http://www.instructables.com Thu, 23 May 2013 22:15:41 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/simple-adjustable-portable-spot-light/
simple adjustable portable spot light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/AYVU/HGU2EXJC/FJ5AYVUHGU2EXJC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/AYVU/HGU2EXJC/FJ5AYVUHGU2EXJC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/AYVU/HGU2EXJC/FJ5AYVUHGU2EXJC.SMALL.jpg andrea biffi Having a powerful portable lamp is very useful in makers life. Of course there are very good solutions which you can buy for few bucks, but time ago I loved to work wood, and I've made this nice spotlight stand. You can attack it on any surface and you can adjust the spot at the direction you like. ...
By: andrea biffi

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 11:35:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Better-Strawberry-Pallet-Planter/
How to Make a Better Strawberry Pallet Planter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKF/KXA4/HGU2P2XU/FKFKXA4HGU2P2XU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKF/KXA4/HGU2P2XU/FKFKXA4HGU2P2XU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKF/KXA4/HGU2P2XU/FKFKXA4HGU2P2XU.SMALL.jpg Lovely Greens Over the past year I've come across scores of diy pallet projects, some of them intriguing and others not quite there yet but still having potential. One that I see time and again is the idea of using a single wooden pallet as a strawberry planter. Filled with soil and with plants inserted in the ga...
By: Lovely Greens

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 May 2013 13:26:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-River-Stone-Planter/
DIY River Stone Planter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQI/95IP/HGU2MPHW/FQI95IPHGU2MPHW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQI/95IP/HGU2MPHW/FQI95IPHGU2MPHW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQI/95IP/HGU2MPHW/FQI95IPHGU2MPHW.SMALL.jpg TristaGee This intractable is going to show how to make these beautiful river stone planters. They make charming mother's or father's day gifts, or can just be fun crafts for the family to do together.  These planters are super easy and fun to make. Lets get started!  And please, if you like what I've do...
By: TristaGee

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 May 2013 14:42:52 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/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/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/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/HomeMade-Modern-DIY-Concrete-Lamp/
HomeMade Modern DIY Concrete Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3T/5YEI/HFSHT8CZ/F3T5YEIHFSHT8CZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3T/5YEI/HFSHT8CZ/F3T5YEIHFSHT8CZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3T/5YEI/HFSHT8CZ/F3T5YEIHFSHT8CZ.SMALL.jpg homemademodern This DIY concrete lamp is cast in an empty milk carton. Its small size makes a great starter project for people who haven’t worked with concrete before. The only cost is for a few pounds of cement and the light fixture. Supplies + Tools Milk Carton Reclaimed + Recycled A half gallon milk cart...
By: homemademodern

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 26 Apr 2013 12:56:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/HomeMade-Modern-DIY-Herb-Garden/
HomeMade Modern DIY Herb Garden - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXI/4HXD/HFSH4UJR/FXI4HXDHFSH4UJR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXI/4HXD/HFSH4UJR/FXI4HXDHFSH4UJR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXI/4HXD/HFSH4UJR/FXI4HXDHFSH4UJR.SMALL.jpg homemademodern   Our DIY hanging herb garden can be constructed for less than $30 in a single afternoon. It would work equally well both inside and outside and can be implemented at a variety of different scales. Supplies + Tools Copper Tubing Purchase at Home Depot ¼” copper tubing is available at Home Dep...
By: homemademodern

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 14:41:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/HomeMade-Modern-DIY-Log-Lounger/
HomeMade Modern DIY Log Lounger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNV/N1M9/HFSHUBPY/FNVN1M9HFSHUBPY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNV/N1M9/HFSHUBPY/FNVN1M9HFSHUBPY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNV/N1M9/HFSHUBPY/FNVN1M9HFSHUBPY.SMALL.jpg homemademodern Our partner RYOBI asked us to do an Earth Day project that would demonstrate how eco-friendly tools like their 18 Volt ONE+ Cordless Chainsaw could be used to transform waste into usable home furnishings. The log lounger is a great way to turn yard waste that would end up in l...
By: homemademodern

