Instructables: exploring - stepbystep - paper - gift http://www.instructables.com Sat, 25 May 2013 08:44:16 PDT BLOX v1.01 Amazing Pop-up Tardis!!! http://www.instructables.com/id/Amazing-Pop-up-Tardis/
Amazing Pop-up Tardis!!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGF/1DOP/HEXSG0OQ/FGF1DOPHEXSG0OQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGF/1DOP/HEXSG0OQ/FGF1DOPHEXSG0OQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGF/1DOP/HEXSG0OQ/FGF1DOPHEXSG0OQ.SMALL.jpg djonas12 Hey everybody!! This is my first Instructable. I'm going to show you how I make an Amazing Pop-up Tardis from the popular sci-fi show, Dr Who. I have drawn up all the templates and parts for you (it took quite a while to get right). Just assemble it! It looks awesome and is a great gift fo...
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Sun, 31 Mar 2013 21:50:50 PDT
Laser Monogrammed Notecards http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Monogrammed-Notecards/
Laser Monogrammed Notecards - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2P/I310/HBHGJ0HI/F2PI310HBHGJ0HI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2P/I310/HBHGJ0HI/F2PI310HBHGJ0HI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2P/I310/HBHGJ0HI/F2PI310HBHGJ0HI.SMALL.jpg narced133 I made these coasters as a Christmas gift last year.  They are inexpensive and reasonably quick to make on a laser cutter.  I made it at the TechShop in San Francisco. You will need: * Access to a laser cutter * Note cards and envelopes. I used 3x5 cards.  You can find them at an art store like Bli...
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Sun, 6 Jan 2013 20:46:10 PST
Origami Slinky http://www.instructables.com/id/Origami-Slinky/
Origami Slinky - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/WL2R/HAQ32JYC/F3CWL2RHAQ32JYC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/WL2R/HAQ32JYC/F3CWL2RHAQ32JYC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/WL2R/HAQ32JYC/F3CWL2RHAQ32JYC.SMALL.jpg nickcube4 In this instructable I will teach you how to make a modular Origami Slinky Designed by Jo Nakashima. All credit goes to him. This slinky can tumble down steps, but normal stairs are to big. It does work on smaller stairs. If you want, make a cool box out of cardboard or something, and give it as a g...
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Tue, 1 Jan 2013 18:18:56 PST
Post-it Note Flower http://www.instructables.com/id/Post-it-Note-Flower/
Post-it Note Flower - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRV/WUMY/HAQ2Z46K/FRVWUMYHAQ2Z46K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRV/WUMY/HAQ2Z46K/FRVWUMYHAQ2Z46K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRV/WUMY/HAQ2Z46K/FRVWUMYHAQ2Z46K.SMALL.jpg Jessie Marie This is an extremely easy just-for-fun craft to make! Have you ever made something out of sticky notes before? Well, this may be your first time at making something like this. Everyone has sticky notes SOMEwhere, so this craft is very cheap to make too. Materials: 4 Pink Sticky Notes 1 Gre...
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Fri, 28 Dec 2012 09:37:09 PST
How to Make an Easy-Tear Notepad http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-an-Easy-Tear-Notepad/
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Sat, 22 Dec 2012 12:08:34 PST
Paper Basket Crafting http://www.instructables.com/id/Paper-Basket-Crafting/
Paper Basket Crafting - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/JQHI/H9G177SF/F7ZJQHIH9G177SF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/JQHI/H9G177SF/F7ZJQHIH9G177SF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/JQHI/H9G177SF/F7ZJQHIH9G177SF.SMALL.jpg Muhaiminah Faiz I always try to use recycled materials for crafting projects. Almost everyone have piles of papers (newspaper, brown paper, magazine paper etc.)  around their houses. It's about time we turned them into something useful! In this instructable I've tried to show 5 easy patterns for paper basket weavin...
