http://www.instructables.com Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:10:39 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Gardening-tote/
Gardening tote - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/BY0B/HHI4W9KW/FU3BY0BHHI4W9KW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/BY0B/HHI4W9KW/FU3BY0BHHI4W9KW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/BY0B/HHI4W9KW/FU3BY0BHHI4W9KW.SMALL.jpg Susan Cirigliano Keep all your gardening gear together in a very inexpensive, hand decorated tote.  Each year during the holiday season Barnes & Noble sell a very nice heavy duty tote bags.  I stopped in the store after the holiday season and the bags had been marked down (a lot) I bought several knowing I w...
By: Susan Cirigliano

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 3 Jun 2013 14:38:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Paper-Electronics-Make-Interactive-Musical-Artwo/
Paper Electronics: Make Interactive, Musical Artwork with Conductive Ink - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYZ/ER9R/HH2VKCTC/FYZER9RHH2VKCTC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYZ/ER9R/HH2VKCTC/FYZER9RHH2VKCTC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYZ/ER9R/HH2VKCTC/FYZER9RHH2VKCTC.SMALL.jpg mashorter If you've ever wanted to bring a piece of paper to life, now is your chance. This instructable will take you through all the necessary steps to create an amazing interactive flyer or artwork. This event flyer is no ordinary piece of print. It is printed using Bare Conductive ink. This means that whe...
By: mashorter

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 31 May 2013 01:13:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Objects-from-Recycled-Materials/
3D Objects from Recycled Materials - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHM/D99Z/HGU2JRFS/FHMD99ZHGU2JRFS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHM/D99Z/HGU2JRFS/FHMD99ZHGU2JRFS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHM/D99Z/HGU2JRFS/FHMD99ZHGU2JRFS.SMALL.jpg algodelanada This instructable is part of "something out of nothing" series, this time "nothing" is material - recycled paper, banana skins and more. I've actually came across this idea, making sheets of paper for my art and soon realised that I get left over pulp, which goes to waste and could be used to make o...
By: algodelanada

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 May 2013 09:45:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Folding-Book-Art-Wedding-Table-Numbers/
Folding Book Art - Wedding Table Numbers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/9HO8/HFSHU46D/FXE9HO8HFSHU46D.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/9HO8/HFSHU46D/FXE9HO8HFSHU46D.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/9HO8/HFSHU46D/FXE9HO8HFSHU46D.SMALL.jpg Mr_o_uk I am getting married soon and my fiance was looking at how to mark the table numbers. The wedding is a village fete / vintage sort of theme. My wife to be is an english teacher, and we both like books... As she was looking for inspiration she came across one of the folded books with words in. I'm ...
By: Mr_o_uk

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 May 2013 00:14:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Physical-Reconfiguration-of-Digital-Anatomy/
Physical Reconfiguration of Digital Anatomy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEQ/8FY2/HGH6Y62I/FEQ8FY2HGH6Y62I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEQ/8FY2/HGH6Y62I/FEQ8FY2HGH6Y62I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEQ/8FY2/HGH6Y62I/FEQ8FY2HGH6Y62I.SMALL.jpg katrusso This project had its roots in my fascination with anatomy, and my own organs and internal processes.  Due to various childhood surgeries, I've had to get a number of MRI's, and the resulting images are amazing.  I love the concept of  being able to see the complex internal organs through the barrier...
By: katrusso

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 May 2013 22:53:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Art-Gallery-with-Moving-Walls-on-Bicycle/
Art Gallery with Moving Walls on Bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/Z86K/HGH71LBU/FXEZ86KHGH71LBU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/Z86K/HGH71LBU/FXEZ86KHGH71LBU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/Z86K/HGH71LBU/FXEZ86KHGH71LBU.SMALL.jpg dontstop1990 I'm not sure what to call this yet but for now lets go with The Art Pedaler (get the pun?). The Art Pedaler is designed to be a pop-up art gallery that can situate itself anywhere. Artwork is to be hung on a motorized conveyor belt wall that spins slowly around the bicycle attracting the attention ...
By: dontstop1990

