Instructables: exploring - Green http://www.instructables.com Fri, 24 May 2013 02:51:27 PDT BLOX v1.01 D.I.Y. Rustic Home Decors http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Rustic-Home-Decors/
D.I.Y. Rustic Home Decors - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR8/CHT1/HGZOFLFH/FR8CHT1HGZOFLFH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR8/CHT1/HGZOFLFH/FR8CHT1HGZOFLFH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR8/CHT1/HGZOFLFH/FR8CHT1HGZOFLFH.SMALL.jpg Muhaiminah Faiz We're always looking for something different to decorate our home. In this case handmade home decors are the best. In this instructable I'll show you how to make a rustic photo frame, candle holder and vase out of small tree logs. They're really easy to make and won't take much time, so lets start m...
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Wed, 22 May 2013 11:19:53 PDT
Solar rechargeable "light bulb". Ideal for camping. (made from recyclable materials) http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-rechargeable-light-bulb-Ideal-for-camping/
Solar rechargeable "light bulb". Ideal for camping. (made from recyclable materials) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFK/CA96/HGZO5SPM/FFKCA96HGZO5SPM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFK/CA96/HGZO5SPM/FFKCA96HGZO5SPM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFK/CA96/HGZO5SPM/FFKCA96HGZO5SPM.SMALL.jpg out-of-the-box Now when I go camping I like to escape technology and just enjoy nature, however I often want light at night in my tent, who doesnt? With all your electronics at home and an outlet far from reach light is hard to find at night, so in this I will show you how I made a solar rechargeable light bulb us...
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Tue, 21 May 2013 20:56:21 PDT
Upcycled Wine Bottle Watering http://www.instructables.com/id/Upcycled-Wine-Bottle-Watering/
Upcycled Wine Bottle Watering - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6X/70YS/HGU2PEVT/F6X70YSHGU2PEVT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6X/70YS/HGU2PEVT/F6X70YSHGU2PEVT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6X/70YS/HGU2PEVT/F6X70YSHGU2PEVT.SMALL.jpg TheProcrastibaker In this instructable, I'm going to teach you how to turn wine into water! Or at the very least, teach you how to upcycle wine bottles into an automatic watering system for your garden. These work on the same principle as the glass watering bulbs for gardens (such as Aquaglobes.) These are PERFECT...
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Mon, 20 May 2013 13:37:50 PDT
Automatic Watering System http://www.instructables.com/id/Automatic-Watering-System-2/
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Mon, 20 May 2013 09:57:44 PDT
3D Objects from Recycled Materials http://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Objects-from-Recycled-Materials/
3D Objects from Recycled Materials - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHM/D99Z/HGU2JRFS/FHMD99ZHGU2JRFS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHM/D99Z/HGU2JRFS/FHMD99ZHGU2JRFS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHM/D99Z/HGU2JRFS/FHMD99ZHGU2JRFS.SMALL.jpg algodelanada This instructable is part of "something out of nothing" series, this time "nothing" is material - recycled paper, banana skins and more. I've actually came across this idea, making sheets of paper for my art and soon realised that I get left over pulp, which goes to waste and could be used to make o...
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Mon, 20 May 2013 09:45:51 PDT
Cultivating Black Berry Plants http://www.instructables.com/id/Cultivating-Black-Berry-Plants/
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Sun, 19 May 2013 09:42:08 PDT
Lemongrass - from the grocery store to the garden (the tea was the inspiration). http://www.instructables.com/id/Lemongrass-from-the-grocery-store-to-the-garden-/
Lemongrass - from the grocery store to the garden (the tea was the inspiration). - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/8SBX/HGO9IREX/F4B8SBXHGO9IREX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/8SBX/HGO9IREX/F4B8SBXHGO9IREX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/8SBX/HGO9IREX/F4B8SBXHGO9IREX.SMALL.jpg sdbigguy Lemongrass – from the grocery store to the garden I recently came down with a bad cold, congestion and cough. I did a search online and came up with a couple of home brewed options to help with some of those symptoms. Lemongrass tea sounded easy, inexpensive and worth a try. Note: In most of the r...
