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!
Alan writes – I’m part of a fantastic crew of makers out of West Oakland who are building a 10’x 10′ human powered “hamster wheel” styled rail-car for the Handcar Regatta. The Regatta it this Sunday and you’re readers should hear about it. From the looks of the above seen “contraption”, the Handcar Regatta is […]
I love this tip from The Kitchn which explains how to keep fruit flies at bay using rue, an all-natural herb.
From the MAKE Flickr photo pool Proximacentuari presents the gorgeous result of what must have been an amazing labor of love – This is the final result of 15 months and at least 800 hours of work in the garage. This is not counting time spent designing, ordering parts, negotiating prices, etc. The car was […]
This is part 8 of an ~8-part series I’m doing on bike-powered devices. If you’ve got a link to another device that should be included or a better-documented version of any of these, comment below. I learned about most of these devices through the old-news Innovate or Die contest. Wow: go pedals. I’m in awe […]
Steelhorserider76 writes – This is a road in Lancaster Ca. that makes music when you drive over it. It was created for a commercial and they designed harmonics in the asphalt to create the music when driven over. Apparently other countries have been doing it for awhile. Unfortunately people complianed and it is being removed. […]
Andrea at Heavy Petal re-made a second-hand metal-framed loveseat and chair into sturdy patio pieces by stripping them down, adding cedar slats, and weather-resistant cushions. The cushions are the same type of foam used for seats on boats, covered with Sunbrella fabric.
From the MAKE Flickr photo pool At first glance, you might mistake these as the next trend in customized vehicle accessories, but these personalized mudflaps are actually part of Steven Laurie’s ongoing art piece – The mud flap project is an experimental body of mixed media works designed to brand my art making practice and […]