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 21:29:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tribal-inspired-nails/
Tribal inspired nails.. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/KAOU/HGIEV3Q6/FFNKAOUHGIEV3Q6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/KAOU/HGIEV3Q6/FFNKAOUHGIEV3Q6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/KAOU/HGIEV3Q6/FFNKAOUHGIEV3Q6.SMALL.jpg zeyanimisbah this nail art inspired by African tribal art. African tribal arts include abstract lines and dots.  vote for me in beauty contest :)  Things you need: White nail polish Black nail polish Top coat Nail polish remover Cotton pads Nail art brush/ tooth pick Step one: A...
By: zeyanimisbah

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 10:45:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Polka-dots-with-French-tips/
Polka dots with French tips... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/JU00/HGIEV3KN/F5LJU00HGIEV3KN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/JU00/HGIEV3KN/F5LJU00HGIEV3KN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/JU00/HGIEV3KN/F5LJU00HGIEV3KN.SMALL.jpg zeyanimisbah French tips are an elegant way of accessorizing your nails. In this instructable I’m going to show to show how to play around French tips and polka dots. Vote for me in beauty contest if you like it :) Step one: Apply a base coat. Step two: Draw a white smile line along your nail tips. Step ...
By: zeyanimisbah

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 09:58:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Purple-Rain-Drop-Kinetic-Art-from-Bicycle-Rims/
"Purple Rain Drop" Kinetic Art from Bicycle Rims - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/C65D/HFPTIOFJ/FUCC65DHFPTIOFJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/C65D/HFPTIOFJ/FUCC65DHFPTIOFJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/C65D/HFPTIOFJ/FUCC65DHFPTIOFJ.SMALL.jpg LeonArchiTesla      Reuben Margolin creates kinetic art that has been installed in museums throughout the US.   http://www.ted.com/speakers/reuben_margolin.html  He bases many of his designs on natural sine waves. One of his creations is a round wave made from wood.  http://reubenmargolin.com/waves/Round/roundWave...
By: LeonArchiTesla

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2013 19:24:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Blowing-Purple-Crayon-Art/
DIY Blowing Purple Crayon Art! Using FIG Purple! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNO/XXKX/HFSH53AP/FNOXXKXHFSH53AP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNO/XXKX/HFSH53AP/FNOXXKXHFSH53AP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNO/XXKX/HFSH53AP/FNOXXKXHFSH53AP.SMALL.jpg Kellalynn In just a few easy steps, you can create this fun decoration, perfect for the dorm or any space that needs a little something extra! No hot glue gun needed!! Here is what you need: - 1 Canvas. - A picture of someone pretending to blow bubbles printed on regular printer paper, Preferably in black a...
By: Kellalynn

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Apr 2013 12:00:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Coffee-Shop-Airbrush-Mural-time-lapse-video/
Coffee Shop Airbrush Mural (time lapse video) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF6/4G0H/HFSHSPLR/FF64G0HHFSHSPLR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF6/4G0H/HFSHSPLR/FF64G0HHFSHSPLR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF6/4G0H/HFSHSPLR/FF64G0HHFSHSPLR.SMALL.jpg Phiske Painting can be a lot of fun, even more so when you make some money doing it!   This is a mural I was contracted to design and paint for a non-franchise coffee shop.  Cool place.  So I did a quick sketch on the spot (well actually on paper) and was hired.  Here I'll show some of the steps for doin...
By: Phiske

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 13:43:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-elusive-Fig-a-ma-bug-The-Fig-Fairy/
The elusive Fig-a-ma-bug (The Fig Fairy) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMQ/UPOO/HFSH4ZEA/FMQUPOOHFSH4ZEA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMQ/UPOO/HFSH4ZEA/FMQUPOOHFSH4ZEA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMQ/UPOO/HFSH4ZEA/FMQUPOOHFSH4ZEA.SMALL.jpg snmiller For starters " thank you " for checking out my little friend and if you find this instuctable worthy enough please vote for me in the Purple contest. :D I wanted to try something that I hadn't ever tried before and when I saw the purple contest my mind went on a imagination spree. I decided that I ...
By: snmiller

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 11:13:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/K2-complex-modular-origami-sculpture-no-glue/
K2 - complex modular origami sculpture - no glue - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYV/3YAG/HFPTRN93/FYV3YAGHFPTRN93.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYV/3YAG/HFPTRN93/FYV3YAGHFPTRN93.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYV/3YAG/HFPTRN93/FYV3YAGHFPTRN93.SMALL.jpg joettle Hi there :) For those of you unfamiliar with the art of Origami, these are probably the models on this webside with the highest skill/price ratio :) They cost you nothing except time and a few sheets of paper... Aaaaand, this piece of art is completely biodegradable :) Here's a little bit of comp...
By: joettle

