Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Digital Holga

Digital Holga


Digital Holga

Posted: 15 Jun 2010 02:44 PM PDT

Lomography and Toy Cameras are fun cameras to play with, yet most of these cameras use film so you can't see your finished product right away and you might end up spending a bunch on film and processing. The Holga is one of the more popular versions of this camera, and at such a cheap price it's eas...
By: frenzy

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Restoring a Homecraft Drill press

Posted: 12 Jun 2010 04:58 PM PDT

Note; This is my first instructable and my first attempt to rebuild a drill press I have been itching to set up a shop again after many years without one. One of the first items any good shop needs is a drill press. I am on an extremely limited (near zero) budget, and the cheap presses I have ...
By: itzmark

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How to wire an arduino-based 3-axis CNC machine

Posted: 15 Jun 2010 03:50 PM PDT

I've seen a number of tutorials about how to build the platform for a 3-axis CNC milling machine.  I have not seen anyone tackle the tricky subject of the electronics. Here now is my attempt to do so. parts You'll need: - an arduino (I chose duemilanova) (depends on the board you get) -...
By: aggrav8d

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Automated Sprinkler System Anyone Can Do!

Posted: 06 Jul 2008 04:36 PM PDT

I hate watering my yard and did not want to drop thousands on a permanent sprinkler system. So, I came up with this solution using regular garden sprinklers and faucet timers. I use regular lawn sprinklers and make custom-length garden hoses. I "permanently" place the sprinklers and hoses in ar...
By: shepnstein

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Featured Author: Lynne Bruning

Posted: 15 Jun 2010 03:30 PM PDT

If you search for "Textile Enchantress" on Google, you will undoubtedly discover Lynne Bruning , a woman who single-handedly dominates the "Textile Enchantress" industry. Melding age-old techniques like weaving, sewing and needle felting with some of the most cutting-edge technological advancements...
By: Instructables Guides

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Duct tape usb stick/thumb drive holder/wallet

Posted: 15 Jun 2010 12:35 PM PDT

This instructable is on how to make a duct tape holder/wallet for your usb stick/thumb drive!  After you make this, all you usb sticks/thumb drives will be in one spot!  This is my first instructable.  :) ENJOY! materials for the materials, you will need: -duct tape -table -tape measure or ...
By: salomon1996

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Mocktail Recipes

Posted: 15 Jun 2010 12:11 PM PDT

Just because you someone doesn't consume alcohol doesn't mean they don't appreciate fancy looking beverages and creative flavored drinks. Here's selection of Instructables "mocktail" recipes to kick off your next all ages gathering. Jello Shot Mocktail Why should the boozing folks ha...
By: Culturespy

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Building a Lenz2 turbine from recyled materials

Posted: 13 Jun 2010 10:36 AM PDT

This is a short instructable showing how I built a small lenz2 turbine from recycled materials. The lenz turbine is VAWT designed by Ed Lenz. See here for the full details. There's no generator yet, as I am converting an small induction motor to permanent magnet, this will be covered in another ...
By: reukpower

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How to Make and Install Hungarian Shelves

Posted: 22 Aug 2005 09:39 AM PDT

First time I saw these shelves was in Budapest, at a friends apartment. I was told they had been designed by a physicist. That's why I think they are safe. The ones in the photos have been up for more than a year now. The model 240 cm by 240 cm This is just one model. You can personalize the desi...
By: juliofo

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Wet compost using yeast fermentation (was Sustainable Slug Beer)

Posted: 19 Jul 2009 12:44 PM PDT

I failed so far to make a likeable slug beer from garden waste mixed with water. But the yeast does seem to work to convert it through an alcoholic stage. (Latest test was a 45 gallon barrel full of morning glory and seeding weeds). Then it goes acid, and then a skin of mold forms over the mix...
By: gaiatechnician

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SuperSquid - camera battery charger splitter

Posted: 08 Sep 2008 05:24 PM PDT

On location photography shoots I usually run into the need for several chargers and very few power outlets. Other times I've packed the camera bags and forgotten the second, identical charger cable thinking it was already in the bag. Often times I am photographing a late wedding reception and run...
By: eBu

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Wash Dog Fur for Spinning

Posted: 04 Nov 2005 10:47 PM PST

Turn that smelly fur into soft gorgeous spinning fiber - without felting or matting it too much! Bag it up! Place the fur into nylon mesh lingerie bags (or any netting-type bag that can be secured closed). Don't put too much in, you're going to need to have some room for water and soap to circula...
By: cobaltandindigo

