http://www.instructables.com Tue, 29 May 2012 04:49:21 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Backyard-planter-and-seating/
Backyard planter and seating - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/45DI/H21CGMKK/FMJ45DIH21CGMKK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/45DI/H21CGMKK/FMJ45DIH21CGMKK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/45DI/H21CGMKK/FMJ45DIH21CGMKK.SMALL.jpg solmstea I got a new house with a teeny tiny backyard (roughly 15 x 10) that ends at someone else's side wall. When you look out the dining room window, all you see is brick. So I thought it would be nice to make some planters in which to grow climbing green things (so far, got cucumber, tomato, and various ...
By: solmstea

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 May 2012 19:21:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-toggling-bed/
How to make a toggling bed - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWS/EXWW/H27LRTA5/FWSEXWWH27LRTA5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWS/EXWW/H27LRTA5/FWSEXWWH27LRTA5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWS/EXWW/H27LRTA5/FWSEXWWH27LRTA5.SMALL.jpg flavien008 I needed a bed I can toggle to open the door of the balcony. the rotation is manual, and it's made by a 6mm metal screw. you can see the real result. for the one likes virtual result, you can open the google.SketchUp file with the real measures. enjoy PS: ...
By: flavien008

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 May 2012 13:11:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/CNC-Scissor-Chair-Plywood/
CNC Scissor Chair (Plywood) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBY/8Y8N/H2MYJRNH/FBY8Y8NH2MYJRNH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBY/8Y8N/H2MYJRNH/FBY8Y8NH2MYJRNH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBY/8Y8N/H2MYJRNH/FBY8Y8NH2MYJRNH.SMALL.jpg pseaton CNC + plywood = furniture. Search instructables and you'll come up with over 47,000 results for "CNC furniture." But for the great majority of CNC machines -- the 2-1/2 axis CNC routers that can move only in X, Y, and Z (no tilting or rotating controllers) -- a very specific condition has come to be...
By: pseaton

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 May 2012 11:38:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Very-Unique-Folding-Chair/
A Very Unique Folding Chair - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN7/S044/H27LSNUC/FN7S044H27LSNUC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN7/S044/H27LSNUC/FN7S044H27LSNUC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN7/S044/H27LSNUC/FN7S044H27LSNUC.SMALL.jpg GRitter This chair design came to me after a failed attempt at re-creating a chair I had seen by Architectural Designer Robert van Embricqs. It was a very beautiful and stunning piece, but seemed to expensive to do it just the way he had. So I set out to make a less expensive version of his chair and it loo...
By: GRitter

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 May 2012 21:03:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Combo-Miter-Saw-Station-Lumber-Rack/
Combo Miter Saw Station Lumber Rack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKZ/VSLO/GZUAFA6F/FKZVSLOGZUAFA6F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKZ/VSLO/GZUAFA6F/FKZVSLOGZUAFA6F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKZ/VSLO/GZUAFA6F/FKZVSLOGZUAFA6F.SMALL.jpg noahw This miter saw station does double duty as a lumber storage rack with room for long boards underneath and 4' x 8' sheet goods in the back.  I looked around for a long time online for plans for something like this and all I was able to come up with was a hand drawn sketch in an old Fine Woodworking m...
By: noahw

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 May 2012 11:17:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Very-Cheap-Very-Easy-Storage-Chest-Ottoman/
Very Cheap, Very Easy Storage Chest (Ottoman) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/EJ33/H1ZG7FBA/FC6EJ33H1ZG7FBA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/EJ33/H1ZG7FBA/FC6EJ33H1ZG7FBA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/EJ33/H1ZG7FBA/FC6EJ33H1ZG7FBA.SMALL.jpg thebunnykingofnowhere I live in a small flat and I needed a place to store my girlfriends ever growing collection of clothes and fabric. The only space left in the flat was at the end of the bed and behind the front door. All the ready made storage chests were a bit to deep and not long enough for this space so I decided...
By: thebunnykingofnowhere

