http://www.instructables.com Sun, 19 May 2013 10:09:22 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Chrome-Plating-of-Car-Headlights-and-Parts/
Chrome Plating of Car Headlights and Parts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZK/WH02/HGU2OSYW/FZKWH02HGU2OSYW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZK/WH02/HGU2OSYW/FZKWH02HGU2OSYW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZK/WH02/HGU2OSYW/FZKWH02HGU2OSYW.SMALL.jpg kjegelan I want to shear my experience with Electroplating parts with, Copper,Nickel, and Chrome.  I will update this Instructable with more photos, and more detailed instructions later. This shows the basic for it. If there's anyone interested out there, I will help out as good as I can.  Sorry about the l...
By: kjegelan

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 May 2013 02:14:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Vertical-Garden-2/
Vertical Garden - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/0BWU/HGH70UCZ/FXE0BWUHGH70UCZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/0BWU/HGH70UCZ/FXE0BWUHGH70UCZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/0BWU/HGH70UCZ/FXE0BWUHGH70UCZ.SMALL.jpg L.A.Woman I moved from a house with a huge back yard to a place with a pretty nice sized balcony.  As much as I love to garden, space was going to be a challenge as well as dealing with potted plants.  I needed my herb garden (because, who doesn't NEED fresh herbs?) but I had no desire for little pots to be t...
By: L.A.Woman

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 May 2013 21:07:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Book-Light/
Book Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUT/JE1I/HGH6Y6OQ/FUTJE1IHGH6Y6OQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUT/JE1I/HGH6Y6OQ/FUTJE1IHGH6Y6OQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUT/JE1I/HGH6Y6OQ/FUTJE1IHGH6Y6OQ.SMALL.jpg scooterB So I recently saw the book light that Typerwriter Boneyard put together and really liked it... Except for the $140 price tag.  So I decided to make my own.  This was not a very technical build but was time consuming with getting the wiring channels cut out.  Total cost was right around $35.  $20 of ...
By: scooterB

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 May 2013 20:03:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Chemical-Storage-Rack/
Chemical Storage Rack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP9/Z7DR/HFD1EDHG/FP9Z7DRHFD1EDHG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP9/Z7DR/HFD1EDHG/FP9Z7DRHFD1EDHG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP9/Z7DR/HFD1EDHG/FP9Z7DRHFD1EDHG.SMALL.jpg Dronious This summer I am going to be disassembling the engine in my pick up truck and have been trying to get my garage organized so the project goes a little smoother.  After looking at the shelves where I store my chemicals, cleaners, paints, and lubricants I was exceedingly dissatisfied with it.  I looke...
By: Dronious

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 17 Apr 2013 15:48:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Aquaponics-from-mostly-re-purposed-material/
Easy Aquaponics from "mostly" re-purposed materials - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGS/RNL0/HFD18KPA/FGSRNL0HFD18KPA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGS/RNL0/HFD18KPA/FGSRNL0HFD18KPA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGS/RNL0/HFD18KPA/FGSRNL0HFD18KPA.SMALL.jpg damionflynn Okay folks - let me have it. My first Instructable was some time ago and it wasn't much so I thought to myself, "how can I really bring some value to the community" and this is what I came up with. My son (15) and I built this over two weekends. Granted, if you had the supplies ready and handy, you ...
By: damionflynn

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 18 Apr 2013 13:02:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/End-Table-from-Reused-wood-pallet/
Pallet End Table from Reused Wood - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/D9J4/HFPTHZEX/FO8D9J4HFPTHZEX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/D9J4/HFPTHZEX/FO8D9J4HFPTHZEX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/D9J4/HFPTHZEX/FO8D9J4HFPTHZEX.SMALL.jpg SirPhobos15 This Instructable is for a neat looking little end table. The plus side about this end table is that it is made from reused lumber from a shipping pallet and I also reused the nails I pulled out of the pallet as well. So in the long run it would save a tree from potentially being cut down to replace...
By: SirPhobos15

