From Barbie to Badass: The Make Lab Rats Transform a Power Wheels Jeep
The incredible tale of how the Make Labs engineers created a badass go kart out of a plastic toy. And how they unwittingly released a horde of ants in the lab.
Year: 2013
Rhode Island Mini Maker Faire Goes Down This Saturday
Rhode Island’s Mini Maker Faire is set for this Saturday, Aug. 10. For such a little state, organizers are planning a big fair to celebrate Yankee ingenuity.
First, the details: The fair will be held at the Pell Chafee Performance Center in Providence. MAKE book editor Brian Jepson is helping to organize the event so you know it’s going to be great. And the fair is happening inside AS220’s Foo Fest 2013 so it’s a twofer. Foo Fest is a fun-filled music, art, and food celebration. Admission is $7 and entrance to the fair is included.
Cast Your Votes on the Road to Maker Faire Challenge & Help Send One Maker to NYC!
Cast your vote now for your favorite project/s on the Road to Maker Faire Challenge, presented by Esurance. Help one lucky maker win $2,500 to travel to New York City in September and exhibit at the 4th annual World Maker Faire!
Tinkering Social Club Kicks off by Taking Things Apart
The Exploratorium in San Francisco is one the best science museums in the world because it takes a delightfully hands-on and out-of-the-box approach to learning. And in line with their creative approach to education, they’re launching the “Tinkering Social Club” this Thursday evening.
Crocheted Yoda Coffee Cup Cozy
Add a little Star Wars to your morning routine with this Crocheted Yoda Coffee Cup Cozy from Etsy user Rachel McCauley.
How-To: Chainless Foundation for Single Crochet
Does the idea of starting a new crochet project with a foundation chain make you want to give up before you’ve even gotten started? You’ll definitely want to check out this chainless foundation method for single crochet!
How-To: Watermelon Mojito Jell-O Shots
If you’d like to consume a fancy cocktail with your fingers, then check out these refreshing Watermelon Mojito Jell-O Shots from That’s So Michelle.