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Thu, 16 May 2013 13:48:54 PDT
Temperature Sensor for Shower http://www.instructables.com/id/Temperature-Sensor-for-Shower/
Temperature Sensor for Shower - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXM/RYB2/HGH6JNJS/FXMRYB2HGH6JNJS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXM/RYB2/HGH6JNJS/FXMRYB2HGH6JNJS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXM/RYB2/HGH6JNJS/FXMRYB2HGH6JNJS.SMALL.jpg Jochefor With this device you diminish the use of water in your house or work. Instead of waiting to see vapor in the shower to get in, this device help you to know when the water its at the temperature you want and you can instantly enter to the shower. In this way you don't waste the water by not knowing w...
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Thu, 16 May 2013 10:46:24 PDT
Emergency Light/Charger from Fire & Water http://www.instructables.com/id/Emergency-LED-powered-by-Fire/
Emergency Light/Charger from Fire & Water - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4P/Z6AJ/HGH70RF2/F4PZ6AJHGH70RF2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4P/Z6AJ/HGH70RF2/F4PZ6AJHGH70RF2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4P/Z6AJ/HGH70RF2/F4PZ6AJHGH70RF2.SMALL.jpg Joohansson DIY a really simple Thermoelectric Emergency Generator from very few parts. Optimized for powering with tealights/candles. With inspiration from my previous projects: http://www.instructables.com/id/Thermoelectric-Fan-Driven-by-a-Candle/ and http://www.instructables.com/id/Battery-Charger-Powered-b...
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Thu, 16 May 2013 00:04:27 PDT
Reuse, Recycle, Redux - Beer Cup Edition http://www.instructables.com/id/Reuse-Reuse-Reuse-Beer-Cup-Edition/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE7/WX70/HGO9IQ6P/FE7WX70HGO9IQ6P.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE7/WX70/HGO9IQ6P/FE7WX70HGO9IQ6P.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE7/WX70/HGO9IQ6P/FE7WX70HGO9IQ6P.SMALL.jpg Tater Zoid I like beer and know a lot of great people. I go to all of their parties. Years ago, I noticed that there were a ton of half full (optimist) cups everywhere. To circumvent this problem, (a big one if you don't like to see wasted beers) I started writing my name on my cup. I also brought my cup home ...
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Wed, 15 May 2013 15:14:36 PDT
Journal using packaging paper http://www.instructables.com/id/Journal-using-packaging-paper/
Journal using packaging paper - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBF/I97H/HGH70PAL/FBFI97HHGH70PAL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBF/I97H/HGH70PAL/FBFI97HHGH70PAL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBF/I97H/HGH70PAL/FBFI97HHGH70PAL.SMALL.jpg Artemis_Wong This instructable will teach you how to make a journal out of the package you receive, maybe when you buy fragile  things online. What you will need: - Packaging paper (1piece = 1 page) -Cardboard (of the package) - 2 A4 coloured paper -1 black construction paper  -1 strand of yarn/twine -double-si...
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Wed, 15 May 2013 02:11:33 PDT
Enhancing the Bike-to-Work-Day experience http://www.instructables.com/id/Enhancing-the-Bike-to-Work-Day-experience/
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Mon, 13 May 2013 21:30:18 PDT
Snapple, Steel and Green Fire: Bride of Spirit Lantern http://www.instructables.com/id/Bride-of-Spirit-Lantern/
Snapple, Steel and Green Fire: Bride of Spirit Lantern - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/HOYO/HGG4APFG/FSCHOYOHGG4APFG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/HOYO/HGG4APFG/FSCHOYOHGG4APFG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/HOYO/HGG4APFG/FSCHOYOHGG4APFG.SMALL.jpg The Green Gentleman My previous green fire instructable, The Spirit Lantern (Green Fire 2.0), was entertaining and educational to make, but it raised a couple of concerns: 1) A methanol flame is hot (from 500Ú C up to ~1900Ú C under some conditions according to online sources - I've been able to bend borosilicate tubi...
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Mon, 13 May 2013 06:53:20 PDT
Bike Generator Patio Furniture Made from Recycled Materials w/ Voltage Regulated Battery Charging System http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Generator-Patio-Furniture-Made-from-Recycled-/
Bike Generator Patio Furniture Made from Recycled Materials w/ Voltage Regulated Battery Charging System - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F52/VIWN/HGH71Q7L/F52VIWNHGH71Q7L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F52/VIWN/HGH71Q7L/F52VIWNHGH71Q7L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F52/VIWN/HGH71Q7L/F52VIWNHGH71Q7L.SMALL.jpg KlockworkKevin For this project I refined some of the lessons I've learned building (or trying to build) bike generators in the past in an attempt to build one that was quiet, less obtrusive in our living space, and capable of being used by a bicycle without any modifications or additions to the bicycle. The Table...
