Instructables: exploring - Cool - featured http://www.instructables.com Sat, 25 May 2013 14:04:34 PDT BLOX v1.01 Wrapped bracelet http://www.instructables.com/id/Wrapped-bracelet/
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Sat, 18 May 2013 03:57:06 PDT
Diy tandem http://www.instructables.com/id/Diy-tandem/
Diy tandem - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/JNCG/HFSHFEPS/FPWJNCGHFSHFEPS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/JNCG/HFSHFEPS/FPWJNCGHFSHFEPS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/JNCG/HFSHFEPS/FPWJNCGHFSHFEPS.SMALL.jpg Gael - Tim Ok, to begin with I'm sorry about the limited amount of pictures taken during the actual build. I was a little bit too excited while building this to think of regularly taking pictures, some of you might know a little bit about this... So if the pictures don't make it clear enough, feel free to ask ...
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Sun, 28 Apr 2013 13:56:10 PDT
Rotary Phone iPod Dock http://www.instructables.com/id/Rotary-Phone-iPod-Dock/
Rotary Phone iPod Dock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/DREG/HFSHF90U/FB2DREGHFSHF90U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/DREG/HFSHF90U/FB2DREGHFSHF90U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/DREG/HFSHF90U/FB2DREGHFSHF90U.SMALL.jpg tomatoskins I have always loved re-purposing one thing into another. This instructable will show pictures of my completed iPod dock with commentary on how I put it together. I apologize that I didn't take pictures through the whole process. I was just too excited about the project. Parts Needed Parts needed:...
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Sat, 27 Apr 2013 20:58:01 PDT
Earth Pops with "Molten Core" http://www.instructables.com/id/Earth-Pops-with-Molten-Core/
Earth Pops with "Molten Core" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTE/PSJZ/HFPTRMDD/FTEPSJZHFPTRMDD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTE/PSJZ/HFPTRMDD/FTEPSJZHFPTRMDD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTE/PSJZ/HFPTRMDD/FTEPSJZHFPTRMDD.SMALL.jpg bagnitsch Here are some Earth Cake Pops I made for Earth Day, April 22nd. Complete with "molten core." Ingredients This tutorial basically follows my other cake pop recipes  You will need: White chocolate candy melts White cake mix Frosting Chocolate cake mix Eggs(Cage-Free), Oil, Water Lollipop sticks Blu...
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Sat, 20 Apr 2013 21:17:30 PDT
Easy to make Tetris inspired Pendants http://www.instructables.com/id/Tetris-Inspired-Pendants/
Easy to make Tetris inspired Pendants - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIT/XJ3M/HF24317J/FITXJ3MHF24317J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIT/XJ3M/HF24317J/FITXJ3MHF24317J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIT/XJ3M/HF24317J/FITXJ3MHF24317J.SMALL.jpg Muhaiminah Faiz I'm an occasional tetris maniac! Why? here's the funny story :p , I install and uninstall tetris twice or more every week. When I start playing tetris, I go mad! I just can't stop playing until feeling dizzy! the moment I realize I've become a tetris maniac I promise to myself 'this isn't good, I sh...
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Mon, 1 Apr 2013 11:33:22 PDT
Wakeboard Winch http://www.instructables.com/id/Wakeboard-Winch/
Wakeboard Winch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6B/BXSS/HET138OW/F6BBXSSHET138OW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6B/BXSS/HET138OW/F6BBXSSHET138OW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6B/BXSS/HET138OW/F6BBXSSHET138OW.SMALL.jpg cmcqueen321     http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2tRlp07DWWA            1- What did you make? (Tell the story of what you made and how it works. Why did you use the tools and materials you selected?)  I created a wakeboard winch. A winch is a machine that reals in a long rope rapidly with enough power to dra...
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Fri, 29 Mar 2013 09:22:04 PDT
Faucet Night Light http://www.instructables.com/id/Faucet-Night-Light/
Faucet Night Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOT/JL6L/HEBN3TAO/FOTJL6LHEBN3TAO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOT/JL6L/HEBN3TAO/FOTJL6LHEBN3TAO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOT/JL6L/HEBN3TAO/FOTJL6LHEBN3TAO.SMALL.jpg boston09 My nephew was on the Internet one day and found a picture online of a faucet value night light that plugged into a wall socket. He really liked it and wanted one. So he showed me the picture and asked me to make it for him. But since he doesn't have outlets near his bed, which is where he wanted it ...
