http://www.instructables.com Thu, 23 May 2013 03:40:15 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Altoids-Smalls-Solar-Powered-USB-Charger/
Altoids Smalls Solar Powered USB Charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/XJSP/HFSHW1BX/FFDXJSPHFSHW1BX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/XJSP/HFSHW1BX/FFDXJSPHFSHW1BX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/XJSP/HFSHW1BX/FFDXJSPHFSHW1BX.SMALL.jpg bird123457 This instructable will teach you how to make your very own solar powered USB charger out of an Altoids Smalls tin. It is an eco-friendly way to conserve energy. The Solar Panel I am using for this project has a dial on it so you can chose your output number of volts, therefore I am able to use it fo...
By: bird123457

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 06:25:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Twisted-ring/
Twisted ring - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/IV6B/HFPTHXUR/F84IV6BHFPTHXUR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/IV6B/HFPTHXUR/F84IV6BHFPTHXUR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/IV6B/HFPTHXUR/F84IV6BHFPTHXUR.SMALL.jpg emilyvanleemput In this instructable I'm going to show you how to make these twisted rings. Once you've got the hang of it, it takes only five minutes to make one! What do you need What do you need to make this - a round object matching the size of your finger. For me, the inside of a lip balm works perfectly -...
By: emilyvanleemput

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

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 26 Apr 2013 13:56:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Slingshot-Dart-Shooter/
Slingshot Dart Shooter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/L505/HF23TA4Q/F56L505HF23TA4Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/L505/HF23TA4Q/F56L505HF23TA4Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/L505/HF23TA4Q/F56L505HF23TA4Q.SMALL.jpg WYE_Lance Projectile shooters are always fun to build, but one can make only so many catapults before the novelty wears off. The slingshot dart shooter mixes it up with elements from my Slingshot Rocket project and regular Slingshot, but in the classic 'Y' slingshot shape.  Lesson Plan: Difficulty: 2/5 Prep:...
By: WYE_Lance

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 9 Apr 2013 13:07:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-easily-convert-your-bike-into-a-snow-bike/
How to easily convert your bike into a snow bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/E475/HF23WKY3/FE4E475HF23WKY3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/E475/HF23WKY3/FE4E475HF23WKY3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/E475/HF23WKY3/FE4E475HF23WKY3.SMALL.jpg mykiscool Before I bring you to the materials list, I'd better cover my butt with a disclaimer. Disclaimer: I'm not responsible if anyone gets hurt during the construction or use of this product. I design and construct this product in a manner that I believe is safe, but as in everything accidents do happen,...
By: mykiscool

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

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

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 3 Apr 2013 00:21:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Virtual-Etch-A-Sketch/
Virtual Etch A Sketch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ4/I0V9/HERLV5KX/FQ4I0V9HERLV5KX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ4/I0V9/HERLV5KX/FQ4I0V9HERLV5KX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ4/I0V9/HERLV5KX/FQ4I0V9HERLV5KX.SMALL.jpg Mizchief100 The Etch A Sketch: famous, creative, and unique. Unfortunately I have no clue where the one from my childhood is, so I decided to make my own virtual one! Check it out (and my awful drawing skills) below. This Etch A Sketch is quite like the original, (while it will never replace it, it's sti...
By: Mizchief100

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Mar 2013 07:08:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Modular-Water-Jug-Storage-Bins/
Modular Water Jug Storage Bins - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/56FH/FC00OU1R/FKD56FHFC00OU1R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/56FH/FC00OU1R/FKD56FHFC00OU1R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/56FH/FC00OU1R/FKD56FHFC00OU1R.SMALL.jpg randofo Around here I have more odds and ends than I know what to do with. I used to keep it in piles strewn about our tiny apartment until my fed up girlfriend came up with a solution to make the room a little more organized. It basically involved drinking a lot of bottled water and using the jugs the wat...
By: randofo

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

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

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Mar 2013 14:01:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fishing-Lures/
Fishing Lures - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDG/9XGG/HEI4FFDN/FDG9XGGHEI4FFDN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDG/9XGG/HEI4FFDN/FDG9XGGHEI4FFDN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDG/9XGG/HEI4FFDN/FDG9XGGHEI4FFDN.SMALL.jpg blackcat2 In this instructable I will teach you how to make a simple and inexpensive fishing lure out of common household materials. In this model of fishing lures, you can completely customize it to your liking by painting it however you desire.  What did you make? I made some simple fishing lures from hou...
By: blackcat2