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Sun, 12 May 2013 15:39:01 PDT
Make a Solar Rechargeable TV remote. http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Solar-Rechargeable-TV-remote/
Make a Solar Rechargeable TV remote. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2R/MGKJ/HGH6JHZ5/F2RMGKJHGH6JHZ5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2R/MGKJ/HGH6JHZ5/F2RMGKJHGH6JHZ5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2R/MGKJ/HGH6JHZ5/F2RMGKJHGH6JHZ5.SMALL.jpg out-of-the-box In this I will show you how to make a TV remote that uses solar energy to recharge its batteries. The batteries need to be rechargeable, I used nimh batteries. before we begin I would like to say that you shouldnt modify any remote that isnt yours. what do I mean exactly? glad you asked! Odds are yo...
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Sun, 12 May 2013 03:14:54 PDT
Pasta and green peas http://www.instructables.com/id/Pasta-and-green-peas/
Pasta and green peas - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/VY7S/HGH6Q0OS/FA2VY7SHGH6Q0OS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/VY7S/HGH6Q0OS/FA2VY7SHGH6Q0OS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/VY7S/HGH6Q0OS/FA2VY7SHGH6Q0OS.SMALL.jpg Limadito This is a very nice mixture of your favorite noodles and green peas. Easy to adapt to gluten-free diets. Ingredients Serves two hungry pasta lovers. Scale as needed. *Pasta: your favourite one. I'm using dry spaghetti (100 g per person), but type of noodels it's up to you. *Green peas: Shown can...
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Sat, 11 May 2013 07:29:20 PDT
Another Growing an Avocado (12 years in the making) http://www.instructables.com/id/Another-Growing-an-Avocado-12-years-in-the-making/
Another Growing an Avocado (12 years in the making) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNX/ZSSR/HGJ4YJ1M/FNXZSSRHGJ4YJ1M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNX/ZSSR/HGJ4YJ1M/FNXZSSRHGJ4YJ1M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNX/ZSSR/HGJ4YJ1M/FNXZSSRHGJ4YJ1M.SMALL.jpg sdbigguy This is another how to grow an avocado from a pit. This INSTRUCTABLE is a little different in that it shows this process through to the end. That is also why it took about 12 years to out it together. Just a little about me to set the stage. I finally settled in San Diego after spending 20 years in...
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Fri, 10 May 2013 12:01:50 PDT
Book Bead Earrings http://www.instructables.com/id/Book-Bead-Earrings/
Book Bead Earrings - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/OWWX/HGH6XI4E/F1MOWWXHGH6XI4E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/OWWX/HGH6XI4E/F1MOWWXHGH6XI4E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1M/OWWX/HGH6XI4E/F1MOWWXHGH6XI4E.SMALL.jpg Erratic.Chromatic Wanting to incorporate books into jewelry, I came up with this idea. This Instructable shows how to make a paper cone bead out of an old book and how to attach them together to make a cube-like shape that is the center point of my earrings.  I also show how to bead-it-up. Supplies Supplies for ...
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Thu, 9 May 2013 22:52:45 PDT
pizza place quiche http://www.instructables.com/id/pizza-place-quiche/
pizza place quiche - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8T/3I1F/HG85CPEV/F8T3I1FHG85CPEV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8T/3I1F/HG85CPEV/F8T3I1FHG85CPEV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8T/3I1F/HG85CPEV/F8T3I1FHG85CPEV.SMALL.jpg beardedantihero So first off this didnt turn out quite as i had hoped, but i think some minor tweaking is all that would be needed, and figured id still put this up to share and possibly get some feedback, feel free to comment. i had some liquid egg i needed to use up, so i brought it to work and decided to attemp...
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Mon, 6 May 2013 10:46:48 PDT
Super easy natural fertilizer http://www.instructables.com/id/Super-easy-natural-fertilizer/
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Mon, 6 May 2013 07:26:19 PDT
How to grow Papyrus http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-grow-Papyrus/
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Fri, 3 May 2013 04:40:20 PDT
Lasagne Verdi http://www.instructables.com/id/Lasagne-Verdi/
Lasagne Verdi - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVP/AX6J/HFSHG25I/FVPAX6JHFSHG25I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVP/AX6J/HFSHG25I/FVPAX6JHFSHG25I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVP/AX6J/HFSHG25I/FVPAX6JHFSHG25I.SMALL.jpg lindarose92 Lasagne are pretty common all over the world now, for this reason I decided to share this version that is just a little different and is made especially in my region, Emilia Romagna, in Italy. Verde is the Italian word for green, in fact you have probably noticed that the color is different :D Egg ...
