Instructables: exploring - Plastic http://www.instructables.com Tue, 21 May 2013 10:11:31 PDT BLOX v1.01 Use Plastic Bottle as a Locker http://www.instructables.com/id/Use-Plastic-Bottle-as-a-Locker/
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Mon, 20 May 2013 23:39:05 PDT
Resistor Color Code Clock http://www.instructables.com/id/Resistor-Color-Code-Clock/
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Thu, 16 May 2013 16:53:44 PDT
Plastic Bag Knife Handle http://www.instructables.com/id/Plastic-Bag-Knife-Handle/
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Thu, 9 May 2013 22:23:40 PDT
how to make you motorbike plastics look like new http://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-make-you-motorbike-plastics-look-like-new/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5C/HA6A/HGG47A8G/F5CHA6AHGG47A8G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5C/HA6A/HGG47A8G/F5CHA6AHGG47A8G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5C/HA6A/HGG47A8G/F5CHA6AHGG47A8G.SMALL.jpg danbranxl watch this youtube video on how to sand back you motorbike plastics and make them look like new for 5$ not 300$ and please subscribe to my chanal
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Tue, 7 May 2013 23:34:46 PDT
DIY Plastic Finger Picks http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Plastic-Finger-Picks/
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Sat, 4 May 2013 16:21:53 PDT
How To Make Small Parts With Your 3D Printer http://www.instructables.com/id/Use-Your-3D-Printer-As-An-Injection-Molder/
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Thu, 2 May 2013 15:30:15 PDT
Lamp Clock (or Clock Lamp?) 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...
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Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:04:50 PDT
Plastic bottle birdhouse http://www.instructables.com/id/Plastic-bottle-birdhouse/
Plastic bottle birdhouse - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/31HD/HFSH7A08/FUN31HDHFSH7A08.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/31HD/HFSH7A08/FUN31HDHFSH7A08.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/31HD/HFSH7A08/FUN31HDHFSH7A08.SMALL.jpg Ruud van Koningsbrugge Isn't that the best thing there is? Use your plastic waste for a bird-nursery. After your clothes have been refreshed you step out in nature and you hear the tiny squeaks of little birds housing in your former detergent bottle. It is easy to make. No special skills needed. And very basic tools. Sti...
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Mon, 29 Apr 2013 02:08:43 PDT
Adjustable thin 10-inch tablet stand http://www.instructables.com/id/Adjustable-thin-10-inch-tablet-stand/
Adjustable thin 10-inch tablet stand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRX/U6ZC/HFD17ASM/FRXU6ZCHFD17ASM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRX/U6ZC/HFD17ASM/FRXU6ZCHFD17ASM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRX/U6ZC/HFD17ASM/FRXU6ZCHFD17ASM.SMALL.jpg michaelgohjs So I made a 7-inch tablet stand for myself which you can check it out here  ( http://www.instructables.com/id/Adjustable-Tablet-Stand-1/ )  and my mum liked it so much I made another one for her, but since she uses a 10-inch tablet  I made this bigger, stronger and a little cooler. This one is not q...
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Thu, 25 Apr 2013 23:01:04 PDT
Cold Air Fan from Reused Plastic Bottles http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-Cold-Air-Fan-from-Reused-Plastic-Bottles/
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Wed, 24 Apr 2013 21:26:12 PDT
Bio-plastic http://www.instructables.com/id/Bio-plastic/
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Sat, 20 Apr 2013 23:27:28 PDT
Making Rupees from Legend of Zelda http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-Rupees-from-Legend-of-Zelda/
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Wed, 17 Apr 2013 08:53:56 PDT
Adjustable Tablet Stand http://www.instructables.com/id/Adjustable-Tablet-Stand-1/
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Mon, 15 Apr 2013 07:45:55 PDT
UP 3d Printer - 1kg Spool Holder and Filament Guide http://www.instructables.com/id/UP-3d-printer-1kg-Spool-Holder-and-Filament-Guid/
UP 3d Printer - 1kg Spool Holder and Filament Guide - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYP/GKGF/HFD1JKQQ/FYPGKGFHFD1JKQQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYP/GKGF/HFD1JKQQ/FYPGKGFHFD1JKQQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYP/GKGF/HFD1JKQQ/FYPGKGFHFD1JKQQ.SMALL.jpg Mr. Noack I was really excited to try black ABS plastic on our UP 3d printer. When the spool arrived in the mail I realized that the 1 Kg spool would not fit the holder on the printer. Dilemma?? I think not. All I had to do was design and print a new holder. Jury-Rig a Temporary Holder  Before I could pri...
