Instructables: exploring - party-tricks - popular http://www.instructables.com Thu, 23 May 2013 11:25:48 PDT BLOX v1.01 Tablecloth Magic http://www.instructables.com/id/Tablecloth-Magic/
Tablecloth Magic - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVM/UWQC/H94ZAJSG/FVMUWQCH94ZAJSG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVM/UWQC/H94ZAJSG/FVMUWQCH94ZAJSG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVM/UWQC/H94ZAJSG/FVMUWQCH94ZAJSG.SMALL.jpg emily.dunn Learn to pull a tablecloth out from under a table setting for entertainment purposes. Anyone can pull off this simple trick. (Get it? pull it off) With a little bit of practice you can amaze your friends at your next dinner party. ***Before you attempt this trick, read through all of the directions...
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Sun, 4 Nov 2012 20:16:15 PST
How to crush a can on your head http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-crush-a-can-on-your-head/
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Thu, 3 Apr 2008 17:57:29 PDT
Make It Rain Down Chocolate! For Real! Here's How to Make Your Own Pneumatic Candy Cannon! http://www.instructables.com/id/Its-Raining-Chocolate-How-to-Make-Your-Own-Pneum/
Make It Rain Down Chocolate! For Real! Here's How to Make Your Own Pneumatic Candy Cannon! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/BNQ7/HDOWA5YG/FA9BNQ7HDOWA5YG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/BNQ7/HDOWA5YG/FA9BNQ7HDOWA5YG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/BNQ7/HDOWA5YG/FA9BNQ7HDOWA5YG.SMALL.jpg The King of Random Be the coolest person on the block by building a pneumatic device that will launch candy 100 feet in the air, and make it rain down all kinds of sugary treats!!! It's fun to make, and a huge hit at birthday parties! www.thekingofrandom.com Watch the Video! WARNING:  This project uses compress...
By: The King of Random

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Fri, 1 Mar 2013 08:35:53 PST
Cardboard and Water Magic Trick http://www.instructables.com/id/Cardboard-and-Water-Magic-Trick/
Cardboard and Water Magic Trick - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAD/EVJN/HD4VLVXQ/FADEVJNHD4VLVXQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAD/EVJN/HD4VLVXQ/FADEVJNHD4VLVXQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAD/EVJN/HD4VLVXQ/FADEVJNHD4VLVXQ.SMALL.jpg sgfidlin Amaze your friends with this easy magic trick. Materials -pocket knife -cardboard -water -cup (in my opinion a clear glass works the best).   Cardboard Cut the cardboard so it is a little bigger than the glass. Water Fill the glass about 1/4 of the way full. Then place the cardboard on the...
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Fri, 15 Feb 2013 15:28:18 PST
How to Make Dry Ice - With a Fire Extinguisher! http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Dry-Ice-With-a-Fire-Extinguisher/
How to Make Dry Ice - With a Fire Extinguisher! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/4AH2/HCV9C3LP/F6N4AH2HCV9C3LP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/4AH2/HCV9C3LP/F6N4AH2HCV9C3LP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/4AH2/HCV9C3LP/F6N4AH2HCV9C3LP.SMALL.jpg The King of Random Here's how to make dry-ice at home, or wherever you feel like it!  All you need is a pillow case, and a CO2 fire extinguisher. Find more projects like this at: www.thekingofrandom.com This project was inspired by: Theo Gray (Mad Science) http://youtu.be/gyLwYin6pRo Watch the Video! WARN...
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Thu, 7 Feb 2013 11:44:44 PST
The Cup Song from Pitch Perfect tutorial! http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Cup-Song-from-Pitch-Perfect-tutorial/
The Cup Song from Pitch Perfect tutorial! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMQ/GX1P/HAQ2V20F/FMQGX1PHAQ2V20F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMQ/GX1P/HAQ2V20F/FMQGX1PHAQ2V20F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMQ/GX1P/HAQ2V20F/FMQGX1PHAQ2V20F.SMALL.jpg TeganJovanka This is a tutorial on how to do 'the cup song' from Pitch Perfect (You're gonna miss me when I've gone)! If you don't know what it is, go check out this video which is a cover of the song: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7oqsc6ahHVI This video is useful for learning the song: http://www.youtube.com/w...
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Sun, 20 Jan 2013 08:06:17 PST
How to put water into an upside-down cup! http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-put-water-into-an-upside-down-cup/
How to put water into an upside-down cup! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/8GF4/G7DY75OB/FOF8GF4G7DY75OB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/8GF4/G7DY75OB/FOF8GF4G7DY75OB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOF/8GF4/G7DY75OB/FOF8GF4G7DY75OB.SMALL.jpg building king        This is a pretty simple trick that can be done with items you can find at home.  The trick is an upside-down cup with water in it.  If you pick up the cup, the water goes everywhere.  This is actually my first instructable and I am submitting it to the april fools contest.  Please view this! ...
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Sun, 4 Apr 2010 15:04:29 PDT
2 ways to Make a Balloon Float without helium http://www.instructables.com/id/2-ways-to-Make-a-Balloon-Float-without-helium/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRT/T223/GKLJ5YCR/FRTT223GKLJ5YCR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRT/T223/GKLJ5YCR/FRTT223GKLJ5YCR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRT/T223/GKLJ5YCR/FRTT223GKLJ5YCR.SMALL.jpg 3BricksHigher This shows how you can make a balloon float without the use of helium with stuff you can find easily or around your house.
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Sun, 27 Feb 2011 06:19:49 PST
THE ABSOLUTE DO'S AND DONT'S OF ZIPPO LIGHTERS. http://www.instructables.com/id/THE-ABSOLUTE-DOS-AND-DONTS-OF-ZIPPO-LIGHTERS/
THE ABSOLUTE DO'S AND DONT'S OF ZIPPO LIGHTERS. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEJ/G2OL/FWBNLN21/FEJG2OLFWBNLN21.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEJ/G2OL/FWBNLN21/FEJG2OLFWBNLN21.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEJ/G2OL/FWBNLN21/FEJG2OLFWBNLN21.SMALL.jpg pyro man hello,i have seen many instructables on what you can do with zippos,but i have not seen a comp-lete guide where the author lists what you should and shouldn't do with a zippo lighter. please excuse the lack of pictures,but i will post them if i feel they are needed. The history of the zippo light...
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Fri, 26 Jun 2009 18:28:57 PDT
Zippo Trick: The Twilight Zone http://www.instructables.com/id/Zippo-Trick%3a-The-Twilight-Zone/
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By: fungus amungus

