Camping is all about packing light and minimizing bulk. When it comes to cooking, it doesn't get much simpler than a lightweight stove made from an aluminum can and a bottle of alcohol.

As a special bonus, [ElectroIntellect] brews up some hobo coffee on the stove using an old (clean) sock, and prepares a can of chili in under an hour with candle power. Too much hardware for you?

So if you need a snow day activity, consider preparing for whatever may come to pass by building yourself a complete hobo stove system out of empty cans.

Transforming an old gas cylinder into a multi-function electric stove is a creative and sustainable DIY project. With basic tools and skills, you can repurpose a discarded cylinder into a modern ...

Craft a compact and efficient wood-burning "Hobo Stove" from a discarded tin can (or two).

Put all of your old tough denim to good new use with these 15 repurposing projects. Most require some knowledge of sewing.