http://www.instructables.com Thu, 23 May 2013 18:57:08 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-a-3D-printed-robot-reindeer-toy/
How to build a 3D-printed robot reindeer toy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1H/TH1N/HGU2LJNY/F1HTH1NHGU2LJNY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1H/TH1N/HGU2LJNY/F1HTH1NHGU2LJNY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1H/TH1N/HGU2LJNY/F1HTH1NHGU2LJNY.SMALL.jpg damianzuch 3D Printing! Mold-making! Digital Rendering! Apoxie Sculpt!!! Woodshoppery! For this project Tina and I decided to try to learn about 3D printing and I'll show you what we learned and how we ended up making the toy. We were asked to make two robot reindeer toys as props for a Christmas film; one is ...
By: damianzuch

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 May 2013 08:41:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Ikea-Kura-bed-converted-to-bunkbed/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAA/9HI4/HGH6JG2B/FAA9HI4HGH6JG2B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAA/9HI4/HGH6JG2B/FAA9HI4HGH6JG2B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAA/9HI4/HGH6JG2B/FAA9HI4HGH6JG2B.SMALL.jpg jauncourt I have 2 kids, and some time ago, they each had their own room. The little one got this for his former toddler bed and the big guy got a KURA platform/loft bed from Ikea. All was great for about 2 years. However, a couple of years ago, the little one and the big one both asked me if they could shar...
By: jauncourt

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 12:50:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Checking-a-Square-Before-You-Buy/
Checking a Square Before You Buy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8L/XXUR/HFPTH6CC/F8LXXURHFPTH6CC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8L/XXUR/HFPTH6CC/F8LXXURHFPTH6CC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8L/XXUR/HFPTH6CC/F8LXXURHFPTH6CC.SMALL.jpg Phil B This is my old framing square. It has taken a lot of abuse, mostly from things I have done in attempts to make it more accurate that did not turn out as well as intended. I have thought about simply replacing it. I looked at new framing squares on-line. Reviews were mixed. Some found the square the...
By: Phil B

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 22:19:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Prop-Clock/
Make a nice old clock from scratch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6X/DHJ4/HEXS4LKW/F6XDHJ4HEXS4LKW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6X/DHJ4/HEXS4LKW/F6XDHJ4HEXS4LKW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6X/DHJ4/HEXS4LKW/F6XDHJ4HEXS4LKW.SMALL.gif damianzuch In this Instructable I'm going to outline the steps my partner Tina and I took when we were figuring out this build. We were hired by a film company to make a prop clock (the clock had a very specific look - that's why they didn't just buy one from an antique shop). If you need any clarification on ...
By: damianzuch

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Mar 2013 21:54:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-use-a-CNC-Router-to-build-a-simple-6-board-/
How to use a CNC Router at Techshop to build a simple 6 board chest out of a 2* 4 foot quarter sheet of half inch thick Birch plywood. I did it at Techshop! Did I say Techshop! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLO/MIVW/HBFFJ2Z4/FLOMIVWHBFFJ2Z4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLO/MIVW/HBFFJ2Z4/FLOMIVWHBFFJ2Z4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLO/MIVW/HBFFJ2Z4/FLOMIVWHBFFJ2Z4.SMALL.jpg caladin How to use a CNC Router to build a simple 6 board chest out of a 2* 4 foot quarter sheet of ½ inch Birch plywood. I did it at Techshop! This is my first Instructable so please feel free to leave any constructive criticism in the comments, thanks! What is Techshop? follow this link! http://www.tech...
By: caladin

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 2 Jan 2013 13:24:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Home-made-Deluxe-Insect-Hotel-from-repurposed-wood/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F79/AOF3/H8CVGPEJ/F79AOF3H8CVGPEJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F79/AOF3/H8CVGPEJ/F79AOF3H8CVGPEJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F79/AOF3/H8CVGPEJ/F79AOF3H8CVGPEJ.SMALL.jpg Organikmechanic Everything for the discerning arthropod, this simple, elegant and fun to make large insect hotel, using pallet wood with foraged interiors. Step-by-step instruction with alternative roof structure for those not wishing to use a circular or band saw.. Would make a great holiday project to do with kid...
By: Organikmechanic

