http://www.instructables.com Sat, 25 May 2013 07:00:43 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Altoids-Smalls-Solar-Powered-USB-Charger/
Altoids Smalls Solar Powered USB Charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/XJSP/HFSHW1BX/FFDXJSPHFSHW1BX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/XJSP/HFSHW1BX/FFDXJSPHFSHW1BX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/XJSP/HFSHW1BX/FFDXJSPHFSHW1BX.SMALL.jpg bird123457 This instructable will teach you how to make your very own solar powered USB charger out of an Altoids Smalls tin. It is an eco-friendly way to conserve energy. The Solar Panel I am using for this project has a dial on it so you can chose your output number of volts, therefore I am able to use it fo...
By: bird123457

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 06:25:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Cellular-Shield-Tutorial/
Arduino Cellular Shield Tutorial - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/GBQ4/HFD1DEO3/F6EGBQ4HFD1DEO3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/GBQ4/HFD1DEO3/F6EGBQ4HFD1DEO3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/GBQ4/HFD1DEO3/F6EGBQ4HFD1DEO3.SMALL.jpg randofo The Arduino Cellular Shield allows you to make cellular telephone calls, and send text messages. The brains of this shield is the SM5100B which is a robust cellular module capable of performing many of the tasks of most standard cell phones. This shield requires use of a SIM card to connect to a cel...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 09:25:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pi%c3%b1ata-Cookies/
Pinata Cookies - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW1/53MR/HGH70EF0/FW153MRHGH70EF0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW1/53MR/HGH70EF0/FW153MRHGH70EF0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW1/53MR/HGH70EF0/FW153MRHGH70EF0.SMALL.jpg SHIFT! Hey Instructabrarians, Guess what? Today, I'm doing something a bit more unusual and entering a dangerous mysterious realm: FOOD. Prepare yourselves for my first cooking instructables ever! A couple of months ago, I got a message from Instructable's TOP SECRET, high performance, electronic messagin...
By: SHIFT!

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 12:02:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Glass-Speakers/
Glass Speakers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F37/G6YG/HFPTHNZE/F37G6YGHFPTHNZE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F37/G6YG/HFPTHNZE/F37G6YGHFPTHNZE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F37/G6YG/HFPTHNZE/F37G6YGHFPTHNZE.SMALL.jpg randofo This set of speakers resonates glass to produce sound. While this may seem complicated, the technical explanation is actually rather simple.  Each speaker has a tactile transducer attached to the center, which is a device that vibrates the glass to produce sound waves. This simple mechanism allowed ...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 May 2013 10:51:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LieDar/
LieDar - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F28/CYFI/HFPTF4QV/F28CYFIHFPTF4QV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F28/CYFI/HFPTF4QV/F28CYFIHFPTF4QV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F28/CYFI/HFPTF4QV/F28CYFIHFPTF4QV.SMALL.jpg randofo LieDar is a fake lidar sensor that you can attach to the top of your car to instantly turn it into a self-driving vehicle. Whereas some companies have spent millions of dollars developing the technology to have conversations about the future of transportation, you can butt in for a mere fraction ...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Apr 2013 20:56:44 PDT 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:...
By: tomatoskins

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Apr 2013 20:58:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Twisted-ring/
Twisted ring - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/IV6B/HFPTHXUR/F84IV6BHFPTHXUR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/IV6B/HFPTHXUR/F84IV6BHFPTHXUR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/IV6B/HFPTHXUR/F84IV6BHFPTHXUR.SMALL.jpg emilyvanleemput In this instructable I'm going to show you how to make these twisted rings. Once you've got the hang of it, it takes only five minutes to make one! What do you need What do you need to make this - a round object matching the size of your finger. For me, the inside of a lip balm works perfectly -...
By: emilyvanleemput

