Instructables: exploring - simple - featured http://www.instructables.com Tue, 21 May 2013 10:31:50 PDT BLOX v1.01 Book Light http://www.instructables.com/id/Book-Light/
Book Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUT/JE1I/HGH6Y6OQ/FUTJE1IHGH6Y6OQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUT/JE1I/HGH6Y6OQ/FUTJE1IHGH6Y6OQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUT/JE1I/HGH6Y6OQ/FUTJE1IHGH6Y6OQ.SMALL.jpg scooterB So I recently saw the book light that Typerwriter Boneyard put together and really liked it... Except for the $140 price tag.  So I decided to make my own.  This was not a very technical build but was time consuming with getting the wiring channels cut out.  Total cost was right around $35.  $20 of ...
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Thu, 16 May 2013 20:03:04 PDT
Simple Strawberry Sauce (Macerated Strawberries) http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Strawberry-Sauce-Macerated-Strawberries/
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Tue, 14 May 2013 11:35:04 PDT
Simple Magnetic Parts Holder http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Magnetic-Parts-Holder/
Simple Magnetic Parts Holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWU/JHJZ/HGIEVTTO/FWUJHJZHGIEVTTO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWU/JHJZ/HGIEVTTO/FWUJHJZHGIEVTTO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWU/JHJZ/HGIEVTTO/FWUJHJZHGIEVTTO.SMALL.jpg jmuszynski I was looking to make a quick parts holder for a outdoor project I was working on. Using a salvaged hard drive magnet as the holder, I was able to fit eight 2-1/2", sixteen 1-1/2" screws, and a drill key chuck on my simple D.I.Y. magnetic parts holder. Parts Required Parts -Either find a hard dr...
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Mon, 13 May 2013 22:42:53 PDT
Teachers' Resource: Simple Laser Cutter Projects http://www.instructables.com/id/Teachers-Resource-Simple-Laser-Cutter-Projects/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUA/FVL4/HFSHUE51/FUAFVL4HFSHUE51.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUA/FVL4/HFSHUE51/FUAFVL4HFSHUE51.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUA/FVL4/HFSHUE51/FUAFVL4HFSHUE51.SMALL.jpg Kiteman If you're like me, you spend ages saving up for a piece of cool kit (or put a lot of effort into getting somebody else to buy cool kit for you), but then, after you get it, unpack it and set it up, there's an awkward What now? pause. This is a collection of simple, two-dimensional projects using a ...
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Mon, 13 May 2013 10:06:01 PDT
Simple Sleeping Shorts http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Sleeping-Shorts/
Simple Sleeping Shorts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPC/IL96/HFSHUQ6R/FPCIL96HFSHUQ6R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPC/IL96/HFSHUQ6R/FPCIL96HFSHUQ6R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPC/IL96/HFSHUQ6R/FPCIL96HFSHUQ6R.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick These simple shorts are just made out of two rectangles of fabric.  I set out to make shorts that are very basic to make and comfy.  Supplies Supplies: Fabric of Choice Sewing Machine or needle and thread Measuring Tape Sewing Pins Fabric Chalk Cutting and Sewing Cut y...
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Mon, 6 May 2013 12:08:00 PDT
LEGO Mario Sprite Mosaics http://www.instructables.com/id/LEGO-Mario-Sprite-Mosaics/
LEGO Mario Sprite Mosaics - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/DVUQ/H7URGTIZ/FI5DVUQH7URGTIZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/DVUQ/H7URGTIZ/FI5DVUQH7URGTIZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/DVUQ/H7URGTIZ/FI5DVUQH7URGTIZ.SMALL.jpg sherrycayheyhey LEGO mosaics are fun because they're pretty simple to make and don't always require a lot of pieces. Mario sprites are fun because many fit within the 16x16 bounds of a small LEGO baseplate. In this Instructables I'll show you how to make 4 (or 5, see Step 1) LEGO Mario Sprite Mosaics.  Mushroom ...