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 21 Apr 2013 13:41:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Newspaper-Shoes/
Newspaper Shoes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ1/RR8W/HFD1K0SF/FJ1RR8WHFD1K0SF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ1/RR8W/HFD1K0SF/FJ1RR8WHFD1K0SF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ1/RR8W/HFD1K0SF/FJ1RR8WHFD1K0SF.SMALL.jpg ofm11 Here's a fun way to revamp a plain pair of old shoes! Materials You will need: -A pair of shoes that you're willing to cover (I used a pair that I found at a garage sale) -newpapers (or magazines) -hot glue gun -ModPodge (optional) -scissors Create the Folds Cut out a chunk of newpaper. The s...
By: ofm11

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 10:17:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/homage-to-duchamps-bicycle-wheel-a-dual-mode-le/
homage to duchamp's bicycle wheel - a dual mode led lamp (DC hub generator or AC plugin) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/OGBL/HFD1JTWW/FUCOGBLHFD1JTWW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/OGBL/HFD1JTWW/FUCOGBLHFD1JTWW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/OGBL/HFD1JTWW/FUCOGBLHFD1JTWW.SMALL.jpg pobriant In honor of the 100th year of  Marcel Duchamp's most famous "ready made" creation, the bicycle wheel lamp and generator. This is  a dual mode led lamp  for plugging in an AC LED bulb or spin it yourself for powering DC LEDs (with battery backup.)  Choose the  green option with Cree's latest LED 9.5...
By: pobriant

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 13 Apr 2013 19:13:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-real-Viking-Stool/
Make a real Viking Stool - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBR/CGSK/HELXKPF0/FBRCGSKHELXKPF0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBR/CGSK/HELXKPF0/FBRCGSKHELXKPF0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBR/CGSK/HELXKPF0/FBRCGSKHELXKPF0.SMALL.jpg morfmir This is a real viking stool. We have many archaeological findings of this kind of stool. Lots of sizes and shapes, even some with a hole in the seat probably used as a toilet seat.The common characteristics of the stools is the D shape and the 3 legs. Two in the corners of the straight side and the ...
By: morfmir

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2013 13:28:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Skateboard-to-work-skirt-made-in-SketchBook-Pro/
Skateboard to work skirt made in SketchBook Pro - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO3/OJ9Z/HFBK6Y5R/FO3OJ9ZHFBK6Y5R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO3/OJ9Z/HFBK6Y5R/FO3OJ9ZHFBK6Y5R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO3/OJ9Z/HFBK6Y5R/FO3OJ9ZHFBK6Y5R.SMALL.jpg ReneediCherri I work between two worlds: One is the awesome crazy fun place known as Instructables. The other is the super fancy officey Autodesk. They are both super cool, but definitely different climates. Managing a wardrobe between the two worlds is tricky. I'm wanting to skateboard to work and still look ...
By: ReneediCherri

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2013 10:35:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/using-the-symmetry-tool-in-SketchBook-Pro-to-desig/
using the symmetry tool in SketchBook Pro to design clothing - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBG/S5W5/HEXSMPZX/FBGS5W5HEXSMPZX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBG/S5W5/HEXSMPZX/FBGS5W5HEXSMPZX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBG/S5W5/HEXSMPZX/FBGS5W5HEXSMPZX.SMALL.jpg ReneediCherri The symmetry tool is a really unique feature to SketchBook Pro! It cuts your drawing time in half, which allows you to create all sorts of neat designs fast! I especially love drawing clothing with the symmetry tools. Here's how you might do that.  Tool overview In SketchBook Pro we have two ...
By: ReneediCherri

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Apr 2013 16:29:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Using-SketchBook-Pro-to-Design-a-fuzzy-hoodie/
Using SketchBook Pro to Design a fuzzy hoodie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWJ/LYA2/HF23WABC/FWJLYA2HF23WABC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWJ/LYA2/HF23WABC/FWJLYA2HF23WABC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWJ/LYA2/HF23WABC/FWJLYA2HF23WABC.SMALL.jpg ReneediCherri I've always wanted a fuzzy hoodie! You know, made out of plush fur? Like you skinned a muppet? I've also always wanted a hoodie with cute ram horns. You know, like little plush ram horns? The BetaBrand contest is a perfect it for me to try and make my design real. I'm going to work from the provide...
By: ReneediCherri