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2013 14:55:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Soda-can-seedling-container/
Soda can seedling container - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSV/PVRX/HFSH4R8M/FSVPVRXHFSH4R8M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSV/PVRX/HFSH4R8M/FSVPVRXHFSH4R8M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSV/PVRX/HFSH4R8M/FSVPVRXHFSH4R8M.SMALL.jpg upcycled.be You can re-use a lot of small containers to use as seedling containers. From egg cartons to yoghurt pots. I use soda cans for my seedlings. I'll show you how. It's easy. All you need is: - some empty soda cans - scissors that can cut trough the soda can - soil - seeds - water and a self made wateri...
By: upcycled.be

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 21 Apr 2013 16:34:15 PDT 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...
By: innovator007

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Apr 2013 19:48:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tig-Rod-Feeder-Bin-Wall-Challenge/
Tig Rod Feeder (Bin Wall Challenge) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOO/7BU1/HFD1DGVP/FOO7BU1HFD1DGVP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOO/7BU1/HFD1DGVP/FOO7BU1HFD1DGVP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOO/7BU1/HFD1DGVP/FOO7BU1HFD1DGVP.SMALL.jpg jtinst I've been learning to TIG weld and one of the tricky parts to master is feeding the filler rod with my non-dominant hand.  It's been a while since I've done the challenge, so I thought I'd see what I could rustle up in way of an automatic rod feeder using just components from the TechShop bin wall. ...
By: jtinst

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 13:14:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Raised-Bed-Planter/
DIY Raised Bed Planter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/XEDJ/HFD1DDHQ/FJ3XEDJHFD1DDHQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/XEDJ/HFD1DDHQ/FJ3XEDJHFD1DDHQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ3/XEDJ/HFD1DDHQ/FJ3XEDJHFD1DDHQ.SMALL.jpg rhodylife While the title of this DIY suggests that I made a raised bed planter, what it doesn't tell you is how raised it actually is.  This planter sits about 30" off the ground, and actually has legs on it.  I know, right?  That's really tall! This DIY was inspired by Ana White's Plan for Counter Height P...
By: rhodylife

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 12 Apr 2013 13:32:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-DIY-Bent-Plywood-Light-Fixtues/
Easy DIY Bent Plywood Light Fixtues( NO Steaming, laminating or kerf cuts!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/22Q3/HFBK9ZC3/F7Z22Q3HFBK9ZC3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/22Q3/HFBK9ZC3/F7Z22Q3HFBK9ZC3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/22Q3/HFBK9ZC3/F7Z22Q3HFBK9ZC3.SMALL.jpg shazni Why are light fixtures so expensive ....for the life of me I can't understand the exorbitant prices of some light shades. I have never had a reason to buy a shade( cause I lived in places which already had some...and since I didn't own the house..I had no reason to change them)....so I was totally u...
By: shazni

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2013 01:07:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-CDs-Lamp/
Recycled CDs Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ7/7A4Q/HF244C3E/FJ77A4QHF244C3E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ7/7A4Q/HF244C3E/FJ77A4QHF244C3E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ7/7A4Q/HF244C3E/FJ77A4QHF244C3E.SMALL.jpg uncellfish Ever got a stock of useless CDs? Don't throw them away! make a beautiful CDs lamp instead This brief tutorial will show you how to make a very cheap and sustainable lamp out of your old CDs collection Tempted about this? Budget = 10 - 20 EUR Time = 4 - 8 hrs Tools = basic toolbox Difficulty = easy...
By: uncellfish

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 9 Apr 2013 13:49:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-vintage-barnboard-railroad-spike-coak-ra/
Build a "vintage" barn board railroad spike coat rack & hat shelf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRZ/5O4O/HF23MUZQ/FRZ5O4OHF23MUZQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRZ/5O4O/HF23MUZQ/FRZ5O4OHF23MUZQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRZ/5O4O/HF23MUZQ/FRZ5O4OHF23MUZQ.SMALL.gif damianzuch I saw one of these that someone had made and really liked the idea, so I decided to try it myself (and I added about six more feet to the length). There's all sorts of safety hazards with this Instructable so please be careful if you decide to make one. Also, I'm pretty sure you're not allowed to wa...
By: damianzuch

