There’s an OpenStreetMaps group mapping going down in Manhattan next weekend, no prior GPS-ing required – OpenStreetMap is only as good as the contributions of the people who edit it. To encourage and help people to edit, experienced mappers run Mapping Parties. The public is invited to them. Often the organiser has GPS receivers to […]
From the MAKE Flickr pool Flickr member rarebeasts put together this sweet little beat machine using a PicAxe microcontroller. Dubbed the “GrooveAxe“, it’s a relatively simple build that produces some rather musical squarewave loops. Instructions and source code are available on Gadget Gangster and the parts for the project are also available in kit form. […]
This is a lot of fun, and apparently a little educational. UUorld takes data, overlays it on a map, and lets you rotate, zoom, and watch the data unfold over time: UUorld (pronounced “world”) provides an immersive mapping environment, high-quality data, and critical analysis tools. Great explanations are unfortunately scarce, but UUorld makes them easier […]
This is my kind of serial (pardon the pun). Ralf Ackermann has been hacking Bluetooth modules into the iPhone and iPod touch, and blogging about it in installments. This mod is different from the built-in Bluetooth in that it opens up possibilities way beyond just connecting a headset: A Bluetooth stack in user space already […]
We are having a huge craft kit sale in the Maker Shed starting now! Save 15% off all craft kits with the code UCRAFTER at checkout. Pictured above is the Sock Monkey Kit and the Mini Monster Kit.
Make your own scratch off lottery tickets for Valentine’s Day with this tutorial from Skip to My Lou.
Still Dottie has a quick tutorial for making stuffed felt valentines. Each heart has a pocket for a sweet note or gift.
