http://www.instructables.com Sun, 26 May 2013 00:11:01 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-homemade-micarta/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ9/SAOV/GLXHSEGL/FQ9SAOVGLXHSEGL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ9/SAOV/GLXHSEGL/FQ9SAOVGLXHSEGL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ9/SAOV/GLXHSEGL/FQ9SAOVGLXHSEGL.SMALL.jpg oldanvilyoungsmith Here is a short video showing how I make my homemade micarta that I use in knife handles quite often. One tip I didn't mention in the video was to use superglue to finsih the micarta. Sand it to 320 grit, rub it really well with a green scotchbrite pad (hot tip- those with dremels, chuck the scotch ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 31 Mar 2011 19:34:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cold-killer/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCV/2152/HF240CZ6/FCV2152HF240CZ6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCV/2152/HF240CZ6/FCV2152HF240CZ6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCV/2152/HF240CZ6/FCV2152HF240CZ6.SMALL.jpg nadialtbr This is what my grandmother gave her 9 grandkids when we had colds and sinus problems. It is a cheap, effective and holistic approach to surviving the annoyances of the common cold. Make this fresh and take is as needed.   Half of 1 lime 1 large garlic clove 1 tablespoon of honey Mince the garlic...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Apr 2013 12:36:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Papercraft-with-Plexiglass/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDK/6KYH/HEXSSCPT/FDK6KYHHEXSSCPT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDK/6KYH/HEXSSCPT/FDK6KYHHEXSSCPT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDK/6KYH/HEXSSCPT/FDK6KYHHEXSSCPT.SMALL.jpg Eu Tyto Alba It has been brought to my attention that plexiglass can be purchased in colors, thereby all but eliminating the need to paint it. However, at least now you know what to use if you can't find it in the color you want, or just don't want to mess around with mail order. In the fi...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Feb 2013 23:20:59 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Sous-Vide/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFM/TUZT/HCJOCR07/FFMTUZTHCJOCR07.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFM/TUZT/HCJOCR07/FFMTUZTHCJOCR07.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFM/TUZT/HCJOCR07/FFMTUZTHCJOCR07.SMALL.jpg ITVirtuoso I have no idea why I waited so long to make a sous vide cooker.  My life has been changed and I've found salvation!  There's nothing terribly new about this implementation and its a simple rework of most of the other DIY soud vide machines around the internets.  The build is relatively easy and invo...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 31 Jan 2013 06:20:18 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-Instant-Reading-Glasses-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/8UWC/HET0RMVN/F4I8UWCHET0RMVN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/8UWC/HET0RMVN/F4I8UWCHET0RMVN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/8UWC/HET0RMVN/F4I8UWCHET0RMVN.SMALL.jpg mikey77 For those who need glasses to read the small print, here is a simple method. You can use it, in a pinch, when you have left your reading glasses behind. I and many others have independently discovered this technique. It was probably used a thousand years ago. How It Works Pic2 shows how to configu...
By: mikey77

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Mar 2013 14:19:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Rustic-Lampshade-made-of-Yarn/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0G/E1IN/HEI3WLL5/F0GE1INHEI3WLL5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0G/E1IN/HEI3WLL5/F0GE1INHEI3WLL5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0G/E1IN/HEI3WLL5/F0GE1INHEI3WLL5.SMALL.jpg HollyMann This lampshade is easy to make and looks rustic and unique! You only need a few things to create your own lampshade. Requirements: An old lampshade Yarn of any type or thickness 2-3 bottles of school glue or tacky glue 2 cups of water Plastic wrap Wire cutters, Needle-nose...
By: HollyMann

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Mar 2013 15:17:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Remove-Brass-Finish/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/NH8Z/HEBN816C/F76NH8ZHEBN816C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/NH8Z/HEBN816C/F76NH8ZHEBN816C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/NH8Z/HEBN816C/F76NH8ZHEBN816C.SMALL.jpg rustyknuckles Recently I purchased in bulk for one of our projects and by mistake, ordered the wrong finish on our D Rings for our leather belt loops. Instead of wasting time and money to send the D Rings back, I started researching about how to remove brass electro plating from the nickel plated finish that we o...
By: rustyknuckles

