How to convert an old petrol lamp to use electrical current in a few easy steps. You'll need: Petrol lamp (dah) Power cord Lamp socket Lamp (one that will fit both the socket AND the petrol lamp) Knife, dremmel, and screwdrivers Switch for the lamp Some patience
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Via Instructables | Posted on 2008.08.31 at 16:54
This lamp is made from a traffic cone, some old OSB, and a couple of threaded rods. The latex rubber cone actually diffuses and transmits light surprisingly well, but I punched a pattern into it with a soldering iron to let some more light out.
Via Instructables | Posted on 2008.08.31 at 16:15
I like Steampunk design style, and I already tried it on my pencil. I did this to my flashlight because i though it would be easy with its flat sides.
Via Instructables | Posted on 2008.08.30 at 16:36
If you have read my other business card instructables, you will know what this is all about - make a business card that is useful, or that people really don't want to throw away, and you have a successful piece of advertising.
Via Instructables | Posted on 2008.08.30 at 08:45
I know what you are all thinking, yet another of the dozens of LED bike lights, well needless to say I am taking a slightly different spin on the idea.
Via Instructables | Posted on 2008.08.27 at 02:42
Here's a fun and unique night light that you can make from recycled and upcycled items. It's also a fun project to do with kids, assuming that an adult handles the cutting.
Via Instructables | Posted on 2008.08.27 at 01:32
Do you like the idea of tesla coils and other high voltage sparking stuff, but don't have the time, money or patience to build something that is elaborate? Well, here's a fun 'n' simple project that can make big, fat, noisy sparks at least 2 inches long, and can be built very quickly and cheaply.
Via Instructables | Posted on 2008.08.26 at 19:58
There has been an influx of projects on the internet claiming to protect an individual from surveillance cameras. Some use lasers. Others use balloons and static electricity.
Via Instructables | Posted on 2008.08.26 at 19:02
This Instructable will show you how to put together some LeD Spidies for Halloween. They are simple to make and fun to hide in dark corners for guests to find.
Via Instructables | Posted on 2008.08.26 at 01:44
Turn a cup into a glowing glass!
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Via Instructables | Posted on 2008.08.26 at 01:20