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 17 May 2012 14:02:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Medieval-Hand-Cannon/
Medieval Hand Cannon - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXK/Y55X/H1Y04OS9/FXKY55XH1Y04OS9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXK/Y55X/H1Y04OS9/FXKY55XH1Y04OS9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXK/Y55X/H1Y04OS9/FXKY55XH1Y04OS9.SMALL.jpg jeanluc83 This is a replica of a hand cannon, also known as a handgonne, that would have been used in 14th century Europe. It is a very easy and quick project if you have access to a lathe. Total time for the project was about 6 hours not including design and the cost was about $30. Materials:   1.5” dia. x...
By: jeanluc83

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 May 2012 19:41:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-electroplating-Galvanizado-fcil/
Easy electroplating (Galvanizado fıcil) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FML/CMUM/H1YOI6P1/FMLCMUMH1YOI6P1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FML/CMUM/H1YOI6P1/FMLCMUMH1YOI6P1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FML/CMUM/H1YOI6P1/FMLCMUMH1YOI6P1.SMALL.jpg rimar2000 CUIDADO: este proyecto no debe ser afrontado por niños, porque implica el manejo de sustancias peligrosas y vapores tóxicos. Repito: Este proyecto implica el manejo de sustancias peligrosas y vapores tóxicos. Por lo tanto, no debe ser afrontado por niños ni personas inexpertas o atolondradas. ---...
By: rimar2000

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 May 2012 18:25:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Scrap-Nightstand/
Scrap Nightstand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/XCC0/H29XRZQV/FRHXCC0H29XRZQV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/XCC0/H29XRZQV/FRHXCC0H29XRZQV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/XCC0/H29XRZQV/FRHXCC0H29XRZQV.SMALL.jpg wholman Summer building season is heating up.  Contractors and ambitious DIYers are taking long looks at their kitchens, bathrooms, and backyards and planning remodels while the weather is warm and vacation time is plentiful.  Alley stalkers can take advantage as old cabinets are put out to the curb. This ...
By: wholman

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 16 May 2012 20:43:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-fence-gate/
Building a fence gate - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/OM95/F8DOU5EQ/FV0OM95F8DOU5EQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/OM95/F8DOU5EQ/FV0OM95F8DOU5EQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/OM95/F8DOU5EQ/FV0OM95F8DOU5EQ.SMALL.jpg dentsinger I provide a basic overview of building a wooden gate for a privacy fence. Materials needed This ible will be somewhat generalized due to everyone's varied preferences in size and material. Generally speaking though, it's safe to assume you'll need the following to accomplish this. Tools: 24" le...
By: dentsinger

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 31 Oct 2007 08:59:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Brick-Barbeque/
Brick Barbecue - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVR/4BUE/FVW21JN1/FVR4BUEFVW21JN1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVR/4BUE/FVW21JN1/FVR4BUEFVW21JN1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVR/4BUE/FVW21JN1/FVR4BUEFVW21JN1.SMALL.jpg solelord Build your own brick barbecue! With few skills and tools this is something anyone can do! This is the fourth brick barbeque I have built. They are fun to build and cook on. This time I wanted a large firepit with a smoker on the right side. I went in thinking this was the last one lol The grilling s...
By: solelord

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 13 Jun 2009 19:49:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Build-a-Soda-Can-Heater/
How to Build a Soda Can Heater - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/W28A/GF06T23Z/FFNW28AGF06T23Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/W28A/GF06T23Z/FFNW28AGF06T23Z.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/W28A/GF06T23Z/FFNW28AGF06T23Z.SMALL.jpg falling_stone Soda Can Solar Space heater This is a basic "how to" on creating your own soda can space heater. Several videos can be found on the net, but none of them really provide a step by step guide. I put this entire unit together with about 10 total hours of actual labor. If you have a source of cans, lum...
By: falling_stone

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 9 Oct 2010 09:28:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-A-MCROCAR/
DIY A MICROCAR - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF5/TO44/GI0TD26C/FF5TO44GI0TD26C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF5/TO44/GI0TD26C/FF5TO44GI0TD26C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF5/TO44/GI0TD26C/FF5TO44GI0TD26C.SMALL.jpg ozy1970 THIS IS A DIY MICROCAR IS A REALLY A HOMEMADE CAR, YOU CAN BUILD FROM SCRACTH , RECYCLING OR ALL BRAND NEW PARTS  IS FUN TO DRIVE AND THIS PLATAFORM COULD BE MODIFIED TO WORK WIHT BIODIESEL , GAS, ELECTRIC, OR HIBRID , DUE TO HIS LOW WEIGTH AND ZIZE  AND AN AMAZING AND NEW BODY DESING  THIS IS "O...
By: ozy1970