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Sun, 18 Nov 2012 04:45:36 PST
Never ending card http://www.instructables.com/id/Never-ending-card/
Never ending card - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGD/QIT5/H7ZP9UZZ/FGDQIT5H7ZP9UZZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGD/QIT5/H7ZP9UZZ/FGDQIT5H7ZP9UZZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGD/QIT5/H7ZP9UZZ/FGDQIT5H7ZP9UZZ.SMALL.jpg Kahra Create an special card, you choose the message. This original card has 4 positions where you can add 4 different images or texts The first diagram shows how the different views will be distributed. Each color underline  each position of the card. so you will know how to split your images in orde...
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Sun, 7 Oct 2012 13:45:49 PDT
Computer Assisted Gift Wrapping http://www.instructables.com/id/Computer-Assisted-Gift-Wrapping/
Computer Assisted Gift Wrapping - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWK/9ZV6/GX2L5TIB/FWK9ZV6GX2L5TIB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWK/9ZV6/GX2L5TIB/FWK9ZV6GX2L5TIB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWK/9ZV6/GX2L5TIB/FWK9ZV6GX2L5TIB.SMALL.jpg PenfoldPlant This is a slightly absurd little project that may appeal to gift wrappers with mild obsessive-compulsive tendencies. You know who you are.  I'm going to quickly talk through how to make your own exquisitely customized gift box for an unusually shaped gift, using the 3D modeling software Blender and...
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Tue, 10 Jan 2012 12:50:01 PST
Quick, Elegant and Personalized Gift Card Holder http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-Elegant-and-Personalized-Gift-Card-Holder/
Quick, Elegant and Personalized Gift Card Holder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWN/XM7X/GWF6ESTW/FWNXM7XGWF6ESTW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWN/XM7X/GWF6ESTW/FWNXM7XGWF6ESTW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWN/XM7X/GWF6ESTW/FWNXM7XGWF6ESTW.SMALL.jpg thiswayhome This was inspired by an advertising card that came in the mail.  We thought it gives a personalized touch to simple gifts, such as  gift cards, homemade CDs, etc. Materials & Tools: Double side paper (a heavier stock helps) Razor Blade or X-acto knife Raffia or Ribbon DVD or other...
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Sat, 24 Dec 2011 21:23:06 PST
Collage Paper Bow http://www.instructables.com/id/Collage-Paper-Bow/
Collage Paper Bow - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNL/1SOI/GWKKLY8L/FNL1SOIGWKKLY8L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNL/1SOI/GWKKLY8L/FNL1SOIGWKKLY8L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNL/1SOI/GWKKLY8L/FNL1SOIGWKKLY8L.SMALL.jpg Kelp_horse Make this bow to add a chic and artistic touch to your holiday gifts. It wont take more than 5 minutes to make and looks incredible! On top of that you can recycle foreign newspaper for an eclectic look. Materials You will need.... Raffia Tissue Paper (White looks the nicest and will work with...
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Sat, 24 Dec 2011 15:30:29 PST
Origami Triangle Gift Box http://www.instructables.com/id/Origami-Triangle-Box/
Origami Triangle Gift Box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE6/TN77/H3NN9H68/FE6TN77H3NN9H68.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE6/TN77/H3NN9H68/FE6TN77H3NN9H68.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE6/TN77/H3NN9H68/FE6TN77H3NN9H68.SMALL.jpg sherrycayheyhey Getting a gift in a handmade triangle origami box is sure to make the recipient smile. You can make one of these box using just 6 pieces of paper and a few folds, no glue or tape required.  If you can tell do the steps based off the pictures then don't bother reading the text, it's only included to...
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Sun, 18 Dec 2011 23:34:50 PST
Origami Square Gift Box http://www.instructables.com/id/Origami-Gift-Box/
Origami Square Gift Box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/FX4I/H3NNETPE/FWHFX4IH3NNETPE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/FX4I/H3NNETPE/FWHFX4IH3NNETPE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/FX4I/H3NNETPE/FWHFX4IH3NNETPE.SMALL.jpg sherrycayheyhey Making a beautiful origami box is easier than you may think. I love to give gifts in these because most the time people like the box so much that they consider it a gift in and of itself.  If you can follow the steps based off the pictures then don't bother reading the text, it's only included to...
