http://www.instructables.com Sat, 2 Jun 2012 12:50:12 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Mason-Jar-Chandelier/
Mason Jar Chandelier - More DIY How To Projects]]> /files/deriv/FB2/Z7T2/H2WEPTLE/FB2Z7T2H2WEPTLE.SQUARE2.jpg /files/deriv/FB2/Z7T2/H2WEPTLE/FB2Z7T2H2WEPTLE.SQUARE.jpg /files/deriv/FB2/Z7T2/H2WEPTLE/FB2Z7T2H2WEPTLE.SMALL.jpg katlinbr After living for close to two years without enough live/work light I decided to make a lighting fixture. One that would meet my specific needs without costing an arm and a leg. I had long thought of putting light bulbs in the hundreds of peanut butter and applesauce jars that I had eaten my way thro...
By: katlinbr

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 1 Jun 2012 19:03:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Decorative-Light-Switch-Covers/
Decorative Light Switch Covers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F45/VH9S/H2MYK5A8/F45VH9SH2MYK5A8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F45/VH9S/H2MYK5A8/F45VH9SH2MYK5A8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F45/VH9S/H2MYK5A8/F45VH9SH2MYK5A8.SMALL.jpg smokesignalstudio Here's a step-by-step, easy guide to customizing your light switch covers and adding a little color around the house.  Around my house I zone out and stare at the walls, like, all the time and now, after putting some of these babies up, my eyes have something to focus on so my eyes don't get that...
By: smokesignalstudio

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 May 2012 19:12:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/1000-lumen-bike-light-from-7-flashlights/
1000 lumen+ bike light from $7 flashlights - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/DERW/H2CE72FJ/FCPDERWH2CE72FJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/DERW/H2CE72FJ/FCPDERWH2CE72FJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/DERW/H2CE72FJ/FCPDERWH2CE72FJ.SMALL.jpg gtoal I found a particular cheap Cree flashlight that lends itself well to being used as a bicycle headlamp if you gang 4 of them up together.  This is a really easy one to build. This light is rated around 280 to 300 "Chinese Lumens", i.e. it's probably in the 200 - 250 lumen range in reality, but that'...
By: gtoal

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 May 2012 13:15:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Light-Cube/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHX/LE0Y/H21CGMYX/FHXLE0YH21CGMYX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHX/LE0Y/H21CGMYX/FHXLE0YH21CGMYX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHX/LE0Y/H21CGMYX/FHXLE0YH21CGMYX.SMALL.jpg hilekar Extraordinary light cube is designed on the computer using the Rhinoceros  3D software and then laser cutting the pieces to assemble. A light source has been placed inside to create interesting shadows. The pieces in this project can connect to each other without using any glue (however using glue w...
By: hilekar

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 22 May 2012 11:35:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-light-strip-in-wood-housing/
LED light strip in wood housing - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUE/KAYR/H1YOI3Y7/FUEKAYRH1YOI3Y7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUE/KAYR/H1YOI3Y7/FUEKAYRH1YOI3Y7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUE/KAYR/H1YOI3Y7/FUEKAYRH1YOI3Y7.SMALL.jpg acosand I have a desk with a shelf above it, so I made a light strip I could put on the bottom of the shelf to light my desk area.  I had some LEDs sitting around, but no simple way to make a circuit board for them, so I make a wooden housing to hold the LEDs and make a simple lighting strip.  I made it at ...
By: acosand

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 12 May 2012 21:44:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Snowboard-Light-Fixture/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO9/NSJI/H1KHASEW/FO9NSJIH1KHASEW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO9/NSJI/H1KHASEW/FO9NSJIH1KHASEW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO9/NSJI/H1KHASEW/FO9NSJIH1KHASEW.SMALL.jpg laxcatcreations This snowboard light uses an old snowboard and a bathroom light fixture and is perfect for the garage or over a bar. Step-by-step instructions can be found at http://laxcatcreations.com/2012/04/21/snowboard-light-fixture/.
By: laxcatcreations

