Month: May 2011

How-To: Cherry Blossoms Card

Most moms appreciate receiving something handmade for Mother’s Day, and although the date is getting close (Sunday the 8th!), there’s still time to make this little card. Perhaps pick out a frame to go along with it, just in case she decides it’s worthy of a place on the mantel.

The Latest in Arduino 01

Welcome to the newest video series from makezine.com, The Latest in Arduino.ย  This series will cover information related to the Arduino, including book reviews, interviews with makers using the Arduino (and -duino clones) for special projects, new Arduino-related products, and more – every other week.ย  Many episodes will also feature a hands-on activity performed by […]

How-To: Monster Page-Corner Bookmarks

I’m always using whatever’s at hand for bookmarks – bus tickets, junk mail, etc. But these adorable page corner markers by Tally of I Could Make That make me want to change my ways. Her tutorial is excellent, and she demonstrates a more decorative approach as well as this monster design.

How-To: Twirly Toy

Teri from Giddy Giddy shares how she created this simple and charming twirly toy over on Book Hour Craft Projects. A little experimentation with wire, one of my favorite mediums, had my children in awe. I’ve made a number of things for them, but this simple toy impresses them most because it is set in […]