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Fri, 12 Apr 2013 10:18:37 PDT
Pythagorean Cup http://www.instructables.com/id/Pythagorean-Cup/
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Tue, 9 Apr 2013 00:01:15 PDT
Mp5k V3 http://www.instructables.com/id/Mp5k-V3/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ9/RYGO/HF23MW5D/FQ9RYGOHF23MW5D.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ9/RYGO/HF23MW5D/FQ9RYGOHF23MW5D.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ9/RYGO/HF23MW5D/FQ9RYGOHF23MW5D.SMALL.jpg Johnhall44 This is probably going to be the last big update to this gun.It is getting about 45ft is around 12in. long, 7in. tall and 5 connectors wide. This gun uses a different trigger mech that dr. richtofen designed for this and I modified to fit better. Please leave a comment below about what parts you lik...
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Sat, 6 Apr 2013 10:48:13 PDT
35mm in a 120 camera. Budget of nothing. http://www.instructables.com/id/35mm-in-a-120-camera-Budget-of-nothing/
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Fri, 5 Apr 2013 22:18:31 PDT
Project C http://www.instructables.com/id/Project-C/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAM/3TUR/HF23WFVO/FAM3TURHF23WFVO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAM/3TUR/HF23WFVO/FAM3TURHF23WFVO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAM/3TUR/HF23WFVO/FAM3TURHF23WFVO.SMALL.jpg Johnhall44 This is a pistol I made a long time ago that shoots red connectors and held 3 rounds in a removable mag. The main idea was to experiment with a different types of ammunition. On average it was getting a 25 ft range and was not fun to get shot by. At some point in the future I will be updating this t...
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Tue, 2 Apr 2013 10:57:02 PDT
Tactical shotgun http://www.instructables.com/id/Tactical-shotgun/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/W1VM/HF23WFTK/FZ6W1VMHF23WFTK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/W1VM/HF23WFTK/FZ6W1VMHF23WFTK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/W1VM/HF23WFTK/FZ6W1VMHF23WFTK.SMALL.jpg Johnhall44 This is one of my guns from the past that I never posted because I lost it in my archive of knex guns and just refound it. It had a mag capacity of 8-9 rounds is 15.25in. long and 5.5in. high. pro's compact it's a shotgun 40ft range long ram pull unique con's trigger isn't the best reloading
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Tue, 2 Apr 2013 10:57:02 PDT
Emergency Unisex Urinal! http://www.instructables.com/id/Emergency-Unisex-Urinal/
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Sat, 30 Mar 2013 12:53:35 PDT
Easy Compact Brush Carrier http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Compact-Brush-Carrier/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSY/BN3N/HET0ZWNO/FSYBN3NHET0ZWNO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSY/BN3N/HET0ZWNO/FSYBN3NHET0ZWNO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSY/BN3N/HET0ZWNO/FSYBN3NHET0ZWNO.SMALL.jpg rhoddity Here's a quick one! If you're like me and you like to paint away from home, but don't have a safe way to transport your brushes, you can use just take an empty M&M's Mini's tube, cut your brushes to length, and pop them inside! Quick and easy, you can take your brushes on the road, and they easily ...
