http://www.instructables.com Thu, 23 May 2013 15:02:38 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/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/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...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 May 2013 15:55:06 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/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/Having-a-Bevel-ish-Good-Time-on-the-Laser/
Having a "Bevel-ish" Good Time on the Laser! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9G/TMUR/HGH6QCD2/F9GTMURHGH6QCD2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9G/TMUR/HGH6QCD2/F9GTMURHGH6QCD2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9G/TMUR/HGH6QCD2/F9GTMURHGH6QCD2.SMALL.jpg togo1919 I made this jig at TechShop, just because I could! I will eventually design/create a jig to make the laser focusing easy for this one - folks may want to work on one themselves...   ****** UPDATE on Monday, May 20, 2013 *****       Using the focusing device on the laser is plenty good for gettin...
By: togo1919

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 17:21:45 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/Lamp-Clock-or-Clock-Lamp/
Lamp Clock (or Clock Lamp?) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F09/EE96/HFSHFR7S/F09EE96HFSHFR7S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F09/EE96/HFSHFR7S/F09EE96HFSHFR7S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F09/EE96/HFSHFR7S/F09EE96HFSHFR7S.SMALL.jpg lindarose92 I almost convinced myself that I couldn't create lamps anymore, but since I started with the first one, I keep thinking of new ones! I can't stop making lamps anymore...HELP!! :D Anyway, I actually got this idea thinking about a clock that had light coming out of its numbers. I first made one a few...
By: lindarose92

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:04:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-workshop-from-scratch/
Building a workshop from scratch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWD/3IFB/FP8NLWEP/FWD3IFBFP8NLWEP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWD/3IFB/FP8NLWEP/FWD3IFBFP8NLWEP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWD/3IFB/FP8NLWEP/FWD3IFBFP8NLWEP.SMALL.jpg dwj300 After being frustrated by not having enough room to work, not being able to find the right tools and supplies, and spending way too much time looking for things, we decided to clean out a basement utility room and build a workshop. We learned a lot of things along the way and hope our experience wi...
By: dwj300

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 2 Jan 2009 09:25:03 PST 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 ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:40:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-upholster-a-chair-seat/
How to upholster a chair seat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLZ/OIDI/HFONETLG/FLZOIDIHFONETLG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLZ/OIDI/HFONETLG/FLZOIDIHFONETLG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLZ/OIDI/HFONETLG/FLZOIDIHFONETLG.SMALL.jpg lindarose92 As some of you know, I've been working on some old chairs lately. They are literally driving me crazy because their style is pretty hard to upholster! But in the meantime, I was asked to upholster another chair seat that is much easier to do and it took me about an hour to make it. This kind of sea...
By: lindarose92

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 19 Apr 2013 12:28:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/A-simple-lamp-made-from-laminated-wood/
A simple lamp made from laminated wood - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRW/DI9M/HFONR554/FRWDI9MHFONR554.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRW/DI9M/HFONR554/FRWDI9MHFONR554.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRW/DI9M/HFONR554/FRWDI9MHFONR554.SMALL.jpg Vidar_76 Hi everybody! In my education to become a licensed wood/metal shop teacher i got to build many things. One of the assignments was to experiment with laminated bent wood. We should do a round part, a part made from a solid piece with cut grooves, and try to laminate something we haven’t done before....
By: Vidar_76

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 16 Apr 2013 23:03:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-lamp-for-your-workspace-desktop-table-1/
LED lamp for your workspace/ desktop/ table... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR7/D3W6/HFD17ZAZ/FR7D3W6HFD17ZAZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR7/D3W6/HFD17ZAZ/FR7D3W6HFD17ZAZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR7/D3W6/HFD17ZAZ/FR7D3W6HFD17ZAZ.SMALL.jpg maybolicious The Black & White collection. Designed and crafted by Maybolicious. I wanted to make a led lap for my desktop area that you can also use for reading at night. I have always like how Black and White compliment each other and have this distinct appeal that you can not miss. For this project I used ...
By: maybolicious

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Apr 2013 10:52:12 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/Building-a-Custom-Rifle-Stock/
Building a Custom Rifle Stock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0F/TVD6/GW88L84Z/F0FTVD6GW88L84Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0F/TVD6/GW88L84Z/F0FTVD6GW88L84Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0F/TVD6/GW88L84Z/F0FTVD6GW88L84Z.SMALL.jpg jwilliamsen Author's Note:  There are concepts in this instructable that go beyond their application to gun stocks - including general woodoworking, sculpting, and finishing - so even if gun stocks aren't your "thing" you may still find something useful here. Introduction: I recently picked up a Russian-made...
By: jwilliamsen

