Hearty Apple

A hearty apple is a fun way to bring a smile to anyone's face.  Pack it in a lunch or serve it at mealtime.  This tutorial will show you how quick and easy you can turn an ordinary apple into an extraordinary apple.   What You Need Here is what you will need: 2 Red apples  2 Green appl...
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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Hearty-Apple/

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DeskSquid: The Ultimate Helping Hand

Need a hand? A good set of helping hands is crucial for any tiny jobs you might have - especially when dealing with electronics. An extra set of nimble fingers goes a long way. Mike from Instructables has put together a guide for making the ultimate set of helping hands using some commonly available pieces.

DeskSquid / Helping Hands. [Thanks, Mike]

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Ribbon Crafts: 5 Ideas For Your Home

Filed under: Crafts, Crafts & Celebrations

Here's how to think outside the bow. Decorating with ribbon has its moment.

Ribbons come in every pattern and style. And you can use a $10 spool of ribbon for many things other than wrapping presents. When I let my imagination run wild, I had some pretty fun ideas for decorating with ribbon. Yes, one little ribbon can help spruce up your home in easy, unexpected ways. Here are five fun ideas to get you tying ribbons all over your home.

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1. Instantly Tied Together: There's no need to be fussy with curtain tiebacks. Use a strip of ribbon you love to tie back your curtains in the morning and let the sun shine in. (Photo below.)


2. Mirror on the Wall: Attach a strip of sturdy ribbon to a mirror or picture frame and hang it off a nail or hanging hardware in the wall. You'll add a pop of pattern with ribbon. We love the look of plaid, a pattern that never goes out of style. (Photo below.)

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3. All Hung Up: All you need to keep your strappy dresses from sliding off their hangers - a little leftover ribbon. Tie a strip of ribbon on each end to keep those spaghetti straps in place.


4. Wine Markers: The next time you throw a dinner party, cut some ribbons to make wine markers and help your guests remember which glass of wine is theirs. All you need to do is tie small strips of ribbons around the stem of each glass - easy, instant wine markers. (See below, left.)

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5. Lightbulb Moment: You don't have to go bold with pattern - even a simple white ribbon can complete the look of a DIY lampshade. This lampshade has been made over with wallpaper (but you can really use any paper or fabric to cover a lampshade and give it a whole new look.) Simply glue the ribbon to the top and bottom trim of the lampshade for a polished finishing touch. (See above, right.)

For more great ShelterPop stories, don't miss:
Best Cleaning and Organizing Apps
Creative Centerpiece in a Cinch
Decor Don't: Extreme Decluttering
Decor Don't: Too Much Lighting

By Jen Jafarzadeh L'Italien

 

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Source: http://www.diylife.com/2011/08/29/ribbon-crafts/

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NEW APARTMENT

I just moved downsizing from a 770 sq ft apartment to a 450 sq ft one. Ive had to sacrifice a lot of furniture and yet find myself needing more storage than ever. I would love a whole makeover to improve space and make it look more like an apartment than a motel room! LOL
By: doremande

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/NEW-APARTMENT/

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The Coolest Elevator in NY?

Scout says these unassuming elevator doors are hiding something that is anything BUT. Located in an office building in Queens (the old Macy's warehouse), the doors open to reveal a world of wonder.… Continue reading on Curbly.com

Source: http://www.curbly.com/diy-maven/posts/11276-the-coolest-elevator-in-ny

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Green Kitchen Countertops, 5 Different Ways

Filed under: Kitchen & Bath, Big Projects

It's not just sustainably-harvested wood. The newest eco-countertops are made of everything from bamboo and junk mail.

Glass is upcycled into gorgeous countertops from EnviroGlas in a rainbow of colors. Photo: Jason Woelfel, EnviroGlas

Recycled countertops have come a long way: The latest design options seamlessly incorporate recycled glass, concrete, bamboo, paper and more. In fact, these materials are so handsome, they're as much a design element as they are a green-lifestyle statement. The new eco-friendly options also offer a lot of flexibility with many manufacturers offering a handful of options to select from.

