I can’t think of a better name for a person who build pole cameras than Polster. And fortunately for Jim, that is his last name. In addition to being the proprietor of Longshot Camera Systems, Jim is also a broad spectrum maker.
The “Cat Scratch” cardboard scratching toy for cats by SUCK UK is fashioned in the shape of a DJ turntable, with concentric rings of corrugated cardboard (which cats love to scratch) serving as the proverbial record. The turntable part is just for show, but it is a novel idea that (likely unintentionally) harkens back to an experimental instrument called the Savart’s Wheel.
Flowers aren’t the only way to add a pop of color to otherwise plain-Jane vases. These vase sleeves are worked up in the current pattern-craze du jour: the chevron stitch. Make them in your favorite colors, then change ’em out to fit the season… or your mood!
Here’s another super-simple mod from Weekend Projects, our beginner-friendly electronics series where we introduce you to projects you can make in a weekend. Actually, the Solar TV Remote should only take you a couple of hours once you’ve gathered all your parts.
Looking for a nice way to turn your Instagram photos into a lasting keepsake? Blurb has created a simple tool that turns your photos into a fantastic looking book.
Today’s 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, Things is about talented and vintage-inspired Penni Moussa, of Penni Pops Designs. She is just a doll. One Project You Are Particularly Proud Of 1. My first quilting project for my Bestie Annie’s first baby, Leonardo. I know that the word “gollywog” is not politically correct, but I love […]
Michael Margolis is the author of Arduino Cookbook, a collection of projects utilizing the physical computing platform of Arduino. He was on hand at Maker Faire Bay Area 2011 to discuss Arduino and his book, published by O’Reilly Media.
