How-To: Cuttlebone Casting
This ancient, simple, accessible method for casting small objects in metal exploits the amazing properties of a naturally-occurring and easily-worked high-temperature mold-making material.
Year: 2012
Laser Cut Acrylic Lampshade
Done in the traditional stained glass technique of using lead and copper foil, Ben Light brings a different take on the craft by using laser-cut pieces of acrylic. Surprisingly the acrylic didn’t melt despite the necessary heat that was applied. The result is a great proof of concept for more complex works.
CMYK Paper Lanterns
Any wedding with a colorful wedding scheme can benefit from these simple lanterns over on Oh Happy Day.
How-To: Rapunzel Braid Hair Clip
Do you have a princess in the house? Take make believe to a whole new level with this fancy Rapunzel braid hair clip tutorial from Abbie at Lovin’ Our Chaos! More: How-To: Princess Hat @Craftzine.com blog How-To: Light Up Fairy Wings @Craftzine.com blog Adorable Girl’s Owl Costume @Craftzine.com blog
Back in the Maker Shed: Arduino Nano
It’s been a while but we just got a new shipment of Arduino Nanos back in the Maker Shed. What’s an Arduino Nano? Read on to find out more.
ShapeOko, the $300 CNC Kit
ShapeOko, an open-source, Kickstarter-funded CNC, packs an 8″x8″ bed with a 3.5″ Z-axis. The $175 kit, which is currently sold out, consists of hardware only. You can buy an electronics kit for about $135, making for a very inexpensive CNC! [via Ponoko]
New and Awesome on Make: Projects
Make: Projects is a collaborative wiki that is constantly being updated by the maker community. Check it out from time to time – there’s always something new!