http://www.instructables.com Sat, 2 Jun 2012 13:39:00 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Build-a-Soda-Can-Heater/
How to Build a Soda Can Heater - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/W28A/GF06T23Z/FFNW28AGF06T23Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/W28A/GF06T23Z/FFNW28AGF06T23Z.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/W28A/GF06T23Z/FFNW28AGF06T23Z.SMALL.jpg falling_stone Soda Can Solar Space heater This is a basic "how to" on creating your own soda can space heater. Several videos can be found on the net, but none of them really provide a step by step guide. I put this entire unit together with about 10 total hours of actual labor. If you have a source of cans, lum...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 9 Oct 2010 09:28:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Patio-Tabletop-Made-From-Reclaimed-Deck-Wood/
Patio Tabletop Made From Reclaimed Deck Wood - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/YMSJ/H11WJBU2/FJOYMSJH11WJBU2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/YMSJ/H11WJBU2/FJOYMSJH11WJBU2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/YMSJ/H11WJBU2/FJOYMSJH11WJBU2.SMALL.jpg HunterTX81 I should first start out by saying that although this is somewhat of a "step-by-step" instructable, I'm not really going into complete detail on all the exact dimensions.  Not because I'm lazy, but because I customized this table top to fit on an existing patio table frame that I currently have (at ...
By: HunterTX81

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 Apr 2012 17:56:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Glass-Bottle-Lamp-Using-Fire/
Make a Glass Bottle Lamp Using Fire - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/302X/H0KKG1AC/FY8302XH0KKG1AC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/302X/H0KKG1AC/FY8302XH0KKG1AC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/302X/H0KKG1AC/FY8302XH0KKG1AC.SMALL.jpg blackbird90 Need more light? Have extra glass bottles laying around? Want to recycle? This Instructable will show you how to make your very own glass bottle lamp for around 5 dollars. What You Need Materials and Tools Recommended Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)             Safety Glasses           ...
By: blackbird90

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 4 Apr 2012 10:44:05 PDT 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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG5/RF4P/GZUAGEUY/FG5RF4PGZUAGEUY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG5/RF4P/GZUAGEUY/FG5RF4PGZUAGEUY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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...
By: mynameiskorrine

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:04:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Go-Green-Upside-Down-Hanging-Planters/
Go Green Upside Down Hanging Planters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF1/OJGH/FPQLJU3N/FF1OJGHFPQLJU3N.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF1/OJGH/FPQLJU3N/FF1OJGHFPQLJU3N.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF1/OJGH/FPQLJU3N/FF1OJGHFPQLJU3N.SMALL.jpg DebH57 Remember when the Topsy Turvy Hanging Tomato Plant commercial seemed to run incessantly on T.V.? What it really amounted to was a plastic green bag with plastic rings at the top and bottom with a hole for the plant to go through and a hanger.The concept is that it keeps plants off the ground away fr...
By: DebH57

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 9 Jan 2009 19:27:42 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Steel-Vase-Step-by-Step/
How to Make a Steel Vase - Step by Step - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGL/A4JP/GZUB3J4J/FGLA4JPGZUB3J4J.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGL/A4JP/GZUB3J4J/FGLA4JPGZUB3J4J.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGL/A4JP/GZUB3J4J/FGLA4JPGZUB3J4J.SMALL.jpg cammers I really enjoy turning scrap steel into objects that some people might find beautiful. The first picture shows a few of my pieces. I normally give my work away to friends, or trade it for something completely different that, for example, a friend has created. I have had some success using flat ste...
By: cammers

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Mar 2012 05:00:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Self-regulating-watering-system/
Self-regulating watering system - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRG/2UZR/GZDY796E/FRG2UZRGZDY796E.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRG/2UZR/GZDY796E/FRG2UZRGZDY796E.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRG/2UZR/GZDY796E/FRG2UZRGZDY796E.SMALL.jpg gkaneto In short: this method uses the technology of some bird water bottles (like this). Additionally, you'll also use some communicating vessels.  The basic idea is drawn in pic #1. To make it, you'll need: - plastic bottle with cap - pot plate - tubing (about 3 to 5 mm of internal diameter) How to do...
By: gkaneto

