$1 Op-Amp ECG

Sometimes you just want to do a little heart monitoring without going into debt for the rest of your life (yes, that's a not-so-subtle jab at our wonderful healthcare system). When you can't afford the real thing, this $1 home made electrocardiogram will allow you to monitor your heart as you go into cardiac arrest while opening bills from your previous hospital adventures. This is much simpler than our previously covered homemade ecg, and probably about as accurate (read: not very). [via]

Notice: This ECG cost less to make than an artery clogging burger from your local BK. Therefore, we do not recommend making medical decisions based off of the data received from it.

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Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Diyhappy/~3/6Vdb6runI4U/1-op-amp-ecg

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Unclog Your Drain With A 2-Liter Bottle

One way to unclog your drain using a two liter bottle is to fill it with warm water and squeeze the bottle while pointing it down the drain. The pressure will swoosh light debris away. When that doesn't work, get out the scissors and head on over to the Dollar Store Crafts blog for instructions on how to make your own drain snake our of a two liter bottle. Just get ready for a disgusting surprise and the smell of death.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Diyhappy/~3/XhYA2yLxZZU/unclog-your-drain-with-a-2-liter-bottle

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DeWALT Compact Hammer Drill Video

Tim demonstrates the DeWALT Compact Hammer Drill in a series of drilling holes.

Source: http://www.askthebuilder.com/DeWALT_Compact_Hammer_Drill_Video.shtml

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DeWALT Compact Drill Driver Video

Tim Carter demonstrates the DeWALT Compact Drill Driver. He shows it drilling through wood in this video.

Source: http://www.askthebuilder.com/DeWALT_Compact_Drill_Driver_Video.shtml

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Decorating the Front Porch for the 4th of July

Ah, summertime! No matter how much you love the other seasons, summertime, with its patriotic parades and festive decorations is a joy. The 4th of July marks the day of independence for the USA and it is celebrated in small towns and big cities all across the country.

Source: http://www.doityourself.com/stry/decorating-front-porch-4th-of-july

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Yet Another Use for Vinegar: Vase Cleaner

Filed under: Essential Skills, Know-How

I was reading Lifehacker when I came upon this really great tip for yet another use for vinegar from commenter Kevster. My approach to cleaning the surplus of vases in my home will never be the same (or this exciting) again.

Vincent Ma, flickr

As a DIY editor, I thought I heard every use for vinegar that you could possibly think of. (Smell remover! Fabric softener!) But people always surprise me with their ways to use the stuff. A few months ago, I was eating at a regrettable restaurant in Atlantic City, when the bubble-haired waitress let me in on a tip: If you want to take away the heat from a spicy dish, just add vinegar. This was about the only thing I gained from that trip (the rest I lost at the casino later that night).

Anyway, I came upon this other genius use for vinegar today: Vase cleaner. Just add baking soda to the vase, then pour in the vinegar. Yes, this is also the recipe for a science fair volcano. The baking soda foam will rise, effectively cleaning even the oddest-shaped vases. For more great tips for using vinegar, check out Lifehacker.

Want to turn your bottle of vinegar into the most overachieving item in your house? Check out...
Vinegar's slew of wonderful uses
Using Vinegar for Laundry
Best Uses For Vinegar

And to see how to clean a faucet using vinegar, watch this...

How to Clean a Faucet Aerator Using Vinegar

 

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Source: http://www.diylife.com/2011/06/22/another-use-for-vinegar/

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How to make the Windows 7 taskbar act like the previous versions of Windows

Hello! You might not like the new Windows 7 taskbar, so here is how to change it back! Unlock the taskbar right now. Shrink and never combine We have to shrink the icons and make the window list never combine into buttons. We'll need to open up the properties window by right-clicking on the tas...
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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-the-Windows-7-taskbar-act-like-the-pre/

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Ultraviolet light spheres (and more)

Some UV LED flashlights , some bodging with a cordless drill + a plywood offcut + copper wire, and a compact camera with a "starry night" setting (long exposure, e.g. 15-60 seconds) allow you to create awesome light paintings very easily. It's essentially the ultraviolet, power tool version o...
By: makendo

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Ultraviolet-light-spheres-and-more/

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Inexpensive Kitchen Countertop Choices

Kitchens and bathrooms are the heart of a home and are a major factor in people's decision to buy or pass on a home for sale. However, when it comes to remodeling, kitchens and bathrooms are also among the most expensive projects you can take on. Fortunately, if you're looking to upgrade your kitchen (whether to put it on the market or just to modernize it) you do have some inexpensive countertops options that can help you stay within your budget.

