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Deceptive Desserts: Christine H. McConnell’s World of Creepy, Fantastical Food

A typical day for Lisa includes: getting up to see the sunrise, bicycling, interning at Make:, reading and writing short stories, and listening to audiobooks and podcasts for hours while working on projects or chores.

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September 23rd, 2016September 21st, 2016

Christine McConnell’s latest cookbook combines her love of monsters and vintage style into one enticing collection of desserts.

Review: Updated 3Doodler Brings a Broader Range of Materials and Accessories

By Andrew Salomone

Andrew Salomone

Artist, writer, and teacher who makes work about popular culture, technology, and traditional craft processes. http://www.andrewsalomone.com

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August 25th, 2016August 25th, 2016

No matter what of kind maker you are, practically everyone – from electrical engineers to hardcore crafters – is enchanted by the magical notion of a 3D-printing pen. So, I was delighted when the crowd-funded folk heroes behind the 3Doodler reached out to me to try out their latest offering: the 3Doodler Create. In addition to […]

Review: At 0, Simplify3D Software is Worth It, for Some

Review: At $150, Simplify3D Software is Worth It, for Some

By Caleb Kraft

Caleb Kraft

I get ridiculously excited seeing people make things. I just want to revel in the creativity I see in makers. My favorite thing in the world is sharing a maker's story. find me at CalebKraft.com

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December 10th, 2015December 9th, 2015 4

Simplify3D is a slicer that offers speed and reliability for 3D Printing, but is it right for you?

Review: Small and Affordable Silhouette Portrait Vinyl Cutter

By Matt Griffin

Matt Griffin

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December 8th, 2015December 7th, 2015 3

A pint-sized plotter for a reasonable price.

Hands on with Pi-Top, the Raspberry Pi Powered Laptop

By Alasdair Allan

Alasdair Allan

Alasdair Allan is a scientist, author, hacker and tinkerer, who is spending a lot of his time thinking about the Internet of Things. In the past he has mesh networked the Moscone Center, caused a U.S. Senate hearing, and contributed to the detection of what was—at the time—the most distant object yet discovered.

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