Hobby & Do It Yourself 2025, January

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Once solidified, the concrete can be too hard and smooth to apply paint or sealant directly. An acid treatment will open pores in the surface, preparing it for painting. The surface can also be roughened by hand, with a grinding wheel, but with acid you will have less effort.

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Oobleck is a substance that has interesting physical properties and is easy to make. It is in fact an example of a non-Newtonian fluid. Many commonly used liquids, such as water and alcohol, have a constant viscosity, but the oobleck can be fluid when you hold it without squeezing it, and then react like a solid if hit hard.

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According to Robert Frost, good fences mean good neighborhood. The fences maintain privacy and tranquility between neighbors, and are also good for keeping children and animals inside the courtyard and keeping unwanted guests out. You can significantly reduce expenses by learning to plan the job and mounting the posts and panels yourself.

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Hula hoop is a fun game as well as being a great cardiovascular exercise. In fact, it helps burn up to 200 calories in 30 minutes of exercise. Hula hoops found in stores can be too big or too small, too light or too heavy for your personal preferences.

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Wooden stairs look best when painted. The paint also decreases the daily wear of the steps and riser. Painting a staircase takes a weekend of work and a lot of attention to detail. Steps Part 1 of 3: The preparation Step 1. Remove the carpet or carpet Grab a corner of the carpet with the tongs.

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Playing with slime is a lot of fun. Although the most common instructions for making it require the use of glue and borax, there are other ways to do it without using these substances. In some cases, simple substances such as dish soap and corn starch are used.

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When you have to buy a refrigerator, you may think that it is enough to find a model that fits perfectly into the compartment intended for it. However, there are other factors you need to consider; For example, you must make sure that there is enough space to allow the hinges to rotate and open the door, that the door itself does not hit other elements of the kitchen and even to be able to pass the appliance between the doors of the house.

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With the right tools, you can make a custom engraving on a leather bracelet yourself. Use embossing molds to create simple patterns, or make more elaborate stencils or freehand drawings. Steps Method 1 of 2: Printed Patterns Step 1.

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Handmade printed circuit boards (PCBs) are often used in the fields of robotics and electronics. Here are the basic steps for building a printed circuit board. Steps Step 1. Design your circuit Use design software (such as CAD) to draw your circuit.

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The word "collage" means "figurative art process that uses fragments and cuttings of different materials, composing them on a plane" (from Treccani, The vocabulary of the Italian language). This artistic set of images is a good way to display a set of photographs, to describe a topic, to recycle some material, to decorate a wall and to create a handmade gift.

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A garden shed can be used to shelter tools and other items from bad weather. The roof and walls of the shed should be constructed of wood that is naturally water resistant. Usually the small huts are placed on a concrete base. Follow these steps to learn how to build one.

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If you are planning an excursion or want to go camping, it is important to remember to protect yourself from mosquitoes. In addition to causing various itching and discomfort, mosquito bites can also transmit life-threatening infections and diseases.

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There are various techniques that can be used to texturize a plasterboard wall. Most require the use of hopper guns, large paint brushes, special brushes or rollers. It is also possible to use special compounds, such as sealant putty. This article will list some different methods for texturing plasterboard, each of which will require the use of slightly different tools.

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Making nails with duct tape is a very simple and fun project for kids. Plus, since you can easily apply nail polish to duct tape, it's perfect for adults who want to quickly try out different types of nail art before choosing the final one. Steps Part 1 of 2:

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Making your own insoles yourself allows you to save and recycle disused objects, such as an old gym mat or cardboard, not to mention that it allows you to vary the size to adapt them to the shape of your foot. Replacing them at regular intervals keeps the inside of the shoe drier and increases the longevity of the shoes themselves!

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Taking care of cast iron is essential to best preserve this type of material. To season cast iron pans, you need to treat them with oil or other cooking fat and reheat them in the oven. This process protects the pots and makes them easier to clean.

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When worked with fine yarn, this pattern will give an elegant and light scarf that stands out well against a contrasting shirt. With thicker yarn, the scarf feels cozier and is a faster, beginner-friendly project. The design fits all lengths and widths and makes a great gift.

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Brass knuckles, also called "iron fists", are small arms used in martial arts. While they are not immediately lethal like other offensive tools, they are still very dangerous and must be used responsibly. If you have the right tools, you can even build one at home.

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Making your own earrings is a perfect way to add color to your jewelry box or create a special gift for a close friend. To make your own earrings, you need very few items that you can find in a DIY store and the desire to express your creativity.

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Tracing paper is useful for drawing, sewing, crafting, and planning. If you find yourself not having tracing paper on hand when you need it, try making it yourself starting with some simple ingredients that you will find in the kitchen or in the cupboard.