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 6 Apr 2013 13:25:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Beer-Bottle-Lamps/
Beer Bottle Lamps - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEC/ZY8F/HEXS4U8W/FECZY8FHEXS4U8W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEC/ZY8F/HEXS4U8W/FECZY8FHEXS4U8W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEC/ZY8F/HEXS4U8W/FECZY8FHEXS4U8W.SMALL.jpg fabulouswailer Oregon has a number of wonderful microbrewery beers for sale in the supermarkets, some with very cool designs on them. These designs are printed on, or etched into the glass rather than simply having a sticker, and I thought this property could be exploited to display how great the bottles are. So, ...
By: fabulouswailer

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 2 Apr 2013 01:04:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-bookshelf-from-an-old-server-rack-and-scra/
Build a bookshelf from an old server rack and scrap lumber. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMH/BHZQ/HF23RDC5/FMHBHZQHF23RDC5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMH/BHZQ/HF23RDC5/FMHBHZQHF23RDC5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMH/BHZQ/HF23RDC5/FMHBHZQHF23RDC5.SMALL.jpg GeekTinker Arch Reactor, the local Hackerspace in St. Louis, Missouri needed a better bookshelf than the one we were using.  It needed to be sturdy enough to hold books and large enough to hold all of our books, magazines, and games.   (This bookshelf is very sturdy and isn't going anywhere soon, so Please vo...
By: GeekTinker

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 2 Apr 2013 06:53:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-life-sized-active-volcano/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNG/IOX3/HET0ZUS2/FNGIOX3HET0ZUS2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNG/IOX3/HET0ZUS2/FNGIOX3HET0ZUS2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNG/IOX3/HET0ZUS2/FNGIOX3HET0ZUS2.SMALL.gif damianzuch I love my day job! Tina, James VDK and I were fortunate enough to be invited to help build a life-sized volcano (well, it was actually about four stories high...) for a television show. The purpose of the show was ultimately to allow scientists to test various theories on volcanic activity but the f...
By: damianzuch

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Mar 2013 15:56:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Illuminated-Wall-Sconce/
Illuminated Wall Sconce - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPM/Z28U/HET1ENPU/FPMZ28UHET1ENPU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPM/Z28U/HET1ENPU/FPMZ28UHET1ENPU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPM/Z28U/HET1ENPU/FPMZ28UHET1ENPU.SMALL.jpg J3443RY Readily available low cost materials and your personalized palette of colors combine to create this unique wall hanging fixture. Tools & Materials List What you'll need: Aluminum Downspout Bands approximately 13.25" L x 2" W, Average Cost $1.00 each @ any major home improvement or hard...
By: J3443RY

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Mar 2013 18:42:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-Glass-Top-Shadow-Box-Coffee-Table/
How to build Glass Top Shadow Box Coffee Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/NK50/HERLV5LN/F7CNK50HERLV5LN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/NK50/HERLV5LN/F7CNK50HERLV5LN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/NK50/HERLV5LN/F7CNK50HERLV5LN.SMALL.jpg sosclosetsandfurniture A recent project I completed was a glass top shadow box coffee table.  The customer wanted the table refinished and we made some cosmetic changes to update the look.  See pictures. Well her friend had been looking for something similar on the internet but had not had any luck.  She asked if tha...
By: sosclosetsandfurniture

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Mar 2013 08:59:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-SanderVacuum-Box-Dust-Collector-for-your/
Build a Sander/Vacuum Box Dust Collector (for your girlfriend) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F31/4TKN/HELX6J24/F314TKNHELX6J24.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F31/4TKN/HELX6J24/F314TKNHELX6J24.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F31/4TKN/HELX6J24/F314TKNHELX6J24.SMALL.gif damianzuch Here is a very quick and easy table top dust collector that I put together for my poorest girlfriend as she was preparing to sand a bunch of resin cast picture frames. I was hoping to contain most of the nasty resin dust PLUS I had some old metal register metal that needed a project, so she got this...
By: damianzuch

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Mar 2013 12:44:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Star-Wars-Boba-Fett-Lamp/
Star Wars Boba Fett Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPL/P8P4/HEBN0AGK/FPLP8P4HEBN0AGK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPL/P8P4/HEBN0AGK/FPLP8P4HEBN0AGK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPL/P8P4/HEBN0AGK/FPLP8P4HEBN0AGK.SMALL.jpg Major League Mods Thank you for looking.. This is a very easy instructable. You will need a few things to get started. Any style lamp you want or one you have around the house. I took this one from my Mother-in-law :) Boba Fett Helmet RGB Remote LED light bulb from newegg.com or a florescent bulb ONLY !!...
By: Major League Mods

