Month: January 2009

ReMake:  DIY Repairs

ReMake: DIY Repairs

The article I contributed to the first issue of MAKE was about fixing my daughter’s iPod Mini. The stem for the earphones had broken off in the socket. To remove it, I had to break into the iPod Mini, using a hairdryer to melt glue that held the plastic top in place. I had to […]

Skeleton bike

Skeleton bike

Jud Turner has created Bio-Cycle, a beautiful (unfortunately non-ridable) bicycle made out of scrap and stainless steel. Via Ecofriend: Bio-Cycle, which has been crafted from found objects and welded steel. Of course, you cannot ride this bike by sitting on the skeleton, but this work of art definitely shows a great way to include trash […]