Ryan O’Hara writes in about BoxMaker, a postcardware app for making boxes. From the site: BoxMaker is a little Java application that can generate the outlines for a box to be out of some material with a cutting device (ideally using wood/acrylic on a lasercutter!). You tell it the dimensions of the box (width, height, […]
Nothing says “robot” like an android. So lets make one of our own! This course will take you through the steps of building your own android. You’ll leave with a working, foot tall programmable android! You can use it for kung-fu matches, dancing, stair-climbing or many other events. Only 20 slots available (one or two […]
As you know, tomorrow is April 1st. So be prepared to prank and be pranked. Instructables is running a contest (through the 13th) to find the best in April Fools shenanigans. Check out the entries so far — you might find something worth torturing friends and coworkers with tomorrow. April Fools’ Speed Contest
Craftster user Subloke was so inspired to try weaving, she ran to the hardware store and after spending just a little over $20, was able to put together this homemade PVC loom. DIY Weaving Loom
We make money not art has a piece about a retrospective on Ant Farm, the American media art collective from the 1970s. Ant Farm is most famous for their Cadillac Ranch installation in Amarillo, Texas. I had the pleasure of meeting and becoming friends with Ant Farm co-founder Doug Michels in the early ’90s. He […]
Happy April 1st! We love a good prank, a culture jam or two – a side of surprise @ MAKE. Here are some of of the interesting pranks, DIY prank projects and more appeareing on MAKE! No Full House subway prank. Musical Caps Lock prank. Bring “Ghosts” to your Home for Winter Parties – Modern […]
Craftster user gatheringtwigs shows you how to make a heat-resistant hair iron cozy, by using the heat-resistant padding from an old oven mit. It’s a perfect thing to make for your trips to the gym.
