http://www.instructables.com Sat, 2 Jun 2012 20:36:04 UTC BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Makedo-Solar-Scope/
Makedo Solar Scope - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGD/2E7F/H2WEUI80/FGD2E7FH2WEUI80.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGD/2E7F/H2WEUI80/FGD2E7FH2WEUI80.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGD/2E7F/H2WEUI80/FGD2E7FH2WEUI80.SMALL.jpg makedo-able Observe the Transit of Venus, Sunspots and other Solar phenomena with this Solar Scope, made from reclaimed shoe boxes and Makedo parts available at www.mymakedo.com. Unfold To make your Solar Scope, unfold the side flaps of your shoeboxes and overlap one on top of the other, joining them into a ...
By: makedo-able

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 1 Jun 2012 00:31:03 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-DIY-Back-Open-T-shirt/
Easy DIY: Back Open T - shirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ3/V1YI/H2ULRC1O/FQ3V1YIH2ULRC1O.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ3/V1YI/H2ULRC1O/FQ3V1YIH2ULRC1O.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ3/V1YI/H2ULRC1O/FQ3V1YIH2ULRC1O.SMALL.jpg giannyl Same old T-shirt but with a twist! See how can you recycle your t-shirt in two steps! Hope you all enjoy this video! :D First Setp #1: Use that boring t-shirt to transform, start by cutting the back side, right in the middle  #2: Safe with a pin the backside, only where the neck line...
By: giannyl

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 31 May 2012 21:45:57 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycling-Backboard/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUL/640E/H2WEUH1U/FUL640EH2WEUH1U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUL/640E/H2WEUH1U/FUL640EH2WEUH1U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUL/640E/H2WEUH1U/FUL640EH2WEUH1U.SMALL.jpg Sreyo This is just a simple idea I came up with today. I hate when I miss throwing something into the recycling bin so I made a backboard to help! Right now it's just the idea that I'm showing, I might make a better backboard in the future. Any way, it's a fun way to recycle.
By: Sreyo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 30 May 2012 17:17:09 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Sun-dress-made-from-3-mens-shirts/
Sun dress made from 3 mens shirts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNE/3KAJ/H2TJ4LJD/FNE3KAJH2TJ4LJD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNE/3KAJ/H2TJ4LJD/FNE3KAJH2TJ4LJD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNE/3KAJ/H2TJ4LJD/FNE3KAJH2TJ4LJD.SMALL.jpg eclipsed This is a  versatile, comfortable sun dress you can make from 3 recycled men's shirts. It's inexpensive and has more coverage than the 1-shirt dress projects you  may have seen in other websites. This tutorial will show 2 alternate ways to  make the  top of the dress, to accommodate different sewing...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 30 May 2012 07:40:32 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Lawn-treatment-container-re-purposed/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/SIBX/H2MYKN63/FRCSIBXH2MYKN63.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/SIBX/H2MYKN63/FRCSIBXH2MYKN63.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/SIBX/H2MYKN63/FRCSIBXH2MYKN63.SMALL.jpg bosherston A quick 'ibble then. When you finish that bottle of lawn treatment you could recycle it....or Wash it out dry it and keep your grass seed in there. The yellow spout gives a good spray scatter to the fertilser - just as good for grass seed,  or maybe salt to keep your paths ice free this winter. ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 30 May 2012 01:22:24 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycle-Pallet-Bench/
Recycle Pallet Bench - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZC/EH42/H2MYKIA1/FZCEH42H2MYKIA1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZC/EH42/H2MYKIA1/FZCEH42H2MYKIA1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZC/EH42/H2MYKIA1/FZCEH42H2MYKIA1.SMALL.jpg eyethforce Recycle the pallet into bench by use all woods and nails with only wood glue, hand saw and hammer. No waste of electric, just your sweat and hard work. 2 Pallet Here are the pallets that I rescued from being throw away. They are new, used once. What a waste! Now you only need is the hammer. Go ah...
By: eyethforce

