Instructables: exploring - halloween - popular http://www.instructables.com Sat, 25 May 2013 12:15:36 PDT BLOX v1.01 How to get Princess Leia's hair! (two versions) http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-get-Princess-Leias-hair-two-versions-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/8DBX/GU7F3H4S/FV08DBXGU7F3H4S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/8DBX/GU7F3H4S/FV08DBXGU7F3H4S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/8DBX/GU7F3H4S/FV08DBXGU7F3H4S.SMALL.jpg BetterThanToast The title says it all, really! Create perfect Leia buns with this easy tutorial. I've included two different versions - one for longer hair, and an easy trick to boost the size of your buns ideal for all hair types. Watch the video for instructions and feel free to ask me any questions if you're uns...
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Sat, 29 Oct 2011 15:30:37 PDT
Power Rangers Helmet http://www.instructables.com/id/Power-Rangers-Helmet/
Power Rangers Helmet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F1S/7CAT/GG4A6MNU/F1S7CATGG4A6MNU.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F1S/7CAT/GG4A6MNU/F1S7CATGG4A6MNU.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F1S/7CAT/GG4A6MNU/F1S7CATGG4A6MNU.SMALL.jpg srroberts07 The aim of this tutorial is to instruct one in making a Power Ranger helmet suitable for costume use or display using only inexpensive, safe materials and easy techniques.   Materials and tools you need: Thin cardboard such as cereal boxes Elmer's Wood Glue (or similar brand) Newsprint Paper Ma...
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Sun, 7 Nov 2010 08:25:20 PST
Pizza "Wings" Costume http://www.instructables.com/id/Pizza-Wings-Costume/
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Fri, 3 May 2013 02:59:43 PDT
Mega Man Costume http://www.instructables.com/id/Mega-Man-Costume/
Mega Man Costume - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/435K/FMMCV42D/FBD435KFMMCV42D.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/435K/FMMCV42D/FBD435KFMMCV42D.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/435K/FMMCV42D/FBD435KFMMCV42D.SMALL.jpg craineum This year I wanted to build costumes for my family from scratch. Since I am a Retro Gamer, I wanted to make a cool costume for my three year old. The Original Mega Man from the NES was what I had decided on. What follows are the steps that I took to create the Mega Man costume for my son. All of...
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Thu, 23 Oct 2008 12:45:43 PDT
How to Make Gloves http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Gloves/
How to Make Gloves - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDD/H57F/GI0TDWCT/FDDH57FGI0TDWCT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDD/H57F/GI0TDWCT/FDDH57FGI0TDWCT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDD/H57F/GI0TDWCT/FDDH57FGI0TDWCT.SMALL.jpg Icetigris In this instructable, I will show you how to draft your own glove pattern and make a pair of gloves. You can use this with any fabric, leather, vinyl, or similar material, stretchy or not. Hands are complicated 3D shapes with many degrees of freedom of movement. Gloves need to accommodate this and ...
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Sun, 2 Jan 2011 19:51:48 PST
How to Make Easy Cellophane Wings http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-Cellophane-Wings/
How to Make Easy Cellophane Wings - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXO/XUSC/GOSDJJ2W/FXOXUSCGOSDJJ2W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXO/XUSC/GOSDJJ2W/FXOXUSCGOSDJJ2W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXO/XUSC/GOSDJJ2W/FXOXUSCGOSDJJ2W.SMALL.jpg Janel Norris Here's a simple tutorial on how to make your own cellophane wings for your favorite costume! Please check out my other tutorials, and vote for me int he Halloween Costume Challenge! For more of my costumes please visit www.littlewingsdesign.com/costume.html My store www.etsy.com/shop/fairyst...