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Mon, 18 Mar 2013 22:01:13 PDT
Sonic Screwdriver TV-B-Gone Conversion http://www.instructables.com/id/Sonic-Screwdriver-TV-B-Gone-Conversion/
Sonic Screwdriver TV-B-Gone Conversion - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F46/WW5A/HE7D30XH/F46WW5AHE7D30XH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F46/WW5A/HE7D30XH/F46WW5AHE7D30XH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F46/WW5A/HE7D30XH/F46WW5AHE7D30XH.SMALL.jpg furrysalamander So last month, I found out my friend's birthday was coming up, and I decided I had to get them something amazing.  She's a really big Doctor Who fan, and I had just finished watching all of the episodes currently on Netflix.  I was browsing around online looking for Doctor Who related presents, and ...
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Thu, 14 Mar 2013 20:36:41 PDT
Rustic Tree Branch Lamp Shades http://www.instructables.com/id/Rustic-Tree-Branch-Lamp-Shades/
Rustic Tree Branch Lamp Shades - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9S/NXJX/HE7DAJQ1/F9SNXJXHE7DAJQ1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9S/NXJX/HE7DAJQ1/F9SNXJXHE7DAJQ1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9S/NXJX/HE7DAJQ1/F9SNXJXHE7DAJQ1.SMALL.jpg Muhaiminah Faiz This might sound a bit funny, but the idea of making this lamp came from my.... dream! :p So, I decided to make my dream come true. This ible will show you how to make lamp shades from small tree logs and branches. You should make these lamp shades right away, why? because- These lamp shades are too...
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Wed, 13 Mar 2013 09:17:05 PDT
HANG .10 coffee table http://www.instructables.com/id/HANG-10-coffee-table/
HANG .10 coffee table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAD/Z0HJ/HDOW6TV5/FADZ0HJHDOW6TV5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAD/Z0HJ/HDOW6TV5/FADZ0HJHDOW6TV5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAD/Z0HJ/HDOW6TV5/FADZ0HJHDOW6TV5.SMALL.jpg CraigRJess The HANG .10 coffee table is a think-outside-the-box expansion from the Eames surfboard table's original design. The name comes from the 2 racing stripes made of Canadian dimes and the option to hang it on the wall if you so choose.....hence the name HANG .10      Since I used a surfing term as the...
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Sun, 3 Mar 2013 18:47:31 PST
How to Make a Marshmallow Gun or Marshmallow Shooter http://www.instructables.com/id/Marshmallow-gun/
How to Make a Marshmallow Gun or Marshmallow Shooter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F7S/WN15/DIREP27QBKS/F7SWN15DIREP27QBKS.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F7S/WN15/DIREP27QBKS/F7SWN15DIREP27QBKS.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F7S/WN15/DIREP27QBKS/F7SWN15DIREP27QBKS.SMALL.jpg ewilhelm This marshmallow gun (marshmallow shooter) will completely surprise you with its accuracy, range, and ease of construction. Plus, it's tons of fun and a lot better than any store-bought toy because it encourages modifications. Marshmallow shooter kits with all PVC pieces pre-cut are available in th...
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Thu, 4 Aug 2005 17:10:29 PDT
Sheet Metal iPod Case http://www.instructables.com/id/Sheet-Metal-iPod-Case/
Sheet Metal iPod Case - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOC/HP72/HD4VPHSW/FOCHP72HD4VPHSW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOC/HP72/HD4VPHSW/FOCHP72HD4VPHSW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOC/HP72/HD4VPHSW/FOCHP72HD4VPHSW.SMALL.jpg M3G Last week I was sitting around with a couple of my friends showing off my new iPod when one of them asked if I had a case for it yet. I responded that I didn't, but it got me thinking. I decided I would make my own case. As soon as I got home I sketched up a design and after a few days of work I had...
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Wed, 20 Feb 2013 19:32:05 PST
Window Painting Robot (arduino, processing, accelerometer) http://www.instructables.com/id/Window-Painting-Robot-arduino-controlled/
Window Painting Robot (arduino, processing, accelerometer) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSL/NRR7/HCJNWJOP/FSLNRR7HCJNWJOP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSL/NRR7/HCJNWJOP/FSLNRR7HCJNWJOP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSL/NRR7/HCJNWJOP/FSLNRR7HCJNWJOP.SMALL.jpg Mizchief100 The idea for this project came from one of my favorite 'ibles: the polargraph. I loved the drawing style and thought how cool would it be to do this on the side of a building? Unfortunately the challenges to setting up such a large polargraph on a student budget pushed me to find an alternate soluti...