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Mon, 29 Apr 2013 23:21:11 PDT
Small, Rustic Dice Bag http://www.instructables.com/id/Small-Rustic-Dice-Bag/
Small, Rustic Dice Bag - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/VKL7/HFSHSZOQ/FSQVKL7HFSHSZOQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/VKL7/HFSHSZOQ/FSQVKL7HFSHSZOQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/VKL7/HFSHSZOQ/FSQVKL7HFSHSZOQ.SMALL.jpg Exscaly Hey there! If you have ever looked up how to make dicebags on the internet, I'm sure you would, like me, have only found instructions on making whopping huge bags to hold several billion dice and with 0 class. Finding myself stuck trying to find instructions on making a small, 1-set-holding dice bag...
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Wed, 24 Apr 2013 20:05:06 PDT
Red Plastic Cup Party Light String http://www.instructables.com/id/Red-Plastic-Cup-Party-Light-String/
Red Plastic Cup Party Light String - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT2/TQ2V/HFD0ZCRC/FT2TQ2VHFD0ZCRC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT2/TQ2V/HFD0ZCRC/FT2TQ2VHFD0ZCRC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT2/TQ2V/HFD0ZCRC/FT2TQ2VHFD0ZCRC.SMALL.jpg davidandora When designing the look of a new weekly night at a Chicago nightclub designed to emulate a house-party vibe, the ubiquitous red plastic party cup became the icon. Many elements were designed as decorations for the night using them, but one in particular was particularly simple and really stood out- ...
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Mon, 15 Apr 2013 21:38:24 PDT
Cheap working homemade arduino joystick http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-working-homemade-arduino-joystick/
Cheap working homemade arduino joystick - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0M/QWWT/HF24095R/F0MQWWTHF24095R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0M/QWWT/HF24095R/F0MQWWTHF24095R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0M/QWWT/HF24095R/F0MQWWTHF24095R.SMALL.jpg Bartuss Hello everyone! Today I present you : Arduino Joystick! One day I was checking the inside of old joystick. System wasn't that hard to understand, so I thought of making my of system. The whole build is made only by me. I didn't check the internet pages about joysticks etc. What is it? It's a sim...
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Sat, 6 Apr 2013 02:21:42 PDT
How to easily convert your bike into a snow bike http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-easily-convert-your-bike-into-a-snow-bike/
How to easily convert your bike into a snow bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/E475/HF23WKY3/FE4E475HF23WKY3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/E475/HF23WKY3/FE4E475HF23WKY3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/E475/HF23WKY3/FE4E475HF23WKY3.SMALL.jpg mykiscool Before I bring you to the materials list, I'd better cover my butt with a disclaimer. Disclaimer: I'm not responsible if anyone gets hurt during the construction or use of this product. I design and construct this product in a manner that I believe is safe, but as in everything accidents do happen,...
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Thu, 4 Apr 2013 13:54:51 PDT
How to Make a Wooden Playset http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Wooden-Playset/
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Thu, 4 Apr 2013 09:35:32 PDT
Bicycle Wheel Truing - on the bike, with a marker pen. http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-Wheel-Truing-on-the-bike-with-a-marker-/
Bicycle Wheel Truing - on the bike, with a marker pen. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJI/HS74/HEXSSE59/FJIHS74HEXSSE59.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJI/HS74/HEXSSE59/FJIHS74HEXSSE59.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJI/HS74/HEXSSE59/FJIHS74HEXSSE59.SMALL.jpg Wroger-Wroger This is a really easy technique of truing bicycle wheels, in the frame, using only a white board marker pen, a Chinagraph (black wax glass cutters / art pencil) or a black wax crayon, or a permanent marker etc. The best marker needs to be DARK and reasonably opaque - and easy to remove. Black white...
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Tue, 2 Apr 2013 07:02:54 PDT
Perfect Screw Alignment for Screw Mounted Equipment http://www.instructables.com/id/Perfect-Screw-Alignment-for-Screw-Mounted-Equipmen/
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Sat, 23 Mar 2013 17:46:34 PDT
Build a Sander/Vacuum Box Dust Collector (for your girlfriend) http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-SanderVacuum-Box-Dust-Collector-for-your/
Build a Sander/Vacuum Box Dust Collector (for your girlfriend) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F31/4TKN/HELX6J24/F314TKNHELX6J24.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F31/4TKN/HELX6J24/F314TKNHELX6J24.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F31/4TKN/HELX6J24/F314TKNHELX6J24.SMALL.gif damianzuch Here is a very quick and easy table top dust collector that I put together for my poorest girlfriend as she was preparing to sand a bunch of resin cast picture frames. I was hoping to contain most of the nasty resin dust PLUS I had some old metal register metal that needed a project, so she got this...
