Instructables: exploring - workshop - tools - easy http://www.instructables.com Sat, 18 May 2013 21:59:42 PDT BLOX v1.01 Make a Dremel with Custom Removable Attachments! http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Dremel-with-Custom-Removable-Attachments/
Make a Dremel with Custom Removable Attachments! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYO/2SNW/HFD1EMZZ/FYO2SNWHFD1EMZZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYO/2SNW/HFD1EMZZ/FYO2SNWHFD1EMZZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYO/2SNW/HFD1EMZZ/FYO2SNWHFD1EMZZ.SMALL.jpg innovator007 Hello Everyone, This is my biggest Instructable so far! I have been designing this for about two months, and have really enjoyed making it. It is a drill/dremel that has custom removable attachments!! The dremel even has an easy battery compartment access door for easy battery change!! I made this b...
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Mon, 15 Apr 2013 19:48:57 PDT
Quick Screwdriver Identification http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-Screwdriver-Identification/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRX/D6MJ/HEI4M09O/FRXD6MJHEI4M09O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRX/D6MJ/HEI4M09O/FRXD6MJHEI4M09O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRX/D6MJ/HEI4M09O/FRXD6MJHEI4M09O.SMALL.jpg bfk This is something I should have thought of years ago... After we were married, my wife bought me a set of Husky screwdrivers.  The flat blades had red handles and the philips had black.  For many, many years, like any red-blooded guy, I've never thrown away a screwdriver.  I have dozens of each type...
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Wed, 20 Mar 2013 21:47:58 PDT
Makeshift gram scale (balancita improvisada) http://www.instructables.com/id/Makeshift-gram-scale-balancita-improvisada/
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Thu, 13 Dec 2012 20:29:47 PST
How to copy complex curves easily http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-copy-complex-curves-easily/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7T/4W1Y/H8I44EA2/F7T4W1YH8I44EA2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7T/4W1Y/H8I44EA2/F7T4W1YH8I44EA2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7T/4W1Y/H8I44EA2/F7T4W1YH8I44EA2.SMALL.jpg Roshy10 This instructable is based on this http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Copy-Complex-Curves    This is my first instructable and the video is my first how to, I'm not very good at this so sorry for the poor narration. Enjoy!
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Mon, 5 Nov 2012 23:32:26 PST
Don't Throw it in the landfill: "How to Repair A Cordless Drill With Broken Or Missing Battery For about $3 (or less)" http://www.instructables.com/id/Dont-Throw-it-in-the-landfill-How-to-Repair-A-C/
Don't Throw it in the landfill: "How to Repair A Cordless Drill With Broken Or Missing Battery For about $3 (or less)" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHY/8D5R/H4AGKJNV/FHY8D5RH4AGKJNV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHY/8D5R/H4AGKJNV/FHY8D5RH4AGKJNV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHY/8D5R/H4AGKJNV/FHY8D5RH4AGKJNV.SMALL.jpg mykiscool Many people have the battery in their cordless drill go out, and simply throw it away. In fact I obtained 2 cordless drills with missing batteries at a yard sale in a free box, as you guessed for free. This instructable shows you how to turn a cordless drill with a missing or broken battery back int...
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Wed, 18 Jul 2012 20:55:00 PDT
Cutting plastic the hard way http://www.instructables.com/id/Cutting-plastic-the-hard-way/
Cutting plastic the hard way - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNV/12UE/H4619H5W/FNV12UEH4619H5W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNV/12UE/H4619H5W/FNV12UEH4619H5W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNV/12UE/H4619H5W/FNV12UEH4619H5W.SMALL.jpg code_neon Here at TechShop in San Jose, we have cool ways to cut and manipulate plastic. You can use our lasers, our routers, our mills and our saws to cut plastic shapes. However, sometimes you just need a quick cut. Luckily, with the tools in our tool coral, this is possible. Using only a box cutter and a r...
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Mon, 2 Jul 2012 21:30:28 PDT
Make your own small scale flap wheel http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-your-own-small-scale-flap-wheel/
Make your own small scale flap wheel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7W/836D/H2WEZ65E/F7W836DH2WEZ65E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7W/836D/H2WEZ65E/F7W836DH2WEZ65E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7W/836D/H2WEZ65E/F7W836DH2WEZ65E.SMALL.jpg code_neon When I am working at TechShop San Jose, I sometimes find myself in a position where I have to sand in nearly unreachable places. Whether it is inside of piping, or in the center of holes that i have drilled though, it can be extremely frustrating to get my sand paper into these places. In addition, ...
