Instructables: exploring - recycle - easy - featured http://www.instructables.com Sat, 18 May 2013 14:19:48 PDT BLOX v1.01 Modular Water Jug Storage Bins 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...
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Tue, 29 Jan 2008 12:45:34 PST
Totally Handmade Cardboard Pendant Lamp. Easy to make. http://www.instructables.com/id/Totally-Handmade-Cardboard-Pendant-Lamp-Easy-to-m/
Totally Handmade Cardboard Pendant Lamp. Easy to make. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/Y8M4/HDOWANCU/FR3Y8M4HDOWANCU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/Y8M4/HDOWANCU/FR3Y8M4HDOWANCU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR3/Y8M4/HDOWANCU/FR3Y8M4HDOWANCU.SMALL.jpg Tarun Upadhyaya Hello Fellows, Here I am again with my latest instructable, an awesome & professional looking pendant lamp made of cardboard, and that too totally handmade, which means you don't need any 3D softwares, laser cutter etc. The best part is , it's very simple and easy to make, and once you finish it no...
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Mon, 4 Mar 2013 04:45:22 PST
Make Mittens from Old Sweaters DIY http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Mittens-from-Old-Sweaters-DIY/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHL/ZQJT/HBNXVJZJ/FHLZQJTHBNXVJZJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHL/ZQJT/HBNXVJZJ/FHLZQJTHBNXVJZJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHL/ZQJT/HBNXVJZJ/FHLZQJTHBNXVJZJ.SMALL.jpg creme de la craft Let's give those shrunken, worn out sweaters a second life by turning them into warm little mittens! With just a few simple materials and the most basic hand stitch you can do, you'll have your very own handcrafted mittens in minutes! Pick a sweater with lots of pattern or add your own decor with bu...
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Sun, 13 Jan 2013 09:51:52 PST
5 minute bird feeder http://www.instructables.com/id/5-minute-bird-feeder/
5 minute bird feeder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIF/EITE/H19RSWOK/FIFEITEH19RSWOK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIF/EITE/H19RSWOK/FIFEITEH19RSWOK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIF/EITE/H19RSWOK/FIFEITEH19RSWOK.SMALL.jpg rrkrose After some brainstorming and realizing that I needed a new bird feeder, I created this for the reuse challenge. It is mostly made from recycled materials and is super quick.  In addition, it cost almost nothing to make. It turned out very well and I can't wait to start seeing birds eating from it. ...
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Fri, 20 Apr 2012 17:36:27 PDT
EXTREMELY Simple "Air Conditioning" http://www.instructables.com/id/EXTREMELY-Simple-Air-Conditioning/
EXTREMELY Simple "Air Conditioning" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/PS6H/GM9QLA8V/FOGPS6HGM9QLA8V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/PS6H/GM9QLA8V/FOGPS6HGM9QLA8V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/PS6H/GM9QLA8V/FOGPS6HGM9QLA8V.SMALL.jpg ducktape.mac            Today i was starting to make fan blades and accidentally found out how to make this amazing... fan... air conditioning... thing!!! It actually works very well; better than i thought it would. It literally took 1 minute to make, and thats only because I didn't think I was going to make thi...
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Sat, 9 Apr 2011 16:53:35 PDT
Toilet Paper Roll Gift Box http://www.instructables.com/id/Toilet-Paper-Roll-Gift-Box/
Toilet Paper Roll Gift Box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1I/TH7F/HANAQAZ7/F1ITH7FHANAQAZ7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1I/TH7F/HANAQAZ7/F1ITH7FHANAQAZ7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1I/TH7F/HANAQAZ7/F1ITH7FHANAQAZ7.SMALL.jpg Little Mom on the Prairie The holidays can tap you out, leaving you to have to be creative with your gift wrap! For small gifts, (or even a kind of Redneck Advent Calendar!) this is a super cheap DIY gift box made from an empty toilet paper roll. It is also a great way to use up those scraps of wrapping paper! Materials: To...