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Mar 2013 08:40:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Small-Force/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1I/RGDY/HE7CMKPZ/F1IRGDYHE7CMKPZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1I/RGDY/HE7CMKPZ/F1IRGDYHE7CMKPZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1I/RGDY/HE7CMKPZ/F1IRGDYHE7CMKPZ.SMALL.jpg tinkertinker One of the things that makes me feel good about the world around me is gravity. It is a very weak force, and yet every body of matter in space exerts gravitational force on every other body in space. That means you and I. We are pulling, at each other, at the planets, stars, rocks, trees, gaseous cl...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Mar 2013 22:34:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Non-Toxic-Deodorant-Probiotic/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6A/W8AA/HE07PH6W/F6AW8AAHE07PH6W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6A/W8AA/HE07PH6W/F6AW8AAHE07PH6W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6A/W8AA/HE07PH6W/F6AW8AAHE07PH6W.SMALL.jpg HollyMann Non-toxic, healthy deodorant is simple to make & I've found it to work so much better than the store brand deodorants! More importantly, it only requires a few ingredients - safe ones which are non-toxic and not going to disrupt your body's system. It only takes a few minutes to make, and there are ...
By: HollyMann

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Mar 2013 17:33:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cardboard-Waste-Tower/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F18/WS2E/HDXM7O41/F18WS2EHDXM7O41.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F18/WS2E/HDXM7O41/F18WS2EHDXM7O41.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F18/WS2E/HDXM7O41/F18WS2EHDXM7O41.SMALL.jpg dontstop1990 I made this when I moved into my dorm room at college and got fed up having such a messy trash and recycling situation. I designed something to elegantly separate trash from paper recycling and plastic/metal recycling. Having just moved to New York City, I was inspired by the efficiency of building ...
By: dontstop1990

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 5 Mar 2013 16:29:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/High-Class-Dog-Door/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP0/EV1I/H8SVC7YA/FP0EV1IH8SVC7YA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP0/EV1I/H8SVC7YA/FP0EV1IH8SVC7YA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP0/EV1I/H8SVC7YA/FP0EV1IH8SVC7YA.SMALL.jpg jdchicker We have two great dogs that use a standard dog door.  It is incredibly convenient, but I never liked the look of the door.  I decided to upscale it with a custom-made door frame and a raised panel door.  Everything was built out of pine.  I bought stock molding for the header and routed the fluted c...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Oct 2012 18:02:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Dieselpunk-Full-Metal-Coffee-Table/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWY/97ZI/HDYZIFXQ/FWY97ZIHDYZIFXQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWY/97ZI/HDYZIFXQ/FWY97ZIHDYZIFXQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWY/97ZI/HDYZIFXQ/FWY97ZIHDYZIFXQ.SMALL.jpg Falkenberg Hello this is an indistructable coffeetable i´ve made. It´s not really step by step but with the pictures it´s comprehensable i think. MATERIAL: you will need some leftover meters of 90° anglesteel and some tubes. an metallplate. for the stands i´ve used some old brakediscs. four screws for fixi...
By: Falkenberg

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Mar 2013 04:15:53 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Ball-And-Chain-Band/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2L/YLUV/GQL8QSVZ/F2LYLUVGQL8QSVZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2L/YLUV/GQL8QSVZ/F2LYLUVGQL8QSVZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2L/YLUV/GQL8QSVZ/F2LYLUVGQL8QSVZ.SMALL.jpg EricRaines I wanted to make a funny gift for my cousin on his big day, one that would lighten the mood of their entire wedding. First I cut out a rectangular strip of sheet metal with the same length as the circumference of his ring finger. Then I soldered the ends of the strip together into a band. Next I sol...
By: EricRaines

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Jul 2011 07:04:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Custom-Wedding-Rings/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ0/JR5N/GXUZN0F0/FZ0JR5NGXUZN0F0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ0/JR5N/GXUZN0F0/FZ0JR5NGXUZN0F0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ0/JR5N/GXUZN0F0/FZ0JR5NGXUZN0F0.SMALL.jpg MDevlin  Here is the creation story for this Custom white gold and diamond ring with matching Man's band. I first get an idea of what the client likes, we do sketch's and discuss what they have in mind, I see what gems or diamonds they have to work with. In this project the diamonds came from older jewelr...
By: MDevlin