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Sun, 18 Dec 2011 21:35:32 PST
$5.10 DIMEmond ring http://www.instructables.com/id/510-DIMEmond-ring/
$5.10 DIMEmond ring - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9D/6388/GW89LNW0/F9D6388GW89LNW0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9D/6388/GW89LNW0/F9D6388GW89LNW0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9D/6388/GW89LNW0/F9D6388GW89LNW0.SMALL.jpg Blechmen A cool and easy way to make a $5.10 ring.  Materials $5.00 bill $00.10 coin and a bit of tape Fold Add dime
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Thu, 15 Dec 2011 16:38:07 PST
Gift Bows (from recycled paper) http://www.instructables.com/id/Gift-Bows-from-recycled-paper/
Gift Bows (from recycled paper) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQY/53KM/GVZOI6B1/FQY53KMGVZOI6B1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQY/53KM/GVZOI6B1/FQY53KMGVZOI6B1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQY/53KM/GVZOI6B1/FQY53KMGVZOI6B1.SMALL.jpg canucksgirl It's inevitable. You are almost finished wrapping gifts and you run out of bows! Now there's no need to run back to the store, or leave out the bow altogether when you can make your own bows with recycled paper. Use left over gift wrap, a magazine page, newspaper, craft paper, scrapbook paper, shee...
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Sun, 11 Dec 2011 19:35:21 PST
Amazing Star Gift Tags http://www.instructables.com/id/Amazing-Star-Gift-Tags/
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Mon, 5 Dec 2011 09:30:04 PST
Transforming Flex Card http://www.instructables.com/id/Transforming-Flex-Card/
Transforming Flex Card - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/C685/GUVTQZ0F/F6PC685GUVTQZ0F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/C685/GUVTQZ0F/F6PC685GUVTQZ0F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/C685/GUVTQZ0F/F6PC685GUVTQZ0F.SMALL.jpg Exscaly I was recently invited to a party, and I wanted to make a card for the recipient. However, I am a strong believer in making gifts special, and so I was racking my mind on how to make my card interesting. I came across an advertising card that I got a few days earlier and I copied it. This is the res...
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Sun, 13 Nov 2011 00:08:37 PST
Use flyers or postcards to make a origami gift box http://www.instructables.com/id/Use-flyers-or-postcards-to-make-a-origami-gift-box/
Use flyers or postcards to make a origami gift box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/BOSO/GMFIQ8HC/FNCBOSOGMFIQ8HC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/BOSO/GMFIQ8HC/FNCBOSOGMFIQ8HC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/BOSO/GMFIQ8HC/FNCBOSOGMFIQ8HC.SMALL.jpg xxpanama A few years ago I learned to make these nice boxes. Those are very stable and you can store your stuff  in there or use it as a gift box. I usually use free cards or flyer's. In bars and in my university they have tons of cards and some have a nice layout. You only need 8 cards and scissors. You ...
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Thu, 7 Jul 2011 12:48:24 PDT
Quick & Easy Index Card Boxes http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-Easy-Index-Card-Boxes/
Quick & Easy Index Card Boxes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCH/F5WI/GN77VTPW/FCHF5WIGN77VTPW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCH/F5WI/GN77VTPW/FCHF5WIGN77VTPW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCH/F5WI/GN77VTPW/FCHF5WIGN77VTPW.SMALL.jpg ninjacow258 Since I don't often buy art materials, making gift boxes simply becomes a chore in my attempts to hunt down paper (for my lack of cardstock or anything of the kind) that is strong enough to hold materials. However, one day when I was preparing for school, I had an epiphany about one of the most ob...