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Thu, 13 Dec 2012 13:40:56 PST
Child's Desk from an Old Kitchen Cabinet http://www.instructables.com/id/Child-s-Desk-from-an-Old-Kitchen-Cabinet/
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Sun, 8 Oct 2006 14:53:01 PDT
Paper Basket Crafting http://www.instructables.com/id/Paper-Basket-Crafting/
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Sun, 18 Nov 2012 04:45:36 PST
DIY Monster Shoes http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Monster-Shoes/
DIY Monster Shoes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK7/YQ5O/H6730WBF/FK7YQ5OH6730WBF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK7/YQ5O/H6730WBF/FK7YQ5OH6730WBF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK7/YQ5O/H6730WBF/FK7YQ5OH6730WBF.SMALL.jpg rrkrose Aren't these adorable? They are made out of tissue boxes, tissue paper, and a green sponge. Lots of recycling going on! These can be made in several colors and are great for boys or girls. I made these for my 9 year old sister and she loves them. These were very easy to make and only took a few hour...
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Sat, 1 Sep 2012 12:36:20 PDT
Shady Shades - DIY Sunglass Curtain! http://www.instructables.com/id/Shady-Shades-DIY-Sunglass-Curtain/
Shady Shades - DIY Sunglass Curtain! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKU/HJS1/H5TUC3NI/FKUHJS1H5TUC3NI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKU/HJS1/H5TUC3NI/FKUHJS1H5TUC3NI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKU/HJS1/H5TUC3NI/FKUHJS1H5TUC3NI.SMALL.jpg maz212 Do you have old sunglasses just lying around?! Why not make a unique, decorative curtain out of the lenses! I love sunglasses and wanted to find a way that I could use all of the old or broken pairs of sunglasses. So I gathered a bunch of pairs from friends and family (16 pairs to be exact) and cre...
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Mon, 13 Aug 2012 20:44:53 PDT
Convert an apron into a tote bag in an hour! http://www.instructables.com/id/Convert-an-apron-into-a-tote-bag-in-an-hour/
Convert an apron into a tote bag in an hour! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ9/W8AQ/GBVJ7ZJI/FZ9W8AQGBVJ7ZJI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ9/W8AQ/GBVJ7ZJI/FZ9W8AQGBVJ7ZJI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ9/W8AQ/GBVJ7ZJI/FZ9W8AQGBVJ7ZJI.SMALL.jpg originalandrea.com I am a consultant for a cooking product company. I was given a free apron, but I'm not really the apron type. I decided to turn my apron into a great logo tote bag for carrying extra catalogs around (logo has been blacked out). It's also a great size for an overnight bag, a reusable grocery bag, et...
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Thu, 22 Jul 2010 09:53:18 PDT
Recycle Old Clothes: Turn White Ribbed Tanks into New Colorful Tops http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Old-Clothes-Turn-White-Ribbed-Tanks-into/
Recycle Old Clothes: Turn White Ribbed Tanks into New Colorful Tops - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3D/5L7B/H4AGJ0IH/F3D5L7BH4AGJ0IH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3D/5L7B/H4AGJ0IH/F3D5L7BH4AGJ0IH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3D/5L7B/H4AGJ0IH/F3D5L7BH4AGJ0IH.SMALL.jpg mynameiskorrine This tutorial will show you how easy it is to recycle clothes! Here we will take a pack of men's ribbed tank tops and dye them. They turn out so cute and are perfect for summer. What You Will Need -A pack of men's tank tops or an old shirt -Rit Dye: pick out any color you choose! You can find th...