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 21 Apr 2013 21:27:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Boards-Baling-Twine-A-Rafter-Bookshelf/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF5/A5YY/HFPTH42A/FF5A5YYHFPTH42A.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF5/A5YY/HFPTH42A/FF5A5YYHFPTH42A.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF5/A5YY/HFPTH42A/FF5A5YYHFPTH42A.SMALL.jpg gwylan Just after I finished building my small (~200 square feet) house (if any such project can ever be said to be done) I found myself in dire need of more bookshelves. I’d built one in next to my desk, and had one short stretch of wall where I could position a freestanding set of shelves, but that was i...
By: gwylan

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 12:17:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Use-a-Horizontal-Bandsaw-With-Accuracy-and/
How to Use a Horizontal Bandsaw (With Accuracy and Precision) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/WEYO/HFPTRILH/FBLWEYOHFPTRILH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/WEYO/HFPTRILH/FBLWEYOHFPTRILH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/WEYO/HFPTRILH/FBLWEYOHFPTRILH.SMALL.jpg jtinst This is a horizontal bandsaw.  It's usually used to cut stock to rough length, but with a couple of tricks and a bit of finesse you can use it to cut accurately (within a few thousands) again and again. Measure and Mark the Workpiece First, measure and mark your workpiece.  Using a little Dykem B...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 19:02:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-rad-solar-panels-with-a-sweet-desktop-laminat/
Make rad solar panels in minutes with a sweet desktop laminator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO2/GEB0/HFWSTA41/FO2GEB0HFWSTA41.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO2/GEB0/HFWSTA41/FO2GEB0HFWSTA41.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO2/GEB0/HFWSTA41/FO2GEB0HFWSTA41.SMALL.jpg prank I know what you're thinking.  It's written all over your face.  You're all, "awww, man!  I'm sitting here, ready to make a solar panel, and I've got my silicon cells and EVA all ready and waiting, but my dang kid just threw my soldering iron at the glass I was going to use for the frontsheet, and no...
By: prank

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 25 Apr 2013 11:48:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Modern-Black-Iron-Pipe-Bench-Entryway-Table/
Easy Modern Black Iron Pipe Bench / Entryway Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGE/53U7/HFSHEVFO/FGE53U7HFSHEVFO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGE/53U7/HFSHEVFO/FGE53U7HFSHEVFO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGE/53U7/HFSHEVFO/FGE53U7HFSHEVFO.SMALL.jpg koalalana I started this project because I wanted an affordable bench/entryway table for my front door and didn't like anything I found in stores in my price range.  It's so easy to make and the materials are pretty affordable, too! Heavily inspired by the tutorials at http://homemade-modern.com/ Materials...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 25 Apr 2013 23:01:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Funky-Lamp-from-an-old-Instamatic/
Funky Lamp from an old Instamatic! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD1/GOAN/HFSHT82F/FD1GOANHFSHT82F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD1/GOAN/HFSHT82F/FD1GOANHFSHT82F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD1/GOAN/HFSHT82F/FD1GOANHFSHT82F.SMALL.jpg ctx1985 Hey everyone, So I just joined Instructables a little over a month ago and now I'm addicted to creating and building! Ok, so before I get into this one, I need to caution any potential builders: Although this lamp is pretty nifty, as far as electronics go, it's about as unsafe as you can get. usin...
By: ctx1985

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 26 Apr 2013 12:15:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Space-Shuttle-Rocket-Stove-/
Space Shuttle Rocket Stove :) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/VU2V/HFSHVSEF/FCPVU2VHFSHVSEF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/VU2V/HFSHVSEF/FCPVU2VHFSHVSEF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/VU2V/HFSHVSEF/FCPVU2VHFSHVSEF.SMALL.jpg msel This is my heavy rocket stove, its name is space shuttle because of the color :) This 10x10 cm metal profile, I cuted it with 45 degree angle
By: msel

