Spocktopus. It really speaks for itself, but maker Catharina Torres explains his origins: A friend of mine said she didn’t like the plush octopus that I recently made. She is a major Star Trek fan. So I thought that if I made an octopus combined with her love of ST, I could change her mind […]
CNN published a video on the maker movement. I couldn’t embed the video, but you can watch it on their site. From designing actual tools to researching the best ways to create small manufacturing businesses in urban areas, The Humblefactory is designed to spur a movement that, in itself, was spurred by modern business practices. […]
Using an ATiny and some AVR programming, Bob Hobby has made a 7 segment display of his website hits. The device connects to his computer via USB and makes for a great physical representation for the amount of web juju you might be getting at any given time. Check out Bob Hobby’s site for further info and documentation.
Spotted by Prosthetic Knowledge, these intense depictions of cityscapes were made by a South Korean artist from colorful pieces of electrical wire much like a piece of needlework.
Make a pretty vintage-inspired removable collar with this lace collar tutorial on the M&J blog! More: Project: Angel Collar @Craftzine.com blog How-To: Peter Pan Collars @Craftzine.com blog
Spray painter and Make: Projects user Randy Hawkins converted his old dishwasher into a nifty spray paint booth, complete with lighting and a turntable. Check out the complete build on Make: Projects!
If you want to makeover your bathroom, or any room for that matter, a few DIY tricks can make a big difference without a lot of money. Take a look at Monica Wants It’s recent bathroom makeover where she found that paint, stencils, and even Glue Dots, can go a long way.