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Sat, 7 Jul 2012 09:30:57 PDT
Upcycled Piano Virtuoso Clutch http://www.instructables.com/id/Upcycled-Piano-Virtuoso-Clutch/
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Tue, 12 Jun 2012 06:27:22 PDT
Make a Pin Cushion out of a Vintage Jewelry Box or Coffee Cup http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Pin-Cushion-out-of-a-Vintage-Jewelry-Box-or/
Make a Pin Cushion out of a Vintage Jewelry Box or Coffee Cup - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/PRCX/H2MYJVFQ/FF8PRCXH2MYJVFQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/PRCX/H2MYJVFQ/FF8PRCXH2MYJVFQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/PRCX/H2MYJVFQ/FF8PRCXH2MYJVFQ.SMALL.jpg mynameiskorrine This is a fast and easy way to make a pin cushion. This would make a great gift for any sewing lover. It takes only 10 minutes and looks cute as a button when you're finished! What You Will Need What You Will Need: -Vintage Jewelry Box, Coffee Cup, or anything that is round and has some depth to ...
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Fri, 25 May 2012 23:13:36 PDT
Cheap and Easy Moleskine - "sort of" http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-and-Easy-Moleskine---sort-of/
Cheap and Easy Moleskine - "sort of" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/B8CN/FCEIIWT5/FZNB8CNFCEIIWT5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/B8CN/FCEIIWT5/FZNB8CNFCEIIWT5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/B8CN/FCEIIWT5/FZNB8CNFCEIIWT5.SMALL.jpg arte.sano I love Moleskine journals they are classy and always handy, but a bit pricey for the size (around $12 for one), excellent quality tho. I work in an office were we shamefully spend large amounts of paper, and good one, although always goes to recycle I came with a better idea of making "sort of" mole...
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Sat, 9 Feb 2008 00:39:54 PST
Make a Leather Cuff Bracelet from an Old Belt http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Leather-Cuff-Bracelet-from-an-Old-Belt/
Make a Leather Cuff Bracelet from an Old Belt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0R/1DZN/H1EMHXMO/F0R1DZNH1EMHXMO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0R/1DZN/H1EMHXMO/F0R1DZNH1EMHXMO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0R/1DZN/H1EMHXMO/F0R1DZNH1EMHXMO.SMALL.jpg mynameiskorrine This tutorial is going to show you how to turn an old leather belt into a cuff. I have seen so many awesome leather belts at the thrift store, but most of them were not my size. This project gives me a whole new outlook on leather belts... just turn it into a cuff! What You Will Need What You Wi...
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Wed, 25 Apr 2012 17:36:55 PDT
Old Film Strip Upcycled into a Film Gift Bow http://www.instructables.com/id/Old-Film-Strip-Upcycled-into-a-Film-Gift-Bow/
Old Film Strip Upcycled into a Film Gift Bow - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/2RU2/H1AH6Y5K/F4S2RU2H1AH6Y5K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/2RU2/H1AH6Y5K/F4S2RU2H1AH6Y5K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/2RU2/H1AH6Y5K/F4S2RU2H1AH6Y5K.SMALL.jpg poofrabbit Greetings Instructable fans and fanatics!  Today's 'able will teach you how to use old film and crate a fantastic gift bow!  The school where I work was cleaning house and some old projector film about the moon and planets were getting thrown out.  I snagged them out of the trash before getting dum...
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Sun, 22 Apr 2012 17:31:55 PDT
Customize your shoes! (Toms) http://www.instructables.com/id/Customize-your-shoes-Toms/
Customize your shoes! (Toms) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ6/3GJG/GN4CZUTU/FQ63GJGGN4CZUTU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ6/3GJG/GN4CZUTU/FQ63GJGGN4CZUTU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ6/3GJG/GN4CZUTU/FQ63GJGGN4CZUTU.SMALL.jpg TristaGee I've had this pair of Toms since summer of 2010. As you can imagine, they have gotten pretty torn up - the lining on the outside was ripped, the black was faded... they were in awful shape. Rather than going out and spending $50 on a new pair, I decided I would simply spice up these old guys. I feel...
