The Do-it-Yourself Thread: A Home for Handymen and Artisans - General

who was that guy making leather products here? I'm looking for a silent key sheath

So, I know food isn't exactly DIY, but I made some dumplings today. From scratch. For six hours. [t]http://i.imgur.com/d11pnq0.jpg[/t]

How I made a ring out of a coin Repost from the creationism corner because it probably fits better here [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=agmkcSDm_1k[/media]

I've been getting back to my fractal work after a long time off. Still on simple colouring algorithms because I've found they tend to look the most impressive. [t]https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-ovNJrQ-noeA/VB5ctBTk-nI/AAAAAAAACcI/E7Al9M4f-20/s1086-no/fractal4_small.png[/t] I also had this other one printed onto 8x8" brushed aluminium as a test for a larger piece I am working on (20"x60"). The way that the brushed metal catches light causes the surface to illuminate in an incredible way that adds so much to the look of it, so I'm excited to get something incredible ready for the big one. [t]https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/62766551/IMG_20140919_142044.jpg[/t]

How do you make fractals? Is there a program for it or something?

[QUOTE=~ZOMG;46037985]How do you make fractals? Is there a program for it or something?[/QUOTE] I wrote my own program to render these ones, but there's a bunch of more complex ones out there that do much more complex stuff. I don't really like using the existing programs though because they lack the heart and soul of making this stuff from scratch.

Like a sculptor that prefers to make his own tools. Good work, dude.

[QUOTE=HiddenMyst;46037949] [t]https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/62766551/IMG_20140919_142044.jpg[/t][/QUOTE] I love this one, it looks super awesome. Great work man, you should really keep doing this!

So i finished the guitar i have been building over the summer. Super happy with the result! Can't wait to start another build! [IMG]http://i.imgur.com/TexssYAl.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i.imgur.com/A25DAWAl.jpg[/IMG]

That's shit hot! Really awesome work. Made any before?

Thanks a lot! Nope it's the first time doing anything like this

So I got a motor the other day, looks like it's a treadmill motor. [thumb]http://i.imgur.com/LlDEcT6.jpg[/thumb] It wants 90V 20A Supposedly 4000rpm 3 H.P. Weighs a ton Any ideas on what to use it for?

home made grind wheel.

Put a fan on it and stay cool 4 days [editline]26th September 2014[/editline] Or attach one of these: [url]http://www.screwfix.com/p/flexible-drive-shaft-915mm/31843[/url]

If I find a suitable power source, do you think it might be useful for powering a small go kart?

So I want to try electrolysis part cleaning...but I need something to try it on. It looks amazingly fun and satisfying. Come to think of it I want a parts washer, sand blasting cabinet and ultrasonic jewelry cleaner as well...if anyone feels like buying me all of those (or only one if you're a cheapass) I'd appreciate it. I think it'd be awesome to restore an old piece of machinery, like a jointer or drill press. Also, don't you hate when your working on something and realize somewhere, somehow, you managed to slice yourself good and didn't notice till you washed all the grime away? Got to love making.

Anyone know where I can get a fairly high pressure safety release valve? Around 300psi would be good - all I can seem to find is about 10 bar which is no use.

I decided to try to do some simple fixes after I found my dad's old soldering iron and gun. I took apart a busted PSP3000 charger and found that one of the wires snapped in half on the inside of the case. A quick snip and resoldering brought the charger back to life. I did the same with hairdryer that had a cut in the cord. There's some really old but decent speakers I have that have faulty wires, and I bet I can fix those up too. It's amazing how much you can fix with some simple wire splicing and solder.

[QUOTE=chaz13;46082324]Anyone know where I can get a fairly high pressure safety release valve? Around 300psi would be good - all I can seem to find is about 10 bar which is no use.[/QUOTE] Maybe try a 150psi regulator before the 10 bar release? What are you trying to do?

Made a couple of clutches out of leather today when I was bored, probably not your guys thing but what'd you think? :v: Any ideas on any other random pieces I could make? [IMG]http://i62.tinypic.com/2wmgyhj.jpg[/IMG] I really need to get an actual camera rather than my phone...

Hello everyone! I'm trying to make a custom patina for a copper project, and I'm concerned about the chemicals I wish to combine. I read a guide that involved putting the copper plate in a shallow pool of bleach, and then sprinkling (or dripping) these various chemicals over the plate: Nitric Acid, Citric Acid, Ferric Chloride, Phosphoric Acid, and Vinegar. The guide mentioned that some toxic fumes would be emitted, and that I should do this outside. (which I will do) However, I don't have the time or patience to get all these various chemicals. So now I am wondering if it is safe to use these household chemicals over the bleach instead: PCB Etching Solution (For the Ferric Chloride), Vinegar, Urine (for shits, giggles, and Uric acid), and Fertilizer (I'm pretty sure this has Phosphoric acid, Nitric acid and Ammonia) I will definitely be doing this outside and not standing or breathing near the solution. Does anyone think this is a bad idea? any metalsmithing chemists here?

If you're trying to make copper green, just pee on it. Seriously - works every time. [editline]5th October 2014[/editline] [QUOTE=Bread Dog;46150457]Made a couple of clutches out of leather today when I was bored, probably not your guys thing but what'd you think? :v: Any ideas on any other random pieces I could make? [IMG]http://i62.tinypic.com/2wmgyhj.jpg[/IMG] I really need to get an actual camera rather than my phone...[/QUOTE] Guitar straps? Bolo ties? hammer holders? Tool bags?

You could find some local smiths and maybe become a leather supplier for them, a lot of us use leather wraps for grips, belts, armor etc.

[QUOTE=Atta|To|End;46151103]Hello everyone! I'm trying to make a custom patina for a copper project, and I'm concerned about the chemicals I wish to combine. I read a guide that involved putting the copper plate in a shallow pool of bleach, and then sprinkling (or dripping) these various chemicals over the plate: Nitric Acid, Citric Acid, Ferric Chloride, Phosphoric Acid, and Vinegar. The guide mentioned that some toxic fumes would be emitted, and that I should do this outside. (which I will do) However, I don't have the time or patience to get all these various chemicals. So now I am wondering if it is safe to use these household chemicals over the bleach instead: PCB Etching Solution (For the Ferric Chloride), Vinegar, Urine (for shits, giggles, and Uric acid), and Fertilizer (I'm pretty sure this has Phosphoric acid, Nitric acid and Ammonia) I will definitely be doing this outside and not standing or breathing near the solution. Does anyone think this is a bad idea? any metalsmithing chemists here?[/QUOTE] Frank Lloyd Wright used a solution made from the urine of the workmen to age the copper on the Price Tower during construction. I'd say your stuff would probably work fine.

[QUOTE=Bread Dog;46150457]Made a couple of clutches out of leather today when I was bored, probably not your guys thing but what'd you think? :v: Any ideas on any other random pieces I could make? [IMG]http://i62.tinypic.com/2wmgyhj.jpg[/IMG] I really need to get an actual camera rather than my phone...[/QUOTE] Archery quiver? :v (that's probably quite a big job...) An axe sheath that isn't total balls? Sunglasses case?

Silent key sheaths

What is a good material to make a desk out of?

[QUOTE=Falkok15;46161247]What is a good material to make a desk out of?[/QUOTE] Wood.

[QUOTE=Falkok15;46161247]What is a good material to make a desk out of?[/QUOTE] [QUOTE=woolio1;46161388]Wood.[/QUOTE] Pallets are free just need a good sanding and some polyurethane and BAM! a nice desk for ~30-50$

[QUOTE=Falkok15;46161247]What is a good material to make a desk out of?[/QUOTE] Concrete.