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2013 12:50:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Stamped-Metal-Garden-Markers/
DIY Stamped Metal Garden Markers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FER/ZQIM/HFSHFKXK/FERZQIMHFSHFKXK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FER/ZQIM/HFSHFKXK/FERZQIMHFSHFKXK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FER/ZQIM/HFSHFKXK/FERZQIMHFSHFKXK.SMALL.jpg rhodylife I was looking for a different way to mark the herbs that I put in my planter, and after coming across some inspiration, I decided to run with the idea of stamped metal. I did some research on types of metal and found hollow welding tubes, and thought those would make the perfect garden stakes. Mat...
By: rhodylife

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2013 18:41:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Over-the-Shoulder-Camera-Mount/
Over-the-Shoulder Camera Mount - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUI/KM8X/HFSHU5W2/FUIKM8XHFSHU5W2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUI/KM8X/HFSHU5W2/FUIKM8XHFSHU5W2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUI/KM8X/HFSHU5W2/FUIKM8XHFSHU5W2.SMALL.jpg CourtneyGaudet This tutorial will show you how to make a camera mount that you carry on your back or your chest. You will need: 1 x PVC Cap 3 x "T" Pipes 1 x 7" PVC Pipe 2 x 8" PVC  Pipes 2 x 10" PVC Pipes 6 x 1.5" PVC Pipes 4 x 90 Degree Pipes 2 x 45 Degree Pipes 2 x Sleeping Bag Straps Step One On ...
By: CourtneyGaudet

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Apr 2013 07:23:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Floating-GameDVD-Self/
Floating Game/DVD Self - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/11DG/HFSHTOYF/FRC11DGHFSHTOYF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/11DG/HFSHTOYF/FRC11DGHFSHTOYF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/11DG/HFSHTOYF/FRC11DGHFSHTOYF.SMALL.jpg Zaqq Around a few years ago, a buddy of mine saw a article on the internet on how to make a floating game shelf. He showed me a picture of it and asked me to make one for him. This is what I came up with.  Materials Here is what you need: An DVD or video game case Scissors, X-Acto, or Dremel Phillips ...
By: Zaqq

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Apr 2013 19:27:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hop-Trellis-from-old-extending-Pool-Skimmer-Pole/
Hop Trellis from old extending Pool Skimmer Pole - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHH/PSC5/HFSHFH00/FHHPSC5HFSHFH00.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHH/PSC5/HFSHFH00/FHHPSC5HFSHFH00.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHH/PSC5/HFSHFH00/FHHPSC5HFSHFH00.SMALL.jpg jamob I needed to come up with a cheap hop trellis for some hops I need to relocate. I had an old pool skimmer pole to use for a base. I found and an old kitchen sink strainer basket lying around the shop that was perfect for tying twine through the side holes. The only thing I purchased was the twin...
By: jamob

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Apr 2013 18:18:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-install-a-structured-wiring-enclosure/
How to install a structured wiring enclosure - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOH/KIL5/HFWSTNTQ/FOHKIL5HFWSTNTQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOH/KIL5/HFWSTNTQ/FOHKIL5HFWSTNTQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOH/KIL5/HFWSTNTQ/FOHKIL5HFWSTNTQ.SMALL.jpg dsayed My home had a small wiring enclosure in the hall closet. It contained a mess of telephone cable and coax for cable TV. It turned out that the phone cable was actually Cat-5 going to each phone outlet and I wanted to use this to distribute wired Internet to the outlets and in some rooms have wired In...
By: dsayed

