Month: April 2018

Tips of the Week: Working the Corners, Epoxy Basics, Spatter-Spraying for Better 3D Scanning, Making Paper Decals

Tips of the Week: Working the Corners, Epoxy Basics, Spatter-Spraying for Better 3D Scanning, Making Paper Decals

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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We work the gamut again this week, from working with epoxy to making DIY decals to improving your radio voice.

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8 Indispensable Metal Hand Filing Tips from Clickspring

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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A wealth of great hand metal working tips from a master clockmaker.

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Maker Faire Miami Brings Together Artists, Technologists, and Educators for the Fifth Year

Maker Faire Miami Brings Together Artists, Technologists, and Educators for the Fifth Year

By Goli Mohammadi

Goli Mohammadi

I'm a word nerd who loves to geek out on how emerging technology affects the lexicon. I was an editor on the first 40 volumes of MAKE, and I love shining light on the incredible makers in our community. In particular, covering art is my passion — after all, art is the first thing most of us ever made. When not fawning over perfect word choices, I can be found on the nearest mountain, looking for untouched powder fields and ideal alpine lakes.

Contact me at snowgoli@gmail.com or via @snowgoli.

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Now in its fifth year and going strong, Maker Faire Miami takes place this weekend, April 7 and 8, at Miami Dade College’s Wolfson Campus.

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Everything You Need To Know To Make That Fur Glow

Everything You Need To Know To Make That Fur Glow

By Caleb Kraft

Caleb Kraft

I get ridiculously excited seeing people make things. I just want to revel in the creativity I see in makers. My favorite thing in the world is sharing a maker's story. find me at CalebKraft.com

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Erin St. Blaine knows that there’s something very appealing about glowing fur. A common accouterments at raves and festivals, illuminated fuzz is both pleasing to the eye and to the touch.

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