Name the Thing Contest - 175

post from Hacked Gadgets - DIY Tech Blog on 11 June 2011 11:15:28 PM. © Hacked Gadgets - DIY Tech Blog

The prize this week is a mini tripod to help you get some great pictures of your next project. This contest will run for one week (June 11 - 17, 2011). Ending time is based on central standard time. To enter, identify the item pictured above.Please do not give the answer in the comments.Send an [...]

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Wi-Fi RC Car controlled by Android Phone

post from Hacked Gadgets - DIY Tech Blog on 11 June 2011 10:51:08 PM. © Hacked Gadgets - DIY Tech Blog

RC cars are tons of fun but driving a RC car using your Android Phone would be even better! Antoine Monmarché used an OpenPicus module mounted in the car to get the job done. There is documentation and source code available here.“The RC car (battery powered) is completely controlled by Flyport. The module [...]

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How to Make a Tom Collins Cocktail

post from How to of the Day on 11 June 2011 10:00:00 PM. © How to of the Day

A well made Tom Collins will cool the soul on a scorching day. It is a classic drink which can be from gin or even vodka (when made with vodka, it is known as a Vodka Collins). This recipe uses the traditional gin.

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Fridge Door Won't Close Check Out This Tip

post from DIY Life on 11 June 2011 06:33:36 PM. © DIY Life

Filed under: Kitchen & BathWhat did I do when I discovered that my fridge door wouldn't stay closed? I called upon my handy readers for help. I found a solution that worked and didn't cost me anything. Flickr user emsef, who has my dream fridgeLast week, I discovered that my fridge door wouldn't stay closed. I cleaned everything out, wiped down the gaskets and still, the fridge door would pop right open. I'd come home to find condensation all over the interior shelves and a puddle of[...]

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A New Take on a Wedding Guestbook

post from DIY Life on 11 June 2011 06:33:36 PM. © DIY Life

Filed under: Crafts & Celebrations Take the stodginess out of your wedding guestbook (or add a creative spin to your reception) with this fab idea spotted at Kate Spade's St. Louis store. Kate Spade Kate Spade has some of the most creative store displays ever, most using simple materials to make a lovely statement. And this display, commemorating the brand's collaboration with stationery designer Cheree Berry, is no exception. Here, a bunch of pretty multi-colored envelopes were hung[...]

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