Whether you reside in a downtown high-rise or suburban bungalow, there is probably more than one option to fit your home's decor. Here are five of our favorites green countertops for the kitchen:

Green Kitchen Countertop Option #1: EnviroGLAS terrazzo countertops (above) are right at home in a contemporary-style kitchen. Glass that's been recycled from consumers and industrial companies is converted into these stunning pieces of art. "Fire Engine Red" (left) would compliment a hip loft whereas a style like the blue and white "EnviroMODE" design might play off of a home's waterfront setting.

IceStone's countertops, which contain recycled glass and concrete, come in an array of colors, including this classic gray shade. Photo: IceStone

Green Kitchen Countertop Option #2: Created out of recycled glass and concrete, IceStone Durable Surfaces are built in a Brooklyn, NY, factory. These eco coutners are VOC-free and come in 29 different colors, which range from a funky mustard yellow to a calming "cobalt ice," which merges pearl-white and cobalt-blue. More traditional gray and white shades - but with a little bit of color "pop" - are also available.

Inside the U.S. Green Building Council's Washington, DC headquarters, where a lot of innovation and planning about eco-friendly design occurs, are these bamboo countertops from Smith & Fong. Photo: Smith & Fong

Green Kitchen Countertop Option #3: For a more rustic look, turn to Smith & Fong Plyboo bamboo countertops. Not only is bamboo a 100-percent renewable material, it's also FSC-certified - and better still the company's Plyboo is the world's only formaldehyde-free FSC-certified bamboo. PlybooSquared, shown above, is available in amber, natural, Sahara or Havana shades. To install, use the same materials and fasteners for wood products by either gluing or mechanically fastening.

The PolarCap style, from Eco by Cosentino, contains 75-percent post-consumer/post-industrial materials. Photo: Eco by Cosentino

Green Kitchen Countertop Option #4: Eco by Cosentino countertops are sold at Lowe's stores around the country. Containing 75-percent post-consumer or post-industrial raw materials -- all at the end of their life cycles -- these counters are bound together by corn oil. The company draws from a variety of suppliers to come up with the raw-material mix, so that it includes porcelain, mirror, glass, scraps of stone and corn. Within the 'Green' and 'Revive' collections are three distinct stylee; the PolarCap style (above), is a stark-white beauty with barely noticeable flecks of gray and black. Yet it's those flecks that introduce a unique, hand-crafted look.

Who wouldn't want a countertop made of junk mail? Photo: PaperStone

Green Kitchen Countertop Option #5: Lots of junk mail -- ahem, post-consumer recycled paper -- is set inside a petroleum-free resin base for PaperStone countertops, from a Washington company. Teh usage of 100-percent post-consumer recycled paper products in the 'Certified' line lead these counters to become the only architectural solid surfaces to be certified by the Smartwood program of the Rainforest Alliance to FSC standards.

PaperStone's selection of six fun colors, from a rich plum to an industrial-chic gunmetal, is guaranteed to jazz up any kitchen.



Want more counter intelligence? We tell you what you need to know about all different kinds of countertops:
Laminate
Wood
Soapstone
Concrete
Granite
Stainless Steel

 

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Super Trawler The Voyager N 905

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Super-Trawler-The-Voyager-N-905/

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Stuff You Should Know: Teleportation (9:31)

Ever since the wheel was invented more than 5,000 years ago, people have been inventing new ways to travel faster from one point to another. Join Josh and Chuck from Stuff You Should Know as they investigate teleportation.

Source: http://feeds.howstuffworks.com/~r/DailyStuff/~3/zFHsrkNb_Qw/42782-stuff-you-should-know-teleportation-video.htm

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Making a Rundown House Liveable in Just 6 Months

The house had no heat or running water. But this turreted Queen Anne caught the eye of a young couple with a gutsy plan to revive it.

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BUTTONHOLE PUZZLE (POCKET SIZED)

This is a new version on an old puzzle.  Invented by Sam Loyd 1841-1911.  The puzzle is placed on a buttonhole and seems impossible to remove.  This is where the term buttonholed (to get someone's attention) came from. Materials and Tools You will need strong string and a piece of pipe. I ...
By: CHARLESCRANFORD

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/BUTTONHOLE-PUZZLE-POCKET-SIZED/

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Solar charged 12V lead battery

Here is described how to make a solar charging station for a 12V lead battery. 8Ah capacity allows to keep alive a wireless webcam 24/7. Lead battery needs protection against overcharging and deep discharge that is realized by  two black boxes. One box switches off solar cell when the battery ...
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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-charged-12V-lead-battery/

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Kids Party Ideas - A Cheery Carnival Party

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It can be such a challenge to come up with memorable kids party ideas, so I was thrilled to see this charming carnival theme. Working equally well for boys or girls, this idea is even easier to DIY.

