Crafters know, almost better than anyone, how one of the best ways to go green with projects is repurposing an existing object, garment or accessory. It’s not just economical, it’s environmentally friendly, and it’s no surprise that crafters excel at upcrafting. This week’s book excerpt is a great example of repurposing and refashioning to maximize […]
From maker Blair Kelly: “Arduino Wifly Mini is a remotely operated vehicle that communicates over a WiFi network, can be controlled with an XBOX 360 or PS3 controller, or G27 steering wheel, or any other controller that can be manipulated with Processing’s ProControll library.”
Loving the colorblock toes trend? In her latest video, CRAFT’s own Meg Allan Cole will show you how to transform a pair of boring flats into stylish shoes that are totally fashion-forward! More: How-To: Cat Shoes @Craftzine.com blog How-To: Red Saddle Shoes @Craftzine.com blog How-To: No-Sew Fabric Scrap Shoes @Craftzine.com blog
Here’s a smart idea for a party favor. Jessica of Two Shades of Pink created these burlap bags to wrap Mason jars as party favors and giveaways. I’m always on the hunt for no-sew projects to share with friends, so this one will be added to that list. More: HOW TO – Make Mason Jar […]
Melted metal is hard to identify without a label—did that one come from a screen door or a piston head? The alloys they’re made of won’t be the same, and you might not want to mix them in later pours. Enter this brainstorm from bulletcasting forum member Centaur 1.
Do you have a mini super hero in your house? Turn them loose with some popsicle sticks, paints, and this popsicle stick Avengers bookmark tutorial from Amanda at Crafts by Amanda. You definitely can’t go wrong with a craft project that promotes both creativity and reading! More: How-To: Origami Cat Bookmark @Craftzine.com blog How-To: Cross-Stitch […]
Sam Wilkinson wrote in to share his SpaceBread experiment, part of the International Space Apps Challenge: By using the process of bread aeration, by which carbon dioxide is actually forced into the bread, the only ingredients required to produce dough are water, flour and carbon dioxide. Carbon dioxide is mixed with water to form a […]
