http://www.instructables.com Thu, 23 May 2013 21:52:45 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Retro-Vinyl-Lamp/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE0/K1LM/HGZNX0IY/FE0K1LMHGZNX0IY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE0/K1LM/HGZNX0IY/FE0K1LMHGZNX0IY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE0/K1LM/HGZNX0IY/FE0K1LMHGZNX0IY.SMALL.jpg ctx1985 Note: I will make a more detailed instructable for this when I get some more time. Make a cheap, quick and easy lamp out of a 33 and a few 45s! It adds a nice vintage touch to any room and makes a great lamp also. What you'll need: -12" record (clear or coloured ones work the best) -3 or 4 7" rec...
By: ctx1985

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 22 May 2013 12:47:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/simple-adjustable-portable-spot-light/
simple adjustable portable spot light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/AYVU/HGU2EXJC/FJ5AYVUHGU2EXJC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/AYVU/HGU2EXJC/FJ5AYVUHGU2EXJC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/AYVU/HGU2EXJC/FJ5AYVUHGU2EXJC.SMALL.jpg andrea biffi Having a powerful portable lamp is very useful in makers life. Of course there are very good solutions which you can buy for few bucks, but time ago I loved to work wood, and I've made this nice spotlight stand. You can attack it on any surface and you can adjust the spot at the direction you like. ...
By: andrea biffi

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 11:35:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Light-Cycle-Programmable-RGB-LED-Strips-on-Bike-F/
Light Cycle: Programmable RGB LED Strips on Bike Frame - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/BWL5/HGH71UAL/FW5BWL5HGH71UAL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/BWL5/HGH71UAL/FW5BWL5HGH71UAL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/BWL5/HGH71UAL/FW5BWL5HGH71UAL.SMALL.jpg cstewart000 I have already been working on similar projects, this one really is the next step of an earlier project. See: http://www.instructables.com/id/Inbedded-Bike-Rim-Lights/ And before we get started, we should have a demonstration of the finished effect (the video is when the bike wasn't yet covered). ...
By: cstewart000

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 01:34:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Modern-Indirect-Multicolored-Accent-Light/
Modern Indirect Multicolored Accent Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7T/KE7U/HGIEVVTM/F7TKE7UHGIEVVTM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7T/KE7U/HGIEVVTM/F7TKE7UHGIEVVTM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7T/KE7U/HGIEVVTM/F7TKE7UHGIEVVTM.SMALL.jpg pheintzelman Before I started this project I scoured the web for a similar light. When I couldn't find one, I decided to build this.  I like to fiddle with things but have very little construction experience. This turned out quite nice and looks store-bought but this project is straightforward and almost anyone ...
By: pheintzelman

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 11:15:07 PDT 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...
By: Joohansson

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 May 2013 00:04:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PowerTube-Vr-1/
PowerTube Vr. 1 for bicycle headlight - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZC/6I4T/HGH6Q3O0/FZC6I4THGH6Q3O0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZC/6I4T/HGH6Q3O0/FZC6I4THGH6Q3O0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZC/6I4T/HGH6Q3O0/FZC6I4THGH6Q3O0.SMALL.jpg frapedia Recently purchased one of those bicycle lights using the XML T6 LED x3. Came with a 18650 8.4v 6400mAh Battery Pack and a Pouch with Velcro. The headlight has a voltage status function via a multi color LED but to be honest i am not satisfy with what function so i decided to add a voltage meter....
By: frapedia

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 May 2013 15:43:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Apple-Airport-Photo-Flashgun-Diffuser/
Apple Airport Photo Flashgun Diffuser - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJX/SVN8/HGH7149Z/FJXSVN8HGH7149Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJX/SVN8/HGH7149Z/FJXSVN8HGH7149Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJX/SVN8/HGH7149Z/FJXSVN8HGH7149Z.SMALL.jpg gmjhowe Apple went through this phase where they would use a white lined acrylic for all there products. It was great for letting light through, which they even used to that effect with the status lights in the iMacs of the time. I have made a lot of flash diffusers in the past, using anything I could get ...
By: gmjhowe

