Furniture & Lighting

The latest DIY ideas, techniques and tools for making furniture and home decor for every room in the house, including the garage.

Using OpenDesk.CC to Create CNC Furniture

Using OpenDesk.CC to Create CNC Furniture

Art Krumsee

By Art Krumsee

Art Krumsee

Art Krumsee has 30 years of experience as an IT Director focused on Internet and web development technologies. He continues to work part-time as an Internet communications consultant but increasingly he devotes his energy to interests ranging from teaching meditation to creative Maker projects at the Columbus Idea Foundry.

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Looking to add some more furniture to your house? The opendesk.cc web site has downloadable plans for desks, tables, and chairs.

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Easy and Enchanting LED Fairy Globes

Easy and Enchanting LED Fairy Globes

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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Turn clear Christmas ornaments into magical fairy globes.

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Fun with Christmas Lights

Fun with Christmas Lights

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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10 projects for getting the most out of your holiday lights.

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