Category Archives: Misc-Life

Binocular Tripod Mount

Posted on November 29, 2018 by robertwilkie

I like this build, partly cause I have one of these binoculars.  And they are heavy. https://www.instructables.com/id/Binocular-Tripod-Mount/

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Make a water bottle connector

Posted on November 29, 2018 by robertwilkie

I like this build, you can use it to make custom floaties, and quick robot builds (for water). https://www.instructables.com/id/Water-Bottle-Connector-Recycled-Building-System/

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Custom roller for custom cookies

Posted on November 28, 2018 by robertwilkie

Nice build overall, I like the patterns it makes. https://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Print-Embossed-Pattern-Cookie-Rollers/

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Nice workbench leg vise

Posted on November 27, 2018 by robertwilkie

Nice build overall, thought I don’t know if I would use the parts they did (rather pricey). https://www.instructables.com/id/Workbench-Leg-Vise/

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Making a cheap foam R/C boat

Posted on November 24, 2018 by robertwilkie

Nice build.  If you want to make a big R/C boat, this is the way to go. https://www.instructables.com/id/Foam-RC-Airboat-Build-DIY/

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CNC your sewing machine

Posted on November 21, 2018 by robertwilkie

OK this takes the cake, the author basically made an x/y CNC to move a cloth around on a pre-existing sewing machine.  Clever build CNC Embroidery Machine Punches Out Designs a Stitch at a Time

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This gives me some good ideas for a staff

Posted on November 18, 2018 by robertwilkie

The author hollowed out and cut a log to put LED’s in it.  Looks nice and I could see this build going into a “staff”. https://www.instructables.com/id/Segmented-Log-Lamp/

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Make your own vacuum cleaner

Posted on November 13, 2018 by robertwilkie

I had to laugh at this one.  Pretty simple build and concept.  Not so sure how practical it is but could be a good experiment to do with kids. https://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Vacuum-Cleaner-2/

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Interesting solar heater

Posted on November 12, 2018 by robertwilkie

The author took the cooling grids off old fridges and combined a bunch together to heat up water.  That “heated” water then has a coil inside a water tank to transfer the heat too.  Which is a good idea since … Continue reading →

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Pretty impressive build, wind powered pump to scuba dive with

Posted on November 11, 2018 by robertwilkie

Not so sure I would be brave enough to trust this thing.  But a clever build overall Breathing Underwater Using Wind Power

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