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Apr 2013 12:12:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-and-Easy-Silt-Fencing-Raised-Garden-Beds/
Cheap and Easy Silt Fencing Raised Garden Beds - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAC/3KA7/HFSHTFRS/FAC3KA7HFSHTFRS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAC/3KA7/HFSHTFRS/FAC3KA7HFSHTFRS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAC/3KA7/HFSHTFRS/FAC3KA7HFSHTFRS.SMALL.jpg rds1955 Last year I decided to put a Raised Bed Garden in my back yard, and got most of it built, but was snuck up on by a chronic illness which basically has sapped me of my stamina and endurance, but not my determination. I wanted to find a non-strenuous, less demanding method of finishing my garden beds ...
By: rds1955

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Apr 2013 18:32:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fold-Out-Desk-From-Scratch-and-Chair-Refurbishment/
Fold Out Desk From Scratch and Chair Refurbishment - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC5/U7WW/HFPTIVU1/FC5U7WWHFPTIVU1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC5/U7WW/HFPTIVU1/FC5U7WWHFPTIVU1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC5/U7WW/HFPTIVU1/FC5U7WWHFPTIVU1.SMALL.jpg jrichardson16 So in this instructable Im going to show how i made a decent sised fold out desk to squeeze into my small room, as well as a quick refurbishment of an old chair to compliment it. The Room. My room is fairly small, and its a squeeze to fit things in at the best of times. so when I found I needed a...
By: jrichardson16

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 May 2013 13:38:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wooden-Mallet-Made-at-TechShop/
Wooden Mallet Made. I made it at TechShop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/PXVT/HFWSUA1S/FZNPXVTHFWSUA1S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/PXVT/HFWSUA1S/FZNPXVTHFWSUA1S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/PXVT/HFWSUA1S/FZNPXVTHFWSUA1S.SMALL.jpg jshroyer Shopping list: -3/4" thick 6" wide by 18" long wood (I chose Maple) -BB's, Lead weights, Dust from bench grinder, Steel bar stock, or any thing else that is dense and can fit in the mallet. (I went with BB's because you can buy a lot really easily) -Wood glue (I went with titebond III because its my...
By: jshroyer

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 May 2013 05:19:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Altoids-Smalls-Solar-Powered-USB-Charger/
Altoids Smalls Solar Powered USB Charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/XJSP/HFSHW1BX/FFDXJSPHFSHW1BX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/XJSP/HFSHW1BX/FFDXJSPHFSHW1BX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/XJSP/HFSHW1BX/FFDXJSPHFSHW1BX.SMALL.jpg bird123457 This instructable will teach you how to make your very own solar powered USB charger out of an Altoids Smalls tin. It is an eco-friendly way to conserve energy. The Solar Panel I am using for this project has a dial on it so you can chose your output number of volts, therefore I am able to use it fo...
By: bird123457

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 06:25:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/End-Grain-Butcher-Block-Door/
End Grain Butcher Block Door - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDI/UI20/HFPTJWRE/FDIUI20HFPTJWRE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDI/UI20/HFPTJWRE/FDIUI20HFPTJWRE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDI/UI20/HFPTJWRE/FDIUI20HFPTJWRE.SMALL.jpg SchweezyRider So because I'm apparently an idiot, I thought this project would take just about 2 weeks.  2 months later, I am sick and tired of end grain, but I have what I think is a pretty kick ass door.  I made it at Tech Shop (and thank god I had Tech Shop because otherwise, this damn thing would have taken 5...
By: SchweezyRider

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 16:38:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Jeep-heart-and-Harley-soul/
Jeep heart and Harley soul... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6R/71QX/HFSHW48Z/F6R71QXHFSHW48Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6R/71QX/HFSHW48Z/F6R71QXHFSHW48Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6R/71QX/HFSHW48Z/F6R71QXHFSHW48Z.SMALL.jpg rizingf3nix So you like your jeep wrangler on the bright sunny days with the top and doors off, but you'd love to ride it feet forward like a Harley? Here's how I did it on mine.  Note the ubiquitous disclaimer: You are responsible for how you use and interpret this information. This is simply a demo of how I ...
By: rizingf3nix