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Wed, 6 Feb 2013 05:53:35 PST
Tabletop Music Stand (made from paper!) http://www.instructables.com/id/Tabletop-Music-Stand-made-from-paper/
Tabletop Music Stand (made from paper!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBJ/12D2/HCJO59IJ/FBJ12D2HCJO59IJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBJ/12D2/HCJO59IJ/FBJ12D2HCJO59IJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBJ/12D2/HCJO59IJ/FBJ12D2HCJO59IJ.SMALL.jpg Jessie Marie This tabletop music stand is ONLY made out of paper! It is quite simple to make, and it can be constructed in one afternoon. Lightweight and easy to carry, you can conveniently practice your instrument anywhere in the house! Just follow these simple steps, and you'll have a stand like mine in no tim...
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Sun, 3 Feb 2013 20:32:46 PST
Cement Skulls!!! http://www.instructables.com/id/Cement-Skulls/
Cement Skulls!!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPB/EAB9/HCJOBE1Q/FPBEAB9HCJOBE1Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPB/EAB9/HCJOBE1Q/FPBEAB9HCJOBE1Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPB/EAB9/HCJOBE1Q/FPBEAB9HCJOBE1Q.SMALL.jpg TSSJ-ryan I've been wanting to do some cement sculptures for a while now. I wanted a fairly simple, yet still cool, design for my first project. After looking through Thingiverse I found http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:36110 by macouno. It is simplified but has all the major features that make up a skull. It...
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Mon, 4 Feb 2013 00:20:54 PST
MAKE YOUR OWN SEA-GLASS MULCH! http://www.instructables.com/id/MAKE-YOUR-OWN-SEA-GLASS-MULCH/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/UNQF/HAQ38967/FM2UNQFHAQ38967.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/UNQF/HAQ38967/FM2UNQFHAQ38967.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/UNQF/HAQ38967/FM2UNQFHAQ38967.SMALL.jpg NelsonStudios Ok so it isn't true seaglass but it is a decent approximation and one of the few ways you could get enough to really fill your garden.  All it takes is an old cement mixer, a huge source of scrap glass and understanding neighbors.
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Tue, 18 Dec 2012 17:27:03 PST
EXTREMELY Simple "Air Conditioning" http://www.instructables.com/id/EXTREMELY-Simple-Air-Conditioning/
EXTREMELY Simple "Air Conditioning" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/PS6H/GM9QLA8V/FOGPS6HGM9QLA8V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/PS6H/GM9QLA8V/FOGPS6HGM9QLA8V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/PS6H/GM9QLA8V/FOGPS6HGM9QLA8V.SMALL.jpg ducktape.mac            Today i was starting to make fan blades and accidentally found out how to make this amazing... fan... air conditioning... thing!!! It actually works very well; better than i thought it would. It literally took 1 minute to make, and thats only because I didn't think I was going to make thi...
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Sat, 9 Apr 2011 16:53:35 PDT
Personal Heater for the Winter http://www.instructables.com/id/Personal-Heater-for-the-Winter/
Personal Heater for the Winter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEC/LVG5/GINP598F/FECLVG5GINP598F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEC/LVG5/GINP598F/FECLVG5GINP598F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEC/LVG5/GINP598F/FECLVG5GINP598F.SMALL.jpg blackcat2 In this instructable I will be showing you how to make your very own personal heater for when you're outside and it's freezing cold! All you need to do is add batteries and you have over 100 F in the palm of your hands, or pocket, etc. BUT REMEMBER TO WEAR GLOVES OR MAKE SURE THAT YOUR POCKETS WON'...
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Sun, 9 Jan 2011 20:03:46 PST
DIY "Galaxy" Sweatshirts! Or anything you want to "SPACE-ify"! http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Galaxy-Sweatshirts-Or-anything-you-want-to-/
DIY "Galaxy" Sweatshirts! Or anything you want to "SPACE-ify"! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/P4ZD/HA4MBMPN/FBLP4ZDHA4MBMPN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/P4ZD/HA4MBMPN/FBLP4ZDHA4MBMPN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/P4ZD/HA4MBMPN/FBLP4ZDHA4MBMPN.SMALL.jpg Julianne fights Dragons! I love galaxy inspired prints and jackets but did not like the price tag($75 for leggings? I could just buy an entirely new wardrobe at a thrift store and still have enough money for lunch!) and thought it would be awesome to make an Instructable to make your own "galaxy" clothing article! This is ...
