DIY

April 7, 2014

Impressive Multi-Deck Raft Features a Fully-Functional Sauna

In 2012, a group of friends in Joensuu, Finland built a not-so-ordinary raft. The eclectic-looking boat has some unexpected amenities, one of which is a fully-functional sauna. It's the product of a DIY project that's known in Finnish as a Saunalautta, and it is an ingenious way to spend a day on the water.

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December 18, 2012

Dazzling Christmas Lights On a Spinning Ceiling Fan

Yesterday, Redditor CycleNinja blew people away when he posted these images that show what happens when you attach Christmas lights to a spinning ceiling fan. Of course, these are not your traditional Christmas lights, they're battery powered LEDs that were in one of their “blinking pattern modes.” When asked by a fellow Redditor if he could share pictures of the set-up, CycleNinja replied that he didn't have access to them, at that time.

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September 5, 2012

How Pinterest Fuels Design Inspiration

This post is brought to you by the Volvo Joyride Pinterest contest. Learn more at pinterest.com/volvocarsus/volvo-joyride/ or visit @VolvoCarsUS on Twitter. With over 17.3 million active users (according to AppData), Pinterest is a powerhouse. It was recently reported from RJ Metrics, that most pinboards are categorized under Home, followed by Arts and Crafts, Style/Fashion, Food and Inspiration/Education.

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December 22, 2011

Holiday Star Wars Snowflakes

Yoda If you still need to put up some last minute Christmas decorations, consider these whimsical homemade snowflakes featuring some of your favorite characters from the Star Wars universe. From C-3PO, R2-D2, Vader, Yoda, and many more, you'll be sure to at least get a laugh out of your guests this holiday season. And, if your favorite character isn't shown here, try and figure out how to make it.

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