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Apr 2013 01:03:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Beady-blue-braided-bracelet/
Beady blue braided bracelet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/VR10/HFSHEY5K/FM2VR10HFSHEY5K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/VR10/HFSHEY5K/FM2VR10HFSHEY5K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/VR10/HFSHEY5K/FM2VR10HFSHEY5K.SMALL.jpg emilyvanleemput About a year ago, I found a really cheap box with all kind of glass beads. Reason it was cheap: some of the beads were broken and it looked all messy and stuff. But, I took an afternoon, cleaned them and rearranged them. I was still looking for something to make with it. Andd then I thought this up....
By: emilyvanleemput

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 26 Apr 2013 13:56:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Double-Barrel-Shotfun/
Double-Barrel Shotfun - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSE/F4O6/HFSHT3RW/FSEF4O6HFSHT3RW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSE/F4O6/HFSHT3RW/FSEF4O6HFSHT3RW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSE/F4O6/HFSHT3RW/FSEF4O6HFSHT3RW.SMALL.jpg Kiteman It was just a spelling mistake in a humorous sub-thread, but it eventually became... The Double-Barrel Shotfun - dealing out enjoyment at the pull of a trigger!* It's just what you needed - an overly-complex method of firing off two party-poppers at once. *Mini contest: can you think of a...
By: Kiteman

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 26 Apr 2013 08:35:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/FuzzBot/
FuzzBot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGH/SR8P/HFD15VFG/FGHSR8PHFD15VFG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGH/SR8P/HFD15VFG/FGHSR8PHFD15VFG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGH/SR8P/HFD15VFG/FGHSR8PHFD15VFG.SMALL.jpg Qtechknow The FuzzBot is an awesome, fast, fully autonomous small Arduino robot that everyone loves!!!  It uses the compact Pololu ZumoBot Chassis kit for a great drive system, and uses a Parallax Ping sensor to sense proximity, to make the FuzzBot fully autonomous.  I like to think of it as a cheap & hackabl...
By: Qtechknow

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 10:13:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Slingshot-Dart-Shooter/
Slingshot Dart Shooter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/L505/HF23TA4Q/F56L505HF23TA4Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/L505/HF23TA4Q/F56L505HF23TA4Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/L505/HF23TA4Q/F56L505HF23TA4Q.SMALL.jpg WYE_Lance Projectile shooters are always fun to build, but one can make only so many catapults before the novelty wears off. The slingshot dart shooter mixes it up with elements from my Slingshot Rocket project and regular Slingshot, but in the classic 'Y' slingshot shape.  Lesson Plan: Difficulty: 2/5 Prep:...
By: WYE_Lance

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 9 Apr 2013 13:07:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-working-homemade-arduino-joystick/
Cheap working homemade arduino joystick - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0M/QWWT/HF24095R/F0MQWWTHF24095R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0M/QWWT/HF24095R/F0MQWWTHF24095R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0M/QWWT/HF24095R/F0MQWWTHF24095R.SMALL.jpg Bartuss Hello everyone! Today I present you : Arduino Joystick! One day I was checking the inside of old joystick. System wasn't that hard to understand, so I thought of making my of system. The whole build is made only by me. I didn't check the internet pages about joysticks etc. What is it? It's a sim...
By: Bartuss

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 6 Apr 2013 02:21:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-easily-convert-your-bike-into-a-snow-bike/
How to easily convert your bike into a snow bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/E475/HF23WKY3/FE4E475HF23WKY3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/E475/HF23WKY3/FE4E475HF23WKY3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/E475/HF23WKY3/FE4E475HF23WKY3.SMALL.jpg mykiscool Before I bring you to the materials list, I'd better cover my butt with a disclaimer. Disclaimer: I'm not responsible if anyone gets hurt during the construction or use of this product. I design and construct this product in a manner that I believe is safe, but as in everything accidents do happen,...
By: mykiscool

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 4 Apr 2013 13:54:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Wooden-Playset/
How to Make a Wooden Playset - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDW/MV10/HEQEQYS3/FDWMV10HEQEQYS3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDW/MV10/HEQEQYS3/FDWMV10HEQEQYS3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDW/MV10/HEQEQYS3/FDWMV10HEQEQYS3.SMALL.jpg The Rambler This Instructable is a very simple version of a toy playset that I have recently seen around a lot. The idea behind it is that it provides a relatively blank canvas for a child's imagination. A child can play with whatever toys he wants on it and it can be whatever he wants it to be (i.e. a house, a...
By: The Rambler