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Mon, 2 May 2011 17:12:02 PDT
The Perfect Gift for Anyone http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Perfect-Gift-for-Anyone/
The Perfect Gift for Anyone - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVA/4TR0/GLQCLIAJ/FVA4TR0GLQCLIAJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVA/4TR0/GLQCLIAJ/FVA4TR0GLQCLIAJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVA/4TR0/GLQCLIAJ/FVA4TR0GLQCLIAJ.SMALL.jpg lilypop You'll love seeing their face go through the emotions: curiosity, confusion, disbelief, and finally, laughter. A very cute gift, it can be made entirely of money. A money box opens up to reveal a money shirt, complete with a tag saying 'XXXXXXXS'. Materials 2 Crisp dollar bills, or just pie...
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Sat, 9 Apr 2011 14:17:56 PDT
Quilling Robot http://www.instructables.com/id/Quilling-Robot/
Quilling Robot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPB/KUML/GD0QSVK8/FPBKUMLGD0QSVK8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPB/KUML/GD0QSVK8/FPBKUMLGD0QSVK8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPB/KUML/GD0QSVK8/FPBKUMLGD0QSVK8.SMALL.jpg Carleyy This is my gift for the Instructables Gift Exchange.  It was inspired by Russian artist Yulia Brodskaya paper art creations who I talked about in one of my previous Monday Blog Round Ups. Follow these easy instructions to make your own awesome ROBOT!!  Or adapt my technique to make a different desi...
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Wed, 18 Aug 2010 18:36:26 PDT
Hi-Instructables postcard http://www.instructables.com/id/Hi-Instructables-postcard/
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Thu, 22 Jul 2010 10:42:41 PDT
Origami Rose in Bloom http://www.instructables.com/id/Origami-Rose-in-Bloom-Part-1/
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Mon, 21 Jun 2010 12:53:15 PDT
Bookmark cart http://www.instructables.com/id/Bookmark-cart/
Bookmark cart - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXB/2ROB/G7DYJNPE/FXB2ROBG7DYJNPE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXB/2ROB/G7DYJNPE/FXB2ROBG7DYJNPE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXB/2ROB/G7DYJNPE/FXB2ROBG7DYJNPE.SMALL.jpg kamadesign I have made a little cart that holds bookmarks - perfect for a going-away gift. You can customize it any way you want. The possibilities are endless. If you don't stamp you can cut out photographs or images from magazines and so on. Please let me know if you get inspired to make something of your ow...
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Thu, 1 Apr 2010 15:48:48 PDT
Make a 3D Layered Drawing http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-3D-Layered-Drawing/
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Sun, 28 Mar 2010 20:55:59 PDT
A Valentines Day Gift for the Unemployed http://www.instructables.com/id/Step-1-5/
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Mon, 8 Feb 2010 16:37:43 PST
VHS Spiral Bound Notebook http://www.instructables.com/id/VHS-Spiral-Bound-Notebook/
VHS Spiral Bound Notebook - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEJ/WRLX/G43E4OGE/FEJWRLXG43E4OGE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEJ/WRLX/G43E4OGE/FEJWRLXG43E4OGE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEJ/WRLX/G43E4OGE/FEJWRLXG43E4OGE.SMALL.jpg WhyIsThisOpen I, like many people, have a good number of old VHS tapes laying around. Some of the movies I now have on DVD, others I no longer care to keep and whatever falls between I can digitize should I wish. This makes the collection of VHS tapes about as useful to me as a collection of rocks. So, I took a n...
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Fri, 15 Jan 2010 12:27:48 PST
How to Wrap a Present http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Wrap-a-Present/
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Mon, 14 Dec 2009 23:11:08 PST
How to make a gift box from paper without glue or tape http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-gift-box-from-paper-without-glue-or-/
How to make a gift box from paper without glue or tape - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ8/5UPJ/G33OQ76G/FZ85UPJG33OQ76G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ8/5UPJ/G33OQ76G/FZ85UPJG33OQ76G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ8/5UPJ/G33OQ76G/FZ85UPJG33OQ76G.SMALL.jpg EpicErik This Instructable will show you how to make a gift box from two pieces of construction paper. Required materials: 2 pieces of 8.5" x 11" paper Required tools: Ruler Pen/Pencil Scissors Cutting the squares Fold each piece of paper along a diagonal Cut the piece for the lid into a square Draw ...