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Sat, 23 Mar 2013 12:44:01 PDT
Bacon Salt, Two Easy Methods http://www.instructables.com/id/Bacon-Salt-Two-Easy-Methods/
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Sun, 24 Mar 2013 11:07:00 PDT
Carved Viking Chess piece http://www.instructables.com/id/Carved-Viking-Chess-piece/
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Thu, 21 Mar 2013 17:22:13 PDT
Fishing Lures http://www.instructables.com/id/Fishing-Lures/
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Wed, 20 Mar 2013 14:29:27 PDT
Elegant Interchangeable Color Ambience Lamp. Using dining mats, very easy to make. http://www.instructables.com/id/Elegant-Interchangeable-Color-Ambience-Lamp-Using/
Elegant Interchangeable Color Ambience Lamp. Using dining mats, very easy to make. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7N/9B56/HE7D2DP3/F7N9B56HE7D2DP3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7N/9B56/HE7D2DP3/F7N9B56HE7D2DP3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7N/9B56/HE7D2DP3/F7N9B56HE7D2DP3.SMALL.jpg Tarun Upadhyaya Hello Instructables Fellows, I think I am being obsessed with lights and things which can be used to create awesome light effects. This time it is a very easy to make but elegant, stylish looking table ambience lamp. Believe me it's really easy. All you need is just some wooden or bamboo dining tab...
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Wed, 13 Mar 2013 05:07:39 PDT
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
Nordic skates made of inlines http://www.instructables.com/id/Nordic-skates-made-of-inlines/
Nordic skates made of inlines - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/3WML/HDOW6K9Q/FDJ3WMLHDOW6K9Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/3WML/HDOW6K9Q/FDJ3WMLHDOW6K9Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/3WML/HDOW6K9Q/FDJ3WMLHDOW6K9Q.SMALL.jpg jenspen Let's say you live in a country that have lots of ice in the winters with frozen lakes and seawater. That's the case fore me, I live in Sweden, to be more precise in Stockholm. A nice activity is to ice skate when there's an opportunity. But the equipment is rather expensive according to me. I figu...
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Fri, 1 Mar 2013 14:46:38 PST
Laundry Room Wall Art http://www.instructables.com/id/Laundry-Room-Wall-Art/
Laundry Room Wall Art - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYR/LVAP/HD4VG5G8/FYRLVAPHD4VG5G8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYR/LVAP/HD4VG5G8/FYRLVAPHD4VG5G8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYR/LVAP/HD4VG5G8/FYRLVAPHD4VG5G8.SMALL.jpg nkarasch My wife and I made this piece of wall art for our laundry room in only a couple afternoons.  It was a quick, cheap, fun project we could do together that helped decorate one of the smallest rooms in our home.  You will need the following things... Supplies: (1)  4' long 1x3 pine board (1)  4' 6" l...
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Sun, 24 Feb 2013 21:19:18 PST
Easy, Cheap, Awesome looking TLC Pendant Paper Lamp a.k.a Tender, Love & Care Pendant Paper Lamp http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Cheap-Awesome-looking-TLC-Pendant-Paper-Lam/
Easy, Cheap, Awesome looking TLC Pendant Paper Lamp a.k.a Tender, Love & Care Pendant Paper Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9H/B2U3/HDHW4RMT/F9HB2U3HDHW4RMT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9H/B2U3/HDHW4RMT/F9HB2U3HDHW4RMT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9H/B2U3/HDHW4RMT/F9HB2U3HDHW4RMT.SMALL.jpg Tarun Upadhyaya I love pendant lamps, this is the lamp I usually make for special occasions like Diwali (in India), but I thought it is really more than that and came up with this cool idea of using it as a night pendant lamp or just pendant lamp. It is simple and easy, but a little bit time consuming if you apply...
