Month: July 2017

See How This Intricate, 3D Printed Mechanical Calculator Works

See How This Intricate, 3D Printed Mechanical Calculator Works

By Jeremy S Cook

Jeremy S Cook

Jeremy is an engineer with 10 years experience at his full-time profession, and has a BSME from Clemson University. Outside of work he’s an avid maker and experimenter, building anything that comes into his mind!

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The Curta mechanical calculator is an incredible feat of mechanical engineering. Marcus Wu decided to make a 3:1 scale version.

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Incredible History of Innovation Inspires Dayton Mini Maker Faire

Incredible History of Innovation Inspires Dayton Mini Maker Faire

Leo DeLuca

By Leo DeLuca

Leo DeLuca

Leo DeLuca's writing has been featured by Ohio Magazine, Pitchfork, The A.V. Club, and more. The co-author of Dayton's Spirit of Community Service and Leadership (Dayton History, 2016), DeLuca is a three-time All Ohio Excellence in Journalism award winner.

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Makers will gather at Carillon Historical Park and Dayton Mini Maker Faire on August 5-6 to celebrate the Dayton’s tremendous maker spirit.

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Sewing a Personalized Leather Tool Roll

Sewing a Personalized Leather Tool Roll

By Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn is a freelance writer and the former Editorial Director of Maker Media. He is the author or editor of over a dozen books on technology, DIY, and geek culture. He is currently a contributor to Boing Boing, Wink Books, and Wink Fun. His free weekly-ish maker tips newsletter can be found at garstipsandtools.com.

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How to sew a very lovely roll-up leather organizer for your hand tools.

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