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 May 2012 02:29:34 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-recycled-flower-pot-thing/
How to make a recycled flower pot thing - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIU/OOUF/H2MYKGCP/FIUOOUFH2MYKGCP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIU/OOUF/H2MYKGCP/FIUOOUFH2MYKGCP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIU/OOUF/H2MYKGCP/FIUOOUFH2MYKGCP.SMALL.jpg tech dawg This instructable is on how to make a small flower pot out of an old plastic bottle.         You Need    -dirt(kind of essential)    -Plastic bottle    -seeds for a really small plant    -sunlight     This little guy can be kept inside on a widow sill that has sun. Eating    The first step a...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 28 May 2012 20:26:20 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Garden-Markers-You-Can-Make/
Garden Markers You Can Make - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/TJYL/H2MYM0SW/FQMTJYLH2MYM0SW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/TJYL/H2MYM0SW/FQMTJYLH2MYM0SW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/TJYL/H2MYM0SW/FQMTJYLH2MYM0SW.SMALL.jpg Creativeman With all my experimenting with concrete and what can be done with it, one of my favorites is the garden markers or signs I make using new concrete forms or, using old, broken chunks of concrete than can be found when a sidewalk or patio is torn up, for example.  I think the forms made are very attra...
By: Creativeman

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 28 May 2012 04:36:00 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Greenhouse-made-from-recycled-windows-1/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOT/2QQM/H2MYK2WW/FOT2QQMH2MYK2WW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOT/2QQM/H2MYK2WW/FOT2QQMH2MYK2WW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOT/2QQM/H2MYK2WW/FOT2QQMH2MYK2WW.SMALL.jpg mwhite30 I had some old windows lying around and we we desperately in need of  a winter greenhouse to grow our veges. I figuured that I could create a simple frame and basically drop the windows in place and voila, we would have a greenhouse.... here is the result.
By: mwhite30

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 May 2012 07:46:26 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/one-wood-pallet-garden-bench/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUP/4ZIT/H2MYJZ3Y/FUP4ZITH2MYJZ3Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUP/4ZIT/H2MYJZ3Y/FUP4ZITH2MYJZ3Y.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUP/4ZIT/H2MYJZ3Y/FUP4ZITH2MYJZ3Y.SMALL.jpg nemo13 yes another one see the pictures
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 May 2012 19:16:59 UTC 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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/PRCX/H2MYJVFQ/FF8PRCXH2MYJVFQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/PRCX/H2MYJVFQ/FF8PRCXH2MYJVFQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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 ...
By: mynameiskorrine

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 May 2012 06:13:36 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Makedo-Equestricycle-Hack/
Makedo Equestricycle Hack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAF/4QZG/H2CE7D6I/FAF4QZGH2CE7D6I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAF/4QZG/H2CE7D6I/FAF4QZGH2CE7D6I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAF/4QZG/H2CE7D6I/FAF4QZGH2CE7D6I.SMALL.jpg makedo-able Hack your ride this weekend. If there’s something you really really want, we say: Don’t wait for it to come to you - chase it, go MAKE it! With a little imagination, some cardboard and Makedo, you can turn those old wheels into a fleet-footed speed machine in under half an hour.  Sketch To pimp y...
By: makedo-able

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 May 2012 05:02:40 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Can-ArtPebble-Cans-And-Other-Delights/
Can Art:Pebble Cans And Other Delights - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG0/B29P/H2BMNOK2/FG0B29PH2BMNOK2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG0/B29P/H2BMNOK2/FG0B29PH2BMNOK2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG0/B29P/H2BMNOK2/FG0B29PH2BMNOK2.SMALL.jpg Creativeman Due to interest in my instructable:http://www.instructables.com/id/Can-Art-A-Way-To-Recycle-Some-Tin-Cans/; I was prompted to find another use for tin cans.  This instructable shows the end results of the creative process...from empty tin cans and plastic jars to complete, usable art/garden objects....
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 May 2012 03:51:58 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Wheeled-Gardening-Cart/
Simple Wheeled Gardening Cart - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE5/OS0S/H21CGM50/FE5OS0SH21CGM50.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE5/OS0S/H21CGM50/FE5OS0SH21CGM50.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE5/OS0S/H21CGM50/FE5OS0SH21CGM50.SMALL.jpg Rowan_Winterhaven Here's a very simple one, folks.  (***Quick Edit***:  I've entered this cart in both the Wheeled contest and the Gardening contest.  Please vote for me if you feel that I've come up with a good enough idea.  Thanks all, and have a wonderful day!) The image is pretty self explanatory but I'll explai...
By: Rowan_Winterhaven

