http://www.instructables.com Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:23:21 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Pocket-Size-Oil-Lamp/
Pocket-Size Oil Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FZV/38Y1/5C0ETVPLWEH/FZV38Y15C0ETVPLWEH.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FZV/38Y1/5C0ETVPLWEH/FZV38Y15C0ETVPLWEH.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FZV/38Y1/5C0ETVPLWEH/FZV38Y15C0ETVPLWEH.SMALL.jpg CanDo Yes! Score! Free mini-shampoo bottles from that cheap hotel! Err, now what do I do with them? Why, make lamps of course! This is a lamp which will burn many oils (Canola Oil - A couple dollars at the grocery store for more than you'll ever need, and free in the kitchen - is my personal favorite). I...
By: CanDo

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 Nov 2006 22:30:27 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Urban-Micro-Knife/
The Urban Micro-Knife - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8D/CSSN/HH2VTWKP/F8DCSSNHH2VTWKP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8D/CSSN/HH2VTWKP/F8DCSSNHH2VTWKP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8D/CSSN/HH2VTWKP/F8DCSSNHH2VTWKP.SMALL.jpg sdfgeoff There are zillions of knife-making instructables out there, but how many of us have a propane torch? Let along a forge. And to be honest, I don't need a 20cm long knife that's indestructible. All I need is a knife thats:  - Fits in my pocket  - Easy to make if I lose it  - Can cut paper, string and...
By: sdfgeoff

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 25 May 2013 01:19:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-super-easy-hydroponics-system/
Make a super-easy hydroponics system! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FLN/SYG4/FVW2213C/FLNSYG4FVW2213C.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FLN/SYG4/FVW2213C/FLNSYG4FVW2213C.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FLN/SYG4/FVW2213C/FLNSYG4FVW2213C.SMALL.jpg Rotten194 I'm busy, like gardening, and forgetful. Whats the easy way to counter all that, and grow plants? A hydroponics system!Hydroponics, or the art of growing without soil, is pretty darn simple. Water+nutrients+plant= better than dirt. No weeds! No bugs! No over-watering! No gardening smarts required! J...
By: Rotten194

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Jun 2009 17:45:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Electric-Lawn-Mower/
Electric Lawn Mower - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/7CKL/FITUIYXV/F7C7CKLFITUIYXV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/7CKL/FITUIYXV/F7C7CKLFITUIYXV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/7CKL/FITUIYXV/F7C7CKLFITUIYXV.SMALL.jpg susanta Introduction I have a small lawn in front of my house, which is a rarity in Indian houses. Ranaghat, where I live, is a suburban town in the state of West Bengal in Eastern India. I needed a lawn mower, and found that it would cost me around Rs.5000 (USD 120) to get one from the city. Hence I took ...
By: susanta

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Jul 2008 03:39:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Ultimate-Vegtable-quotEarthBoxquot-For-CHEAP/
Ultimate Vegetable "EarthBox" For CHEAP!! :) TeraHydro Boxes (aka TetraHydro Box) DIY HOMEMADE - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGF/0GB9/FU6LZOHO/FGF0GB9FU6LZOHO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGF/0GB9/FU6LZOHO/FGF0GB9FU6LZOHO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGF/0GB9/FU6LZOHO/FGF0GB9FU6LZOHO.SMALL.jpg brian3140 EARTHBOX Website ATTN! If you like this guide please rate it with a 1-5 star rating to the right of this text and leave comments with constructive criticism :) Thanks :) Intro: This is a guide to building a 2 different great "EarthBox" systems for next to nothing in relation to the $50 commercial ...
By: brian3140

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 2 May 2009 16:14:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-cheap-compost-bin/
Simple, cheap compost bin! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8L/6AJ4/GQB4XG8L/F8L6AJ4GQB4XG8L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8L/6AJ4/GQB4XG8L/F8L6AJ4GQB4XG8L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8L/6AJ4/GQB4XG8L/F8L6AJ4GQB4XG8L.SMALL.jpg vgavrich I made this compost bin after being frustrated by all the $100 models out there.  I needed the compost contained to keep it away from my dogs(and other critters) but I couldn't afford the price tag of the nice ones.  So I made my own. What you'll need A closeable container, I purchased this one at...
By: vgavrich