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 14:35:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Conch-Shell-Pendant-Night-Light/
Conch Shell Pendant Night Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXO/SEGC/HFWSUOUB/FXOSEGCHFWSUOUB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXO/SEGC/HFWSUOUB/FXOSEGCHFWSUOUB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXO/SEGC/HFWSUOUB/FXOSEGCHFWSUOUB.SMALL.jpg Tarun Upadhyaya My Dear Instructables Crazy People:), Ahh..it feels so good to make a lighted object after such a long time. In reality I never stopped thinking about making lamps & lightings but I was giving a trial in other areas of creativity. :D "When you want something the universe conspires in helping you a...
By: Tarun Upadhyaya

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 May 2013 09:59:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Almost-too-Bright-Bike-Light/
Almost too Bright Bike Light (blue or what ever color you want) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/4B3R/HGIEV6GN/F6J4B3RHGIEV6GN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/4B3R/HGIEV6GN/F6J4B3RHGIEV6GN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/4B3R/HGIEV6GN/F6J4B3RHGIEV6GN.SMALL.jpg jguthrie3 A friend of a friend of mine asked me to build a rear bike light that would be better than anything he could buy (for a budget of $45). So I set out to build this light and I thought I might as well try to help anyone else out there that want to do a similar project. He rides road but there is no re...
By: jguthrie3

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2013 23:38:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Battery-Charger-Powered-by-Fire/
Smartphone Charger Powered by Fire - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/HOAD/HFPTEVTJ/F12HOADHFPTEVTJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/HOAD/HFPTEVTJ/F12HOADHFPTEVTJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/HOAD/HFPTEVTJ/F12HOADHFPTEVTJ.SMALL.jpg Joohansson Portable, Compact and Adjustable ThermoElectric Emergency Generator. Background: The reason for this project was to solve a problem I have. I sometimes do several days of hiking/backpacking in the wild and I always bring a smartphone with GPS and maybe other electronics. They need electricity a...
By: Joohansson

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 May 2013 11:03:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Lamp-Clock-or-Clock-Lamp/
Lamp Clock (or Clock Lamp?) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F09/EE96/HFSHFR7S/F09EE96HFSHFR7S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F09/EE96/HFSHFR7S/F09EE96HFSHFR7S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F09/EE96/HFSHFR7S/F09EE96HFSHFR7S.SMALL.jpg lindarose92 I almost convinced myself that I couldn't create lamps anymore, but since I started with the first one, I keep thinking of new ones! I can't stop making lamps anymore...HELP!! :D Anyway, I actually got this idea thinking about a clock that had light coming out of its numbers. I first made one a few...
By: lindarose92

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:04:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wind-Activated-Garden-Lights/
Wind Activated Garden Lights - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAX/7561/HD7U1TLT/FAX7561HD7U1TLT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAX/7561/HD7U1TLT/FAX7561HD7U1TLT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAX/7561/HD7U1TLT/FAX7561HD7U1TLT.SMALL.jpg DIYHacksAndHowTos   We are all familiar with the traditional garden path lights. In this project, I am going to show you how to make them react to the wind so that they light up and flicker when the wind blows. These wind lights add an interesting visual element to your garden decorations.  Materials Material...
By: DIYHacksAndHowTos

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2013 16:04:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Light-for-Life-3D/
Light for Life: 3D - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDS/BA9H/HFONN9AG/FDSBA9HHFONN9AG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDS/BA9H/HFONN9AG/FDSBA9HHFONN9AG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDS/BA9H/HFONN9AG/FDSBA9HHFONN9AG.SMALL.jpg kempton In 2009 i created and published a jacket called Light for Life. It consisted of an Arduino, a set of LEDs integrated into the buttons,and two pushbuttons to activate them. I really wanted to make more of the buttons, but they were hard to make; requiring a drill, glue, and filing down each LED lens....
By: kempton