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 3 Mar 2012 10:07:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/iPhone-desk-stand/
iPhone desk stand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEU/RG3B/GYQESZ0X/FEURG3BGYQESZ0X.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEU/RG3B/GYQESZ0X/FEURG3BGYQESZ0X.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEU/RG3B/GYQESZ0X/FEURG3BGYQESZ0X.SMALL.jpg makedo-able Since our laptop stand instructable was such a hot topic on Instructables, here’s our sequel. Don’t know what to do with your iPhone box after you have opened it? Re-use your iPhone box and Makedo's reusable pins and clips available at mymakedo.com to make this simple iphone stand for your desk. If...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 16:57:53 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Makedo-laptop-stand/
Makedo laptop stand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6M/TYIG/GWF5U3I0/F6MTYIGGWF5U3I0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6M/TYIG/GWF5U3I0/F6MTYIGGWF5U3I0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6M/TYIG/GWF5U3I0/F6MTYIGGWF5U3I0.SMALL.jpg makedo-able Build a cardboard laptop stand that keeps all the cables in place with no tangles. A must for everyone with a laptop. All you need is a box and Makedo re-pins and re-clips available at mymakedo.com. This instructable was designed by Tanaka Satoshi, Makedo's master maker in Japan. Find Source a c...
By: makedo-able

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 Feb 2012 15:36:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/10-of-1000-Uses-for-Old-Bicycle-Tubes/
Several of 1000 Uses for Old Bicycle Tubes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE5/HX48/FC2BTX9E/FE5HX48FC2BTX9E.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE5/HX48/FC2BTX9E/FE5HX48FC2BTX9E.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE5/HX48/FC2BTX9E/FE5HX48FC2BTX9E.SMALL.jpg Tommi Potx Our throw away society has begun to irritate me. Therefore, I have become a COB (Cheap Old Bastard). I grew up in an era when you made do; you didn't throw it away or buy a new one, just because one bit broke. So, welcome to the Tommi Potx COB Recycling School. I carry a bit of inner tube, paracord,...
By: Tommi Potx

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 7 Feb 2008 15:10:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Orange-Candle/
Orange Candle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F59/I5MR/GX106U2U/F59I5MRGX106U2U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F59/I5MR/GX106U2U/F59I5MRGX106U2U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F59/I5MR/GX106U2U/F59I5MRGX106U2U.SMALL.jpg DualPhase This instructable will show how to make a candle from any citrus and kitchen oil in minutes. Materials & Tools 1) Orange, Grapefruit, Lemon 2) Knife 3) Any type of oil, Vegetable, Olive, Canola, etc. Remove the Middle Remove / eat the middle portion of the orange being careful to leave the...
By: DualPhase

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Jan 2012 20:20:43 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Repurposed-Etched-Glass-Spice-Jars/
Repurposed Etched Glass Spice Jars... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2S/UDK0/GVOX0IG2/F2SUDK0GVOX0IG2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2S/UDK0/GVOX0IG2/F2SUDK0GVOX0IG2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2S/UDK0/GVOX0IG2/F2SUDK0GVOX0IG2.SMALL.jpg WUVIE As an avid recycler, I often find myself admiring the numerous boxes of glass bottles in our garage, awaiting their fate. When I noticed more than a dozen empty bottles from one particular product, I knew I had a problem there must be something else I could do other than toss them into a recycling b...
By: WUVIE