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Fri, 7 Dec 2012 12:16:29 PST
Cordless Headphones http://www.instructables.com/id/Cordless-Headphones/
Cordless Headphones - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/0QZK/H9T4QJMG/F5L0QZKH9T4QJMG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/0QZK/H9T4QJMG/F5L0QZKH9T4QJMG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/0QZK/H9T4QJMG/F5L0QZKH9T4QJMG.SMALL.jpg splazem We've all done it, regardless of wether or not we'd like to admit it. I'm talking about dancing in the privacy of your home (and sometimes with good reason), listening to your iPod with your brand new headphones. And while you're dancing, you throw up your arms, instantly disconnecting the headphone...
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Mon, 26 Nov 2012 21:25:19 PST
Snowsports Headphone Hat http://www.instructables.com/id/Add-Headphones-To-A-Toque-Great-For-Skiing-Snowb/
Snowsports Headphone Hat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5X/HIWJ/H9G11ODN/F5XHIWJH9G11ODN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5X/HIWJ/H9G11ODN/F5XHIWJH9G11ODN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5X/HIWJ/H9G11ODN/F5XHIWJH9G11ODN.SMALL.jpg M3G Earbuds and skiing or snowboarding; they just don't mix. After an hour or two your ears can start to hurt, and if the earbuds get dislodged your options are limited. You can try and worm your gloved hand up into your helmet to fix them, or you can remove your whole helmet. Since both options are pre...
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Mon, 19 Nov 2012 17:25:13 PST
Make a Hide - A - Key (stash spot) http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Hide-A-Key-stash-spot/
Make a Hide - A - Key (stash spot) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FSS/FW7B/G3E2C3VA/FSSFW7BG3E2C3VA.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FSS/FW7B/G3E2C3VA/FSSFW7BG3E2C3VA.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FSS/FW7B/G3E2C3VA/FSSFW7BG3E2C3VA.SMALL.jpg durtbikedave This instructable will show how I turned a scrap piece of wood into a secret Hide - A - Key.  This is another project that cost me close to nothing to build.  You will need a few power tools so be careful!! Materials and tools needed You will need a saw.  I use a chop saw and a band saw.  A coupl...
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Sat, 19 Dec 2009 20:51:05 PST
How to Make a Diaper Motorcycle Baby Shower Show Stopper http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Diaper-Motorcycle-Baby-Shower-Show-S/
How to Make a Diaper Motorcycle Baby Shower Show Stopper - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1S/TKPN/H97JSB1I/F1STKPNH97JSB1I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1S/TKPN/H97JSB1I/F1STKPNH97JSB1I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1S/TKPN/H97JSB1I/F1STKPNH97JSB1I.SMALL.jpg DeandrasCrafts In the past, I have made diaper cakes, where you roll up each individual diaper using a rubberband, put them into a circle shape, decorate it with cute baby things, and present it to a mother-to-be with oohs and ahhs from everyone.  A time consuming task, I reserved making that gift for only the mos...
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Thu, 8 Nov 2012 07:17:24 PST
Post-It Note Cover http://www.instructables.com/id/Post-It-Note-Cover/
Post-It Note Cover - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/MGWD/H8TTPN8U/FVCMGWDH8TTPN8U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/MGWD/H8TTPN8U/FVCMGWDH8TTPN8U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/MGWD/H8TTPN8U/FVCMGWDH8TTPN8U.SMALL.jpg Schooniedude I always have a pad of Post-It notes at hand while I am working. They are so handy to jot down notes on. However, they are quite...bland. So I created this to jazz them up a bit. Materials You will need: -A magazine cover (or something equivalent; maybe a calender?) -Colored Paper that matches yo...