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Jan 2012 10:47:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Jewelry-Hologram-Felt-Earrings/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWL/43AJ/HDOW6PX1/FWL43AJHDOW6PX1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWL/43AJ/HDOW6PX1/FWL43AJHDOW6PX1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWL/43AJ/HDOW6PX1/FWL43AJHDOW6PX1.SMALL.jpg pinkchocolatebreak It’s amazing how many things you can create with felt, from pimping tote bags to creating your own earrings. Adding broken pieces of a cd to the earrings gave it an edgy and creative touch. Plus if you’re dealing with a recent break up, breaking an old cd your ex gave you in little pieces might be t...
By: pinkchocolatebreak

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 2 Mar 2013 17:13:45 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Carbon-Fiber-Clipboard/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/C823/HDOVL2EX/FSPC823HDOVL2EX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/C823/HDOVL2EX/FSPC823HDOVL2EX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSP/C823/HDOVL2EX/FSPC823HDOVL2EX.SMALL.jpg elliold I work for a company that makes composite parts for the aerospace industry.  Every so often I come across laminates made from carbon fiber or fiberglass.  I felt like it was a shame to let these pieces go to waste, so I started looking for a practical project that I would impress my friends and that...
By: elliold

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Feb 2013 13:49:31 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Mario-Brothers-Cat-Tree/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/BO6E/HD7TZJ9J/FCNBO6EHD7TZJ9J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/BO6E/HD7TZJ9J/FCNBO6EHD7TZJ9J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCN/BO6E/HD7TZJ9J/FCNBO6EHD7TZJ9J.SMALL.jpg Geckoo_Designs Hello, this is my first time posting to Instructable  I just finished my project titled "The Mario Brothers Cat Tree." I am currently working on Instructable for it  so you could build your own or give you ideas on how to build a cat tree for yourself at very cost efficient price.   What sprung thi...
By: Geckoo_Designs

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Feb 2013 15:15:19 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Air-Freshener-Gel/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F97/W3DB/HD4VN3RG/F97W3DBHD4VN3RG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F97/W3DB/HD4VN3RG/F97W3DBHD4VN3RG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F97/W3DB/HD4VN3RG/F97W3DBHD4VN3RG.SMALL.jpg DeandrasCrafts I wanted to share my experience with making these easy and useful Air Freshener Gels.  A relatively low cost Do-It-Yourself room air freshener, you may have all the ingredients already! I keep one in each vehicle and at my desk at work. The total time it takes to make is about five to six (5-6) mi...
By: DeandrasCrafts

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Feb 2013 21:11:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Amigurumi-Seahorse-Crochet-Pattern/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWQ/5Q4N/HD8Z1BSX/FWQ5Q4NHD8Z1BSX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWQ/5Q4N/HD8Z1BSX/FWQ5Q4NHD8Z1BSX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWQ/5Q4N/HD8Z1BSX/FWQ5Q4NHD8Z1BSX.SMALL.jpg ursaminor I originally designed this seahorse because there seemed to be a lack of amigurumi seahorse patterns on the internet...or at least any patterns that I liked. All the patterns I looked at were for semi-realistic looking seahorses, and I wanted something that...wasn't so realistic. So I set out to mak...
By: ursaminor

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 19 Feb 2013 13:23:15 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Super-Citrusy-Room-and-Linen-Spray/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2V/F0JU/GNOD6A2G/F2VF0JUGNOD6A2G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2V/F0JU/GNOD6A2G/F2VF0JUGNOD6A2G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2V/F0JU/GNOD6A2G/F2VF0JUGNOD6A2G.SMALL.jpg annahowardshaw Don't throw out the perfectly good spray bottles that perfumes or other over-priced beauty products are sold in.  We probably pay more for that bottle than for the product anyway!  Instead, reuse the packaging to make new, and adorable, cleaning products.  This project is a great room or linen spr...
By: annahowardshaw

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 May 2011 16:17:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Ergonomic-Polystyrene-Keyboard-and-Trackpad-Holder/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F57/0QIJ/HD4VOOX0/F570QIJHD4VOOX0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F57/0QIJ/HD4VOOX0/F570QIJHD4VOOX0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F57/0QIJ/HD4VOOX0/F570QIJHD4VOOX0.SMALL.jpg ischommer Got RSI? Neck pain? This little project might help to correct your posture when using a keyboard. It allows you to place keyboard and trackpad on your lap instead of the desk, putting your wrists and back in a more natural position. And best of all: It just requires some screws, a craft knife and so...
By: ischommer