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Jul 2011 16:24:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Shoji-style-sliding-closet-doors-from-scratch/
Shoji style sliding closet doors, from scratch. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/FGF8/G0AMJHUU/FH4FGF8G0AMJHUU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/FGF8/G0AMJHUU/FH4FGF8G0AMJHUU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/FGF8/G0AMJHUU/FH4FGF8G0AMJHUU.SMALL.jpg Espo78 My house had the generic metal bi-fold closet doors which look very cheap. I wanted a higher end look but not a higher end price tag. After pricing real Shoji doors at near $1000 I decided I could build something similar, make it more durable, and make it cost a lot less. I built this from scratch, ...
By: Espo78

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 3 Oct 2009 15:22:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Garden-With-Free-Supplies/
Garden With Free Supplies - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMH/7GK4/FWS6KDYE/FMH7GK4FWS6KDYE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMH/7GK4/FWS6KDYE/FMH7GK4FWS6KDYE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMH/7GK4/FWS6KDYE/FMH7GK4FWS6KDYE.SMALL.jpg elfiemi Do you want a garden? Are you broke? This is a list of ways to get all of your garden supplies for free! All you have to do is buy plants. I use all of these methods in my garden at my apartment (my landlady doesn't care if I dig up her yard). Let's get started! Free Compost From The Landfill I...
By: elfiemi

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 Jul 2009 15:13:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Do-your-laundry-for-free/
How to Do Your Laundry for Free. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPE/CE6X/FLCF62F6/FPECE6XFLCF62F6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPE/CE6X/FLCF62F6/FPECE6XFLCF62F6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPE/CE6X/FLCF62F6/FPECE6XFLCF62F6.SMALL.jpg robhybrid Sustainable and Legal Grey-water recycling. Need a washing machine so that you don't have to go to the laundry mat and waste a bunch of money, time and water just so you can have some clean clothes? The problem is that your place may not have the proper hookups, and you may not have the space availa...
By: robhybrid

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 21 Sep 2008 12:49:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fix-a-Snag-in-a-Rug/
Fix a Snag in a Rug - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRM/LAJP/HE7D9MDH/FRMLAJPHE7D9MDH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRM/LAJP/HE7D9MDH/FRMLAJPHE7D9MDH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRM/LAJP/HE7D9MDH/FRMLAJPHE7D9MDH.SMALL.jpg Johnt007871 Hello everyone, This is a fix I made on a "medium grade" rug, made with rows of stitching. Nicer plush rugs may not work for this. It also helps if the rug is a little multicolored to help hide your repairs. I'll go over a small and large snag, with photos. I already just about finished the large...
By: Johnt007871

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 13 Mar 2013 16:07:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-DIY-100quot-Projector-Screen/
Cheap DIY 100" Projector Screen - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/M25O/FTY4CTR0/FW2M25OFTY4CTR0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/M25O/FTY4CTR0/FW2M25OFTY4CTR0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW2/M25O/FTY4CTR0/FW2M25OFTY4CTR0.SMALL.jpg blindside360 Cheap DIY Projector screen for under $30This is a 16:9 ratio projector screen 100" Perfict for a basement game room,home Theater,computer monitor,(ect). This Project will run you $30 - $40 depending if the blackout cloth is on sale.So here's the list of materalsLath wood $7.99 (10) sheetsblack Spray...
By: blindside360

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:15:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-50-Home-Theater-Projector-for-March-Madnes/
$5 Home Theater for March Madness - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVY/ANLY/HE7D2UF6/FVYANLYHE7D2UF6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVY/ANLY/HE7D2UF6/FVYANLYHE7D2UF6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVY/ANLY/HE7D2UF6/FVYANLYHE7D2UF6.SMALL.jpg The King of Random Just in time for March Madness!  Here's how to convert your Laptop, Smartphone, or Tablet into a makeshift projector.  It's really cheap, and can add a bit of creative fun to your next sports party! www.thekingofrandom.com Watch The Video! This project is geared mainly toward college stude...
By: The King of Random

