Posts tagged: machine
Peacock Trends, Ideal Fridge Temps & Going Green by Redesigning
By TheHomeToday's weekly roundup from TheHome.com features bold new trends and practical advice. What's the best temp to keep the fridge at? Did you know you actually need to "wash" the washing machine?
Hot Trend: Peacock Feathers
August 28, 2008
For high glamour with an element of natural beauty, peacock designs are
impeccable. A wave of peacock motifs has washed through the home
accessories market recently in both ...
Gumball Machine Fish Bowl
By DecoratorGirlA few months ago, I was online and came across a gumball machine that was turned into a fish bowl. It was one of the most creative ideas I had seen in a long time, and I set out to try to figure out how to make one. Come to find out, it's one of the simplest diy projects I've ever done!
Click here to see the full diy instructions at Addicted 2 Decorating.
A couple cool things I spotted inside a Japanese recycling center
By Doug Aamoth
Just got back from Japan on a tour with Panasonic to see some of the company's eco-friendly initiatives. While inside one of their recycling plants, I spotted this cool table made from a washing machine drum. This particular recycling plant handles home appliances like refrigerators, washers, dryers, air conditioners, and television sets. They're able to recycle more than half of the materials in each appliance back into new appliances. This ta » READ MORE
Goodwill Hunting: Ten DIY Recyclables You Should Never Pass Up
By ModHomeEcTeacher
The thrill of the hunt quickly goes south when you realize the plaid Herculon sofa you snagged for $15.99 will set you back at least $500.00 to reupholster, not including the twenty some yards of fabric you have to buy. Impulsiveness is part of the buzz, but if you're a thrift shopper who is seriously shopping for recyclable materials, you need a plan. You'll save time as well as money if you know what you're looking for, within general guild » READ MORE
How to do a Blind Hem Stitch on your Sewing Machine
By threadbangerThis is the go-to hem for anything more formal where you don't want to be able to see a line of stitching on the bottom. It is called a blind hem for obvious reasons -- you can't see the hem! Amazing! And professional! To do this, you need to have a blind hem foot for your sewing machine. Thanks to the Diana Rupp of Make Workshop! Check out her book Sew Everything Workshop! To see this tutorial in live action, check out the Threadheads vid » READ MORE
Sewing machine Wahoo!
By DanceCakesI am wanting to start sewing handbags.
I have not yet owned a sewing machine and am ready to invest in a used one. But! Before I do, does anyone have advice as of what I need?
The materials I plan on using are clothing fabrics and the thickest material I'll probably use is canvas duck fabric.
I appreciate the love and help!
How to Make a Rain Machine
By indymogulHow do you add instant drama to your scenes? Rain and sappy music of course. Using some wood, rope and a garden hose Erik shows you how to make a "Hollywood rain machine" for less then $50 bucks. Be sure to send in your Indie Filmmaking projects to Indy Mogul, and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes!
How to make a rain machine
by Erik Beck
Hey everyone and welcome to the technical blog for Episode#13 (rain machine). All you people who wanted a » READ MORE
Spring Cleaning Time!
By badbadivyIt's March and in my household that means it's SPRING CLEANING time! Spring cleaning can be tackled in many different ways. It all depends on what sort of person you are. I'm the type of person that likes to dash around my house and clean it all in one day. Others like to tackle one room at a time, or clean for a certain period of time. Whatever you do, make a plan and stick with it! There's nothing worse than having a bunch of half-finished proj » READ MORE
Eww.... how do I hide a fax machine?
By NewEnglandSchoolmarm
(Ignore the Justin Timberlake CD, please). I guess I can drape some kind of fabric over it, build some kind of hutch around it, or just put it in its box and never look at it again. But honestly, I don't want to just throw some sheet over it, I'm no good with a hammer, and it's just not practical to put it back in its box (I use it fairly often).
I'm looking for an ingenious idea.. and where else can I get ingenious ideas if I can't get them here?
Cigarette Machines - An art revival
By VintageSwankAfter acquiring a great piece of mid-century modern machinery, the quest began to decide what to do with it. This great vintage cigarette machine is probably passé in the eyes of many, but the pure art of it was something that couldn't be passed up.
In our search to see what the best option for this piece would be we stumbled upon this great project. It’s called Art-o-Mat. Art-o-mat machines are retired cigarette vending machines that have » READ MORE