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Mon, 31 Oct 2011 08:54:40 PDT
Creating a Costume/Cosplay from E.V.A Foam http://www.instructables.com/id/Creating-a-CostumeCosplay-from-EVA-Foam/
Creating a Costume/Cosplay from E.V.A Foam - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6M/B3QQ/HFD1FH2X/F6MB3QQHFD1FH2X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6M/B3QQ/HFD1FH2X/F6MB3QQHFD1FH2X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6M/B3QQ/HFD1FH2X/F6MB3QQHFD1FH2X.SMALL.jpg ToweringProductions Good evening Ladies And Gents, In this fine Instructable I will be showing and instructing you how to work with EVA Foam for costuming and prop creation. Over the several steps listed here ill demonstrate a handful of good techniques when working with EVA foam for the new and experienced cosplayers...
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Wed, 17 Apr 2013 08:17:12 PDT
How to make a Green Lantern ring- including a glowing version! http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Green-Lantern-ring--including-a-glow/
How to make a Green Lantern ring- including a glowing version! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FA2/7WC1/F2XW9PEC/FA27WC1F2XW9PEC.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FA2/7WC1/F2XW9PEC/FA27WC1F2XW9PEC.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FA2/7WC1/F2XW9PEC/FA27WC1F2XW9PEC.SMALL.jpg Honus Here's how to make your own resin cast Green Lantern ring.This a complete overhaul of my original instructable on how to make a Green Lantern ring, which previously only showed how a cast sterling silver ring is created. Since many people don't have access to silver casting equipment I decided to sh...
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Thu, 21 Jun 2007 00:04:05 PDT
Roman-esque soldier uniform - from cardboard! http://www.instructables.com/id/Roman-esque-soldier-uniform---from-cardboard!/
Roman-esque soldier uniform - from cardboard! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FI6/EWF6/F82EZFWS/FI6EWF6F82EZFWS.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FI6/EWF6/F82EZFWS/FI6EWF6F82EZFWS.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FI6/EWF6/F82EZFWS/FI6EWF6F82EZFWS.SMALL.jpg laernmoer This instructable will show you how I made a Roman-esque Centurion/Legionnaire/soldier outfit.Some background: I previously made a version of this costume in about 5 hours with some tape, cardboard, and spray paint about 12 years ago. The costume was passable, but boring and bland. This year I decid...
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Mon, 29 Oct 2007 08:11:06 PDT
Creepy Double Face Illusion http://www.instructables.com/id/Creepy-Double-Face-Illusion/
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Tue, 11 Oct 2011 16:13:08 PDT
Yoshi Mascot and Baby Mario Costumes for Toddlers http://www.instructables.com/id/Yoshi-Mascot-and-Baby-Mario-Costumes-for-Toddlers/
Yoshi Mascot and Baby Mario Costumes for Toddlers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5O/9YIB/G0ZWH8NA/F5O9YIBG0ZWH8NA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5O/9YIB/G0ZWH8NA/F5O9YIBG0ZWH8NA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5O/9YIB/G0ZWH8NA/F5O9YIBG0ZWH8NA.SMALL.jpg craineum This is going to be a lengthy instructable, but hopefully worth the read.I am going to break it down into the major components:1. Yoshi Mascot Head2. Yoshi's suit and shoes3. Mario suit and hat4. BasketsMy thought process's (not necessary for the build)I really like doing themed costumes for my fami...
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Thu, 22 Oct 2009 10:31:04 PDT
Alice in the White Rabbit's House Costume From Cardboard Boxes http://www.instructables.com/id/Alice-in-the-White-Rabbits-House-Costume-From-Car/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGN/HY25/HD4VGMKA/FGNHY25HD4VGMKA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGN/HY25/HD4VGMKA/FGNHY25HD4VGMKA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGN/HY25/HD4VGMKA/FGNHY25HD4VGMKA.SMALL.jpg bmciver2 I made this award-winning costume for Halloween 2012.  It was inspired by the scene in Alice in Wonderland where Alice eats a cookie that causes her grow so big, so pops out of the White Rabbit's house. For this project I used: - 2 cardboard boxes, a little bit wider than myself - Duct tape - Xact...