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Dec 2011 15:26:47 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Makedo-Christmas-tree/
Makedo Christmas tree - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEG/4MNM/GVIYNBNI/FEG4MNMGVIYNBNI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEG/4MNM/GVIYNBNI/FEG4MNMGVIYNBNI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEG/4MNM/GVIYNBNI/FEG4MNMGVIYNBNI.SMALL.jpg makedo-able Create your own Makedo Christmas tree these holidays. All you have to do is download the template file available here on instructables and go to mymakedo.com for a Makedo KIT for THREE. Makedo Christmas tree template! Download this template file to start making your Makedo Christmas tree. :) Cu...
By: makedo-able

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 Nov 2011 19:37:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-a-SOLAR-BOTTLE-BULB/
How to build a SOLAR BOTTLE BULB - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK5/2M6M/GTGCR130/FK52M6MGTGCR130.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK5/2M6M/GTGCR130/FK52M6MGTGCR130.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK5/2M6M/GTGCR130/FK52M6MGTGCR130.SMALL.jpg liwanag Light up dark areas in your home during daytime using this green and sustainable concept. Recycle used clear plastic soda bottles, add water+bleach, then install. After installation this solar light bulb can provide approximately 55 watts of light from the sun!  The comments below ha...
By: liwanag

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 12 Oct 2011 06:12:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Drink-Can-Butterflies/
Drink Can Butterflies - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMR/V8BK/GSMZ88DL/FMRV8BKGSMZ88DL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMR/V8BK/GSMZ88DL/FMRV8BKGSMZ88DL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMR/V8BK/GSMZ88DL/FMRV8BKGSMZ88DL.SMALL.jpg clintonmc For some time and for reasons I'm not entirely sure of, I have been trying to find a good use for used soda cans. I have tried making a mini chest of draws, gift boxes (there is a very good Instructable by Mangetout for that) and cookie cutters, the latter worked very well and went down a treat when...
By: clintonmc

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Sep 2011 04:39:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Beat-the-summer-heat/
Beat the summer heat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPU/44IZ/GPBDF9HT/FPU44IZGPBDF9HT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPU/44IZ/GPBDF9HT/FPU44IZGPBDF9HT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPU/44IZ/GPBDF9HT/FPU44IZGPBDF9HT.SMALL.jpg bobby sissom This is the current stage of a five year project(it is constantly changing). The reason it changes,i have a.d.d. and can never make up my mind. What once started out as a pool is now an outdoor water tub. I ramble a lot,as this instructable will prove,but if you want to get to the good stuf...
By: bobby sissom

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 6 Aug 2011 21:02:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tesla-CD-Turbine-With-Scary-Steampunk-Laser-Pumpki/
Tesla CD Turbine With Scary Steampunk Laser PumpkinCutter Attachment - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXU/5FXJ/F8JUSYO5/FXU5FXJF8JUSYO5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXU/5FXJ/F8JUSYO5/FXU5FXJF8JUSYO5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXU/5FXJ/F8JUSYO5/FXU5FXJF8JUSYO5.SMALL.jpg mrfixitrick If you wanna build something high tech, truly scary, cheap, and relatively easy for Halloween, this Steampunk Tesla CD Turbine is it! It uses recycled CD's, Neodymium magnets and a Magnetic Coupling to power tools and implements. You can order the BEST neodymium super-magnets here: http://www.kjmag...
By: mrfixitrick

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Nov 2007 06:18:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycle-old-bottles-to-various-usefull-things/
Recycle old bottles to various useful things - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6B/3BFF/G9NH8M3G/F6B3BFFG9NH8M3G.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6B/3BFF/G9NH8M3G/F6B3BFFG9NH8M3G.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6B/3BFF/G9NH8M3G/F6B3BFFG9NH8M3G.SMALL.jpg andyk75 This instructable is about a rather old project of mine. But as it seems, it didn't get too popular since then. I hope it changes after the submission of this instructable. So what is it about?  The main idea describes how to clearly cut off the bottom from any glass bottles and then reuse it for so...
By: andyk75