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Mon, 18 Jun 2012 15:04:16 PDT
Easy electroplating (Galvanizado fıcil) http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-electroplating-Galvanizado-fcil/
Easy electroplating (Galvanizado fıcil) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FML/CMUM/H1YOI6P1/FMLCMUMH1YOI6P1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FML/CMUM/H1YOI6P1/FMLCMUMH1YOI6P1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FML/CMUM/H1YOI6P1/FMLCMUMH1YOI6P1.SMALL.jpg rimar2000 CUIDADO: este proyecto no debe ser afrontado por niños, porque implica el manejo de sustancias peligrosas y vapores tóxicos. Repito: Este proyecto implica el manejo de sustancias peligrosas y vapores tóxicos. Por lo tanto, no debe ser afrontado por niños ni personas inexpertas o atolondradas. ---...
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Sun, 13 May 2012 18:25:54 PDT
Free Small Drill Bits For Life!!! http://www.instructables.com/id/Free-Small-Drill-Bits-For-Life/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F83/1GT0/H1YOAQWA/F831GT0H1YOAQWA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F83/1GT0/H1YOAQWA/F831GT0H1YOAQWA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F83/1GT0/H1YOAQWA/F831GT0H1YOAQWA.SMALL.jpg Lignumvital Welcome to my instructable, I am lignumvital and today I want to show you how to save money on your DIY projects around the house. This little trick can prevent you from having to buy small drill bits or when in a pinch save you from a trip to the store. Please feel free to share other ideas and use...
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Wed, 9 May 2012 07:09:35 PDT
Easy Faux Kydex Knife Sheaths http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Faux-Kydex-Knife-Sheaths/
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Thu, 23 Feb 2012 11:25:40 PST
Ultimate Sander http://www.instructables.com/id/Ultimate-Sander/
Ultimate Sander - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/LCVB/HBXWS6M4/F6TLCVBHBXWS6M4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/LCVB/HBXWS6M4/F6TLCVBHBXWS6M4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/LCVB/HBXWS6M4/F6TLCVBHBXWS6M4.SMALL.jpg chandrahas aroori Have you ever wanted a sander,but is too expensive?? Now you can make one much more cheap. By hacking you can make one under 10$. Behold the ULTIMATE SANDER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! For POCKET SIZED don't see steps 4 &5. Please vote for me in the various contests. Parts Parts-  1. Anything that reads CD/...
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Fri, 30 Sep 2011 05:14:27 PDT
How to EASILY forge Steel and iron... http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-forge-Steel-and-iron/
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Sun, 11 Sep 2011 14:46:37 PDT
Foolproof, Easy, Drill Bit Sharpening for Acrylic http://www.instructables.com/id/Foolproof-Easy-Drill-Bit-Sharpening-for-Acrylic/
Foolproof, Easy, Drill Bit Sharpening for Acrylic - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5S/BPUJ/GPBD3WNA/F5SBPUJGPBD3WNA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5S/BPUJ/GPBD3WNA/F5SBPUJGPBD3WNA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5S/BPUJ/GPBD3WNA/F5SBPUJGPBD3WNA.SMALL.jpg Mikey D If you have ever drilled acrylic with a standard twist drill you've probably noticed that it is less than ideal. The angle is too shallow and the drill bit tends to break out the backside and chip the material. Here is an easy way to put a much steeper angle on the bit that leaves both flutes the ...
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Thu, 30 Jun 2011 00:23:45 PDT
Cutting tools 2 (herramientas de corte 2) http://www.instructables.com/id/Cutting-tools-2-herramientas-de-corte-2/
Cutting tools 2 (herramientas de corte 2) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/KZQM/GNVIDIJJ/F2TKZQMGNVIDIJJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/KZQM/GNVIDIJJ/F2TKZQMGNVIDIJJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2T/KZQM/GNVIDIJJ/F2TKZQMGNVIDIJJ.SMALL.jpg rimar2000 Ver también http://www.instructables.com/id/Cutting-Tool-Herramienta-de-corte/ Luego de haber pasado una semana con algo parecido a una gripe, me decidí a aprovechar el día soleado y templado, encendiendo la fragua para hacer el primer trabajo real con ella. Como decía en otro instructable, me pr...
