MAKE Asks: Creative Reuse
MAKE Asks: is a weekly column where we ask you, our readers, for responses to maker-related questions. We hope the column sparks interesting conversation and is a way for us to get to know more about each other.
Month: March 2013
Pan-and-Tilt Rig for Kite Photography
Thingiverse user miles created this cool kite photography rig consisting of an aluminum camera mount manipulated by a pair of servos. miles used a double thickness of 2.5mm plywood for the sides, with aluminum tubing holding it together. I’d love to see this in action!
How-To: Egg Shell Planters
On the off chance that you have some egg shells on your hands in the near future, and want a productive way to use them, you could try this great Egg Shell Planter tutorial by Lilliedale.
How to Improve Your Wi-Fi Signal Using a Soda Can in 6 Steps
When your life is nothing but trolling and viral videos, having a bad wi-fi connection can be incredibly irritating. Poor loading times, lost connections, and more can put a strain on your time browsing the internet. However, there are some ways to improve your Wi-Fi connection.
Tri, Quad, Hex, Octo … Bring ’em On!
Competitive flying, glass miniatures, and hovering apparitions were all part of the First Annual Multirotor Challenge held in Fallbrook, Calif., about a hour north of San Diego. For this brainchild of the Palomar Fly Club over 50 pilots registered to compete in a variety of events. This family-friendly competition was an exciting exhibition what drones can do.
How-To: Crochet a Rug with Yarn & Old T-Shirts
Learn how to make your own colorful floor coverings with this tutorial for crocheting a rug with yarn & old t-shirts!
How To Make Your Own Dishwasher Detergent
You’re going to need borax. I make no bones about my love of making items from scratch whenever possible. Food, household cleaners, detergents – nothing is safe from my frugal tendencies. Recently, I set my sights on making something so unnatural, most people have never thought about what it’s made of: dishwasher detergent. Most things […]