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 19 Apr 2013 08:10:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Light-up-Tardis-Embroidery/
Light-up Tardis Embroidery - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE0/AIRI/HFONER02/FE0AIRIHFONER02.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE0/AIRI/HFONER02/FE0AIRIHFONER02.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE0/AIRI/HFONER02/FE0AIRIHFONER02.SMALL.jpg katzpe Submitted by Cambridge Hackspace for the Instructables Sponsorship Program This is a light-up Tardis embroidery made with felt and sewable electronics.   Materials You'll need: - Cotton fabric in whatever print or color you want - Embroidery hoop - Blue felt - White felt - Black felt - Embroide...
By: katzpe

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 18 Apr 2013 20:22:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Giant-Sun-Jar/
Giant Sun Jar - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDZ/ULCO/HFBK1H4Y/FDZULCOHFBK1H4Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDZ/ULCO/HFBK1H4Y/FDZULCOHFBK1H4Y.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDZ/ULCO/HFBK1H4Y/FDZULCOHFBK1H4Y.SMALL.jpg depotdevoid I love my solar lights, as I've documented here and there on this site, particularly those that I put in jars and bottles.  I've had this oversize glass cookie jar cluttering up my counter space for years, and when we decided to get rid of it, I figured I'd repurpose it instead of sending it off t...
By: depotdevoid

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Apr 2013 20:57:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Retro-Bike-Taillight-Upgrade-Incandescent-to-LED/
Retro Bike Taillight Upgrade - Incandescent to LED conversion (With Magnetic Switch) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/LZX3/HFD194P8/FFCLZX3HFD194P8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/LZX3/HFD194P8/FFCLZX3HFD194P8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/LZX3/HFD194P8/FFCLZX3HFD194P8.SMALL.jpg Doodyideas I love my retro bikes. I've had about 6 of them over the years and despite their quirks (and sometimes dangers) you learn to love these beautiful steeds. But you know what REALLY annoys me? My Incandescent dynamo taillights and the amount of tiny little bulbs I've been through over the years! If th...
By: Doodyideas

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 23:57:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Zombie-Attack-Easy-to-build/
Zombie Attack! Easy to build! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ0/JLVV/HFD176XY/FZ0JLVVHFD176XY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ0/JLVV/HFD176XY/FZ0JLVVHFD176XY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ0/JLVV/HFD176XY/FZ0JLVVHFD176XY.SMALL.jpg simonfrfr Hello, I am here, presenting you, another project, which is low in cost, that is easy to build. Zombies are attacking, and you need a way to defend against them, so you decide to build the zombie rifle to defend against Zombies. Overall, this project is a low cost, quick build. Most if not all of th...
By: simonfrfr

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 19:13:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-Light-Painting-Spirographs/
Making Light Painting Spirographs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTK/I366/H5IRWA4O/FTKI366H5IRWA4O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTK/I366/H5IRWA4O/FTKI366H5IRWA4O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTK/I366/H5IRWA4O/FTKI366H5IRWA4O.SMALL.jpg nkraus1 In this instructable I will show you how to make light painting spirographs, which are one of my favorite techniques in light painting. First of all I do not take credit for this idea, I know it has been done long before my time, but I feel the necessity to spread it further. You will also need to ...
By: nkraus1

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 13 Apr 2013 23:26:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Plane-in-a-Globe-Hacking-A-PIR-Sensor-To-Do-Your/
Plane in a Globe - Hacking A PIR Sensor To Do Your Bidding - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBG/GEXY/HFD0Z846/FBGGEXYHFD0Z846.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBG/GEXY/HFD0Z846/FBGGEXYHFD0Z846.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBG/GEXY/HFD0Z846/FBGGEXYHFD0Z846.SMALL.jpg lonesoulsurfer Hi All. Ever had an idea pop into your head and you can't stop thinking about it?  Well my idea was to have a tiny plane spinning inside a light bulb, activated by a sensor!  Yes I know - not much of an idea but there it is.  First I prowled the internet trying to find the right type of sensor and...
By: lonesoulsurfer