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Fri, 20 May 2011 12:02:08 PDT
Cutting Tool (Herramienta de corte) http://www.instructables.com/id/Cutting-Tool-Herramienta-de-corte/
Cutting Tool (Herramienta de corte) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVR/TBF3/GNSNIT5H/FVRTBF3GNSNIT5H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVR/TBF3/GNSNIT5H/FVRTBF3GNSNIT5H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVR/TBF3/GNSNIT5H/FVRTBF3GNSNIT5H.SMALL.jpg rimar2000 Ver también http://www.instructables.com/id/Cutting-tools-2-herramientas-de-corte-2/ Cuando empecé a hacer torneado en madera, no tardé en darme cuenta de lo importante que es tener harramientas de corte de buena calidad. Pero lo bueno cuesta. Por lo tanto, empecé a buscar alternativas, y he conse...
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Wed, 18 May 2011 14:52:43 PDT
5 minute project: Make a torn up supply bag heavy duty and pegboard-worthy http://www.instructables.com/id/5-minute-project-Make-a-torn-up-supply-bag-heavy-/
5 minute project: Make a torn up supply bag heavy duty and pegboard-worthy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCS/JXPE/GJQEE496/FCSJXPEGJQEE496.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCS/JXPE/GJQEE496/FCSJXPEGJQEE496.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCS/JXPE/GJQEE496/FCSJXPEGJQEE496.SMALL.jpg The Ideanator Ever have one of those cheap hot glue bags you buy at the store just break on you when you're trying to put it back on one of your pegboard hooks? I know I have. And, like a lot of things, there's a quick and simple fix. Things 'n' stuff Torn up pegboard worthy bag or container of whatever ...
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Thu, 10 Feb 2011 17:04:49 PST
Make A pencil/pen crossbow http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-A-pencilpen-crossbow/
Make A pencil/pen crossbow - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWB/A53N/GHUDKI7Q/FWBA53NGHUDKI7Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWB/A53N/GHUDKI7Q/FWBA53NGHUDKI7Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWB/A53N/GHUDKI7Q/FWBA53NGHUDKI7Q.SMALL.jpg derekgraya This  Instructable will teach you how to make a pencil/pen crossbow. This is very easy and simle to do.     AND FUN    waring this may hurt somone or somthing CAREFUL You will need two footlong strips of wood and two screws. Also A rubber band a pencil/pen and two nails. Building and testing ...
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Sat, 18 Dec 2010 22:42:11 PST
Table belt sander (lijadora de banda, de mesa) http://www.instructables.com/id/Table-belt-sander-lijadora-de-banda-de-mesa/
Table belt sander (lijadora de banda, de mesa) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC1/W65Z/GH8AAOA7/FC1W65ZGH8AAOA7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC1/W65Z/GH8AAOA7/FC1W65ZGH8AAOA7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC1/W65Z/GH8AAOA7/FC1W65ZGH8AAOA7.SMALL.jpg rimar2000 Hace unos meses me regalé una lijadora de banda. Es una excelente herramienta, versátil, resistente, poderosa. Pero... siempre tiene que existir un "pero". Para trabajos pequeños es algo difícil de manejar. Por ejemplo, para lijar piezas chicas, suelo ponerla "patas para arriba" sobre las piernas y ...
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Fri, 3 Dec 2010 20:39:05 PST
Un reductor de velocidad sencillo (a simple speed reducer) http://www.instructables.com/id/Un-reductor-de-velocidad-sencillo-a-simple-speed-/
Un reductor de velocidad sencillo (a simple speed reducer) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHV/7E4F/GF0707RG/FHV7E4FGF0707RG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHV/7E4F/GF0707RG/FHV7E4FGF0707RG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHV/7E4F/GF0707RG/FHV7E4FGF0707RG.SMALL.jpg rimar2000 Mi "torno del pobre" tiene algunas mañas. Por supuesto, si fuera perfecto no sería "del pobre". Una de ellas es que, al usar como motor el taladro de mano, cuya velocidad es variable pero entre valores muy altos (1900-2500 rpm), en ocasiones no me sirve. Especialmente cuando la pieza a tornear comie...
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Sun, 10 Oct 2010 10:34:56 PDT
Safe homemade water resistant test http://www.instructables.com/id/Safe-homemade-water-resistant-test/
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Sat, 28 Aug 2010 07:48:45 PDT
Agregando ruedas a la mesa (adding wheels to table) http://www.instructables.com/id/Agregando-ruedas-a-la-mesa-adding-wheels-to-table/
Agregando ruedas a la mesa (adding wheels to table) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTL/EU3H/GD0QPYSS/FTLEU3HGD0QPYSS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTL/EU3H/GD0QPYSS/FTLEU3HGD0QPYSS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTL/EU3H/GD0QPYSS/FTLEU3HGD0QPYSS.SMALL.jpg rimar2000 Mi mesa de trabajo hecha por mí hace unos 10 años es útil, transportable, plegable, multipropósito. Pero es pesada para moverla yo solo de un lado a otro, y pensé que sería lindo agregarle ruedas.  Los requisitos eran: fuertes, colapsables, baratas y fáciles. Dos rueditas, para un extremo de la mes...