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 16 Mar 2013 20:26:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Closets-with-sliding-barn-style-doors/
Closets with sliding barn-style doors - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFL/7ZUP/HEBN7Y3D/FFL7ZUPHEBN7Y3D.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFL/7ZUP/HEBN7Y3D/FFL7ZUPHEBN7Y3D.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFL/7ZUP/HEBN7Y3D/FFL7ZUPHEBN7Y3D.SMALL.jpg mjp5147 We had a huge room, taking up the whole second story, with no closets. It was time to build his and her closets so we could put some actual use to the spare bedroom downstairs. Pick Locations For Your New Closet(s) In our case the 2 corners were the best place to put the closets. At first we wer...
By: mjp5147

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 16 Mar 2013 07:40:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-50-Home-Theater-Projector-for-March-Madnes/
$5 Home Theater for March Madness - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVY/ANLY/HE7D2UF6/FVYANLYHE7D2UF6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVY/ANLY/HE7D2UF6/FVYANLYHE7D2UF6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVY/ANLY/HE7D2UF6/FVYANLYHE7D2UF6.SMALL.jpg The King of Random Just in time for March Madness!  Here's how to convert your Laptop, Smartphone, or Tablet into a makeshift projector.  It's really cheap, and can add a bit of creative fun to your next sports party! www.thekingofrandom.com Watch The Video! This project is geared mainly toward college stude...
By: The King of Random

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Mar 2013 09:31:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rustic-Tree-Branch-Lamp-Shades/
Rustic Tree Branch Lamp Shades - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9S/NXJX/HE7DAJQ1/F9SNXJXHE7DAJQ1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9S/NXJX/HE7DAJQ1/F9SNXJXHE7DAJQ1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9S/NXJX/HE7DAJQ1/F9SNXJXHE7DAJQ1.SMALL.jpg Muhaiminah Faiz This might sound a bit funny, but the idea of making this lamp came from my.... dream! :p So, I decided to make my dream come true. This ible will show you how to make lamp shades from small tree logs and branches. You should make these lamp shades right away, why? because- These lamp shades are too...
By: Muhaiminah Faiz

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 13 Mar 2013 09:17:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Twinkling-Patterned-Lamp-Shade/
Twinkling Patterned Lamp Shade - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGK/HHZ4/HDYZC51S/FGKHHZ4HDYZC51S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGK/HHZ4/HDYZC51S/FGKHHZ4HDYZC51S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGK/HHZ4/HDYZC51S/FGKHHZ4HDYZC51S.SMALL.jpg Muhaiminah Faiz I didn't know crafting lamp shade would be this much fun, even last week I had no plan of making one. but now I have tons of ideas for lamp shades! Anyways, I tried to make a different lamp shade this time. It turned out to be really sweet and gentle. This ible will show how to make a twinkling patt...
By: Muhaiminah Faiz

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 11 Mar 2013 06:12:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Cardboard-Duct-Tape-Deer-Head-Trophy-with-Tem/
3D Cardboard & Duct Tape Deer Head Trophy with Template - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAB/UVUF/HDYZ7YA5/FABUVUFHDYZ7YA5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAB/UVUF/HDYZ7YA5/FABUVUFHDYZ7YA5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAB/UVUF/HDYZ7YA5/FABUVUFHDYZ7YA5.SMALL.jpg J3443RY Create this 3D cardboard model from the supplied template using recycled cardboard covered in duct tape. So no need to have matching color or non-printed cardboard, the duct tape covering makes it all match. Let your creativity flow and use contrasting, matching, or multiple colors or patterns of ...
By: J3443RY

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Mar 2013 14:18:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-cut-hanging-lamp/
Laser cut hanging lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/JNLJ/HDYZJ0OB/FCNJNLJHDYZJ0OB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/JNLJ/HDYZJ0OB/FCNJNLJHDYZJ0OB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/JNLJ/HDYZJ0OB/FCNJNLJHDYZJ0OB.SMALL.jpg grammers I wanted to try making a lamp using a "living hinge" for the lamp shade.  I was very happy with the design which leaves cool lines on the walls when lit at night.  The lamp is cheap to make and easy to assemble as long as you have access to a laser cutter.  Made at the techshop SF. Parts and cost ...
By: grammers