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Wed, 1 May 2013 12:33:55 PDT
Smartphone Charger Powered by Fire http://www.instructables.com/id/Battery-Charger-Powered-by-Fire/
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Wed, 1 May 2013 11:03:17 PDT
Basic Cinematography Tutorial http://www.instructables.com/id/Basic-Cinematography-Tutorial/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F62/B498/HFPTELKA/F62B498HFPTELKA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F62/B498/HFPTELKA/F62B498HFPTELKA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F62/B498/HFPTELKA/F62B498HFPTELKA.SMALL.jpg nroy5 So here's my tutorial on some basic cinematography to make your films look a lot more like they do in the movies. Keep in mind that there are many different ways of accomplishing the movie look. Depending on the genre of movie, and what you have available to you. (For example, if you have little to ...
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Tue, 30 Apr 2013 09:30:32 PDT
Simple Green House/Seed Starter http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Green-HouseSeed-Starter/
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Mon, 29 Apr 2013 10:26:08 PDT
DIY Craft Storage Container (From Old SuitCase) http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Craft-Storage-Container-From-Old-SuitCase/
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Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:33:11 PDT
DIY humidity dome for seedlings http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-humidity-dome-for-seedlings/
DIY humidity dome for seedlings - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXU/I83C/HFPTI76X/FXUI83CHFPTI76X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXU/I83C/HFPTI76X/FXUI83CHFPTI76X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXU/I83C/HFPTI76X/FXUI83CHFPTI76X.SMALL.jpg pudi.dk When sprouting seeds or rooting clones it's a good idea keep them in a place with warm and humid air(~20-25°C / 68-77 °F). This is where a humidity dome comes in. Putting the seeds or clones in a Jiffy pot or a Rockwool cube and then filling bottom with water will create a humid climate perfect for ...
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Fri, 26 Apr 2013 09:55:22 PDT
Mason Jar Projects http://www.instructables.com/id/Mason-Jar-Projects/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFZ/KF8V/HFSH4V52/FFZKF8VHFSH4V52.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFZ/KF8V/HFSH4V52/FFZKF8VHFSH4V52.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFZ/KF8V/HFSH4V52/FFZKF8VHFSH4V52.SMALL.jpg GorillazMiko There are millions of uses for glass and mason jars, so I've gathered a collection of some of the best step by step Instructables to give you a head start the next time you find yourself with more canning supplies than things to be canned. The jars are cheap, they're durable, and they have a rustic ...
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Thu, 25 Apr 2013 12:04:17 PDT
Consume an Entire Coconut: 9 Products - Zero waste! http://www.instructables.com/id/Consume-an-Entire-Coconut-9-Products-Zero-waste/
Consume an Entire Coconut: 9 Products - Zero waste! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKV/WF7Z/HE08177J/FKVWF7ZHE08177J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKV/WF7Z/HE08177J/FKVWF7ZHE08177J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKV/WF7Z/HE08177J/FKVWF7ZHE08177J.SMALL.jpg TecScribe Consume an Entire Coconut: 9 Products - Zero waste! Gather your materials and supplies You need, 1 coconut 1 plastic bag eye protection / safety glasses 1 grater 1 carafe or jar 1 sieve or strainer 1 large spoon or ladle 1 hard spatula 1 bowl 1 heavy-botto...
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Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:19:12 PDT
Bio-plastic http://www.instructables.com/id/Bio-plastic/
Bio-plastic - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGO/H9D9/HFPTF5XU/FGOH9D9HFPTF5XU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGO/H9D9/HFPTF5XU/FGOH9D9HFPTF5XU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGO/H9D9/HFPTF5XU/FGOH9D9HFPTF5XU.SMALL.jpg rolfskylark Bio-plastic is a simple project that can be done in a matter of hours with household objects Materials List Tools needed: -Hot plate/stove -Cooking pot (a non-stick surface works best) -Silicon spatula -Non-stick silicon mat or aluminum foil -Tablespoon -Teaspoon *Graduated cylinder (at least 10...