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Sun, 4 Nov 2012 16:35:27 PST
DIY Bicycle Chain Tensioner http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Bicycle-Chain-Tensioner/
DIY Bicycle Chain Tensioner - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCD/N82M/H5IRUWT3/FCDN82MH5IRUWT3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCD/N82M/H5IRUWT3/FCDN82MH5IRUWT3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCD/N82M/H5IRUWT3/FCDN82MH5IRUWT3.SMALL.jpg GuitarGuyJames Chain tensioners and guides are often used in "extreme" mountain biking such as downhill, freeride, and fourcross. They are used to stop the chain from bouncing around and falling off. However, they are very expensive for a simple item, generally ranging from 30 to over 100 euros. This is a simple w...
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Mon, 6 Aug 2012 12:54:35 PDT
Keepin' It Cool http://www.instructables.com/id/Keepin-It-Cool/
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Wed, 3 Oct 2012 22:39:16 PDT
Hot Glue Casting: Instructables Robot {L.E.D. Backlit} http://www.instructables.com/id/Instructables-Robot-LED-Backlit-Hot-Glue-C/
Hot Glue Casting: Instructables Robot {L.E.D. Backlit} - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/7566/H82UFLF5/FKR7566H82UFLF5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/7566/H82UFLF5/FKR7566H82UFLF5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKR/7566/H82UFLF5/FKR7566H82UFLF5.SMALL.jpg Siddharth Jain This Instructables is not only about The Instructables Logo - The Robot, But it also about HOT GLUE CASTING!!!...It shows you how you can make your very own Instructables Robot model!!!.. Which could also double up as a cool night light!.. After seeing one too many instructables on How to make the ...
By: Siddharth Jain

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Mon, 15 Oct 2012 07:26:27 PDT
Hand Key Rack http://www.instructables.com/id/Hand-y-Key-Rack/
Hand Key Rack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNI/DM6Z/H87VNON1/FNIDM6ZH87VNON1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNI/DM6Z/H87VNON1/FNIDM6ZH87VNON1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNI/DM6Z/H87VNON1/FNIDM6ZH87VNON1.SMALL.jpg M3G  I needed a place to keep my keys, as I tend to lose things not bolted to the walls or floor. I could have just stuck some hooks in the wall, but that doesn't look nice. I looked around online and didn't find any designs that I really liked, so I made a few of my own and decided to go with this one....
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Sat, 13 Oct 2012 18:50:52 PDT
Pallet Benches http://www.instructables.com/id/Pallet-Benches-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/FERA/H7W5YSYC/F87FERAH7W5YSYC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/FERA/H7W5YSYC/F87FERAH7W5YSYC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/FERA/H7W5YSYC/F87FERAH7W5YSYC.SMALL.jpg Technohippy we wanted some benches for the dining room, so naturally I decided to make some out of some pallets, found one in the garden and a few measurements later figured I would be able to get exactly two benches out of it with no leftovers. The completed benches were finished with a good sanding and some t...
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Thu, 4 Oct 2012 15:48:39 PDT
Small-vival Kit http://www.instructables.com/id/Small-vival-Kit/
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Wed, 10 Oct 2012 12:39:49 PDT
Parabolic Pencil Star http://www.instructables.com/id/Parabolic-Pencil-Star/
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Sun, 16 Sep 2012 16:55:59 PDT
Patching Jeans; A simple Instructable. http://www.instructables.com/id/Patching-Jeans-A-simple-Instructable/
Patching Jeans; A simple Instructable. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOE/7DTW/H6S41PTK/FOE7DTWH6S41PTK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOE/7DTW/H6S41PTK/FOE7DTWH6S41PTK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOE/7DTW/H6S41PTK/FOE7DTWH6S41PTK.SMALL.jpg DanielConstable Hello and welcome to, as the title says, a simple Instructable! This is my attempt at making an easy to follow, and to the point instructable on how to patch jeans. Well gosh, looks like you've ripped your jeans. This is a rip no bigger than a quarter, but it's unsightly all the same. Cleaning ...
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Tue, 11 Sep 2012 12:54:48 PDT
Etching Aluminum by Sand Blasting at the TechShop. http://www.instructables.com/id/Etching-Aluminum-by-Sand-Blasting-at-the-TechShop/
Etching Aluminum by Sand Blasting at the TechShop. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9S/0NN3/H6DWQCN9/F9S0NN3H6DWQCN9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9S/0NN3/H6DWQCN9/F9S0NN3H6DWQCN9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9S/0NN3/H6DWQCN9/F9S0NN3H6DWQCN9.SMALL.jpg macfreshy A quick and easy way to etch aluminum, or really almost anything, with the sand blasting cabinet (or other sandblasting apparatus). Done at Techshop San Francisco. Pick your material Material selection will impact how easily it etches and the overall look of your finished piece. For this instruct...