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 May 2012 19:55:59 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Broken-Electric-Razor-Scooter-Hack/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLB/WL6P/H2G607AD/FLBWL6PH2G607AD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLB/WL6P/H2G607AD/FLBWL6PH2G607AD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLB/WL6P/H2G607AD/FLBWL6PH2G607AD.SMALL.gif foreverdisturbed First I appologize for not having pictures of the deconstruction. I did not think of putting this on Instructables untill I was already done. I do have the before picture which is a stock photo, the after photo with my son on it and a photo of the bad relay switch. I recently bought my son and elec...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 May 2012 17:58:38 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-Easy-Cheap-Phone-Dock-Passive-Speaker-Ac/
Quick Easy Cheap Phone Dock + Passive Speaker + Accessory Organizer using Old Desktop Calendar - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG3/GHST/H21CGKGG/FG3GHSTH21CGKGG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG3/GHST/H21CGKGG/FG3GHSTH21CGKGG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG3/GHST/H21CGKGG/FG3GHSTH21CGKGG.SMALL.jpg lllshreelll Hi! Here's an Instructable that shows how I made a Phone dock using an old desktop calender I had lying around. They are made of thick cardboard and sturdy enough. This setup will.. 1. House the phone & orient it at a comfortable angle 2. Act as passive speakers i.e. amplify sound without any pow...
By: lllshreelll

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 May 2012 22:20:34 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Pallet-Table/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/80JL/H1ZG7TIB/FB280JLH1ZG7TIB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/80JL/H1ZG7TIB/FB280JLH1ZG7TIB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/80JL/H1ZG7TIB/FB280JLH1ZG7TIB.SMALL.jpg bananaboxdesign This coffee table is made from a pallet. I was inspired to design and make this table after seeing a similar style online. I thought it would be cool to make the table look like it has been thrown together and not really thought about the structure. I didnt really think about the size and measuremen...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 May 2012 17:28:01 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/A-soft-supple-leather-purse-from-an-old-couch/
A soft supple leather purse from an old couch! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ2/NE8R/GWF5U7E1/FJ2NE8RGWF5U7E1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ2/NE8R/GWF5U7E1/FJ2NE8RGWF5U7E1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ2/NE8R/GWF5U7E1/FJ2NE8RGWF5U7E1.SMALL.jpg whereiroamishome You maybe sitting on your next purse! That cracking ugly leather couch maybe reincarnated into your dream purse. Here are some simple steps to help you make multiple purses from a couch, love-seat or your ex's leather jacket...  Harvest the couch or leather item Grab a cutting utensil and safely ...
By: whereiroamishome

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 May 2012 20:04:23 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Makedo-Catapult/
Makedo Catapult - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYE/LV1V/H2CE6EHQ/FYELV1VH2CE6EHQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYE/LV1V/H2CE6EHQ/FYELV1VH2CE6EHQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYE/LV1V/H2CE6EHQ/FYELV1VH2CE6EHQ.SMALL.jpg makedo-able We are massive fans of Angry Birds. Who isn’t? So in honor of the most popular game of the century, we created this Angry Birds inspired Catapult out of recycled materials and Makedo parts available at mymakedo.com. Watch the video to see the birds in action. Find Source tea boxes and...
By: makedo-able

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 May 2012 01:25:06 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/make-a-self-watering-planter-using-recycled-materi/
make a self-watering planter using recycled materials on the cheap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F79/X9LB/H21CGJ6L/F79X9LBH21CGJ6L.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F79/X9LB/H21CGJ6L/F79X9LBH21CGJ6L.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F79/X9LB/H21CGJ6L/F79X9LBH21CGJ6L.SMALL.jpg calskin the intro My office manager buys jugs of water from Safeway for our water cooler.  Later I found out that these particular jugs have no deposit on those water jugs, so they're just getting thrown out instead of being reused.  I thought this was kind of silly, so I asked if I could take the jugs wit...
By: calskin

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 May 2012 00:43:03 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Standing-Wool-Rug/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWG/CDZU/H1ZG70Q0/FWGCDZUH1ZG70Q0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWG/CDZU/H1ZG70Q0/FWGCDZUH1ZG70Q0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWG/CDZU/H1ZG70Q0/FWGCDZUH1ZG70Q0.SMALL.jpg cpurola Standing Wool Rug with recycled old wool skirts and blazers. Take clothing apart, wash in hot water, cut into strips, roll up and stitch closed. Sew them together and voila!
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 14 May 2012 01:18:01 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Makedo-Native-American-Headdress/
Makedo Native American Headdress - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLV/ITC6/H1YONFOR/FLVITC6H1YONFOR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLV/ITC6/H1YONFOR/FLVITC6H1YONFOR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLV/ITC6/H1YONFOR/FLVITC6H1YONFOR.SMALL.jpg makedo-able Become the 'Chief of Reuse¹ in your household with this Native American Headdress made from recycled materials. In Plains Indians culture headdresses were earned through brave and honourable deeds, each feather symbolising one deed ­ so the more feathers one had, the more honourable deeds they had ...
By: makedo-able