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 4 Apr 2013 09:35:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/3EP-Whale-Puzzle-Project-Day-1/
3EP - Whale Puzzle Project - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFU/ST0K/HF23PQ0I/FFUST0KHF23PQ0I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFU/ST0K/HF23PQ0I/FFUST0KHF23PQ0I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFU/ST0K/HF23PQ0I/FFUST0KHF23PQ0I.SMALL.jpg m2grzegorczyk I figured something like 3EP which means 3 EVENINGS PROJECTS. What is that? Work and home responsibilities takes most of my day - there weren't to much time left for other activities. I had to come up with something that will give me time for crafting all sorts off stuff :). That's why 3EP came into...
By: m2grzegorczyk

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 3 Apr 2013 00:21:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tiny-Altoid-Tin-Robot-With-Personality/
Tiny Altoid Tin Robot With Personality - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAQ/22GN/HET1F8WZ/FAQ22GNHET1F8WZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAQ/22GN/HET1F8WZ/FAQ22GNHET1F8WZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAQ/22GN/HET1F8WZ/FAQ22GNHET1F8WZ.SMALL.jpg Mizchief100 I love robots. Normally the ones I build are quite large and wouldn't fit in your pocket, but for a change of pace I decided I would try something small and fun! This robot is exactly that, and in fact fits inside of an altoids tin. It is inexpensive, versatile (so many different sensors can be used...
By: Mizchief100

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Mar 2013 12:25:45 PDT 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...
By: cmcqueen321

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Mar 2013 09:22:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Virtual-Etch-A-Sketch/
Virtual Etch A Sketch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ4/I0V9/HERLV5KX/FQ4I0V9HERLV5KX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ4/I0V9/HERLV5KX/FQ4I0V9HERLV5KX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ4/I0V9/HERLV5KX/FQ4I0V9HERLV5KX.SMALL.jpg Mizchief100 The Etch A Sketch: famous, creative, and unique. Unfortunately I have no clue where the one from my childhood is, so I decided to make my own virtual one! Check it out (and my awful drawing skills) below. This Etch A Sketch is quite like the original, (while it will never replace it, it's sti...
By: Mizchief100

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Mar 2013 07:08:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-mini-exploding-volcano/
How to make a mini exploding volcano - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/671W/HET1ETZS/F8K671WHET1ETZS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/671W/HET1ETZS/F8K671WHET1ETZS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/671W/HET1ETZS/F8K671WHET1ETZS.SMALL.jpg einstien123 Ingredients You will need: Vinegar Paper A piece of cardboard Tape Hot glue An empty pill bottle Food coloring Paint (I used water colors) Baking soda Flour   Glue the pill bottle onto the piece of cardboard. Turn your hot glue gun on and wait a few minutes for it to heat up. Then, put ...
By: einstien123

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Mar 2013 17:20:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Modular-Water-Jug-Storage-Bins/
Modular Water Jug Storage Bins - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/56FH/FC00OU1R/FKD56FHFC00OU1R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/56FH/FC00OU1R/FKD56FHFC00OU1R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/56FH/FC00OU1R/FKD56FHFC00OU1R.SMALL.jpg randofo Around here I have more odds and ends than I know what to do with. I used to keep it in piles strewn about our tiny apartment until my fed up girlfriend came up with a solution to make the room a little more organized. It basically involved drinking a lot of bottled water and using the jugs the wat...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 Jan 2008 12:45:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Personalized-Guess-Who/
Personalized Guess Who - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ2/H7F6/HET0ZS9E/FJ2H7F6HET0ZS9E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ2/H7F6/HET0ZS9E/FJ2H7F6HET0ZS9E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ2/H7F6/HET0ZS9E/FJ2H7F6HET0ZS9E.SMALL.jpg randofo My girlfriend and I were playing Guess Who one afternoon and I thought to myself how great it would be if all of the characters were people I know. So, I set out to improve upon the dynamics of the game by replacing all of the original face cards with cards of my own creation. Now we can ask questi...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 31 Dec 2006 19:16:58 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Chainmail-Glove/
How to Make a Chainmail Glove - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMZ/UGT0/HELXCKVN/FMZUGT0HELXCKVN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMZ/UGT0/HELXCKVN/FMZUGT0HELXCKVN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMZ/UGT0/HELXCKVN/FMZUGT0HELXCKVN.SMALL.jpg mythbuster1633 This is a project that that i started mainly to protect my knuckles when I sword fight, but they are just all around protective. If you want more dexterity you can use smaller links.  It is another chainmail project but this one does not take half as long as the full shirt. All you will need is: ...
By: mythbuster1633