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Sun, 24 Feb 2013 09:30:13 PST
Make a friend out of felt http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-friend-out-of-felt/
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Fri, 22 Feb 2013 15:27:44 PST
Vegetarian BBQ Tofu! http://www.instructables.com/id/Vegetarian-BBQ-Tofu/
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Sun, 17 Feb 2013 15:38:53 PST
Make a Speaker and Amplifier without complicated electonics http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Speaker-and-Amplifier-without-complicated-e/
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Sat, 16 Feb 2013 12:20:48 PST
Simple Heart Keychain Fob http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Heart-Keychain-Fob/
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Fri, 8 Feb 2013 23:29:33 PST
HIDDEN KITCHEN LID AID http://www.instructables.com/id/HIDDEN-KITCHEN-LID-AID/
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Mon, 4 Feb 2013 16:10:42 PST
Make A Beer Bottle Shaped Candle http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-Own-Magical-Beer-Bottle-Candle/
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Wed, 23 Jan 2013 00:41:03 PST
Simple Easy Folding Sawhorses http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-Simple-Folding-Sawhorses/
Simple Easy Folding Sawhorses - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F41/6122/HAWBXCLM/F416122HAWBXCLM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F41/6122/HAWBXCLM/F416122HAWBXCLM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F41/6122/HAWBXCLM/F416122HAWBXCLM.SMALL.jpg Jzbowmannz Sawhorses are indispensable for a normal household or a shop. You can use them for painting, work piece support, work bench support with a piece of plywood or door, and with a little imagination, they can be used in many other different ways like magic. The folding sawhorses are particularly valua...
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Sat, 19 Jan 2013 09:39:30 PST
Aeroplane from an Aluminium Can (and it flies too) http://www.instructables.com/id/Aeroplane-from-an-Aluminium-Can-and-it-flies-too/
Aeroplane from an Aluminium Can (and it flies too) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F85/QZRC/HAQ3CA36/F85QZRCHAQ3CA36.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F85/QZRC/HAQ3CA36/F85QZRCHAQ3CA36.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F85/QZRC/HAQ3CA36/F85QZRCHAQ3CA36.SMALL.jpg awesomecreations This aeroplane can definitely be improved by measuring before cutting. I didn't do this and it ended up looking a little bit uneven. This aeroplane will fly, but only if you make it from an ALUMINIUM can. Most canned energy drinks use all-Aluminium cans. This model is not a scale version of any real...
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Sat, 12 Jan 2013 00:50:52 PST
Simple wireless temperature sensor updating web site with electric imp and Thermistor http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-wireless-temperature-sensor-updating-web-si/
Simple wireless temperature sensor updating web site with electric imp and Thermistor - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/F9U8/HAQ3BX8I/FZVF9U8HAQ3BX8I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/F9U8/HAQ3BX8I/FZVF9U8HAQ3BX8I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/F9U8/HAQ3BX8I/FZVF9U8HAQ3BX8I.SMALL.jpg tvdl This is a small project to get you started with the electric imp and a Thermistor so you can see how you can get temperature readings updating live on a web site. This instructable will address both the hardware and the web site along with all the parts in between. I've tried to keep it as simple as...
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Thu, 10 Jan 2013 17:19:31 PST
A $10 Simple Bike Pannier Conversion for a Messenger (or any) Bag http://www.instructables.com/id/10-Bike-Pannier-Conversion-for-a-Messengerany-B/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQW/BQXP/GKS0W0MX/FQWBQXPGKS0W0MX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQW/BQXP/GKS0W0MX/FQWBQXPGKS0W0MX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQW/BQXP/GKS0W0MX/FQWBQXPGKS0W0MX.SMALL.jpg chamnit Store bought bike pannier suck. They are ridiculously expensive, uncomfortable to carry around, and aren’t much good for anything else. For light commuting, I don’t want to have to shell out a ton of cash for carrying stuff on a bike rack, even though my back is starting to argue with me.  Most of ...
