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Simple Stirling Engine build

Posted on January 9, 2024 by robertwilkie

Could be a nice build to do with kids to show how a Stirling Engine works. https://www.instructables.com/Stirling-Engine-DEF-Eindproject-Groep-43/

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Nice mod to hand electric planer

Posted on January 8, 2024 by robertwilkie

Basically uses it to plain down large areas. Neat build overall https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/electric-hand-planer-jigs-video-92727#post209791

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Nice simple drawing CNC

Posted on January 5, 2024 by robertwilkie

Pretty simple build, there are 3D printed versions you can make too. https://www.instructables.com/DIY-Homework-Writing-Machine/

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Nice track saw build with straight edge guide

Posted on October 13, 2023 by robertwilkie

Nice build with an addition added on to allow for perfect 90 degree cuts when needed, and setup quickly. https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/perfect-straight-cut-using-circular-saw-track-parallel-guide-90118#post199379

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Build a minecraft torch

Posted on October 12, 2023 by robertwilkie

Looks pretty good too. And yes I am on a halloween theme this month. https://www.instructables.com/MINECRAFT-Inspired-Light-Up-LED-Torch/

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CNC plywood based Halloween bags

Posted on October 11, 2023 by robertwilkie

Basically you CNC out the sides of the paper bag, glue it together, paint it and put a light inside. Clever build if you have a CNC you can use. https://www.instructables.com/Plywood-Jack-O-Lantern-Tea-Light-Bags-8-Faces-Incl/

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Make a cheap Halloween light up jar

Posted on October 10, 2023 by robertwilkie

Have a mason jar, some sparkly paint and again a dollar store candle. And you too can make a simple light up jar for Halloween. https://www.instructables.com/DIY-BOO-Jars/

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Cheap milk jug ghosts

Posted on October 9, 2023 by robertwilkie

Have a milk jug? Sharpy? A dollar store solar light? You too can make a simple milk jug ghost that lights up. Could be a good project with kids. https://www.instructables.com/Milk-Jug-Solar-Ghosts/

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Fog machine with an atomizer

Posted on October 6, 2023 by robertwilkie

Nice build thought the atomizer the author is using is a little over $100. So not a cheap project, but you don’t need to deal with dry ice or other methods that only work once. https://www.instructables.com/Ground-Hugging-Fog-Without-Using-a-Chiller-or-Fog-/

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Build a sissor jack vise

Posted on October 5, 2023 by robertwilkie

Nice build, Sissor jacks are easy to come by, so this is a nice build overall if you need a cheap vise https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/scissor-jack-vise-video-94040#post214109

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