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

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

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

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

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 24 Feb 2013 21:19:18 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Fun-With-Yarn/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/PM0P/GN1I61UO/FR3PM0PGN1I61UO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/PM0P/GN1I61UO/FR3PM0PGN1I61UO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/PM0P/GN1I61UO/FR3PM0PGN1I61UO.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo "Fun With Yarn" is a collection of 15 whimsical projects for all levels of yarn crafting skill.  Whether you're into knitting, crochet, or felting, you're sure to find something fun and inspiring!  Learn how to knit a giant lego, crochet the Starship Enterprise, or felt an adorable bird in a nest. ...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Apr 2011 16:27:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Intro-to-RFID/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/EFPT/GM9QL24O/FH6EFPTGM9QL24O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/EFPT/GM9QL24O/FH6EFPTGM9QL24O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/EFPT/GM9QL24O/FH6EFPTGM9QL24O.SMALL.jpg zazenergy "Intro to RFID" gives you the complete step-by-step instructions for 15 different fun RFID projects. Learn to make an RFID cat door, universal RFID key, door lock and more. All projects come from Instructables.com, are written by our creative community, and contain pictures for each step so you can ...
By: zazenergy

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

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 Jan 2013 10:16:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/20-Unbelievable-Arduino-Projects/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F61/0GJ4/H3Z3KS4D/F610GJ4H3Z3KS4D.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F61/0GJ4/H3Z3KS4D/F610GJ4H3Z3KS4D.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F61/0GJ4/H3Z3KS4D/F610GJ4H3Z3KS4D.SMALL.jpg randofo Here are twenty amazing Arduino projects that you almost wouldn't believe, if not for that they are the real deal. These authors have turned their wildest dreams into reality with the power of Arduino, an easy-to-use microcontroller development board. It is no wonder that Arduino literally translate...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Apr 2012 17:47:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-The-Tumble-Bean/
How to make the Tumble Bean! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F64/FV40/HCB8SMVD/F64FV40HCB8SMVD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F64/FV40/HCB8SMVD/F64FV40HCB8SMVD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F64/FV40/HCB8SMVD/F64FV40HCB8SMVD.SMALL.jpg innovator007 Have you ever been on a plane, car, bus, or train, and are really bored because all you electronic devices died out? Luckily, you can make a fun little toy called the Tumble Bean. The Tumble Bean is a little capsule that you can maneuver in your hand. If you put it on an inclined surface, it will fl...
By: innovator007

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 Jan 2013 15:24:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cork-Shooter/
Cork Shooter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/68VI/HBHGL8LC/FOU68VIHBHGL8LC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/68VI/HBHGL8LC/FOU68VIHBHGL8LC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/68VI/HBHGL8LC/FOU68VIHBHGL8LC.SMALL.jpg WYE_Lance This project is born from the fact that students in my engineering classes really enjoy building projectile launchers. I wanted something that was simple to build, effective, and has lots of room for modifications. The cork shooter fulfills that criteria and of course provides a hands-on lesson in t...
By: WYE_Lance

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 Jan 2013 18:05:06 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Personal-Heater-for-the-Winter/
Personal Heater for the Winter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEC/LVG5/GINP598F/FECLVG5GINP598F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEC/LVG5/GINP598F/FECLVG5GINP598F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEC/LVG5/GINP598F/FECLVG5GINP598F.SMALL.jpg blackcat2 In this instructable I will be showing you how to make your very own personal heater for when you're outside and it's freezing cold! All you need to do is add batteries and you have over 100 F in the palm of your hands, or pocket, etc. BUT REMEMBER TO WEAR GLOVES OR MAKE SURE THAT YOUR POCKETS WON'...
By: blackcat2

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 9 Jan 2011 20:03:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Robotics-for-Beginners/
Simple Robotics for Beginners! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8J/5NI3/H9G19T0Y/F8J5NI3H9G19T0Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8J/5NI3/H9G19T0Y/F8J5NI3H9G19T0Y.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8J/5NI3/H9G19T0Y/F8J5NI3H9G19T0Y.SMALL.jpg .A. For my very first instructable, I decided to do something that had eluded me for several months on where to start a while back; R/C robotics and battlebots.  The components that I used are hard to find now, but the good thing about this instructable is that it applies to all sorts of speed control...
By: .A.

