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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Site Excavation Suggestions

Excavating a new home lot must be carefully planned. Foundation holes have to be the proper depth and not too big. Your site excavation plans needs to consider sidewalks, driveways and the trees you want to save.

Source: http://www.askthebuilder.com/891_Site_Excavation_Suggestions.shtml

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Vintage Inspired DIY Wedding Invitations

To set the tone for our entire DIY wedding {and the rest of our forever} our first foot forward as a couple was our invitation.  We designed it to resemble a packet of items one might find buried amongst the family heirlooms in their grandmother's attic.  It had all the necessary makings of a modern...
By: imamathguy

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Vintage-Inspired-DIY-Wedding-Invitations/

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Creating Your Own Geocache

If you've never heard of geocaching, you're in for a treat. Chances are that you have a few geocaches right in your own neighborhood. These mini-treasure boxes can be found with GPS coordinates downloaded from the geocaching website and can be a fun way to get outdoors and try something new. All you need is a GPS - even a capable smartphone will do the trick.

After you've found a few caches, it's a good idea to contribute to the sport by making one of your own. Geoaching.com offers a great tutorial on putting together your first cache and finding a good hiding place for it.

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Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Diyhappy/~3/utQvnjRPFmY/creating-your-own-geocache

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"School of Fish" Decorative Sink Drain

Tired of looking at a boring metal circular drain when you fill your sink? Perhaps you need a decorative drain that adds a bit of whimsy to your bathroom. The 1.5" School of Fish drain from Linkasink is available in...

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

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Your Own Split Rail Fence

Split rail fences are a hold over from pioneer America. Originally popular for their ease of construction (they didn't require any post holes ) and the fact they cost very little to build since back then wood was in abundant supply.

Source: http://www.doityourself.com/stry/your-own-split-rail-fence

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Snazzy Aluminum Lawn Chair Re-Web Makeover

Everyone has at least one of these old aluminum lawn chairs tucked into a dusty corner of the garage or porch. And every spring you think about how you should really just toss it, but then where would you sit come summer? Sure, you could go out and but new ones, but where's the fun in that?

Source: http://www.curbly.com/kellyb/posts/10610-snazzy-aluminum-lawn-chair-re-web-makeover

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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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Polychromatic Harley Deluxe

People throw away the best stuff. Take this gem of a find: a Power Wheelz Harley Deluxe in perfect working order, aside from a fizzled battery and a missing charger. My kids were delighted as soon as they saw it, but I'd already started making plans for it! For one thing, I needed to get it running ...
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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Polychromatic-Harley-Deluxe/

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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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Ear-Def Headphones

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Ear-Def-Headphones/

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Concrete Floor Paint Can Spruce up Your Garage

There are lots of garage floor coverings you can consider, both to give a little color to the space and to protect the floor from stains, road salts, and moisture. The most affordable option is simple concrete floor paint. This...

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

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Kidde Carbon Monoxide Detector with Front-Loading Batteries

I'm not sure who decided carbon monoxide detectors and smoke alarms should need to be taken off the wall so you could load the batteries in the back, but it's an annoying trend that has been accepted as standard for...

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

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knex stargate gate room

this is a knex version of the scifi tv show stargate. it is the stargate command gate room. i used mostly knex and for the walls i used grey card stock. i hope you guys enjoy it!
By: johnshepperd

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/knex-stargate-gate-room/

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Carpet Repairs: Removing Stains And Replacing Sections

Carpet stains can be caused by all kinds of substances, from food and beverages to grease and ink. It is best to remove carpet stains as soon as they occur; don�t allow them to consolidate, spread, or sink into the carpet fibers.

Source: http://www.doityourself.com/stry/carpet-repairs-removing-stains-replacing-sections

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Secrets to Great Curb Appeal

An eye-catching exterior is the sum of many parts. Here are six makeovers that show how combining small upgrades can create a handsome facade on any budget

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ThisOldHouseLatest/~3/M4PKp2tsPJA/0,,20347295,00.html

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Wooden swiss army scale

Here was an afternoon project I did using plane 2 by 4 lumber. I plan on buying nicer snakewood from a swiss army mod suplier,sosak.
By: zigzagchris

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Wooden-swiss-army-scale/

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Rabbit Toys - Homemade Rabbit Toy 3

Here is a simple to make rabbit toy. Anyone can easily make this.  In the day your bunny may get a bit bored if they have nothing to play with when you are out. You can easily change this by giving them this easy to make toy when you go out so they have something that they can do!  Make sure that yo...
By: alannahbale

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Rabbit-Toys-Homemade-Rabbit-Toy-3/

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Youth Center Desktop Slingshot Catapult

Originally this design was created for in-house use only. I work as a tech lab program lead for a youth center on the army base where I grew up. I teach science and technology and do assorted projects with middle school and high school students. When I first got started at the center I had missed th...
By: samaside

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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Youth-Center-Desktop-Slingshot-Catapult/

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Magic IQ Puzzle Box

I needed a puzzle box for something, and Thinkgeek's "Magic IQ Gift Box " looked like the right box for the job.  Unfortunately, I did not have time to wait for it to ship to me.  So I figured I would make my own, which shouldn't be too difficult.  Right?
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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Magic-IQ-Puzzle-Box/

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9 Free Ways To Cool A Room Better

Filed under: Essential Skills, Know-How, Living Spaces

With record-breaking temperatures around the country, we all want to know how to cool a room- fast. These nine tips won't set you back a dime, but will make your air conditioner, central air system or fan do its job better.