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 04:44:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Thing-light-please/
"Thing", light please! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBR/LPPW/HFD1FPHQ/FBRLPPWHFD1FPHQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBR/LPPW/HFD1FPHQ/FBRLPPWHFD1FPHQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBR/LPPW/HFD1FPHQ/FBRLPPWHFD1FPHQ.SMALL.jpg fraz75 A nice chandelier inspired Thing of the Addams family. A hand reaches out from a mysterious box in the ceiling and holding a light bulb. I love this idea! Now I'll try to explain how I realize it. Realization of the hand First, I am dedicated to the realization of "Thing" and I used the techni...
By: fraz75

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2013 15:11:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tetris-Lamp/
Tetris Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2A/8EUG/HF244IPY/F2A8EUGHF244IPY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2A/8EUG/HF244IPY/F2A8EUGHF244IPY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2A/8EUG/HF244IPY/F2A8EUGHF244IPY.SMALL.jpg lindarose92 I created this lamp in honor of one of my favorite video games, Tetris. I must admit that I am not a big video game player, but this game is so famous that almost everybody knows it, including me! :D This lampshade is very easy to make and you can simply throw it away and change it whenever you get...
By: lindarose92

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 9 Apr 2013 16:25:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-DIY-Bent-Plywood-Light-Fixtues/
Easy DIY Bent Plywood Light Fixtues( NO Steaming, laminating or kerf cuts!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/22Q3/HFBK9ZC3/F7Z22Q3HFBK9ZC3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/22Q3/HFBK9ZC3/F7Z22Q3HFBK9ZC3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/22Q3/HFBK9ZC3/F7Z22Q3HFBK9ZC3.SMALL.jpg shazni Why are light fixtures so expensive ....for the life of me I can't understand the exorbitant prices of some light shades. I have never had a reason to buy a shade( cause I lived in places which already had some...and since I didn't own the house..I had no reason to change them)....so I was totally u...
By: shazni

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2013 01:07:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tres-lamp/
Tres lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F81/BB24/HFBK6Y8K/F81BB24HFBK6Y8K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F81/BB24/HFBK6Y8K/F81BB24HFBK6Y8K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F81/BB24/HFBK6Y8K/F81BB24HFBK6Y8K.SMALL.jpg timwikander For my third project as an Instructables Artist in Residence, I set out to design a simple yet sturdy desk lamp that almost anyone could make.  Drawing inspiration from scrap project materials and Hoang M Nguyen's "Lampfire", Tres Lamp is a customizable lamp that can be constructed with the most bas...
By: timwikander

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 9 Apr 2013 20:21:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Platonic-Solid-bike-light-fixture/
Platonic Solid bike light fixture - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/4KXC/HF23XNKU/FFE4KXCHF23XNKU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/4KXC/HF23XNKU/FFE4KXCHF23XNKU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/4KXC/HF23XNKU/FFE4KXCHF23XNKU.SMALL.jpg BradNiedt This instructable will show you how to make a platonic solid bike light fixture for a Bontrager "Glo" bike light.  This project began as a way to meld my passion for biking, geometry, and art. I remixed a platonic solid design created by WilliamAAdams from thingiverse to create the fixtures. The li...
By: BradNiedt

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Apr 2013 14:31:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Tree-Lights/
Solar Tree Lights - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/47KK/HF23PTW2/F7Z47KKHF23PTW2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/47KK/HF23PTW2/F7Z47KKHF23PTW2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/47KK/HF23PTW2/F7Z47KKHF23PTW2.SMALL.jpg MidnightMaker This Instructable shows how to turn solar powered pathway lights into solar powered tree lights. It's not always convenient or safe to to run AC extension cords all over the garden to power lighted decorations. Solar powered lights carry their own power source with them and can be hung anywhere they...
By: MidnightMaker