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Sun, 13 Mar 2011 11:28:15 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
Fitting a Racing Exhaust to Your Motorbike http://www.instructables.com/id/Fitting-a-Racing-Exhaust-to-Your-Motorbike/
Fitting a Racing Exhaust to Your Motorbike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQB/SD4K/G1ZGO3FB/FQBSD4KG1ZGO3FB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQB/SD4K/G1ZGO3FB/FQBSD4KG1ZGO3FB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQB/SD4K/G1ZGO3FB/FQBSD4KG1ZGO3FB.SMALL.jpg killerjackalope This is actually a very simple and easy project, no monstrous mechanics job, in fact we did it in five minutes, though it'll probably be slower first time round. The bike in the photos is a Honda CB500, the exhaust is a Remus... Tools, Materials and issues Well before I begin there are a...
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Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:52:28 PST
Very Simple Miso Soup http://www.instructables.com/id/Very-Simple-Miso-Soup/
Very Simple Miso Soup - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/HAXX/HAQ30NMM/F9KHAXXHAQ30NMM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/HAXX/HAQ30NMM/F9KHAXXHAQ30NMM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/HAXX/HAQ30NMM/F9KHAXXHAQ30NMM.SMALL.jpg terumihugsocean Home made miso soup is the easiest soup you can make and I consider it as the fast food, yet it's very healthy thanks to the power of MISO! I make it and eat it every morning! It's a good pick-me-up food especially during the winter. It instantly warms up your body from inside. You can make it as f...
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Mon, 17 Dec 2012 15:40:27 PST
BRICKLE http://www.instructables.com/id/BRICKLE/
BRICKLE - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAR/2AAH/HAQ2YSF2/FAR2AAHHAQ2YSF2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAR/2AAH/HAQ2YSF2/FAR2AAHHAQ2YSF2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAR/2AAH/HAQ2YSF2/FAR2AAHHAQ2YSF2.SMALL.jpg Crazy5683 Brickle is a type of yummy cookie that is easy to make.  You will need: One baking sheet (around 11x17in.) Aluminum Foil 2 sticks (1 cup) butter 1 cup sugar semi-sweet chocolate chips (about half a bag) Topping (crushed heath bar, pepermint stick, nuts, ect.) Prepare your pan Line your pan wi...
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Sun, 16 Dec 2012 17:40:35 PST
DIY Follow Focus for DSLRs http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Follow-Focus-for-DSLRs/
DIY Follow Focus for DSLRs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWO/ETQO/HAQ2YRLX/FWOETQOHAQ2YRLX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWO/ETQO/HAQ2YRLX/FWOETQOHAQ2YRLX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWO/ETQO/HAQ2YRLX/FWOETQOHAQ2YRLX.SMALL.jpg tenzijth With HD video being all the rage, I thought I'd share how I made a simple follow focus for my DSLR. There are several different ways to do this, I know I've seen a couple of other DIYs for the same thing on youtube (e.g. using rubber bands, jar openers), but I made mine with the materials I had lyin...
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Sat, 15 Dec 2012 11:33:47 PST
Simple Holiday Gifts http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Holiday-Gifts/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIA/7IHD/HANAX6V5/FIA7IHDHANAX6V5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIA/7IHD/HANAX6V5/FIA7IHDHANAX6V5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIA/7IHD/HANAX6V5/FIA7IHDHANAX6V5.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Gift giving doesn't have to be stressful or complicated,  It doesn't have to involve crowded shopping malls or holiday sales pressures.  Give a gift from the heart and the hands this year.  Check out these great suggestions for simple holiday gifts you can make for everyone in your life.  Handmade g...
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Thu, 13 Dec 2012 10:45:14 PST
Personal Heater for the Winter http://www.instructables.com/id/Personal-Heater-for-the-Winter/
Personal Heater for the Winter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEC/LVG5/GINP598F/FECLVG5GINP598F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEC/LVG5/GINP598F/FECLVG5GINP598F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEC/LVG5/GINP598F/FECLVG5GINP598F.SMALL.jpg blackcat2 In this instructable I will be showing you how to make your very own personal heater for when you're outside and it's freezing cold! All you need to do is add batteries and you have over 100 F in the palm of your hands, or pocket, etc. BUT REMEMBER TO WEAR GLOVES OR MAKE SURE THAT YOUR POCKETS WON'...