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 16 Feb 2013 10:55:41 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Illustrated-Valentines-Journal/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNM/ORY6/HD4VQ3RC/FNMORY6HD4VQ3RC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNM/ORY6/HD4VQ3RC/FNMORY6HD4VQ3RC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNM/ORY6/HD4VQ3RC/FNMORY6HD4VQ3RC.SMALL.jpg Carleyy This Valentines Day I gave my boyfriend a travel journal for him to document his rock climbing adventures. He travels all around the San Francisco Bay Area rock climbing and his ultimate goal is to do big wall climbs in Yosemite. I can't always be with him on his adventures, but I hope he will read ...
By: Carleyy

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Feb 2013 17:00:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-fold-a-Dollar-Bill-into-a-Heart/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVM/N1JD/GYC4KR0X/FVMN1JDGYC4KR0X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVM/N1JD/GYC4KR0X/FVMN1JDGYC4KR0X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVM/N1JD/GYC4KR0X/FVMN1JDGYC4KR0X.SMALL.jpg AltasiaInk All you need is a dollar bill!
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 Feb 2012 08:03:13 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Lace-Nails-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJP/0MWM/HCJOELKV/FJP0MWMHCJOELKV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJP/0MWM/HCJOELKV/FJP0MWMHCJOELKV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJP/0MWM/HCJOELKV/FJP0MWMHCJOELKV.SMALL.jpg lindarose92 These nails are perfect for Valentine's Day! All you need is red nail polish and black lace! First of all cut 10 little pieces of black lace, they should be about as big as your nails but they can also be smaller for a different effect. Now paint one nail and apply a piece of lace on it while the ...
By: lindarose92

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Feb 2013 11:21:30 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Magnetic-Periodic-Table-of-Herbs-and-Spices/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/JYT8/HCJOBC80/F4BJYT8HCJOBC80.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/JYT8/HCJOBC80/F4BJYT8HCJOBC80.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/JYT8/HCJOBC80/F4BJYT8HCJOBC80.SMALL.jpg SinginLow I designed this magnetic spice rack after searching fruitlessly for a creative way to display all my spices. I loved the idea of a magnetic spice rack to go along with my magnetic knife rack, but store bought options were either too boring or too expensive. Then I found some test tube spice rack des...
By: SinginLow

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 3 Feb 2013 12:16:56 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Filofax-hack-Make-a-portable-peripherals-storage-/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F62/OO2U/HCJOAWED/F62OO2UHCJOAWED.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F62/OO2U/HCJOAWED/F62OO2UHCJOAWED.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F62/OO2U/HCJOAWED/F62OO2UHCJOAWED.SMALL.jpg wodieskodie This instructable originally appeared here: http://www.wodieskodie.com/?p=160 I loved my filofax back in the day. Having spent most of yesterday looking for my passport, I came across a lot of old stuff - and amongst it my old organiser. I haven't used it in about a decade, but I was loathe to thr...
By: wodieskodie

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:48:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/57-Chevy-Classic-Car-Couch/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Z/7YCA/HCB8U5WS/F6Z7YCAHCB8U5WS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Z/7YCA/HCB8U5WS/F6Z7YCAHCB8U5WS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Z/7YCA/HCB8U5WS/F6Z7YCAHCB8U5WS.SMALL.jpg BILLETSURFER 1957 Chevy Classic Car Couch       +WOW Factor      I built my 1957 Chevy Classic Car Couch a few years ago,  I lost the step by step pics of the build but included pics of the new parts needed to build your own.  *Its important to point out the cost of parts definitely reflects the quality of ...
By: BILLETSURFER

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 Jan 2013 10:08:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-friendship-bracelets-designs-weave-your-char-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW4/20PV/HCB8QDZM/FW420PVHCB8QDZM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW4/20PV/HCB8QDZM/FW420PVHCB8QDZM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW4/20PV/HCB8QDZM/FW420PVHCB8QDZM.SMALL.jpg Alice want If triple braiding is mastered without any obstacle, this easy friendship bracelets design will be undoubtedly grasped at a short notice; the subtle difference between common triple braiding and this design is to weave a bead in when sided string comes to middle position.
By: Alice want