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Mar 2013 14:01:06 PDT 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...
By: blackcat2

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 20 Mar 2013 14:29:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Weekend-Lego-Projects/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS3/X9EF/GMJIE5J5/FS3X9EFGMJIE5J5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS3/X9EF/GMJIE5J5/FS3X9EFGMJIE5J5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS3/X9EF/GMJIE5J5/FS3X9EFGMJIE5J5.SMALL.jpg zazenergy "Weekend Lego Projects" gives you the complete step-by-step instructions for 13 different projects inspired by Legos. Build a 3D chocolate printer out of Legos, make Lego inspired gummies, build your own Lego LED flashlight and much more! All projects come from Instructables.com, are written by our ...
By: zazenergy

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 11 May 2011 15:41:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Kids-Whiteboard-with-Side-Opening/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7V/O4KG/HD4VNQVU/F7VO4KGHD4VNQVU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7V/O4KG/HD4VNQVU/F7VO4KGHD4VNQVU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7V/O4KG/HD4VNQVU/F7VO4KGHD4VNQVU.SMALL.jpg DeandrasCrafts One of my latest creations for my children were these easy, relatively inexpensive and portable whiteboards. What kids don't LOVE whiteboards?  It's like an etch-a-sketch (a toy from back in my day) but cooler because you can actually control the drawing device where you want it to go. The primary...
By: DeandrasCrafts

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Feb 2013 07:08:35 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Paintbrush-Roll-up-Travel-Kit/
Paintbrush Roll-up Travel Kit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDL/G1CH/HD4VGBWE/FDLG1CHHD4VGBWE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDL/G1CH/HD4VGBWE/FDLG1CHHD4VGBWE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDL/G1CH/HD4VGBWE/FDLG1CHHD4VGBWE.SMALL.gif Jessie Marie I recently have gotten into painting and have acquired a large bag of paintbrushes that I store in a drawer. It really wasn't working out to have the brushes all disorganized, all different sizes thrust into a plastic bag. Then the idea dawned on me. I was going to make an easily portable roll-up pa...
By: Jessie Marie

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 22 Feb 2013 18:27:40 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Laundry-Room-Wall-Art/
Laundry Room Wall Art - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYR/LVAP/HD4VG5G8/FYRLVAPHD4VG5G8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYR/LVAP/HD4VG5G8/FYRLVAPHD4VG5G8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYR/LVAP/HD4VG5G8/FYRLVAPHD4VG5G8.SMALL.jpg nkarasch My wife and I made this piece of wall art for our laundry room in only a couple afternoons.  It was a quick, cheap, fun project we could do together that helped decorate one of the smallest rooms in our home.  You will need the following things... Supplies: (1)  4' long 1x3 pine board (1)  4' 6" l...
By: nkarasch

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 24 Feb 2013 21:19:18 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Unusual-Boats/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPD/0FK7/GMNR91RJ/FPD0FK7GMNR91RJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPD/0FK7/GMNR91RJ/FPD0FK7GMNR91RJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPD/0FK7/GMNR91RJ/FPD0FK7GMNR91RJ.SMALL.jpg zazenergy "Unusual Boats" gives you the complete step-by-step instructions for 10 different fun boating projects. Make your own hovercraft, build a boat out of duct tape or cardboard and much more! All projects come from Instructables.com, are written by our creative community, and contain pictures for each s...
By: zazenergy

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 11 May 2011 15:40:02 PDT 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...
By: sgfidlin