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 20:21:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/What-to-do-with-old-shutters/
What to do with old shutters! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGL/EVTD/HFWSV08O/FGLEVTDHFWSV08O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGL/EVTD/HFWSV08O/FGLEVTDHFWSV08O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGL/EVTD/HFWSV08O/FGLEVTDHFWSV08O.SMALL.jpg Honeylam Do you have some old shutters, or know where to get some.  I was lucky enough to come across a bundle of them that had been stored outside for quite a while.  I knew that with a little TLC they could be beautiful and useful! Sand them, or don't! I hand sanded for hours.  Because I was using Old F...
By: Honeylam

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 May 2013 08:31:51 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/Tool-DIY-Helping-Hands-Tool-and-Material-Holder-/
Tool : DIY Helping Hands Tool and Material Holder from PVC - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCU/KEJV/HGJ4YJ1X/FCUKEJVHGJ4YJ1X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCU/KEJV/HGJ4YJ1X/FCUKEJVHGJ4YJ1X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCU/KEJV/HGJ4YJ1X/FCUKEJVHGJ4YJ1X.SMALL.jpg ATXVlad At ATXHackerspace and in my home shop, I often find myself wishing I had a second set of hands to hold items in place while I work on them - either gluing, painting, sanding etc. I was inspired by the set of "helping hands" I use on my electronics bench and decided to make a large set of helping han...
By: ATXVlad

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 13:23:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Darrieus-Wind-Turbine/
Darrieus Wind Turbine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMP/WTA2/HGH6QOS2/FMPWTA2HGH6QOS2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMP/WTA2/HGH6QOS2/FMPWTA2HGH6QOS2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMP/WTA2/HGH6QOS2/FMPWTA2HGH6QOS2.SMALL.jpg the umbrellas Our team created a wind powered generator in the form of a Darrieus Vertical Axis Wind Turbine.  Our aim was to create a turbine which generated as much power possible using motor in a wind tunnel. We also needed to design the wind turbine with a specific market in mind. We decided that our turbine ...
By: the umbrellas

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 08:39:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Carved-drinking-horn/
Carved drinking horn - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F40/YII9/HGH71GHF/F40YII9HGH71GHF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F40/YII9/HGH71GHF/F40YII9HGH71GHF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F40/YII9/HGH71GHF/F40YII9HGH71GHF.SMALL.jpg RuudvandeLooij Every person eating tons of meat and drinking even more beer is either a dwarf or a viking. So what do all those people need? A drinking horn. This instructables will cover all steps I did for my drinking horn. This includes some simple carving and metalwork and excludes the proces of preparing the...
By: RuudvandeLooij

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 May 2013 03:41:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-carbon-tape-heated-vest/
DIY carbon tape heated vest - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFX/5RFW/HGU2P22F/FFX5RFWHGU2P22F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFX/5RFW/HGU2P22F/FFX5RFWHGU2P22F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFX/5RFW/HGU2P22F/FFX5RFWHGU2P22F.SMALL.jpg Shenzhen The pattern made from some factory vest. 6 meters of carbon flex tape placed on back and both sides. By touch carbon is a little bit like a loose weave silk. It's very soft but strong enough. Because of big length it provide uniform heating of body. Back. Front. Tape connected in paralle...
By: Shenzhen

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 13:17:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Indoor-Garden-with-Thrifty-Supplies/
Indoor Garden with Thrifty Supplies - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/GM2I/HGH6K54H/FZTGM2IHGH6K54H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/GM2I/HGH6K54H/FZTGM2IHGH6K54H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/GM2I/HGH6K54H/FZTGM2IHGH6K54H.SMALL.jpg dakota1301 I started this thrifty project with an attempt to see how growing herbs indoors would work. Creating an indoor herb planter seemed like an easy enough task, and to my delight, I was right. As a usually thrifty person, I didn’t want to make it a big project and I didn’t want to spend too much money o...
By: dakota1301

