Posts tagged: fun
Get 'em while they're young at Make it Ruby
By DIY Maven
My heart leapt with joy this weekend when I heard about a new online magazine called Make it Ruby. The magazine/website features DIY projects and games that are targeted to the tween girl audience, a segment of the population that has been underrepresented, according to Make it Ruby's creators, in the online DIY tutorial world.
Make a Deep Thought....Bubble
By DIY Maven
LOVE this idea from ReadyMade: A deep thought chalk bubble. Think best in bed? Paint one above your headboard. How about while sitting on the toilet? Paint one above the tank. To create a deep thought bubble of your own, you'll need a few things. Here they are » READ MORE
How to Make Mummy-Dogs!
By DIY Maven
Mmmmummy-Dogs! Sure to be a Halloween hit, they take no special talent to make--just some hot dogs and store-bought breadstick dough, or specifically.... » READ MORE
How to Make Toilet Paper Origami
By DIY Maven
Toilet paper origami, also called 'toilegami', is practiced in upscale hotels. Basically, the cleaning staff folds the first piece of toilet paper on the roll into a shape. The most popular is the triangle fold, and it's a great way to greet your guests when they visit your bathroom. I do this so-simple -it-doesn't-really-need-instructions fold all the time. But now, thanks to Origami Resource, I'm going to step my toilet paper origami up a notch. From easiest to hardest, here are their T » READ MORE
Cocktail Chemistry Set
By DIY Maven
If you like to mix your cocktails with the precision of a mad scientist, then you need this Cocktail Chemistry Set. It includes a beaker, vials, a shaker and a lab-stand. You can find it at » READ MORE
State Fair Recipes!!
By DIY Maven
Today is the first day of the 2009 Minnesota State Fair. If you've never experienced a state fair, especially of the Midwest variety, you really haven't lived. Corn Dogs, Deep-Fried Oreos, Turkey Legs and anything you can think of that can be shoved on a stick...it's that time of year when people forget about cholesterol levels and caloric intake and PIG OUT! Since many of us can't make it to these festivals of food, here are some recipes to help you enjoy the state fair experience at home.
Star Wars AT-AT Loft Bed
By RuneshaiSince I'm a big nerd, I saw this and loved it right away. Not to mention the kid in the lalst picture is awesome and reminds me of... me. :D Enjoy.
Link: http://www.instructables.com/id/Star-Wars-AT-AT-Imperial-Walker-Loft-Bed/
How to make sidewalk chalk out of eggshells.
By DIY Maven
Okay, so sidewalk chalk isn't exactly the most expensive thing in the world, but why buy it when you can make it? And out of eggshells no less! (Mr. Wizard would be so proud.) The procedure is simple and the supplies are minimal to say the least. They include:
LEGO Candles!
By DIY Maven
Exclusively from A + R, these vivid, soy Building Brick Candles have a wick in every stud, and they'll make a LEGO fanatic's heart leap with joy, which may or may not make up for the $48 price tag.
3rd Ward’s Green Bikes Birthday Block Party
By 3rd Ward Brooklyn3rd Ward’s Green Bikes Birthday Block Party, May 3, 2 to 8 p, FREE admission & Colt 45
Good things come in threes. So for our 3rd Anniversary in Brooklyn, we announce Green Bikes! Starting in May, when you sign up for a 3rd Ward membership you get a free bike!
www.3rdward.com/greenbikes
To celebrate, we're throwing a massive block party right outside our door. We’ve taken over Stagg Street for a day filled with:
Live Music from The Wil » READ MORE
30 Ways to Celebrate The Vernal Equinox
By ModHomeEcTeacher
Image from Timeanddate.com
It's still a bit chilly here to consider all 30 of these fun and inexpensive ways to celebrate Spring, but you can bet that there is no going back now. It's here and I'm happy. Just reading these uplifting ideas makes me giddy. » READ MORE
Spice up your Profile Pics -- for Free
By DIY Maven
Profile pics. Grr. You want a good one, meaning one that doesn't make you look goofy. Of course, you don't want one that makes it look as if you're trying to audition for ANTM either. Both of these reasons are probably why I've stuck with Rosie the Riveter for the past 2 1/2 years. But, I digress. If you're looking for a fun change to those pictorial introductions, check out Fun Photo Box. Basically, you pick the photo effect of your choice, up » READ MORE
Fun Fantastical Furniture
By DaiquiriDiva
This site may have been posted here once before, but it's one of my favorites and worth checking out again. Straight Line Designs, based in Vancouver, Canada, designs and builds Alice-in-Wonderland-esque pieces that are both fun and functional.