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Sat, 30 Mar 2013 12:18:21 PDT
Cable Tie Mesh Piece http://www.instructables.com/id/Cable-Tie-Mesh-Piece/
Cable Tie Mesh Piece - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCX/D3JB/HERLV5GG/FCXD3JBHERLV5GG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCX/D3JB/HERLV5GG/FCXD3JBHERLV5GG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCX/D3JB/HERLV5GG/FCXD3JBHERLV5GG.SMALL.jpg theKANG I love working with unconventional materials, and the hardware store is a treasure trove of inspiration. In this Instructable, I'm showing a really simple (and cheap!) way of creating a dramatic art piece combining cable ties and mesh. I've been fiddling with cable ties for a few years now. I mainl...
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Wed, 27 Mar 2013 05:54:21 PDT
Mini greenhouse with plastic egg carton http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-greenhouse-with-plastic-egg-carton/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP6/CI74/HEI41K3E/FP6CI74HEI41K3E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP6/CI74/HEI41K3E/FP6CI74HEI41K3E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP6/CI74/HEI41K3E/FP6CI74HEI41K3E.SMALL.jpg a_abbond How to make stalk-able mini greenhouses out of plastic egg cartons. Perfect for window sills The images explains it pretty well, but in case someone wants the instructions, here they are: 1- eat all eggs 2- separate the end piece (with egg shapes) 3- make small holes at the bottom of the egg-shape...
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Fri, 22 Mar 2013 14:10:39 PDT
How to make glue from recycled expanded polystyrene (styrofoam) http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-glue-from-recycled-expanded-polystyren/
How to make glue from recycled expanded polystyrene (styrofoam) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3T/55S4/HEI41FCM/F3T55S4HEI41FCM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3T/55S4/HEI41FCM/F3T55S4HEI41FCM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3T/55S4/HEI41FCM/F3T55S4HEI41FCM.SMALL.jpg plateswithsirtan Discarded polystyrene does not biodegrade for hundreds of years and is resistant to photolysis, thus finding ways to recycle it would be helpful minimizing the damage caused by this material. By turning styro into a well-functioning glue using a few simple materials and following a few easy steps, ...
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Wed, 20 Mar 2013 10:48:30 PDT
Make your iPad louder with SUGRU! http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-your-iPad-louder-with-SUGRU/
Make your iPad louder with SUGRU! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/XORI/HE7D9CWG/FZXXORIHE7D9CWG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/XORI/HE7D9CWG/FZXXORIHE7D9CWG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/XORI/HE7D9CWG/FZXXORIHE7D9CWG.SMALL.jpg sivhead A device to increase the sound of your iPad. For use when the tiny rear facing speaker just isn't enough. Find Find a piece of plastic you would otherwise recycle. In this case it is a jelly container. Cut Cut the plastic to fit behind the iPad's rear facing speaker. Add Add sugru arms hugg...
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Tue, 12 Mar 2013 12:53:25 PDT
Non-Toxic Lava Lamp http://www.instructables.com/id/Non-Toxic-Lava-Lamp/
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Tue, 5 Mar 2013 17:23:00 PST
Cloud lamp/nightlight http://www.instructables.com/id/Cloud-lampnightlight/
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Mon, 4 Mar 2013 14:03:08 PST
How to Make a Solder Buddy (from sheet plastic) http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Solder-Buddy-from-sheet-plastic/
How to Make a Solder Buddy (from sheet plastic) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEM/YMVK/HDRS63NA/FEMYMVKHDRS63NA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEM/YMVK/HDRS63NA/FEMYMVKHDRS63NA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEM/YMVK/HDRS63NA/FEMYMVKHDRS63NA.SMALL.jpg Hey Jude [UPDATE - Please vote (near the title, on the right) for this in the UP! Contest, as it would enable me to design a Mark II Solder Buddy in CAD and put it online for others to 3D Print. Future videos would show design progression from ABS Plastic - and hopefully demonstrate some of the more professi...
