The third installment in my container garden series is a colorful combination using every color in the rainbow. The first container was a dramatic and stylish pairing of dark purple and golden yellows. The second was a modern mix of de-saturated warm and cool colors, and the focus was on pairing textures. This container is […]
This circular bookshelf, part of the Archive Series by designer David Garcia, is designed to help a bibliophile store and transport a half ton of books.
Do you want to learn the fundamentals of electronics in a fun and experiential way? Not sure where to start, or what tools you might need? We have taken care of all the questions with our deluxe tool kit from the Maker Shed.
Want to get the most out of cut flowers? Claire Lee shares her tips and tricks for how to choose the best blooms, prep and care for your flowers, and put together playful arrangements. Make cut flowers a part of your day! Here’s how to extend the life of your blooms.
Tim Anderson is taking on an ambitious project he’s calling the “nomadic orchard:” A portable life support system for fruit trees. Giant self-watering planters. The trees can be moved anywhere with a forklift or a truck. A 70 gallon water tank under the tree wicks moisture up to the tree’s roots as needed. Rain water […]
Attention NYC-area lovers of experimental sound & electronics (in case you forgot to mark your calendars) – The big ol’ annual Bent Festival is currently in full-swing out here in Brooklyn! Check out some of the upcoming workshops & performances – Friday 4/23/10 Workshops 12pm – 6pm Peter Edwards aka casperelectronics : The Benjolin Derek […]
As I briefly participated in yesterday’s Craft Social over on Twitter, I stumbled on a new web site from Kim Werker via Diane Gilleland. Mighty Ugly is Kim’s latest endeavor and is rooted in the idea that pressure-free crafting can lead to some pretty profound experiences. Since we’re able to wield a crayon, we’re praised […]