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 29 Dec 2010 18:38:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Cut-Tea-Light-Candle-Holders/
Laser Cut Candle Holders - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/YO30/H1YONHVD/F8KYO30H1YONHVD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/YO30/H1YONHVD/F8KYO30H1YONHVD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/YO30/H1YONHVD/F8KYO30H1YONHVD.SMALL.jpg amandaghassaei Inspired by those awesome Moroccan cutout lanterns, I made a set of three laser cut candle holders, perfect for small votive candles or tea lights.  All the laser cutting for the project was done at TechShop SF.  3D Modeling I modeled the candle holders in AutoCAD by drawing two boxes and subtra...
By: amandaghassaei

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 May 2012 22:03:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Use-duct-tape-a-sandblaster-and-a-torch-to-make-/
Use duct tape, a sandblaster, and a torch to make a sign - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/78V2/H1Y0EHAQ/F7C78V2H1Y0EHAQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/78V2/H1Y0EHAQ/F7C78V2H1Y0EHAQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/78V2/H1Y0EHAQ/F7C78V2H1Y0EHAQ.SMALL.jpg dockholiday There are a lot of ways to make the artwork on a sign.  I decided to try something new.  It turned out faster than carving and the result was exactly what I was looking for.  I still used a couple computer programs to design the sign and for the griding, but I wanted to keep it as low tech as possib...
By: dockholiday

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 9 May 2012 07:11:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rainbow-Wood-Magnetic-Knife-Strip/
Rainbow Wood Magnetic Knife Strip - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP4/B7HI/H0JBUSAV/FP4B7HIH0JBUSAV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP4/B7HI/H0JBUSAV/FP4B7HIH0JBUSAV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP4/B7HI/H0JBUSAV/FP4B7HIH0JBUSAV.SMALL.jpg noahw This is a magnetic knife strip that is made from cut-offs of fine hardwoods that I had lying around the shop.  Glue them all together and you get something I'm calling rainbow wood.  It also has a line of rare earth magnets embedded in it so it's got surprisingly strong knife-holding power.   My is...
By: noahw

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 May 2012 12:03:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rocket-Bookshelf/
Rocket Bookshelf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDO/W5V0/H1YOKNY9/FDOW5V0H1YOKNY9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDO/W5V0/H1YOKNY9/FDOW5V0H1YOKNY9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDO/W5V0/H1YOKNY9/FDOW5V0H1YOKNY9.SMALL.jpg JesseHarringtonAu An easy way to make a cool Rocket bookshelf using 123D Make and TechShop!. This tutorial only covers the creation of the file, not the actual how to cut out the Rocket. If you have access to a shopbot it couldnt be an easier task. Click here to find a ShopBot near you. 123d Make 123d Make is a fr...
By: JesseHarringtonAu

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 May 2012 18:34:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Chulengo-sudacas-BBQ/
Chulengo (sudaca's BBQ) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCM/V9PZ/H1ZG6HV4/FCMV9PZH1ZG6HV4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCM/V9PZ/H1ZG6HV4/FCMV9PZH1ZG6HV4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCM/V9PZ/H1ZG6HV4/FCMV9PZH1ZG6HV4.SMALL.jpg rimar2000 Desde que me mudé a mi casa actual en 1998, usé para las "grandes ocasiones" una parrilla convencional, con techo de ferrocemento en forma de campana, y parrilla que sube y baja colgando de un par de cadenas. Los días ventosos o muy fríos me veía obligado a tapar la carne con bandejas o papeles, par...
By: rimar2000

