Young Makers Shine This Weekend
This year, Maker Faire features more young makers than ever, many of whom have participated in our ever-expanding Young Makers program, now housed in the Maker Education Initiative.
Month: May 2013
3D Printers Available in the Maker Shed at Maker Faire
It’s no surprise that so many people get inspired at Maker Faire to join in on the 3D printing revolution. Fortunately for everyone at Maker Faire, you can head over to the Maker Shed and pick one up at the event.
DIY Synthetic Biology: Making Your Own Glowing Plants
Based on the popular (and controversial) Kickstarter project, here is the DIY How-To for creating your own glowing plants with this DIY synthetic biology kit.
5, 4, 3, 2, 1 Things About Jon Sarriugarte
Oakland-based artist, blacksmith, and fabricator Jon Sarriugarte and his wife and creative partner Kyrsten Mate have been bringing their incredible vehicles and installations to Maker Faire Bay Area since the very first one in 2006. That first year, they brought their SS Alpha Fox art car and their then-toddler daughter Zolie (Jon and Kyrsten had […]
How-To: Thread Spools Plastic Canvas Needlepoint Quilt Ornament
I’ve been eyeing gorgeous spool quilt blocks for weeks, so this thread spools plastic canvas needlepoint ornament caught my eye immediately.
Lego Technic Artificial Arm
Polish Lego builder piotrek839 built this sick robot arm that packs some pretty impressive functionality. It’s remote controlled and uses a whopping 12 Power Functions motors and linear actuators to do its thing. You can read about the project on LUGPol, though it’s in Polish.
How-To: Cardboard Office Supply Organizer
Keep your scissors, blades, and other crafty sharps orderly and secure with a smart, funky cardboard office supply organizer!