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Apr 2013 07:53:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Circle-Map-Lamp-From-Scratch/
DIY Circle Map Lamp From Scratch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ8/VLYL/HEXSMPPG/FZ8VLYLHEXSMPPG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ8/VLYL/HEXSMPPG/FZ8VLYLHEXSMPPG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ8/VLYL/HEXSMPPG/FZ8VLYLHEXSMPPG.SMALL.jpg kickice82003 [ Overview ] Hello everyone! This instructable will walk you through some steps to create this (or similar) table lamp. The lamp's pattern comes from an electron microscope image of a leaf. Dark areas in the image translate to small circles, while lighter parts of the image generate progressively l...
By: kickice82003

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Apr 2013 15:49:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Beer-Bottle-Lamps/
Beer Bottle Lamps - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEC/ZY8F/HEXS4U8W/FECZY8FHEXS4U8W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEC/ZY8F/HEXS4U8W/FECZY8FHEXS4U8W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEC/ZY8F/HEXS4U8W/FECZY8FHEXS4U8W.SMALL.jpg fabulouswailer Oregon has a number of wonderful microbrewery beers for sale in the supermarkets, some with very cool designs on them. These designs are printed on, or etched into the glass rather than simply having a sticker, and I thought this property could be exploited to display how great the bottles are. So, ...
By: fabulouswailer

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 2 Apr 2013 01:04:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Interactive-stereoscopic-installations-visual-rup/
Interactive Stereoscopic Installations: visual rupture with the Diplopiascope - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFB/MJV1/HD4VPWA3/FFBMJV1HD4VPWA3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFB/MJV1/HD4VPWA3/FFBMJV1HD4VPWA3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFB/MJV1/HD4VPWA3/FFBMJV1HD4VPWA3.SMALL.jpg whorl What is it? This is an ongoing project that i've been working on to see the potential of interactive stereoscopic installations in examining the perceptual process. I use a setup that i've called a Diplopiascope to investigate this. The Diplopiascope has gone through a few changes but basically it ...
By: whorl

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Mar 2013 22:23:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Timing-gear-and-chain-clock-almost-free/
Timing gear and chain clock - almost free! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3G/TCY8/HE7D2GFW/F3GTCY8HE7D2GFW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3G/TCY8/HE7D2GFW/F3GTCY8HE7D2GFW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3G/TCY8/HE7D2GFW/F3GTCY8HE7D2GFW.SMALL.jpg streetrod5 Hopefully when you changed your car's timing set, you didn't toss the old gears and the chain.  I almost did, but my wife showed me this: http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/auto-timing-chain-and-gears-wall-clock $125 US plus shipping.  Right. So I decided to kludge this together for my brother's...
By: streetrod5

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 13 Mar 2013 23:28:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Max-Zorn-Inspired-Tape-On-Window-Art/
Max Zorn Inspired Tape On Window Art - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/MFW6/HDYTVMUI/F4BMFW6HDYTVMUI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/MFW6/HDYTVMUI/F4BMFW6HDYTVMUI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/MFW6/HDYTVMUI/F4BMFW6HDYTVMUI.SMALL.jpg Dave A Max zorn is a Dutch street artist with a very cool way to use brown packing tape and a scalpel for his art. He makes his works, usually inspired by old movies, on any clear surface that let light shine through. Like windows and street lanterns. Here you can see a video of him working. You can quite ...
By: Dave A

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 11 Mar 2013 14:46:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Affordable-Portable-Light-table/
Recycled, Affordable, Portable Light table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLR/8ZMP/HDYZDSCB/FLR8ZMPHDYZDSCB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLR/8ZMP/HDYZDSCB/FLR8ZMPHDYZDSCB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLR/8ZMP/HDYZDSCB/FLR8ZMPHDYZDSCB.SMALL.jpg nickneubrand As an art major I wanted a portable light/drafting table and couldn't find one that would be cost effective so I made this: Materials: -2 1/4" Outer Diameter Cardboard tubes: Ask local print shops if they have extras from their paper rolls. (Most places just throw these things out, theres really ...
By: nickneubrand