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 9 May 2012 09:56:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Dead-drop-spike-v1/
Dead drop spike v.1 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F33/HVMM/H18FVEJ1/F33HVMMH18FVEJ1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F33/HVMM/H18FVEJ1/F33HVMMH18FVEJ1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F33/HVMM/H18FVEJ1/F33HVMMH18FVEJ1.SMALL.jpg rouge.renard This is a project I made a little while ago as a birthday present for my friend Daniela who introduced me to geocaching. It is based on several designs I saw in a book on spy gadgets. They would have been used for passing stolen documents and film between an agent and their handler, storing money an...
By: rouge.renard

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 11 May 2012 10:27:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Build-Stairs/
How to Build Stairs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYD/0LFS/FB7FPQXO/FYD0LFSFB7FPQXO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYD/0LFS/FB7FPQXO/FYD0LFSFB7FPQXO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYD/0LFS/FB7FPQXO/FYD0LFSFB7FPQXO.SMALL.jpg chaoscampbell Stairs, staircases and steps can very in many different ways. I'm going to attempt to explain how to build a staircase with general staircase information, to make it informational to any size or shape and any "would-be" stair builder. The most important thing to remember in staircase construction i...
By: chaoscampbell

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 Jan 2008 09:32:44 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Metal-Polishing/
Simple Metal Polishing - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTD/PVO5/H1JUGTMF/FTDPVO5H1JUGTMF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTD/PVO5/H1JUGTMF/FTDPVO5H1JUGTMF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTD/PVO5/H1JUGTMF/FTDPVO5H1JUGTMF.SMALL.jpg Squishy Tank Well, I did this very useless, a-dime-a-dozen, instructable, just because i had free time and wanted to upload the video somewhere. Anyways, in this instructables, i will show you how to polish simple metallic obejects! Materials: Something to polish (In this case, my airsoft revlover's metal shel...
By: Squishy Tank

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:18:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Metal-flower-lamp/
Metal flower lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJK/3R4A/H1QMLC0Y/FJK3R4AH1QMLC0Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJK/3R4A/H1QMLC0Y/FJK3R4AH1QMLC0Y.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJK/3R4A/H1QMLC0Y/FJK3R4AH1QMLC0Y.SMALL.jpg Tomohawk I made this guide retrospectively, so some of the steps will have to use cardboard mock-ups or drawings instead of photos I'm afraid, as I wasn't about to make another one just for the instructable! If any parts don't make sense, please massage me and I'll do my best to clarify... Tools required: W...
By: Tomohawk

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 6 May 2012 09:12:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Corkscrew-Cut/
Corkscrew Cut - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ5/5KSV/H1JUICB8/FZ55KSVH1JUICB8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ5/5KSV/H1JUICB8/FZ55KSVH1JUICB8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ5/5KSV/H1JUICB8/FZ55KSVH1JUICB8.SMALL.jpg JSWheeler Corkscrew Cut! This is a very simple way to add a unique design to your builds. I've used it in my coat rack as you can see in the picture! My father taught me this a while ago and he doesn't remember where he found it. I am in no way a pro wood worker, but I do like to build things! Materials ...
By: JSWheeler

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Apr 2012 13:12:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Undroppables/
Undroppables - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYQ/WZD9/H1JUJRYK/FYQWZD9H1JUJRYK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYQ/WZD9/H1JUJRYK/FYQWZD9H1JUJRYK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYQ/WZD9/H1JUJRYK/FYQWZD9H1JUJRYK.SMALL.jpg sdfgeoff Who here likes to fiddle with their stationary while at school, college, work or home? And who's teacher/lecturer/boss/wife get's annoyed at this (when you drop it)? Well, there's me, and I'm sure a few others. To solve this problem I came up with a small metal object that you can make that keeps ...
By: sdfgeoff

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 May 2012 01:10:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-Carpenter-Bee-Traps/
Making Carpenter Bee Traps - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWG/VIJR/H1QMLABU/FWGVIJRH1QMLABU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWG/VIJR/H1QMLABU/FWGVIJRH1QMLABU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWG/VIJR/H1QMLABU/FWGVIJRH1QMLABU.SMALL.jpg kentdvm Carpenter bees are nature's answer to the cordless drill.  They are incredible drillers and cause significant damage to wooden buildings by burrowing long holes.  The bees do not actually eat the wood but drill tunnels as a place to lay eggs.  Their preference is to find an old hole and drill furthe...
By: kentdvm