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Sun, 3 Mar 2013 14:40:59 PST
Plastic bottle bird http://www.instructables.com/id/Plastic-bottle-bird/
Plastic bottle bird - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/BYBY/HDOVUVNK/FUNBYBYHDOVUVNK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/BYBY/HDOVUVNK/FUNBYBYHDOVUVNK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/BYBY/HDOVUVNK/FUNBYBYHDOVUVNK.SMALL.jpg Ruud van Koningsbrugge Reuse old empty plastic bottles as objects d'art. Look for plastic detergent bottles with a handle. Preferably not PET but HDPE, with a little 2 or 4 on the bottom. "the greasy kind of plastic". You will need some scissors, a knife, some tie-wraps, a small woodblock, two screws, acrylic primer ( I u...
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Sat, 2 Mar 2013 15:40:27 PST
A simple birdhouse, recycled materials http://www.instructables.com/id/A-simple-birdhouse-recycled-materials/
A simple birdhouse, recycled materials - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/O8FB/HDP32CUM/FRCO8FBHDP32CUM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/O8FB/HDP32CUM/FRCO8FBHDP32CUM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/O8FB/HDP32CUM/FRCO8FBHDP32CUM.SMALL.jpg janecandy i got bored today and since it was so fun and  sunny outside i thought of making something nice for the chirping dozen of birdies that always come around my garden to hang out, feed and play. what you need: old (5liter) plastic bottle, canister white paper (or whatever color you want) clear tape s...
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Thu, 28 Feb 2013 08:47:19 PST
Build The Matrix "Auto-Shotgun", A Cool Nerf Version. http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-The-Matrix-Auto-Shotgun-A-Cool-Nerf-Versi/
Build The Matrix "Auto-Shotgun", A Cool Nerf Version. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOV/JKMH/H0OJ6106/FOVJKMHH0OJ6106.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOV/JKMH/H0OJ6106/FOVJKMHH0OJ6106.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOV/JKMH/H0OJ6106/FOVJKMHH0OJ6106.SMALL.jpg Attmos   Second Note-  I know I look pretty shaggy in the video. I had just finish building, hadn't shaved in a few days and was too exited to show off my gun to go make myself look better.  Also, I apologize for fliping the bird.  I lost my index finger in a ta...
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Mon, 25 Feb 2013 11:30:38 PST
How to get permanent marker off of a plastic folder http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-get-permanent-marker-off-of-a-plastic-folde/
How to get permanent marker off of a plastic folder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCE/BN24/HD4VFY6D/FCEBN24HD4VFY6D.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCE/BN24/HD4VFY6D/FCEBN24HD4VFY6D.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCE/BN24/HD4VFY6D/FCEBN24HD4VFY6D.SMALL.jpg sgfidlin In this instructable i will show you how to get permanent marker off of a plastic folder. Materials -dry erase marker (black) -warm water -paper towel  Color over the permanent marker with a dry erase marker. Soak the paper towel with warm water. Then wipe the dry erase marker off . D...
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Tue, 19 Feb 2013 14:47:33 PST
Recycled Owl Organizer http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Owl-Organizer/
Recycled Owl Organizer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2M/WDHI/HD8S24WK/F2MWDHIHD8S24WK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2M/WDHI/HD8S24WK/F2MWDHIHD8S24WK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2M/WDHI/HD8S24WK/F2MWDHIHD8S24WK.SMALL.jpg chaines3 My name is Talya Martin, I am 9 years old and some day, I want to be an artist. My stepmom told me about this contest because we like doing crafts together, so we looked around at our supplies and got inspired to make these cool owl organizers out of a recycled soap bottle and some materials we had ...
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Tue, 19 Feb 2013 09:13:58 PST
Milk Bottle Caps Redux http://www.instructables.com/id/Milk-Bottle-Caps-Redux/
Milk Bottle Caps Redux - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/IUIR/HD7TZRNL/FPWIUIRHD7TZRNL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/IUIR/HD7TZRNL/FPWIUIRHD7TZRNL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/IUIR/HD7TZRNL/FPWIUIRHD7TZRNL.SMALL.gif gaschult If you drink milk at all, then your throwing away some easy to recycle plastic that you could use of other projects. Start collecting them, and you'd be surprised how soon you'll have enough to make your own brick of plastic. This is the number "4" type plastic. Fondue Melt Pot I've had this fond...