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 06:54:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Croquet-storage-box-from-one-pallet/
Croquet storage box from single pallet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBR/0PA7/HGH721N6/FBR0PA7HGH721N6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBR/0PA7/HGH721N6/FBR0PA7HGH721N6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBR/0PA7/HGH721N6/FBR0PA7HGH721N6.SMALL.jpg seamster My family likes croquet. A few years ago I replaced all the cheap screw-on mallet heads in our set with permanent heads made from oak. This necessitated a new storage case, as all the pieces of the set no longer fit in the one they came with. I made this storage box from a single stringer-style pa...
By: seamster

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 20:48:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Modern-Indirect-Multicolored-Accent-Light/
Modern Indirect Multicolored Accent Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7T/KE7U/HGIEVVTM/F7TKE7UHGIEVVTM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7T/KE7U/HGIEVVTM/F7TKE7UHGIEVVTM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7T/KE7U/HGIEVVTM/F7TKE7UHGIEVVTM.SMALL.jpg pheintzelman Before I started this project I scoured the web for a similar light. When I couldn't find one, I decided to build this.  I like to fiddle with things but have very little construction experience. This turned out quite nice and looks store-bought but this project is straightforward and almost anyone ...
By: pheintzelman

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 11:15:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Binder-Clips-with-Attitude/
Binder Clips with Attitude - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ1/CQSJ/HGH72BDW/FZ1CQSJHGH72BDW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ1/CQSJ/HGH72BDW/FZ1CQSJHGH72BDW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ1/CQSJ/HGH72BDW/FZ1CQSJHGH72BDW.SMALL.jpg egp Etch words onto binder clips to add some attitude to your office supplies. This is another quick and easy project to make on a laser cutter. (I just joined TechShop, and I now have access to all kinds of wonderful equipment, so this is one in a series of "I made it at TechShop" Instructables.) This...
By: egp

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 11:33:58 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/Redesigning-an-Old-Bench-into-a-Vintage-Gold-Beaut/
Redesigning an Old Bench into a Stylish Gold Beauty - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNW/3CWF/HGH70QDY/FNW3CWFHGH70QDY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNW/3CWF/HGH70QDY/FNW3CWFHGH70QDY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNW/3CWF/HGH70QDY/FNW3CWFHGH70QDY.SMALL.jpg Mandy Spring This bench in front of our house was definitely dumpster worthy in the eyes of most, but with a little attention it came back to life with a new spin. The metal on the grid in the middle and the sides was an ugly mix of green and dark gray, and the wood had been painted a bright pink long ago and re...
By: Mandy Spring

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 17:17:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-SOLAR-FOUNDRY/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM9/8VCF/HGQT4WK6/FM98VCFHGQT4WK6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM9/8VCF/HGQT4WK6/FM98VCFHGQT4WK6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM9/8VCF/HGQT4WK6/FM98VCFHGQT4WK6.SMALL.jpg GREENPOWERSCIENCE The solar tracker keeps our target illuminated for 8 hours a day enabling build temperatures exceeding 2100Ú Celsius, a new personal record.
By: GREENPOWERSCIENCE

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 May 2013 07:13:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sprouting-Chia-and-Other-Small-Seeds/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/KIR9/HGH70QF6/FW2KIR9HGH70QF6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/KIR9/HGH70QF6/FW2KIR9HGH70QF6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/KIR9/HGH70QF6/FW2KIR9HGH70QF6.SMALL.jpg ChrysN In this Instructable I will show you how to sprout small mucilaginous seeds. Because these seeds form a mucilaginous coat when soaked in water they can't be sprouted using the usual mason jar method. These seeds are best grown on terracotta, clay or ceramic dishes or trays. If you are familiar with ...
By: ChrysN