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 May 2012 13:16:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Painted-cable-cable-pintado/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/O6GM/H1YOHMYT/FS2O6GMH1YOHMYT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/O6GM/H1YOHMYT/FS2O6GMH1YOHMYT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/O6GM/H1YOHMYT/FS2O6GMH1YOHMYT.SMALL.jpg rimar2000 Publico esto porque seguramente puede servir a alguien a ahorrarse unos pesos con poco trabajo. A mí me dio buen resultado. En ocasión de tener que instalar la extensión eléctrica para mi nuevo taller, hice las averiguaciones del caso y me encontré con la siguiente complicación, nada inesperada por...
By: rimar2000

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 9 May 2012 18:38:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/fasd/
High Output T5 Shop/Aquarium/Plant Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/9PMM/H1YOHHV4/FDJ9PMMH1YOHHV4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/9PMM/H1YOHHV4/FDJ9PMMH1YOHHV4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/9PMM/H1YOHHV4/FDJ9PMMH1YOHHV4.SMALL.jpg thornsftw With summer here, I've been less and less satisfied with the output and shadowing that my workbench light casts. When I'm stuck in the basement working at the bench, it always pains me to see how nice it is outside. The only logical answer: Build an indoor sun. I looked at what modern lighting opti...
By: thornsftw

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 May 2012 23:58:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-12v-Metal-Halide-Driver-35W/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5J/6CGX/H1JUJEHJ/F5J6CGXH1JUJEHJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5J/6CGX/H1JUJEHJ/F5J6CGXH1JUJEHJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5J/6CGX/H1JUJEHJ/F5J6CGXH1JUJEHJ.SMALL.jpg jonathanmlang How to make a mh driver that will run on 12v
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 May 2012 03:44:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Book-Lamp-1/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUH/DP5M/H18FJVLH/FUHDP5MH18FJVLH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUH/DP5M/H18FJVLH/FUHDP5MH18FJVLH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUH/DP5M/H18FJVLH/FUHDP5MH18FJVLH.SMALL.jpg lpauld3 I made a lamp out of some old books. I used a lamp kit I bought at Lowe's along with a couple 6" nipples and some wood legs (with pre-installed screw). I just drilled a hole through the center of each book and in the bottom cover of the bottom book to attach the legs. I had to cut out some room in t...
By: lpauld3

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 20 Apr 2012 09:12:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Minimal-ceiling-light-fitting/
Bespoke minimal ceiling light fitting. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ5/LFOH/H174GP3P/FZ5LFOHH174GP3P.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ5/LFOH/H174GP3P/FZ5LFOHH174GP3P.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ5/LFOH/H174GP3P/FZ5LFOHH174GP3P.SMALL.jpg tobychan I like the minimal interior design style. I don't like how much it costs!  So I set about building a long sleek ceiling light, which started life as a piece of skirting board. I wanted it to have 4 halogen down lighters and also some cool blue LEDs integrated into it to make it look cool. I also wan...
By: tobychan

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 20 Apr 2012 03:46:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cardboard-Pendant-Lamp-The-Gourd/
Cardboard Pendant Lamp (The Gourd) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVU/ZNYR/H15NI9HV/FVUZNYRH15NI9HV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVU/ZNYR/H15NI9HV/FVUZNYRH15NI9HV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVU/ZNYR/H15NI9HV/FVUZNYRH15NI9HV.SMALL.jpg seankim First instructable! Hi guys :) This project was inspired by Graypant’s Scraplights. I saw them online and was impressed by their simple but beautiful forms, and their eco-friendliness. I liked the idea of using maligned materials and making them into elegant designs (Graypants gets a majority of th...
By: seankim

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:43:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Broken-SAD-light-Happy-work-light-with-added-Vi/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F16/F9MQ/H0Z1PJIS/F16F9MQH0Z1PJIS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F16/F9MQ/H0Z1PJIS/F16F9MQH0Z1PJIS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F16/F9MQ/H0Z1PJIS/F16F9MQH0Z1PJIS.SMALL.jpg Dr Qui A few months ago i bought a 10.000 lumen SAD light but after only a few uses it quit working, the guy on eBay i got it from was good enough to send me a replacement one although it is slightly different instead of a timer the new one has added sound effects to help you relax (they are the most unrel...
By: Dr Qui

