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How to create a fiber optic starfield ceiling. Hi everyone, This is a quick instruction guide on creating a fiber-optic starfield ceiling. The stars have a very natural twinkle & glow. My fiber optic illuminator also features a handy remote for turning the stars on&off, as well as controlling the twinkle speed. This is my very first instructable, so I hope everything comes out well. I'll try to answer any questions that readers may have. The finished product is very pretty and everyone who has seen it in person has thoroughly enjoyed it. My wife and I are expecting our very first baby in about 4 weeks. I've seen instructables and "how-tos" on creating high-contrast mobiles and decorations, but the 'blinking lights' part escaped me. I made a small video to summarize most of the starfield features. The effect is much prettier in person and it's a very simple process. Useful Household Life Hacks • Masshole Mommy.

I don’t know about you, but I’m always on the lookout for little tricks to make life a little bit easier. Being a busy mom, saving time and money are really important to me. Over the years, I’ve gained some handy little household tricks to help me cut down on both of those things. Check ‘em out and let me know what you think. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. Have any of you tried any of these? 14 Surprising Uses for Your Microwave. By Melissa Clark More than a popcorn popper, this versatile appliance was underutilized―until now. 1. Disinfecting and Deodorizing Sponges Don't throw out the kitchen sponge that smells like last night's salmon. Soak it in water spiked with white vinegar or lemon juice, then heat it on high for 1 minute.

(Use an oven mitt to remove it.) 2. Not just the TV variety. See more clever new uses: Living - How to Make Instructables - Offset 18. 6 Life-Changing Uses for Binder Clips (That You Could've Easily Thought Of) from Look What I Found. Yes, it may seem like an ordinary binder clip. And it is. Make no mistake -- it will keep your papers organized with the best of them. The BEST. But it's so much more. Oh so much. Peep your peepers on these life-changing uses for the seemingly boring binder clip. 1. (via) 2. (via) 3. iPod Dock Just go to your local Apple Store, pretend like you're interested in all the MacBook Airs, and walk right out. (via) 4. (via) 5. (via) 6. (via) Block Posters - Create large wall posters from any image for free!