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Sat, 30 Apr 2011 14:17:52 PDT
Bleach Pen Clothing Designs http://www.instructables.com/id/Bleach-Pen-Clothing-Designs/
Bleach Pen Clothing Designs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6C/ML8W/H0OJ2FL7/F6CML8WH0OJ2FL7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6C/ML8W/H0OJ2FL7/F6CML8WH0OJ2FL7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6C/ML8W/H0OJ2FL7/F6CML8WH0OJ2FL7.SMALL.jpg mynameiskorrine This tutorial will show you how to create hand drawn designs on your clothing by using a bleach pen! My favorite part about this project is how versatile it is. You can use just about any piece of clothing! I chose to use a pair of leggings and a shirt. What You Will Need What You Will Need: -Ble...
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Sat, 7 Apr 2012 14:47:18 PDT
Make your own Vintage Suitcase Coffee Table http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-your-own-Vintage-Suitcase-Coffee-Table/
Make your own Vintage Suitcase Coffee Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG5/RF4P/GZUAGEUY/FG5RF4PGZUAGEUY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG5/RF4P/GZUAGEUY/FG5RF4PGZUAGEUY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG5/RF4P/GZUAGEUY/FG5RF4PGZUAGEUY.SMALL.jpg mynameiskorrine I love, LOVE vintage suitcases. What is better than a vintage suitcase...... A Vintage Suitcase Coffee Table. This project is fairly cheap and takes less than 15 minutes to do! Lets get to it... What You Will Need What You Will Need: Power Drill Vintage Suitcase (Preferably one made of wood. P...
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Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:04:49 PDT
Turn a Baggy Shirt into a Fashion Staple http://www.instructables.com/id/Turn-a-Baggy-Shirt-into-a-Fashion-Staple/
Turn a Baggy Shirt into a Fashion Staple - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/23X9/GZUASOVM/FBL23X9GZUASOVM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/23X9/GZUASOVM/FBL23X9GZUASOVM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/23X9/GZUASOVM/FBL23X9GZUASOVM.SMALL.jpg mynameiskorrine This project is perfect for the thrift store lovers out there. How many times have you found an awesome shirt that was too big? This DIY Project will show you how to turn a baggy shirt into an everyday fashion staple. What You Will Need: -A Baggy shirt (XL is perfect). If you can find a long XL sh...
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Sun, 18 Mar 2012 06:30:58 PDT
Gift Bows (from recycled paper) http://www.instructables.com/id/Gift-Bows-from-recycled-paper/
Gift Bows (from recycled paper) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQY/53KM/GVZOI6B1/FQY53KMGVZOI6B1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQY/53KM/GVZOI6B1/FQY53KMGVZOI6B1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQY/53KM/GVZOI6B1/FQY53KMGVZOI6B1.SMALL.jpg canucksgirl It's inevitable. You are almost finished wrapping gifts and you run out of bows! Now there's no need to run back to the store, or leave out the bow altogether when you can make your own bows with recycled paper. Use left over gift wrap, a magazine page, newspaper, craft paper, scrapbook paper, shee...
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Sun, 11 Dec 2011 19:35:21 PST
How to Make Wooden Bead Ornaments http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Beaded-Wood-Ornaments/
How to Make Wooden Bead Ornaments - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5R/HK73/GVZOHWOP/F5RHK73GVZOHWOP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5R/HK73/GVZOHWOP/F5RHK73GVZOHWOP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5R/HK73/GVZOHWOP/F5RHK73GVZOHWOP.SMALL.jpg iamkeebler Ok, so here is a super simple and easy way to make some natural and rustic looking ornaments. Are you ready for this? If you blink you might miss this tutorial because it's just that simple! What you'll need: Wooden beads Twine Scissors First step... cut a piece of twine (or you can two pi...