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 08:56:32 PST 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/How-to-build-a-floating-deck/
How to build a floating deck - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F62/E53G/G79DOVTP/F62E53GG79DOVTP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F62/E53G/G79DOVTP/F62E53GG79DOVTP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F62/E53G/G79DOVTP/F62E53GG79DOVTP.SMALL.jpg blkhawk Here I will show you how I made a floating deck. The advantage of a floating deck is that it is possible to be moved to any location in the yard. This is by no mean a new Instructable, it was done before by TimBTodd. The deck that we built is 12'x12' and is supported by concrete deck piers. Mater...
By: blkhawk

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Mar 2010 13:34:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wood-Ring/
Wood Ring - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAQ/F6OU/GP7IH9JC/FAQF6OUGP7IH9JC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAQ/F6OU/GP7IH9JC/FAQF6OUGP7IH9JC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAQ/F6OU/GP7IH9JC/FAQF6OUGP7IH9JC.SMALL.jpg delno This instructable will show you how to make a simple wood ring. Materials: -Piece of wood veneer, approximately 6 by 6 inches -Wood glue -Food coloring -Clear nail polish Tools: -Scissors -Drill -Bandsaw -5/8" drill bit -Belt sander or sandpaper Approximate time: 1 to 2 hours of work and about...
By: delno

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 Jul 2011 18:46:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Boomerang-that-actually-comes-back!/
Make a Boomerang that actually comes back! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FS7/94YF/F33IV2YI/FS794YFF33IV2YI.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FS7/94YF/F33IV2YI/FS794YFF33IV2YI.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FS7/94YF/F33IV2YI/FS794YFF33IV2YI.SMALL.jpg psfordvt Make a working boomerang! Does it actually work?-Yes! In order for you to be willing to build your own, you probably want some assurance that it will/can work. I teacher engineering in high school and this is a project I do with my classes. If a ninth grader can build a working boomerang so ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Jun 2007 22:39:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-bowl-from-a-flat-plank/
How to make a bowl from a flat plank - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEI/8RZH/GB3W2AU4/FEI8RZHGB3W2AU4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEI/8RZH/GB3W2AU4/FEI8RZHGB3W2AU4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEI/8RZH/GB3W2AU4/FEI8RZHGB3W2AU4.SMALL.jpg Jor2daje This instructable will show how to make a bowl from a single plank of wood, using only a jig saw and wood glue, the bowl could be mounted on a lathe to clean it up but is not necessary. This is a great way to get a nice large bowl from a cheap piece of wood. materials Materials and Tools: -jig ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Jul 2010 21:05:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Awesome-Cutting-Boards!/
Awesome Cutting Boards! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F27/9553/F11S8SPO/F279553F11S8SPO.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F27/9553/F11S8SPO/F279553F11S8SPO.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F27/9553/F11S8SPO/F279553F11S8SPO.SMALL.jpg acantine This Instructable details how to make hardwood cutting boards out of maple and cherry scraps. Not only are they beautiful and high quality, they're made from materials that would have been discarded otherwise. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle! Get your materials For this project, my friend N. graciously p...
By: acantine

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2007 11:30:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Customized-wooden-heart/
The Illusionist's heart - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLM/CAB7/H1JUGHD9/FLMCAB7H1JUGHD9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLM/CAB7/H1JUGHD9/FLMCAB7H1JUGHD9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLM/CAB7/H1JUGHD9/FLMCAB7H1JUGHD9.SMALL.jpg bricobart You're in love. You like woodworking. You hate to buy industrial-made junk-jewelry. You want to give something personal and special. You don't want to cut your heart out to give it away either. This Instructable is for you! I'll show you how to make a wooden 'cartouche' - just a piece of wood - th...
By: bricobart

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 28 Apr 2012 04:46:57 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/Spiral-Lamp/
Spiral Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKG/3YDL/HEXSSEZT/FKG3YDLHEXSSEZT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKG/3YDL/HEXSSEZT/FKG3YDLHEXSSEZT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKG/3YDL/HEXSSEZT/FKG3YDLHEXSSEZT.SMALL.jpg lindarose92 After a few weeks without any idea that I really liked, I am finally back with this spiral lamp!  I was in the middle of upholstering a chair in the basement, when I found a bag full of old wood dowels that my father didn't need anymore. I have never really worked with wood but I always wished I co...
By: lindarose92

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 2 Apr 2013 12:32:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Walking-Table/
Walking Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4O/KHEN/HEXUHTW9/F4OKHENHEXUHTW9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4O/KHEN/HEXUHTW9/F4OKHENHEXUHTW9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4O/KHEN/HEXUHTW9/F4OKHENHEXUHTW9.SMALL.jpg boston09 I've seen a video of a table that can walk, I really wanted one but I couldn't find one for sale, so I thought "Hey, I'm an engineering student, I'll make one!" But when i started out the search for the plans to the walking table I quickly realized that there were absolutely zero plans. So I had no ...
By: boston09