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Sun, 13 Dec 2009 07:31:05 PST
Make a Holiday Gift Box and "Bow" for Cheap http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Holiday-Gift-Box-and-Bow-for-Cheap/
Make a Holiday Gift Box and "Bow" for Cheap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAV/O0DY/G2HE04N7/FAVO0DYG2HE04N7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAV/O0DY/G2HE04N7/FAVO0DYG2HE04N7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAV/O0DY/G2HE04N7/FAVO0DYG2HE04N7.SMALL.jpg AngryRedhead This instructable shows you how to make a unique flower bow and a customized origami box perfect for jewelry, candy, money, or any other small gift.  This project uses many common items you would have in your home, and I would estimate the total cost of materials used to be around $0.80.  The flowe...
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Tue, 1 Dec 2009 13:32:59 PST
Mini Xmas Gift Parcels http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-Xmas-Gift-Parcels/
Mini Xmas Gift Parcels - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP3/VOH0/G2L3BPIL/FP3VOH0G2L3BPIL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP3/VOH0/G2L3BPIL/FP3VOH0G2L3BPIL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP3/VOH0/G2L3BPIL/FP3VOH0G2L3BPIL.SMALL.jpg Alberta Leong There are some things money can’t buy.  Like a handmade gift.  Why not go a step further and put together your own handmade GIFT PARCEL!  You can fill these gift parcels with cookies, sweets or chocolate treats to give your friends and family a most heartwarming surprise. I actually made these cute ...
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Tue, 1 Dec 2009 01:24:08 PST
Recycled gift wrapping http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-gift-wrapping/
Recycled gift wrapping - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK9/054M/G2HDZ379/FK9054MG2HDZ379.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK9/054M/G2HDZ379/FK9054MG2HDZ379.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK9/054M/G2HDZ379/FK9054MG2HDZ379.SMALL.jpg torta10 Every Christmas lots of good paper goes to waste on present wrappings. Most of this paper can't be reused because is ripped, bend or has tape in it.This instructable shows a fun way to create a new gift wrap, recycling any kind of paper (or opaque bendable material). Enjoy! Tools and materials Yo...
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Fri, 27 Nov 2009 18:14:46 PST
Origami Fish Mobile http://www.instructables.com/id/Fish-Mobile/
Origami Fish Mobile - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMH/ABC3/FXR6YR02/FMHABC3FXR6YR02.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMH/ABC3/FXR6YR02/FMHABC3FXR6YR02.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMH/ABC3/FXR6YR02/FMHABC3FXR6YR02.SMALL.jpg rickharris How to make an attractive fish mobile from paper. All of the fish are made from paper. As a demonstration I will use plain paper but for the mobile I recommend you use wrapping paper in your favourite design.The steps are illustrated in the following photographs. You will need some scissor...
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Sat, 1 Aug 2009 09:48:02 PDT
Card making basics: cutting and carving a card http://www.instructables.com/id/Card-making-basics-cutting-and-carving-a-card/
Card making basics: cutting and carving a card - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYG/UDEK/FVTVXKI8/FYGUDEKFVTVXKI8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYG/UDEK/FVTVXKI8/FYGUDEKFVTVXKI8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYG/UDEK/FVTVXKI8/FYGUDEKFVTVXKI8.SMALL.jpg ErwtjE The basics of making greetings cards is ... wel, a card.This instructable demonstrates te easiest way to make a nicely cut card.You'll need- a knife- a (metal) ruler- a cutting mat with squares on itOR- a piece of cardboard to cut on- a very fine pencil- an eraser Carving the back of the card If ...
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Thu, 11 Jun 2009 14:10:36 PDT
Simple greeting card n° 4 http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-greeting-card-ndeg-4/
Simple greeting card n° 4 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN9/221X/FVTVU8OW/FN9221XFVTVU8OW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN9/221X/FVTVU8OW/FN9221XFVTVU8OW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN9/221X/FVTVU8OW/FN9221XFVTVU8OW.SMALL.jpg ErwtjE This instructable describes how to make a beautiful card using the very easy technique called "fancy folding" or "iris folding".You'll need- a card- a knife- a cutting mat or cardboard- some tape or paper stickers- paper with different prints on them (you can also use the insides of envelopes)- a pi...