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Plum smoothies

Posted: 17 Aug 2005 06:47 PM PDT

Small plums make a great base for smoothies. null Cut up a whole bunch of small plums and put them in a blender. Make sure to remove all the pits. Sweeten Add grapes or fresh squeezed orange juice to sweeten the plums a bit. Blend Blend everything together until smooth. Serve Serve with...
By: ewilhelm

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Tetris Ice Cubes

Posted: 29 May 2007 01:02 PM PDT

Make your own tetris block silicone ice cube tray. The mold created in this project can be used for much more than just ice cubes- try making Jello tetris pieces, or tetris soap, tetris Popsicles, or even tetris ground beef squares! Mmmmm ... ground beef squares Materials The materials and d...
By: Tetranitrate

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Reflow Xbox 360

Posted: 17 Oct 2009 04:22 PM PDT

So your Xbox got the dreaded Red Rings of Death... What to do? The way I look at it you can do one of three things.  1) Send your console in to a big corporation, wait a month, and get a console that'll break in another month. 2) Throw it out or try and sell it. You could make $40 or so and put i...
By: xbox360repair

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Home-made Sun Jar

Posted: 18 Nov 2006 07:44 PM PST

A solar-powered LED lighted cookie jar reminiscent of the Sun Jar designed by Tobias Wong. "Jam jars store jam, the Sun jar collects and stores sunshine so that you can use it at night." Pass around the sunshine, Sunshine. (_)v Components: 1. Ikea glass jar (AUD$3.00) 2. Solar garden light (A...
By: cre8tor

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self-watering planter from found dresser drawers

Posted: 19 Jul 2009 11:51 PM PDT

Love the idea of the earthbox but can't help feeling like sticking living things in giant blocks of plastic is somehow just wrong? Don't think much about plastic but highly allergic to ugly? Like finding something old and making it new? This instructable is for you. If you want more details on why...
By: chandra.nalaani

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Childrens Chair.

Posted: 15 Jun 2010 03:31 AM PDT

Typical waste of demolition or renovation projects is Plywood. Often it just ends up in a waste container. This I'ble will show you how to upcycle this Plywood into a comfortable childrens chair. Basically, the chair is constructed like a box, which makes it simple, strong and easy to enlarge or ...
By: bertus52x11

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Gift Ideas for Men

Posted: 15 Dec 2009 01:34 PM PST

Stumped on what to get your guy for the holidays?  Have no fear, Instructables is a hot bed of handmade gift ideas for men!  He'll appreciate the extra time you spent and extra money you saved by making him a gift from the heart.  These Instructables are sure to inspire the perfect present for the m...
By: scoochmaroo

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How to make Vincent's Claw

Posted: 14 Jun 2010 05:34 PM PDT

I am planning to dress up as Vincent Valentine from Final Fantasy Seven. I'm working on his Advent Children costume for Anime Festival Orlando 2010. I did a bit of research and the consensus appears to be that the cape and claw are the hardest parts. So I chose to start there.  Since I've neve...
By: Ghostfox21

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How to Make a Simple Macrame' Bracelet (or necklace)

Posted: 03 Jul 2007 02:30 PM PDT

Taking a long road trip this summer? Well, we know how boring those can be. That's why we're gonna show you how to make some awesome hemp bracelets. It'll keep you awake and you can keep the driver awake. Plus, hemp is for both guys and girls, so guys, get our your hemp too and let's get ready to hi...
By: threadbanger

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DIY Softbox from an umbrella

Posted: 10 Jul 2008 10:16 AM PDT

As a devout reader of David Hobby's wonderful blog "Strobist" I have a great debt to pay to the online photo community for teaching me much of what I know about photography and in particular... lighting. This is my humble attempt at giving something back. So this buddy of mine has a really cool 2...
By: sdhigbee

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Make Unique String Art!

Posted: 14 Jun 2010 06:50 PM PDT

I've always been fascinated by the cool 3-d looking shapes you can make by tying string to some nails in a board (I believe they approximate parabolas?) I had some colorful string around, so I decided to make some string art - here's how I did it, and what you'll need to make something similar! ...
By: thegnome54

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Cheap and Simple Steam Engine

Posted: 14 Jun 2010 07:06 PM PDT

The Idea: Recently I saw a video of a remote controlled boat powered by a miniature steam engine and was instantly hooked on the idea.  After doing a bit of research I found miniature steam engines cost hundreds of dollars or require some very advanced skills and tools to build.  Yet looking at ...
By: liam2317

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