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I don’t know who first coined the phrase, “Steal and Be Stolen From” but I think it is a cousin of, “Nothing is Ever Truly Original.” Some how, “Emulation is a form a flattery” would seem to fit in with the pair as well. Here are some sites to get your creative mojo going. So feel free to steal and be stolen by creating something new or old that is not truly ever original, so some else out there can emulate you and flatter your ego at the same time.

http://www.makezine.com – A webzine of uber geekness that covers interesting back-yard and garage technology projects.

http://u-handbag.typepad.com – For those with some sewing and craft skills, this site is great for those interested in making there own handbags. I say it’s far more chic then those fake designer bags you can buy off the streets in any major metropolitan black market.

http://www.instructables.com – If you like steps, then this site has the details your looking for. All the tutorials are outlined in easy to follow steps, so really the only excuse you would have for not being able to make something is your ability to read and follow instructions

http://www.curbly.com – Curbly is kind of like Martha Stewart meets modernism. It’s a community site that is about sharing tips for home improvement and design ideas. If nothing else it just pretty to look at.

http://www.opensourcefood.com – For those who know there way around the kitchen this is a great place to add your knowledge. Sharing what you know in the kitchen will help those who are food challenge to improve their skills. Personally for anyone who want to impress a date, it’s a must have skillset. Why else do you cook? The site just started and seems to have a asian demographic but it’s a great idea, one that I wish I thought of this myself.

http://www.diyhappy.com A little blog on Do-It-Yourself projects covering electronics, software and hardware. For the Geeky Dad at heart.

http://www.tutorials20.com What about those who are not good with their hands, and rather spend time making something virtual. You should stop by here and pickup some how-to’s and pad your graphic and cg skills. Who doesn’t want to make a better picture?

http://readymademag.com A bi-monthly magazine with a blog to boot.