Tektonten writes: “Bit” is a character from the 1982 Disney movie, Tron. Considered by some to be the first CGI character in a movie, Bit communicates by speaking only “yes” or “no.” The orange shape above is the form Bit takes when answering “yes”. The spiky red shape is the form when answering “no” and […]
Photography buffs, prepare to swoon at this collection of gorgeous cuffs that are fashioned from recycled camera lenses by Australian designer, Craig Arnold. Sterling silver replica pieces are also available for a more subtle look. Stunning! [via Dude Craft and Unconsumption] Related: Camera Lens Coffee Mug Have you checked out our Green Projects Contest yet? […]
CRAFT and MAKE pals Jessica Wilson and J. Stevens have worked up this cute “canjo” made from a tuna can: The Tune-a-Fish Special 25 inches (63.5 cm) long with a 4 inch (10 cm) diameter can. This simple, two-string, fretless Canjo is handmade from recycled materials and includes a glass slide and a plastic pick. […]
Gareth @ Make: Online writes: We’ve mentioned Indian maker Arvind Gupta’s clever and charming work before, in both the magazine and here online. If you haven’t seen his videos and website, you’re in for a treat. In this time of giant big-box store plastic monster toys that kids will likely play with for the entire […]
Kudos to Martin Latta for his excellent Lego T-800 bust, which so brilliantly captures the essence of the movie robot. The skeleton greebles in the base are a clever touch. [Via The Brothers Brick]
Here’s a follow up and an interview with IBM… The video is pretty incredible (above) – Watson Research Manager Eric Brown, sat down for a 45 Minutes on IM interview to talk about the program, and to tout the computer’s chances of beating “Jeopardy” kingpins like Jennings and Rutter, who between them, won more than […]
Heidi Kenney continues to wow us this week, this time with her pattern and instructions for making this rad Harry Potter doll. He comes complete with a stitched scar and removable robe, and Kenney shares that she has plans for other HP characters in the works. I can’t wait to see them all! Related: Harry […]