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Jul 2011 08:55:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Upcycle-a-Mens-Shirt-into-a-Retro-Summer-Blouse/
Upcycle a Men's Shirt into a Retro Summer Blouse - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQX/ECX4/GOOP58L2/FQXECX4GOOP58L2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQX/ECX4/GOOP58L2/FQXECX4GOOP58L2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQX/ECX4/GOOP58L2/FQXECX4GOOP58L2.SMALL.jpg vintagebobbin Don't have a lot of cash? Or time? Get one of your boyfriend's or father's old shirts, make sure it's not one of his favorites (or do if it belongs to your ex-boyfriend or annoying brother) and make it into a nice top for summer. Only takes a hour or so. This tutorial is perfect for a beginner need...
By: vintagebobbin

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 Jun 2011 21:00:25 PDT 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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F36/VTTZ/GOL8AS3Y/F36VTTZGOL8AS3Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F36/VTTZ/GOL8AS3Y/F36VTTZGOL8AS3Y.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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 ...
By: giannyl

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Jun 2011 12:19:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycle-a-Book-into-iPad-Stealth-Case/
Recycle a Book into an iPad Stealth Case - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH7/5A5Z/GOFFXQHG/FH75A5ZGOFFXQHG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH7/5A5Z/GOFFXQHG/FH75A5ZGOFFXQHG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH7/5A5Z/GOFFXQHG/FH75A5ZGOFFXQHG.SMALL.jpg tewharau Sometimes you don't want everyone to know you are carrying around your iPad.  No one will notice that you are carrying a book, especially if it is a 1970s ex-library copy of "New Zealand in Colour."  With a hobby knife, a paper clip, and a bit of patience, you will be able to recycle the very thing ...
By: tewharau

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 Jun 2011 18:06:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Modular-Water-Jug-Storage-Bins/
Modular Water Jug Storage Bins - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/56FH/FC00OU1R/FKD56FHFC00OU1R.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKD/56FH/FC00OU1R/FKD56FHFC00OU1R.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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/Recycled-Dress/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/BV4H/GKXTXDPN/F7HBV4HGKXTXDPN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/BV4H/GKXTXDPN/F7HBV4HGKXTXDPN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7H/BV4H/GKXTXDPN/F7HBV4HGKXTXDPN.SMALL.jpg BriannaSchmall This dress is made completely out of recycled materials. Although it's a bit time consuming, it's absolutely FREE! Materials Used: Top: - Newspaper - Glossy Mod Podge (you can get this at walmart, hobby lobby or you can make it yourself) Cut out the frame of the top from newspaper. Begin to deco...
By: BriannaSchmall

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 Mar 2011 03:05:53 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Food-Dehydrator/
Recycled Parts Food Dehydrator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS6/KGIK/GJHV9BEH/FS6KGIKGJHV9BEH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS6/KGIK/GJHV9BEH/FS6KGIKGJHV9BEH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS6/KGIK/GJHV9BEH/FS6KGIKGJHV9BEH.SMALL.jpg fozzy13    During one of my many voyages traveling the internet I stumbled across food dehydrators, and thought they were cool.  It also seemed apparent that it was fairly easy to build a functional one and start drying fruits, vegetables, and jerky.  I simply had to make one.    This Instructable is showi...
By: fozzy13

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 Feb 2011 15:32:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Seat-for-a-walker/
Seat for a walker - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3B/L4GO/GJPJHHIF/F3BL4GOGJPJHHIF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3B/L4GO/GJPJHHIF/F3BL4GOGJPJHHIF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3B/L4GO/GJPJHHIF/F3BL4GOGJPJHHIF.SMALL.jpg nneul I have a friend who has a disability. She tires easily and when she does she has a difficult time finding a place to sit when she needs it. I came up with this design that would be lightweight, removable, secure, could be hand washed, and would not be in the way when attached. The seat portion was ...
By: nneul

