Category Archives: Cheap

Another nice facemask build

Posted on June 3, 2020 by robertwilkie

Simple and the author includes a pattern you can print out. Made one of these myself, but added a few extra layers. https://www.instructables.com/id/Face-Mask-2/

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Another version of the 3D printed face shield

Posted on June 3, 2020 by robertwilkie

Since I am a glasses wearer, I am interested in these sort of protection systems over straight masks. Downside is you need a good size table to print it out.https://www.instructables.com/id/Face-Shield-Visor-for-COVID-19-Frontline-Workers/

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Nice rocket launcher build

Posted on June 2, 2020 by robertwilkie

Nice build for a rocket launcher. I was impressed with the 1 way valve build for this too. https://www.instructables.com/id/Diy-One-way-ValveNon-return-Valve/

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Simple light up LED sweater

Posted on June 1, 2020 by robertwilkie

Pretty simple light up LED sweater, the author got a kit, thought you could DYI that bit too, that is an LED with controller and battery pack, stitched it all in, and bang, done. The kit she uses is a … Continue reading →

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Nice homemade multi tape dispenser

Posted on May 29, 2020 by robertwilkie

I like this build, and the addition of a french cleat to hang it up on is nice too. Me…not so sure I would go thru all this effort, maybe something a bit more simpler for me. https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/how-make-better-multi-tape-holder-dispenser-%7C-free-plans-79066?homelistings#post157256

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Another interesting circle maker

Posted on May 28, 2020 by robertwilkie

This one is a bit on the heavy duty side of things. https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/extendable-circle-cutting-router-jig-video-79006?homelistings#post157033

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Simple drillpress tray

Posted on May 22, 2020 by robertwilkie

You know I should have thought of this one. Nice simple tray for your drillpress made out of what looks like a big piece of scrape. Now I am keeping an eye out for a thick board to use and … Continue reading →

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Ghetto automatic soap dispenser

Posted on May 21, 2020 by robertwilkie

I got a kick of this build. It does work thought. https://www.instructables.com/id/Automatic-Soap-Dispenser-Using-Arduino/

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Simple portable sawhorses

Posted on May 20, 2020 by robertwilkie

Nice simple build, but…I think I would just get the 2 for $10 at harbor freight. https://www.instructables.com/id/Building-Sawhorses-Done-in-14-Minutes/

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Cool looking wall art

Posted on May 19, 2020 by robertwilkie

Interesting build. One thing I might do differently is put an inner set of LED strips too. https://www.instructables.com/id/Wooden-Neopixel-Hexagon/

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