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Fri, 9 Dec 2011 21:24:52 PST
Recycled T-Shirt Scarf http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-T-Shirt-Scarf/
Recycled T-Shirt Scarf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ7/NLKW/GV1HFHQY/FZ7NLKWGV1HFHQY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ7/NLKW/GV1HFHQY/FZ7NLKWGV1HFHQY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ7/NLKW/GV1HFHQY/FZ7NLKWGV1HFHQY.SMALL.jpg iamkeebler This is a super simple way to use up some old t-shirts that you have lying around. It really only takes about 10 minutes to turn an old t-shirt into a super cute scarf! So here is the step by step! What You'll Need What you need is an old t-shirt (with no seams down the side), a good pair of scis...
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Wed, 16 Nov 2011 06:32:43 PST
Nice and easy cardboard decorations http://www.instructables.com/id/Nice-and-easy-cardboard-decorations/
Nice and easy cardboard decorations - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/THP6/GU1I4K93/FOBTHP6GU1I4K93.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/THP6/GU1I4K93/FOBTHP6GU1I4K93.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/THP6/GU1I4K93/FOBTHP6GU1I4K93.SMALL.jpg elimasmx Here I'll show you how to do nice, easy and practically free cardboard decorations. Now, find some corrugated cardboard and get to work! Get your stuff You will need some corrugated cardboard, a pencil and an x-acto knife or cutter. I prefer the one that has only one blade because it is sharper a...
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Sun, 23 Oct 2011 00:07:05 PDT
DIY Fake nails: Beverage can nails http://www.instructables.com/id/Beverage-can-nails/
DIY Fake nails: Beverage can nails - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0W/CMLP/GTXKAPH3/F0WCMLPGTXKAPH3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0W/CMLP/GTXKAPH3/F0WCMLPGTXKAPH3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0W/CMLP/GTXKAPH3/F0WCMLPGTXKAPH3.SMALL.jpg elimasmx Have you ever loved a drink so much that you wanted to show it on your nails? Anyways I'll show you how to get this awesome nails so you can go and show them off at that party tonight. Believe it or not some cans have really cool designs that look stunning on your fingers (: And the best part: you ...
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Tue, 18 Oct 2011 21:16:40 PDT
How to convert a T-shirt into a Bikini Cover up http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-convert-a-T-shirt-into-a-Bikini-Cover-up/
How to convert a T-shirt into a Bikini Cover up - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F36/VTTZ/GOL8AS3Y/F36VTTZGOL8AS3Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F36/VTTZ/GOL8AS3Y/F36VTTZGOL8AS3Y.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F36/VTTZ/GOL8AS3Y/F36VTTZGOL8AS3Y.SMALL.jpg giannyl I'm sure you have the one big t-shirt that you never wear, well on this tutorial I give you an idea on how to convert it into a bikini cover up! You will need. T-shirt. Elastic band. Sewing machine. Scissors First Step Let's start! It's very easy! Picture #1: First you need to cut the ...
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Mon, 6 Jun 2011 12:19:09 PDT
Fluffy Frosty http://www.instructables.com/id/Fluffy-Frosty/
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Thu, 2 Dec 2010 09:45:03 PST
Fragrant Mint Wreath http://www.instructables.com/id/Fragrant-Mint-Wreath/
Fragrant Mint Wreath - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9P/KJML/GGMMM2JA/F9PKJMLGGMMM2JA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9P/KJML/GGMMM2JA/F9PKJMLGGMMM2JA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9P/KJML/GGMMM2JA/F9PKJMLGGMMM2JA.SMALL.jpg muddysuzi My mint plant has taken over the garden, plus I need a pretty wreath for the holiday season.  Let's put this aggressive plant to good use. Get everything together You will need: -old cardboard big enough to cut your wreath frame out of, the size is up to you -duct tape, any color -scissors -mint...