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Oct 2012 01:08:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Low-Cost-Tool-Cupboard-repurposed-particleboard/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/6P91/H7URAZN7/FPW6P91H7URAZN7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/6P91/H7URAZN7/FPW6P91H7URAZN7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/6P91/H7URAZN7/FPW6P91H7URAZN7.SMALL.jpg Organikmechanic Repurposing low end chipboard/particleboard pallets to make a handy tool cupboard for use in a well-ventilated workshop. Not materials I usually work with but 4 turned up recently at my suppliers and I had just the job to fit them. Also included, how to repurpose a set of door hinges to make a stapl...
By: Organikmechanic

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 4 Oct 2012 05:04:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Big-Green-Egg-BBQ-Table/
Big Green Egg BBQ Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCS/3ALV/H672MS7O/FCS3ALVH672MS7O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCS/3ALV/H672MS7O/FCS3ALVH672MS7O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCS/3ALV/H672MS7O/FCS3ALVH672MS7O.SMALL.jpg Anderson Pooper I got the idea for this BGE table from the Naked Whiz.  I modified his plans, but check out his site for the original.   http://www.nakedwhiz.com/ceramic.htm Prices for ceramic cookers have dropped a bit this summer.  If you're in the market for one, shop around and find the right one.  The one thin...
By: Anderson Pooper

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 15 Sep 2012 08:10:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Repairing-Split-Wood/
Repairing Split Wood - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYB/NPN7/H6DWVFPS/FYBNPN7H6DWVFPS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYB/NPN7/H6DWVFPS/FYBNPN7H6DWVFPS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYB/NPN7/H6DWVFPS/FYBNPN7H6DWVFPS.SMALL.jpg Scotttland In an otherwise attractive piece of wood, an unsightly split or crack can run deep like family turmoil.  Most wood fillers are intended to be little more than aesthetic solutions.  Even the hardiest fillers are intended to withstand compressive forces but not sheer stress.  Here I will demonstrate m...
By: Scotttland

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 Aug 2012 17:38:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Little-Free-Library/
Little Free Library - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDA/HPPI/H5E9QCD5/FDAHPPIH5E9QCD5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDA/HPPI/H5E9QCD5/FDAHPPIH5E9QCD5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDA/HPPI/H5E9QCD5/FDAHPPIH5E9QCD5.SMALL.jpg alanwbaker Join the Little Free Library movement by building your own.  Thousands of people have already done so.  Here's an article in our local newspaper about this one.  The size can be anything from a cubic foot up, so there's lots of flexibility in design and materials. The Little Free Library web site h...
By: alanwbaker

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 4 Aug 2012 21:17:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Add-a-Steel-Coupling-to-a-Hand-Rail/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPA/2KMO/H401V0ZT/FPA2KMOH401V0ZT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPA/2KMO/H401V0ZT/FPA2KMOH401V0ZT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPA/2KMO/H401V0ZT/FPA2KMOH401V0ZT.SMALL.jpg San Juan Carpentry Apparently... Shipping an 11' hand rail is VERY expensive. So when Scott Shaeffer of San Juan Carpentry was faced with the challenge to save his customer hundreds of dollars, he cut his piece of work in half! Then put it all back together again with a stylish steel coupling. Give it a try!
By: San Juan Carpentry

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Jun 2012 19:53:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-a-Puzzle-Cut-Shelf-with-Scott-Shaeffer/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCI/SC9K/H3Z3U9VN/FCISC9KH3Z3U9VN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCI/SC9K/H3Z3U9VN/FCISC9KH3Z3U9VN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCI/SC9K/H3Z3U9VN/FCISC9KH3Z3U9VN.SMALL.jpg San Juan Carpentry Scott of San Juan Carpentry shows you (in a time-lapsed video) how to make a "puzzle cut" shelf. This technique is rarely seen in the log furniture market so after you learn how to do it, don't tell anyone else!
By: San Juan Carpentry

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Jun 2012 19:44:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Metal-Table-Top-with-Scott-Shaeffer/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDA/XEKV/H3Z3C8MV/FDAXEKVH3Z3C8MV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDA/XEKV/H3Z3C8MV/FDAXEKVH3Z3C8MV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDA/XEKV/H3Z3C8MV/FDAXEKVH3Z3C8MV.SMALL.jpg San Juan Carpentry Scott Shaeffer of San Juan Carpentry shows you step by step how to turn a piece of scrap metal into a beautiful table top for your next table creation!
By: San Juan Carpentry