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 17:43:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-cut-Acrylic-License-Plate-Frame/
Laser-cut Acrylic License Plate Frame - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/OP0Z/HGH6QP0U/FBQOP0ZHGH6QP0U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/OP0Z/HGH6QP0U/FBQOP0ZHGH6QP0U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/OP0Z/HGH6QP0U/FBQOP0ZHGH6QP0U.SMALL.jpg tcone For years, my mother refused to go rafting, despite the fact that my dad, my brother, and I took at least a trip a year as we grew up.  Finally, when both my brother and I became guides, she caved and, though apprehensive right up until we finally pushed off from the put-in beach and on edge for a g...
By: tcone

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 15:16:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hold-CDs-with-a-Book/
Hold CDs with a Book - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZI/9KSM/HGPRA2WX/FZI9KSMHGPRA2WX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZI/9KSM/HGPRA2WX/FZI9KSMHGPRA2WX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZI/9KSM/HGPRA2WX/FZI9KSMHGPRA2WX.SMALL.jpg leondo I admit. I abuse the CDs in my car. Its not intentional. The CDs indirectly get scratched from the constant centrifugal force I exert when I'm making left and right turns. CD sheering is never pleasant to my ears. Nothing worse than hearing skipped tunes on your way to work. Materials Materials: ...
By: leondo

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 19:08:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Brick-Planter-Box/
Easy Brick Planter Box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6K/WH0K/HGH6RFLS/F6KWH0KHGH6RFLS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6K/WH0K/HGH6RFLS/F6KWH0KHGH6RFLS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6K/WH0K/HGH6RFLS/F6KWH0KHGH6RFLS.SMALL.jpg Mandy Spring I've been a fan of instructables for about a month now and finally I decided to create my first entry in hopes of winning the cute little terrarium in the gardening contest (*^.^) This project is super simple and involves no tools, just a bit of elbow grease moving bricks around. I thought of the id...
By: Mandy Spring

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 15:13:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Planted-Woodland-Chair-easy/
Planted Woodland Chair (easy) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/3Q92/HGH727TW/FZM3Q92HGH727TW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/3Q92/HGH727TW/FZM3Q92HGH727TW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/3Q92/HGH727TW/FZM3Q92HGH727TW.SMALL.jpg CityGirl6 There is an area under my deck that doesn't get much sun so it was bare dirt for a long time; unfortunately it's the first thing you see when you come down the stairs into the yard.  At one point I added fern, but I wanted more so I made this planted chair as a focal point.   You could complete the...
By: CityGirl6

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 20:03:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Home-Hydroponics-Setup/
How to Build a Home Hydroponics System - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/OKBE/FVTVSKNQ/FR0OKBEFVTVSKNQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/OKBE/FVTVSKNQ/FR0OKBEFVTVSKNQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR0/OKBE/FVTVSKNQ/FR0OKBEFVTVSKNQ.SMALL.jpg tombuss2000 I show you how I set up my hydroponics system, and the parts needed, the tools used and where I bought them. I am no expert in the Hydroponics field, but I am quite happy to share anything I have learned with you here.We will look at the lighting, the cooling system, a few safety features, tim...
By: tombuss2000

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 12 Jun 2009 13:37:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Generator-Patio-Furniture-Made-from-Recycled-/
Bike Generator Patio Furniture Made from Recycled Materials w/ Voltage Regulated Battery Charging System - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F52/VIWN/HGH71Q7L/F52VIWNHGH71Q7L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F52/VIWN/HGH71Q7L/F52VIWNHGH71Q7L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F52/VIWN/HGH71Q7L/F52VIWNHGH71Q7L.SMALL.jpg KlockworkKevin For this project I refined some of the lessons I've learned building (or trying to build) bike generators in the past in an attempt to build one that was quiet, less obtrusive in our living space, and capable of being used by a bicycle without any modifications or additions to the bicycle. The Table...
By: KlockworkKevin

