How-To: Make Organically-Shaped Gears
MAKE subscriber Dug North writes in to share this video tutorial on how to make gears with unusual contours.
Month: September 2010
Geeky Nail Designs
On the rare occasion I’m able to actually get some kind of nail polish on my fingernails, I feel accomplished if I get one coat of a single color. This collection of 20 uber geeky nail designs, though, has me rethinking the possibilities of nail art. Everything from Star Trek to iPhone apps have been […]
Scenes from Handmade Music
Last weekend at Culturefix in NYC, enterprising music makers gathered for another Handmade Music event. If you missed out on the phototheremin soldering workshop or any of the performances, check out Peter Kirn’s full report over at Create Digital Music. Photosets from Peter Kirn and Joe Saavedra.
How combustible gas detectors are made…
Propaganda flick from the National Association of Manufacturers, but it’s fascinating stuff!
Japanese Monster Kit by Hine
Feltresss and video maker Hine Mizushima made this charming Japanese Monster Kit and accompanying video. Love it! [via Make: Japan]
How-To: Homemade Pop Tarts on a Stick
Inspired by Bakerella’s new book and her famous cake pops, Brooke of The Family Kitchen created these yummy-looking homemade Pop Tarts on a stick. You really can’t go wrong with pie crust, cherries and icing, especially if you put them all on a stick! Brooke’s tribute recipe post includes a Q & A with Bakerella […]
Plywood Secret Compartment
Check out this very clever secret compartment hiding place inside of a table’s edge.