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 May 2012 05:46:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Polished-Concrete-Fire-Pit-Table/
Polished Concrete Fire Pit Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ5/MUO6/H1KH9Q05/FQ5MUO6H1KH9Q05.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ5/MUO6/H1KH9Q05/FQ5MUO6H1KH9Q05.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ5/MUO6/H1KH9Q05/FQ5MUO6H1KH9Q05.SMALL.jpg abitdifferent I thought I'd do a quick instructable of my latest creation, im not going to go into major details as there's loads of polishing concrete instructables to read out there but here it is. Check out my other work here abitdifferent.wordpress.com Make the mould I made my mould out of old bits of woo...
By: abitdifferent

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 28 Apr 2012 09:40:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Crazy-Horses-Calumet/
Bacchus' Calumet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFA/QSRI/H1LWQJU8/FFAQSRIH1LWQJU8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFA/QSRI/H1LWQJU8/FFAQSRIH1LWQJU8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFA/QSRI/H1LWQJU8/FFAQSRIH1LWQJU8.SMALL.jpg bartolo I called this Instructable originally 'Crazy Horse's Calumet'. But, some members mentioned the 'abusive' use of this Lakota name. Since I never wanted to offend or provocate anyone I decided to change the title. It became 'Counterfeit' Calumet. Member Joni - see comments - told me that this pipe wou...
By: bartolo

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 May 2012 09:51:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Evolution-of-a-ring-bender-ring-roller-machine/
Evolution of a ring bender / ring roller machine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7B/HLMW/H1KH9P94/F7BHLMWH1KH9P94.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7B/HLMW/H1KH9P94/F7BHLMWH1KH9P94.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7B/HLMW/H1KH9P94/F7BHLMWH1KH9P94.SMALL.jpg jds1969 I read an interesting instructable about a metal bender and then I saw the most interesting photo of a theatrical workshop tool. I formulated an idea and it quickly turned into a new tool. Preparing the vice I am only planning to bend aluminum and galvanized steel wire so I don't need a hydraulic...
By: jds1969

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 28 Apr 2012 11:03:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cold-War-Dead-Drop-Bolt/
Cold War Dead Drop Bolt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGY/4Q6H/GLHRZBPM/FGY4Q6HGLHRZBPM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGY/4Q6H/GLHRZBPM/FGY4Q6HGLHRZBPM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGY/4Q6H/GLHRZBPM/FGY4Q6HGLHRZBPM.SMALL.jpg S-creek I saw one of these in the spy museum in DC and thought it was pretty awesome.  Recently, I discovered you can buy these, and the commercial version probably holds alot more then mine, but it is fun to make your own cold war spy gear. This might not work very well if you carry it around in your brie...
By: S-creek

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Mar 2011 22:20:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-remove-car-window-tint%3a-the-not-messy%2c-chea/
How to remove car window tint: the not messy, cheap, easy way - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3W/88HB/0M3EXCFDG66/F3W88HB0M3EXCFDG66.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3W/88HB/0M3EXCFDG66/F3W88HB0M3EXCFDG66.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3W/88HB/0M3EXCFDG66/F3W88HB0M3EXCFDG66.SMALL.jpg The DNR Removing tint & stickers from car windows So easy you'll slap yo' mamma!!! This instructable covers removing tint (and stickers) from windows. It is specifically geared to removing tinting from 5th generation Honda Preludes from 1997 to 2001, but can be used on anything from Kias to Hummers, to ho...
By: The DNR

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Feb 2007 01:31:43 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-quick-box-using-box-joints/
Make a quick box using box joints - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3M/TNVE/H1JUIYHF/F3MTNVEH1JUIYHF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3M/TNVE/H1JUIYHF/F3MTNVEH1JUIYHF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3M/TNVE/H1JUIYHF/F3MTNVEH1JUIYHF.SMALL.jpg tkohler I wanted to make a small box for a project and I wanted strong joints. A mitered and glued box wouldn't be strong enough for what i had in mind so I tried box joints.  There are all kinds of commercially available jigs and tools to assist in making box joints (or dovetails) but I made my own jig qu...
By: tkohler

