Pesky hardware hackers Wayne and Layne have created two new kits that are essentially classics with a major twist. We’ve released two new kits, Blinky Grid and Blinky POV. Both are little LED kits that are reprogrammed by holding them up to our web page that blinks. Those blinks are picked up by light sensors […]
I love how Jeri Ellsworth almost always shows up at events with an impressive hack, from her infamous NES Purse, to the “Brain Bulb” she wore at Maker Faire Bay Area, to this glorious geek sartorial, the Barbot LED Dress. She wore this to the BarBot 2011 event at this year’s RoboGames. Underneath the dress is a string of delay chain LEDs triggered by a PIR (Passive Infrared Sensor) motion sensor detecting people around her.
The Netherlands Architecture Institute (NAI) and TNT Post present the first stamps in the world with augmented reality. The stamps show five futuristic buildings designed by famous Dutch architects. When put in front of a webcam, these buildings will appear in 3D on the stamp. By moving the stamp, users are able to see the […]
Carla of The Scientific Seamstress created this awesome periodic table of sewing elements to decorate her laboratory-themed sewing room. She’s offered it as a download so you can print a poster-sized (or smaller, if you prefer) version for your own sewing space.
These Mason Jar Meals are adorable and totally practical for summer picnics and trips to the beach. After making your meals-to-go, add one mason jar filled with ice to the tote bag or cooler and you’re set to go! I want to eat all of these right now, especially the mozzarella, tomato and pesto salad […]
Click to add an event to the online calendar. Email me if you have a call for vendors you’d like me to list. Coming Up This Weekend: PDX Etsy Craft Party Portland, OR Jun. 10 Contemporary Crafts Market Santa Monica, CA Jun. 10-12 Unraveled DIY Festival Minneapolis, MN Jun. 10 Father’s Day Craft Expo St. […]
Never mind “special.” Dad doesn’t want something “special” for Father’s Day: He wants something awesome. Something that he can use. And if you made it yourself, it will remind him how unexpectedly competent his kid turned out to be every time he looks at it. Turns out MAKE has something of a line in awesome useful stuff you can make yourself. Stick with me.
