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!
Release your creativity and get a good workout at the same time with Drawing Machine #1 by Joseph Griffiths. Part performance art, part kinetic sculpture, this peddle powered apparatus consists of a stationary bike that drives a series of articulated drawing implements across a canvas.
These Earth Day treats from Lifeologia would make a great last-minute addition to any celebrations you’re having today. They’re tasty, healthy, quick to make, vegan, and can easily be made gluten-free. Plus, they’re adorable with a sprig of mint poking out of the chocolatey “mud.” (Via Poppytalk.)
While I wait for the video from my segment on Martha (!) today to share here on Craft, check out the project I made with Martha today – upcycled gift bows. Happy Earth Day!
Tomorrow, Saturday, April 21 from 10am-2pm, we will enjoy the final Open MAKE at the Exploratorium before Maker Faire. In fact, it’ll be our last Open MAKE at the original site of the Exploratorium before the museum moves to the piers. (Sniff!) So you have many reasons to “dump” everything else you are doing and […]
Well! A fun visit to The Martha Stewart Show on Monday turned into me being the guest crafter from the audience – WAHOO! As you all know, I’m a GIANT Martha fan, so this was a huge thrill for me. Tune in to the Hallmark channel on Friday, April 20, at 10 a.m. to see […]
Brothers Michael and Kenny Ham have a goal: to create cheap electric vehicles that get people interested in renewable energy.
Though heavy for its class, this DIY aluminum longboard deck design from Redditor davvik gets high marks for its machine aesthetics and its accessible construction method. The truck mounting plates are simple millings, but the rest of it is stock aluminum strip and hardware-store parts.