Source: http://www.doityourself.com/stry/inexpensive-kitchen-countertop-choices

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Bench top tool stand

An extremely easy and quick project is building a stand for a bench top tool.  If you have a well equipped workshop they can be built from cut offs and scrap wood.  Other than a pocket hole jig, no special tools are necessary.  For the last stand I built the only purchase necessary was plastic furni...
By: Wheatridge

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Bench-top-tool-stand/

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Space Shuttle & Astronaut Cabinet Knobs

If you have children who dream of going to space camp, then you can inspire their astronautic aspirations with the appropriate cabinet knobs on their dresser or perhaps on the cabinets and drawers in the kids' bathroom. This space shuttle...

Source: http://www.luxuryhousingtrends.com/archives/2009/01/space_shuttle_a.php

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SolarSheat Space Heater Can Warm a 1000 Square Foot Space

You may be excited about the idea of green living, but there's no denying that getting set up with solar panels is pretty expensive. If heating is one of your biggest expenses, you may be able to cut out that...

Source: http://www.luxuryhousingtrends.com/archives/2009/01/solarsheat_spac.php

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Curbspotting: Vintage Lamps

Filed under: Know-How

If you saw these vintage lamps on the curb, would you take them home? One talented designer did just that. See how she gave these lamps a decidedly modern update.

Lia Fagan, flickr

I admit to a bias against the vintage lamps I find on the curb, at the flea market or thrift store. It's not that I think they don't have potential, but most of the time I feel like updating the lamp can be more trouble than it's worth. But Lia Fagan of Mod Pieces, a shop specializing in rescuing vintage lamps, is causing me to reconsider my stance. Here's how she transformed the outdated set.

Lia Fagan

She gave the bases a coat of periwinkle paint, and then covered the shades in an abstract paint-splatter print fabric. It's funny how painting the base in one color actually brings out the sculptural details (like the fern leaves) on the lamp base. To see more of Lia's vintage lamp makeovers, visit the Mod Pieces Flickr page.

Want more lamp makeover ideas? Check out...
How to add a faux antique finish to light fixtures
How to choose a lampshade
How to rewire a lamp

And to save your favorite lamp, watch this...

Quick Tip -- You Can Save Your Favorite Lamp

 

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Source: http://www.diylife.com/2011/06/21/curbspotting-vintage-lamps/

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Bosch Daredevil Spade Bit Video

Tim Carter demonstrates the Bosch Daredevil spade bit. It's very sharp and drills through a 2x6 with ease.

Source: http://www.askthebuilder.com/Bosch_Daredevil_Spade_Bit_Video.shtml

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Decorating Your Guest Bathroom for 4th of July Fun

When the 4th of July rolls around, chances are that you will have guests coming to call. Whether you have a big backyard picnic and barbecue or a small family get-together, your guests will surely be using your guest bathroom.

Source: http://www.doityourself.com/stry/decorating-guest-bathroom-4th-of-july

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Wood & Glass Greenhouse Kits Offer Attractive Gardening Solution

With the prices of food heading north, gardening is becoming increasingly popular for folks with enough space to grow some fruits and veggies. Even if you have a short growing season (of if your favorite vegetables usually grow in warmer...

Source: http://www.luxuryhousingtrends.com/archives/2009/01/wood_glass_gree.php

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Water Drops Square Glass Vessel Sink Stands out

When you're shopping for vessel sinks, you'll probably be surprised with all the variety. There are so many cool designs that it can be hard to narrow it down and pick one for a permanent home in your bathroom. This...

Source: http://www.luxuryhousingtrends.com/archives/2009/01/water_drops_squ.php

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Make It! The Skilsaw Pergola

Hands down the best, easiest and most cost effective way to make a big impact in your outdoor living space is by adding a pergola. Not only do they provide visual interest, they also provide a dappled shady spot in which to relax.

This particular pergola assignment began with some ground rules.�First, the pergola had to be affordable to most of us in Curblyland… Continue reading on Curbly.com

Source: http://www.curbly.com/diy-maven/posts/10480-make-it-the-skilsaw-pergola

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The Little Red Hen Breakfast

Do you remember the classic Childrens' story about the Little Red Hen? No?  Click here to read it: http://www.rickwalton.com/folktale/bryant05.htm To watch (highly recommended!) the charming vintage cartoon, click here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cJDwq_VLkKQ  It's a great story abou...
By: bajablue

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Little-Red-Hen-Breakfast/

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How to Patch a Hole in an Asphalt Driveway

Asphalt driveways can become damaged over time from erosion, tree roots, or heavy loads. Watch this video to see how to go about repairing a hole in an asphalt driveway.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/danny-lipford/~3/o18wKc_8vO4/

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Can the sun kill you?