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Fri, 22 Feb 2013 22:24:01 PST
How to Make Dry Ice - With a Fire Extinguisher! http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Dry-Ice-With-a-Fire-Extinguisher/
How to Make Dry Ice - With a Fire Extinguisher! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/4AH2/HCV9C3LP/F6N4AH2HCV9C3LP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/4AH2/HCV9C3LP/F6N4AH2HCV9C3LP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/4AH2/HCV9C3LP/F6N4AH2HCV9C3LP.SMALL.jpg The King of Random Here's how to make dry-ice at home, or wherever you feel like it!  All you need is a pillow case, and a CO2 fire extinguisher. Find more projects like this at: www.thekingofrandom.com This project was inspired by: Theo Gray (Mad Science) http://youtu.be/gyLwYin6pRo Watch the Video! WARN...
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Thu, 7 Feb 2013 11:44:44 PST
7-Layer Taco Dip http://www.instructables.com/id/7-Layer-Taco-Dip/
7-Layer Taco Dip - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWN/YK5H/H7URBWES/FWNYK5HH7URBWES.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWN/YK5H/H7URBWES/FWNYK5HH7URBWES.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWN/YK5H/H7URBWES/FWNYK5HH7URBWES.SMALL.jpg Brass Paperclip Years ago, one of my girlfriends was married to a chef who used to make this dip for all their parties.  They used to throw a lot of parties, too, so it was great!  Sadly, the marriage did not survive, but we still like to joke about how lucky she was to get custody of the 7-layer dip recipe!  It's ...
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Mon, 8 Oct 2012 09:47:04 PDT
Screaming switch plate http://www.instructables.com/id/Screaming-switch-plate/
Screaming switch plate - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJB/KFQX/H8FYPOC9/FJBKFQXH8FYPOC9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJB/KFQX/H8FYPOC9/FJBKFQXH8FYPOC9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJB/KFQX/H8FYPOC9/FJBKFQXH8FYPOC9.SMALL.jpg xdanny1992x Hi people! Today I was looking at my old switch plate and I decided to do a little project with it. It's a screaming switch plate as you can see :) First step, the teeth! First of all, you will need some clay, or polymer clay to sculpt some teeth. You can do as many as you want, I made 6 of them ...
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Wed, 24 Oct 2012 18:44:51 PDT
Dexter's "Fried Eggs" http://www.instructables.com/id/Dexters-Fried-Eggs/
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Mon, 7 Jan 2013 21:35:11 PST
EVA Foam Armor - Helm http://www.instructables.com/id/EVA-Foam-Armor-Helm/
EVA Foam Armor - Helm - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO1/8VVZ/GS3BBWTP/FO18VVZGS3BBWTP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO1/8VVZ/GS3BBWTP/FO18VVZGS3BBWTP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO1/8VVZ/GS3BBWTP/FO18VVZGS3BBWTP.SMALL.jpg SyntheticChelovjek First off, thanks for checking out my tutorial! I'm always open to suggestions and discussion about my process, so please feel free to comment below. Also feel free to comment if you have questions regarding the process, since it's likely my explanations won't make sense to everybody. I make a lot o...
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Fri, 16 Sep 2011 23:01:57 PDT
Raspberry Pi as a DMX light controller http://www.instructables.com/id/Raspberry-Pi-as-a-DMX-light-controller/
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Tue, 2 Oct 2012 12:21:38 PDT
Easy Hollow Horns http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Hollow-Horns/
Easy Hollow Horns - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAS/4OK6/GE39MF8Q/FAS4OK6GE39MF8Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAS/4OK6/GE39MF8Q/FAS4OK6GE39MF8Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAS/4OK6/GE39MF8Q/FAS4OK6GE39MF8Q.SMALL.jpg Dimensionz Our other instructable for hollow horns was very wordy.  So here's a different and easy method using Crayola Model Magic.  Although there are eleven steps, there is not much reading :-) Cost: about $25. This method results in horns that are just as light, but definitely not as strong as the ...
