http://www.instructables.com Thu, 23 May 2013 04:56:44 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Magnetic-knife-rack-built-using-hard-drive-magnets/
Magnetic knife rack built using hard drive magnets (without power tools) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/493R/HGZOFLBV/F7F493RHGZOFLBV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/493R/HGZOFLBV/F7F493RHGZOFLBV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/493R/HGZOFLBV/F7F493RHGZOFLBV.SMALL.jpg tzny After obsessively taking apart numerous dead hard drives (befriend your IT folks, and you too can have this treasure), I've accumulated way too many of those powerful magnets. What to make? An anti-gravity device? No, that's too much work. I know -- a magnetic knife rack! I wish I had more garage sp...
By: tzny

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 22 May 2013 13:36:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-good-walking-stick/
How to make a good walking stick - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/RKCW/HGZNX0FN/FQMRKCWHGZNX0FN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/RKCW/HGZNX0FN/FQMRKCWHGZNX0FN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/RKCW/HGZNX0FN/FQMRKCWHGZNX0FN.SMALL.jpg powellcubs First, find a good sized branch in your backyard or in a hiking area with trees. If it is available, oak is the best wood to use for making a walking stick. Next, grab a pocket knife and "shave" all of the bark off of the stick. Also, make sure there are no twigs for bugs all over the stick. Th...
By: powellcubs

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 22 May 2013 12:05:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-and-Easy-Wooden-Catapult/
Quick and Easy Wooden Catapult - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1B/Q5Y4/HGU2K0JV/F1BQ5Y4HGU2K0JV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1B/Q5Y4/HGU2K0JV/F1BQ5Y4HGU2K0JV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1B/Q5Y4/HGU2K0JV/F1BQ5Y4HGU2K0JV.SMALL.jpg powellcubs This catapult is doable in about half an hour to forty-five minutes. It doesn't launch very far due to the elasticity of this bungee cord, but a motorcycle strap would much work better. Parts Parts: 3" hinge (I bought a door hinge from Walmart with the screws) 8' of 2x4 12 decking screws 4 eye bo...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 22 May 2013 06:49:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Rustic-Maple-Slab-Bench/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW8/OF65/HGU2PM7X/FW8OF65HGU2PM7X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW8/OF65/HGU2PM7X/FW8OF65HGU2PM7X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW8/OF65/HGU2PM7X/FW8OF65HGU2PM7X.SMALL.jpg NelsonStudios This was a requested piece by a store we have stuff in.  I got a call from them saying people keep looking at my tables and asking about benches in the same style.  Well shoot, you ask and I deliver. The maple is stuff we cut from a massive blowdown tree and you can see from the back, I used about ...
By: NelsonStudios

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 08:29:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Screen-door-from-reclaimed-door-jambs/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9N/60Z7/HGU2EECU/F9N60Z7HGU2EECU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9N/60Z7/HGU2EECU/F9N60Z7HGU2EECU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9N/60Z7/HGU2EECU/F9N60Z7HGU2EECU.SMALL.jpg dalphonse I decided to use couple peices from a mahogany door jamb i picked up from the re-store for a couple bucks ( $2 and $5). The jointery is basic half lap with some walnut inlays/pins to come. I just thought it was kinda a fun idea, ripped out of an old house only to be made into a door again. lol
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 May 2013 10:29:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wooden-Puzzle-Heart/
Wooden Puzzle Heart - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKV/74KG/HGU2L6RT/FKV74KGHGU2L6RT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKV/74KG/HGU2L6RT/FKV74KGHGU2L6RT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKV/74KG/HGU2L6RT/FKV74KGHGU2L6RT.SMALL.jpg sir_ghattas    This is my first attempt at an instructable, so please don't judge too much. Anyways, it's a puzzle heart made from rosewood and I believe Douglas Fir. I doe not have to be made from these two woods, obviously, but it is best two have two woods that have colors that contrast each other, Wood F...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 May 2013 18:24:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-matching-knife-handle-and-sheath/
How to make a matching knife handle and sheath - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/8G65/HGIEWD93/FFN8G65HGIEWD93.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/8G65/HGIEWD93/FFN8G65HGIEWD93.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/8G65/HGIEWD93/FFN8G65HGIEWD93.SMALL.jpg beucephalus So I got an old hand me down knife from a friend, and decided it needed some TLC. It's an old stainless steel blade and was a real pain to sharpen, but it all turned out pretty well. Most of the tools I used are not expensive, but it does take some skill and experience with power and hand tools. Rem...
By: beucephalus