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Sat, 20 Apr 2013 23:27:28 PDT
Solar Shrub II http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Shrub-II/
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Sat, 20 Apr 2013 11:09:32 PDT
How to prepare a glass of Absinthe http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-prepare-a-glass-of-Absinthe/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ6/ZU4S/HFPTF4WY/FQ6ZU4SHFPTF4WY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ6/ZU4S/HFPTF4WY/FQ6ZU4SHFPTF4WY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ6/ZU4S/HFPTF4WY/FQ6ZU4SHFPTF4WY.SMALL.gif damianzuch Ha ha! The title may misleadingly lead you to believe that there is ONE way to prepare a glass of Absinthe, or that this is the correct way. As I was researching online I discovered that (a) there are as many opinions as there are different kinds of Absinthe and (b) the way I'm doing it is likely ru...
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Sat, 20 Apr 2013 06:11:30 PDT
Spotty changeable paper necklace http://www.instructables.com/id/Spotty-changeable-paper-necklace/
Spotty changeable paper necklace - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Q/EE22/HFD16M7Z/F9QEE22HFD16M7Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Q/EE22/HFD16M7Z/F9QEE22HFD16M7Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Q/EE22/HFD16M7Z/F9QEE22HFD16M7Z.SMALL.jpg emilyvanleemput Hi! In this instructable I'm going to tell you how to make this necklace. The pendant is changeable in a few ways. You can clip on an other pendant in no time or you can decide to turn the blacklight on. I hope you like it! What do you need To make this necklace, you will need the following: - pe...
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Mon, 15 Apr 2013 12:42:12 PDT
homage to duchamp's bicycle wheel - a dual mode led lamp (DC hub generator or AC plugin) http://www.instructables.com/id/homage-to-duchamps-bicycle-wheel-a-dual-mode-le/
homage to duchamp's bicycle wheel - a dual mode led lamp (DC hub generator or AC plugin) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/OGBL/HFD1JTWW/FUCOGBLHFD1JTWW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/OGBL/HFD1JTWW/FUCOGBLHFD1JTWW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/OGBL/HFD1JTWW/FUCOGBLHFD1JTWW.SMALL.jpg pobriant In honor of the 100th year of  Marcel Duchamp's most famous "ready made" creation, the bicycle wheel lamp and generator. This is  a dual mode led lamp  for plugging in an AC LED bulb or spin it yourself for powering DC LEDs (with battery backup.)  Choose the  green option with Cree's latest LED 9.5...
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Sat, 13 Apr 2013 19:13:58 PDT
Knex Removable Magazine - New Mechanism http://www.instructables.com/id/Knex-Removable-Magazine-New-Mechanism/
Knex Removable Magazine - New Mechanism - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F49/ZGFR/HFD1FNZI/F49ZGFRHFD1FNZI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F49/ZGFR/HFD1FNZI/F49ZGFRHFD1FNZI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F49/ZGFR/HFD1FNZI/F49ZGFRHFD1FNZI.SMALL.jpg knexsniper1 I developed a new mechanism for a knex magazine. This is a bit better than the conventional "pushing" of the bullets into place because instead of a direct push, a significant amount of the force is redirected at an angle, thus relieving a TON of pressure off of the bullet. However, the bullet is ST...
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Wed, 10 Apr 2013 16:21:14 PDT
DIY Electric Skateboard http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Electric-Skateboard/
DIY Electric Skateboard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/5NFS/HET1AMLI/FPO5NFSHET1AMLI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/5NFS/HET1AMLI/FPO5NFSHET1AMLI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/5NFS/HET1AMLI/FPO5NFSHET1AMLI.SMALL.jpg muskychd This is a VERY basic approach to making a cheep skateboard without having to know ALL of the mechanics involved.  I.e. mounting the motor, the chain linkage, frame, brakes, etc; all of that is pre-made into the scooter you will use.  The only additional parts I bought were: 2-9" MBS front wheels, MB...
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Tue, 9 Apr 2013 08:10:51 PDT
DIY Sandals from Old Flip Flops + T-Shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Sandals-from-Old-Flip-Flops-T-Shirt/
DIY Sandals from Old Flip Flops + T-Shirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUE/6KVV/HF23RRIM/FUE6KVVHF23RRIM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUE/6KVV/HF23RRIM/FUE6KVVHF23RRIM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUE/6KVV/HF23RRIM/FUE6KVVHF23RRIM.SMALL.jpg Wuffle 1. What did you make? I wanted a pair of simple, comfy summer shoes; I had a pair of old flip flops that were fraying and had pokey sequins. My mom had a bag of cloths we were about to donate so I had a nice selection of old t-shirts to choose from for the straps. 2. How did you make it? I got the ...