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Thu, 19 Aug 2010 17:50:23 PDT
Helping Hands Hack http://www.instructables.com/id/Helping-Hands-Hack/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F60/ZT2H/G962OGVR/F60ZT2HG962OGVR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F60/ZT2H/G962OGVR/F60ZT2HG962OGVR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F60/ZT2H/G962OGVR/F60ZT2HG962OGVR.SMALL.jpg fruitkid101 Here's how to do an easy hack for helping hands that allows you to see better. I took a zip tie and tightened it around my small flashlight. The I tightened the zip-tie knob in one of the hand's hands. Pretty cool right?
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Sat, 15 May 2010 13:00:53 PDT
Build a high-reach tool with household items http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-high-reach-tool-with-household-items/
Build a high-reach tool with household items - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FU7/MU4D/G2HE0L8S/FU7MU4DG2HE0L8S.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FU7/MU4D/G2HE0L8S/FU7MU4DG2HE0L8S.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FU7/MU4D/G2HE0L8S/FU7MU4DG2HE0L8S.SMALL.jpg durtbikedave Are you having trouble reaching stuff on that top shelf? This Instructable will solve that problem. I made this in less than ten minutes, and it cost me nothing!! Items needed... You will need:1-brake lever w/perch1-brake cable1-clamp3-zipties1-hose clamp1-mop or broom handle1-small carriage bolt...
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Thu, 3 Dec 2009 02:58:09 PST
Propane Tank into Air Tank, The EASY way http://www.instructables.com/id/Propane-Tank-into-Air-Tank-The-EASY-way/
Propane Tank into Air Tank, The EASY way - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/8HK4/FWMO2W9S/FJD8HK4FWMO2W9S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/8HK4/FWMO2W9S/FJD8HK4FWMO2W9S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/8HK4/FWMO2W9S/FJD8HK4FWMO2W9S.SMALL.jpg scob89 I really like turning propane tanks into air tank, they last a long time as an air tank and the standard grill size holds enough air to fill 2 flat tires to 35 PSI on my car. The only problem is that I REALLY dislike removing the valve from the tank, sometimes I would even ruin the valve and not hav...
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Thu, 2 Jul 2009 20:01:36 PDT
How NOT to Make a Sexy Thong For Your Wife http://www.instructables.com/id/How-NOT-to-Make-a-Sexy-Thong-For-Your-Wife/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP1/73EA/FQWVUNLJ/FP173EAFQWVUNLJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP1/73EA/FQWVUNLJ/FP173EAFQWVUNLJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP1/73EA/FQWVUNLJ/FP173EAFQWVUNLJ.SMALL.jpg greeenpro Inspired by giannyl's 'How to Make a Sexy Thong' video instructable, I decided to make one for my wife. It didn't quite turn out like giannyl's. Here's how NOT to make one...
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Sun, 8 Feb 2009 05:45:15 PST
Making The Mighty Goliath Hotwire Machine! http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-The-Mighty-Goliath-Hotwire-Machine/
Making The Mighty Goliath Hotwire Machine! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Q/UHAV/FPQLETW4/F5QUHAVFPQLETW4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Q/UHAV/FPQLETW4/F5QUHAVFPQLETW4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Q/UHAV/FPQLETW4/F5QUHAVFPQLETW4.SMALL.jpg Creativeman Complete instructions for the making of the Mighty Goliath Hotwire Machine. Materials and directions are shown in each step, image notes. See my other instructables for sample work, signs, etc. Creativeman. Additional instruments made with same technique I have made several instruments like thi...
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Thu, 22 Jan 2009 06:18:29 PST
Make Signs out of Cardboard! http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Signs-out-of-Cardboard/
Make Signs out of Cardboard! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLP/LLYW/FPWWQXEP/FLPLLYWFPWWQXEP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLP/LLYW/FPWWQXEP/FLPLLYWFPWWQXEP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLP/LLYW/FPWWQXEP/FLPLLYWFPWWQXEP.SMALL.jpg Creativeman How to make signs out of cardboard. Yes, it's easy and quite effective. All you need is a band saw or scroll saw, some free cardboard, a little imagination and you can make many different signs. For this instructable, THINK is used to show the process. Design and cut out sign letters To make t...
