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!
Joe writes – “This simple LED light can replace the reflector hang tags that everyone loses from their timbuk 2 courier bag. It uses a 555 timer to alternately flash each set of 9 LEDs, for 18 blinking LEDs of goodness.” – Link.
Ed writes – “Here’s a site on how to build and race your own sailboat for around a $100 dollars. Also a lot of information about sailing and how to get started.” – Link.
Brian writes – “Dick Eaves designed this on the floor of his hanger a couple of years ago –from scratch. This is his 16th or so airplane and he designed it for the average homebuilder to build from scratch with just a few tools. He is about 78 years old and he is amazing.” – […]
MAKE Flickr photo pool member Ocellnuri has a clever iPod dock for his ash tray – “Slide the ash tray out, stick the iPod in, then slide it back until the unit is locked in place. This thing won’t budge. It will also fit all models with dock connectors since you can adjust how far […]
This is really funny, but don’t do it. Aleksi writes – “Fill your bicycle wheels with conveniently available pressurized air stored in automobiles.” – Link.
It’s a POV world, we just live in it – for only $12,000+ you can have your car wheels display digital images as you drive. “The included software allows you to create your own images and send them to each wheel individually or all wheels at the same time as you drive! You can even […]
This would be fun to make! Popular Mechanics 1955 – “Developed in Germany, a portable shelter for camping or trailer travel looks like a gigantic orange –and peels apart almost like one. The parts of the shelter are shaped much like the segments of an orange peel. One person can fasten the segments together to […]