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 3 Apr 2013 18:38:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fairy-in-a-Bottle-1/
Fairy in a Bottle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/5SXT/HF23T186/FOD5SXTHF23T186.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/5SXT/HF23T186/FOD5SXTHF23T186.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/5SXT/HF23T186/FOD5SXTHF23T186.SMALL.jpg kenkaniff Do you have issues with dying a lot? or do you just happen to want something nice on your mantle? Either way, this instructable might be for you! Based off of the designs used in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Majora's Mask, I bring you the fairy in a bottle. This cute little guy features...
By: kenkaniff

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 3 Apr 2013 17:25:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Spiral-Lamp/
Spiral Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKG/3YDL/HEXSSEZT/FKG3YDLHEXSSEZT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKG/3YDL/HEXSSEZT/FKG3YDLHEXSSEZT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKG/3YDL/HEXSSEZT/FKG3YDLHEXSSEZT.SMALL.jpg lindarose92 After a few weeks without any idea that I really liked, I am finally back with this spiral lamp!  I was in the middle of upholstering a chair in the basement, when I found a bag full of old wood dowels that my father didn't need anymore. I have never really worked with wood but I always wished I co...
By: lindarose92

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 2 Apr 2013 12:32:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Dining-Room-Light-When-you-cant-afford-it-MAKE/
Dining Room Light - When you can't afford it, MAKE IT! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/LJ66/HET1EUA1/F96LJ66HET1EUA1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/LJ66/HET1EUA1/F96LJ66HET1EUA1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/LJ66/HET1EUA1/F96LJ66HET1EUA1.SMALL.jpg jmitch77 After I completed the Garage door table, my wife and I wanted to shed some light on it.  The fixture we had was something I had installed when I built our dining room addition several years ago.  It needed replaced with a more "interesting" look - one that would match the table.  The light we liked ...
By: jmitch77

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 2 Apr 2013 11:38:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Thermoelectric-Fan-Driven-by-a-Candle/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAL/IAK8/HEXSGBOS/FALIAK8HEXSGBOS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAL/IAK8/HEXSGBOS/FALIAK8HEXSGBOS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAL/IAK8/HEXSGBOS/FALIAK8HEXSGBOS.SMALL.jpg Joohansson A Thermoelectric generator powered by a tealight. It started as an experiment of how much power I could get from one candle. But I liked the idea and it worked really well so I built this electric-mechanical ornament. I did not use a high temperature TEG-module, but instead a cheap TEC-module. That ...
By: Joohansson

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Mar 2013 03:04:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/ice-lamp/
ice lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/N7ZO/HEQEG1PD/FZTN7ZOHEQEG1PD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/N7ZO/HEQEG1PD/FZTN7ZOHEQEG1PD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/N7ZO/HEQEG1PD/FZTN7ZOHEQEG1PD.SMALL.jpg lockershop (I have entered this for the "lamps and lighting" contest so If you think it is worthy of a vote I would be really grateful if you supported me in the contest ) Having seen some images of the Ice Hotel in Sweden I was inspired to make a fully functioning lamp entirely out of ice. After quite a few ...
By: lockershop

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Mar 2013 14:15:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Blue-Glass-Mulery-Wood-Table/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/Y4KV/HET0QX3E/FZMY4KVHET0QX3E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/Y4KV/HET0QX3E/FZMY4KVHET0QX3E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/Y4KV/HET0QX3E/FZMY4KVHET0QX3E.SMALL.jpg NelsonStudios This was a project based around a specific slab of rare wood.  Finding Mulberry the size of these slabs in Montana requires decades and decades of ridged pruning to force the tree to stay low and get big.  Who knows how many pies this old girl provided her family before succumbing to old age.  This ...
By: NelsonStudios