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Thu, 11 Jun 2009 13:30:22 PDT
Simple greeting card n° 3 http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-greeting-card-ndeg-3/
Simple greeting card n° 3 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI3/025O/FVS71U19/FI3025OFVS71U19.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI3/025O/FVS71U19/FI3025OFVS71U19.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI3/025O/FVS71U19/FI3025OFVS71U19.SMALL.jpg ErwtjE Use this instructable to create a simple greeting card using the following:- a knife- a cutting mat (or piece of cardboard)- glue (regular glue stick, double sided tape, photostickers, ...)- a ruler- some small decorative stickers Make the base of the "photostrip" To make the base of the photostr...
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Wed, 10 Jun 2009 13:58:58 PDT
Simple greeting card n° 2 http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-greeting-card-ndeg-2/
Simple greeting card n° 2 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3D/TKI6/FVS7EBCA/F3DTKI6FVS7EBCA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3D/TKI6/FVS7EBCA/F3DTKI6FVS7EBCA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3D/TKI6/FVS7EBCA/F3DTKI6FVS7EBCA.SMALL.jpg ErwtjE Make a simple greeting card by using:- a knife- a cutting mat (or a piece of cardboard)- punches (I used a flower punch)- color cards from the paint store (one will do for this instructable)- a paper card- an extra, smaller piece of paper- a nice sticker- a sample piece of wallpaper (preferably with...
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Wed, 10 Jun 2009 13:38:59 PDT
Simple greeting card n° 1 http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-greeting-card-ndeg-1/
Simple greeting card n° 1 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/C88A/FVS81JO2/FA9C88AFVS81JO2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/C88A/FVS81JO2/FA9C88AFVS81JO2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/C88A/FVS81JO2/FA9C88AFVS81JO2.SMALL.jpg ErwtjE This instructable shows you how to make a nice greeting card by using basic card making techniques.You'll need- a pattern for punching holes (see next step for more info)- a thick needle or special pen- a punching mat or something similar- an emboss pen- a metal template- some decorative stickers, p...
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Wed, 10 Jun 2009 12:37:29 PDT
Make a vase of paper flower pens http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-vase-of-paper-flower-pens/
Make a vase of paper flower pens - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Q/PZL3/FTY4BZO5/F5QPZL3FTY4BZO5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Q/PZL3/FTY4BZO5/F5QPZL3FTY4BZO5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Q/PZL3/FTY4BZO5/F5QPZL3FTY4BZO5.SMALL.jpg KedaDibandion Using regular cheapo bic pens, tape, craft glue, scissors or a craft knife, and colored paper, you can make a bunch of origami paper pens! It's easy. Make a flower The first thing you need to do is make your origami flower. I'm not going to detail the instructions here, but here are a couple link...
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Mon, 27 Apr 2009 16:45:50 PDT
Inexpensive Notepad Gift http://www.instructables.com/id/Inexpensive-Notepad-Gift/
Inexpensive Notepad Gift - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4Y/D3LJ/FRXWGQOR/F4YD3LJFRXWGQOR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4Y/D3LJ/FRXWGQOR/F4YD3LJFRXWGQOR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4Y/D3LJ/FRXWGQOR/F4YD3LJFRXWGQOR.SMALL.jpg mal77 This is an easy and fun way to jazz up a plain little pad of paper and it can be given as a very inexpensive gift. Materials Needed 1- small note pad ( mine was 5in X8in and came in a 3 pack at the dollar store) 1- 8.5 X 11 sheet of card stock in any color you choose Glue stick and/or glue runner...
