Month: March 2010

Ultimate D&D Room

Ultimate D&D Room

The Burntwire Brothers remodeled a room to house their collection of D&D paraphernalia as well as a place to hold game sessions. There are stained glass windows, faux dungeon walls, a metal portcullis, dragon statuettes and a rack of swords. As if the place needs more atmosphere, the Dungeon Master can control the room’s lighting, […]

Modified Easy Bake Oven

Nicely done, Modified easy bake oven. Jeri writes – Part of the home chip bath project, fiber optic manufacturing. This was an attempt to make a small furnace that could be used for semiconductors and fusing fiber optics. It didn’t work so well, but it might be worth trying again in the future. This is […]

Electric cupcakes

Electric cupcakes

Several years ago, my then science department head and former 9th grade science teacher was retiring. Bob Webster brought me many useful and entertaining ideas. He had our whole department making wikis to share information in the early 00’s. Through him, I learned more about computer repair, web design, programming and electricity. He helped me to cultivate a positive environment encouraging kids to work with and understand concepts that many find intimidating. So what to bring to his party? Electric Cupcakes, of course!

Upcycled Gun Jewelry

This jewelry made from reclaimed gun parts is a beautiful conversation piece. The intention of the GUN Reclamation Project is a statement about non-violence and transforming weapons into peaceful wearable art. I wonder if people who use and enjoy guns will want to wear them as well? [via ecouterre] More: Gunfight Cross Stitch Gun Purse […]