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Mon, 18 Feb 2013 13:10:08 PST
Mini Flipper Crossbow http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-Flipper-Crossbow/
Mini Flipper Crossbow - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZH/C20U/HD4VLYQL/FZHC20UHD4VLYQL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZH/C20U/HD4VLYQL/FZHC20UHD4VLYQL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZH/C20U/HD4VLYQL/FZHC20UHD4VLYQL.SMALL.jpg Nosliwx123 Here is the Mini Flipper Crossbow its not really a how to make as the whole bow assembly is printed on a (UP!) The Bow its consist of 2 wings and a body. I added notch to tie the stings on to. Body I use Ice-Cream sticks to make the body and I stain it with a brown marker then use superglue ...
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Sat, 16 Feb 2013 08:28:25 PST
3D Printed 1911 http://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Printed-1911/
3D Printed 1911 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNX/NQYP/HD7TJW8Q/FNXNQYPHD7TJW8Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNX/NQYP/HD7TJW8Q/FNXNQYPHD7TJW8Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNX/NQYP/HD7TJW8Q/FNXNQYPHD7TJW8Q.SMALL.jpg mangomango I ACTUALLY TRIED TO HAVE THIS DELETED.  IT WAS NOT UNTIL I SAW IN MY EMAIL THAT THIS HAD BEEN FEATURED THAT I REALIZED THIS INSTRUCTABLE STILL EXISTED.  I SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED THE CLIP AND EJECTION LIKE I PLANNED BUT I FEARED IT LOOKED TOO REAL.  ON TOP OF THAT, MY SCHOOL SHUT THE PROJECT DOWN AND...
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Fri, 15 Feb 2013 18:36:03 PST
My airsoft L96. http://www.instructables.com/id/My-airsoft-L96/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/AP1U/HD4VF2HP/F7LAP1UHD4VF2HP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/AP1U/HD4VF2HP/F7LAP1UHD4VF2HP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/AP1U/HD4VF2HP/F7LAP1UHD4VF2HP.SMALL.jpg Johnhall44 Well I have been getting into airsoft more recently and got an airsoft utg mk96. Its a very nice gun, it shoots 540 fps and weighs over 10 lbs. The paint on the action isn't the best but it works, also its a little bit front heavy. Some time I will need to post the accuracy when I have a good, nonwi...
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Fri, 15 Feb 2013 15:02:05 PST
Tutu Lamp http://www.instructables.com/id/Tutu-Lamp/
Tutu Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9V/EU7D/HCV97M9P/F9VEU7DHCV97M9P.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9V/EU7D/HCV97M9P/F9VEU7DHCV97M9P.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9V/EU7D/HCV97M9P/F9VEU7DHCV97M9P.SMALL.jpg lindarose92 I bet that you can't imagine what this lamp is made of! Just like all the things I do, this lamp is made with materials that all of you have in your house. Newspapers and plastic bags, completely upcycled! Don't worry, it's not as hard as you may think! :) Tear a page of newspaper into many litt...
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Thu, 7 Feb 2013 16:39:14 PST
Shaping/Molding acrylic with a router http://www.instructables.com/id/Creating-an-acrylic-ring-with-a-router-including-/
Shaping/Molding acrylic with a router - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYZ/EDNV/HCJOGL63/FYZEDNVHCJOGL63.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYZ/EDNV/HCJOGL63/FYZEDNVHCJOGL63.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYZ/EDNV/HCJOGL63/FYZEDNVHCJOGL63.SMALL.jpg bricabracwizard I managed to acquire some large sheets of very thick acrylic for next to nothing ($15).  I wanted to create a ring of lights for a steampunk/gothic display cabinet I am making.  The best thing about this project is that I found acrylic is very easy to shape/mould with a router - have a look at the r...