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 13 Apr 2012 13:11:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Miss-Betsys-Coffee-Table-Lamp/
Miss Betsy's Coffee Table Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBT/B3QS/H0URBW4Q/FBTB3QSH0URBW4Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBT/B3QS/H0URBW4Q/FBTB3QSH0URBW4Q.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBT/B3QS/H0URBW4Q/FBTB3QSH0URBW4Q.SMALL.jpg MissBetsy Before I even knew instructables I built this lamp to mount over the coffee table in my basement. I think copper must have been a lot cheaper back then. ;p As this light fixture was glued and soldered together I didn't want to take it apart to make this instructable, but assembly is quite easy and s...
By: MissBetsy

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 6 Apr 2012 18:50:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Solar-Day-Lamp-which-lasts-for-15-years/
Simple Solar Day Lamp which lasts for 15 years - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSG/O5FH/H0OIUB7E/FSGO5FHH0OIUB7E.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSG/O5FH/H0OIUB7E/FSGO5FHH0OIUB7E.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSG/O5FH/H0OIUB7E/FSGO5FHH0OIUB7E.SMALL.jpg avd80 All buildings have areas which are in darkness during day time. In such locations we can use a solar day lamp. The lamp will turn ON when the sun rises and will turn OFF when the sun sets. There are no switches to be turned on or off. It will convert the previously dark area into perpetually bright ...
By: avd80

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 6 Apr 2012 04:23:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Back-Garden-Halloween-Horror-Maze/
Back Garden Halloween Horror Maze - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW0/VH1S/H0KL0NZR/FW0VH1SH0KL0NZR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW0/VH1S/H0KL0NZR/FW0VH1SH0KL0NZR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW0/VH1S/H0KL0NZR/FW0VH1SH0KL0NZR.SMALL.jpg C1hrisin123 Im going to show you how to make a Large but simple design horror maze (for halloween) Here are the plans Preparing Once I went round and gathered up loads of old fences and bits of wood I started Construction The first thing I did was cut a wood grid, to make spikes so it would be stuck into ...
By: C1hrisin123

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 3 Apr 2012 14:57:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Motion-activated-light-switch-flicker-fix-for-CFL/
Motion activated light switch flicker fix for CFL - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVD/7VAP/H05NKTK9/FVD7VAPH05NKTK9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVD/7VAP/H05NKTK9/FVD7VAPH05NKTK9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVD/7VAP/H05NKTK9/FVD7VAPH05NKTK9.SMALL.jpg turboboost17 If you've ever tried to add a motion activated light switch to a fixture with a CFL bulb you might have noticed that it flickers, unless you had the forethought to shell out 4 or 5 times as much for a dimmable  CFL.   Typically the issue isn't with the motion detector or the CFL, but with the photo...
By: turboboost17

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 25 Mar 2012 11:15:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Instant-Portable-Lighting-for-Craft-shows/
Easy Instant Portable Lighting for Craft shows - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEF/T6WV/H05Y7N71/FEFT6WVH05Y7N71.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEF/T6WV/H05Y7N71/FEFT6WVH05Y7N71.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEF/T6WV/H05Y7N71/FEFT6WVH05Y7N71.SMALL.jpg oddartist Here in Sacramento we have an art-walk event each month called Second Saturday. Unfortunately a couple of the larger venues for an artist to set up and sell their goods have gone by the wayside (***If anyone in Sac has room for a vendor I'd love to hear about it!!!***) but when I was vending at the ...
By: oddartist

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 25 Mar 2012 10:05:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Grow-High-Light-Plants-Indoors-Without-Hydroponics/
Grow High Light Plants Indoors Without Hydroponics - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMM/Z7YL/H026JEFN/FMMZ7YLH026JEFN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMM/Z7YL/H026JEFN/FMMZ7YLH026JEFN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMM/Z7YL/H026JEFN/FMMZ7YLH026JEFN.SMALL.jpg Tom Hargrave There is a lot of interest in growing high light plants indoors these days and I supposed it’s because as of March 2012, growing Medical Marijuana or Cannabis is legal in 16 states. And even here in Alabama where getting caught growing even one plant will land you in jail for three years, I can find...
By: Tom Hargrave

