Randy over at Instructables made this handy and simple laptop stand by bending some acrylic. He cut the attractive and heat-dissipating holes with a laser cutter, which you could do by sending it off to Ponoko, or cut them out by hand with a hole saw or Forstner bit. This simple project gives me lots […]
Lori writes in: I’m a relatively experienced crafter and seamstress, but no matter how I try, I can’t seem to get a bra and panties just right. I’d like to make a non-wire bra and a “flutter-kini” or boyshorts. Tight-fitting garments made from stretchy fabrics are some of the most difficult things to sew. Pick […]
Does this hacker ever sleep? The prolific Jeri Ellsworth is at it again. Here, she builds a 52″ Etch a Sketch with the screen from a rear-projection TV, some tent poles, screen door pulleys, some cheap Harbor Freight drill motors, a golf tee (for the stylus), and some aluminum powder. They also designed a web […]
Make some crazy sounds from a teensy-tiny musical instrument. From Make, Volume 15.
Papier-Mâché Floral Brooches By Cathy Callahan I just absolutely adore Michelle Obama’s sense of style — I check out the Mrs. O blog all the time. I love that she supports young and lesser-known American designers. I also really love that she’s not afraid to wear big accessories, especially when it comes to jewelry. Most […]
Build an amazing optical toy that plays tricks on your brain.
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