This is the second installment of my series on building Rick and Karen Pollack’s MakerGear Mosaic 3D printer. This part covers assembly of the robot’s first of three Cartesian axes. One of the nice features of the Mosaic kit is that several of the more complex subassemblies are supplied pre-built, greatly simplifying construction. This stage of the build consists essentially of…
Here are treats for kids, both little and big, to make and to buy! Making something magical for a kid is sure to be one of the most rewarding things you do all year. (Be sure to check out our other gift guides this year, as well as our gift guides in 2010 and 2009.) […]
“Scientists have invented a new material that is so lightweight it can sit atop a fluffy dandelion without crushing the little fuzzy seeds. It’s so lightweight, styrofoam is 100 times heavier.”
For this year’s MAKE Secret Santa gift exchange, I was happy to have pulled Sean Michael Ragan out of the virtual Santa hat. In an effort to help Sean become the most dangerous man alive, Iโm giving him something that will help round out his already diverse knowledge base. I know he has expressed interest in glass working in the past, so Iโm gifting him a beginnerโs 3-hour glass blowing experience at Glass Blowing Austin.
Learn how to make an easy crocheted circle scarf! Would be a great gift for the holidays or just a good gift for your cold neck. I love this project! It is great for non-experienced hooker like me:) xox c Subscribe to the CRAFT Podcast in iTunes, download the m4v video directly, or watch it […]
After watching this great video of DorkbotPDX, how could you not want to attend a Dorkbot? [Thanks, Paul!]
Mixing up fabric and yarn crafting is a great way to make eye-catching holiday decorations with a whole lot of texture. This fabric and crocheted snowflake garland from Amanda at Itchin’ Stitchin’ is a gorgeous example, and I love how she brings together unexpected color combinations and fabrics to create a festive yet unique look!