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 May 2013 15:55:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Chopping-Block/
The Chopping Block - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Q/HML6/HGIEW4UK/F1QHML6HGIEW4UK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Q/HML6/HGIEW4UK/F1QHML6HGIEW4UK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Q/HML6/HGIEW4UK/F1QHML6HGIEW4UK.SMALL.jpg SlickSqueegie I have one of those big plastic cutting boards. It is a pain to wash, rinse and store this sized cutting board. I wanted something smaller for a quick onion or pepper chop so I decided to make one. This is made from Maple scraps I had laying in the shop. I used yellow glue. (I highly recommend using...
By: SlickSqueegie

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 15:34:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Reclaimed-Wood-Flat-Pack-Picnic-Table-With-Planter/
Reclaimed Wood Flat-Pack Picnic Table With Planter/Ice Trough - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F58/IGUW/HFSHSH7V/F58IGUWHFSHSH7V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F58/IGUW/HFSHSH7V/F58IGUWHFSHSH7V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F58/IGUW/HFSHSH7V/F58IGUWHFSHSH7V.SMALL.jpg quitethecontrary Here's our Reclaimed Wood Flat Pack Picnic Table With Planter (I know.  It's a mouthful).  There is a gutter running down the center below the tabletop surface that can be filled with ice to put your beers in on a hot day, or for planting herbs (reach across the table to get the freshest seasoning f...
By: quitethecontrary

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 21:16:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/steampunk-SECRET-HEART/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMX/Z2K1/HGIEV91V/FMXZ2K1HGIEV91V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMX/Z2K1/HGIEV91V/FMXZ2K1HGIEV91V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMX/Z2K1/HGIEV91V/FMXZ2K1HGIEV91V.SMALL.jpg ERNESTRIPIO solo algo de madera bieja, algunos resortes, tinta china barniz y ya, se marca el corazon en la madera con un lapis se corta con el serrucho y se redondea con lija y paciencia, para no poner todo lo que hice les pondre el link de uno que hizo algo parecido, yo no tengo las herramientas que el pero i...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 21:22:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-small-toolbox-from-scavenged-wood/
Making a small toolbox from scavenged wood. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK4/PFNJ/HGH6PNWF/FK4PFNJHGH6PNWF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK4/PFNJ/HGH6PNWF/FK4PFNJHGH6PNWF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK4/PFNJ/HGH6PNWF/FK4PFNJHGH6PNWF.SMALL.jpg atomiccelt I don't know how many of you out there have a need for a good, cheap toolbox, but if you're like me you can never have enough. I tend to move my work quite a bit, since I make a lot of things at Techshop (including this toolbox!). Essentially, since Techshop is my main general workshop (as opposed t...
By: atomiccelt

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 18:35:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Handprints-with-a-turned-wood-frame/
Mothers-Day handprints with a turned wood frame. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXQ/IH13/HGHAP2V0/FXQIH13HGHAP2V0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXQ/IH13/HGHAP2V0/FXQIH13HGHAP2V0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXQ/IH13/HGHAP2V0/FXQIH13HGHAP2V0.SMALL.jpg SlickSqueegie I'm sure most of you out there have heard of, seen or made the childrens hand-print molds with the pie tin and plaster of paris. My fiance wanted to help her niece and nephew make some hand-prints for their mom for mothers day.  That gave me an idea for the molds. Instead of using a pie tin, I had a...
By: SlickSqueegie

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 10:31:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Oakfinder-Fancy-ish-Nerf-Re-shell/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8J/S1M4/HFSHUU8X/F8JS1M4HFSHUU8X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8J/S1M4/HFSHUU8X/F8JS1M4HFSHUU8X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8J/S1M4/HFSHUU8X/F8JS1M4HFSHUU8X.SMALL.jpg armored bore The Nightfinder is a fine Nerf gun. Nothing really fancy, but it doesn't need to be; its simplicity and surprising range is enough. Besides, your Stampede is all fun and games until you have to reload. Thanks to some misguided early modding attempts, I had a couple sets of internal NF components le...
By: armored bore