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Mon, 8 Apr 2013 15:08:20 PDT
99.7% Reclaimed Mobile Raised Herb Bed http://www.instructables.com/id/997-Reclaimed-Mobile-Raised-Herb-Bed/
99.7% Reclaimed Mobile Raised Herb Bed - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUR/X8XW/HF23MDZC/FURX8XWHF23MDZC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUR/X8XW/HF23MDZC/FURX8XWHF23MDZC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUR/X8XW/HF23MDZC/FURX8XWHF23MDZC.SMALL.jpg Gunther45 This is a Mobile Raised bed garden for Herbs. Note this is not 100% complete as I am posting this Instructable because there are lots of creative people out there that might want to chime in on how to change around something or give some insight on how to tweak it before I implement it in my back ya...
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Mon, 8 Apr 2013 14:19:41 PDT
Bike Wheel Laundry Airer http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Wheel-Laundry-Airer/
Bike Wheel Laundry Airer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/2TLX/HF243NU3/FJ52TLXHF243NU3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/2TLX/HF243NU3/FJ52TLXHF243NU3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/2TLX/HF243NU3/FJ52TLXHF243NU3.SMALL.jpg JohanJShaw Here in the UK, we love drying our laundry outside . . . It is free, 100% environmentally friendly and it is always raining in England. Oh well, did I mention that it is free? So check out this bicycle-related Instructable that I actually use. Features Approx 20 feet of drying space. Des...
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Mon, 8 Apr 2013 13:17:18 PDT
cheap fast DIY deck or patio awning canopy http://www.instructables.com/id/cheap-fast-DIY-deck-or-patio-awning-canopy/
cheap fast DIY deck or patio awning canopy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAR/H9RR/HF23PW5V/FARH9RRHF23PW5V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAR/H9RR/HF23PW5V/FARH9RRHF23PW5V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAR/H9RR/HF23PW5V/FARH9RRHF23PW5V.SMALL.jpg 7808 if you have a 12ft wide 3 panel deck door that faces west like me, and your house needs other improvments more then a $500+? awning right now, heres a cheap way to block some sun, because the a/c unit has a real fight on its hands any sunny spring/summer/fall day. cost?  ~$50 give or take what yo...
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Wed, 3 Apr 2013 23:25:35 PDT
How to make air duster http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-air-duster/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW6/VDAT/HEXSRZIE/FW6VDATHEXSRZIE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW6/VDAT/HEXSRZIE/FW6VDATHEXSRZIE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW6/VDAT/HEXSRZIE/FW6VDATHEXSRZIE.SMALL.jpg macobt Here is a quick, easy and fun way to make refillable air duster. Visit my blogspot:http://macoprojects.blogspot.com/ or visit my channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/macobt
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Sun, 31 Mar 2013 15:41:44 PDT
Healthy, Tasty Green Smoothie http://www.instructables.com/id/Healthy-Tasty-Green-Smoothie/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA7/692I/HEXSRYW4/FA7692IHEXSRYW4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA7/692I/HEXSRYW4/FA7692IHEXSRYW4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA7/692I/HEXSRYW4/FA7692IHEXSRYW4.SMALL.jpg musicalsoul Here is a wonderful way to get those greens that we all dont care for into our diets in a tasty way. This is called green drink or green smoothie. Ingredients: Greens (any kind: lettuce; parsley;cillantro; kale; collards, you get the point) water Juice concentrate (I use apple and pineapple) Ice(opt...
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Sun, 31 Mar 2013 14:18:50 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
St. Patricks Day Rolls http://www.instructables.com/id/St-Patricks-Day-Rolls/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEH/L2A6/HE7D9SNA/FEHL2A6HE7D9SNA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEH/L2A6/HE7D9SNA/FEHL2A6HE7D9SNA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEH/L2A6/HE7D9SNA/FEHL2A6HE7D9SNA.SMALL.jpg rhodesbread This clover is fun and so easy that even the kids can help you make them. Full Recipe: http://www.rhodesbread.com/recipes/view/1804
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Thu, 14 Mar 2013 07:51:01 PDT
Grow a "tiny" balcony food garden! http://www.instructables.com/id/Grow-a-tiny-balcony-food-garden/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR6/9FP9/GQBCIJLM/FR69FP9GQBCIJLM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR6/9FP9/GQBCIJLM/FR69FP9GQBCIJLM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR6/9FP9/GQBCIJLM/FR69FP9GQBCIJLM.SMALL.jpg Totysheep Grow food in every small space you have! Plants WANT to grow for you, all they need is any container with potting soil water and love! This is an example of how my garden grew in 2011.