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 Feb 2013 15:28:18 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Vintage-Soda-Bottle-Ice-Mold/
Vintage Soda Bottle Ice Mold - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/U05M/HD2RW2SR/FJOU05MHD2RW2SR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/U05M/HD2RW2SR/FJOU05MHD2RW2SR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/U05M/HD2RW2SR/FJOU05MHD2RW2SR.SMALL.jpg ChrisE123        Have you ever been ashamed of your blandness of the party that you put together? Is your ice just not cool enough for your punch? Well kiss those problems goodbye! With this vintage soda bottle ice mold you can have the coolest ice to put in your soda. You can have miniature soda bottles as y...
By: ChrisE123

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 Feb 2013 09:13:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Fun-With-Yarn/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/PM0P/GN1I61UO/FR3PM0PGN1I61UO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/PM0P/GN1I61UO/FR3PM0PGN1I61UO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/PM0P/GN1I61UO/FR3PM0PGN1I61UO.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo "Fun With Yarn" is a collection of 15 whimsical projects for all levels of yarn crafting skill.  Whether you're into knitting, crochet, or felting, you're sure to find something fun and inspiring!  Learn how to knit a giant lego, crochet the Starship Enterprise, or felt an adorable bird in a nest. ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Apr 2011 16:27:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pulse-Jet-Powered-RC-Ice-Racer/
Pulse Jet Powered RC Ice Racer! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY4/BS3G/HAVGJZCP/FY4BS3GHAVGJZCP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY4/BS3G/HAVGJZCP/FY4BS3GHAVGJZCP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY4/BS3G/HAVGJZCP/FY4BS3GHAVGJZCP.SMALL.jpg Evan2010 Normal remote control cars, planes, boats and RC whatever are boring. This Instructable is on how to make a pulse jet powered ice racer! This is a very unique loud and dangerous RC vehicle that you could build in about one day with the right materials and tools and a little experience with pulse jet...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Feb 2013 11:20:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Dinosaur-for-your-swing-set/
Dinosaur for your swing set! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBJ/WEGJ/HCV99JZL/FBJWEGJHCV99JZL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBJ/WEGJ/HCV99JZL/FBJWEGJHCV99JZL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBJ/WEGJ/HCV99JZL/FBJWEGJHCV99JZL.SMALL.jpg Angus Murdoch I wanted to replace a bench swing that had broken on my girl's swing set. The set itself is fine and all, but nothing to write home about. The bench was broken beyond repair and needed a complete overhaul. I felt like I could do something a little better than what was originally in place so I said h...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 7 Feb 2013 18:56:02 PST 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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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 7 Feb 2013 11:44:44 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Stuff-On-A-Stick/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4H/GYCX/GHDS6NWG/F4HGYCXGHDS6NWG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4H/GYCX/GHDS6NWG/F4HGYCXGHDS6NWG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4H/GYCX/GHDS6NWG/F4HGYCXGHDS6NWG.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Give snack time a whole new meaning. In this collection of Stuff on a Stick we have combined your favorite desserts, entrees, and snacks into bite size treats on sticks. With these recipes from Instructables.com, you will gain a whole new appreciation for modern cuisine. Make pizza, spaghetti, and e...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Dec 2010 14:42:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Hapless-Spider-V8/
Robotic Spider V8 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8M/45N2/HCJO5OAM/F8M45N2HCJO5OAM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8M/45N2/HCJO5OAM/F8M45N2HCJO5OAM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8M/45N2/HCJO5OAM/F8M45N2HCJO5OAM.SMALL.jpg Enjoying Electronics I needed a project that would use all my servos, so I decided to make the do-nothing, worthless spider. If you have fischertechnik and servos to waste, this is the project for you! Really, this flopping spider makes for a great learning project. The main goal of this project is to teach the fundamen...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 Feb 2013 14:54:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Roast-a-Pig-1/
How to Roast a Pig - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F80/LHRY/G7DY6W5N/F80LHRYG7DY6W5N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F80/LHRY/G7DY6W5N/F80LHRYG7DY6W5N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F80/LHRY/G7DY6W5N/F80LHRYG7DY6W5N.SMALL.jpg noahw Having a pig roast is hands down one of my favorite things to do.  There are few other edible, legal party activities that put everyone in a good mood and garner as much excitement as serving moist delicious roasted pork to a large group of friends does.  If you've never roasted a pig before for a p...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 Feb 2013 15:10:22 PST 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...
By: Jessie Marie