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 13:52:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Als-Custom-Wooden-Coasters/
Al's Custom Wooden Coasters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/TRGB/HFPTERX8/F87TRGBHFPTERX8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/TRGB/HFPTERX8/F87TRGBHFPTERX8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/TRGB/HFPTERX8/F87TRGBHFPTERX8.SMALL.jpg alec.sukoski I manufactured these coasters at TechShop in San Jose, Ca using the Laser Cutter. Materials Used: Birch Plywood - Michaels or online at Revell Adobe Illustrator Laser Cutter - TechShop Gloss Polyurethane - Lowe's Step 1: Create your file in Adobe Illustrator Here is my design for the drink coast...
By: alec.sukoski

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 May 2013 15:36:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Small-footprint-vertical-bicycle-stand/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG6/9G3G/HFSHU2K3/FG69G3GHFSHU2K3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG6/9G3G/HFSHU2K3/FG69G3GHFSHU2K3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG6/9G3G/HFSHU2K3/FG69G3GHFSHU2K3.SMALL.jpg gwilhunting Short but sweet instructable this. I wanted to put my bike out of the way of my housemates, somewhere I could admire it. At the same time living in a rented house means I couldn't screw or nail into the walls or floor. I didn't want horizontal legs for people to trip over, so designed my own stand ...
By: gwilhunting

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 May 2013 14:29:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Wood-Boring-Bee-Trap/
Easy Wood Boring Bee Trap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY1/BT6H/HFSHFKIX/FY1BT6HHFSHFKIX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY1/BT6H/HFSHFKIX/FY1BT6HHFSHFKIX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY1/BT6H/HFSHFKIX/FY1BT6HHFSHFKIX.SMALL.jpg triumphman I live in a Log Home and have been plagued by big, nasty, wood- boring black and yellow bees for 25 years! I recently saw a nice trap for sale and decided to make some for myself. All you need are some scraps of pine, a jar and a few screws. The bees drill holes in any wood surface . Usually in eave...
By: triumphman

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2013 13:48:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Carving-a-Eagle-Feather/
Carving a Eagle Feather - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Z/EN0Y/HFSHUKXO/F9ZEN0YHFSHUKXO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Z/EN0Y/HFSHUKXO/F9ZEN0YHFSHUKXO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Z/EN0Y/HFSHUKXO/F9ZEN0YHFSHUKXO.SMALL.jpg coondog73 In this instructable I'm going to show how to carve a feather with a eagle head on in. This is a simple carving that a beginner should be able to do easily. Items Needed 1. Piece of wood about 14x3x3/8. I used a slat of a pallet but any soft wood will be fine. 2. Pattern. I included one for you t...
By: coondog73

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Apr 2013 18:08:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/tea-staining/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRR/I9LH/HFSHSPZF/FRRI9LHHFSHSPZF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRR/I9LH/HFSHSPZF/FRRI9LHHFSHSPZF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRR/I9LH/HFSHSPZF/FRRI9LHHFSHSPZF.SMALL.jpg mikeasaurus Think that staining wood means stinky lacquers, rubber gloves, and long drying times? Think again! I'll show you how to stain wood to look weathered and old, with nothing more than household items, and with results achieved in a fraction of the time. Naturally aged wood has a great faded look that ...
By: mikeasaurus

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:40:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cross-made-from-reclaimed-wood/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1U/B62A/HAQ316ZE/F1UB62AHAQ316ZE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1U/B62A/HAQ316ZE/F1UB62AHAQ316ZE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1U/B62A/HAQ316ZE/F1UB62AHAQ316ZE.SMALL.jpg artworker Found some old wood in our society compound that were there from some pruning event. Got one of them and chopped the edges properly to get a standing base. The cross was made from some electrical lining wood that was with me for long. Cleaned the bark of the stem cut a square hole at the top and app...
By: artworker