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Sun, 9 Jan 2011 20:03:46 PST
Improved Wooden Toolbox - A new take on a classic http://www.instructables.com/id/Improved-Wooden-Toolbox-A-new-take-on-a-classic/
Improved Wooden Toolbox - A new take on a classic - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT9/LST7/HA4M4JUH/FT9LST7HA4M4JUH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT9/LST7/HA4M4JUH/FT9LST7HA4M4JUH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT9/LST7/HA4M4JUH/FT9LST7HA4M4JUH.SMALL.jpg bpoundah I wanted to create toolbox that was strong, easy to build, cheap to produce and also had some style. But more than that, I wanted to use recycled materials and for the design to be different enough in a simple and functional way. I feel like I succeeded. There are quite a few tool boxes/totes whic...
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Sat, 8 Dec 2012 21:36:39 PST
Easy Bready Biscuit Donuts! http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Bready-Biscuit-Donuts/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWJ/6CP4/HA4MKL9T/FWJ6CP4HA4MKL9T.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWJ/6CP4/HA4MKL9T/FWJ6CP4HA4MKL9T.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWJ/6CP4/HA4MKL9T/FWJ6CP4HA4MKL9T.SMALL.jpg Dollhouse Bake Shoppe These donuts, disguised under their sweet glaze and sprinkles, are really made out of biscuits, for a simple homemade bread donut! The inside still tasted a little like a biscuit, but they were definitely very simple to make, kid friendly (with adult help frying), and a fun way to turn an ordinary m...
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Mon, 3 Dec 2012 17:31:14 PST
Grammy's Nalesniki (Polish Crepes) http://www.instructables.com/id/Grammys-Nalesniki-Polish-Crepes-or-Blintzes/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/1V7H/GQZJO1AQ/FJD1V7HGQZJO1AQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/1V7H/GQZJO1AQ/FJD1V7HGQZJO1AQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/1V7H/GQZJO1AQ/FJD1V7HGQZJO1AQ.SMALL.jpg Calelovezit Nalesniki (nah-lesh-NEE-kee) are thin crepe-like pancakes filled with various fruit or sweet fillings. When filled with a cottage cheese filling, they are often called blintzes.Don't be crushed if you can't get your Nalesniki to look picture perfect. This is easy to learn, takes a little practice to...
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Thu, 11 Aug 2011 08:04:43 PDT
Easy Baked Taco Salad Shells http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Baked-Taco-Salad-Shells/
Easy Baked Taco Salad Shells - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW6/ML7O/H9T4QV6F/FW6ML7OH9T4QV6F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW6/ML7O/H9T4QV6F/FW6ML7OH9T4QV6F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW6/ML7O/H9T4QV6F/FW6ML7OH9T4QV6F.SMALL.jpg TheProcrastibaker Ever wanted taco salad, but just didn't want to go to the store to get taco salad shells? I have.  Especially because where I live there seems to be no taco salad shells ANYWHERE to be found. Luckily, they are EASY PEASY to make! Here's What You'll Need Medium sized tortillas (this is a great rec...
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Wed, 28 Nov 2012 09:08:11 PST
Larry The Turkey Cupcakes http://www.instructables.com/id/Larry-The-Turkey-Cupcakes/
Larry The Turkey Cupcakes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHP/0WFE/H9T40Z7R/FHP0WFEH9T40Z7R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHP/0WFE/H9T40Z7R/FHP0WFEH9T40Z7R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHP/0WFE/H9T40Z7R/FHP0WFEH9T40Z7R.SMALL.jpg sharlzz SOOO... I am obsessed with the book Hello Cupcake, and decided that I was going to make Larry the Turkey Cupcakes for Thanksgiving! The first picture is how my cupcakes turned out, and the second picture is what the cupcakes looked like in the book! What You Need for the Turkeys 24 standard cupca...
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Tue, 27 Nov 2012 18:20:46 PST
Cinnamon Vanilla Sunflower Butter Recipe http://www.instructables.com/id/Cinnamon-Vanilla-Sunflower-Butter-Recipe/
Cinnamon Vanilla Sunflower Butter Recipe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNR/A06L/H9G0WAKH/FNRA06LH9G0WAKH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNR/A06L/H9G0WAKH/FNRA06LH9G0WAKH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNR/A06L/H9G0WAKH/FNRA06LH9G0WAKH.SMALL.jpg AllGoneVegan This sunflower seed butter calls for what might seem like a lot of cinnamon (and vanilla bean paste, for that matter). Have faith, it all works out nicely. I've made this a few times now, and will work in a few extra notes and suggestions in the recipe. Finding raw sunflower seeds can sometime...