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 3 Feb 2013 20:32:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Intro-to-RFID/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/EFPT/GM9QL24O/FH6EFPTGM9QL24O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/EFPT/GM9QL24O/FH6EFPTGM9QL24O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/EFPT/GM9QL24O/FH6EFPTGM9QL24O.SMALL.jpg zazenergy "Intro to RFID" gives you the complete step-by-step instructions for 15 different fun RFID projects. Learn to make an RFID cat door, universal RFID key, door lock and more. All projects come from Instructables.com, are written by our creative community, and contain pictures for each step so you can ...
By: zazenergy

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 11 May 2011 15:39:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tropical-Protein-Pancake/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/SLRN/HCB8L7GZ/FNZSLRNHCB8L7GZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/SLRN/HCB8L7GZ/FNZSLRNHCB8L7GZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/SLRN/HCB8L7GZ/FNZSLRNHCB8L7GZ.SMALL.jpg sensualappeal Just because it's winter doesn't mean we shouldn't have some fun tropical flavors once in a while, eh? After making Pineapple Cupcakes with Greek Yogurt, I still had canned pineapple left over and I wasn't going to throw it out right away. I had to make at least one more new recipe out of it. That'...
By: sensualappeal

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 Jan 2013 10:16:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/BASKETBALL-PIZZA/
BASKETBALL PIZZA - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7O/90ID/HBUZH0W1/F7O90IDHBUZH0W1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7O/90ID/HBUZH0W1/F7O90IDHBUZH0W1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7O/90ID/HBUZH0W1/F7O90IDHBUZH0W1.SMALL.jpg Density Hi everybody! I am Density and I am 14 years old. I love playing basketball and I love eating Pizza so now I will show you how to make a Basketball Pizza. You do not have to stick to the exact same recipe. You can change the ingredients to your liking. I suggest you read through the instructable bef...
By: Density

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 28 Jan 2013 10:27:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Calzano-A-Pizza-Eruption/
Calzano: A Pizza Eruption - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F93/BJ7U/HCB8QF17/F93BJ7UHCB8QF17.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F93/BJ7U/HCB8QF17/F93BJ7UHCB8QF17.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F93/BJ7U/HCB8QF17/F93BJ7UHCB8QF17.SMALL.jpg donedirtcheap Pizza is anything you make it. Diverge too much from the classic margherita and you don't have a pizza. Make a flat bread with red sauce, cheese and meat and all you have is a pizza, know what I mean? So, what do you think, did I diverge too much? You be the judge. Well, you and my kids, who loved t...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 Jan 2013 23:02:45 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/20-Unbelievable-Arduino-Projects/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F61/0GJ4/H3Z3KS4D/F610GJ4H3Z3KS4D.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F61/0GJ4/H3Z3KS4D/F610GJ4H3Z3KS4D.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F61/0GJ4/H3Z3KS4D/F610GJ4H3Z3KS4D.SMALL.jpg randofo Here are twenty amazing Arduino projects that you almost wouldn't believe, if not for that they are the real deal. These authors have turned their wildest dreams into reality with the power of Arduino, an easy-to-use microcontroller development board. It is no wonder that Arduino literally translate...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Apr 2012 17:47:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/10-Fun-Things-To-Do-With-Your-Microwave/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/1D3M/GHDS6OK4/FSQ1D3MGHDS6OK4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/1D3M/GHDS6OK4/FSQ1D3MGHDS6OK4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/1D3M/GHDS6OK4/FSQ1D3MGHDS6OK4.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Find uses for your microwave you never knew existed with this fun collection from Instructables.com. Don't sell your microwave short! Whether you are conducting science experiments or making gifts, you will unleash your microwave's true potential with these creative and unconventional projects. In...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Dec 2010 14:41:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-The-Tumble-Bean/
How to make the Tumble Bean! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F64/FV40/HCB8SMVD/F64FV40HCB8SMVD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F64/FV40/HCB8SMVD/F64FV40HCB8SMVD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F64/FV40/HCB8SMVD/F64FV40HCB8SMVD.SMALL.jpg innovator007 Have you ever been on a plane, car, bus, or train, and are really bored because all you electronic devices died out? Luckily, you can make a fun little toy called the Tumble Bean. The Tumble Bean is a little capsule that you can maneuver in your hand. If you put it on an inclined surface, it will fl...
By: innovator007