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2013 22:01:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-cut-desk-name-plate/
Laser cut desk name plate - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV6/WJN1/HFSHE5K0/FV6WJN1HFSHE5K0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV6/WJN1/HFSHE5K0/FV6WJN1HFSHE5K0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV6/WJN1/HFSHE5K0/FV6WJN1HFSHE5K0.SMALL.jpg matthewbeckler This is an easy-to-make desktop name plate, that sits upright on your desk. It comes in three pieces, and you need to glue the two side pieces to the front piece. I used 1/8" baltic birch plywood, but if you use a different thickness, you will need to adjust the size of the interlocking cutouts. D...
By: matthewbeckler

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2013 08:38:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Backyard-Climbing-and-Training-Wall/
Backyard Climbing and Training Wall - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWQ/UFPE/HFD173PR/FWQUFPEHFD173PR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWQ/UFPE/HFD173PR/FWQUFPEHFD173PR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWQ/UFPE/HFD173PR/FWQUFPEHFD173PR.SMALL.jpg Mave_Rick The wall is semi-permanent; meaning that the legs that support the climbing panels can be detached from the base and swing to lay the entire wall flat. While it is very heavy, two people can move it fairly easily.  Design Your design should incorporate everything you want to get out of your trai...
By: Mave_Rick

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 13 Apr 2013 18:11:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Petrified-Wood-Wine-Stand/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB6/262K/HFD1JQX5/FB6262KHFD1JQX5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB6/262K/HFD1JQX5/FB6262KHFD1JQX5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB6/262K/HFD1JQX5/FB6262KHFD1JQX5.SMALL.jpg NelsonStudios I built this from a chunk of core-drilled petrified wood dug in Southern Oregon.  The wood it self is impressive to look at but combine it with a nice bottle of wine and you have a conversation piece.  I like the way it tuned out even if I can't get it to photograph well.  This concept could be adap...
By: NelsonStudios

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 13 Apr 2013 08:21:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Balsa-Bridge/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFB/BVVN/HFD16JYD/FFBBVVNHFD16JYD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFB/BVVN/HFD16JYD/FFBBVVNHFD16JYD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFB/BVVN/HFD16JYD/FFBBVVNHFD16JYD.SMALL.jpg Supabuild111 This is a bridge that I built in my drafting in design class, really  wish i would've taken more pictures along the way but I had no way to until my sister finally let me use her camera. The bridge is 10 inches from end to end and the bottom deck is 8 inches which will be seated in a 8 inch hole cut...
By: Supabuild111

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2013 20:04:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/My-first-Guksi-or-Finnish-Kuksa-Swedish-Ksa/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F27/JLVB/HF23R3YQ/F27JLVBHF23R3YQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F27/JLVB/HF23R3YQ/F27JLVBHF23R3YQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F27/JLVB/HF23R3YQ/F27JLVBHF23R3YQ.SMALL.jpg balu92 First of all: I am pretty bad in English :) It wasn't planned to put my little project online, so forgive also the bad pictures. This is for inspiration: Some Details: Wood: Birch (no burl) Kuksa: Guksi (or Finnish: kuksa; Swedish: kåsa) is a type of drinking cup traditionally duodji crafted by ...
By: balu92

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Apr 2013 13:19:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Double-screw-wooden-vice-unfinished/
Double screw wooden vice (unfinished) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJT/RQ52/HDOW9ZGT/FJTRQ52HDOW9ZGT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJT/RQ52/HDOW9ZGT/FJTRQ52HDOW9ZGT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJT/RQ52/HDOW9ZGT/FJTRQ52HDOW9ZGT.SMALL.jpg Satrek I got stuck with this project, due to the wooden threads not working properly - they get stuck, too. I have yet to manage to get them to work properly, but maybe someone else has a good idea about that, or can draw some inspiration from my mistakes, which is why I am publishing it unfinished. If tha...
By: Satrek