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Sat, 17 Nov 2012 15:16:42 PST
Reverse Lens Macro Photography http://www.instructables.com/id/Reverse-Lens-Macro-Photography/
Reverse Lens Macro Photography - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4H/S3H4/H9G0WESN/F4HS3H4H9G0WESN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4H/S3H4/H9G0WESN/F4HS3H4H9G0WESN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4H/S3H4/H9G0WESN/F4HS3H4H9G0WESN.SMALL.jpg killerjackalope After making the teeny tiny rocket engine I figured I should do this - all the photos were reverse lens macros... For anybody new to photography, or for the odd macro this is an awesome thing to try, it's tricky to master and very time consuming, or at least I seem to end up really in to it. You ge...
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Tue, 20 Nov 2012 06:18:02 PST
Chop a shopping cart into a tool cart. Simple! http://www.instructables.com/id/Chop-a-shopping-cart-into-a-tool-cart.-Simple!/
Chop a shopping cart into a tool cart. Simple! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FOI/9B6M/F6S8S0GP/FOI9B6MF6S8S0GP.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FOI/9B6M/F6S8S0GP/FOI9B6MF6S8S0GP.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FOI/9B6M/F6S8S0GP/FOI9B6MF6S8S0GP.SMALL.jpg bofthem I have a bunch of hand tools. I dabble in a lot of things, and suspect I mostly do so to get the tools that come with. If you find yourself looking over your shoulder every time you park the car to go for a burrito just to make sure your boxes are safe in the back, maybe it's time to consider the co...
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Sun, 21 Oct 2007 18:59:37 PDT
How to cook an impressive meal http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-cook-an-impressive-meal/
How to cook an impressive meal - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOM/579M/FFNE7LMP/FOM579MFFNE7LMP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOM/579M/FFNE7LMP/FOM579MFFNE7LMP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOM/579M/FFNE7LMP/FOM579MFFNE7LMP.SMALL.jpg weiblen.c ...without even using a stove. Make this colorful meal with a microwave oven and a counter-top electric grill. Impress and flatter the vegetarian in your life, with a hearty grilled mushroom, alongside steamed asparagus and saffron rice. Or substitute a chicken breast, for a more conventional meal....
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Wed, 30 Apr 2008 18:32:35 PDT
Chocolate Pasta ~ Pasta di Cacao http://www.instructables.com/id/Chocolate-Pasta-Pasta-di-Cacao/
Chocolate Pasta ~ Pasta di Cacao - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEO/59U0/H94ZAT3K/FEO59U0H94ZAT3K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEO/59U0/H94ZAT3K/FEO59U0H94ZAT3K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEO/59U0/H94ZAT3K/FEO59U0H94ZAT3K.SMALL.jpg TheBrooklynRagazza When I was in Tuscany this past summer, I saw Pasta di Cacao (Chocolate Pasta) everywhere!  The United States is just catching on to this craze, but it is SO very expensive to buy in the specialty shops. Would you believe an 8 ounce bag of chocolate pasta is almost ten dollars! Yes!  I kid you not!...
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Mon, 5 Nov 2012 18:14:24 PST
Cheesecake Bars http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheesecake-Bars/
Cheesecake Bars - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTF/MCFZ/H8TTPNMY/FTFMCFZH8TTPNMY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTF/MCFZ/H8TTPNMY/FTFMCFZH8TTPNMY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTF/MCFZ/H8TTPNMY/FTFMCFZH8TTPNMY.SMALL.jpg shesparticular There's nothing quite like rich, creamy, velvety cheesecake. With fruit, chocolate, or even just plain, its just sweet enough with just a little tang, and is guaranteed to make anyone smile. By making little bite-sized bars, you can please a whole crowd of folks without fussing in the kitchen all da...
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Sun, 4 Nov 2012 16:35:21 PST