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Mon, 4 Feb 2013 19:47:31 PST
How to Make a Plastic Flower from Junk Plastic Pieces http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Plastic-Flower-from-Junk-Plastic-Pie/
How to Make a Plastic Flower from Junk Plastic Pieces - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/STDS/HCJOEGL3/FA9STDSHCJOEGL3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/STDS/HCJOEGL3/FA9STDSHCJOEGL3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/STDS/HCJOEGL3/FA9STDSHCJOEGL3.SMALL.jpg jwill1 I am going to show you how to make a plastic flower from scrape pieces lying around. Things You Need All you need is: Junk Plastic Pieces- You need to have green for the stem, a different color for the petals, and something for the middle. Models Glue Petal Template Dremel Tool Dremel Tool Bits S...
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Sat, 2 Feb 2013 10:23:46 PST
Plastic Bag Sundress http://www.instructables.com/id/Plastic-Bag-Sundress/
Plastic Bag Sundress - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7X/I4ZP/HCB8RCZR/F7XI4ZPHCB8RCZR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7X/I4ZP/HCB8RCZR/F7XI4ZPHCB8RCZR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7X/I4ZP/HCB8RCZR/F7XI4ZPHCB8RCZR.SMALL.jpg mollymerida This is what your "bag dress" will look like when it is done. Something quick and fun to do on a rainy day! Warning, it is somewhat see through!  These are the materials you will need for this project. A lot of plastic bags, a hot glue gun, scissors, and ribbon, colorful hot glue (optional, (in ...
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Mon, 28 Jan 2013 18:21:49 PST
Sharpie Fillit //// A Refillable Sharpie Marker http://www.instructables.com/id/Sharpie-Fillit-A-Refillable-Sharpie-Marker/ http://www.instructables.com/static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.png http://www.instructables.com/static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.png http://www.instructables.com/static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif Justin Desilva Sharpie Fillit is a refillable sharpie marker aiming to reduce waste and better utilize inherit properties of plastics. The refillable insert can be replaced while the body and cap can be reused.
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Sun, 27 Jan 2013 19:26:11 PST
Compound Bow from PVC Pipe: http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Compound-Bow-from-PVC-Pipe/
Compound Bow from PVC Pipe: - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBS/LXJV/HCLBWSC0/FBSLXJVHCLBWSC0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBS/LXJV/HCLBWSC0/FBSLXJVHCLBWSC0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBS/LXJV/HCLBWSC0/FBSLXJVHCLBWSC0.SMALL.jpg Jaycub    This instructional video shows step by step how to make a compound bow from innexpensive, readily available materials. Anyone can do it if you have some patience and are willing to try. This is a good project for anyone who wants to get into archery with a compound bow but doesn't want to pay f...
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Sat, 26 Jan 2013 21:45:21 PST
Bubble World Ball Pit http://www.instructables.com/id/Ball-Pit/
Bubble World Ball Pit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHE/I0DO/HCAXG9O3/FHEI0DOHCAXG9O3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHE/I0DO/HCAXG9O3/FHEI0DOHCAXG9O3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHE/I0DO/HCAXG9O3/FHEI0DOHCAXG9O3.SMALL.jpg LaurenBroadbent What child doesn't love playing in a ball pit? Instead of going to the local "Chuck E Cheese" why not have your own in the playroom? All you need is an inflatable kiddie pool and plastic balls. Inflate pool Inflate your kiddie pool For one or two toddlers a good size pool is 48" x 10". With ...
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Sat, 19 Jan 2013 10:18:14 PST
Cabinet Door Pockets http://www.instructables.com/id/Cabinet-Door-Pockets/
Cabinet Door Pockets - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2J/GN7R/HAQ33JBJ/F2JGN7RHAQ33JBJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2J/GN7R/HAQ33JBJ/F2JGN7RHAQ33JBJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2J/GN7R/HAQ33JBJ/F2JGN7RHAQ33JBJ.SMALL.jpg lindarose92 These pockets are made especially for cabinet doors but they can also be hung on a wall if you prefer. You can use it as an organizer for postcards, letters, bills, menus, etc. I bet that everybody has paper mess somewhere...this is the right place to organize and hide it! What you need: big...