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Mar 2013 09:31:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Beautility-eco-easy-elegant/
Beautility: An eco, easy and elegant beer bottle shelf. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/VVPG/HDOWAOPM/FH0VVPGHDOWAOPM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/VVPG/HDOWAOPM/FH0VVPGHDOWAOPM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH0/VVPG/HDOWAOPM/FH0VVPGHDOWAOPM.SMALL.jpg Pushan Panda Paper and beer bottles -- things that we often find stacking up at home. Well, what if you were given something to do with them, and made at the same time space for other things that are piled up and that you want to display? Using waste paper, empty bottles, and some time and energy, here's an eco...
By: Pushan Panda

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Mar 2013 10:27:35 PST 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...
By: Tarun Upadhyaya

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Mar 2013 04:45:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Super-Cheap-Seed-Starters/
Make Super Cheap Seed Starters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/AJ4B/GM9QL6RG/FOGAJ4BGM9QL6RG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/AJ4B/GM9QL6RG/FOGAJ4BGM9QL6RG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/AJ4B/GM9QL6RG/FOGAJ4BGM9QL6RG.SMALL.jpg velacreations If you want to start your plants indoors weeks before you can put them into the ground, soil blocks is the way to go. They have many advantages, but the main one is that soil blocks GREATLY reduce transplant shock, leaving you with more survivors in your garden. They won't create root balls like st...
By: velacreations

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 9 Apr 2011 10:05:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-Faux-Rocks/
How To Make Faux Rocks - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1R/IZET/FWA98JX1/F1RIZETFWA98JX1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1R/IZET/FWA98JX1/F1RIZETFWA98JX1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1R/IZET/FWA98JX1/F1RIZETFWA98JX1.SMALL.jpg Creativeman In this instructible, I present my first attempt at making a faux rock. I tend to do things the hard way, but also consider everything a learning experience, an experiment, if you will. I have since learned there are easier methods to follow, but again, this is my first attempt. My eventual goal: la...
By: Creativeman

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:14:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Stylish-Toddler-Bed-for-Under-40/
Simple & Stylish Toddler Bed for Under $40 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Y/CPDH/HD2RTUZY/F6YCPDHHD2RTUZY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Y/CPDH/HD2RTUZY/F6YCPDHHD2RTUZY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Y/CPDH/HD2RTUZY/F6YCPDHHD2RTUZY.SMALL.jpg tjesse As a parent, I am constantly learning new things about my daughter’s likes and dislikes. I recently learned that her all-in-one bed is pointless if she will not sleep in it. It was supposed to transform with the growing needs of our child, but try telling her that. Our original toddler bed is just a...
By: tjesse

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 12 Feb 2013 09:55:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Verifocal-Triple-Monitor-Stand/
Varifocal Triple Monitor Stand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOX/VY3Z/HCB8IB10/FOXVY3ZHCB8IB10.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOX/VY3Z/HCB8IB10/FOXVY3ZHCB8IB10.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOX/VY3Z/HCB8IB10/FOXVY3ZHCB8IB10.SMALL.jpg alasdair.robertson I spend a lot of time in front of my computer and often get a sore back and head from changing position trying to focus on things after some time. I also found that the shelf I had my monitors on was taking up a lot of desk space so I build this rig to solve these problems. This set up is extremely ...
By: alasdair.robertson

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 Jan 2013 16:33:45 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/My-Industrial-looking-HomeCinema-Build-on-Budget/
My Industrial looking HomeCinema, Build on Budget, Installation - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWK/D8B6/HBUZELTH/FWKD8B6HBUZELTH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWK/D8B6/HBUZELTH/FWKD8B6HBUZELTH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWK/D8B6/HBUZELTH/FWKD8B6HBUZELTH.SMALL.jpg Falkenberg This is my Home Cinema Installation, Its about an Projector, and the screen, i´ve build with a very low budget so you can also do something like this. It´s not realy Step by Step cause i lost some pictures but i think its comprehensible. I bought the projector 2nd hand for an very good price is an...
By: Falkenberg

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 Jan 2013 11:37:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-Lumber/
How to Get Cheap or Free Hardwood Lumber - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN1/9MIV/FBN9VTUS/FN19MIVFBN9VTUS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN1/9MIV/FBN9VTUS/FN19MIVFBN9VTUS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN1/9MIV/FBN9VTUS/FN19MIVFBN9VTUS.SMALL.jpg TimAnderson Here's how to buy new lumber in bundles for less than firewood. This seems to work best for hardwoods, cabinetmaker type stuff. This is how I got the wood for these nice shelves and this human-powered hydrofoil and many othe projects.Construction grade lumber, seems there's no bottom end to that mar...
By: TimAnderson

