There are situations where you really need a part made of solid metal or wood, and for those there is no substitute to a good ol’ CNC machine. So, it’s nice to see that Jonny D is making progress on his homebrew CNC router.
Looking to take a break from tinkering on your latest project this weekend? Here are some fine maker events to check out, from The Maker Events Calendar.
Why is Larry Weiss fascinated with hygene? Well, he believes that it is a human engineering problem that society has attempted to solve chemically, with poor results.
Start out your monster making experience by reading the tutorial found in CRAFT, Volume 06. Next, crack open the DIY Mini Monster kit and hand-sew your first adorable little monster. When you’re all done, use the included Maker’s Notebook to sketch out some new designs. Before you know it, your entire house will be overrun by tons of plush monsters!
Erika at Roots & Wings Co. shares her tutorial on how to make a bubbly cauldron of dry ice root beer that’s a tasty treat for the kids.
The OLPC Afghanistan team rigged up this pedal-powered generator for the OLPC.
The theme for my next Make: Online Toolbox column is “Maker Sartorial,” looking at clothing and accessories as tools for makers. In other words, what shirts, pants, shoes, belt pouches/holsters, pocket-contents, etc. do you carry, either when you’re at work, engaged in your hobbies, or otherwise doing makery type stuff, whether for work or pleasure. […]