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 5 Apr 2013 14:08:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-A-Wooden-Pen/
How To Make A Wooden Pen - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Y/3VWH/HF243BVA/F6Y3VWHHF243BVA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Y/3VWH/HF243BVA/F6Y3VWHHF243BVA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Y/3VWH/HF243BVA/F6Y3VWHHF243BVA.SMALL.jpg cerick33 This instructable will show a step by step process in how to make a custom wooden pen.  There are specific tools you will need to complete this project.  You will need: -Pen set -Wood Block -Lathe with a 7mm mandrel -Drill -7mm drill bit -Lathe Chisels -Finishing Wax -Saw -Super Glue -Sand Paper -Hu...
By: cerick33

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 4 Apr 2013 11:03:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Passive-Acoustic-Speaker-for-Kindle-Fire-Ipad/
Passive Acoustic Speaker for Kindle Fire / Ipad - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJU/H0LP/HEXSS7FL/FJUH0LPHEXSS7FL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJU/H0LP/HEXSS7FL/FJUH0LPHEXSS7FL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJU/H0LP/HEXSS7FL/FJUH0LPHEXSS7FL.SMALL.jpg OddJob This is not a new idea, just my version of a diy on this passive acoustic speaker (PAS) for Kindle Fire or other mobile device with built in speakers.  I was so stoked to get on this project that I did not take real-time step-by-step pictures of the process.  Rather, I will  show pictures of the fin...
By: OddJob

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Apr 2013 12:46:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cantilever-night-stand-with-USB-charging/
Cantilever night stand (with USB charging) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR4/ZR81/HEXSMOVJ/FR4ZR81HEXSMOVJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR4/ZR81/HEXSMOVJ/FR4ZR81HEXSMOVJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR4/ZR81/HEXSMOVJ/FR4ZR81HEXSMOVJ.SMALL.jpg samr37l This is a great simple to build nightstand that looks very futuristic and is very practical. You can buy everything you need at Home Depot, and can build the whole table in two days (depending on how long it takes for the stain to dry). A special addition of this table: it has a USB charger plug bui...
By: samr37l

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Apr 2013 08:14:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Quilted-Maple-Cross/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJG/WD1V/HEQEG5FY/FJGWD1VHEQEG5FY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJG/WD1V/HEQEG5FY/FJGWD1VHEQEG5FY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJG/WD1V/HEQEG5FY/FJGWD1VHEQEG5FY.SMALL.jpg NelsonStudios My son and I built this for a local fundraiser.  I had this beautiful quilted maple board, fantastic figure (though she cracked on me in the figure after surfacing) but I couldn't seem to figure out what to do with it.  I decided on a wall hanging as it would display the figure in the board nicely. ...
By: NelsonStudios

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 26 Mar 2013 08:04:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Greek-Lyre/
Greek Lyre - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVR/H9Y0/HEQ356ED/FVRH9Y0HEQ356ED.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVR/H9Y0/HEQ356ED/FVRH9Y0HEQ356ED.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVR/H9Y0/HEQ356ED/FVRH9Y0HEQ356ED.SMALL.jpg manthony7 For school, we had to do a project on Greek mythology and I decided to do mine on Orpheus, a hero and musician. He charmed Pluto into allowing his dead wife to come back to the living world to be with him by using his talent in playing the lyre. Thus, I made a working lyre out of quarter inch wood, ...
By: manthony7

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 25 Mar 2013 17:57:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Steel-Wool-and-Vinegar-Wood-AgingEbonizingWeathe/
Steel Wool and Vinegar Wood Aging/Ebonizing/Weathering (A Controlled Experiment) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/D5G4/HEI4FOG4/FC6D5G4HEI4FOG4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/D5G4/HEI4FOG4/FC6D5G4HEI4FOG4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/D5G4/HEI4FOG4/FC6D5G4HEI4FOG4.SMALL.jpg kjbills I have read a lot about using Steel Wool and Vinegar to age/weather new wood. I guess the acidic solution reacts with the Tannins in the wood to create a chemical reaction to weather and essentially stain the wood with somewhat of an acid wash. I decided to do a test of various commonly found woods ...
By: kjbills