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Fri, 18 Jan 2013 10:25:40 PST
How to Make Slime (Ninja Turtle Ooze) http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Slime-Ninja-Turtle-Ooze/
How to Make Slime (Ninja Turtle Ooze) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8H/E6IT/HAQ2ZU69/F8HE6ITHAQ2ZU69.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8H/E6IT/HAQ2ZU69/F8HE6ITHAQ2ZU69.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8H/E6IT/HAQ2ZU69/F8HE6ITHAQ2ZU69.SMALL.jpg The King of Random Watch the Video! Hey, look at this! There's a broken canister of mutant ooze leaking down into the sewers! But don't worry because this sticky slime is non-toxic, and it's so easy to make, a 3 year old can do it! Watch this video to see how! Gather These Materials Inspired by Dr. Anne Helme...
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Thu, 17 Jan 2013 09:10:49 PST
Upcycled PETE Plastic Cups http://www.instructables.com/id/Upcycled-PETE-Plastic-Cups/
Upcycled PETE Plastic Cups - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/TTTB/HAQ31SHQ/FU0TTTBHAQ31SHQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/TTTB/HAQ31SHQ/FU0TTTBHAQ31SHQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/TTTB/HAQ31SHQ/FU0TTTBHAQ31SHQ.SMALL.jpg ilpug This is a little design project of mine that is very easy. All you need is a PETE soda or drink bottle of a desirable shape with a screw top, and even then the design can be tinkered with to include most any bottle. The results of this project can be stunning or commonplace, it just depends on what...
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Wed, 16 Jan 2013 17:57:59 PST
How to Make Plarn http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Plarn-3/
How to Make Plarn - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGI/2426/HBUZF0GH/FGI2426HBUZF0GH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGI/2426/HBUZF0GH/FGI2426HBUZF0GH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGI/2426/HBUZF0GH/FGI2426HBUZF0GH.SMALL.jpg annalisajoyce How to make Plarn. Plastic Yarn. Make from plastic shopping bags. Then you can use it to create something like the purse that I crocheted out of Plarn,  You will need: *Plastic shopping bags *Scissors flatten out bag collect lots of plastic shopping bags.  flatten out the bag by pulling at both ...
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Tue, 15 Jan 2013 22:04:47 PST
Lathe turned plastic bowl http://www.instructables.com/id/Lathe-turned-plastic-bowl/
Lathe turned plastic bowl - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYE/RJM9/HBFFJQHH/FYERJM9HBFFJQHH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYE/RJM9/HBFFJQHH/FYERJM9HBFFJQHH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYE/RJM9/HBFFJQHH/FYERJM9HBFFJQHH.SMALL.jpg SlickSqueegie I found a bunch of this plastic in different shapes and sizes. Im not sure what the technical name for it is, but I have seen it used in many jigs at machine shops. I posted a forum topic questioning what it is here. I had to try making a bowl. Chuck it up on your lathe This piece already had ...
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Fri, 11 Jan 2013 11:51:53 PST
Tiki-torches for everyone! http://www.instructables.com/id/Tiki-torches-for-everyone/
Tiki-torches for everyone! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUW/99BT/HBNXVANA/FUW99BTHBNXVANA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUW/99BT/HBNXVANA/FUW99BTHBNXVANA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUW/99BT/HBNXVANA/FUW99BTHBNXVANA.SMALL.jpg Justin Tyler Tate Whether it's hot or cold outside, or even in between, you can still have an outdoor party with Tiki-torches. The materials you'll need are: - Some twine or thin rope - One glass bottle which fits loosely inside one plastic bottle - One long stick, dowel, sapling or thin tree branch (about 1in/2.5cm...
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Fri, 11 Jan 2013 05:30:29 PST