Video: Wampa Washcloth
Thanks to this video, you can see how to make your very own Wampa washcloth with Bonnie Burton!
Month: August 2012
Margot Tenenbaum Embroidery
We’ve posted before about Lucky Jackson’s 365 Lucky Days embroidery project, but I wanted to share with you this week’s theme: Margot Tenenbaum. The Royal Tenenbaums is a favorite film of mine, and I think she captures the despondent and angst-ridden character of Margot Tenenbaum nicely. More: Living In: The Royal Tenenbaums
Skylanders, Monsters Swoop Into Maker Camp
During our Maker Camp game design day and our behind-the-scenes tour of Toys For Bob (makers of the Skylanders), we were surrounded by some incredible toy figures.
2-in-1 Flower Pincushion
Haley is always turning it out over on her blog The Zen of Making. I am loving her new tutorial where she shows us how to make a 2-in-1 pin cushion. So practical and adorable to boot.
Tropical Fruit-Powered Laser
Over at the Maui Makers hackerspace, member Ryan K showed up with a mess of Lilikoi fruit (also known as passion fruit). Using anodized bolts (source of zinc), some thin copper pipe, wire, switches, LEDs, and a capacitor, he built himself a battery from the fruit.
DIY Polka Dot Pitcher
You don’t always have to spend a ton of time crafting to get a fabulous DIY look. Check out this simple polka dot pitcher from Kristy at The Diary of DavesWife to see how she added a custom dot design to her glassware! More: How-To: Polka Dot Flats @Craftzine.com blog How-To: DIY Polka Dot Tights […]
EMSL’s CNC Workstation Cart
Our workstation is CNC-cut from half-inch plywood. It is rock-solid sturdy, yet comes apart easily for transport or modifications. It features a main computer bay with an optional door, five spacious drawers that can’t fall out, enough room on top to comfortably fit a laptop (in addition to the main computer), stainless hardware, polyurethane casters, […]