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Jan 2008 20:52:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/SatNav-Bean-Bag-Dashboard-Mount-for-free/
SatNav Bean Bag Dashboard Mount for free - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR6/V5PF/HAUNMMTH/FR6V5PFHAUNMMTH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR6/V5PF/HAUNMMTH/FR6V5PFHAUNMMTH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR6/V5PF/HAUNMMTH/FR6V5PFHAUNMMTH.SMALL.jpg Periwinkle1 So... my SatNav is a rather venerable TomTom One.  I've had it so long because it "does the job it says on the tin".  It must have paid for itself many times over in petrol savings.  The one thing I do not like about it however is the terrible window suction cup, which, no matter how much spittle an...
By: Periwinkle1

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 23 Dec 2012 19:13:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Free-Replacement-Tip-for-Soldering-Guns/
Free Replacement Tip for Soldering Guns - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJE/A8FV/HAQ37P4Y/FJEA8FVHAQ37P4Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJE/A8FV/HAQ37P4Y/FJEA8FVHAQ37P4Y.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJE/A8FV/HAQ37P4Y/FJEA8FVHAQ37P4Y.SMALL.jpg russ_hensel I got an old weller soldering gun ( iron ) from the dump, but the tip was shot. Easy to buy a new tip, but I thought the replacement tip was too expensive for a gun that cost nothing.  But without a tip what use was the gun?   So how to make a replacement? A free replacement.  Here is how I did it...
By: russ_hensel

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 20 Dec 2012 12:07:45 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Ice-box-air-conditioner/
Ice box air conditioner - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FNH/JQ7R/GNMEV0FBFY9/FNHJQ7RGNMEV0FBFY9.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FNH/JQ7R/GNMEV0FBFY9/FNHJQ7RGNMEV0FBFY9.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FNH/JQ7R/GNMEV0FBFY9/FNHJQ7RGNMEV0FBFY9.SMALL.jpg chr This gadget will save your life in the summertime! Out of desperation, in the summer of 2002, I made this improvised "air condition" unit. 2002 was the warmest summer in years, and i almost melted! This might sound like a joke, but it truly does work. You don't need to cool down the entire room to ...
By: chr

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 Nov 2006 12:07:39 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-Bed-Substitute/
Cheap Bed Substitute - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F97/B89G/ZEFEV2ZAJKT/F97B89GZEFEV2ZAJKT.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F97/B89G/ZEFEV2ZAJKT/F97B89GZEFEV2ZAJKT.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F97/B89G/ZEFEV2ZAJKT/F97B89GZEFEV2ZAJKT.SMALL.jpg forgotpassword A new bed for $10 in 5 minutes. Having blown $300 on a mattress, I wasn't about to blow another $300 on a bed frame or box springs. I had all these archive boxes that I used for moving, so here's a cheap-ass substitute. Its as strong as a regular bed, environmentally-friendly and great for peopl...
By: forgotpassword

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 16 Dec 2006 09:01:00 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cool-Cloud-Lamp!/
Cool Cloud Lamp! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FZB/2VPY/F6S8S4PS/FZB2VPYF6S8S4PS.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FZB/2VPY/F6S8S4PS/FZB2VPYF6S8S4PS.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FZB/2VPY/F6S8S4PS/FZB2VPYF6S8S4PS.SMALL.jpg babblin5 Make a very neat lava-like lamp for less than $10 in parts. Uses only soap and water. No chemicals, easy, fun, and the results are incredibly neat! I added some cheap plastic eyeballs and suspended them from the lid with thread to make an Eerie Halloween Display! Supplies You'll Need The main ...
By: babblin5