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Fri, 31 Aug 2012 21:32:52 PDT
LEGO STAR WARS: AT-ST http://www.instructables.com/id/LEGO-STAR-WARS-AT-ST/
LEGO STAR WARS: AT-ST - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/EYI3/H6734SVS/FV0EYI3H6734SVS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/EYI3/H6734SVS/FV0EYI3H6734SVS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/EYI3/H6734SVS/FV0EYI3H6734SVS.SMALL.jpg Density Hi everybody! I am Density and I am 14 years old. I am a big fan of star wars and Lego so I decided to show you how to make the AT-ST. The All Terrain Scout Transport (AT-ST) is a reconnaissance (military observation of a region to locate an enemy) or defensive vehicle that is lightweight and built ...
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Tue, 28 Aug 2012 08:27:24 PDT
Graphing on an Arduino, the EASY WAY! http://www.instructables.com/id/Graphing-on-an-Arduino-the-EASY-WAY/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCO/7PZ4/GUVU3T63/FCO7PZ4GUVU3T63.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCO/7PZ4/GUVU3T63/FCO7PZ4GUVU3T63.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCO/7PZ4/GUVU3T63/FCO7PZ4GUVU3T63.SMALL.jpg Chowmix12 Sometimes when you're testing a sensor or debugging a value in an Arduino project, you want to see something other than numbers flying by in the Serial Monitor. However, you want to get the sensor working quickly, and you don't want to take the time to write code to graph it or display it in an intr...
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Mon, 2 Jul 2012 11:02:23 PDT
LEGO CAR CREATIONS 2 http://www.instructables.com/id/LEGO-CAR-CREATIONS-2/
LEGO CAR CREATIONS 2 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKC/YGPE/H6918S5X/FKCYGPEH6918S5X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKC/YGPE/H6918S5X/FKCYGPEH6918S5X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKC/YGPE/H6918S5X/FKCYGPEH6918S5X.SMALL.jpg Density Hi everybody! I am Density and I am 14 years old. I am a big fan of instructables and Lego so this time I will show you how to make Lego cars. You do not have to use the exact same pieces. Some might be hard to find. If you do not have the required pieces, substitute them for other pieces that can r...
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Fri, 24 Aug 2012 04:57:39 PDT
LEGO USB http://www.instructables.com/id/LEGO-USB-2/
LEGO USB - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/EDU3/H5TUC7FN/FO8EDU3H5TUC7FN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/EDU3/H5TUC7FN/FO8EDU3H5TUC7FN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/EDU3/H5TUC7FN/FO8EDU3H5TUC7FN.SMALL.jpg Density Hello everybody! I am Density and I am 14 years old. I am a big fan of instructables and wanted to contribute to the constantly growing community of "instructers". For my first instructable, I decided to build a cool and creative shell or cover for a USB stick out of Lego. It is easy and fun to buil...
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Tue, 14 Aug 2012 06:55:11 PDT
Make A Walking Robotic Lego Cyborg! ... ROBOTIC LEGO CYBORG???? http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-A-Walking-Robotic-Lego-Man-ROBOTIC-LEGO-/
Make A Walking Robotic Lego Cyborg! ... ROBOTIC LEGO CYBORG???? - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZW/PCJ8/H5JVY004/FZWPCJ8H5JVY004.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZW/PCJ8/H5JVY004/FZWPCJ8H5JVY004.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZW/PCJ8/H5JVY004/FZWPCJ8H5JVY004.SMALL.jpg muchensmile I know what you must be thinking...THIS IS MAD! Well, you're right, it is MAD. But this is not a lego man dressed as a robot...It is a ROBOTIC LEGO CYBORG! I believe I am the first person to ever try doing this, yepee! I will show you how make a robotic, remote controlled Lego man that walks around,...