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Mon, 13 Sep 2010 14:34:27 PDT
Our Home-made Halloween Costumes! http://www.instructables.com/id/Our-Home-made-Halloween-Costumes/
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Wed, 7 Nov 2012 20:52:03 PST
The Psychoacoustic Bucket from Hell http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Psychoacoustic-Bucket-from-Hell/
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Wed, 7 Nov 2012 16:40:02 PST
Commander Shepard Steel Reinforced Uniform - Mass Effect 3 http://www.instructables.com/id/Commander-Shepard-Steel-Reinforced-Uniform-Mass-/
Commander Shepard Steel Reinforced Uniform - Mass Effect 3 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/DHT6/H97KN0ZF/FW2DHT6H97KN0ZF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/DHT6/H97KN0ZF/FW2DHT6H97KN0ZF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/DHT6/H97KN0ZF/FW2DHT6H97KN0ZF.SMALL.jpg Cmdr. Vik Hi All, This is my second year making an "epic" Halloween costume. I started work on September 21st 2012 and finished on October 30th.  I based my costume on a uniform from popular video game Mass Effect. It specifically reflects Commander Shepard's non-combat uniform used by default in the openin...
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Tue, 6 Nov 2012 18:22:07 PST
Bug-Catching Spider in Web, Part 1 http://www.instructables.com/id/Bug-Catching-Spider-in-Web-Part-1/
Bug-Catching Spider in Web, Part 1 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5M/M61R/H91LKUOE/F5MM61RH91LKUOE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5M/M61R/H91LKUOE/F5MM61RH91LKUOE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5M/M61R/H91LKUOE/F5MM61RH91LKUOE.SMALL.jpg idesigner4 This project is a collaboration between bhasudha and idesigner4 (me), students in the Fall 2012 course Things That Think (CSCI 7000) at The University of Colorado - Boulder. The story of our bug-catching spider automaton goes like this: A giant evil spider resides in a big web. One day an unfortuna...
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Tue, 6 Nov 2012 08:09:04 PST
Build a Giant Tentacle Monster http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Giant-Tentacle-Monster/
Build a Giant Tentacle Monster - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBX/2CE0/H97JSKWL/FBX2CE0H97JSKWL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBX/2CE0/H97JSKWL/FBX2CE0H97JSKWL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBX/2CE0/H97JSKWL/FBX2CE0H97JSKWL.SMALL.jpg flaming_pele! This Halloween I wanted to build a huge outdoor decoration to compliment our "End of the World" party theme. We have a sewer manhole cover in the corner of our yard, so the idea came to mind to build a large tentacled creature appearing to crawl out of it. When completed it was about 6 feet tall and...
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Wed, 7 Nov 2012 21:54:28 PST
Lion Dog Costume http://www.instructables.com/id/Lion-Dog-Costume/
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Wed, 7 Nov 2012 12:49:09 PST
Syringe in the eye Halloween prosthetic effect http://www.instructables.com/id/Syringe-in-the-eye-Halloween-prosthetic-effect/
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Fri, 2 Nov 2012 21:40:48 PDT
Interactive Magic Mirror with Candy Dispenser http://www.instructables.com/id/Interactive-Magic-Mirror-with-Candy-Dispenser/
Interactive Magic Mirror with Candy Dispenser - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMC/SJG1/H91LG0H8/FMCSJG1H91LG0H8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMC/SJG1/H91LG0H8/FMCSJG1H91LG0H8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMC/SJG1/H91LG0H8/FMCSJG1H91LG0H8.SMALL.jpg noelportugal For Halloween 2012 I created an interactive Magic Mirror. The Magic Mirror has a sonar (PING)))) sensor that detects when kids are are close. Then the mirror says a few random phrases and automatically drops candy to the bucket. I repurposed my Automatic Candy Dispenser from two years ago. The PING)...