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 Feb 2011 10:59:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/T-shirt-Skirt/
T-shirt Skirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWV/QPXR/F44CIHH5/FWVQPXRF44CIHH5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWV/QPXR/F44CIHH5/FWVQPXRF44CIHH5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWV/QPXR/F44CIHH5/FWVQPXRF44CIHH5.SMALL.jpg jubilee This is a skirt that you customize for yourself. You can make the panels out of old t-shirts, old lace or you can buy all the materials if you want. It's fun to be resourceful and recycle. You can get really creative with the panels and do a theme...like Harley Davidson T-shirts. It doesn't have...
By: jubilee

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 14 Jul 2007 22:00:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tiffin-Box-from-Tuna-Cans/
Tiffin Box from Tuna Cans - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYH/HH0M/GI0TKI18/FYHHH0MGI0TKI18.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYH/HH0M/GI0TKI18/FYHHH0MGI0TKI18.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYH/HH0M/GI0TKI18/FYHHH0MGI0TKI18.SMALL.jpg calischs A tiffin box is a small lunchbox used to carry a tiffin, or light meal.  The lunchbox consists of a stack of steel or ceramic compartments for each food item.  According to wikipedia, the term originated in colonial India, and today in Mumbai there exists a complex network tiffin-boxed lunch deliver...
By: calischs

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 5 Jan 2011 15:41:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Car-stereo-PC-power-supply-with-pizzazz/
Car stereo PC power supply mod with pizzazz - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/BRFV/GHRSTKH3/FPWBRFVGHRSTKH3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/BRFV/GHRSTKH3/FPWBRFVGHRSTKH3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/BRFV/GHRSTKH3/FPWBRFVGHRSTKH3.SMALL.jpg iminthebathroom Now many have used computer power supplies to run various devices in the past, car stereo equipment included.  I wanted to do one that had a little style to it, yet didn’t break the bank.  It had to be able to fit in with a variety of décor, as I wanted it to be portable.  One could easily take m...
By: iminthebathroom

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Dec 2010 22:42:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Knotted-Double-Layered-Scarf-from-XL-Mens-te/
DIY: Knotted Double-Layered Scarf from XL Men's tee - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9N/IJNT/GFRWQ273/F9NIJNTGFRWQ273.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9N/IJNT/GFRWQ273/F9NIJNTGFRWQ273.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9N/IJNT/GFRWQ273/F9NIJNTGFRWQ273.SMALL.jpg gwenstella I got the XL Men’s tee from a discount store for just $2. The scarf was inspired by the Knotted Loop Scarf by Country Road. It costs 69.95AUD! (-_-x) Materials required: 1 XL tee A pair of scissors Sewing tools (either a sewing machine for a quickie or needle and thread if you want to do hand sewin...
By: gwenstella

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Oct 2010 01:32:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Designer-vases-from-used-coffee-cups/
Designer vases from used coffee cups - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8O/PX4E/GGPF4KJU/F8OPX4EGGPF4KJU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8O/PX4E/GGPF4KJU/F8OPX4EGGPF4KJU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8O/PX4E/GGPF4KJU/F8OPX4EGGPF4KJU.SMALL.jpg makendo Styrofoam cups are light, cheap, and insulating, but flimsy and rarely recycled. Here's a way of transforming a used styrofoam cup into a similarly-sized vase of your own design. It costs nothing, only takes a few minutes, is ridiculously easy to do, and every vase/pot will be unique. It's an intere...
By: makendo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 Dec 2010 11:48:42 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Tinkerbell-Costume-From-a-T-Shirt/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN1/UZLM/G145RLQK/FN1UZLMG145RLQK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN1/UZLM/G145RLQK/FN1UZLMG145RLQK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN1/UZLM/G145RLQK/FN1UZLMG145RLQK.SMALL.jpg giannyl Here is an easy way to turn a t-shirt into a Tinkerbell costume!
By: giannyl