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Mar 2013 19:46:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Woodstove-Heat-Exchanger/
Woodstove Heat Exchanger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Q/DOX8/HD4VDIYS/F3QDOX8HD4VDIYS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Q/DOX8/HD4VDIYS/F3QDOX8HD4VDIYS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Q/DOX8/HD4VDIYS/F3QDOX8HD4VDIYS.SMALL.jpg VertDude       I wanted to build this heat exchanger to reclaim some of the heat that is lost up the chimney of my wood stove. I use the wood stove to heat my workshop during the winter months . I have seen heat exchanger units available in stores for around $160. Since I'm cheap, and I hate to pay money for...
By: VertDude

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Mar 2013 08:19:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/One-Lamp-Multiple-Shades-easily-changeable/
One Lamp, Multiple Shades! (easily changeable) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F18/K66U/HE07P5CV/F18K66UHE07P5CV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F18/K66U/HE07P5CV/F18K66UHE07P5CV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F18/K66U/HE07P5CV/F18K66UHE07P5CV.SMALL.jpg Muhaiminah Faiz You can make anything out of cardboard! If you start listing them it won't come to an end. Cardboard have become quite popular in crafting lampshades, so I thought I'd give it a try. I always try to craft simple things and make the instructions as easy as possible. Anyways, this cardboard lampshade ...
By: Muhaiminah Faiz

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 9 Mar 2013 08:00:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Beautility-eco-easy-elegant/
Beautility: An eco, easy and elegant beer bottle shelf. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/VVPG/HDOWAOPM/FH0VVPGHDOWAOPM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/VVPG/HDOWAOPM/FH0VVPGHDOWAOPM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/VVPG/HDOWAOPM/FH0VVPGHDOWAOPM.SMALL.jpg Pushan Panda Paper and beer bottles -- things that we often find stacking up at home. Well, what if you were given something to do with them, and made at the same time space for other things that are piled up and that you want to display? Using waste paper, empty bottles, and some time and energy, here's an eco...
By: Pushan Panda

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Mar 2013 10:27:35 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Mini-Forge/
DIY Mini Forge - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8O/6WIP/HDOWA8TO/F8O6WIPHDOWA8TO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8O/6WIP/HDOWA8TO/F8O6WIPHDOWA8TO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8O/6WIP/HDOWA8TO/F8O6WIPHDOWA8TO.SMALL.jpg MR.. Lately I've been wanting to make some pocket knives for my friends and family.. So, I'm going to make a simple mini forge at TechShop to temper the steel... This forge is meant to burn coal.. You can you lump charcoal and wood, but it will take a lot more of it to keep the heat at the right tempera...
By: MR..

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 1 Mar 2013 18:32:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Lotus-Pendant-Lamp-Bent-wood/
Lotus Pendant Lamp- Bent wood - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG9/B8JW/HDOW6GCH/FG9B8JWHDOW6GCH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG9/B8JW/HDOW6GCH/FG9B8JWHDOW6GCH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG9/B8JW/HDOW6GCH/FG9B8JWHDOW6GCH.SMALL.jpg shazni When you get into wood working...at some point you would want to bend wood. You can laminate thin strips, steam bend or kerf bend. I wanted to try a petal shaped  pendant lamp...since my lamp was to be light  laminating was out..so was kerf cut bends as there would be nothing to cut since I wanted t...
By: shazni

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 1 Mar 2013 19:50:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Stellar-X-Pallet-Table/
Stellar-X Pallet Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/VLYB/HDHW56KR/FTXVLYBHDHW56KR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/VLYB/HDHW56KR/FTXVLYBHDHW56KR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTX/VLYB/HDHW56KR/FTXVLYBHDHW56KR.SMALL.jpg dan440ss Check out this table. I'll apologize in advance for the stock photos and the ms paint drawings. I didn't take the time to capture the build step by step like I should have. Also, I'm quite the amateur when it comes to wood working. I have a hard time putting my actions into words. I just do it--like...
By: dan440ss