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Mon, 22 Jan 2007 16:22:55 PST
How to Punch Through Concrete http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Punch-Through-Concrete/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT8/WG8F/H742ZHKS/FT8WG8FH742ZHKS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT8/WG8F/H742ZHKS/FT8WG8FH742ZHKS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT8/WG8F/H742ZHKS/FT8WG8FH742ZHKS.SMALL.jpg NightHawkInLight This video demonstrates how to punch through concrete blocks using a gauntlet that adds weight and a reinforced impact point to the wearers fist. The added weight allows the speed of the punch to count for extra in total force. It's like swinging a hammer instead of a stick. Parts: 10" Strap Hin...
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Sat, 15 Sep 2012 06:06:25 PDT
How to Moonwalk http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Moonwalk-4/
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Mon, 4 Aug 2008 22:11:14 PDT
Zippo Trick: The Squeeze http://www.instructables.com/id/Zippo-Trick-The-Squeeze/
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Sun, 6 Jan 2008 12:24:32 PST
Basic Zippo tricks http://www.instructables.com/id/Basic-Zippo-tricks/
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Mon, 25 Aug 2008 18:04:23 PDT
How to make a Dollar BAND Ring http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Dollar-BAND-Ring/
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Sun, 22 May 2011 21:42:19 PDT
How to open a bottle of beer without a bottle opener http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-open-a-bottle-of-beer-without-a-bottle-open/
How to open a bottle of beer without a bottle opener - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FXG/LTOZ/6PSEU8QCUW5/FXGLTOZ6PSEU8QCUW5.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FXG/LTOZ/6PSEU8QCUW5/FXGLTOZ6PSEU8QCUW5.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FXG/LTOZ/6PSEU8QCUW5/FXGLTOZ6PSEU8QCUW5.SMALL.jpg lebowski This Instructable is a collaboration open to anyone who has a method for opening a bottle of beer, or any type of bottle, without a proper bottle opener. If you would like to add your method, make sure you have photos to share, please send me a private message and I'll add you to the list of collabo...
By: lebowski

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Thu, 7 Dec 2006 00:18:19 PST
Star Destroyer Ice Luge http://www.instructables.com/id/Star-Destroyer-Ice-Luge/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW0/3Q1E/GLHRZ038/FW03Q1EGLHRZ038.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW0/3Q1E/GLHRZ038/FW03Q1EGLHRZ038.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW0/3Q1E/GLHRZ038/FW03Q1EGLHRZ038.SMALL.jpg Incrxtc This is a project I made for my friend's birthday. His two favorite things are Star Wars and drinking. So I combined the two to make this ice luge. While this doesn't have instructions, I used a chainsaw, electric drill with a one inch spade bit, and a 300 pound block of ice. I bought two blocks, bu...
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Sun, 20 Mar 2011 19:31:44 PDT
Learn Business Card Throwing http://www.instructables.com/id/Learn-Business-Card-Throwing/
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Thu, 16 Dec 2010 09:37:59 PST
GIANT bubble blower http://www.instructables.com/id/GIANT-bubble-blower/
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Mon, 26 Nov 2007 00:08:21 PST
The Fortune-telling Cube http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Fortune-telling-Cube/
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Tue, 20 Jul 2010 23:10:07 PDT
Make your twin http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-your-twin/
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Tue, 30 Mar 2010 11:43:51 PDT
Shotgun a Beer with Just Your Thumb http://www.instructables.com/id/Shotgun-a-Beer-with-Just-Your-Thumb/
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Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:00:38 PST
Party Crackers http://www.instructables.com/id/Party-Crackers/
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Tue, 22 Dec 2009 09:10:14 PST