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 2 Apr 2013 11:39:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Stove-Fan-for-under-50/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL4/HB34/HAQ3CI5A/FL4HB34HAQ3CI5A.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL4/HB34/HAQ3CI5A/FL4HB34HAQ3CI5A.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL4/HB34/HAQ3CI5A/FL4HB34HAQ3CI5A.SMALL.jpg tinkerme So I bought an EcoFan for a friend and decided that it was a cool concept and built one from scratch. The fan gets its power from a peltier element that is used in reverse, i.e. it is generating electricity from the heat given off from the stove top. This peltier cooler is used in cooling cpus to t...
By: tinkerme

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 17 Jan 2013 17:21:42 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Bench-Lathe-3-in-1-Lathe-Sander-GrinderSharp/
Bench Lathe 3 in 1 (Lathe - Sander - Grinder/Sharpener) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FXU/2JC2/G8QJNLY2/FXU2JC2G8QJNLY2.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FXU/2JC2/G8QJNLY2/FXU2JC2G8QJNLY2.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FXU/2JC2/G8QJNLY2/FXU2JC2G8QJNLY2.SMALL.jpg steliart Introduction:   When I submitted my instructable "The smallest workshop in the world" a lathe latter addition was presented as an add-on idea to the tool bench, after someone asked me... "Where is the lathe?" At first I did a quick sketch lathe idea using a power drill for motor, just to show ...
By: steliart

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 4 May 2010 04:39:27 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/How-To-Dismantle-A-Pallet/
How To Dismantle A Pallet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6V/QYFB/FVDBZKD8/F6VQYFBFVDBZKD8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6V/QYFB/FVDBZKD8/F6VQYFBFVDBZKD8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6V/QYFB/FVDBZKD8/F6VQYFBFVDBZKD8.SMALL.jpg savvas_papasavva It was Gerrit Reitvild who first deconstructed a transport crate to reassemble it into furniture that was both affordable and could be easily constructed from the individual pieces. In that sprit this booklet is made to reveal a method to dismantle this wooden beast of burden, the pallet. Like a d...
By: savvas_papasavva

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 31 May 2009 14:27:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Phase-1-Electric-Hot-Water-Tank-to-Outdoor-Wood-/
Convert a Electric Water Tank to a Outdoor Wood Heater - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUH/4IOT/HEBNHKM1/FUH4IOTHEBNHKM1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUH/4IOT/HEBNHKM1/FUH4IOTHEBNHKM1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUH/4IOT/HEBNHKM1/FUH4IOTHEBNHKM1.SMALL.jpg Dave2340 I recently developed an interest in welding and so began looking for a welding project. With winter around the corner I began scanning Instructables for outdoor wood heater inspiration. Lots of great ideas and creative approaches. Many use gas cylinders which are a perfect size but has an element of...
By: Dave2340

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Mar 2013 23:36:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-DIY-100quot-Projector-Screen/
Cheap DIY 100" Projector Screen - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/M25O/FTY4CTR0/FW2M25OFTY4CTR0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/M25O/FTY4CTR0/FW2M25OFTY4CTR0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/M25O/FTY4CTR0/FW2M25OFTY4CTR0.SMALL.jpg blindside360 Cheap DIY Projector screen for under $30This is a 16:9 ratio projector screen 100" Perfict for a basement game room,home Theater,computer monitor,(ect). This Project will run you $30 - $40 depending if the blackout cloth is on sale.So here's the list of materalsLath wood $7.99 (10) sheetsblack Spray...
By: blindside360

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:15:40 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/100-Homemade-Lathe/
100% Homemade Lathe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FZ5/0EDM/F5HVHS2N/FZ50EDMF5HVHS2N.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FZ5/0EDM/F5HVHS2N/FZ50EDMF5HVHS2N.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FZ5/0EDM/F5HVHS2N/FZ50EDMF5HVHS2N.SMALL.jpg catwood Although I know other people have built lathes themselves, after an enormous amount of looking on Google, I saw most homemade lathes involve casting and milling, as well as using off the shelf components like chucks and tapers. Being only a high school student, I wanted to experiment with a lathe wi...
By: catwood

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 20 Sep 2007 17:51:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Toolbox-Ideas/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUH/H8P1/FYTCOUGS/FUHH8P1FYTCOUGS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUH/H8P1/FYTCOUGS/FUHH8P1FYTCOUGS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUH/H8P1/FYTCOUGS/FUHH8P1FYTCOUGS.SMALL.jpg 90kar08 I was tired of having all of my tools lying in a pile so I decided to build myself a toolbox to store them in. The foam rubber is excellent for keeping the tools in place, I got it for free from my mom's work they use it to protect expensive devices when shipping them around the world.
By: 90kar08

