAHAUNN0H7.SMALL.jpg longwinters This is a project I made while on Holiday for Christmas, it took about 20 hours and was cheep if you can find the supplies at a second hand store. It is fully functional and works with infra-red quite well, the iris lens cover was a left over from a pair of goggles that were never finished their con...
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Thu, 27 Dec 2012 13:40:21 PST
The Steampunk Data Burner http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Steampunk-Data-Burner/
The Steampunk Data Burner - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPA/T418/HAQ2TDPC/FPAT418HAQ2TDPC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPA/T418/HAQ2TDPC/FPAT418HAQ2TDPC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPA/T418/HAQ2TDPC/FPAT418HAQ2TDPC.SMALL.jpg thechocolatist Dear friends, hello Steampunkers This time I show you how to upcycle a small USB memory stick to a huge Steampunk Artifact. May you will say  why he is doing something like that? The USB stick was such a handy thing... yesss, it's handy, but is it eyecatching? After the upcycling it will be eyecatc...
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Sun, 16 Dec 2012 05:09:26 PST
Steampunk Lamp Globe http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Lamp-Globe/
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By: Winged Fist

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Tue, 11 Dec 2012 19:56:29 PST
Produce a Rich Rust Patina on Iron and Steel, Safely and Quickly, Using Common Household Chemicals http://www.instructables.com/id/Produce-a-Rich-Rust-Patina-on-Iron-and-Steel-Safe/
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Fri, 17 Jul 2009 15:08:49 PDT
The Steampunked torch of progress http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Steampunked-torch-of-progress/
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Wed, 28 Nov 2012 04:05:17 PST
Steampunked time traveling machine http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunked-time-traveling-machine/
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Wed, 7 Nov 2012 05:40:40 PST
The Dalek, a steampunk desk lamp for the mad doctor http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Dalek-a-steampunk-desk-lamp-for-the-mad-docto/
The Dalek, a steampunk desk lamp for the mad doctor - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS8/1HI9/H8TTO1Y5/FS81HI9H8TTO1Y5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS8/1HI9/H8TTO1Y5/FS81HI9H8TTO1Y5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS8/1HI9/H8TTO1Y5/FS81HI9H8TTO1Y5.SMALL.jpg Horatius.Steam A couple of weeks ago, I found four vintage bulbs and the idea was to build a special lamp. As I finished my work my daughter said to me, Hey dad this looks like a Dalek from Dr. Who.  :-) Materials Waht do you need? A wooden case, like this on the picture. (I obtained it from a tools store) A vi...
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Mon, 29 Oct 2012 15:45:41 PDT
Make a steampunk pumpkin. A SteamPunkin. http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-steampunk-pumpkin-A-SteamPunkin/
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Sat, 20 Oct 2012 18:05:36 PDT
Steampunk gas mask http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-gas-mask-3/
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Thu, 11 Oct 2012 17:55:54 PDT
Steampunk Flashlight http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Flashlight/
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Wed, 26 Sep 2012 08:59:18 PDT
Radiometer Demostration Lamp http://www.instructables.com/id/Radiometer-Demostration-Lamp/
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Sun, 23 Sep 2012 10:39:05 PDT
Steampunk Violin Beetle http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Violin-Beetle/
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Fri, 14 Sep 2012 14:33:19 PDT
Vintage Toothbrush Timer http://www.instructables.com/id/Toothbrush-Timer/
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Mon, 13 Aug 2012 22:24:12 PDT
The amazing steampunked "Ticker Machine" http://www.instructables.com/id/The-amazing-steampunked-Ticker-Machine/
The amazing steampunked "Ticker Machine" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYJ/FQ7J/H51ASH1R/FYJFQ7JH51ASH1R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYJ/FQ7J/H51ASH1R/FYJFQ7JH51ASH1R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYJ/FQ7J/H51ASH1R/FYJFQ7JH51ASH1R.SMALL.jpg Horatius.Steam Hi everybody! A couple of month ago I build Dr. Brain . Dr. Brain is able to listen, to see and to talk. But he is not bale to write. So I build the amazing "Ticker Machine" for Dr. Brain and other calculating devices with a seriell interface. It is easy to build the parts are easy to get. Parts...