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 May 2012 22:28:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hollow-Bolt-Dead-Drop/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/OBMM/H1EMHT7Q/FV0OBMMH1EMHT7Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/OBMM/H1EMHT7Q/FV0OBMMH1EMHT7Q.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/OBMM/H1EMHT7Q/FV0OBMMH1EMHT7Q.SMALL.jpg jeanluc83 I made this dead drop a while back just to see if I could.  I didn’t even know that was the name for one of these things until I came across the Spy Challenge so I thought it would make a good entry. It is made from a 1/4” bolt.  It can't hold anything much bigger than a postage stamp.  The general...
By: jeanluc83

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 24 Apr 2012 19:04:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bending-PVC-pipe-Just-because-you-can/
Bending PVC pipe - Just because you can - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS9/UXFJ/H1IMOUEF/FS9UXFJH1IMOUEF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS9/UXFJ/H1IMOUEF/FS9UXFJH1IMOUEF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS9/UXFJ/H1IMOUEF/FS9UXFJH1IMOUEF.SMALL.jpg wisegye Have you ever found yourself putting in that new sprinkler system for your garden and right in the middle of the project discovered that you are out of 45 degree fittings?  With this simple technique, you can heat bend custom fittings in any kind of PVC pipe. The secret to the process is using a co...
By: wisegye

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 Apr 2012 22:57:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Techniques-for-making-a-few-simple-boxes/
Techniques for making a few simple boxes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Q/PKZ6/FPBKZB0C/F9QPKZ6FPBKZB0C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Q/PKZ6/FPBKZB0C/F9QPKZ6FPBKZB0C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Q/PKZ6/FPBKZB0C/F9QPKZ6FPBKZB0C.SMALL.jpg photozz This instructable will show several techniques for making simple wood boxes. "But Photozz," you say.. "That's just... lame. Cant you hack and umbrella and toaster together to make something that keeps you dry and warm at the same time? ""But Internet people" I say... "Shadup and stop stealing my id...
By: photozz

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Jan 2009 12:40:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Overview-2/
Solar Spa Heater - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/D663/H19RHGMH/FSOD663H19RHGMH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/D663/H19RHGMH/FSOD663H19RHGMH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/D663/H19RHGMH/FSOD663H19RHGMH.SMALL.jpg petastream Well it's that time of the year again here in Southern California time to fill up the spa and break out the BBQs. This has become a yearly ritual as well as a scathing reminder that electricity is not free. Any how my wife has been wanting to move in a greener direction and has been rather matter a...
By: petastream

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 21 Apr 2012 22:59:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Scrap-Wood-Cutting-Board-1/
Scrap Wood Cutting Board - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLK/ATK3/H0KKFZ3L/FLKATK3H0KKFZ3L.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLK/ATK3/H0KKFZ3L/FLKATK3H0KKFZ3L.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLK/ATK3/H0KKFZ3L/FLKATK3H0KKFZ3L.SMALL.jpg noahw Finding ways to use up scrap wood in the shop is always a fun challenge.  This scrap wood cutting board is a great project because it's made from a wide variety of different kinds of wood that are all a bunch of different sizes - which is to say, it can be made with virtually whatever you've got lyi...
By: noahw

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 23 Apr 2012 07:07:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Unique-Wind-turbine-Very-adaptable-design/
Unique Wind turbine. Very adaptable design - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR2/QRCX/H1AH6HY8/FR2QRCXH1AH6HY8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR2/QRCX/H1AH6HY8/FR2QRCXH1AH6HY8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR2/QRCX/H1AH6HY8/FR2QRCXH1AH6HY8.SMALL.jpg james123cb This is my home made wind turbine. What makes this one special is that the  foils self adjust to maximize power. It rotates vertically instead of horizontally. (also known as a VAWT) .  There are many different designs on the INTERNET where the foils adjust, but this is my own unique design. What ma...
By: james123cb