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Jun 2012 19:36:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-zero-clearance-throatplate-for-any-table-saw/
Easy zero clearance throatplate for any table saw - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQC/1APX/H2WEO0GL/FQC1APXH2WEO0GL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQC/1APX/H2WEO0GL/FQC1APXH2WEO0GL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQC/1APX/H2WEO0GL/FQC1APXH2WEO0GL.SMALL.jpg jerryjaksha Tablesaws come with throat plate blade slots that are too wide for safe cuts on narrow boards. Many aluminum saws and Sears saws come with thin throat plates that are difficult to duplicate with a zero clearance slot. By  epoxying a piece of masonite under your throat plate, and adding a filler st...
By: jerryjaksha

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 2 Jun 2012 11:28:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/About-the-FLIP-Bench/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F01/3SPO/GZ6I5U5S/F013SPOGZ6I5U5S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F01/3SPO/GZ6I5U5S/F013SPOGZ6I5U5S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F01/3SPO/GZ6I5U5S/F013SPOGZ6I5U5S.SMALL.jpg San Juan Carpentry By popular demand, I have made a video about the flip bench I use in my other videos. I didn't build a new one so I hope this is enough information to answer some questions!
By: San Juan Carpentry

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Mar 2012 09:37:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-your-own-Surfboard/
Build your own Surfboard! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDF/06IH/GX10CNTP/FDF06IHGX10CNTP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDF/06IH/GX10CNTP/FDF06IHGX10CNTP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDF/06IH/GX10CNTP/FDF06IHGX10CNTP.SMALL.jpg joechacon98 A dear friend of mine has a 1971 VW Westfalia Camper Bus he restored and wanted to mount a surfboard on the roof. Ultimately he wanted to cut the board and use it as a panel mount, so we looked for a cheap surfboard with little success. The cheapest one we found was well over 100 bucks, and a) to ne...
By: joechacon98

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 6 Jan 2012 16:27:47 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Starry-Night-Mosaic-Table/
The Starry Night Mosaic Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIZ/X7WA/H9T4CF6J/FIZX7WAH9T4CF6J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIZ/X7WA/H9T4CF6J/FIZX7WAH9T4CF6J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIZ/X7WA/H9T4CF6J/FIZX7WAH9T4CF6J.SMALL.jpg depotdevoid Many years ago, shiannejessica told me she would very much like to make a tile mosaic on a coffee table, using Vincent Van Gogh's "The Starry Night" as inspiration.  Being of the DIY persuasion, I proceeded to build her a "coffee table" that Christmas, with the promise that we'd make a trip one of ...
By: depotdevoid

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2011 07:54:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Roll-Your-Own-Bongo-Cajon/
Roll Your Own Bongo Cajon - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYN/WG1L/GVCPR2XG/FYNWG1LGVCPR2XG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYN/WG1L/GVCPR2XG/FYNWG1LGVCPR2XG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYN/WG1L/GVCPR2XG/FYNWG1LGVCPR2XG.SMALL.jpg pdub77 In this Instructable I will show you how to make a wooden bongo drum Ricky Ricardo (or a hippie, perhaps) would be proud to own.  All you need is some plywood and basic tools.  If you can operate a garage door opener you should be able to do this.  Gird up your loins and let's rock! (Statement conc...
By: pdub77

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 Nov 2011 20:31:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Trouble-Shoot-Electrical-Problem/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVD/G1CA/GV8UU4A3/FVDG1CAGV8UU4A3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVD/G1CA/GV8UU4A3/FVDG1CAGV8UU4A3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVD/G1CA/GV8UU4A3/FVDG1CAGV8UU4A3.SMALL.jpg San Juan Carpentry I'll show you how to trouble shoot an electrical problem with my jointer! Oh no! But don't worry, we fix it. And we learn a thing or two about electrical stuff like motors and switches!
By: San Juan Carpentry