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 20 Nov 2012 13:13:00 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Fun-with-Water-Balloons/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL4/2VGA/GMNR91Y9/FL42VGAGMNR91Y9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL4/2VGA/GMNR91Y9/FL42VGAGMNR91Y9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL4/2VGA/GMNR91Y9/FL42VGAGMNR91Y9.SMALL.jpg zazenergy "Fun with Water Balloons" gives you the complete step-by-step instructions for 10 different projects to bring out the kid inside you. Build a water balloon catapult, an illuminated ice light, a balloon gun and much more! All projects come from Instructables.com, are written by our creative community...
By: zazenergy

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 11 May 2011 15:38:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Controlled-Chemical-Foam-Spewing-Pumpkin/
Arduino-Controlled Chemical Foam Spewing Pumpkin - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/JAQ9/H8XM1WTV/FCNJAQ9H8XM1WTV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/JAQ9/H8XM1WTV/FCNJAQ9H8XM1WTV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/JAQ9/H8XM1WTV/FCNJAQ9H8XM1WTV.SMALL.gif SF Media Labs If the thought of dozens of tricker-or-treaters in gross-out costumes knocking down your door makes you want to spew, have we got the pumpkin for you! Every time the Arduino-Controlled Chemical Foam Spewing Pumpkin encounters a trick-or-treater at your doorstep, it spews burning chemical foam all ...
By: SF Media Labs

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Nov 2012 11:33:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-to-Draw-Halloween-Characters/
Easy to Draw Halloween Characters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGR/ROHT/H82U81DI/FGRROHTH82U81DI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGR/ROHT/H82U81DI/FGRROHTH82U81DI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGR/ROHT/H82U81DI/FGRROHTH82U81DI.SMALL.jpg John Induna AD Drawing is a handy hobby for all Makers. If you don’t draw, but think it would be fun, cool or useful to be able to draw. I did this for you. If you draw a little or even a lot, I hope you take a look and enjoy this. First and foremost I consider myself a Maker. However, the first things I starte...
By: John Induna AD

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Oct 2012 21:54:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Halloween-Pet-Costumes/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Z/E0SP/H6MEREEK/F5ZE0SPH6MEREEK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Z/E0SP/H6MEREEK/F5ZE0SPH6MEREEK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Z/E0SP/H6MEREEK/F5ZE0SPH6MEREEK.SMALL.jpg shellycaron Halloween is a time where we can get creative with our costumes for either the night go trick or treating, or maybe for the party you'll be attending. Your household pet can be a part of the halloween fun too! Check out this guide to find inspiration for your pet's costume for this coming Halloween....
By: shellycaron

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Oct 2012 12:46:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Marble-Roller-Coaster/
Marble Roller Coaster - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/TYKK/H7UQYT0A/FYWTYKKH7UQYT0A.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/TYKK/H7UQYT0A/FYWTYKKH7UQYT0A.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/TYKK/H7UQYT0A/FYWTYKKH7UQYT0A.SMALL.jpg WYE_Lance "We're doing the roller coasters?! Yes!!" That's the response I get from students who've taken my engineering classes before when they find out it's marble roller coaster day. It's a class favorite. Students get to build 20' long roller coasters with their friends! It's an open-ended, fast-paced, c...
By: WYE_Lance

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Oct 2012 20:45:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rubberband-Helicopters-step-by-step/
Rubberband Helicopters: step-by-step - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZI/RNI9/H7ME377G/FZIRNI9H7ME377G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZI/RNI9/H7ME377G/FZIRNI9H7ME377G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZI/RNI9/H7ME377G/FZIRNI9H7ME377G.SMALL.jpg WYE_Lance In an effort to streamline my Instructables for training purposes, I am recreating my classic Rubberband Helicopter in step-by-step format. The rubberband-powered helicopter is a favorite of my students because of the ease of construction and the exciting end product. Learning Objective: Students ...
By: WYE_Lance

