“Play Communs” Combine Papercraft and Electronics Into Simple Robots
Designed by Toulouse-based design group Ultra Ordinaire, Play Communs “is a toy for children and adults that aims to bring young and old closer to electronics.”
Year: 2013
Rocky Mountain Makers Convene
Blessed with the gorgeous backdrop of Colorado Rockies, the Rocky Mountain Center for Innovation and Technology in Loveland will host the first-ever NoCo Mini Maker Faire this weekend, on Saturday, October 5, from 10am to 6pm. We spoke with event producer Elizabeth Weiland to find out more.
Makerspaces Making a Difference: (Re)Making Town Park Sk8 Gallery
American Steel Studios’ makers’ hard work and crowdfunding campaign is keeping kids skating in their neighborhood of West Oakland, CA. IndieGoGo campaign ends 10/17; community build day this Sunday.
13 Steps to Make a Cylindrical Wooden Enclosure
Want to make a wooden enclosure in the shape of a tube? This project uses scrap pine, cut into ring shapes and then glued. You can then smooth the outside in a lathe, then cut it open to add the guts of the project.
How-To: DIY Tiki Torches
For those trying to make the most of what’s left of the warm weather this year, here is a great tutorial by Sugar & Charm on making homemade tiki torches from glass bottles.
Urban Sensor Hacks Hangout LIVE NOW
Follow along today as Sean Montgomery talks about bio-sensing, and Kipp Bradford takes us through some sensor kits.
Reclaimed Wood Pumpkins
Bring a rustic vibe into your autumnal decor with these reclaimed wood pumpkins. Tutorial by Finding Home
