Instructables: exploring - category - Wood - popular http://www.instructables.com Fri, 17 May 2013 22:57:34 PDT BLOX v1.01 Pallet End Table from Reused Wood http://www.instructables.com/id/End-Table-from-Reused-wood-pallet/
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Sun, 21 Apr 2013 21:27:52 PDT
Reclaimed Wood Flat-Pack Picnic Table With Planter/Ice Trough 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...
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Mon, 13 May 2013 21:16:09 PDT
Having a "Bevel-ish" Good Time on the Laser! 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...   Using the red LED spot that's built-in to the laser helps with alignment and focusing. Overall, the jig is about 1...
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Sun, 12 May 2013 17:21:45 PDT
Mothers-Day handprints with a turned wood frame. http://www.instructables.com/id/Handprints-with-a-turned-wood-frame/
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Thu, 9 May 2013 10:31:29 PDT
Build a Pair of Custom Speakers http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Pair-of-Custom-Speakers/
Build a Pair of Custom Speakers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Y/IYZ7/GDRPMV2Z/F0YIYZ7GDRPMV2Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Y/IYZ7/GDRPMV2Z/F0YIYZ7GDRPMV2Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Y/IYZ7/GDRPMV2Z/F0YIYZ7GDRPMV2Z.SMALL.jpg InsideABox Hi all, Here's an Instructable on how to make a pair of custom speakers. These speakers use a pair of Dayton Audio Sound Exciters that can turn virtually any surface into a speaker. I did this because I still have 2 weeks to go before I return to college. I thought this would be a good idea to kil...
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Wed, 8 Sep 2010 09:28:58 PDT
Lamp Clock (or Clock Lamp?) 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...
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Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:04:50 PDT
Purpleheart Ouija Pendant with Polymer Clay Inlays http://www.instructables.com/id/Purpleheart-Ouija-Pendant-with-Polymer-Clay-Inlays/
Purpleheart Ouija Pendant with Polymer Clay Inlays - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3N/0G2K/HFSHFL8N/F3N0G2KHFSHFL8N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3N/0G2K/HFSHFL8N/F3N0G2KHFSHFL8N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3N/0G2K/HFSHFL8N/F3N0G2KHFSHFL8N.SMALL.jpg purpletheory This is my second Ouija themed project, this time using purpleheart wood (Peltogyne), which is a naturally purple hardwood that comes from the tropical regions of Central and South America. I had never worked with purpleheart wood before so I wanted to start with a small project and I also wanted to...
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Mon, 29 Apr 2013 18:15:42 PDT
Building a workshop from scratch http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-workshop-from-scratch/
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Fri, 2 Jan 2009 09:25:03 PST
Carving a Eagle Feather 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...
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Sat, 27 Apr 2013 18:08:34 PDT
How to Make Polymer Clay Beads http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Polymer-Clay-Beads/
How to Make Polymer Clay Beads - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/NHXC/FSPRPTS6/FRHNHXCFSPRPTS6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/NHXC/FSPRPTS6/FRHNHXCFSPRPTS6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/NHXC/FSPRPTS6/FRHNHXCFSPRPTS6.SMALL.jpg thickneckarts I love to make rather large polymer clay beads but the bigger the bead, the heavier the weight, which is no good for jewelry. I decided using a wood "filler" bead might help cut down the weight. Turns out it did and it also cut down my expenses b/c I wasn't using nearly as much clay! And that transl...
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Wed, 25 Mar 2009 13:29:22 PDT
tea staining 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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Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:40:25 PDT
Coffee table for free http://www.instructables.com/id/Coffee-table-for-free/
Coffee table for free - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG2/97QK/HFSH4ZJ1/FG297QKHFSH4ZJ1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG2/97QK/HFSH4ZJ1/FG297QKHFSH4ZJ1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG2/97QK/HFSH4ZJ1/FG297QKHFSH4ZJ1.SMALL.jpg stico In this instructable i will try to explain step by step how i have made that coffee from scrap wood and a pallet. To achieve that you will need : Tools : a hand saw (japanese saws are the best in my opinion) wood white glue screws screwdriver nails a hammer clamps sanding paper or powerfull sandi...
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Tue, 23 Apr 2013 09:57:25 PDT
How to upholster a chair seat 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...
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Fri, 19 Apr 2013 12:28:37 PDT
A simple lamp made from laminated wood 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....
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Tue, 16 Apr 2013 23:03:58 PDT
Wooden earings for free http://www.instructables.com/id/Wooden-earings-for-free/
Wooden earings for free - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0I/SWRQ/HFD1DQ9L/F0ISWRQHFD1DQ9L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0I/SWRQ/HFD1DQ9L/F0ISWRQHFD1DQ9L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0I/SWRQ/HFD1DQ9L/F0ISWRQHFD1DQ9L.SMALL.jpg stico A small step by step to show you how to create wooden earrings from scrap wood. Preparing the stuff Gather some pieces of wood, no matter what wood, as long as you like how they are matching together. Be creative ! So take some pieces of wood, clean and shape them at your taste, and make sure su...