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Mon, 5 Nov 2012 18:34:50 PST
Alphonse Elric costume from Fullmetal Alchemist http://www.instructables.com/id/Alphonse-Elric-costume-from-Fullmetal-Alchemist/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHT/JK2M/H8RVCTOS/FHTJK2MH8RVCTOS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHT/JK2M/H8RVCTOS/FHTJK2MH8RVCTOS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHT/JK2M/H8RVCTOS/FHTJK2MH8RVCTOS.SMALL.jpg Tomcat94 "Humankind can not get anything without first giving something in return. To obtain, something of equal value must be lost. That is Alchemy's first law of equlivant exchange. In those days, we really believed that to be the world’s one and only truth." Hello everyone! I'm here to present to you tod...
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Sat, 3 Nov 2012 15:13:11 PDT
Arduino-Controlled Chemical Foam Spewing Pumpkin 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 ...
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Mon, 5 Nov 2012 11:33:57 PST
Make a Toy Soldier Halloween Costume for less than $50 (Or cheaper!) http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Toy-Soldier-Halloween-Costume-for-less-than/
Make a Toy Soldier Halloween Costume for less than $50 (Or cheaper!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3P/HARE/H8TTPISN/F3PHAREH8TTPISN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3P/HARE/H8TTPISN/F3PHAREH8TTPISN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3P/HARE/H8TTPISN/F3PHAREH8TTPISN.SMALL.jpg Santasfinest This instructable will show you how to create a "toy soldier" Halloween costume. Sure to win any local costume contest! But don't keep it all to yourself, get together with a few friends, and create a whole army of soldiers! Supplies! Below is a list of supplies that I used. Feel free to add add...
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Sat, 3 Nov 2012 19:18:43 PDT
Andy Warhol's Marilyn Monroe http://www.instructables.com/id/Andy-Warhols-Marilyn-Monroe/
Andy Warhol's Marilyn Monroe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8C/A8KQ/H8CVGKL4/F8CA8KQH8CVGKL4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8C/A8KQ/H8CVGKL4/F8CA8KQH8CVGKL4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8C/A8KQ/H8CVGKL4/F8CA8KQH8CVGKL4.SMALL.jpg beccaschmehcca I've done some pop art costumes the past few years. This year, I went with an Andy Warhol (both literally and figuratively) for Halloween. For this, I knew I would need: 1 white dress 1 blonde wig (highlighted with yellow and black paint for effect) Pink face paint (I prefer water-based) Black f...
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Thu, 1 Nov 2012 09:18:55 PDT
Floating Spirit Lights http://www.instructables.com/id/Floating-Spirit-Lights/
Floating Spirit Lights - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/OIJN/H8TTPH5L/F9COIJNH8TTPH5L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/OIJN/H8TTPH5L/F9COIJNH8TTPH5L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/OIJN/H8TTPH5L/F9COIJNH8TTPH5L.SMALL.jpg Some Dork We live a little off the beaten path, so getting trick-or-treaters to walk the extra block to our place takes a little work.  Rather than resorting to Hollywood premiere style search lights, this year we floated up some spooky Spirit Lights to try an entice people to make the trek, and it worked ext...
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Sun, 4 Nov 2012 00:25:59 PDT
Latex Wizard Mask http://www.instructables.com/id/Latex-Wizard-Mask/
Latex Wizard Mask - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/P8X0/H8TTOTAK/FM1P8X0H8TTOTAK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/P8X0/H8TTOTAK/FM1P8X0H8TTOTAK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/P8X0/H8TTOTAK/FM1P8X0H8TTOTAK.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo "I am a servant of the Secret Fire, wielder of the flame of Anor. Go back to the shadow. The dark fire will not avail you, flame of Udun! You shall not pass!” Everyone needs to channel a little Gandalf in their life from time to time.  I find my own outbursts to be taken much more seriously when I'...