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 11 May 2012 14:13:22 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Snowboard-Light-Fixture/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO9/NSJI/H1KHASEW/FO9NSJIH1KHASEW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO9/NSJI/H1KHASEW/FO9NSJIH1KHASEW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO9/NSJI/H1KHASEW/FO9NSJIH1KHASEW.SMALL.jpg laxcatcreations This snowboard light uses an old snowboard and a bathroom light fixture and is perfect for the garage or over a bar. Step-by-step instructions can be found at http://laxcatcreations.com/2012/04/21/snowboard-light-fixture/.
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 May 2012 20:16:31 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Upcycle-a-plastic-school-binder-Mothers-Day-edit/
Upcycle a plastic school binder (Mother's Day edition). - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH1/HRIP/H1YONEN5/FH1HRIPH1YONEN5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH1/HRIP/H1YONEN5/FH1HRIPH1YONEN5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH1/HRIP/H1YONEN5/FH1HRIPH1YONEN5.SMALL.jpg Nahual Binders. We all have 'em. Kids always need to buy one every year, even though they have the one from last year... that they never used. Some have no idea what to do with a million binders, so they throw them away. Solution: R-E-C-Y-C-L-E and R-E-S-P-E-C-T.  My mother's a strange one, Mr. Grinch. It...
By: Nahual

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 May 2012 04:45:49 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Trash-to-treasure-5-garden-patio-table/
Trash to treasure 5 garden-patio table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYM/G4CK/H1YOAOE3/FYMG4CKH1YOAOE3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYM/G4CK/H1YOAOE3/FYMG4CKH1YOAOE3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYM/G4CK/H1YOAOE3/FYMG4CKH1YOAOE3.SMALL.jpg l8nite This is another quick project with amazing results the finds You find all kinds of things when you're curb mining, keeping an open mind is the key to re-purposing. This broken chair was thrown on the truck as scrap but it's ornate look caught my attention, it's rather heavy so it may even be bras...
By: l8nite

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 May 2012 19:50:02 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Free-composter-for-beginners/
Free composter for beginners - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEW/R5YG/H1JUJR6M/FEWR5YGH1JUJR6M.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEW/R5YG/H1JUJR6M/FEWR5YGH1JUJR6M.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEW/R5YG/H1JUJR6M/FEWR5YGH1JUJR6M.SMALL.jpg aaahotdog This project was entirely made of discarded items.   My only expense was the gorilla glue used. First you will have to salvage the following from the curb or recycling center. 1. A 5 gallon bucket with lid 2. Nylon screen from discarded window or door 3. Black spray paint 4. A short piece of 2x...
By: aaahotdog

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 May 2012 07:26:32 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/trash-to-treasure-4-push-back-the-dark-2/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/G5N0/H1QMLI9X/F6PG5N0H1QMLI9X.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/G5N0/H1QMLI9X/F6PG5N0H1QMLI9X.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/G5N0/H1QMLI9X/F6PG5N0H1QMLI9X.SMALL.jpg l8nite My other instructable http://www.instructables.com/id/Trash-to-treasure-3-push-back-the-dark/ was still on my mind when I saw this large mouthed adult beverage container which I rinsed well and filled with play sand. The lamp fit like it was made for this application!  I still added a bead of hot gl...
By: l8nite

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 6 May 2012 22:55:15 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Free-mechanics-swivel-workspace/
Free, mechanics swivel workspace - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVE/R5LP/H1QMLH6S/FVER5LPH1QMLH6S.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVE/R5LP/H1QMLH6S/FVER5LPH1QMLH6S.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVE/R5LP/H1QMLH6S/FVER5LPH1QMLH6S.SMALL.jpg aaahotdog This project was totally free with items found on trash day in my neighborhood. To start with, I found a swivel drafting stool waiting for trash pickup.  Just what I need for this project I thought.   You will have to use your imagination about the condition of the seat and backrest since I remo...
By: aaahotdog