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 24 Oct 2009 09:30:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Rear-Mudguard/
Recycled Rear Mudguard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F49/F961/G5KP91QC/F49F961G5KP91QC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F49/F961/G5KP91QC/F49F961G5KP91QC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 13 Feb 2010 08:52:53 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Sensory-ball-from-recycled-rubber/
Sensory ball from recycled rubber - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP8/7E54/GF80CUX5/FP87E54GF80CUX5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP8/7E54/GF80CUX5/FP87E54GF80CUX5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP8/7E54/GF80CUX5/FP87E54GF80CUX5.SMALL.jpg supersoftdrink Some kids (and adults) like touching things with different textures.  Josh had an old inner tube after his bike got a flat, so I cut it apart to make a ball for our little boy.  It didn't take very long, but it was difficult to finish because my three year old kept trying to grab it before it was do...
By: supersoftdrink

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 13 Oct 2010 18:49:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Soda-Can-Ring/
Make a Soda Can Ring - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGT/MA4I/GDVZOIE4/FGTMA4IGDVZOIE4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGT/MA4I/GDVZOIE4/FGTMA4IGDVZOIE4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGT/MA4I/GDVZOIE4/FGTMA4IGDVZOIE4.SMALL.jpg nickodemus After seeing how much useful material was put into aluminum cans, I was inspired to make something out of them, instead of trashing them. These are fairly easy to make, can be made quite quickly with repetition, and make for interesting gifts. With some practice, you can even determine what parts o...
By: nickodemus

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 Sep 2010 20:55:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Turn-a-used-Christmas-tree-into-a-Didgeridoo/
Turn a used Christmas tree into a Didgeridoo - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3G/1UW5/GDM78690/F3G1UW5GDM78690.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3G/1UW5/GDM78690/F3G1UW5GDM78690.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3G/1UW5/GDM78690/F3G1UW5GDM78690.SMALL.jpg seamster A didgeridoo is a primitive aboriginal wind instrument. If you are unfamiliar with what they are or how they work, you can learn more about them here. Last winter when I was taking down our Christmas tree, I decided to save the trunk just in case I came up with something to make out of it. I trimme...
By: seamster

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 Sep 2010 13:17:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Money-for-old-rope/
Money for old rope - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/XH3M/GCXNP4LX/FBQXH3MGCXNP4LX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/XH3M/GCXNP4LX/FBQXH3MGCXNP4LX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/XH3M/GCXNP4LX/FBQXH3MGCXNP4LX.SMALL.jpg Jayefuu As a climber, every so often I have to retire a rope. Be it from old age or wear, it's best to replace them every 3-5 years, or sooner if they're damaged. Our university climbing club has to retire all its ropes every three years too so every three years there's about 300m of rope laying around. Ra...
By: Jayefuu

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Aug 2010 12:23:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycle-Denim-Floor-mat-from-Waistbands-and-insea/
Recycle Denim: Floor mat from Waistbands and inseams - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/TYAY/FX23VYUZ/FH4TYAYFX23VYUZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/TYAY/FX23VYUZ/FH4TYAYFX23VYUZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/TYAY/FX23VYUZ/FH4TYAYFX23VYUZ.SMALL.jpg passionfly This comfy floor mat is made from recycled waistbands, hem cuffs, and inseams from old jeans. These are often the wasted scraps left after other projects with recycled denim. To see how to efficiently harvest these materials from a pair old pants see this instructable:http://www.instructables.com/id...
By: passionfly

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:07:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-a-wood-fired-hot-tub/
How to build a wood fired hot tub - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/QHIB/F9AC3F36/FAOQHIBF9AC3F36.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/QHIB/F9AC3F36/FAOQHIBF9AC3F36.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/QHIB/F9AC3F36/FAOQHIBF9AC3F36.SMALL.jpg veloboy In this instructable I will describe how I built a hot tub for less than $100 NZ ($75ish USD) from an old bulk liquids tank, a gas bottle and some stainless tube and junk that I had laying around. This tub is cheap and relatively easy to build and is also useful as a plunge pool in hot weather...
By: veloboy

