Do it yourself, dude!
Do you hate carrying around a jumbled mess of keys? Sure, slapping them all on a ring is the most simple way to carry your keys, but it’s not very well-organized, nor is it all that appealing to look at. If this bothers you, then why not craft a better solution? That’s exactly what one Instructables user did. Using a hex key set, a few extra bits and common workshop tools, you can make a really neat key holder. The…
If there’s one thing around the house that I hate doing, it’s my laundry. I can program thousand dollar routers, disassemble/reassemble laptops and can manage servers sitting halfway around the world, yet I get scared of a piece of technology as simple as a washer and dryer. For all of my fears of shrinking or discoloring my clothes, I’ve never actually ruined anything in the wash. In fact, the only thing I tend to mess up is remembering to move…
If you’re the kind of person that enjoys wearing hoodies and listening to your music everywhere, then here’s something that might interest you. I’m sure you’ve seen expensive hoodies that accommodate your earbuds by allowing you to run them up through the fabric, keeping the cord out of your way. Well, if you don’t feel like dropping the money on one (or just really like the one you have), you can customize any hoodie for next to nothing. This Instructables…
It is a rarity, but sometimes in the summer we like to go out on a picnic. Now, we are still civilized people, and like to sit at a table and listen to eloquent music. The only problem is, if you�re lugging a whole picnic out in the middle of a field, you aren�t really going to feel like bringing a table and a music system with you. Therefore the best possible solution is to build this DIY Suitcase and…
It’s hard to get a gadget that does absolutely everything you want it to. It might have some features that another device lacks, but still be missing something that you really want. Of course, there is a way to get the best of both worlds. Take, for instance, the iPhone 4. It has plenty of great features, but lacks NFC capabilities. As it turns out, it’s not all that hard to add this functionality. One person decided that he really…
There’s something wonderful about building something with your own two hands. Sure, you could probably buy something nicer at the store, but it won’t give you the same sense of satisfaction. If you’re not exactly a DIY master, you might consider starting small, with a kit that gives you everything you need. This DIY Woodcraft + Desktop Lamp would be perfect. This interesting lamp stands about 2 feet tall, and not only moves up and down, but also rolls around…
There is a very distinct difference between a digital sound coming from your computer, and another that is being produced from an actual instrument. Sure you can have a �bell tone� to give you a heads up if a message pops up, but what if you could actually have a bell go off every time you got a message? Instructables has once again given us a project that will make sure we’re aware when any new notifications come up. Using…
Have you ever wanted to film your car ride from the inside of your vehicle? You can do this pretty easily by just purchasing a dash cam, but if you want high-quality footage, you won’t get it with one of those. If you’re determined to get the best video possible from inside your car, what you might consider is building a special tripod for your existing camera. Over at DIY Photography they have an excellent guide on how to make…
I’m in the process of moving to a new house, and packing my belongings has made me very aware of just how much stuff I posses. While going through my closet full of computer supplies (everyone has one of those, right?) I started emptying my drawers full of cables, one of which was entirely dedicated to USB cables. It’s always surprising to see just how many different types there are. Since there’s nothing to be done about the number of…
A slingshot is hardly considered a weapon by today’s standards. Sure, it can inflict damage upon someone if used in a violent manner, but they’re more used for fun target practice than anything. Part of the fun of using a slingshot is actually making it yourself, since it is rather simple. You need little more than a stick and a rubber band to craft a crude model. However, if you really want to go all-out, you can make one with…
A few years ago I had an air hockey table in my basement. It provided many hours of fun fun for my friends and myself. During one of my moves, I found that I no longer had the necessary space and got rid of it. Well now I’ve found a way to bring air hockey back to my house, without the need for a special table. Granted, it will still take up a lot of room. By following this Instructable,…
I have a deep fascination with the steampunk movement. I’ve attended a number of conventions, and can occasionally be found dressing the part. My favorite part, however, are the creations that not use parts applicable to the imagined time period, but are also completely functional. This Steampunk Record Player is a fine example of such. This record player is powered almost entirely by a small steam engine, which is regulated by a servo to keep the platter moving at the…
When you take off your shoes, do you notice a terrible odor? Don’t be worried, it happens to many people. After all, your feet sweat, and are tightly encased in that shoe for many hours at a time. It’s only natural that they get a bit stinky from time to time. The question is what you are going to do about that scent. You can spray different deodorizers in there, if you have them on hand. Or, if needed, you…
I was one of the fortunate people who received one of Google’s coveted Chrome OS notebooks late last year. It was really interesting to see how well an OS could function when it was essentially just a browser. Google has done a great job with it, though in the end, it wasn’t a good fit for me. If you want to test it out, but don’t want to drop the necessary cash on one of the new notebooks with the…
Setting up your computer area can be a simple task, or a project that consumes a good bit of time. It mostly depends on how much you care about how the area looks when you’re finished. When I move, I’ll spend hours planning out where each piece of furniture will go, so as to maximize space and functionality. If you’re wanting to go for a minimalist look in your house, you might try this clever IKEA hack. Shaun Bowman had…