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Wed, 1 Aug 2012 00:52:57 PDT
How to Use The DaVinci Code Cryptex (Steampunk USB Drive Hardware Encryption): a Fun Improvement to Your USB Dead Drop (or Geocache) http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Use-The-DaVinci-Code-Cryptex-a-Fun-Improve/
How to Use The DaVinci Code Cryptex (Steampunk USB Drive Hardware Encryption): a Fun Improvement to Your USB Dead Drop (or Geocache) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9O/QIJL/H58PJY9M/F9OQIJLH58PJY9M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9O/QIJL/H58PJY9M/F9OQIJLH58PJY9M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9O/QIJL/H58PJY9M/F9OQIJLH58PJY9M.SMALL.jpg KRA5H In this instructable I will show you how to use a DaVinci Code cryptex. It can be used as a ready-made beautiful Steampunk-like hardware encryption for your USB drive and/or a fun container to impove your USB Dead Drop ("anonymous, offline, peer-to-peer file sharing network in public space using a U...
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Mon, 30 Jul 2012 15:20:11 PDT
Steampunk Prosthetic Hand for a Wounded Warrior Pt. 1 [Now More Pics] http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Prosthetic-Hand-for-a-Wounded-Warrior-P/
Steampunk Prosthetic Hand for a Wounded Warrior Pt. 1 [Now More Pics] - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAK/6YX3/H4AGIUSB/FAK6YX3H4AGIUSB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAK/6YX3/H4AGIUSB/FAK6YX3H4AGIUSB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAK/6YX3/H4AGIUSB/FAK6YX3H4AGIUSB.SMALL.jpg ArtificerMade *** Disclaimer: The following has been edited to preserve the delicate flower sensibilities held by potential readers. Where the narrative seems disjointed please mentally insert your most depraved and disgusting epithet. It's not quite the same thing, but it's as close as you'll get. *** So I want...
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Fri, 13 Jul 2012 19:21:26 PDT
Steampunked nixie-tube cryptographer http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunked-nixie-tube-cryptographer/
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Mon, 2 Jul 2012 03:56:40 PDT
Making leather Modular Armor from Pieceables http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-leather-Modular-Armor-from-Pieceables/
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Fri, 29 Jun 2012 18:38:55 PDT
The Steampunkers Box of Memories http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Steampunkers-Box-of-Memories/
The Steampunkers Box of Memories - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG9/GO6K/H3QFLTUQ/FG9GO6KH3QFLTUQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG9/GO6K/H3QFLTUQ/FG9GO6KH3QFLTUQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG9/GO6K/H3QFLTUQ/FG9GO6KH3QFLTUQ.SMALL.jpg thechocolatist Dear Sreampunkers, dear Friends Do you have one of these ugly plastic electronic photo frames on your desk? If yes - did you think to give it a new look? To make it "Steampunky"? I would like to give you whit this instructable some inspirations how you coud convert such a TFT photo frame to a nice ...
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Mon, 25 Jun 2012 14:57:57 PDT
Steampunk Laptop http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Laptop/
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Fri, 25 May 2012 01:58:42 PDT
The Airship Pirate's Steampunk Jukebox http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Airship-Pirates-Steampunk-Jukebox/
The Airship Pirate's Steampunk Jukebox - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6A/JC1H/H1YONIRZ/F6AJC1HH1YONIRZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6A/JC1H/H1YONIRZ/F6AJC1HH1YONIRZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6A/JC1H/H1YONIRZ/F6AJC1HH1YONIRZ.SMALL.jpg thechocolatist Dear Friends, dear Steampunkers This "Instructable" is a special one. I hope it will give you some ideas how to build some special artwork and may you will build your own Steampunk MP3 Jukebox. Most of the parts I used you may don't find for your project, but the ideas behind will inspire you to do...
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Fri, 18 May 2012 10:39:21 PDT
How to make an Iris Diaphram watch http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-an-Iris-Diaphram-watch/
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Sat, 21 Apr 2012 15:33:28 PDT
Plasma Display Steampunk http://www.instructables.com/id/Plasma-Display-Steampunk/
Plasma Display Steampunk - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/MUXB/H15NCIP1/FKRMUXBH15NCIP1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/MUXB/H15NCIP1/FKRMUXBH15NCIP1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/MUXB/H15NCIP1/FKRMUXBH15NCIP1.SMALL.jpg longwinters This was a week-end project I created from a 6" black and white TV and a large neon bulb a friend sent me from overseas, the smaller bulbs I found at a second hand store, I wish I didn't have to say this, but this project uses VERY HIGH VOLTAGES, it uses the out put voltage of the TV's flyback I'm n...