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 29 Sep 2012 14:50:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Controlled-Robotic-Drum/
Arduino-Controlled Robotic Drum - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVQ/6P0Y/H5TUAQTU/FVQ6P0YH5TUAQTU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVQ/6P0Y/H5TUAQTU/FVQ6P0YH5TUAQTU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVQ/6P0Y/H5TUAQTU/FVQ6P0YH5TUAQTU.SMALL.jpg randofo For years I have been telling anyone who listens that I was going to build a robotic drum. Most people kind of shrugged indifferently. Even as I built it, most people kind of glanced over at it and conveyed doubtfulness. It seemed like no one but myself was convinced of just how awesome it was goi...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 17 Sep 2012 17:23:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Parabolic-Pencil-Star/
Parabolic Pencil Star - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNK/SAJQ/H742SCT8/FNKSAJQH742SCT8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNK/SAJQ/H742SCT8/FNKSAJQH742SCT8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNK/SAJQ/H742SCT8/FNKSAJQH742SCT8.SMALL.jpg Eat More Chicken Almost everyone has seen how straight lines can be turned into a near-perfect parabolic curve, and everyone has a bunch of pencils lying around at home or at the office that they don't use.  Put those pencils to use and build this neat pencil star.  The curves are created by following the same conce...
By: Eat More Chicken

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 16 Sep 2012 16:55:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Bots-Skitter/
Simple Bots: Skitter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOT/EB85/GWKKMMHG/FOTEB85GWKKMMHG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOT/EB85/GWKKMMHG/FOTEB85GWKKMMHG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOT/EB85/GWKKMMHG/FOTEB85GWKKMMHG.SMALL.jpg randofo Skitter Bot came into this world as result of a chain reaction of exploded of cosmic energy. By current estimates, this chain reaction took roughly 13.7 billion years to complete. When put into such context, it becomes quite clear just how long it takes for near-perfect walking scrub brush bot to ...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Sep 2012 15:10:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Color-Changing-LED-Tree/
Color Changing LED Tree - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJH/I290/H6DWVKBC/FJHI290H6DWVKBC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJH/I290/H6DWVKBC/FJHI290H6DWVKBC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJH/I290/H6DWVKBC/FJHI290H6DWVKBC.SMALL.jpg xBacon Ever wanted an LED tree? Well now you can have your LED tree and eat it too (no, wait, you probably shouldn't)... Gather the parts You will need: 1x ATtiny85 10x male header pins Solid core wire, 2 colors A bunch of LEDs 1x Arduino Uno to program the ATtiny Program the ATtiny To prep the Ard...
By: xBacon

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 30 Aug 2012 10:19:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LEGO-STAR-WARS-AT-ST/
LEGO STAR WARS: AT-ST - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/EYI3/H6734SVS/FV0EYI3H6734SVS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/EYI3/H6734SVS/FV0EYI3H6734SVS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/EYI3/H6734SVS/FV0EYI3H6734SVS.SMALL.jpg Density Hi everybody! I am Density and I am 14 years old. I am a big fan of star wars and Lego so I decided to show you how to make the AT-ST. The All Terrain Scout Transport (AT-ST) is a reconnaissance (military observation of a region to locate an enemy) or defensive vehicle that is lightweight and built ...
By: Density

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 Aug 2012 08:27:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Back-to-School-Make-Old-Clothes-New/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMC/75TG/H6738GDO/FMC75TGH6738GDO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMC/75TG/H6738GDO/FMC75TGH6738GDO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMC/75TG/H6738GDO/FMC75TGH6738GDO.SMALL.jpg Little Mom on the Prairie Back to School: Make Old Clothes New! offers 20 fast and easy ways to recycle used clothes into a NEW and stylish wardrobe! Each project comes from Instructables.com, and contains pictures for each step, so you can get crafting today! Students will learn sewing basics, like how to follow a patter...
By: Little Mom on the Prairie

