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!
Imagine being able to program your bumper sticker to say anything you want… CRAVE has a quickie about VW’s programmable electronic bumper sticker that “enables drivers to communicate real-time messages to other road users”… – Link. There are a lot of ways to do this now (LEDs, e-ink…) and I bet we’ll see some from […]
Here’s a homemade sub from Russia, check out all the pics! – “This Russian man from St. Petersburg got his personal submarine. He built it himself and it is the smallest submarine in Russia, officially registered as a boat by Russian boat registry and has got it’s own personal name and number. He can make […]
Ted constructed this simple cart for carrying a kayak to the water – it’s made from 2x4s and trash-picked bicycle wheels – Link. Related: Traditional Kayaks @ MAKE – Link.
14 year olds of 2006, meet your predecessors from Mechanix 1933, you have your work cut out for you… – Link.
Simon from Big Blue Saw writes – “One of our customers is working on a very interesting project: a human electric trike. Some of the waterjet cut parts from Big Blue Saw are visible in this blog post.” – Link & parts. Related: Make 3D parts…Big Blue Saw – Link. HOW TO – Make a […]
MAKE pal Benjiwenjifoofoo sent in this I-Wei style tractor from the 1800’s – “The Darby Steam-Digger, a light traction engine, was invented circa 1879 by Farmer Thomas Darby and built at Lodge Farm Pleshey, near Chelmsford in Essex, England. Robert Hasler, seen driving the Digger, helped to build this first prototype. In effect the machine […]
This custom bike is freaking sweet (and Halloween-ish!)… [via] – Link.