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Nov 2007 14:17:27 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-Favorite-Old-T-Shirt-New-Again/
Make Your Favorite Old T-Shirt New Again - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F31/JCXD/GCGUGTUH/F31JCXDGCGUGTUH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F31/JCXD/GCGUGTUH/F31JCXDGCGUGTUH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F31/JCXD/GCGUGTUH/F31JCXDGCGUGTUH.SMALL.jpg Ninzerbean Don't you hate it when your coolest, most favorite/lucky/sentimental old T-shirt finally is no longer fit to be seen in? This 'ible will show you how you can save the best part of your old favorite and get many more years of wear/luck and sentiment from the new one. Don't forget to vote in the sewi...
By: Ninzerbean

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 4 Aug 2010 18:42:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Origami-Post-it-box/
Origami Post-it box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR2/BUSY/5PNEP27ZV6E/FR2BUSY5PNEP27ZV6E.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR2/BUSY/5PNEP27ZV6E/FR2BUSY5PNEP27ZV6E.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR2/BUSY/5PNEP27ZV6E/FR2BUSY5PNEP27ZV6E.SMALL.jpg luckymonkeygarage This is a tidy little box that is cool yet useful. It's also a great way to recycle all of your used sticky notes at work. Just make sure the boss isn't watching. You will need: Square sticky notes Scissors a pen your hands Peel off a sticky note with the sticky part up. Fold from point to p...
By: luckymonkeygarage

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 May 2006 12:53:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-a-rain-water-collector/
How to build a rain water collector - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/12YK/F7DWO409/FA912YKF7DWO409.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/12YK/F7DWO409/FA912YKF7DWO409.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/12YK/F7DWO409/FA912YKF7DWO409.SMALL.jpg iPodGuy In this instructable, I will show how I made a rainwater collection system to water my garden. This helps to conserve water and make good use of a free and renewable resource. Note that this involves using many different tools and proper safety precautions should always be taken. The beginning -...
By: iPodGuy

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 10 Oct 2007 08:10:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-your-own-LED-lightbulbs/
How to make your own LED lightbulbs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC4/HAN9/FM7WGPIZ/FC4HAN9FM7WGPIZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC4/HAN9/FM7WGPIZ/FC4HAN9FM7WGPIZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC4/HAN9/FM7WGPIZ/FC4HAN9FM7WGPIZ.SMALL.jpg claudiopolis a tutorial to making factory-made-look-a-like LED bulbs. After many attempts to make all sorts of LED-conversions I finnaly found one solution that is simple and efficient. Of course, you do need a great amount of patience in making this but when you consider the countless hours of pure light -low...
By: claudiopolis

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 Oct 2008 09:36:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Glass-Beads-From-Broken-Bottles-video/
Make Glass Beads From Broken Bottles (+video) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE7/65YP/G6MPLFIQ/FE765YPG6MPLFIQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE7/65YP/G6MPLFIQ/FE765YPG6MPLFIQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE7/65YP/G6MPLFIQ/FE765YPG6MPLFIQ.SMALL.jpg nepheron Make sure to check out my blog!  Her's a video I made that shows you how to make some pretty nice beads from a couple of shards of blue glass. If you want to learn more about this kind of art, it's called "lampworking". There are scores more tutorials out there! VERY IMPORTANT! In order to clear...
By: nepheron

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Mar 2010 12:23:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wall-CLOCK-from-Old-Hard-Drives/
Wall CLOCK from Old Hard Drives - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/TBHS/FKRSA74R/FC6TBHSFKRSA74R.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/TBHS/FKRSA74R/FC6TBHSFKRSA74R.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/TBHS/FKRSA74R/FC6TBHSFKRSA74R.SMALL.jpg grybaz Here's Instructable on how to recycle old computer Hard Drives into very original looking WALL CLOCK. Materials and Tools Needed Tools that you will need for this project are:1. Drill - I would suggest small DREMEL type drill with bench press.2. Some Drill bits 3. Kit of Screwdrivers, type and ga...
By: grybaz