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Sat, 3 Nov 2012 10:32:26 PDT
Littlest Marty McFly and his Delorean Push Car http://www.instructables.com/id/Littlest-Marty-McFly-and-his-Delorean-Push-Car/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/DDPE/H8MTNAAG/FWTDDPEH8MTNAAG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/DDPE/H8MTNAAG/FWTDDPEH8MTNAAG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/DDPE/H8MTNAAG/FWTDDPEH8MTNAAG.SMALL.jpg cory4281 It all started with a red puffy vest Cooper already had and a side comment from my husband about Marty McFly in late September. I’ve always loved Back to the Future, and love cars since I was little and grew up going to car shows with my Dad; what better way to tote my 1yr old son around on Hallowee...
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Fri, 26 Oct 2012 20:12:42 PDT
Adam and Barbara Maitland Costumes from BeetleJuice! http://www.instructables.com/id/Adam-and-Barbara-Maitland-Costumes-from-BeetleJuic/
Adam and Barbara Maitland Costumes from BeetleJuice! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBS/K88W/H91LKOYG/FBSK88WH91LKOYG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBS/K88W/H91LKOYG/FBSK88WH91LKOYG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBS/K88W/H91LKOYG/FBSK88WH91LKOYG.SMALL.jpg qwertyuiopll For Halloween this year my boyfriend and I decided to go as the Maitlands from Beetle Juice. We are both huge fans of Halloween and Tim Burton and wanted to do a monster mask costume. These costumes are much easier than they look and there is plenty of room for variation to suit individual tastes. T...
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Fri, 2 Nov 2012 15:05:21 PDT
Santee Werewolf http://www.instructables.com/id/Santee-Werewolf/
Santee Werewolf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/6MRY/H91LKPM5/F866MRYH91LKPM5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/6MRY/H91LKPM5/F866MRYH91LKPM5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/6MRY/H91LKPM5/F866MRYH91LKPM5.SMALL.jpg Ballyman The Santee Werewolf is a werewolf I designed and created for the Halloween season. The season lasts all October and into November at my house. This ensures all who enjoy Halloween will get an opportunity to see my latest creations and hopefully have as much fun viewing them as I have had making them...
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Fri, 2 Nov 2012 17:40:32 PDT
Haunted Facade http://www.instructables.com/id/Haunted-Facade/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLE/SWNX/H8CVH1TI/FLESWNXH8CVH1TI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLE/SWNX/H8CVH1TI/FLESWNXH8CVH1TI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLE/SWNX/H8CVH1TI/FLESWNXH8CVH1TI.SMALL.jpg jakel Haunted Facade: Not as dificult as it looks, just time consuming. Materials Needed:      1. QTY 13 - 1/8” plywood      2. Qty 10 - 2x4x12 studs      3. Qty 12+- 2x4x8 studs      4. Qty 6 - 1x2x8      5. QTY 2 - 4x4 ½” foam insulation      6. Battleship gray paint and black paint      7. Jigsaw     ...
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Thu, 1 Nov 2012 18:37:16 PDT
How to make a Victorian/Steampunk 4 Gore Underskirt http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-VictorianSteampunk-4-Gore-Underskir/
How to make a Victorian/Steampunk 4 Gore Underskirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEZ/UP2E/H8RVD781/FEZUP2EH8RVD781.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEZ/UP2E/H8RVD781/FEZUP2EH8RVD781.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEZ/UP2E/H8RVD781/FEZUP2EH8RVD781.SMALL.jpg Janel Norris Please check out my other tutorials, and vote for me in the Halloween Costume Challenge! For more of my costumes please visit www.littlewingsdesign.com/costume.html My store www.etsy.com/shop/ibukij Photos by M.G. Norris Contemporary Photography www.mgnorris.com Sometimes these patterns can be a...
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Fri, 2 Nov 2012 12:56:16 PDT
Beard of Bees Costume http://www.instructables.com/id/Beard-of-Bees-Costume/
Beard of Bees Costume - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/I8GX/H8TTP0GG/FZQI8GXH8TTP0GG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/I8GX/H8TTP0GG/FZQI8GXH8TTP0GG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/I8GX/H8TTP0GG/FZQI8GXH8TTP0GG.SMALL.jpg nsnip This Halloween I decided to make a faux beard of bees, Here is what I did. Building The Mold First I made a template to find out the size of my face using a piece of paper, i just held it up and drew the shape of a beard around my face. Using the template as a guide I made a mold from foamco...