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Thu, 18 Nov 2010 15:51:30 PST
Recycled Lady Gaga Halloween Outfit with Larissa Riquelme http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Lady-Gaga-Halloween-Outfit-with-Larissa-R/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVG/966T/GEE03TRC/FVG966TGEE03TRC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVG/966T/GEE03TRC/FVG966TGEE03TRC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVG/966T/GEE03TRC/FVG966TGEE03TRC.SMALL.jpg giannyl This Halloween you can't miss dressing like the diva everyone is talking about! Crazy outfit and hairdo like Lady Gaga! Thanks to @Lari_Riquelme for modeling!
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Wed, 22 Sep 2010 14:38:24 PDT
Recycled Rear Mudguard http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Rear-Mudguard/
Recycled Rear Mudguard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F49/F961/G5KP91QC/F49F961G5KP91QC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F49/F961/G5KP91QC/F49F961G5KP91QC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F49/F961/G5KP91QC/F49F961G5KP91QC.SMALL.jpg BillieGene This is a quick hack I just thought of to make a rear mudguard for the rainy season. It should be noted that this setup may be only suitable for those with a unused rear brake bridge like those cycling fixed gear bikes or those with disc brakes. The reason for this is that the guard is mounted on th...
By: BillieGene

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Sat, 13 Feb 2010 08:52:53 PST
Sew Easy Hat From Old Sweater http://www.instructables.com/id/Sew-Easy-Hat-From-Old-Sweater/
Sew Easy Hat From Old Sweater - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJM/SD5M/G5703XU3/FJMSD5MG5703XU3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJM/SD5M/G5703XU3/FJMSD5MG5703XU3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJM/SD5M/G5703XU3/FJMSD5MG5703XU3.SMALL.jpg candacebrown With an old wool sweater and fleece hoodie you can make a warm pill box hat in less than a day. This sweater has several moth holes but is 100% lambswool so it's very soft.  Even though it is soft, line the hat with a complementary  or contrasting colored fleece to prevent any itchy ears.  The strip...
By: candacebrown

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Fri, 5 Feb 2010 15:53:00 PST
15 Minute Bamboo Easel http://www.instructables.com/id/15-Minute-Bamboo-Easel/
15 Minute Bamboo Easel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU6/ICWO/G50U25KK/FU6ICWOG50U25KK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU6/ICWO/G50U25KK/FU6ICWOG50U25KK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU6/ICWO/G50U25KK/FU6ICWOG50U25KK.SMALL.jpg drinkmorecoffee Here's an easel you can make from bamboo for virtually free! I built this in about 15 or 20 minutes, give or take. It's a full-sized easel, and is surprisingly stable! Materials & Tools You will need:  Bamboo (2 pieces that are roughly equal in diameter, 1 piece for the third leg, and a...
By: drinkmorecoffee

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Thu, 28 Jan 2010 18:51:07 PST
Weld a Spoon Flower! http://www.instructables.com/id/Weld-a-Spoon-Flower/
Weld a Spoon Flower! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/SB2J/FWI9UXVM/F8YSB2JFWI9UXVM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/SB2J/FWI9UXVM/F8YSB2JFWI9UXVM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/SB2J/FWI9UXVM/F8YSB2JFWI9UXVM.SMALL.jpg blrplt1 Create an attractive trash-to-treasure flower to put in your flower bed or urban garden! This is a neat little metal sculpture project that you can complete in just a few hours, but will add some permanent shine wherever you plant it!Credit for this idea goes to an unknown metal artist I saw at the ...
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Mon, 29 Jun 2009 20:02:51 PDT
Steampunk Leather Skypirate Helmet (wizard skullcap) costume http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Leather-Skypirate-Helmet-wizard-skullca/
Steampunk Leather Skypirate Helmet (wizard skullcap) costume - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVO/IFS7/FW4JNJ0T/FVOIFS7FW4JNJ0T.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVO/IFS7/FW4JNJ0T/FVOIFS7FW4JNJ0T.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVO/IFS7/FW4JNJ0T/FVOIFS7FW4JNJ0T.SMALL.jpg solipsism This will be an easy way to turn a leather purse into a fantastic steampunk skypirate leather helmet / renaissance faire skullcap. Tools Unless you have a good sewing machine you can make this all by hand in a few hours.You will need:needlethreadscissorsleather punch (recommended) Select a purs...