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Sat, 7 Mar 2009 22:53:54 PST
How to Make Origami Christmas Ornaments http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Origami-Christmas-Ornaments/
How to Make Origami Christmas Ornaments - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNN/JY9R/FOWZQ63A/FNNJY9RFOWZQ63A.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNN/JY9R/FOWZQ63A/FNNJY9RFOWZQ63A.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNN/JY9R/FOWZQ63A/FNNJY9RFOWZQ63A.SMALL.jpg cAPSlOCKrOXX Make 3 different easy origami Christmas Ornaments with either 3, 6, or 12 simple units. Making the Unit : Step 1 Start out with a piece of square paper with the colored side facing away from you. Fold the paper in half, then unfold it. Next, fold the sides towards the center as shown. Then, unfol...
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Fri, 2 Jan 2009 19:32:17 PST
Cool recycled gift canister, wrapping, and fabulous bow http://www.instructables.com/id/Cool-recycled-gift-canister-wrapping-and-fabulou/
Cool recycled gift canister, wrapping, and fabulous bow - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FP9/VINA/FP9CT3S2/FP9VINAFP9CT3S2.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FP9/VINA/FP9CT3S2/FP9VINAFP9CT3S2.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FP9/VINA/FP9CT3S2/FP9VINAFP9CT3S2.SMALL.jpg bptakoma Do you obsessively salvage wrapping paper during the frenzy of gift opening? Save an empty oatmeal canister and recycle the beautiful wrapping paper from another gift to make a reusable wrapped package of your own. Oatmeal is good for you, and this project is a great reason to eat your oatmeal...
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Wed, 31 Dec 2008 16:19:37 PST
Decorative Origami Ball http://www.instructables.com/id/Decorative-Origami-Ball/
Decorative Origami Ball - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/XAT7/FOVWMULC/FZMXAT7FOVWMULC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/XAT7/FOVWMULC/FZMXAT7FOVWMULC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZM/XAT7/FOVWMULC/FZMXAT7FOVWMULC.SMALL.jpg jabapyth Here you will learn to make a cool looking Origami Ball, from 6 squares of paper.the paper I use is regular printer paper, but foil works really well (and looks cooler).With this kind of design, smaller is usually better/neater looking -- but too small greats really difficult. My squares are 2 1/8 "...
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Sat, 27 Dec 2008 13:45:34 PST
PaperCraft Christmas Tree http://www.instructables.com/id/PaperCraft-Christmas-Tree/
PaperCraft Christmas Tree - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/8QQS/FOVWMA4J/FZ68QQSFOVWMA4J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/8QQS/FOVWMA4J/FZ68QQSFOVWMA4J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/8QQS/FOVWMA4J/FZ68QQSFOVWMA4J.SMALL.jpg threecheersfornick How to make a simple paper Christmas tree.Requires paper and scissors. Rocks optional. Square If your paper isn't already in a square, make it into one. Fold Fold your tree-to-be triangularly three times, as in the first picture. Without unfolding, fold it again as in the second picture. When ...
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Fri, 26 Dec 2008 17:52:37 PST
gift-wrapping with newspaper http://www.instructables.com/id/gift-wrapping-with-newspaper/
gift-wrapping with newspaper - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0K/ECPF/FOWZOTKO/F0KECPFFOWZOTKO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0K/ECPF/FOWZOTKO/F0KECPFFOWZOTKO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0K/ECPF/FOWZOTKO/F0KECPFFOWZOTKO.SMALL.jpg moisture A last-instant wrapping idea: try newsprint. Cheap, creative, and simple. ...searching... Find newspaper with interesting graphics. The NY Times is great, check their Arts and Travel sections. Heading for the comics is the classic way to pull this off. Scissors and tape also needed. Oh, and...
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Wed, 24 Dec 2008 23:23:40 PST
Album Cover Box http://www.instructables.com/id/Album-Cover-Box/
Album Cover Box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR4/9A0H/FOVXORRW/FR49A0HFOVXORRW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR4/9A0H/FOVXORRW/FR49A0HFOVXORRW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR4/9A0H/FOVXORRW/FR49A0HFOVXORRW.SMALL.jpg domestic_engineer I love the covers of record albums. The art work is so cool! I've been making a lot of bowls and stuff with old records from Freecycle. Now I think I found something good to do with the covers. Make your own custom box for your x-mas presents. (then the box itself is a present too.) Get Ready ...