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Mar 2013 15:14:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/make-a-life-size-cardboard-motorbike/
make a life-size 3D cardboard motorbike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDN/DWE1/HE080P72/FDNDWE1HE080P72.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDN/DWE1/HE080P72/FDNDWE1HE080P72.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDN/DWE1/HE080P72/FDNDWE1HE080P72.SMALL.jpg lockershop The fact is everybody secretly would like to own a motorbike, but they are sometimes expensive to run and often dangerous. In this instructable I will show you how to make your very own motorbike which costs virtually nothing to make + maintain and of course is safe. When you have made your motorbik...
By: lockershop

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 Mar 2013 15:14:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Acrylic-flowers-of-SMD-LEDs/
Acrylic flowers of SMD LEDs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/A9H7/HE07P08Z/F7PA9H7HE07P08Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/A9H7/HE07P08Z/F7PA9H7HE07P08Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7P/A9H7/HE07P08Z/F7PA9H7HE07P08Z.SMALL.jpg chrlilje We got a load of free SMD LEDs, and I wanted to test how it looked embedded in acrylic.  Using the laser cutter, I made holes in the acrylic to fit the LEDs.  The LEDs have the pads on the ends, and are slightly longer (3.5 mm) than the acrylic is thick (3.2 mm).  Because the connector pads of the...
By: chrlilje

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Mar 2013 16:24:36 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Satellite-laser-cannon/
Satellite-spotting laser - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSS/OTJP/HE07OYAV/FSSOTJPHE07OYAV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSS/OTJP/HE07OYAV/FSSOTJPHE07OYAV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSS/OTJP/HE07OYAV/FSSOTJPHE07OYAV.SMALL.jpg protonumerique Satellite laser cannon from Protonumerique on Vimeo. update---- (FOR THE SAKE OF PEACE,  I GOT RID OF THE CANNON TITLE - I wonder if the number of viewers will reduce drastically :) (Credits for picture and video - katjahommel.com) ---- This is a laser mounted on a cannon-like structure made...
By: protonumerique

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Mar 2013 05:06:36 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Photo-Light-Studio-for-small-reflective-objects-su/
Photo Light Studio for small reflective objects such as Jewelry :) Cheap, Portable, Recycled Materials, and best of all, it REALLY works!!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKM/WMDC/HDYZ64SL/FKMWMDCHDYZ64SL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKM/WMDC/HDYZ64SL/FKMWMDCHDYZ64SL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKM/WMDC/HDYZ64SL/FKMWMDCHDYZ64SL.SMALL.jpg picturesofsilver Five years after learning how to make fine silver and bronze jewelry, opening my own etsy shop, purchasing a Paragon jewelry kiln, all the tools, an OTT light, and  a Canon Rebel, I was finally getting ready to invest in a light box to properly photograph the reflective little beauties. I googled 'm...
By: picturesofsilver

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 Mar 2013 18:53:38 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Duct-Tape-Artwork/
Duct Tape Artwork - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9B/7ZKN/HDOVJ6GE/F9B7ZKNHDOVJ6GE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9B/7ZKN/HDOVJ6GE/F9B7ZKNHDOVJ6GE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9B/7ZKN/HDOVJ6GE/F9B7ZKNHDOVJ6GE.SMALL.jpg Poehls05 Welcome to my instructable on Duct Tape Artwork! Before I start, if you find this instructable interesting or helpful, be sure to vote for me in the Cardboard and Duct Tape Contest and Make-to-Learn Youth Contest!  So Duct Tape art is something that has been around for a while. This guy on youtube ...
By: Poehls05

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 2 Mar 2013 14:30:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Create-a-geometric-portrait-at-Techshop/
Create a geometric portrait at Techshop - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRL/A5BO/HDRS5UZR/FRLA5BOHDRS5UZR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRL/A5BO/HDRS5UZR/FRLA5BOHDRS5UZR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRL/A5BO/HDRS5UZR/FRLA5BOHDRS5UZR.SMALL.jpg ohhello This Instructable shows how to take a portrait and turn it into geometric art. This process can also be applied to animals, figures, and landscape. The image I am using is a stock photo and I claim no ownership or profit from this photo, I am merely using it a tutorial piece for learning purposes. T...
By: ohhello