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 Jan 2013 23:33:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Lotion-Bits-All-Natural-Melts-in-the-Palm-of-y/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0L/RLCS/HCB8KN31/F0LRLCSHCB8KN31.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0L/RLCS/HCB8KN31/F0LRLCSHCB8KN31.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0L/RLCS/HCB8KN31/F0LRLCSHCB8KN31.SMALL.jpg HollyMann Lotion Bits - kids love them! Keep them in a small jar in the bathroom and after a shower just grab one, put it in the palm of your hands and rub your hands together! The solid shape will "melt" in your hands and you can put it all over! My nieces love it because it's not just lotion, but it's safe ...
By: HollyMann

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 Jan 2013 11:32:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Double-Tipped-Nails/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6H/CVB8/HCB8HC2Z/F6HCVB8HCB8HC2Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6H/CVB8/HCB8HC2Z/F6HCVB8HCB8HC2Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6H/CVB8/HCB8HC2Z/F6HCVB8HCB8HC2Z.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick I've decided to take a whack at doing some nail art.  I started with a simple take on the french manicure. Supplies: Base Color (if you would like one, I don't like my nails so I wanted to cover them) 2 Nail polish colors of choice* Nail Brush (I just took an old fine tipped paint brus...
By: Penolopy Bulnick

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 Jan 2013 15:20:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Norwegian-Wood/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/GHN0/HBUZH55C/FZVGHN0HBUZH55C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/GHN0/HBUZH55C/FZVGHN0HBUZH55C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/GHN0/HBUZH55C/FZVGHN0HBUZH55C.SMALL.jpg ValeB This is a model of a simple and basic table for a designer in 1:5 scale and its stool. It is ideal for a designer who works in a private space, in fact, the table is very long (in 1:1 scale should measure 200 cm long and 90 cm wide). The model is made of pine wood for the top table and the top stool...
By: ValeB