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Sat, 11 Aug 2012 06:54:05 PDT
LED Backlit Cardboard WALL CLOCK Cum Night Light http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-Backlit-Cardboard-WALL-CLOCK-Cum-Night-Ligh/
LED Backlit Cardboard WALL CLOCK Cum Night Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVL/NAYW/H5405T0M/FVLNAYWH5405T0M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVL/NAYW/H5405T0M/FVLNAYWH5405T0M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVL/NAYW/H5405T0M/FVLNAYWH5405T0M.SMALL.jpg Siddharth Jain Here's a simple yet elegant WALL CLOCK made just out of cardboard and a couple of L.E.D.s!  And what more!...it doubles as a NIGHT LIGHT !!! To see the time at night is no longer a problem!!!!.... MY MOTIVATION came from the following instructables :- http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-CLOCK-cum-...
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Sat, 28 Jul 2012 05:35:39 PDT
A 1*1*1 foot Evaporative Cooler (Swamp Cooler) http://www.instructables.com/id/A-111-foot-Evaporative-Cooler-Swamp-Cooler/
A 1*1*1 foot Evaporative Cooler (Swamp Cooler) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/7QF3/H4VQL62S/F3C7QF3H4VQL62S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/7QF3/H4VQL62S/F3C7QF3H4VQL62S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/7QF3/H4VQL62S/F3C7QF3H4VQL62S.SMALL.jpg book man I am a teenager and likes to make things this is my first Instructable.  I came up with this laying in bed because it was so hot.  I was going to buy a window air conditioner on top of our regular air conditioner.  Then I went to a swamp cooler and they didn't make a small enough one so I came up wi...
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Tue, 17 Jul 2012 10:58:41 PDT
Make a RC Robot for a Movie http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-RC-Robot-for-a-Movie/
Make a RC Robot for a Movie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/0F12/H3QFJH23/FU00F12H3QFJH23.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/0F12/H3QFJH23/FU00F12H3QFJH23.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/0F12/H3QFJH23/FU00F12H3QFJH23.SMALL.jpg John Induna AD Okay maybe I shouldn't be calling it a “robot” it is a robot puppet Back in May of 2005 I received a phone call from colleague at Colpitts Design. He was approached to build a puppet for feature film. They were looking for someone to make remote controlled robot character to play a part in an upcom...
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Tue, 26 Jun 2012 23:41:35 PDT
Nutella Cool Whip Popsicles http://www.instructables.com/id/Nutella-Cool-Whip-Popsicles/
Nutella Cool Whip Popsicles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUK/HPLQ/H3Z32BT0/FUKHPLQH3Z32BT0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUK/HPLQ/H3Z32BT0/FUKHPLQH3Z32BT0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUK/HPLQ/H3Z32BT0/FUKHPLQH3Z32BT0.SMALL.jpg 52kitchenadventures These creamy popsicles are a refreshing dessert that's perfect for any hot summer day. They're incredibly easy to make too! This recipe makes around 3 large popsicles, but you can double (or triple) it easily. Blend Ingredients: 1 cup COOL WHIP 1/2 cup milk 3 Tbsp. Nutella Place all ingredients ...
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Sun, 1 Jul 2012 21:21:32 PDT
Pocket sized Iron Man Arc Reactor http://www.instructables.com/id/Pocket-sized-Iron-Man-Arc-Reactor/
Pocket sized Iron Man Arc Reactor - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/5UP9/H3NN9O9M/FNZ5UP9H3NN9O9M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/5UP9/H3NN9O9M/FNZ5UP9H3NN9O9M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/5UP9/H3NN9O9M/FNZ5UP9H3NN9O9M.SMALL.jpg Alex Jalland If I win the Hurricane Laser Competition this project could be repeated and all of the internal design as well as the outer rings could be cut to the perfect and needed size. if you already have a laser cutter you should experiment with lots of different designs as most will be possible even if they...
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Thu, 21 Jun 2012 08:19:01 PDT
How to make a Tron/Rave Helmet! http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-TronRave-Helmet/
How to make a Tron/Rave Helmet! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHE/CXHJ/H3NLC0MQ/FHECXHJH3NLC0MQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHE/CXHJ/H3NLC0MQ/FHECXHJH3NLC0MQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHE/CXHJ/H3NLC0MQ/FHECXHJH3NLC0MQ.SMALL.jpg ezarate i started this about a month ago. i wanted to make a cool helmet, something LIKE tron but not exactly, and i think i was successful.  i had ALOT of problems with this and still do just because i made alot of errors by trying to do different things with it.  i messed too much with my helmet so my ...