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Yes, it's hot outside. And inside, for that matter. But if your preferred cooling system-whether it's an a/c or a fan-doesn't seem to cool a room as good as it should, try these nine fixes.

Window or Portable Air Conditioner

- Clean The Air Filters. Trapped dirt will most definitely reduce air flow through the unit, leaving you with disappointingly weak breezes from the vents. So, give the air filter a good scrubbing with soap and water at least once a month (more if you live in a city, or if there's been lots of humid weather). While you're there, clean the evaporator coil. Dirt there will just insulate the coil, reducing its ability to absorb heat.
- Move It. Your air conditioner will work overtime if it's near a heat source, which can be anything from somebody else's a/c to a cable box. Or, if it's surrounded by junk. These all reduce airflow, which means less cooling power.

Central Air/Split System

- Clean The Condensing Unit. This can get filled with leaves, grass clippings and dirt. Clean this loveliness away with a soft brush. Also, remember: The condenser should have 24 inches of breathing room in order to run properly and keep from overheating.

- Add Duct Tape. Go to the attic to check for gaps in ceiling ducts. A good way to test this? Light incense, then see if the smoke gets pulled towards or away from the ducts. If it does, this indicates a leak. Patch it up with duct tape.

Ceiling Fan

- Clean The Blades. Yes, we're cleaning again. Caked-on dirt can slow the blades down (and it doesn't look very nice, either). Turn off the fan, then clean each blade.

- Make It Run Counterclockwise. Did you know that your ceiling fan has a "summer" setting? Me neither. But it's simply flipping a switch on the side of the motor housing. Trust me, you'll notice a difference.

- Balance It. If your ceiling fan gets wobbly when you run it, the alignment is out of whack. Turn off the fan, then make sure the blade holders are firmly attached to the flywheel. Tighten any loose screws.

Plug-In (Box or Stand-Up) Fan

- One more time: Clean It. This is easier on a box fan, where all you have to do is unscrew the front and back grates (and dip them in a bath, or hose them down). If you have a stand-up model, check out this tutorial for how to clean an oscillating fan.

- Open The Top Window. This is if you have casement windows, of course. But opening the top half of the window will create cross-circulation, giving a place for hot air (which rises) an escape hatch.

Want more cool cures? Check out:

Energy Savings: Central Air Conditioning
How to Clean and Maintain Air Conditioning Systems
The Daily Fix: How to Balance a Ceiling Fan

And to see how to change out the air filter in your central air, watch this...

 

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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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Choosing the Right Window Glass will Save You Money

In frontier days people used to put a piece of waxed paper into an opening in the wall of their cabin to let in some natural light. Now a piece of paper has some obvious disadvantages such as you can't see through, it has no insulating value and cold and heat can easily move through it, so it wasn't used for long.

Source: http://www.doityourself.com/stry/choosing-right-window-glass-save-money

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A Re-Purpose Driven Life

I do the three r's: reduce, reuse, recycle but I add re-purpose for a 4th R. I just can't help myself. It all started with my grandfather. He kept all kinds of things and remade-reused them on his farm. (Back then they called it junk collecting.) My mother also did this. We spent one summer when ...
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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Re-Purpose-Driven-Life/

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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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Natural Gas Hanging Patio Heater Warms Outdoor Living Space

As soon as the snow melts, you'll probably start thinking of spring and summer and outdoor living spaces again. You can start the grilling and lounging-around-the-deck season a littler earlier with a patio heater. There are quite a few models...

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

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Walkie Talkie Camera Trigger

Here's a great MacGyver tip on how to make a remote (very remote) camera trigger using a couple of walkie talkies. This idea came from the desire to take nature photography from a remote location and a unique viewpoint (although we're pretty sure by "nature" the inventor means "women's locker room").

Anyway - a very cool project. Putting together some simple electronics is required. Go find out how to make your own walkie-talkie camera trigger. [via]

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Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Diyhappy/~3/iSTGsC_Ce6E/walkie-talkie-camera-trigger

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Random Recast: Corks Day 1

Filed under: Crafts, Know-How

In Random Recast, we find new uses for ordinary things. This week: Corks.

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If you frequently entertain or just really like wine, you can put a collection of old corks to use with this genius trivet. Corks are fantastically heat-safe, will stand up to the elements if you accidentally leave them outside and also have a rustic-chic look. This particular trivet was made by drilling through each cork, then stringing them together in an abstract diamond pattern. But for an easier alternative that uses only hot glue, try this tutorial from CraftyNest.

