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T-shirt Designs with Stencils and Bleach (updated with robot image for download) - All. From Trash Pile to Fully Functional: the Rough Lamp from Compeixalaigua Design Studio is Anything But. Posted by erika rae | 18 Nov 2013 | Comments (2) Sometimes great designs come from leftover waste—look no further than Pothra planters, shipping pallet chairs and clothes hangers made of bike parts are three examples that prove it.

From Trash Pile to Fully Functional: the Rough Lamp from Compeixalaigua Design Studio is Anything But

We've got another design that's giving new life to old materials: Rough from Barcelona-based Compeixalaigua Design Studio is a clean update on the forgotten pile of wood strips it once was. The designers needed a way to light up their workspace and the perceived trash became a bright idea. The packing tape used to keep the sticks together became the inspiration behind the hanging strips that hold the light in place. The light's height can be adjusted using the hanging strips. 3.jpg. Lego will fix our broken bricks. Two weeks ago, we took part to a workshop leaded by Jan Vormann, artist and creator of Dispatchwork, a nice, colored urban “hacking” practice which consists in filling holes in stone or brick-made wall with hundreds of lego bricks.

Lego will fix our broken bricks

It was a nice afternoon and we had the chance to talk a bit with the artist about this practice. He came to know very well the pieces he handles and can easily fix whatever kind of hole he finds with a fine, superior technique. Un-cloud your files in cement! 'Dead Drops’ is an anonymous, offline, peer to peer file-sharing network in public space. Zen photon garden. Luna Sandals. How to make Luna Sandals from a Do-It-Yourself Kit. Recommended Tools and Materials Marker or pen Two sheets of paper (for foot tracing)Scissors3/16 inch leather hole punch (buy on amazon), OR 3/16 inch drill bit and drill (1/4 inch also ok) Hammer (any normal hammer will work)Utility knife or razor blade with new and sharp blade Step 1: Glue the leather footbed if you ordered it.

How to make Luna Sandals from a Do-It-Yourself Kit

For ‘naked top’ kits skip this step. Follow these instructions for gluing the footbed: How to glue your footbed You will need to let the glue dry for approximately 24 hours. Step 2: Trace your feet Stand on a sheet of paper with your weight distributed evenly throughout your foot. 5 Easy Steps to Turn Your Beer Bottles into Glass Cups. Woorock Hammock Swing by Georg Bechter. The inspiring Woorock Hammock Swing was designed by architect Georg Bechter to meet the expectations of those who adore to indulge themselves after an exhausting day of work.

Woorock Hammock Swing by Georg Bechter

Extremely lightweight and easy to open and close, Woorock Hammock Swing curves its runners, providing you soothing moments of calm anytime, anywhere. It easily folds up almost flat for storage, due to its clever and practical design. When almost flat, it occupies extremely little space. PERSONALIZED BOTTLE OPENER Hand Forged and Signed by by NazForge. Dead On Annihilator Tool. Matthew Qualen. Heron Kills Four Gophers in a Row Brazilian female cop trainee throws a grenade the wrong way, into a crowd of her fellow classmates Shooting 2500 Yards 1.43 miles 2.3km!!

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Bird v Helicopter Rotor Blades at 500rpm BLOB LAUNCH RECORD!!! There Are Fairies Living In The Garden - Home - burgh baby. One of my 153205325 ongoing projects was FINALLY completed this past weekend.

There Are Fairies Living In The Garden - Home - burgh baby

Alexis' fairy garden. The idea originated when we were at Disney World two years ago. There is a Tinkerbell-themed garden area that makes an appearance during the Flower Show, and it features tons and tons of fairy houses. Alexis saw the fairy houses and declared that she wanted one. SO BAD. I already had the big metal container that the fairy garden lives in. The house is just a plain old wood birdhouse I picked up at JoAnn's. Creative Ways to Repurpose & Reuse Old Stuff.

Clever and creative ways to repurpose and transform ordinary objects into useful stuff… Bottles Into Pendant Lamps | Via.

Creative Ways to Repurpose & Reuse Old Stuff

How to Make Your Christmas Lights Flash to Music: 12 Steps. Edit Article Edited by Horses4Ever, Andy Zhang, KnowItSome, Sysadmn and 66 others You've probably seen videos of Christmas lights that are synchronized to music.

How to Make Your Christmas Lights Flash to Music: 12 Steps

The single from the most-watched YouTube video of all time — PSY's "Gangnam Style" — has even made it into a Christmas lights extravaganza. (See video below.) If you want your own lights to blink to the tune of your favorite song, then you have to make a plan and get the equipment that will help you impress your friends and create a dazzling display. Ad. DIY Holiday Wreaths. Green Acorn Wreath Glue all those acorns in the backyard (minus the acorn tops) to a cheap straw wreath for instant holiday decor.

DIY Holiday Wreaths

Keep this beauty up year-round by painting it a different color every season. Get the how-to at MADE. Winter Twig Wreath Design, Dining + Diapers There’s something about this twiggy white wreath that reminds us of the snowy outdoors, while the red ball ornaments add just the right amount of sizzle. LED Hat. Tiny House Gear – The best tiny house gear, all in one place. Contemporary Bedroom Design Small Space Loft Bed Couple & Interior Images, Photos and Pictures Gallery & Design Wagen. 35 Amazing Uses For Old Pallets. DIY List Maker Notepad. Well, I am in charge of creative activities for my church's MOPS group and I decided this would be an easy and quick craft that everyone could do and use.

DIY List Maker Notepad

I had to modify it a bit for time constraints as well as budget reasons. I like to keep the crafts around $2/person if possible. This is my version: These are the materials I used: A flat hair rubber band (found at the $ store), twine, scrap piece of wood flooring (about 14 inches long), a receipt roll (use one with recycled paper. the thermal ones are shiny and difficult to write on!) It's so simple, you just assemble everything!