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Mar 2013 22:13:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Reclaimed-6-drawer-Dresser-TECHSHOP-BUILT/
Reclaimed 6 drawer Dresser (TECHSHOP BUILT)!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/SJOK/HEI4FNK5/FV5SJOKHEI4FNK5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/SJOK/HEI4FNK5/FV5SJOKHEI4FNK5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/SJOK/HEI4FNK5/FV5SJOKHEI4FNK5.SMALL.jpg kjbills I was asked by a friend to make her a dresser...the only thing that she mentioned is that she wanted it to look old. Old is not that easy for a novice like me, but I said yes, and she gave me a idea of what she was looking for, and I got started. GOOD THING I HAVE A TECH SHOP MEMBERSHIP!!!! ...
By: kjbills

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Mar 2013 21:30:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Egg-holders-egg-cups/
Egg holders (egg cups) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Q/0MG1/HEBNNYF9/F1Q0MG1HEBNNYF9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Q/0MG1/HEBNNYF9/F1Q0MG1HEBNNYF9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Q/0MG1/HEBNNYF9/F1Q0MG1HEBNNYF9.SMALL.jpg wilderking These egg holders are proving very popular on our website (www.cadeauxdelaforge.fr), and as Easter is just around the corner I thought I would put instructions for making them on here.  They look great with a small chocolate egg in and wrapped in cellophane and make a more useful and lasting Easter...
By: wilderking

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Mar 2013 12:56:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/UpCycled-Pallet-Desk/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUX/O3R4/HEBNNO37/FUXO3R4HEBNNO37.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUX/O3R4/HEBNNO37/FUXO3R4HEBNNO37.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUX/O3R4/HEBNNO37/FUXO3R4HEBNNO37.SMALL.jpg repeet13 I have been wanting for some time a desk large enough for my computer on one side, and workspace on the other. You guys are only getting this photostream because as a novice woodworking, I know there are way better builds, and methods to use while building than I have. Therefore, I present this more...
By: repeet13

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 Mar 2013 13:31:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wooden-IPad-2-case/
Wooden IPad 2 case - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFB/T73F/HE7D9YHN/FFBT73FHE7D9YHN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFB/T73F/HE7D9YHN/FFBT73FHE7D9YHN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFB/T73F/HE7D9YHN/FFBT73FHE7D9YHN.SMALL.jpg ipadcasedesignteam This is a step by step guide to manufacturing a case for your Ipad 2 using 1/8" plywood and an industrial CO2 laser (in conjuction with Autodesk Inventer) Materials: - 12"x24" sheets of plywood (2) - Industrial CO2 laser - Computer with autodesk Inventor and corel (Interface with laser) - 1/4" magn...
By: ipadcasedesignteam

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 Mar 2013 05:07:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Wooden-Horse/
Build a Wooden Horse - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXL/UH2C/HE7CSHXE/FXLUH2CHE7CSHXE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXL/UH2C/HE7CSHXE/FXLUH2CHE7CSHXE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXL/UH2C/HE7CSHXE/FXLUH2CHE7CSHXE.SMALL.jpg fcabezas as the first part of the project we have a render which build. Modeling in Autodesk Inventor in the second part of the horse do the modeling in Autodesk Inventor or AutoCAD. as the third part, we develop the modeling in a 3D modeling program, as inventor or autocad The 3D modeling project wit...
By: fcabezas

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 13 Mar 2013 20:45:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Horizontal-Vise-My-table-top-Shavehorse-without-t/
Horizontal Vise (My table top Shavehorse without the horse) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8T/KPWF/HE07PLBO/F8TKPWFHE07PLBO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8T/KPWF/HE07PLBO/F8TKPWFHE07PLBO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8T/KPWF/HE07PLBO/F8TKPWFHE07PLBO.SMALL.jpg gilleseg I have wanted for some time a Shavehorse. However I do not have the room to store it. So I decided t build a scaled down version of it, that didn't require foot pressure, just simple clamping like in a vise. For those of you who do not know what a Shavehorse is I have included a photo and some link...
By: gilleseg