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Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:25:51 PDT
Steampunk lavalamp http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-steampipe-lavalamp/
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Sun, 15 Apr 2012 13:22:20 PDT
Steampunk steampipe-lamp http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-steampipe-light/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/TGXB/GZMIUL0S/FSPTGXBGZMIUL0S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/TGXB/GZMIUL0S/FSPTGXBGZMIUL0S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/TGXB/GZMIUL0S/FSPTGXBGZMIUL0S.SMALL.jpg Evinfire Hi there, I've got an new project and, it's an steampipe (tube) light in steampunk style. It's made from a PVC drainage pipe wich i gave a bronze look and with MDF some rings attached. And glued some big nuts on it. For the light; a tubelight that you use for working under your car. And a long glas...
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Sun, 11 Mar 2012 15:52:35 PDT
Miss Betsy's Quintessential Steampunk Gadget http://www.instructables.com/id/Miss-Betsys-Quintessential-Steampunk-Gadget/
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Thu, 8 Mar 2012 09:14:14 PST
Steampunk USB Stick "Speichergeraet Nummer 1" http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-USB-Stick-Speichergeraet-Nummer-1/
Steampunk USB Stick "Speichergeraet Nummer 1" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNU/X0S1/GZHJVWN4/FNUX0S1GZHJVWN4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNU/X0S1/GZHJVWN4/FNUX0S1GZHJVWN4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNU/X0S1/GZHJVWN4/FNUX0S1GZHJVWN4.SMALL.jpg thechocolatist I send you greetings from Helvetia, a small country in Europe with the World's Best Chocolates. People call me "The Chocolatist" and I'm a creativ Steampunk. Visit me on www.thechocolatist.com. This time I present you a really simple "instructable" to create your own "Steampunk USB Stick". Again it...
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Wed, 7 Mar 2012 14:32:13 PST
Steampunked plasma-beam generator http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunked-plasma-beam-generator/
Steampunked plasma-beam generator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/5V83/GZI8KB7A/FAW5V83GZI8KB7A.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/5V83/GZI8KB7A/FAW5V83GZI8KB7A.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/5V83/GZI8KB7A/FAW5V83GZI8KB7A.SMALL.jpg Junophor Hi everybody  I just returned from my steam-powered-laboratory (Dampfkraftlabor, in german) to present you my latest invention: The Steampunked plasma-beam generator: To get an first impression please watch this short movie Notice: Don´t wreck your health and please obay the following advices...
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Thu, 8 Mar 2012 01:56:52 PST
Steampunk Goggles Iris with interchangable lenses http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Goggles-Iris-with-interchangable-lenses/
Steampunk Goggles Iris with interchangable lenses - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP8/X87K/GXB31B5J/FP8X87KGXB31B5J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP8/X87K/GXB31B5J/FP8X87KGXB31B5J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP8/X87K/GXB31B5J/FP8X87KGXB31B5J.SMALL.jpg longwinters I built these for the shop bot challenge if you like them please vote! From the start I would like to acknowledge Gogglerman for his exceptional work it was the basis for my desire to make these. The whole process took at least 4 weeks at about 6 hours a day, I will not attempt to show all the work,...
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Wed, 11 Jan 2012 22:29:12 PST
The incredible Steampunk Radio http://www.instructables.com/id/The-incredible-Steampunk-Radio/
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Sun, 8 Jan 2012 07:55:48 PST
Steampunk Goggles: Personal Vision Enhancers http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Goggles-Personal-Vision-Enhancers/
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Fri, 30 Dec 2011 14:51:06 PST
Goggle in Steampunk Style with use as 3D or sunglasses http://www.instructables.com/id/Goggle-in-Steampunk-Style-with-use-as-3D-or-sungla/
Goggle in Steampunk Style with use as 3D or sunglasses - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F94/H69D/GWPPXUCG/F94H69DGWPPXUCG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F94/H69D/GWPPXUCG/F94H69DGWPPXUCG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F94/H69D/GWPPXUCG/F94H69DGWPPXUCG.SMALL.jpg Infrasonic My first Instructable - please don´t be too hard. I´m a dreamer and I am filled with fantasy and ideas. Most ideas stay at mine for a long time and grow to anything else, sometimes they die and somtimes there´s a spark that makes an idea impossible to wait any more. As I found two TEACUP holders at ...
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Wed, 28 Dec 2011 10:06:30 PST
Steampunk Bonsai http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Bonsai/
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Wed, 16 Nov 2011 01:19:57 PST
Emergency light with steampunk technology http://www.instructables.com/id/Emergency-light-with-steampunk-technology/
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Sun, 13 Nov 2011 12:57:23 PST
guide to steampunk http://www.instructables.com/id/guide-to-steampunk/
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