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Nov 2011 23:51:02 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Glue-Up-A-Wood-Table-Top/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/H348/GV8SCU4I/FI5H348GV8SCU4I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/H348/GV8SCU4I/FI5H348GV8SCU4I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/H348/GV8SCU4I/FI5H348GV8SCU4I.SMALL.jpg San Juan Carpentry I'll show you how to glue up a table top using 2" aspen boards that still have the natural edge. Then we'll use that table top to make bar stool seats!
By: San Juan Carpentry

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Nov 2011 23:01:31 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-A-Common-Rafter-For-Any-Width-Structur/
How To Make A Common Rafter For Any Width Structure - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F93/ATB8/GTJS8TMZ/F93ATB8GTJS8TMZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F93/ATB8/GTJS8TMZ/F93ATB8GTJS8TMZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F93/ATB8/GTJS8TMZ/F93ATB8GTJS8TMZ.SMALL.jpg Joesmania INTRODUCTION:   If any terms or wording I have used is confusing at all or anything seems unclear, please feel free to ask a question by leaving a comment. I don't check everyday, but I do check in often, and would be happy to answer any questions or edit something that is unclear for you..... Thes...
By: Joesmania

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 9 Oct 2011 17:04:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Nomadic-Bookcase-2-Mediacase/
Nomadic Life 2: Mediacase - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FSK/8LZI/GQZJNPJU/FSK8LZIGQZJNPJU.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FSK/8LZI/GQZJNPJU/FSK8LZIGQZJNPJU.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FSK/8LZI/GQZJNPJU/FSK8LZIGQZJNPJU.SMALL.jpg zachsoniasummers Disclaimer: I am not a professional/certified carpenter of any sort and by no means an authority on carpentry. This tutorial is the documentation of a perpetual amateur taking a stab at yet another craft. Therefore, whatever I state here is just an opinion on way method of constructing a bookcase ba...
By: zachsoniasummers

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 10 Aug 2011 17:43:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Cutting-Gauge/
How to make a Cutting Gauge - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOL/S9T5/GO6VAD1P/FOLS9T5GO6VAD1P.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOL/S9T5/GO6VAD1P/FOLS9T5GO6VAD1P.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOL/S9T5/GO6VAD1P/FOLS9T5GO6VAD1P.SMALL.jpg Cheiron Materials Supplies: 1" x 2" x 24" Red Oak Board (craft/hobby area) - $2.24 Knurled Screw - $0.92 Wood Insert Nut - $1.24 Junior Hacksaw Blades 5 pack - 2.88 1/4" Dowel rod (Optional if you have a Dowel plate) Tools: 3/4" chisel small files (I just had a set of cheap ones I bought at a cheap ...
By: Cheiron

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 May 2011 16:18:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Nomad-Bookcase-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWV/I541/GM4N16MX/FWVI541GM4N16MX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWV/I541/GM4N16MX/FWVI541GM4N16MX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWV/I541/GM4N16MX/FWVI541GM4N16MX.SMALL.jpg zachsoniasummers I just finished the Nomadic bookcase prototype I've been working on and I have to say I'm quite pleased. After construction, I then moved it into its final destination, where I then performed a load test on it (Fig C): The heaviest books are on the bottom (1), while thinning out to the lightest boo...
By: zachsoniasummers

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 Apr 2011 11:20:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Cardboard-Shelves/
Easy Cardboard Shelves - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUV/YTV6/GJHVGXOC/FUVYTV6GJHVGXOC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUV/YTV6/GJHVGXOC/FUVYTV6GJHVGXOC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUV/YTV6/GJHVGXOC/FUVYTV6GJHVGXOC.SMALL.jpg live_corrugated The project should be very quick to cut and assemble with scrap cardboard if you do the folds properly and also if you get the order of operations right.  The first time I made this, the flimsy cardboard parts got kind of wily during assembly.  The trick is to tape each corner of the tray shelves an...
By: live_corrugated

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 2 Feb 2011 08:04:47 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Wedding-Photobooth-with-Easy-Disassembly-pics/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRY/7906/GJC42DSM/FRY7906GJC42DSM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRY/7906/GJC42DSM/FRY7906GJC42DSM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRY/7906/GJC42DSM/FRY7906GJC42DSM.SMALL.jpg nonoodlez When my sister and her now-husband decided to get married on very short notice and with very low funds, I started thinking about the way I could best help them out with the wedding. Just about every part of their wedding was being done with help from friends and I could not think of anything that wo...
By: nonoodlez