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Wed, 20 Jun 2012 17:52:35 PDT
Paracord Adjustable Sunglasses Strap (Super-Simple) http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-Adjustable-Sunglasses-Strap-Super-Simple/
Paracord Adjustable Sunglasses Strap (Super-Simple) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ9/AD4S/H2TJ4FT1/FQ9AD4SH2TJ4FT1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ9/AD4S/H2TJ4FT1/FQ9AD4SH2TJ4FT1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ9/AD4S/H2TJ4FT1/FQ9AD4SH2TJ4FT1.SMALL.jpg Adambowker98 In this Instructable, you will learn how to make an extra-easy, super-simple paracord sunglasses strap/lanyard. The lanyard uses a simple cord lock to make it adjustable, and an extra-tight noose on each end to attach to the glasses. Ingredients Here's what you need: - Sunglasses or Eyeglasses (...
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Wed, 30 May 2012 00:54:01 PDT
Desk fan/heater http://www.instructables.com/id/Desk-fanheater/
Desk fan/heater - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDY/VO7E/H337K62T/FDYVO7EH337K62T.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDY/VO7E/H337K62T/FDYVO7EH337K62T.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDY/VO7E/H337K62T/FDYVO7EH337K62T.SMALL.jpg HHarry Normal 0 21 false false false NL-BE X-NONE X-NONE ...
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Sun, 10 Jun 2012 04:56:43 PDT
DIY Green Hedge on the wall itself http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Green-Hedge-on-the-wall-itself/
DIY Green Hedge on the wall itself - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEL/1KKR/H27LSOZ5/FEL1KKRH27LSOZ5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEL/1KKR/H27LSOZ5/FEL1KKRH27LSOZ5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEL/1KKR/H27LSOZ5/FEL1KKRH27LSOZ5.SMALL.jpg bhvm There are two things that I am fond of, Greenery and Natural Privacy. I always wanted some privacy around the perimiter of my house. Why not get them both at once? So there goes my MR.BRAIN for some hunt. And I have an Idea...... Talent hunt One main problem that I identified was lack of space....
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Sun, 27 May 2012 06:33:49 PDT
Ultimate Pacman / Space invaders Gaming Chair with speakers http://www.instructables.com/id/Ultimate-Pacman-Space-invaders-Gaming-Chair-with/
Ultimate Pacman / Space invaders Gaming Chair with speakers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7N/6BKC/H1ZG81FT/F7N6BKCH1ZG81FT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7N/6BKC/H1ZG81FT/F7N6BKCH1ZG81FT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7N/6BKC/H1ZG81FT/F7N6BKCH1ZG81FT.SMALL.jpg rhogan1192 Little intro into this.  Pacman, space invaders, namco chair. this took about 4 weeks, lots of work. i wanted a chair to put in my room for when i play my playstation and stuff. i looked online and i couldnt find any chairs the suited my taste. i wanted a chair that showed my love for video games. t...
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Mon, 21 May 2012 00:47:40 PDT
Sentriduino! Its the all new Sentry turret made of recycled things you would find around your house! http://www.instructables.com/id/Sentriduino-Its-the-all-new-Sentry-turret-made-of/
Sentriduino! Its the all new Sentry turret made of recycled things you would find around your house! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG0/47D4/H191QZVX/FG047D4H191QZVX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG0/47D4/H191QZVX/FG047D4H191QZVX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG0/47D4/H191QZVX/FG047D4H191QZVX.SMALL.jpg simonfrfr Hey guys, Today I would like to show you how to make a simple sentry turret out of household Items! You would only need to get an Arduino UNO or Mega, a Ping))) Ultrasonic Range finder, two servos, and an electronic water squinter! The rest of the project is things that you may find around your hous...
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Thu, 19 Apr 2012 18:12:59 PDT
12 volt air conditioner http://www.instructables.com/id/12-volt-air-conditioner/
12 volt air conditioner - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIE/0UDD/H15NFQ79/FIE0UDDH15NFQ79.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIE/0UDD/H15NFQ79/FIE0UDDH15NFQ79.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIE/0UDD/H15NFQ79/FIE0UDDH15NFQ79.SMALL.jpg rowerwet in 2011 I built a Tear drop trailer (TD) similar to this http://www.instructables.com/id/Teardrop-Travel-Trailer/ , most TD campers carry some sort of air conditioner to deal with the hot weather. In dry areas of the country a swamp cooler  works fine as blowing a fan over a block of ice will cool t...
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Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:31:26 PDT