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 6 May 2012 20:57:22 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Lo-Fi-Space-Helmet/
Lo-Fi Space Helmet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU2/HSMO/H1PITDAW/FU2HSMOH1PITDAW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU2/HSMO/H1PITDAW/FU2HSMOH1PITDAW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU2/HSMO/H1PITDAW/FU2HSMOH1PITDAW.SMALL.jpg clintsleeper These are open instructions for making yourself a lo-fi space* helmet** from household trash.*** *Don't wear your space helmet into space. **This is a helmet for human space travel. Which is to say that it is neither an alien helmet nor a robot garment of any sort. ***It's trash until you make a ...
By: clintsleeper

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 6 May 2012 01:13:34 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Trash-to-treasure-3-push-back-the-dark/
Trash to treasure 3, push back the dark - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQB/IPD3/H1KHAPV5/FQBIPD3H1KHAPV5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQB/IPD3/H1KHAPV5/FQBIPD3H1KHAPV5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQB/IPD3/H1KHAPV5/FQBIPD3H1KHAPV5.SMALL.jpg l8nite I find a lot of amazing things when I'm out curb mining http://www.instructables.com/id/Mining-for-suburban-gold/  just because I find a usable item however doesn't mean I'm going to use it as it was intended materials and tools I found several solar lights that only needed a little cleaning and ...
By: l8nite

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 May 2012 21:03:03 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-Recycled-Book-Lamp/
LED Recycled Book Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK1/3MX6/H1JUJERF/FK13MX6H1JUJERF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK1/3MX6/H1JUJERF/FK13MX6H1JUJERF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK1/3MX6/H1JUJERF/FK13MX6H1JUJERF.SMALL.jpg marfru There are so many books that are simply thrown away as they have very little resale value, so follow our easy step by step instructions and see how easy it is to create your own upcycled lampshade by recycling your old books. n this Step by step project we will show you how to upcycle an old book a...
By: marfru

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 May 2012 19:26:41 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Trash-to-yard-art-or-thinking-outside-the-box/
Trash to yard art or thinking outside the box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW3/7U8A/H1KHAJSL/FW37U8AH1KHAJSL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW3/7U8A/H1KHAJSL/FW37U8AH1KHAJSL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW3/7U8A/H1KHAJSL/FW37U8AH1KHAJSL.SMALL.jpg l8nite Much to the delight of children and the chagrin of my poor neighbors and the zoning man, I am a multimedia artist and one of my favorite mediums is found objects, although I know my taste isn't to everyones liking I hope you enjoy this brief tour of my yard after midnight.  The lead picture is pret...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 May 2012 06:35:09 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Cardboard-Owl-from-a-Takeaway-Coffee-Tray/
Cardboard Owl from a Takeaway Coffee Tray - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMZ/ASOA/H1KHAJRF/FMZASOAH1KHAJRF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMZ/ASOA/H1KHAJRF/FMZASOAH1KHAJRF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMZ/ASOA/H1KHAJRF/FMZASOAH1KHAJRF.SMALL.jpg dancastles Just drunk WAY too much coffee and need to burn off some of that extra energy? Grab the take away tray, a pair of scissors and a pen and get to it! Bend the tray in half but don't tear it apart. Cut one of the ends through to allow the "wings" to flap open. You may need to pry off the gl...
By: dancastles

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 May 2012 03:54:30 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Makedo-Pinball-Machine/
Makedo Pinball Machine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2E/IDH2/H1LWPW8O/F2EIDH2H1LWPW8O.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2E/IDH2/H1LWPW8O/F2EIDH2H1LWPW8O.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2E/IDH2/H1LWPW8O/F2EIDH2H1LWPW8O.SMALL.jpg makedo-able Who will get the highest score? Start your own cardboard arcade with this DIY Pinball Machine. We’ve used a cardboard box and some reclaimed packaging items, and connected them together with Makedo parts available at mymakedo.com. Saw To make this Pinball Machine, first lay a large box on its sid...
By: makedo-able

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 May 2012 01:53:50 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Aluminum-Micro-Origami-Star/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTN/CNCU/H1JUJ4NA/FTNCNCUH1JUJ4NA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTN/CNCU/H1JUJ4NA/FTNCNCUH1JUJ4NA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTN/CNCU/H1JUJ4NA/FTNCNCUH1JUJ4NA.SMALL.jpg mpilchfamily In my last Instructable, Micro Origami Throwing Star, the challenge was presented to make a Micro Origami Star out of scrap aluminum. So i decided to give it a try. Using a leftover piece of aluminum foil, ruler, pair of scissors, and a pair of tweezers i went about folding a Micro Origami Star.  A...
By: mpilchfamily