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:12:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/sell-transparent-LED-strip-display-with-ultra-slim/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC1/3Z4X/H01N7GIQ/FC13Z4XH01N7GIQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC1/3Z4X/H01N7GIQ/FC13Z4XH01N7GIQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC1/3Z4X/H01N7GIQ/FC13Z4XH01N7GIQ.SMALL.jpg Kallendan Transparent flexible LED display is composed of flexible rubber strips in which the high illumination SMD LED is embedded, the controller and power is connected in the aluminum box which is hung on the top of the screen, so that it can be rolled and folded freely like a paper, it is lightest LED dis...
By: Kallendan

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 21 Mar 2012 20:33:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/FREE-OIL-LAMPS-with-USED-COOKING-OIL-as-an-additiv/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/QTCW/GZSNYYRJ/FRCQTCWGZSNYYRJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/QTCW/GZSNYYRJ/FRCQTCWGZSNYYRJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/QTCW/GZSNYYRJ/FRCQTCWGZSNYYRJ.SMALL.jpg aworkofbart Preparing for the next time your power goes out?  Ice storms, 2012, nobody really seems to know what's going to happen, but if you need some oil lamps cheap, you can make them for free out of a glass container that has a metal lid.  You probably have been either throwing these containers away or rec...
By: aworkofbart

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 15 Mar 2012 12:27:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Bacon-Lamp/
How to Make a Bacon Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS1/TUJ4/GZQR1OLG/FS1TUJ4GZQR1OLG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS1/TUJ4/GZQR1OLG/FS1TUJ4GZQR1OLG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS1/TUJ4/GZQR1OLG/FS1TUJ4GZQR1OLG.SMALL.jpg wood is the word This is my first Instructable, so bear with me. This 'ible shows how to turn a few waste products-a tuna can and bacon grease-into a useful mini bacon lamp! Materials -Tuna Can (empty) -the lid (optional) -Cotton rope -scissors -a pen (or something similar) -bacon grease/fat Preparing the Bacon...
By: wood is the word

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 Mar 2012 22:40:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Autumn-Leaf-Lamp/
Autumn Leaf Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSI/9BLQ/GZQR1I85/FSI9BLQGZQR1I85.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSI/9BLQ/GZQR1I85/FSI9BLQGZQR1I85.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSI/9BLQ/GZQR1I85/FSI9BLQGZQR1I85.SMALL.jpg noahw This colorful hanging lamp is made from fallen autumn leaves and a section of salvaged tree trunk.  It's nearly free to make since almost all of the parts are provided by mother nature, and helps preserve the awesomeness of autumn all year long in your very own home.  Even if it's not autumn where y...
By: noahw

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 Mar 2012 16:03:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Change-a-light-fixture/
Change a light fixture. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIQ/NHL3/GZHJZKVZ/FIQNHL3GZHJZKVZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIQ/NHL3/GZHJZKVZ/FIQNHL3GZHJZKVZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIQ/NHL3/GZHJZKVZ/FIQNHL3GZHJZKVZ.SMALL.jpg Notherjack Are you tired of the boring light fixtures that came with your home? Do you need a fresh new look? Is there an area of your home that needs more or different light? No problems, just change the lights. Its really a very basic and easy task to accomplish and requires very few tools. You can do it yo...
By: Notherjack

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 8 Mar 2012 18:56:53 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-handheld-workshop-lamp/
Make a handheld workshop lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F02/9XDG/GZACJAF2/F029XDGGZACJAF2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F02/9XDG/GZACJAF2/F029XDGGZACJAF2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F02/9XDG/GZACJAF2/F029XDGGZACJAF2.SMALL.jpg I am in the shed! Using recycled materials and basic tools. I've also made these without handles as a heavy duty lampshade, and from smaller cans too, you can adapt this to your own needs. Materials... A Large tin can. (This is a catering size fruit tin). A length of 5 amp twin core electrical cable. A Lamp holder...
By: I am in the shed!

