Homemade Fig Newtons
Megan Scott took it upon herself to create some homemade fig newtons that were just as good as her childhood memories with this recipe for Food52.
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These Mesmerizing, Morphing Chandeliers Move Like Jellyfish
This project transforms overhead lighting into kinetic sculptures. Studio Drift, an art and design studio in Amsterdam, has created the silken, flowery “Shylights.” When raised to the ceiling these lights are retracted in their cocoon-like container. They descend like airborne jellyfish, filling the room with light and movement. In design, biomimetics is synthetic design that […]
Bring the Thunder: Build a Simple Sound Effects Tube
You never know when you’re going to need to make an impressive rumbling noise. Maybe you’re putting on a play and need some sound effects. Maybe you just want to make your neighbors really curious about what the heck you’re doing. No matter the reason, making a loud rumbly “Thunder Tube” is quite easy. As […]
How to Make a Safe Watering Hole for Bees
It’s spring and that means it’s time for nature’s critical pollinators to get busy. As you undoubtedly know, bee populations are in trouble and can use any kind of help they can get. Bees work hard this time of year and need available sources of water to rehydrate. They get this water from places like […]
A Breath of Fresh Air: DIY Gel Air Fresheners
Turns out, vodka and gelatin are good for more than just jello shots. With a little help from your favorite essential oils, you can transform those common party staples into your own custom-scented DIY gel air fresheners! Whether you’ve got curious kids in the house or a hot date coming over and a pile of […]
DIY Bouffant Easter Eggs
Turn your Easter eggs into into little heads with big hairdos this year, just like these DIY bouffant easter eggs from Kelly of Studio DIY!
Flashback: Felted Eggs for Spring
By Brookelynn Morris Warm and soft, lamb’s wool is the perfect material for a spring time craft. These sweet felted Easter egg vignettes are precious, and make wonderful and lasting gifts. Wet felting is easy and quick and with a bit of patience, even cutting the shell is not very difficult. I first made a […]