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Fri, 19 Jun 2009 13:39:13 PDT
How To Make A Low Tech Timer Switch. http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-A-Low-Tech-Timer-Switch/
How To Make A Low Tech Timer Switch. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/9D8Q/FT3K4FCB/FNZ9D8QFT3K4FCB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/9D8Q/FT3K4FCB/FNZ9D8QFT3K4FCB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNZ/9D8Q/FT3K4FCB/FNZ9D8QFT3K4FCB.SMALL.jpg liam01 This is an Instructable to make a very low tech timer switch. mine goes off once every 12 hours for about 3 minutes. I made this because i not really that good with electronics but still wanted a cheap timer. This is just the prototype and i hope to make a much more permanent one when i have the tim...
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Sat, 4 Apr 2009 12:23:00 PDT
Quick and easy homestead uses for Plastic Bottles (PET) http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-and-easy-homestead-uses-for-Plastic-Bottles-/
Quick and easy homestead uses for Plastic Bottles (PET) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/0N0T/FQMXBJ5U/FRC0N0TFQMXBJ5U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/0N0T/FQMXBJ5U/FRC0N0TFQMXBJ5U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/0N0T/FQMXBJ5U/FRC0N0TFQMXBJ5U.SMALL.jpg velacreations In the not too distant past, you would buy milk, sodas, etc. in glass bottles which you would return to the store to be sterilized and used again. Now, with our disposable culture, plastic bottles have replaced this system and have consequently become one of the many banes of the landfills. We need ...
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Sun, 1 Feb 2009 17:34:55 PST
Turn your jeans into earth friendly sandals http://www.instructables.com/id/Turn-your-jeans-into-earth-friendly-sandals-1/
Turn your jeans into earth friendly sandals - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/U0WL/FNNJYCT3/F6EU0WLFNNJYCT3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/U0WL/FNNJYCT3/F6EU0WLFNNJYCT3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/U0WL/FNNJYCT3/F6EU0WLFNNJYCT3.SMALL.jpg giannyl In these hard times, you can count on me to show you ways to both save money and continue to be stylish. One such way is to turn an old pair of jeans into a fun pair of sandals. These are cheap, easy to make, earth friendly and most importantly, cute. Materials You will need:1. A pair of jeans2...
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Mon, 8 Dec 2008 12:49:53 PST
How to Make an Apron out of Old Jeans http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-an-Apron-out-of-Old-Jeans/
How to Make an Apron out of Old Jeans - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUI/XLS1/FHPVYHR1/FUIXLS1FHPVYHR1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUI/XLS1/FHPVYHR1/FUIXLS1FHPVYHR1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUI/XLS1/FHPVYHR1/FUIXLS1FHPVYHR1.SMALL.jpg threadbanger Threadbanger has been flooded with questions of what to do with old jeans, here is one concoction that won't leave you messy in the kitchen! On this episode of Decor it Yourself, Meg shows us how to make an apron out of an old pair of jeans. For more information and live-action details, check out t...
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Mon, 23 Jun 2008 11:00:57 PDT
Going Green! A couple things you can do to help the environment. http://www.instructables.com/id/Going-Green!-A-couple-things-you-can-do-to-help-th/
Going Green! A couple things you can do to help the environment. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F12/AACY/F4GVCSSN/F12AACYF4GVCSSN.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F12/AACY/F4GVCSSN/F12AACYF4GVCSSN.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F12/AACY/F4GVCSSN/F12AACYF4GVCSSN.SMALL.jpg g0pher Preserving the environment we live in is a huge task. If we all pitch in, and take a couple small green steps, collectively, we will make a huge impact on our environment. My biology teacher told our class one day that huge ecological disasters, for example, the Exxon Valdez, is dwarfed in comparis...