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Thu, 1 Nov 2012 22:55:29 PDT
Android Haunted Mirror http://www.instructables.com/id/Android-Haunted-Mirror/
Android Haunted Mirror - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT8/I4VF/H91LFXP5/FT8I4VFH91LFXP5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT8/I4VF/H91LFXP5/FT8I4VFH91LFXP5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT8/I4VF/H91LFXP5/FT8I4VFH91LFXP5.SMALL.jpg alinke **** Product version of this project at http://ledpixelart.com **** Project Video   Parts Antique Mirror IOIOMint or Droidalyzer IOIO Board RGB Shield for IOIOMint Board - coming shortly from Seeedstudio IR Proximity Sensor 32x32 RGB LED Matrix - coming shortly from Seeedstudio or 16x32 RGB LED...
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Thu, 1 Nov 2012 18:16:10 PDT
frida kahlo costume http://www.instructables.com/id/frida-kahlo-costume/
frida kahlo costume - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO2/R268/H8LVX8ME/FO2R268H8LVX8ME.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO2/R268/H8LVX8ME/FO2R268H8LVX8ME.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO2/R268/H8LVX8ME/FO2R268H8LVX8ME.SMALL.jpg jessyratfink Frida Kahlo is a super easy last minute costume - perfect for Halloween or anytime really. :D She's one of my favorite artists, so I just had to do a Frida Kahlo costume for Halloween! All you really need is some makeup, fake flowers and a good large scarf or shawl. But I'll break it down to show y...
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Thu, 1 Nov 2012 17:10:08 PDT
How to Make an Angel Halo! http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-an-Angel-Halo/
How to Make an Angel Halo! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQH/OL43/GEG58DM4/FQHOL43GEG58DM4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQH/OL43/GEG58DM4/FQHOL43GEG58DM4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQH/OL43/GEG58DM4/FQHOL43GEG58DM4.SMALL.jpg usedeverywhere My name is Emma and I am an intern for UsedEverywhere.com! Since our mascot is the angel (note the halo on the top of the “U” on UsedEverywhere.com) I was given the task of making 50 halos to give out at a golf tournament that we are sponsoring! The amount of stuff you need will obviously vary, as ...
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Mon, 27 Sep 2010 07:31:24 PDT
How to do the Zipper Face costume http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-do-the-Zipper-Face-costume/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPB/2XPF/GXL5XSQ4/FPB2XPFGXL5XSQ4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPB/2XPF/GXL5XSQ4/FPB2XPFGXL5XSQ4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPB/2XPF/GXL5XSQ4/FPB2XPFGXL5XSQ4.SMALL.jpg iamkeebler Yes, I'm trying to lick it. When I say this is cheap and easy... really I mean it! All you need is:   A Zipper Spirit Gum Spirit Gum Remover (you'll want that later) Toilet Paper (The thinner the better) Red Face Paint Dark Eyeliner Gel Blood I think I spent about $12 for the ...
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Tue, 1 Nov 2011 20:42:23 PDT
"Class Clown Delivery" Halloween Illusion Costume http://www.instructables.com/id/Class-Clown-Delivery-Halloween-Illusion-Costume/
"Class Clown Delivery" Halloween Illusion Costume - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/LWP1/H8TTOUNZ/FY8LWP1H8TTOUNZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/LWP1/H8TTOUNZ/FY8LWP1H8TTOUNZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/LWP1/H8TTOUNZ/FY8LWP1H8TTOUNZ.SMALL.jpg Sonata85 Hello! As Halloween approached this year, I wanted to create an "illusion costume" for the students at my school.  I took my inspiration from several posted on YouTube, specifically the "box" costumes.  Since I'm known as the class-clown, I thought it would be a great thing to do! Items you'll nee...
