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Trash Can Composter
I like to pick things out of trash cans and reuse castaway items. Here, I repurpose the trash can itself to facilitate recycling organic waste into beneficial compost.
In 123 from MAKE: 31: Punk Science page 155

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Laminar Flow Water Fountain
Make a cheap, high-tech nozzle to eliminate turbulence and create incredible water effects.
In Projects from MAKE: 32: Design for Makers page 124

Composting Toilets Made Easy
Poop in a bucket, save the Earth.
In Heirloom Technology from MAKE: 32: Design for Makers page 139

Levi ben Gershon and the Jacob's Staff
Build the clever instrument that told sailors their latitude for 200 years.
In Remaking History from MAKE: 32: Design for Makers page 142

Lord Kelvin's Thunderstorm
Create high-voltage sparks using nothing more than falling water as the source of energy.
From MAKE: 31: Punk Science page 45

Rocket Glider
The classic toy, remade. This folding wing glider rockets up ... then glides back down!
From MAKE: 31: Punk Science page 88

World's Cheapest Monopod
Most people are familiar with tripods. They have three legs and are great for setting up at a location and taking photos from that one spot. Monopods, on the other hand, have only one leg, so they can be quickly moved from place to place.
In 123 from MAKE: 31: Punk Science page 111

Stain PVC Any Color
PVC pipe is great, but it's kinda ugly – it only comes in white, gray, sometimes black, and clear. Learn how to stain it any color you'd like!
In 123 from MAKE: 30: Smarter Homes page 117

The Oliver: A Leg-Powered Hammer
Build the treadle hammer that helped build medieval Europe.
In Remaking History from MAKE: 30: Smarter Homes page 170

Tacit: A Haptic Wrist Rangefinder
This ultrasonic “bat glove” lets you feel things at a distance.
From MAKE: 29: DIY Superhuman page 78

High-Pressure Foam Rocket
Make a high-flying air rocket with some foam and a few household items.
In 123 from MAKE: 29: DIY Superhuman page 123

Hovercraft Shop Vac

In DIY: Workshop from MAKE: 29: DIY Superhuman page 138

iStand
Build a sturdy, multi-position iPad stand for cheap.
In DIY: Home from MAKE: 29: DIY Superhuman page 140

Paper Clip Record Player
Got a turntable that still turns? Got an old vinyl record? Make this pocket player in a few minutes for less than a penny.
In 123 from MAKE: 29: DIY Superhuman page 155

The Tuning Fork
Build the 18th-century tool that replaced faulty pitch pipes.
In Remaking History from MAKE: 29: DIY Superhuman page 172

Mini Foosball Game
With just a few straws, paper clips, and a common 3-bag microwave popcorn box, you can quickly put together your own Sneaky Mini Foosball Game.
In 123 from MAKE: 28: Toys and Games page 82

Bokeh Photography Effect
With this project, you can create an effect that makes the out-of-focus lights in your pictures appear any shape you want.
In 123 from MAKE: 26: Karts and Wheels page 70

Jumper Wires
Instead of cutting the wire first and then trimming the insulation, I trim the insulation and then cut the wire.
In 123 from MAKE: 26: Karts and Wheels page 112

Electromagnetic Aluminum Levitator
This simple AC-powered coil device uses magnetism to levitate aluminum rings and shoot them into the air - and aluminum isn't even magnetic!
From MAKE: 24: Space page 100

Rok-Bak Chair
This recliner is very comfortable, easy and inexpensive to build, and can be assembled or disassembled in a few minutes.
From MAKE: 19: Robots page 88

Servomotors
Beef up on robotic musculature.
In Skill Builder from MAKE: 19: Robots page 140

The Modern Homestead: A Bird's-Eye View
ReMaking America begins at home. Tame your energy bills, reduce your inputs, and turn your lawn into food.
From MAKE: 18: ReMake America page 46

The Teacup Stirling Engine
Turn the heat from tea, coffee, or candles into piston power!
From MAKE: 17: Lost Knowledge page 68

The Wimshurst Influence Machine
When assembling a proper laboratory, the gentleman or lady experimenter should be sure to include a Wimshurst electrostatic generating machine.
From MAKE: 17: Lost Knowledge page 94

Chladni Plate
Make sound visible with this vibrating setup.
From MAKE: 16: Spy Tech page 122

Vortex Cannons
These three cannons can throw chunks of air in the form of smoke rings across a room.
From MAKE: 15: Music page 114

The Power of Negative Thinking
While they're watching the money, you'll know the trick is in the bag.
From MAKE: 13: Magic page 80

Boom Stick
Build a PVC air cannon that delivers maximum bang for the buck.
From MAKE: 13: Magic page 114

Kitchen Floor Vacuum Former Download Sample PDF (excerpt)
Mold light, durable, and cool-looking 3D parts in your kitchen.
From MAKE: 11: Alt Vehicles page 106

Free VoIP
Got broadband? Add phone service for $0/month.
In DIY: Home from MAKE: 11: Alt Vehicles page 145

Your Electronics Workbench
What you need to get started in hobby electronics.
From MAKE: 10: Home Electronics page 58