Tag Archives: DIY

Assembling the PC that will become a Mac

Posted on December 23, 2012 by Joe_Williams

Originally, I thought I would painstakingly and carefully document the construction of this small PC and this post would be a visual guide to newbies such as myself. That did not happen. The obsession with the process and eagerness to … Continue reading →

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Simple Tote Bag

Posted on December 14, 2012 by Tina Garceau

This is a simple tote bag I made with fabric from Denyse Schmidt’s Flea Market Fancy Collection. It measures 15 1/2″ x 17 1/2″, with an inside pocket and generously long straps to allow for bulky winter coat sleeves. This … Continue reading →

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Fold Up Pencil Case

Posted on December 5, 2012 by Tina Garceau

This is another pencil pouch I cooked up, unlike the last one I made that rolled up, this one folds flat. I used plastic canvas to add some stability for when it’s tossed into a bag. Folded up, it measures … Continue reading →

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Making the Pinball Machine Costume

Posted on November 2, 2012 by Tina Garceau

It has become our tradition of sorts to make costumes that light up and have a coin-operated or vending machine theme. In years past, we have made a a candy machine, a jukebox and a fortune teller. This Halloween was … Continue reading →

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Pinball Wizard

Posted on October 31, 2012 by Tina Garceau

This year’s exploration of coin operated machinery – a bowling themed pinball machine. Happy Halloween everyone!!!

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Homemade Laundry Detergent

Posted on September 19, 2012 by Tina Garceau

I’ve been making my own laundry detergent for a couple of years now. I found the recipe for it on Modcottage – a site that sadly rode off into the sunset – so I thought I’d share. Making your own … Continue reading →

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Long Distance From Mars

Posted on August 22, 2012 by Tina Garceau

I had a balsa wood box lying around in my studio decided to decorate the lid with this image of what I like to call “Spock and Madonna’s love child”.

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