The ability to create multiple-hop routes was recently added to Google Maps. Not only does this let you plan a trip to New York by way of San Francisco and Tampa Florida, but you can also use the feature to adjust a more conventional route. You might do this to manually avoid road construction or […]
If you are in the LA area, head on over to Tinlark Gallery (Crossroads of the World, 6671 Sunset Blvd., No. 1512, Hollywood, CA 90028, Phone: 323-463-0039) to see the multimedia works of Megan Wilson exhibiting her installation Morning Glory. Inspired by a love of patterns and textiles, Wilson’s work explores the intersections between fine […]
Jeffkobbi writes – Some friends wanted a lighted hula hoop for burningman, and when they turned out to be about $200 each, I decided to make one. All the parts cost about $15 . . . total time to make the hoop was about 3 hours, but that included time for figuring things out. You […]
Emily Kircher Recycling Artist shows you how to reuse plastic bottlecaps to make a homemade rattle. She uses them for cat toys, but offer suggestions on how to use them in plush or other toys. Link. Related: CRAFT Interview with Emily Kircher – Link.
We have a new kit in the Maker store, the Blubber Bot – Part of a family of “Transitional Species,” Blubber Bots are Do-It-Yourself robotic inflatables that navigate autonomously and intelligently. They are light-seeking helium-filled balloons that graze the landscape in search of light and cellphone signals. Designed into the inflatable form is a set […]
Roz of Rozzieland has a tutorial on how to make a cute summer sun wrist pincushion which also uses an old Gatorade bottle cap. Link.
This is an experiment for us: We put together a free sampling of MAKE to help parents figure out some fun summer projects for kids. We’re hoping you really like these and consider picking up MAKE. Parents interested in subscribing to MAKE will save $5 off our regular subscription rate by clicking here. In addition […]