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 16 Jan 2013 13:03:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Reuse-the-Bottom-of-a-Plastic-Bottle/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC8/BZ0I/FFRCP0EF/FC8BZ0IFFRCP0EF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC8/BZ0I/FFRCP0EF/FC8BZ0IFFRCP0EF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC8/BZ0I/FFRCP0EF/FC8BZ0IFFRCP0EF.SMALL.jpg laminterious You have used a portion of a plastic bottle for something (maybe an Inverted Planter perhaps) and you dont really want to waste the bottom of the bottle...Never fear, here's what you do.Cut around the bottom grooves so that you have one piece that looks kinda like a flower.Punch some holes, or use a...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 3 May 2008 02:35:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-take-care-of-marimo-balls/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC3/EQPQ/H1ZG5197/FC3EQPQH1ZG5197.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC3/EQPQ/H1ZG5197/FC3EQPQH1ZG5197.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC3/EQPQ/H1ZG5197/FC3EQPQH1ZG5197.SMALL.jpg neetz Cladophora ball "Aegagropila linnae" A marimo ball is a rare growth form of algae, which grows into large green balls with a soft, velvety appearance.they are native to japan where they naturally grow at Lake Akan. They are also found in Iceland ,Estonia and scotland. They can grow patches on a ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 May 2012 17:59:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Polymer-Clay-Rosettes/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI6/36ZR/GSNQEJOQ/FI636ZRGSNQEJOQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI6/36ZR/GSNQEJOQ/FI636ZRGSNQEJOQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI6/36ZR/GSNQEJOQ/FI636ZRGSNQEJOQ.SMALL.jpg amychristie Using polymer clay and a few usual and unusual tools, you too can create beautiful sculptural rosettes. What you need: -Polymer Clay - any color works, though I like using white when I use alcohol inks for color -Concentric circle cutters -Light bulbs in various sizes -Alcohol Inks for color - I lik...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Sep 2011 18:28:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Surprise-eggs/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJG/1D0P/HAQ398NM/FJG1D0PHAQ398NM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJG/1D0P/HAQ398NM/FJG1D0PHAQ398NM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJG/1D0P/HAQ398NM/FJG1D0PHAQ398NM.SMALL.jpg Geeky Hooker An oldie but goodie: gifts in an egg. A REAL egg that you can crack. Because what's more fun than getting to crack through an egg before you get your gift? :) What you'll need: Eggs Food coloring (or other form of dye if you choose to dye your eggs!) An egg topper (I found a cheapo one from Crate a...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 23 Dec 2012 16:52:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Lightbulb-Salt-and-pepper-shakers/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ9/L5QW/GINP59FX/FZ9L5QWGINP59FX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ9/L5QW/GINP59FX/FZ9L5QWGINP59FX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ9/L5QW/GINP59FX/FZ9L5QWGINP59FX.SMALL.jpg reed9driver I got my idea from here. I liked his idea, but didn't really like the look of the black tape and soda cap. So I bought a couple of light sockets, scrapped some wire from an old CPU fan, hollowed out a couple of bulbs. Then I designed a stand to look somewhat like a light post and cut it out of 3/4 M...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 9 Jan 2011 21:23:13 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Transforming-8-Pointed-Ninja-Star/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/W7U0/GWDYFWE8/F4BW7U0GWDYFWE8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/W7U0/GWDYFWE8/F4BW7U0GWDYFWE8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/W7U0/GWDYFWE8/F4BW7U0GWDYFWE8.SMALL.jpg rchandsa Please check me out here for more pictures: http://www.thecheesethief.com/2011/12/how-to-fold-eight-sided-transforming.html For this star you will need 8 sheets of square paper all the same size. Follow the video tutorial below to learn how to fold them and construct the star.
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 11:24:02 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/surgu-for-cheap/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDP/RI5Y/HAQ38K0Y/FDPRI5YHAQ38K0Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDP/RI5Y/HAQ38K0Y/FDPRI5YHAQ38K0Y.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDP/RI5Y/HAQ38K0Y/FDPRI5YHAQ38K0Y.SMALL.jpg robotman9 so you know how surgu is so expensive!!!!!! well i found some stuff just like it for really cheap!!! it is this grey eraser puddy like stuff its like three dollars it dosent dry but gets pretty firm. they sell it at craft stores.
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 20 Dec 2012 14:37:39 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Christmas-Fairy-Lights/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT9/W3PS/HANAVT5G/FT9W3PSHANAVT5G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT9/W3PS/HANAVT5G/FT9W3PSHANAVT5G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT9/W3PS/HANAVT5G/FT9W3PSHANAVT5G.SMALL.jpg polkadotprints Add some pizazz to regular fairy lights to create a colour co-ordinated Christmas decor or bedroom lighting. 
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 17 Dec 2012 20:36:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Little-Girls-Bat-Mobile/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFQ/HOLE/H91LFV5J/FFQHOLEH91LFV5J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFQ/HOLE/H91LFV5J/FFQHOLEH91LFV5J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFQ/HOLE/H91LFV5J/FFQHOLEH91LFV5J.SMALL.jpg Cinnamontwisties To start, my down stairs is comic book themed. (Not obnoxious mind you, just grey walls with framed comic book art and pops of bright color accents in pillows etc.) So, when it was time for the munchkin to get the typical toy car to drive around in (she's 16 months and LOVES her cousin's car) I coul...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 2 Nov 2012 13:47:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/I-miss-you-cards/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIV/GRU6/HAGQ73U7/FIVGRU6HAGQ73U7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIV/GRU6/HAGQ73U7/FIVGRU6HAGQ73U7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIV/GRU6/HAGQ73U7/FIVGRU6HAGQ73U7.SMALL.jpg mikeasaurus Take aim and shoot your friends and family a unique greeting card telling you how much you miss them. This card looks like a miniature version of the target shooting silhouettes, except you're not looking to hit this target, but just shoot around it - "missing" it. You can take these cards to the lo...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 11 Dec 2012 14:24:41 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Steampunk-Nutcracker/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/HYMR/HABDH0OF/FD9HYMRHABDH0OF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/HYMR/HABDH0OF/FD9HYMRHABDH0OF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD9/HYMR/HABDH0OF/FD9HYMRHABDH0OF.SMALL.jpg treese1 Meet Walnutsworth- the newest addition to my holiday nutcracker collection. Started our as a "blank" wooden nutcracker but after a day of painting, building, and decorating, he is now a steampunk gentleman complete with clockwork robotic arm and jetpack! Enjoy!