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Mar 2012 14:09:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Wood-Manikin-Figure-Lamp-with-iPad-A-DIY-tutoria/
Wood Manikin Figure Lamp with iPad - A DIY tutorial - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW8/I6T5/GZACIE3D/FW8I6T5GZACIE3D.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW8/I6T5/GZACIE3D/FW8I6T5GZACIE3D.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW8/I6T5/GZACIE3D/FW8I6T5GZACIE3D.SMALL.jpg whamodyne The internet is a wondrous place. The other day I was browsing Twitter for interesting lamp designs (don't we all do this?) and ran across the Colgao lamp from enPieza! studio in Madrid, Spain. While their lamp is a bit more morbid than my standard home decor concepts, I found their use of a chrome...
By: whamodyne

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 2 Mar 2012 10:39:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/hand-knitted-PLASTIC-GLASS-LAMP/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/IN9Z/GYVDJM15/FZQIN9ZGYVDJM15.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/IN9Z/GYVDJM15/FZQIN9ZGYVDJM15.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/IN9Z/GYVDJM15/FZQIN9ZGYVDJM15.SMALL.jpg arqchunk This is a lamp i build with plastic glas it´s based on a hand-knitted art that in my country it´s very strong; the lamp its not finish yet i hope to upload more pics when it´s done. Hope you like it and i would really like to hear your comments thanks
By: arqchunk

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Feb 2012 17:46:38 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/12-volt-RV-porchlight/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F23/4DRL/GYUQTGYU/F234DRLGYUQTGYU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F23/4DRL/GYUQTGYU/F234DRLGYUQTGYU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F23/4DRL/GYUQTGYU/F234DRLGYUQTGYU.SMALL.jpg rumblenuts I thought of this design because i wanted something original and would work for my vintage trailer . This is a small mixing bowl i bought at the dollar store . I cut it in half using my grinder with a thin cut off disc , then traced the back on a piece of  1/2" plywood . Then i covered that with thi...
By: rumblenuts

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 Feb 2012 20:35:44 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/To-lower-consumption-with-Leds/
To lower consumption with Leds. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/MKCF/GYQERX1U/F6EMKCFGYQERX1U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/MKCF/GYQERX1U/F6EMKCFGYQERX1U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/MKCF/GYQERX1U/F6EMKCFGYQERX1U.SMALL.jpg juanjomf Hello, excuse my English, I use translator. East is my first instructable to go down consumption expense of energy. I have bought a vacuum cleaner of kitchen smoke and each one has 4 dichroic lamps of 50w = 200 Watts. A high consumption. My idea was to adapt him leds, this way that epero enjoy it...
By: juanjomf

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 Feb 2012 17:42:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Lamp-inspired-by-Louise-Nevelson/
Reduce/ Reuse/ Recycle.... Louise Nevelson Inspired Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0J/7K0T/GYN8W5DX/F0J7K0TGYN8W5DX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0J/7K0T/GYN8W5DX/F0J7K0TGYN8W5DX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0J/7K0T/GYN8W5DX/F0J7K0TGYN8W5DX.SMALL.jpg Susan Cirigliano REDUCE...... REUSE ........RECYCLE Practicing these activities in art can be fun while it helps to create a healthy environment. As an art teacher I constantly am trying to instill in my students the old adage, Waste not Want not, or giving new life to old goods. While trying as often as possible...
By: Susan Cirigliano

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2012 13:59:03 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Chandelier-using-Mason-Jars/
How to make a Chandelier using Mason Jars - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0M/YRF0/GXUZIJM7/F0MYRF0GXUZIJM7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0M/YRF0/GXUZIJM7/F0MYRF0GXUZIJM7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0M/YRF0/GXUZIJM7/F0MYRF0GXUZIJM7.SMALL.jpg timpaslay We made this chandelier to be the centerpiece of our dining room.  You can check out this DIY and Design projects like this one on our blog, www.KaraPaslayDesigns.blogspot.com. And before I get started, I want to make a DISCLAIMER: I am not an electrician and will not assume responsibility for any ...
By: timpaslay

