HOW TO – Make a Retro Bottle Caps Clock
Mylifetime.com has a tutorial on how to make this stylish retro bottle caps clock, a project featured in the book Dazzling Bead & Wire Crafts by Patty Cox. [ via How About Orange ]
Month: August 2008
Homemade Play Dough
Learn how to make your own homemade play dough from Amy at Let’s Explore.
Wii sensor inside an old remote
Stacy and her Dad decided that the Wii sensor bar was a bit too visible for their liking. So what do you do? Stuff it in an old remote, of course! Dad and I were trying to build a Wireless Sensor Bar and managed to do one that is all wires and batteries. Then He […]
Make Your Own Potato Plastic
It looks like plastic made from a potato is a lot more flexible and clear compared to plastic made from milk. Either one is a nice eco-friendly alternative to the petroleum based variety. Although I think it’s actual usefulness may be a bit limited. In this video we make a batch of potato plastic based […]
Knit Baby Wrap Pattern
Knit this sweet baby wrap with T does Wool’s cute pattern. It looks like a great quick project and perfect gift to make. [ via Whip Up ]
Chunky Gemstone Ring Tutorial
Barb at Jewelry Making @ CraftGossip points to this chunky gemstone ring tutorial by Cathie & Steve on Creative Juice!
Haptic radar
The University of Tokyo’s Ishikawa Komuro Laboratory focusses their research on sensory information and relevant technologies. The lab’s “Haptic Radar / Extended Skin Project” uses body mounted range sensors and small vibrating motors to alert the wearer of any approaching objects – We are developing a wearable and modular device allowing users to perceive and […]