A play table is often a simple and quite useful solution for giving your kids some fun time. The next DIY project is not intricate and children will love it! The PVC pipe sand and water table doesn’t need that much and the assembly itself might prove a fun activity for adults as well. For the project to go smoothly, make sure you have these items: 3/4 inch PVC pipes, PVC pipe cutters, PVC glue, 10 T joints, 4 caps, 2 cross joints, 4 elbow joints with three pipe openings, 8 elbow joints, four 10 foot PVC pipes, some spray paint, 2 under-the-bed tubs. Follow the step-by-step tutorial on the link below . Maybe involve the kids in the building phase of the project, because they will definitely be there when it is finished. With all that sand thou, you might want to keep an eye on them during play time. Ready to build one?

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A DIY project that puts to good use wind energy. If you are interested in using renewable energy, this micro wind turbine could be quite effective for you. Even though it’s not large enough to power many things at once, it can still be used in order to see how wind energy works. Furthermore, you can build it as a mini charging station for portable electronics or small outdoor lighting accessories. Basically, you can use wind energy for practical purposes, and this video from ScienceTubeToday is providing all the necessary instructions.
When building the generator you have to use what is called a stepper motor (something a bit different than a standard DC electric motor), which can be scavenged from an old inkjet printer. This is considered to be a better choice, as opposed to using a DC electric motor as a generator, because it produces electricity at a very low speed, whereas a DC motor will require thousands of RPM.
Although the stand is made out of PVC pipe, a material that we cannot actually consider as being green, there is a probability that you already have some lying around to use for this. Repurpose old materials so that your projects are a little bit more eco-friendly.
The instructions presented in the video below are not narrated. However, the information is getting across quite effectively. If you can’t keep up with the pace, just pause it from time to time. Check it out below:

The model shown in the video uses an aircraft propeller, which you probably don’t own, but there are various alternatives for DIY turbine blades, so it’s not impossible for you to make one.

For more details on this and other DIY electricity and science projects, check out ScienceTubeToday.

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The geodesic dome as the portable coop might be also known – can be built by yourself, although the process might be more complex than your usual coop. In order to complete this DIY adventure watch the video tutorial from this article. The next video contains step by step instructions on how to build a 16 foot 2 Frequency Geodesic Dome using PVC Pipe, Zip Ties, and our unique Hub Locking system. Also, you can buy a 20 ft Geodesic Dome, easy to assemble shipped direct from Sunrise Domes! It’s your choice…more details in the next page…

If you have decided that you’re going to raise chickens in your yard the following year, then you’re going to need a lot of info to prepare in time. Raising chickens at home is not an easy work, as animals require constant care and attention. But don’t worry, as you can take it step by step and start with building the coop and maintaining it. If you’ve already found a great homemade coop project, then you can proceed to creating a watering station for your chicks. In the following we will show you 10 very clever chicken water station ideas, so you’ll never have to worry about your chicks being thirsty or drinking contaminated water from an unsafe source. The best thing each project has in common is their low price as each and every project below is based on recycled and cheap materials, so you won’t have to spend a fortune building the watering station.

1. PVC Chicken Waterer

Step 1: Supplies needed

Here is a list of supplies that you will need for this project.

4 BeakTime Watering Cups (purchased through BeakTime.com)
2 foot piece of 1/2 inch PVC pipe
2 foot piece of 2 inch PVC pipe
3 inch piece of 3 inch PVC pipe (I had extra in my scrap pieces from previous projects)
4″ X 3″ PVC coupling
3″ X 2″ PVC coupling
4 – 1/2″ adapters (male end threaded)
2 – 1/2″ threaded caps
2 – 2″ cleanout drain plug adapter
2″ cleanout drain plug (threaded)
2″ trap adapter fitting
2″ 90 degree Cross Tee
2 – 2″ X 1/2″ Bushing
Pipe Joint Compound
PVC Cement
3 gallon or 5 gallon water jug (I chose a 3 gallon)
3 foot 2×6 lumber (I just used some scrap pieces I had)

Total cost of project is around $55.

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Many homemade projects involve the same old materials. After a year or so of making DIY stuff, repurposing wooden benches, beds or soda cans can begin to look a bit uncreative. Searching for ingenious materials may prove tricky. That’s why we suggest you give another chance to the plain PVC pipe.  Browse through the ideas provided and create away!

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Raising chickens is not an exclusive thing for farmers, anymore. With a lot of people deciding to have their own food home-grown, the choice for having a small chicken farm is the most cost-effective. The chicken coop is something you should take time to consider because this part will be one of the most important things you must take care in your chicken growing adventure. The other important aspect is feeding your chickens; that’s where a feeder comes in handy. One such device might cost you quite a bit if acquired from the specialized store, so you might want to opt for the DIY version. In the following project, a few PVC pipes and some PVC caps were used to build a working chicken feeder. Its capacity is 10 lbs. and will prove quite useful. Follow the detailed instructions in order to make a DIY chicken feeder out of PVC. The project will prove simple and much cheaper than other solutions. Good luck on your work!

Here’s an example of PVC Chicken Feeder featured by “Preparing Of Shft” Team.

Parts List:
1 – 4″ PVC Cap
1 – 3″ PVC Cap
1 – 2″ PVC pipe 2 foot length (only ended up needing less than 5 inches)
1 – 4″ PVC pipe 2 foot Length
1 – 4″ PVC 3-way Sanitary Tee
1 – 4″ Clean Out Plug
1 – 4″ PVC DWV Street Spigot x FIPT Female Adapter
1 – 2″ PVC DWV Hub x MIPT Male Adapter

Tools Needed:
Drill
2 – 1/8″ hole saw
PVC Cement
Hack Saw
Dremel tool or file

All instructions are in the link below…

DIY PVC Chicken Feeder – by Preparing Of Shaft

How to make 3 different Chicken Feeders with PVC

Furniture can be expensive, especially if you want a beautiful designed and environment friendly piece. Most commonly, stores will charge you extra for creative projects, but if you have the time and are a bit comfortable with making things on your own, try this awesome DIY toddler chairs out of PVC pipes. Normally, you wouldn’t think of PVC pipes as perfect items to fashion something like a seat, but if you see the final result, your curiosity will be aroused for sure. A nice paint job and some fabric will turn what would be an ordinary material into useful little building blocks for a chair. Making a couple of these chairs will definitely add a nice touch to the décor of your room. Find (in the link below) the entire list of materials required for the DIY project and what directions are needed in order to make a lovely toddler chair out of PVC pipes. Remember you’ll be doing the Environment a favor as well if you choose this DIY project.

Also:

• PVC Pipes Drying Rack Plans
• Build a Ball Pit For Your Kids made out of PVC Pipe

DIY Toddler Chairs Instructions by Que Linda Crafts