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:53:15 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-Light-13/
LED Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQE/Z9G4/GXL5UL48/FQEZ9G4GXL5UL48.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQE/Z9G4/GXL5UL48/FQEZ9G4GXL5UL48.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQE/Z9G4/GXL5UL48/FQEZ9G4GXL5UL48.SMALL.jpg jonnyd55 This is a KS4 Engineering project that my year 10's do (14 year olds). It gives the students choice and the opportunity to work creatively. The outcome is a quality product that works well, most importantly at the end of the project all the students will want to take their work home......empty work ...
By: jonnyd55

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:39:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-an-Easy-Electric-Lantern/
How to Make an Easy Electric Lantern - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLS/F2CL/GXGHL75X/FLSF2CLGXGHL75X.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLS/F2CL/GXGHL75X/FLSF2CLGXGHL75X.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLS/F2CL/GXGHL75X/FLSF2CLGXGHL75X.SMALL.jpg lonesoulsurfer My wife came home the other day with an old paraffin lantern that she had found at the local Op Shop.  Now this thing hadn't worked in many moons and she wanted me to "get the thing started" so instead of trying to fix something that was clearly never going to burn a wick again, I decided to "electr...
By: lonesoulsurfer

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:32:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Kids-Night-Light/
Kids Night Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJZ/ZUHQ/GXEI6GCG/FJZZUHQGXEI6GCG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJZ/ZUHQ/GXEI6GCG/FJZZUHQGXEI6GCG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJZ/ZUHQ/GXEI6GCG/FJZZUHQGXEI6GCG.SMALL.jpg jonnyd55 Easy make, kid friendly night light, this gives the kiddies independence of turning the light on or off on their own and has a fun appearance. The best bit of the design is the lack of a traditional on/off switch as it is operated by a magnetic reed switch, see the video below. Cost: Magnet = £...
By: jonnyd55

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 14 Jan 2012 14:30:27 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Monitor-Backlight/
Simple Monitor Backlight - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUD/A1WU/GX3M1GEN/FUDA1WUGX3M1GEN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUD/A1WU/GX3M1GEN/FUDA1WUGX3M1GEN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUD/A1WU/GX3M1GEN/FUDA1WUGX3M1GEN.SMALL.jpg crosendahl Having a backlight to your monitor reduces eyestrain. I used to use my flexible desklamp aimed at the wall behind my monitor, but that meant I couldn't use it on my workspace. While at our local big box hardware store the other day I saw these cool lightbulbs and thought it would be fun to use one a...
By: crosendahl

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 7 Jan 2012 22:49:43 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Glow-in-the-Dark-Commode-Seat/
Glow in the Dark Commode Seat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVZ/3TYY/GWKKNJPY/FVZ3TYYGWKKNJPY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVZ/3TYY/GWKKNJPY/FVZ3TYYGWKKNJPY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVZ/3TYY/GWKKNJPY/FVZ3TYYGWKKNJPY.SMALL.jpg wingtipsmith The purpose of this toilet seat mod was to have all the light necessary to enter the bathroom from the master bedroom and find the target. This keeps me from having to turn on the bathroom light which shines into the master bedroom and wakes up my wife or worse,... Missing the Target! Inspiration c...
By: wingtipsmith

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Jan 2012 23:02:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Direct-input-mod-for-piezo-sound-sensitive-CCFL-tr/
Direct sound input mod for piezo sound sensitive CCFL transformer. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBB/YQE2/GWTIK22U/FBBYQE2GWTIK22U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBB/YQE2/GWTIK22U/FBBYQE2GWTIK22U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBB/YQE2/GWTIK22U/FBBYQE2GWTIK22U.SMALL.jpg ZeroSight Long title, but that's pretty much what it is, this allows to have a more accurate sound sensitivity and doesn't pick up backround noise that comes from a party or crowd. Your going to need - heat shrink - 2 CCFL sound activates transformers  - wire - on/off switch - solder - soldering iron - hobb...
By: ZeroSight