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Mar 2013 07:44:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-Rocket-Fuel-With-Kitchen-Chemistry/
Making Rocket Fuel With Kitchen Chemistry! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/HZZB/HEKLLVUZ/F4IHZZBHEKLLVUZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/HZZB/HEKLLVUZ/F4IHZZBHEKLLVUZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/HZZB/HEKLLVUZ/F4IHZZBHEKLLVUZ.SMALL.jpg The King of Random Today we're doing some kitchen chemistry using common household items.  This is the type of cooking that gets me excited, because I'm experimenting with recipes for solid-state rocket fuel. www.thekingofrandom.com Watch The Video! WARNING: This project should not be attempted without adult...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 22 Mar 2013 11:52:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/A-fully-3D-printable-GlaDOS-Robotic-ceiling-arm-la/
A fully 3D printable GlaDOS Robotic ceiling arm lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZZ/PDWY/HEI41FEG/FZZPDWYHEI41FEG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZZ/PDWY/HEI41FEG/FZZPDWYHEI41FEG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZZ/PDWY/HEI41FEG/FZZPDWYHEI41FEG.SMALL.jpg dragonator In this instructable I will show you how to make a fully 3D printable GlaDOS from Portal (1 and 2), that is also a lamp and can be converted into a robotic arm (how much cooler does it get), With a superled in the eye (this much cooler). Go watch it immediately: This was first intended to be a...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 20 Mar 2013 13:37:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Controlling-a-SaikoLED-myki-or-Arduino-Leonardo-/
Controlling a SaikoLED myki (or Arduino Leonardo) with a Simple Button Box -- using the ICSP header - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/U974/HEBNAKYP/FBDU974HEBNAKYP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/U974/HEBNAKYP/FBDU974HEBNAKYP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/U974/HEBNAKYP/FBDU974HEBNAKYP.SMALL.jpg dmt Welcome! Today we're going to explain how to build a controller with 3 buttons that connects directly to an Arduino Leonardo-compatible board--in this case, the myki light from SaikoLED. More information on the Leonardo is available here and in this Instructable. You will need the following tools: ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 20 Mar 2013 06:29:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Photon-Flower-That-Lights-Up-When-You-Water/
Make a Photon Flower That Lights Up When You Water It with Lemon Juice - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU1/SZPX/HEI4FD4F/FU1SZPXHEI4FD4F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU1/SZPX/HEI4FD4F/FU1SZPXHEI4FD4F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU1/SZPX/HEI4FD4F/FU1SZPXHEI4FD4F.SMALL.jpg lclarkberg Have you ever made a battery out of a lemon? If you poke a copper wire into a lemon and poke a zinc-coated nail in next to it, you can measure with a voltmeter that the lemon produces between 0.5 and 1 volt. The copper is the "cathode", or positive end of the battery, the zinc is the "anode", or neg...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 20 Mar 2013 08:18:26 PDT 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 ...
By: boston09

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Mar 2013 22:01:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Mind-Gear-Lighted-Wall-Fixture/
Mind Gear Lighted Wall Fixture - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX7/YI4I/HEBNO16H/FX7YI4IHEBNO16H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX7/YI4I/HEBNO16H/FX7YI4IHEBNO16H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX7/YI4I/HEBNO16H/FX7YI4IHEBNO16H.SMALL.jpg Tarun Upadhyaya Hello Instructables Lovers :-), Recently I had to get my wrist watch repaired as it fell down from stairs. Guess what, it was a small misalignment of a watch gear, so the watch guy repaired it in front of me. He used a a small lamp to see details inside the watch  and while I was watching it with c...
By: Tarun Upadhyaya

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Mar 2013 01:20:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Ruby-the-Red-LED-Plushie-Mod/
Ruby the Red LED Plushie Mod - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSU/X5X4/HEBNH2IE/FSUX5X4HEBNH2IE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSU/X5X4/HEBNH2IE/FSUX5X4HEBNH2IE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSU/X5X4/HEBNH2IE/FSUX5X4HEBNH2IE.SMALL.jpg caitlinsdad Awww, You make me blush. Wouldn't it be cool to animate your Adafruit Circuit Playground electronic component plushie? I have Ruby the Red LED plushie. I wanted it to light up and have it respond to sound.  Here  is an easy mod to get that done. Sorry, no lasers this time. Probably wouldn't really ...
By: caitlinsdad

