Building a Life-Size Bumblebee Transformer
Sci-fi robot engineer extraordinaire, James Bruton, attempts to build a real Transformer.
Art & Sculpture
As makers, we are blessed with fascinating ways to create unique pieces of artwork or sculptures from scratch. From working with traditional methods like wood carving and metalworking to utilizing emerging technologies like 3D printing and laser cutting, there is an endless array of possibilities for makers to explore. They are continuously breathing life into breathtaking creations that make us all stand back in awe. Let’s take a look at some recent developments in what makers around the world have been creating lately – be sure not to miss out on their incredible artwork!
Use Peg Board and Rubber Bands To Make Your Own Pinball Machine
Inspired by a picture of a reconfigurable pinball table, Beth Sallay set out to build her own. As you can see in the video above, she has pulled off the goal quite admirably. The gameplay seems fun and it is fully reconfigurable. The most difficult part of this is getting the flippers to work. Though […]
12 Days of Hobby Project Tutorials
Death Ray Designs offers 12 tutorials on texturing, painting, finishing, and basing gaming miniatures and terrain.
Designing And Building An 8 Foot Long River of Light
I’ve disliked the under-cabinet light in my kitchen since I moved in years ago. Unfortunately, replacing it has just been one of those tasks I’ve kept putting off over and over. I finally came up with a concept that I thought would be a good replacement, and took the dive to get it done. I […]
Watch The Mesmerizing LED Undulations of the Quantum Garden
Quantum mechanics can be confusing. They can also be pretty.
Designing 3D Printed Stamps For Metal Pressing
Shaping metal with 3D printed forms
3D Printing a Christmas Monorail
When the perfect part is prohibitively priced, print your own!