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 1 Nov 2008 06:04:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wallet-made-from-a-computer-keyboard/
Wallet made from a computer keyboard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8W/P8HO/3CBEZ7BHFKZ/F8WP8HO3CBEZ7BHFKZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8W/P8HO/3CBEZ7BHFKZ/F8WP8HO3CBEZ7BHFKZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8W/P8HO/3CBEZ7BHFKZ/F8WP8HO3CBEZ7BHFKZ.SMALL.jpg zieak In all likelihood there is a keyboard within a few feet of you. Inside that keyboard there probably is a circuit sheet that makes for a surprisingly durable and thin material for making a wallet.Any mention of this project must provide a link to www.zieak.com with credit to Ryan McFarland. Why? In...
By: zieak

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 27 Mar 2007 20:45:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-recycle-office-paper-into-blank-books/
How to recycle office paper into blank books - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBY/MCB7/F1B3RAMT/FBYMCB7F1B3RAMT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBY/MCB7/F1B3RAMT/FBYMCB7F1B3RAMT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBY/MCB7/F1B3RAMT/FBYMCB7F1B3RAMT.SMALL.jpg bekathwia Here I will give a simple bookbinding tutorial using a Japanese stab-binding technique for making blank books from paper that is printed on one side. These books are useful for all kinds of notes, and tell an interesting story about the place they came from. I work in the computer lab at my school, ...
By: bekathwia

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 May 2007 20:02:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/CDDVD-Roofing-Concept/
CD/DVD Roofing Concept - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQL/BHVJ/G61AVS6U/FQLBHVJG61AVS6U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQL/BHVJ/G61AVS6U/FQLBHVJG61AVS6U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQL/BHVJ/G61AVS6U/FQLBHVJG61AVS6U.SMALL.jpg Jayefuu I needed a use for old CDs and DVDs. My friend runs a website selling media items (mediamad.co.uk) and he gave me a stack of CDs and DVDs that he couldn't sell for a project of mine that never reached completion. To use them up I thought up this, and after not being able to find it on the web or ins...
By: Jayefuu

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Feb 2010 05:58:45 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-toothbrush-bracelet/
How to make a toothbrush bracelet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI3/18GM/G4UH96ZA/FI318GMG4UH96ZA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI3/18GM/G4UH96ZA/FI318GMG4UH96ZA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI3/18GM/G4UH96ZA/FI318GMG4UH96ZA.SMALL.jpg caraban1 Hello, and welcome to the illustrated step-by-step process for making a toothbrush bracelet. This is a great way to reuse an item that you may have otherwise thrown out. In six simple steps you will turn your toothbrush into a one-of-a-kind fashion accessory! You will need... Pull out bristle...
By: caraban1

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:41:59 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/House-in-Mexico-built-with-plastic-and-glass-bottl/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2G/2JPG/G4E0XZVC/F2G2JPGG4E0XZVC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2G/2JPG/G4E0XZVC/F2G2JPGG4E0XZVC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2G/2JPG/G4E0XZVC/F2G2JPGG4E0XZVC.SMALL.jpg blkhawk A friend sent me these pictures about a house that was built using recycled materials.
By: blkhawk

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Jan 2010 16:28:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Drinking-Glasses-from-Wine-Bottles/
Drinking Glasses from Wine Bottles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/37LE/F5HVPD4K/FH037LEF5HVPD4K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/37LE/F5HVPD4K/FH037LEF5HVPD4K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/37LE/F5HVPD4K/FH037LEF5HVPD4K.SMALL.jpg fstedie Making drinking glasses from wine bottles has been around for years, and while it is relatively easy to cut a bottle, making a nice useful drinking glass is a little more difficult. Yeah, I can go to Target and buy a set of glasses, but it is pretty cool to be able to use/recycle bottles that in ma...
By: fstedie

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