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 22 Apr 2012 16:44:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Pogo-Stick-of-Insanity/
The Pogo Stick of Insanity - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/OFSO/H15NCJHC/F3LOFSOH15NCJHC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/OFSO/H15NCJHC/F3LOFSOH15NCJHC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/OFSO/H15NCJHC/F3LOFSOH15NCJHC.SMALL.jpg stumitch Well the title says it all. This is a quick Instructable of a project i do with my grade 8 metalwork class.  Each step of the Instructable will be one day in the class. I will start with a daily tools and materials list as well as a detailed description of what you'll need to do the project. If you...
By: stumitch

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 21 Apr 2012 22:20:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Patio-Tabletop-Made-From-Reclaimed-Deck-Wood/
Patio Tabletop Made From Reclaimed Deck Wood - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/YMSJ/H11WJBU2/FJOYMSJH11WJBU2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/YMSJ/H11WJBU2/FJOYMSJH11WJBU2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/YMSJ/H11WJBU2/FJOYMSJH11WJBU2.SMALL.jpg HunterTX81 I should first start out by saying that although this is somewhat of a "step-by-step" instructable, I'm not really going into complete detail on all the exact dimensions.  Not because I'm lazy, but because I customized this table top to fit on an existing patio table frame that I currently have (at ...
By: HunterTX81

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 Apr 2012 17:56:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Savonius-VAWT-to-Make-Electricity-2012-Upd/
Build a Savonius VAWT to Make Electricity 2012 Update - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/REEV/H0OIVDKF/FOFREEVH0OIVDKF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/REEV/H0OIVDKF/FOFREEVH0OIVDKF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/REEV/H0OIVDKF/FOFREEVH0OIVDKF.SMALL.jpg bhunter736 Once upon a time, I wrote an instructable on this subject and it has changed my life.  As things have progressed very slowly, to some it may have appeared that I fell off the planet.  To those that know me, it has been a difficult and arduous but rewarding process.  Here , I would like to again shar...
By: bhunter736

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 14 Apr 2012 22:09:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/All-Metal-Bolt-Earbuds/
All Metal Bolt Earbuds - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/B0WJ/H0OJ3FX8/FQ7B0WJH0OJ3FX8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/B0WJ/H0OJ3FX8/FQ7B0WJH0OJ3FX8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/B0WJ/H0OJ3FX8/FQ7B0WJH0OJ3FX8.SMALL.jpg solomonhorses Here is an Instructable on how I made a pair of Hollow Bolt Earbuds.  I call them earbolts. There is a fair amount of skill necessary with a power drill, Dremel motor tool, soldering iron, and hand tools to perform this build described. I am only describing my method of making this, which is easies...
By: solomonhorses

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 14 Apr 2012 10:57:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Upcycled-pallet-succulent-side-table/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQW/UNNR/H0OJ1FV9/FQWUNNRH0OJ1FV9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQW/UNNR/H0OJ1FV9/FQWUNNRH0OJ1FV9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQW/UNNR/H0OJ1FV9/FQWUNNRH0OJ1FV9.SMALL.jpg crazyascarl
By: crazyascarl

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 12 Apr 2012 23:28:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fabricating-a-Heavy-Duty-Rocket-Stove/
Fabricating a Heavy-Duty Rocket Stove - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTJ/JWD1/H0OJ66FG/FTJJWD1H0OJ66FG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTJ/JWD1/H0OJ66FG/FTJJWD1H0OJ66FG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTJ/JWD1/H0OJ66FG/FTJJWD1H0OJ66FG.SMALL.jpg eaahnen Rocket stoves are small efficient stoves that can produce a hot flame with only a few small pieces of wood. The reason it is called a rocket stove is because when wood is added to the fire the flames create an internal draft. As the draft is created, the fire begins to produce a jet of fire coming ...
By: eaahnen

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 13 Apr 2012 07:22:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easiest-way-to-cleanly-cut-bottles/
Easiest way to cleanly cut bottles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F81/KWYL/H0OIZC0X/F81KWYLH0OIZC0X.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F81/KWYL/H0OIZC0X/F81KWYLH0OIZC0X.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F81/KWYL/H0OIZC0X/F81KWYLH0OIZC0X.SMALL.jpg Jor2daje I know there are already quite a few great bottle cutting instructables but I find this technique to be the fastest, and in my expirience the cleanest and easiest way to cut bottles. My project was to make a set of drinking glasses from old pepsi bottles that I had lying around, but you can use this...
By: Jor2daje