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 26 Feb 2013 11:05:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Laudible-Laminate-Fearless-Formicaing-or-How-to-/
Laudable Laminate, Fearless Formica'ing or Countertop Replacement - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/RKJO/H5408M0V/F96RKJOH5408M0V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/RKJO/H5408M0V/F96RKJOH5408M0V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/RKJO/H5408M0V/F96RKJOH5408M0V.SMALL.jpg kuhldad This adventure in DIY started with a yardsale find of a kitchen island without a top. The island was a lot nicer than the contractor- grade island in our kitchen and much more accessible innards. After several trips to our favorite second-hand home improvement stores 50 miles on either end of our pe...
By: kuhldad

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Feb 2013 09:08:39 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-travel-fork-spoon-out-of-wood/
How to make a travel fork-spoon out of wood - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/JM7C/HD8Z1ARB/FZ6JM7CHD8Z1ARB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/JM7C/HD8Z1ARB/FZ6JM7CHD8Z1ARB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/JM7C/HD8Z1ARB/FZ6JM7CHD8Z1ARB.SMALL.jpg uncoolpizza I like the idea of portable utensils, but often they have long handles, too many features, or folding parts that make them too clunky for carrying day-to-day. I saw this great utensil in a blog about minimizing one's waste called the "No Trash Project." The author of the blog posted a photo of their...
By: uncoolpizza

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Feb 2013 02:28:57 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

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 12 Feb 2013 09:55:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Hidden-Video-Projector-Folding-Shelf-Carbon/
DIY "Hidden" Video Projector Folding Shelf, Carbon fiber look - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHT/KLZ6/HCV9CFFG/FHTKLZ6HCV9CFFG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHT/KLZ6/HCV9CFFG/FHTKLZ6HCV9CFFG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHT/KLZ6/HCV9CFFG/FHTKLZ6HCV9CFFG.SMALL.jpg mkarvonen It has been about a year when i last time had the chance to do something to here, my two year old boy has been keeping me very busy and of course there is some homework to do to school. This instructables is about how to make video projector shelf that is cheap and reliable, but also stylish. The ...
By: mkarvonen

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 9 Feb 2013 14:21:27 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Safe-Scaffolding-for-painting-above-an-attached-ga/
Safe Scaffolding for painting above an attached garage. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F30/LIQ9/HCB8F2EX/F30LIQ9HCB8F2EX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F30/LIQ9/HCB8F2EX/F30LIQ9HCB8F2EX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F30/LIQ9/HCB8F2EX/F30LIQ9HCB8F2EX.SMALL.jpg old_alex The pictured setup is over 20 years old. In my previous job as an R&D engineer for a government research lab the geek quotient was way up there. When you did a job at home and came up with an idea you would take pictures and bring them in to show others.  I live near the coast and salt spray makes y...
By: old_alex

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 Jan 2013 11:30:43 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Adjustable-bookshelf-for-angled-walls/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/RQ06/HCB8KQLI/FZXRQ06HCB8KQLI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/RQ06/HCB8KQLI/FZXRQ06HCB8KQLI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/RQ06/HCB8KQLI/FZXRQ06HCB8KQLI.SMALL.jpg joteach Since angled walls/roofs are hard to make shelving systems for, I have made a bookshelf to utilize this mostly lost space. You can adjust the bookshelf to every angle, by adapting the bolts en setting the angle right.  If you want to, you can also put it on a regular wall, wherever you want, or on a...
By: joteach

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 Jan 2013 12:21:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-Simple-Folding-Sawhorses/
Simple Easy Folding Sawhorses - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F41/6122/HAWBXCLM/F416122HAWBXCLM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F41/6122/HAWBXCLM/F416122HAWBXCLM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F41/6122/HAWBXCLM/F416122HAWBXCLM.SMALL.jpg Jzbowmannz Sawhorses are indispensable for a normal household or a shop. You can use them for painting, work piece support, work bench support with a piece of plywood or door, and with a little imagination, they can be used in many other different ways like magic. The folding sawhorses are particularly valua...
By: Jzbowmannz

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 Jan 2013 09:39:30 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Garden-Charms/
Garden Charms - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F06/HZCP/HBXWRXL0/F06HZCPHBXWRXL0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F06/HZCP/HBXWRXL0/F06HZCPHBXWRXL0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F06/HZCP/HBXWRXL0/F06HZCPHBXWRXL0.SMALL.jpg thistleandleaves I love whimsical things. I enjoy adding touches of magic and joy to the every day objects that fill my life and living space. My garden is no exception. Here are some fun DIY projects for adding personal touches to your own garden. This walk through includes steps for two projects you can do easily....
By: thistleandleaves

