HOW TO – Build an Eco Chopstick Birdhouse
CasaSugar has a tutorial and video by eco-architect Michelle Kaufmann on how to make an eco chopstick birdhouse.
Energy & Sustainability
If you’re a maker just starting out your journey in sustainability, it can be overwhelming to figure out how to get started. From understanding the types of materials to utilize, learning what steps will help reduce waste and emissions, and finding inspiring new ways to explore creativity that don’t have a negative environmental impact. The good news is there are plenty of resources available for DIYers looking for ways to make their projects more sustainable – from simple switches you can make today, big-picture ideas for longterm change, or exciting new ways makers are helping push sustainability into the future. In these blog posts we’ll look at tips tricks and ideas specifically tailored towards diyers and makers on the road to creating projects with greater eco consciousness so that not only will you create something beautiful but also respect its impact on our planet!
Sponge Balls
Betz White has a tutorial on how to make sponge balls, a nice alternative to water balloons with plenty of splat for kids and none of the wasted balloons.
Gorgeous Pummer
A BEAM Pummer, made with 16 BPW-34 Siemens Osram 1/8″ solar cells as the power source. Solar Engine 2 [via] From the pages of MAKE: Part robotic plant life, part techno-sculpture, these desktop toys are easy and fun to make, the pummer!. Here’s the free article, from the pages of MAKE 08 – Toys and […]
Sustainable Doghouses
Apartment Therapy LA posts about these beautiful doghouses by Sustainable Pet Design, which incorporate a rooftop garden into their design. They’re waterproof and feature filter and drainage layers–and I think they just plain look great.
Solar ovens and solar cooking
Imvain2 writes in with a massive collection of solar ovens and tips for sun cooking – After watching “Living with Ed” on the Green Channel and seeing Ed’s sun oven, I was looking online for them. I found this website that links to tutorials for building your own sun oven. I figured the folks at […]
Fabric covered car
I saw a DIY version of this at Burning Man the first and only time I attended, freaky then – freaky now, excellent video of BMW’s GINA Light visionary model, a morphing fabric car. Knitted tank :)
Portable Cardboard Table
This is a neat idea, especially if it could be made out of recycled cardboard. I only wish it came with a seat, or two! This lightweight, portable cardboard table aims to assist on-the-go creative types like designers and students, who are often limited to work on low desks or floors. Made by Sruli Recht […]