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Jan 2012 03:47:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Floating-Lighting-Partition/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4U/QQWN/GWT2MKXX/F4UQQWNGWT2MKXX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4U/QQWN/GWT2MKXX/F4UQQWNGWT2MKXX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4U/QQWN/GWT2MKXX/F4UQQWNGWT2MKXX.SMALL.jpg Wot A-Load of Rubbish A Collection of images of a Glowing wall pannel i built, With has all been made from recycled matterials. (Excluding the LED lighting) Materials for frame work; Extending curtain pole Carpet tubes Light weight Door And Some Brackets And some 5mm ply off cuts I used a printed canvas image of a roc...
By: Wot A-Load of Rubbish

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 30 Dec 2011 18:05:51 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Gearbox-Lamp/
Gearbox Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/6FY8/GWF5TM1H/FR36FY8GWF5TM1H.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/6FY8/GWF5TM1H/FR36FY8GWF5TM1H.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/6FY8/GWF5TM1H/FR36FY8GWF5TM1H.SMALL.jpg jonnyd55 Check out the video to see how the gears move to turn the light on/off and also acts as the dimmer. This was a result of a need for me to create an example GCSE Engineering project for my students and I really wanted to make something from scrap engine parts I bought of ebay.......Somehow I ended...
By: jonnyd55

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 24 Dec 2011 14:29:43 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Hanging-Umbrella-Light/
Hanging Umbrella Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG2/0YAB/GWDXZJTL/FG20YABGWDXZJTL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG2/0YAB/GWDXZJTL/FG20YABGWDXZJTL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG2/0YAB/GWDXZJTL/FG20YABGWDXZJTL.SMALL.jpg tylercard If you are looking for a cheap, easy, artistic looking alternative to lighting, you might like this bright idea. It makes a great gift idea for that person who has everything, and it's guaranteed to brighten their day. This hanging light/ chandelier can be plugged into your existing light socket, s...
By: tylercard

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:23:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Light/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/LMX6/GW88L8EO/FSMLMX6GW88L8EO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/LMX6/GW88L8EO/FSMLMX6GW88L8EO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/LMX6/GW88L8EO/FSMLMX6GW88L8EO.SMALL.jpg Grasshopper1221 This is a work in progress but having a hard time trying to decide what to put in the open area above the switch and I am looking for idea's from other members. Please feel free to give your thoughts & idea's and I am also asking that if possible can you all please rate my work. Thank you hope you a...
By: Grasshopper1221

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 16 Dec 2011 14:19:51 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Illuminated-Clock-using-a-Scroll-Saw/
Illuminated Clock using a Scroll Saw - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/1C8S/GW3XH9B4/FCP1C8SGW3XH9B4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/1C8S/GW3XH9B4/FCP1C8SGW3XH9B4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/1C8S/GW3XH9B4/FCP1C8SGW3XH9B4.SMALL.jpg legomaster92 A very cool light up clock made by using a Scroll Saw.  Materials/Tools 1 analog clock 1 large piece of plywood Spray adhesive glue Pencil Scroll Saw or try the Dremel Trio Styrofoam Hot glue Drill Movable lamp Trace Trace the outside of the clock on thin plywood. Cut Cut with a scroll saw ...
By: legomaster92

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 17:05:11 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/stained-glass-christmas-ortiment/
stained glass christmas ortiment - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3U/EHP9/GW3X8MP4/F3UEHP9GW3X8MP4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3U/EHP9/GW3X8MP4/F3UEHP9GW3X8MP4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3U/EHP9/GW3X8MP4/F3UEHP9GW3X8MP4.SMALL.jpg cj8675 How to make a stained glass Christmas ortiment Whats better than a hand made stained glass ortiment Make for family and friends. Disclaimer: Uses Dangerous tools and sharp glass.  NOT responsible for injurys during this instructable!!! Tools needed Materials 2 different color stained glass ...
By: cj8675

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 12 Dec 2011 16:55:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-DeckStep-Lights/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/TQ2X/GVZP1T91/FRDTQ2XGVZP1T91.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/TQ2X/GVZP1T91/FRDTQ2XGVZP1T91.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/TQ2X/GVZP1T91/FRDTQ2XGVZP1T91.SMALL.jpg beedee2 Make LED Deck Lights What you'll need for each light: 1 - 1/4 inch white hinged screw cover.  About 70 cents for 2 at any Hdwe store. 1 - Little Dot SMD LED Accent Light ($1.99) with built-in resistor for 12 Volt DC operation (9~14.8 range)       Purchase from http://www.superbrightleds.com       A...
By: beedee2