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Aug 2012 12:19:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Bots-Buck/
Simple Bots: Buck - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQS/5WDA/GXDWPO5E/FQS5WDAGXDWPO5E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQS/5WDA/GXDWPO5E/FQS5WDAGXDWPO5E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQS/5WDA/GXDWPO5E/FQS5WDAGXDWPO5E.SMALL.jpg randofo Just like a bull, a bronco, and a ninja, Buck has a lot of kick. With spring-loaded feet, this noisy little bot does a lot of stomping about. Everywhere Buck goes, commotion ensues. This keeps people on their toes, which is a good attribute for any bot to have. Get th...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 18:40:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Printed-Chess-Piece-Models/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ1/5H12/H5TUCN9T/FZ15H12H5TUCN9T.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ1/5H12/H5TUCN9T/FZ15H12H5TUCN9T.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ1/5H12/H5TUCN9T/FZ15H12H5TUCN9T.SMALL.jpg randofo One of the perks of working for Autodesk is occasionally getting to try out fancy-shmancy new software before the public. I recently got the opportunity to play with such a piece of design software, and used it to make this chess set. Why 3D print a chess set? Can't you just buy a chess set? Well,...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 15 Aug 2012 17:02:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Bot-Switches-Sensors-and-Modules/
Simple Bot Switches, Sensors, and Modules - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF4/PLM1/H58PK68F/FF4PLM1H58PK68F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF4/PLM1/H58PK68F/FF4PLM1H58PK68F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF4/PLM1/H58PK68F/FF4PLM1H58PK68F.SMALL.jpg randofo Sometimes we want to add some complexity to our Simple Bots so that the motors do more than spin in one direction. This is where switches, sensors and modules come in. These tools allow us to not only change the direction of the motor, but also vary the speed and toggle the motors on and off. These...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 Aug 2012 11:24:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Bots-Scoop/
Simple Bots: Scoop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/ACOS/GXGHL6S1/FH4ACOSGXGHL6S1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/ACOS/GXGHL6S1/FH4ACOSGXGHL6S1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/ACOS/GXGHL6S1/FH4ACOSGXGHL6S1.SMALL.jpg randofo There are so many Simple Bots that sweep and scrub, that I felt it only appropriate to make one that picks up after them. Scoop does just that. It pushes itself around and systematically scoops up whatever lies in its path. Well... maybe "systematically" is too strong of a word to use in describi...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 Aug 2012 11:00:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/ATtiny854525-LED-dice-Super-simple-and-CHEAP/
ATtiny85/45/25 LED dice (Super simple and CHEAP!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE9/MJXP/H5ENPRXE/FE9MJXPH5ENPRXE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE9/MJXP/H5ENPRXE/FE9MJXPH5ENPRXE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE9/MJXP/H5ENPRXE/FE9MJXPH5ENPRXE.SMALL.jpg xBacon If you have looked at my 5 LED ATtiny85 POV display, we programmed the ATtiny with the Arduino. (If you haven't seen it, click here) We will be doing the same thing for this LED Dice project. The total parts cost for this project is about $5-$10. (Not including the Arduino board and the tools.) It...
By: xBacon

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 Aug 2012 09:05:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Self-Watering-Plant/
Self-Watering Plant - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/4GOQ/H3QF5PPX/FA94GOQH3QF5PPX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/4GOQ/H3QF5PPX/FA94GOQH3QF5PPX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/4GOQ/H3QF5PPX/FA94GOQH3QF5PPX.SMALL.jpg randofo Plants liven up any space by adding a sense of airiness and life. That is - of course - when you don't forget to water them, and they shrivel up and die. I am very bad at remembering to water plants. That is why I built this self-watering plant to do it for me. Using a soil sensor, and an Arduino-...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 23 Jul 2012 09:26:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Braiding-Wheel-Friendship-Bracelets/
Braiding Wheel Friendship Bracelets - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAB/96Z2/H4AGKPJ6/FAB96Z2H4AGKPJ6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAB/96Z2/H4AGKPJ6/FAB96Z2H4AGKPJ6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAB/96Z2/H4AGKPJ6/FAB96Z2H4AGKPJ6.SMALL.jpg sherrycayheyhey I recently bought a large pack of embroidery thread intending to make some of those normal knotted friendship bracelets. Instead I learned how to make these braided ones and they are so much easier and faster to make that I've become a little obsessed with making them.  Now, you might have seen the...
By: sherrycayheyhey

