Sound Makers Unite at Stanford
This weekend I went down to Palo Alto to check out the DIY Musical Instrument Tailgate Party, hosted by Thingamajigs and the Center for Computer Research in Music and Acoustics (CCRMA).
Year: 2013
Making The World’s Thinnest Watch
Dave Vondle and Jerry O’Leary are making the world’s thinnest watch. I’ve enjoyed watching this project unfold from day 1. Actually, I’ve been watching this project unfold well before that. Dave was my summer intern in 2004. Working with smart, talented interns is always a joy, but every once in a while someone comes along who is truly gifted. I learned so much more from Dave that summer than he learned from me, and I continue to learn from. Dave moved on to IDEO after college, and was one of the people behind IDEO Labs. It was there that Dave honed his skills as a talented maker who skillfully combines engineering, design, and aesthetic to make some great new devices like this watch.
Maker Corps Wants You
Our friends over at Maker Corps are looking for young adults with an interest in making who are seeking summer employment in maker education and leadership.
Chicken ‘N Waffles on a Stick
Instructables user Imnopeas posted this fantastic-looking chicken ‘n waffles on a stick recipe (hint: it involves using a corn dog maker!) for the soul food enthusiast on the run.
How-To: “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!” Quilted Wallhanging
Inspire your little ones—or anyone else, for that matter—with this awesome Dr. Seuss-inspired “Oh! The Places You’ll Go!” Quilted Wallhanging!
Tool Tales: A Pivotal Piece of History
Recently, I’ve been learning how to repair antique clocks under the guidance of clock expert Bob Frishman. When assembling a clock, there are many axles with pivots on the end that must be fitted within the holes in the clock’s plates. It is one of those jobs that seems to require ten hands. A pivot locator is a long, thin tool used to gently nudge the pivots into place. You can buy them, but I’ve come to love the one shown here. It’s handmade, but not by me.
How-To: Color Block Zip Tie Vases
Colorful zip ties are definitely my hardware store Siren. You too? Check out this fun color block zip tie vase tutorial!