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 11 Mar 2013 07:31:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Farmhouse-Table/
Build a Farmhouse Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/YXZG/HDP32G3I/FWHYXZGHDP32G3I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/YXZG/HDP32G3I/FWHYXZGHDP32G3I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/YXZG/HDP32G3I/FWHYXZGHDP32G3I.SMALL.jpg kentdvm A farmhouse table has a wonderful aura of warmth and history.  After completing my window seat, I decided to build one.  A table is a relatively simple project and here's how I built mine.   If you are interested in building a window seat, you can read about it here http://www.instructables.com/id...
By: kentdvm

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Mar 2013 11:58:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Childs-Imagination-Throne/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL1/BLGB/HDOW6WM3/FL1BLGBHDOW6WM3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL1/BLGB/HDOW6WM3/FL1BLGBHDOW6WM3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL1/BLGB/HDOW6WM3/FL1BLGBHDOW6WM3.SMALL.jpg NelsonStudios I wanted to build something whimsical with my son, something different.  Since he is all about wood and trees right now (setting aside his enjoyment of watch them fall down) and his current favorite book is about a Frog King I went with a throne.  I was hoping to give the impression that is is made ...
By: NelsonStudios

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Mar 2013 06:39:59 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Made-it-at-TechShop-RDU-How-to-refurbish-an-Old-S/
Made it at TechShop RDU- How to refurbish an Old Skateboard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV4/49ZV/HDOW6TU6/FV449ZVHDOW6TU6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV4/49ZV/HDOW6TU6/FV449ZVHDOW6TU6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV4/49ZV/HDOW6TU6/FV449ZVHDOW6TU6.SMALL.jpg RaleighBKV This is an Instructable on refurbishing an old skateboard. I did this at TechShop RDU in Raleigh, NC: www.techshop.ws. Also, here's my new Etsy page:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/LeadfootPressings I've had this skateboard since I was a child, and decided recently I was going to teach my dog to pull i...
By: RaleighBKV

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 3 Mar 2013 15:38:48 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/I-Made-this-at-TechShop-How-to-Make-a-Wooden-Ring-/
I Made this at TechShop-How to Make a Wooden Ring (Teak) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP9/QR1N/HD4VNEFJ/FP9QR1NHD4VNEFJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP9/QR1N/HD4VNEFJ/FP9QR1NHD4VNEFJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP9/QR1N/HD4VNEFJ/FP9QR1NHD4VNEFJ.SMALL.jpg RaleighBKV Take a look at TechShop: http://www.techshop.ws The following is an instructable on making a wooden ring out of teak at Techshop RDU. These rings can be made out of any hardwood, but teak is both water resistant and strong enough to remain intact, even with a slender profile.   Take a look at the ...
By: RaleighBKV

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 25 Feb 2013 17:31:30 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Illusionists-Heart/
Illusionists Heart - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/G4DP/HD4VQ0MU/FR0G4DPHD4VQ0MU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/G4DP/HD4VQ0MU/FR0G4DPHD4VQ0MU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/G4DP/HD4VQ0MU/FR0G4DPHD4VQ0MU.SMALL.jpg aledt This is my version of the http://www.instructables.com/id/Illusionist-Heart-Locket/ There's a few other versions of this on instructables, and even a company making them to buy (for a fairly ridiculous price), I looked at them and came up with a way of doing it with what tools I have. It didn't com...
By: aledt

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 24 Feb 2013 16:27:45 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Ebonizing-Wood-Study/
Ebonizing Wood Study - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM9/PS22/HD4VPYWW/FM9PS22HD4VPYWW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM9/PS22/HD4VPYWW/FM9PS22HD4VPYWW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM9/PS22/HD4VPYWW/FM9PS22HD4VPYWW.SMALL.jpg nyx702 I have been scouring the internet looking for the best and cheapest way to ebonize wood. If you are not familiar with this term it's basically staining wood a deep dark opaque black. You are trying to simulate the real ebony wood only at a fraction of the cost. There are a variety of ways to do this...
By: nyx702

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 20 Feb 2013 22:31:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/F1-Pinewood-Derby-Car/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F37/XF2Z/HD8Z1BA4/F37XF2ZHD8Z1BA4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F37/XF2Z/HD8Z1BA4/F37XF2ZHD8Z1BA4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F37/XF2Z/HD8Z1BA4/F37XF2ZHD8Z1BA4.SMALL.jpg thefuzzmaster This year was my first pinewood derby! This is the car I made, I designed it after a F1 Racer. My brother drew out the plans, and I did all the cutting, sanding, and painting! I think it turned out really well, I hope you enjoy looking at the finished product, and maybe it'll serve as a source of in...
By: thefuzzmaster

