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How to Make a Sunburst Clock
A sunburst clock will let the time shine in a special spot in a hallway or living room. This clock is not complicated to make and all tools and materials, including the clock mechanisms, can be found at craft and home improvement stores. The clock would look spectacular over a foyer table or above a
What Are Honeycombs Made Of?
Honeycombs are made of beeswax, according to the Great Plains Nature Center. Worker bees produce beeswax from special glands and build the honeycomb in their hives. The wax hardens in the air.
Difference Between Lavender & Albino Kingsnakes
The California kingsnake (Lampropeltis getula californiae) is a subspecies of the common kingsnake, a nonvenomous reptilefound in the United States and Mexico. As the name implies, the California kingsnake is found in the wild mostly in the Western United States and Mexico. Like many other snakes, i
Homemade Oscilloscopes
You can use an oscilloscope to visualize waveforms. These waveforms can originate as sounds that have been converted into an electrical signal. The electrical signals are fed into the scope as an electrical signal and displayed on a screen.
Fun Activities to Do With Your American Girl Doll
If you (or your daughter) have just received your very own American Girl doll, you're probably feeling very excited to have her. However, you may be trying to decide what kinds of fun games and activities the two of you can enjoy together. While you and your doll can have any sort of fun together th
How to Build a Sprung Arch Kiln
A sprung arch kiln is a type of kiln built using ancient stone-building technology. The discovery of self-supporting brick arches, held together by gravity, altered human civilizations and the way their cities were built. Roman ruins are a great example of how these arches were used to create tunnel
How to Make a Bellows
A bellows is an odd thing to find nowadays, though still a useful one. It's essentially two wooden handles and a leather sealed chamber in which air can be blown out. They were commonly used to stoke fires and forges hundreds of years ago. You might find one in an antique store or old colonial style
Homemade Fishing Equipment
When it comes to fishing, the common and most important element between hobby and necessity is the pole. Elaborate fishing gear is often expensive, so constructing a homemade version is an effective alternative.
Building Wooden Planters
Planters help you create a potted garden when you don't have adequate yard space, and they spread an existing garden to your sidewalk, driveway or deck. Wooden planters are as simple or complicated as you care to make them, but a plain square box will work. Make several planters in different heights
Glassware Crafts
Transform plain, simple glassware into something more special.grey glass pitcher and glass and water image by Maria Brzostowska from Fotolia.comWhether you purchase plain glassware for a specific craft project or recycle household glass items, the options for decorating and embellishing...
Crafts From Wooden Soda Crates
Old wooden soda crates, once used to transport beverages from bottler to distributor to consumer, have found their way into the realm of trendy home decor. A new generation views the outdated wooden soda crate in a completely new light. The retro graphics and simple lines make them naturals for a nu
How to Make a Watch Belt Shorter
The belt of a watch that fastens around your wrist, also called the strap, must sometimes be shortened -- whether due to a weight loss or a gradual stretching or loosening of the belt's material. While many opt to take the watch to a professional watchmaker for this adjustment, this can also easily
How to Mount Transformers in Project Boxes
Electronics hobbyists frequently need to build power supplies to run their projects. A project box can serve as both a sturdy frame for the power supply and as a safe container for the hazardous voltages it has during operation. The transformer can be the largest single component in the power supply
The Effect of Darkness on Photosynthesis
Plants and some single-celled organisms use photosynthesis to transform water and carbon dioxide into glucose. Light is essential to this energy-generating process. When darkness falls, photosynthesis stops.
Making a Leather Ottoman From a Trunk
Ottomans are not only comfortable and good for putting your feet up, but they also can add a touch of style to your living room. They also provide a place to store things such as remotes and magazines. You can make your own comfortable leather ottoman if you happen to have an old trunk lying around.
Unicycle Instructions
The unicycle is a simple wheel-and-pedal system on which a rider balances his weight. Unicycles have been used in circuses, by clowns, street performers and for fun. Some people juggle on them, some jump them; no matter what the trick may be they're fun to watch. Learning to ride the unicycle is an
How to Make a Stained Glass Tabletop
Making a stained glass tabletop is easier than creating traditional stained glass, in which lead is placed between the cut glass and then soldered into place. Because lead is not safe around children, pets or food, grout can be used to make stained glass tables. This also remedies the problem of sag
How to Attach Jesses to Ball Bearing Swivels
Swivels are used in falconry to attach the jesses, or tethers, to a leash. The moving piece lets the bird move without getting tangled, which can cause feather damage or injury. A ball bearing swivel's mechanism is enclosed in metal, which can protect it from the elements. Since you cannot see the c
How to Put Ball Bearings in a Yo-Yo
The yo-yo is an ancient toy whose appeal has lasted thousands of years. Historical references and artifacts indicate yo-yos were in use as early as 440 B.C. In the 1970's, new yo-yo models enabled the axle to be modified. Today, sleeved and ball bearing axle models help yo-yo enthusiasts perform adv
Troubleshooting a Paragon Kiln Controller
The Paragon Home Artist kilns are electrically powered devices that make your clay creations harden into ceramic after you place them inside and turn the machine on. The kilns also feature a temperature controller attached to their buckets; these controllers allow you to adjust how hot the temperatu