Using rechargeable batteries is a good idea, but charging them is sometimes a lengthy process. This DIY battery charger could solve that problem. The charger has several safety features, including protection from overheating, and is well documented. – Link Related: DIY battery charger – Link
Jason has a cool item on Hackszine about lo-tek “abrasion holography:” Typically the creation of a hologram involves lasers and various other expensive equipment and materials. William J. Beaty figured out a low-tech way to create your own holograms using a simple abrasion technique that requires only a compass and a chunk of plastic. He […]
It’s always great to see how our readers intrepret the projects from our magazine, so I was tickled to see this stylish reversible wrap skirt by LoudonD show up in our Flickr pool. If you’ve made one of the crafts featured in CRAFT, join up and share your pix! Link. From the pages of CRAFT: […]
From the MAKE Flickr pool The pool saw quite a diverse batch of work come through this week. It’s very cool to see more of the original makers commenting with help and clarification. Thanks for the caring & sharing! (We’ll announce contest winners soon – too much awesomeness to rush!) DIY doorbell(s) [above, top-left] – […]
As you know, we’re celebrating the release of CRAFT: 06 with six nationwide release parties today. Each party will offer hands-on crafting and tasty snacks, plus fun giveaways. Each city will be putting their own spin on things (our Portland hosts have been previewing some prizes here), but I thought I’d let you in on […]
Everyone please give a warm welcome Kipkay, our new video maker! Kipkay is a videographer/producer with 25 years of video production experience. He makes videos that reflect his personal interests in technology, gadgets and DIY solutions to everyday problems. Since November 2006, he’s been the Top Producer on Metacafe’s Producer Rewards program. His work can […]
Typically the creation of a hologram involves lasers and various other expensive equipment and materials. William J. Beaty figured out a low-tech way to create your own holograms using a simple abrasion technique that requires only a compass and a chunk of plastic. He came across the idea while walking through a parking lot, noticing […]