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Oct 2007 22:22:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-Cheap-and-Easy-Tool-Organizer/
Quick, Cheap, and Easy Tool Organizer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNJ/1SLN/GJ7MQBQH/FNJ1SLNGJ7MQBQH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNJ/1SLN/GJ7MQBQH/FNJ1SLNGJ7MQBQH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNJ/1SLN/GJ7MQBQH/FNJ1SLNGJ7MQBQH.SMALL.jpg aeray While in the process of setting up my new shop, I needed some way to organize and store a bunch of small hand tools. A length of PVC pipe and a few screws solved the problem. Comments/suggestions and ratings are always welcome, and almost always responded to. Fabricate Components Using PVC (or...
By: aeray

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 22 Jan 2011 14:14:03 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Hydroponics---at-Home-and-for-Beginners/
Hydroponics - at Home and for Beginners - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FA1/1IKQ/6SYERXTS3XI/FA11IKQ6SYERXTS3XI.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FA1/1IKQ/6SYERXTS3XI/FA11IKQ6SYERXTS3XI.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FA1/1IKQ/6SYERXTS3XI/FA11IKQ6SYERXTS3XI.SMALL.jpg trebuchet03 I am pushing this project early. I want to clear out my unpublished projects so this is now public. Hopefully it will force me to finish sometime soon (all I need to do now is buy plants)If you've heard of this word, it may have been on the news due to some illegal drug growing operation in someone'...
By: trebuchet03

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Sep 2006 16:53:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Very-Cheap-Wood-Sanding-Machine-from-an-Angle-Grin/
Very Cheap Wood Sanding Machine from an Angle Grinder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFW/DH3X/H8FYOIIZ/FFWDH3XH8FYOIIZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFW/DH3X/H8FYOIIZ/FFWDH3XH8FYOIIZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFW/DH3X/H8FYOIIZ/FFWDH3XH8FYOIIZ.SMALL.jpg aideym I make objects from recycled pallet wood. The main problem is the recycled wood is very rough and sometimes dirty. I can't afford a drum sander or a planer thicknesser but had a dying angle grinder that was itching to become something better. I decided to design a box to run the lengths of wood thro...
By: aideym

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 18 Oct 2012 15:17:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Hide-A-Key-stash-spot/
Make a Hide - A - Key (stash spot) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FSS/FW7B/G3E2C3VA/FSSFW7BG3E2C3VA.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FSS/FW7B/G3E2C3VA/FSSFW7BG3E2C3VA.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FSS/FW7B/G3E2C3VA/FSSFW7BG3E2C3VA.SMALL.jpg durtbikedave This instructable will show how I turned a scrap piece of wood into a secret Hide - A - Key.  This is another project that cost me close to nothing to build.  You will need a few power tools so be careful!! Materials and tools needed You will need a saw.  I use a chop saw and a band saw.  A coupl...
By: durtbikedave

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 Dec 2009 20:51:05 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Shoebox-iPhoneiPod-Projector/
How to Make a Shoebox iPhone/iPod Projector (WITH TEST VIDEO) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F57/N1D5/H8RVC5L2/F57N1D5H8RVC5L2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F57/N1D5/H8RVC5L2/F57N1D5H8RVC5L2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F57/N1D5/H8RVC5L2/F57N1D5H8RVC5L2.SMALL.jpg sher179 This guide will help you make an awesome iPhone or iPod Projector out of a few household tools! Supplies You'll Need These are all the things you'll need to make the projector: Scissors Tape Shoebox Construction Paper Magnifying Glass iPhone/iPod Clay Cutting The Paper Cut the paper to fit aro...
By: sher179

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 31 Oct 2012 22:30:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/5-Japanese-lamp-from-recycled-materials/
Japanese lamp from recycled materials - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNH/SLL1/FGTTCNUZ/FNHSLL1FGTTCNUZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNH/SLL1/FGTTCNUZ/FNHSLL1FGTTCNUZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNH/SLL1/FGTTCNUZ/FNHSLL1FGTTCNUZ.SMALL.jpg PKM A cheap but attractive paper "shoji" style lamp that uses mostly recycled parts and is easy to put together.DISCLAIMER 1: The overall design (and possibly the whole idea) of this lamp was influenced by atarax's shoji lamp Instructable. The motif on the side was influenced by Nick Falzone's superb S...
By: PKM

