Furniture Projects, How-Tos and More

Hey Makers, Show Us Your Halloween Gear!

A typical day for Lisa includes: getting up to see the sunrise, bicycling, interning at Make:, reading and writing short stories, and listening to audiobooks and podcasts for hours while working on projects or chores.

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May 12th, 2016

Got a cool Halloween project you want to show off? Or how about a cosplay you’ve worked hard on? We want to see it!

These Upcycled UFO Lamps Are Retro-Futuristic Fabulous

By Will Strange

Will Strange

After 10+ years as a professional modelmaker, Will is a senior lecturer at BA (Hons) Modelmaking and maintains a small workshop to satisfy his need to make. He lives and works in Bournemouth, UK.

More at www.willstrange.net

Study modelmaking at www.aub.ac.uk

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May 2nd, 2016April 29th, 2016

Using upcycled jars, collected bits and pieces, 3D printed parts and energy efficient LEDs, Will Strange makes UFO inspired lamps.

Upcycle a Hardwood Floor into a Sturdy Desk

By Jeremy S Cook

Jeremy S Cook

Jeremy is an engineer with 10 years experience at his full-time profession, and has a BSME from Clemson University. Outside of work he’s an avid maker and experimenter, building anything that comes into his mind!

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April 25th, 2016April 25th, 2016

Using almost entirely reclaimed wood and flooring, Micah was able to create a sturdy desk to last him through his college years.

Red 4 bar linkage arm lamp with light shining downwards.

Smart Options for Upgrading Your Workbench Lighting

By Ben Krasnow

Ben Krasnow

Ben Krasnow works at Google[x], creating advanced prototypes, and previously developed virtual reality hardware at Valve. Follow Ben’s personal projects on his YouTube channel, Applied Science: youtube.com/bkraz333

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April 20th, 2016April 19th, 2016

If you’re thinking about upgrading your workshop lighting, here’s our short, no-nonsense advice to getting a brighter space.

7 DIY Standing Desks for Fine-Tuning Your Ergonomics

By Jeremy S Cook

Jeremy S Cook

Jeremy is an engineer with 10 years experience at his full-time profession, and has a BSME from Clemson University. Outside of work he’s an avid maker and experimenter, building anything that comes into his mind!

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April 19th, 2016April 22nd, 2016

Whether it’s for improving your ergonomics or taking a break from sitting down, a standing desk can be relief.