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Feb 2013 15:00:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Free-wooden-crafting-board/
Free wooden crafting board. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3W/P08P/HD4VMB6I/F3WP08PHD4VMB6I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3W/P08P/HD4VMB6I/F3WP08PHD4VMB6I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3W/P08P/HD4VMB6I/F3WP08PHD4VMB6I.SMALL.jpg sgfidlin This is how you make a  free crafting board! Warning this should not be used for cooking. Materials -6 wood samples -duct tape -wood glue Wood Glue together all six wood pieces with wood glue. Press them together and let it dry for at least 3 hours. Duct tape Duct tape the whole back of the...
By: sgfidlin

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Feb 2013 11:38:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/dollar-bill-skeleton/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F58/FKPR/HD4VQ7F8/F58FKPRHD4VQ7F8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F58/FKPR/HD4VQ7F8/F58FKPRHD4VQ7F8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F58/FKPR/HD4VQ7F8/F58FKPRHD4VQ7F8.SMALL.jpg simonfman something my girlfriend and i worked on last summer.
By: simonfman

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 Feb 2013 08:24:53 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-adjustable-feet-for-a-butcher-block-Made-at/
Make adjustable feet for a butcher block - Made at Techshop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTY/DLLE/HD4VO9FF/FTYDLLEHD4VO9FF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTY/DLLE/HD4VO9FF/FTYDLLEHD4VO9FF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTY/DLLE/HD4VO9FF/FTYDLLEHD4VO9FF.SMALL.jpg workislove Someone I know recently commisioned a cutting board from me - as described in my earlier instructable how to make an end grain cutting board. But instead of making a normal size cutting board, they wanted a full-on butcher block, and I decided that instead of just being a solid block, it needed some...
By: workislove

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Feb 2013 02:55:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Carve-Neckerchief-Slide/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F70/Y58E/HD2RDPVZ/F70Y58EHD2RDPVZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F70/Y58E/HD2RDPVZ/F70Y58EHD2RDPVZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F70/Y58E/HD2RDPVZ/F70Y58EHD2RDPVZ.SMALL.jpg karlh1 1. Cut off a piece of wood 2. Chisel off the faces 3. Bore a hole in the center 4. File and sand to a smooth finish 5. Coat with oil and buff This neckerchief makes a great project or gift for any Boy Scout/ Eagle Scout. Visit http://renewburbia.blogspot.com/2013/02/how-to-carve-neckerchief-slide.h...
By: karlh1

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 12 Feb 2013 17:55:11 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-A-Bullroarer/
How To Make A Bullroarer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSH/E2CS/HCV92AFB/FSHE2CSHCV92AFB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSH/E2CS/HCV92AFB/FSHE2CSHCV92AFB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSH/E2CS/HCV92AFB/FSHE2CSHCV92AFB.SMALL.jpg cap n crunch Bullroarers are a ceremonial noisemaker, toy and signaling device. They are native to many parts of the world, including Australia, Scandinavia, Mali, the British Isles, and all over the Americas. Bullroarers make a distinct, low-pitched sound that can travel for long distances. Above all, they are ...
By: cap n crunch

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 12 Feb 2013 12:24:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Stylish-Toddler-Bed-for-Under-40/
Simple & Stylish Toddler Bed for Under $40 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Y/CPDH/HD2RTUZY/F6YCPDHHD2RTUZY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Y/CPDH/HD2RTUZY/F6YCPDHHD2RTUZY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Y/CPDH/HD2RTUZY/F6YCPDHHD2RTUZY.SMALL.jpg tjesse As a parent, I am constantly learning new things about my daughter’s likes and dislikes. I recently learned that her all-in-one bed is pointless if she will not sleep in it. It was supposed to transform with the growing needs of our child, but try telling her that. Our original toddler bed is just a...
By: tjesse

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