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Mon, 22 Dec 2008 15:35:30 PST
Gift Bags from Cereal Boxes http://www.instructables.com/id/Gift-Bags-from-Cereal-Boxes/
Gift Bags from Cereal Boxes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLA/SQR7/FOHXBQC2/FLASQR7FOHXBQC2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLA/SQR7/FOHXBQC2/FLASQR7FOHXBQC2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLA/SQR7/FOHXBQC2/FLASQR7FOHXBQC2.SMALL.jpg mandodeb If you're tired of paying for Disney themed gift bags or other lame new $6.00 gift bags, this cheap and creative instructable is for you. Your friends will love you for it - because you are just too cool. Not Too Girly Version This is an example of what a map, duct tape and paper clips can look ...
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Thu, 18 Dec 2008 13:01:00 PST
Make Gift Tags from Junk Mail http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Gift-Tags-from-Junk-Mail/
Make Gift Tags from Junk Mail - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6F/E68Q/FOD6V0XB/F6FE68QFOD6V0XB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6F/E68Q/FOD6V0XB/F6FE68QFOD6V0XB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6F/E68Q/FOD6V0XB/F6FE68QFOD6V0XB.SMALL.jpg domestic_engineer I get so many catalogs in the mail this time of year. The stuff inside is very pretty, but I can't afford any of it, so I decided to use them to make gift tags. And best of all, they're pretty much free. (Besides my cats like to eat the bows I try to put on presents, but they leave these alone.) ...
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Sat, 6 Dec 2008 14:39:24 PST
Kin Herep - your friendly papercraft friends! http://www.instructables.com/id/Kin-Herep-your-friendly-papercraft-friends/
Kin Herep - your friendly papercraft friends! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCV/R6AM/FLROKSRK/FCVR6AMFLROKSRK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCV/R6AM/FLROKSRK/FCVR6AMFLROKSRK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCV/R6AM/FLROKSRK/FCVR6AMFLROKSRK.SMALL.jpg gmjhowe Here is Wednesday's -ible, a little friend to keep you company when your working hard!This is a simple one, and anyone of you should be able to manage it.bumpus did, so anyone canThis is what you need :-A black and white or colour printerA couple of sheets of good quality printable card (i used some...
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Wed, 1 Oct 2008 11:45:30 PDT
Recylced Flower Mother's Day Card http://www.instructables.com/id/Recylced-Flower-Mothers-Day-Card/
Recylced Flower Mother's Day Card - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXO/YX2M/FHJMNQLC/FXOYX2MFHJMNQLC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXO/YX2M/FHJMNQLC/FXOYX2MFHJMNQLC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXO/YX2M/FHJMNQLC/FXOYX2MFHJMNQLC.SMALL.jpg transplendent This greeting card made from a recycled water bottle is a creative and easy way to show a person that you care. I decided to make a Mother's Day card like this for my mom after I was inspired by laminterious's instructable. Gather Supplies You will need the following items:plastic water or soda b...
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Mon, 16 Jun 2008 16:09:22 PDT
Hide-A-Book with a twist... http://www.instructables.com/id/Hide-A-Book-with-a-twist.../
Hide-A-Book with a twist... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTA/SYFG/FGGRXAOT/FTASYFGFGGRXAOT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTA/SYFG/FGGRXAOT/FTASYFGFGGRXAOT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTA/SYFG/FGGRXAOT/FTASYFGFGGRXAOT.SMALL.jpg scooter76 A good friend of mine has just graduated from Medical School, and since I could not be there for the graduation (whole Atlantic Ocean thing in the way), I thought I would whip something up as a present. There is nothing extremely new in this instructable, as there are many variations on this websit...
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Tue, 20 May 2008 12:01:37 PDT