Do It Yourself
It might start with a quick fix-it project. It might start with wanting to save money. It might start with an interest in crafting something on your own. It might start with a desire to buy fewer consumer goods as an environmental statement. It might start with a personal challenge to be more self-reliant.
No matter how it begins, the drive to Do It Yourself is an important one, and has positive effects for your wallet, your psyche, and the environment.
Here you'll find all our content on DIY living, including awesome projects, repair help, and musings on the topic. Dive in, get inspired, and start DIYing!
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Top 10 Tech Stories This Week: DIY Ethics and Empowerment, Open Source Robots, Amazing Solar Technology and More!
The hottest stories in Technology from the last week. Catch up quick!
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Hacked IKEA Restaurant Lets You Customize Your Dining Experience
Creatively modifying IKEA furniture is fun; what about designing a whole restaurant around hacked IKEA stuff?
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Reusable Tote Mimics "Thank You" Plastic Bag
Reusable bag only looks like you're being wasteful and using a plastic bag.
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How The DIY Electronics Trend Is Empowering People, Communities, Businesses
There's a reason for the maker mantra of "If you can't open it you don't own it." With that ability to open up a device comes a sense of empowerment that is useful for everyone.
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DIY Hardware Superstore Tindie is an Etsy for Gadget Geeks
If you like to build your own gadgets, or you need parts for projects you're working on, this Etsy-style store is the perfect hangout for you.
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The DIY Ethic and Modern Technology: Why taking ownership of your electronics is essential
Despite the prevalence of electronic devices, they've never seemed more untouchable to the average owner. But the DIY revolution is not about to let that continue.
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8 DIY Soap Recipes, From the Easy to Advanced
DIY soap making has experienced a major resurgence, and now it's a true art form with a cult following. The following recipes range from kid-friendly to hardcore.
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DIY Honey Bee Counter For Your Home's Hive
Curious about the rate at which your bees enter and exit the hive? Here's a great project that will get you some interesting data about bee activity.
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How to Make a Gorgeous Wooden Desk Fan and Heater
As the mercury rises, staying cool becomes a real challenge. Try making this gorgeous desk fan to keep your energy costs down.
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Make Your Own Tablet Stand from Used Cardboard (Video)
A simple, open source design makes for an easy DIY tablet stand, from any piece of cardboard.
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Survey: Do You Care About Repairability of the New Macbook Pro?
Some people like to be able to open up their computers and fix or upgrade them; others prefer it thinner and lighter.
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DIY Wearable Turn Signals for Cyclists Turn On When You Lift Your Arm
For safety's sake, check out this cool DIY project for making bright turn signal arm bands.
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Building Your Own Solar Power System
Looking for a big summer project? How about building your own solar power system for charging laptops, outdoor lights, and other electronics?
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How to Make a Simple Solar Spa Heater on Your Roof
For $60 worth of materials, you can make your own water heater on your roof, for your spa, shower or sink.
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How to Brew Your Own Beer in a Small Kitchen
Don't crush that desire to be a beer meister just because your work area isn't that big. Alex shows us how it's done.
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How to Make a Solar Water Heater from Water Bottles for $20
This DIY water heater uses simple materials and is great for camping.
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Worn Out Furniture Gets a Statement-Revamp by Brazilian Artists
Curitiba-based studio Fetiche created a set of chairs and tables that expose their imperfections as a statement against serial design.
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Howcast Launches Video Website, Shows You How To Do Anything
Howcast has reached 1 billion views since its start in 2008, and has now launched a website that teaches you how to do all sorts of stuff from fixing gadgets to saving gas.