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 02:42:32 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Nespresso-Capsule-recycler/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK4/36AE/H1JUH7VX/FK436AEH1JUH7VX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK4/36AE/H1JUH7VX/FK436AEH1JUH7VX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK4/36AE/H1JUH7VX/FK436AEH1JUH7VX.SMALL.jpg tkohler Using a box I made, (see this Instructable: http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-quick-box-using-box-joints/) I built a counter-top recycler for Nespresso capsules.  To use: Place the used capsule foil-side down on the lid of the box. Use the masher to mash the capsule, breaking the foil and dum...
By: tkohler

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 00:25:13 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-turned-an-old-pair-of-jeans-into-a-pair-of-/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX9/BV9Z/H1O5DD7W/FX9BV9ZH1O5DD7W.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX9/BV9Z/H1O5DD7W/FX9BV9ZH1O5DD7W.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX9/BV9Z/H1O5DD7W/FX9BV9ZH1O5DD7W.SMALL.jpg Nataliescreations Just turned an old pair of jeans into a pair of cuffed shorts. Love it!
By: Nataliescreations

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 May 2012 01:09:08 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Old-Door-Fallen-Branches-Shelves/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI3/DI2J/H1JUIILL/FI3DI2JH1JUIILL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI3/DI2J/H1JUIILL/FI3DI2JH1JUIILL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI3/DI2J/H1JUIILL/FI3DI2JH1JUIILL.SMALL.jpg laxcatcreations To go with our forest theme, as well as to be consistent with our habit of upcycling materials for our nursery, we decided to make wall shelves from an old door and some pine branches we found. Check out the step-by-step process at our blog!
By: laxcatcreations

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Apr 2012 17:10:54 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Funky-necklace-idea-/
Funky necklace idea :) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2F/HX04/H1JU3SM0/F2FHX04H1JU3SM0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2F/HX04/H1JU3SM0/F2FHX04H1JU3SM0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2F/HX04/H1JU3SM0/F2FHX04H1JU3SM0.SMALL.jpg fullmetalA My sister likes collecting soda can tabs,and i was bored one day...so I made these :) All you need is -  soda can tab - any size or colour,up to you :) nail polish/acrylic paint String/leather  nail filer scissors (sorry if it's 'confusing',leave a message if you're stuck :) post a pic if you made ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Apr 2012 07:13:27 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Makedo-Marble-Run/
Makedo Marble Run - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDC/4MRY/H1ENCBPF/FDC4MRYH1ENCBPF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDC/4MRY/H1ENCBPF/FDC4MRYH1ENCBPF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDC/4MRY/H1ENCBPF/FDC4MRYH1ENCBPF.SMALL.jpg makedo-able Create a twisting, turning Marble Run and race your friends through towers and tunnels. We’ve used milk cartons to build the towers, and paper tubes for the marble paths. These reclaimed materials can be quickly and easily connected together with Makedo parts available at mymakedo.com. Find To ma...
By: makedo-able

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Apr 2012 01:29:02 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/trash-to-treasure-2/
trash to treasure 2 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/9PRU/H1EMI41G/FPW9PRUH1EMI41G.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/9PRU/H1EMI41G/FPW9PRUH1EMI41G.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/9PRU/H1EMI41G/FPW9PRUH1EMI41G.SMALL.jpg l8nite I find a LOT of fans on the curb, a large number simply need to be cleaned to work, others may need a screw or some creative thinking. Sorry for the lack of step by step pics, the idea hit me and was finished before I even thought of pictures the light bulb flashed I picked up this small pedestal...
By: l8nite

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 Apr 2012 22:12:05 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/trash-to-treasure-1/
trash to treasure 1 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSK/DF9I/H1EMHY8S/FSKDF9IH1EMHY8S.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSK/DF9I/H1EMHY8S/FSKDF9IH1EMHY8S.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSK/DF9I/H1EMHY8S/FSKDF9IH1EMHY8S.SMALL.jpg l8nite Ok so maybe not treasure in this case but for every thing form Geo Caching to support for standing when you strain your back or if like me you just have a bad back, a walking stick or staff comes in handy. I did a similar "ible" 2 years ago but these are slightly better pictures and I really like th...
By: l8nite