It doesn't seem murderous, but that bright burning ball of gas in the sky can do your body some serious damage. What kind of ill can come from the sun?

Source: http://feeds.howstuffworks.com/~r/DailyStuff/~3/Et4_Lmdg6mQ/can-the-sun-kill-you.htm

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Cheap wall socket child safety cover

Use tuberware to create wall outlet child safety cover. Take a lunch meat plastic container, put a long screw in it and there you go.
By: mossDboss

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-wall-socket-child-safety-cover/

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Paying for Construction Tools

Who should pay for construction tools and materials? If the tool is completely used up on the job, the customer should pay for it. What about a tool the spans several construction jobs?

Source: http://www.askthebuilder.com/885_Paying_for_Construction_Tools.shtml

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Wood & Glass Greenhouse Kits Offer Attractive Gardening Solution

With the prices of food heading north, gardening is becoming increasingly popular for folks with enough space to grow some fruits and veggies. Even if you have a short growing season (of if your favorite vegetables usually grow in warmer...

Source: http://www.luxuryhousingtrends.com/archives/2009/01/wood_glass_gree.php

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Fun Looks for Teen Bedroom Doors

Teenagers can be very particular about the style of their bedroom decor. Not only does this influence the look of the room itself, but it also impacts the decor on their bedroom door.

Source: http://www.doityourself.com/stry/fun-looks-teen-bedroom-doors

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Fourth of July Crafts Countdown: Nautical Napkin Rings

Filed under: Crafts, Holidays, Crafts & Celebrations

Get out your sparklers and strike up the marching band music...it's time for our Fourth of July crafts countdown!

Miki Duisterhof, Country Living

Can you guess the secret behind these adorable nautical napkin holders? They're made from a set of white wooden shower curtain rings. Simply draw on the stripes using colored markers, add names using letter stamps and then seal with an acrylic spray. To get that vintage look, sand the rings beforehand.

For more Fourth of July crafts, check out the July/August issue of Country Living, which comes out on June 28th. Since I tend to get my covers confused (ending up with multiple issues of a mag), here's what the cover looks like:


Feeling inspired for more Independence Day DIYs? Here's a few more ideas...
Fourth of July Clip Art Crafts
4th of July DIY: 6 Party Essentials
The Ultimate July 4th Party Planning Guide

And to see how to decorate your Fourth of July table, watch this...

How to Decorate Your Table for the Fourth of July

 

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Source: http://www.diylife.com/2011/06/27/fourth-of-july-crafts-countdown-nautical-napkin-rings/

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The Porkinator

A few years ago, we made a fattie, and couldn't have been more happy with how it turned out. But this year, we improved it. More pig, and a whole lot more attitude. This time around, we used the opinions of others to tweak the recipe and make it more flavorful. WE PROMISE YOU, THIS IS NOT SOMETHI...
By: nikon20

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Porkinator/

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DeskSquid: The Ultimate Helping Hand

Need a hand? A good set of helping hands is crucial for any tiny jobs you might have - especially when dealing with electronics. An extra set of nimble fingers goes a long way. Mike from Instructables has put together a guide for making the ultimate set of helping hands using some commonly available pieces.

DeskSquid / Helping Hands. [Thanks, Mike]

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Diyhappy/~3/Fc23t1Y360I/desksquid-the-ultimate-helping-hand

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$1 Op-Amp ECG

Sometimes you just want to do a little heart monitoring without going into debt for the rest of your life (yes, that's a not-so-subtle jab at our wonderful healthcare system). When you can't afford the real thing, this $1 home made electrocardiogram will allow you to monitor your heart as you go into cardiac arrest while opening bills from your previous hospital adventures. This is much simpler than our previously covered homemade ecg, and probably about as accurate (read: not very). [via]

Notice: This ECG cost less to make than an artery clogging burger from your local BK. Therefore, we do not recommend making medical decisions based off of the data received from it.

medical, cheap

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Diyhappy/~3/6Vdb6runI4U/1-op-amp-ecg

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