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 29 May 2008 15:43:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Stylish-and-Low-Cost-55-Gallon-Drum-Planters/
Stylish and Low Cost 55 Gallon Drum Planters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FQV/HASS/H3Z3SUJL/FQVHASSH3Z3SUJL.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FQV/HASS/H3Z3SUJL/FQVHASSH3Z3SUJL.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FQV/HASS/H3Z3SUJL/FQVHASSH3Z3SUJL.SMALL.jpg noahw I wanted to build some simple, low cost & attractive containers for a few fruit trees that were ready to be replanted in my backyard.  Using second hand 55 gallon food safe plastic barrels and some scrap wood that I cleaned up on the planer, I was able to create some very basic planters for my backy...
By: noahw

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 4 Jul 2012 10:29:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Folding-Pallet-Chair/
Folding Pallet Chair - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5E/XXB2/H3NNEXRB/F5EXXB2H3NNEXRB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5E/XXB2/H3NNEXRB/F5EXXB2H3NNEXRB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5E/XXB2/H3NNEXRB/F5EXXB2H3NNEXRB.SMALL.jpg Schooniedude This is a chair born out of necessity. Well, not really. It just sounded cool. It is quite comfortable though. In fact, I am sitting in it now. But I digress. I got all of the wood I used from the Sears store in my city. So the only things I bought were the two bolts and nuts. Overall, this project ...
By: Schooniedude

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Jun 2012 14:09:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Anti-Cat-Poop-Garden/
Anti-Cat Poop Garden - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD4/O7HQ/FVW22FDL/FD4O7HQFVW22FDL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD4/O7HQ/FVW22FDL/FD4O7HQFVW22FDL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD4/O7HQ/FVW22FDL/FD4O7HQFVW22FDL.SMALL.jpg damoelld I Like Cats and I Like Gardens!But....I HATE Cat Poop!I have tried everything to deter the furry little beasts from using my garden as a dumping ground (pardon the pun). I have found a non-toxic, animal friendly, long lasting and inexpensive way to discourage the furry felines from leaving their not...
By: damoelld

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2009 19:59:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-electroplating-Galvanizado-fcil/
Easy electroplating (Galvanizado fıcil) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FML/CMUM/H1YOI6P1/FMLCMUMH1YOI6P1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FML/CMUM/H1YOI6P1/FMLCMUMH1YOI6P1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FML/CMUM/H1YOI6P1/FMLCMUMH1YOI6P1.SMALL.jpg rimar2000 CUIDADO: este proyecto no debe ser afrontado por niños, porque implica el manejo de sustancias peligrosas y vapores tóxicos. Repito: Este proyecto implica el manejo de sustancias peligrosas y vapores tóxicos. Por lo tanto, no debe ser afrontado por niños ni personas inexpertas o atolondradas. ---...
By: rimar2000

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 May 2012 18:25:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Self-standing-staircase/
Self standing staircase - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF6/QRES/H0QH0KHQ/FF6QRESH0QH0KHQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF6/QRES/H0QH0KHQ/FF6QRESH0QH0KHQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF6/QRES/H0QH0KHQ/FF6QRESH0QH0KHQ.SMALL.jpg HickLife Stairs. Everyone has seen them. Everyone has used them. And most people avoid them whenever possible.  They are fairly simple depending on how much detail you go into on them. They just take a little planning, a little math, and a steady hand. The ones I designed and built/will build were designed s...
By: HickLife

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 8 Apr 2012 03:23:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Glass-Bottle-Lamp-Using-Fire/
Make a Glass Bottle Lamp Using Fire - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/302X/H0KKG1AC/FY8302XH0KKG1AC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/302X/H0KKG1AC/FY8302XH0KKG1AC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/302X/H0KKG1AC/FY8302XH0KKG1AC.SMALL.jpg blackbird90 Need more light? Have extra glass bottles laying around? Want to recycle? This Instructable will show you how to make your very own glass bottle lamp for around 5 dollars. What You Need Materials and Tools Recommended Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)             Safety Glasses           ...
By: blackbird90