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 16 Mar 2013 21:14:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Ikea-Rutbo-turned-Wood-Veneer-Pendant/
Ikea Rutbo turned Wood Veneer Pendant - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Z/DQSX/HEBNH841/F2ZDQSXHEBNH841.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Z/DQSX/HEBNH841/F2ZDQSXHEBNH841.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Z/DQSX/HEBNH841/F2ZDQSXHEBNH841.SMALL.jpg pbarton1 The paper coverings on some of Ikea’s lighting can look dated or worn after a while. But I saw an opportunity to turn a “Last Chance” Rutbo Pendant into a wood veneer pendant lamp to hang over our dining table. I like the warmth that wood provides to a modern home. But many of the nice looking wood ...
By: pbarton1

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Mar 2013 18:03:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Geared-Candleholder/
Geared Candleholder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUF/85O0/HE7CMKCU/FUF85O0HE7CMKCU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUF/85O0/HE7CMKCU/FUF85O0HE7CMKCU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUF/85O0/HE7CMKCU/FUF85O0HE7CMKCU.SMALL.jpg tinkertinker This project is a candleholder with three gears and parallel action arms which move the candles up and down at different rates.It is made from aluminum plate and uses tea lights or small floating candles. The design and the variable gearing make it a playful device. Marking and cutting the Gears ...
By: tinkertinker

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Mar 2013 21:53:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Elegant-Interchangeable-Color-Ambience-Lamp-Using/
Elegant Interchangeable Color Ambience Lamp. Using dining mats, very easy to make. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7N/9B56/HE7D2DP3/F7N9B56HE7D2DP3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7N/9B56/HE7D2DP3/F7N9B56HE7D2DP3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7N/9B56/HE7D2DP3/F7N9B56HE7D2DP3.SMALL.jpg Tarun Upadhyaya Hello Instructables Fellows, I think I am being obsessed with lights and things which can be used to create awesome light effects. This time it is a very easy to make but elegant, stylish looking table ambience lamp. Believe me it's really easy. All you need is just some wooden or bamboo dining tab...
By: Tarun Upadhyaya

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 13 Mar 2013 05:07:39 PDT 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...
By: Muhaiminah Faiz

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 13 Mar 2013 09:17:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/RGB-Spoon-Light/
RGB Spoon Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOV/S5ZY/HE7D9CA8/FOVS5ZYHE7D9CA8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOV/S5ZY/HE7D9CA8/FOVS5ZYHE7D9CA8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOV/S5ZY/HE7D9CA8/FOVS5ZYHE7D9CA8.SMALL.jpg LostRite What is a spoon lamp? This is a spoon lamp. Only because I don't know what else to call it.  It is made from the remains of decapitated spoons and a plastic water bottle with a light inside. Really simple to make, really cheap to find supplies, really entertaining to make and watch. This version li...
By: LostRite

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 12 Mar 2013 12:35:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Twinkling-Patterned-Lamp-Shade/
Twinkling Patterned Lamp Shade - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGK/HHZ4/HDYZC51S/FGKHHZ4HDYZC51S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGK/HHZ4/HDYZC51S/FGKHHZ4HDYZC51S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGK/HHZ4/HDYZC51S/FGKHHZ4HDYZC51S.SMALL.jpg Muhaiminah Faiz I didn't know crafting lamp shade would be this much fun, even last week I had no plan of making one. but now I have tons of ideas for lamp shades! Anyways, I tried to make a different lamp shade this time. It turned out to be really sweet and gentle. This ible will show how to make a twinkling patt...
By: Muhaiminah Faiz