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 1 Mar 2013 19:00:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Art-Deco-Hat-rack-with-coat-hooks-out-of-scrap/
Art Deco Hat rack with coat hooks out of scrap! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5B/EC7F/HDLGV5QB/F5BEC7FHDLGV5QB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5B/EC7F/HDLGV5QB/F5BEC7FHDLGV5QB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5B/EC7F/HDLGV5QB/F5BEC7FHDLGV5QB.SMALL.jpg tstan1136 Needed a place to hang my nice hats, so made this from leftovers lying around the shop.  I won't go into faceplate turning on the wood lathe, but the tops for the hat racks are made just like that. I glued 2   3/4 "x 4"x 4" blocks together, screwed them to the lathe, and turned the nice round to...
By: tstan1136

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:24:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Pyrography-or-How-to-Wood-Burn-Art/
Pyrography, or How to Wood-Burn Art - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQK/QTBX/HFSHFD57/FQKQTBXHFSHFD57.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQK/QTBX/HFSHFD57/FQKQTBXHFSHFD57.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQK/QTBX/HFSHFD57/FQKQTBXHFSHFD57.SMALL.jpg wood is the word "Pyrography is the art of decorating wood or other materials with burn marks resulting from the controlled application of a heated object such as a poker." -Wikipedia In this Instructable I will show you how to take an image and burn it onto a piece of wood by hand. As an example I used the heraldi...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Feb 2013 15:35:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/MAKALU-modular-origami-sculpture-6-woven-pentago/
MAKALU modular origami sculpture - 6 woven pentagons - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1I/X7EF/HDHW4UC1/F1IX7EFHDHW4UC1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1I/X7EF/HDHW4UC1/F1IX7EFHDHW4UC1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1I/X7EF/HDHW4UC1/F1IX7EFHDHW4UC1.SMALL.jpg joettle Howzit guys and gals! This is one of the 5 Himalayan peaks of origami folding, but don't let that deter you, it is a relatively easy model to fold. (compared to my previous instructable at least!) This is the first time these instructions are being made public on the internet, so appreciate it :) ...
By: joettle

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 24 Feb 2013 13:22:27 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Custom-skinny-spray-paint-cap/
Custom skinny spray paint cap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJQ/QU4C/HD4VF7EX/FJQQU4CHD4VF7EX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJQ/QU4C/HD4VF7EX/FJQQU4CHD4VF7EX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJQ/QU4C/HD4VF7EX/FJQQU4CHD4VF7EX.SMALL.jpg conceptualstratagem The needle cap is used in technical aerosol painting for effects and detail work. This tutorial shows how to modify it into a custom skinny cap. If left unmodified it produces a strong flow of paint suitable for bursts of color as well as drip effects, basically a splatter cap. Experimentation with ...
By: conceptualstratagem

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 19 Feb 2013 16:11:39 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/My-Love-Stands-Out/
My Love Stands Out - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2A/8UQ3/HCV985JD/F2A8UQ3HCV985JD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2A/8UQ3/HCV985JD/F2A8UQ3HCV985JD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2A/8UQ3/HCV985JD/F2A8UQ3HCV985JD.SMALL.jpg HammerTime17 I am going to show you how to make a very creative valentines gift for that special someone in just a few easy steps. Materials Piece of Wood: to whatever size you want Wood Stain: any color or brand Staining Brush: any brush works best for your stain Hammer: any size but smaller works better Nai...
By: HammerTime17

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 11 Feb 2013 02:01:45 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Duct-Tape-Art/
Duct Tape Art - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQW/VXMG/HCV99O75/FQWVXMGHCV99O75.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQW/VXMG/HCV99O75/FQWVXMGHCV99O75.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQW/VXMG/HCV99O75/FQWVXMGHCV99O75.SMALL.jpg Mr_o_uk This wasn't too difficult, and the more detail you put in, the better the result. Patient people will be good at this! Dont forget to vote for me in the duct tape and cardboard contest! Thanks! Date made: Feb 2013 Approx cost: £5 Approx Time: 2 hours Difficulty: Easy/Medium Things You Need 1. ...
By: Mr_o_uk