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 4 Apr 2012 10:44:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Low-Budget-Computer-Desk/
Low Cost Computer Desk - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5K/G8ZF/GRFN35F4/F5KG8ZFGRFN35F4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5K/G8ZF/GRFN35F4/F5KG8ZFGRFN35F4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5K/G8ZF/GRFN35F4/F5KG8ZFGRFN35F4.SMALL.jpg Sobaka-Gemini Over the summer I decided I needed a new desk. After looking online at many different desks costing hundreds dollars I figured I could make one for much less. In fact the total cost I estimate to be around $50. This price could go up very quick if you have to buy some power tools or end up going to ...
By: Sobaka-Gemini

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Apr 2012 13:29:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Home-Theater-Under-%24500-tips-and-tricks/
Home Theater Under $500 (tips and tricks) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FUO/ZEFU/F2H0OX6C/FUOZEFUF2H0OX6C.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FUO/ZEFU/F2H0OX6C/FUOZEFUF2H0OX6C.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FUO/ZEFU/F2H0OX6C/FUOZEFUF2H0OX6C.SMALL.jpg Gamer6460 I managed to construct a relatively large projection theater, by cutting corners, doing a little deal hunting, and making some things on my own. For under $500. Everything I have done can be scaled down for you on home, for either a temporary or permanent installation. Acquiring the projector I...
By: Gamer6460

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 3 Jun 2007 20:48:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Sterling-Engine-absorb-energy-from-candles-c/
The Stirling Engine, absorb energy from candles, coffee, and more! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0E/DQDL/FAKWPK3O/F0EDQDLFAKWPK3O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0E/DQDL/FAKWPK3O/F0EDQDLFAKWPK3O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0E/DQDL/FAKWPK3O/F0EDQDLFAKWPK3O.SMALL.jpg thecheatscalc There's energy all around us that's just waiting to be tapped into. Whether it's hot coffee on a cold day, light from the sun, scented candles, waste heat from electronics... there's power to be had! How about we turn it into useful power? Step in the sterling engine. Ever put a tightly filled ball...
By: thecheatscalc

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 21 Dec 2007 17:22:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Chispito-Wind-Generator/
Chispito Wind Generator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F0P/E5SK/TQQEP27TQ3M/F0PE5SKTQQEP27TQ3M.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F0P/E5SK/TQQEP27TQ3M/F0PE5SKTQQEP27TQ3M.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F0P/E5SK/TQQEP27TQ3M/F0PE5SKTQQEP27TQ3M.SMALL.jpg velacreations The Chispito Wind Generator was designed to be simple and efficient with fast and easy construction. There are no limits to what you can do with wind power. There is nothing more rewarding and empowering than making a wind powered generator from scrap materials. Most of the tools and materials in th...
By: velacreations

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 Mar 2006 18:59:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-Improved-LCD-Overhead-Projector/
Cheap Improved LCD Overhead Projector - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP5/FGAB/FGBQ3V05/FP5FGABFGBQ3V05.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP5/FGAB/FGBQ3V05/FP5FGABFGBQ3V05.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP5/FGAB/FGBQ3V05/FP5FGABFGBQ3V05.SMALL.jpg themakeclass This is an other Instructable about how to build your own cheap LCD projector, but with some improvements.More information about this project here, here and hereThe Make ClassWillem de Kooning Academy Rotterdamhttp://blog.wdka.nl/make Parts, tools & links SHOPPINGLIST# Overhead projector - 20~50 ...
By: themakeclass

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 17 May 2008 11:45:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-projector-for-your-iPodiPhone-for-a/
How to make a projector for your iPod/iPhone for about a $1 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDE/R6W4/GVHH294F/FDER6W4GVHH294F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDE/R6W4/GVHH294F/FDER6W4GVHH294F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDE/R6W4/GVHH294F/FDER6W4GVHH294F.SMALL.jpg MattBothell This is a fun easy project that anyone can make in about 15-20 minutes. The whole project only cost me a dollar and works good enough that I can enjoy an entire movie on it. The way it works is the light from your phone or iPod goes through the magnifying glass and magnifies onto the wall. The whole...
By: MattBothell

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 Nov 2011 18:28:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-good%2c-cheap%2c-upgradeable-sheet-plastic-vacu/
Make a good, cheap, upgradeable sheet plastic vacuum former - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FYA/5MUI/F3ETRVC8/FYA5MUIF3ETRVC8.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FYA/5MUI/F3ETRVC8/FYA5MUIF3ETRVC8.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FYA/5MUI/F3ETRVC8/FYA5MUIF3ETRVC8.SMALL.jpg drcrash Tired of buying cheap plastic crap? Now you can make your own!Or you can make nice and surprisingly sturdy plastic stuff in amazing shapes, amaze your friends with your technical prowess, and be the life of the party.Vacuum forming is a technique for shaping sheet plastics into 3D shapes, which you...
By: drcrash

