In the Maker Shed: Karakuri Somersault Doll kit
Employing a centuries old secret artisan technique collected from real Edo-period figures, the Karakuri Somersault Doll kit includes everything you need to create your own acrobatic doll.
Month: February 2011
How-To: Conversation Hearts Cream Pie
The conversation hearts of this cream pie from Jessie of Cakespy for Serious Eats aren’t just for decoration, they are actually in the pie filling, too. I’m one of the weird folks who likes to eat conversation hearts, but even if they aren’t your favorite, she assures that the pie is worth trying. Believe it […]
Tron Bag on Make: Projects
The tutorial Ladyada and I wrote to go along with the EL Wire Tron Bag video is up on Make: Projects! Enjoy it in this flexible format that lets you follow along as you build your project.
Asteroids for the Arduino
Michael Krumpus’ Hackvision gaming pad just got sweeter: I implemented Asteroids for Hackvision, written completely using Arduino technology. The ATmega328 is more than powerful enough for real arcade action! You can follow that link to buy a Hackvision or to download the Arduino code for the game.
Folding precision tweezer
Just saw these in a magazine and, although have never tried a pair, I am intrigued. If, like me, you’ve spent a lot of time fumbling with cheap tweezers, I might humbly suggest that, like me, you will discover that a bit of extra scratch spent on a quality pair will prove well worth it. And if, like me, you’ve ever ruined a pair of nice tweezers by tossing them carelessly in your luggage, you may, like me, also be curious about these folding precision tweezers from pocketweez.com. I’m gonna spring for a pair, I think, and I’ll let you know how it works out. In the meantime, if anybody’s got any first-hand experience or opinions, kindly let us know, below!
Making Puppets With Jim Henson
Bonnie Burton pointed us to this awesome video of Jim Henson’s puppet-making tips and tricks from Iowa Public Television in 1969. It’s one of the most charming and endearing how-to videos I’ve ever seen. He goes through making puppets from “various and sundry” materials, including socks, wooden spoons, paper envelopes and even fruit and vegetables. […]
Mobile Document Camera Stand in Make: Projects
Are you sick of bumping into your tripod when you’re shooting video or taking a picture of a project you’re currently working on? Wouldn’t it be great if there was something that could get your camera right where the action is so you can live stream your work area without breaking the bank? If you answered yes, check out this easy to assemble Mobile Document Camera Stand in Make Projects.