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 25 Jan 2011 16:22:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cardboard-book-shelves-like-a-carpenter/
Cardboard book shelves, like a carpenter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHO/3988/GJHV8L7Z/FHO3988GJHV8L7Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHO/3988/GJHV8L7Z/FHO3988GJHV8L7Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHO/3988/GJHV8L7Z/FHO3988GJHV8L7Z.SMALL.jpg live_corrugated If you are looking for a fun carpentry/woodworking project but lack the facilities or initiative to accumulate the tools and skills, this project will give you the same feeling of satisfaction at a job well done. I have taken the time to create CAD drawings to spell out how to make a cardboard align...
By: live_corrugated

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 25 Jan 2011 15:47:33 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Draw-Large-Curves/
How to Draw Large Curves - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRO/96VA/GI0TLN6R/FRO96VAGI0TLN6R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRO/96VA/GI0TLN6R/FRO96VAGI0TLN6R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRO/96VA/GI0TLN6R/FRO96VAGI0TLN6R.SMALL.jpg aeray Here are three (or four) field-expedient methods for drawing curves that I use frequently when building houses and furniture. Each method produces a different type of curve, so pick whichever suits your application. These are demonstrated here in small scale, but I usually use them in the field to...
By: aeray

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 24 Dec 2010 18:21:31 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-easy-low-waste-trestle-table/
Cheap, easy, low-waste trestle table plans - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRO/A16P/GI0TG101/FROA16PGI0TG101.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRO/A16P/GI0TG101/FROA16PGI0TG101.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRO/A16P/GI0TG101/FROA16PGI0TG101.SMALL.jpg aeray Build an attractive trestle table for about $100.00, in an hour and a half, using common materials, and minimum number of tools. It is suitable for dining or as a work table. It can can be set up or taken apart in a minute or two, using no tools, and stores compactly. There are several holes to dr...
By: aeray

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 24 Dec 2010 14:06:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-easy-low-waste-bookshelves/
Cheap, easy, low-waste bookshelf plans - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKA/47L7/GF7B8LPM/FKA47L7GF7B8LPM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKA/47L7/GF7B8LPM/FKA47L7GF7B8LPM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKA/47L7/GF7B8LPM/FKA47L7GF7B8LPM.SMALL.jpg aeray Build an easy, portable 3' x 8' wooden bookshelf in about 20 minutes, with a minimum of tools and less than 1% waste, for about $60. The basic concept can be modified to create any size shelf system needed. For a similar bed see: http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-easy-low-waste-platform-bed/ Fo...
By: aeray

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 12 Oct 2010 17:15:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Wooden-Flip-Flop-Paper-Weight-Post/
How To Make A Wooden Flip-Flop Paper Weight / Notepad Holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF5/HVDK/GERP5GER/FF5HVDKGERP5GER.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF5/HVDK/GERP5GER/FF5HVDKGERP5GER.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF5/HVDK/GERP5GER/FF5HVDKGERP5GER.SMALL.jpg shifu This instructable covers how to make an easily replicated wooden flip-flop paper weight / post-it note holder. They make great gifts for friends and cute desk ornaments.  Show off your woodworking skills by making one yourself :] Difficulty: Beginning - Intermediate A good project to gain experie...
By: shifu

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 3 Oct 2010 09:48:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hand-Made-Split-Wood-Table/
Hand-Made, Split Wood Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/5O82/GCXWVPVU/FSO5O82GCXWVPVU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/5O82/GCXWVPVU/FSO5O82GCXWVPVU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/5O82/GCXWVPVU/FSO5O82GCXWVPVU.SMALL.jpg Weissensteinburg I had access to a lot of poplar trees that were about to be killed. So instead of letting all that lumber go to waste, I decided to make this.  My table was built completely by hand, without any power tools. I did so because given the rural nature of the design, I thought it would make it feel more...
By: Weissensteinburg

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Aug 2010 18:39:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Nuts-n-Bolts-of-Building-a-Room-Divider/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/I7Y1/G6MPCSYZ/FJOI7Y1G6MPCSYZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/I7Y1/G6MPCSYZ/FJOI7Y1G6MPCSYZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/I7Y1/G6MPCSYZ/FJOI7Y1G6MPCSYZ.SMALL.jpg storyteller The Nuts n Bolts of building a room divider
By: storyteller