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Mon, 15 Apr 2013 04:47:32 PDT
LED lamp for your workspace/ desktop/ table... 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 ...
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Mon, 15 Apr 2013 10:52:12 PDT
Backyard Climbing and Training Wall 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...
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Sat, 13 Apr 2013 18:11:41 PDT
Building a Custom Rifle Stock 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...
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Thu, 15 Dec 2011 08:56:32 PST
Easy DIY Bent Plywood Light Fixtues( NO Steaming, laminating or kerf cuts!) 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...
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Wed, 10 Apr 2013 01:07:11 PDT
How to build a floating deck http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-a-floating-deck/
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Sun, 28 Mar 2010 13:34:07 PDT
Wooden Air Plant Pendant http://www.instructables.com/id/Wooden-Air-Plant-Pendant/
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Sun, 7 Apr 2013 19:40:31 PDT
Wood Ring 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...
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Wed, 6 Jul 2011 18:46:45 PDT
Make a Boomerang that actually comes back! http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Boomerang-that-actually-comes-back!/
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Mon, 18 Jun 2007 22:39:08 PDT
How to make a bowl from a flat plank http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-bowl-from-a-flat-plank/
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Sun, 4 Jul 2010 21:05:42 PDT
Awesome Cutting Boards! http://www.instructables.com/id/Awesome-Cutting-Boards!/
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Thu, 3 May 2007 11:30:47 PDT
The Illusionist's heart 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...
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Sat, 28 Apr 2012 04:46:57 PDT
How To Make A Wooden Pen 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...
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Thu, 4 Apr 2013 11:03:54 PDT
Spiral Lamp 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...
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Tue, 2 Apr 2013 12:32:03 PDT
Walking Table 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 ...
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Tue, 2 Apr 2013 11:39:01 PDT
Wooden LED Synced Headphones from Scratch http://www.instructables.com/id/Wooden-LED-Synced-Headphones-from-Scratch/
Wooden LED Synced Headphones from Scratch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNR/LIKP/HELXKO3Z/FNRLIKPHELXKO3Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNR/LIKP/HELXKO3Z/FNRLIKPHELXKO3Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNR/LIKP/HELXKO3Z/FNRLIKPHELXKO3Z.SMALL.jpg Marker1024 Over the past few months I have been asked by my fellow classmates and friends,"Mark, why are you making headphones?" My response has consistently been, I love music, I want good quality over ear headphones, but I don't want to drop 300+ on name brand headphones. If you know me I will take almost an...
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Sun, 31 Mar 2013 12:22:54 PDT
DIY Wood Stove Fan for under $50 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...
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Thu, 17 Jan 2013 17:21:42 PST
Bend Lamination Bracelet http://www.instructables.com/id/Bend-Lamination-Bracelet/
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Mon, 25 Mar 2013 16:22:45 PDT
Bench Lathe 3 in 1 (Lathe - Sander - Grinder/Sharpener) 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 ...
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Tue, 4 May 2010 04:39:27 PDT
Plywood Utility Shelf http://www.instructables.com/id/Plywood-Utility-Shelf/
Plywood Utility Shelf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXF/W186/HELXKFV0/FXFW186HELXKFV0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXF/W186/HELXKFV0/FXFW186HELXKFV0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXF/W186/HELXKFV0/FXFW186HELXKFV0.SMALL.jpg wholman In my humble apartment, I use a modern, open table for a desk, a dining table, and a workbench. Like many of us living in small spaces, storage is hard to come by and clutter can overwhelm. I wanted to take the scanner, speakers, router, pens, papers, and general nonsense and get it out of my way so...
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Fri, 22 Mar 2013 19:10:25 PDT
Fishing Lures http://www.instructables.com/id/Fishing-Lures/
Fishing Lures - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDG/9XGG/HEI4FFDN/FDG9XGGHEI4FFDN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDG/9XGG/HEI4FFDN/FDG9XGGHEI4FFDN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDG/9XGG/HEI4FFDN/FDG9XGGHEI4FFDN.SMALL.jpg blackcat2 In this instructable I will teach you how to make a simple and inexpensive fishing lure out of common household materials. In this model of fishing lures, you can completely customize it to your liking by painting it however you desire.  What did you make? I made some simple fishing lures from hou...
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Wed, 20 Mar 2013 14:29:27 PDT
Reclaimed 6 drawer Dresser (TECHSHOP BUILT)!! 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!!!! ...