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 19 Jul 2012 11:27:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hand-Held-Go-Pro-Mount-from-your-Garage/
Hand-Held Go-Pro Mount from your Garage - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/BJH9/H4AGKC0C/FM2BJH9H4AGKC0C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/BJH9/H4AGKC0C/FM2BJH9H4AGKC0C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/BJH9/H4AGKC0C/FM2BJH9H4AGKC0C.SMALL.jpg SBDFFLS I know, my family has a Go-pro and its very awkward holding your pocket sized, action camera while fimling. So, how did i solve this problem, with my Hand-Held Go-pro mount made out of things you can find in your garage. What you'll need: -PVC Pipe (as long as you will want the handle to be) -5mm ...
By: SBDFFLS

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 17 Jul 2012 12:36:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Fun-Party-Drinks/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIC/ZWK3/H4AGLH9X/FICZWK3H4AGLH9X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIC/ZWK3/H4AGLH9X/FICZWK3H4AGLH9X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIC/ZWK3/H4AGLH9X/FICZWK3H4AGLH9X.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Hosting a party and looking for something more fun to serve than the traditional fruit punch or keg?  Try some of these easy drink recipes to liven up your next shindig - alcohol optional! null null null null null null null null null null null null null null null null null ...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 17 Jul 2012 11:15:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rally-style-polyurethane-mud-flaps-for-20/
Rally style polyurethane mud flaps for $20 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL9/TXXC/H461OZ51/FL9TXXCH461OZ51.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL9/TXXC/H461OZ51/FL9TXXCH461OZ51.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL9/TXXC/H461OZ51/FL9TXXCH461OZ51.SMALL.jpg jussin this is just one of many ways you can have nice aftermarket knock off mud flaps for $20. we made these for a 95 subaru impreza but these steps are universal for any car! tools you need: two semi truck thick plastic mud flaps - about $10 each (from peterbilt shop in WA) t-square ruler ruler ratche...
By: jussin

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 12 Jul 2012 22:55:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Water-Balloon-Tennis-2012s-newest-summer-sport/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/85O1/H4DXIUPN/FS285O1H4DXIUPN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/85O1/H4DXIUPN/FS285O1H4DXIUPN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/85O1/H4DXIUPN/FS285O1H4DXIUPN.SMALL.jpg shadowfeet This summer has been unusually hot on the east coast, so to beat the heat I and my family, created a new game/sport to cool down. Introducing- Water-Balloon Tennis!! Perfect when you aren't quite in the mood for a water-balloon fight, and it's too hot to play real tennis.  Before Playing You'll Nee...
By: shadowfeet

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 Jul 2012 18:15:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sundae-Cupcakes/
Sundae Cupcakes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVW/MRZW/H461OVOH/FVWMRZWH461OVOH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVW/MRZW/H461OVOH/FVWMRZWH461OVOH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVW/MRZW/H461OVOH/FVWMRZWH461OVOH.SMALL.jpg MaraStar This was a family project with my sisters, step-mom and one of my friends! we had so much fun. My little sister was sick but at the end of the night she looked a lot better and said she haven't laugh so much in a long time. You see my my dad is divorcing my step-mom and it has been a difficult time ...
By: MaraStar

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 3 Jul 2012 09:04:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Clone-a-Remote-with-Arduino/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWY/7E11/H401V5JY/FWY7E11H401V5JY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWY/7E11/H401V5JY/FWY7E11H401V5JY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWY/7E11/H401V5JY/FWY7E11H401V5JY.SMALL.jpg randofo I recently needed to use the Arduino to control a stereo system, so rather than hack open the remote and wire into it, I decided to simply clone the signal. This was incredibly easy to do. Basically, I read the signal from the remote with a 38khz receiver, and then played it back with an IR LED. To...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Jun 2012 15:04:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/braided-charm-bracelet/
braided charm bracelet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8S/RWC2/H337K0UY/F8SRWC2H337K0UY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8S/RWC2/H337K0UY/F8SRWC2H337K0UY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8S/RWC2/H337K0UY/F8SRWC2H337K0UY.SMALL.jpg emilyvanleemput In this instructable, I'm gonna show you hoe to make a braided charm bracelet. What you'll need - three pieces of string - eight little beads - eight pieces of wire with a loop on top - two lace clips - a metal ring - a closure braid the pieces of string Take the three pieces of string. Add a...
By: emilyvanleemput

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 11 Jun 2012 10:47:32 PDT