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 20 Mar 2010 22:50:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Build-a-Solid-Timber-Floor/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/I7Y1/G6MPCSYZ/FJOI7Y1G6MPCSYZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/I7Y1/G6MPCSYZ/FJOI7Y1G6MPCSYZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/I7Y1/G6MPCSYZ/FJOI7Y1G6MPCSYZ.SMALL.jpg storyteller The Nuts n Bolts of laying a solid timber floor
By: storyteller

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 20 Mar 2010 22:41:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/An-Ozarks-Bridge/
An Ozarks Bridge - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL4/H9HT/G51GAIXS/FL4H9HTG51GAIXS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL4/H9HT/G51GAIXS/FL4H9HTG51GAIXS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL4/H9HT/G51GAIXS/FL4H9HTG51GAIXS.SMALL.jpg arkie Normal 0 My friend (and evil Scrabble competitor) of many decades lives 52 miles to the east, two counties away from me, in the Arkansas Ozarks. Mac has a stream running past his cabin. This stream divides his cleared acreage in half. The rest of the land is forested. Mac has a big ol’ J...
By: arkie

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 10 Feb 2010 09:30:36 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Outdoor-Trestle-Table/
Outdoor Trestle Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMK/8MV4/FXV3A5N6/FMK8MV4FXV3A5N6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMK/8MV4/FXV3A5N6/FMK8MV4FXV3A5N6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMK/8MV4/FXV3A5N6/FMK8MV4FXV3A5N6.SMALL.jpg CarlS This is a trestle style table made for outdoor use. It uses dimensional lumber from your home store, so no need for table saws, planers etc. This one was designed to match a folding plastic table so we can double the table size if we have a lot of guests. Note that this is not a fine woodworking pr...
By: CarlS

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 5 Aug 2009 11:44:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wooden-Ratchet-Noise-Maker/
Wooden Ratchet Noise Maker - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/6TW4/FUF3AOYI/FJ56TW4FUF3AOYI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/6TW4/FUF3AOYI/FJ56TW4FUF3AOYI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/6TW4/FUF3AOYI/FJ56TW4FUF3AOYI.SMALL.jpg Eric Hart Here is a wooden ratchet noisemaker I made, also known as a "gragger" when used during the Jewish holiday of Purim. For mine, I used a few scrap pieces of 3/4 inch thick oak, a 1/2 inch wood dowel (less than 6 inches worth), a piece of 1 1/4 inch dowel for the handle (about 5 inches long), and some ...
By: Eric Hart

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 7 May 2009 21:14:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/gods-clean-up-crew/
god's clean up crew - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F00/AHHQ/FRXUSCU0/F00AHHQFRXUSCU0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F00/AHHQ/FRXUSCU0/F00AHHQFRXUSCU0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F00/AHHQ/FRXUSCU0/F00AHHQFRXUSCU0.SMALL.jpg somebullcrap using basic carpentry skills i'm going to show you how to make a giant ant farm out of scrap i had just laying around .this is a great way to view how ants live, dig, eat, and just interact with one another .it's also a great way to teach kids about the importance of ants and their role in the wor...
By: somebullcrap

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 6 Mar 2009 18:04:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-Square-Square/
Making a Square Square - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FOH/HAN2/FOHU3ABO/FOHHAN2FOHU3ABO.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FOH/HAN2/FOHU3ABO/FOHHAN2FOHU3ABO.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FOH/HAN2/FOHU3ABO/FOHHAN2FOHU3ABO.SMALL.jpg Phil B This is a good brand name square my father bought. When I used it I discovered it was not actually square. The rivet and brass system for attaching the blade to the handle is very good. No amount of tapping would change the alignment. Checking a square If you want to check a square, you could ...
By: Phil B

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 13 Dec 2008 11:35:40 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Rough-Banner-Stand/
Rough Banner Stand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FU9/NT3B/FKLDYCQX/FU9NT3BFKLDYCQX.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FU9/NT3B/FKLDYCQX/FU9NT3BFKLDYCQX.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FU9/NT3B/FKLDYCQX/FU9NT3BFKLDYCQX.SMALL.jpg erik.teichmann We're getting ready for "Rally Sunday" at our church, and the kids will be making some banners. I picked up some full-round moulding to use as banner poles, and then needed to build something to hold them. These simple stands can be used to hold a pole vertical. Use it for whatever you like -- holdi...
By: erik.teichmann