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Feb 2013 13:53:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/LOVE-MOBILE-wind-chime/
LOVE MOBILE (wind chime) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXB/11DA/HCJO5N8X/FXB11DAHCJO5N8X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXB/11DA/HCJO5N8X/FXB11DAHCJO5N8X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXB/11DA/HCJO5N8X/FXB11DAHCJO5N8X.SMALL.jpg Susan Cirigliano This instructable will show you how to create a ceramic LOVE MOBILE  (sculpture), a hanging artwork.....The  one you love can hang it in their window or garden and think of you each time the breeze makes it chime..... supplies The supplies you will need are; clay rolling pin 4X18 template undergl...
By: Susan Cirigliano

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 Feb 2013 09:14:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Customized-Tote-Bags/
Customized Tote Bags! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Y/KMF7/HCJO5AC0/F9YKMF7HCJO5AC0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Y/KMF7/HCJO5AC0/F9YKMF7HCJO5AC0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Y/KMF7/HCJO5AC0/F9YKMF7HCJO5AC0.SMALL.jpg shaifali15 Are you a bag-lover with a passion of creating your own products? Always wanted to create your own customized tote but always thought it was too difficult? Then this tutorial, which will show you how to customize a plain canvas bag, is just for you! A fairly inexpensive and easy method of customizi...
By: shaifali15

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 Feb 2013 08:32:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/VALENTINE-NIGHT-LIGHT/
VALENTINE NIGHT-LIGHT - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBK/QQ2C/HCJOENHK/FBKQQ2CHCJOENHK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBK/QQ2C/HCJOENHK/FBKQQ2CHCJOENHK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBK/QQ2C/HCJOENHK/FBKQQ2CHCJOENHK.SMALL.jpg Susan Cirigliano A different type of Valentine for the one you love... A ceramic night light. supplies Clay rolling on 4X16 template Large yogurt container clay cutting tool clay sponge underglazes paintbrushes glaze glue nightlight insert bulb small wood discs  Starbucks straw access to a kiln *****If you ...
By: Susan Cirigliano

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Feb 2013 18:23:35 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Snow-White-and-Rose-Red-My-Drawing-Process/
Snow-White and Rose-Red: My Drawing Process - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/VJIZ/HCB8W1Z7/FZRVJIZHCB8W1Z7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/VJIZ/HCB8W1Z7/FZRVJIZHCB8W1Z7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/VJIZ/HCB8W1Z7/FZRVJIZHCB8W1Z7.SMALL.jpg Embercat I like drawing pictures from stories and fairy tales, and the inspiration for this piece is the story of Snow-White and Rose-Red (unrelated to Snow White and the Seven Dwarves). It's a lesser-known fairy tale, but one of my favorites. For those of you not familiar with it, you can read it here: http...
By: Embercat

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 28 Jan 2013 21:59:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Starched-Fabric-Roses-and-flowers-for-Valentine/
Starched Fabric Roses for Your Valentine! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWL/HMCU/HCB8KZAY/FWLHMCUHCB8KZAY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWL/HMCU/HCB8KZAY/FWLHMCUHCB8KZAY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWL/HMCU/HCB8KZAY/FWLHMCUHCB8KZAY.SMALL.jpg Creativeman  I have made several instructables showing how to make paper flowers, roses, daisies, and so on.  The thought came to me one day to use fabric as there are so many colorful, brilliant, decorative and vibrant fabrics to choose from. The issue was the fabrics were not "stiff" enough, so the next thoug...
By: Creativeman

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 28 Jan 2013 14:09:42 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Magnetic-Rotating-Risk-Board/
Magnetic Rotating Risk Board - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F65/X871/HCB8R4KU/F65X871HCB8R4KU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F65/X871/HCB8R4KU/F65X871HCB8R4KU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F65/X871/HCB8R4KU/F65X871HCB8R4KU.SMALL.jpg dirtyDUPE What I've created is a spin on the traditional rectangular Risk game board. I have on occasion been stuck being the guy on the wrong side of the table during a 6 player session, having to read Kamchatka upside down for two hours. I've also been the clumsy dude, knocking adjacent players pieces all o...
By: dirtyDUPE

