Category: Hacks

If you’re looking for a great way to get rid of summer boredom, Maker Camp teaches kids how to create all kinds of cool projects […]

The big difference between beautiful photos and videos and bad ones comes down to how well the subjects are lit. Whether you’re an amateur home […]

Epoxy can be a handy tool for any home project. This video explains what epoxy is and some basic tips for using it. As explained […]

If you need to shoot a tracking video, you don’t need a fancy slider or camera cart. You can make an impromptu version in 30 […]

As everyone knows, the plunger uncertainty principle states that you may know where the plunger is, or you may need the plunger, but never both. […]

Bean Bag Toss (also known as “sacks” or “cornhole”) is an outdoor game that can be played by anyone of any age and athletic ability. […]

By investing in a home improvement project, many people hope to get at least most of that money back when the time comes to sell […]

As a child, there is nothing better than a good bedtime story from a loved one. This personalized voice recorder can be attached to any […]

Wearing safety goggles in the workshop is a must, and these homemade illuminated goggles from our friend Jude Pullen are a great way to keep […]

When you’re ready to change the look of your recessed lighting, there is a cheaper and easier way to do it than replacing the entire […]

Tired of going to your inbox and finding it empty? Adafruit has a guide on how to create a system where you will be notified […]

A popular way to carry a Leatherman or multitool is to carry a bag on your belt. For everyday wear, attach a metal clip that […]

Want to keep track of the temperature and humidity in your home? Instructables user wpnsmith demonstrates how to build a monitoring system using a Raspberry […]

Installing a tile backsplash can be time consuming, but a tile mat will help you get it done faster. Tiles require a thin mortar or […]

Outdoor terraces create the perfect summer grill spot and add visual appeal to any yard. But you can make decks from just about anything, so […]

This Altoids tin charger won’t replace your traditional high capacity power bank, but it’s easy to assemble, recharge in the sun, and teach you a […]

You’ve probably never thought about hiding something at the top of a door, but that is what makes it a great hideout for small valuables […]

Clips are often stored in a clip box where they can be thrown around and confused with each other. This makes it difficult to sort […]

You have tons of options for accessing your computer’s music library through your stereo, but most require some technical know-how to actually use. You can […]

Mid-century modern furniture can be difficult to find and expensive to buy. You can decorate your own piece of furniture by adding stiletto legs with […]

Sunrise alarms are cool, but they usually cost around $ 70-200. How-To Geek notes that this specialized watch is completely unnecessary. A smart light bulb […]

Pyrography is an inexpensive and fun art that can really bring your DIY projects to life. You just need a pyrography pen, a clean piece […]

Submitting documents seems pretty straightforward. You take a file and then just scratch it across the surface until the object you are processing is as […]

If you are looking to make furniture or other decorative items, plywood is a much cheaper alternative to solid wood. However, if you want to […]

The table vise is the last trading tool you can think of as portable. But this 6-inch vise runs well, and connects directly to your […]

If you enjoy working with models, miniatures, or small carpentry jobs, conventional sanders will be too big and powerful. This mining sander is very easy […]

Keychains are a great toolbox , but one tool that always seems to be missing is the socket wrench. On Instructables, DIYer M3G fixed this […]

We’ve seen several different portable Raspberry Pi builds , but Adafruit’s new tutorial will probably be the easiest to create for you. Assembling a portable […]

When you’re comfortable in your reading chair, having to get up for a new book spoils some of that comfort. With this customized chair, you […]

There are tons of ways to install Linux on your TV, but in Node they demonstrate how to create your own little dongle that you […]

Nice to keep our pets comfortable, but sun loungers can be expensive. Make it yourself using your old sweatshirt and pool noodles. This tip is […]

Alarm clocks are cheap and plentiful, but rather boring. If you want to create your own, Instructables user Paranoid Legend will show you how to […]

This DIY portable summer kitchen makes outdoor cooking even more fun. While it isn’t cheap to make, it doesn’t cost thousands of dollars like other […]

Wireless charging is no longer a new technology, but it can still be quite expensive. This build is cheap, can work with just about any […]

Stuck in a dorm room or tiny apartment but still want to play guitar? Make will show you how to assemble a tiny training booster […]

Outdoor wooden furniture can be very expensive. If you’re looking to save some money, you can build your own contemporary style lounge chair for around […]

Samplers are a great way to have millions of different sounds at your fingertips. If you want to build your own, SamplerBox is a project […]

You can do all sorts of cool things with the NFC tag , and on top of that, on Node, they point out that adding […]

It’s good to have some good belts in your wardrobe, but you might not want them to take up space in your dresser or elsewhere. […]

So, you know what tools should be in your first toolbox , but where do you store them all? Here are tons of dashboard options […]