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Sep 2008 15:51:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-easy-low-waste-platform-bed/
Cheap, easy, low-waste platform bed plans - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCU/5LG0/FGF7REER/FCU5LG0FGF7REER.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCU/5LG0/FGF7REER/FCU5LG0FGF7REER.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCU/5LG0/FGF7REER/FCU5LG0FGF7REER.SMALL.jpg aeray Build a queen size platform bed on the cheap, with storage space underneath, for less than $30, in about an hour, and learn some basic carpentry skills in the process. Please read the "design objective" below. For similarly easy shelving plans, see: http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-easy-low-wa...
By: aeray

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 May 2008 13:37:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-accoustic-panels-for-your-recording-studio-or/
Make acoustic panels for your recording studio or home theater - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/49V7/FB11KYGB/FMJ49V7FB11KYGB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/49V7/FB11KYGB/FMJ49V7FB11KYGB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/49V7/FB11KYGB/FMJ49V7FB11KYGB.SMALL.jpg TheHighwayBeautiful Acoustic treatments are often used to help improve the acoustics of a room by taming "flutter echoes," "room modes," and other problems which arise from a room's dimensions and construction. Although a variety of treatments are available for commercial use, they tend to be quite expensive. After som...
By: TheHighwayBeautiful

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 6 Jan 2008 09:39:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-deck/
How to build a deck - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLO/KON4/FA0CV6WJ/FLOKON4FA0CV6WJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLO/KON4/FA0CV6WJ/FLOKON4FA0CV6WJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLO/KON4/FA0CV6WJ/FLOKON4FA0CV6WJ.SMALL.jpg beado4ever About 6 months ago (laughingly called summer here in the UK) my aunty wanted a deck to replace a patio that had been destroyed during some building work they had had done. Here's how I did it! On the slippery slop to nowhere The amount of in-fill you'd need to level this area would be tons. You...
By: beado4ever

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 13 Dec 2007 19:24:58 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Good-n-Easy-Drafting--Design-Table/
Good n' Easy Drafting / Design Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FLE/KMB5/F82EU3QO/FLEKMB5F82EU3QO.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FLE/KMB5/F82EU3QO/FLEKMB5F82EU3QO.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FLE/KMB5/F82EU3QO/FLEKMB5F82EU3QO.SMALL.jpg blksheep This is an easy to build drafting and design table. All of the components are easy to find at hardware stores or through scavenging. Sorry I don't have pictures of the construction, I didn't even think of posting this until months after I had completed it. Here's a final picture, showing this thin...
By: blksheep

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Oct 2007 17:08:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Some-Basic-Woodwork-Skills/
Some Basic Woodwork Skills - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FPE/X79Z/F23Z343E/FPEX79ZF23Z343E.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FPE/X79Z/F23Z343E/FPEX79ZF23Z343E.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FPE/X79Z/F23Z343E/FPEX79ZF23Z343E.SMALL.jpg Nachimir This will tell you how to use some rudimentary joinery techniques:Making basic cuts, mitres, and chopping out joints.It's aimed at complete novices, so if you already have any knowledge of woodwork some or all of this will likely come across as patronising. Sorry about that.Sawing a piece of wood is...
By: Nachimir

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 May 2007 15:37:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Clamps-From-Plastic-Pipe/
Homemade Clamps From Plastic Pipe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F8P/5K5V/K6SET9K4ZSY/F8P5K5VK6SET9K4ZSY.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F8P/5K5V/K6SET9K4ZSY/F8P5K5VK6SET9K4ZSY.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F8P/5K5V/K6SET9K4ZSY/F8P5K5VK6SET9K4ZSY.SMALL.jpg TimAnderson You can never have enough clamps, especially when building a boat. Here's Platt Monfort's method of making your own from plastic pipe. Get a Big Pipe and Cut a Bunch of Rings Any plastic pipe will work. This is black ABS. Polypro would be nice. Never use PVC for anything. Get the size and thic...
By: TimAnderson

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