Category Archives: My Projects

This could be a good way to build simple bird houses with kids

Posted on August 1, 2017 by robertwilkie

I have built birdhouses with kids in the past, and they like the start of it, but loose interest fast.  This could be a good way to build them with kids that is faster, and cheaper. https://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-PVC-Birdhouse/

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Another nice build for simple lantern

Posted on November 8, 2016 by robertwilkie

I wonder if there is an easier setup to do this…maybe use a jig? http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Soda-Can-LED-Lantern/

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Cool penny battery build

Posted on October 20, 2016 by robertwilkie

I like this build, the author has a 3D printed out holder too.  This would be a cool build for kids. http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-and-Testing-a-Penny-Battery/

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Simple video/instructions on building a toy steam boat

Posted on June 2, 2016 by robertwilkie

Pretty nice video on how easy it is to build one of these.  Its on the list for this summer activities with kids. http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Steam-Boat-With-a-Candle/?ALLSTEPS

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Another Rocket Cannon

Posted on June 2, 2016 by robertwilkie

This one is much easier build.  Its basically a potato gun adapted for rockets http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-Own-Rocket-Cannon-Shoot-3D-Printed-Rocke/?ALLSTEPS

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Copper plate an altoids tin

Posted on February 2, 2016 by robertwilkie

Need an fancy small box.  Convert an altoids tin. http://www.instructables.com/id/Copper-plated-Domed-Altoids-Box/

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IFTTT Do Button

Posted on October 12, 2015 by robertwilkie

I was reading this article about making a button for your kids to “press” and tell you where you are….but I was thinking this app maybe good for a bunch of other projects. http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/make-sure-your-kids-are-safe-with-easy-mobile-check-ins/

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Make a circle cutting jig for a router in 20 minutes

Posted on September 17, 2015 by robertwilkie

A nice simple build for using a scrap piece of plywood for making circles with a router.  The only thing I noticed is there is no “center hole” to mount the jig with.  Note, you see it in the video… … Continue reading →

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The one sheet of plywood boat

Posted on August 10, 2015 by robertwilkie

A few years back I tried to get my kids to build one of these.  Its about $30 in materials and I got Home Depot to make all the cuts for me.  But…never got the kids interested.  Ended up using … Continue reading →

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Foldable Bike Trailer

Posted on August 7, 2015 by robertwilkie

I like this build, a few things I would have done differently thought.  I would have raised the sides a bit so they fold over the front/back better.  And I would have used something a bit more cheaper than the … Continue reading →

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