Missed last week's Random Recast: Maps? Check out...
Random Recast: Map Pages Day 4
Random Recast: Map Pages Day 3
Random Recast: Map Pages Day 2
Random Recast: Map Pages Day 1

 

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Source: http://www.diylife.com/2011/07/18/corks-made-into-trivet/

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Home Security Television Simulator Offers Alternative to Lights on Timers

Lights with timers are a pretty home security good idea, because they can fool burglars into thinking someone is home. Most burglars don't want to come face to face with homeowners, so they go for empty houses. If you want...

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

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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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ZIP Tie Quad Repair

I purchased a 1986 Honda TRX 240 ATV.  It was in good shape for the age and ran well but the plastic body parts were less than optimal.  My plan was to find some body parts on eBay and replace the sections.  Needless to say after I started looking around, I either could not find much that looked bet...
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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/ZIP-Tie-Quad-Repair/

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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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Random Recast: Popsicle Sticks Day 1

Filed under: Crafts

In Random Recast, we find new uses for ordinary things. This week: Popsicle sticks.

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These baskets made from Popsicle sticks will add a delightfully nostalgic touch to your office desk. And really, who doesn't need more desk storage? The tutorial is super-simple: Just cut a hexagonal base from cardboard, then layer Popsicle sticks to create the walls (holding it altogether with glue). For the full how-to, visit Ikat Bag.

Missed last week's Random Recast? Catch up now!
Random Recast: Corks Day 5
Random Recast: Corks Day 4
Random Recast: Corks Day 3
Random Recast: Corks Day 2
Random Recast: Corks Day 1

And for more office organizing ideas, check out...
Easy Home Office Organizing Tricks
How to Get Rid of Work Baggage from Your Home Life

 

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Source: http://www.diylife.com/2011/07/26/popsicle-sticks-baskets/

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Oxo Good Grips Jar Opener Review

I got my parents an Oxo Good Grips Jar Opener for Christmas, and it's surprising how delighted my mom in particular has been about it. Who knew you could win big with a $12 gift? She has trouble with her...

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

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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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Natural but Fun Back To School Makeup :D

This Look is Natural, but still fun. :D
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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Natural-but-Fun-Back-To-School-Makeup-D/

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Flower Hair Clips

The beautiful and talented Julie Gillrie shows you how to become the coolest girl on the block with this simple fabric flower tutorial. With just a little bit of felt and thread, you too can enjoy the admiration of your peers and the satisfaction of knowing your flowers will never wilt like the crappy real kind.

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Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Diyhappy/~3/GEOkLKiINzA/flower-hair-clips

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How to convert 3G into WiFi with mobile hotspot

Share there's video shows you how to convert 3G into WIFI with mobile wifi hotspot ZTE MF60, and connect ZTE V9 Light Tablet to MF60 by Wi-Fi smoothly.
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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-convert-3G-into-WiFi-with-mobile-hotspot/

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Random Recast: Corks Day 5

Filed under: Crafts, Know-How

In Random Recast, we find new uses for ordinary things. This week: Corks.

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Love to scrapbook? Then you'll love this new use for old corks: Stamps. Simply draw a design into one end of the cork using a craft knife, carve away the surrounding cork, then get stamping. Or, to get a pre-made set, visit etsy seller AileenRae.

Want more ideas for re-using wine corks? Check out...
Random Recast: Corks Day 4
Random Recast: Corks Day 3
Random Recast: Corks Day 2
Random Recast: Corks Day 1

 

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DIY bottle out of very common stuff in your house.

Can't find a bottle of water? Or just feel like making something creative and cool? Well, here is where you will find out how to make a "bottle" out of extremely common stuff in your house ! Materials needed Here are the materials needed to make your bottle: -A pair of Sizors (optional) ...
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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-bottle-out-of-very-common-stuff-in-your-house/

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P2000 Insulation Customer Story

There are many pros and cons about the foam-board insulation product P2000. Is this insulation better then fiberglass or other conventional insulation. Read the story of one P2000 user.

Source: http://www.askthebuilder.com/P2000_Insulation_Customer_Story.shtml

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Random Recast: Corks Day 3

Filed under: Know-How

In Random Recast, we find new uses for ordinary things. This week: Corks.

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Did you know that laptops weren't actually meant to be used on a lap? At least that's my theory. I can tell you from first-hand (or is it first-lap) that the back of a laptop can get very, very hot. So, it's important to make sure that its fan doesn't get obstructed with dust, which can happen when you place the laptop directly on top of a work surface.

The solution: Giving your laptop a boost with corks. They'll lift the back of the laptop so the fan can provide optimum ventilation. And, they're cheaper than the special "laptop feet" or stands found at computer stores.

Want more ideas for old wine corks? Check out...
Random Recast: Corks Day 2
Random Recast: Corks Day 1

 

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Source: http://www.diylife.com/2011/07/20/laptop-stand-made-from-corks/

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How to attach fiber optic filament to an LED

This is the first step in making a piece of dot-lit LED cloth. You will need .75mm optical fiber, clear vinyl hose (1/4" x .170"), high-bright IC RGB LEDs (a preassembled strand, or you could do this over the lens of any LED), and hot glue. Cut the hose into pieces about 1 - 1-1/2 inch long, flat...
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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-attach-fiber-optic-filament-to-an-LED/

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