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 15:39:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Magnetic-Parts-Holder/
Simple Magnetic Parts Holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWU/JHJZ/HGIEVTTO/FWUJHJZHGIEVTTO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWU/JHJZ/HGIEVTTO/FWUJHJZHGIEVTTO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWU/JHJZ/HGIEVTTO/FWUJHJZHGIEVTTO.SMALL.jpg jmuszynski I was looking to make a quick parts holder for a outdoor project I was working on. Using a salvaged hard drive magnet as the holder, I was able to fit eight 2-1/2", sixteen 1-1/2" screws, and a drill key chuck on my simple D.I.Y. magnetic parts holder. Parts Required Parts -Either find a hard dr...
By: jmuszynski

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 22:42:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-rim-chandelier/
Bike rim chandelier - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZP/N7Y1/HGH725OY/FZPN7Y1HGH725OY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZP/N7Y1/HGH725OY/FZPN7Y1HGH725OY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZP/N7Y1/HGH725OY/FZPN7Y1HGH725OY.SMALL.jpg openproducts If you own a bicycle repair shop and would like to diversify your portfolio of services then lighting may be an opportunity to do good business: this reused bike rim LED chandelier can be produced at low cost and quite quickly. Material required:  - An old bike wheel (absolute minimum: a rim and s...
By: openproducts

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 16:14:59 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/Ultimate-Weed-Removal-Tool/
Ultimate Weed Removal Tool - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN3/Q719/HGH6JHAH/FN3Q719HGH6JHAH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN3/Q719/HGH6JHAH/FN3Q719HGH6JHAH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN3/Q719/HGH6JHAH/FN3Q719HGH6JHAH.SMALL.jpg brianadkison I was tired of crawling through the lawn on my hands and knees using a hand-held weeding tool because I DO NOT like using chemicals on the lawn with pets, kids, and wildlife also being on it.  I saw a similar tool at the BigBox store with a telescoping handle that would get me off the ground, but th...
By: brianadkison

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 May 2013 11:47:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Build-a-Bicycle-Generator-1/
How to Build a Bicycle Generator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/ZOU2/HGIEUZEV/FXEZOU2HGIEUZEV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/ZOU2/HGIEUZEV/FXEZOU2HGIEUZEV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/ZOU2/HGIEUZEV/FXEZOU2HGIEUZEV.SMALL.jpg abemckay Using a few easily accessible parts, you can make a bicycle generator that can power various electronic appliances, such as laptops and batteries! Materials needed: Bicycle Stand Bicycle frame 24V  DC scooter motor DC-DC battery charger A car battery, or something similar DC-AC inverter Wires for e...
By: abemckay

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 22:26:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sign-for-Cottage-lit-by-the-sun/
Sign for Cottage - lit by the sun - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCB/OMS3/HGH71ES7/FCBOMS3HGH71ES7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCB/OMS3/HGH71ES7/FCBOMS3HGH71ES7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCB/OMS3/HGH71ES7/FCBOMS3HGH71ES7.SMALL.jpg sschondo I wanted to make a really cool unique sign for my cottage in Rondeau Park Ontario.  I made it from plywood and acrylic at the Tech Shop in Detroit using a laser cutter.   www.techshop.ws Design and Laser Cut the pieces I designed the sign in Corel Draw.  Then cut the front and back from 1/4 inch...
By: sschondo

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 20:04:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Pallet-Wood-Desk/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL5/FA17/HFSHV3VB/FL5FA17HFSHV3VB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL5/FA17/HFSHV3VB/FL5FA17HFSHV3VB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL5/FA17/HFSHV3VB/FL5FA17HFSHV3VB.SMALL.jpg andyleer 1)Find a handful of old pallets. 2)Break down the pallets and remove all nails. (This is very important as you do not want nails screwing up the SawStop) 3)Using the planer, plane down legs to be all even width/height. Cut legs to length on miter saw. 4)Plane all top boards to same depth. Cut to ...
By: andyleer

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