This Week in Making: Musical Lightning, Makey Pixel Art, and More
Watch lightning arc across the stage and create music, pixel art come together to create Makey, and the other stuff that happened this week.
Digital Fabrication
Digital fabrication tools have revolutionized the way designers, engineers, and artisans express their creativity. With the right resources, you can learn to use these powerful instruments in no time! Whether it’s 3D printing or laser cutting that interests you, these articles will provide useful tutorials and inspiration for makers of all levels. Discover how digital fabrication can open up new possibilities so that your craftsmanship is truly extraordinary!
Maker Spotlight: Joel Leonard
Joel Leonard life’s mission is to build the next generation of skilled technicians by inspiring them through song and community outreach.
3D Print the Adafruit Circuit Playground Chess Set
Print out and polish an electronics-themed chess set using metal-infused filament.
Design Tips to Follow and Mistakes to Avoid When 3D Printing Metal
3D printing metal has yet to fully reach a mainstream audience of makers, but here’s a few tips to get you started if you’re interested.
This Submarine Crib Looks Like it Could be Out of a Movie Set
Rob Adams, World Art Lead for the Destiny video games, built this submarine themed baby crib out of fiberglass.
Edible Innovation: Chloé Rutzerveld Explores Sweets from Scraps with STROOP
Chloé Rutzerveld got her start 3D printing layers of a support structure and an edible breeding ground, before moving on to making food.
CNC Cut This Open Source Hexagonal Board Game
Pocket83’s hexagonal board game can be played with up to three people, and can be crafted via a variety of methods.
