From the MAKE: Flickr pool Instead of tracking down and buying a lens cap for that unprotected cam, consider the incredibly affordable DIY alternative – and enjoy the simple pleasure using what you’ve made. Flickr member safoocat did so, following instructions she found here
USGenWeb, a genealogy site, has a really cool collection of penny postcards, organized by state. I love this image of native merchants from Alaska; the baskets are amazing.
From the MAKE: Flickr pool 5Volt shares info, schematic and video on this simple yet fun/interesting project – This is my simple light to sound converter. It simply converts light variations into sound. Listen to remote controls, TVs, burning flames, light bulbs and anything that emits either visible or infrared light. Get more details on […]
Jonah @ MAKE writes: These “Soft Sculptures” by artist Megan Whitmarsh are a soft jumble of everything from consumer electronics like televisions, cell phones, and Rubix cubes to other everyday products. Will she make a “soft Arduino” next?
From the MAKE: Flickr pool Pauric shares techniques for redesigning/improving consumer devices in need of a makeover. His example project, a ‘sunrise alarm clock’ – One of the first things I do with device I buy is take it apart to see how it works, see if there’s anything interesting going on inside. There’s a […]
Candace of Sparkle Power recently gave a run-down of some of the lovingly handmade gifts she and her family received for Christmas. Her sister-in-law made several snazzy outfits for her daughters’ Barbie dolls, and my favorite by far is this awesome Princess Leia costume – complete with the iconic hair buns!
If you’re looking for a fun new calendar for 2009, try this downloadable version from Blackpio, which folds up into a fun tube shape. [via Folding Trees]