Bookcases stack haphazardly, like a giant tossed them into the air. Cabinets with names like "Oops" and "Boom" appear to have had run-ins with things wild and wonderful. Others, like Joined at the Hip » READ MORE
Joe Oppedisano Live & Uncensored at 3rd Ward
By 3rd Ward BrooklynBalls Out
Joe Oppedisano: Uncensored
A lecture, an exhibition and an after party
Get a deeper look into the man who has successfully shocked and
appalled people, pulling on their heart and pant strings for years.
Acclaimed erotic photographer, Joe Oppedisano will reveal never before
seen work and will discuss his life story and newly released book
Uncensored, LIVE at 3rd Ward. Moderated by Chiun Kai Shih, this event
promises to blow your br » READ MORE
Make Homemade Conversational Heart Cookies
By DIY Maven
Most people find conversational hearts charming, but that chalky texture? Yeah, not so much. If you make these cookies, you can keep the conversation going while still enjoying a charming and sweet Valentine treat. It all starts with your favorite shortbread recipe. If you don’t have one, check this, this or thi » READ MORE
Friday Distraction: Virtual Lite Brite
By DIY Maven
MWT and his at-work homies occasionally suffer from something they call LOI, which stands for Loss of Interest. It seems to hit around 4:30 on Friday afternoons. If you're suffering from a case of the LOI's today, you might want to head on over to Hasbro's virtual Lite Brite page. Simply pick the peg of your choice and pop it into the desired hole. You can even print and share your creation with other victims of LOI.
Toilet Paper Gone Wild!
By DIY Maven
Who says you can’t find inspiration in a roll of toilet paper? Note that the tissue is pink as well. Since such ‘girly’ t.p. doesn’t appeal to everybody, the same idea against a more colorful background with a white and grey, blue, etcetera t.p. wave could look equally funky and fun as well.
(I've since lost the link to this pic, so my apologies to the originator. If anybody knows who that might be, please leave a comment!)
Curbly Recession Busters: Throwing a Popcorn Tasting Party
By DIY Maven
Last night we had a popcorn tasting. This came about because I was sampling recipes for take-alongs, which are in full bloom these days. As I was shaking my pot and minding the popper, I thought, what a cool idea for a party! Why? Well, popcorn is super cheap. I bought a 4 pound bag of kernels for about 3 bucks. Five pounds of un-popped popcorn makes....well, have you every seen the movie Real Genius? Okay, not that much, but still.
Anyhoo, t » READ MORE
A Few Treehouses
By lilybeeYou know what sucks about treehouses? That's right, absolutely NOTHING! From tacked on shacks made of old pallets to grandiose castles made of... money, and every Ewok-inspired leafy perch in between, treehouses are brilliant. They are very essence of summer and childhood distilled, with winter on the way and a milestone birthday just passed I could use some of both. So, here are a few particularly inspiring examples of what happens when trees and architecture get together and party... some of them considerably nicer than my apartment.
Wow » READ MORE
After Work Election Hoedown
By 3rd Ward BrooklynWatch the votes roll in and the Bushes roll out at 3rd Ward's After Work Election Hoedown!
After work on election day, from 6 pm till the country turns blue, come to 3rd Ward for live election coverage projected 10 ft. x 10 ft.
We'll have DJs, drinks, eats & "pork barrels" and Brooklyn Royalty will be LIVE screen-printing Obama t's.
Plus, compete to support your candidate and be awarded, 3rd Ward
style. We're looking for cheers, impersonato » READ MORE