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Jun 2007 14:20:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/15-bed-frame/
$15 bed frame - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/JP88/GSFTZGSP/FXEJP88GSFTZGSP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/JP88/GSFTZGSP/FXEJP88GSFTZGSP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/JP88/GSFTZGSP/FXEJP88GSFTZGSP.SMALL.jpg stormthirst We picked up a free mattress and box spring from Kijiji the other day as we are having relatives over to our new house in a couple of weeks. On it's own, that was ok except the mattress would be to close to the ground and would be very uncomfortable to get into or out of. So I built a bed frame for...
By: stormthirst

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Sep 2011 14:04:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hedra-Lightshader/
Hedra Lightshader - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNO/UY4R/GLU0HVTE/FNOUY4RGLU0HVTE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNO/UY4R/GLU0HVTE/FNOUY4RGLU0HVTE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNO/UY4R/GLU0HVTE/FNOUY4RGLU0HVTE.SMALL.jpg autocat    Hedra Lightshader is originally designed with 3d studio max and opened with pepakura designer. You may ask why this lightshader's name is hedra instead of triangle or sphere. Its hedra becouse it was modeled using hedra primitive and the core part (without big triangles)is kinda hedra.    This wa...
By: autocat

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:16:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/2-x-10-Benches/
2 x 10 Benches - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5O/9P02/GS3BCI19/F5O9P02GS3BCI19.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5O/9P02/GS3BCI19/F5O9P02GS3BCI19.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5O/9P02/GS3BCI19/F5O9P02GS3BCI19.SMALL.jpg wholman I just moved to Chicago, and, while I look for full time work, I have started volunteering at the ReBuilding Exchange ( http://www.rebuildingexchange.org.)  They are an salvage warehouse, selling architectural elements from demolished houses, furniture made from reclaimed lumber, and old, but still ...
By: wholman

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Sep 2011 13:31:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Small-Blacksmith-s-Forge/
Make a Small Blacksmith's Forge - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FVI/67V1/IWDEYMW0BU9/FVI67V1IWDEYMW0BU9.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FVI/67V1/IWDEYMW0BU9/FVI67V1IWDEYMW0BU9.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FVI/67V1/IWDEYMW0BU9/FVI67V1IWDEYMW0BU9.SMALL.jpg Vendigroth A small forge for Blacksmiths, not a forge for small blacksmiths. A long-term goal of mine's been to have a forge small enough and well-mannered to keep in my suburban garden, so that means no bituminous coal. I considered a Gas forge but when that turned out to be impractical for the scale of work ...
By: Vendigroth

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Feb 2007 16:11:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-secret-compartment!/
Cheap secret compartment! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/H4HZ/FA190VFK/FF8H4HZFA190VFK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/H4HZ/FA190VFK/FF8H4HZFA190VFK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF8/H4HZ/FA190VFK/FF8H4HZFA190VFK.SMALL.jpg fortneja This will show you how to make a secret compartment that can be built into a bookcase, or some other piece of furniture. It uses a sneaky lock that doesn't expose any hardware to the surface. If you can keep from showing all your friends (I couldn't), this would actually be a useful place to store v...
By: fortneja

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 21 Dec 2007 11:40:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Giant-wooden-block-stacking-game-tower/
Giant "wooden block stacking game" tower - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FID/11RT/GP6ZMA1R/FID11RTGP6ZMA1R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FID/11RT/GP6ZMA1R/FID11RTGP6ZMA1R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FID/11RT/GP6ZMA1R/FID11RTGP6ZMA1R.SMALL.jpg Mtoashirbab A few months ago I wanted to make an original present for my dad's birthday. I started looking on the internet but nothing seemed to be the kind of thing that I was looking for....  Then the idea struck me. Why not make my own "wooden block stacking " game? Just a little bigger and  suitable for pla...
By: Mtoashirbab

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