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Bricks have always been used to build walls, but they can also become decorative elements. Historically, bricks are made from clay and baked in an oven. But that's not the only way to make bricks: another technique, popular with DIY enthusiasts, involves the use of concrete.

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Do you want to become an expert archer but don't have the financial means to buy or rent a good set of bow and arrow? Here are the instructions to build them yourself! Steps Method 1 of 4: Collect and Prepare the Material Step 1.

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Make your next beach party truly amazing by building an arched entrance under which your guests can pass. Although it may seem complicated, the project is very easy and not expensive at all. Steps Part 1 of 3: Assessing the Needs of the Party Step 1.

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For centuries, blacksmiths have been heating metals and hammering them to create objects. Wood, coal, or bituminous coal is used to heat the forge. For a modern-day hobbyist, a simple brazier and bellows are sufficient to reach adequate temperatures to create small objects.

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DIY home tweaks can be cheap and fun, but implementing some projects can be more intimidating than others. This category includes, for example, the construction of stairs. However, once you have mastered the basics of measurement, it won't be a difficult undertaking.

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The dried orange peel can be used in many ways, for example to prepare infused oils or potpourri, enrich a dish, a dessert or create homemade gifts. Drying orange peels is quite easy and can be done in the oven or at room temperature, depending on how much time you have.

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Unicorn lovers of all ages can have their own horn with very few skills. Kids can easily make a unicorn horn out of cardstock, while teens and adults can make one out of fabric or clay. Clay can be used to make costume horns but also for jewelry.

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Rivets are fasteners that serve to secure materials together, from racing cars to cruise ships. They are light, fast and easy to install. A rivet consists of two parts, a pin and a head inserted into a hole made with a drill. The riveter pushes the pin and head together, snapping it into place.

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Liquid and foamy hand soaps are easy to use and definitely more hygienic than blocks. In addition to keeping the proliferation of bacteria under control, they prevent various dermatological diseases. However, commercially available products can be expensive and harmful to the environment.

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People dye bricks for several reasons: to make a repair blend aesthetically with the rest of the wall, to match the surrounding decor, or just to make a nice color change. Unlike ordinary paint, the dye penetrates into the brick and binds, altering its tone irreversibly, while allowing the material to breathe.

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Casting jewelry is a process that involves casting a liquid metal alloy into a mold. This method is often called "lost wax", because the mold is created with wax which later melts and is eliminated to leave an empty chamber in the center of the mold.

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Do you have a staple stapler and are unable to unlock it today that your boss has ordered you to do a job that that stapler is absolutely necessary for? Don't panic or you'll never get the job done. Take it easy. Read this article and learn how to unlock the stapler.

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Jewelery, as well as costume jewelery, can be expensive. Learning how to make jewelry by hand doesn't just mean getting beautiful pieces at a lower cost, it also means you can coordinate perfectly in style with your personal taste. Once you have mastered the basic techniques, you can combine them to make unique necklaces, bracelets, earrings and many other things.

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The term enamel paint refers to a wide variety of products for painting (paints, enamels and paints for both interiors and exteriors) which, once dry, are able to generate a hard and resistant finish over time (both glossy and matte). These types of paint are an excellent choice for decorating outdoor structures or areas exposed to large amounts of water, such as a gazebo, patio furniture, home window frames or outdoor staircases.

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Would you like to personalize a gift in a nice way? Have you ever thought of making a simple, cute and original all-round bag? Here's how to build a practical and imaginative fabric bag in just a few steps. Steps Method 1 of 2: Method 1:

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The art of painting wooden objects has been practiced for hundreds of years. Once upon a time mainly metal objects were decorated and this is why the art is still called "tole painting" (derived from the regional term "tolla"

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The castral motts are one of the earliest historical forms of castle; they originated after the Norman conquest of England in the 11th century and quickly spread throughout Europe. The main feature of this type of castle is the presence of a fort built on the top of a small hill or mound of earth (the motta) and a lower, fenced and circular courtyard (the bailey).

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It is possible to cut concrete according to different specifications than the standard ones. You are confidently able to cut any concrete with a thickness even greater than 10 cm, even if it requires more demanding work. This article tells you how to cut concrete for sidewalks, terraces, basement walls and house slabs that are normally no thicker than 6 inches.

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If you need livestock to stay within a well-defined space or wild animals not to enter your property, then an electric fence could be a viable solution. It is effective, non-bloody and allows you to close a garden or pasture; it is also not difficult to build and maintain in perfect condition.

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Do you want a fun project to do at home, alone or with the children? Building a hovercraft is easy and inexpensive, and the finished product is a lot of fun to use! Read the instructions below to learn how to make a great hovercraft using commonly used tools.