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Tue, 12 Mar 2013 08:13:46 PDT
Emergency Solar Generator - for Everyone http://www.instructables.com/id/Emergency-Solar-Generator-for-Everyone/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2N/PRH9/HD8TWR7K/F2NPRH9HD8TWR7K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2N/PRH9/HD8TWR7K/F2NPRH9HD8TWR7K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2N/PRH9/HD8TWR7K/F2NPRH9HD8TWR7K.SMALL.jpg Conserver Yours truly does show and tell for an emergency solar generator.  This is the same emergency solar generator we'll be shipping out in our 'Solar for Sandy' Indiegogo campaign (Preview Here).   It's an insanely great design - straight, simple, easy to build and use.  It drove us insane for almost th...
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Fri, 8 Mar 2013 09:30:41 PST
Bri's Easy Cheesy Chicken Verde Enchiladas http://www.instructables.com/id/Bris-Easy-Cheesy-Chicken-Verde-Enchiladas/
Bri's Easy Cheesy Chicken Verde Enchiladas - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKH/96A5/HDYZICF8/FKH96A5HDYZICF8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKH/96A5/HDYZICF8/FKH96A5HDYZICF8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKH/96A5/HDYZICF8/FKH96A5HDYZICF8.SMALL.jpg Bean and Cheese Stout An explosion of Deliciousness wrapped in a tortilla, smothered in Chile Verde, and topped with Cheesy goodness!! You will need; ~Boneless skinless Chicken Breast ~3 1/2 cups Chile Verde sauce ~White corn tortillas ~3 tablespoons diced green chiles ~1 cream block 'o cream cheese ~1 1/2 cups p...
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Thu, 7 Mar 2013 18:13:38 PST
$10 Eco Detergent (septic safe!) http://www.instructables.com/id/10-Eco-Detergent-septic-safe/
$10 Eco Detergent (septic safe!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDB/6LYQ/HDYZI6D9/FDB6LYQHDYZI6D9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDB/6LYQ/HDYZI6D9/FDB6LYQHDYZI6D9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDB/6LYQ/HDYZI6D9/FDB6LYQHDYZI6D9.SMALL.jpg Project Upcycle I haven't liked laundry since I started having to do it myself.I don't like the chemicals in detergents today, (neither does my septic) so I decided I need to make it myself. Before we get into the how to make it, let's get a basic understanding of how laundry detergents work. Surfactants are the ...
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Thu, 7 Mar 2013 11:36:04 PST
The $10 Eco Washing Machine http://www.instructables.com/id/The-10-Eco-Washing-Machine/
The $10 Eco Washing Machine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC3/36U0/HDYZI6DE/FC336U0HDYZI6DE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC3/36U0/HDYZI6DE/FC336U0HDYZI6DE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC3/36U0/HDYZI6DE/FC336U0HDYZI6DE.SMALL.jpg Project Upcycle That's it. That, and a 5 gallon bucket make up my washing machine, add a pair of pants, two shirts, a pair of socks, boxers, and a tablespoon of the all natural detergent that I make. I put the bucket under the faucet in my tub so I can fill it easily and don't make too much of a mess. So lets lear...
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Thu, 7 Mar 2013 01:16:23 PST
LED Longboard Under-glow http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-Longboard-Under-glow/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXG/ALI8/H2MYK8YI/FXGALI8H2MYK8YI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXG/ALI8/H2MYK8YI/FXGALI8H2MYK8YI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXG/ALI8/H2MYK8YI/FXGALI8H2MYK8YI.SMALL.jpg jnajmy Hey guys! So about a year ago I made my first Instructables on a new idea i came up with. It was a skateboard with under-glow. After a lot of positive feed back from the Instructables community, friend, and family, I decided i wanted to start making longboards and skateboards with LED lights on the ...
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Tue, 5 Mar 2013 23:28:30 PST