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 11 Mar 2013 06:12:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Affordable-Portable-Light-table/
Recycled, Affordable, Portable Light table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLR/8ZMP/HDYZDSCB/FLR8ZMPHDYZDSCB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLR/8ZMP/HDYZDSCB/FLR8ZMPHDYZDSCB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLR/8ZMP/HDYZDSCB/FLR8ZMPHDYZDSCB.SMALL.jpg nickneubrand As an art major I wanted a portable light/drafting table and couldn't find one that would be cost effective so I made this: Materials: -2 1/4" Outer Diameter Cardboard tubes: Ask local print shops if they have extras from their paper rolls. (Most places just throw these things out, theres really ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Mar 2013 15:14:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-your-own-LED-ring-for-dremel/
Make your own LED ring for dremel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1A/A9EO/HDYUDBF6/F1AA9EOHDYUDBF6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1A/A9EO/HDYUDBF6/F1AA9EOHDYUDBF6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1A/A9EO/HDYUDBF6/F1AA9EOHDYUDBF6.SMALL.jpg pinomelean Sometimes, when i'm drilling a PCB with my dremel, it shadows all the area below, making my  job too difficult. A long time ago i saw in Hack a day a light for macro in a camera and I thought it can be a good idea to use a led ring with the dremel to light up the working area under it. Materials ...
By: pinomelean

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 7 Mar 2013 06:20:43 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/One-Lamp-Multiple-Shades-easily-changeable/
One Lamp, Multiple Shades! (easily changeable) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F18/K66U/HE07P5CV/F18K66UHE07P5CV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F18/K66U/HE07P5CV/F18K66UHE07P5CV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F18/K66U/HE07P5CV/F18K66UHE07P5CV.SMALL.jpg Muhaiminah Faiz You can make anything out of cardboard! If you start listing them it won't come to an end. Cardboard have become quite popular in crafting lampshades, so I thought I'd give it a try. I always try to craft simple things and make the instructions as easy as possible. Anyways, this cardboard lampshade ...
By: Muhaiminah Faiz

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 9 Mar 2013 08:00:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Acrylic-flowers-of-SMD-LEDs/
Acrylic flowers of SMD LEDs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/A9H7/HE07P08Z/F7PA9H7HE07P08Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/A9H7/HE07P08Z/F7PA9H7HE07P08Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/A9H7/HE07P08Z/F7PA9H7HE07P08Z.SMALL.jpg chrlilje We got a load of free SMD LEDs, and I wanted to test how it looked embedded in acrylic.  Using the laser cutter, I made holes in the acrylic to fit the LEDs.  The LEDs have the pads on the ends, and are slightly longer (3.5 mm) than the acrylic is thick (3.2 mm).  Because the connector pads of the...
By: chrlilje

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Mar 2013 16:24:36 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Handmade-Bamboo-Lantern-Using-old-bamboo-blinds/
Handmade Bamboo Lantern. Using old bamboo blinds. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F57/TRFT/HDYZ6QLH/F57TRFTHDYZ6QLH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F57/TRFT/HDYZ6QLH/F57TRFTHDYZ6QLH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F57/TRFT/HDYZ6QLH/F57TRFTHDYZ6QLH.SMALL.jpg Tarun Upadhyaya Dear Fellows, This is like a dream come true, I had always been so much amazed by artwork & furniture made using Bamboo and kept wondering how this strong grass (yes, it is a grass) can be bend to make so many beautiful shapes. Believe it or not, at the back of my house, there is a giant bamboo tre...
By: Tarun Upadhyaya

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Mar 2013 02:26:00 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Photo-Light-Studio-for-small-reflective-objects-su/
Photo Light Studio for small reflective objects such as Jewelry :) Cheap, Portable, Recycled Materials, and best of all, it REALLY works!!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKM/WMDC/HDYZ64SL/FKMWMDCHDYZ64SL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKM/WMDC/HDYZ64SL/FKMWMDCHDYZ64SL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKM/WMDC/HDYZ64SL/FKMWMDCHDYZ64SL.SMALL.jpg picturesofsilver Five years after learning how to make fine silver and bronze jewelry, opening my own etsy shop, purchasing a Paragon jewelry kiln, all the tools, an OTT light, and  a Canon Rebel, I was finally getting ready to invest in a light box to properly photograph the reflective little beauties. I googled 'm...
By: picturesofsilver

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