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Thu, 21 Mar 2013 21:30:59 PDT
Liquid inlaid, laser cut guitar headstock - made at Techshop http://www.instructables.com/id/Liquid-inlaid-laser-cut-guitar-headstock-made-a/
Liquid inlaid, laser cut guitar headstock - made at Techshop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/2HYW/HEBNHGAJ/FWT2HYWHEBNHGAJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/2HYW/HEBNHGAJ/FWT2HYWHEBNHGAJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/2HYW/HEBNHGAJ/FWT2HYWHEBNHGAJ.SMALL.jpg workislove This a laser cut, inlaid headstock for my carbon fiber acoustic guitar project, made as part of a workshop at Techshop. I'm going to show how I designed and cut the headstock shape and inlay using the software and laser cutter at Techshop. In addition to showing how I made my particular headstock, ...
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Mon, 18 Mar 2013 08:24:50 PDT
CNC machined guitar bridge - made at Techshop http://www.instructables.com/id/CNC-machined-guitar-bridge-made-at-Techshop/
CNC machined guitar bridge - made at Techshop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDK/CVSD/HE7D9S9F/FDKCVSDHE7D9S9F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDK/CVSD/HE7D9S9F/FDKCVSDHE7D9S9F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDK/CVSD/HE7D9S9F/FDKCVSDHE7D9S9F.SMALL.jpg workislove In this instructable I will show you how I made the bridge base for my carbon fiber acoustic guitar using the ShopBot CNC machine and software available at Techshop. I designed the bridge based on the signature bridge of Bashkin Guitars, with some small modifications. I copied the bridge slot and p...
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Mon, 18 Mar 2013 08:22:40 PDT
How To Dismantle A Pallet 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...
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Sun, 31 May 2009 14:27:51 PDT
USB made from recycled wood http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-made-from-recycled-wood/
USB made from recycled wood - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEG/D300/HEBNNYTP/FEGD300HEBNNYTP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEG/D300/HEBNNYTP/FEGD300HEBNNYTP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEG/D300/HEBNNYTP/FEGD300HEBNNYTP.SMALL.jpg Duhast This instructable shows how to convert a common usb to a beautiful one. Changing the plastic or metalic cover to wood. Materials 1.- Rotary tool with accessories for sanding and cutting. 2- White glue 3.- USB 4.- Silicone, to fill the USB body 5.- Recycled wood, in this case I take a piece from ...
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Sun, 17 Mar 2013 11:49:45 PDT
Ikea Rutbo turned Wood Veneer Pendant http://www.instructables.com/id/Ikea-Rutbo-turned-Wood-Veneer-Pendant/
Ikea Rutbo turned Wood Veneer Pendant - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Z/DQSX/HEBNH841/F2ZDQSXHEBNH841.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Z/DQSX/HEBNH841/F2ZDQSXHEBNH841.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Z/DQSX/HEBNH841/F2ZDQSXHEBNH841.SMALL.jpg pbarton1 The paper coverings on some of Ikea’s lighting can look dated or worn after a while. But I saw an opportunity to turn a “Last Chance” Rutbo Pendant into a wood veneer pendant lamp to hang over our dining table. I like the warmth that wood provides to a modern home. But many of the nice looking wood ...
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Sun, 17 Mar 2013 18:03:46 PDT
Convert a Electric Water Tank to a Outdoor Wood Heater 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...
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Sun, 17 Mar 2013 23:36:12 PDT
Cheap DIY 100" Projector Screen 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...
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Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:15:40 PDT
Build a Wooden Horse 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...
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Wed, 13 Mar 2013 20:45:24 PDT
100% Homemade Lathe 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...
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Thu, 20 Sep 2007 17:51:19 PDT
Easy DIY Iron Wall Art! http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-DIY-Iron-Wall-Art/
Easy DIY Iron Wall Art! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F67/EVIK/HDYZ6PO7/F67EVIKHDYZ6PO7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F67/EVIK/HDYZ6PO7/F67EVIKHDYZ6PO7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F67/EVIK/HDYZ6PO7/F67EVIKHDYZ6PO7.SMALL.jpg shazni Take a good look at the picture...what do you see...A beautiful metal wall art... scroll down to find out how to do this super  super easy wall art...  :-D Take a good look Gotcha! Tell me the truth....you came to the next step thinking this is metal right?? ;-) well you are wrong! This is simp...
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Mon, 11 Mar 2013 12:41:30 PDT
Toolbox Ideas 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.
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Wed, 26 Aug 2009 06:38:44 PDT
All of My Current Handcrafted Knives 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...
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Sat, 5 Jan 2013 13:01:25 PST
Made it at TechShop RDU- How to refurbish an Old Skateboard 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...
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Sun, 3 Mar 2013 15:38:48 PST
Marking Knife on the cheap 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...
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Tue, 5 Mar 2013 18:56:54 PST