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Dec 2012 10:28:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Hand-made-Platinum-engagement-rings/ http://cdn.instructables.com/FPY/16J4/GLWR1ST1/FPY16J4GLWR1ST1.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FPY/16J4/GLWR1ST1/FPY16J4GLWR1ST1.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FPY/16J4/GLWR1ST1/FPY16J4GLWR1ST1.SMALL.jpg Honus Since my day job is making jewelry I figured I'd show a few engagement rings I've made. These are entirely hand made from Platinum. The first ring was an especially challenging job as the opening in the the side of the ring is only 8mm wide. The vine sections are made from fourteen separate Platinu...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 2 Apr 2011 22:11:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/glass-jar-lanterns/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/6SGW/H9T4QH8Z/FTC6SGWH9T4QH8Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/6SGW/H9T4QH8Z/FTC6SGWH9T4QH8Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/6SGW/H9T4QH8Z/FTC6SGWH9T4QH8Z.SMALL.jpg petina you will need empty glass food jars glass relief paint ( comes in a tube, i used pebeo cost £4) either glass or porcelaine painting medium (again i used pebeo cost £4) acrylic paint oven instructions for up cycle jars .First give your jars a soak in some hot soapy water, scrub well inside, paying c...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Nov 2012 11:11:56 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Doomsday-Device/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4H/VZM8/H337K0TP/F4HVZM8H337K0TP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4H/VZM8/H337K0TP/F4HVZM8H337K0TP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4H/VZM8/H337K0TP/F4HVZM8H337K0TP.SMALL.jpg Clever Cogs A few years ago, my daughter and I repurposed what—if I recall correctly--was a bunjee cord container and turned it into a Doomsday Device that was probably somewhat inspired by the secret ooze in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. I didn’t have a decent camera at the time so photos of the step by step ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 9 Jun 2012 09:25:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Transverse-Cowl-Knitting-Pattern/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/EOO5/GX5187NM/FSCEOO5GX5187NM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/EOO5/GX5187NM/FSCEOO5GX5187NM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSC/EOO5/GX5187NM/FSCEOO5GX5187NM.SMALL.jpg iamkeebler Guess what everybody... I wrote another knitting pattern!!! This one is also for a cowl, but it has a really nice diagonal pattern to it. It's a simple pattern that again is just interesting enough to make sure you don't get bored. The diagonal pattern is created by doing an oblique rib stitch. Wha...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 7 Jan 2012 19:34:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Personal-Pan-Thanksgiving/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP7/EDPE/H9G17AYT/FP7EDPEH9G17AYT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP7/EDPE/H9G17AYT/FP7EDPEH9G17AYT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP7/EDPE/H9G17AYT/FP7EDPEH9G17AYT.SMALL.jpg mygibzone This is a creative way to serve up your Thanksgiving leftovers or have a fun turkey dinner for just a few friends to enjoy! Everyone has their FAVORITE Thanksgiving item. Why limit yourself to just one thing? My favorites are: Stuffing, Rolls, & Mashed potatoes. This year I decided it would be fun ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Nov 2012 18:43:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/TARDIS-Purse/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF7/DYYM/H9G0SSKD/FF7DYYMH9G0SSKD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF7/DYYM/H9G0SSKD/FF7DYYMH9G0SSKD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF7/DYYM/H9G0SSKD/FF7DYYMH9G0SSKD.SMALL.jpg annbanana I made a TARDIS purse for my Doctor Who obsessed niece! For the blue fabric I cut out two large rectangle pieces of fabric for the body of the purse, one medium sized square for the flap, then two long strips for the side and one short strip for the bottom. I then took a starry patterned piece and d...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 16 Nov 2012 15:21:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Elle-Tie-On-Slippers/ http://cdn.instructables.com/FB2/AYGS/FHFQ4IYS/FB2AYGSFHFQ4IYS.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FB2/AYGS/FHFQ4IYS/FB2AYGSFHFQ4IYS.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FB2/AYGS/FHFQ4IYS/FB2AYGSFHFQ4IYS.SMALL.jpg lancmaltby Here are a fun pair of slippers you can make. I love old movies and one of my favorite star is Doris Day in Pillow Talk. I designed these slippers with her in mind - classy yet comfortable. I could almost see Doris wearing these slippers laying about sipping iced tea talking to Rock Hudson. I have ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 14 Jun 2008 07:12:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Will-somebody-get-this-big-walking-carpet-out-of-/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL4/77W6/H9G15L9G/FL477W6H9G15L9G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL4/77W6/H9G15L9G/FL477W6H9G15L9G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL4/77W6/H9G15L9G/FL477W6H9G15L9G.SMALL.jpg Geeky Hooker The big walking carpet has been reduced to a uh...small walking fuzz patch? Either way, I crocheted a little Chewbacca (pattern is by Lucy Ravenscar and can be purchased here), and now he's ready to be a co-pilot in my boyfriend's car. :) The only thing I did differently was that I didn't sew his ba...
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