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 26 Aug 2009 06:38:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/All-of-My-Current-Handcrafted-Knives/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWL/HXJO/HBHGLINJ/FWLHXJOHBHGLINJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWL/HXJO/HBHGLINJ/FWLHXJOHBHGLINJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWL/HXJO/HBHGLINJ/FWLHXJOHBHGLINJ.SMALL.jpg Basement_Craftsman These knives are made of mostly mild steel. Some are from files/ railroad spikes and others are high carbon steel. I made almost all of them. I cut them out with an angle grinder and did most the shaping with a belt grinder. Most of the scales are wood however some are mycarta i made. I previously s...
By: Basement_Craftsman

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 Jan 2013 13:01:25 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/Marking-Knife-on-the-cheap/
Marking Knife on the cheap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ2/FKF8/HDXM93OK/FQ2FKF8HDXM93OK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ2/FKF8/HDXM93OK/FQ2FKF8HDXM93OK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ2/FKF8/HDXM93OK/FQ2FKF8HDXM93OK.SMALL.jpg gilleseg I have been slowly getting into woodworking and decided I would start with a few small project to build my skill.  So i looked in the normal places for projects and plans.  I subscribe to Chris Schwarz webpage and often receive his emails about the things he is working on.  One of his emails was abo...
By: gilleseg

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 5 Mar 2013 18:56:54 PST 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/Pine-Denim-cricket/
Pine & Denim cricket - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/ZBFQ/HDOVYTCW/F4JZBFQHDOVYTCW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/ZBFQ/HDOVYTCW/F4JZBFQHDOVYTCW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/ZBFQ/HDOVYTCW/F4JZBFQHDOVYTCW.SMALL.jpg jean v The footstool is probably the piece of furniture that most often goes unnoticed... its not quite like your favorite chair or the desk you work at, even though it serves similar functions... You may not even use it everyday, but when you want to put your feet up, or reach for a book on the highest...
By: jean v

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Feb 2013 22:25:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Architectural-Gingerbread/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN5/ZHH4/HCV8X1FQ/FN5ZHH4HCV8X1FQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN5/ZHH4/HCV8X1FQ/FN5ZHH4HCV8X1FQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN5/ZHH4/HCV8X1FQ/FN5ZHH4HCV8X1FQ.SMALL.jpg Lord of The Things First I googled some pics of Architectural Gingerbread so I could get a rough idea of what I want.  With a felt pen I drew out my design on some extra thick scrap plywood.  I then drilled some holes to make it easier to cut with a jig/saber saw. To make sure my patterns were correctly repeated and r...
By: Lord of The Things

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Feb 2013 15:26:16 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/How-to-build-an-Eskimohut-in-wood/
How to build a Sami hut in wood! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGW/F5QA/FT7PMA1J/FGWF5QAFT7PMA1J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGW/F5QA/FT7PMA1J/FGWF5QAFT7PMA1J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGW/F5QA/FT7PMA1J/FGWF5QAFT7PMA1J.SMALL.jpg Rabarbervin This is a description with pics of how i built my Sami hut in wood. What this hut has as a raw model is the hut that our Swedish indigenous people called Sami, have built and used for many centuries. This type of building is/was also (to some degree) used by the Inuit, Aleut and Yupik peoples. ...
By: Rabarbervin

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:24:38 PDT 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/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/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/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/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/iHeart-Wood-iPad-case-100-salvage-materials/
iHeart Wood iPad case (100% salvage materials) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/D41T/HCV8NKMC/FX5D41THCV8NKMC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/D41T/HCV8NKMC/FX5D41THCV8NKMC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/D41T/HCV8NKMC/FX5D41THCV8NKMC.SMALL.jpg east fork spring My dad, awesome dad that he is, bought me an iPad last Christmas. When I went scouting for an iPad cover, I found only a few that suited my personality and zero that suited my pocketbook. So off to the shop I went. When I returned, this is what I had. It's working out just fine. Note: every stitch ...
By: east fork spring

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Feb 2013 19:20:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/The-illusionist-heart-locket/
The illusionist heart locket - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7D/GF96/HCV8TZ8A/F7DGF96HCV8TZ8A.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7D/GF96/HCV8TZ8A/F7DGF96HCV8TZ8A.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7D/GF96/HCV8TZ8A/F7DGF96HCV8TZ8A.SMALL.jpg Flecks This is my approach at the illusionist heart locket, as a gift for my girlfriend. Many have already made attempts at this, and you can find some here on instructables, and even more on Google, but this one is made completely by me, i have designed and made every single piece of it myself. Because i ...
By: Flecks

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