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Mon, 23 Jul 2007 19:48:26 PDT
How to recycle old audio tapes into greeting cards! http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-recycle-old-audio-tapes-into-greeting-cards/
How to recycle old audio tapes into greeting cards! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOJ/Q81D/FFRD40JV/FOJQ81DFFRD40JV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOJ/Q81D/FFRD40JV/FOJQ81DFFRD40JV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOJ/Q81D/FFRD40JV/FOJQ81DFFRD40JV.SMALL.jpg knittingmette have fun and use all your old audio tapes... who listen to them anymore??? ;-)) flower 1 you need: scissors glue a crochet hook plastic ring ( one for every flower - from bottles) ...and of course: an old audio tape and some paperboard for the greeting card what to do: make a look with the tape ...
By: knittingmette

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Sun, 4 May 2008 08:11:10 PDT
Vamp Your Amps http://www.instructables.com/id/Vamp-Your-Amps/
Vamp Your Amps - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNR/3S4W/FCZERFAN/FNR3S4WFCZERFAN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNR/3S4W/FCZERFAN/FNR3S4WFCZERFAN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNR/3S4W/FCZERFAN/FNR3S4WFCZERFAN.SMALL.jpg Valche A quick and easy way to change the fabric covering on many speakers and breath some new life into your workspace! (First instructable, comments and criticisms appreciated!) The Goods (Materials and Tools) As you'll see in the pictures, this project doesn't require very much, and it can be safel...
By: Valche

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Sat, 23 Feb 2008 17:50:01 PST
How to build a Boat made of Trash & Recyclables! http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-a-Boat-made-of-Trash--Recyclables/
How to build a Boat made of Trash & Recyclables! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJE/U224/FC2BTORS/FJEU224FC2BTORS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJE/U224/FC2BTORS/FJEU224FC2BTORS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJE/U224/FC2BTORS/FJEU224FC2BTORS.SMALL.jpg jrobinson We are hosting a Recycled Boat building contest @ Saluda Shoals Park in Columbia SC. This is a quickie guide on how to make a boat. This is just an example. Go out and find your own trash! Building a boat can be a great activity for the whole family to enjoy!! Check out my new blog athttp://thesalud...
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Sun, 3 Feb 2008 11:14:32 PST
"Play Food" cards for imaginative kitchen play http://www.instructables.com/id/Play-Food-cards-for-imaginative-kitchen-play/
"Play Food" cards for imaginative kitchen play - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FF7/660D/F7A23KY1/FF7660DF7A23KY1.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FF7/660D/F7A23KY1/FF7660DF7A23KY1.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FF7/660D/F7A23KY1/FF7660DF7A23KY1.SMALL.jpg jauncourt This is a ridiculously basic how-to. Simply put, it is upcycling brightly colored, realistic images from food packaging into realistic looking, free, recycleable, toy foods for children to play with during imaginative food-related play (kitchen, restaurant, tea party, etc). The main image is a sele...
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Tue, 2 Oct 2007 12:55:10 PDT
Recycled Takeout Container Planter http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Takeout-Container-Planter/
Recycled Takeout Container Planter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FQX/D556/F11S8SKP/FQXD556F11S8SKP.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FQX/D556/F11S8SKP/FQXD556F11S8SKP.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FQX/D556/F11S8SKP/FQXD556F11S8SKP.SMALL.jpg randofo Takeout containers are both wonderfully water-resistant and stylish. This makes them ideal for putting plants in and leaving them on a windowsill. I'm hoping that the recycled takeout container planter, in conjunction with the Venus flytrap, will both liven up my living situation and rid me of tho...
By: randofo

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Mon, 30 Apr 2007 14:02:09 PDT