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 8 Apr 2012 17:05:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Self-standing-staircase/
Self standing staircase - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF6/QRES/H0QH0KHQ/FF6QRESH0QH0KHQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF6/QRES/H0QH0KHQ/FF6QRESH0QH0KHQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF6/QRES/H0QH0KHQ/FF6QRESH0QH0KHQ.SMALL.jpg HickLife Stairs. Everyone has seen them. Everyone has used them. And most people avoid them whenever possible.  They are fairly simple depending on how much detail you go into on them. They just take a little planning, a little math, and a steady hand. The ones I designed and built/will build were designed s...
By: HickLife

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 8 Apr 2012 03:23:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-D-Ring-Bit-driver/
Build a D-Ring Bit driver - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/OPOP/FWMO3JCE/FD7OPOPFWMO3JCE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/OPOP/FWMO3JCE/FD7OPOPFWMO3JCE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/OPOP/FWMO3JCE/FD7OPOPFWMO3JCE.SMALL.jpg uglymike This is simply a bit driver attached to a D-Ring carabiner. The bit holder slides around the ring allowing you get great leverage and get at hard to reach fasteners. It's a simple but versatile tool for your pocket, glove box or tool box. It's easy to make and you'll wonder how you ever got along...
By: uglymike

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 4 Jul 2009 21:32:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Low-Budget-Computer-Desk/
Low Cost Computer Desk - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5K/G8ZF/GRFN35F4/F5KG8ZFGRFN35F4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5K/G8ZF/GRFN35F4/F5KG8ZFGRFN35F4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5K/G8ZF/GRFN35F4/F5KG8ZFGRFN35F4.SMALL.jpg Sobaka-Gemini Over the summer I decided I needed a new desk. After looking online at many different desks costing hundreds dollars I figured I could make one for much less. In fact the total cost I estimate to be around $50. This price could go up very quick if you have to buy some power tools or end up going to ...
By: Sobaka-Gemini

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Apr 2012 13:29:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Floating-Wine-Bottle-Holder/
How to Make a Floating Wine Bottle Holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT2/GVJN/GZACQFA1/FT2GVJNGZACQFA1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT2/GVJN/GZACQFA1/FT2GVJNGZACQFA1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT2/GVJN/GZACQFA1/FT2GVJNGZACQFA1.SMALL.jpg craftknowitall Ever since I first saw one of these, I wanted one.  The principle of center of gravity is so excellently demonstrated by this set up, for it stays floating in the air, because the center of gravity of the entire system (board and full bottle) is directly over the slanted foot it rests upon.  I alw...
By: craftknowitall

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 4 Apr 2012 19:47:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/A-New-Workbench/
A New Workbench - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJB/OJ2I/H0FLIVVV/FJBOJ2IH0FLIVVV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJB/OJ2I/H0FLIVVV/FJBOJ2IH0FLIVVV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJB/OJ2I/H0FLIVVV/FJBOJ2IH0FLIVVV.SMALL.jpg jimbotheconflictor The Getting Started In Woodworking (GSIW) Workbench is cheap and easy to build. If you have a circular saw, drill, router and a need for a decent bench I would highly recommend giving this one a shot.  Detailed instructions (including video) can be found over at finewoodworking.com, so I won't go t...
By: jimbotheconflictor

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 31 Mar 2012 18:37:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-POV-Propeller-Clock-motor/
Building a POV, Propeller Clock motor - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2X/F60O/FABDYPON/F2XF60OFABDYPON.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2X/F60O/FABDYPON/F2XF60OFABDYPON.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2X/F60O/FABDYPON/F2XF60OFABDYPON.SMALL.jpg frickelkram Meanwhile the Propeller Clock of Bob Blick is known quiet well in the DIY communities http://www.bobblick.com/techref/projects/propclock/propclock.html . Some people do crazy things http://www.ledcontrol.narod.ru/eng/index.htm .One problem building such a clock is to find a motor. The motor has to ...
By: frickelkram

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