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 Jan 2013 15:24:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Talk-to-Someone-Using-Ham-Radio/
How to Talk to Someone Using Ham Radio - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRW/COIV/HAQ2V3ZS/FRWCOIVHAQ2V3ZS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRW/COIV/HAQ2V3ZS/FRWCOIVHAQ2V3ZS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRW/COIV/HAQ2V3ZS/FRWCOIVHAQ2V3ZS.SMALL.jpg InventorManAlways Ham radio is cool, but it can be very nerve-wracking to talk to someone on ham radio. Talking to someone on ham radio is commonly known as a 'QSO' or a 'contact'.  Although it can seem really scary at first, you won't regret a moment of it. And after a few 'contacts', you'll be wanting to make more ...
By: InventorManAlways

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Jan 2013 15:30:00 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Printed-Biologically-Inspired-Robotics/
3D-Printed Biologically-Inspired Robotics - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ7/LQEA/HABDH86N/FZ7LQEAHABDH86N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ7/LQEA/HABDH86N/FZ7LQEAHABDH86N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ7/LQEA/HABDH86N/FZ7LQEAHABDH86N.SMALL.jpg randofo I have been spending the last few months doing research into biologically inspired robotic structures. While my approach may seem formalistic in nature, these devices were simply a means for ultimately conducting social research. This desire stems from my experience building Simple Bots, and their s...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 14 Jan 2013 10:31:40 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Aeroplane-from-an-Aluminium-Can-and-it-flies-too/
Aeroplane from an Aluminium Can (and it flies too) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F85/QZRC/HAQ3CA36/F85QZRCHAQ3CA36.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F85/QZRC/HAQ3CA36/F85QZRCHAQ3CA36.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F85/QZRC/HAQ3CA36/F85QZRCHAQ3CA36.SMALL.jpg awesomecreations This aeroplane can definitely be improved by measuring before cutting. I didn't do this and it ended up looking a little bit uneven. This aeroplane will fly, but only if you make it from an ALUMINIUM can. Most canned energy drinks use all-Aluminium cans. This model is not a scale version of any real...
By: awesomecreations

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 12 Jan 2013 00:50:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Spool-Car/
Spool Car - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVE/34ND/HAQ3ARGW/FVE34NDHAQ3ARGW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVE/34ND/HAQ3ARGW/FVE34NDHAQ3ARGW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVE/34ND/HAQ3ARGW/FVE34NDHAQ3ARGW.SMALL.jpg Childrens Museum of Houston Make a rubber-band powered wooden racer! A great, pocket-sized toy to explore transformation of energy. Bascially, a precursor to the wind-up car... This is one of the projects for our Instructables: Made In Your Mind (IMIYM) exhibition at the Children’s Museum of Houston . Produced in partnership ...
By: Childrens Museum of Houston

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 Jan 2013 15:13:59 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cork-Shooter/
Cork Shooter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/68VI/HBHGL8LC/FOU68VIHBHGL8LC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/68VI/HBHGL8LC/FOU68VIHBHGL8LC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/68VI/HBHGL8LC/FOU68VIHBHGL8LC.SMALL.jpg WYE_Lance This project is born from the fact that students in my engineering classes really enjoy building projectile launchers. I wanted something that was simple to build, effective, and has lots of room for modifications. The cork shooter fulfills that criteria and of course provides a hands-on lesson in t...
By: WYE_Lance

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