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Tue, 30 Oct 2012 17:01:29 PDT
Cthulhu Costume - Latex Body Suit http://www.instructables.com/id/Cthulhu-Costume-Latex-Body-Suit/
Cthulhu Costume - Latex Body Suit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNO/M7NL/H8RVBJ7B/FNOM7NLH8RVBJ7B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNO/M7NL/H8RVBJ7B/FNOM7NLH8RVBJ7B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNO/M7NL/H8RVBJ7B/FNOM7NLH8RVBJ7B.SMALL.jpg alexthemoviegeek That time of year again. I must follow tradition and make a costume. But what costume could I make this year that would be more complex, more unique, and more impressive? In brainstorming, I was looking at classic designs, like the Alien, and I was reminded of influence that Giger cited, the literat...
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Wed, 31 Oct 2012 16:19:58 PDT
How to make a Smoking Pumpkin http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Smoking-Pumpkin/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK3/6B6K/H8XM1NMD/FK36B6KH8XM1NMD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK3/6B6K/H8XM1NMD/FK36B6KH8XM1NMD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK3/6B6K/H8XM1NMD/FK36B6KH8XM1NMD.SMALL.jpg haxworth How to make a Smoking Pumpkin - Great for your halloween party.
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Wed, 31 Oct 2012 12:24:55 PDT
Big Mouth Halloween Face Paint!!! http://www.instructables.com/id/Big-Mouth-Halloween-Face-Paint/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0D/NQ8Z/H8W1VIHN/F0DNQ8ZH8W1VIHN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0D/NQ8Z/H8W1VIHN/F0DNQ8ZH8W1VIHN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0D/NQ8Z/H8W1VIHN/F0DNQ8ZH8W1VIHN.SMALL.jpg marquino28 I used a cheap Disguise Kit with five Makeup Sticks cost me less than $2 in a near by store and i used my daughter this time because my wife gave me a hard time!!! First i tried to draw a big mouth in a piece of paper until i got an idea on how to do it and then i applied on a real face!! I am sure ...
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Tue, 30 Oct 2012 20:15:54 PDT
How to create a Lichenstein Painting on your face! http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-create-a-Lichenstein-Painting-on-your-face/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRV/4PWZ/H8TTOEHD/FRV4PWZH8TTOEHD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRV/4PWZ/H8TTOEHD/FRV4PWZH8TTOEHD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRV/4PWZ/H8TTOEHD/FRV4PWZH8TTOEHD.SMALL.jpg jennifer1289 The steps to make yourself into a Lichenstein Painting (comic book). 1. Start with the primary color facepaints with black and white. 2. Cover your face in the white facepaint 3. Start to add the red dots in a pattern so it looks like it was painted on a canvas and not a 3d object  4. Then star...
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Wed, 31 Oct 2012 12:18:43 PDT
Iron Man Mark VI Costume http://www.instructables.com/id/Iron-Man-Mark-VI-Costume/
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Tue, 30 Oct 2012 17:39:28 PDT
Ensure Trick-or-Treaters Only Take One from the Please-Take-One Bowl http://www.instructables.com/id/Ensure-Trick-or-Treaters-Only-Take-One-from-the-Pl/
Ensure Trick-or-Treaters Only Take One from the Please-Take-One Bowl - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK6/BPL9/GUBPGKPE/FK6BPL9GUBPGKPE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK6/BPL9/GUBPGKPE/FK6BPL9GUBPGKPE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK6/BPL9/GUBPGKPE/FK6BPL9GUBPGKPE.SMALL.jpg The Papier Boy I have a daughter. She's almost 3. A Halloween dilemma that I have in my house this year is whether to go trick-or-treating with her and my wife or to stay home and give out candy. If I go with my daughter and wife then I would need to leave a "just take one" bowl on the porch and hope that the neig...
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Mon, 31 Oct 2011 06:34:55 PDT