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Fri, 16 Jan 2009 19:14:30 PST
Make a Glue Gun Holder http://www.instructables.com/id/Stop-Glue-Gun-Creep/
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Mon, 29 Dec 2008 09:18:54 PST
High Torque Wing Nut Tightening/Removal "Ghetto style" http://www.instructables.com/id/High-Torque-Wing-Nut-TighteningRemoval-quotGett/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVF/LTME/FOVWML0L/FVFLTMEFOVWML0L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVF/LTME/FOVWML0L/FVFLTMEFOVWML0L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVF/LTME/FOVWML0L/FVFLTMEFOVWML0L.SMALL.jpg Lftndbt Ever had a wing nut that would not budge? Can't find a decent set of pliers? No problems! Just grab a piece of cloth or a tea towel and you have your very own high torque wing nut driving/removal device. Wrap your piece of material in the applicable direction. This is to ensure that the cloth "bite...
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Tue, 23 Dec 2008 22:43:14 PST
PVC Pencil Holder http://www.instructables.com/id/PVC-Pencil-Holder/
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Tue, 25 Nov 2008 21:20:20 PST
Screwdriver with triangular head http://www.instructables.com/id/Screwdriver-with-triangular-head/
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Tue, 25 Nov 2008 11:29:11 PST
how to make a knife for bark carving http://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-make-a-knife-for-bark-carving/
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Wed, 17 Sep 2008 09:00:49 PDT
Tips and Jigs Part 1: Circular Saw Straight-Cutting jig http://www.instructables.com/id/Tips-and-Jigs-Part-1-Circular-Saw-Straight-Cuttin/
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Thu, 12 Jun 2008 10:29:35 PDT
Glass File http://www.instructables.com/id/Glass-File/
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By: msolek

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Thu, 5 Jun 2008 09:10:01 PDT
sheath knife http://www.instructables.com/id/sheath-knife/
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Fri, 18 Apr 2008 14:18:36 PDT
The One-Minute Screwdriver http://www.instructables.com/id/The-One-Minute-Screwdriver/
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Fri, 4 Apr 2008 13:59:33 PDT
A few handy tool tricks to save you finding the other ones... http://www.instructables.com/id/A-few-handy-tool-tricks-to-save-you-finding-the-ot/
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Wed, 6 Feb 2008 03:37:49 PST
Model Making Clamp Board http://www.instructables.com/id/Model-Makeing-Clamp-Board/
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By: blksheep

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Sat, 27 Oct 2007 10:42:23 PDT
Chop a shopping cart into a tool cart. Simple! http://www.instructables.com/id/Chop-a-shopping-cart-into-a-tool-cart.-Simple!/
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Sun, 21 Oct 2007 18:59:37 PDT
Hot Knife for Plastic Cutting! http://www.instructables.com/id/Hot-Knife-for-Plastic-Cutting!/
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Sat, 6 Oct 2007 03:49:19 PDT
Build some helping hands from a load of old junk http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-some-helping-hands-from-a-load-of-old-junk/
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By: TheLucster

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Mon, 28 May 2007 06:22:25 PDT
How to make Files last 30 years. http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-so-that-the-files-last-thirty-years/
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Sat, 14 Apr 2007 21:05:40 PDT
Saw Blade Guard http://www.instructables.com/id/Saw-Blade-Guard/
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By: RadBear

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Wed, 11 Apr 2007 12:56:06 PDT
Lump free paint (pinte sin grumos) http://www.instructables.com/id/Painting-without-clots/
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Sat, 7 Apr 2007 19:31:29 PDT
The Inexpensive Dremel Foot Switch http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Inexpensive-Dremel-Foot-Switch/
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By: Bilby

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Sun, 18 Mar 2007 23:41:13 PDT
How to make a spanner(wrench) out of pvc. http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-spannerwrench-out-of-pvc./
How to make a spanner(wrench) out of pvc. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FQ4/H8L9/AN7EWIJM90X/FQ4H8L9AN7EWIJM90X.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FQ4/H8L9/AN7EWIJM90X/FQ4H8L9AN7EWIJM90X.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FQ4/H8L9/AN7EWIJM90X/FQ4H8L9AN7EWIJM90X.SMALL.jpg Oorspronklikheid I've seen some pretty amazing pvc projects here and I thought I must do a nice and simple pvc project as my first instructable. It can be done in 5 minutes and costs about nothing. Required stuff. Materials needed: Short piece of pvc pipe. A source of heat (I used a tea candle). A metal rod. B...
By: Oorspronklikheid

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Sun, 7 Jan 2007 03:19:12 PST