Maker Camp: Campfire Chat 2012
We wrap up Maker Camp and talk about the fun we had and the things we learned. It’s a campfire chat, without the campfire.
Year: 2012
Bias Tape Holder Idea
I found myself drooling over the photos of bias tape Dana, of Dana Made It, has been working on. She also has a good idea for storing bias tape you’ve made yourself – upcycle cardboard pieces with a colorful piece of paper and wind the tape around it. Simple and useful. You can use bias […]
555 Timer Weekend Projects
The 555 timer IC has been used in many of our Weekend Projects, from beginner-friendly breadboard experiments to advanced weekend-long builds.
Join Our Maker Camp Campfire Session, Today 4pm PDT, 7pm EDT
To mark the ending of our six weeks of Maker Camp on Google+, we’ll be sitting around the ol’ virtual campfire looking back on this extraordinary summer of making and what it felt like to be part of this pioneering online camp.
Popsicle Stick Chandelier
I don’t often think of using something like popsicle sticks in my DIY projects, but this chandelier that was featured on Design Sponge is made out of the kid-friendly supply. Do you think it is chic or child’s play?
Aerofex Hoverbike on its Way to Star Wars Speeder Status
California-based company Aerofex has developed a working hoverbike that uses ducted fan technology and can be controlled by knee movements of the pilot. The ducted fans have been around since the 60s, but Aerofex has only now utilized it in this capacity with enough stability for the pilot to have control over the vehicle’s movements.
Recipe: Concord Grape Sorbet
This concord grape sorbet recipe that Kimberley from The Year in Food shared on the Etsy blog looks absolutely delicious. I don’t know about you, but I know what I’m making this weekend! More: Recipe: Cranberry Pomegranate Sorbet @Craftzine.com blog How-To: Arnold Palmer Sorbet @Craftzine.com blog Ridiculously Easy Pineapple Sorbet @Craftzine.com blog