Woodworking

Crafting wood can be a complex and rewarding task, but often times beginners may find themselves frustrated with their results. But no matter where you are in your woodworking journey, there are always tips and tricks that can help you create something beautiful – without breaking the bank. We’re going to look at woodworking tips and tricks for makers of all skill levels so even if you feel like it’s too overwhelming to attempt your own project, we’ll provide some guidance so don’t give up just yet!

Weekend Watch: The Eclectic Projects of Andrew Setters

Weekend Watch: The Eclectic Projects of Andrew Setters

By Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn is a freelance writer and the former Editorial Director of Maker Media. He is the author or editor of over a dozen books on technology, DIY, and geek culture. He is currently a contributor to Boing Boing, Wink Books, and Wink Fun. His free weekly-ish maker tips newsletter can be found at garstipsandtools.com.

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A Cincinnati TV reporter who moonlights as a YouTube maker.

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Open World: South London Makerspace’s DIY Solutions for a Small Space

Open World: South London Makerspace’s DIY Solutions for a Small Space

Liam Grace-Flood

By Liam Grace-Flood

Liam Grace-Flood

An artist, engineer, and researcher, Liam makes all kinds of things, including public policy, fine art, electric motorcycles, and computational models. His passion for making is rivaled only by his dedication to ensuring other people have the resources they need to make, too. In that vein, as a 2017 Watson Fellow he's exploring how open workshops democratize and decentralize education, innovation, and industry to make better things, people, and communities.

You can find him at his website or on instagram

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South London Makerspace created their own air casters to make the most of their small space. They documented the process so you can do it too!

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Open World: Touring London’s Biggest Workshops

Open World: Touring London’s Biggest Workshops

Liam Grace-Flood

By Liam Grace-Flood

Liam Grace-Flood

An artist, engineer, and researcher, Liam makes all kinds of things, including public policy, fine art, electric motorcycles, and computational models. His passion for making is rivaled only by his dedication to ensuring other people have the resources they need to make, too. In that vein, as a 2017 Watson Fellow he's exploring how open workshops democratize and decentralize education, innovation, and industry to make better things, people, and communities.

You can find him at his website or on instagram

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Liam Grace-Flood begins his journey through London by visiting the city’s two largest makerspaces: Building BloQ and London Hackerspace.

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Hacking a Cello to Fit in a Backpack

Hacking a Cello to Fit in a Backpack

Christoph Klemke from Feline and Strange

By Christoph Klemke from Feline and Strange

Christoph Klemke from Feline and Strange

Feline and Strange consists of the multi-talented Feline Lang (opera and tango singer/ director, multimedia artist, vocalist and pianist) who has been described as ‘One of Germany´s most flamboyant ladies in the music-scene’ (Brigitte), and Christoph Klemke (punk drummer, sound designer, percussionist and orchestra cellist), the pair are conquering new grounds when it comes to musical orientation.

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Christoph Klemke, the cellist of Feline&Strange, has to travel by plane a lot, so he designed a cello that can fold into a small bag.

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