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 Jan 2013 22:38:13 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Banana-Oxidation-Art-How-to-Tattoo-a-/
How to Make Banana Oxidation Art/ How to Tattoo a Banana - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOQ/E0XH/HC9LT817/FOQE0XHHC9LT817.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOQ/E0XH/HC9LT817/FOQE0XHHC9LT817.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOQ/E0XH/HC9LT817/FOQE0XHHC9LT817.SMALL.jpg DIYHacksAndHowTos We've all seen bananas turn brown. In this project I am going to show you how to use this browning process to intentionally cause certain points on a banana peel to brown prematurely. This lets you make pictures on the banana peel using only a small needle. When done properly, it doesn't affect ...
By: DIYHacksAndHowTos

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 Jan 2013 07:02:03 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Paint-Pulse-Digital-Water-Marbling/
Paint Pulse: Digital Water Marbling - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMT/ZG38/HAQ37497/FMTZG38HAQ37497.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMT/ZG38/HAQ37497/FMTZG38HAQ37497.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMT/ZG38/HAQ37497/FMTZG38HAQ37497.SMALL.jpg blorgggg   Paint Pulse is a project which seeks to build upon the water marbling crafts of Ebru and Suminagashi with digital behavioral additions. The idea is to design intricate, flowing patterns of paint directly on the surface of water which you can capture on the surface of paper. Expert crafters c...
By: blorgggg

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 Jan 2013 17:56:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Tree-Table/
Make a Tree Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKT/RFKC/HBHGISNQ/FKTRFKCHBHGISNQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKT/RFKC/HBHGISNQ/FKTRFKCHBHGISNQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKT/RFKC/HBHGISNQ/FKTRFKCHBHGISNQ.SMALL.jpg KoomoriForge Welcome to my first Instructable! Hope you enjoy it. Please vote for me in the Furniture Contest. Thanks! A few years ago, my wife had a client who wanted a table that looked like a tree for her breakfast nook. She had searched high and low, but couldn't find what she wanted. She he...
By: KoomoriForge

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 Jan 2013 20:47:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Design-Your-Own-Functional-Art/
Design Your Own Functional Art! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/R0I0/HC3PR5LE/FAUR0I0HC3PR5LE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/R0I0/HC3PR5LE/FAUR0I0HC3PR5LE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/R0I0/HC3PR5LE/FAUR0I0HC3PR5LE.SMALL.jpg jsrook Introduction I've enjoyed the fruits of Instructables as a member since 2007 and thought it was time to contribute to this wonderful community.  With that, I present you an Instructable on how to design and build your own functional art! I really feel the need to start with a quote: Design is a fun...
By: jsrook

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Jan 2013 13:17:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-awesome-laser-cut-art/
How to make awesome laser cut art! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F11/QY3Z/HBUZF74N/F11QY3ZHBUZF74N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F11/QY3Z/HBUZF74N/F11QY3ZHBUZF74N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F11/QY3Z/HBUZF74N/F11QY3ZHBUZF74N.SMALL.jpg imadami This instructable will show you the process that I went through to create just about all of my Christmas presents that I gave out this year. I'm entering this insructable into the holiday gift contest so if you enjoy it be sure to vote for it in the contest! The process in a nut shell is to draw up...
By: imadami

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:40:56 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Nama-Instrument-10/
Nama Instrument 1.0 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYJ/BTJ2/HAQ320KB/FYJBTJ2HAQ320KB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYJ/BTJ2/HAQ320KB/FYJBTJ2HAQ320KB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYJ/BTJ2/HAQ320KB/FYJBTJ2HAQ320KB.SMALL.jpg lgguts A motion sensing soft-circuit interface. The following instructable will guide you through the construction of your own personalized Nama Instrument. I'd love to hear some feedback. Hope you like it and it serves you somehow! : ) Access http://www.viraseres.com/nama to download the project's open s...
By: lgguts

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 Jan 2013 02:31:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Spring-in-Winter-Clothing-Pin-Art/
Spring in Winter: Clothing Pin Art - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBS/T2ZE/HBUZGLKO/FBST2ZEHBUZGLKO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBS/T2ZE/HBUZGLKO/FBST2ZEHBUZGLKO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBS/T2ZE/HBUZGLKO/FBST2ZEHBUZGLKO.SMALL.jpg thistleandleaves The customized clothing pin! I saw a set of beautiful clothes pins at Michael’s and bought a set. Then when I got them out to use I realized I had everything I needed to make my own except the actual pins themselves. And if you’ve been doing these crafts yourself then you can complete this one for l...
By: thistleandleaves

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