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:08:58 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Feature-Wall-for-Nursery-Trees-on-Burlap/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FON/1O99/H1EMHY5N/FON1O99H1EMHY5N.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FON/1O99/H1EMHY5N/FON1O99H1EMHY5N.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FON/1O99/H1EMHY5N/FON1O99H1EMHY5N.SMALL.jpg laxcatcreations Our first son will be born in less than a month. We are almost finished with our very ambitious nursery decorating endeavors. His room has this very awkward wall we wanted to paint a forest scene on.  However, we are renters and wanted to be able to take our mural with us when we move. Our solution ...
By: laxcatcreations

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 Apr 2012 03:01:42 UTC 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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0R/1DZN/H1EMHXMO/F0R1DZNH1EMHXMO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0R/1DZN/H1EMHXMO/F0R1DZNH1EMHXMO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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...
By: mynameiskorrine

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:36:55 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Re-Pot-An-Orchid-So-You-NEVER-Over-Water-Again-r/
Re-Pot An Orchid, So You NEVER Over Water Again (recycle/reuse) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOO/20XX/H1AH6I6T/FOO20XXH1AH6I6T.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOO/20XX/H1AH6I6T/FOO20XXH1AH6I6T.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOO/20XX/H1AH6I6T/FOO20XXH1AH6I6T.SMALL.jpg MaryT8M You've heard the expression that something was "LOVED" to death......well that is what frequently happens to orchids. Their owners LOVE them to death. Orchids really do thrive on benign neglect. Orchids thrive through all kinds of conditions, yet once people get their hands on them they can easily d...
By: MaryT8M

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 23 Apr 2012 16:07:51 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/drug-bottle-planter/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/DHEJ/H1AH6QFE/FFIDHEJH1AH6QFE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/DHEJ/H1AH6QFE/FFIDHEJH1AH6QFE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFI/DHEJ/H1AH6QFE/FFIDHEJH1AH6QFE.SMALL.jpg louis perichon I am a nurse and I sometimes salvage tiny bottles to make small planters.... they make very convenient containers for fragile surfaces around the house such as bedroom, desk or kitchen, because the glass bottom is clean and easy to clean, also it fits every little space on shelves or cupboards. I...
By: louis perichon

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 23 Apr 2012 09:01:23 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Potted-Lorax-Truffula-Tree-Earth-Day-Lesson/
Potted Lorax & Truffula Tree: Earth Day Lesson - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/LI85/H19RR0D9/FYCLI85H19RR0D9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/LI85/H19RR0D9/FYCLI85H19RR0D9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/LI85/H19RR0D9/FYCLI85H19RR0D9.SMALL.jpg poofrabbit Show the Once-ler that you understand that you are the someone who cares a whole awful lot and unless you do not try to make a difference, nothing will get better, it will not...by creating this wonderful potted Lorax & Truffula Tree desk top size! This is a fantastic craft to go along with many Ea...
By: poofrabbit

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 23 Apr 2012 04:10:35 UTC 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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/2RU2/H1AH6Y5K/F4S2RU2H1AH6Y5K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/2RU2/H1AH6Y5K/F4S2RU2H1AH6Y5K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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...
By: poofrabbit

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:31:55 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/T-shirt-reconstruction-inspired-by-Dolce-Gabbana/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLU/2SBQ/H19RHJCD/FLU2SBQH19RHJCD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLU/2SBQ/H19RHJCD/FLU2SBQH19RHJCD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLU/2SBQ/H19RHJCD/FLU2SBQH19RHJCD.SMALL.jpg Nataliescreations I'm sharing with you how to make this copy cat dress from a T-shirt and a lace curtain panel. Yes, curtain panel :) Check out my blog: http://nataliecreations.tumblr.com/ Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/#!/nhuhua Like me on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Natalies-Creations/301998...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 22 Apr 2012 23:47:40 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/rescued-garden-containers/
rescued garden containers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/Q4K8/H19RV6P3/FZNQ4K8H19RV6P3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/Q4K8/H19RV6P3/FZNQ4K8H19RV6P3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/Q4K8/H19RV6P3/FZNQ4K8H19RV6P3.SMALL.jpg l8nite Here in Florida we have very sandy sand not dirt and it's very difficult to enrich it to be able to grow anything so container gardens are a big thing. A lot of people use 5 gallon buckets but that usually means one plant per bucket but tree containers come in a wide range of sizes find them I of...
By: l8nite

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