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This charming party came my way from Jennifer Shields, the founder and president of Posh Tot Events, a seriously adorable event planning company based in Atlanta. Posh Tot Events designed and executed the cheery party to benefit Bert's Big Adventure, a non-profit organization that graciously provides a five-day trip to Walt Disney World for children with a chronic or terminal illness and their families.

Though the carnival party looks luxe, it's actually filled with touches that are a breeze to DIY. I just love how creative the admission tickets were used in this party: Unwound as a runner, coiled to act as coasters and cinched around napkins. For a list of other resources, visit the Bert's Big Adventure page at Pizzazzerie.

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Another way to get the carnival look is to use red-and-white striped paper to back printed labels for drinks and menus. In the top photo, it's also used for a runner. Using the same print throughout the party is what helps give that cohesive, well-designed look.

Looking for a few more kids' party ideas? Check out...
Great Birthday Party Ideas for Kids
Fun birthday party ideas: Gymnastics
Kids Birthday Party Ideas Video: Entertaining

And to see how a pro plans a kids' party, watch this...

How to Design a Kids Party

 

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How to Control Wire Grass in Your Lawn

Our farm is infested with wire grass. Next to poison ivy, it's probably the single most insidious weed we've got here. Wire grass has to be tracked down and completely killed or removed, and that's likely to need doing more than once. Read on to find out how to deal with wire grass in your yard.

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Septic Tank Pumping Tips

Your septic tank needs to be pumped out from time to time. But that time frame is based on a number of factors including the number of people in the household and the size of the septic tank system.

Source: http://www.askthebuilder.com/899_Septic_Tank_Pumping_Tips.shtml

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Pocket Golf

I had more supplies left so how about some pocket golf. Supplies: Copper Tubing Gemstone (3mm bead) Carpet Scraps Altoids Tin Make the golf course Cut a piece of the carpet that fits into the Altoids can. Use a hole puncher to put a hole in the grass. Glue the carpet down so tha...
By: smallenginetech

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Pocket-Golf/

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How to make a shelter when it

First you go to a place where there are a lot of trees and a snowdrift. Then you dig in the snowdrift and make a igloo that doesn’t have a top or one side. Next you go get some branches from a cedar tree because they are good insulation or it helps keep the heat and warm air inside your...
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Site Excavation Suggestions

Excavating a new home lot must be carefully planned. Foundation holes have to be the proper depth and not too big. Your site excavation plans needs to consider sidewalks, driveways and the trees you want to save.

Source: http://www.askthebuilder.com/891_Site_Excavation_Suggestions.shtml

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cool colors for bed and bath

Cool colors—violet/blue/greens — create a sense of calm, making them perfect for a bedroom or bathroom.—Rooms Inspired by Fall Colors

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Designing Your Mud Room

Originally a small room off the side or back entrance of a home where people took off their "muddy" boots, mud rooms have evolved into multifunctional rooms families use for storage, laundry and even showering. If you're considering adding a mud room to your home, here's some things to consider for your own mud room.

Source: http://www.doityourself.com/stry/designing-your-mud-room

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Etched Glass Interior Doors Increase Light in Your Home

Wood interior doors are pretty common, but they don't do a good job (or any kind of job at all) at letting light flow through when the door is shut. For interior rooms without a lot of windows, or homes...

Source: http://www.luxuryhousingtrends.com/archives/2009/01/etched_glass_in.php

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Auto Puzzles

Are you a rabid racing fan or a home mechanic? Or maybe a connoisseur of classic cars? Satisfy your automotive enthusiasm by piecing together these auto puzzles.

Source: http://feeds.howstuffworks.com/~r/DailyStuff/~3/YGVE80TFlrw/auto-puzzles.htm

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