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2011 18:10:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/SteamPunked-inspired-USB-LED-desklight-with-glow-i/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFF/B4XW/GW89LXBE/FFFB4XWGW89LXBE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFF/B4XW/GW89LXBE/FFFB4XWGW89LXBE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFF/B4XW/GW89LXBE/FFFB4XWGW89LXBE.SMALL.jpg Grasshopper1221 Inspired by other members. Made from VCR Parts and super brite LED's . And now this is finished with new switch 
By: Grasshopper1221

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 8 Dec 2011 19:07:13 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Doily-Lamp/
Doily Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/EKT0/GVIYNB8V/FRCEKT0GVIYNB8V.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/EKT0/GVIYNB8V/FRCEKT0GVIYNB8V.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/EKT0/GVIYNB8V/FRCEKT0GVIYNB8V.SMALL.jpg kazmataz It's time to give the dated doily a facelift - and what better way than really highlighting the unique lace patterns in a lamp!  It took me a few tries, but after a bit of troubleshooting I've put together here an easy-to-follow tutorial so you can make your own Doily Lamp, as seen on reMade USA. E...
By: kazmataz

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Dec 2011 16:56:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Wine-Bottle-LED-Lamp/
Wine Bottle LED Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNS/Q4L4/GVOW4W3J/FNSQ4L4GVOW4W3J.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNS/Q4L4/GVOW4W3J/FNSQ4L4GVOW4W3J.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNS/Q4L4/GVOW4W3J/FNSQ4L4GVOW4W3J.SMALL.jpg pudtiny I wanted a quick and easy accent lamp for my lounge so came up with this, it only takes about half an hour to make if you have all the tools already and only cost a few pounds. By chance this weeks challenge is Bottles so I shall be entering this.  Parts and Tools A nice looking glass bottle A s...
By: pudtiny

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 3 Dec 2011 11:51:11 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Very-efficient-very-cool-lighting-with-recycled-co/
Very efficient very cool lighting with recycled cold cathode. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT5/RB0P/GVMITF5V/FT5RB0PGVMITF5V.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT5/RB0P/GVMITF5V/FT5RB0PGVMITF5V.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT5/RB0P/GVMITF5V/FT5RB0PGVMITF5V.SMALL.jpg telluridetech Old computer scanners headed for the trash or more appropriate the ‘landfill.’ Have a second life. I recycle them. I am a computer tech and I like my desk to be flooded with light and no shadows. The solution is old scanners. Scanner bulbs (cold cathode bulbs) run on about 450vac but the inverter bo...
By: telluridetech

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 30 Nov 2011 20:53:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Presepes-sky-in-fibre-channel/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXB/UFHZ/GVA8E9TQ/FXBUFHZGVA8E9TQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXB/UFHZ/GVA8E9TQ/FXBUFHZGVA8E9TQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXB/UFHZ/GVA8E9TQ/FXBUFHZGVA8E9TQ.SMALL.jpg gnawa Project i made 2 Xmas ago. did you know that Presepe is an italian invention?
By: gnawa

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 Nov 2011 05:58:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/5-Steps-to-Install-LED-Lighting-Strip-in-Headlight/
5 Steps to Install LED Lighting Strip in Headlights for Toyota - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYP/XAVF/GV9SPGRC/FYPXAVFGV9SPGRC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYP/XAVF/GV9SPGRC/FYPXAVFGV9SPGRC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYP/XAVF/GV9SPGRC/FYPXAVFGV9SPGRC.SMALL.jpg ethan7557 LED lights are more popular, since theirs advantages of high efficiency and long life spans. Some of my friends tried to use led lighting to decorate their autos. Cool! One idle day, I decided to make a led lighting DIY project, install led strips in headlights on my Toyota matrix. Now let’s start. ...
By: ethan7557

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