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 Jan 2013 16:37:06 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Chainmail-coif/
Chainmail coif - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO4/GNE9/HBBCIMXP/FO4GNE9HBBCIMXP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO4/GNE9/HBBCIMXP/FO4GNE9HBBCIMXP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO4/GNE9/HBBCIMXP/FO4GNE9HBBCIMXP.SMALL.jpg Tango-Oscar-Mike So I was getting really into making chainmail stuff. Jewelry, keychainhangers, shirts, bracelets and necklaces could all be found on this site. The only thing I couldn't find was a chainmail coif.  So I did some research, found multiple designs and I have combined them in one design, my version isn...
By: Tango-Oscar-Mike

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 Jan 2013 08:43:42 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/New-Years-Resolution-Guide-Organization/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMV/8ERH/HBUZEYOS/FMV8ERHHBUZEYOS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMV/8ERH/HBUZEYOS/FMV8ERHHBUZEYOS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMV/8ERH/HBUZEYOS/FMV8ERHHBUZEYOS.SMALL.jpg GorillazMiko With everything being so expensive today, I can understand why "save more money" or "spend less money" was on your New Year's resolution list. Maybe you even threw "stay organized" on there too. We here at Instructables know you did. Below you will find out to update and keep your home organized at...
By: GorillazMiko

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 Jan 2013 14:59:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/My-Industrial-looking-HomeCinema-Build-on-Budget/
My Industrial looking HomeCinema, Build on Budget, Installation - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWK/D8B6/HBUZELTH/FWKD8B6HBUZELTH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWK/D8B6/HBUZELTH/FWKD8B6HBUZELTH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWK/D8B6/HBUZELTH/FWKD8B6HBUZELTH.SMALL.jpg Falkenberg This is my Home Cinema Installation, Its about an Projector, and the screen, i´ve build with a very low budget so you can also do something like this. It´s not realy Step by Step cause i lost some pictures but i think its comprehensible. I bought the projector 2nd hand for an very good price is an...
By: Falkenberg

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 Jan 2013 11:37:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Wood-Pallet-Sled/
Recycled Wood Pallet Sled - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/E0ZR/HBPBRLWJ/FO8E0ZRHBPBRLWJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/E0ZR/HBPBRLWJ/FO8E0ZRHBPBRLWJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/E0ZR/HBPBRLWJ/FO8E0ZRHBPBRLWJ.SMALL.jpg sarahppeters We at Premier have been busy building more creations from used wooden pallets! All you need for this sled is a used wood pallet and basic hand and power tools. Tear Down Your Pallet Remove the bottom supporting boards from your pallet. These pieces can be used later. Cut the Frame Using a jigs...
By: sarahppeters

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 Jan 2013 12:22:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Fiber-Optic-Chandelier/
DIY Fiber Optic Chandelier - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3O/4M3R/HAWBWXCS/F3O4M3RHAWBWXCS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3O/4M3R/HAWBWXCS/F3O4M3RHAWBWXCS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3O/4M3R/HAWBWXCS/F3O4M3RHAWBWXCS.SMALL.jpg flyingpuppy It's taken me five months to finish my niece's birthday present of a jellyfish chandelier. The first attempt ended up looking like a Rastafarian octopus in shades of purple and green when what I was aiming for was an airy, lightweight, whimsical jellyfish light fixture. The above is my second attemp...
By: flyingpuppy

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 Jan 2013 20:55:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-column-drill-UPGRADES/
DIY column drill UPGRADES! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP2/0FQ8/HAQ3AU6H/FP20FQ8HAQ3AU6H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP2/0FQ8/HAQ3AU6H/FP20FQ8HAQ3AU6H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP2/0FQ8/HAQ3AU6H/FP20FQ8HAQ3AU6H.SMALL.jpg andrea biffi My DIY column drill, which has been unbelievably in the top ten chart of most viewed Instructables of that month, deserved a good upgrade, what do I say, let's not be stingy, Top Ten deserves at least three great upgrades! So here they are: an addictional rail to easily shift up and down all the mec...
By: andrea biffi

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